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Is it Halloween yet? Hey belles! I’m sorry for the lack of updates recently as I’ve been feeling rather under the weather so my brain hasn’t been functioning properly. Haha! There’s definitely a vicious flu bug going around as everyone who’s come through my studio door has been battling nasty flus too. Load up on the fluids and Vitamin Ds you guys! I feel a lot better today so I wasted no time in crafting this little ‘Get Halloween Ready With Me’ post to take you on a wicked Halloween ride. Now put on your Halloween paint and buckle up! We have a party to go to! “This witch can be bribed with chocolates!” Hanging out in Honeyz Haunted Paint House ! To make sure the Halloween spirit is always flowing in the studio, I created this little Halloween dessert table with props and treats for all to have fun with. Don’t worry, there are no tricks here – only good ol’ treats for my awesome peeps! Mwahaha! “I make nail contact before eye contact!” What better way to ‘creep it real’ than with a boo-tiful set of manicured nails! Amanda of Nail Indulgence De Beau sculpted that 3D spider from scratch! To amp up the supernatural factor, I chose a gorgeous iridescent gold pink sheen for the base color with an overlaid cobweb design. Check out this video to see the nails in action! Quote JULIANA for 10% off all services at Nail Indulgence De Beau ! Birthday peeps get an even bigger treat with an extra 5% off! “A little lipstick never hurts” Palladio Velvet Matte Metallic Cream Lip Colour in LV13 Lavish  (SGD7.10) I was super excited to receive this charming vial of lip colour from the Palladio folks a couple of months ago. The sultry red hue is spellbinding in real life! You’ll be happy to know that the lipstick also performs double duty as skin care for your lips. Its creamy formula is enhanced with green tea and Vitamin E to give you the most luscious and chap-free pout for your fang-tastic parties! I love that my lips remained soft and smooth for hours. I can totally see myself wearing this throughout the holiday season. However, the doe-foot applicator wand feels wider than other brands I tried so it tends to pick up a little too much product for my liking. This means it also made it more challenging for a makeup klutz like me to trace and perfect the lip line of my dreams. I would highly recommend you to use a lipliner to contour and create the outline of your desired look before you apply the lipstick. Once you get that out of the way, the lipstick is almost foolproof. It glides on easily and even with multiple layers, it does not feel too heavy. The intense colour brings out the dark and mysterious side of you, making it the perfect disguise this Halloween. Palladio products are now available at all Guardian stores . I’m ready to spook the night away! Witch, Please! 🕸🎃🕷 Finally, please allow me to present my wearable day and night looks for the most spooktacular holiday of the year! Halloween doesn’t have to be all ghoulish and dark. The theme of my day time look is colourful stylish edibles. Think ice-cream shoes and lemon clutches! I went a little gothic for my night look with dark lips and swapped my pink bomber jacket for a black version. Now all I need is a parking lot for my broom! Outfits by  Pepperkoko.com.sg . Enter promo code JULSHARES to enjoy SGD10 off when you spend more than SGD60 at  Pepperkoko.com.sg ! To receive the freshest scoop on their new arrivals or promotions, follow them on FB at  facebook.com/pepperkokosg and IG  @pepperkokosg . Behind the scenes at Honeyz Paint House Yeap. I actually burnt a hole in one of my colour gels. Lesson learnt – always google how to use studio equipment first. Haha! Bats all folks! I hope you had fun getting Halloween ready with me. For more Hallo-scream scoop, follow me on Instagram @ilovebunnynet . Happy Haunting this Halloween! Your friend, Juliana

Life is about moments. Don’t wait for them, create them! Here’s sharing with you a special moment at the City Of Tomorrow launch party last month. We had the most wonderful time tasting the finest wines from Underground Wines , playing Perfumer for a few good minutes at  Scent by SIX  and even made some pretty unique nail colours with  Nail Deck . A special shoutout to The Talad Drink for your delicious Thai Milk Teas. Who can say no to authentic Thai refreshments? And can’t forget the Alchemist of beverages, Alchemy X for your generous bottles of cold brew! City of Tomorrow is designed for urbanites seeking inspiration and fresh excitement in the business district with the vivid landscape of different thematic zones. Scroll down for all the shenanigans! Shop till you drop! Besides the fun and uber photogenic game areas featured above, the store also offers seven specially curated themed zones that sell products from more 50 local and international brands. I was overwhelmed (in a good way) when I first stepped foot in the store. I wanted to see everything! Talk about being spoilt for choice! Calm down, Jules. As I moved along, my shopping mood also changed with the different themes, from Tropical Paradise’s summery vibe to the Queen’s Room’s sophisticated glamour! Now let’s go on a mini tour with me around their spacious store! Tropical Paradise Be sure to make Tropical Paradise the first stop before your next sunset vacation. Leave behind the minimalist tropes of everyday wear and embrace maximalist design to start your trip with a bang. The tropical prints and diverse swimwear designs and eye catching pieces will make sure you’re ready to kiss the sun in style! Nail Deck The Studio (Minimalist) Sports Hall (Active Wear) Play Palace (Kids) The Locker Room (Menswear) The Queen’s Room (LUXE) If you’re looking for royalty in the lavishly designed and delicately feminine Queen’s room, you need look no further than the nearest mirror because this space is all about giving yourself the royal treatment. From luxurious lingerie, to glamorous loungewear, gowns and heels, the Queen’s Room ensures you feel regal through and through! The Secret Garden (F&B) When you’re spoilt for fashion choice, sometimes it’s best to take a step back and refresh yourself, and what better way to do that than with the mesmerising liquid creations of this fabulous F&B zone. Enjoy a psychedelic kaleidoscopic drink fit for a unicorn or enjoy their unique coffee house blends crafted by some of the finest baristas Singapore has to offer. Digging deep for true flavour with this splendid gift from Underground Wines which just happened to be named after Bobby! Haha! Since they are also an event space, they also have a host of events lined up for you this holiday season. Click on this link for more up to date news about their latest workshops and parties! Website:  www.cityoftomorrow.sg FB: @CityofTomorrowSG IG: @cityoftomorrow.sg Now let’s make it a holiday to remember! Your friend, Juliana #CityOfTomorrow

