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There’s no denying thick lushes lashes can really make a difference to your face by framing and highlighting your eyes. That’s why I’m back at Lolita Group again to perk up my eyes with fuller and more dramatic eyelashes. Psst! And I wanna share that with you. Fancy a set of natural looking eyelash extensions for the holidays too? Then you’ll have to read on! Before I go on any further, check out the difference! I love how my eyes are noticeably brighter. I’m wearing C curl, thickness 0.2mm and Length mixture of 8, 10, 12mm Novalash extensions to create the illusion of wearing eyeliner and mascara. The extensions are lovingly styled by Lolita Group’s Lash stylist, Theresa (pictured below). Theresa and me. 🙂 Theresa has more than one year experience in the field and is trained directly by NovaLash Advance Certified Stylist, Jocelyn, who’d been taking care of my lashes for my wedding photos previously. And guess what? I wanna share my wonderful experience at Lolita Group with you. Stand a chance to win the following lash extension service by Lolita Group: Lash count : 60/60 lashes , total 120lashes. Lash curl : Beautiful B curl Lash thickness : 0.2mm regular Lash length : A combo of 8mm, 10mm, 12mm Duration : Approx 90mins And here’s how you can take part: 1) Follow @ilovebunnynet and  @lolitalashbeautystudio 2) Like and tag 3 friends on this photo –  https://www.instagram.com/p/–49yFgYqZ/?taken-by=ilovebunnynet Yup! It’s that easy! Contest is open to residents of Singapore only and it ends Monday, 28 December 2015 at 10pm.  Note: One winner will be chosen. Treatment will have to be redeemed in January 2016 at Lolita Group’s Chinatown Point branch. Tag away and bonne chance, my darlings! P.S. To celebrate LolitaGroup’s 5th birthday, they are also offering you guys a very special discount. Quote HoneyloveLASHES at Lolita Group for the following offer: Lash count : 60/60 lashes, total 120lashes. Lash curl : beautiful B curl Lash thickness : 0.2mm regular Lash length : a combo of 8mm, 10mm, 12mm Duration : Approximately 90mins Price: $39 (U.P. $139) *Offer valid for first-time customers till 31 December 2015.* Lolita Group is located at Marina Link @ Marina Square #B1-12 and Chinatown Point #B1-13 [Tel: +65 63389981]. Lunch hours are between 3pm – 4pm. For more information, visit their website at www.lolitagroup.com Don’t wait! Beautiful eyes begin at Lolita Group. 🙂 Your friend, Juliana #LolitaGroup #Novalash #beauty #FacebookGiveaway #InstagramGiveaway

The bells are jingling, the lights are shining, the trees are glowing. Make no mistake, the festive season is in full swing and Christmas, my most favourite time of year is upon us. It doesn’t matter what your background is, whether you can afford lots of expensive presents or not, there’s just something special about this time of year that always makes me feel warm and fuzzy inside. As a child, you would write hopefully to Santa and come running out of bed on Christmas day to see what goodies might be waiting for you. As an adult, I believe even more strongly in the Christmas spirit and now truly appreciate that giving really is better than receiving. I don’t mean giving presents, I mean giving your time, your thoughts and your love to your family and friends. See how happy you make them, how happy they make you, remember that you can make a difference and the world is a tiny weeny bit better because of little ol’ you. Some of you will no doubt be travelling far and wide to reconnect with loved ones, both here and overseas and while it may be the last thing on your mind, do take care of yourselves, be safe and reach where you’re going in one happy adorable piece. While you may be dreaming of a white Christmas, beautiful as it may be, your rosy cheeks will be sore, dry and parched come nightfall. Fear not, BlackBox December Edition has the perfect travel remedy in the form of this Sothys Paris Exclusive Box. Read on to find out more! Hot off the heels of all their buzzing reviews, BlackBox are bringing you a complete facial and body skin care solution this year-end courtesy of Sothys Paris. The exclusive kit is available at $19.90 (worth $164.60). While stocks last! 😀 Hydra3Ha Discovery Kit SOTHYS Hydra3HA Line is a 3-dimensional program consisting of a serum, gel-cream and mask. The combination delivers powerful and effective hydration that starts from deep within your skin to maintain your skins surface moisture barrier. With triple hyaluronic acid, the similarly lightly fragranced combo is a real knockout when it comes to reactivating and regenerating your skin for long-lasting beauty. Retail Price: $134 per set Hydra3Ha Intensive Hydrating Serum When used in sequence, the three products do complement each other nicely, increasing the level of moisturization significantly more than when using any of the items alone. Apply in the morning and evening immediately after cleansing your face and neck, avoiding the eye contour area, to lock in up to 60% more moisture. Hydra3Ha Hydrating Gel-Cream The Gel-Cream contains high molecular weight Hyaluronic Acid which, when used after the serum, can boost moisturization even further. Apply similarly to the neck and face, avoiding the eye areas. Hydra-smoothing Mask Applying masks 1- 2 times a week is the final step in this ultimate skin care regime to restore your skin’s elasticity, smooth your skin to give you visibly younger looking skin. Simply apply a layer on your entire face & neck for 10 – 15 minutes each time, and let the ingredients do their work. Cherry Blossom & Lotus Escape While not all of us can hop over to Japan to enjoy the absolutely gorgeous cherry blossoms, we can indeed all benefit from their beautiful delicate scent. The smell alone is enough to recommend these products, just close your eyes and imagine yourself walking along a promenade of dream like cherry blossoms. Cherry Blossom & Lotus Escape Shower Cream The perfect start and end to any day, this beautifully scented shower cream lathers nicely to create a surprisingly dense creamy foam, if that wasn’t enough, the cream can also be used in the bath to leave your skin silky and soft. Cherry blossoms are known for their anti-inflammatory and anti-irritant properties meaning that these products are suitable even for sensitive skin. Retail Price: 200ml $57 Cherry Blossom & Lotus Escape Relaxing Body Scrub Featuring the same lovely scent as the Shower Cream, use this scrub when you need that extra bit of pampering for a truly relaxing experience. Smooth your skin, relax your mind, moisturize and then sleep like a baby. You’ll wake in the morning to be welcomed by supremely smooth skin. Just be careful that you’re not so relaxed you sleep right through your alarm! Retail Price: 200ml $144 To conclude… The BlackBox x Sothys Edition is a nice and very welcoming winter treat for anyone venturing into colder climates this year. Go armed with a big smile, a heart full of love and skin full of moisture. I give it 4 out of 5 Honeyz stars! As mentioned earlier, this exclusive kit is now available at $19.90 (worth $164.60). While stocks last! 😀 For more Sothys news and promos, visit www.sothys.com.sg Where to buy: Appointed SOTHYS Dealer Salons – refer to www.sothys.com.sg for full salon listing. Honeyz Belles receive an additional 10% discount! All you have to do is quote BBXJUL10 upon check out and you’ll be entitled to this exclusive offer.  Psst! I heard through the grapevine that these boxes are selling like hotcakes so grab them fast now at: www.blackbox.sg Your friend, Juliana #BlackBox #4Stars #beauty #Sothys #advertorial

Our favorite beauty sampling service, BlackBox.sg, just introduced one of their most generous beauty kits yet. Meet their new Etude House edition! I literally melted into a pool of gooeyness when I realized the box offers almost every beauty product on my travel must-have list. From BB Cushion foundations, facial soaps, pore minimizing lotions to anti-aging creams, it tackles all your beauty needs without breaking your precious bank. Aww.. BlackBox and Etude House, bless your cotton socks for this wonderful Christmas surprise. 😀 Looking for a ‘beauty-full’ gift for yourself or your loved ones? Then you’ll have to read on! Psst! Special rates included. 😛 Here’s a rundown of all the items in my BlackBox x Etude House beauty kit: Wonder Pore Special WOW Kit If you have gaping pores like me, then you’re gonna love this 3-step pore-minimizing tri-kit too. It contains a facial soap, freshner (which I assume works like a toner) and essence to reduce the appearance of the pores and moisturize the skin. Wonder Pore Facial Soap (30g) This wonder-full facial soap purifies your skin down to the pores and firms your skin with a gentle massaging effect. How to use? Create lather by rubbing soap with wet hands and gently apply lather onto face. How much? $14 for 80g Wonder Pore Freshner (25ml)  Promising a complete cleansing solution, the special peppermint extract used in this freshner does exactly that! Leaves your skin feeling clean, pure and very fresh. The Freshner also balances pH as part of its repertoire, protecting your skin as it cleanses. How to use? Before skincare, dispense a sufficient amount of Wonder Pore Freshner onto the side of a cotton pad and gently wipe from the inner to the outer areas of face. How much? 250ml $18 / 500ml $32 Wonder Pore Corrector (5ml) This gel spot essence tightens your complexion with its refreshing cooling tip applicator. At the last stage of basic skincare, simply dispense a small amount of the corrector and allow it to absorb into areas that need special care. How to use? For more effective absorption, massage gently with the Wonder Pore Corrector’s cooling tip instead of using fingers. How much? $28 for 25ml One of the winning factors of the range is their key ingredients Mint Vinegar and Anti Pore-Dex Complex that kill off (gulp!) Dermodex and prevent their future growth as well as their ability to control the production of sebum, remove dead skin cells and restore your skin’s hydration levels. All three products smell very minty which makes the experience totally refreshing. My favorite is the Wonder Pore Corrector that gets absorbed very quickly, leaving behind smooth and revitalized skin. 