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Brighter Skin with Naturals By Watsons Blood Orange Bodycare

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Formulated with Organic Blood Oranges from France and Australian Kakadu Plums for radiant glowing skin

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Prolonged exposure to pollution, ultraviolet radiation and toxic chemicals can cause premature aging and other types of skin damage. In an endeavour to introduce innovative beauty essentials that will help restore beauty, Watsons Malaysia launched its latest Naturals by Watsons Blood Orange body range to help brighten dull complexion.


The Naturals by Watsons Blood Orange body range is formulated with certified organic Blood Oranges from France and Australian organic Kakadu Plums to enhance brightening by up to 50 times more than with the usual ingredients. Known for their distinctive health benefits, blood oranges contain high levels of vitamin C, about 40% more than regular sweet oranges. Also, Australian Pure Kakadu Plum is the world’s richest natural source of vitamin C, which makes it an excellent ingredient in skincare products.


The complete organic product range offers four exclusive skin solutions that include – Shower Gel, Body Lotion, Hand Cream and Body Scrub. Naturals by Watsons Blood Orange body products appeal to women and men who are in their 20s and above, looking for reasonable yet natural products that are filled with anti-oxidising properties.


“Filled with antioxidants, Vitamin C is the most essential nutrient to repair tissues and protect our skin. With Naturals by Watsons Blood Orange, Watsons has combined the two most powerfully infused vitamin C ingredients– Blood Orange and Kakadu Plum to provide you with an effective shield against skin discolouration, and to improve skin elasticity and texture. I’m sure those of us who are looking for organic skincare solutions will definitely look forward to using the new Blood Orange line for smooth, supple and glowing skin,” said actress Sarah Lian at the launch event held at Aloft Kuala Lumpur Sentral.

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Group photos of Glowing Personalities, Malaysia Top Models, Style Magazine Editorial team & Watsons Management team 

The launch was celebrated with an exclusive poolside party organised in partnership with Style: magazine, which brought various renowned Malaysian celebrities including Sazzy Falak, Vanessa Chong, Pamela Chong, Jun Yong and Atilia Haron together to share their beauty and health regimes with the audience. Actress and TV host Sazzy Falak staged a glamorous fashion show while a unique Naturals by Watsons Blood Orange therapy and workshop was arranged to pamper the invited guests.


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Hand massage by Watsons Beauty Advisor using Naturals by Watsons Blood Orange body care

“To maintain flawless beauty is always a challenge when you have a jam-packed schedule. Hence, I make sure to maintain a healthy diet which always includes vitamin C for its numerous benefits and opt for natural beauty products that do not have harmful effects. I believe Naturals by Watsons Blood Orange solutions are one of a kind that has been designed with natural goodness and can certainly help maintain youthful radiant skin,” explained Vanessa Chong. 

All Naturals by Watsons Blood Orange body range solutions are free from paraben, mineral oil, silicone, sodium lauryl sulphate and colourants, substances that have harmful side effects and can cause health problems.
“This is definitely a plus point since I can get pure natural products without worrying about the chemicals that will deteriorate my skin. The Naturals by Watsons Blood Orange line is truly a blessing for those who are looking for products that work best to fit their healthy lifestyle,” added Atilia Haron.

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Group photo of Watsons Management team & Malaysia Top Models holding Naturals by Watsons – Blood Orange Body Care products
Caryn Loh, Watsons Malaysia General Manager of Trading, Jessica Ng, Watsons Malaysia Marketing & Development Director, and Danny Hoh, Watsons Malaysia Marketing Controller, joined the celebrities on stage at the launch ceremony.


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Full range product of Naturals by Watsons French Blood Orange Collection – Shower Gel, Body Scrub, Body Lotion & Hand Cream

The Naturals by Watsons Blood Orange range will be available at selected Watsons stores from September onwards at the following prices: 
RM19.90 for Shower Gel (490ml)
RM23.90 for Body Lotion (490ml)
RM12.90 for Hand Cream (60ml)
RM19.90 for Body Scrub (200g)

Elianto Online Beauty Shopping now available!

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Great beauty deals at your fingertips…shopping online is so good!
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Online shopping is a good companion for my beauty needs. Aside from the convenience of having beauty products delivered at my preferred address, I also enjoy the feeling of receiving a parcel like a ‘surprise’. Most of the time, prices combined with promos online make beauty products such a steal!
I recently discovered that elianto now has an online shop and I was tempted to try their website. Like a lot of you, I’ve known elianto mainly for its wide range of nail colors and colorful cosmetics. Have you seen their eyeshadow color palettes and refills? They have beautiful, popping colors that are great for those who love to put on different colors every day.
Elianto’s online shop caters to various beauty needs:
Skincare
Makeup
Nail Care
Fragrance
Body Care
Hair Care
Accessories

