Eskayvie i-Qids for Health & Brain Development Product Review

With a synergistic formula to support healthy growth, body, brain and immune function, Eskayvie i-Qids supplement will enrich our kids’ and our lives from within

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Many scientists and researchers believe that the first five years create the foundation for our children to accomplish key developmental advances in their mind and body. “Early child development sets the foundation for lifelong learning, behavior, and health. The experiences children have in early childhood shape the brain and the child’s capacity to learn, to get along with others, and to respond to daily stresses and challenges.” (www.beststart.org)

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I personally agree that I need to build or influence my son’s character, habits, emotional and physical development in the best way I can at this stage. He will soon be 5 years old and I’m worried that he’s not getting sufficient nutrition, as he should. At the age of 4, he still doesn’t eat full proper meals and this worries me.

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During a health and beauty talk conducted by CEO Dr Syid Ayob Syid Mustafa Al-Qudri, who has over 15 years of experience in alternative medicine research and formulates the products of Eskayvie, I discovered how I can assist my son’s health and brain development with a simple addition to his daily beverage aside from milk and water.
Eskayvie has recently launched i-Qids, a brain booster supplement that keeps the brain healthy and enhances the memory with its truly revolutionary formula, delivering DHA (docosahexanoic acid), ALA (alpha linoleic acid) and PC (phospholipid complex) in one synergistic drink. But don’t be mistaken; this product is good for both kids and adults! 
So I excitedly unpacked the box of i-Qids to start with my son’s healthy development regimen. The box contains 20 individual sachets and a booklet containing information in 3 languages: English, Chinese and Malay. I find this very helpful and considerate of the brand. I’ve seen and used other nutritional products that do not provide information in English. It’s such a pain trying to understand instructions. Luckily, Eskayvie’s i-Qids booklet comes in English, too.

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How to use i-Qids for children below 12 years of age:
Mix 1 sachet with 150ml of cold or room temperature water and it’s ready to drink. Take before breakfast. For kids 1-12 years old, take 1 sachet a day. For children and adults above 12, take 2 sachets daily. (Note: It is not recommended to be mixed with warm water as this will destroy nutrients.)
My style:
Mix the contents of the sachet in 100ml room temperature water in a shaker. Shake a few times until liquid is fully mixed with powder. I add 50ml of cold water to make it yummier for my son to drink.

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My son is a bit fussy with what cup he uses. So I have to transfer the drink into his cup with straw.
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And here he is, enjoying his Eskayvie i-Qids chocolate drink.
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Eskayvie’s i-Qids comes in convenient sachets, which make it travel-friendly and easy to use. It has a delicious chocolate flavor that both kids and adults will love. 
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What are the benefits of taking i-Qids:
  • Helps develop a stronger body defense
  • Provides a potent array of immune factors
  • Helps promote growth and development
  • Helps support nervous system development
  • Supports memory and alertness
  • Helps promote brainpower and intelligence
  • Supports school performance and study
  • Helps to control hyperactivity
  • Helps to build stronger bone and teeth
  • Helps promote bowel health
  • Helps maintain a healthy, functional gastrointestinal tract and gut integrity
  • Promotes better sleep
  • Helps promote muscle relaxation
  • Helps promote healthy joint and improve mobility

Results will definitely vary with each individual, as with other food products or supplements. We must ensure that our children also get proper nutrition from other food sources every day. My son has been taking i-Qids now for 2 weeks and he’s been free from colds, cough or flu when he normally catches one of these once in a while. I’m sure that together with healthy food and, of course, proper guidance, my son will have better chances in having high IQ with Eskayvie’s i-Qids! For now, I’m thankful that he’s enjoying the taste of this chocolate drink and seems to be better at warding off flu.
Price: RM59 (WM) for 20 sachets
Where to buy: Guardian and via www.eskayvie.com 
For further inquiries, contact Eskayvie at +603 5511 1050 or visit their website at www.eskayvie.com
Stay updated with Eskayvie via their Facebook page: http://www.facebook.com/eskayviemalaysia 


