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Sponsored Review Snack monsters are gonna rejoice at this next announcement – a snack-filled sampler bag has just descended from food heaven and its name – Greedy Chimp ! You bet this hungry little ape loves his grub and is dying to share his toothsome loot with you. Experience the euphoria with me as I unpack my very first Greedy Chimp bag in this latest episode of Dash of Honeyz! Here’s a rundown of all the snacks that were in my Greedy Chimp bag! Purence Dew Water What better way to protect yourself from the summer heat than to hydrate yourself with water as clear as morning dew? Purence Dew is free from inorganic minerals, heavy metals, and pesticides that are harmful to the body. Inorganic minerals can cause heart disease, arthritis, rheumatism, etc. Purence Dew helps our body to fight against cholesterol, atherosclerosis and constipation. Where to get it? Available at Fairprice Xtra, Fairprice Finest, Cold Storage, GroXers.com From S$1.95 – S$2.10 How much? From S$1.95 – S$2.10 Candies aplenty! iGen Sugar Free Mints Keep your breath minty fresh all throughout summer with these sugar-free mints. Choose from zesty strawberry or the freshest double mint. Where to get it? Available at Cheers, Fairprice Xpress. How much? S$2.20 per tin Morinaga Choco Balls Perfect sized for popping, these chocolate coated balls hide a little flavour surprise on the inside. Choose from peanut, caramel or strawberry filling. Where to get it? Available exclusively at Greedy Chimp. Email wantsnacks@greedychimp.com to place your order! How much? S$2.50 per box Jelfy Hello Kitty Gummy Candy These gummies come in juicy flavours that add a sweet, citrus punch to your snack inventory. Gum gum – yum yum! Where to get it? Available exclusively at Greedy Chimp. Email wantsnacks@greedychimp.com to place your order! How much? S$1.80 per packet Troo Freeze Dried Banana As emphasized in the video, this is a killer. And that’s not the end of its list of merits, each bag carries only 105 calories! That’s almost like eating a piece of white bread, except it’s tastier. 😛 Go bananas with this healthy and nutritious snack, freeze dried for your convenience. Bananas are quickly freeze-dried at temperatures below -40 degrees Celcius, which allows the nutrients to be preserved for long durations. This snack is made with real fruits, with no added preservatives and no allergy-triggering soybean, peanut, buckwheat and egg. Where to get it? Available exclusively at Greedy Chimp. Email wantsnacks@greedychimp.com to place your order! How much? S$6.50 for a pack Nongshim Champong Spicy Cuttlefish Premium Noodle Soup The little chimp is all out to tickle your tastebuds with this delicious MSG-free instant noodles. New on the market! Indulge in the robust flavor of these thick and chewy Champong Spicy Premium Noodles. Satisfy your blazing summer hunger pangs with this yummy quick fix! Where to get it? Available at all major supermarkets. How much? S$5.25 for a pack of 4. And if that wasn’t piquant enough for you, try this next snack instead! Kimmy Seasoned Seaweed My nose exploded almost immediately after I stuffed the seaweed into my mouth. The burning sensation lasted only a while though leaving a sweet aftertaste. Send the summer heat through your nose with this wasabi-seasoned pack of crunchy seaweed that is thinly sliced for easy enjoyment. Also available in Original. Where to get it? Available exclusively at Greedy Chimp. Email wantsnacks@greedychimp.com to place your order! How much? S$4.95 for a pack of 6. Also click on photo for a quick video demonstration on how you can enjoy the HotChocSpoon (found in my Greedy Chimp May bag) to the fullest! Subscribe to Greedy Chimp! This spanking bag of goodies is available at SGD14.90 every month or SGD44.70 every three months. Visit Greedy Chimp’s website at greedychimp.com/subscriptions/ to view all the subscription options and like their Facebook page at www.facebook.com/GreedyChimpSnacks for the latest Chimp activity! As mentioned in the video, Greedy Chimp will be available on Honeyz Cube soon so watch out for it! Meanwhile, stay up to date with the latest snack discoveries at http://greedychimp.com because the Chimp knows best. 😛 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. #DashOfHoneyz #FoodReview #GreedyChimp

