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Go from wake up to make up with my new Midnight in Paris makeup tutorial video! I’m going to the City of Romance in a few weeks! Can’t wait to take photos of the Eiffel Tower and Notre Dame Cathedral, sip fine french wine and taste the best french cheese. 😀 Well, everyone wants to look great even when they travel but we often end up looking sleep deprived, jet lagged and frazzled due to the long exhausting flights. Looking chic and put together can be a tricky subject when en route or during the trip itself. And since I’m planning to travel light this time – not bring a suitcase of cosmetics that is, I decided to come up with a simple parisian-inspired look (see photo) with just a few make up products and simple makeup techniques. [df_divider el_width=”100″ style=”solid” accent_color=”#EEEEEE” border_t_width=”2px” padding=”20px 0″ position=”align_center” el_class=””] And of course, the Parisian look can never be complete without authentic french makeup! Say hello to the latest addition to Watson’s  – french cosmetics brand, Elite Paris makeup! If you think that Elite makeup has some sorta affiliation to Elite Model Management, well you’re absolutely spot on! With 30 years of valuable experience in fashion show makeup, the Elite Makeup range was conceived using the knowledge and expertise of the biggest names in makeup and haute couture. It is particularly formulated to compliment skin that is subjected to many stress factors such as travel, jet lag, casting, spotlights, shootings, etc. I was first introduced to the brand and their amazing collection at Watsons’ Beauty Day Out event held in February. On top of savoring delightful canapes and meeting great friends, I also got to experience the latest makeup products from Elite Paris Makeup. Elite Makeup Haute Couture Eyeshadows Check out the vast myriad of products and hues! Elite Paris Makeup Stand These are some of the products that were kindly sent to me by Elite Paris. Elite Paris Fantastic Primer (SGD24.90) Elite Paris Duo Eye Shadow – 08 Place Vendome (SGD18.90) Elite Paris Duo Eye Shadow – 08 Place Vendome (SGD18.90) Elite Paris MAKE ME BLUSH – 01 Flirt With Me (SGD19.90) Elite Paris MAKE ME BLUSH – 01 Flirt With Me (SGD19.90) Elite Paris Intensity Eye Pencil – 03 Silver Design (SGD12.90) Elite Paris Intensity Eye Pencil – 03 Silver Design (SGD12.90) Elite Paris FRENCH KISS – 03 Romantic Kiss (SGD17.90) Elite Paris FRENCH KISS – 03 Romantic Kiss (SGD17.90) And this calls for a makeup tutorial! This is my first makeup tutorial video so please bear with me. 😛 The completed look. Elite Paris Makeup is currently available in selected Watsons stores: 1. Toa Payoh 2. ION 3. Vivo City 4. City Square Mall 5. Ngee Ann City 6. Great World City 7. Raffles City 8. Bugis Junction 9. Parkway Parade And coming soon in these outlets: 1. Changi Airport Terminal 1 2. Plaza Singapura Visit their website at www.elitecosmeticsparis.com and like their Facebook page here . Have you tried these products from the new Elite Paris Makeup range too? Let me know by sharing your review at Honeyz Cube ! 😀 And now I’m all ready for Bonjour Land! For more exclusive content on the latest makeup tips, free samples, style books or to receive the full gamut of privileges as Honeyz readers, like my Facebook Page at www.facebook.com/ilovebunny.net Your road to a sparkling lifestyle begins  here . Your friend, Juliana Disclaimer: Please rest assured that even though the products and services were sponsored, it does not have any bearing on the content of this post. Opinions stated are genuine and honest. #SponsoredPost #beautyreview #Watsons #EliteMakeup #tutorial #beauty #beautytips #DashOfHoneyz

Advertorial My first encounter with art was when my mom enrolled me in a Mongolian dance class when I was four years old. Despite the physically demanding training sessions, I fell in love with the strong yet elegant dance moves as well as the beautiful notes of the Mongolian folk music that to me, showed a delicate side of the Mongolian people and their culture. Two decades and a lifetime later, I’m still intrigued. 🙂 What about you? What is your earliest experience with art? If you haven’t had one, then you must read today’s post about the PAssionArts Month 2013 which is all about bringing people together, creating the spark to ignite their passions for the Arts. May it be musical performances, circus arts, ceramic art making or Jazz bands performances. Now click to enter the realm of art and of course, discover your inner artist! “Everyone can make a difference (M.A.D), and be an artist, or musician in their own way, as long as they have a PAssion for the arts”. Life is a journey, take a break and let Arts take the centre stage this 13th and 14th April at Whampoa and Jalan Besar! Passion Arts Musical @ Whampoa Date: Saturday, 13 April 2013 Time: 6.30pm – 9.30pm Venue: Whampoa Makan Place (Block 92, Whampoa Drive) Interaction with community artists/performers Former Mediacorp Personality 杨光 engaging the audience Former Mediacorp personalities performing Saxophone serenade Whampoa Presents “Art with a Heart” For the Needy In line with the PAssion Arts Month festivities, Whampoa is doing their part to reach out to the needy within the community. On Saturday, 13 April 2013, from 6.30pm to 9.30pm at Block 91, Whampoa Drive (Beside Whampoa Makan Place), a series of ceramic and visual art demonstrations, and a fusion heartland musical performed by professional, and community artist would take place in Whampoa. Along with the stellar musical performances, there will also be a ceramic and visual art charity flea market. All proceeds will be donated back to the community through various VWOs, and needy households. This event is indeed a treat for the eyes, as well as a way to give something back to the community. Do join us for