🙂 Age Defense Skin Care Kit While the fountain of youth may be a thing of legend, this age defense skin care kit may be your next best alternative. Containing a unique blend of fermented beans, evening primrose (something I’ve been an advocate of ever since those pimple-icious days of yesteryear) and BIO Peptide, the kit strives to restore your skins’ stamina, boost natural collagen formation, prevent collagen decomposition, while providing antioxidant effects to enhance your skins’ immunity. Age Defense Essential Softener (25ml) This is a softener that provides smooth and firm skin by trying to deliver moisture to the deepest layers of your skin.It has a pleasant clear, non-sticky texture, with a refreshing minty aroma, which dries leaving your skin feeling notably tighter. How to use? Dispense a small amount onto palms during first step of skincare and massage gently from inner to outer areas of face. How much? $35 for 130ml Age Defense Essential Emulsion (25ml) This is an emulsion that firms skin, locking in your skins’ moisture and delivering nutrients deep into the skin. It’s inherently thicker than the softener, but this facilitates the milky lotions ability keep the moisture in your skin where it’s needed. A pleasantly mild scent ensures the emulsion compliments the softener well. How to use? Apply morning and evening after AGE DEFENSE ESSENTIAL Softener. Spread the Emulsion from the center to the sides of the face. How much? $35 for 130ml Age Defense Firming Cream (10ml) This is an all in one complete anti-aging cream boasting wrinkle care and skin protection from deep within. Rich in texture and rich in nutrients, it definitely delivers and locks in moisture but the viscosity is definitely palpable and may not be to everyone’s liking. If moisture is your aim, you need not look further. How to use? After applying serum and eye cream in the morning and evening, pick up a certain amount of cream and spread gently onto forehead, cheeks, and chin. Pat gently afterwards to absorb. How much? $40 for 50ml Precious Mineral Any Cushion SPF 50 PA+++ in W13  Don’t be fooled by this compacts’ diminutive size, it’s truly as feature-packed as they come. Don’t believe me? Here’s proof! I applied the foundation on right side of my face (your left 😛 ) to show you its amazing coverage and ability to make the skin literally glow! And now you know the secret to Korean ladies’ healthy dewy skin. Anywhere, anytime, simply grab this multi-functional cushion to give your skin that much sought after fresh, pearlescent glow and feel confident knowing your skin is receiving sun protection, wrinkle care, moisturization, sebum control and excellent coverage. Yeap, told you it’s power-packed.  Add in its unique skin cooling properties and you’re literally onto a winner. How to use? Pick up the contents with puff and lightly pad on skin. How much? $32 for 15g Precious Mineral BB Cream Kit in W13  How did we ever live without BB creams? Once a novelty, now an essential, no beauty lover is ever more than arms reach from her trusty BB cream sidekick. But BB creams have definitely evolved over the years and you’ll find that no two BB creams are ever the same. Once again, Etude has managed to cram as much goodness as possible into its products. These BB creams are literally bursting at the seams with nutrients providing broad-spectrum SPF 30 sun protection, moisturizing and smoothing properties, offering excellent coverage and correctional features, all whilst packing in whitening, anti-wrinkle and anti-darkening / pigmentation properties. In terms of texture, fragrance, concealing and covering properties, all three are pretty much on par, so it essentially comes down to skin-tone and personal preference. So pick your weapon of choice! Precious Mineral BB Cream Blooming Fit This BB cream keeps your skin bright and radiant without darkening thanks to Etude’s special pearl ingredient, which can actually be found in all three BB creams. Precious Mineral BB Cream Cotton Fit Etude’s bestselling product! This BB cream keeps your skin effortlessly smooth and matte. Precious Mineral BB Perfect Fit This BB cream affords your skin the most moist and clear look of the three. How to use? Apply to all areas of the face. Pat to finish. How much? $25.90 for 60g All in all, I think it’s a great beauty travel kit. Its pocket-friendly price tag just kicks it up a notch. I give it 4 out of 5 Honeyz stars! The BlackBox x Etude House edition is now available on Blackbox.sg  at $19.90 for the first 40 packs only (U.P. $49.90). ETUDE HOUSE Singapore boutiques are located at: 1. Flagship Store at Wisma Atria #B1-20/21/22 2. 313@Somerset #B2-30 3. Bedok Mall #01-87/88 4. Causeway Point #B1-K02 5. Chinatown Point #01-12 6. Clementi Mall #03-34 7. JEM #02-44 8. Junction 8 #01-48 9. Jurong Point #01-57/58 10. Lot One #01-19 11. NEX #01-63 12. Parkway Parade #01-23B 13. Plaza Singapura #B1-26 14. Tampines 1 #01-15 15. Vivocity #B1-03 16. Suntec City #02-601/601A For more Etude House info and promos, visit their website ar www.etude.sg . Honeyz Belles receive an additional 10% discount! All you have to do is quote BBXJUL10 upon check out and you’ll be entitled to this exclusive offer. To top it off, you will also receive a full-sized product from a random pool of beauty items for every EXCLUSIVE item purchased at BlackBox e-store.  Psst! I heard through the grapevine that these boxes are selling like hotcakes so grab them fast now at: www.blackbox.sg Your friend, Juliana #BlackBox #beautyreview #beauty #EtudeHouse #advertorial

Roses – one of the most enduring symbols of love and beauty, are now also highly coveted for their multiple beauty benefits. How befitting! Their antibacterial, antifungal and antiviral properties make them perfect for treating an array of ailments such as burns, abrasions and acneic skin. Rose petals also contain efficient emollients for moisturising dry skin and refining skin texture.With all these amazing skincare perks, it would be a huge sin if beauty brands did not incorporate this elixir into our beauty regimens! So I got my very first taste of the ‘wonders of Rose Essential Oil’ through Blackbox’s Special Rose Dew edition . The set is comprised of the Real Rose Toner, Essence and Lotion which all contain high levels of Vitamin C and A to restore the softness and radiance of your tired skin. More specifically, it is made up of Rose Otto Essential Oil. The folks at Rose Dew pride themselves on their unique extraction methods, the result of which is a much purer product with less toxins and impurities, rendering it safe for use on our skin. To make sure the products do not deteriorate in quality and remain fresh for the longest time possible, the contents are also packaged in dark brown glass containers that block out light effectively. Talk about commitment! Well, I guess it’s about time to stop, smell and try the roses now. Click to join me! 😛 Blackbox Exclusive Real Rose Edition “Known as the “Queen of oils”, the Rose Otto Essential Oil has a high concentration of Vitamin C and A, which are effective in reviving tired-looking skin and restoring the softness of your skin.  Products containing Rose Otto Essential Oil are suitable for all skin types and helps to manage skin troubles to give you crystal clear skin over time. ‘Otto’ is one of the extraction methods where the goodness of the rose is extracted using steam distillation. Thus, the Rose Otto Essential Oil contains very little toxins.  Unlike other extraction methods, through this methods the product is safe for use on our skin and the entire range is paraben free.” – Rose Dew Here’s the rundown: Real Rose Illuminating Toner Real Rose Illuminating Toner | 100ml An aromatic blend of 100% rose otto oil and skin benefitting ingredients like aloe vera, allantoin and snail secretion filtrates. This gentle toner hydrates and revitalizes the skin. Retail Size and Price: 100ml, $42 Where to to get it: www.dermabiz.com.sg, OG People’s Park & Essentials Pharmacy My verdict: The first thing that greeted me when I unscrewed the bottle is this seal that protects the contents inside. I always appreciate beauty brands that go the extra mile to ensure the freshness of their products. Of course, the second thing that caught my attention was the aromatic rose fragrance. Take a deep whiff and you’ll feel instantly calm and relaxed too. Since the toner does not contain alcohol, it does not leave a squeaky clean effect on the skin. In fact, the product feels a little more viscous than normal causing the skin to feel slightly tacky to the touch during the first few minutes of application. Toners are meant to balance your skin’s pH levels and act as an astringent to minimise the appearance of your pores. Honestly, I don’t have have sufficient info to prove that the ingredients in this product will balance your pH levels. In fact, skin should be able to balance itself out so that’s not an issue. Also, since the product does not contain alcohol, it’s is definitely not acting as an astringent here. However, I like that the toner contains a beneficial array of skin-reparative and moisturizing ingredients such as glycerin, sodium hyaluronate and even snail secretion filtrates. So if you’re looking to amp up the moisturising factor of your skincare regimen, this is still a great product to add to your beauty stash. 