Support Breastfeeding together with MyNutriBaby

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Infant and child nutrition programme MyNutriBaby launches nationwide contest in conjunction with World Breastfeeding Month


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Breastfeeding is the best way to nourish a baby, but some mothers are unable to do so smoothly and continuously. They try to breastfeed exclusively for at least 6 months, but eventually discontinue their efforts, often due to a lack of support from the people around them. In light of this, several professional bodies have come together to launch a contest to promote increased support among Malaysians for breastfeeding mothers.
The contest, #LetsSupportBreastfeeding, will run from 18 August to 19 September 2014. Interested participants can visit www.mynutribaby.org.my. Here, they can watch a video which highlights how a breastfeeding mother’s efforts are improved by the support she receives from her husband, her mother-in-law and her employer. They can then nominate someone who is breastfeeding or has breastfeed and share how they have supported this person’s efforts. Both the nominee and nominator stand to win great prizes.
#LetsSupportBreastfeedingis an initiative from MyNutriBaby, a community education programme spearheaded by Nutrition Society of Malaysia (NSM) in collaboration with the Malaysian Paediatric Association (MPA), Obstetrical and Gynaecological Society (OGSM) and National Population and Family Development Board (LPPKN). The programme is supported by Philips AVENT Malaysia.
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“MyNutriBaby is a programme dedicated to help parents improve their children’s nutritional status for better growth and development,” said Dr Tee E Siong, President of NSM. “It aims to translate the key messages of the Malaysian Dietary Guidelines for Children and Adolescents, released by the Ministry of Health in 2013, into simple easy-to-follow messages for the public.”
He added that, with many members of the organising committee being parents themselves, they fully understand the challenges experienced by breastfeeding mothers.
According to Dr Tee, there are many mothers who wish to breastfeed because of its many benefits.  “Breast milk offers complete nutrition for the baby’s growth and development, and it contains antibodies that help protect the baby from infections. The mother also receives benefits such as improved bonding with her baby and faster post-pregnancy weight loss. This is why it is recommended that mothers give their babies only breast milk in the first six months. Mothers should continue to breastfeed after the child has started complementary foods, until the child is two,” he said.
However, there are mothers who discontinue breastfeeding due to reasons such as latching problems, discomfort and pain, or having to go back to work. Also, workplace pressure, stress and fatigue can affect breast milk production, causing some mothers to believe that they are not capable of producing enough breast milk.
“Many frustrations associated with breastfeeding can be lessened by the support from the people around the mother,” said Dr Tee. Even small gestures, such as providing a listening ear, go a long way in improving the mother’s confidence and determination to keep breastfeeding.  “This is why we encourage people to take part in #LetsSupportBreastfeeding. It is a great opportunity to let a special mother know how much you appreciate and support her efforts!” 
“Philips AVENT believes that breast feeding is the best source of nourishment for babies. Philips AVENT turns 30 this year, and our commitment to this remains unchanged. Breast milk, with its health-enhancing benefits for babies, is ideal for them, so we aim to help all mothers breast feed as easily and as conveniently as possible. MyNutriBaby is a meaningful programme very much in line with what we believe, thus we are pleased to support the #LetsSupportBreastfeeding contest,” said Muhammad Ali Jaleel, Country Manager for Philips Group of Companies in Malaysia and General Manager for Consumer Lifestyle, Philips Malaysia.

Win a Trip to Bangkok with Dinoscovery Count-D-Eggs Contest

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Want to spend 4 days and 3 nights in Bangkok with your loved ones for FREE?

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Dinoscovery by Dinosaurs Live!, Asia Pacific’s first-of-its-kind edutainment exhibition is inviting its visitors to join the Count-D-Eggs contest and stand a chance to win the Grand Prize of a family holiday package to Bangkok, Thailand.

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The contest will require participants to guess the number of plastic eggs in the giant egg sculpture placed at the lounge area at the end of the exhibition. All contest forms must then be placed in the entry box for submission where the participant with the correct or closest guess to the total number of eggs in the egg sculpture will be awarded the Grand Prize of a 4-day, 3-night stay in Bangkok, Thailand worth RM2,000. 

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Participants will be required to ‘Like” Discoveria’s Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/discoveria.kl upon participation where the winner announcement will be made.

The family holiday package for 4 is inclusive of return airport transfers in Bangkok, breakfast and accommodation at a centrally located 4-star hotel.

“Dinoscovery by Dinosaurs Live! is more than just an average exhibition, we are also intent on providing a fun, learning experience through exciting activities for the whole family. Through Count-D-Eggs, we are providing the kids an opportunity to learn math in an enjoyable way and encourage positive attitudes and appreciation in the subject. Moreover, this activity is also a great way to spend some quality time with the family,” said Lee Yew Jin, General Manager of EMS Discoveria Sdn Bhd.

The contest will run from 9th August until 9thNovember 2014 and is open to all visitors. One contest form is available upon purchase of either two Dinoscovery tickets or with a minimum spend of RM10 at the Gift Shop or at the Discoveria Cafeteria.

