Crème Simon unveils their Brand Philosophy with First Flagship store in Singapore, located at Downtown OUE Gallery with their latest new offerings, like Crème Simon beauty and wellness "Les Thès de Monsieur Simon" tea range and "Les Remèdes de Monsieur Simon" supplements (to be released later in the year). 

As one of the pioneer influencer for Crème Simon, I was invited to be part of this joyous occasion and be the first few to test out their wellness tea collection!

Managing Director of Crème Simon, Felicia Soh, sharing her tips to a more radiant, slim and hydrated face using Crème Simon Popular Products, like the Demo-Hydrating Toner Mist featured here!

WELLNESS TEAS

So without further ado, here's a quick breakdown of the teas:

Cost: Ranges from $32-$35

How To Brew:

Add 1 teaspoon of tea per person in tea bag or pot. Steep in less than boiling water (96°C to 98°C) for 5 to 7 minutes.

 It can also be used for cocktails, mocktails, desserts and even cooking if you know how to~ Hahaha! 

TYPES OF WELLNESS TEA

Skin Tea

This blend is packed with powerful antioxidants and phytonutrients to help delay signs of ageing, relieve psoriasis and eczema, and clear acne.

It contains:

• Rooibos: Help prevent wrinkles, heal skin irritations and boost skin radiance.

• Organic Honeybush: Rich in antioxidants to promote skin healing.

• Chamomile: Calming and soothing to reduce skin irritations and neutralise free radicals.

• Lemon Balm: Help repair and tighten skin.

• Fennel: Colon cleansing to flush toxins from liver and gall bladder.

• Ginseng: Help tone and brighten skin.

Beauty Tea

This blend is created to promote healthy skin, liver and kidneys, and to help reverse the damage caused by UV, pollution and other environmental stress on our body. 

It contains:

• Apple: Rich in polyphenols to fight against free radicals.

• Hibiscus: A mild diuretic that aid gradual weight loss, while managing cholesterol and blood pressure.

• Rosehips: Help delay ageing and accelerate skin healing.

• Elderberry, Blackberry, Raspberry, Strawberry: Relieve water retention, cleanse urinary tract and maintain liver and kidney health.

• Sweet Blackberry Leaves: Collagen-forming for healthy skin and hair.

Purify Tea

This blend is a simple, safe and gentle way to aid your body’s inherent ability to boost metabolism, digestion and cleanse these toxins accumulated from our daily lifestyle.

It contains: 

• Organic Ginger: Breaks down accumulated toxins in our organs and cleanse the lymphatic system.

• Organic Lemongrass: Increase blood circulation and relieve fluid retention.

• Organic Liquorice Root: To stimulate the breakdown of fats, balance metabolism, and ease adrenal fatigue.

• Lemon Peel: Support the cleansing of toxins in the liver.

• Organic Spearmint: To alleviate indigestion, cramps, bloating and nausea.

Relax Tea

This blend has been formulated to help sleep or rest better while recovering from the day’s activities. 

It contains:

• Peppermint Leaves: To soothe anxiety, emotional stress, relax digestive muscles and cramps.

• Chamomile Flowers: To relieve insomnia, promote good night’s sleep, and stimulate body’s natural recovery.

• Real Vanilla Bits: For nausea and stomach upsets.

• Bluecorn Flowers: To help relieve water retention, chest congestions and anxiety.

Out of the collection, my favourite teas is the Beauty Tea. Beauty Tea is sweet in taste and smells a lot like Ribena. It tastes great either hot or cold, but on a hot sunny day, drinking it cold is one of life's simple pleasures~!

 NEW IMPROVEMENTS ON EXISTING PRODUCT

I am also glad to share that after receiving reviews from Beauty Influencers and the consumer market, Crème Simon went to relook into how to further improve the product that they have!

I've been informed that the formulation of their Micellar Water Makeup Remover has been improved due to feedbacks that the Micellar Water would sting if it enters the eyes. So with that new found knowledge, I put the theory to the test and I'm glad to report back that it really doesn't sting!

To find out more or to make your purchase, head over to their website & E-shop now!

 There's a new grooming service in town, and this time round it is targeted for men!

TONIC provides a skincare recommendation system that makes it easy for men to find the right skincare products that are appropriate for their skin.

