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What happens when the last petal falls? 🥀 Well, the spell will be broken and one lucky belle or beau will walk away with a Danielle Nicole ‘Beautiful as a Rose’ crossbody bag! Scroll down to find out how you can enter our Beauty and the Beast contest. Your fairytale dreams are just one click away! In other news… Can you believe this was taken in my studio at Honeyz Paint House and THAT is a real rose. We’ve come so far since we first opened our doors in late 2015. Since then, we have hosted more than 100 shoots and events! Thank you so much for believing in us. And of course, my dear old pal and photography wizard, Yong Thye continues to outdo himself by transporting us to a different fantasyland each time we step into the studio. In light of the worldwide release of Disney’s live-action Beauty and the Beast movie and our second wedding anniversary, we decided to tackle this enchanted rose love story again, this time within the magical walls of Honeyz Paint House! We even made some motion posters this time! Told ya Yong Thye is a photography powerhouse! Read on to join us on an adventure in the great wide somewhere. Be our guest! There may be something there that wasn’t there before. Thank you for watching! Behind the scenes! Here’s a sneak peek at how we recreated the Disney magic in our studio. 😛 The inspiration behind our photos Special thanks to: Flowers by  Liz Florals Check out Liz Florals for their enchanting collection of bouquets and floral services. Trust me, their flowers can make anyone’s day. Yellow gown by  Dream Wedding Boutique Lash extensions by Lolita Group  Quote ‘Honeyz & Lolita’ to enjoy 50% off any Novalash extension services at Lolita Group. For first time customers only. Nails by Nail Indulgence De Beau Quote JULIANA for 10% off all services at Nail Indulgence De Beau! Psst! Birthday peeps get an even bigger treat with an extra 5% off! Hair by Shunji Matsuo Quote ‘Honeyz’ to receive 10% off any chemical service by Shunji Matsuo (Ngee Ann) senior stylist, William. And possibly also inherit some of his hairstyling wisdom. Haha! Makeup by Joanne Liaw Here comes the giveaway! Click on the image below to take part! Bonne chance, my darlings! Finally, let’s get to the most important part of this post… Have you watched the movie? My Disney-loving heart has been dancing and prancing all year and fellow Disney troopers will definitely know why. The biggest Disney movie of the decade finally opens this Spring and we made the most of it by watching it three times in 3D, IMAX and GV Gold Class! Haha! Tried the grey stuff, it’s indeed delicious! Thanks Lumiere! 🕯 I’m absolutely floored by the set up, costumes and the makeup. Everything in the movie was perfectly executed. No detail was spared. It deserves the effusive praise it’s received from critics and fans all over the world. Kudos to you Disney! Thank you for bringing our cherished Disney stories and characters to life! Waiting in my enchanted realm for more amazing live action movies from the Magic Kingdom! Which Disney live action film are you looking forward to? Your friend, Juliana #BeautyandtheBeast #ToastandCheers #Wedding

Life at the office can take both a physical and emotional toll on your health. For one, a desk job likely sees you sitting in a chair for hours upon hours on end—while also staring at a computer screen for the entire day. As you can imagine, this isn’t very healthy for your body. But office life can also affect your happiness . There’s a certain monotony to the daily routine of a desk job. There can also be lots of stress, which also wears down your body a little bit at a time. Thankfully, there are a few great items on the market that can make your office gig drastically better! Some of these gadgets are useful office devices that aim to improve your physical health, while others are gadgets that are simply meant to keep you sane Here are 6 great office gadgets you can use at your desk job: 1. A Good Chair On first thought, this might sound silly because it’s so obvious. But if you’re working long hours at a desk, a good office chair is an absolute necessity. Not having a quality office chair can lead to back and neck pain—and can also make your butt sore! You could easily spend hundreds of dollars on an office chair that has great ergonomic support. For a better-valued chair, try this black mesh task chair by Flash Furniture. It has a super-comfy mesh cushion and a flexible back that’s designed to keep you sitting in a healthy posture. 2. Posture Trainer You can still suffer from an unhealthy posture even if you have an ergonomic chair. When you’re sitting at a desk for long hours, it’s all-too-easy to start slouching. Think about getting either a posture trainer or a posture brace. You have a couple different options to choose from. The GO Posture Trainer from Upright is a small device that you can attach to your upper back via harmless adhesives. Whenever you slouch, the device will give a slight vibration to remind you to correct your posture. There are also a number of good posture braces that you get. A posture brace straps around your upper back and keeps it firm. It’s very light and can be worn underneath clothing! 