Makeup Revolution Eyeshadow Palette and Lipstick – Tried and Tested

The most exciting color combination I’ve had so far…

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I haven’t been experimental with my purchases of eyeshadow palettes. I’m someone who sticks to my comfortable dark tones of purple, green, brown, blue and always mixed with black. I love the smokey eye look, which gives my eyes an illusion of bigger size. Well, my eyes are naturally small. 

So when I got my hands on this Makeup Revolution Eyeshadow Palette in Acid Brights, it was a mixed feeling of excitement and a bit of doubt. Those are really smashing colors! But can I get away with those? 

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A first glance at Makeup Revolution palette can immediately give you a happy feeling. Just look at the bright colors. It’s rainbow in a compact! Red, orange, yellow, green, blue, violet, just missing indigo, which I believe can easily be achieved by blending violet with black. Bright, catchy yet comes with the shade I can’t live without —- black —- this palette is simply an “eye candy”. 

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Price: RM32.00
Pure sellout – dupe alert! These are the ultimate palettes with ultra high payoff. Collectable, we cater equally mattes as the ever popular shimmers

Available in 10 variants:
Acid Brights, Essential Day to Night, Essential Mattes, Essential Shimmer, Hot Smoked, Iconic 1, Iconic 2, Iconic 3, Matte Brights, Romantic Smoked


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Color payoff is really amazing. See how bright the colors look on my skin. Among these colors, the top ones that I’d be using are definitely royal blue, metallic light blue, violet, olive green, silver and black for daily wear. White can be used to highlight, while deep pink, yellow, orange, pink and mint green can be applied for more dressy occasions. You can actually use deep pink and pink as blush! 

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Excitedly, I tried the palette for my first look using Makeup Revolution. This one will be a combination of blue and black shades. Here’s my eye transformation…

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For this quick, 5-minute eye makeup, these are my steps:
1 – I normally start with black lines and shade on my eyelid and under eye 
2 – I blend with 2 more colors, in this case royal blue then metallic light blue
3 – Blend again with black if you’d like a darker smokey eye or bigger eye effect
4 – Apply liquid eyeliner on the eyelid
5 – Eyes are done!


The look won’t be complete without adding a dash of color to the lips. I tried on this Makeup Revolution Lipstick in Chic color. Although I enjoy deep dark reds, I also love light pink shades that just add a soft touch of color to the lips. 

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Price: RM8.00
Outstanding formula and so affordable.

You will be amazed at the quality of the lipstick? This is your MUST HAVE lipstick, and better still, amazing value so you can collect them all! Over 20 shades of this creamy, long lasting lipstick with high colour payoff. From nudes to brights, and mattes to creamy there is something to suit everyone.


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This lipstick has a creamy texture and glides easily on the lips…and wait…it smells nice, too! I’m not sure what that scent is but it smells yummy. This one also has some glitter or shimmer effect. I like that the top cover shows the lipstick color so I don’t need to recall the shade inside. I’m sure a lot of us own probably 10 or more lipstick colors and it can be time-consuming to keep organising or recalling the color inside for each tube, each brand. This Makeup Revolution Lipstick is cleverly packaged. 
So here’s my before and after look with Makeup Revolution Eyeshadow Paletter and Lipstick. I love the blue and black eye colors and the lipstick was a lovely match!
(look at me here before makeup, definitely cannot live without colors, I look so pale)


Still excited to try and test my bronzer, lip power and concealer!

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Find out more about Makeup Revolution via:

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Website

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Instagram @ makeuprevolutionmalaysia 

About Makeup Revolution 
Makeup Revolution launched in London in March 2014 delivering revolutionary performance and quality, in every product at revolutionary prices. Made with the finest ingredients, the range starts at an amazing RM8, with a range of professional and must have products with limited edition collections – you can finally afford them all! A revolution in offering a comprehensive range of foundation and face products for all skin tones – from fair to dark, from yellow to pink tone – every shade has been covered, there is a shade and formulation foreveryone at a price everyone can afford. A revolution in offering the VERY latest trends and NEW fast.
With 300 affordable and desirable products in the range (so far!) collect them all, shop the trend and ensure you have the essentials from the range.
Born of passion …watch out makeup world.. The Makeup Revolution has begun in Malaysia.

