My Chinese New Year 2015

Alright, this is like a super delayed post, I admit. But still, I've had an amazing Chinese New Year celebration and I wanted to document it so I've decided to pen this down with loads of photos! Read if you're interested to see how I spent my holidays, my last break before I started working haha. 

As a kid, I've always loved CNY and my family is a huge part of the reason why I love the festivities so much. Sometimes I see those CNY ads where people don't even want to find time to go home and I can't comprehend it.. Chinese New Year is such a joyous and fun time of celebration, albeit losing more of its traditional touch in these few years, but it is still a great way to remember tradition and reminisce good times spent with family. 

PS: Sorry the photos are blurred and the dimensions are kinda wonky because I took them with my iPhone mostly and some are cropped square to fit Instagram :p Still really bummed that I couldn't have my cam baby with me to capture the wonderful memories!

PS: You can find out more about my CNY outfits HERE! Yes, all 15 days! 

PPS: I just realised square photos look really bad on the computer lol.

CNY Eve

Our family's schedule for New Year is pretty much fixed every year. We always start off by waking up super early in the morning to pray, then head off to the temple to pay respects to my late grandfather and aunt. After prayers, we will drop by Aeon to buy fresh sashimi for our special yeesang tomorrow morning before heading home for a steamboat feast, final spring cleaning and then head to my grandma's house for reunion dinner that night.

So yeah, we pretty much spend the day just eating lots and lots of homecooked food. :p This year was ultra special cos we did a potluck and one of my aunt ordered a peng chai from Dragon-i. It's basically a pot filled with all the goodies that you're supposed to have for New Year including abalone, prawns, scallops, etc to represent abundance. There were SO much food we couldn't even finish 'em :o

First yeesang of the year!

After dinner this year, we got to play fireworks and firecrackers! I'm still a kid at heart because I love playing these things lol. Love this photo cos we look like Harry Potter wizards :3

Before midnight, we always make it a point to stop by my maternal grandma's side to pray to the God of Fortune and/or God of Luck. My cousin Xynna FaceTimed us from the UK so I got everyone to gather and take a family photo for her haha. Spot her in the phone XD

12midnight - Happy New Year!!! It's like freaking World War 3 at my gram's place every year and you can literally see fireworks going off 360degrees when you're standing outside. It's such a magnificent (and noisy) sight!

Gramma said we have a Kong Ming lantern or sky lantern leftover from last year so we took it out to play haha. We're so used to playing this that we don't bother writing wishes on it now XD

Also, it was my idea for us three to wear the same DC Comic shirts dad bought us from the Superheroes Cafe in Puteri Harbour haha.

Final stop at Aunt Mary's house to play MORE fireworks and firecrackers before we head home for the night.

CNY Day 1

Freshest and most luxurious yeesang ever! We always look forward to starting the day off with our own little family specialty yeesang - shredded vegetables, salmon, the occassional abalone and topped off with lemon juice. Super easy to make but also super yummy. Wish we could have this everyday :p

Mum also cooks these sweet dessert for us which is supposed to represent sweetness for the year ahead, I guess.

After um, breakfast (?), we head to my paternal gramma's house to bainian. Nowadays dad gambles with the kids haha and I realised that I haven't gambled in recent years! Too lazy meh.

Dad's friends comes over every year to visit before we go to my maternal gramma's house for dinner. Because my mum has no time to cook, we usually tapao food for the guests. This year it's German beer food from Bierhaus, Austin. While waiting for the food, we ordered a bottle of white wine which comes with two tapas for our tea break. Enjoy life betul :p

CNY Day 2

No idea why we put firecrackers for our home on the 2nd day of Lunar New Year.. Cos 1st day can't sweep floor I guess? Haha.

The second day of CNY is usually the most fun for us cos we have a big family gathering at my granduncle and grandaunt's place. They will cook our fave food that are "exclusively" for CNY and being the gluttons that we are, we always look forward to these dishes :p I forgot to take pics of the food but I did bring my selfie stick so there were a lot of selfies taken. Allow me to spam you with selfies/wefies.

