NuNature Complete Anti-Aging Hair Solution

How are you taking care of your hair to prevent early signs of aging?

I’m someone who keeps trying different shampoo and conditioner. Although there are a few brands that I enjoy using, I think that finding the right hair care is a fun task and a challenge at the same time. Sometimes you like the smell but not satisfied with its promise of giving you shiny, healthy hair. Sometimes you see great improvement yet you don’t like the scent. Sometimes you want to test if it really works but then the price is too high.
We all want healthy, shiny, glorious hair. But hair is not easily convinced. Some people are blessed with naturally beautiful crowning glory while some of us need to go for scheduled treatments to make our hair presentable. And we also need to continuously find the correct hair care products.
I was happy to join fellow gorgeous ladies of The Butterfly Project a few weeks ago to be introduced to a new hair care range in Malaysia that provides anti-aging hair solution. That’s right; anti-aging solution, not for the skin, but for our hair. It was a warm and bright Saturday afternoon when I got to meet this brand for the first time at the cozy coffee shop of Dal.Komm in Uptown Damansara, PJ.

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Welcomed by the sight of a beautiful basket containing bottles of shampoo and conditioner, I got excited. All these are for me to try? What a happy day.
Nünature Hair Care is a complete anti-aging solution that harnesses properties from a unique blend of natural ingredients that provide anti-oxidation and moisture. Nünature products come with 3 essential hair benefits: strengthening of hair roots, reduction and prevention of hair fall, and protection from daily damage.

The Nünature team shared about the benefits of this anti-aging solution and how it has helped two women in regaining healthy hair. Daily pollution, stress, pregnancy and chemical treatments are just some factors that can damage our hair and result to hair fall, dandruff, dryness and more. 

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Left photos: 2 women who have experienced amazing result from Nunature, Right photo: Cynthia Loh of Nunature

What makes Nünature great:
  1. Contains NO SLS (Sodium Lauryl Sulphate)
  2. Contains NO SLES (Sodium Laureth Sulphate)
  3. Contains NO Parabens
  4. Safe for everyday use
  5. Contains 98% natural ingredients
  6. Affordable price range of below RM25 for 250ml bottles
  7. Some products can be used by kids, too
So what’s inside each Nünature hair product?
Indian Kino Tree Extract
Pterocarpus Marsupium Bark, also known as the Indian Kino Tree, is the key ingredient in all Nünature Shampoo range. As the scalp ages, glycation (hardening of peri-follicular collagen) occurs, causing hair loss. Indian Kino Tree Extract delays aging with its powerful anti-free radical properties, thus preventing cell damage and improving cell metabolism while containing excellent water retention’s properties to keep your hair in good elasticity all the time.
Silk Amino Acids
Extracted from raw silk, Silk Amino Acids are naturally-occurring water-soluble glycoproteins. These molecules penetrate deeply to strengthen, rebuild and nourish damaged hair without causing any build up. When the scalp soaks up its benefits, hair also becomes softer, fuller-bodied and stronger.
Hydrolyzed Soy Protein
The essential amino acids in Soy Protein deliver nutrients to the scalp to maintain its balance. It provides the scalp with essential nutrients for cell renewal, and over time, Soy Protein improves cellular metabolism.
Nünature offers an all-encompassing range of products, formulated to suit all types of hair concerns. With 6 shampoos and 2 conditioners, you can mix and match for a tailor-made hair pampering experience:
  1. Anti-Hair Fall Shampoo
  2. Anti-Dandruff Shampoo
  3. 2-in-1 Shampoo
  4. Volumizing Shampoo
  5. Hydration Shampoo
  6. Hydration Conditioner
  7. Daily Shine Shampoo
  8. Daily Shine Conditioner
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Anti-Hair Fall Shampoo – Keeps hair looking fuller, day after day
Suitable for: all hair types, especially those with hair fall problems
Price: RM23.90 for 250ml
Prevent hair loss with this shampoo, which boasts a proprietary blend of natural botanical extracts to boost hair and scalp health by activating the stem cells located within the hair follicles. The active ingredients promote cell regeneration and stimulate regrowth, delivering nourishment to the roots while strengthening weakened hair. It also conditions hair and improves its texture to reduce hair fall due to breakage.
I say: This is definitely a must-try! Hair fall is not easy to solve. Do you notice the amount of hair fall you have every time you bathe and every time you comb your hair?
Key ingredients:
Pea Peptides, the result of a cutting-edge technology that helps to activate stem cells in the hair follicles. The addition of Peppermint Oil also helps to control inflammation and itchiness, providing a soothing, cooling effect while improving blood circulation.
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Anti-Dandruff Shampoo – No more worries from itching, flaking & breakage
Suitable for: dandruff concerns
Price: RM23.90 for 250ml
Dandruff is indeed a frustrating problem, even more so if your scalp is sensitive or oily. This lightweight shampoo balances sebum production while improving hair and scalp health by activating the stem cells in the follicles. With continued use, you no longer have to worry about itching, flaking or breakage, and your scalp stays clean and soothed for longer.
Key ingredients:
Hydrolyzed Yeast Protein provides adequate oil control, and Black Pepper Extract (Piper Nigrum Berries) help to soothe redness and inflammation. A unique Herbal Complex, featuring 7 different natural plant extracts, also acts as a ‘shield’ to protect hair and scalp from environmental irritation.
I say: I don’t usually get dandruff but when I do, like some of you, I really hate it. It’s not chic to have flakes on a black dress or suit when I go for meetings or events.
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2 In 1 Shampo0 – Strong & healthy hair in one step
Suitable for: all hair types
Price: RM23.90 for 250ml
Perfect for the busy woman, this 2-in-1 formula cleanses and conditions in one step, making your hair silky smooth and shiny while providing it with its daily dose of proteins. Rinse away the day’s dirt and grime to reveal soft and lustrous hair that shines with health.
I say: Hola! This would be a perfect travel companion so I don’t need to bring a bottle of shampoo and a bottle of conditioner separately. Perfect timing for Chinese New Year travels.
Key ingredients:
Guar Tree Extract is an excellent conditioning agent, improving the ease of combing in both virgin and bleached hair. Lavender enhances blood circulation, strengthens hair and prevents hair fall.
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Volumizing Shampoo – Extra volume for radiantly alive hair
Suitable for: fine, limp hair with oily roots
Price: RM23.90 for 250ml
A saviour for oily scalp and hair, this shampoo adds body, volume and bounce. It controls excess oil production, and also promotes hair growth. With this shampoo, flat, greasy locks are a thing of the past. Leave your hair looking and feeling lively and healthy.
I say: If you have fine hair that tends to look thin on your head, here’s your solution. This will also be great for women and men who want their locks of hair to look fuller with added volume.
Key ingredients:
Witch Hazel (Hammamelis Virginiana Leaf), a natural astringent, helps to dissolve oil and control sebum production. Panthenol, also known as Vitamin B5, improves hair’s elasticity and volume, making it easier to style and softer to touch.

