by Bowie Cheong

‘Be The Best You on V Day’ by Lactacyd

February 13, 2019

It is important on self-love by starting from taking care of our feminine hygiene.

This Valentine’s Day, Lactacyd held a small tea party at Greenhouse by Muir.

This event takes a step to beat the norm, encouraging women from all walks of life to love themselves first by making better and healthier choices under the campaign themed ‘Be The Best You on V Day’ which run throughout February 2019, also discuss various aspects of self-care and beauty (grooming) and health.

Lactacyd, the No.1 Feminine wash worldwide that help maintain the pH balance of the intimate area to keep it healthy and cleanliness.

With an established 25 years of research and experience, Lactacyd offers different variants such as All Day Fresh, White Intimate, Soft & Silky and all-time favourite Feminine Hygiene to answer different types of women’s need. Every bottle of Lactacyd are specially formulated with natural milk Lactoserum and Lactic acid that help maintain PH balance of your V.

Speech and healthcare discussion was conducted by Panel Doctor - Datuk Dr. Nor Ashikin Mokhtar, from Primanora Medical Centre

Ms. Maynart Mesommonta, Marketing Director of Lactacyd Malaysia said, “Lactacyd has been around for more than 30 years and is a preferred feminine wash products by doctors and women everywhere. This Valentine’s Day had us thinking out of the box and gave us an opportunity to reinforce our brand’s belief; to empower women and encourage them to give importance on self-love by starting from taking care of their feminine hygiene. We believe that true confidence comes from within because when you are confident, you can take over the world and Lactacyd is there for you to achieve this. Through this campaign, we want women to place more importance on vaginal care and enjoy Lactacyd products that offer cleanliness, freshness, and comfort for the confidence every woman needs to bring out her best.”

There are 3 special guests, namely Datuk Dr. Nor Ashikin Mokhtar, an obstetrics and gynaecology specialist; Weena Marcus, Miss Tourism Malaysia 2009/2010, and beauty lifestyle influencer; and Juanita Ramayah, former HITZ radio host and current TV host discussed ways on loving and embracing yourself by taking care of your personal hygiene and how vaginal PH balance matter for a healthy vagina. Through the forum, Lactacyd unveiled the fact that most women do not spend much on feminine products other than sanitary napkins and would only seek help when an infection occurs.

During the event, i had chance to creating my own ‘Loving Me Basket’!

Look at this, is this beautiful? =)

For over 30 years, Lactacyd has been recommended by doctors and women everywhere. It is clinically proven to provide delicate care as well as protection from odour and irritation with everyday cleansing.

We need to love ourselves before we can love anyone else.

For more information on the campaign and other activities about Lactacyd, please visit:

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

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lactacydloveyourv/

Food event

Discover the science behind great coffee with Dutch Lady

January 19, 2019

From 17-19 Jan 2019, Dutch Lady is having a booth at MITEC to let public to experience the excellent Dutch Lady Perfect Serve of cuppa and grab some quick knowledge about their milk and brewing methods. I was invited for a hands-on experience to make a good coffee with Dutch Lady, the official milk of Malaysia Latte Art Championship and Malaysia Barista Championship from 2019-2020.

You can’t have a great coffee without great milk because a quality milk can make a big difference to the way a coffee taste. Dutch Lady understands the science behind milk that is best for the discerning coffee lovers.

Therefore, Dutch Lady Pasteurised Fresh is made with generations of Dutch dairy expertise and quality standards, produce a silky smooth froth for that is stable and cosistent, ideal for latte art.

Follows the stringent internal and external quality standards, Dutch Lady Pasteurised Fresh ensures the high safety and quality. Its rich and creamy taste gives you a superior frothing for a perfect cup of coffee, for both hot and cold beverage applications.

Of course, the flawless art on a latte doesn't happen by accident. It's the art of being attentive to every single step in crafting the best coffee experience, a good barista makes good coffee great.

Ramjeet Kaur Virik, Marketing Director Consumer Dairy

During the event, i learned a lot about how to mastering the perfect serve. Just a simple and basic 4S that you should remember :

Stretch

Angle the half-filled jug at an angle until the steam wand is 2mm under the milk's surface.

Swirl

Lift up the jug to start the swirling process. Listen out as the milk will begin to hiss as it reaches 60°C- 65°C.

Serve

With close attention given to stretching and swirling the milk, it is now perfectly frothed and textured to serve the perfect coffee.

