♥ Michelle 황현이 ♥

Power to Enjoy Retail Therapy!!

2013-05-21T03:04:00.000+08:00

Have you heard about Cervical Cancer?

Cervical cancer is the 2nd most common cancer affecting women worldwide, and in Singapore, 1 woman is diagnosed with cervical cancer every 2 days. Ironically, this is the only woman’s cancer which is preventable. As a woman, you have the power to enjoy the best in life, to live the way you want, and most importantly, you do have the power to protect yourself!

Come join us at Power to Enjoy Retail Therapy" this Sunday! Here are the event details!

26 May 2013 (Sunday) *SCAPE Orchard - Level 2 Warehouse 11am - 8pm

For all interested to come to the event, do register at www.pocc.sg/event

Registration closing date: 24 May 2013

Event Highlights include:

- First ever Mega Sale by KISSJANE (The popular retail boutique brand that houses more than 30 blogshop labels)
- Pampering treats such as Deep Sea Mud Hand Wrap, Free Manicure, Free Eyebrow Shaping, etc
- Free Consultation at POCC Booth
- Many exciting offers by other merchants
- Register to get sure-win lucky dip, and chance to win in Grand Lucky Draw with more than 100 prizes to giveaway!

SEE YOU THERE! :)

♥ Michelle 황현이 ♥

Asience Leave-on Hair Treatments

2013-05-14T20:33:00.000+08:00

Stepping out of house with the perfect hair, only to find your confidence waning by mid-day? With Singapore’s humid weather creating undesirable frizz and flyaway, having silky-smooth hair would seem almost unattainable.

Achieving beautiful hair that lasts all day is just a step away with the New ASIENCE Leave-On Hair Treatment range. Containing ASIENCE’s exclusive Beauty Essences (Lotus Flower, Camellia Oil, Pearl and Shell Ginger Leaf), the range provides intensive repair and moisturizes hair from within.

Enhanced with a hair ‘veiling’ ingredient, ASIENCE’s advanced Moisture-Lock Complex retains moisture to give long-lasting smoothness and manageability, so you can flaunt those silky tresses at any moment, everyday!

Long-lasting silkiness with New ASIENCE Leave-On Hair Treatment range. Available in three formats, for smoothness and manageability that last all day. Complement your hair care regime with this luxurious Leave-on Treatment that pampers your hair like no other. The New ASIENCE Leave-On Hair Treatment range comes in three different formats – Oil, Milk and Water- to suit the preferences of every Asian woman.

ASIENCE Leave-On Treatment Water (200ml)

Overview:

Light as water, it instantly repairs and retains moisture without weighing your hair down.

Usage Direction:

ASIENCE Leave-On Treatment Milk (100ml)

Overview:

Nourishing yet non-greasy, it instantly repairs and retains moisture to keep hair beautifully soft and healthy.

Usage Direction:

ASIENCE Leave-On Treatment Oil (28ml)

Overview:

Concentrated yet non-oily, it intensively repairs and retains moisture to keep hair glossy and healthy.

Usage Direction:

Finding the suitable one:

Wondering what's the most suitable bottle for you? Read on:

ASIENCE Leave-On Treatment Water : For Tangled and Untamed Hair

ASIENCE Leave-On Treatment Milk: For dry and frizzy hair

ASIENCE Leave-On Treatment Oil: For Severely Dry and Damaged Hair

Review:

They are really my life saver. Why would I say that? Not only it serves as a treatment, it also helps me in my styling too! Here's why:

Leave On Treatment Water: As it is really very lightweight, I usually use it on days where I just wish to stay at home or even when I'm out, as a finishing touch to the hair. It can helps to retain moisture, even in a humid weather like Singapore.

Leave On Treatment Milk: This is my favorite of the lot~ I really used it for styling, especially so if I am tying a high pony tail! Before styling, I would usually pump a drop or two and apply it on my hair.

And after styling, I would brush on a little bit more, (if it is still fizzy) and it will make my hair instantly smooth and silky! Your fingers can run through it without any obstacles. I would specially recommend this on dates as it smells really nice without feeling oily, yet helps to make hair smooth and silky! ㅋㅋㅋ

Leave On Treatment Oil: I usually use this on weekends, or whenever I let my hair down. A drop is enough for my split ends! My split ends instantly feels revived, but bare in mind though, not to apply too much! You wouldn't want to end up looking like you have not washed your hair for days! 하하하하!!!

I would recommend this to those that is heavily bleached, or frequently dyeing your hair, like me, as you hair end tends to be the oldest, and weakest, and also, the most unhealthy looking of all.. This will help, really! :)

Photo Review:

Before: (After towel-dried)

Hair is tangled, in a messed and its rather difficult to brush through.

After: (With 3 pumps of Asience Leave-On Treatment Milk)

Way before I use the focus mode on my camera, you can already see how shiny and silky it is now. It is really quite easy to run my comb and fingers through the hair now! SO, imagine if I were to tie it up to a ponytail....

Retail Prices:

ASIENCE Leave-On Treatment range retails at $14.90 and is available from April’2013 at selected hypermarkets, supermarkets and pharmacies.

♥ Michelle 황현이 ♥

Happy Mother's Day and Glass Anatomy

2013-05-12T09:00:00.000+08:00

To All The Mothers Out There:

해피 어머니의 날! Happy Mother's Day to all the greatest mothers in the earth!

Whether you are a past, a present, or soon to be moms, may your day be filled with love, joy and laughter!

To My Dearest 엄마,

Though you are not longer by my side, you will still be in my heart forever. You are the best 엄마 I ever had.. 엄마, 난 당신을 사랑합니다.. Life has never been perfect. It probably never will. But I will never ever lose hope, because I know I always have you to stand by me even if the whole world falls apart. I love you mother, so much more than you even know. Happy Mother’s day to you.

♥ .♥ .♥ .♥ .♥ .♥ .♥ .♥ .♥ ♥.♥ .♥ .♥ .♥ .♥ .♥ .♥ .♥ .♥ .♥ ♥.♥ .♥ .♥ .♥ .♥ .♥ .♥ .♥ .♥ .♥ ♥.♥ .♥ .♥ .♥ .♥ .♥

Headed over to watch Glass Anatomy The Musical last weekend, with courtesy from Confirm Trading.

It is really a good show not to be missed. I really enjoyed watching the musical. What really impressed me is that although it is in Mandarin, but it does provides English Subtitles!

Here's the summary of the musical:

Have you ever wondered where your childhood friends have gone? When has home turned so crowded and foreign? Through these changing times and growing years, TOY FACTORY presents, . A masterpiece that has taken 12 years to produce and 3 years to gather the best creative talents and designers across China, Taiwan, Hong Kong, Thailand, Argentina and Singapore.

Adapted from the Taiwan movie, “Papa, can you hear me sing?”, that took the entire Asia by storm and set the record for the highest number of nominations ever received at the 20th Golden Horse Awards. The essence of the movie is created by vocal powerhouse - Su Rei’s numerous classic hits such as , < The Same Moonlight>, and . Chart-topping Mandopop Queen, Ding Dang, will take on her first ever musical lead role and wow the audience with her powerful vocals.

Almost all the audiences, teared towards the ending of the musical. If you had ever watched the Taiwan Movie, "Papa, can you hear me sing?", you would actually know the story line, and for this Glass Anatomy, it is even more touching, and it really reminds me of my mother. So much of my mother.

Well, I personally believe that it will be really great if it is aired on Father's Day, and especially if bring them to watch the musical, I'm pretty sure they would be touched, too!

Once again, Happy Mother's Day! :)

♥ Michelle 황현이 ♥

Liese Bubble Hair Color Jewel Pink

2013-05-09T13:33:00.000+08:00

I am pretty sure that almost all of you have heard and known of the brand Liese, especially to those that loves to dye their hair at home. How is it possible for anyone not familiar with this brand ! :)

Hair coloring has been so much easier with the help of Liese Bubble Hair color that uses foam to dye hair. Its as easy as 3 steps: Dispense the foam, apply on hair and massage. No more troublesome sectioning of hair, especially when you are doing it yourself! The foam now do all the work for us, by reaching all over the head so that you can achieve beautiful, evenly colored hair easily!