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Hydration Shampoo – The ultimate do-over for dry & damaged hair
Suitable for: dry, damaged or frizzy hair
Price: RM23.90 for 250ml
If you are always subjecting your hair to chemical treatments like colouring, bleaching or perming, this shampoo is right for you. It delivers a dose of extra moisture and nourishment to keep hair strong, soft and manageable. Damaged hair needs extra care, and this gentle yet nourishing formula does just that without creating any build-up.
I say: This is perfect for me! I go for 2x a year rebonding treatment and I know that my hair tends to be dry. I need this hydration! And this shampoo comes with a matching conditioner!
Key ingredients:
Hydrolyzed Keratin repairs damage and restores strength to hair, while Coconut Oil adds shine and softness, preventing the scalp from drying out. Guar Extract conditions hair and makes combing easier.
Hydration Conditioner – Revive your hair’s moisture level
Suitable for: dry, damaged or frizzy hair
Price: RM23.90 for 250ml
Complement Nünature Hydration Shampoo with this ultra-intense conditioner, which acts effectively to gently repair, regenerate and protect hair from future damage, keeping it healthy and soft. Extensive chemical processes can strip away hair’s natural moisture levels, leaving behind a dull, frizzy, brittle mess. Restore shine, softness and manageability to your locks once more.
Key ingredients:
Honey, which contains natural antioxidant properties, protects hair from UV damage while keeping it moisturised. Aloe Vera acts as a natural conditioner to deeply moisturize hair, making it silky soft.
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Daily Shine Shampoo – Soothe that sweet, little head naturally
Suitable for: all hair types, can be used for children 7yo and above
Price: RM23.90 for 250ml
Perfect for daily use, this ultra-mild formula is suitable for everyone in the family, including children. It gently cleanses and provides hair with its daily dose of proteins, leaving it healthy and easily manageable.
I say: It’s great to have hair care products that I can also use on my son! And who doesn’t want shiny hair? We all do, don’t we? I can alternate use of this one with the rest of Nünature products, may it be Anti-Hair Fall, Hydration, Anti-Dandruff…it’s exciting to have such a collection of shampoo and conditioner.  
Key ingredients:
Olive Oil, rich in Vitamins E and K, delivers essential moisture to improve luster and elasticity, while Coconut Oil adds shine and softness, preventing hair from breaking due to brittleness. Hydrolyzed Keratin also creates a protective veil on hair’s surface, shielding it from heat damage.
Daily Shine Conditioner – Soothe that sweet, little head naturally
Suitable for: all hair types
Price: RM23.90 for 250ml
This conditioner provides hair with a blend of natural proteins, giving it the shine of health. Keep your hair silky-smooth and tangle-free. Light enough for daily use yet incredibly nourishing, achieve a healthier head of hair the natural way. 
Key ingredients:
Olive Oil is rich in Vitamins E and K, which help protect hair from environmental damage. It delivers a potent dose of antioxidants to hair, restoring luster and shine to dull, damaged hair. Coconut Oil preserves the hydration levels of scalp and hair, preventing breakage caused by brittleness.
What am I excited to try first? Definitely the Anti-Hair Fall Shampoo! I am now on my 7th day of testing this shampoo that promises reduction of hair fall. Did it meet my expectations? Does it really work? Is it worth the price of RM23.90? You’ll find out on my next post about Nünature.
Want to check Nünature out? Where to buy?
Nünature Hair Care is available at all leading pharmacies in the Central Region: Alpro Pharmacies, AA Pharmacies, Lesley Pharmacy, Village Grocer, Big Pharmacies (coming soon), Multicare Pharmacies (coming soon) and etc.
How much?
Nünature Shampoo/ Conditioner 250ml – RM23.90