3.5 Honeyz crowns! Real Rose Illuminating Essence Real Rose Illuminating Essence | 50ml Light nourishing beauty essence of 100% rose otto and plant botanicals strengthens skin barrier and results in soft radiant skin with daily use. Retail Size and Price: 50ml, $62 Where to to get it: www.dermabiz.com.sg, OG People’s Park & Essentials Pharmacy My verdict: The rose scent of the essence is a lot more prominent than that of the toner’s. Its consistency is also a lot thicker than the toner’s as you can tell from the photo below. Even though the essence is essentially a more watered-down serum, it still feels pretty concentrated and rich. My skin felt greasy immediately after application. However, the feeling lasted only seconds as the greasiness was quickly replaced by a smooth finish after a few gentle rubs. Just a few drops each time and my skin stays hydrated all day. I also use this on my neck to reduce the tight feeling on my skin after showers. 4 Honeyz crowns! Real Rose Moisture Lotion Real Rose Moisture Lotion | 100ml Uplifting aromatic blend of 100% rose otto oil and plant extracts, this fast absorbing moisturizer is for all skin types including sensitive skin. Its transdermal properties also leave a balanced feeling of toned hydration. Retail Size and Price: 100ml, $46 Where to to get it:  www.dermabiz.com.sg, OG People’s Park & Essentials Pharmacy My verdict: The terms lotion/toners/serums are practically interchangeable these days so when I first saw this, I thought it was a toner. Imagine my confusion when I saw the actual toner in the packaging. So what is this? After reading the label, I realised it’s simply a moisturiser. (Oh yeah! Long before the Japanese referred their toners as lotions, lotions were actually moisturisers.) The texture of the lotion is significantly thicker. Despite its higher viscosity, the product was absorbed by my skin pretty quickly, leaving behind a nice smooth sheen. Long lasting hydrating properties should be non-negotiable in a lotion and since the product delivered just that, I give it a huge thumbs up! My only gripe is the absence of a pump feature to dispense the product. This is what happens when I try to draw the lotion from the tiny opening of the bottle everytime. Besides the lack of pumping mechanism, the lotion works pretty well for me. Here’s a quick comparison of my face before and after using the Real Rose products. I thought the redness on my face is less noticeable now and my skin also looks more taut and supple. Now that’s what I call putting the roses back in your cheeks. 😛 3.5 Honeyz crowns! This Real Rose Exclusive BlackBox is now retailing at SGD32.90 (U.P. $150) but wait for it… wait for it… Honeyz Belles receive a 10% discount! All you have to do is quote BBXJUL10 upon check out and you’ll be entitled to this exclusive offer. To top it off, you will also receive a full-sized product from a random pool of beauty items for every EXCLUSIVE item purchased at BlackBox e-store. Psst! I heard through the grapevine that these boxes are selling like hotcakes so grab them fast now at: www.blackbox.sg I want you to experience the goodness of Real Rose products too so I’ll be giving away… The  Real Rose Exclusive BlackBox to one lucky belle! Excited eh? Follow these steps to qualify for our giveaway: Step One: Like Honeyz FB Page at  facebook.com/ilovebunny.net  and Real Rose FB Page at facebook.com/realrosesingapore Step Two: Share this photo on your wall. Step Three: Tag 3 friends on this photo on Honeyz’ Facebook Wall. Bonus Step: Increase your chances of winning by following Honeyz on Instagram at @ilovebunnynet. Then comment with your Instagram handle so that we can double your chances in our Blackbox lucky dip! Note: This giveaway is available to belles residing in Singapore only. Contest ends 26 October 2015, Monday 10pm. Winners will be announced on our Honeyz FB Page . I look forward to your participation and good luck, belles! Your friend, Juliana IG: @ilovebunnynet FB: ilovebunny.net Disclaimer: Please rest assured that even though the products and services were sponsored, they do not have any bearing on the content of this post. Opinions stated are objective and genuine. Also note that all sources, information, content, links are valid to change at any time. #BlackBox #contest #beauty #SponsoredReview #RoseDew

Beautiful hair, impeccable makeup and heavenly ballgowns are indisputably hallmarks of a Disney princess! Hmm… Seems like I got everything covered for the wedding. *happy dance* Oh wait? I think I forgot something. Aww… I sure did. Every Disney princess also has a lovely set of pearly white teeth to mesmerise their Prince Charming. If you’re a fellow city-dweller, you probably would find this all too familiar in the mornings – the alarm clock screaming in the middle of your sweetest dreams resulting in you waking up in shock and jumping out of bed to get ready while still feeling rather asleep. Come on! Who brushes their teeth with their eyes closed too? Then to fight off that doziness, you gulp down a soothing fragrant cup of coffee – EVERY weekday morning. And the ramification of that? Not only do you feel more alert, you’re also one step closer to looking like the Wicked Witch of the West instead. Gulp! So to make sure my bridal beauty routine did not go down in flames, I decided to seek the help of my dental Godmother,  Theresa Beauty , to help with the teeth discolouration problem. And guess what? In the space of just a few weeks, the change was remarkable! Hubby and I felt our gnashers could even be worthy of Colgate’s next toothpaste ad. Haha! Psst! You’ll be happy to know that there was no bleaching or abrasive ingredients involved in the treatments. Seeking a dazzling white smile too? Then you’ll have to read on! Upon arrival, we were greeted with a warm welcome by Sandra of Theresa Beauty who took care of all our treatments for the day. Our warm welcome included a nice cup of tea before all the magic began. Whoopee! Every treatment is preceded by a consultation session to evaluate the current state of your teeth and also to explain the procedures of the treatment. The Consultation Room Our tooth shade was measured based on this teeth color chart. According to Sandra, besides food and drinks that are high in tannins, aging can also cause teeth to yellow. As we age, the outer layer of enamel on your teeth gets thinner due to wear and tear which eventually unveils the natural yellow colour of dentin. And of course, other factors that affect the color of our teeth includes smoking, genetics as well as poor dental hygiene. Now, let’s assess our dental situation. 😛 My teeth was a Shade 14 before the treatment. While B’s at Shade 30 due to his uncontrollable love for Coke Zero. Tsk tsk! For best results, we were told we need to ‘start with a clean slate’. So we were given these cleaning wipes to remove all the gunk on the surface of our teeth. We were also given these cool safety glasses to protect our eyes from the light beams of the LED treatment later. Guess our new sci-fi hero! 😛 Cyclops of X- Men 😛 Thereafter, we were introduced to these tools to kick off our treatments of the day. 🙂 Sandra squirted the whitening gel, that was specially formulated by Theresa Beauty, on the mouthpiece before placing them in our mouths. And we went from looking like superheroes to the Titans from Attack on Titan. Haha! To be honest, I wasn’t the most comfortable due to a painful teeth whitening experience at another beauty salon several years back that left me wary of harsh chemical whitening treatments. Sandra assured me that the treatment would not trigger the same side effects I experienced before as Theresa Beauty’s whitening gel does not contain harsh ingredients such as hydrogen peroxide. In fact, its imbued with natural ingredients such as sodium bicarbonate (aka baking soda) which is also its key whitening agent. Besides removing stains, the gel can also neutralize and counteract bacterial acids in the mouth too. Yay! However, no man is an island. The gel needs to work in tandem with Theresa Beauty’s latest Light-Emitting Diode (LED) technology in order to react with the enamel, penetrate the pores and break down the discolouration molecules in the teeth. Hence, the next step was to place this LED device a few centimetres away from our teeth for 30 minutes. The blue beam would activate the properties of the gel and allow it to perform its task more effectively. And now we wait. 🙂 It was a rather comfortable process as you can probably tell from the photo above. I was falling asleep! The only thing I felt was the warm sensation from the light source. Okay, there was one thing that I didn’t exactly enjoy – the saliva gathering at my mouth throughout the treatment. The staff at Theresa Beauty assured me that it was perfectly fine to swallow my saliva but since I didn’t really like the idea of ingesting the whitening gel, I allowed it to accumulate in my mouth. Eek! To make sure I don’t stay uncomfortable for too long, our thoughtful therapists were already on standby with water and a tray, minutes before the treatment alarm on the LED device went off to allow me to discard the saliva immediately. And then, we were done! Well, I guess it was all worth it as my teeth was visibly four shades lighter after the 30 minutes treatment. And so had B’s. We were still five weeks away from our wedding so Sandra suggested that we come back for another treatment in four weeks to improve the treatment results further. And we did and guess what? My teeth is now at Shade 8. Whee! And B’s at Shade 16 – a whopping 14 shades lighter! After the treatment, the kind folks at Theresa Beauty not only gave us a complete teeth whitening home kit, they also conveyed their well wishes for our wedding with this cute flower and a beautifully handwritten greeting card. We can’t ask for better service than this. Thank you Sandra and Theresa Beauty! So, white gown – check, sparkly shoes – check, crystal tiara – check, pearly white smile – check! The Bio Intense Whitening Treatment is now available at SGD98 only (U.P. SGD198). Contact Theresa Beauty at +65 6482 1187 to find out more! Meanwhile, for more info about Theresa Beauty’s services and latest promotions, follow them on Facebook at facebook.com/theresabeauty or visit their website at  http://theresa.com.sg . Finally, have a beautiful weekend too! Your friend, Juliana Disclaimer: Please rest assured that even though the products and services were sponsored, they do not have any bearing on the content of this post. Opinions stated are objective and genuine. Also note that all sources, information, content, links are valid to change at any time. #beauty #BridalBeautyLog #TeethWhitening #TheresaBeauty