What’s the most ‘beauty-ful’ way to travel around the world? Visit a Watsons store of course! Watsons have been firing on all cylinders all year to bring you the best cornucopia of beauty products from Japan, Korea, the US, Denmark and many more. This travel season, the beauty behemoth is all about helping you look good and feel great no matter where you go in this beautiful wide world. And what better way to present their brand new offerings than with a glamping party indoors! Haha! Scroll down to join me in the great outdoors, I mean ‘ indoors’ at Watsons’ WatsON Trend party! Have fun! But first, food! The food was on point, in perfect glamping style! Did you see the mini tents on the buffet table??? Haha! Now that our bellies are filled. Let’s head to the camp site! The spacious hall housed five tents, chock full of products inspired by different regions and continents. First stop, Ibiza! Make sure you have these products in tow for Ibiza’s Mediterranean climate. Schwarzkopf Beology Their new premium hair care range is made with deep sea extract sourced from the unpolluted depths of over 2,000m below sea level. This powerful antioxidant helps neutralize free radicals and protect hair and scalp from environmental aggressors to enhance your hair’s natural repairing abilities. Beology’s formula is also powered by three types of keratin and proteins that can penetrate the hair’s cortex to strengthen its inner structure and repair the hair from inside out. The Beology repair line will be exclusively at all Watsons Singapore stores from January 2018. Prices start from SGD21. Secret Day Korean brand Secret Day specialises in professional female care that embraces the lifestyle of the differentiated, sensual modern women. Secret Day’s products are produced with strictly selected raw materials – enabling women to maintain their health during that time of the month. Prices start from SGD4.50. Lactacare Lactacare was launched in Denmark as a local initiative in 2008 and rapidly became the leader of the probiotic market. The concept of Lactacare was built on the consumer insight that more than half of the population is experiencing problems with their stomach, and that consumers want products tailored for specific problems. All Lactacare products are produced using unique protected, patented cryogenic technology that ensures a better effect, longer viability on consumption including maximum acid and bile stability. Prices start from SGD36.90. ATOPALM ATOPALM was born from a father’s love for his kids and a passion for research. Dr. Raymond Park, a research scientist poured his heart into creating a hypoallergenic formula that gently and safely healed his son from persistent dermatitis. Dr Park spent years of research to develop ATOPALM – a consumer line of products to heal and protect sensitive skin. ATOPALM is a well-known household name voted #1 in Korea for the past decade, giving consumers access to ancient beauty secrets of gentle and unique formulas discovered through advanced innovation. Prices start from SGD19. Madagascar Your safari adventures are not complete without these beauty goodies! Kinohimitsu With the aim of using the best in nature to improve one’s well-being, Kinohimitsu offers a range of nutraceutical products for all detox, health and beauty needs. The brand utilizes the energy and healing properties of plants in their products to provide thorough, quick and effective remedies to boost the quality of the human body. All Kinohimitsu products possess nature-based extracts that are vital to nature’s self-regulating system, with no added sugar, preservatives, artificial colouring, flavouring, chemicals and no hormones, as tested by SGS. Prices start at SGD31.90. Jorubi Jorubi has been recognized as a provider of high quality Aloe Vera-based products for more than 30 years. Jorubi ensures effective Aloe Vera content in each product to fully capitalize on the ingredient’s natural healing properties. This is done through meticulous proprietary manufacturing methods that preserve the Aloe Vera’s nutrients in every step of the manufacturing process from plant harvesting right up to filling. Since 1974, Jorubi has been committed to using proprietary methods to harvest and process its Aloe Vera plants. Each Aloe Vera leaf is carefully hand-picked, stored, and stabilized to ensure the most potent effects and highest quality end products for consumers. The brand’s goal is to create products which are able to provide skin with the full effects of Aloe Vera’s amazing natural healing abilities, giving consumers sustainably healthy, glowing and confident skin. Prices start at SGD16.80. Kyusoku Jikan Kyusoku, means ‘Legs Relaxation’ in Japanese. Kyusoku Jikan Relaxing Leg Care Products are gentle on the skin and easy to use. Each product is formulated with natural aromatic fragrances that leave your legs, feet and heels feeling refreshed and rejuvenated. Prices start at SGD7.50. Max Factor Max Factor is an internationally acclaimed cosmetics brand hailing from Hollywood. The brand was founded in 1904 by Mr. Max Factor, an innovator of beauty, who created the signature looks of some of Hollywood’s most famous actresses such as Marilyn Monroe. Mr. Max Factor also coined the term “make-up”, and was the first to avail them to the general public in 1920s. With more than 100 years of make-up know-how under its belt, Max Factor continually evolves