Dinoscovery by Dinosaurs Live! is a year-long exhibition which features reengineered, life size animatronic dinosaurs in true-to-life adventure-like settings. Opened to public on 21st March 2014, it has been enthralling thousands of visitors with 15 interactive activities including its star attraction, the Dino Quest which transforms visitors into paleontologists in search of dinosaur specimens with the help of a map and Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) band. 

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Other engaging activities include challenging a Gallimimus in a 10-metre race and excavating fossils in a custom-built sand pit. Visitors may also enjoy delectable fusion food while quenching their thirsts with a variety of unique mocktails and freshly brewed coffee at the Discoveria Cafeteria at the end of the exhibition.

Members of the public who are keen to visit Dinoscovery by Dinosaurs Live! can contact the exhibition hotline at 03 2181 7218, log on to www.discoveria.com.my or visit Discoveria’s Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/discoveria.kl. 

Opening hours are 10am to 10pm daily including school and public holidays with last admission at 9pm.

Dinoscovery is located at:
Level 4, Avenue K
156 Jalan Ampang, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Call: +603 2181 7218 for details


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Kate by Kanebo Colorcious Diamond Eyeshadow for Lustrous Eyes

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Looking for shiny eyeshadow colors to create luminous eye effects?

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The first Kate item that I bought a few years back was black liquid eyeliner. I loved the texture, the applicator and the resistance to my oily eyelids. Of course, my love for cosmetics drives me to regularly explore other brands when the need arises and I can say that Kate is one of the good ones I’ve had. Since Kate is created and made by Kanebo Cosmetics, Kate is an affordable brand that I also trust.
A few months ago, I was looking for an eyeshadow palette with diamond luster for those days when I want to have luminous eye effect. Strolling around Mid Valley’s Lower Ground floor one day, I found myself exploring Kate Cosmeticsroadshow where I saw the Colorcious Diamond eyeshadow. I decided to try it and also bought the black liquid eyeliner that I liked.

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This eyeshadow comes in a plastic compact with clear windows showing the colors inside. The casing is mainly black, signature of Kate cosmetics. It has one eyeshadow applicator as with standard brands.
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Kate Tokyo Colorcious Diamond
Color Combination Code: SV-1
RM54.90
Made in Japan
Available at Watsons and other specialty stores
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Each palette contains 5 shades:
  • Highlight color
  • Shiny color
  • Shiny medium color
  • Medium color
  • Dark color

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The colors are easy to apply, with good texture that is easy to blend. The first 4 colors create the most lustrous effect while the fifth dark color, serves as the smokey eye effect color.

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I don’t normally use the standard applicator that comes with the eyeshadow palette. I prefer to use eyeshadow brush. But I’m sure gals can use this effectively with the applicator; some of you may even choose to use fingertips! Well, I’m not good at that, though…I’d stick to my brushes.
So this is how my (left) eye looks with Kate Colorcious Diamond Eyeshadow. I also use the 3rd color – shiny medium color, which is a bit bluish, under my eyes to add highlight and shine.
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If you prefer to have very dark effect as I do, the dark color might not be enough with dry application. You can opt to add a drop of an eyeshadow intensifier (like DuWop Color Payoff) or use pencil eyeliner to darken the corners (here I used Maybelline eye studio black eyeliner). 
This Kate eyeshadow is a good palette to have if you like creating lustrous eye effect. The shimmer from the colors can easily make the eyes look brighter and radiant, especially when you have dark, puffy, stressed eyes.
Good to have those bright, luminous eyes!

GlamGlow Launches Thirsty Mud for Super Radiant Skin

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It’s finally here! The much talked about brand loved by Hollywood celebrities now has a new addition to the mask family. And it’s now available in Malaysia…
  
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Wouldn’t it be great if you can have a product that dramatically and instantly makes improvements to your skin in 10 minutes? Sounds far-fetched? Too miraculous? Well, that’s what GlamGlow is famous for!
I’ve been hearing about GlamGlow for quite some time now and it was a wonderful experience to discover it first-hand with other beauty addicts. You’ve probably seen faces of your friends or friends of friends on your FB news feed with some gray, gooey stuff on. Chances are those gals (or guys) are raving about how GlamGlow’s YouthMud or SuperMud has done wonders.
GlamGlow was originally designed for exclusive professional backstage use in Hollywood for celebrities, supermodels and other people who need instant camera-ready skin in less time and effort. GlamGlow YouthMud is popular among celebrities like Natalie Portman, Jennifer Aniston, Ryan Seacrest, Giuliana Rancic and more. Because of the wonders it does on the skin, GlamGlow was eventually introduced to consumers. We all want the good, fast stuff, don’t we? And another great thing about GlamGlow is that it can be used by both women AND men. You can buy one and share with your hubby or partner, and do ‘GlamGlow-ing’ together!

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Last Saturday, GlamGlow in Malaysia hosted a wonderful morning filled with discovery about this amazing mask brand at Sephora’s boutique in Sunway Pyramid. Entering Sephora, I was welcomed by this catchy ‘Walk of Fame’ or should I say ‘Walk of Glam’. Several blue, glimmering stars styled in Hollywood Walk of Fame adorned the floor. Clever and glamorous.

