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We put eight makeup remover wipes in a head-to-head competition to see if they really live up to their claims. After lots of scrubbing, tingling and getting over seeing our makeup-less photos, we found the best makeup remover wipe.

CONTENDERS:

Olay Wet Cleansing Towelettes- Sensitive ($5/30 wipes)

Neutrogena Deep Clean Oil-Free Makeup Remover Cleansing Wipes ($7/25 wipes)

Yes to Cucumbers Soothing Hypoallergenic Facial Towelettes ($6/30 wipes)

Aveeno Active Naturals Ultra-calming Makeup Removing Wipes ($8/25 wipes)

Noxzema Clean Moisture Makeup Removal Cloths ($5/25 wipes)

Studio 35 Beauty Cleansing Towelettes ($5/30 wipes)

Almay (oil-free) Makeup Remover Towelettes ($6/25 wipes)

Neutrogena Makeup Remover Cleansing Towelettes ($8/25 wipes)

Hitting the Slopes with the Liquid Image Apex HD + WIFI

Action cameras are trending big time, especially on the ski slopes. Helmet cams are just obvious, so when I found the Liquid Image MODEL 339 - APEX HD + WIFI ($400), ski goggles with a built in camera, I was ready for a test drive! Last year, I took them to Vail, CO; this year I wore them on the slopes in Windham, NY. How did they fare? Well, they're definitely a conversation piece.

The Good: 

Their bulkiness accommodates the built-in camera AND my eye glasses 

They take great, wide-angle videos and still photos

A colored light on the inside shows which mode you're in (two video modes and two still shot modes)

The Not So Good:

Since they're worn on your head, the video gets a little wobbly

It was difficult to remember the specific color that matched the mode

Oops! I'm still recording. I ended up with really long videos and a dead battery

The Model 339 is sold out on Liquid Image's website, but is available at other online retailers like MotocrossGiant.com. The non-Wi-Fi model is also available for $100 less. The Wi-Fi feature turns your smartphone or tablet into a remote or allows for video previews -- two functions I rarely used. 

For more action cameras, check out our updated report.

-Molly McLaughlin, Senior Editor, Consumer Electronics

(Photo via Nike)

Let’s face it: feet are weird – and very personal. And frankly, when it comes to buying shoes, one size never fits all.

My old pair of running shoes just weren’t cutting it; they stretched in the mid-foot area, my heel always slid around, and they were never snug. Enter the Nike LunarGlide+ 4's innovative Flywire lacing system.

If the shoe fits

The Flywire system is a series of elastic cords that connect the lace eyelets all the way to the base of the shoe, so when I tighten the laces these cords apply pressure to the sides of my foot, holding it in place. This Flywire technology gives me the most secure fit I have ever experienced.

With the LunarGlide+ 4, my heels seem to lock in place—no more shifting or sliding. As a heel-striker, I find ample cushioning, plus, my forefoot has more than enough room to naturally spread out with each step. The fact that they weigh less than 10 ounces is an added bonus.

(Photo via Nike & Amazon.com)

Looks

Face it; running shoes can be really ugly; Exhibit A: Asics Gel Nimbus 14 ($100 at Amazon.com). Nike, on the other hand, does a great job of sticking to simple but appealing color schemes. I chose the black and gray; it's sleek and sexy, just the way a running sneaker should look.

All in all, I give the LunarGlide+ 4 high praise for its ultra-secure fit, its generous support, and sufficient cushioning. The new LunarGlide+ 5 has minimal updates, so you can go for the 4 instead.

See how the LunarGlide+4 stacks up against other popular running shoes here.

-Khaled Morad, Associate Editor, Sports and Fitness

THE TEST: We bought a pound of our favorite coffee from Trader Joe’s and brewed it in three popular coffee gadgets. Then, we wrangled some friendly coffee-connoisseurs to judge which cup deserved a gold medal in what we're calling The Coffee Olympics!

CONTENDERS: Aerobie AeroPress iCoffee by Remington Bodum Travel Press

RESULTS:

OUR 2 CENTS: While Trader Joe’s Joe isn’t a superior roast, it was perfect for judging the brew of the iCoffee by Remington, the Aerobie AeroPress, and the Bodum Travel Press. The iCoffee has created quite a stir within the coffee-drinking community. And apparently all the fuss isn’t completely unfounded. Usually getting their caffeine fix from the likes of Blue Bottle, Zabar’s, and Five Leaves, our discerning testers unanimously awarded the iCoffee a gold medal for smell, strength, acidity, flavor, and overall favorite. One reviewer described the iCoffee brew as full of flavor with “coffee personality.”

Most of our participants use a French press, so it was no surprise that the Bodum Travel Press earned a silver medal. We also appreciate the convenience of this press—great for the on-the-go person who loves a strong brew.

Our bronze medalist, the AeroPress, produced a rather weak Americano that one vocal coffee-drinker, who likes her coffee black on black on black, preferred over the rest. Nonetheless, we like the concept of this gadget and think it might be worth using for a stronger shot of espresso.

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