Nünature Shampoo/ Conditioner 450ml – RM35.90

If you have questions, you may contact: enquiries@cyren.com.my

Visit Nünature Facebook page at 



Makeup Style using The Butterfly Project Beauty Box

Trying new beauty products is always fun! Combined with some of my loved items, these products that I haven’t tried before have become even more interesting.
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Last December, I had a fun evening with fellow butterflies at The Apartment, The Curve. The Butterfly Project, headed by Tammy Lim, gave a celebration where both fresh and seasoned bloggers had a great time, great dinner and great opportunity to meet new friends. Luckily, I was free to join the group on that weekday dinner.
Aside from the Secret Santa gift-giving session, I also received a beauty box from the group. Thanks to all the generous sponsors who worked closely with the group and brought us happy cheers and, of course, new beauty products to try.
It’s exciting to explore different makeup looks by combining different products or brands. But at the same time, it’s also fun to mix and experiment with the new products together with those that you already have and love. Like a lot of you, I also have my favorites when it comes to skincare or makeup.

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Some of my loved products include GlamGlow ThirstyMud, Makeup ForEver Mist & Fix, Nars Eye Paint, Nars Dual Eye Shadow and Maybelline Color Tattoo. And I decided to mix these with some of the items from my butterfly beauty box: Shizens Lip Tattoo, Dolly Wink Liquid Eyeliner and Always 21 Soothing Gel Mist.

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Starting with smooth, healthy skin makes a lot of difference on how makeup can accentuate or complement your look. I love using GlamGlow ThirstyMud to do my regular mask routine. It’s quite addicting so I limit it to twice a week. After washing off ThirstyMud, I spray Always 21 Soothing Gel Mist on my face and apply a moisturizer (I’m using Mario Badescu at the moment). Afterwards, I apply my makeup primer, foundation, pore minimizer and face powder (not included in photo shot).

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Now it’s time for my eye makeup. I’ve been loving my Nars eye paint and dual eyeshadow since last year, and I don’t think I can live without them. I’ve also started to use Maybelline Color Tattoo and it works well in making my eye color more vibrant and longer lasting. From the butterfly beauty box, I used the Dolly Wink Eyeliner, which has a pen style application.
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The Dolly Wink eyeliner has good color results and very easy to apply on the skin. It has a cute, dotted pink packaging, with a pen cap.
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On my lips, I used ShizensLip Tattoo, which came from The Butterfly Project beauty box. I’ve reviewed this lip product a few weeks ago and I loved its long lasting color on the lips. Great thing about this Lip Tattoo is that it makes the lips look naturally rosy through the day and keeps the lips moisturized. I now use it every morning together with different lip colors.
And here’s my quick 15-minute makeup look with a mix of my new and loved beauty products:

What are your favorite makeup products? Those that you must always have in your makeup kit? Thanks once again to The Butterfly Project for organizing events to meet friends and to explore more beauty products!

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My 2015 Beauty Regime from The Butterfly Project Beauty Box

How are you starting your beauty regimen this year? Have you got your whole body (or most of it) covered? Thanks to The Butterfly Project, I got started with my new regimen early.

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Happy New Year! Wait, what? Is it late?

It’s always wonderful to welcome the new year with new things…specially beauty stuff. And this month, I have started using new and exciting products to take care of my lips, hands, face and hair. 