TONIC selects the skincare products based on the efficacy of the skincare product and not by marketing claims, working with skincare experts to select products that contain a sufficient amount of beneficial ingredients, that are effective, and that have minimal known negative side effects.

TONIC kits consist of products selected from brands that include Lab Series, Murad, Clinique for Men, Menscience, Zirh, iS Clinical, Paula’s Choice etc.

HOW TO GET STARTED?

Step 1) Fill in our short skincare questionnaire

It doesn’t need to be 100% accurate, just pick the answer that you think best suits you.

Step 2) Confirm your Kit

TONIC will suggest a skincare regime and products that they believe best suits you. 

You can find out more information about the product’s ingredients, benefits, usage etc by clicking the “?” on the product picture. After clicking the “?” on the product picture you can also ask for an alternative recommendation or choose your own product.

Step 3) Confirm treatments and travel kit

You can add optional targeted treatment such as eye cream/acne topical/clay masks or add free travel size bottles (empty).

Step 4) Check out

You can select whether you want a subscription or just a one-time purchase. Please enter your gift card or discount code here.

STEP 5) Create an Account and Fill in Your Credit Card Details

Create an account by inputting your email and a password. By creating an account with TONIC you can make super simple replenishment orders or reorder an entire kit when you run out.

Finally, fill your credit card details to complete the order.

HOW MUCH DOES IT COST?

TONIC offers two types of kits: 

Minimalist which is the most basic skincare package (2-3 steps morning/night, including washing your face)

OR

Quintessential which includes additional products such as scrubs, toners and serum for those that want a more comprehensive skincare regimen. 

They only charge for the products in your kit, there is no additional charge for our recommendation service or shipping. Each product is FULL-SIZE, with the average minimum range from $190 onwards.

For more information, head over to www.tonicgrooming.com!

Hey Ladies,

I'm back with more exciting affordable makeup from Palladio!

If you haven't read my previous Palladio post on their Velvet Matte Cream Colour, read it here!

Introducing Palladio Velvet Metallic Cream Lip Colour, a shiny "upgrade" of their Top Selling Velvet Matte Cream Colour with flattering metallic pearls to create a striking feminine look. Drench your lips with this supple, creamy formula enhanced with green tea extract and vitamin E, and long-wearing metallic pigments.

VERDICT

Texture:

Pigmented, creamy and moisturising with a metallic finish

Shades:

Benefits:

Soft, flattering metallic finish
Applies with a doe-foot applicator
Botanical & Vitamin Infused- Green tea & Vitamin E
All products & any of the ingredients used are not tested on animals

Ingredients:

Dimethicone, Silica, C 12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Mica, Quaternium-18 Bentonite, Isododecane, Silica Dimethyl Silylate, Phenoxyethanol, Sorbitan Sesquioleate, Ethylhexyglycerin, Water/Aqua, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract, Potassium Sorbate, Sodium Benzoate, Tocopheryl Acetate, Calcium Aluminum Borosilicate, Synthetic Fluorphlogopite, Calcium Sodium Borosilicate, Tin Oxide.

May Contain:Titanium Dioxide (CI 77891), Iron Oxides (CI 77491, CI 77792, CI 77499), Red 6 (CI 15850), Red 7 Lake (CI 15850), Red 28 Lake (CI 45410), Blue 1 Lake (CI 42090).

OVERALL

My favourite Colour from this range is Glided, because not only do I like the name of the shade, I realised that I've never worn any colour like this before and don't you think it suits my complexion really well?!~

My Favourite #velvetmattemetallic Colour is Glided!

 I also like the fact that it feels comfortable on my lips and the metallic hues are not too overpowering or loud, giving it a very refined and classy finish!

What's your favourite shade?

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Because I've got an exciting news for you!

UPCOMING PALLADIO

"WHAT'S YOUR FAVOURITE #VELVETMATTERMETALLIC COLOUR?"

EVENT

To kickstart the launch of Palladio Velvet Metallic Cream Lip Colour, Palladio will be giving out 100 pieces of Metallic Cream Lip Colour (worth $11.90) per day!

Simply comment on the event post on their Facebook page and tell them what’s your favourite #velvetmattemetallic Colour to ensure that you have a chance of having the colour you want!

