Latest news with #SkinDeep
Irish Independent
21 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Irish Independent
Skin Deep review: Why cats and pirates don't mix
It involves an unorthodox kind of animal rescue, the sort where the felines crewing a spaceship have been captured by raiders and you're the righteous infiltrator who sneaks aboard to set them free. From this whimsical set-up, Californian developer Blendo Games constructs a series of freeform puzzles in which you improvise on the fly to stealthily scout the ship, dodge the pirates, and escape with the hostages. Blendo has a sweet pedigree in this space, having impressed with stylised storytelling adventures such as 2012's Thirty Flights of Loving and 2016's Quadrilateral Cowboy. Skin Deep extends those games' ideas, leaning into the freedom of choice at the core of an immersive sim. You kick off each mission by sneaking aboard a hijacked ship and gradually establishing the lay of the land – how many pirates, where the cats are at, which areas are locked down by passwords, etc. You know the 'what' – find the jail keys, free the felines, flee the scene – but Blendo leaves the 'how' up to you. Initial impressions suggest stealth is the optimum strategy. You can pickpocket the pirates and creep through copious vents to conceal your presence – leaving hardly a trace of yourself after the rescue. But Blendo soon introduces random complications and tempting, if drastic alternative methods present themselves. Sure, you can find guns but why shoot the baddies when you could blow out a window and sending them spinning into the vacuum of space? What about those hacking grenades that can turn the ship's defences against the pirates? The permutations spiral in your favour, so long as you're quick and quick-witted. The odds are often overwhelming – particularly when raider reinforcements arrive – but Skin Deep won't punish you too harshly for failure. Save points are readily accessible and the enemies err on the side of deeply dumb, making your evasive tactics generally successful. Blendo seeds its fiction with mischievous humour, from the lamebrained actions of the space invaders to the catty mewing of the trapped animals. But it's the slapstick comedy of the confrontations with the pirates in Skin Deep that draws the biggest laughs. After all your efforts, you'd think the moggies would be profoundly grateful to you for saving their hides – but you'll be lucky to get a mollifying meow. Typical cats.
Yahoo
3 days ago
- General
- Yahoo
New Self-Help Book SKIN DEEP Considers the Advancements, Challenges and Opportunities of Modern Skin Care Practices and Puts Power Back in the Hands of Patients
Experienced dermatologist offers guide to maintaining healthy skin in new book from Palmetto Publishing Skin Deep: A Consumer's Guide to Skin Health Charleston, SC, June 03, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- With a decades-long career within the field of dermatology, Dr. Norman Levine understands the importance of maintaining healthy skin. And while he has now retired from clinical work, he remains committed to empowering others to take control of their skin care needs and has published a new book, 'Skin Deep,' to encourage readers to reconsider their approach to skin health. Dr. Levine stated, 'The goal of the book is to empower readers to take ownership of their skin care needs.' With the rise of modern skin care and an abundance of aesthetic treatment options, 'Skin Deep' is a helpful companion when navigating both consumer and healthcare choices related to one's skin. Cutting through the noise of skin care trends driven by social media, Dr. Levine thoughtfully considers the advancements, challenges and opportunities of modern skin care practices to help consumers understand how their skin functions, specifically addressing the unique needs of athletes, pregnant women and people of color. Providing the advice readers both want and need, Dr. Levine's practical playbook features an in-depth analysis of the current state of dermatology and cosmetic surgery. But rather than focusing on what is trending, Dr. Levine educates consumers on the science of skin, sharing his insights on sun-related skin problems and common skin ailments alongside advice on therapy. His unique approach offers strategies for navigating the medical care establishment as well as tips for self-management. 'This book was written for anyone over the age of 12 who is interested in learning how to manage their skin,' Dr. Levine said. 