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We all love makeup, don’t we? You’ll be happy to see elianto’s selection of makeup items. They have very affordable lip colors. And if you’ve seen my review or heard about elianto’s new brilliant riche transfer-proof lip colors, you can also buy it online (and it’s only RM25 per tube!).
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Skincare items are also available for ordering online. Love anti-aging products? You’d be happy to hear that elianto’s anti-aging range, Youth Compact for lifting and wrinkle reduction, has attractive offers online.
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You can now buy nail polishesat the convenience of looking at more colors while sitting down on your sofa, lazing on the bed or having coffee at a shop.
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DELIVERY Charges are reasonable. For West Malaysia, you’ll enjoy FREE delivery with orders above RM80. For East Malaysia, you’ll enjoy FREE delivery with orders above RM150. Minimum purchase for free delivery is a bit higher than Luxola but you can easily reach these amounts if you’re also buying bodycare and skincare items. Or you can combine orders with your friends.
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PAYMENT methods accepted by elianto
•   Debit Cards
ELIANTO accepts Visa and MasterCard Debit Cards where subject to bank availability. All data submitted will be protected in accordance with our Privacy Policy.
•   Online Banking
Online banking transfers are accepted from: AmBank, Bank Islam, CIMB Bank, Hong Leong Bank, Maybank, Public Bank, RHB.
•   PayPal – my personal preferred payment method
ELIANTO also accepts payment through Paypal

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I decided to make my first order a few weeks ago. I picked a Feather Lite Airbrush foundation, Celestial 2-in-1 Eyeliner in gold and Celeste 2-in-1 Eyeliner in white.
I’m very happy with the speedy delivery. I made my order on a Monday evening, and by Wednesday afternoon, I already received my parcel! Delivery to PJ within 2 days is great!

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The delivery packaging is also good. The products are carefully wrapped in bubble pack. This way, you’re sure the products are protected from shock and certain amount of heat. Elianto’s products have tamper-proof seal as well.
So if you love beauty products at an affordable price, if you love having the feeling of ‘surprise’, or if you’re busy and you need the convenience of shopping quickly and efficiently, try shopping at www.elianto.biz
You’d love their promos and deals, too! Happy online shopping, everyone!
Stay connected to Elianto via their Facebook page:
https://www.facebook.com/eliantoMalaysia

Salvatore Ferragamo Signorina Bath & Shower Gel

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Stepping out of the bathroom engulfed in lovely scent is always delightful

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For the past years, my shower routine has been accompanied by shower gel brands that are well known for body care, probably the same as what you ladies also use. I enjoy bathing in fragrant foam that leaves the skin soft, smooth and smelling good. But at the same time, I also need to watch out for products that tend to over dry my skin.
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Salvatore Ferragamo, the Italian fashion brand that I’ve known for luxury bags and shoes, launched the sexy fragrance Signorina in 2011. The name or word ‘Signorina’ is an Italian courtesy title for an unmarried woman, which can be used alone or before a name. It is used to address a lady as a sign of respect or endearment, for example, someone would address me as Signorina Celeste, if I was still single, haha! Pretty cool and romantic, huh? The right pronunciation for ‘Signorina’ is sin-yo-ri-na, with the ‘gn’ sounding as ‘ny’.

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Salvatore Ferragamo
Signorina
Bath & Shower Gel
200ml 6.8fl.oz.

I haven’t tried the perfume yet but I was elated when I received the Salvatore Ferragamo Signorina shower gel as a present. Well, who doesn’t love any designer brand item?
The Signorina shower gel comes in a soft pink box, sealed in transparent plastic. For photography purposes, I removed the plastic cover in this photo. The name Signorina is embossed and glossed in black against the soft pink box color. This style and design for the packaging made it very simple yet classy and elegant, a representation of what a ‘signorina’ should be.

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The shower gel bottle is sexy. I loved the simple but stylish bottle design for this bath item. The plastic bottle is transparent, revealing the light golden yellow color of the gel. It is topped by a soft pink, round screw cap, which replicates the soft pink tone of the box. Isn’t that a cute piece?
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I use it with a bath lily to bathe. Of course, you have the option to simply pour it in your hand and lather all over your body but I’m the type who loves the feeling of gentle scrubbing with a sponge or my favorite bath lily (this pink  one is from The Body Shop at only RM15, I think).
How was it? Unbelievably captivating. The scent leaves you wanting to bathe again. I personally love floral scents, especially those that are blended with jasmine notes. With this shower gel, a little goes a long way when used with bath lily. The foam forms well to cleanse the skin properly. Leave it on your body for 2-3 minutes and smell the scent after rinsing. Ooohhh, soooo good.
I’ve been using it for a week now and another good news is I didn’t have an adverse reaction, which I often experience when using shower gels with intense or lasting scents. The Signorina shower gel is a great shower companion. I must consider buying the perfume version once I finish (or when I’m about to finish) my Valentina EDP, another fragrance addiction I have at the moment.
Ah, look at the EDP version of Salvatore Ferragamo Signorina here…beautiful.
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The Body Shop Honey and Beeswax Hand and Foot Butter

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Lovin’ this butter on my skin;  it’s a great body moisturizer especially at night  

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Here are 2 of my The Body Shop favorites at the moment: Spa Wisdom Hand & Foot butter and my Chocomania Lip Butter. But today I’m just talking about the hand and foot butter.

