Antabax Debuts Medicated Powder

Posted on April 9, 2014 by CelesteDeJesus

Formulated with Derma Protect System for better skin protection – to Soothe, Moisturize and Deodorize Skin Against Malaysia’s Hot & Humid Weather

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Antabax, a trusted and innovative antibacterial personal care brand is rounding out its range with the introduction of the all-new Antabax Medicated Powder that shares the 24-hour protection that effectively kills 99.9% germs of the rest of the family.

Malaysia’s hot and humid weather can exacerbate skin discomfort. Staying fresh and dry, with Antabax Medicated Powder relieves much of the discomfort.

Antabax Medicated Powder is medicated with antibacterial agents that help skin fight the growth of harmful germs. It also has a soft and fine texture that leaves skin feeling silky smooth.

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Antabax Medicated Powder at only RM4.50 for 100g + 50g FREE!

It shares the Antabax Derma Protect System, an advanced formula that fights against harmful germs and contains Vita Mineral that absorbs excessive perspiration and reduces prickly heat and rashes. Enriched with skin vitamins, it keeps your skin soft and healthy.

According to Lam Soon Edible Oils Sdn Bhd, Household & Personal Care General Manager, Mr. Francis Ng, the Antabax antibacterial personal care range is growing steadily and consumers had been asking for a medicated powder to complete the range.

“Malaysian consumers trust Antabax for its antibacterial products and we received so many requests for medicated powder that we knew we had a ready market. We took extra care in the formulation to make it paraben and boric-acid free to be safer and added our proprietary Vita Mineral for antibacterial protection. This is an ideal product for anyone who has found the heat and humidity in Malaysia too much for their skin. Now, they can stay fresh and healthy with Antabax Medicated Powder!” Mr. Ng said.

Antabax Medicated Powder is dermatologically tested, suitable for all skin types. A liberal amount applied on skin after showering helps keep skin fresh and protected for up to 24 hours. It is also ideal for daily use to soothe itchy skin and recommended to prevent foot discomfort caused by athlete’s foot, and foot odor due to excessive perspiration.

The Antabax Medicated Powder is available nationwide, retailing at a special introductory offer of RM4.50 for 100gm with an additional 50gm, free!

To be part of Antabax community, choose to “Like” Antabax at their Facebook page, http://www.facebook/NewAntabax

And did you know? Antabax is the official sponsor of Spider-Man 2! Visit New Antabax Facebook page for a chance to win a trip to New York worth RM50,000! Visit the Spiderman 2 app via New Antabax at http://www.facebook.com/NewAntabax/app_422103691267997

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Win a Trip to New York worth RM50,000

About Lam Soon Edible Oils Sdn Bhd

Lam Soon Edible Oils Sdn. Bhd. (Lam Soon) has been an established manufacturer of edible foods, household and personal care products in Malaysia since the 1950s. In the household and personal care category, their selection of quality products include, May personal care range, Fruitale FairWhite UV personal care range, Antabax antibacterial personal care range, ZIP homecare product range of dishwashing liquid, floor cleaner, toilet bowl cleaner, powder and cream cleanser, Labour dishwashing liquid and paste, and bio-home dishwashing liquid.

As a renowned and trusted household brand among consumers, Lam Soon is dedicated to producing quality products for a healthier lifestyle and cleaner homes.

Lam Soon Introduces Total Hygiene Care Campaign

Posted on March 27, 2014 by CelesteDeJesus

Clean More, Spend Less with Brands You Trust

There is no place like home when it comes to teaching and practising good health and hygiene, but with rising costs the world over, families often face the challenge of getting the best care and protection on a limited budget.

To address this situation, Lam Soon’s Home and Personal Care Division has launched its ‘Total Hygiene Care’ campaign to promote overall wellness, health and hygiene among Malaysians by making quality products from brands Malaysians trust, affordable.

Lam Soon Total Hygiene Care

The campaign will run for 16 weeks from March 10 to June 30, 2014 with Lam Soon’s trusted brands such as Antabax, bio-home, Fruitale, Labour, May and Zip offering products at promotional prices at all participating retail outlets, nationwide.

According to Lam Soon Edible Oils Sdn Bhd, General Manager, Household and Personal Care, Marketing Division, Mr. Francis Ng, the campaign is aimed at putting the tools for good health and hygiene within reach of more Malaysians, towards building a healthier nation.

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“It is a common belief that our homes are cleaner than external environments, but this is not always true. According to a germ study conducted by NSF International in 2011, findings revealed that three of the top five germ hot spots in homes were in the kitchen[1]. Often what stands in the way of proper personal and home hygiene is cost and time. We are making our products more affordable so that more people can practice good health and hygiene habits at home to reduce the risk of infection,” said Mr. Ng.

“As a caring Malaysian corporation, Lam Soon has been running this campaign for more than 10 years to encourage better health and hygiene practices at home, towards building a healthier nation,” added Mr. Ng.

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Included in the personal hygiene offering is the 24-hour 99.9% antibacterial protection offered by the Antabax range, the young, fun and fruity Fruitale range that is enriched with 100% natural fruit extracts, and the May beauty range that includes skincare ingredients and exclusive fragrances.

Antabax is a trusted medicated brand that offers a complete range of antibacterial products to promote healthy and hygienic lifestyle. Antabax cleans and removes 99.9% of germs to provide your family with 24 hours antibacterial protection. Dermatologically tested to be gentle on the skin, its formulation comes with additional essences and special ingredients, including anti-oxidant and anti-inflammatory properties of Vitamin C and E, as well as cell-rejuvenating effects of Vitamin B complex (B3, B5 and B6). It is also formulated with Derma Protect System, an advanced moisturizing formula that contains Micro Moisture Serum to leave skin softer, smoother and healthier.

Participating Lam Soon home care brands include Zip, kitchen and toilet cleaner, Labour dishwashing range as well as bio-Home, the award winning environmentally friendly dishwasher liquid and multi-purpose cleaner.

“This year, the Total Hygiene Care campaign will also see new products including Antabax Medicated Talc, Fruitale Pure Olive Oil, Orchid Feminine Wash, and relaunches of ZIP Dishwashing Liquid and Syaza Bar Soap,” said Mr. Ng.

Among the super saver stars in this campaign are Antabax Shower Cream Refill Twin Pack of 550ml, offered at RM11.90 (regular price RM16.60) and three Antabax hand soap refill packs of 300ml at RM8.50 (regular price RM15.00).

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The young, fun and fruity Fruitale offers four bar soaps of 85g for the price of three at RM2.65. Dazzling skin can now be yours for only RM10.90, when you purchase May Shower Cream Diamond Dazzle Refill Twin pack of 600ml, which comes in four different combinations to choose from. For those who prefer natural ingredients such as goat’s milk, betel leaf and lemongrass in their beauty regime, Syaza offers one bar soap for free upon purchase of two Syaza bar soaps at only RM3.00.

In helping to keep homes clean and safe, two bottles of Zip Toilet Bowl Cleaner (available in Floral and Lemon) of 500ml are offered at only RM6.60, instead of its regular price RM9.90.

“Consumers can enjoy the benefits of our quality and award-winning brands, while saving up to 50% for some products. With the Total Hygiene Campaign bringing brands you can believe in, now everyone can clean and be hygienic!” concluded Mr. Ng.

