Absolute Thai @ Main Place Mall

Saturday, May 31, 2014

Hello :)

I am finally back from my Bangkok trip (click here) last Wednesday so I thought I should share about Thai food!

We had our dinner here when my in law was in Subang!

This is the first time we were at the Main Place Mall.

It is still new and clean :)
I fancy the clean toilet >.<

Long time didn't eat Thai food dy...
I was extremely hungry that day!!!

First dish up is...

 Pineapple fried rice with prawns (RM 16.90)

The portion is small.

Looks delicious right?

Actually it is not too bad but not the best!

Pandan Leaves Chicken (RM 14.90)

One for everyone!

The portion is actually quite big as compared to the ones I tried before.

I think the spices were not enough so some parts were a little tasteless but it's ok... There is sweet chilli sauce :)

Not the best I had tried as well...

Stir-fried bean curd with hot basil leaves (RM 13.90)

Overall, this is ok. It is not spicy.
The texture is a little strange...
It is a little too salty and dry...

Tom Yam Soup(RM 27.90)

The soup is a little sour and too spicy for my taste.

I love sour-ness... 

I used to love spicy food... but I cannot really take spicy food now...

My stomach and lips were burning like mad... and the pimple renting my forehead area was a little itchy!

Hubby said it was not spicy... just too sour and salty for his taste!

Steamed Siakap with garlic, chillies and lime sauce

This is one of my least favorite...

It is too sour...

Not spicy...

The sauce is not concentrated enough...

Hubby said the sauce is not very nice and the fish is not fresh...

Selfie of course cannot be missing.

I love the jasmine tea :)

Overall, the food was ok-ok la...
Price is quite expensive...

The service was really good there...

Hmm... Just my opinion la...

Will I revisit the place?
Hmmm...
Nope

Review: Ceutical Plus Aqua-Collagen Hydration Toner

Friday, May 23, 2014

Hello lovelies :)

Back with another skincare review.

Had been using this toner since 2 April 2014.

I bought this at Sasa @ Sunway Pyramid.

The following week after I bought this, there was promotion  for this brand...

Sigh... I should have waited but I  ran out on my previous toner...

No choice :(

This brand is from Taiwan.

Let's look at some pictures, shall we?

The packaging is simple but somehow I dislike it...

The bottle looks like cheap plastic... >,<

RM 55 for 180ml

Consider relatively inexpensive... I think...

Description

A highly active moisturizing formula helps to keep the skin hydrated and soft to the touch. It is alcohol-free and free of artificial pigment, and is also suitable for sensitive skin.

It softens, moisturizes and makes the skin more elastic.

Ideal for dry skin and enhanced elasticity & suppleness

The Aqua-Collagen Hydration Series combines three moisturizing and active formulas (XpertmoistTM, Marigen Peptide and Tornare®, which rapidly supplement the skin's natural hydration and production of collagen, the main connective tissue of the skin. Combined, they help to keep the skin supple and elastic at all times.

XpertmoistTM

Xpertmoist is composed of amino acids and antarcticine to deeply moisturize all epidermal layers for a refreshed complexion. Antarcticine is particularly efficacious in the regeneration and protection of the skin

Marigen Peptide

Marigen Peptide penetrates deeply into the skin, combining the collagen and hyaluronic acid in the skin, moisturizing from the skin source and increasing the skin's elasticity

Tornare

Tornare is developed by the Hayashibara Biochemical Laboratories in Japan, and has the function of smoothing and repairing the skin.Also, it has an excellent anti-oxidant function, promoting the skin's moisture, and bringing a soft and supple feeling to the skin

It has a small opening so it is easy to control the amount of toner poured onto the cotton

 Ingredients

Aqua, Butylene Glycol, Glycerin, Glycosyl Trehalose, Biosaccharide Gum-1, Hydrogenated Starch Hydrolysate, Methylparaben, Allantoin, Sodium Hyaluronate, Isononyl Isononanoate, Fragrance, Methylisothiazolinone, Iodopropynyl Butylcarbamate, Pseudoalteromonas Ferment Extract, Xanthan Gum, Caprylyl Glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Hydrolyzed Collagen, Phenoxyethanol, Serine, Proline, Alanine, Sodium Phosphate, Sodium Hydroxide

Main ingredients: XpertmoistTM and Tornare®

Directions

Take the proper amount on the cotton pad after cleansing the skin in the morning and in the evening, patting into the skin.

The toner is clear and very runny

My thoughts

The scent is very light... somehow it is like perfume. I like the scent. Toner is very light and absorption is quick. Zero stickiness *thumbs up* and the product does what it claims. No allergic reaction of any sort. I think the toner is affordable. After using the toner for more than one month, I can feel that my skin is more hydrated, smooth and elastic. Every time when I touch my face I can feel that it is bouncy. Lol

Pros

:) Light scent

:) Zero stickiness

:) Good hydration for my skin and makes my skin smoother and more elastic

:) No allergic reaction

:) Affordable

Cons

:( Dislike the packaging =.= Does it even count as a con?

Rating: 5/5

Repurchase: YES!