Event Details:

ION Guardian

26th - 27th May

6pm-8pm

L'OCCITANE 40th Anniversay

To celebrate its 40th Birthday, L'OCCITANE pays tribute to 40 years of true stories and love - with Man and Nature at the heart of its aspiration, as well as with Authenticity, Sensoriality and Community as its core values.

It was an evening full of fun, unlike any other media event I've attended before, we were split into 2 different groups for a mini competition that brought us about different station to expose us to the core values of L'OCCITANE and the natural ingredients used in their products.

It was also during this event that I learnt how L'OCCITANE started a foundation in 2006 to give back to the society, by fighting against avoidable blindness.

In fact, I was surprised to learn that most of their products contains Braille, the system of raised dots that can be read with the finger, to assist people with blindness or low vision when they use their products!

Coming September, the iconic and timeless hand creams from L'OCCITANE get a special design this year to celebrate the 40th years of true stories and love.

And along side these limited edition had creams, L'OCCITANE has also prepared limited edition pouches, tote bags as well as this specialy made L'OCCITANE truck figurine to be give away to L'OCCITANE VIP members with a minimum spend!

 I can't wait for September!

 M.A.C. Art of Lip Event & New Store Opening

POUT! SHOUT! It’s the Art of the Lip!

M·A·C is now open at 313@Somerset and to celebrate its store launch, I spent an afternoon with the magic touch of their makeup artists learning colourful new ways to get lippy-fantastic! I really love the concept of how the event was run with hunky men in skin-tight shirt, giving out cookies in the shape of a lip! Just look at that shirt, I want a shirt like that... It makes a statement, doesn't it? #Lipstickaddict

M·A·C can now be found at 313@Somerset #01-21!

Emirates Singapore Derby Roadshow

For the first time in Singapore Derby history, two public roadshows served as curtain-

raisers to this year’s Emirates Singapore Derby, touted as one of the most anticipated events on the local racing calendar. Racing fans and members of the public enjoyed a series of fun-filled equine activities and interactive sessions with horses at lifestyle destinations over the weekends from 25 June to 10 July this year,, before culminating in the running of the Group 1 Emirates Singapore Derby over 2,000m on turf at the Singapore Racecourse on Sunday, 10 July 2016.

I invited my fellow horse lover, Cara aka Singapore First Mermaid, to join me for this event because I knew that she loves horses. We took a few turns at feeding and patting the lovely majestic white horse that was at Capitol Plaza for the event, as well as a few rounds at Horseshoe Pitching Competition.

Sad to say, we are in serious need of practice for that to even quality... Hahaha!

That's all for June & July!
Until the next What Happened post.

Bishan Swimming Complex

Wet & Wow time at Bishan East Thomson Family Day Pool Carnival

I had quite a splash at the Bishan East-Thomson Wet & Wow! Family Day Pool Carnival that happened on 28th May 8am to 1pm, at theBishan Sports Swimming Complex this year. Featuring over 20 novelty water, sports, arts activities and performances, it promised a fantabulous good time for all ages with exciting activities that includes Pool Games and Rides, Sports Games Stations, Nila and Team Singapore Meet & Greet, Swim with the Mermaids, Sports Mural Wall Painting, Humaniticity Arts Booth, Hourly Lucky Draws, Photo Contest and more!

It was the very first time that I got to perform as a mermaid in front of a live crowd with adults and children. Yes, that means no googles, swimming with my tail and lots of breath holding! The most enjoyable part of it was swimming with the children and witnessing how amused they are with swimming with us. Even the adults were having a great time, requesting for lots of photo opportunities!

If you are interested in having mermaids for your events and parties, please feel free to head over to here for more info!

Yunomori Onsen & Spa Singapore

Authentic Japanese Onsen & Spa Experience

Spanning more than 16,000 sq ft, Yunomori Onsen & Spa can by found in Kallang Wave Mall within Sports Hub. It hosts a total of 11 pools with six variations of baths and other facilities such as sauna, steam bath, massage and spa treatment rooms, shower area, a dining cafe, lounge, locker facilities and luggage concierge service for travelers on the go.

Yunomori’s Onsen entrance fee is $28+ for children & seniors, and $38+ for adults. This fee allows access to the onsen facilities for the entire day to try out all the different variation of baths available. Customers can add-on massage and spa treatments from the Spa Menu available.