Nowadays, I really pay attention to moisturizing not just my face and neck but also my body. Aging takes its toll on other parts of the body, too, so I must make sure that I try to get most of it taken care of well.

I do suffer from flaky arms and legs once in a while, mostly because I’m lazy or rushing during the day to apply lotion after bathing. I only have enough time to do this at night, before going to sleep. I’ve been using body butters before going to sleep because it works well in moisturizing the skin overnight, especially since we sleep in an air-conditioned room. 

Thanks to The Butterfly Project, Tammy, Illy and the rest of the sisters, I received this Honey and Beeswax Hand & Foot Butter during one of our activities as an Instagram contest prize, together with other stuff. Yay!  

The Body Shop
SPA Wisdom Africa
Price: RM75 for 125ml
Made in Thailand
Life after opening: 12 months 

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This butter comes in a transparent jar with airtight cover, making sure it is protected and will last longer. The jar reminds me of food container and I know that I can recycle the jar after I finish the product. Nice reusable packaging.

I love the butter texture that spreads easily on the skin. Since it is a body ‘butter’, it definitely leaves a film of butter moisture so I won’t recommend this if you’re going out on a sunny day, unless you have ultra dry skin. But this is perfect for night use and you’ll wake up to smoother, softer skin all over your body. 

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Feels and smells great on the skin!
Give it one sniff and you’ll fall in love with the serene, sweet scent. It’s actually delicious, like something I can eat (well, I restrained myself from attempting to). I apply it at night on my arms, elbows, legs, knees, feet and on my son’s feet. It’s so easy to fall in love with this butter!  

What The Body Shop says:
Pamper your hard-working hands and feet with rich hydration from an intensive moisturizing treatment with skin softening ximenia oil from Africa that will leave skin feeling soft, supple and subtly scented with our traditional Spa Wisdom™ Africa fragrance. Particularly effective on hardworking hands and feet or any very dry areas such as elbows and knees. Best for all skin types, particularly those with very dry skin.

This rich, buttery cream is inspired by African tribal spa rituals. It cares for hardworking hands and feet, and dry elbows and knees.
  • Moisturises
  • Leaves skin feeling soft and smooth
  • Ideal for hands, feet, elbows and knees 

The HEART Inside
Our Community Fair Trade beeswax is sourced from Guide D’Espoir in Cameroon. We work with Guide D’Espoir (meaning “Guiding Hope) because they produce some of the highest quality beeswax in Cameroon, have a strong commitment to ethical and fair trade principles and are also investing in the development of the beekeepers and their associated communities. Our trade helps provide regular employment and fair wages to approximately 1,000 beekeepers, and so benefits their household members and dependents too: about 10,000 people in total! To find out more, visit our Community Fair Trade section. We source our Community Fair Trade honey from Bezamar in Ethiopia. The honey is made in the Bale Eco-Region, where hives are handcrafted from locally grown bamboo. The raw comb is harvested and the honey is separated, filtered and tested for quality. These traditional methods promote strong, healthy bees and deter logging. To find out more, visit our Community Fair Trade section.  

Where to buy:
All The Body Shop outlets nationwide

Stay connected with The Body Shop Malaysia, visit their FB page at:
Or visit their online shopping portal for convenient and easy beauty shopping at:http://www.thebodyshop.com.my 

   

Egyptian Magic Cream – Why do celebrities and models love this?

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There must be a good reason why this cream seems to be the rave of a lot of Hollywood celebrities and models…but I have to try it for myself
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Is it really possible for 1 cream to solve concerns on the body, face, lips, eyes and hair? I’ve heard of all-purpose cream for making salads and desert, or all-purpose flour for pancakes but an all-purpose skin cream? Hmmm, this is new to me.
My first question was, why “Egyptian”? I checked the jar, it is not made in Egypt; it’s actually made in the USA. The answer lies in the rich, influential history of the Egyptians when it comes to body care and skin care. The Egyptians are probably the most abundant in ancient practices for beauty and cosmetics. As early as the time of the pyramids or even before that, the ancient Egyptians used soaps that contain olive oil for their cleansing rituals. They also used honey to moisturize their skin and protect it from the arid climate. The scorching heat of the sun and windswept sands caused a lot of skin problems and infections for them so the Egyptians put very high importance to skincare regimen. And men even rubbed oils on their hair to fight baldness and promote hair growth!

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There is no doubt that the rituals of ancient Egyptians still apply as reliable science for skincare today. The use of certain oils and honey are very beneficial to the skin and even hair. Isn’t it amazing how the ancient tradition still is a relevant practice at this age and time?

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6 Natural yet Powerful Ingredients inside Egyptian Magic Cream

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And so I opened my Natta Cosme box containing a carefully-bubble-wrapped Egyptian Magic Cream. The box itself is filled with paper shredding to absorb impact and protect the product from shock. It also contained tip cards indicating how to use the cream and more information.