10 Gift Ideas for Men & Women from Fossil

Not yet done with Holiday gift shopping? Check out these Fossil watches and accessories.

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Still contemplating on what to give a special someone? I love watches and would be so happy to receive a watch this Christmas! Of course, if I were to really dream for watches, yes, I’d want some luxury watches, too. But let’s talk about those luxury watches on another article.

This round, I’m happy to feature great gift ideas for men and women from Fossil. I think they have affordable, good quality and lasting watches and accessories. Fossil leather products are very practical, especially the wallets and business card holders. I have a Fossil watch from 2008 and it still looks great and the face is still scratch-free. 

So if you’re looking for useful yet stylish gifts for him or for her this season, take a peek into my 10 picks from Fossil’s collection…

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FOR HIM

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Nate Chronograph Leather Watch – Black
Price: RM679
Add some military-inspired style to your wrist with this matte black stainless steel watch. A casual black leather strap and grey indexes add instant polish to any look. This Nate watch also features a chronograph movement. 
Case Size: 50mm
Case Thickness: 13mm
Band Width: 24mm
Water Resistant: 5 ATM
Warranty: 2-year limited
Packaging: Presented in a genuine Fossil tin 
CelesteChoo’s comment: I think that this is a really cool watch. The solid black face is one-of-a-kind. Perfect for the sporty man.  


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Grant Chronograph Leather Watch – Brown
Price: RM489
With rich brown leather and punctuated Roman numerals, the classic Grant watch has everything you need for a best-dressed season. This Grant watch also features a chronograph movement. 
Band Width: 22 mm
Case Size: 44 mm
Case Thickness: 12 mm
: 200 mm(+/-5 mm)
: Strap buckle
Packaging: Presented in a genuine Fossil tin
Stone Count: N/A
Warranty: 2-year limited
Water Resistant: 5 ATM
CelesteChoo’s comment: I like the classy look of this chronograph. Great for office wear and casual attire.


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Grant Chronograph Stainless Steel Watch
Price: RM579
If classic is your choice, our one-of-a-kind Grant is a wrist essential you can rely on. A new minimalist black dial and refined rose gold-tone accents make this chronograph stylish enough for formal occasions, but built to withstand everyday use. 
Case Size: 44mm
Water Resistant: 5 ATM
Case Thickness: 13mm
: Single Press Deployant
Band Width: 22mm
Warranty: 2-year limited
: 200+/- 5MM
CelesteChoo’s comment: This is a classic piece, great for most colours of shirts. 


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Grant Chronograph Leather Watch – Blue
Price: RM579
With rich blue leather and punctuated Roman numerals, our classic Grant watch has everything you need for a best-dressed season. This Grant watch also features a chronograph movement. 
Band Width: 22mm
: Fossil
Case Size: 44mm
Case Thickness: 12mm
: 200mm (+/- 5mm)
: Strap buckle
Packaging: Presented in a genuine Fossil tin
Warranty: 2-year limited
Water Resistant: 5 ATM
CelesteChoo’s comment: This is a very stylish combination of leather and metal. Great for a man who is more experimental with colours. 

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Chain and Leather Bracelet
Price: RM269
Crafted with a mix of leather and steel, our stackable bracelet was influenced by the forms and materials found in retro planes and pilot uniforms. Accented with a new logo graphic. 
Details: Black leather bracelet with stainless steel chain and adjustable length
Measurements: Total Length 232mm, 12mm W x 2.5mm H
Material: Genuine Leather, Stainless Steel
CelesteChoo’s comment: Great for a man who loves wearing accessories. Rock hunk. 

FOR HER

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Jacqueline Three-Hand Stainless Steel Watch – Rose
Price: RM629
Feminine with a classic twist—Jacqueline is designed with our finest and most luxe materials to date. Polished-to-perfection steel and refined Roman numerals will add the finishing touch to any outfit. 
Band Width: 14mm
: Fossil
Case Size: 36mm
Case Thickness: 7mm
: 190 +/- 5mm
: Double Press Deployant
Warranty: 2-year limited
Water Resistant: 3 ATM
CelesteChoo’s comment: Simple and classic elegance. This is great for a lady who likes a polished, neat look. 


