Monday, March 16, 2015

"PIMP MY CHU LIP" CONTEST



Last Saturday, I'm one of the lucky butterflies chosen to join "Pimp My Chulip" fun. Thanks a lot to TBP! The event took place at Kare Cafe, One Utama a furniture store cafe. 

Aww... Cuteness overload.

Men can pimp their ride, women can pimp Chu Lip... Yeah! While caring for our lips, let's have fun decorating the cute Chu Lip. What? Chu Lip is cute enough with it's dome shape, I just couldn't imagine with decorations added on, how much more adorable it will be. 

Here we have Chu Lip papa, Chu Lip mama and the rest of Chu Lip family having tea time together. Awww...

With it's unique design, ultra moisturizing properties and easy glide-on formula, Chu Lip is a must have for every ladies and how can one resist with it's funky cool colours of Pink, Red, Purple and Green. 

We are so ready to work our magic on these innocent Chu Lip.

Now, let's bring Chu Lip cuteness to the next level by pimpin up Chu Lip lip balm and personalizing it. Best of all, you could win yourself an Ipad Mini 3 or a set of Chu Lip lip balm, with 5 sets up for grab. Let your creativity run wild, decorate and accessorize your Chu Lip to Chu Lip King or Chu Lip Queen. 

Lots of bling bling and accessories to choose from...

And after one and a half hour, I'm proud to introduce my creation..... The Blondie Chu Lip Queen. 😉 

Participants need to decorate their Chu Lip in their own unique style, then take a photo of the masterpiece and upload it onto http://www.chulip.com.my/pimpmychulip/ This campaign by Mentholatum in partnership with Watsons, will be ongoing from 5th March until 31st March 2015. 

Ended the event with lots of cute and sweet treats. 

With some of the butterflies....

All Chu Lip lip balm are formulated with a delicious blend of recipes as well as enhanced with moisturizing ingredients of Olive Oil, Macadamia Nut Oil and Rose Hip Oil. With four different scents to suit your everyday mood. 

Pink - Paris, Perfect Memories 
Eternal love of sweet berry scent with its unique mix of raspberry and peach flavour. 

Red - NY, Brilliant My Way 
Powerful fruity scent of Apple, Ginger and Tea Rose. 

Purple - Arabian Floral Shower 
Elegant flower scent of Rose, Germanium and Clove. 

Green - Nordic, Fancy Nostalgia 
Refreshing scent of Orange, Lime and Mango. 

Look at our gorgeous creation... Which one do you like best?

Top 2 winner Mira Cikcit & Valerie Yan. Congrats, girls! 😘

Chu Lip lip balm retails at RM25.90 each, available at all leading pharmacy and major supermarket. Don't forget to join "Pimp My Chulip" contest and good luck!

For more information,

Sunday, March 15, 2015

PURE BEAUTY COMPLEXION CORRECTOR CC CREAM REVIEW AND CONTEST


Hi lovelies! Wanna achieve smooth and glowing skin, why give Pure Beauty's Complexion Corrector CC Cream a try? Paraben free, lanolin free and alcohol free, it's also the latest addition natural anti-oxidant based beauty products. Pure Beauty CC Cream is suitable for all skin types which not only evens out skin tone and perfect overall complexion with UV coverage, it also provides the deepest nourishment for the skin to bring out our natural radiance.

 

Dermatological tested, Pure Beauty CC Cream contains a list of exceptional one of kind ingredients designed not only to polish, but also to protect your skin inside-out! 


Special formula crafted through years of careful research with the help and endorsement of Korean dermatological team includes : 

- Patented Pink Flower Complex 
- Bulgarian Rose Water 
- ECO-CERT certified 
- Alphaflor Gigawhite 
- Syn-Coll 
- Mistletoe Oil 
- Lime Extract 
- Glacier Water 
- Adenosine 
- Vitamin B3 


Functions in Pure Beauty CC Cream : 

1) Colour correction and complexion evening.

2) Concealer effect through a unique 3-colour combination for dark circles and blemishes, uneven skin tones and even with unslightly pimples and redness. 

3) All-natural whitening and age spot reduction.

4) Moisturising and firming qualities with the delightful scent of Bulgarian Rose.
5) Antioxidant and anti-ageing effect.

6) Lightweight texture.

7) One-step immediate brightening. 

If you are still using BB cream, check out this chart!

Swatches for Natural & Ivory
Natural is for tanned skin while Ivory for the fair skinned.

Notice the glowing shade? Left is under shade while right is under direct sunlight.


It's highly recommended to apply using a sponge so that the moisture absorbed into the skin instead of fingers. 

Direction of usage :

After washing face and applying your skin care regime, squeeze out a small amount of Pure Beauty Complexion Corrector CC Cream, dab around the face with sponge(forehead, under the eyes, nose, cheekbones, chin) 
Gently massage in circular outward direction, blending into the skin. 