Click here for more information.

Singapore Art Museum

Odyssey Exhibition

Delving into the deep, Imaginarium: Over the Ocean, Under the Sea – the sixth edition of SAM’s children-focused annual exhibition – invites adventurers of all ages into the watery realms of our Earth as seen through the eyes of contemporary artists.

A whimsical introduction to the many stories and ideas that surround seascapes, Imaginarium: Over the Ocean, Under the Sea presents tactile and interactive works that encourage discovery through exploration and play. 

At SAM at 8Q, young people are invited to comb the shores and navigate the deep where they make the acquaintance of mysterious denizens and underwater wonders. SAM hopes that, as protectors of the future, all young visitors will also think about the impact we have on the natural world, and of how, through inventive and wise ideas, we can save our earth and its awe-inspiring oceans.

 Exhibition is open til 28 August 2016.

Stylecon Asia 2016

First style & beauty Influencer centric event

StyleHaul partnered with Gushcloud to create STYLECON ASIA 2016, the first style & beauty Influencer centric event that will happen across 4 cities in Southeast Asia!

STYLECON ASIA is designed with beauty influencer in mind, and I was invited to join them and have a fun day talking and sharing great ideas and tips for my daily beauty routine with my favourite beauty gurus. 

I had work on the day of the event but I took a few hours off so that I could head down for the Makeup & Fashion Stylestudio Workshop with Beauty Carousel and got to meet YouTuber, Bubzbeauty!

I got to pick up some easy to follow and quick makeup tips using K-Palette products.

One Raffles Place

Find Your Eco-Style

This May, One Raffles Place (ORP) Shopping Mall launched the first ever Great Green Sale to encourage people to shop with a spirit of environmental awareness. With the theme, Find your Eco-style, ORP introduced a range of exciting eco-friendly workshops and exhibitions designed to inspire shoppers to make a stand for the environment. ORP partnered with local artist and tenants to come up with specially curated activities for shoppers. One of the workshop that caught my eye was their T-shirt Scarf Workshop (4,11 & 18 June, 3pm) All shoppers have to do was to spend $280 to qualify for registration and bring along an old T-shirt for the workshop.

And that concludes all that happened for May & the first part of June!

Til the next What Happened post.

Hi Peeps!

I decided to start another category to do a quick cover of all the events & activities I was involved in just to share with all of you what happened or what's happening in Singapore.

THE BODY SHOP

I was invited to The Body Shop Summer Party to learn more about guarding our skin against the elements, and get drunk on the atmosphere (and hydration!) with moisture-rich additions to The Body Shop most iconic skincare range! Do feel free to let me know which range you would like me to do a review on!

Vitamin E Range

The Body Shop recently made their best-selling Moisture Cream and new additions to the range work even harder by infusing these new and improved formulas with the moisture power of 100% natural origin hyaluronic acid, in addition to the antioxidising power of wheatgerm oil. 

So that users can enjoy the lightweight textures and love with added minimum 48H hydration for smoother, healthier-looking skin that’s perfectly plumped with moisture

Launched Date: 19 May 2016

Pinita Colada Range

Introducing the new Special Edition Piñita Colada range from The Body Shop, bursting with fresh fruitiness, it is a match made in tropical paradise. From palm treetops to ochre sunsets, this is where skin-quenching, body buffing, summer loving begins.

Launched Date: 9 June 2016

Polynesian Island Tiare Range

Fly away to the Polynesian Islands this summer and surround yourself with the exotic scent of The Body Shop's new Polynesian Island Tiaré eau de toilette, made from young buds that are handpicked before the morning dew to preserve the brightest, freshest, purest scent. 

The luminous blossoms of tiaré have been used by generations of Polynesian women to adorn their hair and perfume their sun kissed skin.

Launched Date: 9 June 2016

Skin Defence Range

The Body Shop created this gentle formula that’s completely vegetarian and formulated without parabens, mineral oils and paraffins. Infused with a blend of red algae extract, vitamin C and Community Trade marula oil, not only does it help protect your skin, it also gives you a brighter, healthier-looking and more even complexion day after day.