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I excitedly unwrapped and unsealed my new Egyptian Magic Cream, looking forward to know what the celebrities are raving about. The cream itself reminds me of petroleum jelly, but the Magic Cream is more solid and not very sticky like the former. The color is of light yellow wax, without fragrance or scent. It just smells of clean, fresh oil.

How do you use it?
Step 1 – Scoop out the balm
Step 2 – Gently rub the balm on your palm
Step 3 – Apply on desired area
Just to show you how the product looks like (I didn’t rub on my palm), I scooped a small amount onto the back of my hand here. At first, the product itself seems very solid but once it gets in contact with the heat of your fingers, it will melt naturally. 

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Upon rubbing it onto the skin, here you can see that my hand has a film of moisture. The Egyptian Magic Cream is a great solution to those with dry, chapped hands. I’m the type of person who constantly needs hand cream, especially after washing my hands or the dishes or any activity that involves getting my hands wet. My hands easily get dry but applying this magic cream on my hands at night before going to sleep does magic!
  
Of course I gotta try it on my legs, too! Since it claims that it can be used on the body, I have to test it. I also tend to have dry skin on my legs and it can get very itchy and uncomfortable. But applying EMC on my legs calms down the discomfort and moisturizes my skin well. If you apply it during the day in this tropical weather, it might feel a bit oily so I use it at night before I sleep. We use air conditioner in our room so I really need to apply body lotion to bed. And the Egyptian Magic Cream does a great job in keeping my legs (and arms) hydrated through the night.

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I also apply it on my son’s feet before he sleeps and it makes his feet even more kissable!

You can try applying it on your face, too. The Egyptian Magic Cream provides an instant hydration and gives the skin a healthy glow. Here I applied it on my face right after washing. No toner, no serums, no moisturizer. Just the magic cream. Make sure you just apply a thin film. 

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Left: Right after washing, no skincare
RIGHT: With Egyptian Magic Cream on bare face
I didn’t need much convincing to understand why celebrities and models love this product. It’s really amazing, I discovered 8 great benefits from the Egyptian Magic Cream:
  1. It’s multi-purpose! You can apply it on

    2. a.     Eye area
    b.     Lips
    c.      Neck
    d.     Arms
    e.     Legs
    f.      Hands
    g.     Feet
    h.     Hair
    i.   Face
  2. It contains all-natural healing ingredients. Olive oil + honey + royal jelly + beeswax + bee pollen + propolis in 1 balm.
  3. It’s a great moisturizer, making it a powerful anti-aging balm that works on several areas of the body and face.
  4. It can be used on children, too!
  5. It’s a travel companion. Since you can use it on almost everywhere on the body and you can use it on your kids, it’s simply convenient to bring the Egyptian Magic Cream with you.
  6. If you love to go swimming, it’s a great after-sun lotion to soothe the skin and sunburns.
  7. It simply works it magic. You’ll wake up to hydrated skin in the morning.
  8. It gives dry hair an instant shine. 
Some tips:
  • If you plan to use on different parts of the body, you might want to separate the balm into few containers, probably a small jar for eye area, a mini jar for the lips, a jar for face, a jar for hair use, and a jar for body.
  • For optimized results, dab appropriate amount on the area and follow with gentle massage to allow the balm to be absorbed faster into your skin.
So who are some of the celebrities who swear by the benefits of the Egyptian Magic Cream?

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Where to get this multi-purpose magic cream?
Natta Cosme at www.nattacosme.com
Price: RM125 (around USD39) for 118ml / RM89.90 (around USD28) for 59ml

Why you should buy from Natta Cosme:
Money-back guarantee within 14 days! When you order your EMC (Egyptian Magic Cream), it will arrive with a FREE 3ml sachet for you to try first. If you’re not happy, just send back the unopened jar and Natta Cosme will refund your money (excluding postage fees).

Natta Cosme at www.nattacosme.com
Egyptian Magic All-Purpose Skin Cream “The People’s Choice” is made with the following pure ingredients: olive oil, bees wax, honey, bee pollen, royal jelly, bee propolis and Divine love. Gynecologists, plastic surgeons, homeopathic physicians, chiropractors from all over the world sell Egyptian Magic All-Purpose Skin Cream “The People’s Choice.”
Surveys show that about 35% of the clients using Egyptian Magic All-Purpose Skin Cream “The People’s Choice” had eczema and psoriasis. When they found that conventional skin creams could not solve their problems, these clients turned to natural health food stores and to their delight discovered Egyptian Magic All-Purpose Skin Cream “The People’s Choice.”
Egyptian Magic All-Purpose Skin Cream “The People’s Choice” is today’s all-purpose skin cream of choice, recommended and used because of its all-natural pure super healing ingredients and its phenomenal results. Even pharmaceutical companies secretly acknowledged that products derived from all pure natural living sources are better than those products derived from chemicals. Today, scientists in the Amazon are finding the most powerful solutions from the rain forest.

Father’s Day Gifts and Deals from L’Occitane

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Father’s Day is approaching fast! Have you found a gift for the special man in your life?