Click here for video :

Half face done... Spot the differences 😁
Dark circle and redness gone!

Close up - Smooth, glowing with an even complexion.

A revolutionary new product, Pure Beauty Complexion Corrector CC Cream provides protection, correction, UV coverage and complete skin care all-in-one. Notice the immediate difference with balanced even skin that is also soft, dewy and radiant as ever. 

I am loving my moisturized and flawless complexion. Worth mentioning also is the gorgeous uplifting scent!  

However, with only SPF30 means I still need to apply my sunblock! Trust me, with the current state of ozone layer, we need at least SPF50 protection. Pure Beauty Complexion CC Cream SPF30 PA++ 40ml (2 shades - Ivory & Natural) available exclusively at Watsons, selling price RM49.90.

GREAT news!!! Wanna win yourself "A set of PURE BEAUTY POMEGRANATE skincare range worth RM219.50"??? Thanks to Watsons Malaysia for the prize sponsorship.

Prize includes :

Pure Beauty Pomegranate Antioxidant 2in1 Cleanser
Pure Beauty Pomegranate Antioxidant Toner 
Pure Beauty Pomegranate Antioxidant Day Lotion SPF20 
Pure Beauty Pomegranate Antioxidant Serum
Pure Beauty CC Cream SPF30

There's 2 sets up for grab!

How to win?

Like my page at
Like Watsons Malaysia page

2) Post a "natural look make up selfie" to Instagram & Facebook. (Make sure set to PUBLIC)

3) Tag me @elanakhong and hashtag #PureBeautyMalaysia #DareToBeNude 
#PureBeauty #Koreanskincare #Naturallook #elanakhonggiveaway

4) Post only 1 selfie. Multiple entry/hashtag will be void. You may take part in other bloggers contest with a different selfie pic.

5) Leave a comment below with your name, email, Instagram and Facebook name.


7) Giveaway ends 31st March 2015 and only valid for Malaysian. 

 
Here are the lovely prizes!!! 😍

Good luck to all! XOXO 😉

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Wednesday, March 11, 2015

NEUTRAX FOR A HEALTHIER YOU



Have you heard of Neutrax? Honestly, it's my first time came across this brand and it turns out to be something to do with coconut. Neutrax is not your usual coconut oil but Cultured Coconut Extract(CCE) with Bio-Lipopeptide. Produced by Felda Wellness Corporation, it is made through a proprietary advanced Microaerophilic Fermentation process using carefully selected coconut milk that is ethically harvested at a specific maturity. 


Recommendation usage : 
2 tablespoons daily, unless instructed by doctor or health advisor 
To be taken on its own or can be mixed with food or beverage 
Also suitable for pregnant and breastfeeding mother 

I began to take 2 tablespoon of Neutrax Original every morning on an empty stomach for a month. Although oil based, it's very light and easy to swallow. It has the strong fragrant of coconut. 

The 5As benefits of Neutrax Original :

1Anti Microbial - Kills viruses, bacteria, fungi and yeast

2) Anti Oxidant - Protects body from harmful free radicals and oxidation

3) Anti-Inflammatory - Reduces inflammation and swelling

4) Active Immunity - Enhances life span and cell growth in human body

5) Active Lipid - Medium-Chain Triglyceride (MCTs) lowers cholesterol and prevents lipid oxidant.

My verdict?

Well honestly, after a month of daily consuming Neutrax Original I noticed of hardly breakout or headaches at that time of the month. You know women's hormon problem! More regular detox in the early morning. I find this pretty pleasant as I used to go anytime of the day and it can be real inconvenience in public toilet. Haha...

Consuming oil for a month, I can't help worried of my body fat percentage. Boy... upon weighing check with Tanita scale I am glad my body fat percentage still remains same.

Ok, what about the bad? First 2 weeks is pretty simple to swallow till towards the end period I find myself have the urge to puke right after swallowing the oil. Drank lots of water quickly to overcome this problem. Tried mixing into my beverages, but I can't help to feel the oil remain a layer on the cup. Such a waste! So better just swallow it! Hahaha...


With extensive research in San Francisco USA, Neutrax is all natural with no chemical substance. It's all you need to cleanse, restore and balance your body to it's optimal level. 
Another product worth mentioning, NEUTRAX Therapy Oil can be used to protect, nourish and revitalize skin, hair and nails for a healthier and glowing you.


I love how light it feels and easily absorbed into skin upon application. One thing though, the smell of coconut is just too strong for me. But since it's all natural of course the smell is strong, just closed your eyes and imagine you on a beach holiday. It feels so good you know!