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Cecile Multifunction Stainless Steel Watch
Price: RM769
Up the glamour quotient with our impeccably designed, statement-making Cecile. In striking silver-tone steel, this go-for-bold timepiece outshines the season in a new light-catching pavé dial with 396 top-to-tonal crystals. 
Case Size: 40mm
Water Resistant: 10 ATM
Stone Count: 396 Clear Stones
Case Thickness: 12mm
: Single Press Deployant
Band Width: 20mm
Warranty: 2-year limited
: 190+/- 5MM
CelesteChoo’s comment: Studded, shiny and glamorous. Great for a lady who loves sparkles. I like how this chronograph was combined with jewels. 

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Cecile Multifunction Stainless Steel Watch – Rose 
Price: RM859
Up the glamour quotient with our impeccably designed, statement-making Cecile. In lovely rose gold-tone steel, this go-for-bold timepiece outshines the season in a new light-catching pavé dial with 396 top-to-tonal rose crystals. 
Case Size: 40mm
Water Resistant: 10 ATM
Stone Count: 396 Multitonal Stones
Case Thickness: 12mm
: Single Press Deployant
Band Width: 20mm
Warranty: 2-year limited
: 190+/- 5MM
CelesteChoo’s comment: Rose gold-tone version of the stainless steel model, I love this color of chronograph watch. Perfect for a lady who makes a strong statement. 

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Georgia Glitz Three Hand Stainless Steel Watch
Price: RM539
Our favorite timepiece for the season strikes just the right balance between delicate and daring. Sparkling crystal embellishments and a slim steel bracelet make Georgia chic and of-the-moment. This Georgia Glitz watch also features a three hand movement. 
: Fossil
Case Size: 32mm
Case Thickness: 9mm
: 175mm (+/-5mm)
: Adjust-O-Matic
Packaging: Presented in a genuine Fossil tin
Stone Count: 72 clear stones
Warranty: 2-year limited
Water Resistant: 5 ATM
CelesteChoo’s comment:  The slim stainless steel bracelet is very sexy. Crystal studs make this watch very stylish. 

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Barrel Stretch Bracelet
Price: RM179
Clean styling meets intricate crystals to create the season’s most covetable bracelet—wear it day to night. 
Details: Stretch bracelet of polished rose gold-tone barrel beads with clear crystal detail
Measurements: 2.4” Stretch
Material: Base Metal, Fabric Elastic, Glass Crystals
: Stretch
CelesteChoo’s comment: This is such an adorable bracelet! I love the stretch style, making it easier to wear on and off. Don’t you just hate those hard-to-wear bracelets when you’re in a hurry? And the color and studs are very stylish. 
I bought this Fossil watch for my husband a few months ago. I think the tin box is cool and practical as it’s easy to reuse versus those typical boxes. 

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(Product photos, except last, and information via www.fossil.com, prices via Fossil printed brochure)

For more great gift ideas from Fossil, visit www.fossil.com or drop by a Fossil boutique near you:

Suria KLCC
The Gardens
Sunway Pyramid
1 Utama
Setia City Mall
Empire Subang
Gurney Plaza
Kinta City
Aeon Station 18
Komtar JBCC

Opening Soon – IOI City Mall


Contact Lens Shopping at MrLens.com.my

No time to rush outside to refill your lens supply? Save time and effort by simply buying online.
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I’ve been a contact lens user for 3 years now and for the past few years, I’ve always been buying them at retail shops. It was very convenient for me before because the nature of my previous jobs involve regular visits to the mall and I can quickly grab the lens wherever I was. 

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I stumbled upon Mr Lens in my affiliate program list and it looked interesting. Moreover, I barely have time to drop by the mall nowadays and I’m finding it a waste of time to purposely go there to replenish my lens supply. I’d rather spend that ‘shopping time’ for shoes, clothes, educational books and kids stuff. After all, if I already know the contact lens I need, the brand that I’m comfortable with and the power details, why can’t I replenish it in an easier, faster, more convenient way?

I decided to try Mr Lens for the first time, around early November. I ordered my usual brand, Acuvue Oasys with Hydraclear Plus, for bi-weekly use. This was the first brand and type recommended to me by the ophthalmologist and until today, even after trying other reputable brands, I find that this is the most comfortable one for my eyes. It doesn’t dry out my eyes and it doesn’t feel like I’m wearing contact lens at all. 

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I really liked the first delivery from this online contact lens shopping site. See the cute lens case that came together with my order, which coincided with the Halloween season. Oh, and it also came with a Chupa Chups lollipop! 

