Besides drinking enough water, it is important to keep skin well-moisturized as dehydration skin is the root of many skin problems.  When skin lacks moisture, it will turn dry and cause irritation (hence the sensitive skin). When skin is dry, it causes more oil / sebum to be produced so as to protect the skin. Moreover, dry and patchy skin will look unsightly and it might cause you discomfort as well.

To keep skin hydrated and well protected, drink at least 8 glasses of water daily and spritz water on your face too to keep it hydrated and refreshed. Invest in a gentle, hydrating spray like this softening facial mist from Sephora, which is formulated with lotus extract to sooth and refresh the skin instantly. Delicately scented, this mist will leave skin well hydrated at any time of the day. It is available at all Sephora outlet throughout Malaysia for RM19 for 75ml.

Lotus extract is believed to promote harmony, inner peace and enlightenment. When applied topically, this offers unique benefits, being highly soothing and emollient, which will leave your skin soft and supple. Lotus flower extract regenerates, heals, purifies and rebalances, tightens pores and refines skin texture.

Verdict:

The effect of the mist doesn't last long because it absorb so quickly into your skin but you can feel the freshness after each spritz. It smells good as well.

It was my first day at work after a week long of break -__- (on marriage leave). I wish I could be on holiday a little bit longer.

The first question that a colleague of mine asked was 'How's your routine after married?'. Unexpected question.

I said 'Lots of clothes to wash. never ending!'. It feels weird on how many pieces of clothes will my laundry adds on after an additional individual moved in? Not to mention if you have kids. 2 kids? 3 kids? 4 kids? I can't imagine.

Special thanks to the team (who's also my best friends from high school)who has helped to organized, planned, execute and making sure that everything goes as planned. Thank you for the full force effort that you guys put. I couldn't ask for more. Everything were just in place and I'm grateful to have that extra hands. I could not thank you guys enough.

To my official photographers, Memoria Photos, thank you so much for the amazing photos. They look beautiful and natural. It reminds me of the good old days of me and Juan. 

As for the venue for this event, thank you to Putra Palace Hotel for the wonderful decorations. I'm glad to know that my parents are happy with the outcome, so do I. They're what we have discussed and went through numerous times prior to the wedding day. Your effort are much appreciated. Also thank you for the pent suite provided. They're comfortable and spacious.

A big thank you as well to Habib Jewellery for that amazing customized wedding ring. The look absolutely gorgeous and we both love them.

Lastly and foremost, to all my aunties, uncles, and cousins who came from a far. As far as Singapore. Thank you for making the effort to attend this important day of mine. It meant a lot to myself and the family.

I'm always amazed with lipbalm but never intend to purchase one until I saw this from Maybelline.

This chapstick is designed to keep lips protected and moisturized, hydrates and renews lips, giving you soft, moist lips, throughout the day.

Here’s why you’ll love it:

• White lip balm changes color when applied on lips

• Transforms into a color that is uniquely yours

• Hydrates and moisturizes lips to make them soft and luscious

• Has SPF 16

This chapstick also have sweet and candy smell that makes you want to lick your lips. The only that I don't really like about this chapstick is, you can feel the existance of the lipbalm on your lip. I doesn't feel 'light'.

I'm afraid of the dentist to be honest. The last visit to the dentist was 2 years ago, after 11 years. My last checkup was in primary school prior to that. I did asked the doc on how to get my teeth whiten because I tend to drink a lot of tea but I don't smoke. So the tea basically left yellowish stains. He suggested that the only way to get my teeth white and sparkly is through bleaching method which will cost around RM900++. No way.

So this story starts after 2 years I had that conversation with the dentist. To save time, I thought I burn my pocket a little bit and purchase this little tube of miracle that cost me RM42.90 from Gurdian. Plus the wedding is in a 2 weeks time, I'd thought this would help.

Apparently that this little tube will whiten your teeth and the ingredient used in this tooth paste are the same as what the dentist normally use for bleaching process.