My two youngest cousin sisters literally spammed my phone like crazy with their selfies haha.

2nd Aunt usually cooks for us on the night of the second day and this year it's her very own rendition of peng chai! Super flavourful and yummy (Y)

Love this! Haven't taken a pic with all the cousins in a long time as we hardly meet now. Missing Xynna~

Jeff <3

Um, had to insert a selfie somewhere =P

CNY Day 3

The third day of CNY also happens to be my grandfather's death anniversary. Gramma cooks a huge feast and after prayers, we get to dig in to the yummy dishes! She also makes a huge plate of yeesang with a special plum sauce which we absolutely love because it's so appetising and fresh!

BEST. SOUP. EVER. Nyonya style itik tim or kiam chai ark, as we call it in Teochew, that nobody else seems to be able to cook better than her. She cooks up a HUGE pot of this with one whole duck and we manage to sapu finish every year without fail cos that's how good it is.

This year, the bf was ill so we only got to meet on the third day. Dropped by a few relatives' house to bainian before going to his house and spent some time with his family!

That night was the most fun night as usual cos my uncle will invite a famous lion and dragon dance to perform at his place for good luck every year. This year will be the last time he's hosting a big party like this so it was extra grand, imo.

Why is it so grand? Because this year, he invited glow-in-the-dark and LED lion & dragon dance! How cool is that! We suaku never watch before lah so we were super looking forward to it. They even had UV lights placed around the courtyard and we all looked psychadelic and shit.

Hi, we're Avatars.

I'm just gonna let the photos do the talking.

Hahaha. Every childhood ruined XD

The whole thing lasted for about 2 hours and we had like a mini chingay at my uncle's home. Woohoo so fun! It was like a freaking rave dy and we 'partied' till midnight or so before heading back.

CNY Day 4

Day 4 was spent having lunch w my aunt and we had Jap food! Can never get sick of it. Something other than Chinese food finally. Haha. Not that I'm complaining but I just super love my sushi and sashimi <3

After lunch, my parents and aunt & uncle decided that they wanted to take it slow for the day and go for a relaxing massage. We picked up my gramma and whilst they had their massages upstairs, my sis did her back massage and I did a pedicure. First time paying for this and erm, kinda con lor cos all the masseuse did was scrub off dead skin from my feet =_=

Whoa, digging for gold in a cave or what? Anyway we were done pretty quickly so my sis and I went over to Sutera Mall to shop after that. Got some pretty good buys for myself, woot!

My eldest cousin invited us over to her house for the first time for a steamboat dinner and our 4th (?) yeesang of the year. No photos of food but here's a collage with my cute niece.

CNY Day 5

Finally got to spend some time with my friends! I think this might just be the first time I went and bainian at friends' place in JB lol. Went to Dan's house first, met Eunice for lunch before dropping by Erica's place. Karaoke plan tak jadi but it's ok T.T

Cafe Racer by Grillbar. Food is good, just a little pricey. I love the soft-shell crab burger and lamb chop! We also had a little surprise for Erica's advanced birthday there and Eunice gave me my belated birthday gift from her and En :3

Baes <3

Dinner with Erica & Dan at some Taiwanese restaurant near my place, dapao-ed onigiri and last stop was my place. We played cards with my siblings and chat till 1am+ that day. Probably also the first time my friends spent so long at my place haha.

CNY Day 6

Image from kronik

Didn't do much the whole day except go for KTK dinner and movie with my fam. Kingsman was not bad! Ticket prices are crazy now btw :o

READ ABOUT CNY DAY 7 - 9 ABOUT MY TRIP TO KL HERE!