itself in response to the ever-changing needs of women. The brand has inspired thousands of women worldwide by providing her with the tools to effortlessly create her own glamour every day. Prices start at SGD20.90. Santorini Before you step foot on the romantic volcanic-sand beaches of Santorini, do make sure you have these on hand! BlanX BlanX was recently crowned Italy’s top professional whitening toothpaste. Its non-abrasive, peroxide free formula promises to help you restore your teeth to their natural whiteness. It is the only cosmetic toothpaste that is made with ingredients derived from Arctic Lichen, a natural extract, for a whiter smile without harming your teeth. Prices start from SGD12.90. Naturals by Watsons Naturals by Watsons offers a series of high quality hair, bath and body ranges that are made with the finest ingredients sourced from around the world. The range features a Double Up formulation – harnessing twice the power from each ingredient for twice the benefits. Each ingredient boasts benefits such as moisturising, softening, brightening or pampering. No double trouble, just double blessings! Prices start from SGD4.90. Wet n Wild The MegaLast Liquid Catsuit Matte Lipstick glides on like butter and feels like second skin on the lips. Made with a lightweight formula, it goes on the lips glossy but transforms into a high-pigmented matte finish with long staying power that does not dry the lips. The range is available in eight colours. The lipstick is priced at SGD12.90 each. Nutox Nutox is the first skin care range to have Bird’s Nest as the key ingredient. In 2014, the brand’s range enhanced their products with twice the Bird’s Nest and Actigenic+ technology to promote youthfulness. Today, Nutox is recognized as one of Malaysia’s Top 3 anti-ageing moisturizers and serums. Prices start at SGD26.90. Korea That’s where I’m heading to this December, so you bet I was all ears about the latest trends to look out for when we were in this tent! Frudia Frudia is the result of 30 years of dedicated research by the Frudia Research Lab, in hopes of looking for a better way to treat skin. Plants and fruits both provide a rich repository of nutrients and anti-oxidants that help to naturally protect and beautify skin. Frudia captures nutrients into products that protect skin and give you that natural glow. Prices start at SGD15.90. Get it Beauty Facial Masks Korean beauty facial masks made with cellulose that are smooth and non-irritable on the skin. The masks are highly absorbent, environmentally friendly and do not contain harmful ingredients and only strong skin protectants. ceLABrity Facial Masks are new and exclusively available at all Watsons stores. Prices start at SGD3.90. Clematis Clematis’ Potpourri Lipsticks are highly pigmented and in a matte texture for a velvety finish on the lips. It has a moisturising coated gel film, containing vitamin E and murumuru butter keeping the inside of your lips moist. Available in 15 colours at SGD22.90 each. Christmas Wonderland From unicorn brushes to cute travel inflatable pillows, Watsons makes sure you’re covered from head to toe this holiday season. If you’re scratching your head about what to get for your loved ones, check out the luxurious spa sets below! Sharing some Christmas cheer with the beautiful Kaiting ! I hope you had fun scooting around the world with me and Watsons! These covetable products are now available on  www.watsons.com.sg . For instant updates on availability and promotions, follow them on  FB  and IG  @watsonssg  too. Have fun and keep sparkling! Holiday mode: activated Your friend, Juliana #SponsoredPost #Watsons

What happens when you mix nature, wellness and beauty together? You get the brand new Creme Simon! Haha! The french beauty connoisseur just gave its brand a total overhaul and you can experience their new beauty mantra ‘Caring beyond your skin’ at their newly minted flagship store at Downtown OUE Gallery 1. I’m a tea fanatic so I was super happy to try Creme Simon’s new ‘Les Thés de Monsieur Simon’ tea collection. There is also a new supplement range to go with these new offerings. These new vegetal capsules are free of fillers, gluten, preservatives and colourings. Can skincare get any better than this? Scroll down to find out more about their latest products and promotions! Psst! Black Friday deals included! Supplements Do you know that not all supplements are created the same? According to the Creme Simon beauty experts, unlike countries like the U.S. that are allowed to use ingredients until proven unsafe, French manufacturers are not allowed to use ingredients until proven safe! Also look out for the format and colour of the pills you’re taking. Creme Simon highly recommend clear gel capsules over tablet pill formats to avoid potential fillers, binders and colorings. If you are vegan, opt for gel capsules made of 100% vegetal sources instead of gelatin made from bovine sources. Many brands add colourings to disguise discolouration after one year. Some brands even add magnesium silicate (aka talc) in their supplements. Sheesh! If you would like to find out more about the benefits (as well as dangers) of supplements, consult Creme Simon’s page for everything you need to know about these beauty products you’re feeding your body. I learnt so much from their workshops and website. Now let’s take a closer look at what Creme Simon is offering. Dynamisant | Feel SGD42/60 capsules This exceptional food supplement combines 12 essential vitamins and 7 minerals with the botanical power of specialty ingredients such as Ginseng and Rhodiola to boost mood, energy, mental well-being, endurance as well as anti-aging properties. Perfect for those with busy lifestyles, to enhance workplace performance and decrease the effects of stress or lack of sleep. •  Vitamins B1, B2, B5, B6, B8, B12 and C : To contribute to metabolism and energy. •  Magnesium , naturally sourced from seawater: To help reduce fatigue. •  Copper and Zinc : To boost immunity. •  Ginseng Root : To help maximise cognitive memory, brain function as well as physical and mental capacities. •  Rhodiola Root : To revitalise and alleviate stress