Liese is known to have a wide variety of shades to cater different people and personalities. Here are their range of colors:

The Color Chart:

And today, I am going to dye my hair with one of their new color, Jewel Pink! Jewel Pink - a shiny brown with a touch of pink

Kit Found In The Box:

Application:

Review Time: Before: (With Flash)

Before: (Natural Light)

Mixing:

Mix the 2 solutions well.

The foam:

Here's the video should you need more details:

Leave on for 20-30 minutes....

After: (With Flash)

After: (Natural Lighting)

I am so impressed with their new formula! Though it says that a bottle is suitable for shoulder length hair, it actually works well for my waist-line hair! It is more than enough for my whole hair and the foam lathers well in my hair too!

As you can see in the photos above that my hair color did change to a slightly brighter color instead of the light brown color. To be honest, I have used their bubble foam dye for quite a few times and I am really happy with the new formula that they had!

It is now so much easier and time saving to have my hair dyed at home, (my favorite hairstylist has gone back to his country and not coming back for the time being.) and it does not tangles up my hair. Did I mention that the conditioner/lotion smells nice too? :)

♥ Michelle 황현이 ♥

[Advertorial Review] [OST] Original Pure Vitamin C-20 Serum

2013-05-07T12:17:00.000+08:00

Do you know what is famous as "Red Bottle" in Korea? It hits on the Koreans' waves! Its the [OST] Original Pure Vitamin C-20 Serum!! Heard of it yet? *Winks*

If you think that it is just a regular bottle of Vitamin C Serum, then you are so wrong! There is always a reason why it is so hot selling! Read on to find out more!

The Best Selling Item in QOO10!

About Product:

The best selling item of 2012 and the fastest effect with Vitamin C. Need to tone up loose skin for keeping youth.

- Includes pure Vitamin-C 20%
- Whitening /Recovering trouble scars
- Removing blackheads

Suitable for ALL SKIN TYPES!

Review:

How can I not get my hands on this highly raving product! With WishTrend, I can have the latest products on my hands and never missed out my favorite skincare and make up items! ㅋㅋㅋ

Here's the actual product:

It is freshly manufactured! See the date!

Inside the box, you will find a dropper separately from the bottle to remain the freshness and to prevent oxidation of the Vitamin C.

I fell in love with this serum the very first time I used it. It is currently in my favorite skin care list! It works really well for me, especially cause I do have sensitive skin!

Look at the color and the consistency of the serum!

To be honest, I do feel a mild stingy upon first application but it only lasts for a few times before my face got used to it and work wonders. It clears up my skin and even works much better on my breakout and it is usually smaller/shrink/gone after a night.

It gives my face so much fairer and clearer and less skin troubles were observed for the past 2 weeks!

(After application)

It absorbs really fast on my skin and it smells pleasant too. I used it 2 times a day and results were seen. However, please do bear in mind to use a sunscreen after applying this serum during the day! I bet you do not wish to see adverse effect right? :)

As it is made of pure vitamin C, you are strongly advice to store the serum in the fridge and take out only when you need to use it. Leaving in the open air/normal room temperature will caused it to oxidase faster and effect might not be that great anymore.

As only a drop to two is needed every time, it should last about a month and a half if you use it twice daily. A strongly recommended product from me to people especially with sensitive skin/acne-prone skin. It should work wonders for you too! :)

*PS: My apology for the lack of photos in my review this time. My whole memory card was formatted and there goes all my hard work, and just when I was about to retake again, my eyes decided to disobey me and started having sty. Its so hard for me these few days to pry open my eyes. >.<

FAQ:

Retail And Pricing:

It is retailing at USD24.99 for a bottle of 30ml and is exclusively available at WishTrend!

http://www.wishtrend.com/502--ost-original-pure-vitamin-c-20-serum.html.

More Korean products will be reviewed soon. First and foremost, let me recover first. :/

♥ Michelle 황현이 ♥

[Event Coverage] RHB-The StraitsTimes National Spelling Championship Finals 2013

2013-04-30T13:40:00.000+08:00

RHB-The StraitsTimes National Spelling Championship Finals 2013 was held in Raffles City Convention Centre on the 27th April 2013. Here are some of the flashbacks:

What is The Big Spell?

Also known as the Big Spell, finalists from all over Singapore will battle it out at the final round for coveted championship title.
This event is organised by the RHB Banking Group and The Straits Times, in partnership with the Ministry of Education.
It is also powered by technology partner iQ-Hub and supported by the National Library Board.

Behind The Scenes:

Inside The Foyer:

Welcome remarks by Mr Warren Fernandez, Editor, The Straits Times

Remarks by Tan Sri Azlan Zainol, Chairman, RHB Banking Group

Speech by Mr Hawazi Daipi, Senior Parliamentary Secretary, Ministry of Education

*Speech was delivered by Mrs Chua Yen Ching, Director, Curriculum Planning and Development Division, on behalf of Mr Hawazi Daipi.

Rules And Regulations:

The Finals:

The Winner:

The Big Spell DIGITAL Championship 2013 Finals:

CONGRATULATIONS TO ALL THE WINNERS!! :)

♥ Michelle 황현이 ♥

Palmer’s Anti-Aging Smoothing Lotion

2013-04-16T19:49:00.000+08:00

In bright and sunny Singapore, women's skin are constantly exposed to the Sun's harmful ultraviolet rays. Sun exposure can cause uneven skin tone, coarse wrinkles and lines to surface on skin and make them look older than their true age.

Palmer's Anti-Aging Smoothing Lotion contains Alpha & Beta Hydroxy Acids that exfoliates dry skin cells which causes skin to look dull. This uncovers healthier and smoother looking skin, reducing appearance of fine lines and wrinkles as well.

This product is affordable and easily available and helps women to regain their youthful and vibrant skin, keeping their age at bay.

ABOUT PALMER'S ANTI-AGING SMOOTHING LOTION

A unique blend of Cocoa Butter, Alpha & Beta Hydroxy Acids, Vitamin E and Shea Butter that exfoliates dry skin cells and uncovers healthier looking skin. This fast absorbing lotion helps reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles and evens skin tone. Your skin will feel soft, smooth and healthy with no greasy after-feel.

Enriched with Vitamin E, in a soothing emollient base.
Heals and softens rough, dry skin.
Tones skin, an excellent all-over-the body moisturizer and after tanning butter.
Apply immediately following exposure to the sun and wind.
Smoothes marks.

Main Ingredients:

Cocoa Butter
Alpha & Beta Hydroxy Acids
Shea Butter
Vitamin E

Main Functions:

- Cocoa Butter: Addresses skin’s roughness, loss of elasticity, scars and dryness. It softens and protects by diminishing water loss- keeping skin hydrated and supple.

- Alpha/ Beta Hydroxy Acids: Alpha Hydroxy Acids (AHA) exfoliates the skin by removing the upper dead cell layer, revealing healthy, fresh skin and helps even skin tone. Beta Hydroxy Acids (BHA) much like AHAs, exfoliates the surface of the skin. BHA has the ability to penetrate into the pores and exfoliates inside the pores as well as on the surface of the skin, extremely effective for reducing blemishes, blackheads and whiteheads.

- Shea Butter: Ideal for sensitive skin, Shea Butter has the ability to absorb quickly into the skin, soothing irritation and providing on-going nourishment. A natural anti-inflammatory agent that is effective in addressing dry skin and irritation. The high moisture content helps diminish discoloration, wrinkles and loss of elasticity.

- Vitamin E: This top antioxidant enhances the protective function of skin and decreases the appearance of lines, wrinkles and scars by keeping cells hydrated.

Direction:

Use after bath/shower or after exposure to the sun, wind or cold weather. Reapply as often as needed.