After my dreadful breakout earlier this year, I’ve ditched my heavy liquid foundations for mild formula bases like Color Control (CC) creams. But the rise of these groundbreaking skin saviors has also led to hundreds of new CC creams surfacing in the market every month and this has made the search for the best CC cream a notch tougher. So far I’ve been pretty loyal to my Rachel K CC cream until recently when I was introduced to Korean beauty behemoth, LJH’s Cellabel M.C. Vital CC Cream which is surprisingly impressive. Therefore, I’ve decided to compare both CC creams in this post and show you which brought the most to the table. 🙂 The LJH Cellabel M.C. Vital CC Cream is a multi-purpose cream that acts as both a foundation and a sunblock. Its clever formulation not only treats blemishes but also covers them well by matching their color to your skin tone like a chameleon! On top of that, its rich source of vitamin C also helps to prevent skin troubles and improve skin condition. And we’re talking about 800 times more Vitamin C than apples. In summary… – Multi-purpose cream that combines vitamin C essence, makeup and sun care. – Corrects skin tone – Provides excellent coverage – Smooth touch without stickiness from natural plant ingredients – 7 Free (Paraben, mineral oil, tar color, ethanol, fragrance, animality, TEA free) – Non stimulation tested (Oriental Medicine Bio-industry Clinical Testing Centre) – SPF30 PA++ What I thought of it… Honestly, I didn’t like it at the first glance. The cream didn’t come in the usual shade of beige. Instead, it is slightly greyish white with a rather thick consistency that does not seem to comply with their product description – corrects skin tone. Well, I guess I was fooled by its color and high viscosity because upon spreading the cream, it seamlessly blended into my skin tone and reduced the imperfections. Even though the texture was thick and not buttery like most CC and BB creams, I was surprised that I could still spread it over the skin pretty easily. The result was silky smooth skin that was utterly hydrated. 🙂 I’ve applied it on one side of my face to show you the contrast. The pores and broken capillaries were adequately concealed and my pasty complexion was instantly brightened. No new zits after application too. I’ve since replaced my foundation with the LJH CC cream and have been using it on a daily basis. Here’s my face with LJH CC cream and some blush and lip gloss for a peachy glow. As mentioned earlier, I’ve been using Rachel K for the longest time so I decided to do a like for like comparison. Texture I juxtaposed both creams to compare their texture. From the photo above, it was evident that the texture of Rachel K was lighter and smoother since it looked like melting ice-cream. Both glided over the skin pretty smoothly and quickly but honestly, I think Rachel K is a winner in this category as it produces a weightless and airy feeling like you’re not wearing any makeup. Winner: Rachel K Coverage And now we compare the colour correction and coverage characteristics. I’ve applied both CC creams on my face as shown below. LJH CC Cream effectively neutralized the redness and dullness of the skin while Rachel K pretty much covered nothing. Needless to say… Winner: LJH Packaging I’m quite a klutz so I prefer the LJH’s pump dispenser to Rachel K’s twist cap as it allows me to regulate the amount of cream dispensed. Winner: LJH Ingredients Both are super charged with Vitamin C and hydrating glycerine. The gaping difference is that Rachel K contains Vitamin E that lightens scars and promotes skin repair while LJH contains Centella Asiatica that not only lightens scars and pigmentation, it also accelerates skin healing, erases fine lines, promotes collagen synthesis and prevents premature aging. So I guess the winner of this category is… Winner: LJH The overall winner? LJH Cellabel M.C. Vital CC Cream! All in all, I love its power-packed ingredients, illuminating pigments and hydrating properties. 4.5 Honeyz crowns! LJH Cellabel M.C. Vital CC Cream currently retails at SGD58 (U.P. SGD72) at the Cube Store ! Cube Store Specials! Buy 2 get 11 free! Purchase the LJH Cellabel M.C. Vital CC Cream (SGD72) and LJH Cellabel M.C. Sun Pact SPF50+ PA+++ (#23 Natural Beige) (SGD88) and receive 11 LJH products absolutely free! Here are the 11 complimentary LJH products for this promotion. Limited sets left. Visit Cube Store Specials to place your order! Don’t take my word for it. Try it for yourself! Redeem LJH CC cream and other LJH Cellabel samples at my beauty encyclopedia, Honeyz Cube’s Rewards Catalogue . Have you tried LJH products too? Let me know by sharing your review at Honeyz Cube ! Also, stay abreast of the latest beauty news and product launches with Honeyz Cube’s Facebook Page ! Your friend, Juliana Disclaimer: Do keep in mind that reviews are entirely subjective. It is normal to have differing views so please don’t hate me if I didn’t speak well of your favorite product. I definitely have no intentions of distorting the image of any brand. Well, to each his own (or in this case ‘her’ own), isn’t it? Peace! 😛 #LJH #beautyreview #beauty #RachelK #CCCream