Launched Date: 28 April 2016

NATIONAL MUSEUM OF SINGAPORE

Treasures Of The World from The British Museum

Explore the finest artifacts the world has to offer at this highly-anticipated exhibition from the British Museum in London!

Featuring stunning relics from ancient civilizations and treasures spanning Africa, Oceania and the Middle East, as well as Europe, Asia and the Americas, this extensive collection encompasses over two million years of abundant culture and history. Closer to home, the exhibition also includes items from the personal collection of Sir Stamford Raffles, such as a Javanese mask and a kris and scabbard dating back to the early 19th century.

This exhibition is available until the end of May 2016! For more info, click here.

SHAKESPEARE IN THE PARK

Romeo and Juliet

Brought to you by the company that has captivated thousands each year with its successful productions of The Tempest, The Merchant of Venice, Othello, Twelfth Night, Macbeth, A Midsummer Night’s Dream and Much Ado About Nothing. 

"For never was a story of more woe than this of Juliet and her Romeo."

Romeo & Juliet is a tale of sweet forbidden love, a bitter family feud and a timeless romance eternally sealed with a kiss. Revel in the chance to witness this classic romance brought from page to stage by an amazing cast at Shakespeare in the Park.

Directed by internationally renowned director, Daniel Slater, Shakespeare in the Park promises to be the outdoor cultural event of the year.

Spread your picnic blanket under the stars and relish in the greatest love story ever told – Romeo & Juliet.

Event Date

Wed, 27 Apr - Mon, 23 May 2016 7.30pm

For more info, click here.

ETUDE HOUSE SINGAPORE

Bugis Junction

Located in the heart of the city, ETUDE HOUSE Bugis Junction outlet opened on 5 May with new services and interactive elements, be prepared to be charmed by all things sweet, fun and whimsical as you step into the store!

In celebration of the launch of the new ETUDE HOUSE store,Korean YouTube sensation and blogger – PONY was there for the media opening to share with us 2 makeup looks to create: Clubbing Disco Queen & Strobing.

For the Clubing Disco Queen Makeup Look, it was demonstrated on Miyuki with PONY's Clubbing Disco Queen Set:

• Real Powder Cushion
• Curl Fix Lash Perm Mascara #1 (black)
• Play 101 Pencil #1
• Tint My Brows Gel #1

Price: $59.00 (UP $84.80)

And for the Strobing Demostration, it was with Qiu Qiu using PONY's MUST-HAVE: Goodbye Contouring, Hello Strobing! Set

• Real Powder Cushion
• Play 101 Contour Stick DUO
• Play 101 Stick #12
• Play 101 Stick Brush

Price: $67.00 (UP $97.00)

Other notable promotion worth mentioning is:
Pony's MUST-HAVE: Real Powder Special Set

• Real Powder Cushion
• Refill X 1pc

Price: $40.00 (UP $48.00)

CANDELA COSMETICS

I was invited to be one of the first few to preview Singapore's up and coming luxury makeup brand, Candela Cosmetics, and come discover the inspirational story behind the beauty brand created to meet the needs of a 21st century modern woman.

However, being a blur sotong that I am... I forgot about the event until I saw fellow blogger friends posting about it on Instagram (Thank god for people who really do Insta-gram) and rushed down to learn a little bit about the brand and the products.

I love how all of their products are formulated with naturally derived ingredients, yet they still have the intense color payoff that products with harsh chemicals do.

Check out the swatches:

Swatches of Perfecting Crème Blush, from Left to Right: Pacific Coral, Bougainvillea and Fire & Spice

Swatches of Luxe Moisture Lipstick, from Left to Right: Guava, Iconic and Chase 

Swatches of Invigorating Coconut Water Foundation, from Left to Right: Chiffon, Cider and Cinnamon

For more info, click here.

BEVY.C

ISETAN Seragoon Central

I was invited to the grand opening of BEVY C. first permanent counter at ISETAN Singapore to check out the other product range that are available here. Having reviewed their Lumiwhite Collection, I was interested to find out more about their makeup products but by the end of the introduction session... I found myself looking forward to their Oil-Control range! Hahaha!

Click here to read my review on BEVY.C Lumiwhite Collection.

And that's all the exciting events and activities for the first half of May~!

Til the next "What Happened" post!