and fatigue. Help boost mood, mental alertness and concentration. •  Other Essential Vitamins & Minerals : Vitamin A, B3, B9, D3, E, Iron, Manganese, Chrome, Selenium. Détente | Rest SGD42/60 capsules This natural sleep aid promises to relax the mind and body, promoting better quality sleep within a shorter time. Ideal for adjusting to new time zones when travelling, or addressing sleep issues due to anxiety, over-fatigue and insomnia. •  Magnesium , naturally sourced from seawater: To support muscle relaxation and alleviate sleep disturbances. •  Gingko Biloba : To improve sleep quality by reducing anxiety, fatigue and insomnia. •  Melatonin , a naturally occurring hormone: To ease jet lag and insomnia by entraining or regulating sleep-wake cycles. •  Tryptophan , an essential amino acid and precursor to melatonin: To invoke feelings of calm, relaxation, and induce sleep for better mood the next day. Beauté | Look SGD48/50 capsules The beauty of your skin relies on its health. Hormonal imbalance, stress and pollution, lifestyle and dietary choices all have an impact on the largest organ we have. Together with a sensible diet, this natural food supplement helps delay premature aging, improve skin conditions as well as promote healthy hair and nails. •  French Maritime Pine Bark Extract , from the forests of Bordeaux, France where pesticides and herbicides are not allowed. A bioflavonoid-rich supplement that supports healthy glowing skin by: 1. Stimulating the production of collagen and hyaluronic acid to boost skin elasticity, firmness and water retention. 2. Improving microcirculation to stimulate oxygen and nutrient supply for radiant detoxed skin. Helps relieve under-eye puffiness too. 3. Increasing skin cells’ natural antioxidant capabilities to shield against free radicals produced by UV rays, stress and pollution, by up to 2 times. 4. Reducing hyperpigmentation and inflammation. •  Grapeseed Extract,  containing Oligomeric Proanthocyanidins (OPCs) with 20 times the antioxidant power of Vitamin E, 50 times the antioxidant power of Vitamin C. For Skin: To protect skin against sun damage, help soothe and heal acne, eczema and skin inflammation. For Hair: To help strengthen hair and promote hair regrowth by stimulating hair follicles. •  Bee Propolis , resinous mixture that honey bees collect from tree buds: To restore, heal and soothe skin whilst stimulating cell regrowth. •  Rosemary : To help reverse premature hair loss and greying. •  Coenzyme Q10 , a naturally occuring antioxidant in our body that depletes with age and stress, linked with aging: To maintain collagen, elastin production and skin cell regenerative abilities. Studies show it can help reduce the appearance of wrinkles and crow’s feet too. •  Vitamin A, C and E Vitamin A for skin protection. Vitamin C to boost skin healing, prevent skin fragility from oxidative stress, as well as to help regenerate Vitamin E for healthy skin. •  Organic Selenium and Zinc : For healthy immune system, hair and skin. Remember to look out for country of production, colour and format! I’m pretty convinced by Creme Simon’s beauty mission to make sure their supplements are efficient and safe for our consumption. I just started my little Creme Simon vitamin journey and I’ll be sharing more about my thoughts on the supplements on IG soon! Teas The kind folks at Creme Simon made sure I was fully indulging in the Creme Simon wellness experience by also gifting Bobby and me three of their most popular teas. Since it was the Mid-Autumn festival too (eek! I know I’m so late), they also included some delicious homemade mooncakes to go with the teas. You bet your bottom dollar that a lot of thought went into the mooncakes too. Besides the matching colours, the mooncakes are also made with the freshest ingredients inspired by the different teas. We had chamomile flavoured mooncakes to go with the Relax tea, strawberry with the Beauty tea and ginger and lemongrass with the Purify tea. A match made in the high tea heaven indeed! Belle Peau | Skin SGD35/tin This specialty herbal blend is packed with powerful antioxidants and phytonutrients to help delay signs of aging, relieve psoriasis and eczema, and clear acne. •  Rooibos : Help prevent wrinkles, heal skin irritations and boost skin radiance. •  Organic Honeybush : Rich in anti-oxidants to promote skin healing. •  Chamomile : Calming and soothing to reduce skin irritations and neutralise free radicals. •  Lemon Balm : Help repair and tighten skin. •  Fennel : Colon cleansing to flush toxins from liver and gall bladder. •  Ginseng : Help tone and brighten skin. Beauté | Beauty SGD35/tin This 100% natural blend is created to promote healthy skin, liver and kidneys, and to help reverse the damage caused by UV, pollution and other environmental stresses on our body. •  Apple : Rich in polyphenols to fight against free radicals. •  Hibiscus : A mild diuretic that aid gradual weight loss, while managing cholesterol and blood pressure. •  Rosehips : Help delay aging and accelerate skin healing. •  Elderberry, Blackberry, Raspberry, Strawberry : Relieve water retention, cleanse urinary tract and maintain liver and kidney health. •  Sweet Blackberry Leaves : Collagen-forming for healthy skin and hair. Détente | Relax SGD32/tin This natural blend has been formulated to help sleep or rest better while recovering from the day’s activities. •  Peppermint Leaves : To soothe anxiety, emotional stress, relax digestive muscles and cramps. •  Chamomile Flowers : To relieve insomnia, promote a good night’s sleep, and stimulate the body’s natural recovery. •  Real Vanilla Bits : For nausea and stomach upsets. •  Bluecorn Flowers : To help relieve water retention, chest congestions and anxiety. There’s Beauty, Skin, Relax and Purify in their tea collection. So which is your favorite? For me, it’s Relax, of course! I believe that when you take the time and ‘tea’ to relax, everything else will fall into place. Good skin will also ensue. The Relax tea is made of Peppermint Leaves, Chamomile flowers, real Vanilla Bits and Bluecorn flowers. And since it’s free of caffeine and added sugar, I usually take it before bedtime for a better night’s sleep. Creme Simon made sure I continue to keep up with my beauty regime with some of their best sellers. Thank you so much guys! I can’t ask for better Christmas presents! 😛 Happy Black Friday! Online store: creme-simon.com FB: facebook.com/cremesimonparis IG: instagram.com/cremesimon Happy shopping and keep sparkling belles! Your friend, Juliana #CremeSimon

