The Ulzzang look is really popular these days due to the Kpop culture. Yours truly is a Kpop fanatic too hur hur! In the month of May to commemorate their 18th anniversary, Jurong Point will be celebrating all things cutesy and charming in Korean pop culture. As part of the activities, the mall will be holding a Ulzzang workshop for shoppers to learn to put their best face forward! Thanks to Jurong Point, I had the chance to attend the private workshop.

The main sponsor of the day is TheFaceShop, one of my favorite Korean brands! <3

One of the products that caught my eye is the Face It Aura CC Cream. We had it in our goodie bag and I can’t wait to review it!

Here’s Miyake doing the demo on the model and I managed to take a photo with her! From this workshop, I have learned that there are 4 main things to take note of to achieve the Ulzzang look.

- Flawless and fair skin
- Doe-like eyes with aegyo sal
- Thick, straight and natural looking brows
- Baby soft gradient lips

My final Ulzzang look hehe!

(Credit: Jurong Point)

Keen in the workshop too? Conducted by celebrity beauty blogger Miyake, she will be revealing the various tips, tricks and techniques to create that cute Ulzzang look during the workshop.

Date: 1 June 2013, Saturday
Time: 4pm
Venue: Jurong Point 1, Oasis Lounge #02-41 (near Triumph)

Go to this link to sign up for the Ulzzang workshop with Miyake. Participants will each receive a goodie bag from TheFaceShop worth S$35.80! Registration is open till 29 May 2013 or when the slots are filled up!

Thanks for reading and have fun! =)

SEVIIN at Tangs Level 7 houses several spas, a hair salon, a Gentlemen’s Lounge offering quick grooming solutions and express wellness treatments tailored for men. The floor also includes a by invite only cardmember’s lounge, for the exclusive use of Tangs’ top spending cardmembers. I visited Decleor at Tangs SEVIIN 2 weeks ago to get a personal experience of their skin analysis and also to know more about their new product range – Hydra Floral, Whitening and Radiance.

To briefly introduce, Decleor is the world’s largest cosmetic Aromatherapy brand with the philosophy – “Be more than skin-deep”. Every Decleor product is 100% pure, natural, active and preservative-free.

A signature range of Decleor, there are 7 different Aromessence Serums to cater to different skin types and concerns. Essential oils and plant oils are combined in precious blends to meet the specific needs of each skin type. The serums are so powerful that a few drops are enough to activate a wealth of benefits.

We started the skin analysis by checking the skin’s hydration level on my forehead, cheeks and chin. The analysis revealed that I have severely dehydrated skin, especially on my chin area. That explains the frequent breakouts I get on my chin! I was so shocked after knowing it and started spamming lots of serum and moisturizers in my daily regime. I was also advised to incorporate vitamins C and E into my beauty regime to lighten and heal the skin.

In the latest Hydra Floral range, there are 4 main properties:

Hydration
24-hr moisturisation, deep hydration of all epidermis layers
Ingredients: Wild Pansy Extract, Samphire Extract, Neroli Essential Oil

Protection
Multi-protective actions – anti-pollution, antioxidant, anti-stress, anti free radical
Ingredients: Moringa Oleifera Micro-Proteins, Sunflower Extract, Samphire Extract

Gesture-Ritual
New “hydration gesture” developed by the Paris treatment team, from serum to the balm

Sensoriality
With new cool and fresh textures

The first product that caught my attention was Hydra Floral Multi-Protection BB Cream with SPF 15. The BB cream boasts a 5-in-1 formula that:

- Moisturises for 24 hours
- Brightens and evens out the complexion
- Refines the skin texture and corrects blemishes and imperfections
- Protects the skin against UVA/UVB rays with SPF 15
- Protects the skin against urban pollution

Part of the Hydra Floral range, this is the first ever BB cream by Decleor and it only comes in one shade which is meant to adapt to all skintones. I was skeptical at first as it looked a tad darker than my skintone but after blending, I was really surprised. It blended perfectly into my skin without leaving any streaks.