Review:

I've been using this Palmer's anti aging smoothing lotion continuously for almost 3 weeks now. It such a big bottle, the size of 250 ml, which is somehow almost the same size with a normal drinking bottle. It can last pretty long in my opinion. The lotion itself is in light yellow in color and it smells like chocolate.

You can actually expect to see difference in just a few days, at least you will feel that your skin is slightly smoother and softer. For me, upon the first application, I can already feel how hydrating and how smooth it makes my skin! It is non greasy and oily, but yet it can stays on my skin for quite long, without feeling stickiness.

Retail Price:

It is retailing at S$13.90 and is available at all leading pharmacies, personal care store and departmental store.

♥ Michelle 황현이 ♥

♥ 귀요미.. 귀요미!! ♥

2013-04-11T17:55:00.000+08:00

Okay, recently I'm into this 귀요미 (Gwiyomi) fever and I just can't stop watching the videos. I've been doing the "dance steps" for almost everyday, so much of me wanting to upload the video, but I guess it is way too 애교 for me and you all might throw up.

ㅎㅎㅎㅎ하하하하하하!!! In case you are wondering what is 귀요미, 귀요미 is actually a Korean song that express how much a girl loves/adores her boyfriend, and wishes her boyfriend to promise her to never leave her alone and they will be together forever. (Hence you can see the pinky finger part, that is to "lock" the promises) And ends with 6 뽀뽀 on the 6 fingers. Its easy to sing and the song keeps repeating in my head.

I think I'm poisoned by the 귀요미's fever!! ㅋㅋ! Well, here's some of the videos that I personally love:

And... Last video.. the one I don't really like... 'Cause I find her toooooo fake...

For me, 애교 is one of the action that can really makes a guy melts and do things willingly, ㅋㅋㅋ! Hence makeup is important too, following the voice and lastly, the action. It has never fail thus far for me, hence I believe its one of the weak point for guys, especially Korean guys! :P

The biggest weak point for guys I think are the eyes. Those droopy pitiful, puppy eyes can make a guy really go weak on floor and surrender! So, not only the eye makeup is important, I think wearing a bigger diameter of lens would help too!

I am so into this hello kitty lens recently!

I will share more about it in my next posts, but meanwhile.....

BE PREPARED FOR A GIVEAWAY BY ME! I will be holding a probably, huge giveaways soon in my blog, so please stay tune!

And before I forget, if you are interested in getting the lenses, you can get them at http://makiyo.weebly.com/! Do remember to quote my name, "Michelle" to get $1 off the bill!

*PS: The shop owner is so efficient and courteous! I recommend her shop if you are looking for contact lens! Oh, they have stocks on hand too!

Okay.. I shall go back to listen to my 귀요미! ㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋ

♥ Michelle N.황현이♥

[Editorial] All About SunGlasses

2013-04-10T12:24:00.001+08:00

Today's topic will be sunglasses. I am pretty sure almost every one of us owns at least a pair, regardless of the brands and price.

Sunglasses are was initially meant to protect our precious eyes from the harmful sun rays. But as the years goes by, sunglasses are no longer just an eye wear to protect our eyes, but also as a fashion statement.

Since the 1940s, sunglasses have become a popular fashion accessory for many, especially on the beach. It was primarily used by celebrities and film actors to mask their identity since long. Put aside fashion accessory, it is really important to have a pair of sunglasses with us.

Reasons?

UV Protection: It helps protect our eyes against UV, a harmful radiation that can cause cataracts.
Blue light Protection: It helps protect against "blue light" from the solar spectrum, which could increase your risk of macular degeneration.
More Comfortable Vision: They lead to improved and more comfortable vision from not having to squint.
Dark adaptation: They can make it easier to adapt to darkness. Exposure to bright light can make it more difficult to adjust to driving at night.

Types Of Sunglasses:

Aviator Sunglasses

Clip-on glasses

Gradient Lenses

Flip Up Sunglasses

Mirrored Sunglasses

Oversized Sunglasses

Rectangle Sunglasses

Teashades

Wayfarers

Wrap Around Sunglasses

Shades For Different Face Shape:

Heart-Shaped Face:

Definition: Wide Forehead and Cheekbones; Narrow Chin) Suitable Shades: Cat's-eye, Round

Oblong Shape:

Definition: Long Face; Narrow chin and cheeks Suitable Shades: Oversize or wrap style

Oval Shape:

Definition: Balance forehead, cheekbones and jaws Suitable Shades: Any.

Square Shape:

Definition: Broad Forehead; Square Jawlines. Suitable Shades: Round, Oval, Cat's-eye

Round Shape:

Definition: Full Cheekbones; Narrow forehead and jaws Suitable Shades: Wide, Rectangular Frames

Hopefully, with the above information, you are now able to find the perfect pair for your eyes! *winks*

I will talk more about sunglasses another time. Meanwhile, checkout this site for affordable Sunglasses delivered right to your doorstep!

http://www.smartbuyglasses.com.sg

♥ Michelle 황현이 ♥

Get Creative With Cocoa.B!

2013-03-27T19:28:00.000+08:00

Getting sick and tired of the usual chocolates sold in the market? Fancy something really unique and hopefully customize the whole chocolate by yourself? And perhaps, not in a good mood to travel down all the way to the shop and buy some chocolates? Or perhaps, thinking of giving your special one a sweet surprise on special occasions? Now, wait no more! I can't wait to introduce you to this online chocolate shop where you can customize your own bar! Sounds interesting? read on!

Today, I am going to introduce to you this one in a billion online shop, COCOA B! Its the first (if I am not wrong) shop that not only lets you purchase your chocolate bars at the comfort of your house, but also letting you customizing your own chocolate bars! Before I head on more, let's find out more about their store, shall we?

ABOUT COCOA B:

Cocoa B | Our Kitchen . Your Creation At Cocoa B, it’s not about us, but you. Because customizing is a personal thing, and what matters to you, matters to us. Mix and match from the selection of chocolate flavors and toppings we have for you, with your countless creativity and bring the chocolates to life. Have it your way, some brands say, and this is exactly what we want you to do. We are Cocoa B, your online chocolate boutique. At Cocoa B, we ensure your chocolates are carefully hand-crafted and delivered to you.

WHY COCOA B?

At Cocoa B, we want you to have a say in everything – including the toppings on your chocolate bar. So, we offer our personal kitchen for your creations. All Cocoa B’s chocolate bars are freshly and personally handcrafted as ordered by you, unlike the chocolate bars found on the shelves in the stores outside, which may have been there for weeks! Sounds interesting yeah? Here are some of the examples of their creations!

Customizing Your Bar:

You can easily get your creation done in just 3 simple steps: Choose your chocolate, add your desire toppings (Up to maximum of 5) and make your payment! It will soon deliver to you! Its as easy as A-B-C! In case you are not really a big fan of normal size chocolate bar, they have a bite size bar for you to choose too!

Ordering:

Its fuss free and easy to make your order! Here are some of the steps: Step 1: Choose Your Bar:

(Smaller bar size available too)

Step 2: Add Your Toppings (Maximum 5 toppings per bar)

Step 3: Checkout

My Personal Creation And Review:

Its such a lovely and sturdy box to store the chocolates on. Just by looking at the box, I think it will make a good gift idea too!

Behind every box, they had this small little note to tell you what you had created, to avoid confusion! How thoughtful of them! :)

My Creations:

Here are my chocolate bars!

Cajun Bar:

Combination Of:

White Chocolate with Pumpkin seeds, Sunflower Seeds and Cajun.

The unique combination of pumpkin and sunflower seeds gives you all the diversity of antioxidants, vitamins E such as Alpha-tocopherol, gamma-tocopherol, delta-tocopherol, alpha-tocomonoenol, gamma-tocomonoenol and so on! This bar is topped off with doses of fiery Cajun powder to compliment the sweet taste of white chocolate.

Have it ever cross your mind of sprinkling Cajun powder over your usual sweet white chocolate? I tried it and its simply, mind-blowing! I can never imagine putting the 2 combos together and I am really surprised by its results!
A combination of both sweet and hot taste, and the seeds to neutralize everything. The sweet smell lingers in my mouth for quite sometime and its just a whole new experience for me! I strongly recommend people to try this!

