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  KEVIN.MURPHY HYDRATE ME WASH & RINSE Review
Kevin Murphy Hydrate Me Wash/Rinse

Today I will be sharing my (3 weeks) experience with Kevin Murphy’s Hydrate Me series! So, first of all, I will be introducing the brand and the person behind this brand so that you get a level of understanding before reading my reviews about the products.

The founder (Kevin Murphy) behind this brand was unsatisfied with conventional haircare products on the market, he turned to advanced skincare technology to deliver weightless texture with gentle formulas
using natural ingredients. The results are products that feature vitamins and amino acids to repair and thicken
hair; weightless moisturizers from high-end skincare smooth and soften hair, while antioxidants from fruits and flowers reduce hair breakage and chemical damage.

The best part about Kevin.Murphy products are sulphate-free, paraben-free  and cruelty-free! All their packaging are 100% recyclable and it’s light-weight. 



Let’s pause for a moment to read on my overall review about this product (before I go on sharing more about how you can redeem the product if you are seeking for a change of hair care product).

  1. Packaging?! (One of the top reasons why I get so many products and ended up not using them)
    I can’t deny that the packaging is the most interesting packaging I’ve ever seen for a hair care products. Best of all is that it’s compact!
  2. What do I think about the texture of the shampoo?
    Nothing interesting about the texture, quite a typical shampoo texture.
  3. What does the shampoo smells like?
    It smells like sweet prune - pretty weird I know. Smells great for my hair too!
  4. How was the process like when shampoo is applied on your hair?
    Apparently after the first 3 washes, the shampoo have soften my hair and it did not get all tangled up while washing. You will know how frustrating it is to wash bleached hair and your hair will not de-tangle until you move on to the conditioning part. This hair care series definitely helped me greatly!
  5. What is my hair texture like after using them (base on a 3 weeks usage, on an alternate day basis)?
    I try not to be lazy to dry and flat iron my hair after towel-drying because if I don’t, my hair looks like a dead bunch of hay. Now that I have been on this for about 3 weeks, I began to feel alright to be lazy because my hair definitely look better than before!
  6. Final verdict? I will recommend to my friends who are seeking for a change. It may work better for you than your current! 👌🏻
Texture of the shampoo is as interesting as it smells - not very liquid-ish, feels great on hair!

& now back to the product, Kevin.Murphy haircare products are created using gentle formulas and natural ingredients!

The HYDRATE.ME range is suitable for people who live in dry climate or has naturally
dry hair.

(HYDRATE-ME.WASH is a Kakadu Plum infused moisture delivery shampoo)

Key features and benefits – Sulphate and Paraben free, smoothing, adds shine and moisture, creates silky feel, pH 6.3 to 7.0. ☑️Contains Kakadu Plum, native to the Australian Northern Territory, this fruit has the highest concentration on Vitamin C of any known plant
☑️Contains Bergamot Essential Oil, a natural source of Vitamin C
☑️Contains Hydrolysed Silk Extracts, smoothing the surface of the hair to lock in moisture
☑️Contains Vitamin A, an antioxidant and cellular renewal ingredient that smoothes the appearance of the hair shaft and increases elasticity derived from palm oil
☑️ Contains Vitamin C, which stimulates production of Elastin and Collagen, maintaining hair’s lustre and elasticity. It also maintains colour whilst preventing the loss of hair and premature greying. Vitamin C is a natural detoxifier and aids in improving scalp circulation
☑️Contains Jojoba Esters, adds moisture to the hair, makes hair more resilient to tangles, and avoids damage and split ends
☑️Contains Shea Butter, delivery moisture to dry or damaged hair from the roots to the very tips. Protecting against weather damage, dryness and brittleness. Absorbs quickly and completely into hair and scalp without clogging the cuticle. It is particularly beneficial for heat-treated hair (straightened/curled). 
☑️Contains Evening Primrose Oil, which is high in Omega 6, hydrates and softens the hair. 
☑️Contains Phospholipids that are hydrophilic, sucking moisture from the air around and draw it to the hair.