CNY Day 9

Haha sudden jump because I went up to KL the remaining days, which I'll be blogging about in another post. Anyway, I came back in the evening and bf picked me up. Went for a quick dinner of my favourite fried oyster omelette which I've been craving forever. Seriously, best oyster omelette in JB is at Queenspark Hawker at Perling (unless you can suggest to me a better one).

After dinner, the bf brought me for ice-cream at The Ice-Cream Project, which he had promised to bring me since my birthday. TIP serves only limited flavours of nitrogen ice-cream. It's quite pricey but overall quite nice lah, since you can't find this anywhere else in JB. I'd give it another try just to make sure haha. We bumped into his uni friends there so I just ate while they talked, basically. :p

CNY Day 10

Didn't do much except sleep, sleep and sleep. The whole extended family came over for dinner that night and we had our n'th yeesang whee.

CNY Day 11

1st day of March - also the bf's birthday! I made a cow bento for him. It's harder than it looks but I think I did a pretty good job? Haha. He says he loves Japanese curry but I play cheat lah got the instant packet and just heated it up for him haha. I guess he loved his surprise?

Dropped by CS after lunch to do some shopping. We saw the 1600 Pandas again! Got him a pair of Levi's cos his old jeans were quite tattered dy.

Dinner at Chef''s Table. I liked the place when I went there for Carousell Meetup back in January so I decided to bring him there. The food is well-prepared and service is exceptional. I forgot the name of the dishes but the chicken dish that I had was so good!

Surprise cake! When I called and booked, I got the blueberry cheesecake cos I had no idea what else they had on the menu. Didn't expect it to be deconstructed and so nicely presented!

Happy Birthday, my love ♥

CNY Day 12

My first day at work! Ok lah doesn't really count as CNY-log dy but I was still in the mood so why not document it? Haha. Everything's going great so far at work, in case you're wondering :)

CNY Day 13

Random photo of my breakfast XD

CNY Day 14

Random photo with the kids.

CNY Day 15

No photo dy so here's a photo of a random strawberry that my aunt planted XD Finally the last day of CNY! It's also my lunar birthday so I get extra angpaos, yay XD Every year, without fail, I listen to the story of how my mum was in the hospital giving birth to me when everyone was having reunion dinner haha.

(Pre) Chingay

Many don't really know what's Chingay. It's actually a procession of the Gods and it's held from the 20th - 22nd day of CNY (if I'm not mistaken). It's a huge event, some people purposely take leave from work just to be there for the whole ceremony. That's why I say that CNY doesn't truly end for Johoreans until Chingay is over. I didn't go for the actual procession but I did go to the temple the night before to pray. Love how they decorate it so nicely! 

24-drums performance that was quite impressive! They're so disciplined. There were also Chinese operas, choirs, etc so the whole place was crowded.

Bumped into my cousin sis and baby niece! 

Ending the loooonnnngggg post with this gorgeous photo I snapped by accident. I'm glad I got to spend CNY with my friends and family before I plunged into the working world (not as much holidays now T.T). I love spending CNY every year no matter how different, how boring because it reminds me of good times. :) 

I hope you've had a great celebration too because everyone deserves to be happy! :)

Cheers,

Carinn ♥

Beauty: Clinelle WhitenUp EE Cream

Hi guys! It's the middle of the month now and I haven't really blogged omg. I am such a lazy blogger. Anyway, I'm back with a quick review on a new makeup product that I've been sent to try out. A little late in posting about the Instagram contest though, but I'll still share my thoughts on the product itself. 

Clinelle was founded in 2003 and have since then expanded their brand to pharmacies around Malaysia and Hong Kong. Using an integrated Envinix system, Clinelle frees the skin from rapid internal and external environmental pollution that affects the skin. It might be interesting to know that the brand name is made up of two words - Clin and Elle. 'Clin' means 'clinically tested' while 'Elle' means 'Light'. With its RX3 Action to Repair, Refine and Reshield using an integrated Envinix™ system, Clinelle products gives the skin optimum tolerance and health. The products are dermatologically tested and contains no artificial coloring, fragrance, lanolin, mineral oil, SD-alcohol and comedogenic ingredients - the 6 secret to having happy skin.