Just a quick post to share the special offers from L’Occitane. Well, I love their products and have reviewed a few skincare items. Which reminds me, I should grab that Almond Milk Concentrate one of these days. I’ve tried the sachet sample and I just love the texture and scent!

Okay, back to Father’s Day. L’Occitane has body care products for men and here are some great gift ideas from L’Occitane. What’s even better, you can order it online and enjoy FREE shipping with purchase above RM200! Why not surprise the special father with a delivery direct to home or office? By the way, they have FREE gift wrapping service, too!

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Gift for Dad – The Vert & Bigarade Set at RM135 (worth RM165) includes shower gel, soap, mini EDT and a pouch

Gift for Dad – Sophisticated L’Occitane Set at RM175 (worth RM204) includes shower gel, roll-on deodorant, shaving gel and a pouch

L’Occitane also has GWP or gift with purchase deals available online. These make it even more tempting to buy presents at www.loccitane.com.my 

Get a FREE Almond Shower Oil, Almond Delicious Hands and an Aromachologie Body Lotion when you purchase above RM380. Receive an additional Almond Milk Concentrate and a premium bath duo when you purchase above RM550. All while stocks last so hurry if you like these gifts!

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To all the fathers and fathers to-be, happy father’s day! May you shine light and wisdom to your children and make this world a better place!



Neutrogena Ultra Sheer Dry-Touch Sunblock SPF50 Product Review

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Looking for a sunblock that is clear, light and non-sticky?

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I am very cautious of being exposed to the sun. My colleagues and friends would sometimes tease me of being a ‘candle princess’ or someone who would melt under the sun. But my experience as a brand manager for skincare products, which also included sunblock brands, has given me sufficient knowledge of how the sun’s UV rays can damage the skin in various ways. It’s actually not the darkening that I’m concerned of but premature aging that can lead to wrinkles and other conditions, uneven pigmentation and, worst of all, the possibility of developing skin cancer.
Applying sunblock is part of my daily routine, right before I apply makeup. As such, it is important that I use a product that does not leave a white film because this will mess up how my foundation color turns out. The problem with a lot of sunblock products is that ‘white film’ and the sticky, heavy feel that it leaves on the skin.
I tried the Neutrogena® Ultra Sheer Dry-Touch Sunblock SPF50+ PA+++. The name “ultra sheer dry-touch” makes it catchy. I find this a good choice because it indicates that it can be used for face and body. What some of us might forget when applying sunblock is including our arms. Remember that while driving or riding in a car, our arms get exposed to sunlight through the car windows. Don’t be surprised but some UV rays can penetrate glass.
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Neutrogena® Ultra Sheer Dry-Touch Sunblock tube is nicely packed in a clear, plastic box. The tube opening is sealed with foil to preserve the life of the product itself.
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Neutrogena Ultra Sheer Sunblock tube with foil seal
This sunblock really has ultra sheer and dry-touch properties. Even if the product color is milky white, it turns to clear, unnoticeable color when rubbed on the skin.
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Neutrogena Ultra Sheer Sunblock cream is white in color (before rubbing) 
 

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The white cream spreads easily with a sheer, dry finish

I have another sunblock that leaves a white film on the skin. I depend on my foundation to balance the color on my face when applying this one.
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Other sunblock brand which is also white in color
 

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This other brand leaves a white film after application 

Here you’ll see that this brand ‘X’ leaves a white film and looks sticky. But thank goodness Neutrogena Ultra Sheer Sunblock does the opposite.
When applied on my face, you’ll see that you can barely see the difference between with and without sunblock in terms of my skin tone. Because Neutrogena Sunblock is sheer and dry to the touch, my face looks the same before and after.        
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LEFT: Before applying Neutrogena Ultra Sheer Sunblock

RIGHT: After applying Neutrogena Ultra Sheer Sunblock
How to use:
Every morning after clear lotion or essence, massage evenly over face, neck and arms, apply 15-30 minutes before sun exposure. When going swimming or activities with long exposure to sunlight, apply the sunblock on your body including the legs and re-apply frequently to maintain protection.
Price:
RM39.90 for 88ml – available at Watsons and other leading pharmacies
What I love about this sunblock:
  • Ultra sheer or no white film on my face
  • Non-shiny finish
  • Dry to the touch, non-sticky
  • High SPF50 but still feels light
  • Broad spectrum UVA/ UVB
  • Allows easy application of makeup
  • Both for face and body use
  • Reasonable price for a multi-use sunblock (you wouldn’t want to use an expensive sunblock meant for the face on your arms, right)

Are you protected from the sun’s UV rays? If not yet, Neutrogena® Ultra Sheer Dry-Touch Sunblock SPF50+ PA+++ is worth a try. It’s great for daily use, great for outdoor activities, works well with makeup and affordable!
Neutrogena® Ultra Sheer Dry-Touch Sunblock SPF50+ PA+++ is a breakthrough in sun protection. Stabilized with HelioplexTM, it provides superior balanced broad-spectrum protection against skin-aging UVA and burning UVB rays, and combines it with Dry Touch technology for an ultra-light, non-shiny finish. This lightweight sunblock has a light fresh scent and is gentle enough for sensitive skin.
This sunblock is:
Waterproof, sweatproof, resists rub-off
Non-comedogenic (won’t clog pores)
Oil-free and PABA free
Like Neutrogena Malaysia Facebook page for updates, tips, news and contests: http://www.facebook.com/myneutrogena