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I-QIDS 
I-Qids is a brain booster supplement that keeps your brain stays healthy and enhance your memory with its truly revolutionary formula, delivering DHA, ALA and PC in one synergistic drink!
It is a cutting edge formula, combining well researched brain nutrients of Memofortex™ (Phospholipid concentrate) and Omegalinol™ (DHA and Alpha Linoleic Acid) along with the health supporting benefits of Co-isolate, Vitaral™, Colostrum and Algalithe®. It is a must for all ages to ensure having a strong brainpower & memory to stay ahead on your daily chores of work & studies.
i-Qids also serves as a very special pack that helps a child’s growth not just physically but mentally too. With all other nutrients in i-Qids, it provides all level of healthy development for children where their social, emotional and educational needs are met. It sets a strong early foundation for growth and learning so that your child has the best possible start in life.
Complete innovative formulation all in one
I-Qids comprises of branded ingredients that provide all the nutrients children need on a daily basis. The combination of Omega-3, Phosphatidylserine and Phosphatidylcholinecan help spark your brain’s excellence as certified by hundreds of international clinic studies. Certainly a wise and worthwhile investment for the future of your beloved child!
Omegalinol™in I-Qids is widely recognized for their positive role in the health of the brain, heart, skin, joints, eyes and has many other benefits. Algalitheprovides the body with a rich supply of minerals and recommended for healthy growth of the bone and teeth. Colostrumcontains with immunoglobulin G (IgG) and lactoferrin to provide maximum protection against common diseases such as colds, flu, cough and diarrhoea.
Memofortex™ helps brain cells communicate and influences how well receptors function. These will help to support healthy memory, mood, mental clarity, concentration, alertness and focus. Vitaral™ consists of a full-spectrum of multivitamin and minerals, which are essential to ensure the foundation of health. Co-isolated compounds help promote a healthy growth and have variety of other functions such as to accelerate tissue healing, new bone formation and have been demonstrated as anti-inflammatory, immunomodulatory, antiviral and antifungal.
I-Qids, the best start for you and your child!
Eskayvie Sdn Bhd is a dynamic company that operates in Malaysia, not only developing its business in the local market but it also serves as a strategic hub to expand the business to countries in Asia and the Middle East. Eskavie is recognized as competetive brand in health and beauty industries based on bio-technology, innovation and commitment to upgrade the quality of health of its customers.
Eskavie proudly introduces its latest product, i-Qids, functioning as a brain booster supplement, has been getting lots of fame recently. I-Qids uses an advance fomulation, combining well researched brain nutrients of Memofortex™ (Fospolipid concentrate) and Omegalinol™ (DHA and Alpha Linoleic Acid) along with the health supporting benfits of Co-isolate, Vitaral™, Colostrum and Algalithe®. I-Qids increases the body’s immune system, memory and concentration, as well as increase the development and growth of the body.
  

Shoe Shopping at Charles & Keith Sale

Give a girl the right shoes, and she can conquer the world.Marilyn Monroe

A girl can never have too many shoes. Only a handful of men would understand this. Luckily, my hubby never complained, but he does ask how many pairs of feet do I have. Haha!
So when I saw the ‘SALE’ sign at Charles & Keith in Mid Valley last week, I had to check it out. The collections with discount were very tempting but I’m quite picky with shoes. My feet tend to easily tire and be painful with certain styles. With years of shoe-shopping experience, I already know what styles my feet are comfortable with.

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Charles & Keith shoes at RM79.90 (NP: RM165.90)

The first pair I picked was this lovely sand-gray open-toe shoes with ankle strap. What caught my eyes were the hot pink heels. Those heels give this pair a posh flair versus if it were the same color as the rest. Well, I wouldn’t have bought it if it didn’t have those pink heels.