Neutrax Therapy Oil Intense Beauty Care's potent formula is 100% plant based with Bio-Lipopeptide. Highly absorbent, with added Geranium essential oil, which is known to regulate hormones, relieve stress, reduce inflammation and irritation, alleviate the effects of menopause, improve circulation, tighten skin for healthier and more beautiful skin, hair and nails. It is also all natural with no chemical substance, mineral free, dermatologically tested and clinically validated to protect, nourish and revitalize skin, hair and nails for a healthier and more glowing you! 
 
 - Deep moisturising for healthy glow 
 - Protects against extreme weather, environment pollution, and lifestyle stresses 
 - Regulates sebum production - Cell renewal and restoration (eg skin with burns & scars) 
 - Prevents premature aging 
 - Protects against UVA/UVB oxadative stress 
 - Rehydrates skin/hair, uneven skin tone, pigmented, sensitive and irritated skin (eg acne, eczema) 

Instructions :

Suitable for daily use.
Apply 3 - 4 drops to clean, damp skin as part of your morning and evening skincare regime. Massage into the skin with gentle, circular motions.

My verdict?

YES! I have on and off eczema problem. 😥 Recently triggered it out because of all the Chinese New Year's foods indulgence. Can't help myself, once a year occasion alright! So by applying it every morning and evening for a week, my eczema recover quickier than the usual cream I used. Mind you, my usual cream is non steroid based so of course it take much longer period. But now Neutrax Therapy Oil is all I need without worries of any side effect.

Apply it to my hair ends too, is good to prevent split ends. Tried substitute it to my usual moisturiser and I love the hydrating effect. Though oil based it does not feel oily at all, in fact it's easily absorbed into the skin.

The 5As of Neutrax Theraphy Oil Intense Beauty Care :

1) Anti-Aging - Reverse the aging process and induce cell regeneration. 

2) Active Healing - Promote healing for burns and scars, cell renewal, restoration. 

3) Active Nutrition - Deeply Nourishes and moisturizes dermis for healthy & glowing skin.

4) Active control - Regulate and correct sebum production - controls acne, eczema, pigmented and irritated skin.

5) Active Protect - Protect skin against pollution and environmental stress.

Mr.Redza Abd. Rahman, Manager of Research & Development, sharing with us his real life stories. He went through critical stage of cancer and survived with the consumption of Neutrax Cultured Coconut Extract. He is also part of the research and development of Neutrax team in San Francisco, USA. 
Happy us can't wait to discover the goodness of Neutrax!

Thanks Neutrax for having me!

Neutrax the Natural Wonder, proudly Made in Malaysia is all you need to cleanse, restore and balance for a healthier you! Nourish your internal health with Neutrax Original (RM69.90) and enhance your skin, hair and nails with Neutrax Therapy Oil (RM59.90) for a holistically, healthier you! 

Life is colorful with Neutrax.... 😍 

For more information,



Careline: 1-800-222-FWC (392)

Tuesday, March 10, 2015

SENSODYNE "TIADA NGILU, HIDUP CERIA" CHILL FESTIVAL @ THE TERRACE, CURVE


Drinking that iced cold soda or big spoonful of chendul is such a pleasure rite? Especially with Malaysia hot weather, many of us prefer to cool it down with an iced cold beverages. But wait....... too hot or cold temperature can actually cause tooth fractures which lead to tooth sensitivity. 


GlaxoSmithKline Consumer Healthcare Sdn Bhd (“GSK”), a science-led global healthcare company, launched the Sensodyne ‘Tiada Ngilu, Hidup Ceria’ Chill Festival, an expansion of the ‘Tiada Ngilu, Hidup Ceria’ campaign which was held last year. This campaign will run for the entire month March 2015. 

Wallace GranjaOral Health Marketing Manager of GSK Consumer Healthcare Malaysia and Dr Nurul Huda Hassan, a Dental Surgeon in Private Practice at the launch of Sensodyne “Tiada Ngilu Hidup Ceria” Chill Festival.

Tooth sensitivity a common problem among Malaysians 

The awareness level on the condition of tooth sensitivity is considerably high in Malaysia. The Oral Care Usage and Attitude study by Ipsos reveals that 87% of Malaysians are aware of the conditions of sensitive teeth. One out of three consumers also have claimed they have sensitive teeth, making tooth sensitivity the No.1 oral health issue in Malaysia, yet only one third of sufferers use toothpaste for sensitive teeth to relieve their condition. How pathetic rite?

Hinders enjoyment of food, restrict lifestyle choices 

It is timely that GSK is launching the Sensodyne ‘Tiada Ngilu, Hidup Ceria’ Chill Festival to address the alarming issue of tooth sensitivity and encourage consumers to take control of their condition as it not only hinders them from the enjoyment of food but can also be detrimental to their lifestyles. There's no need to sacrifice the enjoyment of foods due to tooth sensitivity. 