Being beautiful is as much about feeling good as it is looking good, that’s why the term ‘workshop’ never really resonated well with me. Come on, you’re meeting amazing people, pampering yourself and trying new looks! Does that sound like hard work to you? Beauty shouldn’t feel like hard work. Instead, it should be fun and make you feel alive. Henceforth, I will call these get-togethers playshops. We play with new toys and learn more about what we love! What more can we ask for? Booya!  Two weeks ago, Panasonic hosted an informative Beauty Playshop featuring their latest skincare gizmos as well as beauty tips from Celebrity Lifestyle Guru and Natural Therapist, Bryan Gan . Besides dispensing valuable Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) beauty pointers, Bryan also suggested many useful and out-of-the-box ways to create our very own home retreat. If you’re in need of a quick sensory getaway and true beauty fix all from the comfort of your own home, then you certainly have to read on! Your gateway to relaxing home treatments begins here. Meet our therapist of the day – Bryan Gan A little background about our host this morning: Bryan Lao Shi (老师 meaning teacher) started as a health and wellness blogger in 2001. He soon began to gain recognition for his tried and true holistic, natural treatment methods. On top of this, he’s also an aromatherapy enthusiast. Over the years, he has curated and shared many therapeutic home treatments that combine acupressure massaging with essential oils to help his readers relax, rejuvenate and even recharge. His passion and commitment really shone through and today, he’s a popular host on hit Taiwanese lifestyle variety show, Lady First (女人我最大) and a renowned beauty consultant for top celebrities. I’ve got you beauty lovers intrigued eh? Don’t fret if you missed the Panasonic gig because I’m here to recap the event and its helpful tips. 🙂 4-7-8 Breathing Technique Bryan Lao Shi commenced the playshop with the 4-7-8 Breathing Technique to help us relax, calm and de-stress before we began the day’s activities. It’s all about the senses, remember? Though it’s called the 4-7-8 technique, it’s actually as easy as 1-2-3! :p 1) Breathe in deeply through your nose for 4 seconds 2) Hold your breath for 7 seconds 3) Exhale through your mouth for 8 seconds Yup, in case you’re wondering, it is the same 4-7-8 breathing exercise that everyone has been sharing on Facebook. It is highly recommended by Dr Weil, scientists and people who’ve tried it. The technique helps to regulate your breathing, blood oxygen levels, reduce your heart rate and release special hormones which all lead to a calmer and more relaxed state as well as a fantastic night’s sleep. Even I’ve been using this method to clear my mind before I hit the sack every night. It works like a charm, I tell you. I’m a huge fan of meditation. When all else fails, close your eyes, empty your mind, aim for enlightenment. A zen-like calm will do wonders for your soul, ease the tension in those worry lines, ease away that frown, allow you to wake refreshed and ready to face whatever life throws at you. This is exactly why I’ve added the 4-7-8 technique to my meditation repertoire. Living It Up With TCM Bryan Lao Shi is also a strong believer of TCM and the use of medicinal herbs. I know some of you may dismiss such healing methods as ‘pure placebo’ but Bryan emphasised that he would only recommend products that he has personally tried and proven to be effective. Well, you can totally see that conviction in his eyes. Haha! His first endorsement at the session was that we make our own fresh Corn Silk Tea. He proposed drinking the tea a few times a week to flush out excess waste and reduce bloating. Do you know that inflammation is closely linked to cancer, heart disease and a multitude of other diseases? Well, then you’ll be happy to know that corn silk is anti-inflammatory. 🙂 It also helps to protect and soothe the urinary tract and kidneys, and lower blood sugar levels. To top it off, corn silk contains proteins, carbohydrates, vitamins, minerals, and fiber. It’s a perfect blend of goodness! Thank you Bryan Lao Shi for introducing this super ingredient to us! Now let’s make some tea! Simply shuck the corn, save the corn silk and brew it with boiling water. And here’s my Corn Silk Tea this morning. Yummeh! Check out my new  ‘Wake Up with Me’ video  to find out how I incorporated the tea into my morning routine. Other foods that received Bryan Lao Shi’s stamp of approval were White Fungus, Dried Longans and Chrysanthemum. White Fungus Bryan believes that white fungus can help to bring radiance back to the face and promote healthier lungs. Dried Longans He suggested boiling dark dried longans with red dates to create the ultimate remedy for insomnia and stomachaches. Dried Longans are rich in iron and fibre too so they make very healthy desserts! Chrysanthemum Finally, with Chrysanthemum, it gets a little tricky. Different types of Chrysanthemum serve different purposes and even the number of  Chrysanthemum flowers play a part. In summary, drink White Chrysanthemum (Baijuhua) to reduce eye dryness, Yellow Chrysanthemum (Huangjuhua) to treat headaches, Baby Bud Chrysanthemum to boost immunity and relieve stress and finally, Wild Chrysanthemum (yejuhua) to reduce heat, swelling and pain. Bryan Lao Shi recommends six flowers in every cup for best results. No more, no less! Beauty Meets Technology It’s a Panasonic Beauty Playshop so this means we also got to enjoy product demos by Bryan and witness first hand the effectiveness of the Panasonic gadgets. I used the Panasonic products according to Bryan Lao Shi’s suggestions. Check out my demos with the gadgets on my previous post –  Wake Up With Me . Create Your Own Sanctuary At Home Bryan Lao Shi came up with a pretty innovative way of using the Panasonic Facial Steamer to turn your home into an aromatherapy retreat. Okay, here’s the thing. Panasonic actually discourages mixing the water in the steamer with any other substance as it may cause burns, malfunctions and even shorten the life span of the machine. But! We really wanna enjoy those soothing essential oils like we’re in a real spa. So to counter that, Bryan developed a simple and effective method which I’m going to share with you in bit. First, here are the items you need: A cotton pad, scotch tape and of course, your favorite aromatherapy oil. All you need to do is to add a few drops of essential oil on the cotton pad, then attach it to the funnel head of the device. Turn on the switch and you’ll feel like you’re enjoying your steaming session in your own spa haven. Speaking of facial steaming, I know many of you may be wondering if steaming really helps to open the pores and dislodge the unwanted impurities. Or even worse, does it act like a total dehydrating agent and strip our skin completely of moisture? This brings us to the next segment of the post: Here Comes The Science Steaming and detoxing… Are they too good to be true? I’ve always been very conscious about my gaping skin pores so ever since I heard that hot water opens pores and cold water shrinks them, I hated myself for indulging in all those hot steam baths and began to attempt to ‘reverse the effect’ by gliding ice cubes around my face every morning. Haha! That was ten years ago. Now I know I can’t pit against the will of mother nature. And you should too. I’ve spoken to Dr Chia Hui Ling, Plastic Surgeon at KK Hospital and Dr Suzanne Cheng, Dermatologist at the National Skin Centre to clarify all these beauty myths about pores and detoxing. “Pores do not open and close. Anecdotally, steaming helps to soften the pore and hence, it becomes easier to extract the clogged debris. There is no evidence that we expel any toxins through skin, just sodium from perspiration. That said, steaming is not entirely pointless. The heat from the steam will help with vasodilation and improve circulation to the face.  The causes of enlarged obvious pores may be different for the young and old. Younger skin tends to have heaps of clogged pores from excess sebum secretion, while older skin may suffer from skin laxity resulting in pores opening up too. To tighten pores visibly, you’ll need lasers to improve collagen remodeling.” Chia Hui Ling Plastic Surgeon KK Women & Children’s Hospital MBBS (London) MRCS (UK) MMED (Singapore) “Pores or hair follicles probably do react slightly in response to heat.  