this event fit for the whole family! Artsy Fartsy @ Jalan Besar Date: 14th April 2013 Time: 9am – 2pm Venue: 9am-9.30am (Geylang West CC) pavement in front of Blk 16→ 10am-10.30am (Jalan Besar CC) Lavendar MRT Exit B in front of Wendy’s → 11am- 2pm (Kallang CC) Boon Keng MRT Exit B open Space (Event final stop and highpoint) Follow Jalan Besar’s unique Arts journey, starting at 9am at Block 16 Upper Boon Keng Road. Be entertained and have a drumming good time by home grown performing groups featuring Samba, African and Chinese drums. Residents can enjoy the event when they are doing their marketing and breakfast at this time. At 10am, see the open space in front of Wendy’s (Lavender MRT exit B) come alive by Line Dancers. Discover the various hidden talents within Jalan Besar that you never knew existed! The final stop of this Arts journey takes place at Boon Keng MRT station open space at 11am. Evergreen Choir and Kallang Jazz Band will be belting out evergreen hits to warm us up for 3 hours of Arts attack! All participating groups will gather here at Jalan Besar’s Arts Village. Wowee! It’s gonna be a fun-filled artsy weekend! I’m certainly looking out for the ceramic and visual art demonstrations as well as the performing groups! Let’s samba! Your friend, Juliana #advertorial #lifestyle #PAssionArts #travel

Last weekend, I spent a fruitful and enlightening afternoon at the Four Seasons Hotel for Olay’s ‘Look good, Feel Great’ masterclass. On top of dexterous makeup tricks and useful skincare tips, the speakers at the event also imparted some valuable biochemistry knowledge to help us understand how our skin behaves in order to choose the right products for our skin. Click for all the scoop! Top makeup guru, Larry Yeo opened the masterclass with a live makeup demo with one of the participants. This was probably one of my most favorite sessions of the class. He dispensed many makeup knowledge tips during his short presentation and my most favorite was getting the perfect winged eyeliner. Larry suggested using our lower waterline as a guide. The wing on the upper lid should start where the lower waterline ends so it’ll look like you’ve extended it. This method helps you create a perfect and equal pair of wings. I’ve tried it and trust me, it works. I’ll be demonstrating this method in my next Youtube makeup tutorial so look out for it! Next speaker is Barbara Koh, editor of Singapore Women’s Weekly. She showed us how to create show-stopping looks with some simple floral and striped prints and also divulged the secrets to looking effortless but carefully crafted. Layering and colors are also key to fashion success. Layering can accentuate your figure or hide your body flaws while colors add a tinge of youth and fun to your ensemble! Check out her personal collection! Next, we were treated to a live demo on product application and massage techniques by none other than Olay’s Regional Training and Capability Leader, Susan Park. Finally, we were introduced to Olay’s Senior Scientist, David Khoo who shared the latest skincare technology for the All New Olay Regenerist range as well as introduced the Skin Fatigue theory which I’ve explained in my Olay Regenerist Micro-Sculpting Cream review . According to him, a good skin care product is usually more water-dispersed. This is because the main composition of our skin is water, and more water-dispersed products can carry the ingredients deeper in skin layers. So he carried out a live demonstration where he mixed both the Olay NEW Regenerist and a Prestige Skincare brand with water in separate bottles. He then asked a participant to shake both bottles to test its solubility. The Olay NEW Regenerist quickly dispersed in the water which indicates a possible high absorption level in the skin. After the session, we also got to try the Olay Regenerist Micro-Sculpting Cream. Read my review here . Olay Regenerist Micro-Sculpting Cream I did not leave the party empty handed. I made a new friend! Meet Catherine! She’s a sweetheart. Catherine and me. The folks of Olay also kindly gifted these products to me – Olay Regenerist Revitalizing Serum and Olay Regenerist Micro-Sculpting Eye Cream and Lash Serum Duo. The Olay Regenerist Micro-Sculpting Eye Cream and Lash Serum Duo is really cool I tell you. It combines a hydrating Eye Cream with a nourishing Lash Serum to provide smoother-looking lids, firmer skin and instantly thicker-looking lashes. Olay Regenerist Micro-Sculpting Eye Cream and Lash Serum Duo And guess what? I wanna give it to you! Here’s how you can win: Like Honeyz Facebook Page . Then share this photo on your Facebook wall. After sharing, comment ‘Shared‘ on this photo on Honeyz’ Facebook Wall. It’s that easy! The contest will end on 15 April 2013, Monday at 10pm. This is an international giveaway so readers outside of Singapore can take part too! Good luck! ❤ Have you tried the products from the new New Olay Regenerist range too? Let me know by sharing your review at Honeyz Cube ! Have fun! Your friend, Juliana #beauty #BloggerEvent #Olay