Exotic Nutty Bar:

(Okay, I create this name myself, thought that it sounds like extremely naughty bar, ㅎㅎㅎ하하하하하)

Combination Of:

Milk Chocolates with Apricots, Almonds, Macadamia nuts and Bacon Bits.

Apricots are not only high in fibers, it has anti-oxidant properties too. The bitter and sweet almonds nuts are healthy nuts as there are endless benefits about them, one of each is high in protein! Macadamia nuts helps to keep cholesterol level at the healthy range and bacon to enhance the taste buds! When all are added together, it will definitely becomes a less sinful snack! :P

With Bacon bits infused into the usual milk chocolate, it further enhanced the taste of the salty sweet combination. Apricot and the almonds nuts not only makes the whole bar more vibrant, it also makes it more crunchy and chewy!

Love At First Sight:

Combination Of:

Dark Chocolate with Red Heart Sprinkles, Sprinkles (balls), Marshmallows and I LOVE YOU Plaque.

The perfect gift to melt a girl's heart, (at least for me ㅋㅋ), who can resist receiving this kind of chocolate?! Don't you think that the colors are really vibrant? ^^ I called it Love At First Sight 'cause I fell in love with it the moment I received it. It can be a good way to confess to a girl you like too! :P

I personally fell in love with my own creation here. It took me so long before I really decide to savor it. It just looks so nice that I can't bear to eat it! Its a wonderful combination of having a black chocolate with sprinkles. black chocolates are known for its bitterly taste and with the colorful sprinkles added, it gives the bar a tint of sweetness. When combine, it is bittersweet. Marshmallows is really chewy and it slowly melts in the mouth. Perfect!

Overall, I had a really good experience and had received the best service from the people at COCOA B. The staff are really friendly and efficient. I remember giving them my creation the night before, and by the next morning, I've already received a reply saying that my creations are done and was ready for delivery!

The whole process took less than 3 days to reach me, and was hand delivered to me with love. Really a big thank you to COCOA B's team, you guys really makes my day with not only the chocolates, but also the service too! 감사합니다!

Visit COCOA B today and start your creation now!

http://www.cocoa-b.com

♥ Michelle N.황현이♥

Can a product float on air? You gotta see Magic Babe Ning's gravity-defying act!

2013-03-05T17:00:00.000+08:00

Have you seen this yet?! Magic Babe Ning performs levitation and its really amazing!! I can't help but to share this out! >.<

♥ Michelle N.황현이♥

[Advertoriall] Retail Savings

2013-03-05T00:50:00.001+08:00

♥ Michelle N.황현이♥

[Editorial] NS45 - Get SAFRA Membership And/Or Vouchers!

2013-02-25T01:36:00.000+08:00

I strongly believe all Singaporeans have heard of and been to SAFRA before, right? And for those that have yet to hear before, SAFRA is actually the "go-to" destination for all Social, recreational, sports and educational facilities for NSmen (National Service men) and their families.

It was formed in the year 1972, and its goal was to aid the Singapore Armed Forces (SAF) to enhance camaraderie and boost morale among the National Service men. And since then, SAFRA have built a series clubs that is located at Jurong, Mount Faber, Tampines, Toa Payoh and Yishun!

SAFRA Jurong:

SAFRA Tampines:

SAFRA Toa Payoh:

SAFRA Yishun:

SAFRA Mount Faber:

Not only that, SAFRA offer a host of activities, value-added services and even membership perks that meets the lifestyles needs of more than 230,000 SAFRA members!

Okay, enough of saying the endless lists of activities and services that they provides. Now, I have something really IMPORTANT to share with you all! Please pay full attention to what I am going to say as it is going to BENEFIT you!

Dr Tony Tan, President of the Republic of Singapore, recently stressed the critical role of NSmen in protecting Singapore‟s sovereignty and way of life, as well as the government's continued efforts to recognize the contributions of NSmen, during the official opening of the new SAFRA Toa Payoh.

"Together with our full-time national servicemen, our NSmen are the backbone of the Singapore Armed Forces to deter potential threats to our home, our way of life and our sovereignty," said President Tony Tan. He further elaborated: “Without this sacrifice from our NSmen, Singapore would not have enjoyed peace and stability, social progress and continued economic development over the past decades.”

And to show the appreciation and continuous contribution of the NSmen towards National Defence, Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong announced that ALL NSmen will received vouchers to commemorate the 45th Anniversary of National Service (NS45)!

In addition to that, Operationally Ready SAF NSmen who are serving their In-Camp Training (ICT) cycles, or who have completed their ICT cycles in full, as at 22 October 2012, will also receive 1 year FREE SAFRA membership! Eligible SAF NSmen will receive the notification letters and $50 to $100 worth of NS45 SAFRA Vouchers within these few months till April 2013!

The vouchers can be used to redeem a wide variety of products and services at over 170 merchants and 5000 outlets island-wide til 31 March 2014! (This ranges from F&B and entertainment to shopping etc etc)

There's more!

With the opening of the new SAFRA Toa Payoh, NSmen and their families now have convenient access to quality lifestyle facilities at ALL the SAFRA clubs located island-wide! And that simply means more quality time with families! How great! ^^

I don't know how true it is, but I've personally heard from lots of people that many of their best buddies, closest friends are from the same camp as theirs, meaning that through the 2+ years of living, showering, training and sleeping together, there's this invincible bond among them that lasts them till they grow old!

But many a times, after one finishes their national service, they are normally split and scatters all around the place, some continue working hard for their future, some continue pursuing their studies and the time they spend with their NS mates will eventually become lesser, and more precious yeah? :(

So so so, in my personal opinion, with all the new benefits from SAFRA, I strongly believe that not only it will bring the NSmen and their mates closer, they will also bring their families and friends even closer, just imagine having small gathering sessions with your buddies and families at SAFRA with all the endless leisure and entertainments! How perfect! ^^

Imagine having a small gathering session at Seoul Garden, chit-chatting on the good ol' days of army life, those memories, its just simply hard to forget. How about a game or two at SuperBowl sounds? Or maybe a friendly singing competition among your mates in K-Box?

The choices of benefits and entertainments are almost unlimited, and you can use those vouchers to enjoy some benefits too! Now, how I wish I am able to enjoy those too.. hmmmm.....

SO, Hooray to the NS45!!! ^^

Visit the links below to find out more!

http://ns45.safra.sg

http://www.safra.sg/ns45

♥ Michelle N.황현이♥

[Advertorial Review] Palmer's Skin Therapy Oil

2013-02-19T09:00:00.000+08:00

Palmer's Skin Therapy Oil

Palmer's Skin Therapy Oil, is an advanced multi-purpose skin perfection product that can be used all over the body and face.

This preservative-free, phthalate free, lightweight formula contains an exclusive blend of key ingredients formulated to help improve the appearance of scars, stretch marks, dry, damaged skin, uneven skin tone, aging skin and fine lines and wrinkles.

With a breakthrough in skin perfecting technology, skin looks and feels instantly soft and smooth with this unique, non-greasy, non- staining formula.

Main Ingredients:

As Palmer’s skin therapy oil not only contains their usual cocoa butter (healing ingredient) goodness, but another favourite – rosehip oil so Skin Therapy oil is insanely nourishing, soften and smooth the skin pretty much instantly, are beautifully lightweight, and are also able to penetrate deep into the skin.This is exactly what your chest needs to stay looking lovely and young for as long as possible.

Great For:

-Scars

-Stretch Marks

-Dry, Damaged Skin

-Uneven Skin Tone

-Aging Skin

Awesome Things It Does:

It helps to correct uneven skin tone
It fades scars
It minimises the look of stretchmarks
It stops skin from ageing prematurely
It doesn’t stain your clothes
Is not greasy in any shape or form
It makes for a beautiful bath oil (if you decide to take one)

My Review:

They had relaunched it with the pump for greater convenience, which means that there would not be anymore of those messy cleanups, spills etc.