Save

Reap the benefits of making Ducth Lady milk as the quality milk partner because they understand the figures behind every cup of milk-based coffee to maximise the profits and optimise the value of the partnership.

With 140 years of Dutch dairy expertise, also owned by one of the largest dairy co-operative in the world, Dutch Lady is committed to sustainable production of milk and raising the standards of living to help Malaysians move forward in life with trusted dairy nutrition.
For more information about Dutch Lady, visit www.dutchlady.com.my.

Beer event

Tiger Beer launches its Chinese New Year campaign - Uncage New Beginnings

January 18, 2019

Chinese New Year is approaching, it is the time of year when we usher in new beginnings with our family and friends. A new chapter of life is unveiled as we step into the new year with a renewed outlook on what is to come with the promise of good health, prosperity, and joy.

Tiger Beer, welcomed the Year of the Pig with a grand launch attended by HEINEKEN Malaysia Berhad’s management team, trade partners and members of the media.

The venue was of utmost decadence adorned with lanterns and motifs reminiscent of old Shanghai with a modern twist in spirit of ushering the new.

Upon arrival, guests got to ‘pluck’ angpows containing a lucky draw ticket from the gilded Tree of Wealth before opening the doors to new beginnings. The event began with a stunning lion dance performance, led by Zhu Bajie (a popular character inspired by Chinese novel Journey to the West), to invite luck - with each of the five lions in the colours representing the brands of the HEINEKEN Malaysia portfolio – Tiger, Heineken®, Guinness, Anchor and Apple Fox.

With the festive mood at an all-time high, HEINEKEN Malaysia Managing Director, Roland Bala, commenced the event with his speech and awakened the dragon for a mesmerizing dragon dance performance.

Guests had the opportunity to participate in the Yee Sang tossing ceremony to usher in new beginnings with their wishes for a bountiful year ahead followed by a dinner with unique dishes specially for the festive season.

During the grand event, guests were able to participate in a range of auspicious games and activities as they ushered in the new year - from tea leaf and Chinese palm reading, to welcoming the year of the Pig with intricate Chinese paper cutting and personalized calligraphy, there was something for everyone as they embarked on their journey into the Chinese New Year.

Me and my partner in crime were dress up with the "old Shanghai" theme, Tommy Tong.

Chinese New Year Campaign

Consumers can usher in the new beginnings and be rewarded this festive season with Tiger Beer – all they have to do is enjoy their favorite brews from HEINEKEN Malaysia’s portfolio.

Until mid-February, consumers who purchase any big bottle of Tiger Beer, Guinness Foreign Extra Stout or Heineken® at participating coffee shops, food courts and Chinese restaurants can check underneath their bottle caps for three different characters - “福” (Fu), “禧” (Xi) and “猪” (Zhu) - representing the different prizes to be won. One bottle cap marked “福” (Fu) allows consumers to redeem an angpow worth RM88,888, one cap marked “禧” (Xi) can be exchanged to redeem an exclusive Tiger Beer Mahjong set, and collecting 15 caps marked “猪” (Zhu) will allow consumers to redeem the exclusive Prosperity Bowl set – be sure to keep a look out to start your collection today!

The exclusive Tiger Beer Mahjong sets are also available to be purchased at participating supermarkets during the month of January. With the purchase of three cartons of HEINEKEN Malaysia products - inclusive of one carton of Apple Fox - consumers can own the Tiger Beer Mahjong set for only RM99 while stocks last.

For more information on this campaign and its promotions, visit https://www.facebook.com/TigerBeerMY.

* These promotions are only open to non-Muslims who are 21 years old and above.

Beer event

Get cash ang paus and attractive prizes with Carlsberg’s “Prosperity Begins With A POP!”

January 18, 2019

This Chinese New Year, Carlsberg brought to LIVE “Prosperity Begins with a POP!” to wishing consumers an abundance of Prosperity, Happiness, Wealth and Good Luck in vibrant red, green, pink and blue colours across its limited-edition packaging, promotions and campaign activities.

I was invited to Carlsberg Malaysia's enthralling and sumptuous CNY campaign launch gala dinner held at Hao Xiang Chi Seafood in Pudu, KL.

Approximately 500 trade partners and media guests were captivated by the adaptation of the vibrant and colourful bottle caps and cans in red, green, pink and blue which painted a colourful ambience and celebratory festive mood.