Sponsored Review No one can escape the power of time and gravity. One day, we’ll all lose the wrinkle battle and suffer the physical effects of aging – saggy skin, crow’s feet, deep lines, etc. C’est la vie… Well, not quite yet! Say hello to age reverser – Olay Regenerist Micro-sculpting Cream! Click to find out more about this hydrating, anti-aging cream that swears to firm and sculpt skin for a younger look! According to a recent Facebook poll conducted by Olay, a whopping 63 million women in the United States send their products to the skincare graveyard – a place in their home where they keep the products they don’t use regularly – because they aren’t seeing results fast enough. To prevent their products from suffering the infamous ‘graveyard fate’, Olay began to conduct excessive research on the skin’s feedback towards anti-aging products. With this, they came up with the Skin Fatigue Theory – aged skin is less responsive to anti-aging ingredients than younger skin because of decreases in skin cell energy. Hence, Olay scientists determined that an effective approach to fighting the look of skin fatigue is to boost aged cells’ ability to produce energy and its ability to respond to stress. Armed with these insights, Olay has reformulated its signature Aminopeptide Complex with the revolutionary Skin Energizing Technology to help boost skin’s responsiveness to anti-aging ingredients. Based on studies conducted with hundreds of women across the world, Olay Regenerist Skin Energizing Technology has been proven to improve skin’s responsiveness and fight the look of skin fatigue by accelerating surface layer cell turnover, increasing brightness and decreasing the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. As the star of the Olay Regenerist boutique, the new Olay Regenerist Micro-Sculpting Cream has been proven to regenerate skin up to two times faster by boosting natural skin renewal in just five days, and reduce appearance of fine lines and wrinkles in just one jar. You should be able to see rapid results within a week. The following is provided by Olay: 10 minutes: Noticeable improvement to appearance of aging concerns like eye lines and brightness and boosting hydration 4 days: Intense hydration firms skin 5 days: Regenerates surface skin up to two times faster by boosting natural surface skin renewal 7 days: Visible reduction in wrinkle appearance Here’s what I thought about the product… I was 14 when I first discovered the magic of beauty products and guess what? The first beauty product I ever laid my hands on was my grandma’s Olay whitening cream! So there was definitely an air of nostalgia when I unboxed my Olay Regenerist cream. Haha! The consistency of the cream is thick and smooth. Here’s a photo of the texture. The fragrance and slightly greasy texture made me worry about its effects on my sensitive skin. So each time, I’ll apply only a small dollop of the cream on my face and neck to prevent breakouts or any adverse skin reactions. But I gotta say, the fragrance is rather alluring and refreshing. It made my skin smell like flowers! ✿ The cream broke me out in the first couple of days but the pimples subsided once the skin got used to the richness of the product. Even though I do not have crow’s feet and wrinkles on my face at the moment, I do have unflattering neck lines. So I’m hoping with prolonged use, it will mitigate the wrinkly neck problem. To be honest, if you’re looking for a miracle cream like the pink bees honey anti-aging cream that Adam invented in the movie Upside Down , you’ll be pretty disappointed. Even though it’s named micro sculpting cream, I don’t think it actually sculpts or lifts the contours of the face. To achieve such drastic results, you probably have to consult a plastic surgeon instead. All in all, I think the cream functions adequately as an emollient and hydrator. I’ll certainly lug this along on winter vacations. 3.5 Honeyz crowns! Olay’s Regenerist Advanced Anti-Ageing Micro-Sculpting Cream (50g) is available in most leading departmental stores and pharmacies at SGD49.99. Visit www.olay.com.sg/Pages/DefaultFlash.aspx for more info. For more exclusive content on product reviews, beauty tutorials, style books or to receive the full gamut of privileges as Honeyz readers, like my Facebook Page at www.facebook.com/ilovebunny.net Your road to a sparkling lifestyle begins here . Your friend, Juliana Disclaimer: Please be rest assured that even though the products were sponsored, 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. #beauty #beautyreview #Olay

Sponsored Review Do you know that UVA ages your skin and UVB burns your skin? They are practically skin terrorists! This latest product I’m going to introduce you employs a new water capsule technology that promises to shield your delicate skin from the sun with its double UV block properties while hydrating and softening the skin. Click to read all about it! And the product is the award-wining Biore UV Watery Essence SPF50+ PA+++! Biore UV Aqua Rich Watery Essence SPF 50+ PA+++, a highly touted sunscreen in Japan, contains Aqua Micro Capsules which has UV absorbing ingredients to provide strong, long-lasting double block yet with light and cool “water-like” fresh feeling. Non-sticky and non-greasy, it spreads and absorbs by the skin easily. Formulated with Hyaluronic Acid and Mix Citrus Essence as moisturising ingredients to keep skin hydrated. Non sticky and non greasy, it is so comfortable for everyday use! Directions: It is suitable for face and body application. Apply evenly on face after moisturizer and before applying makeup. For best results, reapply after excessive perspiration. As with all sunscreens, cleanse thoroughly using a makeup remover. Ingredients: Water (Aqua), Alcohol, Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate, Lauryl Methacrylate/Sodium Methacrylate Crosspolymer, Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate, Dimethicone, Acrylates/C10-30 Acrylate Crosspolymer, Glyceryl Stearate, Agar, Polyvinyl Alcohol, Sodium Hyaluronate, Citrus Grandis (Grapefruit) Fruit Extract, Citrus Medica Limonum (Lemon) Fruit Extract, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Fruit Extract, Xylitol, Butylene Glycol, Propylene Glycol, Sodium Hydroxide, Potassium Hydroxide, Phenoxyethanol, Disodium EDTA, BHT, Fragrance (Parfum). Here’s what I think about it. As the name suggests, the product possesses a watery and mousse-like texture that glides well on skin. It does not leave a white sheen or greasy film on the skin. When applied, the Biore UV Watery Essence dissipates into my skin fast leaving a flawless matte and smooth finish. This phenomenon seems to be consistent even when I’m perspiring. I applied the product on my limbs before my jog this morning. After the jog, I touched my hands and legs and realized my skin remained moist and clean even after much perspiration. It did not produce the greasy and sticky residue like many other sunscreens did. 