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For the face, it’s time to explore a new cleanser and a moisturiser to improve my skin tone with Garnier Sakura White Pinkish Radiance Cleansing Foam and Moisturizing Cream. I have yet to unbox the cream but starting with the cleansing foam, I fell in love with the beautiful scent. I know, I know, it’s not the scent that solves my skin concern but, hey, can’t help it if the scent is really lovely. These Sakura White products give the skin fresh and pinkish radiant complexion. And they are affordable, too, starting at RM12.90.

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I’ve been using GlamGlow since last year and seeing this travel size ThirstyMud is an excitement. This is still part of my beauty regime and with Chinese New Year approaching, I’m just happy to have this travel size tube! GlamGlow ThirstyMud gives hydrating wonders on the skin within a 20-minute application and wash off or tissue off. 
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Oh, yes, I regularly enjoy my GlamGlow mud with some wine

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I enjoy using mist on my face for instant moisture and skin refreshment. I’m currently using Melvita Eau Florale de Rose Damask Floral Rose Water, which I’ve also placed in a mini spray to carry with me to work. Now this Always Aloe Vera Soothing & Refresh Gel Mist is a delightful treat from the beauty box! I haven’t heard of this brand but the scent is invigorating, the mist feels great on the face and I love the spray. 

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Hair is a priority for me to start this year right as the effect of my rebonding treatment is starting to wear off. I’m always exploring shampoos and conditioners that will take care of my damaged hair. This Matrix Biolage Colorlast shampoo, as its name suggests, is for making color last longer – giving you salon-vibrant color for up to 9 weeks – but I discovered that Biolage also has a shampoo for dry hair —- Biolage Hydrasource. The Matrix Biolage hair care range addresses specific hair concern and is committed to creating sustainable products. 

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I love lip care products and will continue to love them. I’ve tried Shizens Lip Tattoo (see full review HERE) and it’s an amazing moisturizer, color and anti-aging product in one. It’s priced at RM168 so I may want to save it for office days and important events. For those casual days, I have Maybelline Baby Lips Colored Lip Balm to save my dry lips. If I remember right, this is only around RM15, available at leading pharmacies and beauty shops. I love the watermelon flavour and color of this Pink Shock variant. Did I mention it provides 8-hour moisture? 

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We must always hydrate our hands and take care of them daily and hourly. Hourly? Oh, yes, specially if you’re working inside cool temperature places. Never allow your hands to feel dry so always carry a tube of hand cream with you. This L’Occitane Velvet hand cream is a perfect companion to make sure that my hands stay young and beautiful. 
So these are some of my beauty picks to start my beauty regime this year! What are yours? 

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Want to win a Skydiving session worth RM3,000?

Get ready to jump with Seeties Jumpface Contest!

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Calling all adventurous and exciting individuals in Malaysia: this is probably one of the most interesting photo contest this year! 

Seeties, your mobile city pass for living and travelling like a local, has just launched its JUMPFACE Campaign. This is a simple contest wherein you upload a selfie, imagining yourself falling down from a plane, share the photo on your Facebook page and acquire votes. 

This is definitely a chance of a lifetime. Wouldn’t you want to experience skydiving for free? I haven’t explored something like this, well I guess I’m not that adventurous but I heard it’s quite expensive to just try one session of this. But with Seeties Jumpface Campaign, you have a chance to win a FREE Skydiving session worth RM3,000! 

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HOW TO GET STARTED:
  1. Log on to https://seeties.me/jump
  2. Click on “Create My Jumpface” and connect with your Facebook account.
  3. Upload a selfie of your Jumpface, imagine yourself falling down from the plane. Be creative!
  4. Adjust the Seeties Jumpface helmet to fit your selfie.
  5. Share your Jumpface on Facebook and invite your friends to vote – as many times as possible (people can vote for the same person once everyday, till the end of the campaign).
  6. 7 contestants who receive the most votes by 3 January 2015 win a FREE skydiving! Start your JUMP campaign today!


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Post your funny Jumpface and stand a chance to win FREE skydiving session worth RM3,000!
Contest period:
3 December 2014 – 3 January 2015 
(You can vote for the same person ONCE EVERYDAY!)


Here’s my JUMPFACE photo. Yes, I know, not creative enough huh. I’m sure you can do a lot better than me, so go get started with your ‘falling-from-the-plane’ face! 

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You can change your jumpface photo twice so yay, I still have 2 chances to improve my JUMPFACE!

After uploading your photo and adjusting the cute blue Seeties helmet, you can share it on your Facebook wall and acquire votes!


Remember, this is a voting contest so keep visiting the JUMPFACE wall and ask your friends to vote for you! Hey, you can also challenge them to be part of the Jumpface contest!

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Hmm, I wonder what it feels like to jump from 10,000 feet above ground? 