3. Standing Desk The standing desk is one of the hottest new office trends. A standing desk allows you to work while you’re standing up. Simple, right? Whenever you’re starting to get aches and pains from sitting too long, you can simply pull the desk into its standing position and work on your feet. It’s perfect for both a professional office and a home office . Consider getting a convertible standing desk ; it might take a nice chunk out of your wallet, but you’ll be able to quickly and seamlessly switch from sitting to standing mode. You can also fit a convertible model on any existing desk in your office. 4. Blue Light-Blocking Glasses Desk jobs can damage your eyesight. Electronic devices—like your computer screen and cell phone screen—emit a blue light that can strain your eyes, especially after you’ve been staring at the screen for a long time. Blue light-blocking glasses are glasses that block this type of harmful light and reduce the amount of stress on your eyes. If your computer screen frequently causes eye strain or headaches, then consider getting yourself a pair of these glasses. 5. Desk Decor Work is always more enjoyable when you’ve got a personalized workspace! Decorate your desk and it’s bound to feel a little bit more like home, which should make you more comfortable, happy, and productive in the long run. The possibilities are endless: quirky gadgets, pretty desk organizers, nerdy trinkets, or perhaps a small plant! ThinkGeek offers a fun selection of desk decor that is sure to personalize and enliven your desktop. 6. Stress Balls and Dammit Dolls Sometimes, no amount of desk decor or ergonomic office furniture can keep the stress at bay. Have a good ol’ fashioned stress ball on hand to squeeze away your worries and frustrations so they won’t tighten your body with manic energy. A stress ball is a classic stress-relieving tool that is still a simple and effective way to maintain control over your negative emotions while you’re at work. But what if you get REALLY angry? The last thing you’d want to do is yell, throw a fit, or be mean to your co-workers. And you definitely wouldn’t want to throw something at the wall… unless it was soft and harmless. If you have a high-stress desk job, consider getting a Dammit Doll. A Dammit Doll is a hilarious new item that’ll help you exert your aggression in a safe, healthy, and humorous way. It’s a plush little figure whose main goal in life is to be hurled at the wall whenever you’re in the mood to throw something. It’s soft, so it won’t cause a loud noise or damage the wall in any way. You can find a variety of different figures on the website! If you’re going to spruce up your office workspace with new gadgets, make sure you get things that will boost your physical health and happiness! It’s important to have ergonomic office furniture and tools, but it’s just as important to make your desk feel homey so that, hopefully, work won’t feel so much like work . #GuestPost

You take a long, luxurious shower. You get out, and you painstakingly style your hair. Giving yourself one last look in the mirror, you flip your blown-out locks over your shoulder. Your hair is smooth, bouncy and shiny. Then, you grab your purse and step outside. By the time you glance at your reflection again, your hair has been transformed into an untamable, frizzy mess. Pfft! What Is Frizz? Unless you have been magically gifted with sleek hair that’s unresponsive to humidity, you have probably experienced frizz caused by a steamy, tropical atmosphere. Women with curly hair understand this all too well. However, people with straight hair can get frizz too. Hydrogen is partly responsible for bonding the proteins in the hair shaft together. Every time your hair gets wet and dries, the weak bond is broken and reestablished. Humid air has more hydrogen molecules, which makes your porous hair strands absorb more moisture – creating more hydrogen bonds. This causes the molecules in your hair to fold, creating waves, curls and frizz. As the moisture enters the hair shaft, each strand swells, pushing on the outer layer. Called the cuticle, this layer looks like a series of scales. When the hair shaft is swollen, the scales stick out, creating a rough, frizzy appearance. What Can You Do To Fight Frizz? You can’t change the weather. However, you can take steps to make your hair healthier so that it is more resistant to moisture and humidity. Be gentle with your hair. If you rough it up with a towel, you’ll raise the cuticle. Your hair will absorb more moisture and look frizzier when it dries. When you use a hair dryer, aim the air down the hair shaft to help the cuticle lie flat. If you shoot air upward, you’ll leave the cuticle more open, which will allow more humidity to enter. Use natural oils to seal the hair shaft. Your scalp creates oils to help keep your hair healthy. However, many hair products and processes strip those oils from the hair shaft. This leaves your hair more susceptible to humidity and damage. You can apply a natural oil to your hair while it’s still damp. Use The Right Product Using products that help your hair retain its natural oils can also help tame frizz in humid environments. Introducing  WEN Cleansing Conditioner, a one-step product that you can use in the shower to keep your hair shiny and manageable. It doesn’t contain sulfates. Therefore, it won’t strip your hair of its natural oils. The ingredients in the WEN Cleansing Conditioner are inherently moisturizing. They’ll help seal your cuticle without the need to use additional products. If you live in a tropical environment or are heading to one for vacation, WEN by Chaz is the your tropical haircare savior. It works as a shampoo, conditioner, deep conditioner, detangler and moisturizer. You don’t have to lug several hair products with you if you’re traveling. If you live in a humid environment, you don’t have to fill up your bathroom with bulky bottles. This one product will help create healthy hair that naturally fights frizz. Do you have any other tips and tricks on how we can fight frizzy hair in our tropical climate? Share with me by commenting below! Your friend, Juliana #GuestPost #SponsoredPost #WENbyChaz

