[Review] SkinSoul Natural Ultra-Soft Facial Towelettes

SkinSoul Natural Ultra-Soft Facial Towelettes is a good product especially when travelling. Imagine you just need to bring a few Facial Towelettes to remove makeup and dirt. It’s much easier than to bring a bottle of cleansing oil and cleansing gel isn’t it. 

Formulated with Swiss Glacier Water, SkinSoul Natural Ultra-Soft Facial Towelettes contains 4 types of Essential Oils, 4 types of Antioxidant and 3 types Hydrating and Soothing Ingredients. It does not have artificial perfume, colour, harsh chemical and is Paraben & Lanolin Free.

It removes all makeup including waterproof and stubborn makeup. Its gentle formula does not cause irritation to skin or eyes. It’s even could be use on acne-prone and ultra-sensitive skin too, it generally suits all skin types. 

I like its’ non greasy formula, leaves my skin clean and won’t clogging my pores. It cleans up my skin and there are no make-up residues on pillowcases. My skin feels fresh and clean after using it.

No doubt it’s simple, easy and convenient to use in just one simple wipe. My tips for you is to use it fast after opening to avoid the Towelettes turns dry.

Made in Korea, SkinSoul Natural Ultra-Soft Facial Towelettesis retail at RM 53. My readers could enjoy discount by quoting my special code “SSWAYEE” when purchasing.

SkinSoul is available at Parkson Pavillion, Parkson Nu Sentral, Parkson IOI City Mall, Parkson Holiday Plaza Johor, Parkson 1^stAvenue Penang and their exclusive boutique at Mid Valley Megamall.

For more information, please visit http://www.skinsoul.com.my/

SkinSoul SkinShield Travelling Set

I’ve been blogging about SkinSoul product lately. Today I’m gonna share with you the SkinSoul SkinShield Travelling Set which is perfect for travelling purpose. Let me begins by telling you a bit about SkinSoul’s Skin Shield skincare range. It  is an all-natural skin care range made from pure organic Ashitaba and a fusion of other precious botanical extracts that work in synergy skin renewal. It works on the key factor of Ashitaba's remarkable ability to regenerate itself when injured thus demonstrating astounding properties to stimulate skin nourishment, healing and transformation. 

The Ashitaba (Angelica Keiskei Koidzumi) that specially enriches their Skin Shield range contains a vast spectrum of beneficial properties for healthy, glowing skin. It’s a unique array of phytonutrients, including 11 vitamins, 13 minerals, and potent antioxidants featuring a rare class of flavonoids called chalcones. The antioxidant activity of these flavanoids is due to their molecular structure which confers amazingly potent antioxidant activity exceeding those of most antioxidants.

I heard from SkinSoul’s beautician that the Skin Shield range is more suitable for mature skin hence I’ve gifted it to my mother-in-law. 

The travelling set contains products below;

1. Hydra-Purifying Cleanser

With loads of skin vitamins and minerals from organically grown Ashitaba and enriched with the lightening properties of daisy flower extracts, this all-natural formulation cleanses thoroughly but gently, while brightening and moisturizing skin for a pearly, translucent glow.

2. Hydrating, Energizing & Pore Refining Lotion Mist Spray

Laden with skin calming, moisturizing and purifying benefits sourced from the purest Ashitaba extracts. This lightweight lotion gently whisks away impurities and oils that clog pores and lead to skin break-outs and blemishes. It restores the skin's moisture balance after cleansing routine, and together with the Witch Hazel Extract, helps to minimize the appearance of pores, creating a smooth, matte, healthy-looking skin restored to its natural pH.

3. Lift & Bright Serum

This powerful serum targets ageing at the core by infusing nutrients into the deepest layers of the skin to help restore skin elasticity and firmness, Active polyphenols and flavonoids in Ashitaba play a role in preventing the progression of cumulative damage from free radicals and environmental aggressors, particularly sun damage. It contains a cocktail of natural ingredients combined with potent blends of bio actives. It contains peptides and essential collagen to replenish lost moisture for a supple, fair, and firmly lifted skin.