Discover more and stay up-to-date with Antabax via Facebook:

http://www.facebook.com/NewAntabax

About Lam Soon Edible Oils Sdn BhdLam Soon Edible Oils Sdn. Bhd. (Lam Soon) has been an established manufacturer of edible foods, household and personal care products in Malaysia since the 1950s. In the household and personal care category, their selection of quality products include, May personal care range, Fruitale FairWhite UV personal care range, Antabax antibacterial soap and hand sanitizer range, ZIP homecare product range of dishwashing liquid, floor cleaner, toilet bowl cleaner, powder and cream cleanser, Labour dishwashing liquid and paste, and bio-home dishwashing liquid. As a renowned and trusted household brand among consumers, Lam Soon is dedicated to producing quality products for a healthier lifestyle and cleaner homes.

[1] NSF International (http://www.nsf.org/consumer-resources/health-and-safety-tips/home-cleaning-tips-germ-hot-spots/clean-home-items/)

Healthy Hair with Olive Shampoo & Conditioner from the Skintopic

Posted on March 11, 2014 by CelesteDeJesus

I’m not one of those lucky ladies who were blessed with glorious, flowing, manageable hair. I did have beautiful hair when I was younger and it didn’t matter what shampoo I use. It just stays straight, shiny and soft. But as I aged, my hair became harder to maintain and manage. I remember starting to worry about it when I was around 14. I started having frizzes, my hair became unruly, and if I cut it shorter than shoulder length, I’ll have “bad hair days” for at least a month! Not that I intentionally torture myself by cutting it that short; but sometimes, some hair stylists can’t stop cutting.

As I mentioned in my other hair care-related posts, I have resorted to hair rebonding years back. But now, I’m trying to reduce the need to go through this treatment. So I am actually in search of good hair products that can help me in achieving soft, manageable hair even if it’s not super straight like how it gets from rebonding.

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Olive with extra virgin olive oil Shampoo and Conditioner

I can’t remember if I’ve already tried using hair products with olive oil as a key ingredient but I was so thrilled when I was given a chance to try Olive Hair Nourishing Shampoo and Olive Hair Hydrating Conditioner. These products are available at theSkintopic outlets or boutiques (full store list below). Made in New Zealand by Simunovich Olive Estate Limited, Olive hair products are free from parabens, mineral oils, artificial colors and other harmful ingredients. I do know that olive oil is an amazing skincare ingredient because of its antioxidant properties. And I’m quite sure it will also do wonders for the hair.

Olive (with Extra Virgin Olive Oil) Hair Nourishing Shampoo

250ml at RM101

Life after opening – 12 months

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Olive with extra virgin olive oil Hair Nourishing Shampoo @ theSkintopic

The shampoo comes in a light olive green plastic bottle with a clear cap. The look of the bottle has that “organic” feel to it, with its clean appeal and green-brown color combination. I love that the cap of the shampoo comes with a push function, which makes it easy to open and close while giving control to the amount you disperse.

Simunovich Olive Estate Emblem/ Seal

I also liked the emblem stamped on the box and on the bottle itself. It features the Fleur-de-lis (fleur means ‘flower’ in French and lis means ‘lily’), a stylized lily or iris used as a decorative symbol. The emblem or logo on this product stands for Simunovich Olive Estate — Nature – Nurture – Growth.

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Olive Hair Nourishing Shampoo and foam

The product itself is a clear liquid with very mild scent of olive oil and herbs. With sufficient amount of water, the shampoo creates light foam. It’s easy to use and massage all over the hair but you might need more amount than normal shampoos. This is because Olive Hair Nourishing Shampoo does not contain those harmful sulfates like other ordinary shampoos have. After use, my hair does feel light and smooth, not frizzy and rough.

What the packaging says:

A moisturising and hydrating shampoo for natural and salon treated hair. A gentle pH balanced, nutrient-rich blend containing extra virgin olive oil that will help to cleanse your hair and scalp of excessive oils and pollutants, while restoring moisture for softness and proteins for conditioning.

Directions:

Use daily or as needed. Massage onto wet hair and work into a lather. Rinse thoroughly with warm water. To ensure healthy hair we recommend you use Olive Hair Conditioner and Olive Renewal Hair Masque. Beneficial for both natural and salon treated hair. Can be used daily. For external use, if product gets into eyes, rinse immediately with water.

Key active Ingredients:

Extra Virgin Olive oil: Assists the skin’s ability to naturally regenerate, nourish, hydrate, oxygenate and protect itself.

Aqua Spring water: Helps the natural and organic plant extracts penetrate and hydrate.

Vitamin B: Deeply moisturises, hydrates and guards against dryness

Ingredients: Aqua (Water), Sodium Lauroyl Sarcosinate, Cocamidopropyl Hydroxysultaine, Disodium Cocoamphodiacetate, Disodium Lauryl Sulfosuccinate, Sucrose Cocoate, Decyl Glucoside, Sodium Lauroyl Lactylate, D-Panthenol, Sodium Coco-Sulfate, Sodium Lauryl Sulfoacetate, Glyceryl Laurate, Phenoxyethanol, Caprylyl Glycol, Sorbic Acid, Parfum (Fragrance), Xanthan Gum, Olea europaea (Olive) Fruit Oil, Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride, Citric Acid, Beta Carotene, Lactic Acid

Olive (with Extra Virgin Olive Oil) Hair Hydrating Conditioner

150ml at RM101

Life after opening – 36 months

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Olive with extra virgin oil Hair Hydrating Conditioner

I can’t live without conditioner so my hair care always comes in a set. The Olive Hair Hydrating Conditioner comes in a soft tube with the opening at its base. Like the shampoo, this product also features the Simunovich logo with the Fleur-de-lis that I like. I find it unusual, though, that the size of the conditioner is smaller than the shampoo. It should at least be the same size of 250ml shampoo. I can predict that I’ll finish the conditioner much earlier than the shampoo. The product itself is an opaque, white fluid that has a mild olive scent.

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Olive Hair Hydrating Conditioner

I applied the conditioner after washing with the Olive shampoo then leave it on for around 5 minutes with a shower cap on. It’s easy to rinse, unlike other conditioners that tend to take much water to wash off. With water shortage nowadays in Malaysia, it does help to require less water to wash and bathe. My hair feels a lot softer after washing, definitely better than just washing with shampoo alone.

What the packaging says:

A conditioning treatment to moisturise and hydrate natural and salon treated hair.

A deep moisturising and hydrating treatment for natural and salon treated hair. Olive’s pH balanced, nutrient-rich blend of natural plant extracts and extra virgin olive oil will provide deep conditioning while restoring softness, manageability and a healthy shine.

Directions:

After washing hair with Olive Hair Shampoo, apply conditioner, then massage gently all over your hair, paying more attention to the roots and tips. For best results, comb through the hair and leave for a few minutes, allowing time for the nutritional ingredients to penetrate the hair. Rinse thoroughly with warm water. Beneficial for both natural and salon treated hair. Can be used daily. For external use, if product gets into eyes, rinse immediately with water.