Guest Post by Holly Tomlinson Is there anything better than a summertime party? From backyard BBQs to the 4th of July, there’s really nothing like summertime fun. As the weather warms and the daylight stretches long into the evening, the abundance of celebrations goes up—way up. And, of course, no party is complete without the perfect outfit. Read on for the best picks of summertime fashion staples . Backyard BBQ I adore getting together with friends for a casual backyard BBQ in summertime. They’re the perfect, simple summertime gathering. Throw some chicken and veggies on the grill, mix up some sangria, and invite a handful of friends! The backyard is a super casual environment, which keeps it super easy. When it comes to fashion, just because it’s casual doesn’t mean I don’t keep it cute! I absolutely love a strappy summertime dress. Tobi has tons to choose from . Light, breezy, and easy! Dress it down with a flat sandal and a loose ponytail. Summer Wedding Is there anything like a summer wedding? Celebrating love on a warm summer evening is one of my favorites. My latest obsession for summer weddings is a jumpsuit. I don’t think there’s anything easier. You don’t need to worry about controlling your dress against a wayward summertime breeze, just throw it on and go! Pair one with strappy heels and a high ponytail and you’ll be looking sleek! Pool Party You know I keep it fly, even when I’m poolside. Just because you’ve stripped down to your suit doesn’t mean it can’t be cute! This summer, super skimpy bikinis are out and cut-out one pieces are in. They’re the perfect combo of sexy and tasteful. Throw on a big sunhat and a cute pair of shades and you’ve got a look! Music Festival Festivals are all the rage right now, and I’m definitely not sitting this one out! What you wear to a festival is probably one of the most important choices you’ll make (after which festival you’ll attend). My number one priority when I go to music festivals is comfort, but just because it’s comfy doesn’t mean it can’t be cute! Festival fashion runs the gamut, but for me there’s one constant: always wear a sneaker! While sandals and boots are super cute, they just aren’t festival-friendly, and the last thing you want is to be held back by your sore feet! Urban Outfitters has a killer selection of cute, comfy kicks . 4th of July For a true summertime classic, nothing beats that famous combo: red, white, and blue. This summer, stay away from short shorts and cheesy logo tanks. Instead, thrift a pair of classic Levis (is there anything more American?) and pair them with a sweet white baby doll tee. For the finishing touch, rock a bright red Newsboy cap. Super cute and keeps the sun out! Red, white, and blue… but still unique! Pride Pride is one of my favorite days of the year. A day to get out in the streets and celebrate love and equality! One of my favorite things about Pride is that there’s really only one rule… have fun! My outfit is no exception. I go all out with Pride clothing —the more colorful, the better. Don’t forget TONS of glitter. I told you… I go all out! Labor Day The bittersweet end of summer. I always make sure to go out with a bang. In classic fashion, I love white for Labor Day. Though I definitely don’t prescribe to the “No white shoes after Labor Day” rule, it’s fun to bid adieu to summer in the ultimate summer outfit. Tonal looks are super in right now, so this summer I’m opting for an all-white look. Rock a white eyelet top with a pair of high-waisted white denim and a white sneaker. It’s the perfect combination of sporty and sweet! Isn’t summer the best? No matter what you rock to your summer celebrations, the most important thing is to have fun! Good luck! Love, Holly Tomlinson Holly is a Los Angeles-based health and wellness writer looking to help readers make positive changes both physically and mentally. Her insightful content about healthy living, delicious recipes, and mental acuity is made for every type of reader. Years of experience as a wellness guru and numerous dietitian courses have given Holly valuable insights and strategies that she can use to help boost the accuracy and relevance of your health-related blog. #GuestPost