4. 12-in-1 Suncare Day Cream (SPF50)

The Ashitaba-enriched 12-in-1 base cream combines the benefits of skin care and makeup, as it Hydrates and protects skin, Unifies complexion, Brightens up skin, Evens out skin tone, Conceals and corrects blemishes, Fights the signs of ageing, Protects skin from UV rays, Strengthens skin health,  Soothes skin irritation, Fends off free radicals, Stimulates skin rejuvenation, Imparts radiant glow to facial countenance.

5. Night Cream

With the potent benefits of natural and organic Ashitaba, this renewal night cream works overnight by depositing encapsulated retinol in precise concentration and timed-release to the innermost layers of the skin to help reduce fine lines and wrinkles, refine enlarged pores, correct blemishes and improve damaged skin condition for a noticeably youthful and translucent complexion.

The SkinSoul SkinShield Travelling Set is retail at RM 500. My readers could enjoy discount by quoting my special code “SSWAYEE” when purchasing.

SkinSoul is available at Parkson Pavillion, Parkson Nu Sentral, Parkson IOI City Mall, Parkson Holiday Plaza Johor, Parkson 1^stAvenue Penang and their exclusive boutique at Mid Valley Megamall.

For more information, please visit http://www.skinsoul.com.my/

USANA Lifestyle Plan To Start Your Health Right in 2016

OMG I’ve been putting on so much weight since CNY, help! As we aged, it’s not easy to lose weight like before. My metabolism is slower than previously, hence its time for me goes for a detox programme after eating so much in the past few weeks. 

Thanks to ThinkSpace Malaysia team I was invited to an intimate dinner with the successful and beautiful woman, Ms. Chantel from Usana Health Science.

Our healthy yet yummy dinner from Raisin' The Roof!

Honestly I have not heard of USANA prior to the event hence I Google it and found that it is one of the top supplements in North America. USANA was a public listed company in USA founded by immunologist and microbiologist Myron Wentz. USANA products encompass three product lines: USANA Nutritionals (Essentials, Optimizers, and Digestion/Detox nutritional supplements), USANA Diet & Energy (RESET meal replacement shakes, and Sensé personal care (skin care, skin treatment ) that market in 20 countries.

This has given me confident to try Usana out.

Ms. Chentel Liew, Diamond Director of Usana

Chantel Liew is an award winning health nutritionist and business builder. She took a leap from the familiar by joining Usana after her first child. After 7 years in the business, she is a Diamond Director, mentoring and coaching many female leaders to succeed. She believes that network marketing makes it possible to have it all, a happy family, joyful marriage and time for the kids. Find out more about her at http://www.chantelliew.com/

What I’ve learnt from Ms. Chantel that night was that we could begin a new healthy lifestyle with Usana RESET™ program, a comprehensive nutritional program that provides a healthy, effective alternative to countless unscientific fad diets. It is designed to be a lifestyle change, is nutritionally balanced, and is based on low-glycemic food. This innovative, science-based program will help one take the first major step toward weight loss success in just five days!

I’ve got my Usana Nutrimeal and I’m starting my Usana RESET™ program tomorrow. Do stay tuned to see my result after a week or two ok.

For more information on Usana RESET™ program and to discover health, visit https://www.usana.com/

Shell Select Store – The One-stop Petrol Mart for Everyone Need

As a frequent road traveler, we can’t avoid visiting a Petrol kiosk and mart. It’s a pit stop for us to rest and relax before catching up the long journey. I recently found out the brand new retail concept of Shell Select Stores @ SH Shell Damansara Jaya which I felt in love with and I wanted to introduced to you all too. 

In line with its three-year transformational programme, Welcome to Shell, which aims to deliver the best hospitality on Malaysian roads and an enhanced customer retail experience, Shell Malaysia has unveiled a brand new retail concept at its Shell Select stores, which is designed to be a food oasis for motorists, as well as announced its plans to upgrade over 100 Shell Select stores to a premium store format in 2016.

Exclusively available at top-of-the-range Shell stations, this new retail concept aims to provide customers even more varied food options in a clean, vibrant and friendly atmosphere.