Key active Ingredients:

Extra Virgin Olive oil: Assists the skin’s ability to naturally regenerate, nourish, hydrate, oxygenate and protect itself.

Aloe Vera: Healing, soothing, hydrating, softening, anti-inflammatory and moisturising properties.

Jojoba: Exceptional softening and moisturising properties promoting suppleness.

Vitamin B: Deeply moisturises, hydrates and guards against dryness

Ingredients: Aqua (Water), Behentrimonium Methosulfate, Cetyl Alcohol, Cetearyl Alcohol, Polyquaternium-57, D-Panthenol, Inulin, Hydrogenated Olive Oil, Olea europaea (Olive) Fruit Oil, Olea europaea (Olive) Oil Unsaponifiables, Hydroxypropyltrimonium Honey, Sodium Hyaluronate, Hydrolysed Wheat Protein, Glycerin, Moringa pterygosperma Seed Extract, Glyceryl Laurate, Phenoxyethanol, Butyrospermum parkii (Shea Butter), Simmondsia chinensis (Jojoba) Oil, Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride, Aloe barbadensis (Aloe Vera) Leaf Extract, Parfum (Fragrance), Benzyl Alcohol, Chlorphenesin

My Verdict:

The organic Olive Hair Care set is a great choice especially for those who have sensitive scalp, dandruff or dry hair. Extra virgin olive oil in shampoo and conditioner can give amazing benefits for the hair. Potent with health and beauty benefits and used for centuries, olive oil remains to be a powerful antioxidant that is good for the hair, the skin and the body.

The Olive Hair Care range by Simunovich Olive Estate is

Free from parabens
Free from mineral oils
Free from silicones
Free from artificial colors
Free from animal products
Perfect for the whole family
Not tested on animals
Natural, safe for the skin

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Ooooh and I also bought this Tebe Lavish Soap bar (RM75 for 170g)! The scent alone is enchanting and relaxing. So excited to ‘lavish’ my body soon with this soap that contains pure olive leaf and green tea extracts!

You can check more products at these Skintopic outlets:

theSkintopic at Pavilion Kuala Lumpur

theSkintopic Pavilion Kuala Lumpur

Lot P5.12.00, Level 5

168 Jalan Bukit Bintang Bukit Bintang 55100 Kuala Lumpur 

Phone: 03-2142 9988

theSkintopicAvenue K

C-16A, Concourse Floor

156 Jalan Ampang

50450 Kuala Lumpur

Phone: 03-2166 9988

theSkintopic  Subang Parade

Lot LGC01, Lower Ground Floor

No 5 Jalan SS16/1 47500 Subang Jaya 

Phone: 03-5638 2988

theSkintopic Hartamas Shopping Centre

PF3, First Floor

No. 60, Jalan Sri Hartamas 1,

Sri Hartamas, 50480 Kuala Lumpur

Phone: 03-6205 8828

theSkintopic The Curve

K-G8-W, Ground Floor

No. 6, Jalan PJU 7/3, Mutiara Damansara,

47810, Petaling Jaya Selangor

Phone: 03-7722 2213

For general inquiries, you can call +603 7722 2213

Stay connected to Skintopic via their FB page:

http://www.facebook.com/OliveTebeMY

Find out more about Olive Tebe products at

http://www.olivetebe.com.my

theSkintopic has a wide range of body care and skincare products including premium brands like Linden Leaves, Olive and Tebe, Wild Ferns and Evolu.

Unveil a New You with Dove’s School of Skindulgence and Dove Body Wash

Posted on March 3, 2014 by CelesteDeJesus

In this busy and hectic lifestyle that a lot of us women now have, it’s easy to forget to take care of ourselves and lead a balanced, healthy lifestyle. Whether you are a student, a working woman, a mother or anything in between, life has its unique challenges that often result to self-neglect because of other priorities.

I believe that I’m not alone when I say that I definitely want more “me” time where I can have sufficient time to pamper myself and engage in other activities that will nurture my mind, body and soul. And it’s great to know that a big brand out there understands this issue among women.

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Dove launches new Body Wash with Nutrium Moisture

Dove® Body Wash with NutriumMoisture™ has recently launched the Dove Skindulgence campaign as a solution to encourage women to indulge and pamper themselves on a daily basis in less time and with less money. What better news, this can be done in the comfort of their own home.

In a survey conducted by Millward Brown last year, commissioned by Dove® Body Wash, among 108 women aged between 18-35, time and money are the biggest obstacles in pampering oneself on a regular basis. To this, I truly agree. I can’t even find the right time to cut my hair before it gets too long or have time for spa. Moreover, it can be quite costly to go for spa regularly. Being a working mother, my family and my job are my priorities versus spending time for myself. I probably spend 1 and ½ hours on myself daily but these are mainly to fulfill necessities such as bathing, skincare routine and applying makeup to go to work. If I have some time, I would spend another half hour on a weekend to redo my pedicure by myself. Those pretty much cover my “me” time.

Dove Skindulgence, your better-than-milk routine

I was lucky to be invited to Dove Skindulgence campaign launch last week and discover ways to pamper myself. Dove has launched the School of Skindulgence (S.O.S.) Facebook Campaign where we are encouraged to take a pledge to love ourselves, eat right, and stay active through simple no-hassle, no fuss, inexpensive activities that we can do at home for ourselves.

Skindulgence is a simple routine that can be done at home. All you need is to follow these 3 pillars:

Pillar #1 – EAT RIGHT

Skindulgence Advice/ Pillar #1: EAT RIGHT

It doesn’t have to be a complicated diet where you need to quickly change the way you enjoy food. Take one step at a time. For example, instead of your usual lunch or dinner with rice and carbohydrate-rich food, maybe you can opt for a garden salad once or twice a week. And instead of having your carbonated drink, switch to fruit juice or milk every few days. It can be small change but these are still steps forward to a better you!

Yummmm…salad!

Pillar #2 – STAY ACTIVE

Skindulgence Advice/ Pillar #2: STAY ACTIVE

Don’t panic! You can stay active with simple activities; you don’t need to go to the gym regularly or compete in a marathon! Chill. That’s the point of this campaign: indulge and pamper yourself with less time and less money, and doing simple routines. Staying active can be as easy as walking up the stairs instead of taking the lift. Yeah, I know; if your condo unit is at the 10^th floor then it’s not very easy. Maybe you can take the lift up to the 5^th floor then walk from there. Or if it’s not very safe, do a simple morning routine of jumping jacks. This one gets me energized during the day.

During Dove’s Skindulgence launch, all the guests were divided into 3 groups: A, B and C. Each group was tasked to undergo a certain pillar. I was with the “Stay Active” group and an instructor gave us tips on how to perform quick routines, especially when we’re at work. Those were simple neck, shoulder, hip and leg exercises. It’s amazing how small things can make a big difference.

At home, maybe you can start with some short exercises every few days if daily is too much for you. Pick up the pace then you’ll eventually have more regular time doing it!

Do some short exercises at home!

Pillar #3 – LOVE YOURSELF

Skindulgence Advice/ Pillar #3: LOVE YOURSELF

I think this is the most crucial pillar among the three and this is where it all starts. If we don’t love ourselves, how can we have the desire to do the other pillars? Loving oneself is the foundation of what every person should be. Recognizing our own worth, our value, will give meaning to our life. Let’s not neglect ourselves and let’s not feel guilty when we allot some time to treasure who we are. The beauty of Dove’s Skindulgence campaign is that it reminds us to engage into quick but meaningful activities that nurture our wellbeing.

