Life is totally full of surprises sometimes.

Other than spending a fair share of time in front of the com,
I spent quite an amount of time running about as well – some times studio, sometimes meetings, sometimes events etc.
And lazy me usually do a quick lunch or so at wherever I’m at,
and usually it will be just that without fruits (Either cuz I don’t have the routine habit to have fruits after meals or the place doesn’t sell cut fruits).

So it’s pretty much serves-me-right that I somehow have problems going to the loo (yeah constipation you may say – they said it’s a girl thing? Is it??
And….right, another of my secrets out. boooo!), and my aunt got me a box of Prune Plus Essence from BRAND’S® InnerShine®  to drink at night (best consume at night and that makes it very convenient at all times!),
and it’s rich in dietary fibre to aid in my bowel movement and it helped after a while!

In anycase, why did I mention that Life’s full of surprise because being a satisfied consumer of BRAND’S® InnerShine® already,
I was more than happy, and immediately agreed to take on this review on their new formula -
BRAND'S® InnerShine® Berry Essence with Grape Seed Extract!

And YAY, I received a set about a week ago to try!

The surprise gift!

I’m in the early twenties now but not that far away from being in mid-twenties (ahhh It feels like I just celebrated 21st not long ago!!),
and It’s pretty frightening to know that age catches up in a fast pace, and I have done my research –
Do you know that the body loses collagen at a rate of 1.5% per annum starting at age 25, leaving to wrinkles & a duller complexion?

Actually to me, I think it has started already!! 
I used to be delighted when people said I looked older than my age (but that’s when I was 17, feels good that I wasn’t looking more matured),
but now it feels pretty boohoo when people think that the bf (who is in his early 30s) looks like 27, and I look about the same age as him!! *pouts*

Grrr not fair, we girls spent so much money & time to go for facials, and buy good skin care products,
whereas the guys don’t – except for either using tap water to wash or just ONE product to wash the hair, body and face.
And in the end, the common consensus is that guys look more charismatic & attractive as they age (as a matter of fact, their wrinkles and lines = more manly)!!!
What about us girls……Trust me, I know how you feel!

So really, it’s never too early for us girls to take care of our youth!!

Truth to be told, no doubt facials & early sleeping time etc help to maintain our complexion,
I personally feel it’s also the food intake and what’s within us that causes the dull complexion, breakouts and all in fact.
Hurhur always stops me from eating those fried food, saying that it's those that cause the breakouts and bumps,
and somehow or rather, you can feel your skin reflects the unhealthiness in the body.

I've friends who already started drinking collagen drinks or taking collagen powder, and
thankfully this came now, it urges me to kick start my beauty regime that I have always wanted.

I’m very thankful for having the privilege to try out BRAND'S® InnerShine® Berry Essence with Grape Seed Extract,
because my days could get pretty busy and sometimes those late nights do take a toll on me too.

Amidst all the busyness, this is very convenient and an oral beauty drink to help meet our beauty needs by nourishing our skin from within!
LET’S BRING IT ON THE YOUTHFUL GLOW!!

Like this, just pop one into your bag easily!

A lil more about BRAND'S® InnerShine® Berry Essence with Grape Seed Extract that you might want to know:

1.    Helps the skin to better retain moisture, preventing it from having lackluster & sallow skin.
2.    Helps to work towards a radiant complexion
3.    The Grape Seed Extract enhances skin elasticity to keep it firm. Powerful health supplement that fight free radical oxidation & UV radiation.
4.    Contains powerful antioxidants & anthocyanins from 5 types of premium berries: Blueberry, blackcurrant, chokeberry, acai berry and cranberry. (btw it’s imposible to get your own mix from the supermarket!!)
5.    A bit on the technical terms, it is fortified with Oligomeric Proanthocyanidin Complexes (OPCS),
       an active ingredient from grape seed extract that helps to strengthen collagen in the skin while slowing down the depletion process, stabilize the capillary walls of the skin, bringing back vitality, vigor and glow.
6.    Grape seed extract has 50 times more potent than vitamin E and 20 times more potent than vitamin C!!

It has no artificial flavouring, colouring or preservatives, and i am very convinced already!
Cuz these facts don't lie, andI like the rich, sweet and smooth taste of this product, and it’s so easy to drink!
Well, it’s like a fruity juice and I like it best when it’s chilled!

You probably have seen it around already and Xiao S is the new ambassador for it.
She has been the spokesperson of BRAND'S® InnerShine® Berry Essence with Grape Seed Extract for a few years in Taiwan now.

Pretty!

Here’s me and my new found beauty drink!


Got inspired by Xiao S photo, decided to try googling for fun and found this site that adds sparkles for me on my picture! Geez, coolbeans! :p
But apparently, it's a trial so the file size is pretty small, hence pardon the pixelated image, more pics below!

You can easily get BRAND'S® InnerShine® Berry Essence with Grape Seed Extract  at selected Watsons, Guardian, FairPrice,
Cold Storage, and Unity outlets for a decent price of S$24.90 for a pack of 6 bottles!
LADIES, Let’s kick start our oral beauty regime!!