The packaging is similar to a CC Cream that I've reviewed before, in a shiny purple box. Sadly, the box was damaged during delivery but luckily the tube inside was still intact. All Clinelle products are formulated using the latest technology in skincare from laboratories in France, USA & Korea. Just launched in January 2015, this product is endorsed by Ella Chen of S.H.E!

We've heard about BB and CC creams but what is EE Cream, you say? The 1st All-in-One Clinelle WhitenUP EE (Even Effect) Cream SPF  50 PA+++ is the latest generation tinted moisturiser that corrects and evens out every flaw and skin concern. With exclusive Advanced Skin Perfection Tri-Complex delivers 15 beauty effects in just one touch, without looking heavy or cakey while giving protection and skincare benefits. This 15-in-1 EE Cream has been dermatologically tested for tolerance and efficacy and is Paraben-free, manufactured in lovely Korea, making it suitable for all skin types.

Peel off the silver protective sticker before you use. The Clinelle WhitenUP EE Cream SPF 50 PA+++ has:-

♥ Whitening & Anti-aging Complex derived from Purple Rice Extract which prevents melanin formation and anti-aging Peptite to reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.

♥ Hydration System with innovative micro-encapsulated Aqua Capsules (water droplets form when you spread out the cream) to lock in moisture for all day hydration and instant cooling effects. It also has Hyaluronnic Acid to hold up to approximately 1000 times its own weight in moisture.

♥ Skin Protection Complexed derived from natural Sea Buckthorns to supply nutrients and promote skin restoration while Chamomila is an antioxidant to boost skin defence, soothe and calm skin sensitivity. Also comes with SPF 50PA+++ for 8 hours of sun protection.

The cream comes out in a light brown colour and looks quite watery. The cream is lightweight, smooth and non-greasy to soften and supple the skin for an even, fresh-faced complexion.

After spreading it out, I notice a lack of moisture droplets on my hand but rather, it seems kind of chalky? It also settles into the fine lines of my hand. The plus point is that it is easy to spread out and leaves a cooling sensation. I have a feeling it's going to leave a matte finish on my face. 

So I've been having really bad breakouts lately (this is not even the worst..) and I terribly need something to help cover up my flaws! I've been searching for a good foundation to use but who knows, maybe I'll like this EE cream instead?

With its makeup and skincare benefits, this product can be used in multiple ways. You can also dab and blend product evenly on cleansed and toned face as a daily moisturiser or makeup base. After applying the cream with my fingers, I love how matte and fresh my skin looks! Granted, it doesn't conceal ALL my flaws but I think it has done a pretty good job covering up the redness and unevenness. My face also looks abit fairer than usual.

Well, it looks fantastic from afar but I don't really like that closeup, it looks kind of streaky and slightly orange-ish. It could also be because of my dry skin type. I recommend using a brush or sponge to achieve a more even application.

Final thoughts? I would recommend this product for short-term wear only as after 4 hours or so, my skin starts to oil up and the makeup seems to be melting off. Mind you, I wore this to work in an air-conditioned room for 9 hours or so. While it doesn't dry out the skin, the product is not long-lasting and looks kind of blotchy by the end of the day. It also flakes around the nose area. Touch-ups are required throughout the day otherwise, it will not be a pretty sight. For a night out or lunch date, definitely use this product for that airbrushed finish and cooling sensation on your skin!

Clinelle ran a 1-Minute Selfie Perfect Challenge previously because it is found that selfies are very common and close-up selfies usually enhances the flaws on your complexion. The winners walked away with RM5000 worth of prizes, including a Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 Lite! Congratulations! Achieve flawless skin for every selfie with Clinelle WhitenUP EE Cream now for only RM65.90. Available in shades Ivory and Natural.