Since a lot of us don’t have much time or money to regularly go to a spa, Dove has introduced the new Dove® Body Wash. Your “better-than-milk-routine” is proven to be better than milk and all you need is just one or two pumps of Dove with NutriumMoisture™ to deliver moisture and nourishment deeply to give your skin the pampering it needs. Showering with regular body washes that do not contain nourishing ingredients can cause dry skin damage as they strip the skin of its natural moisture. Dove® has discovered how to effectively nourish skin in the shower during cleansing. Instead of skin feeling dry and tight once you step out of the shower, you are left with nourished and moisturised skin, just as if you went for a spa treatment.

The new Dove Body Wash in 6 variants

NutriumMoisture™ technology is available in all variants – Beauty Nourishing, Gentle Exfoliating, Sensitive Skin, Fresh Touch, Energize and Revive in 1 litre bottles at RM22.90. It is also available in 200ml at RM5.90 for the Beauty Nourishing and Gentle Exfoliating variant. The body washes are available at all leading pharmacies, hypermarkets and supermarkets.

Hmmm, “Better-Than-Milk”?

The first thing (or person) that came into my mind when I heard the phrase “better than milk” at Dove’s launch was Queen Cleopatra. Who else is known to bathe in milk across the world and across time? I’m sure you’ve heard of Queen C’s amazing bath routine of soaking herself in tub of fresh milk to keep her skin beautiful and healthy. It’s no surprise that milk can do this to the skin; after all, milk is still the best nourishment for us when we were babies. Good health reflects good skin!

Queen Cleopatra and milk bath routine

And speaking of Queen Cleopatra, she is also an embodiment of the 3 pillars of Dove’s campaign. Queen Cleo, one of the most beautiful women who walked the earth, kept herself rejuvenated and healthy by eating right, staying active and, of course, loving herself. More than that, she’s also an intelligent, powerful and amazing woman who has influenced a lot of powerful men during her time. Now, that’s girl power.

Do you need to be a queen to indulge and pamper yourself? Well, with Dove® Body Wash, you can feel like one! The scent is invigorating and can truly relax your senses. When the Dove girls performed an actual test during the event, water versus milk versus Dove, the moisture meter showed that the moisture content on the skin is at its best when washed with Dove. No trick here because you will feel the transformation yourself.

Dove Body Wash Moisture Experiment

Wait, wait, wait. Aside from making you feel and smell like a queen, Dove has more good news for us. Wanna go for a 3 days and 2 nights of getaway island experience to Krabi? Simple. Just join Dove® School of Skindulgence and start with your 21-day challenge!

Dove School of Skindulgence 21-day challenge: CLICK HERE

How to participate:

Log on to facebook.com/mydovebodywash to like My Dove Body Wash Facebook page.
Register using an Instagram account, which will be linked to your Facebook page.
After taking the pledge on the Facebook app, you will, over the period of 21 days, challenge yourself to achieve the three main pillars of Skindulgence: Pillar #1:
EATING RIGHT – instagram photos with hashtags #eatright #skindulgence

Pillar #2:

STAY ACTIVE – instagram photos with hashtags #stayactive #skindulgence

Pillar #3:

LOVE YOURSELF – instagram photos with hashtags #betterthanmilk #loveyourself #skindulgence

Note: Must post at least 7 pictures per pillar and a minimum of 21 photos in total
Share at least one picture daily via Instagram hash-tags, #skindulgence #betterthanmilk #eatright #stayactive) with a minimum total of 21 pictures (7 pictures per pillar) in the 21 days of how you take care of yourselves at home.
The more pictures you post, the better the chances of winning.
A continuous posting for 21 days is compulsory.
The challenge starts on 1 March 2014 and ends on 30 April 2014. The last day to pledge is 10 April 2014
For seven weeks, three winners will be selected each week based on their creativity on each pillar and they will each win RM100 worth of Dove® Body Wash hamper.
The 10 grand prize winners will have the memorable experience of a 3 day/2 night island getaway to Krabi.

Dove School of Skindulgence 21-day Challenge Prizes

Join My Dove Body Wash S.O.S. 21-days challenge now and start with your journey to a better you! Click HERE

http://www.facebook.com/MyDoveBodyWash/app_255396191303410

Connect to Dove Body Wash Facebook page at:

http://www.facebook.com/MyDoveBodyWash

So let’s get started, queens! Start with your Dove® School of Skindulgence 21-day challenge now and you might be one of the lucky winners! And even if you don’t win a prize, you’ll surely do yourself good by indulging on simple daily steps to a better YOU.

More memorable moments of the event:

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Me with fellow hot bloggers, L-R: Alyssa, Me, Grace and Ashley

More fellow pretty bloggers

Pretty Dove girls in white dresses and shoes at The Apartment, The Curve

About Dove

The Dove brand started its life in 1957 in the US, with the revolutionary new beauty cleansing Bar. With its patented blend of mild cleansers and ¼ moisturising cream, Dove’s iconic Beauty Bar rinses cleaner than soap, leaving skin clean, soft and smooth. It is #1 Dermatologist Recommended brand in the US, Canada and France and strongly endorsed by Dermatologists across the world.

Dove brand’s heritage is based on moisturisation – proof not promises grew Dove from a Beauty Bar into one of the world’s most beloved beauty brands. Today Dove offers a range of products: Body Washes, Hand and Body Lotions, Facial Cleansers, Deodorants, Shampoos, Conditioners and Hair Styling products, all developed on the universal premise of real care.

Valentina by Valentino Perfume and Lotion Gift Set

Posted on February 15, 2014 by CelesteDeJesus

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Valentina Fragrance and Lotion Gift Set

Last Christmas, my husband gave me a beautiful perfume set for the first time. He never bought fragrance for me before so I was delighted to receive one from him, and it’s not just any perfume…it’s Valentina by Valentino.

When I first saw this bottle while still working at a previous company, I was captivated. The floral motif in matte finish is just so feminine and iconic. One look and you can tell that this is a designer’s masterpiece.

Valentina Eau de Parfum 80ml Bottle

The clear glass bottle comes in round shape front but has a flat bottom to make it stand nicely. The designer name ‘Valentino’ is neatly engraved on the gold cap that sits on top of the smallest flower motif. It features an unconventional spray shape, a black round spritzer with a flat top piece that also comes in gold.

Examining the bottle while inhaling the enchanting scent, I was asking myself how to keep the spray from accidentally being pressed if I bring this to travel. At first, I thought it looks very nice but there’s no protection for the spray. Oh well, never mind. So I lifted the lotion bottle to give it a try and to my surprise, under the lotion was an instruction card!

Valentina Perfume set instruction card

The card gave instruction on how to use the spray by pressing the top of the fragrance bottle. And to answer my question, the card also revealed a secret; I have to lift the tray to discover the safety cap for the bottle! Obediently, I followed the card and there was the cap, carefully mounted behind the tray. Clever design trick, I must say, because if they put it together in front, the presentation of the bottle and gift set may not be as impactful. The safety cap is just meant for carrying/ traveling purposes anyway.