Elianto Colla White Beauty Drink Product Review

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Elianto now has a beauty drink to make the skin firmer and healthier
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I haven’t been taking beauty drinks or supplements for the past years. I know I should, especially for someone like me who has reached the age range of ‘30s’. One of the important things I learned from managing skincare brands is the 3-tier of healthy, youthful skin: Lifestyle + Skincare + Diet and Supplements.
I recently tried the new Elianto Colla White beverage mix containing good ingredients that are recognized around the world for their health and beauty benefits.
What are the key ingredients inside this beauty drink?
Glutathione is an important antioxidant in plants and animals. It is considered as one of the best anti-aging supplements and it also treats a lot of health conditions and diseases.
http://www.best-anti-aging-secrets.com/glutathione.html
It has been popular as an ingredient in beauty products as it may also help in lightening the skin tone. 
Collagen is a type of protein that works with other components in the body to make the skin firm, smooth and resilient. As we age, our collagen production within the body declines, which results to sagging skin. This is why it is very important to eat foods that assist in the production of collagen and include collagen in our daily supplement as well.
http://health.howstuffworks.com/skin-care/problems/treating/naturally-boost-collagen.htm
I’m sure you’ve noticed the popularity of collagen drinks for the past few years. This is because collagen is very important in keeping healthy and youthful skin.
Hyaluronic Acid is a naturally occurring element within our body, like collagen and glutathione. As a beauty ingredient, hyaluronic acid benefits every skin type. It aids in increasing skin hydration and elasticity and may also repair sun damage.
https://alwayshealthyliving.com/benefits-of-hyaluronic-acid-for-skin/
http://blog.doctoroz.com/oz-experts/why-you-should-care-about-hyaluronic-acid
Olive Leaf Extractboosts the health of the skin. It serves as an antioxidant to protect healthy cells from oxidation and it also benefits general well-being of the body.
http://oliveleafextractsite.com/
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THE PACKAGING
Elianto Colla White beverage mix comes in individual sachets neatly arranged in a box. The sachets make it convenient for travel and easy to use. You can easily tuck it in your handbag to drink within the day. I just hope it came with a small cut on 1 side for easier tearing instead of using scissors to cut it open.
The ingredients and contents are well indicated on the box. But for the benefit of more consumers, I think it would be great if the benefits of the main ingredients are indicated: glutathione, collagen, olive extract and hyaluronic acid. I’ve managed skincare brands and supplements before so I am familiar but some consumers may be quite new to these, especially glutathione.
HOW DO YOU DRINK IT?
Instruction on the box says: Dissolve in 200ml water (room temperature) and top up with ice cube. BUT I find it quite hard to dissolve it simply in water by normal stirring. During my first few days, I followed the procedure of dissolving it in water.
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I received a tip to use a shaker instead and it worked better. So I recommend that you pour the contents of the sachet into 100ml of room temperature water. Shake the shaker for maybe 20 times then add another 100ml of cold water, if you like cold drinks like me. You have the option to shake it in 200ml of water then add ice cubes but I find it troublesome so I just do a simpler way.
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You only need to take it ONCE a day, which is great, an hour before or after meal. 
THE TASTE
The taste is good, very citrusy and easy to drink. It’s just like any fruit juice and it’s good that this beverage mix doesn’t have any medicinal taste to it. It comes as very natural.
THE RESULT
I do notice a wonderful change on my complexion. My skin is clearer and brighter. It feels healthier and firmer. Another great thing is that my skin is more balanced; I don’t have oiliness on areas where I used to continuously remove excess shine and retouch my foundation. My skin looks and feels better.

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Elianto Colla White beverage mix is a healthy beauty solution to combat aging and to improve complexion. Within 2 weeks, I noticed that my skin looks healthier, brighter and firmer. My daily makeup looks better as my skin has become a smoother canvas to absorb skincare and makeup.  
About Colla White
Beverage Mix with Collagen & Hytolive
Mixture with Collagen, Glutathione, Olive Extract and Hyaluronic Acid
INGREDIENTS
Malto dextrine, fish collagen, berries juice extract (wild berry), glutathione, silicates, citric acid, olive extract, sucralose, hyaluronic acid, flavor and food conditioner
Certified Halal
Formulated in Japan
Made in Malaysia
Price: RM99 for 15 sachets x 20g
Where to buy: Elianto outlets or via Elianto’s e-store at
http://www.elianto.biz/colla-white-beverage-mix-with-collagen-hytolive

Antabax Announces Winner for The Amazing Spider-Man 2 Contest

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Antabax, Official Sponsor of The Amazing Spider-Man 2 Sends Lucky Winner To New York to Live Like Spider-Man
Money-Can’t-Buy Experience Valued at RM50,000

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Antabax, the trusted and innovative antibacterial personal care range is the official sponsor of The Amazing Spider-Man 2: Rise of Electro in Malaysia, and one lucky user has been rewarded with a money-can’t- buy experience valued at 
RM50,000 to live like Spider-Man in New York!