I usually dislike those pour kind, especially when it is oil-based as it tends to make the whole bottle greasy, and thus making my dressing table oily! But I'm so glad that Palmer's released this new pump version, which can not only prevents spills, but also, easier for one to gauge the amount that they needed, without worrying of pouring more than needed!

It was absorbed relatively fast into my skin, hence I did not experience any oily/greasy surface on my skin. The smell is pleasant and it helps to moisturize my skin too! I usually apply a tiny amount of the skin therapy oil on my face and let it set for few minutes before applying my makeup. With that, it make my face somewhat moisturizing and make up is slightly faster too! Haha!

As I love to wear shorts, my leg is usually left to fend for itself under the sun, and its usually dry and damaged. Hence, I always use this at night before I head to bed to let it repair and moisturize my leg. :)

( Left: After the Palmer's Skin Therapy Oil, Right is without)

**PS: I was told that it is especially good for gym goers and ladies who may be experiencing stretch marks! You can give this a try! :)

***PS: One of the guys who plays soccer told me that he uses it to heal his scars and scratches after a rough game!

****PS: Both Eva Mendes and Miranda Kerr are great cocoa butter lovers (So this is one of their favorites too!)!

Pricing And Retail:

Palmer's Skin Therapy Oil with the new pump dispenser retails at $15.90 and is available at Watsons, Guardian Unity, NHG Pharmacy, Robinsons, John Little, BHG, Kiddy Palace, Spring Maternity, Pink Beauty, all leading cosmetic and departmental stores.

ABOUT PALMER'S:

Founded in America more than 170 years ago in 1840, Palmer’s is one of the world’s leading names in skincare, a brand that women around the world have grown up with.

Palmer’s can be found in bathroom cabinets in the homes of families in more than 80 countries, making it the number one brand skincare.

Their unique heritage and commitment to quality has stood the test of time, making Palmer’s a trusted household name, used by families for generations.

Today, Palmer’s is still committed to creating affordable skincare products that really do work, growing to provide a Palmer’s product for every skincare need: hand and body, facial care, stretch mark care, hair care, body and bath.

Palmer’s is against animal testing and all products are cruelty free.

♥ Michelle N.황현이♥

[Advertorial Review] Selsun Blue 2-In-1 Shampoo by Mentholatum

2013-02-19T03:00:00.000+08:00

Selsun blue shampoo is specially formulated to control the scaling, flaking and itching of the scalp associated with dandruff.

Earlier, I was given this Selsun Blue Shampoo to try and review. And before I proceed on, let's get some more information shall we? :)

ABOUT SELSUN BLUE

Selsun blue formulated with Selenium Sulfide 1% not only attacks the root source of the dandruff, but laboratory tests have also shown that Selenium Sulfide is one of the most effective ingredient to treat dandruff and control recurrence.

Selsun Anti-Dandruff Shampoo which contains Selenium Sulfide demonstrates superior effectiveness compared to other anti-dandruff shampoos.

The Anti-Dandruff Shampoo Prescribed by Doctors. 99% of Users Claim Effective*!

Main Ingredients:

Selenium Sulfide 1%
Also contains other ingredients such as Water, Ammonium, Lauryl Sulfate, Laureth Sulfate etc.

Direction:

Shake well before use. Remove any jewelries before use as Selenium Sulfide may damage jewelries.
Wet hair thoroughly, shampoo, then rinse thoroughly. For best results, use at least 2 times a week.

Review:

As I personally do not have any issue with dandruff, hence this product was actually passed to my family to use and here are the review from them:

" Its gives out a mild (Jelly) smell upon using, and it surprises me with the beige color instead of the usual pearl white normal shampoo may have. Anyway, upon first usage, I noticed that my flakes are lesser, and when I wake up the next morning, I was surprised that my pillow does not have much flakes, I know it does sounds disgusting, but that's the fact!

Did I mentioned that after continuous usage for a month, (2 times a week, 8 times a month), my problem is really solved! Not only my itchy scalps are no longer there, it makes my scalp so fresh, clean and healthy! I would recommend this to those suffering from itchy scalp and/or dandruff! "

Availability:

It is available in Guardian, Watsons, National Skin Centre, Singapore General Hospital, Changi General Hospital, pharmacies and supermarkets at the price of SGD$12.90 for a bottle of 200 ml.

♥ Michelle N.황현이♥

PERFECT TONE, PERFECT SKIN WITH PALMER'S!

2013-01-30T12:00:00.000+08:00

Have you ever wished for fairer knees when you are wearing your favorite miniskirt? Our knees and elbows tend to be one shade darker than the rest of the skin. This discoloration is commonly faced by both girls and mature women, due to our daily exposure to the sun. If taken lightly, we will get dark spots and even age spots!

Aimed at banishing age spots, reducing discoloration and maintaining youthful looking skin, Palmer’s has developed a new White & Even range to combat the signs of ageing!

This brand new White & Even range contains a new and advanced formula, Palmer’s Tone Enhancing Complex, which encompasses a blend of potent yet gentle ingredients. Packed with all the goodness of the traditional cocoa butter formula, the combination of key tone perfecting ingredients Cocoa Butter, Niacinamide, Soy, Licorice Extract, Synovea, and Vitamin C reduces hyper-pigmentation and gradually evens the skin tone.

Palmer’s Cocoa Butter Formula White & Even range is the perfect entire body system for even skin tone. It is suitable for all ages and for all skin types!

Why Palmer's?

Containing Palmer's signature ingredient Cocoa butter for its awesome heeling properties and strong antioxidant Vitamin C, this new White & Even skincare range smells heavenly with its White Lily scent. The lotion is lightweight and penetrates quickly, so no worries about the product leaving sticky residue on the skin.

Main Ingredients:

Cocoa Butter – Diminishes the appearance of marks and scars, keeping skin looking flawless with a uniform tone.

Niacinamide – Targets unwanted discoloration and reduces the appearance of hyper-pigmentation, redness, yellowing and blotchy spots.

Soy – Stimulates collagen to help increase skin elasticity and restore skin luminosity.

Licorice Extract – Gently fades discolourations, improves and brightens skin texture with anti-irritant and anti-inflammatory ingredients.

Synovea® – A powerful and effective skin lightener that targets age spots.

Vitamin C – As naturally occurring antioxidant, it increases the cell turnover rate, and the appearance of existing discoloration is improved through gentle exfoliation of the skin to reveal a brighter more uniform tone.

Product Range:

Palmer’s Cocoa Butter White & Even Hand Cream

Your hands are the first place to start showing the signs of ageing. Damage from sun exposure can show up in the form of unwanted dark spots or age spots. This advanced blend of our Tone Enhancing Complex visibly reduces the appearance of discoloration on hands, while keeping them soft and youthful looking.

Retail Selling Price: $13.90 / 60g

Palmer’s Cocoa Butter White & Even Fade Cream

Visibly reduce discoloration, the #1 sign of aging with this fade cream with the most effective ingredients in our Tone Enhancing Complex to fade unwanted discoloration and eliminate dark spots or age spots. Delicately scented with fresh White Lily Fragrance. For all skin types.

Retail Selling Price: S$23.20 / 75g

Palmer’s Cocoa Butter White & Even Body Milk

This luxurious daily body lotion combines a blend of emollients with our advanced Tone Enhancing Complex to help reduce the appearance of unwanted skin discoloration all over body while keeping skin touchably soft and youthful looking.

Especially effective on problem areas such as knees, elbows and décolletage. Continued use will visibly return skin to its most perfected tone. Contains a low level sunscreen to help prevent skin darkening and discoloration from recurring.

Retail Selling Price: $21.75 / 250ml

Palmer’s White & Even range is available at SaSa, Robinsons, John Little, BHG and selected Watsons stores!

♥ Michelle N.황현이♥

[Advertorial Review+Giveaway] Bio-essence Bio Spring Water

2013-01-29T12:00:00.000+08:00

Ideal for all skin types, Bio-essence Bio-Spring Water is the coolest spring water that yields the best soothing, anti-irritation and calming effects on skin. Adapting unique Bio technology to combine Spring Water and Bio-Energy Fluid, Bio- Spring Water contains trace mineral to create energy to stimulate blood and oxygen circulation.