Who else is still not done with April Fools’? I know I ain’t! 😈 That’s why I’m still duping loved ones with my “tricking treats” from Sophisca, Taiwan’s first specialty candy brand that has won effusive praise for creating sui generis confectionery that is both quirky and delightfully tongue-in-cheek! Pictured above are some “sushi” from my Brown Rice “sushi bento” (玄米壽司便當). Psst! They are actually delicious chocolate brown rice crispy treats! Told ya they are peculiar. Wait, there’s more! Read on to check out more April Fools’ inspired treats, their freshly minted store at Marina Square as well as an exclusive promo code just for you! Sophisca at Marina Square Let’s take a virtual tour with me around their new Marina Square store! This is not an ordinary bouquet I tell you! It’s entirely edible! Haha! I’m pretty sure your foodie girlfriend would appreciate this so much more than a traditional bouquet. Oh hi! Also meet the beautiful Jody , who was totally occupied with decorating her Sophisca cookies. Seriously, these are too pretty for consumption! Ooh.. I’m totally ‘head over heels ‘ with this one! This is totally genius! Chocolate high heels! Who would have thought? This would make perfect treats for any Haute Couture or Cinderella themed party! Haha! Sophisca feels like your candy fairy godmother has transformed all your favourite daily objects into mouth-watering treats. Check out these mahjong tile sweets! In terms of cute factor, this mini ‘Local Produce’ packaging reigns supreme. The best thing about Sophisca is their use of saccharine (an artificial sweetener) instead of regular sugar in a lot of their products so you don’t have to worry about falling off the diet wagon. Everything in the store amazed me as you can tell from the photo below. 😛 I was literally like a kid in a candy store! Haha! Now please allow me to introduce to you the lauded April Fools’ Tricking Treats by Sophisca! Brown Rice Sushi Bento OMG! I wanna eat everything in this store. 😛 It looks totally like a regular sushi bento on the outside! And when you open the package, it unveils 25 dainty chocolate brown rice crispy treats that are made with 100% natural brown rice, smothered with Belgian imported white chocolate! Talk about commitment to taste and quality! The attention to quality doesn’t end here. Each ‘nigiri sushi’ is also individually wrapped  to maintain its freshness. Choco Colouring Pens Remember the colouring pens Jody used earlier on her cookies? Well, we also got to bring home these chocolate flavoured colouring pens, perfect for embellishing our chocolates, cakes, breads, toasts, etc. In case you’re wondering, here are the flavours for each colour: White: White chocolate | Yellow: Lemon chocolate | Green: Honeydew flavour | Pink: Strawberry flavour | Blue: Blueberry flavour | Brown: Milk chocolate On top of these tricking treats, Sophisca also generously packed a candy goodie bag for each guest. Yay! This is now sitting in Honeyz Paint House ‘s pantry for my sweet-toothed co-workers. 😛 Share and Win! Win $20 worth of Sophisca Vouchers! All you have to do is to snap a photo and Instagram your favourite Sophisca sweets at any of the Sophisca stores. Then follow @SophiscaSG on Instagram, tell them why you love that particular candy and hashtag #iLoveSophisca. One winner will be picked by the team at Sophisca randomly every week. Exclusive Promo Code For You Belles! From now till 20 May 2016, quote ‘ Juliana ‘ at any Sophisca stores during payment and enjoy a 10% discount on your Sophisca goodies! Sophisca is located at Marina Square Mall #02-32 and Changi Airport Terminal 3, Public Area #B2-42 (opening in May 2016). For more Sophisca news and promos, follow them on FB ( @Sophisca.Singapore ) and IG ( @SophiscaSG ). Have fun tricking and treating this April Fool’s month! Your friend, Juliana #SophiscaSingapore #SponsoredPost

Sponsored Review Once again, The Sample Store sent me an amazing product that seized my heart – Lipice’s Mentholatum Mogitate Kajitsu Lip Balm Mentholatum’s lip balms are touted as Japan’s best selling lip balms. (They are most famous for their Lipice series.) And this time, they’re back with another fabulous lip balm range – Mogitate Kajitsu Series. Mogitate Kajitsu is made with Fresh Fruit Juice which contains essential minerals and vitamins that are beneficial to the lips and body. It also contains Honey, which heals and renew the lips. With Mentholatim Mogitate Kajitsu lip balm, you can get Real, Natural Fruity Goodness to nourish your lips and make it soft, supple and so kissable! It also contains other moisturizing booster such as Squalane, Grape seed oil, Vitamins A and E. Squalane is easily absorbed, and is similar to the natural oil on our skin. It is an extract from plants and is a highly prized Japan supplement. Squalane helps to reduce wrinkles caused by aging and sun damage. Grape seed oil helps to repair skin. Vitamins A and E are antioxidants that retard lip aging, and gives lips a healthy shine. This range carries five yummy flavors namely, Berry & Grape, Mango & Orange, Lime & Lemon, White Peach and Strawberry And lucky me, I received the Berry and Grape flavor from The Sample Store. Review The first thing that greeted me when I opened its packaging was its strong grape aroma. Mmmm… And after I removed the cap? You’ve guessed it. An overwhelming smell of berries and grapes fills my world instantly. 