(HYDRATE-ME.RINSE is a Kakadu Plum infused moisture delivery conditioner)

Key features and benefits - Sulphate and Paraben free, smoothing, adds
shine and moisture, creates silky feel, pH 4.5 – 5.5
☑️Similar to HYDRATE-ME.WASH, it contains Kakadu Plum, Jojoba Esters, Shea
Butter and Evening Primrose Oil
☑️Also contains Micro Algae, a stress manager for the hair to supply the cells
with energy. It makes the hair become more radiant and adds luminosity
☑️Contains Vitamin B7 which is beneficial for hair growth and overall hair
health. It strengthens both the hair follicles and the hair shaft
☑️Contains Sunflower Oil, a natural sunscreen for the hair. It is also high in
Omega 6. Sunflower Oil contains Tocopherals (oil soluble antioxidants) and Cinnmic Acid (natural UV protector)

After reading my blog and wish to redeem a set, it’s now available at Sample Store site for members while stocks last! (PS: Membership is free!!)


Get yours today!


  Getting myself travel-insured with AXA@POST
This is an update of my recent trip to Seoul, Korea! So excited to share about my experience in Korea and how I am covered during this period of my holiday!

Definitely, the first few things that will come in mind before you plan to travel out of Singapore will be deciding which travel insurance you should get and most of it are available online for the ease of your time.

So apparently I came across my email that AXA@POST was having a discount for their single trip plan travel insurance and of course I went through all the information before putting my heart at ease to make the purchase for my boyfriend and I.

The purchase process was seamless and was generally quick - all insurance policy as well as the policy coverage that you need to know have been stated before your purchase. You can immediately print out the e-letter from the email you will receive upon confirmation of your payment (no waiting game)!!

So basically here's what the policy coverage in general includes:

1. High medical coverage of up to SGD600,000
2. Protection for lost or damaged belongings up to $10,000
3. Leisure sports cover
4. Personal accident cover starts before trip
5. Only buy what you need: choose from golf equipment cover, sports equipment cover, rental vehicle excess cover, and other optional benefits.

Before making the purchase you have to ensure that your purchase are made only eligible for Singapore citizens, Singapore PRs, or holders of a valid employment or student pass, long-term social visit or dependent pass.

If you are planning a holiday for a family of more than 1 with a capacity of 20 adults and 9 children (non-family or for group tour, this insurance policy also covers adults and children who are not related to one another), you can make the purchase with the single trip plan - must be the same travel date and destination.

If you are someone who travel often in a year, there's an annual multi-trip plan available for a maximum capacity of 2 adult family member and 9 children (children must be related to either adults insured under the same policy)!

You may visit: http://www.singpost.com/more-services/financial-services/axapost/smarttraveller to find out more AXA@POST policies.

Stay tuned for my next post sharing more about my days in Korea!

See you!


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  J&J Hair Identity Experience & Review
It has been about 1.5 weeks after making my visit to J&J Hair Identity Salon located at Katong. I am going to share what is so unique about this hair salon in Katong. First of many all, the hair dyes that they are using are Certified Organic ingredients and alongside with ECOCERT certified hair care products! 


My agenda wasn't all about just getting my hair dyed but also to learn a lot more from my hair stylist of the differences between an organic and non-organic hair dyes - I used to frequent salons in the past to dye my hair but the only one thing I dislike the most is to smell that strong ammonia smell from the dyes that's applied to my hair. 

I'm really excited and happy to share my experience over at J&J Hair Identity salon and I will breaking down into parts of the process.


It was a privilege for me to be able to choose any of the colours in the hair chart! The brand of dye that they were using on me was Natulique. Below are the colours I was putting into consideration for during that first 5-10mins at the salon. *I was spoilt with choices but continue reading and find out why I went back to dark*




In the next 5-10mins, I couldn't come with a conclusion with which colour to dye (even though I was consulted by the hair stylist) and I do not want to bleach my hair at all. My hair stylist asked me that one question that helped very much in terms of what Colour I should dye than want. He asked what would I want to achieve after I leave the salon and the outcome of the colour after a few wash.