Valentina perfume safety cap

Top notes:

The exuberant freshness of Calabrian bergamot is enhanced with the unexpected twist of white Alba truffle.

Middle notes: The iconic beauty of a white floral bouquet (Amalfi orange blossom, tuberose, jasmine) is subtly kissed by wild strawberry.

Base notes: The captivating sensuality of amber is enriched by the noble signature of cedar.

Valentina fragrance satin body lotion

The gift set included this lovely lotion in a good size of 200ml. The plastic bottle replicated the flower motif embossed on the plastic itself. The cap is also a resemblance of the gold signature on the fragrance glass bottle. The scent is, oh, so beautiful. It’s the perfect fragrance lotion after bathing at night to engulf and relax your senses in floral aromas. It gives the skin a smooth, satin finish. Best to apply all over your arms and legs after shower.

Valentina evening bag

And because my husband bought this during Christmas season, it came with a nice GWP (gift-with-purchase) item…a Valentino evening bag! It’s in light rose pink color with 3 zipped compartments that are convenient for bringing basic necessities during an evening celebration. I haven’t used this yet but it’s really a charming addition to any lady’s bag collection.

Oh, yes, I love this gift set. The perfume is captivating with dominant floral scents, which I love when it comes to fragrance. The lotion is just divine and leaves the skin deliciously enticing. I’m not sure if it’s still available in stores, but if it is and if you (or your special someone) love floral scents, better include Valentina in your fragrance collection and daily body care routine!

Valentina by Valentino Perfume and Lotion gift set

GIFT SET includes:

Valentina by Valentino Eau de Parfum (EDP) 80ml

Valentina Satin Body Lotion 200ml

Made in Spain

Comes in elegant and textured hard board box with satin label and floral motif made of chiffon cloth; Free bag also comes in a hard board box

Available at selected department stores in Malaysia

(Mine was purchased at Metrojaya The Curve)

More about the Fragrance

From this sensual, insolent beauty, this blatant femininity that eludes conventions, two master perfumers, Olivier Cresp and Alberto Morillas, created a fragrance as a tribute to today’s Valentino woman. With attitude, sophistication and unexpected characteristics, the bouquet of Valentina blends an irreverent Italian floral oriental in which each facet reveals a paradox. Calabrian bergamot is a hymn to exuberance and freshness, shaken up by the insolence of white Alba truffles. In their trail, jasmine, Amalfi orange blossom and tuberose celebrate radiant beauty, while being offset by the rebellious delight of wild strawberries. Finally, the nobility of cedar is seduced by the captivating sensuality of amber… Valentina marks out a solar, unexpected trail, classic yet modern. (by www.parfums.valentino.com)

The Inspiration behind Valentina

Synthesized in a refined bouquet of fragrances, the ingredients that define the femininity and uniqueness of the Valentino woman have inspired a new perfume called Valentina that was conceived as couture style and a signature element of distinction that expresses a feminine ideal. Valentina is beautiful, radiant with charms belonging to a modern heiress. She is seductive, sophisticated, unconventional, charismatic. She creates her own style. She sets home in a classical Roman Palazzo but there is nothing she likes more than feeling the heartbeat of the vivid city of Rome. She is the only protagonist of a hypnotic, bewitching story full of references and allusions to legendary figures of Italian fashion and cinema. Valentina comes to life in the advertising campaign for the perfume shot by David Sims and the TV film directed by Johan Renck along the dark and secret streets of a sumptuously deserted, nocturnal Rome. (by www.parfums.valentino.com)

Stay connected to Valentino via

http://www.facebook.com/valentino

Soap & Glory Soaper Heroes Set – Body Care Must-Have!

Posted on January 26, 2014 by CelesteDeJesus

Soap and Glory body and bath care set

Who doesn’t love to smell delicious after bathing and throughout the day? If you haven’t explored the scent of any Soap and Glory product, I really suggest that you check any one of their items at Sephora during one of your shopping travels. It’s definitely a must!

The first product that I fell in love with from this brand was the Righteous Butter Body Lotion (check out my product review about it – click HERE). I had it in 2012 and I found it an amazing item. The moisturizing effect lasts long and the scent is just ohhh so delicious. I guess the significant description of Soap and Glory products is its ability to make you (or your body) smell beautiful to the point of literally wanting to eat your own skin!

To my surprise and delight, I received a lovely Soaper Heroes gift set from my sister-in-law last Christmas! This set is to die for! It contains 5 of the famous items from Soap and Glory:

Clean On Me Shower Gel 75ml

Flake Away Body Polish 50ml

The Righteous Butter 50ml

Hand Food Hand Cream 50ml

Girligo Spray-On Body Moisturizing Mist 100ml

Soap and Glory Soaper Heroes set

The set comes in a pink, eye-catching box with a big letter ‘S’ adorning the front. Of course, it’s easy to spot the genius set name ‘Soaper Heroes’ and the floral motif surrounding the box. It’s stylishly feminine and youthful. On top, you’ll read this caption: “They’ll scrub, soften and scent your skin in a single swipe! They’re not just run of the mill moisturizers, they’re SOAPER HEROES!”

Soap and Glory Soaper Heroes items in travel-friendly sizes

The contents are all in travel-friendly size so even if you bring these items or if you buy it overseas or at some duty-free shop at the airport, you don’t need to worry about ‘confiscation’ from the airport officers. That’s clever and very considerate. Don’t you just hate it when your beloved beauty stuff is painfully taken away from you while travelling?

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Soap and Glory Clean On Me

Soap and Glory Clean On Me Creamy Clarifying Shower Gel will turn you into a shower addict at first bath. The scent is just addictive and will make you want to bathe forever and ever. Serious! It contains natural mandarin peel extract and a bonus built-in body lotion, and will make you feel really sexy after shower. Wait ‘til you get to the next products.

Soap and Glory Flake Away

Soap and Glory Flake Away is a skin-smoothing body polish with shea butter, sweet almond oil, peach seed powder, sea salt and sugar. Apparently, it transforms your scaly legs from reptilian to radiant! I haven’t tried this one yet but I’m excited to spread it all over my body and scrub my dry flakes away. Let’s see if it does transform my reptilian skin, haha! But no matter what, the scent alone is enough to say that this is also a must-try.

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Soap and Glory The Righteous Butter

Soap and Glory The Righteous Butter contains softening shea butter and aloe vera. It has that velvet-feel upon applying onto your skin and contains the signature scent of Soap and Glory. I swear you must have this butter on your vanity table! Just control yourself from licking your arms and legs!

Soap and Glory Hand Food

Soap and Glory Hand Food is a non-greasy hand cream that contains shea butter, macadamia oil and marshmallow. It’s great for dry, chapped hands. It’s also scented with S&G Original Pink fragrance. They say it’s the most astonishing hand cream ever? You decide! I’ve already decided! Just watch out for the effects on those around you when you apply it while at work. Your colleagues will be asking for delicious food!

Happy Hand Food month from Soap and Glory!