'Skin Deep: A Consumer's Guide to Skin Health' is available for purchase online at and About the Author: Norman Levine, MD is an experienced board-certified dermatologist with decades of experience in clinical practice, academic leadership and medical research. A University of Michigan Medical School graduate and a graduate of the Dermatology Residency Program at the Albert Einstein College of Medicine, he served as Chief of Dermatology at the University of Arizona Health Sciences Center and has authored numerous scholarly publications and books. His work spans innovative therapies for skin disorders, education and editorial contributions. His extensive contributions to dermatology have established him as a trusted voice in advancing skin health and medical science. He lives in Tucson, Arizona with his wife. Media Contact:Norman Levine, MDderm318@ Available for interviews: Author, Norman Levine, MD Attachment Skin Deep: A Consumer's Guide to Skin Health CONTACT: Leah Joseph Palmetto Publishing publicity@ in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
Hindustan Times
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
HT City Delhi Junction: Catch It Live on 3 June 2025
What: Scripted Dialogues – A Calligraphic Conversation Where: Alliance Française, 72, KK Birla Lane, Lodi Estate When: June 3 to 8 Timing: 11am to 7pm Entry: Free Nearest Metro Station: Jor Bagh (Yellow Line) What: Goethe Kino in June | Skin Deep (Aus meiner Haut) Where: Goethe-Institut / Max Mueller Bhavan, Kasturba Gandhi (KG) Marg, Connaught Place When: June 3 Timing: 7pm Entry: Free Nearest Metro Station: Janpath (Violet Line) What: India-Pakistan Relations in the Light of Operation Sindoor – TCA Raghavan, Raj Chengappa, Ambassador Ruchi Ghanashyam, and Capt Alok Bansal Where: Gulmohar, India Habitat Centre, Lodhi Road When: June 3 Timing: 6pm Entry: Free Nearest Metro Station: JLN Stadium (Violet Line) What: Jo Bolta Hai Wahi Hota Hai ft Harsh Gujral A post shared by Harsh Gujral (@realharshgujral) Where: The Laugh Store, CyberHub, DLF Phase II, Sector 24, Gurugram When: June 3 Timing: 7pm Entry: Nearest Metro Station: Cyber City (Rapid Metro)
Emirates Woman
06-05-2025
- Lifestyle
- Emirates Woman
8 new undiscovered beauty buys to add to your vanity closet
For a relaxing beauty routine, we all need products that make our regime a whole lot easier by adding a sense of calm to it. From salon staples such the latest Chanel beauty lipstick to the aromatic hand balm, the options are endless. Hence, this year, it's important to take your beauty game to the next level and make it worth-it While, it's tempting to stick with the products you love, but it's important to update your beauty routine every few months. New technologies and ingredients are constantly being developed, and there's always a chance you'll discover something even better. From freshly launched fragrances, high-tech skincare and smoothing body care to trending hair care and makeup, these are the products that are poised to reach cult status on our editors' bathroom shelves. So, scroll through our guide of luxe skincare and beauty buys to *add to cart* for February Skin Deep This combines suncare and skincare in a lightweight, fast-absorbing formula. The Sunscreen SPF50 30ml Dhs502 Augustinus Bader A Unique Formula Crafted with sandy notes for an olfactive experience with a desert-fuelled touch. Odeur 53 Eau de Toilette 200ml Dhs615 Comme Des Garçons Parfums Ultra-Perfection This intense colour stick encompasses a lightweight dewy texture to enhance any texture. 419 Destroyer Colour Stick Dhs155 Byredo. Shop from Sun-Kissed Radiance A buttery-soft flow balm version for a naturally bronzed look. Hoola Wave Bronzing Balm Dhs180 Benefit Cosmetics High-Performance Finish Densely packed bristles designed for a flawless application. Buffer Brush Dhs220 Victoria Beckham Boosts Firmness Designed to gently stimulate the lumphatic system with this supercharged handheld roller. Skin Activator Hydrating Serum Dhs1,450 Westman Atelier Multi-Purpose Nourishment This rich balm texture melts to a creamy oil when massaged on your body. RUB Solid Balm Dhs153 Mirror Water – For more on luxury lifestyle, news, fashion and beauty follow Emirates Woman on Facebook and Instagram Images: Supplied
The Guardian
30-04-2025
- Entertainment
- The Guardian
Skin Deep review – kitty rescue immersive-sim is slapstick fun in a cartoony playground