& so..... I have decided to proceed with my choice of having a healthy looking hair colour than something fanciful. 

Of course, dyes are still dyes, it will still somehow or rather bring damage to your hair but for organic ingredients dye, it lessens the damage. During the process of getting my hair dyed, I wasn't able to really smell anything from the dye and my scalp does not itch from dye at all!

The dye applied to my hair was left wrapped in the cling wrap on my head for about close to 45 minutes before I was asked to move to the back of the salon to have my hair rinsed. The ambience of the whole salon was calm and peaceful. It was just so comforting. After all the rinse, they applied Natulique hair care product for protection purpose. 


Drying then styling and some photo-taking session too with the mega in house ring light!



Also, if you are looking for hair care products that are of organic ingredients, they do carry the brand in-store as well. Products such as shampoos, conditioners, hair oil and even hairstyling products!




Before

After


The hair stylist make sure that everything went well and explained really well about the products and what to and not to. Not was I only sold by his words but it definitely made me feel like revisiting them again! Also, J&J Hair Identity Salon is on the first hair salon in Singapore to carry Natulique hair and hair care products.

Do check out my Instagram for more and do follow them if you wish to keep up with their works!

Many of my associates complimented the colour outcome. Until today my hair is still feeling as soft as I first visited the salon and the colour has turn out to be lighter than how it was at the salon which is what I am expecting! I am looking forward to how else the colour can fade into.

Do read more about there following products and more at http://www.natulique.com!

& I'm definitely looking to share more in the near future!

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  Twinning at Wild Wild Wet's New Ride!
Hi All!

This my second event with Sample Store and it is something different from their usual campaigns. This time round was a campaign in collaboration with Wild Wild Wet at Downtown East (Pasir Ris), one of the best family friendly attraction in Singapore on the 4th of June, Sunday. It has been awhile since I last visited WWW (about 4 years back?) The entrance was no longer near the used to be S$1 entrance chalet!-



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Wild Wild Wet is known to be one of the best water park in Singapore for family time over the weekends or school holidays. My parents used to booked a chalet for a family staycation near E!hub during school holidays. Families can also find many kids friendly activity at Downtown East today! - eXplorerkid is one of the place you can bring your kids to have fun worry-free. eXplorerkid is also available at AMKhub if you don't know!

Times have changed and now the S$1 entrance fee chalets at Downtown have changed into D'resort a chalet designed into modern looking rooms/suites suitable for all occasions.

The key of this blog is that I will be sharing will be the rides that I have taken on that particular Sunday morning. In this particular campaign we were invited to try on this Singapore's longest inflatable freestyle water slide ride that is lengthen at 50m long! Also, if you read throughout, you may find yourself leaving my blog with good deals!

I would like to thank Sample Store as well as Wild Wild Wet for taking care of my face and skin well -



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The goodies includes Banana Boat Face Sunscreen as well as a full size sunblock for body! They did not only provided us with sun protection product, they also include shampoos, body wash and a conditioner!

After getting myself prepped to stay under the sun for the day, me and my boyfriend (Marcus) headed to a tent where they had cater food for Sample Store's blogger and influencers to get their tummy filled.
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Everything there tasted amazing, some of the great food that I did not manage to capture in time while it was nicely displayed like the above hahaha~

After getting our tummy filled, we went for our first ride (the purpose why we went down for. It is to try the 50m long free style inflatable slide ride!
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We did not manage to slide all the way till the end because the end point was so near to the start point but I had fun sliding down however I want. This "Woosh" ride will only be at Wild Wild Wet until the 30th of July 2017. So head down soon with your friends or family! (Find out how you can earn yourself a good deal by visiting Wild Wild Wet below)

We headed to the "lazy river" ride after this and many other like Tsunami or Ohh La La! -



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Now, I would like to share with you some of the good deals Wild Wild Wet is currently offering to families and friends!