High Trace Minerals for Healthy Skin

Skin cells suffer from fatigue and skin dullness from environmental aggression and mineral deficiencies. Trace minerals are essential minerals required by human health. It accelerates skin healing process and gives the skin sufficient hydration to improve on skin roughness.

Bio-essence Bio-spring Water contains high trace minerals which are the perfect, natural treatment to obtain optimum skin care health. While minerals are vital in modern skin care, higher mineral content releases more energy and heat which will be drying to the skin.

Selling Point:

- Low in mineral content:

Low in mineral conten creates lesser energy and heat which is ideal for cooling and soothing sensitive and irritable skin. Low in Sodium Chloride of 2.432mg/l absorbs least skin moisture, ensures the best moisturizing effects. High Sodium Chloride content dehydrates skin as it absorbs moisture from the skin. Optimal pH value of 6.45 is closest to skin's natural PH value, is mild and non-irritating.

Bio-essence Bio-Spring Water fits both genders and works for all age groups, not just for the face but also for the body and hair.

- 20 Efficiacies:

My Review:

I'm really impressed that I can actually use it on different parts of my body, including the hair! I tried to use it on my hair as it tends to be rather brittle and fizzy from all the styling, cutting and dyeing, and I am surprised that it actually helps to tame and make my hair more manageable!

As I tend to spend hours in front of my desktop doing my assignments and other stuffs, I use this to keep me slightly awake. It just feels so refreshing after a spray or two! Here are some of the method of usage, and also, some of the reviews by other users too!

Retail Selling Price and Outlets:

It is relatively available at all Watsons outlets, Guardian, and leading departmental stores at the following price:

Size: 25ml RSP: $5.90
Size: 100ml RSP: $12.90
Size: 300ml RSP: $28.90

Giveaway Time:

I've 3 bottles to be given out to my readers!

All you need to do is to leave a comment telling me why you should win this, and do remember to include your name and contact details in the comment box below and I will pick 3 winners!

This would end on the 8th of Feb 2013 at 23:59. Results will be posted out within 3 days after the contest ends!

Join now and Good Luck! :)

**PS: I will be combining all the comments from both of my blog, (http://www.michellenk.com and http://myfatpocket.com/michellenk) and choose the winners from there!

♥ Michelle N.황현이♥

[Advertorial Review] Biore Skin Caring Cleanser Series

2013-01-20T19:00:00.000+08:00

Majority of us suffers from skin problems. So what causes all these skin problems? Read on to find out more!

What causes skin problems?

Inefficient cleansing - Remnant dirt and chemical traces (UV, makeup etc) left on skin;
Harsh cleansing agents - Harsh surfactant that penetrates the skin and affects the skin balance.

Any the above would interrupt the skin's 28 days natural renewal process; which would result in dryness, clogged pores and even pimples! Hence, its crucial to invest on a good cleanser to have a good head-start!

NEW Biore Facial Foam - Skin Caring Series

The 1st Cleanser that supports & boost skin's natural ability to self renew!

The new Biore skin caring series is infused with SPT: Skin Purifying Technology

Benefit of SPT:

- High Cleansing Efficacy
- No penetration to skin = No damage to skin
- Non residue, Non irritating, Vitalize Skin!

About Biore Skin Caring Series:

1. High cleansing ability vs. competitors.

2. Low irritation as cleansing chemical does not penetrate skin.

3. The first cleanser that works to rebalance skin – reduce oil at T-zone (forehead and nose) and replenish moisture at U-zone (cheek and chin).

Skin improvement in 14 days!

1. More hydrated skin

2. Less clogged pores & reduction in sebum

3. Lighten marks & blemishes

Product and Information:

Review:

Around 2 weeks ago, I received both the acne and scrub for my review purpose. :)

Let's start off with the scrub!

Accumulated oil, impurities and dead skin cells can clog pores and make your skin look rough, dull and lifeless! Biore Facial Foam scrub can help to reveal healthy, glowing skin and is gentle enough for daily use!

Function:

T-Zone: Removes dead skin & dirt from pores.
U-Zone: Retains moisture, optimises hydration.

My Review:

I kind of like the pleasant smell it gives out, and to be vain, its in PINK, not just on the packaging itself, but the scrub bits too! The scrub bits are so refine that I could hardly believe that its actually a scrub.

To be honest, I was rather skeptical to use it at first, as I am Acne-Prone and has sensitive skin, especially for beauty products that is made for all skin types! After using it for the first time, I am glad that it not only does not causes my skin to breakout and redness, it makes my skin feels so much smoother!

After continuous usage for a few days, I noticed that my skin is slightly glower than before, and it somehow makes my skin more hydrated, and makes my make up routine easier! :)

But remember, though it is recommended for everyday usage, I would strongly encourage you to use it once a day. I wouldn't be responsible for any reverse effects (if it does!) when you overdose it! Haha! I know it smell nice!

Biore Facial Foam Acne Care

Skin that is troubled by acne needs a purifying and mild cleanser that thoroughly clears and helps prevent acne without drying the skin out.

Function:

T-Zone: Cleanses and unclogs pores, reduces sebum.
U-Zone: Hydrates lightly, calms and soothes.

-It has anti-bacterial and anti-inflammation ingredients to aid acne prevention.
-Non-comedogenic (A must note for acne-prone skin)
-Makes skin feels fresh, smooth and comfortable.

My Review:

Is it me or is it that the latest series of Biore facial foam smells so nice? The smell is so pleasant to me!

Unlike some of the acne care foam in the market, this cleanser eliminate the standard "herb" smell and the "tight" feeling afterwards. For acne prone skin, it is always recommended to use non-comedogenic products to prevent further breakout.

It has a rather thick consistency and a pea size of the foam is more than enough to wash the face. After using continuously for a week, I noticed that my face is fresher, cleaner and it really helps preventing breakout!

You can purchase the Biore Skin Caring series at Watsons, Guardians, and all leading supermarkets and departmental stores. :)

♥ Michelle N.황현이♥

[Commercial] Soy Good with Palmer's Daily Calming Lotion

2013-01-10T12:30:00.000+08:00

Are you suffering from sensitive, dry and irritable skin thanks to air conditioners and humid weather? If you are, let me share with you the latest product from Palmer's, Palmer's Daily Calming Lotion!

Read on to find out more! :)

Palmer's Daily calming Lotion contains a soothing Soy and Oat blend to aid conditions like eczema, dermatitis and psoriasis.

Why Soy and Oat?

Oat:

Oat has been used in skin care since ancient Egyptian times as a multi-tasking skin soother. This effective ingredient relieves skin irritations like eczema, dermatitis and psoriasis.

Soy:

Rich in beneficial proteins, amino acids, minerals and vitamins. Soy also reduces the appearance of uneven skin tones, moisturizes and improves skin elasticity.

Other Facts About Palmer's Daily Calming Lotion:

Is hypoallergenic, quick-absorbing lotion provides relief for irritated skin conditions.
It also contains Alpha hydroxyl acids, which gently exfoliate dry, flaky patches.
Chamomile and Lavender Extract provide further soothing benefits.

With such calming and soothing abilities, the Palmer’s Daily Calming Lotion is perfect for those who need to prevent and treat dry and irritable skin!

Retail Selling Price:

Palmer’s Daily Calming Lotion retails at $9.90, 250ml and is available at Watsons, and other leading pharmacies, departmental and cosmetic stores from January 2013 onwards.

Like them on their Facebook Page for the latest promotions and events: https://www.facebook.com/palmerssingapore

♥ Michelle N.황현이♥

[Advertorial Review] Sunplay SKIN Aqua UV Moisture Milk SPF50 PA+++

2013-01-04T15:00:00.000+08:00

Tired of greasy, strong-smelling sunscreen?

Introducing to you the new Sunplay Skin Aqua UV Moisture Milk SPF50 PA++!