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Soap and Glory Girligo

Soap and Glory Girligo is a spray-on moisturizing mist scented with a tempting blend of bergamot, peach, strawberry, jasmine, mandarin and musk. Just spritz on all-over your body after shower for temptingly fragrant, softer, smoother, more supple skin.

This is a great body care collection, wonderful to give as a gift and wonderful to receive as a gift! The scent engulfs your senses while your skin reaps the benefits of the good moisturizing ingredients. Simply delicious and good for the skin! Trust me, your husband or partner will enjoy the results, too.

Price: RM76
Where to buy: Sephora outlets

About Soaper Heroes Set

This gorgeous little gift box includes travel sizes of our bestselling products, including Girligo™ scented moisturising body mist, The Righteous Butter™ body butter, Flake Away™ body scrub, Clean On Me Skin™ softening shower gel, and Hand Food™ hand cream.

About Soap and Glory

A fun, fresh, fearless, fantastic British beauty brand created by suds-loving entrepreneur and celebrity facialist Marcia Kilgore. We’re known for wonderfully effective bath, body and skincare products including the super-plumping lip gloss Sexy Mother Pucker™ and award winning The Righteous Butter™ body butter. Soap & Glory recommends applying products with happiness and abandon, because while beauty absolutely matters, it doesn’t matter absolutely.

Get connected to Soap and Glory via Facebook:

http://www.facebook.com/SoapandGlory

Or check out their website at:

http://www.soapandglory.com

Aesop Skincare and Body Care Sets for the Holidays

Posted on December 19, 2013 by CelesteDeJesus

It’s always fascinating to encounter a skincare brand that puts a great deal of importance on antioxidants. Being acquainted with the amazing science of how antioxidants directly affect the health of our skin in my brand management experience, I award respect and value to products with antioxidant properties.

Aesop, properly written as Aēsop (but for easier typing and for search engine purposes, I’ll stick to normal alphabet), has products ranging from skincare, body care, hair care, fragrance, gift sets to home products. When I first visited an Aesop counter last year, what captivated me the most was the Parsley Seed Anti-Oxidant Facial Toner. It’s a toner that soothes, balances and evens the appearance of the skin without causing dryness or damage, and prepares it for hydration. I find it interesting due to the parsley seed main ingredient, which is known for stimulation of production of collagen. It also contains high amounts of Vitamin C, which may nourish the skin to reduce fine lines, scars, blemishes, and even reduce pore size. PORE SIZE.

But this is the season of giving! For this holiday season, Aesop has launched 6 amazing collections in combinations of skin care & body care, including a set made for men, too!

Aesop’s fascination with the arts has this year inspired a series of seasonal gift kits focused on the Italian Futurist movement of the early twentieth century.

Initiated by F.T. Marinetti in 1909, the movement spurned tradition and passionately embraced the technological innovations of the machine age. It spanned the fields of architecture, painting, sculpture, design, literature, theatre, music and food, aiming to modernize Italian culture comprehensively; and it contributed significantly to the evolution of modern art. In referencing the Futurists, Aesop celebrates their rebelliousness, inventiveness, and unabashed eccentricity.

The six gift kits are presented in sleek, elegant tin boxes, featuring titles and designs that pay homage to groundbreaking Futurist language, art and typography. The contents vary from a convenient set of men’s grooming essentials to a comprehensive hand and body care ensemble, to a trio of full-sized products from Aesop’s anti-oxidant Parsley Seed Skin Care range. An artfully constructed brochure that folds in various configurations accommodates and protects each product, and provides summary details on the movement and its guiding proponents.

A Futurist Assembly is available at all Aesop signature stores and counters in fine department stores across the globe.

Aesop Gift Set No.1:

Agility / Forma Agile – three efficacious staples for care of the body and lips

Aesop Agility Set: RM185

Aesop Agility Set comes in a sleek tin box

Agility is named for the dynamic forms of Futurist sculpture. It presents a trio of products especially suited to use when travelling as well as everyday grooming – low-foaming Geranium Leaf Body Cleanser for gentle, thorough cleansing; Resurrection Aromatique Hand Balm to provide readily absorbed moisture for the hands and cuticles; and Rosehip Seed Lip Cream to hydrate and nourish the lips.

AGILITY CONTAINS

Geranium Leaf Body Cleanser 200mL

Resurrection Aromatique Hand Balm 75 mL

Rosehip Seed Lip Cream 6mL

Price: MYR185.00

Aesop Gift Set No.2:

Alacrity / Alacrita’ Espressiva – an efficacious Classic Skin Care quartet for all skin types

Aesop Alacrity Set: RM490

Aesop Alacrity Set comes in a sleek tin box

Alacrity is intended as a tribute to the innovations of Futurist theatre. It offers four highly compatible products from Aesop’s Classic Skin Care range – Fabulous Face Cleanser to remove grime and makeup thoroughly without drying the skin, Purifying Facial Exfoliant Paste for deep cleansing and mild exfoliation that leaves the skin meticulously clean and smooth, B & T Balancing Toner to soothe and balance, and Mandarin Facial Hydrating Cream to hydrate and soften the skin without leaving shine or residue.

ALACRITY CONTAINS

Fabulous Face Cleanser 200mL

B & Tea Balancing Toner 100mL

Mandarin Facial Hydrating Cream 60mL

Purifying Facial Exfoliant Paste 75mL

Price: MYR490.00

Aesop Gift Set No.3:

Sonority / Vibrazione Sonora – hand and body care of the highest order

Aesop Sonority Set: RM365

Aesop Sonority Set comes in a sleek tin box

Sonority celebrates the idiosyncrasies of Futurist music. This quartet of much-loved Aesop products is formulated especially to nurture the hands and body. Resurrection Aromatique Hand Wash gently cleanses without drying the skin, and fragrant Resurrection Aromatique Hand Balm helps maintain soft, hydrated hands throughout the day; in bath or shower, mild, low-foaming Geranium Leaf Body Cleanser removes impurities and refreshes the skin, while Rind Concentrate Body Balm refreshes, nourishes and moisturizes.

SONORITY CONTAINS

Resurrection Aromatique Hand Wash 500mL

Resurrection Aromatique Hand Balm 75mL

Geranium Leaf Body Cleanser 200mL 

Rind Concentrate Body Balm 120mL

Price: MYR365.00

Aesop Gift Set No.4:

Intensity / Pittura Intensa – a trio of bathroom essentials for meticulous men

Aesop Intensity Set: RM300

Aesop Intensity Set comes in a sleek tin box

Intensity is inspired by the vibrant paintings of the movement. Created with the active gentleman in mind, it offers a trio of formulations ideal for post-workout purification – Moroccan Neroli Post- Shave Lotion to soothe, nourish and moisturise; Déodorant to neutralise underarm odour and provide an appealing Vetiver scent; and low-foaming, invigorating Coriander Seed Body Cleanser to cleanse and refresh the skin.

INTENSITY CONTAINS

Moroccan Neroli Post-Shave Lotion 60mL

Déodorant 50mL 

Coriander Seed Body Cleanser 200mL

Price: MYR300.00

Aesop Gift Set No.5 (my personal choice!):

Potency / Struttura Potente – a trio of Parsley Seed Skin Care fundamentals

Aesop Potency Set: RM520

Aesop Potency Set comes in a sleek tin box

Potency pays respects to the Futurists’ ideas on architecture. Its structured offer comprises three products from Aesop’s Parsley Seed Skin Care range; each product contains Parsley Seed extract, an ingredient rich in anti-oxidants that help protect the skin against cell damage caused by environmental and internal factors.