During the CNY campaign launch gala dinner, there are many ongoing activities and promotions of Carlsberg’s “Prosperity Begins With A POP!” campaign carried out across pubs, restaurants, food courts, coffee shops as well as super-and-hypermarkets where allow the guests to experienced the true CNY festive cheer.

Guests engaged in various fun and exciting activities like having a first-hand experience at the replicated “Probably The Best CNY Shopping Experience – You Shop, Carlsberg Pays!” booth where they got to “POP” a giant Carlsberg Smooth Draught can to stand a chance of winning RM800 worth of groceries all paid for by Carlsberg and beers!

“Proud to be in the forefront of innovation, we celebrate this CNY with not just one colour – red but three, adding vibrant green, pink and blue - to Carlsberg and Carlsberg Smooth Draught bottles and cans, giving a modern twist to the four Chinese greeting messages of Prosperity, Happiness, Wealth and Good Luck!” Lars Lehmann, Carlsberg’s Managing Director, said in his opening address.

Back by popular demand for the third consecutive year, “Probably The Best CNY Shopping Experience” activations will be held at participating supermarkets and hypermarkets on 12, 13, 19, 20, 21, 24, 26 and 27 January 2019. Thus far, 65 winners got lucky at the activations that took place on 30 December, 5 and 6 January winning the Grand Prize of groceries all paid for by Carlsberg!

Stand a chance to win fantastic grand prizes consisting of electronic mahjong table sets that auto shuffles and sorts the game tiles that comes in two sets for convenience and hassle-free enjoyment! Other exciting prizes like limited edition mahjong sets, RM100 ang paus and playing cards are up for grabs too! All you need to do is check the winning icon under the bottle caps when enjoying Carlsberg and Carlsberg Smooth Draught big bottles at coffee shops and food courts.

Own a mahjong set by topping up RM88 when they buy two cartons of Carlsberg or Carlsberg Smooth Draught AND one carton of Somersby (any variant) OR one carton of Kronenbourg 1664 Blanc. Meanwhile, Tesco is giving away FREE mahjong sets when consumers spend RM600 on Carlsberg Malaysia products.

“Prosperity Begins With A POP!” also at bistros, restaurants and pubs when consumers enjoy Carlsberg or Carlsberg Smooth Draught to get a deck of playing cards and stand to win a RM100 beer voucher!

Check your forecast for 2019 on CarlsbergMY’s Facebook page as renowned Feng Shui consultant Dato’ Joey Yap unveils his predictions for the 12 Chinese Zodiac signs in relation to the elements of Prosperity, Happiness, Wealth and Good Luck.

For more info and T&C, check out www.facebook.com/CarlsbergMY or visit www.probablythebest.com.my.

Beauty News

the secret of youth of THE FACE SHOP UPGRADED Yehwadam Heaven Grade Ginseng Rejuvenating

January 18, 2019

New Year, New Youthful You!

My skincare resolution to make in New Year 2019 is rediscover the secret of youth with UPGRADED Yehwadam Heaven Grade Ginseng Rejuvenating line from THE FACE SHOP.

It is a unique skincare line that captures the essence of youth, also is THE FACE SHOP's signature anti-aging series.

Inspired by the traditional secrets of Korean women, the name “Yehwadam” is a combination of three elements – Ye (herbs and plants), Hwa (flowers) and Dam (story). With the power of traditional Korean herbs, plants and flowers, Yehwadam is the secret to truly radiant, youthful skin!

As i am growing older, It is so important to me to keep my skin radiant and youthful, reverse aging.

*UPGRADED* Yehwadam Heaven Grade Ginseng Rejuvenating line

| Why it's more powerful than previous version? |

This luxurious skincare line is specially designed for women aged 35 and above, targets for dry and mature skin that loss of elasticity due to ageing. With the improved formula, it's silky-smooth and nourishing texture make me feel so good as it minimising any sticky, greasy or heavy finishes often associated with anti-ageing skincare.

The upgraded version is contains carefully-selected herbs from “Medicinal Herb Island” Southern Korea, where the rare herbs were once sent to the Royal Court as tribute to the Emperor. It also contains Safflower Seed Oil to soften and regenerate damaged skin, Lotus Seed Extract to soothe and replenish energy, as well as 2X concentration of the main ingredients:

Heaven Grade Ginseng and Natural Pine Mushroom.

Let's check it out what is the NEW key ingredients add to this series :

• Peony (for anti-wrinkle)

Rich in nourishing qualities, Peony improves blood circulation, protects against UV rays and possesses powerful anti-wrinkle properties.