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About Seeties

Your mobile citypass for living and traveling like a local. Everything in Seeties is locally recommended. With Seeties, you can explore the best local gems everywhere you go. Be inspired to personalize your own experience by choosing what you would love to explore.

Win a Car with L’Oreal Paris Beauty Countdown!

Love shopping for beauty products? Would you like to win a brand new car? Who doesn’t?!

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This has got to be the most exciting year-end! L’Oreal is giving away daily, weekly prizes and a brand new car worth over RM100,000!

It’s the season of gifts and this means it’s the season for shopping! Whether you’re buying gifts for your friends, your loved ones or for yourself, this contest is definitely great for you. After all, who wouldn’t want to win prizes after shopping?

L’Oreal Paris is running its Beauty Countdown Contest from 1st November until 31st December 2014 —- that’s 10 weeks of Beauty Thrills! L’Oreal is giving away amazing daily and weekly prizes over the next 10 weeks to reward highest spenders! If you spend the most overall on L’Oréal Paris products by 31st December 2014, you’ll drive home our Grand Prize – a brand new car worth over RM100,000!

There are so many prizes at stake for L’Oreal Paris lovers:

Daily – RM100 worth of hamper x 3
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Weekly – Mystery Prize such as kitchen appliances and Poh Kong Jewellery
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GRAND PRIZE – A car worth over RM100,000
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(Image is only for reference – but this is quite a cute and cool car!)
SIMPLE STEPS ON HOW TO ENTER:
  1. Spend over RM20 on L’Oréal Paris products
  2. Log on to www.lorealbeautycountdown.com.my 
  3. Upload a photo of your receipt
  4. Answer the question: Which country does the brand L’Oreal Paris come from? 
  5. Accept the Terms and Conditions
  6. Press ENTER and you’re on your way to winning beautiful prizes!

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Shop more to increase your chances of winning and keep submitting your entries. Time to start filling up your shopping list with L’Oreal Paris products: lip colors, foundation, eye shadow, skincare, shampoo, conditioner, extraordinary oil…so many exciting products to choose from!

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Important:
This contest is open to all Malaysian residents older than 18 years of age as of 1st November 2014 with a valid MyKad and address in Malaysia.

For complete terms and conditions, click HERE






Lego City Police Truck for 5-12 Years Old

There’s just something about these tiny bricks that gets anyone of any age engaged and captivated.
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Visits to a LEGO shop always ends up with my son buying something. He just loves those bricks. And I am not surprised. I used to love those small things and I still do.
My son’s 5th birthday is next month and seeing the wonder and joy in his eyes while looking around the Lego shop at The Curve, I gave in to his desire to own a Lego City Police Truck. I don’t mind spending on these bricks once in a while (not weekly, please, okay, once in a month is fine). I see the good effects on my son’s creativity and patience when he started fixing Lego toys.

boy-fixing-lego-city-police-truck-toyEvery time he has a Lego to fix, my son would be so focused and concentrated with what he is doing. Look at how intense this session was! Right after waking up that morning (the day after we bought the new Lego City), he drank his milk and quickly headed on to his Lego table.
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With Lego toys, he learned how to follow step-by-step instructions. The good thing about Lego instruction manuals is that it is cleverly created for kids to analyze and understand. Lego bricks can easily develop skills in children that no ordinary toy can.
My son would spend an hour to concentrate and build his Lego toy. This is the only toy that can get him patiently focused in a time span of an hour or so. Of course, the iPad and arcade games can get him engaged that long but I’m happier to see him build something.

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And Voila! From just pieces and pieces of bricks, his Lego City police truck is soon done!
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I also love those cute little Lego people. They are so adorable.
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Well, I’m still young at heart. I got myself these lovely Lego Star Wars keychains: a Stormtrooper and Darth Vader! I think I’ll be collecting more with my son.

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LEGO Shop @ The Curve
Lot 168, First Floor, The Curve, Mutiara Damansara
Tel: +603 77328029
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I also noticed an online shop where you can order Lego toys:

Magic Eye 3D Museum in Thailand

Visiting Amazing Thailand soon? You gotta check out the 3D museum in Hatyai!

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My husband, my son and I had a holiday trip to HatYai, Thailand last month. Aside from seeing the elephants, we also took the time to visit the Magic Eye 3D Museum. Although it is a bit far from our hotel in HatYai, my husband rented a car and driver to bring us to the place. We heard that it’s really nice to visit this museum so we might as well check it out while we’re there.
The staff there were very friendly, I guess most places in HatYai have very friendly customer service staff. Food and drinks, by the way, are not allowed inside the hall so they politely asked us to leave them at the guest services. You also cannot wear shoes inside, of course, to help preserve the beauty and quality of the paintings as most of them are also on the floor. White socks are provided for customers.
If you’re planning to visit the museum, bring your fully charged camera phones, digital cameras or DSLRs. The museum is filled with amazing paintings and visuals, you will definitely spend an hour at least of taking photos at different angles. I was disappointed that I didn’t bring my DSLR with me so I had to make use of my phone. It’s not bad but I knew I could have done better, darn!
And here are some of the photos we took:

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My son is SpiderMan!