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The website is simple, functional, nothing too fancy if you expect it to be spectacular like beauty, fashion or makeup sites. Although I feel that it can still be improved, I somehow find it easy to use and just serves the purpose of letting you order the contact lens you need. It also accepts several payment options, including PayPal, which even makes it convenient to shop with. 

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I ordered for the 2nd time to replenish my lens supply and my contact lens still arrived together with a sweet treat. Hmmm, I’m not sure what’s the relevance of a lollipop with the contact lens but hey, we all enjoy free treats! This is really cool. 

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Items are packed inside a resealable plastic bag. And another thing that I appreciate with this service is the included booklet of care tips for use of contact lens. I find it very helpful to have these reminders to make sure that I take care of my eyes and contact lens properly. 

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The prices are good, too! I normally buy this set of contact lens at RM99 from retail shops but I can get it for only RM85 with FREE delivery. 

I think that online shopping is now my first option for purchasing my contact lenses. MrLens.com.my also has other eye products such as branded sunglasses, glasses, daily contact lens, weekly contact lens, monthly lens, coloured and toric lenses. With cheaper prices, free delivery, ease and convenience, this is definitely a must-visit shopping site. I sometimes use daily wear contact lenses by Acuvue as well so I will order it via MrLens soon. 


According to www.mrlens.com.my 

2 week lenses are particularly suitable for being used for a period of 14 days if the contact lenses are removed in the evening. It is also possible to wear them continuously for one week. Due to the high oxygen permeability, your eyes do not experience a feeling of dryness, even after wearing the lenses for a longer period of time.

Julie Hewett Bijou Collection Lip Color

My latest lip colour purchase is a Julie Hewett Bijou Lipstick!

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If you’ve read my previous articles about lip colour, you’d know that I don’t really keep a lot of different lip colours. At the moment, I only have around 11 lip colours – 2 MACs, 1 Dior, 1 Inglot and a few other brands, 5 of which are in a cosmetic pouch in my everyday bag. I only used to have 2 lip colours that travel with me so 5 is actually a massive improvement!

A few months ago, I noticed this brand, Julie Hewett, in Luxola and it had interesting lip colours so I decided to give it a try. The Bijou collection had several colours with codes in girls’ names – Lulu, Jacqueline, Simone, and a few more including Celeste. Well, I would have tried ‘Celeste’ but it was in an orange shade which doesn’t work for me. I decided to try the colour Lulu. 

Luxola is very efficient in processing orders, I received my Julie Hewett lipstick within 2 days. This lipstick comes in a black box with simple and clean white text. 

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Julie Hewett Bijou Collection Lipstick
Color: Lulu
14 oz net weight, 4g 
Made in USA
Free from parabens
Price: RM77
Bought from: Luxola MY


I was looking for rose-pink red shade that will be lighter than my rich red ones. Although I’m in love with my kick-ass red shades, I sometimes need softer tones to complete my look or when I am presenting to senior management or when having a business-changing meeting. Rich red lipsticks can signify a woman of strength but when you have a conservative audience who might feel threatened by domineering personality, a sheer lipstick is a good choice.

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The Lulu color is described by Julie Hewett as a luscious passion fruit pink. It is a few shades lighter than my Mac Rihanna and Inglot red lipsticks but darker than my semi-nude Dior lip color. 

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I love the texture and feel of this lipstick. Because it is formulated with camellia oil, the Bijou Collection lipsticks are hydrating and comfortable on the lips. 
I also love the simple, sleek black and silver packaging. It is very compact, slightly smaller than my other lipsticks, making it easier to slide into a smaller cosmetic pouch. 
So here’s my look with my new Julie Hewett Lulu lip color (gasp! I just noticed that my lip here before applying lipstick was so dry). With its sheer texture, this lipstick gives my lips a soft dab of color that is wearable everyday and for every occasion. Julie Hewett is definitely a makeup brand that I can easily get addicted to!
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And I just learned from the Julie Hewett Facebook page that they are launching this beautiful Camellia Balm in a stick form next week on their website! I don’t think it will have a retail shop in Malaysia soon but I’m looking forward to see it on Luxola. 
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About Julie Hewett Bijou Collection
Julie Hewett has done it again with the Bijou Collection: a group of luscious lipsticks that can be worn sheer for a delicate hint of color, or layered for more intensity. Sheer pigments make these lipsticks perfect for everyday wear and are a real treat for lips, thanks to the hydrating properties of Camellia oil. 
Benefits – Contains essence of orange blossom and healing camellia oil
Some of the colours: 
Celeste –  a tropical peachy coral as seen on Olivia Wilde in the movie “Cowboys and Aliens”.
Edie –   a true pink nude and ideal to pair with your favorite smokey eye. Created for Debra Messing on the set of “The Women”.
Jules –  a stellar henna hue that Julie created for herself (shhh!).
Kiki –  a precious peony mauve-pink and one of our bestsellers.
Lulu –  a luscious passion fruit pink and created on the set of “Solaris” as inspired by Natasha MacAlhone. 