Why Skin Aqua?

Skin Aqua is ultra light with its Japanese watery liquid texture. The lotion is comfy and absorbs quickly without giving a white cast. It is non-greasy with a matt powdery finish for the perfect make-up primer.

Non-sticky no matter how many times you re-apply.
Skin Aqua is fragrance, color, alcohol and oil free
Suitable for all skin types.

Skin Aqua has Solarex-3, a revolutionary formula with 3 comprehensive levels of UV defense. It protects skin from surface to deep within for long hours. Super hydrating too!

The New Generation Solarex-3 (3-in-1 Sun Protection)

1) Long Lasting, Superior UV Protection: Advanced photo-stability with the highest UVA & UVB protection for long periods of safe sun exposure. UV rays are reflected away like from a mirror.

2) UV Anti-Aging Protection: Two powerful anti-aging ingredients, RonaCare Exotin and French Golden Algae, help to prevent pigmentation and wrinkles from surface to deep within.

3) Intense Hydration (Dryness Protection): Hyaluronic Acid, Collagen & Vitamin E intensely hydrate and lock-in moisture for long hours, so skin stays refreshingly moist.

My Review:

Mentholatum has never fail to impress me every single time they send their products to me!

This skin Aqua UV moisture milk gives me any sticky, oily feeling, instead, it makes my skin slightly more matte and it acts as not only a sun screen, but also a make up base at the same time for me. I do noticed that as per compare to other sun screen, it makes my makeup last slightly longer without turning oily.

And of course, what I really likes the most is that it doesn't have any typical sun screen smell, hence making the application more pleasant! Oh! And the bottle is so slim and sleek that you could actually put it in your makeup pouch without taking much space!

The SUNPLAY Skin Aqua range is available at Watsons, Guardian, Sasa, Unity and other major department stores.

♥ Michelle N.황현이♥

[Commercial Break] The Red Box

2013-01-03T19:08:00.000+08:00

Confused ? Why is there a dragon and a cupid ?

Welcome to Hope In A Blog x Wishtrend’s first ever blogger’s event.

The Dragon represents Wishtrend, the cupid – Hope In A Blog.

The Dragon represents courage, power – and the cupid represents love, passion.

The Dragon represents the East, the cupid – the West.

Most importantly….

The Dragon is a symbol of the Asian Lunar New Year, while the Cupid – the symbol of Valentine’s Day.

This year, they both fall on the same month – in February, and to celebrate this special double occasion – Wishtrend and Hope In A Blog is collaborating on a special box and a special event and competition for bloggers WORLDWIDE to join us celebrate these two important days!

…And what do these two celebrations have in common ? The colour RED! Yes, that’s it ! Wishtrend will be releasing a special box – which compromises of all RED items to beautify yourselves in these two occasions. If you are a blogger, you will be able to have a chance to test this box out yourself FREE OF CHARGE – post a photo – and WIN a grand prize! Create your best ‘RED’ look with the items in the box and let your creativity take over!

Open to bloggers WORLDWIDE.

How To Enter ?

1. Create a new post on your blog and copy and paste this entry.

2. After creating the post , email the URL/Website to jwzs@wishcompany.net.

3. Selection process will begin and bloggers selected will receive an email. Red Box will be delievered on 2nd week of January with tracking number.

4. If selected, the Special Box will be mailed to your address.

5. After 2 weeks, Blogger is required to review and post a photo using all the items in the box. Dateline : 31/01/2012. Please mail the blog link to jwzs@wishcompany.net to validate your entry.

6. Wishtrend and Hope In A Blog will pick a blogger with the most creative photo and blog post ( make good use of the items and create your best ‘RED” look! )

P.S : IF You are not chosen as a WIshtrend blogger, but have purchased the Red Box on your own, you can enter this competition as well by sending us the link of your blog post with review and photo tojwzs@wishcompany.net

PRIZE :

Winner will have their photo posted on the main page of the Wishtrend site as well as the Wishtrend Facebook Page with their Blog site. With over 40,000 likes on Facebook and more than 100,000 clients all over the world – this will give your blog a huge push!

Winner will also win a ~~$30~~ $50 coupon from Wishtrend.com

♥ Michelle N.황현이♥

[Commercial Break] Finding your way - Street Directory

2012-12-04T08:30:00.000+08:00

Ever since the launch of the smart phones, I have been relying heavily on the pre-installed map service on my phone back then. To be honest, it really helps me a lot, but, for many apple users, I guess that the map service that is included in the software after the recent update doesn't really serve much of its purpose eh?

Just then, the well-known Street Directory team informed me about their new mobile app service! Its definitely one of the best Map Apps that I've used thus far!

If you are following them long enough, you might have noticed that they have been constantly upgrading their apps to make it more user friendly!

Here are some of the reason why I like this app:

User-Friendly interface

User experience is rather an important factor for me, as that really directly helps me to decide if I'd continue using the app again. For this, apart from simple touches to get my results, it doesn't really hang/lag thus far.

Estimated Bus Arrival Time

Yes! With this, I can now have a rough estimated time for the next bus! No more waiting endlessly or even clueless on the next bus availability. ^^

List of businesses in a specific building

And now comes the best part!

I can now have all the necessary information whenever I need help with directions! Like what we see over here, I was presented with few options and duration of per route chose, and even the estimated cost of it! I like this the most! I can now finally have a gauge on which to choose with just a touch! ^^

For drivers:

Real time traffic updates for different expressways.

Offline Maps

You can now download maps for different countries and use it offline! :)

And finally, the directory of all the things that you might need!

Singapore Directory:

You can now find all the things here, ranging from food to leisure to even medical!

There are actually quite a long more things in the app! You can download for FREE here!

I phone/I Pad Users: https://itunes.apple.com/sg/app/singapore-maps/id388128906

Android Users: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=streetdirectory.mobile

♥ Michelle N.황현이♥

[Advertorial] Riche - Bespoke Perfume Bottle Hand Engraving Service

2012-12-02T15:49:00.000+08:00

Look what greeted me on my bed after a long day! Hmm... something FRAGILE???

Yippee!!! The parcel is an advance Christmas present from Riche LLP :D

WHO ARE THEY?

Riche LLP is a Singapore-based fragrance store offering designer fragrances and one-of-a-kind perfume bottle engraving service on the Internet. As their slogan states, they are dedicated to “exclusivity beyond luxury.” They offer a bespoke hand engraving service for customers interested in turning their designer fragrances into quality gifts and personal mementos.

I’m sure you’ve heard of engraving on wedding rings, Apple’s products, watches, etc. but probably not on perfumes right? I’ll unveil what they've done for me in just a short while :P :P :P

PRODUCT AUTHENTICITY

Riche’s branded fragrances originate from authorized distributors that source directly from the fragrance houses, and are supplied by reputable wholesalers that they know and trust. The perfumes are exactly the same as those found in the leading department stores (e.g. Tangs, Isetan, Takashimaya, etc.) and are guaranteed to be authentic and brand new.

Check out the distributor tag of my new Gucci Premiere below. See how recent is the manufacture date!

Besides, the prices of their perfumes are much more affordable in comparison to the department stores! ***SHOPPING QUEEN MODE ACTIVATED***

SPECIALTY: BESPOKE HAND ENGRAVING SERVICE

Riche LLP is currently the one and only fragrance retailer in Singapore that provides engraving service on perfume bottles. We’ve seen many machine-engraved products in the market, so how about something different, say one that is uniquely personalized with the touch of a human hand instead? Each piece of hand-engraved work is skillfully crafted with a whole lot of passion and dedication—the fruit of pure hard labour.

So, what can you engrave exactly? The possibilities are endless as to what can be engraved. Their order page gives you an option to upload an artwork and/or a desired font of your choice, but that’s if you need something more than a text message in one of the three standard fonts available. You can request to engrave the recipient’s name, initials/monogram, a special date, a personal message or even a sketch based on a photograph.

With prices starting from S$30, you can now customized your own perfume bottle and transform it into a FASHION STATEMENT!!!