Chef Andri Hadi and one of the guests preparing a variety of desserts that will trigger tooth sensitivity.


The Sensodyne "Tiada Ngilu, Hidup Ceria" Chill Festival is a great platform to provide a 360 degree consumer experience by interacting with consumers through on-ground, in store and digital activations. Let's change 'Ouch!' to 'Tiada Ngilu' for the 50% of Malaysian who avoid cold and sweet food and drinks. 

Changing 'Ouch!' to 'Tiada Ngilu' 

According to the Ipsos Brand Health Tracker, the study revealed that the 'Tiada Ngilu, Hidup Ceria' campaign reminded them of things they cared about which include spending time with family and friends enjoying food and drinks without tooth sensitivity. The study also revealed that : 

- 50% of sensitivity sufferers purchased a sensitive toothpaste after being exposed to the campaign 
- 50% of Malaysians declared that the top trigger of tooth sensitivity include cold and sweet food or drinks 


Now we can indulge our chendul with peace of mind. All thanks to Sensodyne!

This year, the Sensodyne 'Tiada Ngilu, Hidup Ceria' Chill Festival takes the Malaysian passion for chilled refreshments as the direct path to reach out to consumers and encourage them to relieve their condition. Sensodyne roving team will also bring cheer by visiting 53 outlets all over Malaysia to help more Malaysian with tooth sensitivity enjoy food. 


Sensodyne collaborating with Chatime Malaysia, Teochew Chendul and The Potong will visit selected retail outlets all over Malaysia to conduct product sampling, on-ground activities and encourage consumers to participate in tooth sensitivity checks. Let's join the "Unfreeze Coolest Chatime Drink" where consumers get to vote for their preferred beverage. Best of all, you are entitled to Chatime vouchers too. Hurry! Voting starts from 15 March 2015.

It's been a while since I had my greens juice.... Super glad when I saw Thisjuice Buttercup cold pressed juice. I need my green juice!!! LOL In case you wondering, this is totally palatable ok. Delicious and nutritous.
The other juice is lemon lime with chia seed I grabbed for Sherry! Ya... Let her detox a bit. Ahem...
The Sensodyne Base range includes Fresh Mint, Gentle Whitening and Gum Care toothpastes are specially formulated  to help protect against sensitivity. Sensodyne Repair and Protect with Novamin helps repair sensitive teeth. For those who want instant relief from tooth sensitivity may use Sensodyne Rapid Relief that works in 60 seconds and which is formulated to create a physical seal against sensitivity triggers when used as directed. Do you know, by using the right toothpaste for sensitive teeth you can enjoy relief from tooth sensitivity and free to indulge in the foods and beverages.

Are you one of those with tooth sensitivity? 


First time in the Chill Festival - Sensodyne Food map to keep tabs of the #TiadaNgilu team

Now, let me indulge in a big bowl of chendul without the OUCH... 

Sunday, March 8, 2015

THE HAN ROOM @ THE GARDENS MALL


Chinese New Year is all about feasting, beside visiting or gathering with relatives and friends of course. 😝 This gotta be my most 'atas' Chinese New Year meal for the year. The Han Room, Chinese New Year 8 course set menu priced from RM999++ up to a whopping RM3988++. We settled for the mid range set priced RM1988++. 


White Bait Fish & White Truffle Vegetables Yee Sang 
Yee Sang is served by the waiter with CNY greetings. Check out the video :
I find the Yee sang average and the white bait fish nothing to shout about.
Braised Bird's Nest Soup with Seafood in Coconut 
Individual served, the clear soup is piping hot with intense seafood flavour.


Braised Whole Abalone with Japanese Mushroom & Chicken Wing Stuffed Liver Sausage 
With faint taste of the sea and chewy texture, the abalone is braised just right. Mushroom is thick and spongy, but I don't enjoy the chicken wing.


Braised Boston Lobster with Shanghai Rice Cake & Kimchi 
For the price we paid, I'm expecting we get half portion of lobster for each person. Yet...... And the presentation is definitely a let down, notice the messy plate? Taste wise, kimchi does not complement the lobster well.


BBQ Baby Duck with Smoked Duck Breast 
The duck's meat is so tender with crispy skin. 


Two Variety Rice with Scallop & Crab Meat in Superior Crab Soup 
Taste kinda like porridge but with intense crab flavourful soup.



Chilled Mango with Sago Cream 
Deep Fried Sesame Ball with Azuki Red Bean & Golden Custard Pumpkin 
Chilled mango with sago cream definitely not chilled enough! Thick and creamy mango cream with bits of pomelo. 
Golden custard pumpkin with salted egg yolk filling is just as good.

The Han Room 
G243, 246 & 247, 
The Gardens Mall, 
Mid Valley City
KL