Ingredients:
Ricinus Communis (Castor) Seed Oil, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Bis-Diglyceryl Polyacyladipate-2, Octyl Dodecanol, Lanolin Oil, Euphorbia Cerifera (Candelilla) Wax, Isopropyl Myristate, Tricaprylin, Mangifera Indica (Mango) Seed Butter, Copernicia Cerifera (Carnauba) Wax, Beeswax, Microcrystalline Wax, Camellia Sinensis Seed Oil, Vitis Vinifera (Grape) Seed Oil, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Oil, Tocopheryl Acetate (Vitamin E Acetate), Caprylyl Glycol (And) Hexylene Glycol (And) Phenoxyethanol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Bht. May Also Contain: Mica ( Ci 77019), Iron Oxides (Ci 77491, Ci 77492, Ci 77499), Titanium Dioxide (Ci 77891), Carmine (Ci 75470), Blue # 1 Lake (Ci 42090), Red 6 (Ci 15850), Red 7 Lake (Ci 15850), Red 22 Lake (Ci 45380), Red 27 (Ci 45410), Red 28 Lake (Ci 45410), Red 30 (Ci 73360), Red 33 Lake (Ci 17200), Yellow 5 Lake (Ci 19140), Yellow 6 Lake (Ci 15985).

Find out more about Julie Hewett via:

Julia Hewett Facebook Page http://www.facebook.com/JulieHewettLA 

Julia Hewett Website  http://www.juliehewett.net/ 

Win a Car with L’Oreal Paris Beauty Countdown!

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

For complete terms and conditions, click HERE






My 8 Festive Gift Picks from Crabtree & Evelyn

Let’s keep the Holiday Gifts ideas rolling…here are more gift sets that I came across with! Oh, excited to go Christmas shopping!
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My Pick #1:
Big Top Twelve Hand Therapy Musical Tin  
RM288 – contains Hand Therapy 25g x 12
This wonderful and entertaining gift contains twelve of much-loved and ultra-moisturising Hand Therapy creams. Rich and decoratively presented in the 2014 Seasonal Spectacular designed collectable musical tin, which features a traditional wind-up mechanism on the base and plays Sleigh Ride by Leroy Anderson. I think this can be a great set to buy if you want to give something to a group of friends or colleagues. Price for 12 pieces will only be around RM24 each and you get to keep the collectible musical tin!
Contains:
Rosewater Hand Therapy 25g
Nantucket Briar Hand Therapy 25g
Gardeners Hand Therapy 25g
La Source Hand Therapy 25g
Summer Hill Hand Therapy 25g
Citron, Honey & Coriander Hand Therapy 25g
Lavender Hand Therapy 25g
Pomegranate, Argan & Grapeseed Hand Therapy 25g
Evelyn Rose Hand Therapy 25g
Lily Hand Therapy 25g
Tarocco Orange, Eucalyptus & Sage Hand Therapy 25g
Verbena & Lavender de Provence Hand Threrapy 25g
Large decorative wind-up Musical Tin


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My Pick #2:

