Adidas UEFA Champions League Star Edition Roadshow

Hola everyone, do you any plans this long weekends? 

If you are staying in town, do visit the Adidas UEFA Champions League Star Edition roadshow because there's tons of fun activities waiting for you.

Time: 10am till 10pm

Date: 27^th April till 2^nd May 2016

Venue: Lower Ground Centre Count at IOI City Mall Putrajaya

Not only we get to enjoy promotions, we could win amazing prizes there too. So, bring your whole family there for a fun day together.

See ya there, xoxo.

ALDO x Suria KLCC Spring/Summer'16 Fashion Week

ALDO, one of the leading fashion footwear and accessory brands in the world has launched its Spring/Summer 2016 collections at Suria KLCC Fashion Week last Saturday. 

Look at those colorful ALDO Shoes on our celebrities!

Held at Suria KLCC concourse level, ALDO has presented a fabulous fashion show and some interactive activities going on from 10am to 10pm that day.

I fell in love with ALDO while I was working at Camden, London, UK more than 10 years back. I would pass by and stopped at ALDO store everyday back then just to admire the pretty and trendy designs. 

Indeed, ALDO has a dedicated collection for both men and women its designs make enhancing our style and keeping up with seasonal trends a luxury within reach.

After the fashion show we proceeded to ALDO Suria KLCC store for in-store shopping and treats. Thank you ALDO for the lovely arrangements.

ALDO Suria KLCC Store Location;

237, Second Level

Suria KLCC

Phone No: +6-03-21817957

For more information on ALDO, visit www.aldoshoes.com

Guardian People’s Choice Award 2016 Returns with an Exciting New Platform

Hi boys and girls, I’m so exciting to tell you that the annual Guardian People’s Choice Award is back! It is the 15^th instalment this year, and Guardian is introducing a more robust platform for us to vote for our favourite brands online! 

In year 2016, the voting system moves to an online platform, which allows us easier access and convenient to participating. 

Lovely decoration at Guardian People’s Choice Award 2016 Media Preview @ Sunway Villa

I think this move is so cool and it’s a wise move in this digital era. I have voted my favourite brands and products via the online platform, and I can tell you it’s really straight forward, simple, fast and easy to vote.

How to join?

From 28^th April 2016 to 25^th May 2016, with a purchase of RM 10 and above in a single receipt either in-store or via Guardian’s e-store, customers can logon to www.guardianpca.com.my and will be entitled to one digital entry.

As a token of appreciation, all participants partake in the contest will receive an e-voucher worth RM 10 upon completion, to be spent on e-store purchases.

Refining the contest even further, the voting system is divided into 2 categories based on gender, to ensure a more streamlined experience. 

For best results however, voters must complete at least one category field and are encouraged to answer both sets of questions to have a better chance at winning the array of amazing prizes below;

1x Grand Prize of RM 1,000 Guardian Vouchers per month over 12 months & Products from all nominated brands worth RM 16,500

10x1st Prize of RM 300 Guardian Vouchers per month over 12 months & Products from all nominated brands worth RM 8,100

2xweekly winners: Products from all nominated brands worth RM 4,500

Reminder to all participants to keep the receipt(s) for winners’ verification and prize redemption.

With 58 participating categories and close to 250 products this year ranging from hair care, face care, personal care, cosmetics, beauty, hygiene, health care, supplements & medication, mother and child products plus confectionery.

In conjunction to this, Guardian is also having some massive sales. Check it out in-store and on their e-store.

For more information on Guardian People’s Choice Award 2016, please visit www.guardian.com.my

Cool Nails 1+1=1 Promotion and Giveaway

With Mother’s Day around the corner, I think it’s the best time to pamper our mum and ourselves a really cool gel nails plus pretty eyelashes extensions. 

I know that Cool Nails is having a 1 plus 1 equal to 1 promotion. Sounds interesting? We could actually enjoy 2 services at the price of 1 or even better, we could share the service with our bestie below;

1 (Manicure + Gel + Nail Arts) + 1 (Eyelash Extensions) = 1 (RM158.00)

The promotion is only available from now until 15^th June 2016.