PS: Clinelle was also kind enough to send me a bottle of Pure Swiss Thermal Spring Water (RP: RM38.90 for 150ml) to try out. I am a sucker for spring water in spray bottles so I absolutely love this! It feels so fresh to spritz it over my face before and after my makeup to keep my skin hydrated and hold my makeup in place. Why not try this out too when you purchase your Clinelle WhitenUP EE Cream?

Clinelle products are available on their websites and at selected pharmacies nationwide. Find out more at:

Website: http://www.clinelle.com/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/clinelle

Instagram: @myclinelle #myclinelle

Cheers,

Carinn ♥

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Worklife

Tomorrow morning, I am going to regret staying up past midnight. How ironic; I used to be able to stay up easily till 4-5am every night and now whenever midnight approaches, I panic a little. This change in lifestyle is not easy, but I'm adhering to it. I have missed my blog a lot, so I had to get it out. Just a short update about my life recently!

As you may or may not know, I have recently just joined the working world. Yes, I am now a working adult - even I myself cannot believe it. Physically, I still look (sorta) like a kid and mentally, I still feel like a teenager inside. I am young, I am at the stage of my life where I want to explore and learn so many things...

And I was fortunate enough to land a 9-to-5 job that still allows me to learn something new everyday. I am surrounded by talented, young individuals everyday who are overflowing with creativity in a relaxed yet disciplined office environment. This is the kind of office I was meant to work with! No office politics and what not. I mean, I was never one to be so ambitious and aims to work in those big, world famous companies. I prefer working in a more close-knit company where everyone interacts like a family. Many people ask me why did I choose to come back to JB to work instead of staying on in KL. Well, one of the biggest reasons is because my family and bf are here. I am a family-orientated girl you know :p What's more, I can't drive nor do I have a car. It'll be so difficult to commute in KL. I see JB having much potential to grow in the future so I am quite contented with my choice. :)

Honestly, the only setback about having to go to work is having to wake up at 6.30am everyday, like in high school, as my dad has to send me to work before braving the morning jam back to his workplace. I dread the sound of my alarm in the morning when the sky isn't even bright yet T.T And I'm still trying to get used to not having afternoon naps.. It's hard for someone like me who loves my sleep ~.~ It also kinda sucks that I get to meet up w my bf less dy what with his studies and my work. Work ends late, we live too far away and weekends are now spent having driving lessons with my dad. Still, we make it work with whatever little time we get to spend together. :)

Other than that, everything's great so far! I'm taking everyday as a learning opportunity. Whilst I have to learn new things at work, after work I still have to brush up on my driving skills so that I can drive to work in about 4 months' time. So, all I can do is learn fast and endure!

Oh, even though there's no specific dress code for work, I'm still experimenting with ways to dress creatively yet stay formal enough for work. It's quite fun, planning my outfits everyday. :D

I'm really enjoying myself even though it's not easy in the beginning. But then again I've only been working for a week lah hahah. To me, everything seems to be falling into place in life and I'm quite pleased about it. It's only going to get busier after this and I'm bracing myself for it with an open mind. Also, I'm trying hard to be myself at work. I just feel this inhibition to show my real self to my colleagues. They'd be so shocked at how loud I can be haha. Maybe now's not the right time, shall take things slowly and let it progress naturally!

Oh yea I've just sent my camera in for repair yesterday, can't wait to get it back in 2 weeks! You have NO idea how much I miss my baby cam. I don't even have the mood to blog since I can't take nice photos, and I feel really bad about that. Please give me some time to organise my schedule so that I can balance out between working and blogging. Of course the priority is always completing my work first. Sometimes when I get home, I just feel so tired that I don't feel like blogging or even catching up with my friends. After staring at the computer the whole day at work, it gets mundane if I have to do it at home as well.. As it is I only like blogging late at night and now I don't have the luxury to do that anymore. I have a whole list of posts lined up for the month, I will work hard to deliver them! Lots of other bloggers are achieving this balance also right, I'm confident I can too! I hope things will be better when I get to drive to work and not have to wake up so early anymore which means more time to blog at night (lol).