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The Walk of Glam
GlamGlow’s assistant product manager, Cindy Lim, shared more information about the brand, satisfying our curiosity on why this is so famous among celebrities. It was followed by further explanation about the products from Janet Low, trainer and skincare expert. She also conducted a demonstration showing how to use YouthMud and ThirstyMud on the face.

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LEFT: Janet Low, trainer and skincare expert
RIGHT: Cindy Lim, assistant product manager
See that lovely smile from demo model for the day?
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GlamGlow has several tempting products for the face and eyes:

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YouthMudTM Tinglexfoliate Treatment 
RM240, 50g 
designed as a 10-minute anti-aging ‘facial in a jar’ for behind-the-scenes use in Hollywood; gives immediate camera-ready glowing skin; provides gentle resurfacing exfoliation

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We tested this product on our hands during Janet’s demo and it’s really intriguing. The gray mud contains particles that are apparently tea leaves, which brighten complexion, protect against free radicals, hydrate and balance oil production.

SuperMudTM Clearing Treatment
RM240, 34g 
clinically developed to help fight all common skin concerns; addresses PORES (Pores? Pores!), blemishes, pimples, breakouts, razor bumps, and even in-grown hair (I think I should try this, did you read pores?).
BrightMudTM Eye Treatment 
RM240, 12 ChromeCells 
the world’s first tap on + wipe off reverse action under eye and orbital eye treatment; designed for instant 3-minute results; addresses dark circles, tired eyes, puffiness, lines; brightens, hydrates and plumps the eye area.
NEW! ThirstyMudTM Hydrating Treatment
RM240, 50g 
provides deep instant, extreme hydration for long, medium and short term results; hydrates, moisturizes, restores, replenishes and calms for instant super sexy skin.

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GlamGlow ThirstyMud in Sephora
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This mud has a very delicious texture and scent. It is creamy and oozes with sweet, tantalizing fragrance. ThirstyMud can work as a quick wash-off mask, can be left on overnight as a sleeping mask, can be used in-flight and like the rest of GlamGlow products, also works both for men and women. That’s a truly multi-tasking item in a beautiful jar!

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Together with gorgeous butterflies from The Butterfly Project Beauty Bloggers, I had a fun time exploring GlamGlow’s products. Who wouldn’t be amazed at the Best Mask in the World?

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The Butterfly Project Beauty Bloggers team: Tammy Lim, Illy Ariffin, Ayna Jalal and Caroline Ng
GlamGlow is very interesting and noteworthy. Like what I mentioned in my previous posts, I wasn’t really a big fan of masks until I’ve discovered really good ones that gave me good results. So far, these GlamGlow mud masks will be the most luxurious and famous ones that I’ll be putting on my face.

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Me with Cindy Lim

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Me, excited to try GlamGlow YouthMud and ThirstyMud
Curious? This is just a teaser of what’s coming up. I’ll be reviewing GlamGlow YouthMud and ThirstyMud soon and will definitely share the results and tips with you…let’s see if GlamGlow lives up to its promise of beautiful skin in 10 minutes! #excited #yay

Covo Cosmetics – Luxe for Less

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It’s wonderful to discover a beauty and cosmetics brand that aims to make beauty accessible to all without burning a hole in the pocket.
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I first encountered Covo in 2012 while doing my store visit routine in Berjaya Times Square for a brand that I used to manage. When I saw the simple, sleek counter design in mainly black color, I already found it interesting. Colors pop up nicely against black and it was easy to be captured by Covo’s color collections.
On my birthday last June, my good friend, Sulo, generously gave me a beautiful set of Covo cosmetics. She’s a dear friend who understands my beauty addiction (haha!).  My present, a set of 5 items, were neatly arranged in a box inside a paper bag adorned with a French-themed drawing. I liked this feminine and artistic touch of the brand. It’s not the typical photo of a celebrity or model but this one also manages to show style, fashion and glamour.

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I haven’t tested all the items yet but I’m excited to talk about what I got. There’s just something very clever with Covo’s items. The prices fall into the affordable level but each product is very competitive and worth trying. After all, beauty and style should be accessible to many, not just the rich, isn’t it? Let’s see what’s inside my present:
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HD Picturesque Primer – RM69.00
Made in Korea
High definition, mineral enriched, conceals wrinkles & pores, deeply nourishes, prolongs foundation wear
I think that this is amazingly affordable. Now, High-Definition makeup is not just limited to those who can spend a lot on cosmetics. I’m just finishing my current HD primer but I’m very excited to try this one soon!


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Fearless Waterproof Shadow Liner – RM35.00
Made in Germany
Waterproof, 8 hours wear, Shadow and Liner in 1, Highly Pigmented, Glides Smoothly
This liner comes with a built-in sharpener, isn’t that genius? Now, I don’t need to find my sharpener, or even buy one. The texture is great and easy to blend.  

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Stardust Quad – RM65.00
Made in Italy
Highly Pigmented, Blends Evenly, Creamy and Smooth, Nourished with Vitamin E, Contains skincare benefits
I find it great that this eyeshadow set contains vitamin E. That’s makeup plus skincare in 1 product!