There were plenty of nail arts to choose from; I actually had a hard time to choose one because I just love all the nail arts there.

They would file, and polish our nails with machine. My nails were really clean and glossy after that. 

Then the manicurist will works her part to make sure I have the prettiest nail arts on Earth lol. 

Once my manicure was done, I was led to their facial room to have my eyelash extension.

Unlike the really basic eyelash extensions that I did before, Cool Nails are using Korean made falsies and stick onto the lash line strand by strand.

Customer could choose from natural, or dramatic depends on personal favourite. I have chosen to be put on more volume at the back of my eyelashes.

The eyelash extension was finished in around an hour time. I love the result a lot! My extended eyelashes looked natural and voluminous. And the best part is I felt really comfortable, it’s not irritated at all. 

I’ve already booked an appointment to visit there again with my mum to enjoy this incredible promotion.

Now, as promised in my previous blog post, this is ranechin.com’s first GIVEAWAY this month. A lucky reader would be selected to win a Gel manicure(Basic, without nail art) from Cool Nails.* T&C: Only applicable for new/first time customer.

It’s simple to join, just follow my blog and leave your name and email address by comment on this post, ONE lucky winner* will be randomly selected and announced by 2^nd May 2016.

Cool Nails is located at Taman Megah, just opposite Fatty crab and nearby Ming Tien food court. Ample of car parks available when I visited on Saturday noon.

Cool Nails Address:
55A, 1st Floor,
Jalan SS24/8,
47301 Petaling Jaya,
Selangor.
Tel : 03-7886 3229/ 012-298 8433
WeChat / Whatsapp : 012-298 8434
Business hours :
Mon, Wed-Sat 10am - 7pm (Closed on Tue)
Sun 10am-6pm
Facebook  page: www.facebook.com/coolnailsacademy/

New Milestone of My instagram Post

I’m so excited and happy that I’ve reached a New Milestone for My Instagram Post!

With more than 500 likes and still counting on, thank you all for your likes and loves! Muacks…..

In order to rewards my followers, I’ve a few giveaways coming in following posts. I wish you love them and do join the giveaways ok.

Xoxo,

Rane

Philips Introduces a New Line of Advanced Skincare Tools for Women

My favourite personal care brand, Philips has launched four new skincare devices recently. Aside to its award-winning Philips VisaPure, we could achieve beautiful skin with the Philips skincare range at the convenient of home.

The complete Philips skincare range exclusively available at selected Sephora stores nationwide

Building on Philips’ 60 years of beauty heritage, the Philips VisaPure Essential Anti-Blemish, Philips VisaCare, Philips VisaBoost, and Philips VisaPure Advanced feature innovative technologies in the areas of skin cleansing and care, and skin resurfacing and rejuvenation. Designed for women across different age groups and skin types, the new Philips skincare range offers a way for women to enhance their beauty regime through smart solutions, technology and innovation.

“Every woman wants to look good and that starts with having radiant, healthy skin. Cleansing, skin resurfacing and rejuvenation are fundamental steps to achieving beautiful, radiant skin. At Philips, we believe our innovations should improve lives – in this case, our latest range of advanced skincare tools enable women to achieve salon-like results in the comfort and convenience of their own homes,” said Muhammad Ali Jaleel, Country Manager for Philips Malaysia and General Manager for Personal Health, Philips Malaysia. “We are pleased to offer a comprehensive range of Philips skincare products to help with the different stages of the modern woman’s skin care routine.”

Ms Kong Puey Yoon, Marketing Manager for Personal Care, Philips Malaysia and Mr Muhammad Ali Jaleel, Country Manager for Philips Malaysia and General Manager for Personal Health, Philips Malaysia with the PhilipsVisapure Advanced. 