The best time of year is nearly upon us and as the song goes, I’m so excited and I just can’t hide it! Cue The Pointer Sisters! 😛 There is definitely a festive energy in the air, so even with so much to do, with so many tasks to complete before the year ends, I feel truly exhilarated and as I finish more and more of my home Christmas decorations, the feeling is just snowballing into a giant cloud of happiness. Seeing people rushing around with the common goal of just making our loved ones happy, it’s a really magical feeling. That’s not to say it’s all a bed of candy floss. We all know what a challenge it can be to find the ideal gift for someone, but come this time of year it’s no longer someone but sometwenty! Eek! Stay calm Jules, you can do this! Now given what I write about, it’s no surprise that I often find myself gifting my friends and loved ones with beauty gifts galore but at the same time I want to keep things exciting and unpredictable for my friends, so I started to think outside of the gift box! And that is exactly how I chanced upon OSIM’s range of electronic beauty products. Now I’m sure for most, the brand OSIM requires no introduction. Synonymous with high-end home massage products, but beauty products I hear you ask? Well it turns out OSIM has an entire range of products for the beauty conscious, including a special Christmas collection with prices starting as low as $68, not for one, but for two goodies! Check out their full range of Christmas sets here . I definitely wanted to see for myself what these intriguing devices could do. I picked up the uGem 2 Beauty Massager and the uScalp massage device. OSIM uScalp As a frequent migraine sufferer, I’m always looking for drug free therapeutic treatment options. A scalp massage from hubby or good ol’ mummy often helps to take off the edge, but alas, their hands are not always free. Approaching the uScalp with some trepidation, I was very very pleasantly surprised. The rotating finger-like prongs genuinely feel the same as having someone give you a scalp massage (sorry B I don’t need you anymore). Holding the device gently against my scalp, I really felt wave upon wave of relaxation and moving the device down to my neck and upper back, I could feel the device easing out the knots acquired from sitting in front of my laptop a hundred hours every day. Now it goes without saying, the more relaxed, refreshed and rested you are, the better the outcome of any beauty regime, and in this way the uScalp was a real winner for me. The uScalp helped me to unwind and relax, setting me up for the evening ahead. Less stress, less migraines, less frowning and wrinkles, ultimately meaning I had less to do when starting my beauty regime, helping you look good by helping your feel good from within. Energized and refreshed by my scalp massage, I was eager to discover what the uGem 2 could do! OSIM uGem 2 The uGem 2 is a small compact massage probe with a smooth 18k rose gold finish featuring a massage plate that pulsates 6000 times per minute. The micro pulses penetrate deep into the skin to stimulate your circulation while the massage plate is small enough to target problem areas like eye bags, fine lines and wrinkles, facial puffiness and even help towards achieving a slimmer v-shaped face. With all the household chores I’ve been doing of late, cleaning, prepping and decorating for Christmas, the skin on my hands have sure taken a toll. I decided to try out the uGem 2 on the new fine lines on my hands. I applied a moisturizer and set the probe to work. After just ten minutes I was literally shocked, this gizmo really did what it says on the box. Fine lines were visibly reduced after such a short space of time, I was genuinely shocked and simultaneously happy with my new beauty discoveries! I can’t wait to see what happens with more regular use. OSIM have quite a few innovative products in their repertoire and I found the prices quite reasonable, making them great gift choices for friends and loved ones, especially when considering that traditional beauty products such as creams, lotions and fragrances run out and expire but these devices can be enjoyed for years to come, requiring only a battery change from time to time. Well worth checking out and it seems like even Tosh Zhang and Apple from Ah Boys to Men love these OSIM goodies as much as I do: So if you’re in the market for an alternative gift for a beauty conscious friend, OSIM might be just what you’re looking for! Check them out and let me know what you think! OSIM Christmas Exclusive! From now till 31 Dec 2017, the uGem 2 Beauty Massager and uScalp Salon-style Scalp Massager are available at only $99 each! (U.P. $149 each) They are now retailing at all OSIM Stores, roadshows and their online store at www.OSIM.com . If you would like to find more about OSIM’s products or promotions, you can stalk them on FB at  facebook.com/OSIMSG  for all the freshest scoop. *wink* Now that the gifts are taken care of, I can relax and toast to a very merry Christmas this year. Cheers everyone! Your friend, Juliana #OSIM #SponsoredPost