The launch of the first model of this retail concept brings together popular snack and beverage franchises like Krispy Kreme(offering yummy donuts) and Boost Juice (offering Healthy fresh fruit juice) to SH Shell Damansara Jaya, complementing the freshly baked pastries and made by order coffee on-the-go already available from deli2go. There are plenty of table and chairs for customers to enjoy the break in the seating lounges with complimentary Wi-Fi and charge stations! 

Not only that, it made me feels like home at the bright and clean Shell Select Store with the big smiles on the workers’ face.

Most importantly, they have a really nice toilets and Suraus (prayer rooms) in store. I remember when I was a kid; I was terrific by public toilets a lot, especially the scary toilets at the back of the Petrol kiosk, it was really a nightmare for me! Thanks to Shell, their latest Select Store provides a clean toilets(with water and tissue). The blue sky and white clouds made it a fun journey to the toilets and Suraus. 

“Based on our research, we discovered that at least 76% of a brand favor is due to the retail experience customers have on-site. Taking into account these findings and understanding the needs of our customers, we have launched the new retail concept for Shell Select at our flagship stations to give motorists a more pleasant experience on-site, as well as choice and value,” said Datuk Azman Ismail, Managing Director, Shell Malaysia Trading Sdn. Bhd. and Shell Timur Sdn. Bhd.

Datuk Azman Ismail, Managing Director, Shell Malaysia Trading Sdn. Bhd. and Shell Timur Sdn. Bhd.

“As one of the leading fuels retailers in the country, we are dedicated to helping Malaysian motorists get more out of their journey so that they leave a little happier than when they arrived. Our new Shell Select stores aim to provide a haven for the community, where they can always stop by to refuel, refresh and rejuvenate, so that they will always choose Shell Select whenever they need a brief respite from the stresses they experience on the road,” he added. 

Nick Tiernan, Owner, Boost Juice Malaysia; Datuk Azman Ismail, Managing Director, Shell Malaysia Trading Sdn. Bhd. and Shell Timur Sdn. Bhd.; Ms. Yau Su Peng, Director of Retail, Berjaya Corporation Berhad with some of the food & beverage offerings available at the new Shell Select store

Although SH Shell Damansara Jaya is the first station of its kind to receive this new upgrade, Shell intends to roll out the new retail concept to 30 more stations over the year. Each Shell Select will be individually customised with different food offerings to meet the needs of consumers, as Shell partners with a diverse range of local and international food & beverage retailers to bring together popular franchises that will complement its deli2go offerings. Do look out for more new revamped Shell Select Stores near you in future! 

“We are delighted to partner with Boost Juice and Berjaya Corporation Berhad, which owns the popular Krispy Kreme  franchise, for the launch of the first phase of our brand new retail concept at Shell Select. In addition to serving our deli2go offerings, which includes freshly baked pastries and coffee on-the-go, we are now able to provide our customers with more food and beverage options including nutritious juices and smoothies from Boost Juice and delicious Krispy Kreme donuts. We already have plans in the pipeline to partner with other local and international food & beverage retailers to introduce more offerings at different stations, meeting the various needs of our customers, as we elevate their experience at our stations,” said Datuk Azman Ismail.

Besides the 30 Shell Select stores that will feature the new retail concept, the retailer has also announced its plans to refurbish an additional 100 existing Shell Select stores to a new shop format. This reflects Shell Malaysia’s promise to deliver outstanding quality service and enhanced offerings to its customers, in its pursuit of becoming the best hospitality brand on Malaysian roads.

In commemoration of the launch, customers will be able to enjoy a host of special deals at SH Shell Damansara Jaya from now until 29 February 2016. For donut lovers, there is a "Buy 1, Free 1" offer at Krispy Kreme, while Boost Juice is also offering a special deal for customers to enjoy a second beverage at half price.

Customers can also buy two seasonal pastries including the butter gipfel, chicken sausage doughnut, and honey barbecue sausage roll from deli2go at only RM6.90. For a limited time only, hot or iced freshly brewed latte from deli2go is also available at RM3.90. There is also a free fuel voucher for every lubricants purchase from Shell Select.