😀 And in just one swipe, my lips felt immediately moisturized and soft. Then I felt this tingly feeling in my lips and that lasted for 20 minutes at least. To top it off, I like that its not the usual sticky sort. Here’s a picture of the lips after application. My lips have always been more on the dry side and I thought they are slightly wrinkled too. So I’ve always been a huge fan of lip balms. I apply them before applying lip gloss, going to bed and after brushing my teeth. Hence, a lip balm that has an affordable price, UV protection qualities, yummy scent, cooling effect and moisturizing properties like this definitely deserves a whopping five honeyz crowns! Do you want your very own Mojitate Kajitsu lip treatment too? Well you can now get the Mentholatum’s Mojitate Kajitsu series at all Watsons stores. Each lip balm retails at SGD 5.90. Ok. I know I’ve said this ten bagazillion times but the sole intention of this blog is to ensure that readers/consumers make informed choices on their purchases. I believe there is no one-size-fits-all product, especially if it’s related to health and beauty. ALWAYS justify your decision to purchase the product and you’re well on your way to becoming a smart and informed consumer. So besides reading reviews on the products, consumers should also try them out themselves. And the best way to do it? Try the free samples!! Redeem your FREE Mentholatum lip balm sample HERE . Say hello to soft and graceful lips! P.S. Like Honeyz Facebook Page to receive first hand news on the latest free samples, blog posts and the gamut of privileges that you can enjoy as Honeyz Readers! 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 genuine and honest. #Mentholatum #lips #beautyreview #MentholatumMogitateKajitsuLipBalmSeries #beauty #Lipice

Sponsored Review Indulge in the pure goodness of nature with Mentholatum’s latest product – Organic Lipbalm. Trust me, even organic cynics are gonna say YAY! I’ve hitherto always used beauty products from mainstream brands. I believe it’s the same for you ladies. BUT! Have you ever read the labels? Do you realize these products may contain toxic chemicals that may be carcinogenic? Many products (even those from top name brands) contain harmful chemicals such as thimerosal (mercury), parabens, petrochemicals, phthalates, synthetic colors, synthetic perfumes, diaszolidinyl urea, imidazolidinyl urea, diethanolamine (DEA), and triethanolamine (TEA) which may potentially be absorbed by the body through our skin. Research has shown that these chemicals may be linked to cancer, allergies, dermatological issues, organ failure, birth defects and many more health problems. This has made me rethink my beauty choices and consider going organic. And I’m going to start with lip products (i.e. lip balm, lipstick, lip gloss, etc.) Why? Because most mainstream lip products contain toxins and since our lips are more porous than the skin on our bodies, we put ourselves in grave danger when we apply them on our lips. To top it off, we often unintentionally ingest these toxic lip products. *Takes deep breath* So now you know, organic and natural products are the way to go! I was delirious with joy when Mentholatum (the brandnomer for lip balms) sent me their latest Organic Lip Balm as I was about to turn into an organic cynic. Another vanilla product from Mentholatum’s lip balm series? Nope, this time they are serious about kicking it up a notch with their Organic Lipbalm range that is made from natural ingredients sourced from internationally renowned organic farms. The key ingredients are, African Organic Shea Butter (Soothes and heals dry lips) Spanish Organic Oil (Fights aging and prevents chapped lips) Argentinean Organic Jojoba Oil (Provides long-lasting hydration) Columbian Organic Coconut Oil (Softens skin for silky smooth lips) According to Mentholatum, this new organic range has received the highest eco-cert accreditation, in that, it is: free from artificial chemicals, colorants and preservatives, healthy, safe and gentle enough for sensitive lips and recyclable and biodegradable. Whee! I don’t have to wreak havoc in my kitchen by making my own natural lip balm now. Chucking organic talk aside, can these organic lip balms still measure up to their non-organic counterparts? Here’s what I think… The organic lip balm provided quick relief from my dry and chapped lips. My lips felt hydrated immediately after application. The lip balm also left a healthy sheen on my lips making them look luscious, silky and velvety smooth. I was rather amazed that the lip balm stayed on even after 30 minutes! My lips looked like they were shining with gloss and they felt pretty moisturized. Most lip balms will dry out shortly after application and require me to reapply constantly. I heard this could also be an allergic reaction to the balm. *jeers* The texture of the product also felt soft and incredibly smooth on lips, especially the Raspberry and Strawberry flavor. It goes on soft and smooth and exudes a sweet smelling aroma that lasts for several minutes. Compared to Raspberry and Strawberry, the Lavender and Orange flavor lip balm has a rougher texture. But that does not bother me as it oozes a subtle lavender scent that is very relaxing and soothing when inhaled. Lavender is always well known for its calming and healing attributes so this flavor really wins me over. To be honest, I did get a surge of scepticism when I first learned of the Organic lip balm. I was not confident that this organic baby can produce the same results as ordinary lip balm. Well, it did and even exceeded my expectations and stood up to all the regular lip balms. I also wore the lip balm under my lip stick and