Sponsored Review Last month, I took a short spa vacation amidst the bustle and hustle of Orchard Road. Despite the absence of balmy breezes, sunshine and relaxing sounds of ocean waves, I still found bliss in a luxurious whirlpool tub, spacious steam room and a slew of invigorating body massages. Forget the sun and sand. Melt the lingering stress and tension away with swoon-worthy services by Spa Infinity . Psst! I’m giving away free facials too! You wouldn’t believe it. The luxurious oasis I am talking about is located just behind this badly painted door… … and across this carpark at the basement of Far East Shopping Centre. Tadah! And here we are! Enter the premises and you’ll be immediately greeted by the warm smiles of the Spa Infinity staff. Spa Infinity is actually an affiliate of Spa Symphony (SS) which I reviewed earlier so I thought the spa exuded the same luxuriant essence as SS with its lush facilities and services. I was also glad to hear that the therapists at Spa Infinity are also certified and well-trained in providing spa services. Kelly of Spa Infinity assured me that their treatments use only high quality natural ingredients that are eco-certified and suitable for all skin types. Most products are made in France and awarded by the renowned International Beauty Institute. And now, to enjoy the Spa Infinity experience to the fullest, play this and take a quick pictorial tour with me! Comfy cushioned chairs in the lobby The spa gives off a natural rainforest aura with its relaxing ginger scents, soothing meditation music and generous pots of green plants that can be spotted at every corner. There are also comfortable massage beds that are hidden behind ‘bushes’ for quick stress relief. Spa Infinity adds a dash of the tropics to the already awesome experience with warm fruit teas that are served before the massage. I also explored the bathroom and was awed by the large jacuzzi, steam room and comprehensive range of toiletries provided in it. The walls and platforms were distinctively designed with shiny tiles and tiny pebbles to complement the resort design of the spa. The changing room was also aptly equipped with lockers, robes and hangers. My six-hour spa experience commenced with a beauty assessment with the Spa Infinity therapists where I addressed my skincare and body concerns. I was also asked to fill out these forms for their records. My heavy workload has made me fall victim to stress related symptoms like indigestion, headaches and back aches. So Angeline of Spa Infinity suggested that I use Life Source’s Essential Oils Body Elixir to treat the symptoms. Honestly, I’m not a huge fan of rubbing oil all over the body as they tend to clog pores and cause breakouts on my back. Angeline assured me that the oils are non-pore clogging as they are water soluble which allows the pores to ‘breathe’ even after applying multiple layers on the skin. The oils are mainly made up of high concentrations of Oleic Sunflower Oil, Rice Bran, Almond Oil and Vitamin E. These are some of the uses of the oils. Angeline has chosen ‘HEAL’ for my massage to target the stress-related pains and discomfort. And here we go! Warning! Gratuitous topless shot coming up next! LOL! My massage was executed by Zhou Hua, an experienced masseuse who’s served thousands of satisfied customers over her 9-year career. I get frequent migraines so Zhou Hua also rubbed my temples and the area above the arch of my brows to relax the muscles. She even taught me some basic massage techniques to prevent future headaches! How sweet. 🙂 After two and a half hours of friendly banter and therapeutic massages with Lifesource products, Zhou Hua treated me to a heavenly Green Tea Thermal Detox Mask that relieves body aches, aids digestion and circulation. Zhou Hua laid a loosely woven gauze sheet on my back and applied a warm layer of green tea mask on it. I’m a big matcha fanatic so the rich green tea aroma of the mask sent me to seventh heaven instantly. In case you’re wondering, the key ingredients of the mask are french seaweed mud and green tea. Long term usage helps reduce fat storage, boost metabolism and relieve aches and pains. It is best used to curb stress, back or shoulder aches and belly fat. If you’re looking to reduce cellulite