Scentsational Six Hand Therapy Musical Tin

RM158 – contains Hand Therapy 25g x 6
This one is half of my first pick. Give the gift of soft, smooth and supple hands with C&E’s Hand Therapy in 6 favourite fragrances, beautifully presented in the 2014 Seasonal Spectacular designed collectable musical tin, which also features a traditional wind-up mechanism on the base and plays Sleigh Ride by Leroy Anderson.
Contains:
Nantucket Briar Hand Therapy 25g
Rosewater Hand Therapy 25g
Pomegranate, Argan & Grapeseed Hand Therapy 25g
Gardeners Hand Therapy 25g
La Source Hand Therapy 25g
Lavender Hand Therapy 25g
Decorative wind-up Musical Tin
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My Pick #3:
La Source Bath & Body Duo
RM140 – contains a body wash and body lotion
Perfect gift for everyone and anyone who enjoys bathing! Give the gift of silky soft and wonderfully scented skin this Christmas with a decoratively presented La Source Bath & Body Duo gift set. With a relaxing, green marine fragrance reminiscent of the sea, La Source Shower Gel gently cleanses and refreshes, while La Source Body Lotion moisturises and conditions the skin.
Contains:
Relaxing Body Wash 250ml
Relaxing Body Lotion 250ml
Seasonal Spectacular design Gift Box
Fragrance: A crisp, clean scent of refreshing aquatic notes, musk, and gentle shoreline breezes.
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My Pick #4:
Nantucket Briar Bath & Body Duo
RM150 – contains shower gel and scented body lotion
Give the gift of silky soft and wonderfully scented skin this Christmas with this decoratively presented Nantucket Briar Bath & Body Duo. With a soft and classic oriental fragrance, the Bath & Shower Gel gently cleanses and conditions, while Body Lotion  locks moisture into the skin.
Contains:
Nantucket Briar Bath & Shower Gel 200ml
Nantucket Briar Body Lotion 200ml
Seasonal Spectacular design Gift Box
Fragrance: A blend of briar roses, bergamot, fresh greens, amber and vanilla.
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My Pick #5:
Summer Hill Bath & Body Duo
RM150 – contains shower gel and body lotion
Give the gift of silky soft and wonderfully scented skin this Christmas with this Summer Hill Duo. With a warm and floral fragrance, our Summer Hill Bath & Shower Gel gently cleanses and conditions and Summer Hill Body Lotion locks moisture into the skin.
Contains:
Summer Hill Shower Gel 200ml
Summer Hill Body Lotion 200ml
Seasonal Spectacular design Gift Box
Fragrance: Warm, white floral blend of summer grasses, wildflowers and orchard fruits.
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My Pick #6:
Rosewater Bath & Body Duo
RM150 – contains shower gel and body lotion
Brighten this festive season by giving the gift of silky soft and wonderfully scented skin with decoratively presented Rosewater Bath & Body Duo gift set. With a captivating and elegant floral fragrance, Rosewater Bath & Shower gel gently cleanses and conditions, while Rosewater Body Lotion helps lock moisture deep into the skin.
Contains:
Rosewater Bath & Shower Gel 250ml
Rosewater Body Lotion 245ml
Seasonal Spectacular design Gift Box
Fragrance:Captivating rosewater surrounded with light notes of violet, florals, and musk.
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My Pick #7:
Porcelain Diffuser 180ml
RM230
Wouldn’t you want to smell the holidays in the air? Indulge in the continuous and celebratory fragrance of Noël with elegantly designed porcelain bird-shaped diffuser. A captivatingly decorative and festively scented addition to any home for the Christmas season, the porcelain bird is designed to draw in the oil and diffuse the fragrance into the room. Look at that adorable bird! Would be very nice to have that on the coffee or side table.

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A great holiday season centerpiece
Porcelain bird-shaped diffuser
Exquisite fragrance without flames
Allow 24-36 hours for the fragrance to start to diffuse into the room
Fragrance:  Irresistible festive blend of fresh balsams, persimmon and citrus fused with spicy star anise, clove and nutmeg.

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My Pick #8:
Large Poured Candle
RM150
Create a luxurious glow and ambiance in anybody’s home for the holiday season with this festively fragrant Hollyberry candle. Presented in a beautifully bold frosted purple jar, this Hollyberry Poured Candle will decorate the home with the festive, warm and welcoming scent of just-cut foliage, plump wild fruits and trails of inviting spices. Inspired by crimson berries and fresh, green leaves, this fruity fragrance captures the magic of winter with red currant, fig and frankincense notes. And simply because I just love the color purple, this gift immediately caught my attention.
Provides a long-lasting scent
Beautiful frosted purple glass
Presented in an elegant Crabtree & Evelyn signature festive box
Approximately 45 hours of total burn time
Fragrance: Hollyberry is a festive fruity fragrance that captures the magic of winter with red currant, fig and frankincense notes infused with crimson berries and fresh, green leaves.