😀 I also like that it does not contain pore-clogging ingredients such as zinc oxide or titanium oxide which are absolutely detrimental to my acne-prone skin. I did not have a pimple attack after application. 🙂 The fragrance is not prominent in this product in that it did not have the typical ‘sunscreen smell’ unlike my Sunplay lotions. I could not smell the oils or the lemon in the ingredients either. This is great news because you don’t wanna go out smelling like the swimming pool, do you? For its long-lasting sun protection and weightless finish, 3.5 Honeyz crowns! The Biore UV Watery Essence SPF50+ PA+++ is now available at selected supermarkets, hypermarkets and pharmacies at SGD18.90 for 50ml. For more exclusive content on product reviews, beauty tutorials, style books or to receive the full gamut of privileges as Honeyz readers, like my Facebook Page at www.facebook.com/ilovebunny.net Your road to a sparkling lifestyle begins here . Your friend, Juliana Disclaimer: Please be rest assured that even though the products were sponsored, 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. #beauty #beautyreview #Biore #SponsoredReview

Sponsored Review Have a tireless passion for European fashion and shopping? Then you’ll love La Sambuca ! It offers high quality products (at competitive prices) from recognized brands from all over Europe. Its concept is a marvel of ingenuity I tell you! Click to find out more! La Sambuca was founded with a goal to provide a lifestyle that is inspired by the highest quality, and which praises the hard work and vision of the best craftsmen around the globe. So instead of joining the ranks of major online stores that offer products from a variety of brands, La Sambuca focuses on bringing their customers high quality and exclusive handmade products by craftsmen who had partnered the most recognized brands in Europe. This means you’ll be able to purchase boutique-quality products at a fraction of their usual price! The founders of La Sambuca emphasized that quality and design is of utmost importance to them so they will personally curate the products to ensure consistent and immaculate quality of the products at La Sambuca. Talk about commitment! I’m a huge fan of eyewear products so their popular Venice Frames caught my eyes instantly. Here’s my pick! It is called the Venice Cafe Red Sun and is currently priced at SGD179. You can view all its details here . The creator of these shades is the famous Ottica Carraro that also produces a range of designer eyeglasses and sunglasses. They’ve worked with big names like Ray-Ban, Dior, Dolce & Gabbana, Gucci, Chanel and the list goes on. So I wasn’t surprised to see this in the description: “Unique craftsmanship process. Materials: (Natural) Well-tested cellulose acetate. Sunglasses full UV polarised.” Most shades use injection molded plastic frames which are made by injecting a more brittle petroleum based plastic that is liquified, then injected into an aluminum or stainless steel mold. Colors are added through a spray application then coated and tumbled for shine. Injection mold frames are generally less expensive but considered to be lower quality. The Venice Cafe Red Sun frames are made of a different material known as cellulose acetate. And this material is made from processed wood pulp. This means that unlike most man-made fibres, it comes from a renewable resource and is biodegradable. On top of this, it is also hypoallergenic and very tough. Cellulose acetate is the highest quality plastic material for eyeglasses. Besides good quality frames, I was also very glad that the lenses are full UV polarized. Do you know that most sunglasses are not fully polarized, even the designer ones? If you’re wondering why this is a concern, it is because polarized lenses helps to reduce glare reflected at some angles off shiny non-metallic surfaces such as water. Prolonged exposure to glare from these surfaces can cause ocular problems such as cataracts or even worse, eye cancer. So kudos to La Sambuca’s polarized sunglasses! And now it’s time to try them on! The Venice Cafe Red Sun shades fit me like a glove! I have a pretty angular face so most square or geometric shades do not look good on me. The shades miraculously reduced the angles of my strong jawline and sat securely and comfortably on my rather flat nose bridge. Stylish environmental-friendly sunglasses that protects my eyes. What more can I ask for? 4 Honeyz crowns! Psst! Even my aunt is a fan! *Latest Update* La Sambuca no longer retails women’s eyewear products. But if you’re looking for authentic Mediterranean apparel, you could still visit their website at http://www.lasambuca.com . To keep up with the latest news and promotions at La Sambuca, like their Facebook Page at www.facebook.com/LaSambuca Your friend, Juliana Disclaimer: Please be rest assured that even though the products were sponsored, 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. #fashion #LaSambuca #shopping #fashionreview #OtticaCarraro