And the condensate from steam would soften the epidermis temporarily, much like soaking feet before paring callouses. It’s a misconception to think that applying a mask or washing your face with cold water will “tighten” open pores.  To do that, you’ll need procedures such as Fractional Co2 Laser and Radio Frequency to promote new collagen formation. Finally, the skin does not eliminate toxins, that’s the job of the liver and kidneys.” Suzanne Cheng MBBS (London) MRCP (UK) Consultant Dermatologist National Skin Centre I hope that cleared the air. No facial steaming treatments or topical products are going to help you ‘detox’. The only way you can do it is through a healthy liver and kidneys. Remember to drink up, take a lot of fruits and vegetables and of course, rest well to keep your organs healthy. For added support to your detoxification programme, I highly recommend taking Milk Thistle supplements (especially if you’re partial to a lychee martini once in a while) as this supports the function of your liver which is responsible for producing Glutathione, the most powerful antioxidant in our bodies. A healthy liver means more Glutathione which in turn means you’re at your best in terms of fighting free radicals and other toxins. *If you’re not certain whether Milk Thistle is suitable for you, please consult your doctor.* So Is Steaming Still Good For Us? The answer is a resounding yes. Steaming only becomes dehydrating and damaging when you are exposed to it for too long. But if managed wisely, it can also give you intense hydration and replenish lost moisture. Skin also becomes more absorbent during steaming so this is the most opportune time to apply your skin care products. So how long is too long? Five minutes. Anything more and it’ll be a negative relationship where your skin loses moisture faster than it can absorb moisture. In conclusion, too much steaming is bad for your skin but used in moderation with your favorite beauty products, you’ll get the most effective moisturising treatment. A Different Kind Of Beauty Advice I know that nowadays you can find any information on Google. As such, many of us have become Google Scientists, proving our beauty theories with articles found on the internet. However, there are many articles and studies around, even those published on so called reputable platforms such as Pubmed and the Lancet, which may be inconclusive and erroneous. There are studies which are too small to be statistically significant, are flawed in terms of study methodology, and sometimes you even have to look at who’s funding the research to decide whether to take the results with a pinch of salt or not. This is why doctors and scientists in fact have to undergo training in order to be able to effectively ‘critically appraise’ research to know what can be trusted and what can’t. It’s fashionable these days to try and use science to decide whether a beauty product may really work or whether you might be just experiencing the placebo effect. Just remember to be prudent with the information you can find, in case the so-called facts lead you away from a beauty wonder to a beauty blunder. With a big thank you to OMY, Panasonic and of course Bryan Gan, I hope you have found this journey enlightening. Now we can all combine ancient traditional ideas with the latest technology to get the best of both worlds and reach for new heights of beauty. Aim for the stars belles! Great News Belles! Fancy trying out these gizmos for yourselves? Well, it’s your lucky day! Panasonic Singapore is extending a very special offer to you ladies. 1. Cool Putter EH-SQ10 Readers’ Price: S$109 (including delivery and GST). [Usual RPP: S$129] 2. Facial roller EH-SP32 Readers’ Price: $159 (including delivery and GST). [Usual RPP: S$189] 3. Compact Facial Steamer EH-SA31 Readers’ Price: $174 (including delivery and GST). [Usual RRP: S$199] How you can order: 1. Email to hanwei.chew01@sg.panasonic.com with subject: “Blog readers’ promo – Panasonic Beauty (omy.sg)” 2. In the email, indicate product name, model, and quantity of purchase. 3. Indicate which blog you saw this promo from (www.ilovebunny.net). Panasonic Singapore will reply to the emails directly with the payment and delivery details. The promo is valid till 5 July 2015 only, while stocks last. I’d love you hear what my beautiful belles make of these devices! Looking forward to hearing from you all soon! Hold Up! Yay! I made it to the finals of the Singapore Blog Awards 2015 ! This is my third time being nominated in the beauty category so I really hope third time’s a charm. 😛 I couldn’t have gotten here without you guys and I hope you’ll join me for this dance one more time to help make my dreams come true. And you can do that by casting a vote for me. Simply click on the image below and you’ll be directed to the voting gallery or you can click here –  https://apps.facebook.com/panasonic_sg_vote/?eid=7&event=14&fb_ref=Default You can vote once everyday until the 6th of July at 3pm. I know it’ll be challenging to remember to vote for my blog everyday but if you like this post and what I’ve been doing so far, may I unabashedly suggest that you could (maybeee) remind yourself everyday when you’re sipping your morning coffee? So morning coffee = vote for ilovebunny.net! 😛 Haha! Thank you once again for all your support and love! Your friend, Juliana Disclaimer: Please rest assured that even though this post was created in partnership with SBA2015 and Panasonic, it does not have any bearing on the content of this post. Opinions stated are objective and genuine. Also note that all sources, information, content, links are valid to change at any time. #SingaporeBlogAwards2015 #SingaporeBlogAwards #beauty #BryanGan #Panasonic #PanasonicBeautyWorkshop

“Happy is the bride that the sun shines on.” Even though I got married during Singapore’s stormiest season, I was lucky it was mostly sunny on my wedding day last November. Wait what? Last November??! Can you believe it? Seven wonderful months have passed in the twinkling of an eye and we have already been married for more than half a year! Woo hoo! This definitely calls for a celebration. *pops champagne* So this weekend, we decided to pull back from our daily grind to indulge in a nice fancy dinner and toast to those beautiful memories as well as to making some new ones. What does this also imply for a (vain) girl like me? *sheepish grin* That I will need to look perfect for my date! 😛 Renowned author, Stephen R. Covey, once said we have to ‘Begin with the end in mind’ so today, I enhanced my beauty routine by starting the day right with a rejuvenating workout and wholesome skincare regime. Since it’s the Singapore Blog Awards season, I also received some pretty cool beauty gadgets from our generous sponsor, Panasonic , to incorporate into my morning routine. So are you ready to wake up with me ? Read on for your guide to a better and prettier morning! [df_divider el_width=”100″ style=”solid” accent_color=”#EEEEEE” border_t_width=”2px” padding=”20px 0″ position=”align_center” el_class=””] Everyday is a wonderful blessing… … especially when you wake up right next to this cutie pie over here! Haha! Ever wondered what the morning routine of a beauty blogger is like?I had an absolutely indulging start to the day. Catch all the morning action here in my new video – Wake Up With Me: Beauty Routine. Enjoy! Hope you belles had fun spending the morning with me! Bet you’re also wondering what are all those gizmos that I’m using. Well, there is actually a lot more to these beauty buddies than you might think. Let me elaborate further in this rundown of the items. 🙂 Panasonic Facial Ionic Steamer Ever since my teen years, I’ve been plagued by zits and congested pores. The ramification of that is nasty as I started developing incorrigible habits like overexfoliating and picking my skin. Yup. I was one of those compulsive skin pickers too. 🙁 That inevitably resulted in unsightly acne scars and even MORE pimples. My confidence plunged to an all-time low. Soon my mom decided it was time that I was introduced to the world of facials and steaming. I was addicted, I tell you! Especially to the smoothness of my skin immediately after steaming and painful extractions (the tears were worth it). Since facials are really expensive, we could only afford one session every couple of months. Not surprisingly, I got really impatient in between those no-facial months and started to develop my very own home steaming treatments with a pail of boiling water and my substandard zit removal skills. Those were NOT the days! :p Fast forward to 2015, Panasonic has come up with a perfect and affordable solution to extract the dirt and blackheads in the least destructive way. I know my 2001 adolescent self would be deeply grateful. Meet the star of the day – the Panasonic Facial Ionic Steamer. I know there are already plenty of facial steamers out there but what really sets the Panasonic steamer apart is its ability to produce ultra-fine, nano-sized steam particles. We’re talking about a whopping 4,000 times finer than regular particles here! These smaller steam particles penetrate our tiny pores more easily and eventually, supplement our skin with more moisture. I also like how the steam gently floats up to your face from below, especially since I’ve previously been scalded by falling drops of hot water from those professional salon overhead facial steamers. Traumatising experience!  