• Canola (for antioxidant)

Known for its vitality, blooming brightly even in the cold winter, Canola is an antioxidant-rich ingredient that helps prevent premature ageing.

• Gold Dust (for radiance)

This eternal, immortal jewel has been around in beauty remedies, used to prevent ageing and protect the body.

I've been using 4 products from the Yehwadam Heaven Grade Ginseng Rejuvenating series for several weeks and I absolutely love it. For those who don't like the ginseng scent, this series without a strong ginseng smell but come with a refreshing pleasant herbal scent.

Yehwadam Heaven Grade Ginseng Rejuvenating Toner RM149.90 (155ml)

Unlike to traditional toner, the texture isn't exactly water-liquid but it's slightly thicker, yet it's still incredibly light and absorbs quickly without any stickiness.

I used it every morning and evening after my cleanser, It provides the skin with long-lasting hydration, infuses my skin with immediate moisture and firming. The oil-based protection barrier locks in moisture for dewy, smooth, radiant skin.

Yehwadam Heaven Grade Ginseng Rejuvenating Essence RM239.90 (45ml)

This is a powerful regenerating serum containing high level of nutrients and traditional herbs, the concentrated formula replenishes gaps in skin’s structure to normalise its functions.

It is having high concentrated texture like light cream that softly adheres to the skin and keep the moisturizing effect for a long time.

Apply this after toner, i usually dispense an adequate amount which is 2 pumps for each time. This moisture-rich serum glides onto my akin, plump up my skin and making fine lines and wrinkles less noticeable. It tends to be an effective serum!

Yehwadam Heaven Grade Ginseng Rejuvenating Emulsion RM149.90 (140ml)

Do you know what is an emulsion?

Emulsion is considered as lighter versions of moisturizing creams.

This emulsion come in milky semi fluid forms, glides on smoothly and easily absorbed into skin. It is 5% oil formula delivers intense nourishment and moisture deep within skin’s layers.

After using serum, smooth over face and neck using gentle pressing motions to aid absorption. It helps to harmonizes the inner and outer skin and restores aged skin.

Yehwadam Heaven Grade Ginseng Rejuvenating Eye Cream RM220.90 (25ml)

Look at the big jar, honestly this is my first time to have eye cream in big jar, I feel it will last me quite a few months.

Eye cream happens to be one of my must-have skin care products as I have dark circles and puffiness, this eye cream is infused with nutrients that brings firmness to skin and brightens the under eye area. With its gentle and low-irritant formula, it helps to rebuild and strengthen the skin barrier, while anti-wrinkle functional ingredient (Adenosine) helps to improve wrinkles around the eyes.

This eye cream is in a rich and concentrated texture, so a pea-sized amount should be enough for your eyes. Keep in mind that the skin surrounding the eyes is the most delicate skin on your face, so please using just the pad of your ring finger and gentle tapping motions around the eyes area.

Yehwadam Heaven Grade Ginseng Rejuvenating Cream RM239.90 (50ml)

Balm-like rich texture cream works to prevent moisture loss and restore skin’s protective barrier, maintains smooth skin texture and improve damaged skin barrier. This formula is softly glides onto the skin without any sticky or greasy residues.

If you are looking for an effective, but affordable anti-aging skincare range, then Yehwadam Heaven Grade Ginseng Regenerating line is something worth considering. I loved this series because all products are so nourishing and moisturizing, but didn't feel sticky or heavy on my skin.

Highly recommended the serum, I personally find that it helps to keeps my skin supple and firm. There is an all too frequent misconception is that you should only start using anti-aging skincare once you start to show signs of visible aging. But in fact, there’s no reason to wait!

The Yehwadam Heaven Grade Ginseng Regenerating line is now available at all THE FACE SHOP Malaysia stores nationwide.

You can also able to buy online at https://www.thefaceshop.com.my/

For more information about Yehwadam Heaven Grade Ginseng Regenerating line, please visit

Website: www.thefaceshop.com.my

Facebook: www.facebook.com/thefaceshopmalaysia/

Instagram: @thefaceshopmalaysia

‘Be The Best You on V Day’ by Lactacyd

Discover the science behind great coffee with Dutch Lady

Tiger Beer launches its Chinese New Year campaign - Uncage New Beginnings

Get cash ang paus and attractive prizes with Carlsberg’s “Prosperity Begins With A POP!”

the secret of youth of THE FACE SHOP UPGRADED Yehwadam Heaven Grade Ginseng Rejuvenating

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