Advertorial There are three types of skincare products to me – those that claim they can do wonders for the skin but actually do nothing, those that say they can clear up skin and indeed fulfill their promises and finally, those that are understated and make no promises but deliver beauty miracles! The product I’m going to review today belongs to the third type. Curious? Then click to uncover the beauty miracle! I’ve never fancied soap bars as I always have this impression that those slippery solids are wicked drying agents that strip the skin of all the natural oils and also a scary breeding ground for bacteria. So when blink.sg approached me two weeks ago and suggested that I try their Gamila Secret Facial Cleansing Soap Bars, I was very hesitant to say yes. I decided to do my research before I reply. And this was what I found. The woman in the logo is the founder of the Gamila Secret brand and there is so much more to the bars of soap than I thought. Behind it lies an inspirational story of a woman who’s spent her entire life trying to formulate the perfect bar of soap. Her name is Gamila Hiar and she was born on August 20, 1940, in a village called Peki’in in the Galilee (in northern Israel). Her devotion to make nourishing skin care products started at the age of 20, when she sacrificed a few hours of sleep each night to make soap after her daily chores. She was inspired by her father, an expert on plants and an authority on medical herbs. Within a few years, Gamila Hiar discovered her talent to mix the right herbs and cook them in a specific order to create a substance with a nourishing effect. After more than 40 years, Gamila Hiar developed a secret recipe formula based on her wisdom of nature known as Gamila Secret. The Gamila Secret products are made with a unique mixture of herb extracts natural oils and extra-virgin Syrian olive oil, which have excellent anti-oxidant potency and contains a combination of 15 different plants. To know the full story, watch this video that documented her journey to developing the famous Gamila Secret cleansing bars. I was already leaning towards a ‘yes reply’ as I was reading and watching her story. I was very touched by her determination and dedication to success. That discipline, passion and attention to detail are certainly qualities that we should all learn from. On top of these, good business ethics and a great brand ethos are also keys to her success. Gamila maintained that her products are entirely derived from nature which means they are totally free of any industrial by-product and prepared without using any synthetic processes. With all these good traits, I was sold and immediately replied Blink.sg with a resounding yes to the sponsorship. 😀 According to Blink.sg, there are nine different cleansing bars in the range namely the original, Spearmint Sparkle, Lively Lemongrass, Miracle Mentha, Lavender Heaven, Wild Rose, Creamy Vanilla, Reviving Rosemary and Jasmine Comfort. Each cleansing bar is suited to one or two skin types. The chart below display the different variants for each skin type to guide you on your beauty regimen. To achieve desirable results, it is imperative to use the soap for your skin type so I’ve selected Wild Rose and Jasmine Comfort for my combination skin. Gamila Secret Wild Rose Cleansing Bar Gamila Secret Jasmine Comfort Cleansing Bar I’ve chosen these soaps because I’ve been suffering from a pimple breakout recently that is caused by stress and the lack of facial treatments. Since the launch of my beauty portal HoneyzCube.com , I’ve been very busy with the running of the website, meetings and campaigns. As such, I haven’t been able to make time for my monthly facials. To add insult to the injury, my daily makeup routine has made my acne-prone skin retaliate in the worst way. Now what I’m left with is a rough and congested complexion that is clogged from debris like sebum and dead skin cells. Here’s a photo of my dull complexion. It might not be obvious on the photo but when I glide my fingers across my chin and cheeks, I could feel many tiny bumps that are probably blemishes, blackheads and whiteheads. A pretty nasty feeling. Hence, I was extremely glad when these babies arrived a week ago. I could smell mother nature even before opening them. Each box was pierced and printed with the following message… The boxes came with clear instructions on how and where you can use the soaps on your body. And now we unfold the Gamila Secret! The contents. Each box contains a mini Gamila Secret handbook that not only explains the methods and ingredients used to make Gamila Secret products, but also tells you the story of the founder Gamila using colorful images and interesting descriptions and quotes by Gamila herself. The lady herself. I’ve been using the Gamila Secret Wild Rose for five days now and I thought my skin has become remarkably brighter and smoother. The bumps were significantly reduced and the redness has also disappeared. Here’s a photo of my new complexion. Juxtaposed both before and after photos for your comparison. Of course, my face isn’t entirely zit-free but these quick results were sufficient to make me happy and satisfied. I can totally see myself buying more of these soaps when they run out. Three days ago, I decided to spread the goodness to other parts of my body by cleansing my chest, back and legs with the Gamila Secret soap bars too. Not surprisingly, my skin on these areas also dramatically brightened and became smoother. Since then, I’ve been glowing with confidence. 😛 Here’s something embarrassing to share with you – I accidentally swallowed some Gamila Secret soap during my facial wash yesterday and I was surprised that the soap does not possess the metallic and bitter taste that most soaps do. So with this I can affirm you that the soap is made with 100% natural ingredients. Not the best way to prove this but oh well. All in all, I love the gentle and eco-friendly soap which does not leave a tight and dry feeling on the skin afterwards. The alluring woodsy fragrance of the Wild Rose cleansing bar also made the entire shower experience an extremely pleasant one – I thought I was taking a herbal bath! I’m definitely looking forward to my showers these days. 