This is believed to be the first time that a Malaysian antibacterial personal care range has become the official sponsor of a major Hollywood superhero franchise.

According to Lam Soon Edible Oils Sdn Bhd Household and Personal Care Division General Manager Francis Ng, the similarities between Antabax and the Amazing Spider-Man added a new dimension to the sponsorship.

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“While Spider-Man is committed to fight crime, Antabax is committed to fight germs and to protect and care for users. Spider-Man and Antabax are both young yet have appeal and impact for the greater good. It is a great partnership as it works on many levels. Response from the public has confirmed that this is a sponsorship that works for us,” Mr Ng said.

The brand which was introduced in 2004 is now among the leading antibacterial personal care ranges in Malaysia, and is known for constantly innovating in terms of products and marketing.

“This is our first sponsorship of an international movie, and Antabax has more exciting activities planned to keep up with our users’ active lifestyles,” said Mr Ng.

More than 300 guests attended a special advanced screening of The Amazing Spider-Man 2: The Rise of Electro at TGV 1 Utama, including Antabax’s business partners, staff, contest winners and media. 
  
The tie-up with Antabax was a first for Sony Pictures as well. “Sony Pictures is thrilled to work with Antabax, the official sponsor and partner for the highly-anticipated iconic series, The Amazing Spider-Man 2: Rise of Electro, which will hit Malaysian cinemas on May 1, 2014. Partnering with a personal care brand for the first time is a new and unique experience for us at Sony Pictures and one we believe will inspire fans and consumers alike to understand that great power brings great responsibilities, In celebrating the history of Spidey and the battles won, previous Spider-Man films has also been played on Astro AXN Channel 701 this month,” said Mr Lawrence Ng, Director, Channel Advertising Sales, AXN 
Networks Malaysia Sdn Bhd.


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Antabax’s The Amazing Spider-Man 2 promotional activities went viral with thousands of online users participating in a contest for premiere screening tickets, and for the chance to live like their favorite web-slinging superhero in New York. Product giveaways, Spidey movie marathons, mascot appearances at malls and special product promotions have created major buzz around Antabax.

The lucky winner who will get to live like Spider-Man in New York for five nights at the filming location of the Amazing Spider-Man 2 is Mr Wong Chee Wing, a 34-year old property agent, who will be skilled at a top secret training academy to master Spidey’s super skills. He will work with elite trainers to learn a blend of Parkour, Capoeira, acrobatics and stunt work. Once trained, he will have the opportunity to head to the streets of New York to demonstrate his Amazing Spider-Man skills in Times Square. And yes, there will be a video of his adventures.

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“I’ve always loved Spider-Man and I’ve been using Antabax for years, so when I saw the contest online, I went all out to win by working hard on the slogan. I’ve never been to New York before and I look forward to making Antabax and Malaysia proud when I get to live like Spider-Man!” Mr Wong said.

His winning slogan of  ‘With 24-hour 99.9% antibacterial protection & Derma Protect System moisturisation; Antabax gives me Spider-Man’s confidence; with health and beauty assurance’ impressed judges as best capturing how Antabax could protect the winner during the trip to New York.

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The second and third place winners are En Ahmad Izuandy, 33, from Grik, Perak and Ms Leeanne Siong, a 21-year old student from Petaling Jaya. They each won RM1,000 and an Antabax product hamper.

To find out more about Antabax please visit http://www.facebook.com/NewAntabax 


New NATURALS by WATSONS Argan Oil BODY & HAIR CARE Range

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Infused with ECOCERT certified organic argan oil from Morocco, avocado oil and wheat germ oil for intense revitalisation of your skin and hair


Nowadays, there are so many hair care and body care products that promise good results. Being a beauty junkie, I’ve tried a lot of different brands; I have discovered good ones and bad ones along the way. It’s always interesting to explore new and revolutionary products, specially the ones that aim to provide healthier solutions to every woman’s beauty concerns.
I am excited to talk about the launch of a new body and hair care range that aims to restore beauty without harmful chemical ingredients. Introducing the best of Mother Nature, Watsons Malaysia launched its latest innovation Naturals by Watsons Argan oil body and hair care range, infused with Morocco’s miracle beauty elixir argan oil, avocado oil and wheat germ oil to revitalise your skin and hair.