For more information, please visit www.shell.com.my.

Pure Beauty First Intense Treatment | Exclusively @ Watsons Only

Most of us Asian know that an Intense Treatment Essence helps to moisturizes, improves skin texture and clarity. However, the leading one in the Market is not only expensive but has a weird scent too (PM me if you want to know which S brand I’m referring to hehe). Not everyone could afford the luxury one especially in this low economy in our country. 

Pure Beauty 1st Intense Treatment Essence is now available at selected Watsons Stores nationwide.

I’m glad that Pure Beauty has launched its latest addition to the stable with the introduction of First Intense Treatment Essence exclusively at Watsons. Pure Beauty’s First Intense Treatment Essence is an affordable treatment essence that contains 95.3% of Galatomyces, an enrich fermented yeast concentrate containing amino acid, vitamin and enzyme and also enrich with Bulgarian Rose for hydrating purposes. This treatment essence turns dull skin to luminous and clear skin within two weeks and the development of this product is inspired by the Korean everyday beauty must-do.

(L - R) 

Dato Kee Hua Chee, Claudia Low, Editor, CLEO, Caryn Loh, Chief Operating Officer, 

Watsons Malaysia, Amber Chia, Malaysia’s top model, Danny Hoh, Head of Marketing, Watsons Malaysia and Charis Ow,YouTuber at the launch of Pure Beauty 1st Intense Treatment Essence.

The exclusive launch was held in partnership with CLEO, Malaysia’s leading young women’s magazine at the magnificent WOLO Penthouse in Bukit Bintang and was also attended by Caryn Loh, Chief Operating Officer, Watsons Malaysia, Danny Hoh, Head of Marketing, Watsons Malaysia, Claudia Low, Editor, CLEO and Dato Kee Hua Chee, Writer, Influencer and Watsons Celebrity Friend. 

“We call it the Amazing Essence. It is created with latest Korean technology in combination with the finest natural ingredients. We are proud to bring to our customers the luxury of skin care with an affordable price, said Danny. 

“The introduction of First Intense Treatment Essence by Pure Beauty is our commitment to

continue to provide our valued customers innovative products at the store. As one of our leading exclusive brand, we are confident it will continue to taste success and popularity amongst consumers,” said Caryn.

Amber Chia, Malaysia’s top model, entrepreneur and Watsons Celebrity Friend was also

present and shared her personal testimonial with members of the media and blogger’s

community.

“After a week of consistent use, my skin now feels more fresh and supple. The First Intense

Treatment Essence really plumps up my skin and soothes it and my skin feels great and looks healthy. It works wonders around the eye area too. I’ve notice fewer lines and dark circles,” Amber explained.

Malaysian YouTube sensation, Charis Ow also came up to share on her experience using the essence, “I take extra care of my skin because I travel frequent. And I could spot the difference after applying The First Intense Treatment Essence as it improves hydration to my skin.” 

The First Treatment Essence is being applied to the skin as the first step after using the cleanser and followed by the rest of the skin care regime(toner, serum, moisturizes and Pure Beauty CC Cream in day) repeated twice daily.  You could also use it to make a SOS revitalizing mask by soaking the sheet mask with First Treatment Essence , apply it and stay still for 10 minutes until the essence is fully absorbed. 

I love that it is fast absorption and it has a mild rose scent. Time to say bye bye to smelly scent treatment essence yeah.

The usage of First Intense Treatment Essence also brings other benefits such as reducing fine lines, minimizing the appearance of pores, more hydrated skin, even out skin tone, smoother and soft to touch.

Pure Beauty is a brand developed and made in Korea with the promise of using the best of

natural ingredients supported with the latest science & technology. First Intense Treatment

Essence is available at all Watsons nationwide with selling price of RM119.90.

3 Simple Steps to Pimple Free Skin

Pimples and acne are common teen skin problems especially when the skin is oily. The problem doesn’t stop there as acne scarring starts to surface with constant picking of pimples. Most teens would think the easiest solution to that is to constantly wash their face to get rid of the pimples. While washing the face may help to reduce pimples but it is not the perfect solution to the problem.