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3 Free Nail Polish – RM29.00
Made in Australia
No formaldehyde, No toluene, No DBP
Well-pigmented, glossy, long lasting
Most 3 Free nail polishes in the market would cost a lot more than this. And it’s great to find a brand that can offer a 3 Free nail polish at this price.

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Essential 3 Brush Set – RM89.00
Powder brush, liquid foundation brush, and eye shader brush
Compact sizes, comes with a 3-brush pouch, travel-friendly
It’s not easy to get good quality, affordable makeup brushes but this set is probably one of the best you can find. I’ve started using the liquid foundation and eye shader brush; they’re very effective in makeup application and the bristles don’t fall off even with regular cleaning. Good ones!   


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Thanks again to my good friend who gave me this makeup set. Stay tuned for my upcoming reviews of the items!
Stay connected to Covo Cosmetics via their Facebook page at:
http://www.facebook.com/CovoCosmetics
For more information and to order products online, visit:
http://www.covocosmetics.com

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Hey, that loose powder looks nice!
About Covo
COVO seeks to harness the continuing growth of the COsmetic eVOlution (hence the name COVO) to bring the best in makeup artistry to even the most discerning user without anyone missing out on the total “luxe” shopping experience. COVO puts the focus on the consumer experience whilst the latest technologies are utilized to capture every woman’s beauty needs and nuances. The products are designed to be smartly intuitive and multifunctional to delight the expectations of a COVO woman. The red carpet treatment isn’t sacrificed from the luxury perspective hence COVO’s – Luxe for Less should appeal to one and all!
Where to find COVO outlets in Malaysia:
Berjaya Times Square, Kuala Lumpur
CAG-02, Ground Floor
Parkson NU Sentral, Kuala Lumpur
Lot No. G1, C1, L1.01 & L2.01
Terminal KLIA2, Sepang
Lot S1-1A-A10, Terminal KLIA2
03-87878445
GATEWAY @ KLIA2 (VOIR Gallery), Sepang
L2-90, L2-91 & L2-92,
Level 2, Gateway @ KLIA2, Terminal KLIA2
03-87878190
Sunway Pyramid, PJ, Selangor
Lot G1.06A, Ground Floor
03-5622 1642
One Utama, PJ, Selangor
Lot FK 103, First Floor
03-7722 1739
The Mines, Seri Kembangan, Selangor
L2-37, L2-41 & L2-42, Level 2 The Mines
03-8940 8568
AEON IOI Mall, Puchong, Selangor
F50, First Floor, AEON IOI Mall, IOI Mall
AEON Bukit Tinggi Shopping Centre, Klang, Selangor
F04, First Floor, AEON Bukit Tinggi
Klang Parade (VOIR Gallery), Klang, Selangor
Lot G.10-19, Ground Floor, Klang Parade
03-3359 7131
AEON Bukit Indah Shopping Centre, Johor
F02, First Floor, AEON Bukit Indah Shopping Centre
AEON Kulaijaya Shopping Centre, Johor
F01, First Floor, AEON Kulaijaya
AEON Bandaraya Melaka Shopping Centre, Melaka
F04, First Floor, AEON Bandaraya Melaka
Dataran Pahlawan (VOIR Gallery), Melaka
Lot G-022, Upper Ground Floor
First World Plaza, Genting, Pahang
Lot F/L2A.3, Level 2A, First World Plaza
03 61011032
AEON Ipoh Station 18, Ipoh, Perak
F25, First Floor
AEON Kinta City, Ipoh, Perak
G04, Ground Floor (Cosmetic)
AEON Kinta City Shopping Centre
AEON Mall Bukit Mertajam, Pulau Pinang
F01 (Cosmetics Floor), Level 1
GURNEY Plaza(VOIR Gallery), Penang
Unit No. 170-02-23A
04-2271960

China Glaze Nail Polish in Lovely Green Color

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My first time to try China Glaze nail polish and a green color for my nails…
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(photo from China Glaze FB page)
Oh, I haven’t done my manicure in a looong time. My pedicure is always done, though. I’m someone who cannot survive a work week without my toenails painted! Yes, yes, say I’m vain but I love my open-toe shoes and I find it necessary to have colored toenails. I normally just do it myself except a few weeks ago when I had it done at Nails Garden in e@Curve in preparation for a wedding. They have good service there, I must say. My pedicure lasted for 2 weeks and the foot massage was great.
Anyway, back to my topic. I haven’t tried China Glaze nail polishes before. I’ve had Butter London, Ciate, Elianto, Sally Hansen and probably a few more. But during my visit to Philippines 2 weeks ago, I saw China Glaze and noticed that it’s cheaper so yeah I was enticed to buy. And the sales lady was very friendly, too. Since she’s very nice, I bought 2 colors, hehe.