Ms Kong Puey Yoon, Marketing Manager for Personal Care, Philips Malaysia told us that “Feeling beautiful – which takes time, money and effort – is a constant pursuit for most women. In fact, recent research by Philips found that the average woman spends about 32 minutes a day on her beauty routine, and about nine percent of her net income on hair and beauty products monthly.”  at the launch event which was held at Sephora, Sunway Pyramid 2 weeks ago.

Ms Kong Puey Yoon, Marketing Manager for Personal Care, Philips Malaysia explaining the benefits of the massaging head of the Philips Visapure Advanced. 

The Philips VisaPure Essential Anti-Blemish, Philips VisaCare, Philips VisaBoost, and Philips VisaPure Advanced aim to bring the salon experience into the home, elevating the results of women’s beauty regimes through advanced technologies.

The new range of Philips skincare tools offers women four new ways to refresh and pamper their skin.

Philips VisaPure Advanced SC5370/10 (RRP RM1,399) 

Taking at-home skincare to the next level, the Philips VisaPure Advanced features a tailored Philips VisaPure Advanced cleansing and care approach, delivering a pampering experience. This advanced facial cleansing tool comes with three interchangeable heads – Deep Cleansing, Revitalising Massage and Fresh Eyes – that work to improve micro-circulation, increase absorption of skincare products and refresh tired eyes. The near-field communication technology in the device automatically recognises and differentiates between the three attachments, triggering a tailored programme suited to it. The Philips VisaPure Advanced takes your beauty routine to the next level, leaving skin radiant, revitalised and healthy.

I can’t wait to share with you my review on Philips VisaPure Advanced soon, do stay tuned OK.

Philips VisaCare Microdermabrasion SC6240/01 (RRP RM1,499)

Equipped with the microdermabrasion technology commonly used in professional beauty salons, the Philips VisaCare invigorates and maintains the skin's natural youthful look. The Philips VisaCare’s DualAction Air Lift and Exfoliation system encourages blood circulation, while removing dead skin cells. This stimulates the natural cell renewal process, resulting in younger-looking skin in just four to six weeks. Suitable for all skin types, the Philips VisaCare can be used for five minutes twice a week for smoother, firmer and more radiant skin. 93% of women who have used the Philips VisaCare reported instantly smoother skin, while 84% agreed their skin looks more radiant and healthier.

Philips VisaBoost Ultrasound Facial Moisturiser SC2800/03 (RRP RM799)

Using a combination of ultrasound and vibration, the Philips VisaBoost is designed to help better absorption of skincare products into the skin for maximum effect. Ultrasound waves dissolve skincare products into micro-molecules which are more easily transported into the skin, while the vibration gently massages the skin to stimulate micro-circulation for improved absorption. The result is skin that’s fresh and smooth after treatment, and more hydrated and moisturised after six weeks. Good for all skin types, the VisaBoost can be used with your preferred skincare products including serum, lotion or cream.

Philips VisaPure Essential Anti-Blemish SC5278/13 (RRP RM849)

Targeted at acne prone skin, the Philips VisaPure Essential Anti-Blemish uses gentle yet effective dual motion technology and a special brush to tackle the two stages of acne formation. It works with a cleanser to dissolve sebum and reduce oiliness, then removes dead skin cells and residue that can clog pores. Its long, thin bristles reach pores better than hands alone, making it 10 times more effective but just as gentle. As a bonus, the Philips VisaPure Essential Anti-Blemish improves micro-circulation and stimulates blood flow, leading to more radiant skin. In addition, proper removal of dead skin cells and residue helps the skin absorb creams and moisturisers more effectively.

The new range of Philips VisaPure skincare products is available at the following selected Sephora outlets: Suria KLCC, Paradigm Mall, Sunway Pyramid, Midvalley Megamall, IOI City Mall, KOMTAR, Johor Bahru, Gurney Paragon, Penang and Imago, Kota Kinabalu.

You could buy all the Philips skincare range's brush/head at Sephora too.