😀 For its natural goodness and high effectiveness, 5 Honeyz crowns! As mentioned earlier, cleansing bars are evil breeding grounds for bacteria. When you place your soaps on your regular soap dishes, the soap will collect the dirt and moisture in the bathroom to produce this gooey substance as shown below. And when you rub this onto your skin, you are potentially rubbing bacteria on your skin which may lead to skin rashes or even worse, serious skin disorders! So to prevent your Gamila Secret Facial Cleansing Bars from turning into a bacterial sludge, I highly recommend you to use a mesh cushion or a soap bag to store your soaps. They prevent bacteria from forming by draining the water out. The soap bag I’m using right now is from Lolita New York . This is the perfect soap bag for my Gamila Secret Facial Cleansing Bars as it’s extremely soft, stretchable and affordable. The 10-ply mesh material is gentle enough for daily exfoliation. With this soap bag, I think my 115g cleansing bar should be able to last a longer time. If you’re interested to purchase this soap bag, visit Lolita New York that is located at Marina Link Studio, 6 Raffles Boulevard. #B1-12 Marina Square. It retails at SGD9.90 per piece. Guess what? Famous makeup and skincare guru, Zhang Jing Kai (小凱老師) is also a fan of Gamila Secret cleansing bars. Here’s a short video that showcases his tips on effective uses of the cleansing bars. I’ve read reviews on the Blink.sg Qoo10 store and the reception seems pretty good so far. The store has been highly commended for its product effectiveness and fast delivery. Besides treating sensitive skin, you might be glad to know that the cleansing bars also work well on eczema, according to the reviews of some eczema sufferers. So this means they are extremely gentle for our delicate skin. 🙂 The Gamila Secret Wild Rose Cleansing Bar retails at SGD36.90 and the Jasmine Comfort at SGD29.90 on Blink.sg’s Qoo10 store . Experience beauty in its purest form with Gamlia Secret today. Your friend, Juliana Disclaimer: Please be rest assured that even though the products were sponsored, 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. #Blinksg #beautyreview #beauty #GamilaSecret #advertorial

Sponsored Review We’ve all had facials before but have you ever tried a ‘hand and feet facial‘? If you haven’t, you’re seriously missing out! Our hands and feet are the most exposed and tortured parts of our body so they certainly deserve as much attention as our face. So last week I gave my limbs some much needed nourishment at the lavish Kim Robinson salon at Takashimaya. Click to read all about it! Located at a secluded corner of Takashimaya, is this famous celebrity salon with a stunning track record of satisfied customers and cute gorgeous hairdos. This understated corner salon is deceiving I tell you because hidden behind those glossy black doors is a 5000 square feet paradise that is nothing short of luxury. The entrance I gaped as I walked into the salon premises. The nature themed salon housed eight private parlors, four VIP suites, a cozy washing area, technical section (for perming, coloring and chemical treatments) and a manicure corner for nail services! Each private parlor can seat two clients so it’s ideal for a private hairdressing session with your best girlfriend! Common area Technical area Washing area The manicure corner At last I was led to my room and hey presto! It was one of Kim Robinson’s luxurious VIP suites! Woo-hoo! Besides four whopping full length mirrors, an LCD TV and a quality salon ergonomic chair, the room was also connected to its own wash area for maximum privacy – now you don’t have to walk around the salon looking like this. Private wash area I certainly felt like a princess! The folks at Kim Robinson also thoughtfully wrapped my bag in a plastic wrap and served me their signature iced tea before the session began. The hygiene quality at Kim Robinson is undisputedly top-notch. Even my ice tea was nicely and neatly covered to prevent chemicals and dust from entering! My pampering ‘tai-tai’ treatment commenced with the most soothing hair wash by hair artist Kelly. On top of the regular scalp massage, she also gave my ears, upper back and neck an energizing yet relaxing massage that was absolutely therapeutic for me. I could feel the muscle tension and stress easing with every inch of pressure applied. Next, Kim Robinson stepped up the therapeutic treatment with a V3 Miracle hand and feet treatment and a hair styling session with senior hair artist, Eric Lim. My hand and feet treatment was executed by the lovely Joanne who’s also the senior manicurist of Kim Robinson. Joanne follows a strict ‘service protocol’ of her own and ensures that hygiene is well taken care of and that results are above customers’ and her own expectations. One great example is her tools for her manicures. She does not use nail clippers, instead, she uses these special nail scissors to trim her customers’ nails. She explained that regular clippers may twist or tear our nails. These scissors can prevent that and produce neat and trimmed nails. So I knew I was in good hands and couldn’t wait for my customized hand and feet treatment! The curent state of my hands and feet. * Please ignore my horrible nails.