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Giant foot!

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Must be careful not to fall from this bridge

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My son got a chance to shake hands with Mona Lisa

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Where’s your milk?

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It was fun and, most important is, my son had a great time! So if you’re dropping by HatYai one of these days, be sure to include the Magic Eye Museum in your itinerary. Both selfie and non-selfie lovers will enjoy this place. Be creative and see how far your imagination and photography skills can take you!

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Opening Hours:
Daily between 09.00AM – 09.00PM
  
Services and Amenities: 
3D art Exhibition Hall, Cafe/Snack/Beverages, Souvenir shop, Photo shoot and small goods
Museum Features: 
More than 100 paintings in different themes – Camouflage, Aquarium, Wildlife, Classical art, Ice world, Surrealism , Zoo, Fantasia and etc.
Entrance Fees:
Tourist – Adult 400THB
Tourist – Child 300THB
Transfer Services and Fees (rates may change):
1. Transfer from Hotel in Hatyai City Center with charge of 100THB/roundtrip/person with minimum charge of 2persons
2. Transfer from Hatyai airport with charge 200THB/way /person with minimum charge of 2persons
3. Transfer from Songkhla city center with charge 300THB/way /person with minimum charge of 2persons
Remark: Please make reservations at least 1hour before departure.
PREPARATION BEFORE ENTRY:
1. Wear casual dress or comfortable clothes. This will help when you take photos. 2. Bring your own camera or smartphone but in case you forget, there are rental services at photo shop in the museum.
3. Take a look sample picture of how to do best pose when taking photos with painting. This will help you get realistic pictures.
4. Food and drinks are not allowed inside paining exhibition hall.
5. Guests are not allowed to wear shoes or slippers inside painting exhibition hall. Museum will provide socks.
Address:
1408 Kanjanavanich Rd.,
Hatyai Songkhla TH 90110
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China Glaze Nail Polish in ‘So Blue Without You’ Shade

Lovin’ my 2nd China Glaze nail polish in blue color 

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China Glaze has so many beautiful shades to choose from (pic from China Glaze website)

Doing my own pedicure and manicure somehow has a therapeutic effect on my very busy work and family life. I admit that it would be nice to always have time and money for regular visit to the nail salon but not all of us have the luxury, do we? So I often do my own nail service. I enjoy buying different nail colors and experimenting with them, most of the time on my toenails. Doing my manicure can be challenging as I do a lot of washing. It’s tough to maintain nail polish to be chip-free when you wash kids stuff regularly.

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I’ve purchased 2 China Glaze nail polish colors from Philippines when I went back home a few months ago. The green color is very nice and I love how different lighting changes the sheen of the polish (check my review HERE).
This time, I’ve tested the 2nd color – So Blue Without You – that is a metallic royal blue shade. And I had time to try it on my fingernails.
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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
Made in USA
Life after opening: 36 months
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I used it with my other nail care products:

Step 1 – Butter London Melt Away to clean up excess cuticle
Step 2 – Sally Hansen Hard as Nails Nail Hardener as base coat
Step 3 – China Glaze Blue Nail Polish
Step 4 – Sally Hansen Diamond Shine as top coat

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The color is flattering and it works well with my skin tone. I love the sheen of metallic colors as it plays around with lighting. Another good thing about China Glaze nail polishes is that it contains nail hardeners so it does help to make my nails less prone to chipping. It works together with my Sally Hansen Nail Hardener base coat.
You may also want to check out the China Glaze website as they feature hundreds of beautiful colors and you can even test it out virtually, too! That is so cool.
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China Glaze Virtual Nail Polish Color Studio (pic from China Glaze website)
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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.com for more information

Melvita and Women’s Weekly Anti-Aging Workshop

The battle against anti-aging is a never-ending challenge, isn’t it? So when The Malaysian Women’s Weekly announced an interesting workshop last August, I took the chance to learn more about anti-aging…
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The free Melvita skincare items in the goodie bag