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Full range products of Naturals by Watsons – Argan Body & Hair Care
The Naturals by Watsons Argan oil body and hair product range are formulated with ECOCERT certified organic argan oil which is rich in essential fatty acids and provides necessary nutrition and protection to nourish body and hair roots to tip. It also consists of Soil Association certified organic avocado oil and wheat germ oil to help heal dry skin and strengthen hair while restoring hair’s natural shine.
The complete organic product range offers four skin and four hair solutions that include– Shower Gel, Body Lotion, Hand Cream, Body Scrub, Shampoo, Conditioner, Hair Mask and Hair Oil. Naturals by Watsons Argan oil body and hair products appeal to women and men who are in their 20s and above, looking for reasonable yet natural products that will enhance their beauty.

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Product experience sharing session by celebritiesFrom left: Emcee Magdalene; Celebrity Host Reem Shawa & Megan Tan
Speaking at the launch event, celebrity hosts Reem Shahwa and Megan Tan shared their beauty regimen and how natural products can further boost individual’s appearance.
“Being the leader in health and beauty in Malaysia, Watsons Malaysia is always looking for proven beauty essentials that will provide long-term solution for our customers. Naturals by Watsons Argan oil body and hair care range is a true discovery since it consists of pure natural ingredients such as Argan oil, also known as ‘liquid gold’ in Morocco. Made from the nuts of the Argan tree, which grows almost exclusively in Morocco, the oil is said to have restorative and age-defying effects, high in vitamin E and essential fatty acids that can heal dry skin, damaged hair among other benefits,” said Reem Shahwa.
“As an actress, my hectic schedule takes quite a toll on my hair and skin. With Naturals by Watsons Argan oil body and hair products, I’ve found the secret to keep my skin and hair healthy and invigorated. I’ve always been inclined towards products that are natural and does not have harmful effect, Watsons Argan oil body and hair care range is absolutely fantastic as its organic properties provide nutrients your skin deserves,” explained Megan Tan. 
All Naturals by Watsons Argan oil body and hair solutions are free from paraben, mineral oil, silicone, sodium lauryl sulphate and colorant free which have harmful side effects and can cause health problems.

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Hand massage by Watsons Brand Advisor 
 “The Naturals by Watsons Argan oil body and hair products are tested to meet high standards, but never tested on animals giving our consumers more reasons to purchase a truly natural product range,” added Megan Tan.


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The official launch of Naturals by Watsons – Argan Oil Body and Hair Care
Group photo- From left: Morocco model; Reem Shahwa; Jessica Ng, Marketing & Development Director Watsons Malaysia; Caryn Loh, Trading General Manager Watsons Malaysia; Megan Tan; Danny Hoh, Marketing Controller Watsons Malaysia
Also at the launch were Kulvinder Birring, Watsons Malaysia Managing Director, Caryn Loh, Watsons Malaysia General Manager of Trading, Jessica Ng, Watsons Malaysia Marketing & Development Director and Danny Hoh, Watsons Malaysia Marketing Controller.
They joined Megan Tan and Reem Shahwa on stage to unveil the latest Naturals by Watsons Argan oil body and hair care range. Moroccan models took to the catwalk and presented the guests with an exquisite runway show while showcasing the entire range of the products.

Watsons Argan Oil Body Care Range:
Body Scrub, Shower Gel, Body Lotion and Hand Cream – Hope to try these!
The Naturals by Watsons Argan oil body and hair products are available at selected Watsons stores now at the following prices:

For the body
RM18.90 for Shower Gel (490ml)
RM18.90 for Body Scrub (200g)
RM22.90 for Body Lotion (490ml)
RM11.90 for Hand Cream (60ml) 

For the hair
RM22.90 for Shampoo (490ml)
RM22.90 for Conditioner (490ml)
RM24.90 for Hair Mask (200ml)
RM22.90 for Hair Oil (100ml)

These are really affordable prices for products with ECOCERT certified argan oil! 

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Watsons Argan Oil Hair Care Collection:
Hair Oil, Shampoo, Conditioner and Hair Mask – Would love to try the Shampoo and Conditioner!
For more information about Naturals by Watsons Argan Oil solutions, visit www.facebook.com/watsonsmalaysiaor Watsons official website http://www.watsons.com.my .
ABOUT WATSONS
Watsons is Asia’s leading health and beauty retailer, currently operating over 3,600 stores and more than 900 pharmacies in 12 Asian and European markets, including China (Mainland China, Hong Kong, Taiwan and Macau), Singapore, Thailand, Malaysia, the Philippines, Korea, Indonesia, Turkey and Ukraine.
In Malaysia, Watsons currently operates over 300 Watsons stores in the country serving more than 2.5 million customers per month.
Watsons continually sets the standards in the health, wellness and beauty market, providing personalised advice and counseling in health, beauty and personal care on top of its market-leading product range, making customers LOOK GOOD, FEEL GREAT every day.  Since 2009, Watsons has been the No. 1 pharmacy/drugstore brand in Asia*.  In Europe, Watsons is also the leading health and beauty retailer in the Ukraine.
Watsons is the flagship health and beauty brand of A.S. Watson Group.
Please visit www.aswatson.com for more in-depth information about A.S. Watson Group and its brands.
*Campaign Asia-Pacific’s “Asia’s Top 1,000 Brands” Survey 2012 of over 5,000 Asian respondents