A signature product of Decleor, the Aromessence Neroli Essential Serum is an elixir of 100% pure and natural essential oils that is specially formulated to comfort and treat skin exposed to daily stress. It:

- Penetrates skin upon application to soothe and relax the skin
- Provides immediate comfort and radiance
- Helps reinforce the moisturising properties of Decleor Hydra Floral Anti-Pollution cream and multiplies its effectiveness

Using the serum is fairly simple. Put two fingers at a time on the tip of the bottle and tilt the bottle to get the serum on your fingers, rub the serum on the palm of your hands and inhale it before applying to the entire face in an outward motion. About 2-3 drops is enough to use on your face and neck as a little goes a long way. Apply your usual moisturizer after that. I really love the texture of the serum, it doesn’t feel too oily and gets absorbed really quickly. Moreover, I didn’t experience any breakouts. =)

Hydra Floral Ultra-Moisturising & Plumping Expert Mask provides intense hydration thanks to powerful plant active ingredients that:

- Intensely moisturises the skin with the extract of Wild Pansy
- Helps to combat cutaneous dehydration with Samphire extract
- Instantly “plumps up” and visibly smooths fine dehydration lines with hyaluronic acid

This cream mask has a unique texture that transforms into a thin oil under the action of massage which is absorbed into the skin to refresh it.

Hydra Floral 24hr Moisture Activator Light Cream combines the latest in hydration innovation with a light formula that offers 24-hour hydration and multi-protection. Contains the following ingredients:

- Wild Pansy extract that stimulates hyaluronic acid synthesis to plump up the skin
- Improves the circulation of water by boosting synthesis of aquaporins
- Blended with Samphire extract to seal in moisture on skin surface to prevent dehydration
- Loaded with Moringa Oleifera Microproteins and Sunflower extract to protect against pollution and free radicals

Hydra Floral 24hr Moisture Activator Rich Cream helps instantly relieve the tight feeling of dehydration by delivering continuous moisture and protects the skin against free radicals and external aggressors such as pollution. Contains the following ingredients:

- Enriched with Rosehip, Soy and Avocado oils to nourish and replenish skin
- Flower extracts of Wild Pansy, Samphire, Sunflower and Moringa proteins

Giveaway time!

Wanna have a personal experience of the skin analysis and get FREE samples worth more than S$50? Here’s what you can do:

- Called Decleor at Tangs SEVIIN at 67380200 and quote “daintyflair” to arrange for a complimentary skin analysis
- You will receive a 1 week sample of a suitable product to try
- First 100 will get to redeem a customized deluxe set of samples worth more than S$50 which includes a cleanser, toner, aromaessence and moisturizer that fits your skin type

Don’t miss out the chance to try Decleor’s products especially their signature aromaessence! Feel free to comment if you have any questions regarding Decleor or the giveaway. Have fun!

Managed to score a limited edition 50ml bottle of the new Biotherm Blue Therapy Serum before it launches in June and I’m extremely thankful for the opportunity given. They have another version in 30ml which retails at S$99 and you can get it at all Biotherm counters now.

I recently went for a skin analysis only to realize that my skin is severely dehydrated. My skin is prone to breakouts and very badly clogged. Now, this serum is a life saviour. It contains a highly-concentrated formula for a triple action on firmness, dark spots, fine lines and wrinkles. The dryness of the skin encourages the formation of fine lines and wrinkles, and that’s the reason why I have been spamming the serum like crazy these days on a daily basis, once in the morning and once at night. Since my skin is severely dry, I doubled the amount of usage to quicken the process.

The pearlescent formula of the serum penetrates instantly into the skin. It doesn’t feel tacky or sticky even after drying. Not forgetting to mention, the serum has this gorgeous and alluring scent that makes application really pleasant. Definitely one of the nicest smelling products I have ever used before!

Keen to try out the serum before purchasing it? You can get their 7-Day trial kits samples at www.tinyurl.com/bluetherapytrialkits, while stocks last!

Here are some photos taken during the workshop! The yoga instructor they invited down had also given us some tips on how to relax when we are sitting at our desks. It certainly helped as I get frequent shoulder and back aches due to the nature of my job.

You may find Biotherm counters at the following places:

Thanks for reading! Do get the samples if you can and I hope you will love this product as much as I do.

There were so many launches during early part of the year that I am starting to lose track of them haha! Thanks to Jermaine, I was invited to ZA Total Hydration White and Aqualabel Royal Rich pre-launch event held at this chic little ice cream cafe called Seventh Heaven at Orchard Central. They serve really awesome drinks, waffles and ice cream. Will come to that later!