Combating pimples can be achieved with OXY’s 3 step regime; 
Step 1: Wash with Deep Cleansing Wash, 
Step 2: Treat pimples with OXY 10 and lastly 
Step 3: Lighten pimple mark with Anti-Pimple Mark Gel.

Suitable for acne prone skin, when used together, OXY’s Deep Cleansing Wash, OXY 10 and the Anti-Pimple Mark Gel helps to get rid of oil, dirt, impurities, treat pimples, lighten pimple marks while providing you with smooth, clean and pimple-free skin. Each of these products is formulated to tackle the root cause of the pimple problem starting with the Deep Cleansing Wash that removes impurities followed by the OXY 10 that treats pimples and finish with the Anti-Pimple Mark for a clear blemish-free skin. 

The OXY Deep Cleansing Wash contains Isopropyl Methylphenol and Salicylic Acid which help remove dead skin cells on the skin’s surface and also effectively remove impurities from deep within pores thereby unclogging pores to prevent pimples. Apart from cleansing, the Deep Cleansing Wash also soothes blemished skin and it’s not drying to the skin.

After cleansing the face, apply OXY 10 on pimples to treat the blemished area. OXY 10 kills acne bacteria that causes pimples. Once the pimples are dried-up, apply the Anti-Pimple Mark. Oxy Anti Pimple Mark has 4 benefits. Apart from lightening pimple marks, it also smoothens skin, prevents blemishes and revitalizes skin cells by unclogging pores and exfoliating dead skin cells to lighten pimple marks

All 3 products complement each other to achieve clearer, pimple-free skin 

The OXY Deep Cleansing Wash is available in 50g (RM8.50) and 100g (RM 13.90) while the OXY 10 is available in 10g (RM 11.50) and 25g (RM 19.90) and the Oxy Anti-Pimple Mark Gel (12g) is sold at RM14.80. All OXY products are available at all leading pharmacies and supermarkets.

HERMO | Klairs Creamy & Natural Fit Concealer

I’ve been hearing about Hermo.my from my blogger friends year ago. It is the leading beauty e-commerce website in Malaysia that has partnered with more than 200 brands locally and Internationally. Hermo was founded with a simple mission to save your time and money spent shopping for beauty products and hard-to-get overseas products. 

This year, I finally have my first haul from Hermo. It’s the Klairs Creamy & Natural Fit Concealer which is selling at only RM56.60 as Hermo is having a promotion till end of the month.

The Klairs Creamy & Natural Fit Concealer was delivered in the Hermo box, and sealed in plastic before open. Klairs Creamy & Natural Fit Concealer is made with natural ingredients and a safe, soothing formula for excellent coverage.

It is easy to apply as it comes with a sponge tip brush.

Directions to Use:

1) Apply an adequate amount to target areas in need of coverage.

2) After waiting for about 15 seconds, gently tap the edges of the concealed spot to blend in the edges (*heavy tapping may remove the concealer so lightly tap only the edges).

3) If needed, go over with a BB cream or foundation for extra coverage.

Comes in Natural shade, it cover my spots, and pores perfectly. It gives me the hydrating coverage for all day long. My face feel matte and flawless the whole day after using it. Guess what, it could be used for face and under eye too.

Left: Before - Large open pores and uneven skin tone

Right: After - smooth and flawless skin with even skin tone!

Made in Korea, Klairs Creamy & Natural Fit Concealer 6ml is retail at only RM56.60 (Promo until end of Feb 2016)

Where to Buy: www.hermo.my

Hermo Website - www.hermo.my

Hermo Facebook page - https://www.facebook.com/HermoMalaysia/

Hermo Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/hermomy/

14 Things To Do @ IJM LAND Bandar Rimbayu Together-gather Big Fun Day

Last Sunday was a happening and wonderful day for my family, which we had enjoyed a Together-gather Big Fun Day at IJM Land Bandar Rimbayu. It was our first time visiting The Arc @ Bandar Rimbayu, Kota Kemuning. Our effort for the long journey (it was around 70 KM from Selayang to Bandar Rimbayu, and it took us 45 minutes in the smooth early Sunday morning using NKVE + ELITE highway) was well payoff. We love its greenery and spacious venue, plus plenty of free amusement and activities for the whole family.