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First color I picked was the metallic blue, code So Blue Without You (1258), then the green one, Agro (1127). Hmmm, I’ve never tried a green nail polish color before and this one looked attractive to me. It wasn’t the typical ‘leafy’ green shade. And since I am managing a brand with green color, I thought it was about time to have 1 green nail polish, ta-da!
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I excitedly tested my new China Glaze nail polish last weekend and I’m so in love with it! I never thought I could get away with green on my nails! I used to dislike green but this China Glaze shade is just lovely. I love how different lighting changes the shade and sheen of the polish.
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China Glaze
Nail Lacquer with Hardeners
Price: P350 or around RM30
(In Malaysia, I believe it’s around RM42)
Content: 14ml
Free from formaldehyde, toluene and DBP
Made in USA
Life after opening: 36 months
I used it with my other nail care products:
  • Step 1 – Sally Hansen Hard as Nails Nail Hardener as base coat
  • Step 2 – China Glaze Green Nail Polish
  • Step 3 – Sally Hansen Diamond Shine as top coat


Oh and I use my hair dryer to assist in faster drying in between each step. 

My green nail polish is now on it’s fourth day and I’d say I’m very pleased with its long-lasting wear. I’m someone who regularly washes oily dishes, I handwash my undergarments with my bare hands and I wash my hands very often within the day. And so far, the nail polish still stays nicely with very minimal fading on the edges! This is amazing. Normally, my nail polish will chip off because of my daily washing habits but China Glaze survived nicely!

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And because it’s only minimal fading on the tips of my nails, it’s very easy to retouch. Love my China Glaze purchase and I think it’s worth the price. 

Next up will be the China Glaze blue nail polish soon!


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Stay connected to China Glaze Malaysia at
http://www.facebook.com/chinaglazemy
Or check out China Glaze International at
http://www.facebook.com/chinaglazeofficial
About China Glaze Nail Polish
Long-wearing, beautifully-shiny, fashion-forward, carcinogenic-free, celeb-fave, manicurist’s best friend, loving and living in color.
China Glaze believes in the power and beauty within every woman. We believe in putting your best-pedicured foot forward. And we say, don’t hide those hands because you’re worried they show your age, but talk with them because the color at your finger tips speaks volumes!
China Glaze offers a broad selection of long-wearing nail lacquers with hardeners and essential treatments at a great value. The brand is dedicated to providing nail technicians with globally appealing, on-trend, high quality nail lacquers and treatments. We offer innovative and fresh ideas to the polish industry!
Visit www.chinaglaze.comfor more information

WOOX Launches You Need to Hear This Campaign

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Love music? WOOX Innovations announces worldwide campaign
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WOOX Innovations has announced the Malaysian launch of the worldwide ‘You Need To Hear This’ Campaign. If you are passionate about discovering music on a new level, there’s never been a better time.  In every corner of the Internet you can find musicians who are reaching out to try and convince you to take the time to listen to their latest tracks. 
With the campaign’s hub at http://www.youneedtohearthis.com, focusing on the 18-28 year old audience, an influential group that accounts for more than a third of all headphone sales. WOOX Innovations manages the complete portfolio of Philips-branded headphones and headsets, including its CitiScape and Fidelio ranges. 
“Our goal with the campaign is to engage those people who are driving emerging cultural trends, particularly in music,” said Mr. Andrew Tan, Business Leader for WOOX Innovations Malaysia.

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Philips SHB 9150BK: Wireless, fits snuggly over the ears, available in red, white or black
“There is no better way to do this than by offering exactly what they are looking for: superior sound quality whenever and wherever they may need it. In addition, WOOX Innovations is also bringing in various different models of Bluetooth-enabled head phones,” he added.
Initially focused on the UK and Germany, the campaign is now being rolled out to more countries. In addition to its online presence, the global campaign also includes exclusive video premieres, access to unique gigs, unique artist sessions, festival participation, pop up events, tables you need to hear and much more.
In Malaysia, the campaign will feature an exclusive video premiere shot in schools and campuses in Kuala Lumpur and Selangor. The videos will be uploaded biweekly from July 25, 2014 onwards to the Philips Sound Malaysia Facebook page.
If you want to explore innovation in sound for yourself, go to http://www.youneedtohearthis.com now, or the Facebook Page
www.facebook.com/PhilipsSoundMalaysia.
About WOOX Innovations
WOOX Innovations is dedicated to delivering meaningful innovation in connected entertainment. From great sound quality, to advanced technology and sophisticated design, we strive to improve the entertainment experience. Headquartered in Hong Kong and with over 2000 employees worldwide, WOOX Innovations develops, markets and sells Philips branded audio, video, multimedia and accessories products worldwide. WOOX Innovations is a brand licensee of Koninklijke Philips N.V.

Mario Badescu Temporary Lifting Mask Product Review

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Interesting name…but can this product really do an immediate, temporary improvement on my face?
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I’ve been curious to try this brand since a few months ago and I finally got myself to purchase not just one but two Mario Badescu products. I purchased these 2 items (Silver Powder and Temporary Lifting Mask) at Luxola, the online beauty site that I’m really enjoying delivery service from nowadays. I just love the efficient service and, of course, the enticing promotions.
The Temporary Lifting Mask is a very interesting item as it deems to tighten the skin and minimize pores instantly, although the name clearly says that it’s ‘temporary’. Still, I would want to have a product that can really do that, especially when I have important events to attend, such as weddings, work-related dinners or functions.