* The products from V3 Miracle and V10 Plus . There are three groups of V3 serums, namely the brightening, hydrating and revitalizing. Like the V10 Plus serums, they are free of paraben and chemical fragrance. For more info on their efficacies and range, visit their website at v3miracle.com . V3 Miracle Serums Recognize the Okinawa Water Mask and the Water Base Peeling from my V10 PLUS review post ? Joanne began the treatment by smearing some Water Base Peeling gel on my skin and giving it a gentle massage to exfoliate and clear the skin of dirt and dead skin cells. And here’s the result! Uh-mazing! My skin was instantly brighter and smoother! The same results achieved for my legs too! :O Now we know the secret of celebrities and tai-tais’ porcelain skin. Sshh…. Next, Joanne pampered my tired hands and feet with a 10-minute massage to prep them for the mask later. After applying the V3 Miracle serums, Joanne employed an interesting rolling technique that she emphasized would aid in the absorption of the serums and eventually brighten my dull skin effectively. My hands and feet were then wrapped in towels and plastic bags and later warmly enveloped by electric heated mittens and booties. Oh… did I mention I also had two good-looking hairstylists dressing up my hair at the same time? Boy, was I happy! After a few minutes, Joanne removed my mittens and continued to relax my hands with gentle massages. My finished look! Tadah! The salon truly resembled paradise with its exclusive VIP parlors, impeccable service and state-of the-art treatments. Results were astonishing too. My skin was noticeably radiant and smooth after Joanne’s hand and feet treatment. And my hair was less frizzy and felt light and soft after the blowdry by Eric. I’m definitely a returning customer! Thanks Joanne, Eric, Kim Robinson Salon and the V10 Plus team for the invitation and warm hospitality! From left to right: Joanne, me and Eric. Hair cut services at Kim Robinson usually range from SGD138 to SGD840 (artist I – Director levels) and an additional top-up of SGD280 required for VIP suites. But! I have great news for you reading this right now! Here are some exclusive Kim Robinson offers for Honeyz Belles only! Promotion 1 SGD58 for cleanse, cut and finish service with artist I stylist, Eric Lim (usual price: SGD138) Promotion 2 SGD190 for Classic Pedicure + Feet treatment + Hand treatment (usual price: SGD298) Promotion is valid till 30 June 2013. Terms and conditions – Valid for first-timers at Kimrobinson only – Valid only for one time usage – Service is only valid with our artist I, Eric Lim for cleanse, cut and finish and Senior Manicurist, Joanne Chin for classic pedicure, feet and hand treatment – Valid everyday except Fridays, Saturdays & Eve of public holidays – Soak off manicure / pedicure gelish is not included under Promotion 2 – Not exchangable for cash, credit or in-kind – Not valid with other promotions, discounts and vouchers – By appointment only, please quote “honeyzcube promotion 2013′ when making appointment – Please present identification card upon arrival – The management of kimrobinson reserves the right to change the terms and conditions without prior notice Kim Robinson is located at 391 Orchard Road #02-12 Ngee Ann City S238872. To book an appointment, contact Kim Robinson Salon at +65 6738 8006 and quote ‘Juliana Honeyz‘ to enjoy the promotion. To be honest, I was very excited when I received the invitation from Kim Robinson because the salon is very well known for its dry cut techniques and for turning disastrous hairdos into gorgeous manes. Don’t believe me? Simply google Kim Robinson reviews. 🙂 For more exclusive content on salon reviews, beauty tips, style books or to receive the full gamut of privileges as Honeyz readers, like my Facebook Page at www.facebook.com/ilovebunny.net Your road to a sparkling lifestyle begins here . Your friend, Juliana Disclaimer: Please be 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. #HairSalon #beautyreview #KimRobinson #beauty #V10Plus #V3MiracleSerums

Every morning, I’ll have to take a nice warm shower to start my day on the right note. So earlier, I was taking my daily energy-boosting shower when this thought came to my head – what if we run out of clean water one day? We will not be able to drink, wash, cook, etc. We’ve never experienced the discomfort of running out of clean water, will we be able to survive? Our water scarcity problem is becoming more prevalent each day. Do you know that 1.1 billion people in developing countries have inadequate access to water, and 2.6 billion lack basic sanitation? So we must never forget that it is a luxury to have clean water in our country and never take the plentiful supply of water for granted. Well, the good news is many organizations in the world are already actively playing a part in creating a sustainable future and Aveda is one such company. They will be organizing a catwalk event later this month to raise funds to support clean water projects all over the world. Click to find out how you can show your appreciation to mother nature and contribute to the cause. 🙂 Aveda, a leader in high-performance botanical beauty products and salon professional education, is holding the event called Catwalk for Water for the first time in Singapore in March, during which the Aveda Light the Way Candles will be launched. This event was created as a movement of Earth Month – April 2013, and the full proceeds of the Light The Way candle ($35) will go to the non-profit organization, Global Greengrants Fund , to fund clean water projects all over the world as well as to underprivileged children in Singapore. These beautiful candles were designed by students of the Association School in Madagascar, and by purchasing one of the Aveda Light The Way Candles, you could be providing those students a better life. The Light the Way Candle is part of Aveda’s broader CatWalks for Water campaign – with a mission to reduce the environmental impact of fashion shows and to create awareness and inspire action concerning the global water crisis. Sale of the event tickets will also go toward the Global Greengrants Fund. Through Aveda’s global consistent fund-raising efforts, 26,000 people have benefited with clean water access. WHEN: Aveda CatWalks for Water will be held on 20th March TIME: 7.00pm to 9.00pm VENUE: One Marina Boulevard NTUC Centre; 1 Marina Boulevard, Level 7 Singapore 018989 The event will be an eye-opener with Aveda’s global artists who will be doing ‘live’ hair presentation of Aveda Spring/Summer 2013 hair color collection and top stylists from prestigious