Since then, I’ve always been wary of the quality as well as the position of facial steamers. Needless to say, I felt comfortable and safe when using the Panasonic steamer this morning. Keep your face at least 20cm away from the nozzle. Another plus point of the smaller steam particles? It now takes a fraction of the time to soften and loosen the underlying debris. Yay! After steaming my face for about three minutes, I was ready to get rid of the bane of my existence – the scores of tiny blackheads in my pores. Ugh! Since the excess sebum and gunk are now easier to remove, I no longer use an extractor tool for this procedure. Instead, I use a gentle scrub to exfoliate my skin after steaming. Here’s my choice. 🙂 Crème Simon Gentle Double  Exfoliation Facial Scrub Finding a good scrub is as tough as climbing Mount Everest these days. Most of them are too harsh and cause skin aggravation with the jagged edges on their tiny beads. When it comes to buffing the skin, it is important to select a product that’s gentle and imbued with nourishment from great ingredients. This is why the Creme Simon scrub is a winner as it deviates from the usual harsh contents of scrubs and uses emollients such as Jojoba esters and glycerin. As mentioned earlier, after steaming my face for a good three minutes, I began exfoliating with the scrub, this time keeping the nozzle of the steamer slightly further away at 30cm. The heat and constant massaging allowed the debris to dislodge more easily. And now all I have to do is wash my face with water, and voilà, soft supple skin! Sidetrack: You know what you’re doing is visually enticing when you catch your videographer secretly using the products while you go change outfits. Caught in the act! This is Yong Thye, my best friend and also the talented lad who filmed the scenes in my ‘Wake Up With Me’ video. This pictorial outtake is for real. I caught this big guy fiddling around with my steam machine and beauty products when I came out of my room. He said he could tell that I was really having fun with the products and wanted to try them for himself. His verdict – “I’m going to buy one of these for my mom and myself.” Psst! Guess who else has been secretly using my Panasonic Facial Steamer? 😛 Petite Amie, of course! Pictured above is our favorite bunny enjoying her mini spa treatment with the Panasonic Facial Steamer. Next up! Panasonic Facial Cool Putter After an intensive cleansing routine, let’s take our pampering morning routine further with a cooling face massage. As its name suggests, this Panasonic Cool Putter promises to help cool down the skin instantly with its 10°C cooling plate. You know, many celebrities and fitness experts have suggested inversion therapy to defy gravity and prevent our face from sagging. Since I don’t have an inversion table, I practise simple yoga poses like this below to reap all the beauty benefits of going upside down. However, inversion may not be safe or bearable for everyone so this is when the cool putter comes in handy. Massage your face with the Cool Putter in an upward motion for a couple of minutes daily to relieve tension in your facial muscles and prevent skin from sagging. The constant massaging will help you relax better and eventually, you’ll look more radiant and youthful! Exactly what I need this morning before my big date. I also need to diminish the appearance of my puffy eyes. Here’s my remedy – rub the cool plates gently against the eye bags to soothe and brighten your eyes instantly. Here’s a visual representation of my suggested application directions. And this is how you can enjoy the goodness of inverting without challenging gravity! It’s a pretty neat perk eh? Panasonic Warming Facial & Body Roller Squeezing Roller I don’t have the most flattering face shape so I’ve always used rollers to contour my jaw since I discovered them at Daiso many years ago. Panasonic totally brought it up a notch by introducing rollers with temperature settings and interchangeable heads to suit different purposes. I love the concept of a heater as the warmness increases blood circulation which in turn would help me de-stress and relax while I massage my face. In the long term, you know what that means – you get irresistible glowing skin! Whee! The product is also great for contouring the body. Since my dress for tonight reveals more legs, I also used it on my calves to make them look firmer and shapelier. Stroking Roller The stroking roller is effective on different parts of the face such as the mouth, cheeks, chin, forehead and even various parts of your body such as the stomach, collarbone and legs. I never liked massaging my face with my fingers as I tend to scratch my face with my long nails so this device is ideal for days where I’m in need of a relaxing face massage without the minor injuries. The best thing about a face massage is the warmth of the fingers and it’s nice that the roller replicates this with its built-in heating feature. And there you have it, my beauty routine for a superb start to the day. I hope the tips and products mentioned here float your boat too. And now I can’t wait to look perfect for my perfect man tonight! Whoopee! On The Next Post… I know that many of you may be curious if these products really do work, so I’ve consulted a dermatologist and plastic surgeon to find out more about their effectiveness and efficacy. Hopefully I will also dispel some long-standing beauty myths along the way. ♩ ♪ ♫ ♬ Who you gonna call? Beauty Busters! ♩ ♪ ♫ ♬ 😛 I also attended OMY x Panasonic’s Beauty Workshop hosted by Bryan Gan of Lady First (女人我最大) fame a couple of weeks ago. Bryan, a renowned Natural Therapist, dispensed many valuable TCM beauty pointers and suggested a slew of interesting ways to turn our Panasonic gadgets into the ultimate stress relievers. Yup! The beauty extravaganza has only just began! I can’t wait to share all these exciting tips and tricks with you. Keep your eyes peeled for my next post! Meanwhile… Yay! I made it to the finals of the Singapore Blog Awards 2015 ! This is my third time being nominated in the beauty category so I really hope third time’s a charm. 😛 I couldn’t have gotten here without you guys and I hope you’ll join me for this dance one more time to help make my dreams come true. And you can do that by casting a vote for me. Simply click on the image below and you’ll be directed to the voting gallery or you can click here –  https://apps.facebook.com/panasonic_sg_vote/?eid=7&event=14&fb_ref=Default You can vote once everyday until the 6th of July. I know it’ll be challenging to remember to vote for my blog everyday but if you like this post and what I’ve been doing so far, may I unabashedly suggest that you could (maybeee) remind yourself everyday when you’re sipping your morning coffee? So morning coffee = vote for ilovebunny.net! 😛 Haha! Thank you once again for all your support and love! Finally… I had a great time creating this post for you but I would also love to know.. What is your morning beauty routine like? Your friend, Juliana P.S. All drawings, animations, video editing, effects and choreography by little ol’ me but of course a big thank you to my friend Yong Thye for helping with the filming. 😀 Disclaimer: Please rest assured that even though this post was created in partnership with SBA2015 and Panasonic, it does not have any bearing on the content of this post. Opinions stated are objective and genuine. Also note that all sources, information, content, links are valid to change at any time. #SingaporeBlogAwards2015 #SingaporeBlogAwards #beauty #CremeSimon #BryanGan #Panasonic

Sponsored Cheeky cheeky! This is possibly the sexiest press kit I’ve ever received. Haha! This summer, Singapore’s leading lingerie store celebrates 20 years of Maximizer Magic. (Whoa! Can’t believe the Maximizer has been around for two decades. ) So Triumph has collaborated with Robinsons with a display showcase of their recent fashion show pieces at both Robinsons, The Heeren and Robinsons at Raffles City. And guess what? They would like you to share a piece of the magic with you by hosting a very generous giveaway at their Robinsons store! And we’re talking about $2,000 worth of shopping vouchers to be won here. It’s madness!  Read on to find out how you can win! From 12 June to 28 June 2015, visit the Triumph pop-up store at either Robinsons, The Heeren (Level 3) or Robinsons at Raffles City (Level 2) and stand to win $2,000 worth of shopping vouchers, proudly sponsored by Triumph International and Robinsons. Just snap and share: Step 1: Take a photo with your favourite fashion show piece at the Triumph pop-up store at either Robinsons, The Heeren or Robinsons at Raffles City Step 2: Share your photo on Facebook or Instagram with hashtags #TriumphRobinsons and #MaximizerMagic *Terms and conditions apply.  Two winners per store will be selected and announced on 3 July via Robinsons official Facebook page . So stay tuned! Hotness alert!Here were the highlights from the Triumph Fashion Show I attended a few weeks ago: To have a front seat view of the Triumph fashion show pieces on the models during the runway, visit http://triumphfashionshow.com  to revive the magical moments. That’s not all! In conjunction with the Great Singapore Sale, Triumph is offering you ladies exclusive GSS Sexy Red Rewards. Buy any 3 items, receive 1 item FREE* Buy any 5 items, receive 2 items FREE*, including a $50 voucher* and a free towel cake* Buy any 6 items, receive 3 items FREE*, including a $60 voucher* and a free towel cake* *While stocks last. Terms and Conditions apply. I know some of you ladies are busy bees so you’ll be happy to know that Triumph products are now available online too  http://sg.triumph.com ! Have fun shopping! Your friend, Juliana #beauty #contest #fashion #Triumph