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The product comes in a simple white plastic jar with a white plastic seal upon removing the cap. After removing the seal, you will see the pink-colored cream mask and will be welcomed with the fragrance of rose. Rose?! Wait, oh no….
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Mario Badescu Temporary Lifting Mask
Price: RM53 for 59ml
Made in USA
Life after opening: 6 months
Where to buy: Sephora or at www.luxola.com.my
I didn’t check the full ingredients before purchasing the Temporary Lifting Mask! I actually have this skin reaction to face products that contain rose, except for 2 brands that I’ve tested: Perricone MD and Talika Paris. These 2 have products that contain rose but thankfully have not caused my skin to react adversely. Should I bravely try a Mario Badescu product that contains ‘rose’?
One of the things I do when I have fear of skin reaction to a certain product is ‘patch testing’, just the personal way of doing it, not the laboratory type. I either apply on the pulse of my wrist, meaning that soft area where you can feel your pulse, or behind the ears. And so I did BOTH, and left the cream there for an hour, since this is only a mask. If you’re testing a moisturizer or toner, or anything meant to be absorbed by the skin, it’s best to leave it overnight to check reactions.

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Like most cream masks, the Mario Badescu Temporary Lifting Mask (TLM) also has a thick texture but easy to apply on the skin.
Well, I didn’t have skin reaction on my wrist or behind my ears after testing. So I braved the ‘rose content’ and applied the TLM on my face after washing. It starts as a light rose color on the face. I would have applied the mask on my entire face but since this is the first time, I’d better reduce my risk and focus on pore-problem areas to test the effects.

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After 10 minutes, the color of the mask turned to pinkish rose color. It has a mild tingling or tightening feel, which I really liked. It made me feel that the product is working…
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 After rinsing with lukewarm water, here is the difference…
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LEFT: Before Mario Badescu Temporary Lifting Mask
RIGHT: After Mario Badescu Temporary Lifting Mask

First of all, thank goodness my skin didn’t react violently to the rose content.
After using the mask for the first time, I feel the difference on my pore-problem areas: smoother, softer and pores are less visible. Lifting might be hard to notice and I also didn’t apply it to my entire face BUT my skin felt tight and fresh. I love the feel of my skin right after using this mask! I’m not a believer of masks before until I’ve tried several good ones and this Mario Badescu product is now another trusted one.
Definitely will continue to use this, maybe 3 times a month and enjoy the immediate results!

Mario Badescu Hall of Fame – celebrities who love their products:
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More about Mario Badescu Temporary Lifting Mask

BENEFITS:
Instant Pore Minimizer. A great special occasion mask that immediately tightens, cleans and refines the skin. Formulated with Egg Albumin, a traditional, natural mask ingredient that firms, minimizes pores and improves skin’s appearance. This mask is ideal for any skin type needing a quick boost for a special event or for regular use on skin with enlarged pores and congestion.
HOW TO USE:
Apply a thin layer of the mask on clean skin, avoiding the eye area. Wait 10 minutes and rinse with tepid (lukewarm) water. Follow with moisturizer. May be used several times a month or before special occasions.
WHAT’S INSIDE:
Deionized Water (Aqua), Calamine, Wheat (Triticum Vulgare) Starch, Egg Albumin, Sorbitol, Zinc Oxide, Magnesium Aluminum Silicate, Rose (Rosa Multiflora Fruit) Extract
Explore and shop for amazing beauty items online:
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http://www.mariobadescu.com

Wine Talk Exclusive Blogger Event at La Bodega Bangsar

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Wine appreciation still seems to be a mystery for a lot of people. But with Wine Talk and with its French Sommelier, David Stephan, wine discovery becomes easier and more fun. 

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Have you ever experienced going to an event where wines are served and you’re not really sure how to look like you’re confident with holding the wine glass? And even if you finally become confident with how you hold the wine glass, you are then faced with the challenge of drinking like a pro? Why do people swirl the glass and sniff the wine? What difference does it make? Is that a requirement or something?
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Comfortable seats at La Bodega Lounge in Bangsar – did you know they have Ladies Night every Thursday where ladies enjoy free drinks between 8-10pm?
Wine Talk held a wine tasting evening exclusively for bloggers in June at La Bodega in Jalan Telawi, Bangsar. Wine Talk’s French sommelier, David Stephan, started the evening by serving the first white wine then followed by 2 more white wines and 3 red wines. There was a total of 6 different wines from different regions and countries. All the wines we tried that night are exclusive to Wine Talk; you wouldn’t find these in supermarkets or other wine shops.