the color stayed on longer than usual and feathering was reduced. The only downer is that the lip balms do not contain SPF. Well, if that bothers you, try dabbing some lip gloss with SPF on top of the lip balm. In all, the Mentholatum Organic Lip Balm is great for our health, planet and our pockets. It retails at Watsons, Guardian, Supermarkets and Departmental stores at SGD7.90 each. 5 Honeyz crowns! The Mentholatum Organic Lip Balm is available in combined flavors – ‘Raspberry and Strawberry’ and ‘Lavender and Orange’. You too can get a lip balm treat from Mentholatum by redeeming a trial size Lipice fruit lip balm from the Lipice Facebook Page ! P.S. Honeyz is celebrating her first birthday in two weeks and we’ll like to give Honeyz Belles Sephora vouchers! Like Honeyz Facebook Page , share our birthday post , and comment ‘Shared Honeyz’ on the link of this post on Honeyz Facebook Page to stand a chance to win the vouchers! 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 genuine and honest. #Mentholatum #lips #beautyreview #beauty #Lipice #beautytips #lipbalm

Sponsored Review After organic lipbalm , Mentholatum is back with another beauty breakthrough – Acnes Daily Facial Scrub! Start scrubbing your way to smooth and zit-free skin! Whenever I think about pimples and exfoliation, I think of oil and water. They don’t get along, period. Why? Because the seeds in scrubs usually irritates acne-prone skin and aggravates the acne condition. More harm than good I say. But!!! Without exfoliation, our faces will be covered in layers of dead skin cells as cells move from the base of the skin to the surface every 30 days where they ‘rest in peace’ eventually. If you don’t slough them off, it’ll be difficult for beauty products to work well on you. This is because the products will have to work their way through the layers of dead skin cells to get to the top layer of your skin. In the long term, your skin will become dull and clogged by sebum. So to ensure that your beauty lotions don’t work too hard, you’ll have to exfoliate to get rid of dead skin cells! Now that we know that regular exfoliation reveals smooth and glowing skin, how do we do it then? Especially when skin is oily and acne-prone too? Well, your best bet is to use a less abrasive facial scrub like Mentholatum’s Acnes Facial Scrub! What I think about the product… First, here’s a brief of my complexion. I have very oily skin – it is pretty much like an oil rig. Most of the time, I look like I dunked my face in a bucket of oil. So facial creams and oil blotting papers are my best-est friends. To add to the problem, most facial creams for oily skin are too harsh for my skin, in that they usually strip my skin of it’s natural oils and leave a dry and uncomfortable feeling on my skin after washing. As such, I’m always on the search for facial cleansers that leave a refreshed and clean feeling. And this facial wash delivered just that. After washing, my skin felt clean and soft with a nice lingering menthol smell on my face. Even though my skin felt slightly tight, it was not uncomfortable. After applying a thin coat of moisturizer, the tight feeling went away immediately. That is usually not the case with other facial scrubs where tightness on the face goes away only when the oil glands produce natural oils. Most scrubs also leave red blotches on my face as my skin is incredibly sensitive and turns red very easily. Furthermore, I’m not a fan of beauty products with Salicylic Acid as they leave an uncomfortable stinging sensation on my face. However, the facial scrub worked pretty well on me despite having the ‘killer’, Salicylic Acid in its contents. No redness after wash. The effects of the acid were probably overridden by the calming properties of the aloe vera and cucumber in the face cream. The texture of the scrub felt grainy but did not feel rough on my skin. As I rubbed the sandy scrub all over my face, it felt almost like a face massage – soothing and relaxing. For SGD7.50, you get a hefty 100g tube of Acnes Facial scrub. Quite a bargain. All in all, it wins for its affordable price, cooling effect, fine anti-acne beads and non-drying properties. I award it 4.5 Honeyz crowns! 0.5 crowns for the slight tight feeling after wash. Besides the facial scrub, the Mentholatum Acnes Medicated Skincare range also comes with a mild facial wash – Acnes Creamy Wash, that is great for daily use and for preventing pimples. Acnes Creamy Wash • Antibacterial: Contains isopropyl Methyphenol(o-Cymen-5-ol) which penetrates deep into pores to fight against bacteria that cause pimples. • Soothing: Helps sooth redness and skin irritation caused by acne. • Deep Cleansing: Unclogs pores and reduce blemishes by deep cleansing to remove dirt, oil, impurities and excess sebum. • Moisture Retention: Contains Vitamin C with moisture retention benefits, leaving skin soft and moisturized after wash. • Anti-oxidation: Contains Vitamin E, an effective anti-oxidant, to maintain the elasticity of the skin. Want to try the Mentholatum Acnes Medicated Skincare range too? That’s easy! Simply like Acnes (SG) FB to redeem your very own Acnes 3-step kit sample! The Mentholatum Acnes Medicated Skincare range is available at all Watsons, Guardian, pharmacies and supermarkets. Now that you have fresh-looking skin, attend a summer party to show it off! 