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I don’t normally go for ankle straps because it is too time-consuming to put on and take off. I change into at least 2 pairs of shoes everyday: 1 flat pair for walking from the car to the office, and 1 high-heel pair inside the office. It’s just more comfortable to wear flats while walking at the parking lot, it’s ready for running if there’s danger, and it makes my official working shoes last longer. So if I were to use ankle strap shoes, it has to be an easy-to-wear type, like this pair of Charles & Keith shoes. Although it has the illusion of belt-type strap, it’s actually just a slot-in.
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Charles & Keith shoes at RM79.90 (NP: RM159.90)

I also got this black pair of closed toe with sling-back strap. I have weird, choosy feet. I cannot really wear completely closed leather shoes, unless it’s flat and soft. My toes tend to get painful and sore. It has to be either open-toe or closed-toe but with exposed heel.

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This fine black pair has very nice buckle strap that adds finesse to the solid color of the shoe. The brown grain details of the heels add texture and style. My recent purchases were mostly wedge heels so I wanted to try using slimmer heels again. And this one is really sexy.
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Charles & Keith is definitely the brand of shoes that I have most of. When I went to JPO (Johor Premium Outlets) a few months ago, I also grabbed this cute pair of flats. Yes, we all love high, tall shoes but we also need a good pair of flats to calm our tired feet and legs down after hours with high heels.
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If I remember it right, I got this pair for RM55 at JPO

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This pair has a very nice buckle detail on the toe box featuring the Charles & Keith brand name.

I do buy other brands, too, but these Charles & Keith pairs are just worth the article: lovely details, worthy prices and long-lasting quality. Happy shoe shopping, ladies!
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For more info about Charles & Keith shoes, handbags, accessories and more, visit http://www.facebook.com/pages/Charles-Keith/157130102253
To discover the latest styles and what’s coming soon, visit http://www.charleskeith.com

Fashion Shopping at Duriana Sale Event

Isn’t it a great idea to have a marketplace where you can sell pre-loved items?
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Duriana successfully held its first fashion-focused Market in the Skies yesterday at the rooftop of La Scala Restaurant. Thanks to Duriana for inviting me (including my naughty son) to check out this sale event.

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There were a lot of things to check out. Each vendor had a booth or tent where they displayed different types of merchandise ranging from dresses, shorts, skirts, pants, blouses, shoes and accessories to beauty products and cookies! Exciting collection and fashion items, indeed! And the best part of it, prices even start as low as RM6 for an item. Can you believe that?

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I didn’t have much time to go around as my son kept nagging me to go to KLCC (well, he saw the twin towers on our way to La Scala and I also promised him that I’ll take him there). We had some juices from the bar then walked around Duriana’s sale event.

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I want to thank the gorgeous lady of HMEHGERDwho sweetly gave this pumpkin deco item to my son. She noticed that my son was nagging me for it even when I told him that it’s not for sale. Thank you, gorgeous lady. Sorry, I missed your name.
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Thanks to HMEHGERD for this pumpkin item

HMEHGERD was selling a lot of beautiful items, and I liked this ultra shiny pouch (is it a pouch, mini purse, phone wallet? Whatever, haha). It was available in 3 colors and I asked my son to pick; he chose the red one. Did I say that it was only RM19?
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Red shiny POSH mini purse at only RM19

More booths were selling very nice accessories at low, low price of RM10. Look at all these!
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Accessories at RM10

Mad Treats was selling cookies while allowing you to try them first. My son was a bit shy but I knew he was eyeing the cookies so I bought a pack of “Chris Breezy” for only RM6.
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Yummy cookies at only RM6 with FREE tasting


Check out this adorable box by The Kooky Project. I thought it was for pizza because it was displayed together with Mad Treats cookies but upon asking, I discovered that this was actually for clothes. Creative huh? With this box, your dresses won’t be overly crumpled vs a bag!
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The Kooky Project box for clothes

FH Club display of accessories and cosmetics 

FH Clubwas selling a lot of fashion items including beauty and cosmetics stuff. They had necklaces, earrings, bracelets, wristlets, including face masks, hand and body lotions, mascara, CC cream and eye shadow!
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My son’s pick for the shopping day – Blue Bird lotion at RM22 from FH Club