salons such Shunji Matsuo, Kelture, Jeric and Team Salan to perform ‘live’ with local interpretation of the S/S hair colours lookbook. Led by Aveda’s Global Artistic Team, artistic director Richardo Dinis and Ian Michael Black, the eco fashion showcase will highlight nature inspired colour shades and highly fashionable and wearable techniques. Apart from the ‘live’ performance of Aveda S/S hair color collection from Aveda’s team of global artists, four of Singapore’s most talented and influential creative stylists will presents their local interpretation of Aveda’s S/S hair colour lookbook. To prevent hundreds of plastic bottles from entering landfills, only water will be served in the specially designed Aveda Catwalks for Water bottles. Since 1999, Aveda’s global network has raised more than $26 million (USD) to help make clean water accessible to everyone, everywhere. This Aveda Catwalk for Water Spring Summer 2013 event and launch of Light the Way candles is a cause-oriented meaningful combination of fashion, lifestyle and environmental responsibility so let’s support it today by attending the event and purchasing the Aveda Light The Way Candles from Aveda Experience Centres at Tangs Beauty Orchard and Ngee Ann City. Clean water begins with you and me. Your friend, Juliana #Aveda #beauty #charityawareness

Sponsored Review Who doesn’t like a secret? Well, I don’t – especially when it comes to beauty. I want to know what is the secret behind my fave celebs’ youthful dewy skin and what’s this ‘liquid gold’ that everyone’s been buzzing about! Well, I think I just found the answer. Click to unveil the beauty secret… Hollywood celebrities have been buzzing about this ‘Liquid Gold’ and finally their secrets are revealed! Who would think Cate Blanchett is 43? Nicole Kidman is 45 and Halle Berry is 46? Eva Mendez, Taylor Swift and Selma Hayek also vouched for the superior moisturization and hydration of Argan Oil. And guess what? The long wait is over! The magic of Argan Oil is now within reach in Singapore. Moroccan Argan Oil is considered the rarest oil in the world, and thus known as the Liquid Gold. It is still manually extracted from the kernels of the Argan Tree which can only be found in South – western Morocco. It contains high concentrations of the five essential Fatty Acids, Polyphenoles, Antioxidants, and Carotenoids making it a very effective skin serum. Why is it so famous in Hollywood? Because it works! Argan Oil is ultra-hydrating, antioxidant-packed, and vitamin-rich. Unlike other serums, Moroccan Argan Oil is non-greasy and perfect for all skin types. It is quickly absorbed and regulates the release of sebum for oily skin, hydrates dry skin, and calms sensitive skin. Made in Australia, with original source of Argan Oil from Morocco specially blended with Rose Oil and Vitamin E oil to deliver maximum effect to skin. How to use: Massage 3-4 drops into the skin as required. Ingredients: Certified Organic Argania Spinosa Kernel (Argan) Oil, Tocopherol (Vitamin E), Rose Essential Oil Here’s what I think… When I’m out and about, my skin tends to become dry and flaky or sometimes oily and shiny depending on the climate. I thought the argan oil helped strike a good balance because my skin is now less irritable or tight when I’m out. The argan oil hydrated my confused skin well and made it more resilient to the environment. One drop is sufficient for a dewy and radiant finish. Because anything more, you might regret it. Well, something horrible happened to me after I applied more than required. Here’s the story. I was so impressed with the results of the argan oil that I got greedy and decided to feed my skin with four BIG drops of argan oil. The result? Pimple mania! I was very lucky that those were not big welting zits but small pimple bumps on the surface of my skin. They went away after a week. Phew! Besides my face, I’ve also been applying the product to my elbows, knees and soles of my feet. These areas are dry, overexposed and the most susceptible to skin damage. So these days, I treat them with tender loving care by moisturizing them with my Moroccan Argan Oil Skin Serum. On top of these great benefits, the argan oil can also be used to condition the hair, reduce stretch marks and nourish the cuticles. I’ve taken photo to show you the texture of the product – light and slightly greasy. The greasiness vanishes after some gentle massages. The oil also exudes a natural sweet nutty-herbacous fragrance that is calming when inhaled. I’m so in love with this product and I’m certain that I’ll use it for a very loooong time. Can’t wait to have porcelain skin like Nicole Kidman! :DDD 4 Honeyz crowns! The Seven Wonders Moroccan Argan Oil Skin Serum (20ml) retails at all Watsons stores at SGD19.90. Wanna enjoy the naural goodness of the Moroccan Argan Oil Skin Serum too? I’ve got great news for you! Well, I’m giving away one bottle of Seven Wonders Moroccan Argan Oil Skin Serum to one lucky Honeyz Belle! And that’s not all! I’m also giving FOUR Limited Edition Special Trial Pack to four other Honeyz Belles! That means five winners will be chosen this time! Yay! Here’s how you can enter the contest, Like Honeyz Facebook Page and Seven Wonders Facebook Page . Then share this photo on your Facebook wall. After sharing, comment ‘Shared‘ on this photo on Honeyz’ Facebook Wall. It’s that easy! The contest will end on 11 March 2013, Monday at 10pm. This is an international giveaway so readers outside of Singapore can take part too! Good luck! ❤ Have you tried the Seven Wonders Moroccan Argan Oil Skin Serum too? Let me know by sharing your review at Honeyz Cube ! Have fun! Your friend, Juliana Disclaimer: Please be rest assured that even though the products were sponsored, 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. #beautyreview #SevenWonders #contest #beauty #FacebookGiveaway