From L to R:
BB Cream UV White with SPF 50+ PA+++, Day Cream White with Vitamin C & SPF 18 PA++, Night Cream White with Vitamin C

ZA Total Hydration Day Cream White with Vitamin C & SPF 18 PA++ (S$14.90, 50g)

Vitamin C?! Oh yeah! Definitely a huge boost for whitening products. Containing the signature Amino Mineral Complex, this powerful ingredient allows the skin’s moisture to be replenished almost immediately to reveal a brighter and more radiant appearance. I briefly tried it at the back of my hand and was surprised by its rich and velvety texture. Though it leaves a tacky feeling, it disappears after a while. It also contains SPF 18 PA++ to provide substantial sun protection. I would recommended applying another layer of sunscreen for more protection.

ZA Total Hydration Night Cream White with Vitamin C (S$14.90, 50g)

As you can tell, the texture of the Night Cream White is slightly lighter than Day Cream White. It’s pretty much a gel-type moisturizer for night time use. Compared to the day cream, the absorption is much better without feeling too tacky or oily on the skin.

ZA Total Hydration BB Cream UV White SPF 50+ PA+++ (S$15.90, 20g)

I was pretty impressed by this BB Cream. Not sure if you can tell, it kinda brightens and gives a very dewy finish on the back of my hands. Formulated with “oil control powder” and “poreless powder”, it helps to absorb excess sebum and smoothen the skin & reduce pore size respectively. Contains SPF 50+ PA+++, considered as the highest protection for a BB cream.

Here’s pretty Charmian doing a test on the BB Cream! The right side of her face (left side here) is so much brighter and radiant looking! If you realize, the biggest difference is especially around her eye areas with just one layer of application!

And moving on to Aqualabel…

From L to R: Lotion EX R, Royal Rich Essence, Wash EX

Aqualabel Royal Rich Essence (S$35.50, 90ml)

A star product of the Royal Rich range, the essence has highly concentrated fermented royal jelly GL that helps to revitalize fatigued or stressed skin, double hyaluronic acid to retain vital moisture for firm and resilient skin and ginseng extract for skin rejuvenation. Lightly scented with a rose fragrance, it has a dewy-moist and lightweight formula that is easily absorbed without leaving any sticky residue.

The other two products Aqualabel Lotion EX R and Aqualabel Wash EX are priced at S$26.90 and S$17.90 respectively.

Both ranges are available exclusively at Watsons. Thank you ZA and Aqualabel for the lovely goodies! <3

Ending the post with Seventh Heaven’s yummy looking treats! I have to bring the hubby here to try their waffles. I miss their cotton candy ice cream!

RICH Hair Care is a relatively new brand available at selected aLT@BHG, John Little and Watsons. Located on the bustling Champs-Elyesees, RICH Hair Care has absorbed the Parisian style and blended it into a unique collection of hair care products for our tresses that retails from S$16.90 to S$24.90. Today, I will be reviewing their Pure Luxury Intense Moisture Shampoo and Argan De-Frizz & Shine Mist that will help you achieve that luscious locks you have always longed for.

This shampoo works perfectly on all hair types and contains the following ingredients to nourish your hair:

Pro-Vitamin B5 – Strengthens dry and damaged areas
Aloe Vera Extract – Moisturises and hydrates
Avocado Oil – Leaves hair feeling soft and smooth
Coconut Oil – Help reduces static and ensure hair looks truly exquisite and full of shine

The creamy texture of the shampoo lathers really well and doesn’t make my hair dry nor frizzy. My scalp gets really greasy after a day and surprisingly, the shampoo cleans very well without stripping off my hair color.

The correct way to use this mist is to spray it from 15-20cm and massage the oil gently on your hair. I prefer spraying it on my palm to gauge the correct amount to use before I apply it on my hair ends. I would suggest those who have oily hair to use this very sparingly. Don’t worry as the oil penetrates into the hair pretty fast and doesn’t leave an oily, icky feeling on the hair. It helps to tame my frizz and made my hair much easier to manage and style.

This lightweight oil has been infused with the following ingredients:

Argania Spinosa Kernal Oil – To create smooth and radiant hair
Sweet Almond Oil – To condition hair
Olive Oil – To add shine
Linseed Oil – To strengthen dry and tired hair

The mist also offers UV and heat protection and is free from sulfates and parabens. Do you know that sulfates and parabens causes breakage, thinning and dryness of the hair? I’m happy that these harmful ingredients are not found in the products.

I can has smooth hair! Oh yes, I just cut my hair short recently and everyone has been giving me praises. Thank you and I hope I will have the courage to do a pixie cut next time!

Do check out RICH Hair Care’s website or Facebook page for more information on their hair care range. Thanks for reading!