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David Stephan with guests for that evening
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More lovely guests that evening
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More gorgeous guests having fun that night
Guests were served with delicious dishes from La Bodega that evening, like this really yummy platter of different cheeses!
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Delicious Cheese Platter by La Bodega

DAVID’s TOP 8 TIPS to appreciate and taste wine like a PRO:
  1. Hold the wine glass by the stem, not by its bowl. In my years of serving wines, I’ve probably seen hundreds of people holding a wine glass by the bowl. It’s not that bad but doing this exposes the wine to your fingers’ temperature. Best is to hold a wine glass by its stem. It reduces exposure of wine to heat and it also makes you look like a pro. Classy and elegant.
  2. Swirl the wine in your glass, be careful not to spill. Swirling allows the wine to release aromas. Just give your glass a gentle swirl. After you’ve done this a few times, you’ll get the hang of wine glass swirling.
  3. Sniff the wine. It’s totally fine to put your nose inside the glass. Learning to appreciate wine aromas is learning how to appreciate the character of the wine. Don’t panic if your friend smells something else than what you smell. Wine aromas can be completely subjective. Your friend might smell flowers while you smell fruits. It’s fine. The important thing is whether you like the aromas or not.
  4. Look at the color of the wine. You can hold your glass higher to get some light. The color of the wine can tell you a lot of things about what you’re drinking or tasting. Some white wines might be lighter than others; it will roughly give you an idea about the taste. Some red wines are very dark while types like pinot noir might have lighter red color than merlot and shiraz.  
  5. Sip the wine. Take note: SIP not gulp. Sipping gives you more chance to appreciate the taste. If you are willing to expand your tasting skills, you can explore inhaling air through your mouth while the wine is inside. This can be tricky but perfecting this skill can give you significant difference in appreciating wines.
  6. Take note of the aftertaste. This is where you’ll notice if a wine has strong or light tannins. Tannins are most commonly present in red wine. It is the textural element that makes wine taste dry. Observe your tongue when you taste red wines, it’s that ‘dry’ feeling or taste when you swallow wine. Some grapes have higher tannins while some have lower.
  7. Swirl, sniff then sip again. This will allow you to rediscover the aromas and the taste for another time.
  8. Be familiar with basic wine terms. Looking and sounding like a pro need a bit of research. Some people might talk to you about nose, legs, fermentation, vintage, corked wine, acidity and other terms. Take a few minutes to read about some wine terms before you attend a gathering where wine will be served. If you’re armed with some wine knowledge, you’ll relate to what people are talking about and maybe even add some comments that make you look and sound like a pro!
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If you really want to learn more about wines, it is best to keep trying more. Wine Talk has a special service where wine lovers or enthusiasts can discover more wines that will be personally handpicked by David. A person just needs to join the Wine Club, which is FREE from sign-up or membership fee, and receive 6 or 12 bottles of wines every month or 2. It’s a convenient way to enjoy wines. You don’t need to worry about what wines to buy because David, the sommelier, will choose them for you based on your preference. Isn’t this amazing? And another great thing from Wine Talk is their GUARANTEED PRICE and GUARANTEED SATISFACTION. If you’re not happy with the wine you received, they will change it for you. Cool!
Wine Club and Wine Talk’s wine delivery service are currently available across Peninsular Malaysia. For further information, log on to http://www.winetalk.com.my or call 1300 88 97 88.
Good news for my readers! Love wine? Need to send wine as a gift or need wines for an event, gathering or party? Use my special voucher code when you shop at Wine Talk to enjoy RM50 OFF on your order of RM300 worth of normal-priced wines! Simply key-in BLOG50CC upon checkout!

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About Wine Talk Malaysia
Wine Talk is an online wine delivery service where customers can easily order wines via www.winetalk.com.myor via call to 1300 88 9788. Customers can choose from over 400 labels of red wine, white wine, sparkling wine, champagne, rosé wine, even non-alcoholic wine, and have them delivered to their home, office, wedding venue or any location within Peninsular Malaysia.

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David Stephan, Wine Talk Sommelier
David Stephan who is Wine Talk’s sommelier, studied hospitality and sommelerie in a professional school from the age of 16 in France, with internships including stints in various hotels & renowned restaurants in Paris.  In the late 90’s, he moved to the exclusive island of St Barts, working in a 5-star resort.  The island is famous for stunning beaches and locations, but also high-end hotels and restaurants, frequented by the rich and famous including ‘L’Esprit Salines’, one of the island top restaurants at that time, where he managed a splendid premium wine list. In 2003 he moved to Shanghai, China, where he worked in relation with the wine industry for 8 years.
Wine Talk is known for successfully launching the Wine Club in 2012. “This is a club, and its members will get to be a part of its development to enjoy a wine journey that is meaningful and rewarding.  We offer members an exclusive access to wines that are imported exclusively for Wine Talk while also enjoying privileges such as exclusive member prices, surprises, access to events and more.” said David Stephan, Wine Talk’s sommelier.
Wine Talk’s Wine Club is the first of its kind in Malaysia. The Wine Club is an exclusive service with no membership fee wherein members will receive wine cases on a monthly or bi-monthly basis, delivered straight to their home. Members will receive great value wines with a different selection every time, handpicked by David. The selection will feature popular labels and also fun discoveries, which a lot of people may not have thought to try. It comes with a personalized booklet that details the history of the winery, grape varietals, tasting notes, food pairing and more. At only RM428 for 6 bottles and RM788 for 12 bottles with FREE delivery included, personalized selections from David Stephan, Wine Club members will enjoy a wonderful wine experience. And due to insistent demand, Wine Talk recently launched the Premium Wine Club selection for those who want a different level of wines to be handpicked by David. 
Anyone who is interested in discovering more about the Wine Club even have the option to arrange for personal wine tasting where a Wine Club ambassador explains more about it while serving wine and canapés to a customer.
Aside from the Wine Club, Wine Talk customers also enjoy wine advices for weddings, events, giftsand other requirements. David and his sommelier team take pleasure in serving the needs of customers via online, via call and via personal appointments.

