Koyudo Kakishibuzome Makeup Brush Set Review

Reading about Malaysia's political drama everyday can be a little bit depressing... So I guess it's about time for me to fix that and write about things that makes me happy for a change. I'm obsess with anything related to beauty; cosmetic, skincare and yes, beauty tools too! My collection may not be as big these days, I've learned the hard way to be a minimalist in this pandemic and keep only things that I can't live without.

Experience The Other Side of Penang

The last time I went to Penang was like a decade ago and honestly, I could really use a trip down the memory lane. The scenery, the food and even the people filled my heart with so much warmth and wonder, the experience certainly unique and like no other! Back then, we only had a short vacation and didn't get the chance to properly enjoy and savour the moment. Since the school holiday is finally here, let's discover the other side of Penang together, shall we? I promise you, you'll see Penang in a totally new light soon after.

 

High Quality Food Photography @ IQ Studio

It's been ages since my last update and during this time of uncertainty, I believe a lot of you out there suffered in one way or another. Between losing your loved one, freedom, sanity or maybe losing your job; we all try our best to adapt to the new norm and living our life to the fullest. Rather than playing the blaming game, let's do our part and support each other instead. And yes, if you're just starting up food business, I have good news for you! 

Picture Perfect @ IQ Studio

It's hard to believe that we'll be leaving 2020 in less than 24 hours... We bid farewell to 2019 with so much hopes and dreams but 2020 definitely teach us to be more thankful and learn to appreciate all the things that we used to take for granted before. I see people around me deeply affected from this health crisis and there's nothing more I wish than a safe and healthy environment for all of us to live in. 

Stimulating Students Curiosity and Interest in STEM With Samsung Solve For Tomorrow Competition

 

As innovation rapidly changes our world, it is critical to prepare the next generation to not only adapt, but to thrive and excel in a technology-driven future. Committed to making this happen, Samsung Malaysia is running one of its global educational programs titled Solve for Tomorrow – a competition aimed at stimulating curiosity and cultivating interest in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) education, while inspiring students to help improve and fix issues faced by local communities through STEM’s innovative solutions. 

Casting The Blue Spells with Herbivore Botanicals Lapis Facial Oil

Hello again lovelies, I'm here with a beauty review to make up for the lost time. It's one of my favorite skincare find; the Herbivore Botanicals Lapis Facial Oil. As some of you might recall, I have a combination oily skin that has the tendency to be unpredictable. I desperately need something that can balance it out to make it more manageable. I came across the Lapis Facial Oil when I did my research on skin balancing and the dreamy shade of blue definitely caught my attention. I decided to give it a try despite my reservation towards anything oily and I'm so glad I did!

Reinvent Your Meat Experience with Phuture Daging

One of the things that MCO taught me; it's never too late to learn how to cook and I guess, I'm not as bad as I thought either... It's hard to believe that it takes a lockdown to make me finally realized how fun and exciting cooking can be! Everything from choosing the ingredients, preparing the meals to enjoy it with your whole family is definitely an experience I wish to relive over and over again. 

Shop & Win Duit Raya with Sofearose

As much as I would like to fast forward the time, I wouldn't change it for the world all the humbling and beautiful moments that I experienced these couple of months. 2020, as nobody ever predicted, turns out very unusual indeed but don't ever let it dampen your festive spirit! Let's make the best of it in our current condition while staying safe at home. After all, it never hurt to look and feel your best even when you're not going anywhere, right?

Ammaar's First Day Of Work @ KidZania, KL

Hello lovelies, I guess it's not too late to wish all of you a very Happy New Year! How is your 2020 so far? Mine is pretty calm surprisingly but hey, it's too early to say, who knows what the future might hold! A little recap for those of you who might be wondering, my baby boy Ammaar is not so little anymore, he will be turning 5 this May and already in preschool this year. He's such a great kid, I'm beyond grateful, Alhamdulillah. Always so gentle and kind, funny and independent too. Can't believe how fast he is growing up, I can barely keep up! 

Going In Style With The Urge

I love shopping but it doesn’t always love me back… I still remember the fashion mistakes that I’ve made over the years. Overpriced, oversized and low quality, picking the wrong outfit is all too easy, sigh~. But thanks to the urge, these problems are finally behind me. I can easily curate and create a dream wardrobe that fits my personal style and budget from the comfort of my home. 

Make Your Mark With Basic Invite

It never cease to amaze me how much effort and thoughts the Japanese really put into everyday things that we always took for granted. Folding paper; Origami for example can beautifully turns into delightful art creation in their hands and of course the highly rave Konmari method for organizing is making doing laundry a fun thing again, all thanks to Netflix and Marie Kondo. There's another thing however that I always noticed from years of binge watching Japanese drama; the Meishi Koukan tradition or in another words; the business card exchange.