The trio includes gel-based Parsley Seed Facial Cleanser, which gently removes surface impurities and offers mild chemical exfoliation to smooth the skin, Parsley Seed Anti-Oxidant Facial Toner to soothe and balance, and rich yet lightweight Parsley Seed Anti-Oxidant Hydrator to soften, hydrate and fortify the skin.

POTENCY CONTAINS

Parsley Seed Facial Cleanser 200mL 

Parsley Seed Anti-Oxidant Facial Toner 200mL

Parsley Seed Anti-Oxidant Hydrator 60mL

Price: MYR520.00

Aesop Gift Set No.6:

Tactility / Gusto Tattile – a complete Geranium Leaf body care regimen

Aesop Tactility Set: RM270

Aesop Tactility Set comes in a sleek tin box

Tactility pays homage to the innovations of Futurist gastronomy. It offers a nurturing trio of Geranium Leaf body care staples – refreshing Geranium Leaf Body Cleanser for gentle, thorough cleansing, Geranium Leaf Body Scrub for aromatic exfoliation, and Geranium Leaf Body Balm to hydrate and nourish the skin.

TACTILITY CONTAINS

Geranium Leaf Body Cleanser 200mL

Geranium Leaf Body Scrub 170mL

Geranium Leaf Body Balm 120mL

Price: MYR270.00

You can check out these gift sets at the following Aesop outlets/ counters:

Bangsar Village II

Bangsar Village II Shopping Mall

UG Floor 59100

Kuala Lumpur

Tel: +603 2287 5092

Aesop Pavilion
Fashion Avenue, Level 3 Pavilion KL Shopping Mall
No. 168, Jalan Bukit Bintang
55100 Kuala Lumpur

More about Aesop…

Aesop was established in Melbourne in 1987 with a quest to create a range of superlative products for the skin, hair and body. We are committed to using both plant-based and laboratory-made ingredients of the highest quality and proven efficacy – particularly those with the greatest anti-oxidant properties.

Aesop values all human endeavors undertaken with intellectual rigor, vision, and a nod to the whimsical. Every Aesop product is made with the same attention to detail we believe should be applied to life at large, taking into consideration a diversity of needs as well as seasonal and environmental conditions.

We advocate the use of our formulations as part of a balanced life that includes a healthy diet, sensible exercise, a moderate intake of red wine, and a regular dose of stimulating literature.

TAKE NOTE: “a moderate intake of red wine”! Now, that’s my kind of balanced life concept!

Have a Merrier Christmas with www.hermo.com.my

Posted on December 2, 2013 by CelesteDeJesus

It’s the most wonderful time of the year… And what better way to celebrate the season than loads and loads of gifts! It’s the season of giving and it can sometimes be challenging when we run out of gift ideas.

Well, I’m here to give you more ideas as I have started last month. Now that we’re officially in the month of December, Christmas shopping is already in a rush. We’re just left with 23 days! Don’t panic; I have great news!

At www.hermo.com.my you can enjoy easy Christmas shopping and you can spin & win for some awesome prizes! There are amazing deals and a lot of products to choose from: beauty, skincare, bath and body, make-up, masks and gift sets. What’s even better? They deliver straight to your doorstep! So you can actually escape the mad rush, long queue and traffic jams this time around!

When I was still in Philippines, our Christmas shopping starts as early as October, yes, October! Malls will be dressed up in holiday theme, playing Christmas songs and everyone is just in the holiday season mood. So, naturally, everybody is also shopping for gifts! But going through traffic jams and long queues can sometimes dampen good spirits.

Why not try an easier and rewarding way? Hermo Beauty Collection at www.hermo.com.my has launched Christmas Specials for beauty addicts like me. Are you ready for Christmas with Hermo?

Check out these Hermo Christmas promotions:

1) Christmas e-Gift Card

If you are not sure what to give your loved one or, better yet, if you think your loved ones will be happier choosing their own gifts, send them a Christmas e-Gift Card! You can choose from denominations of RM50, RM100 or RM200. Find out more by clicking here.

2) Holiday Shop

Find really irresistible gift sets for your loved ones or for yourself! Great savings and great combinations, too! They have skincare sets, makeup sets, fragrance sets and more. Check out and grab the limited gift sets by clicking here.

3) Stocking Stuffers

Here you’ll find value buys with up to 70% discount. Stocks are limited so better grab the things you want soon. Click here to see more.

4) Spin and Win

Now, this is very interesting. Take note carefully, you can win prizes EVERYDAY. Simply login or sign up and visit www.hermo.com.myor click here for your daily spin. There are several prizes such as RM50, 500 credits and cash voucher. Come, let’s all drop by the website for a free spin!

5) Being in Love

Do you have very close friends, boyfriends, sisters or loved ones whom you think love you enough to pay for what you want to receive this Christmas? At Hermo, you can easily choose the things you like and ask for your friend/s to pay for you! Isn’t that cool? This saves your loved ones the trouble of figuring out what you’d want and it makes your Christmas even wonderful. Wouldn’t it be a merrier Christmas if all of us receive what we want or pick for ourselves? Check out how it works by clicking here.

6) Season’s Greetings with Bloop

Here you get a chance to win an exclusive Christmas Gift Set from Bloop! You just need to share your Christmas greetings using Hermo greeting cards on Facebook, tag your friends in your greeting and that’s it! Just wait for Hermo to announce winners on 26^th December 2013. Start your way to the prizes by clicking here.

Christmas won’t be complete without a wish list. I still remember the days when I really list down all the names of my godchildren (in Philippines, we don’t just have 1 but probably 10 children to prepare gifts for), my close friends and, of course, my family then plan for the gifts to buy for them. Aside from that, I definitely have a wish list for myself. You know what, at Hermo, you can easily create your wish list!

There are so many lovely products to choose from. I had a tough time just choosing at a total cost of RM80. Let’s see some of the ‘runner-ups’ for my choice:

But then again, I think I really need a new moisturizer as I’m about to finish my current one. So the winner of my wish list is…

The Centella Cream by Pure Heal’s

Centella 70 Cream 50ml

The functional cream that contains 70% Centella Asiatica extracts–the mystical plant regenerating damaged and tired skin.

~~RM 159.00~~

RM 79.50

Dear Hermo, I’ve been a good girl this year and please, please grant my wish. My skin is aging fast and I really need a good anti-aging cream. Thank you. Love, Celeste

So go and visit www.hermo.com.my now for great Christmas treats!

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FREE items to redeem with your copy of Malaysian Women’s Weekly this month!

Posted on December 1, 2013 by CelesteDeJesus

It’s the 1^st day of December, everyone! The countdown to Christmas officially kicks in. And what better way to celebrate than start grabbing gifts and freebies!

In this month’s issue of Malaysian Women’s Weekly, you’ll find a lot of timely ideas and suggestions for the holiday season. It comes with booklets of wonderful information, a free body butter and more. With the season of gift-giving just 3 weeks away, the Malaysian Women’s Weekly also bring you irresistible deals from Crabtree & Evelyn!