Fight Blackheads with Neutrogena Deep Clean

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How do you solve your blackhead woes and how do you prevent them from coming back?

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Having pores that are ‘not normal in size’ can be really challenging. Pores like mine tend to get clogged and invite dirt, forming more whiteheads or blackheads. My regimen through the years involved proper cleansing and trying to ensure that I use the right cleansers to address this concern about blackheads.
Although there are a lot of good cleansers out there, it pays to use a specific one that is targeted to fight those nasty little things. While doing my regular visit a few months ago at a leading pharmacy, I stumbled upon this product from Neutrogena, which caught my eye because of its name that twinkled magically to my attention (ching ching ching). Blackhead eliminating, eh? Gotta try that.

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This product comes in a half-transparent plastic tube. The flip-top cap makes it convenient, and the opening has a sticker seal for quality protection. You have to twist the cap open to remove this.

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The scrub itself is a shiny, white fluid with orange micro beads. It just smells clean and nice, no extra fragrance there.

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I love using this on my face. During the day, I normally use a different cleanser then in the evening, I use Neutrogena Deep Clean Blackhead Eliminating Daily Scrub after Cleansing Lotion. My face feels great and really ‘deeply cleaned’ with this scrub.

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LEFT: with makeup, before washing with Neutrogena
RIGHT: after washing with Neutrogena Blackhead Eliminating Daily Scrub
What difference did it make on my pores?
When I started using this, my regimen already included weekly cleansing with pore strip, which has reduced the amount and size of whiteheads and blackheads that I strip off every week. With the addition of Deep Clean Blackhead Eliminating Daily Scrub, I noticed that I barely have blackheads on my pore strip, and it definitely prevented formation of more blackheads. I don’t think that my face will totally be ‘heads-free’ but I’m now able to control them, resulting to cleaner pores. Yay! #happy #neutrogena #skincare #greatcleanser #fightblackheads
More about Neutrogena Deep Clean Blackhead Eliminating Daily Scrub               
What it does:
  • Helps to effectively eliminate blackheads from the very first use
  • Prevents new blackheads from forming for clear and healthy-looking skin

What it contains:
  • Beta hydroxyl acid formula – cleans dirt and excessive oil
  • Skin-conditioning beads – condition and soothe skin
  • Blackhead Fighting Complex – penetrates deep into pores to remove dead skin cells to help eliminate blackheads
  • Cedarwood extract and moisturizer – help strengthen the skin’s natural water and oil balance, and prevent new blackheads from forming with continuous use

Neutrogena Deep Clean Blackhead Eliminating Daily Scrub is OIL-FREE and SOAP-FREE.
How to use:
As a daily cleanser, squeeze a pea-size amount of the Blackhead Eliminating Daily Scrub onto your palm. Add a little water to form a lather and gently massage over the face. Rinse thoroughly with lukewarm water. Can be used everyday.
Price:
RM19.90 for 100g – available at Guardian, Watsons and other leading pharmacies

CONTEST! 
I might be a bit late in sharing this but we still have a few days! Neutrogena Malaysia is running a contest with Guardian where you and a friend can win a pampering getaway to Port Dickson!

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WIN a free pampering getaway for 2 worth RM1,500 when you purchase Neutrogena products (including NeutrogenaUltra Sheer Pure-Mild Sunscreen Lotion SPF50+/PA+++)!
Visit the nearest Guardian Malaysia to get your entry form!
Like Neutrogena Malaysia Facebook page for updates, tips, news and contests: http://www.facebook.com/myneutrogena

Discover more Deep Clean products from Neutrogena in leading pharmacies.
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About Neutrogena
Neutrogena the #1 Dermatologist Recommended skincare brand offers a wide range of skin care products.
Neutrogena began its success story in 1930 when founder Emanuel Stolaroff started a small specialty cosmetic company called Natone. In the early years, Natone was a supplier to beauty salons usually associated with the glamour of the film industry. By the 1940’s, Natone began manufacturing and distributing cosmetics for the retail market. In 1994, the respect and credibility earned by Neutrogena Corporation led to its acquisition by Johnson & Johnson in 1994. As a member of Johnson & Johnson companies, Neutrogena has the opportunity to preserve the “Neutrogenic way” while at the same time drawing on the breadth of Johnson & Johnson resources.
Now, more than ever, consumers equate health with beauty. Neutrogena stands naturally poised for tremendous future growth and an ever-increasing number of satisfied customers. Under Neutrogena Brands.