Hang on, Rinn!

Beauty: Thayers Natural Alcohol-Free Rose Petal Witch Hazel Toner with Aloe Vera Formula

It feels so nice to receive gifts, especially during the festive season. During CNY, I was sent this product from Natta Cosme, along with a New Year card and some angpao packets. The design on the red packets (or rather, pink packets) were so cute that my mum, gramma and aunt wanted them as well! I truly appreciate that the team sent a handwritten and autographed CNY card as this tradition seems to be dying out nowadays.

Anyway, if there ever was a fairy godmother, Natta Cosme would be mine. I have just finished up my regular toner and they sent this my way, just in time to save my skin for the CNY celebrations! What with the crazy hot weather and irregular diet & sleeping time, my skin suffered breakouts and flakiness, as I have mentioned so many times. 

Thayers Natural Remedies Alcohol-Free Rose Petal Witch Hazel Toner is infused with certified organic witch hael and aloe vera formula to give you smooth and beautiful skin without drying it out. This is only one of the many ranges of Thayers toners that are all naturally derived and smells great too! Interestingly, this brand does not produce any other type of skincare and is famous solely for their toners which are considered one of the first in the world since 1847! Thayers proprietary un-distilled Witch Hazel extract is derived from the bark which maintains its natural tannins, has more hamamelitannin than the leaves & stems.

To minimise the dryness of my skin, I reduced the use of toner as it tends to dry out my skin but Thayers Natural Remedies Toners promises to be alcohol-free and moisturising, so I decided to give it a try. Skincare that are natural and plant-based is what I'm currently seeking.

Thayers Rose Petal Toner uses flower power to make your skin bloom. With rose petal water, Vitamin E and Witch Hazel extract, it not only tightens the pores, soothes and softens the skin but moisturises and cleanses any impurities as well. You can even use it throughout the day as a softening refreshener or a pick-me-up while working in an air-conditioned office. The toner is alcohol-free, paraben-free, phtalate-free, fragrance-free and is hypoallergenic.

Instead of using a regular sticker at the back, what I find interesting is that Thayers has creatively made use of the refraction of the liquid to magnify the words from the sticker. Haha. There's an interesting story about the history of the toner as well. It seems that 120 years ago, Rose Thayer found an all-natural recipe for extra-soft, youthful-looking skin. As she got older, many commented that her skin still looks 10 years younger, which is why this secret formula waas shared with the world.

A sucker for anything that is rose-scented, I can't deny that I love love love the scent! So sweet and flowery! It is very watery but don't underestimate how much goodness it contains.

To use, peel off the protective seal initially inside the cover and soak a small amount of liquid onto a cotton ball or cotton pad. Wipe upwards and outwards to let the product be easily absorbed into your skin.

After using the toner for a week or so, the most noticeable difference I see is that my pores have shrunk! Finer pores lead to smoother looking skin and I'm on my way to that now. I love how gentle the toner feels on my skin and leaves a slight cooling effect. It is not sticky after application and the watery formula is absorbed easily by the skin. I apply it twice a day before I go to bed at night and before I apply my makeup in the morning to help moisturise my skin. The only downside for me is that it is only available in one size and is not really travel-friendly to carry such a big bottle around.

You can find the Thayers Alcohol-Free Rose Petal Witch Hazel Toner with Aloe Vera Formula at Natta Cosme for RM 45.00 (355ml). Don't forget to check out the other ranges of Thayers Toners too which serves different function as well. There's bound to be one suited for your skin type!

Good news! In conjunction with International Women's Day, Natta Cosme is having an exclusive promotion whereby you can enjoy RM10 discount with any purchase of RM80. Simply key in the code above to enjoy the promotion anytime before 15th March 2015! Have fun shopping!

For more information, log on to Natta Cosme.