and firm skin, you could also request to add organic products from Centella into your mask. The main ingredients in Centella products are Pure Spring Water and Centella Asiatica. There are a thousand great benefits of the Pure Spring Water. Some of them include improving blood circulation and skin cell regeneration, promoting collagen proliferation, accelerating skin healing and reducing formation of fine lines. Centella Asiatica, which originated in Asia and Madagascar, is used to lighten acne scars and pigmentation, accelerate skin healing, erase fine lines, promote collagen synthesis and prevent premature aging. Feeling refreshed after the salubrious session. Before I went on to my next treatment, I was invited to the Spa’s very own diner for a quick lunch. The diner offered some pretty cool culinary choices such as sandwiches, glutinous rice and ice-cream! And I chose this mouth-watering Tom Yam soup! Haha! It wasn’t on the menu but they offer daily specials and that day, the special item was my favorite Thai Tom Yam soup! After a hearty and fulfilling meal, I proceeded to my next treatment that was administered by the lovely Chloe. I was asked to choose a facial treatment for this session and I chose to experience the goodness of the Bian Stone Gua Sha facial again. You can read about my full review of the facial here . The Bian Stone Gua Sha facial is actually the brainchild of Albert who’s also the Training Manager of Spa Infinity. I met Albert during lunch and he explained the advantages of using the bian stone instead of machines for treatments. According to him, the stone has a warming effect which creates ultrasonic wave pulses to enable skincare products to penetrate deeper into the skin. Massaging the bian stone on the skin will promote circulation of oxygen-laden blood that in turn helps to clean the pores and dissolve toxins. This not only helps you achieve healthier complexion, it also slims and firms the face effectively. Since this is his baby, it’s no surprise that the man himself is a regular enjoyer of the Bian Stone Gua Sha facial. Albert is more than 50 years old and this is his face after years of Bian Stone treatment. :O Albert, Training Manager of Spa Infinity ‘Nuff said! Where’s my Bian stone? I need a thorough facial treatment now! I had CC cream on so Chloe removed it with a a mild herbal aroma conditioning plant make up remover that did not contain chemicals and colorant. She then measured the distance between my nose and jaw. It’s 4.6 inches before the treatment. After some cleansing, exfoliating, extracting and bian stone massaging, she measured my face again. The distance between the nose and jaw was shortened to 4.5 inches. Amazing! Does my face look sharper? 😛 What’s a facial treatment without a facial mask? Chloe applied the H2O mask which is power packed with antioxidants that help fight free radicals, slow down the effects of aging and encourage collagen production for healthy, glowing skin. Read more about it here . And I’m done! I’ve turned on the flash to give you a clearer view of my face. I thought it was glowing with radiance. What do you think? 😀 Thanks Chloe! Chloe and me. Do you suffer from headaches, joint, neck, back or any other musculoskeletal pain? These could be due to various factors such as muscle strain, injury, poor posture, etc. Well, to get a more accurate diagnosis, you could also visit Spa Infinity’s in-house Chiropractic Clinic that is managed by Dr. Alexandros Karaplis. According to Dr. Karaplis, the most common causes of headaches are dysfunction of the joints in the neck, stress, bad posture and visual strain. And after some examination, he deduced that my neck had a slight deviation to the right side which may in turn be the reason why I get headaches now and then. The deviation is a result of my bad sitting posture as a consequence of sitting in front of a laptop and typing everyday. Geez. Never knew blogging has occupational hazards too. To rectify this, he suggested using my less dominant hand (which is the left hand) to move my computer mouse. He also highlighted the importance of maintaining the natural forward curve of the lower back with ergonomically designed chairs or cushions that provide back support. Dr. Karaplis provided many useful tips that afternoon on correcting and restoring spinal instability and strengthening spinal muscles. If you would like to relieve your body pain and improve your posture without medication or surgery, you may want to consider Chiropractic. For further info, consult their FB page at https://www.facebook.com/InfinityChiropractic88 Dr. Karaplis did some chiropractic adjustments and recommended that I use the jacuzzi and steam bath to relax the stiff joints and muscles after the session. And so I did! 