They are currently running a "Seeing Double" promotion whereby you just need to dress identical outfit or swimwear for,

  • 1-for-1 Admission to Wild Wild Wet!
  • 50% off stays at D'Resort!
  • 1-for-1 Bowling Game at OrchidBowl
  • 1-for-1 Playtime at eXplorerkid



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"Seeing Double" promotion will end on 31st July 2017! So hurry down now with your partner/family/friends to enjoy the above promo!

Those who will be uilising the "Seeing Double" promo, do also hop in to their current ongoing "Twin & Win" Instagram contest where you might possibly win yourself a 2D1N stay at the very new D'Resort + $300 worth of Downtown East vouchers! Please see below for the guidelines -


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For detailed information, visit https://www.downtowneast.com.sg/seeingdouble/ to find out more about their "Seeing Double" promotion!

I would like to end of this post to thank Sample Store (www.samplestore.com) and Wild Wild Wet for the invite and you for reading till the end!

Have a great week ahead and I will see you guys in the next one :)

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  Sample Store x Sing!China Season 2 Beauty Show
Good Evening readers!

Today I will be sharing about my recent visit to Sample Store's very first beauty show in collaboration with SING!China Season 2 grand finalists.

The event was held at Carnivore Brazilian Churrascaria at The Shoppes at Marina Bay Sands.

Lunch was provided at the time of the event as well!


Hossan Leong was the host of Sample Store's Beauty Show alongside with Candy Tiong, a senior make-up artist in the beauty industry! She reviewed on items that are currently sold on BeautyKeeper online site: http://beauty-keeper.com/


BeautyKeeper sells beauty tools & products from Taiwan without you having to travel to make the purchases!

Products that were sampled on the SING!China Grand Finalists and what I have learnt during the Beauty Show.

Pulsed Mask Foaming Face Cleanser (50ml)
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Minimal or no water is needed to use this product. Just need to pump a few pumps on your palm and apply evenly onto face and the cleanser will start foaming up in less than a minute! While the cleanser foams, it acts as an agent to clean what's underneath the pores.

Usage: 
Retains and promotes hydration after usage of the product without leaving skin feeling tight and dry. Good for individuals who have oily and sensitive skin!

All-Belle Natural Lash (Assorted Type)
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I remember purchasing and using this brand of lashes few years back. What I love about these lashes is that the lash bone are flexible and soft. It does not hurt your eyes when it's glued to your lash line. While some other brands which I have previously use in the past, the lash bones were thick and not so flexible it hurts the eye.

What's the best thing about All-Belle range is that most of their lashes are natural looking and it doesn't look too heavy for any day make-up.

All-Belle lashes are made with anti-bacteria Oxy-Fibre material. They are also sterilised to meet the safety requirement usage.

Bright Whitening Ultra-Water Facial Mask
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It comes in a prestige looking box with three test tubes. Each individual test tube contains serum/essence with a sheet of mask for one time usage only.

This box of mask comes with a small bottle of efficiency essence which is suppose to be added in the test tubes to increase the effect of the mask!

Remaining essence in the test tubes can be used within the next 7-10 days.

Usage:
Mainly for brightening and moisturising effect. It also helps to repair skin damage.

Rosy Pink Moisture Dew
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This product can be use on the lips, areola and (SURPRISINGLY) private parts. It is mentioned that there is an active ingredient, Lumiskin which helps brighten dull are and reduces melanin.

Personal Review:
It's an oil based product but does not leave my lips feeling too oily (in a disgustingly manner)! Love this product the most as it helps me to achieve great natural lip look without having the need to apply my lipstick over it.

Will be updating on my personal reviews when I have more time to do so but meanwhile stay tuned for more updates!

Follow SampleStore for any upcoming events and BeautyKeeper for other products available online for purchase! 


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