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

Oxy Whitening Oil-Control Wash

OXY’s latest innovation in facial wash will be the choice of Malaysian teens. Not only does this new facial wash effectively cleanse your face but it also brightens, smoothens and controls the shine on your skin. OXY’s Whitening Oil Control Wash is definitely the ideal facial wash for any teens!

This new innovation comes with an advance new formulation and technology which helps to achieve: (1) Fair, Brighter Skin (2) Controls Shine (3) minimize appearance of Pores (4) Deeply Cleanses (5) 72-hour Moisturization just by washing your face. 

Here are the reasons why this new OXY facial wash will be voted by teens as their ideal facial wash:

Giga White™ Technology - Introducing the new Giga White Technology, a new whitening active ingredient consisting of 7 types of Swiss Alpine plants ie Mallow, Lady’s Mantle, Balm Mint, Peppermint, Speedwell Herb, Yarrow and Primula. Not only does the Giga White™ provide excellent whitening and brightening effect for a fairer and smoother skin but it also helps to prevent the melanin formation on our skin.

Herbal Microbeads - These microbeads encapsulates 9 whitening and oil control herbal extracts which releases upon application on skin to boost the whitening and oil control efficacy

REGU® SEB – Consisting of 2 types of Oil Control herbal extract ie Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil and Serenoa Serrulata Fruit Extracst, helps to regulate sebum production to reduce excess oil, prevent skin irritation, resulting to improve skin appearance.

Pentavitin - Pentavitin is a Belgian Wheat Active Ingredient that provides instant hydration to the skin for as long as 72 hours. Furthermore, skin does not feel tight & dry after wash

The Oxy Whitening Oil-Control Wash also penetrates deep into the layers of the skin to effectively remove impurities, dirt and oil trapped within pores while at the same time refines the skin and minimized the appearance of pores for a more refined and radiant appearance.

Directions for use:

Wet face, squeeze about 2cm onto palm. Lather with water and massage gently onto face. Rinse thoroughly.

The OXY Whitening Oil Control Wash is available at all leading pharmacies and supermarkets starting October 2015. Itis available in two pack sizes i.e 50g at RM8.50 and 100g at RM13.90.

[Review] Yves Rocher Low Shampoo & Rinsing Vinegar

I love to color and style my hair, and I visit the hair salon almost every month to dye my hair. Hence you can imagine how damaged my hair is. I have tried a lot of different shampoos and haircare products over the years to achieve more healthy hair. Well, there are some products that works on me but I’ve never tried something so unique like Yves Rocher Low Shampoo & Rinsing Vinegar before. 

Let me tell you why below. 

Yves Rocher Low Shampoo (200ml | RM43)

According to Yves Rocher, Low Shampoo is shampoo without foam for healthy hair which is formulated with 99% of natural ingredient, 0% sulfate, 0% silicone, 0% colorant and 0% paraben which will change the way we wash our hair. 

Inspired by the No Poo method (no shampoo), Low Shampoo is the new way to wash our hair without fear of damaging it. This delicate cleansing protects and respects the integrity of hair fiber and leaves hair silky and healthy. The formula is 99% of natural origin, 0% sulfate, 0% silicone, 0% colorant and 0% paraben. It is one of its kind that was launched in Malaysia in April 2016.

How to Use:

To be applied on wet hair, using fingers to spread the cream down to the ends and rinse thoroughly.

For first time users, it is recommended to use Low Shampoo alternatively with your shampoo in the beginning to allow the hair scalp to gradually recondition and rebalance itself towards the daily usage of Low Shampoo.

Verdict: Yves Rocher Low Shampoo really is no foam. The creamy texture made it easy to spread the cream on wet hair. I felt a bit awkward when using it for the first 2 weeks, but I felt in love with it eventually. Its delicate cleansing formula has made my hair clean and yet looks smooth and silky naturally. I can feel that my hair is stronger after using it for 2 months now.

More information about Yves Rocher Low Shampoo:

1.What is the difference between traditional shampoo and Low Poo?