😀 I would like to invite Honeyz Belles to my ‘Vacation in a Spa’ party! More information may be found here . If you would like to attend the party, please send me an email at honeyz@ilovebunny.net and tell me in less than 10 words why you would like to come to the Mary Chia Spa Party. Yup! It’s that simple. Three Honeyz Belles with the most creative answers will be ‘handsomely rewarded’ with exclusive passes to the Mary Chia party!* *Note: This is a Ladies-Only party. Sorry guys! Please send your answers in by today and tomorrow and I’ll select the three best entries on Saturday, 16 June 2012. Chosen Honeyz Belles will be notified via email. Oh my, I can’t wait to meet you soon! Lastly, please vote for me! 😀 Your votes constitute 30% of the final score and that’s extremely significant. If you like what I’ve been writing here so far, please show your love by voting for me. 😛 Here’s how you can cast your vote. Register an account here , then activate your omy.sg account by verifying your email in the confirmation email sent by omy.sg. Psst! If you’re wondering why you are required to fill in your personal details, it is because voters also stand a chance to win attractive prizes ! The personal details that you have submitted is for verification purposes in the event that you win something. Please click on my ‘Vote for Me’ icon after you have registered an account. Voters are allowed to vote once a day, so please show me some love everyday by voting for me! 😀 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 genuine and honest. #Acnes #beauty #beautyreview #Mentholatum

Sponsored Review Infused with nourishing vitamins and nutritional supplements, Mentholatum’s latest Medicated Lip Gels are all set to rock the beauty world! Say goodbye to lip creases! If you asked me to choose between lip balm or lip gel, I’ll affirmatively say lip gel – for its plumping effect and extra shine. So imagine my excitement when beauty care behemoth, Mentholatum announced the release of their new Medicated Lip Gel Series which are specially formulated to reduce the appearance of fine lines on lips. They achieve this with a unique gel formulation that penetrates the crevices of the lips. These new lip gels are also injected with vitamins and supplements to provide a longer lasting moisturizing effect. Psst! This new range has been voted one of the best lip salves in the market by Fashion Guide ! Here’s what I think… Before I begin, check out the glassy shine created by the lip gel! Besides hiding unsightly perioral wrinkles with its shiny gloss, the lip gel also nourishes them at the same time. I’m all for dual functionalities and the high-shine glossy lips look so a huge thumbs up for this brand new gel series. Do you use lipsticks? I do and they often dry out my lips making them look somewhat flaky and chapped. So I’ll always dab a layer of lip balm before applying lipstick on my lips. This protects my lips from the harmful chemicals of the lipstick and also gives them a radiant shine. I applied the Medicated Hyaluronic Lip Gel before I wore my lip stick and I thought the lipstick glided on more smoothly and evenly. Beauty Tip! To enhance the lip color and give it an extra glow, finish off the luscious look with another layer of lip gel. The lipstick I used in the demonstration is Yves Saint Laurent’s ROUGE VOLUPTÉ – Silky Sensual Radiant Lipstick SPF 15 in #30 Faubourg Peach. All three lip gels are colorless and lightweight and functions like translucent lip gloss. The difference lies in their ingredients and scent. Medicated Vitamin Lip Gel gives off a refreshing minty smell while the Medicated Hyaluronic Lip Gel has a lemony scent. If you prefer odorless and tasteless lip gels, then the Medicated Q10 and Ceramide Lip Gel is your ideal choice. Overall, great lip gels that can be worn alone, under or over lipstick. They also stay on for hours for maximum moisturization. 4 Honeyz crowns! Fweebies from Mentholatum! Like LipIce’s Facebook Page to enjoy a sample tube of LipIce Sheer Color that gives you your unique shade of pink! Click here for more information! Stop the onset of lip wrinkles! Lip wrinkles tend to make a person look older than their actual age. Even though it is not a fallacy to think that these lip gels are great treatments to reduce the visibility of those nasty lines, it is always better to prevent than cure. Here are some precautionary measures: Try not to drink directly from a bottle as you tend to pucker your mouth and lips and this causes wrinkles in the long term. Avoid threading and upper lip waxing as this pulls the skin loose. Drink lots of water to keep yourself hydrated. Stop smoking – to avoid puckered lips and other side effects on skin. Exfoliate lips regularly. That’s all for this edition of Honeyz Beauty Review. Let me know if you have other tips to add to this list! Happy Sunday! 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 genuine and honest. #lipgel #Mentholatum #beautyreview #beauty #SponsoredReview #Lipice #YvesSaintLaurent #lipbalm