My son did the shopping for me. He picked this blue bird with lotion inside. His target was the cute blue bird container.
I’m sure the other guests had a good time checking out the Duriana fashion sale event. There are pretty things to buy at very low prices.
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I think it’s a clever idea to have this kind of social market place. A lot of women, like me, love to shop and sometimes we end up not actually using them and it’s such a waste. Why not sell them instead of letting these things get old? Check out Duriana online and learn how you can make money from your pre-loved stuff! Or if you don’t want to sell anything, check out what pre-loved items you can buy online via Duriana!
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Me at Duriana Shopping Event in La Scala, KL

Here is my small loot yesterday.  Gotta love those brand new red shiny Posh pouch, lotion and cute pumpkin.
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ABOUT DURIANA
Duriana is a new mobile-first, peer-to-peer marketplace app available in Malaysia and Singapore. Unlike existing classified e-commerce systems such as Mudah and Lelong, Duriana positions itself as a social selling app, which merges the functions of Instagram and eBay. Duriana allows you to discover a world of amazing products for sale – from your friends & neighbors, trendy blogshops or cool local shops you have yet to discover. The app is available for download on iPhone, iPad and Android systems at http://www.duriana.com/.
Find out how you can sell your pre-loved items through Malaysia’s biggest online  marketplace via http://www.duriana.com/
Stay connected to Duriana through their FB page at:

Lego Shop and Model Display in Bangsar Village

At this age, I am still fascinated by Lego bricks. And I’m happy to see that my son shares the same adoration for these tiny pieces of genius.

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LEGO Shop now open at Lot 29, 2nd Floor, Bangsar Village II

Last weekend, my-in-laws, my husband, my son and I went strolling around Bangsar Village for a fun Sunday. We don’t regularly come to this area, my husband’s place of business is mainly at The Curve so my son and I would sometimes join him on a Saturday afternoon. So I was surprised to learn that a Lego shop is now open in Bangsar Village.
What grabbed my son’s attention from outside the mall was the huge poster or ad wrapping the exterior of the bridge connecting Bangsar Village I and II. Expectedly, my son kept asking to see Lego while we were looking for a parking space. And so we walked to Bangsar Village II, guess what we saw at Level 1?
A display wonderland of Lego city models!

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There’s a city model display called LEGO friends where you’ll see beautiful structures for girls.  

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LEGO Friends Sunshine Harvest model at RM89.90

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LEGO Friends Heartlake Juice Bar model at RM149.90

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And then there are displays that will be appreciated by mostly boys and boys-at-heart…
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The LEGO day for my son won’t be complete if he doesn’t see the shop. We went to the 2nd floor to find the newly opened LEGO shop, here with several old and young shoppers. It was shining brightly and twinkling in the eyes of my naughty son.
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The LEGO shop has a lot of themed merchandise such as Legends of Chima, Star Wars, Lord of the Rings and stuff for girls (sorry, I was paying more attention to boys stuff). You can even find LEGO figures of Iron Man, Spiderman, Darth Vader and more.
Well, my feeling was right that LEGO is not just for kids. I’m sure that artists, designers and art lovers would agree with me that these models are very tempting to buy: the LEGO Architecture models. Look, it even has the Empire State building model.

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LEGO Architecture Empire State Building and Willis Tower at RM99.90 each

The naughty boy got what he wanted and was all-smiles after his daddy got him some LEGO toys.  
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This LEGO shop is located at Level 2 in Bangsar Village II, Jalan Telawi 1, Bangsar Baru, 59100 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur.
The LEGO model display is located at Level 1. For more info, visit http://www.bangsarvillage.com
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Longines Opens 2nd Boutique at Suria KLCC

Step Into the Latest Longines Boutique at Suria KLCC To Experience Unparalleled Horological Elegance 


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Longines, the Swiss watchmaker renowned for its devotion to elegance, tradition and performance welcomes watch enthusiasts and collectors to experience unparalleled horological elegance with the opening of its second boutique in Malaysia at Suria KLCC.