Last but not least, To find out how you can enjoy promotions and giveaways or find out more about the drink, do click HERE!
Don’t miss this chance!
 

It's time to bring you more styles and here are some gorgeous pieces that I recently received!

1. you might have already seen this piece from my previous post, and yes!! I am madly in love with this maxi dress from Frockettes!
Love the prints, love the tube cut, and the design at the front. Simply gorgeous.

 
2. Something different & more unique, this shrug from Frockettes can be worn loose like a cardigan or tie like a kimono outer piece!
I matched it with my own leggings, but i think it looks good with a pair of shorts too.

3. This pretty piece from DOT has a very japanese demure feel, especially the prints at the bottom part, looking elegant!
I think the peach colour top really complements the prints, and yes, i bet you like the structured fit too.

4. Summer summer summer, pleats are in fact in the trend if you realised,
this sweet piece from DOT comes in many different colours but I like the yellow shade of this. Definitely a great pick for the weekends!

I was a face model last week filming for Loreal Paris Beauty Backstage Valentine's Series.
Shoot started as early as 9am in the morning at the studio, and thanks to the hardworking team, they were there even earlier to prepare the set up!
We started fimling shortly after I had some final touches done to the hair and base and this is a video that focuses on two Valentine's Day look,
the day & night look.
In fact, these looks can be pretty useful for our normal days out so i think it might be helpful to share the vid with you guys!
Besides that, I love the new range of colours – especially the eyeshadow of Loreal's too!

It's just a quick 5 minutes plus video but in fact, can you believe it that we took like 6 hours to film it?!!
Kudos to the Loreal team and camwerks, they did a good job directing and editing the clip respectively,
in which the vid has its make up methods & pdts used shown precisely, definitely effortlessly easy to learn the looks!

Pretty interesting one i must say, as I got to know the celebrity make-up artist Rick Yang, and he actually shared some tips and tricks in the Loreal Beauty Vid.
Thanks to him, I also stole some useful tips from him on that actual day too! ;p

More peeks behind the scenes!

The Loreal Paris Cosmetics team that i met that day.

The hair that was originally done up to use for the video, but it was pretty messy and inconvenient for the filming,
so hair was changed and you can see it in the pics below or in the vid!
 

Here's the vid! )

 A quick update on the status of the previous post, and the 8 of you have been randomly chosen!
THANK YOU SO MUCH to all for the overwhelming response cum taking time out to leave a comment, 
and how I wished I had more sets to give away!!

Have sent an email to the 8 of you girls for details of the collection this week before Valentine's Day,
so do check your emails ladies!

♥

Today's post will introduce you the various products I used to create The Valentine's Dinner Look!
I bet this occasion, be it celebrating it in advance, on the day or belated,
a good dinner, unpretentious and enjoying special set menu (yeah unfortunately, that's also when restaurants jack up prices!!) is definitely how most of us will spend it!

I have gotten a set of make up from Smoochiezz to do up this entire look, and here're what I used:

Love the extensive range of make up and its colours that they have,
and these make up kits are affordable and easily purchased at their website!

From clockwise direction:
1. NYX 10 Colour Eyeshadow Palette – The Runway Collection, ESP10C04 CATWALK Shade
2. NYX Eyeshadow – Triple Eye Shadows for Sexy Eyes, TS11 ORANGE/GOLDEN ORANGE/PEACH Shade
Used a mixture of the above to blend in a natural shade of eyeshadow on the eye lids
3. M.A.C Blusher – PEACHYKEEN Shade
For a natural colour on the cheeks!
4. NYX Eyeshadow Base – ESB03
Love the smooth texture of this, apply before the eyeshadow for long lasting effect and can be used as concealer too!
5. NYX Super Skinny Marker Eyeliner – SSEM01 CARBON BLACK Shade
Nuff said.
6. NYX Shine Eyeliner – SL08 PLATINUM Shade
Lining the bottom of the eye, and especially the inner corner of the eyes, helps to widen out & brighten up your eyes!
7. NYX Soft Matte Lip Cream – SMLC01 AMSTERDAM Shade
No Angeline Jolie's lips, but at least a stunning distinctive loud shade of colour to compliment the natural colours overall!
Maybe it does call out for a passionate "kiss me" to your partner! teehee :p

I don't exactly use Red lipstick though I really really love the look of it and how it creates a different kind of beauty feel after that.
Cuz I think the red lip kinda have a stronger appeal, calls out for a lil more attention, in a positive way of course but mainly suitable for events or special occasions than usual daily look in my opinion.
But Valentine's Day is supposed to be romantic and that's a PERFECT occasion to put on your red lippie!!

And here's the final look!! Love good hair days which the curls stay as well!
Time to bring out the narcissism!! :p

THANK YOU SMOOCHIEZZ for the beautiful set of make up!
And guess what? They will be having an event booth on these particular dates, and pricing will be S$1-S$2 off from the online pricing!
Do visit them to get your make up!