A booklet aptly titled ‘Experience the Magic of Christmas’ is bundled together with this month’s magazine. First up, and better pay attention, ladies, is (drum roll) FREE Gifts for the first 500 readers of the Malaysian Women’s Weekly! What will you get? Read on!

Crabtree & Evelyn has several home gift ideas. In the section ‘Come Home to Chritsmas’, you’ll find the Noël Porcelain Diffuser 180ml at RM175, Noël Fragranced Botanical at RM155, Noël Home Fragrance Spray 100ml at RM60, Noël Home Fragrance Oil 10ml at RM40 and Noël Small Fragranced Candle at RM60.

‘A Little Something for Everyone’ has great ideas for our loved ones. For colleagues, there’s Deluxe Hand Therapy Sampler that contains 12 variants of hand creams, at RM178. This is a good idea for those hand cream addicts. For our sisters, there’s Rosewater Great Escape at RM88, which contains a Bath & Shower Gel, Body Lotion and Hand Therapy. For mothers, there’s Lily Ultimate Luxury at RM308, which contains a Bath & Shower Gel, Body Lotion, Hand Therapy and an EDT fragrance packed together in a golden vanity case. That’s something I would want for myself; hey, I’m a mummy! For your best friend, there’s Somerset Meadow Vanity Case at RM298, which contains a Bath & Shower Gel, Scented Body Lotion, Hand Therapy and and EDT fragrance packed in a oval golden vanity case.

And for you, there’s Tarocco Orange Perfect Pair at RM130, which contains a Bath & Shower Gel and a Body Lotion with Tarocco orange, eucalyptus and sage.

‘Eat and Be Merry’ features tempting delights for those with “sweet teeth”. There’s Festive Bauble at RM65 that contains 150g of creamy, indulgent fudge-flavoured chocolates. There’s Musical Tin with Jelly Babies at RM80 that contains 300g of naturally-coloured and –flavoured jelly candies. For biscuit lovers, there’s Assorted Biscuits at RM45 that come in three flavours: Spiced Ginger (165g), Triple Chocolate Chunk (190g) and Christmas Pudding (195g). And who can resist ginger bread? There’s the Gingerbread Men Tin at RM65 that contains 60g of lovely ginger bread in adorable shapes. For the sweet stuff addict, there’s the Collectable Design Tin at RM155 that contains Wild Blueberry Preserve, Lemon Preserve, White Chocolate Biscuits, Raspberry Biscuits, White Chocolate and English Breakfast Tea. That’s simply perfect for a beautiful and delicious breakfast for the holiday!

And the moment you’ve been waiting for, here are some exclusive deals for the Malaysian Women’s Weekly readers until 31^st December 2013!

BUY ONE, GET ONE FREE when you purchase any Assorted Biscuits at RM45 (coupon from the booklet required to present upon purchase)

BUY ONE, GET ONE FREE when you purchase any Great Escape Travel Pack at RM88 (coupon from the booklet required to present upon purchase)

FREE GIFT: a limited edition Hand Therapy 25g worth RM30 for the first 500 readers to flash this coupon at any Crabtree & Evelyn retail store!

Terms and conditions to take note:

Original coupon is required to enjoy the freebies
Coupons are valid for one-time redemption only
Coupons cannot be combined with any other promotion

So grab your copy of the Malaysian Women’s Weekly now and enjoy these exclusive offers!

For more information about Crabtree & Evelyn, visit www.crabtree-evelyn.com.my or be a fan of their Facebook page at www.facebook.com/CrabtreeEvelyn.my

Chic Chloé Gift Sets that Ladies will Surely Love!

Posted on November 25, 2013 by CelesteDeJesus

Come on, who hasn’t caught a glimpse of that stylish and ultimately chic bottle simply embellished with a ribbon? I still remember selling a few bottles of this lovely fragrance to guys who get easily swooned by the fact that it’s so feminine and classy, which makes it a great gift for their girlfriends.

Chloé has been popular for decades, from bags to fashion to fragrances, and continues to captivate a lot of women including hot celebrities.

Chloé is founded in 1952 by Gaby Aghion, an Egyptian-born Parisienne with a dark beauty and a bohemian spirit. Rejecting the stiff formality of the 50’s fashion, she creates soft, body conscious clothes from fine fabrics and called them “luxury prêt-à-porter”. Unique for their time, they are beautifully made clothes available off the rack.

And this holiday season, Chloé has launched limited edition gift sets, perfect for sweet, beautiful ladies who just love to smell great and elegant. And you’ll fall in love with these sets; adorable and chic packaging that matches the chic and sophisticated fragrance!

Capturing the spirit of women, the Chloé vision is not about one singular woman, but rather about the rich and varied personalities of all Chloé women. This fresh, smooth floral fragrance evokes sublime powdery rose. The effect is chic, comfortable, and entirely addictive. Top notes of pink peony, freesia, and lychee embody subtle freshness. At the heart, midnotes of magnolia flower, lily of the valley, and rose rise to sublimated femininity. A base of velvety elegance comes to fruition through cedarwood, amber, and honey.

Inspired by the details in Chloé’s fashion, the flacon’s heavy but softly curved and grooved glass reflects femininity and strength. The plated-silver top is embossed with the Chloé mark and adorned with a hand-tied ribbon.

Chloé EDP Premium Set

Eau de Parfum 50ml

Body Lotion 100ml

Price: RM326

Chloé EDP Prestige Set

Eau de Parfum 75ml

Body Lotion 100ml

Miniature 5ml

Price: RM400

Roses De Chloé is an invitation to tenderness. The rose immediately exudes incredible freshness. A sensation derived from the bergamot, which is gradually joined by a heart of damascena rose essence, modernised with a magnolia accord. Then, on the skin, the trail of white musk and amber, signature of the Chloé house.

Roses by Chloé Premium Set

Eau de Toilette 50ml

Body Lotion 75ml

Price: RM293

Roses by Chloé Prestige Set

Eau de Toilette 75ml

Body Lotion 75ml

Shower Gel 75ml

Price: RM360

See By Chloé embodies femininity while blending masculine codes in an urban-chic way. This fragrance captures the audaciousness and strong personality of the Chloé woman. An addictive floral fruity fragrance, it captures the irresistible and playful personality of a young woman fully embracing life. The fusing top of juicy bergamot and apple translate her energy and her urban edginess. Her natural femininity is conveyed through a beautiful floral bouquet of jasmine and ylang ylang that grows into a sexy veil of vanilla and addictive musks.

A strong and feminine bottle that revisits the Chloé codes combining high-end perfumery with modern details. The multi-faceted bottle with its silver ring, glass pleats and three adorable feet make the precious juice sparkle.

See by Chloé Premium Set

Eau de Parfum 50ml

Body Lotion 75ml

Price: RM245

See by Chloé Prestige Set

Eau de Parfum 75ml

Body Lotion 75ml

Shower Gel 75ml

Price: RM300

Chloé is available at leading department stores.

Celeste de Jesus

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FREE items to redeem with your copy of Malaysian Women’s Weekly this month!

Chic Chloé Gift Sets that Ladies will Surely Love!