“All our dreams can come true, if we have the courage to pursue them.” Walt Disney I first explored the idea of a mobile medical service with B many years ago when granny had to go to the A&E in the middle of the night because she wasn’t feeling very well. Since granny has a weak immune system, we were worried about how she might be affected by the potentially long waiting time and exposure to other bugs and viruses in the hospital. The entire family rushed to the scene and the tension was definitely brewing in the air as the night went on, especially as they only allowed two family members to accompany her at a time, the rest were outside waiting nervously for any news or updates. It turned out to be nothing. (Thank God!) This sparked the convo about the convenience of doctors visiting patients’ homes. B said while working in our polyclinics, he’s always been surprised that very elderly and frail patients need to make their way down to the clinic for their regular checkups or for minor health issues when they could easily be treated at home via a house call doctor like they are in the UK. We talked about how helpful it would be if doctors could do the same here, the doctor could treat you at home and at the same time also check what medicines patients have at home so they don’t have to buy more if they don’t need to. And most importantly, the doctor could help inform the family members on the spot about the diagnosis or via video calls and text messages if the family are not able to be there. Fast forward to today, after years of planning and preparation we are finally able to launch RESCU.sg , a 24-hour doctor house call medical service which allows experienced doctors to see you in the comfort of your own home, dispense medicines and even issue MCs to you without you ever having to step a foot outside. Our New Website Is Up! Our website went live last week! As you can tell, our website looks quite different to conventional medical websites (my fault – guilty as charged! Hehe!). I really wanted to make this a fresh, warm and welcoming site that you’ll remember. Medical care can be frightening, cold and clinical but it doesn’t have to be that way. We wanted to make medicine approachable and accessible, to deliver healthcare in a simple and straightforward way that people can really understand. I really hope with RESCU, we can remove some of the stress and worry you might face when you, your child and loved ones fall sick. I worked with B to curate the house call service we think our loved ones would want. So no ‘For Doctors By Doctors’ slogan, but instead, it’s a service ‘ For Patients By Patients ‘. I’m not a doctor but I’ve definitely been a patient many times and a worried family member of a patient. Working with B, I hope I’ve been able to create something which can really make things easier for everyone. When I’m sick, the last thing I want to do is spend my entire day in a clinic, waiting for my turn to see the doctor. Eek! So if you’re like me and you just want to curl up in bed when you’re feeling under the weather, rest at home and enjoy your chicken soup while secretly wishing the doctor could come to you for a change, well now with RESCU house call services, you probably can! An arm and a leg? Well, we agree that most house call services cost a bomb and most of them are only for the really serious stuff but we hope to change that with RESCU. After doing the math again and again, we decided to focus on all the usual suspects like your common cough and cold, headache, stomach flu, sore eyes, cramps et al. And by doing so, we’re able to provide this service at a fraction of the usual price. And for complete peace of mind and transparency, we’ve decided to go one step further and put all our consultation rates and medicine prices on the website right on our home page . So there are literally no hidden costs or nasty surprises! While you’re resting at home waiting for your doctor to come, you might actually be protecting your community by minimising the spread of germs and viruses to others, so it’s win-win! It wasn’t the most smooth-sailing ride but we’re glad we’re finally able to roll it out! We hope RESCU gives you another option the next time you fall sick. Hopefully you don’t ever need to call us, but if you do, the Road Essential Services Clinical Unit (RESCU) is 100% here for you! “The fruit of your own hard work is the sweetest.” We’re currently in talks with the Ministry of Health (MOH). If things go to plan, we’ll be endorsed by MOH as part of their new Licensing Experimentation and Adaptation Programme (LEAP). This means we’ll be able to work hand in hand with them to give you the most comprehensive and safe house call service possible. *fingers crossed* Meanwhile, if you have any feedback or comments regarding our service or just the general medical scene in Singapore, please feel free to reach out to me. I don’t work for the government but being in the programme, I may be able to help convey your views directly to those who do. Thank you! Thank you to all our friends, family and readers here who’ve been following us on this journey and all the encouraging words and support you’ve given us. Your words mean the world to us and they really helped push us through. We couldn’t be more grateful to be surrounded by a like-minded and positive community. I’m sorry if this is beginning to sound like an Oscar speech but we’re really happy and thankful today lah! Hehe! Finally! If you’re going to explore our website , look out for hidden Binkies (our little Bunny health assistant). Haha! Have fun and stay healthy! Your friend, Juliana #24HourClinic #housecalldoctors #RESCU