😀 Just when you think it can’t get any better. 😛 Afterthoughts… It is evident that I had a great time at Spa Infinity. Despite its lavish treatments and facilities, it’s not a frou frou establishment. The spa delivers top-notch service and effective wellness programs that are not only therapeutic but also surprisingly affordable – most facials at Spa Infinity cost SGD250 or less. Both therapists, Chloe and Zhou Hua also seemed pretty happy and contented with their jobs and constantly sang praises of their boss and the managment team of Spa Infinity. Well, happy employees make happy clients. I was smiling from ear to ear throughout the treatment. Trust me, you’ll love its positive atmosphere too. 4.5 Honeyz crowns! Spa Infinity is located at 545 Orchard Road #B1-22 Far East Shopping Centre, Singapore 238882. Contact them at +65 6738 0069 for appointments. Visit their website at www.spainfinity.com.sg for further info about their services and promotions. Exclusive for Honeyz Belles! Spa Infinity wants to treat two lucky belles to their Rejuvenating 60-min Organic Facial (worth SGD130)! The Rejuvenating Organic Facial uses miracle herb Centella Asiatica to aid skin renewal, smoothen skin’s texture, lighten acne scars and dark spots, encourage collagen production to erase fine lines and to prevent premature aging. And it includes a relaxing pressure point massage to promote better circulation for luminous, glowing skin. And guess what? The chosen winners will be entitled to two facial sessions each!!! All you have to do is like Honeyz’ Facebook Page and Spa Infinity’s Facebook Page. Then share this photo (see Honeyz’ Facebook Page ) and tag five of your friends in the comments box. Contest ends 28 August 2013, Wednesday 10pm. Good luck! Behold a beauty miracle with Spa Infinity! 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. #beautyreview #contest #beauty #SpaInfinity #SpaSymphony

Happy National Day everyone! Have a fantastic time ogling at the fireworks later! Your friend, Juliana #greetingcard #NationalDay2013

Heartiest greetings to all of you – Selamat Hari Raya Aidilfitri! Honeyz Cube extends our compliments to you with 100 free cubepoints! Enter ‘RAYA2013’ at http://honeyzcube.com/RedeemCode.aspx to celebrate this joyous and special occasion! *Promo code is valid till 14 August 2013. Your friend, Juliana #contest #beauty #FacebookGiveaway #HoneyzCube #HariRaya2013

Sponsored Review August is the month of flags, fireworks and… challenges! Yup. I bravely accepted The Body Shop’s 3-Day Clear Skin Challenge and this post documents the trials and tribulations of my beauty evolution. Wonder if I beat the challenge? Click to find out! The Body Shop calls them the Tea Tree Super Power Trio and these beauty warriors were sent to my abode for the 3-day clear skin challenge. Tea Tree Cool & Creamy Wash (SGD20.90) The new Tea Tree Cool and Creamy Wash is a deep-cleansing daily wash which leaves skin super-clean, fresh and velvety soft. For anyone concerned about blemishes, cleansing is the most important stage of a skincare regime, yet many of us find traditional face washes drying and demand something that is effective yet gentle on their skin. The Body Shop Tea Tree Cool and Creamy Wash is tough on blemish-causing bacteria and soft on skin. Working to intensely cleanse and purify, it instantly removes all impurities and excess oils, without over-drying. From the very first use, skin looks clearer and fresher and feels softer. Prevent further outbreaks with regular use. My verdict: As the name suggests, the texture is extremely creamy and soft. The menthol in the facial wash creates a cold sensation which leaves the skin visibly bright and refreshed after washing. It is mild on the skin and harsh on the acne-causing bacteria. My skin hardly feels tight or dry after washing and excess sebum and impurities were also successfully eradicated after the second use. 4 Honeyz crowns for adhering to its promises! Tea Tree Squeaky Clean Scrub (SGD24.90) The Tea Tree Squeaky Clean Scrub effortlessly removes accumulated dirt and impurities of the day. Suspended within The Body Shop’s vibrant cooling gel, specially selected exfoliants gently uproot impurities whilst caring bursting beads release their skin loving goodness. My verdict: I’ve always chosen my scrubs very carefully as harsh exfoliators may cause redness and wrinkles. Before I embarked on my ‘Squeaky