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Cheers,

Carinn ♥

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Beauty x Giveaway: E.V.E Miracle 6-in-1 Day Cream

Hi, March! Wow, 2015 is flying pass! I truly apologise for the lack of postings lately, it's been a crazy short month and a crazy long month full of celebrations! I have sooo many stories to share with you guys, please watch this space closely for updates, as I have just started a new job and will need some time to settle down :)

To make up for the minimal posting, here's another giveaway for you, my loyal readers! So, if you didn't win my previous Feb giveaway, fret not because this time, everyone's a winner! Read till the end to see how you can try this product out for yourself. :)

Yet another product from E.V.E to try out! I've tried the E.V.E Miracle ALL-IN-1 Bar previously and it's really quite unique. I find that E.V.E Miracle products are generally quite gentle on the skin and if you're not one to buy into conventional big brands, this one's for you! This time, I was given the E.V.E Miracle 6-IN-1 Day Cream to try. It is a unique multi-functional day cream which simultaneously revitalises, smoothens, softens, moisturises, heals and nourishes the skin as you apply it. A great product to incorporate into your daily skincare routine!

Wrapped neatly in a double-layer box is a silver-coloured plastic bottle. The packaging shows the name E.V.E which stands for Elegant. Vogue. Energetic - a classy name to match a classy packaging. The main potent ingredients used in the E.V.E Miracle 6-IN-1 Day Cream are:

- Austrian Deep Moor (revitalising)

- Aloe Vera (smoothening, softening, moisturising)

- Hydrating Algae Extract (suppleness)

- Hyaluronic Acid (deeply moisturises)

- Ionic Colloidal Silver (antiseptic & healing)

Remove the cap to reveal a basic pump nozzle to dispense the cream. This day cream is suitable for people of all ages and suits all skin types.

The cream is just a simple white cream that does not contain a significant smell. In fact, I could not get used to the smell initially but after applying it on for awhile, the smell fades.

The day cream is easy to blend and is easily absorbed by the skin. Notice how it has a slight sheen to it to give you a more luminous-looking skin?

Not sure if it can be seen in photos, but the right side has E.V.E Miracle 6-IN-1 Day Cream applied while the left side of my face doesn't. The right side seems slightly brighter and a teensy bit shinier than the other side. Also, after using this product for about 2 weeks now, I find that it has helped me keep my skin protected when I apply my makeup. As you know, I have dry skin so applying serum and moisturiser before makeup is a must for me and in this day and age, getting ONE product that does all the work for you is a gift indeed! My skin tends to flake around the nose so applying the E.V.E Miracle 6-IN-1 Day Cream has greatly helped me overcome that! My only complaint is that I do not enjoy the smell when I first apply it haha. :p

GIVEAWAY!

Now, don't you want to give this a try too? In fact, even if you don't wanna try it for yourself, you should still redeem this gift anyway for your mum or sister or girlfriend or whoever! It's such a simple giveaway too. All you have to do is:

1) Follow my blog on both Google+ and Google Friend Connect (check out my sidebar widgets)

 2) Leave a comment with your email address below.

I will then contact you with the redemption steps and code. Each person is entitled to ONE bottle of E.V.E Miracle 6-IN-1 Day Cream worth RM90! You are guaranteed to get the cleanser as long as you use my redemption code! The redemption only lasts for one week, from 1st March to 9th March 2015 and is valid for residents in Malaysia only, so hurry and leave your comments NOW!!! Don't forget to spread the word to your friends and family to share the good news too!

PS: E.V.E Miracle has updated their website to VMarket, an online marketplace which strives to provide the best online marketplace platform and good quality products with value-for-money service for everyone to enjoy! Drop by their new website now to have a look, why don't you?

Website: http://www.vmarket.com.my/

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Cheers,

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Disclaimer: Even though the product was sponsored, it does not affect my opinion in any way. The review is based on my honest personal thoughts, experiences and preference after trying out the product. Effects may vary depending on the individual.