Low Shampoo uses low concentration of natural origin cleansing agents which reduces aggressions to the hair scalp.

2. How does Low Poo cleanse without foam?

It is not the foam that washes the hair but cleansing agents. Foam is only an expression of certain cleansing agents such as sulfate.

3.What is the effect of sulfates on hair?

Sulfates are aggressive detergents and are capable of stripping your hair of natural oil. Over usage of sulfates can cause over secretion of sebum on the scalp or potential irritation.

4. What is the effect of silicones on hair?

Silicone is a synthetic polymer compound which acts as a sealant on the hair to give the hair the illusion of slip and shine. It prevents moisture from penetrating the hair shaft. Due to lack of moisture, the hair will become brittle and could lead to frizz and breakage.

Yves Rocher Rinsing Raspberry Vinegar (150ml | RM48)

Yves Rocher Rinsing Vinegar is the No. 1 Best Selling Hair Care product in Asiasince its launch in Asia last year. The formula is 98% natural, 0% silicone, 0% paraben and 0% colorant which is the botanical innovative secret to shiny hair inspired by the French traditional hair rinsing with vinegar. 

Yves Rocher has developed an improved formula by combining raspberry with the French origin vinegar that is obtained from a natural fermenting process and is guaranteed of French origin. The vinegar is an acid compound known for its hair-smoothing properties and the ability to reduce lime scale build up. The formula is 98% natural, 0% silicone, 0% paraben and 0% colorant.

This genuine traditional remedy is able to seal hair cuticles to enhance the natural shine of your hair and leave it naturally radiant with fresh raspberry scent. The Rinsing Vinegar is suitable for all hair types.

The vinegar is obtained through a natural fermentation process is an acid component renowned for its capacity to smooth down hair scales and its residue-fighting powers (Eg. calcareous from water). Yves Rocher has improved the traditional French formula by selecting the natural fermented vinegar, and keeping the maximum benefits of vinegar in the formula while avoiding unpleasant consequences such as dry hair caused by the traditional formula and pungent unfavorable scent after wash. The vinegar chosen by the Yves Rocher Botanical Beauty research laboratories is guaranteed to be of French origin. Yves Rocher improved the formula to stabilized the pH of the vinegar at 4 which original pH is lower which can be aggressive for hair fiber and scalp over use.

The raspberry has been chosen for its protective properties thank to its potassium, polyphenol and vitamin E. The hair scales are smoothed down and the residues responsible for dulling the hair are eliminated, resulting soft, shiny and radiant hair.

How to Use:

1. Use Rinsing Vinegar at final rinse after shampoo & conditioner.

2. With about 5 bottle shakes, apply Rinsing Vinegar by thoroughly sprinkling over hair.

3. Lather and massage for 1 minute and then rinse with cold water. Use twice a week.

Verdict: I love its delicate and natural juicy berry scent! It seals my hair cuticles and leave them soft and smooth, shiny and radiant. I am totally converted to this after just one try. No wonder it has become the best seller product of Yves Rocher. The vinegar is packed in a beautiful transparent bottle which made it easy to monitor the usage.

The best part is both Low Shampoo & Rinsing Vinegar is retails at reasonable price. Get 2 products below RM 100 and could last me for months, I find it a steal to me.

Yves Rocher Stores is located at Alamanda Shopping Mall (Lot G43B / 03-8881-1658) 1 Utama Shopping Mall (Lot F102B / 03-7722-4187) Sunway Pyramid (Lot G1.116A / 03-7494-0448) Setia Alam (Lot LG-55 / 03-3358-1491) Suria Sabah (Lot G73A / 088-488-648)

Yves Rocher Parkson Counters Parkson Subang Parade (03-5631-5311) Parkson Gurney Plaza (04-226-5376) Parkson Nu Sentral Parkson KLCC

Yves Rocher AEON Counters AEON Mid Valley AEON Bandaraya Melaka (06-281-2567) AEON Quill City Mall

E-STORE - www.yvesrocher.com.my