No one is too old for fairytales and carousels… I’m having a whimsical Weds-daze with my new Anna Sui products! Think Mary Poppins like carousel cake pops and boudoir themed makeup! Aah… the hallmarks of Anna Sui style, don’t you agree? 🎪 Their star-studded holiday collection is inspired by stardust and the ever-changing patterns and colours of a kaleidoscope! Talk about melding reality with our fantasy world. You bet they rose to the top of my makeup wishlist the moment I laid my eyes on them! I also just visited their freshly opened flagship counter at BHG Bugis last month and absolutely love the counter’s equally vintage, feminine and fairytale elements that totally reflect the designer’s tastes and cultural obsessions. I felt like I was entering Anna Sui’s personal makeup room! I wish my girl cave looked like this. Maybe it’s time to call my ID again! Haha! There’s so much I want to show you. Scroll down and join me on a magical beauty adventure at Anna Sui’s new flagship counter! The Autumn Collection To commemorate the one year anniversary of Anna Sui’s revamp, they came up with this customisable floral case that looks like a treasure chest blooming with flowers. What a great way to represent their new beginnings blossoming into something even greater! One more carousel photo for the win! 😛 The Holiday Collection Let the swatching begin! Lipstick K Their new Lipstick K features a design inspired by an infinite number of star dust bouncing off of a kaleidoscope. The red hue is soft, buttery and glittery, perfect for all day use. I was so in love with the Eye and Face Colour Sticks G too. They are very easy to apply and subtle enough for everyday use. You thought they were lipsticks too eh? Haha! I was so excited to try these new products that can instantly add oomph to your regular makeup with just a swipe. 10 thumbs up for these new products! Just when you thought it couldn’t get any better than this – I spotted a dessert counter! A party is never complete without dessert! And of course, they are totally in harmony with the theme of the new store. Happiness level elevated! The walls are not spared. On the other side of the store, we spotted an interesting art piece by Japanese illustrator, Okamura Yuta. It first appears as a wallpaper design with forest foliage motifs but at on closer examination, you spot hidden images of forest animals. Charming! Come on look again! According to Anna Sui, the wallpaper represents your adventure in their new store, very much like a thrilling treasure hunt in a mysterious forest, where you seek and discover magical products that transform your everyday look. And this they believe, will make you very happy. Well, I can’t agree more. My Very Own Anna Sui Adventure I also received my very own Anna Sui coffret of magic! Here’s my Anna Sui V400! Love the glossy finish! Anna Sui Loose Face Powder N200. It’s a translucent lavender highlighting powder, for that added glow on our weary complexions on busy work days. Thank you for the yummy cake pops too, Anna Sui and Wom PR! Yay! To indulge in Anna Sui’s magical world too, visit their new store at BHG Bugis Department Store, located at 200 Victoria St, Singapore 188021. They open from 10.30pm – 10.00pm daily. For more info about their holiday collection, hit up www.annasui.com Have fun and keep sparkling! Your friend, Juliana #AnnaSui

Christmas to me kinda feels like it’s suddenly everyone’s birthday on the same day and we all get to celebrate together in a lovely huge ball of fuzzy goodness. ‘Tis definitely the season to be jolly, ‘tis the season to shop till you drop and for a whole lot of us, ‘tis the season to travel and be merry! As much as I’m looking forward to a white Christmas in Korea, I’m dreading the inevitable rush to the airport, lugging my luggage around, the unsleepably crammed quarters on the plane and of course the mandatory aches and pains. Don’t you just wish every plane seat was one of those sumptuously cozy massage chairs? Alas, you can’t bring an OSIM massage chair onto your flight, but you can bring some of their numerous handy travel sized gadgets and gizmos with you! Some of which might even be better travel companions than your loved ones! Can these little bundles of joy fit into your travel itinerary too? Read on to find out! I decided to pick up the uMask Eye Massager and the uSnooz Massage Wrap to see if I really might be able to snooze all the way to Korea for Christmas. Time for some hands on action! First up, the OSIM uMask Eye Massager, a soft plush eye mask with a twist. OSIM uMask Eye Massager Not only does the cuddly fabric make the mask a dream to wear, with great light blocking qualities for those of us who are light sleepers, but it also houses batteries to power the eye mask’s secret superpower. By pressing the embedded button at the side, you activate the eye mask’s gentle massage feature. I found it mimicking how I feel in certain moving vehicles as I started to drift off to dreamland almost tout de suite. The massage is also a great way to relieve tired and strained eyes before bed while the portability of the eye mask means it’s perfect for taxi or plane rides, or even short naps in the office when the boss isn’t looking! The cover is also removable whenever you want to wash and refresh your trusty eye massager. All in all, a very handy little device which I’ll definitely be bringing on my next long haul. Next up, the OSIM uSnooz Massage Wrap. OSIM uSnooz Massage Wrap Yet another plush delight from the brilliant minds at OSIM. I’ll admit it, I love stealing food from B even when I’m not hungry, but B definitely gets his own back every time we take a flight somewhere. He always refuses to get his own travel pillow and insists on sharing mine, which of course means I wake up to see my hubby with the pillow all to himself. Ouch my neck! Well worry no more. The uSnooz is so long that I can either enjoy its cuddly embrace all around my neck or we can both share it without one of us getting the short end of the straw. Press the button at the side and you’ll be welcomed by wave upon wave of calming hypnotic goodness, while the button next to it allows you to adjust the therapeutic intensity of the massage to your liking. Armed with these two OSIM goodies, I suddenly find myself looking forward to my next squeezy, rushed, achey flight overseas! Bring it on! Psst! Even Frosty and Fatsnow approve! Yay! It turns out OSIM have quite a few innovative products in their repertoire, perfect for your folks, colleagues and even you beauty conscious peeps! Check out my previous post  for my personal account of the OSIM uGem 2 Beauty Massager and uScalp Salon-style Scalp Massager. 