When it comes to gamer-gatekeeping, there are few genres as snootily guarded as the immersive sim. From PC classic System Shock to the Dickensian Dishonored 2, these system-heavy sandboxes are video gaming's equivalent to avant garde electronica or the films of Darren Aronofsky, adored by critics and genreheads but largely baffling to everyone else. Much like those elitist fandoms, the im-sim's loudest cheerleaders often look down on linear blockbusters with similar sneer. No, Assassin's Creed player, you cannot sit with us. While massive games such as Tears of the Kingdom have recently flirted with elements of the genre, there's still a surprising lack of breezier, beginner-friendly immersive sims. Enter Blendo Games' Skin Deep – an attempt to cosy-fi the genre. Doing away with the sour-faced sci-fi of Deus Ex, Skin Deep sends you hurtling into space with a premise ripped straight out of a noughties web comic. You play Nina Pasadena, an insurance commando sworn to rescue feline fleets from raiding pirates. As you answer each well-insured tabby's urgent distress call, Nina quietly sneaks across the raided ship, using whatever tools she can cobble together to rescue her kitty clientele. The story is incredibly silly – more on that later – but Skin Deep's cacophony of colliding systems deserves to be taken seriously. As I stalk my prey with a book and a lighter, I quietly release a cloud of hand sanitiser before bashing his head in with a hefty novel. Before he can draw his gun, I leap backwards, chucking my flickering lighter into the cloud of sanitiser, engulfing the poor pirate in an explosion of glistening flames. It's this gleefully slapstick approach that sees Skin Deep at its best – a playground that embraces the absurdity of its simulation with a Cheshire's grin. It's not all design by worship and tribute, however, with Blendo introducing some fun gameplay twists of its own. Pirates can respawn after being taken out, detachable floating 'skull savers' attached to their heads hovering desperately back to their lifeless bodies. Nina must swiftly dispose of each screaming head before they can seek revenge. From shattering ship windows and sending a skull hurtling into outer space, to flushing screaming heads down a toilet, finding new ways to bin each bonce adds a welcome layer of variety. The duplicating 'duper gun' is another fun innovation, allowing players to sneak up to unsuspecting guards and instantly copy whatever items they hold – from weapons to those crucial cat-freeing keys. Each fully mapped ship exterior also allows you to leap out of the airlock and scale the outside of the ship, surveying the vessel for sneaky new entry points. In one mission, I come crashing through the ship's external window. As I land on the bridge feet first, I pull a bloodied glass shard from my foot and fling it straight into a pirate's face, leaving me grinning like a cat-loving John McClane. Blendo Games understands that the best immersive sims are inherently cartoony playgrounds, sandboxes where every item is a tool for maleficence. From chucking pepper at a guard and making them sneeze so hard they pass out, to riding a pirate's back and charging them straight into a wall, you certainly couldn't accuse Skin Deep of taking itself too seriously. Unfortunately, I started to wish that the writers took it all more seriously. As freed cuboid cats leap from their rectangular cages with a sparkle and an enthusiastic MEOWW, and I reply to paw-penned emails asking me to find quirky VHS tapes, it dawns on me that I'm playing Deus Ex for Disney adults. While Skin Deep's gags may well be catnip for the right player, the never-ending feline puns and overly-zany tone had me cringing, eliciting more grimaces than guffaws. If the cat-filled concept wasn't millennially coded enough, Skin Deep is made using Doom 3's 2004 id tech engine. Swapping the PC classic's dimly-lit corridors for brightly coloured environments, it's a knowingly nerdy-nod to the hardcore. While a cool idea on paper, in practice the archaic aesthetic falls short of the intended retro cool chic, instead looking disappointingly primitive. Still, if beauty is only Skin Deep, for £15, this is a colourful, breezy introduction to an infamously inaccessible genre. The end result is an enjoyable, if muddled game, a deceptively deep immersive sim that may be too silly for genre fans and too low-poly to entice newcomers. This isn't the genre's breakout hit then – a slapstick immersive sim using Doom 3's engine was likely always destined to be niche – but if you can stomach Skin Deep's saccharine silliness, there's 10 hours of futuristic feline fun batting its paw in your direction. Skin Deep is out now, £15