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Located at lot 128A First Level of a prestigious mall, the boutique’s façade sporting the winged hourglass logo conveys the timeless elegance within.

In keeping with the design aesthetic of its flagship stores worldwide, the new boutique is very elegant with interiors that harmonizes fine traditional materials such as lacquered wood paneling, burnished leather, polished marble and carefully selected fixates and furnishings that create a calm, inviting warmth that complements the distinction of Longines’ timepieces. 

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Form flows beautifully into function as the narrow entrance cleverly directs the eye to the full sweep of Longines horological mastery, before narrowing again to usher guests to the VIP area that features a visual history of the company.


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The boutique is shaped after a classic Longines timepiece, all curved walls and linear cases. The tapered entryway that features recessed display cases mimicks the watch strap. This widens into a rotunda that is a subtly stylized round case complete with bezel, crown and watchface set with batons that form the ceiling. From this vantage guests have a full view of Longines current and classic collections. The space tapers again with more recessed and freestanding displays. 

The palette of warm mahogany, cream, black, brushed stainless steel and white set off refined plinths that cradle key pieces of the Longines collections, allowing a clear view of these exquisite timepieces.
The ambience and atmosphere embody Longines’ vision that Elegance is an Attitude.
The opening of Longines second boutique in Malaysia in as many years reflects the brand’s commitment to watch enthusiasts and collectors in Malaysia.
The second Longines boutique allows guests to enjoy the full Longines experience that encompasses products of surpassing craftsmanship in an elegant setting that is both contemporary and warm. 

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With each new boutique opening, Longines takes the opportunity to show different facets of Longines’ fabled passion for elegance and constant innovation and showcases the brand’s values and 182-year heritage of effortlessly weaving elegance and innovation.


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Simon Baker for Longines

Longines has been based at Saint-Imier in Switzerland since 1832. Its watchmaking expertise reflects a strong devotion to tradition, elegance and performance. Longines has generations of experience as official timekeeper of world championships and as partner of international sports federation. Known for the elegance of its timepieces, Longines is a member of the Swatch Group Ltd, the world’s leading manufacturer of horological products. With the winged hourglass as its emblem, the brand has outlets in over 140 countries.

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

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

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

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6 Natural yet Powerful Ingredients inside Egyptian Magic Cream


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

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

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

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

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

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

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Left: Right after washing, no skincare
RIGHT: With Egyptian Magic Cream on bare face

I didn’t need much convincing to understand why celebrities and models love this product. It’s really amazing, I discovered 8 great benefits from the Egyptian Magic Cream:
  1. It’s multi-purpose! You can apply it on
  2. a.     Eye area
    b.     Lips
    c.      Neck
    d.     Arms
    e.     Legs
    f.      Hands
    g.     Feet
    h.     Hair
    i.   Face
  3. It contains all-natural healing ingredients. Olive oil + honey + royal jelly + beeswax + bee pollen + propolis in 1 balm.
  4. It’s a great moisturizer, making it a powerful anti-aging balm that works on several areas of the body and face.
  5. It can be used on children, too!
  6. It’s a travel companion. Since you can use it on almost everywhere on the body and you can use it on your kids, it’s simply convenient to bring the Egyptian Magic Cream with you.
  7. If you love to go swimming, it’s a great after-sun lotion to soothe the skin and sunburns.
  8. It simply works it magic. You’ll wake up to hydrated skin in the morning.
  9. It gives dry hair an instant shine. 
Some tips:
  • If you plan to use on different parts of the body, you might want to separate the balm into few containers, probably a small jar for eye area, a mini jar for the lips, a jar for face, a jar for hair use, and a jar for body.
  • For optimized results, dab appropriate amount on the area and follow with gentle massage to allow the balm to be absorbed faster into your skin.
So who are some of the celebrities who swear by the benefits of the Egyptian Magic Cream?