MY HAND-ENGRAVED GUCCI PREMIERE

It’s time to reveal the surprise :) Here’s the customized bottle that Riche designed for me.

My name in Hangul (황현이) on one side.

My Hangul name in romanized form (Hwang Hyun Yi) on the other side.

My heart melted the moment I saw the bottle! Pictures simply can’t justify how pretty and eye-catching it is in real life. Thank you so much Riche!!! ♥

To be honest, I’m really impressed by the work of Riche LLP’s master engraver. He must have poured all his heart and soul into my Gucci Premiere. The level of craftsmanship as seen is second to none IMO!

Now, if you were to ask me to decide between machine engraving and hand engraving, I would definitely go for the latter without hesitation. The allure of uniqueness displayed in a piece of hand-engraved work is simply too captivating to resist. Different depths and thicknesses characterise individual strokes and this is just one of the fundamental elements that make it ONE IN A MILLION!

Call me a freak but I feel as though there’s a touch of happiness that’s infused into my Gucci Premiere since it never fails to light up my mood every time I see and use it!

Here comes the golden question. Are you running out of gift ideas lately? Contact RICHE LLP today for a hand engraving quotation! You can even WhatsApp them for an immediate response :)

CHRISTMAS CATALOGUE 2012

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There are also irresistible discounts on selected fragrances for both women and men.

If you haven’t started your Christmas shopping yet, NOW is the time! BUT WAIT, THERE'S MORE!!!

SPECIALLY FOR MY READERS ONLY!!!

With the season of giving approaching, Mr Santa is going to be very generous to my lovely readers this year. An additional 10 slots have been added to the FREE “Merry Christmas” Engraving Promotion and these are reserved exclusively for you only!

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♥ Michelle N.황현이♥

[Advertorial] Apple Yogurt Wash Off Pack

2012-11-20T10:30:00.000+08:00

We have seen lots of wash off packs in the market, but have you ever see the wash off packs made from Yogurts? Introducing to you the new Apple Yogurt Wash Off Pack by Skin Barista from Korea!

Why Yogurt:

Refreshes Skin - Yogurt contains lactic acid, which can help to exfoliate and smooth out the skin. It can be a soothing substitute for sensitive skin. The acid helps to loosen dry and flaky skin and dissolves any debris that may left in the pores.
Fights Blemishes - Yogurt is a natural anti-fungal and anti bacterial.
Soothe Sunburns - Yogurt can helps to soothe the redness and the pain associated with sunburn.The zinc in the yogurt will cool the burn and smooth the skin while yogurt's natural moisturizing properties will lock in the skin's natural hydration.

Features:

Directions:

Retail Selling Price:

It is selling at USD14.00 and its available at WISH TREND.

Find out more about the product here: Skin Barista Apple Yogurt Wash Off Pack

♥ Michelle N.황현이♥

[Advertorial Review] IMYSS Waterfull Rubycell Vibration Puff

2012-11-05T07:30:00.000+08:00

With the recent beauty trend, you might have noticed that vibration items/tools are taking over the world, and you could see that many beauty bloggers, and even known make up artists and gurus are raving the wonders of vibration beauty tools and gadgets!

**Are you still using your fingers, beauty blenders, sponge or even brush to apply foundation and/or BB creams? Well, its time for a change then!

And of course, I got my hands on one of the latest innovation, IMYSS Waterfull Rubycell Vibration Puff from Korea too! :)

IMYSS Waterfull Rubycell Vibration Puff

Imyss Waterful Rubycell Vibration Puff is currently gaining unbelievable popularity in
Korea and Japan. It has even become one of the must have cosmetic applicator by Korean ladies.

The Endorsers and The Catch:

And needless to say, the ambassadors of IMYSS Waterfull Rubycell Vibration puff are the sensational ever-famous Korean boy band, 2AM!

And with that, IMYSS Waterfull Rubycell Vibration Puff packaging is available in 4 celebrities designs, and each packaging are a full image of the individual 2AM boys - Jo Kwon, Seulong, Changmin and Jinwoon! Are you spoilt for choice? I am! Hahaha!

Whats The Rave?

IMYSS is a new upcoming Korean brand which is one of Beauty Bistro's brand that is making way in Singapore.

Introducing Korea's latest foundation applicator, the IMYSS Waterfull Rubycell Vibration Puff. Achieve professional makeup coverage with the vibration puff which provides better coverage than brush or finger application methods.

With 16,000 vibrations per minute,the vibration puff spreads both BB cream and liquid foundation evenly to cover up visible pores.

It also promotes maximum coverage and makes BB cream or liquid foundation adhere to the skin much better. Patches and blotches will be your last worry!

The Features:

Stylish design. Ultra lightweight water drop shape. Ease of carrying around.

16,000 vibrations per minute ensure stable and fast makeup. Improves coverage, shine and adhesion of product,
Upgraded cell puff helps makeup stays on longer each day.
Small amounts of foundation for maximum effects.

The Parts and Functions:

Let's have a detailed breakdown of every parts of the Vibration puff and its various functions:

Part 1:

The ON/OFF Switch Button.

Part 2:

The Battery Compartment.

Part 3:

The Puff/ Puff Replacement Section

Part 4:

The Cover.

The Various Test/ Review:

I've also tried and tested various tests with the vibration puff, and below are some of my conclusion.

The Orange Test:

An orange under normal close up setting.

Under normal lighting. BB cream applied on the left using hand, and using the vibration puff on the right. Do note that the left side requires more BB cream usage in order to achieve a better pore coverage.

And under flash and macro close up.

As you can see on the photos, the left side has inconsistent patches and is more cakey and un-natural than the one of the right. It also clogs up the pores/holes on the left side.

The Residue Test:

In this test, I removed the BB cream from the orange with just a piece of makeup wipe each, and here's the result.

Noticed that the one of the left has more residue than the one on the right. Only a small amount of residue is being clear up by the remover, whereas the one of the right is significantly clearer.

The Face Test:

In this test, I applied the same amount of BB creams on the face, and here are the result, after applying and before and concealer or loose powder.

Hand applied in normal lighting:

Hand applied in flash and close up look:

Using IMYSS Vibration Brush in normal Lighting:

Using IMYSS Vibration Brush in flash and close up mode:

My Review:

As you can notice from the face test above, the make up is slightly glower, better and less patchy/ uneven than the normal application. It does cover up the pores and other imperfection better. For areas with more imperfection, I would suggest going over it a few times to achieve better coverage.

It does adhere to my skin without feeling having any makeup on, and it caught my surprise that it actually still covers my imperfection rather well too! I noticed that I only need a smaller amount of what I've always been using to get the same result. In the long run, it does saves my makeup usage. :)

With the 16 000 vibrations per minute, it makes make up application easier and faster. I could easily put on my foundation/BB cream in just a few minutes, and it just simply acts as a robot hands, saving you the hassle of continuously tapping the BB cream with your fingers.

The sleek designs enables you to grab hold of the product better and its really super lightweight. Its easy to carry around too and it won't mess up your hand with all the liquid foundation/BB cream. With that, one would suffer from lesser skin contamination and decreases the chance of having a breakout.

Its easy to operate (user friendly) and washing the puff is even easier. I would really recommend this to especially sensitive skin. Its worth the bucks for that. :)

Direction:

Availability And Pricing:

IMYSS Waterfull Rubycell Vibration Puff is available at Beauty Bistro online store, Beauty Bistro's retail counters at BHG, John Little and selected Watsons. Their retail price is going for $42.90.

View more information on the vibration puff here: http://www.beautybistro.com/product_info.php?products_id=329

About Beauty Bistro:

Beauty Bistro has a great history of introducing the latest fun and innovative skincare and make-up brands to
Singapore. The group's fashion-forward approach to beauty has cemented its place on must-have lists of beauty editors.

Beauty Bistro's goal is to help every woman get gorgeous and have fun doing it with the heart of the business based on sharing the aesthetic secrets of women, so that every woman can attain enhanced beauty at every stage of her life.

♥ Michelle N.황흔이♥