Bandar Rimbayu is a premier township development by IJM Land, inspired nostalgia for a time when life was simple and people lived close to nature, in a safe and supportive neighborhood. Set in tranquil green surroundings on a 1,879 acre site, Bandar Rimbayu will be an iconic mixed development of residential, commercial, recreational and parkland components. With a gross development value of RM11 billion, Bandar Rimbayu will be an integrated township with residential, commercial and recreational components spread over four precincts: Flora, Fauna, Bayu and the Commercial Hub. 

Many of you have asked me what’s happening at Together-gather Big Fun Day after seeing my social media sharing, now let’s see what had we done on that day shall we?

1)      Urban Picnic – There’s no better way to picnic in the fresh air and greenery! The morning was kicked off with relaxing and chill urban picnic with the family, plus mingling with my blogger friends. We had the healthy breakfast thanks to the PR, and that bring us a pretty big smile in this group picture.

2)      Giant Bubbles – Who doesn’t love bubbles? I first played giant bubbles in Kaoh Siung City, Taiwan many years back. I’m glad that they are available in Malaysia now. My girl and I enjoyed playing it and seeing the bubbles flying up, up, away in the air.

3)      Water Zorb Ball – This is a cool water sport which is available at many places e.g. Titiwangsa and Putrajaya nowadays. The best part is, we could play it for FREE at IJM LAND Bandar Rimbayu Together-gather Big Fun Day! Thanks IJM Land for your hospitality and generosity!

4)     Air Shooter – Many adults and kids enjoyed playing air shooter. This game is not simple and it takes one’s skill to complete.

5)      Bumper Boats – This is kids’ most favourite spot! Bumber boats is so fun but beware of getting wet ok. Lucky we brought extra clothes to change after getting wet.

6)      Inflated Castle – Alright, the inflated castle is a must in every family event. Kids enjoy climbing up and down without worrying of injury.

7)      Hoverboard – This is the latest cool toy in town! It’s necessary to put on head and foot gear to protect us from injury. It took one’s balancing skill to control this toy.

8)      Water Fights Station – Another water game that a gun was given to 2 person, and they had to shoot down 3 plastic cups.

9)      Fish Scooping – This was soooo fun! Scooping fish with the paper scooper reminds me the good old times we had with my parents at the fun fair. This look easy but trust me, you would need luck and skill in order to scoop a fish! 

10)  Food Trucks – The most popular station for the adults! There were plenty of choices from drink, to snacks and food. You could find yummilicious food with affordable price there.

11)   Astro Artistes Performances – This was the most welcome programme by the elderlies.  The chairs were running out when the Astro Artistes appeared lol! We all enjoyed the performances by the artistes included Uriah See 徐凯 and many more.

12)   Visit the Large Air-conditioner Showroom – Since we visited Bandar Rimbayu, for sure we took the opportunity to visit the large showroom. There, we learnt about the IJM township development, had our toilet breaks, as well as FREE coffee/milo break. While the kid enjoyed playing in the kids corner, the adults were chit-chatting and discussing about the development and investment.

13)   Visit the Beautiful Show Houses – How could we missed visiting the beautiful show houses at Bandar Rimbayu? We like both the show houses, they were large, spacious with high-ceiling. We wouldn’t mind to stay here yo.

14)   Last but not least, Walk Around and Take Beautiful Pictures!  - Since I have a free official photographer, how could I miss the chance to take beautiful pictures at this natural scenery? Let me know if you like his photograph or not ok? ;) 

It was indeed a well day spent with the family and friends at Bandar Rimbayu. We are already looking forward to another big fun day like this soon.

The Arc @ Bandar Rimbayu, Kota Kemuning

No.1, Jalan Flora 3, Bandar Rimbayu,

42500 Telok Panglima Garang, Selangor Darul Ehsan

For more information, visit www.ijmland.com.

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