Ingredients:

Sorbitol, aqua, hydrated silica, glycerine, alumina, sodium dodecylbenzenesulfonate, PEG-12, aroma, perlite, sodium monofluorophosphate, pentapotassium triphosphate, alcohol, pentasodium triphosphate, cellulose gum, sodium saccharin, sodium lauryl sulphate, limonene, CI 74160, CI 77891

1. Restores the natural whiteness and shine of your teeth when used daily

2. Helps remove stains caused by smoking, coffee, tea and red wine

  3. Max strength whitening toothpolish clinically proven to leave teeth sparkling, clean and white

4. Intense Daycool™ minty flavour keeps breath fresh for hours and is kind to teeth and gums

5. Professional whitening and polishing with the same whitening ingredient used by dentists

6. Safe with battery toothbrushes and ideal for daily use

As the wedding date gets closer, I'd thought I could get spa treatment for myself. So I browsed on the Internet on where is the best place to do it. This time, I wanted a Malay traditional spa treatment and not the usual Western style I used to go. There were only 2 available when the result came out. One of it was Teratak Spa. It looked nice and so Balinese. You can see it from the main wooden door itself. And as you step towards the receptionist, you're surrounded by trees and traditional music.

I called them and booked a session. I asked them a few questions and since I didn't know what type of package suitable for future bride. Plus this is my very first time signing up for a full treatment spa package. They then recommended me 'Permaisuri Impian' (RM390) which is a 2 hours and 45 minutes session. This package includes:

1. Floral Footbath

2. Holistic Body Massage

3. Chocolate Body Scrub

4. ‘Mandi Kepala’ with Coconut Milk

5. Strawberry Body Mask

6. Rose Petal Milk Bath

What I like most offered in the package was the Rose Petal Milk Bath and the 'Mandi Kepala' with Coconut milk. The fragrant smell of the coconut milk left my hair smell so good for days. Not to mention the Rose Petal Milk bath, goodness, your body just feel relax in that warm water mix with rose petals and milk and some 'pandan' leaves I believe. I leaves a sweet smell on your body as well.

These photos were taken via other website. Only the last 2 photos were taken by my mobile.

Upon reaching you will be asked to fill in a form about your personal details like what skin care do you use, what is your skin condition, do you have any disease, etc. But before, you'll be served with cold tamarind juice. It was super delicious but I didn't request for a second cup. Shame.

After that, you'll be shown to your room and they'll provide you a disposable panties and a 'kain batik'. After that the session starts. You can bring your own toiletries if you want to because you'll be provided with a clean towel for your shower after the milk bath, which is the last step of the package.

The one thing I notice about the service is that, the staff was very tentative of their surroundings. For example, when it was time for the massage session, aircond will be switched off and during the milk bath session, they'll leave you alone for about 20 mins for you to relax and privacy. The whole experience was satisfying.

I would definitely go again the next time. I believe that this is the best spa I have been so far. I would advise that you call them first prior to your visit. If you can ask them questions or perhaps if you have any concern. Should you have any disease, please inform them.

Address: 31, Jalan Tun Dr Awang, Taman Bayan Baru, 11950 Bayan Lepas, Pulau Pinang, Malaysia

Phone:+60 4-644 4121

Hours: Open today · 12:00 am – 7:00 pm

Well, this is an accidental discovery. Bought this small jar of whitening cream from an Indonesian toko last year. Wanted something cheap as a night cream. Well, my mum used to put Mustika Ratu coconut oil on my hair when I was a little girl because I have thin hair.

I stopped using it when I started living alone. It's just too hassle and take up too much time. So I'm quite familiar with Mustika Ratu brand. So I bought this cream as night cream because I was out of one. Went back home and found that it was too oily for my face especially the T-zone. Though I have normal skin.

So since I'm not using it at home, I thought I could use it in my office. Applying the cream every time I finished my prayer. It doesn't feel sticky or oily. I guess because I work in an air conditioned environment. Then eventually I start putting up make up to work, the usual eye liner, lipstick and eye liner and the hardest part to remove is definitely the eye liner. 

Right after every wash, the eye liner will smudge and my eyes will turn into panda eyes. So I swapped a little bit of the cream to on a tissue paper and rub onto my eye lids as well as below my eyes to remove the smudged eye liner and it worked. Squeaky clean.

So you get 2 goodness in a jar. As a moisturizer agent and a cleanser.

Remember when I receive my Fashion Culture box. What's in the box was also a full tube black mascara. I have started using it last week. It claims to provide volume to your lashes.

Yes, the color is truly black which I like, natural to your lashes. But I don't see the volume. I prefer my NYX Le Chick Flick mascara. The Essence mascara only helps thicken my lashes but even after you remove it with makeup remover, it leaves a layer of black residue on your eyelashes. You can see it on your fingers when pulling them.

The only thing attracts me to the Essence mascara is the fact that it is contact lense friendly and it doesn't smudge at the end of the day.