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

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

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

World Cup 2014: Tips for Using ATMs and Avoiding Credit Card Cloning

Are you traveling to Brazil for the World Cup? Kaspersky Lab shares some tips to avoid ‘card mishaps’ while overseas
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If you’ve purchased a ticket to Brazil for the World Cup or even for a holiday, this is definitely something that you should be aware of. Besides, even if you have no immediate plans to go there, most of these tips are applicable even in Malaysia or other countries. After all, better safe than sorry!

If you still haven’t decided how you plan to pay your bills while you’re in Brazil – cash or credit card – it is high time to do so. Kaspersky Lab warns that Brazil has some of the most creative and active criminals specializing in credit card cloning. And, unfortunately, they love to target foreigners who don’t know how to protect their cards when withdrawing money from an ATM or paying for their drinks in a restaurant. But our experts have some useful tips to protect against the most common attacks on ATMs and point of sales (PoS) devices in Brazil.  

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Avoiding credit card cloning
PoS devices are very common in Brazil – according tothe Brazilian Central Bank, credit and debit cards account for 70% of all payments in the country. Chip-and-PIN cards are accepted by almost all businesses, even by cab drivers.
  • Tips: despite some recent newsabout security flaws in this protocol, chip-and-PIN cards are still more secure and harder to clone than magnetic swipe cards. If you don’t already have this type of card, ask your bank if it’s possible to get one before you travel.

In Europe and North America, many people are in the habit of handing over their cards to staff in restaurants and stores. In Brazil, this can be dangerous.
  • Tips: please don’t do this – you’re presenting fraudsters with a golden opportunity to clone the card, and the temptation is inevitably too strong to resist. Ask the staff to bring the electronic payment terminal to you. 

  • Be careful of chance encounters or accidents which might take your card out of reach for a moment. If it happens, check that the card you get back is really yours. If you have any doubts, report it immediately to the bank.

PoS and PIN-pad malware
So-called Chupa Cabra malware and Trojan-Spy.Win32.SPSniffer, a malware family with several variants developed in Brazil and seen in the wild since 2010, affects PoS and PIN-pad devices, both of which are very common in the country. These devices are connected to a computer via a USB or serial port to communicate with electronic funds transfer (EFT) software. The Trojan infects the computer and sniffs the data transmitted through these ports.
The PIN is encrypted as soon as it is entered, most commonly using triple DES encryption. But Track 1 data (credit card number, expiration date, service code and CVV) and the public chip data aren’t encrypted in the hardware of old and outdated devices. These are sent in plain text to the PC via USB or serial ports. Capturing this data is enough to clone a credit card. 
·       Please keep a close eye on your credit card statement to check all transactions and inform your bank immediately if you see something suspicious.
·       Wherever possible try to pay using a wireless PoSdevice – they are a bit more secure than the older ones connected to serial or USB ports.
Using ATMs in Brazil
Brazil has 118 ATMs per 100,000 adults according to the World Bank, placing it ninth in the world in terms of ATM numbers. This presents lots of opportunities for fraudsters to install skimmers, also known as “Chupa Cabra” devices.
·       Tips: use your hand to cover the keypad while you enter your PIN, it is a great way to foil most skimmers, which tend to rely on hidden cameras.
·       If you see something that doesn’t look right, notify the bank or owner of the machine, and go somewhere else to withdraw your cash.
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“Be cautious while using ATMs or paying with your credit card. Don’t forget that cybercriminals in Brazil perform their malicious schemes all the time. Even during the day you can see them hanging out, wearing flip-flops and beachwear while installing skimmers in a crowded bank. Also remember that it’s far more secure if your transactions happen right in front of you. Be careful of chance encounters or accidents, which might take your card out of reach for a moment. If that happens, check that the card you get back is really yours. If you have any doubts, immediately report the incident to the bank,” said Fabio Assolini, Senior Security Researcher with Kaspersky Lab’s Global Research & Analysis Team.
More information can be found at securelist.com.