And I just love this season’s gift box designs. It’s very different from the simple, floral C&E boxes.

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All these gift sets are in limited availability and stocks within Malaysia. For stocks and prices, check with a Crabtree & Evelyn shop near you.
Photos and gift details captured from Crabtree & Evelyn UK site

6 Wonderful Wine Gift Ideas for Christmas and New Year


Yay, we’re quickly approaching Christmas season! 
Time to plan for gifts, do more shopping and give joy to loved ones! The ‘BER’ months always get me excited and happy and nostalgic all at the same time. If you’ve read my gift posts from last year, you’d know that in Philippines, we start our Christmas shopping early. Malls will be in holiday mood and decoration with Christmas trees, tinsels and other shiny things. I just love Christmas season! 


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It’s the time of the year when I start sharing about gift ideas. These include gifts that I’d consider shopping for my loved ones and other ideas that I think would be great for you, too. Isn’t it exciting yet sometimes challenging to look for gifts? So here I am to share some thoughts with you. 

First on my list are yummy wine gifts. This kind of gift is more for the unconventional and for those who want to give the gift of experience or fine taste. If your loved one or friend is someone who enjoys really good food, someone who enjoys fine dining and other luxuries in life, wine would be a great choice as this gives them an experience from a bottle (or two). Imagine giving them a bottle of a wonderful French Sauvignon Blanc. It would be like giving them the experience of the beautiful country of France with every sip of that white wine from their glass. Wines are also a great accompaniment to the merriment of dining, making food talk even more enjoyable with the sparkle of wines. 

Wines also make a professional and premium gift for clients, for customers and for bosses. Of course, you need to gauge if your recipients do enjoy wine (but hey, who would throw a bottle of wine?). Some would have specific preference, maybe red wine versus white wine versus sparkling. And those who have been enjoying wines longer would probably have very specific likes, maybe Malbec or Shiraz or Chardonnay or Cava. Some would even want wines only from France or Australia. But whatever their preferences are, giving them wines as gifts will definitely give you a touch of class and elegance. They’ll be impressed with your gift choice.  

Here are some wine gift ideas, all available at online wine delivery service in Malaysia, www.winetalk.com.my 

A. For White Wine Lovers

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Spanish white wine set at RM128
2 bottles of Val de Vid Rueda blend + Free gift box
Grapes: Verdhelo
Country: Spain
Region: Rueda
Type: White wine
Vintage: 2011
Flavor: Dry
Body: Medium


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Australian Sauvignon Blanc set at RM144
2 bottles of Wine Men of Gotham Sauvignon Blanc + Free gift box
Grapes: Sauvignon Blanc
Country: Australia
Region: South Australia
Type: White wine
Vintage: 2012
Flavor: Fruity
Body: Light


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Australian Pinot Grigio set at RM144
2 bottles of Wine Men of Gotham Pinot Grigio + Free gift box
Grapes: Pinot Grigio
Country: Australia
Region: South Australia
Type: White wine
Vintage: 2011
Flavor: Fruity
Body: Light

B. For Red Wine Lovers

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French Red Wine set at RM150
2 bottles of Chinon ‘Les Messanges de Pallus’ + Free gift box
Grapes: Cabernet Franc
Country: France
Region: Loire Valley
Type: Red wine
Vintage: 2012
Flavor: Dry
Body: Medium


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Spanish Red Wine set at RM184
2 bottles of Bodegas Baigorri ‘Crianza’ + Free gift box
Grapes: Tempranillo
Country: Spain
Region: Rioja
Type: Red wine
Flavor: Dry
Body: Medium


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Australian Red Wine set at RM350
2 bottles of BK Wines ‘Cult’ Single Vineyard Shiraz + Free gift box
Grapes: Shiraz
Country: Australia
Region: Adelaide Hills
Type: Red wine
Vintae: 2012
Flavor: Fruity
Body: Full


You can also pick your own choice of wine combination. Just choose 2 or more of the wines you want to give as gifts and buy the gift box at only RM11.90.
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And here’s even better news! Only for my readers, you can use this voucher code – BLOG50CC – to get RM50 OFF when you purchase RM300 of normal-priced wines!