Saigon Cafe @ Taman Gaya, JB

Wednesday, May 21, 2014

Hello :)

Back in JB for the weekend...

My in laws brought us out to dinner...

Never tried Vietnamese food before (in Malaysia)
Never thought Vietnamese food were so yummy!

I will definitely come back again!
*I forgot most of the names of the dishes because we ordered too much. Please forgive me on this.*

The front of the shop:)
There was a little crowd when we were there.

The menu.
There were a lot of choices!

Let's look at the food and drinks we ordered!

Vietnamese Ice Coffee

I am not a coffee lover at all...
I rarely drink coffee...
But this coffee is my current favorite...

White Coffee

I like this coffee as well...
I am already craving for the coffees!

My sister in law ordered this...
I forgot what this is...
lemon tea?

Avacado Ice blended

I love this!
The avacado taste is not very strong.
This was recommended by the boss...

Coconut jelly pudding...
Super nice... Totally love this!

Sitr fried beef with bitter gourd.
This is really nice.. The bitter gourd was not bitter at all and the beef was tender.

My in laws and sister in law said this was delicious.
Hubby and I did not really enjoy this... lol
All veggies....?

I love garlic bread!

This is egg, mayonnaise and butter bread...
Lol... I just name it according to the ingredients...
I prefer the garlic bread but this is also nice...
The mayonnaise was a little overwhelming for hubby...

Vietnamese Fried Rice
This was cooked by the boss herself!
No oil at all!
Taste was super nice!
The rice was already spicy.
The chili is so spicy and yummy...

Pork Chop Rice
The pork was really nice and the porkie smell is not heavy!
The pork was still juicy!

 Vietnamese Noodle Soup...
The soup was super nice... but a little spicy
I like it...

The beef noodle soup taste really nice...
I love soups of all kinds... erm as long as it is not bitter...

My in law said to the boss that we had been starving for over a week so we ordered so much food.
No leftovers at all!

I am totally looking forward to go there again!

My skincare routine

Monday, May 19, 2014

Hello!

I have been thinking about writing this for a while...

Not too sure why I am only doing this now...

Okay...Let's begin with my skin condition!

My skin is not perfect...

Well, I edit my pictures so... you see!

My skin breaks out here and there...

Sometimes, occasionally...

 I will get a big pimple on my nose, and a few small pimples everywhere else...

It doesn't look too bad!

Majority are renting spaces on my forehead!

I have big big pores... very visible ones!

Oily T-zone, dry cheeks...

Fine lines under my eye area...

Dark under eye circles....

Blackheads/whiteheads around nose, cheeks and chin area...

>,< I should stop here...

Getting a little depressed :(

OMG!!!!

My skin needs help!!!

Once I started listing my skin troubles down...

The list just goes on and on and on... like forever!

Anyway, my point is...

My skin is better or looks better now..

Looks brighter and healthier.

Skincare is very important and should not never be neglected...

Something I feel totally guilty about...

FYI, I only started cleansing my skin properly in 2013!

I started with a cleanser and toner only!

No moisturizer yet!
Then as time goes by... after two months only... I am totally obsessed!
My collection increased tremendously and my wallet bleed non-stop!
I need to control my spending on skincare!!!

I finally believe in "There is no ugly women, only lazy women!"
I was a lazy women *blush*

Now, if you look at my skincare routine...

Some people might find it...

too lengthy...

too tiring...

too scary...

or just totally surprised!

I will not be reviewing the products here...
Some products had been reviewed previously so I will link it here.

Let's get started!

Skincare routine (morning)

1. Cleanser

Currently using cleansing wash from Michelle Lazar (review here)

I have been using this for about one month now

So far so good.

Skin feels squeaky clean but not drying

Lather up well and cleanse for about one or two minutes.
Be gentle and I actually count a lot when I cleanse my face.
Why?
I count to make sure I cleanse properly... can I say that?
I try not to rush so counting helps... a little?
I count to at least 10 for each area... lol

I prefer to dry my face with tissue instead of towel.
However, I saw from YouTube that drying the face is not necessary as all the moisture would be absorbed by tissue/towel. I tried this once... but... not sure why I did not continue following this... hmm

When I am super hardworking, I will cleanse with a konjac sponge or cleansing pads afterwards.

Charcoal Konjac Sponge (full review here)
I bought this from Sasa when it was on promotion and it was way cheaper than sasa.com

My cleansing pad

I bought this at Daiso.

2. Toner

Currently using toner from Ceutical Plus (review here).

To be honest, I have never heard or seen the brand before.

I was at Sasa @ Sunway Pyramid and I saw the tester.

The salesperson came over and promoted this so I bought it.

Zero stickiness and affordable
Just pour the toner over cotton pad and pat onto face.

3. Blackheads sebum gel

A friend introduced me to b.liv off with those heads because I have serious blackheads around my nose, cheeks and chin area

Have been using for quite some time now on T-zone only

It works wonder sometimes... I guess

Well, it is easier to squeeze out the blackheads around my nose
I noticed that the blackheads around my nose are lesser now.