Burt's Bees Sets Up Hives @ Sephora Malaysia

Calling all natural health and beauty enthusiasts out there! Burt’s Bees; one of the world’s most popular nature-based personal care brand is now available at all Sephora's outlets nationwide to satiate your clean skincare and beauty needs. As a leading provider of personal care that committed to providing natural health and beauty solutions, Burt’s Bees’ products are 99 to 100 percent natural and contain no harmful chemicals or synthetic preservatives especially Parabens, Phthalates, Petrolatum or Sodium Lauryl Sulfate (SLS).

Coming Up Peaches With Too Faced Peaches & Cream Collection

I've developed a new addiction recently and if you're still not getting where I'm going, here's a little clue... It have something to do with peach and makeup. Yes, you got it right, I'm all about the Too Faced Peaches & Cream collection these days! I'm perfectly aware that the peach rage is not exactly new. It's all started with the success of Too Faced Sweet Peach palette couple of years ago and now, the line up is getting bigger and bigger with new additions to give you the delicious taste of peach and sweet fig cream without the extra calories.

Goodbye Filter with Huda Beauty #FauxFilter Foundation

Okay I lied, I'm not ready to say goodbye to all the photo filters that I'm obsessed with just yet but all the hype about Huda Beauty #FauxFilter definitely pique my interest! I know I'm a bit late to join the craze, I just want to wait until Huda Beauty available here at Sephora Malaysia to match the shade myself because I'm not really sure which one suits me better. According to #FauxFilter shade comparison guide, I'm matched to Toasted Coconut (deep light skin tones with neutral and golden undertones) but I kind of like the sound of Macaroon more, mmmmm~

Silky Smooth Glide With Esqido Gel Eyeliner Pencil

It can be hard to keep up with a full face makeup especially when you have a clingy little one but I try my best to at least wear an eyeliner to work everyday. Honestly, I kind of feel naked without one... I'm running out of it quite fast too so another one or two more certainly won't hurt. I received the latest Gel Eyeliner Pencil from Esqido recently (they shipped to Malaysia by the way) and available in two color selection; Black and Brown. I never really use gel eyeliner before, I usually go for kohl or the regular pencil liner so yes, I'm very excited to take it for a spin!

Discover The Latest Addition @ Elianto Makeup

Can't believe I've successfully restraint myself from buying any cosmetics all this while and the latest beauty arrival from Elianto couldn't have come at a better time. If you're a fan of natural botanical extracts in your cosmetics and skincare, this one is definitely for you. Say hello to the brand new makeup from Elianto! Meet the Deep Sea Water Lip & Eye Makeup Remover that's formulated with the deep sea water, the Pro Matte Lip Crayon which is enriched with natural oil and of course the Stay On Mascara that is specially created to enhance your beautiful eyes.

Ammaar Zahran Is Officially 3!

Technically, Ammaar Zahran is already 3 last May but as usual, I like to take my time writing about the object of my affection. If you knew me well, you probably noticed how reserved I can be when it comes to everyone I loved and hold dear. Surface stuff like OOTD and beauty review, I don't really mind sharing that for the whole world to see but intimate moment with my loved one, I like to keep it private and confidential. I do however make an exception for my son's birthday every year as a tradition that I intend to keep for as long as I lived =P

Refresh & Revitalize With Hijabista Hair Care

It's been a while since my last beauty review and to be honest, I don't really have high expectation when it comes to hair care products. I switched shampoo all the time but nothing really impressed me to just stick to one. I have an oily scalp with dry and dull hair. Let's add dandruff to the equation too so basically my quest for the perfect hair products that address all this issue is kind of on-going battle that will never end. Sounds pretty dramatic, right? Not really actually because trust me, I can easily find 10 other women who going through the same problems...

[Tips & Tricks] Keeping the Love Alive

When you first start dating your partner, you're two single people getting together and having a good time. You probably enjoy holidays and romantic meals together, and you can spend the evenings curled up on the couch watching TV doing absolutely nothing. However, when the kids come along, this scenario can dramatically change. You might not have the time to go out together anymore and when you do, it's probably somewhere fun for the kids instead. So, how can you keep the magic alive once you become a parent? 

Stay Protected, Goodness Shared With Dettol

Raya is just around the corner and I know all of you lovelies must be feeling excited to reunite with your loved one. To help your family stay protected during this festive season, Dettol Malaysia is running a hand hygiene initiative at selected Rest & Relaxation stations (R&R) throughout Peninsula Malaysia. Just like a mother who want to provide unconditional love protection to her children, Dettol is committed to safeguard your family hygiene during the joyful celebrations so that you can love more and share more with each other without worries.