Winter’s a good time to stay in and cuddle, But put me in summer and I’ll be a, happy snowman!” Woohoo! It’s summer, which means a lot of bikinis, poolside posing and sun-kissed bodies! But wait, for some of us, an unfortunate few, it can also mean melting makeup, flabby thighs and flaky skin. Eek! Just when I thought my world was crumbling down, Blackbox released a new ‘500 Days of Summer’ edition that promises to help you get all your beauty ducks in a row. From a full-sized body sculpting lotion, brightening moisturiser to long-wearing lip gels and healthy collagen supplements, this new box screams ‘summer makeover‘! Trust me when I say the lip gel is long-wearing.  All your beauty solutions at a pocket-friendly price, this season is gonna be extra fab. Read on for more! ‘500 Days of Summer’ Exclusive Pack  Here’s a rundown of all the goodies in the box: Trulife Tri-kit Collagen Drink TruLife Collagen Cell Renew Packed with a groundbreaking concentration of 15,000mg collagen in each bottle, TruLIfe Collagen Cell Renew delivers micro marine collagen peptides that absorb rapidly to repair and rebuild skin structure. Infused with a daily dose of essential vitamins, it pre-empts signs of ageing and maintains great health for a youthful glow. TruLife Herbal System Detox  TruLife Herbal System Detox aids in digestion and lessens fats absorption after meals, helping you expel toxins so you can stay healthy and lean with less effort. It contains an effective mix of 6 active ingredients known for fast digestion and detoxification properties. TruLife Berry EyeHealth Berry Eyehealth nourishes the health of your eyes from within and keeps them bright and sparkling while improving your vision. Made up from high concentrations of Wolfberry and Bilberry extracts known for their restorative properties, these powerful antioxidants nourish the blood vessels feeding the eye, giving them maximum nutrients and oxygen while protecting against free radical damage. How to use: Take 1 bottle daily. Can be taken chilled or room temperature according to preference. Retail Size and Price: Trulife Berry EyeHealth (10x50g) $45.95, Trulife Collagen Cell Renew (10x50ml) $56.60, Trulife Hebal System Detox (10x50ml) $45.95 Where to buy: Guardian, Watsons, Robinsons, Nishino, Rakuten My verdict: A quick glance at the labels of the drinks and you’ll notice that their claims and ingredients are largely based on Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). We all know that TCM follows the philosophy of ‘prevention is better than cure‘ so I was really looking forward to start my summer on a healthy note with their wholesome ingredients. One of TCM’s most popular ingredients is the Chinese Wolfberry which is regarded as one of the most antioxidant-rich fruits around. Hence, my mum and granny would always add them into our soups and drinks for our daily dose of anti-oxidants. I’m a lazy girl so I can’t see myself preparing a pot of wolfberry soup every night. But guess what’s the chief ingredient of the TruLife Berry EyeHealth? Wolf berries of course! Yay! Now I can have my healthy intake of wolf berries while my lazy routine continues… 😛 The TruLife Collagen Cell Renew and TruLife Herbal System Detox also contains nourishing ingredients such as Marine Collagen and Camellia sinensis. I guess I finally found my Fountain of Youth in these three bottles of goodness. Haha! I’ve tried all three and really fancy their lingering sweet aftertaste that is perfect as a dessert after meals. If you would like to find out more about them, visit TruLife’s website at http://www.trulife.com.sg/ Dr+Nu:ell Double S Lotion Achieve skin radiant and translucent with this triple action skin moisturizer. How to use: Apply lotion on the face and massage gently. Day and Night. Retail Size and Price: 150ml, $38.80 Where to buy: Dermabiz, OG People’s Park, John Little Plaza Singapura and Essentials Pharmacy My verdict: We all want to look good for summer, so why on earth do we only start working out on the very first day of summer each year? Well, if you’re in the 99.9% of people like lazy old me, then you’ll love these goodies. Further proof that people are never happy with what they have, on one side of the globe we have people pursuing tanned leathery skin, and on the other side we have people pursuing porcelain white complexions. So it’s no wonder that every new whitening formula is received with much fanfare, especially if it’s from Korea, the home of every aesthetic fantastic development of recent times. Meet Dr+ NU:ELL Double S Lotion. The triple action formula promises moisturization, skin purification and whitening properties all in one lotion. Containing Niacinamide (AKA Nicotinamide) a powerful anti-inflammatory agent, preparations of this active ingredient are often used in medicine to treat acne with research being done on its role in the treatment of certain skin cancers, oh and yes, it is known to have skin whitening properties when used topically. Also containing polyglutamic acid, an effective moisturizer sourced from natto beans, and ginko biloba leaf extract to purify the skin, this lotion sure promises the goods – but does it deliver? The lotion is exceedingly light and rapidly absorbed into the skin. With a zesty invigorating freshness, my skin definitely felt cool and ready for the summer sun. Did the lotion live up to its triple threat promise?? Only time will tell. An effective non greasy moisturizer, only further use will reveal whether it lives up to its skin whitening claims or not. Want to hydrate and tone your skin without feeling sticky and clammy as you’re about to head out into the fire of the midday summer sun? Then look no further, this all in one is definitely worth a try. For further info, consult their website at http://www.dermabiz.com.sg . Nip + Fab Body Slim Fix This daily toning body moisturiser works to improve the appearance of your body contours for a firmer, slimmer appearance. Ideal for use post-workout or after a hot shower. Contains unislim to help sculpt + refine body contours, cocoa butter to soften + smooth, and caffeine extract to improve skin tone + texture. How to use: Gently massage into the body with circular motions, focusing on problem areas until absorbed. For best results, apply twice daily. Retail Size and Price: 200ml, $23.90 Where to buy: http://www.nipandfab.com.sg/ My verdict: With their trademark Unislim ingredient, the gel can be applied after your workouts or hot shower to further enhance your body contours and moisturize your skin. Now let’s not get the wrong idea here, nothing is going to beat putting in hard time at the gym and killing those carbs, but if you’re really left no alternative and a beach party is imminent, sure, give this a go. A lightly scented moisturizer, the gel is more like cream, adding a glistening quality to your skin which helps to give the appearance of a tighter more contoured body. I remain dubious as to whether a cream could really change ones body shape, but when all bets are off, what have you got to lose? Give it a shot. If nothing else, you at least get a nice moisturizer on your vanity table. Visit their website at   www.nipandfab.com.sg  for more info. SkinAz Lip Tattoo (Sexy Red) A peel-off lip tint pack which you apply on your lips and peel off in about 20-25 minutes to get the result of naturally coloured lips. It makes dull and dark lips or even pale ones look brighter and healthier. This product contains harmless food colouring and is made with natural ingredients. How to use: Apply the colour you desire evenly on cleaned lips. When it becomes dry after 20-25 minutes, peel it off slowly from the edges of your lips. Finish your lip with lip gloss. Retail Price: $24.90 Where to buy: ALL BHG and SaSa Outlets across Singapore My verdict: When I first read the label, I thought its effects were very similar to the Princess Pinki (shown below) where you temporarily dye your lips a nice luscious red. The difference here is the application method. The Princess Pinki is a colourless formula that gradually turns pink after application. The key word here is ‘colourless’ which means I could never gauge how pink the lip gel would go so I tended to apply too much. The consequence? Bright neon pink lips that look inappropriately skanky. As for the Skinaz lip tattoo, I like that we have a range of colors to choose from and that we can see the intensity of the hue as we apply the product. Here’s a quick demo: My lips in the mornings are always pale so it makes a perfect canvas to try the product at this time. There would be a lot of tugging involved later so I spread some lip balm over my lips before applying the Skinaz lip tattoo. Ooh… I love the sultry red hue. 20 minutes later… The lip tattoo is now completely dry. However, I made the mistake of not applying it evenly on my lower lips so I had trouble peeling it off. I decided to rectify it by washing the product away with water. Bad move. The result was this unsightly pink streak on my lower lip as seen below. My lesson? Apply a thicker and more even layer next time. Nonetheless, I still love how natural it looked on my lips. After breakfast and two cups of tea, the pink hue evened out to form this nice pale rose color which looks very natural! This is a winner. I’ll definitely use this on a more regular basis. If you would like to find out more too, you can visit their website at http://www.skinaz.com.sg/ So there you have it – Blackbox’s 500 Days of Summer that even Tom Hansen and Summer Finn would be proud of. This June BlackBox is now retailing at SGD29.90 (U.P. $88.35) but wait for it… wait for it… Honeyz Belles receive a 10% discount! All you have to do is quote BBXJUL10 when upon check out and you’ll be entitled to this exclusive offer. To top it off, you will also receive a full-sized product from a random pool of beauty items for every EXCLUSIVE item purchased at BlackBox e-store. Psst! I heard through the grapevine that these boxes are selling like hotcakes so grab them fast now at: www.blackbox.sg And now let’s get those donut floats ready and say hello to summer! Your friend, Juliana IG: @ilovebunnynet FB: ilovebunny.net Disclaimer: Please rest assured that even though the products and services were sponsored, they do not have any bearing on the content of this post. Opinions stated are objective and genuine. Also note that all sources, information, content, links are valid to change at any time. #BlackBox #beautyreview #beauty #skinaz #NipandFab #advertorial #trulife