Clean’ journey, I squirted a small blop as shown below to feel the composition of the gel and beads. I never liked scrubs that use rough and irregularly-shaped beads as they produce a gritty and abrasive feeling on the skin. Thankfully, the Tea Tree Squeaky Clean Scrub uses round and smooth granules that felt gentle yet effective. I was also glad that it does not contain glycol which may loosen the bonds of my lash extension glue . For its skin-polishing efficacy and minty fragrance, 3.5 Honeyz crowns! Tea Tree Oil (SGD18.90) The Tea Tree Oil can be used directly on the skin or during facial steaming. My verdict: Even though the product is in oil form, the skin did not feel greasy for long after application. The oil was absorbed almost immediately by the skin leaving only a chilly sensation by the menthol. The zesty blend of tea tree and lemon oils also emitted a soothing fragrance that stimulated the senses, producing a relaxing effect. My angry-looking zits also looked calmer after the first use. They cleared up by the third day. 🙂 4.5 Honeyz crowns for its affordability and effectiveness. Here are some photos of my progress over the three-day challenge… Day 1 Day 2 Day 3 I thought my skin looked happier and more radiant! More reasons why we should support The Body Shop’s Tea Tree range… The Body Shop encourages sustainable and organic farming practices by sourcing their tea tree oil from the Kenya Organic Oil Farmers Association in Mount Kenya National Park. This preserves the park’s natural biodiversity while producing Community Fair Trade organic tea tree oil for The Body Shop products. So fight acne woes with The Body Shop’s Tea Tree range too! For more info on their latest promos and products, visit their website at www.thebodyshop.com.sg or their Facebook page at www.facebook.com/TheBodyShopSingapore . Have you tried the products from The Body Shop’s Tea Tree range 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 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 #beautyreview #TheBodyShop

Advertorial  We’ve all bought insurance for our homes, health, cars but have you heard? You can now acquire insurance for your ez-link card too! And wait for it… AT ABSOLUTELY NO COST! The perks are out of this world. Click to find out more about their latest ‘Activate!’ programme! If you’re registered with ‘Activate!’, there are 3 key functions of this programme that you can enjoy: [It’s a one-time, simple, registration which is absolutely free by the way!] • EZ-Manage • EZ-Protect • EZ-Deals Registered ‘Activate!’ ez-link card holders can check the transaction history of their cards for up to three months, block and recover funds should they lose their cards, and enjoy additional protection against unauthorised usage before the lost card is blocked! EZ-Manage Have you ever lost your ez-link card right after topping up the value? I’m sure it has happened to some of you! Yeap. This catastrophic scenario happened to me once. I was a student at that time so it was definitely upsetting for me since my modes of transport can only be accessed with the ez-link card. So I totally endorse the new EZ-Link ‘Activate!’ programme because by registering with it, I am now protected by EZ-Manage when I lose or misplace my ez-link cards. And they do this by blocking further usage when I report a lost card and allowing me to enjoy the refund of the remaining stored value in the lost card later. Amazing isn’t it? Also with EZ-Manage, I’m able to monitor my transit and retail transaction history up to three months*, either at the ‘Activate!’ website or via the EZ-Link mobile app! * ‘Activate!’ only applies to adult ez-link cards issued by EZ-Link and does not apply to concession cards issued by the Land Transport Authority (LTA). EZ-Protect  Should there be unauthorised usage of funds between the time the customer calls EZ-Link to block their card and before the card is successfully blocked (which can take up to 48 hours), EZ-Protect provides an additional safeguard of up to SGD10, on top of being able to block your EZ-link card and fund recovery. This means that consumers can safely store more value on their cards instead of having to top-up their cards frequently. In partnership with ACE Insurance, EZ-Protect has a robust system which requires verification of personal details and reinforces security in case someone else picks up the card and tries to make a fraudulent claim. My favorite feature is the transaction history where I can check the available funds in my card before I board the bus. No more multiple beeps for the whole world to know that I’ve insufficient funds on my card. Now I can prepare small change for bus tickets without ransacking my bag in a moving bus. Yay! Most deals come with a price, but not with ‘Activate!’ In the months of July and August 2013, all registered ‘Activate!’ ez-link cardholders stand a chance to have their retail transactions on their registered ez-link cards… WAIVED FOR THE MONTH! Woohoo! I love my ez-link. Muuaahhh!  Terms and conditions will apply, of course. Details, and Terms and Conditions can be found at http://www.ezlinkactivate.com.sg/ez-deals/promotions Hurry and register with Activate!, simply visit http://ezlinkactivate.com.sg/ . You can also register via the EZ-Link app available at the iTunes App store for Apple mobile device owners. Google Play Store for Android devices. Because there’s really nothing to lose and all to gain! Your friend, Juliana #advertorial #EZLink #travel

Business profile? Checked. Bank account? Checked. Best team in the world? Double checked! It seems like we’re just one step away from being a full-fledged business – we need a gorgeous and productive office space! A good office layout boosts your mood and enhances the thought process. So I’ve been scouring the web for great office space ideas for Honeyz Cube ‘s future office. Our signature colors are purple and pink which are great for fengshui according to this Fengshui color chart below. 😛 I’m no expert at interior design but I definitely know what I want in my future office – chic spaces clad in shades of purple and pink without being overbearing. Here are some great examples: The main office area My room perhaps? A soothing color like aqua is great too! But if rosy hues are badly needed, add some fluffy pink beanbags or a hot pink stool as shown in the photo. So what do you think? What are some of your favorite decoration ideas? Share with me by commenting below! Your friend, Juliana #officespace #Interiordesign #decor #Design #HoneyzCube #lifestyle

Sponsored Review This summer, the whiz-bang team of Hair Profile gives Goldilocks a run for her money with sumptuous shades of burlesque pink and moulin rouge. Yes. I’m tired of the usual hues so I’m putting a little swerve into my boring locks by scattering some dazzling magenta streaks on my crown too. Click to see the transformation! Colors and streaks are having their moment now. We spot top celebs and bloggers sporting rainbow highlights and wild colored hair on the red carpet and on stage. Nicki Minaj Avril Lavigne Kelly Osbourne Katy Perry The gorgeous colors left me speechless. So I decided to have a summer fling with accent color streaks too! And here’s the result! I love it to bits! But as mentioned in this post , the hair has to be in a tip-top condition to achieve desired results. Coarse and dry hair will only make your peculiar hues look tacky. So I consulted the guys of Hair Profile before I decided on the style that I wanted. This was the state of my hair before the bright-colored hairdo above. This is a cheating angle because my hair is not as silky in real life. Here’s the condition up close. Pretty bad eh? Kenji insisted that I do a protein-rich hair treatment every two weeks to supply the hair with lots of moisture and nutrients. These treatments strengthen my weak and brittle hair by reinforcing the hair shaft and therefore making them look healthier. A nourishing hair treatment before a major dye job will prevent breakage and add a sleek finish to the colored locks. The treatment was administered by his team – Joanne, Nesley and Eileen. These vitamin-heavy Redken products were used for my treatment. Read all about them here . After some major reconstruction and conditioning, my lacklustre hair came back to life. 😀 After three weeks, I came back to Hair Profile asking for more. Basically, I wanted a striking hair color that will put even candy-colored Katy Perry to shame. JUST KIDDING! But I did extend the colors to the top of my head and fringe. The hair dye process began with some bleaching and I was blonde for like 10 minutes? Before this happened… This time I opted for mixtures of pink and magenta. Kenji used Fudge ‘s Paintbox colors to create the look. I’m a huge fan since it’s free of ammonia and peroxide. 🙂 And tadah! The final look! The color wasn’t very prominent on the first day but after the first wash, the color became the centerpiece of my hair. I was invited to the SK-II Stempower Essence event at Changi Airport the following day and my glowing pink hair certainly caught lotsa attention. 