Location : Tanjong Pagar Xchange; 120 Maxwell Road (S) 069119 ( Tanjong pagar mrt EW15)
Dates and Time: 6th February – 3rd March
Time: 8AM-8PM (Monday to Friday Only) 

Location : United Square Shopping Mall Main Atrium, 101 Thomson Road (S) 307591
Dates: 16th – 19th February 2012
Time: 12pm to 9pm 

 
Two outfits that you are more casual & relaxed if you wouldn't want something too dressed up but more versatile instead!

♥ From Damselove, this black dress is completely versatile! Glam it up with a necklave and heels and it's good for a corporate look,
or wear it simple with pumps and minimal accessories for a casual weekend out!

♥ And a unique paperbag skirt design from Damselove available in one of the loveliest nude shade (and other colours too!).
Easy, simple and chic! We all need such staple in our wardrobe ladies!

We all know Saint Valentine's Day is approaching, and it's 9 more days to be exact!
It is no doubt known as a day which lovers express their love for each other by presenting flowers, offering confectionery, and sending cards & love notes,
and I'm glad most of us are still keeping up to this tradition, be it for our partners or for friends,
giving each and every one a lil surprise for that particular day.

This year shall be a lil special one, and you guys have been really sweet by showing support (especially for the "Crossroads" entry),
and I shall SHOW MY LOVE to you by giving out Pink Love Boxes to you! ♥

I have specially prepared 8 boxes, and each and every box has a complete set of Maybelline cosmetics & Facial/eye Mask,
and i hope that it would be a great present for you to doll up for your partner/friend on the Valentine's!
if you would like to receive a set, just drop a comment to let me know in this entry with:
1. Your Name
2. Email For Contact (you can type in the "email fill" when dropping the comment, it will be screened even if i approved the comment!)
3. Just comment: LOVE!

Will randomly pick 8 ladies and pass you the boxes before Valentine's Day!

P.S: Thank you MAYBELLINE! For being so generous and stepping forward to show their love to all of us by providing these complete sets!

MAYBELLINE Hyer Sharp Liner ♥  BabyLips Lip Bum ♥ Eyeshadow (shade not fixed) ♥ Lipstick(shade not fixed) ♥ Clear Smooth B.B Cream ♥
Falsies Youth Blast Mascara ♥ Facial Mask Sheets ♥

Here are the NEW IN this week, and there will be features of some outfits that are perfect for Valentine's as well.
Be it you are celebrating in advance during the weekends or at the actual day,
I bet all of us girls would love to don on new pieces and doll up for that.
Enjoy the new pieces!

♥ A dainty dress from Vette's that is accompanied with soft lovely flora prints. I like it that it's sweet yet vintage looking, making it stands out.
Quote "BeaPromo" to enjoy S$2 off.


♥ If you didn't realise, this is actually a Romper Dress from Vette's!
Don't worry about places that you can't sit at utmost comfort (especially in traditional Japanese places or picnics on the weekend),
this stunning orange piece is just the way to go! Quote "BeaPromo" to enjoy S$2 off.

♥ I always love prints, and my mom agrees with me that this is a lovely looking dress with gorgeous modern flora prints!
What i love about this is also the flattering structured cut, especially the waist area. Definitely gives us shape. Great Job, Flaunt Label!

 
♥ Another dress that I received compliments! This maxi bohemian dress is also another exclusive manufactured item by Flaunt Label,
and quality is thick and I'm in love with the prints too! Don't miss it out and get it before it goes out of stock!

I had a shoot two days ago and it's for a hair & beauty magazine that is debuting next month, so exciting!
Whenever there's hair that matters, you know Salon Vim is definitely one the trusted ones!

So I had to report early to Salon Vim @ 313 somerset for hair,
and thanks to Gary for these lovely curls which i can never do it myself!!

Here's a bare-&-looking-tired face at the Salon in the morning, and make up would be next.

The two friendly girls from the magazine!

I'm not really sure why Gary is holding the nescafe bottle, super hilarious. i think it was cuz he walked passed and was asked for a shot!
That's the make up artist that beautified me on the right pic.
Here's me feeling LIKE-A-BOSS!! :p

There were four locations for the shoot, together with four outfits, and it was pretty fun albeit the tiredness,
but I had one awesome picnic scene which they prepared really pretty (and i heard very tasty) cupcakes from Maramalade Pantry,
as well as lovely balloons on set!
It was a pity I didn't manage to take any picture of that because we had to do it fast to miss the rain.
More peeks below!

  
Set 1: at the studio!

My trusted stylist, John came with us on set too!
He was put on this task pretty last minute and kinda wore the wrong outfit especially with clients involved, teehee,
was uber hilarious when he told me about it (i didn't really notice it anyway).. what's with CREAMSODA?!

The second location at MBS!

The last location after picnic at Edes Spa!

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