The last quarter of 2014 has been interesting for me. Overnight, I went from a beauty lazy bum to a wannabe fitspo and even embarked on a full ketogenic diet to prepare for my impending wedding. Haha! This is further proof that brides will do anything to look phenomenal on their big day. 😛 Well, here’s the problem – I thought I was also becoming a skincare nutcase when I began to pinpoint every single flaw on my body, even the ones I can’t see – like on my back. These conjured thoughts were further aggravated by the bare back gowns I’d chosen for the wedding. This time I knew that no flaw could be spared and I was determined to bring every one of them to the ground! Lucky me, help arrived in the form of an email from D’Skin , introducing their latest body treatments, including body facials. I was curious and very eager to find out more so I set up my first appointment without any hesitation. At that time, getting wedding dress ready had almost become my life goal and with some help I think I managed to pull it off. Haha! Fast forward to 2015, I’m still a huge advocate of D’Skin’s body care treatments. My skin isn’t exactly perfect but the zits and unsightly marks have certainly reduced within the last few months. Are you plagued by troubled skin? Then read on to find out if this could be an effective option for you too! If you don’t have body acne problems, good on ya! For the rest of us mere mortals, this can be a rather prevalent pang on our journey to perfect skin. Pimples form when our hair follicles or pores become congested with oil, sebum and dead skin. Since our hair follicles are attached to sebaceous glands that are responsible for the production of oil, it is no surprise that acne can appear even on our bodies. Body blemishes are most commonly spotted on the back, chest, and neck. And in my case, back and chest, so here I am with Abby of  D’Skin  to get rid of the bane of my existence once and for all. If you find Abby familiar, that is because D’Skin is actually the skincare arm of  Shou Slimming Centre  which I’ve featured before here –  http://www.ilovebunny.net/2014/08/bridal-beauty-log-reaching-for-disney.html Abby did a splendid job contouring my assets last year so I was extremely excited to undertake this new beauty journey with her. And here we go! First, let’s take a look at the current condition of my back. The key problems identified are clogged pores, pimples, acne scars and uneven skin tone. Boo! Do you know that the skin on our body is thicker and the pores are also larger hence making it easier to clog pores and cause breakouts? To add fuel to the fire, these areas are constantly in contact with our clothes which may irritate the skin and ultimately exacerbate our body acne problems. So the foremost step to ‘Operation Flawless Back’ is to exfoliate the multiple layers of dead skin cells that have accumulated over the years. Abby executed this step with a Diamond Peel Treatment where a state-of-the-art diamond cut applicator with a sandpaper-like surface was used to rub against my skin to lift and subsequently, vacuum away the dead skin cells. Pain factor – zero. 🙂 Au revoir, dead skin! The debris captured is ultimately trapped in this cotton filter that was placed in the diamond head. Honestly, this whole process seems like a possible scenario for cross-contamination to occur. This brings us to a fundamental concern: What happens after the machine is used on a customer? Well, you’ll be happy to know that the salon takes pride in their hygiene measures and makes sure that all tools are sanitised before they’re used on a new customer. In this case, they would replace the cotton filter, sanitise the applicator head and throughly rinse the tube to get rid of all the gunk from the previous customer. Phew! So all D’Skin’s customers can enjoy the treatments with a peace of mind. 🙂 Okay, so how’s my back doing? After the exfoliation process, my skin looked red and inflammed but it felt very smooth to the touch. Abby applied this paste to sooth the redness, then place a layer of gauze on my back before she applied a thick layer of mask on it. The mask is infused with collagen and moisturisers to hydrate and rejuvenate the skin. Psst! It also smells like seaweed so it always stimulates a craving for seafood in me. Haha! After 20 minutes, Abby removed the gauze, cleaned my back and concluded the treatment with a thin film of BioCell Nano Cream to moisturize the treated skin. I like that D’Skin came up with their own line of products for their treatments as this means that the efficacy of the ingredients used would be in line with the objectives of their treatments. To top it off, this also ensures that the aftercare products we use complements the treatment ones. And now we can continue to benefit from the goodness of the treatments even at home! Immediately after the treatment… The acne scars are noticeably lighter and the redness subsided too! And there you have it – the legendary Back Facial. 🙂 As mentioned earlier, no part of my body was spared so the next target area of the treatment was my chest. I went through massive weight loss when I was a toddler and it left these unsightly marks on my skin. The marks are never going to go away but Abby suggested performing the same treatment to prevent the lines from deepening. I also emphasised earlier that clogged hair follicles can cause blemishes on your skin so to eradicate the problem, Abby also coupled the treatment with an IPL session. I’ve done scores of IPL treatments before but this one seems rather unique. In regular IPL treatments, the hand piece is placed onto the skin while a short pulse of light is released. This probably takes about one second before it is moved to the neighbouring area and the process is repeated until the targeted area is treated. D’Skin’s IPL treatments employs an entirely different method, in that the hand piece is moved back and forth across the skin, emitting light as it moves. According to the salon, this is the latest IPL technology known as the Super Hair Removal (SHR) and it works by gradually heating the dermis to a temperature that effectively damages the hair follicle and prevents re-growth, while not injuring the surrounding tissue. It combines high average power, low-fluence, and a high repetition rate; gradually increasing the temperature of the hair follicle by stacking the pulses as the hand piece is continuously moved over the treatment area. It promises to efficiently target hair follicles and disable growth of active hair. I’ve been undergoing the SHR treatment for a few months now and I have to say, it is one of the most effective hair removal treatments I’ve tried. After just one treatment, hair regrowth became significantly slower. Soft, light and fine hair only grew after a few months and since they are so thin, they are almost invisible. The treatment process feels almost like regular IPL – you’ll feel a warm prickling sensation when the hand piece moves over the skin and I thought it was pretty bearable. After the treatment, the skin would look slightly pinkish but it would fade after an hour or so. If you’re look for a long-term hair removal solution, this may be it. It is suitable for most body areas. Here’s a breakdown of the prices: Upper Lip $160 Chin $200 Underarm $200 Jaw Line $300 Full Arm $600 Half Arm $400 Full Leg $800 Half Leg $600 Brazilian $458 Bikini $300 All in all, I was extremely happy with the results. My skin is noticeable clearer and smoother nowadays. I also felt a lot more confident baring my back and chest on my wedding day. Even though the wedding is long over, I’m still a regular at D’Skin. These days, I’m also keeping my skin in check with D’Skin’s facial treatments. But that’s another story. I’ll elaborate more in a future post. 🙂 Meanwhile, if you would like to find out more about D’Skin’s treatments, you can visit their website at  www.dskinlab.com or Fb Page at  www.facebook.com/dskinSG . That being said… Even though going for salon treatments can help to reduce our body skin problems, it is still ideal to wear breathable clothing when possible, maintain a healthy balanced diet, sleep well, exercise loads and stay happy! With this, I wish you all the best in getting the clear skin you deserve! For more exclusive content on beauty or to receive the full gamut of privileges as Honeyz readers, like my Facebook Page at fb.com/ilovebunny.net or follow me on my Instagram ( @ilovebunnynet )! Have a splendid week, belles! Your friend, Juliana Disclaimer: Please rest assured that even though the products and services were sponsored, they do not have any bearing on the content of this post. Opinions stated are objective and genuine. Also note that all sources, information, content, links are valid to change at any time. #beauty #BridalBeautyLog #SalonReview #SHOUSlimmngCentre