So to everyone, whether you’re going to Brazil or anywhere, be cautious of how you use your ATM and credit cards. Happy shopping!

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About Kaspersky Lab
Kaspersky Lab is the world’s largest privately held vendor of endpoint protection solutions. The company is ranked among the world’s top four vendors of security solutions for endpoint users*. Throughout its more than 16-year history Kaspersky Lab has remained an innovator in IT security and provides effective digital security solutions for large enterprises, SMBs and consumers. Kaspersky Lab, with its holding company registered in the United Kingdom, currently operates in almost 200 countries and territories across the globe, providing protection for over 300 million users worldwide. Learn more at www.kaspersky.com.
* The company was rated fourth in the IDC rating Worldwide Endpoint Security Revenue by Vendor, 2012. The rating was published in the IDC report “Worldwide Endpoint Security 2013–2017 Forecast and 2012 Vendor Shares (IDC #242618, August 2013). The report ranked software vendors according to earnings from sales of endpoint security solutions in 2012.

Father’s Day Gifts and Deals from L’Occitane

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


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

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

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

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

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

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

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



Duriana Presents a Market in the Skies at La Scala Rooftop

Pop-up photo booth plus champagne pong plus pre-loved goodies in one place? With free rides from UBER? You gotta join me at this event!

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Duriana, Malaysia’s #1 social marketplace app, will be hosting their first fashion-focused Market in the Skies at La Scala Restaurant’s rooftop terrace on Saturday, 14th of June 2014 from 12-6pm.
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La Scala Rooftop with an amazing view of Kuala Lumpur City Centre


Following the success of the 360 Kuala Lumpur Bazaar, which was held in collaboration with Pintu Merah, the app is gearing up for its third event of the year, which will showcase its most-loved fashion vendors and The Other Party, who are expected set the floor alight with their indie disco tunes from midday to late evening.

Upon launching in late 2013, the app acquired over 110k listings after only six weeks in the market. Today, Duriana leads as the biggest social marketplace app in Malaysia with a wide range of products from arts & crafts to pre-loved fashion to wonderful vintage collectibles.
The app recently launched its latest version, which introduced a host of new features enabling better browsing. Users can now receive email notifications, browse up to 18 categories and sign in with a username as opposed to their Facebook names, among many other new features.

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“The whole concept of our market events is about creating communities beyond the online world,” said Camilo Paredes, co-founder of Duriana. “As a social marketplace, it is all about introducing our sellers in intimate events and gatherings, which are an extension of our platform.”
There will be several activities on the side such as a pop up polaroid photobooth and a Champagne pong competition. La Scala restaurant will be serving a champagne brunch and assortment of finger food and tidbits throughout the day.

This looks like a nice spot to hang out at La Scala Rooftop, eh?
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GIVEAWAY ALERT!
The first 30 readers who drop by the media registration booth, flash the Duriana app and the password: BLOGGERS IN THE SKIES will receive a goodie bag from FH Club. What’s inside? I’m not sure so we all just have to find out on 14th June! If you do see me there, say ‘hi!’, don’t be a stranger! 

And don’t forget, if you need a personal driver who will pick you up in a nice car on that day, download the UBER app on your phone and use this coupon code: UBERDURIANA to enjoy free rides. 

Buy and sell stuff online via your phone? Even pre-loved items? This is just cool! Gotta find out more on 14th June! And did I mention that they’re serving champagne? 

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ABOUT DURIANA
Duriana is a new mobile-first, peer-to-peer marketplace app available in Malaysia and Singapore. Duriana positions itself as a social selling app, which merges the functions of Instagram and eBay. Duriana allows you to discover a world of amazing products for sale – from your friends & neighbors, trendy blogshops or cool local shops you have yet to discover. The app is available for download on iPhone, iPad and Android systems at

WATSONS ARGAN OIL Shampoo & Conditioner for Dry, Damaged Hair

This mummy blogger is happy to discover new sulfate-free hair products

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Well, I’ve finished my other brand of shampoo and conditioner so I hunted for a new one a few weeks ago. I’ve heard about the launch of the New Naturals by Watsons Argan Oil and got curious about these products. Sulfate-free shampoo and conditioner at these affordable prices?
  