It’s always interesting for me to attend beauty workshops. I find it worthwhile to discover latest products and to observe how consumers respond to what different beauty brands have to say during such events. It’s also amazing how thirsty we are for advice and knowledge when it comes to techniques, tips or secrets to combat the dreaded ‘a’ word…aging.
How did I acquire a seat for the workshop? The Malaysian Women’s Weekly announced the Anti-Aging session in its August magazine issue. For a minimal fee of RM30, you secure a seat to the workshop, which also comes with refreshments and goodie bag.
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The session was held at Lavender Bakery in 1 Utama, at the open air section, where we enjoyed the breeze of a cool morning. Before the session started, Melvita conducted this ‘spin the wheel’ mini-game to get something that addresses aging. I got a small packet of fresh raspberries. So cute.
Refreshments from Lavender were provided, together with a lovely bottle of Esprit Raspberry Sparkling Water. Don’t worry, what you see on my plate here isn’t all of it. I just chose to take a little amount of food.
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Workshop items such as sponge, wash bowl and mirror were provided for each guest. We got to sample and apply different anti-aging products from Melvita, ranging from cleansers to beauty oils.
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Some of the products tested at the workshop

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Melvita also introduced their latest skincare range, Bio-Excellence Naturalift, which consisted of 3 products: Youthful Day Cream, Youthful Night Cream and Eye Contour. These can be combined with other items such as beauty oils and floral water.
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Melvita Bio-Excellence Naturalift Skincare

This formula offers the protective and firming action of the bud complex, to smooth wrinkles and fine lines. It also contains shea butter, to nourish the skin, and the combination of rye, oat and hibiscus, which together redefine facial contours. The skin is deeply replenished and firmer; it appears visibly smoother.
I think this is a good product to try, especially for those who are looking for organic skincare solutions.  
The rich texture of this cream sinks gently into the skin, to nourish and moisturize throughout the night. In addition to the firming and protective action of the bud complex, which smoothens wrinkles and fine lines, this formula also contains nourishing shea butter, as well as evening primrose oil, known to help prevent skin ageing. These ingredients are combined with rye, oat and hibiscus, which help redefine facial contours, to provide intensive regenerating action.
For rejuvenating the skin overnight, it is good to have a night cream, which is normally a bit thicker than the usual moisturizer. This night cream has a lovely texture that is suitable for overnight skin recovery. I like the gentle scent, too.  
Formulated with the firming and protective bud complex, this eye cream is enriched with plankton – known for its draining properties, which help to reduce dark circles. It also contains rice powder, for a delicate powdery finish. Rye, oat and hibiscus provide complementary action, filling out wrinkles and fine lines.   
This cream has a light texture that doesn’t feel thick or heavy around the eyes. I guess with the rice powder ingredient, it leaves a nice powder finish so you have no risk of developing those oil seeds or milia.
  
The session ended with a Q&A game where 3 lucky guests bagged gift sets. Too bad I wasn’t listening carefully; I didn’t answer the question correctly, ha!
Ooohhh, and I enjoyed this yummy dessert!
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Overall, the workshop is fine and enjoyable, except for the set-up of the venue. The seating arrangement is too tight, squeezing in around 30 guests. Where I sat, in front, I had to keep asking other guests to stand up so I can access food. I can’t blame the other ladies who were probably rolling their eyes but they also can’t blame me. Well, it was a non-working day for me, I don’t want to be a bitch on a weekend, and so I just keep my cool. The table setting was also tight to conduct self-application of the products. I hope these points will be considered by brands when conducting workshops. Guests must have comfortable space for beauty sessions.
We were given a RM30 voucher to use at Melvita outlets, so it’s like giving back the workshop fee paid to reserve a seat. No worries, you can buy an item with this RM30, such as natural or organic body soaps.

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My beauty loot that day:
Organic Rose Floral Water 200ml – RM122.00
Certified organic and fair trade (EFT attested), our floral water is obtained by steam distillation of fresh Rosa damascena petals. Our unique extraction method enables us to obtain a floral water that is particularly rich in active ingredients, making it a naturally powerful formula. With its fresh, delicate scent, our floral water helps to combat dehydration and regenerate the skin.
I love this floral water. I’ve been using it for more than a month now and I’m enjoying the immediate hydration and convenience. It comes with a spray so I don’t really need to use cotton with it. I used to have reaction to rose products but this one proved to be safe for my skin. I spray it on my face in the morning, afternoon at work, and at night.  
  
Eye Contouring Avocado Oil 50ml – RM112.00
100% of the total ingredients from Organic Farming. Very rich in non-saponifiable components, avocado oil is obtained from the flesh of the persea gratissima fruit. An excellent natural anti-ageing treatment, this oil is recommended for dry and delicate skin. Extremely nourishing, it is recommended for the eye contour, the neck and for stretch marks, especially if used with shea butter, which contains non-saponifiables that are remarkably complementary.
I think it’s amazing that this product can be used on the eye, neck and body stretch marks. So I bought one for my mum-in-law. She’s enjoying the multi-function, too.
I also got myself these 2 soap bars:
Lavender Flowers Soap Bar 100g – RM20.00
Vegetable Soap Bar 100g – RM35.00
I am using the Lavender Flowers Soap Bar every morning. The light scent is just nice, unlike other lavender products that often have a strong aroma.
For an organic beauty brand, I think Melvita is worth a try. I signed up as a member as well to enjoy more privileges. My next purchase would probably be a brightening eye serum and another bottle of floral water. I’m now addicted to spraying rose water on my face every day.