4. Eye cream

Currently using Marjoram & Lavender Brightening Eye Cream EX from Naruko (review here)
Been using this for a few months now

Using my ring finger, I gently dab the cream around my eyes

Provides good hydration

5. Serum

Currently using a serum from Indeed Laboratories, Hydraluron (review here).
Read a lot of good reviews online.
*Quickly take out wallet and pay*
The first serum I bought and consider quite affordable la...
Hydrates my skin really well

6. Moisturizer

Currently using the Snail Collagen Acquaring Gel from Dr. Post (review here).
This tub of gel replaced my moisturiser.
It is super good to me... Lol.
I hate stickiness but this... I can forgive it's stickiness (minimal) because my skin is softer, much more hydrated and radiant after using this...
This is totally made for my skin...

7. Sunblock

Currently using sunblock from Biore UV Aqua Rich Watery Essence Water Base (review here)
I hate sunblock like mad... and sometimes I will intentionally "forget" to apply before heading outside...
Hmm... Then one day I saw Melodee's YouTube channel and decided I should give this a try.
I totally love this!
The scent is light and quite nice (my opinion) plus it is smooth after application!
It is not oily at all unlike other sunblock that I had tried before...

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Skincare routine (night)

1. Deep Pore Cleanser or Oil Cleanser

Before using the Deep Pore Cleanser from Michelle Lazar (review here), I was using a cleansing oil.
Been using this for a few months now.
Apply the deep pore cleanser over wet face, massage for a while.
Do not rinse off.
Lather up the cleansing wash (below) and cleanse as usual (the deep pore cleanser is still on the face)
It is important to double cleanse at night (makeup, pollution, dirt, sunblock)

2. Cleanser

Same as above

3. Toner

Same as above

4. Blackheads sebum gel

Same as above

5. Night eye gelly

Currently using night eye gelly (review here) from Naruko Raw Job's Tears series.
Been using for over 6 months already.
Still have 75% of the products left.
It is sticky so I dislike this...but just use cause I dun wan to waste it ;p

6. Serum

Same as above

7. Moisturizer

Same as above

8. Night gelly or sleeping mask

Currently using night gelly (review here) from Naruko Raw Job's Tears series.
Been using for over 6 months but only 5% of the product left.
Does a great job in hydration and brightening! Not immediately so need to give it more time for results.

Extras

1. Avene Thermal Spring Water

Bought this when it was on promotion.
I use it when I feel that my skin is dehydrated in the middle of the day and almost anytime...
Great for soothing sensitive skin (I have mild eczema)

2. Exfoliators

Currently using the exfoliator from Cure Natural Aqua Gel (review here).
The best exfoliator I had tried so far.
I use this once or twice a week.
Will totally repurchase this.
Skin looks brighter and smoother every time I use this.

3. Sheet masks

Sheet masks are just so convenient!
I had 6 boxes of sheet masks previously but I was so hardworking...
Now ended up with only 2-3 boxes...
I will pamper my skin with sheet masks 2-3 times a week.
10-30 minutes

4. Jelly masks

My favorite jelly masks were from Annie's Way.
I use these once or twice a week.
These jelly masks really does what it claims!
30-40 minutes

*small tips*
It is a little difficult to remove the jelly mask.
To make it easier, I usually use the cleansing pad (my sister use the konjac sponge) to wash the jelly mask off.

Aloe jelly mask review
Arbutin and hyaluronic acid jelly mask review
Honey Deep Moisturizing Jelly Mask
Lavender Relaxing Jelly Mask

5. Eye masks

Eye masks are a must for me!
I use them 2-3 times a week... or at least once a week without fail!
15-20 minutes

My favorites at the moment are BeautyMate Collagen Smooth Nano Eye Mask and BeautyMate Bright Up Nano Eye Mask

6. DIY mask

Rice paper masks are my current favourite!
It is not as convenient as sheet masks but it is way cheaper.
Rice papers are very cheap... I think I got it for RM 5 and there were 22 sheets!
After pampering my skin with this rice paper mask, my skin is brighter and hydrated.
I use this when I am not lazy... once or twice a month... or even longer... lol
Sometimes I just cut it up and soak in water... If I'm in the mood, I will soak it in green tea or milk.

7. Carbonated water

Seen this on a Korean TV show, Get it Beauty some time ago...
Some of the benefits include emit dust, helping with blood circulation, reduce swollen face and lift up skin.
Use a 1:1 ratio (tepid water and carbonated water) and soak face for about 10-20 seconds.
For people with sensitive skin, try patting onto face.

Not too sure about the effect... but it feels good...
Tried drinking it as well... lol
Of course before I soak my face la...

Okay... That's pretty much all of it!

#nomakeup #nofilter #noedit

Not too bad right?
Before slapping on a new layer of products, just make sure the products are absorbed into the skin already to avoid flaking. Normally my nose will flake if I slapped all the layers in too fast!

Some of the extras were much more time consuming of course!

The result is more obvious when you put in extra effort!
So, don't be lazy!

Looking at the list...
I suddenly feel that I spent a whole lot of fortune (and time) on them...
But it is still affordable la...
Plus some were gifts from friends and families la...

That's all for now!
Thank you for reading :)