What is argan oil anyway?
Argan oil is extracted from the nut of the fruit of the Argan tree, which is only found in the beautiful country of Morocco. The amazing Argan tree lives to be about 150-200 years old but the fruit is only produced when the tree is about 30 to 50 years old. That’s a long time to wait! Because the argan tree is only found in a limited area, the argan oil is rare. This ingredient is gaining popularity very fast due to its various benefits for the skin, hair and body. (for more info, visit http://skincare.about.com/od/skin101/a/Argan-Oil-Benefits-For-Skin-Hair-And-Body.htm)
One of the brands with Argan Oil that I’ve heard of is Josie Maran, which is exclusively available at Sephora. I haven’t tried it yet but let’s see how Watsons Argan Oil fares first.
The Naturals by Watsons Argan oil hair product range is formulated with ECOCERT certified organic argan oil, which is rich in essential fatty acids and provides necessary nutrition and protection to nourish body and hair roots to tip. It also consists of Soil Association certified organic avocado oil and wheat germ oil to help heal dry skin and strengthen hair while restoring hair’s natural shine.
Both the shampoo and conditioner come in a brown and orange color combination of plastic bottle with pump. The pumps are protected by seal to prevent leakage and tampering.

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The bottles have this sticker highlighting “5 Benefits in 1, Ecocert certified Argan Oil from Morocco”. The benefits are:
  • Nourish
  • Detangle
  • Smooth Frizz
  • Damage Repair
  • Strengthen

The Naturals by Watsons Argan Oil shampoo is in a gel-like texture with white translucent color that glimmers under the light. One of my concerns before with sulfate-free shampoo is that it has very little foam so I tend to use more of it on my hair. But, hey, wait a minute. This one produces enough foam nicely!

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The pump makes it easy to dispense shampoo and it just dispenses the right amount, too. Since I have long hair, I probably press the pump 4-6 times. The scent is also pleasant but it does remind me of cola drink, which is nice and sweet; I like it.  
The Naturals by Watsons Argan Oil conditioner is also gel-like with creamier white color than the shampoo. The bottle of the conditioner is exactly the same as the shampoo so it also has the same quality of pump to dispense the product. I find the pump user-friendly and convenient for ‘mummies in a hurry’ like me.
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The minor downside to this type of identical packaging is that some people might mistake one for the other. The labels are of the exact design and color with only the words ‘shampoo’ and ‘conditioner’ as difference. If you’re buying these in a hurry off the shelf, you might accidentally purchase 2 of the same items. Guess we just need to remind ourselves to read carefully.
The conditioner glides smoothly on the hair and although it has a gel texture, it surprisingly adheres well to the hair, not watery at all. The scent is similar to the shampoo, reminding me again of cola drink (feel free to disagree with me if you’ve tried this, haha).
So are these hair products good?
Oh, yes! With very affordable price, these Naturals by Watsons hair products are a great addition to your hair care regimen if you have dry and damaged hair like mine. My hair is well moisturized with these argan oil – based shampoo and conditioner. I just rebonded my hair last week and it’s important to use products that repair damage and strengthen the hair. Yay for Argan Oil hair care from Watsons!

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LEFT – Before Washing
RIGHT – Right after Washing

Well, it doesn’t really show the effects unless you feel my hair or unless you try it for yourself

All Naturals by Watsons Argan oil hair solutions are free from paraben, mineral oil, silicone, sodium lauryl sulphate and colorant free which have harmful side effects and can cause health problems.
PRICE:
Naturals by Watsons Argan Oil Shampoo RM22.90 (around USD7) for 490ml  
Naturals by Watsons Argan Oil Conditioner RM22.90 (around USD7) for 490ml  
Where to buy:
Selected Watsons stores

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