Woohooo! Christmas, Christmas…keep the gifts coming!

Lego City Police Truck for 5-12 Years Old

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

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

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

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LEGO Shop @ The Curve
Lot 168, First Floor, The Curve, Mutiara Damansara
Tel: +603 77328029
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China Glaze Nail Polish in ‘So Blue Without You’ Shade

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

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

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

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I’ve purchased 2 China Glaze nail polish colors from Philippines when I went back home a few months ago. The green color is very nice and I love how different lighting changes the sheen of the polish (check my review HERE).
This time, I’ve tested the 2nd color – So Blue Without You – that is a metallic royal blue shade. And I had time to try it on my fingernails.
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China Glaze
Nail Lacquer with Hardeners
Price: P350 or around RM30
(In Malaysia, I believe it’s around RM42)
Content: 14ml
Made in USA
Life after opening: 36 months
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I used it with my other nail care products:

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

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The color is flattering and it works well with my skin tone. I love the sheen of metallic colors as it plays around with lighting. Another good thing about China Glaze nail polishes is that it contains nail hardeners so it does help to make my nails less prone to chipping. It works together with my Sally Hansen Nail Hardener base coat.
You may also want to check out the China Glaze website as they feature hundreds of beautiful colors and you can even test it out virtually, too! That is so cool.
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China Glaze Virtual Nail Polish Color Studio (pic from China Glaze website)
Check out more interesting and inspirational colors at
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About China Glaze Nail Polish
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China Glaze believes in the power and beauty within every woman. We believe in putting your best-pedicured foot forward. And we say, don’t hide those hands because you’re worried they show your age, but talk with them because the color at your finger tips speaks volumes!
China Glaze offers a broad selection of long-wearing nail lacquers with hardeners and essential treatments at a great value. The brand is dedicated to providing nail technicians with globally appealing, on-trend, high quality nail lacquers and treatments. We offer innovative and fresh ideas to the polish industry!
Visit www.chinaglaze.com for more information

Exfoliate to Smoother Skin with Soap & Glory Flake Away

Do you use a body scrub at least once a week? You must check out this S&G item…

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I received a set of Soap & Glory products last Christmas from my sister-in-law and I really loved the contents of this set. It was just last week when I started using its Flake Away, a body scrub made of brown-color suds. 
Like some ladies, I also forget or get lazy at times to use a once or twice a week product. But did you know that using a gentle body scrub to exfoliate is very important in maintaining healthy and smooth skin? Applying moisturizers or lotion regularly will not work as efficient as they could when we don’t exfoliate. The challenge is that our skin continuously develops dead skin cells. These dead skin cells remain as additional layers that block nutrients from moisturizers to reach the skin. We need to slough it off; otherwise our skin will look dull, rough, unhealthy or simply old. Now, we don’t want that, right?

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So I’ve learned to spend a few minutes once or twice a week to use a good body scrub. This Soap & Glory Flake Away is just great for me. I love the scent, which leaves a trail of fresh fragrance (what S&G calls Original Pink fragrance) on the skin after bathing. 

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I love that that the scrub easily melts on the skin after a few circular motions, making scrubbing easy and convenient. Some scrubs take long to work or don’t melt at all. Maybe some people like that but I prefer the Flake Away suds. 

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My skin feels smooth and supple just right after my first use. It’s getting addictive for me but I limit use to twice a week. Great to use on the entire body and works on the feet, too! Between you and me, it feels nice to use this on the butt area. I have smooth, lovely skin over there after use.
What it is:

A superhero strength skin smoothing body polish with shea butter, sweet almond oil, peach seed powder, sea salt and sugar. Transforms your scaly legs from reptilian to radiant. Scented with our Original Pink™ fragrance. 
How to use:
  • Apply a handful of Flake Away on to damp skin.
  • Massage in circular motions until most of the grains are gone. 
  • Rinse well, pat dry and apply body glossing oil or moisture butter.

(Careful! Avoid application over irritated skin or abrasions, as salt scrubs can sting.)  
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I love using this after my Salvatore Ferragamo shower gel. 

Where to buy in Malaysia: Sephora Outlets
But if you are going to Thailand, you might want to check it out at Boots because they have bigger sizes and better prices or promos, too. Just remember to check it in with your luggage if you buy more than 100ml variants. 
Happy scrubbing!
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