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Membership card came with this adorable green beauty pouch that has print of bees inside

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flexWorkLife.my Empowers Women with Flexible Work Practices

Balancing time for family and career is never easy…but what if you can get the best of both worlds?

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I’ve always believed that women have the toughest jobs in the society. We work hard to build our careers, climb the corporate ladder, be the best of who we are and then we reach a point in our lives when we have to raise or take care of our family, being forced to make difficult choices between career accomplishment and nurturing the family. This applies not only to mothers but to women who will eventually have to choose between succeeding and allotting their time to take care of their aged parents. Women are always expected to be THE caretakers of the family and THE ones who have to sacrifice their jobs. And while men are accepted to have their ‘me’ time or time with their friends, women, more often than not, have to sacrifice all these in favor of time for the family. We sacrifice our time, our careers, our potentials to reach the peak of our success…and don’t even get me started with expectations to stay fit and beautiful after birth or as we age!


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I’ve been in the corporate work force for more than 10 years now and I’ve seen many women who had to make the painful choice of giving up their jobs for the sake of having more time for the family. I’m not saying that it’s wrong to choose family over career BUT it’s sad to see intelligent, results-driven individuals leave the organization where their skills and strengths can lead to more successes. It is a known fact; the long hours and demands of a job give us less time and strength to lead a balance between work and life.

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How to balance work and life if work eats up all of our time in a day?

It was a very interesting and enlightening afternoon when I encountered Urban Mom’s talk show in One Utama last weekend. Did you know that there’s an organization in Malaysia that recognizes the need among individuals to have a work-life balance? For the first time, I got acquainted with a portal named http://www.flexworklife.my, an organization that aims to build a network of employers and talents to optimise work-life integration while maximising work efficiency and enhancing employee engagement. The talkshow, “I Made A Career Comeback”, featured 2 women who experienced the challenge of giving up their career for a while and successfully managed to regain their fruitful careers. But the great news is, this time around, these 2 women have made a career comeback that gives them flexible working arrangements or flexible hours, giving them the work-life balance they need. Say what again??? Flexible hours? Work-life balance? These are possible?
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At the Urban Mom & flexWorkLife.my talkshow, “I Made a Career Comeback” (from left: 1. Ms. Salika Suksuwan, Head, Industry Partnerships, Talent Corporation Malaysia, 2. Ms. Nisa Hidayah, Talent Acquisition Specialist, Standard Chartered, 3. Ms. Pauline Teo, HR Analyst, BASF Asia-Pacific Service Centre Sdn Bhd, and host)
Women have strong potentials and capabilities to make significant contributions in building businesses and economies. But did you know that in Malaysia, the labour force participation rate of women is lower than neighboring countries like Singapore, Thailand, Vietnam and Indonesia?
And why do women stop working?
TOP 3 REASONS WOMEN LEAVE THE WORKFORCE:
1 – To raise a family
2 – Lack of Work-Life Balance
3 – To care for a family member
Source: Retaining Women in the Workplace, ACCA & TalentCorp, 2013

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Should it really be a choice between motherhood/family and work?

Good news is, women (and even men) who find it challenging to return to their careers after some time can now gain support from flexWorkLife.my and organizations who have recognized the need to retain women workers and talents in the workforce. More and more companies are now working towards providing the best working practices for women such as flexible working hours, working from home and even childcare centres at the workplace. I was happy to find out that established companies are now part of this drive to empower women. Here are some of the companies that have started providing flexibility in the workplace:
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Whether you are a job seeker or an employer, you will find a lot of support and benefits via flexWorkLife.my and the organizations that have started flexible work practices. There is even tax  incentives support for companies that practice parent-friendly working environment and efforts to retain women in the workforce. This is amazing. 
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Several times in my career, I did experience sacrificing my job to spend more time with my family, mainly my growing up son. It can be stressful and frustrating when a mother has to sacrifice family time for the sake of holding a job, making an income or working to succeed. Personally, I don’t believe that longer working hours directly translates to productivity (in the same way I don’t believe that those who work overtime are necessarily hardworking or efficient). Flexibility in the workplace is a smart, strategic concept if a company aims to maintain diversity, strong talents and, most of all, the significant value that women play in the organization.

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Of course, that day in One Utama wouldn’t end without my son shopping for something…well, he found something at Hamleys…

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