🙂 Well basically there’s something for everyone this holiday season with prices starting as low as $68, not for one, but for two goodies! Check out their full range of Christmas sets  here . Well worth checking out and it seems like even Tosh Zhang and Apple from Ah Boys to Men also agree that these OSIM Christmas gifts are great deals: OSIM Christmas Exclusive! From now till 31 Dec 2017, these covetable Christmas gift sets are available from $68 for 2 sets! They are now retailing at all OSIM Stores, roadshows and their online store at www.OSIM.com . If you would like to find out more about OSIM’s products or promotions, you can stalk them on FB at  facebook.com/OSIMSG  for all the freshest scoop. *wink* Psst! I’ll also be giving away an OSIM product of your choice from the $68 OSIM Mix & Match Gift Set. Visit my IG at  instagram.com/ilovebunnynet  for more juicy deets! Contest ends 21st Dec at 10pm. The chosen winner will be able to collect the prize after the Christmas holidays. 🙂 Now that the gifts are taken care of, I can relax and toast to a very merry Christmas this year. Cheers everyone! Your friend, Juliana #OSIM

I love Chinese New Year, the family time, the food, the memories! With each year I find myself becoming more and more nostalgic, holding on to traditions from my childhood while creating new ones. Fine, I’ll admit it’s not all a bed of roses though. If anyone has ever experienced an annual review and appraisal at work, CNY can be something like that! So what have you achieved over this last year? Where are you working now? Children on the way??? And you bet as a beauty blogger – if my skin is anything less than flawless, I’ve had it! Eek! So no pressure! With so many deadlines, shoots and engagements every day, not only did I need to find time to squeeze in a pre-CNY facial but I needed to find one with the least possible downtime so I can keep to my busy schedule. Just when I thought I was hoping for the impossible, I received a glowing invitation from SOTHYS for the opening of their first Premium Salon in Singapore. Little did I know, but this would turn out to be just the impossible I’d been hoping for. I’ll admit, I didn’t know a great deal about SOTHYS so the opening was quite an eye opener. The French professional skincare brand has been leading the way since 1946 with a focus on non-invasive, high efficacy treatments and products. SOTHYS even pioneered the use of medical ampoules for their beauty products, and thus the beauty ampoule as we know it was born! With my interest piqued, I explored the newly minted premises. A welcoming open reception area invites you in while also showcasing some of SOTHYS’ top products. The Entrance It was a nice sizzling afternoon of mindless laughter with the beauty experts of SOTHYS Singapore and fellow social media personnel. We also got to savour a delectable buffet spread during the event. Yum! The Reception Behind the reception area are the ultra chic treatment suites of which there are only two. Yet again highlighting SOTHYS’ emphasis on quality over quantity. The other guests at the opening were much more familiar with SOTHYS than myself and they all had one view in common, the facials offered by SOTHYS are some of the best with the least post-treatment redness and downtime. So when I was invited back for a treatment, you bet I jumped for joy! Coming back to the salon, I was taken aback by the calming ambience carefully curated by SOTHYS. It was the perfect intro for a session of pampering. I was welcomed by Clara, SOTHYS Singapore’s first Golden Badge holder. Having breakthrough products is only one part of the SOTHYS ethos, all their therapists must also meet the stringent criteria set by SOTHYS. To become a SOTHYS Golden Badge holder, you have to score over 80% in annual assessments and undergo regular audits to ensure the standard is always maintained. Talk about meticulous! After a consultation with Clara, I was introduced to the HYDRA3HA Intensive treatment, a special concoction containing different molecular weight variations of Hyaluronic Acid and their patented1055 Boletus Extract for a level of moisturization that would normally require multiple treatments with traditional masks and serums. But first, relax! Before the treatment began, I was given a relaxing foot spa while I enjoyed the calming sounds and smells of the treatment suite. The ambience is one of pure bliss I tell you! Then I changed into their treatment attire for a back massage before we start working on my face! I’m loving it here already! Now I was finally ready for the facial treatment to begin. The treatment consisted of several phases starting with exfoliation through a deep cleansing routine. Then restructuring the skin with a nourishing serum, followed by a gentle face massage to make sure all the products were absorbed more quickly and efficiently. After the restructuring phase, we move on to the rehydration phase where we supplement the skin with lots of moisture by applying an Intense Hydration Gel Mask. Once that’s taken care of, we regenerate the skin with SOTHYS patented 1055 Boletus Extract and Hyaluronic Acid Modelling Mask, plumping up with a special mask fortified with Argan Oil (rich in Vitamin E) and the final infusion phase, administering the ultimate dose of hyaluronic acid with the Peel-Off Plumping Mask leaving the skin feeling soft and supple. Then completing the facial with Hydra3Ha Intensive serum and cream. Yeap! You read me right! Three facial masks in all! Unlike other treatments I’ve been to, Clara stayed for the entire duration of the treatment providing useful health and beauty insights whilst also administering special massage techniques to ensure my Zen-like relaxation was never broken. So what is the final verdict? Was it as pain free, void of post treatment red marks and downtime as many had claimed? Well, it seems there is no getting away from the discomfort of extraction, but after that step, it really was a great experience. The products were all manually massaged into my skin instead of with abrasive machines like a lot of salons use and the post treatment redness really was very very low. Here are my before and after shots for your verdict! There was so little visible redness that when I met my hubby later he had no idea I’d even gone for a facial! The icing