😛 Before my hair goes all dull and dingy again, I decided to take more photos of it after the event. Enjoy the colors and the picturesque Singapore Changi Airport! Special Promo for Honeyz Belles! Quote ‘Honeyz‘ and enjoy 15% off all chemical treatments and a professional hair consultation with Kenji (strictly by appointment only). Hair Profile Salon is located at 14 Scotts Road Far East Plaza #01-91. Contact them at +65 6838 1811/ +65 6737 7617 for your hair appointments. For more info on their latest services, hair tips and promotions, visit their Facebook page at www.facebook.com/HairProfileSalonSG I can’t wait for my next Hair Profile appointment again. I’m probably gonna go electric blue this time. What about you? What hair color do you fancy at the mo? 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. #SalonReview #HairSalon #beautyreview #beauty #HairProfile

Sponsored Review Whut??! Designer shades for a fraction of the cost with complimentary cleaning kit, free shipping and an option to try on the glasses virtually with the click of a button??? I’m officially moving to cloud nine! That’s not all. You get to make a difference to a person’s life with every pair of glasses you purchase! Now click to find out how you can walk the vogue and make a change at the same time. These were the goodies I received from online glasses paradise, SmartBuyGlasses . On top of my uber cool Wayfarers, I also received a 24-month warranty, a guaranteed 7-day return policy and a complimentary cleaning kit lens kit (worth SGD30) that includes a micro fibre cloth to ensure the glasses retain their cleanliness and brand new feel and appearance, a bottle of lens cleaning fluid and a mini screwdriver to fix loose legs of glasses. Lens Cleaner Multi-functional glasses screwdriver Besides this handy cleaning kit (which made me totes happy), I was also utterly impressed with their level of service. SmartBuyGlasses made sure I was updated of the shipping status by informing me periodically via email on the whereabouts of my item. There was actually a small hiccup during the shipping process where the courier company Aramex failed to deliver my item due to “incorrect delivery address provided”. I was pretty frustrated as I’ve checked and affirmed that the address I provided was correct. I contacted SmartBuyGlasses for help and they were very prompt in addressing the problem and got it sorted out within a few days. While waiting for my parcel to arrive, I received a couple of emails from SmartBuyGlasses apologizing for the delay. I really appreciated the kind gestures as it was obviously no fault of theirs but they still went out of their way to make sure I receive my shades as soon as possible. Ten thumbs up for the impeccable service! Anyway, this was what I ordered from the site – the classic Ray Ban RB2132 New Wayfarer 901 that was seen on Michael Jackson, Audrey Hepburn, Natalie Portman and tons of other Hollywood A-listers. Besides timeless Ray-Ban shades, SmartBuyGlasses also brings in other designer sunglasses from Gucci, Tom Ford, Burberry and Prada, just to name a few. Well, sometimes more is MORE! Wait, that’s not all! They also offer prescription eyewear, contact lenses, optical products and optical services at excellent prices. You’ve not heard the best part yet. For each pair of glasses you purchase from SmartBuyGlasses, the online retailer donates a pair of glasses to one of their charity partners. They call it the Buy One, Give One program where they send optometrists into remote villages to examine, diagnose, and provide quality treatment to patients. After the diagnosis, each patient is given a donated pair of personalized prescription frames. Three hundred million people around the world cannot learn and work due to impaired vision. Click here to find out how you can contribute through SmartBuyGlasses. I’m happy my Wayfarer made a difference. 😛 I’m absolutely touched by their passion to provide the best services as well as their dedication to eliminate vision impairment, one pair of glasses at a time. For these great reasons and their good prices, free shipping services and scratch proof multi-hard coating , I give them a whopping 5 Honeyz crowns! Get your weekend shopping fix at www.smartbuyglasses.com.sg or like their Facebook page at www.facebook.com/SmartBuyGlasses.com.sg for more info on their latest promos and news! So what do you think of my new shades? Yay or nay? Let me know by commenting below. If you’ve also bought something from SmartBuyGlasses, share your experience and photos with me too! 😀 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. #fashion #fashionreview #RayBan #SmartBuyGlasses