on the cake was also the salon’s prime location, which meant I could go straight from salon to restaurant for dinner right next door, while the unique treatment meant I didn’t have to worry about scaring people away with my raw treated visage like I usually do after a facial. Interested to know more about SOTHYS products before I went to fill my hungry belly, I decided to pick Clara’s brains on some of their key products. Clara explained that indeed a lot of the preparations and serums are available for purchase for home use with the caveat that the home preparations are specially modified so as to be safe for anyone to use, while the high potency treatments are only available for in-salon use. Just for your reference – these products are for salon use only. While these ones displayed in the reception area are for home use. Yet another example of SOTHYS shining commitment to excellence! Huat Ah!!!! SOTHYS would love to share the joy of their new premium salon opening with you: Try the Hydra3Ha Intensive Treatment at a fraction of the price at $199 only. (U.P: $315). Check out this link for more info! And and and! It was amazing to learn that SOTHYS is actually the first creator of beauty ampoules. And this new year, SOTHYS is going back to their roots with a new series of ESSENTIAL AMPOULES – concentrated beauty serums that address different skin concerns. You can choose to hydrate, oxygenate, brighten or even anti-age with each power packed ampoule vial. Enjoy the goodness of these products with SOTHYS’ Essential Ampoules Promotion! While stocks last! (Each box has 7 ampoules for a 7-day programme): 1 box @ $79 (NP: $89) 2 boxes @ $139 (NP: $178) 4 boxes @ $239 (NP:$356) SOTHYS’s Premium Salon is located at 23 Lorong Telok #01-01 S049035. For more about their services and promotions, visit their website and social media channels listed below! SOTHYS Singapore FB SOTHYS Premium Salon Boat Quay FB SOTHYS Singapore Instagram So facial done and for once my face doesn’t look like a giant red ang pow! CNY here I come! Your friend, Juliana #SothysSingapore #SponsoredReview

Happiness come in waves. Soaking in positive beach vibes in my favorite floral number by The Design Closets. I also added a little pop of red to celebrate Ren Ri (人日), the seventh day of the first lunar month! 😁 It literally means everyone’s day. Legend has it that Nüwa, the mother goddess of Chinese mythology, created the animals on different days and human beings from yellow clay on the seventh day after the creation of the world. With the divine power entrusted to her, Nüwa made the clay figurines come to life. So… happy birthday everyone! And the sun is out! THE FASH SQUAD Dress: The Design Closets Mandarin Orange Carrier: KCottageStudio Earrings: Lovisa Hair: Shunji Matsuo Ngee Ann (Quote ‘Honeyz’ to enjoy 10% off any chemical service by senior stylist, William.) Photography  by  Bobby Stryker MOTD Face: FENTY BEAUTY Pro Filt’r Soft Matte Longwear Foundation in 130 Eyes: THEFACESHOP Monocube Eyeshadow ORO1 & ORO2 Lips: Etude House Berry Delicious RD305 and KKW CRÈME LIQUID LIPSTICK COLLECTION in Kimmie Finally, meet a new friend I made at the beach! May your day be cray! 🦀 Your friend, Juliana #EtudeHouse #FentyBeauty #TheDesignClosets #TheFaceShop

In a twinkle of an eye, all the lunar festivities are ‘almost’ over. Well technically, tomorrow is the last day. 😛 It was really nice catching up with everyone and of course, indulging in the sumptuous gourmet spread every time we visit a relative’s home. Everyone is talking about new clothes, new goals and new dreams. I definitely look forward to the promise of a new beginning. Psst! And also wish for a little bit of pixie dust for renewed confidence in everything we dabble in this New Year of the Doggie! Whoopee woofee! In these last hours of the Spring Festival, I thought we could just recap some of my favorite CNY styles during the first few days of the new year. Our little island spent gallant efforts creating vibrant and interesting landscapes. So this CNY, I decided to skip around the island, exploring true heartland areas, from our imperial styled Chinese Garden to our ubiquitous yet extremely iconic HDB neighbourhoods in my festive coordinates. All outfits featured here are courtesyy of our local retailers, The Design Closets and Joop Boutique. Since the CNY is so close to Valentine’s Day this year, I also included a mini Vday fashion spread taken in a prominent CBD area to extensively showcase all aspects of our Singaporean architecture. Hehe! Now please join me in celebrating our true heartland areas in oriental style! 大年初一 (First Day of the Lunar New Year) THE FASH SQUAD Dress: The Design Closets Mandarin Orange Carrier: Cold Storage Earrings: Lovisa Bracelet: Swarovski Shoes: Pedro Hair: Shunji Matsuo Ngee Ann (Quote ‘Honeyz’ to enjoy 10% off any chemical service by senior stylist, William.) 大年初二 (Second Day of the Lunar New Year) THE FASH SQUAD Dress: Joop Boutique Mandarin Orange Carrier: Cold Storage Earrings: Lovisa Bracelet: Swarovski Shoes: Pedro 大年初三 (Third Day of the Lunar New Year) THE FASH SQUAD Jumpsuit: The Design Closets Bag: Bulgari Earrings: The Design Closets Watch: Rolex Shoes: Pedro Lips: Fenty Beauty 情人节 (Valentine’s Day) THE FASH SQUAD Dress: Joop Boutique Bag: Danielle Nicole Earrings: Lovisa Shoes: Pedro You’re never fully dressed without perfume! Who else agrees? My everyday scent has to be pleasant yet mellow and versatile. On some days, I’ll even match my fragrance to my mood for the day. Citrusy notes for a more fun and feisty mood or a creamy note for a glamorous demeanour. I definitely appreciate a nice flacon for the vanity too! Speaking of pretty flacons, here’s a special shoutout to Aura Prestige for sending these over to Bobby and I! Their rich red hues and elegant designs look perfect for my CNY home decor set up. From left to right: Cartier La Panthere Perfume for Women, Pasha de Cartier Edition Noire Sport and Victorinox Swiss Army For Her Uncut Taking this series of photos was no easy feat. Keep scrolling to see what most of our other photos looked like. This is real life. 😂 Happy CNY everyone! Your friend, Juliana