[Products Review] My Favourite Daily Personal Care Products from Shopee

Decided to do a product review post to share on some of my favourite personal care products that I've been using on a daily basis which I bought online from Shopee. This is also one of the rare blog posts I'm sharing that is actually not food related.

I was first introduced to KUNDAL, Korea's No. 1 Personal Care Brand somewhere in July last year and since then, I've been using their range of hair care and body wash products. Thanks Jessie @dipmecocoa for introducing this brand to me! 

I first started using their KUNDAL Honey & Macadamia Nature Shampoo in White Musk scent and I can feel significant changes to my hair. The scent of white musk can last for about a day and my hair felt soft and smooth after every wash making it so easy to manage. 

Some of the benefits include: 

- Contains 32 different natural extracts. All ingredients are EWG Green Grade (except perfume)

- No harmful chemicals or silicone so it's safe to use every day

- Helps maintain pH balance (pH 5.5, similar to skin & hair)

- Contains nourishing protein for damaged hair

- Comes in 9 different unique scent to choose from namely, Acacia moringa, Baby powder, Blanc, Cheery blossom, Clean Soap, Fuzzy navel, Pink grapefruit, White musk, Ylang ylang, there's definitely a scent that will suits you. 

I'm currently using my second KUNDAL shampoo in BLANC scent and I think I still prefer White Musk to this. I intend to try out all their scents to see which one is my favourite. I've even changed my hubby's shampoo to this brand as well. The only thing that I don't quite like is the pump head. It seems that every time when I press the pump head, the shampoo just couldn't land nicely on my palm thus causing wastage. 

Their hair treatment comes in a 500ml bottle as well and makes a good supplement to the shampoo. I'm using the KUNDAL Honey & Macadamia Treatment in Clean Soap. Similar to their shampoo, they have a variation of 9 different scents. Love how easily this treatment gets absorbed into my hair making my hair feels hydrated and silky. 

Occasionally, I would use the KUNDAL Ultra Hair Serum to reduce the fizziness to my hair ends. This serum contains 15 different natural oil extracts and is a pure, highly concentrated oil with no addition of water and alcohol. Overall, with these three products, my hair condition improves tremendously. For once, I'm contemplating keeping my hair long instead of cutting it short every time it reach a certain length. 

KUNDAL Honey & Macadamia Body Wash contains 42% Aloe Vera leaf extract and 23 different natural extract. I always look forward to a relaxing bath time when I get home after work and this body wash helps with the refreshing scent. My skin feels smooth and moisturize after shower. KUNDAL products is available for retail at Guardian or online at Shopee. 

I started realizing the importance of incorporating feminine hygiene as part of my daily personal care routine after one of my friends suffered from yeast infections which is a common vaginal problem that most women will experience at some point in our lives. Have been searching for a good female intimate wash and was introduced to Sebamed Feminine Intimate Wash sensitive with pH 3.8 that is 100% soap and alkali-free. They also have one with pH 6.8 which is suitable for menopause years. The difference in pH value is due to the hormone level of estrogen which starts to go down during menopause phase. The one formulated at pH 6.8 contains Panthenol to soothe & regenerate irritated areas and also contains Witch Hazel as anti-bacterial and anti-itching effect.

For daily feminine hygiene needs, this product has the following benefits: 

- Formulated with pH 3.8 to stabilizes the natural balance of micro flora in the female genital area during the fertile years of a woman's life

- For use during childbearing years and after child birth

- Protects against infections & odour

- Mild and gentle cleansing makes it suitable for daily use

- Natural moisturizing effect from Aloe Vera extract

- The active ingredient of Chamomile extract soothes & prevent irritation, provides an antibacterial effect

I've been using just a tiny drop of it during bath time and I love how it creates a nice lather on my wet hands. Most importantly, it is able to cleanse the intimate area gently without any irritation. It doesn't cause imbalance to the pH level of that area and helps to solve the odour and itchiness issues. I love the flora scent of this product and how it is dermatologically tested by gynecologists without any animal testing.

This product is made in Germany and is available for purchase at selected Watson stores or simply quote [CHEWYJAS] under the remarks to redeem a Sebamed Trial Set worth $10 upon purchase on Sebamed's E-Stores (Shopee & Qoo10) (While stocks last). Instagram: @Sebamed_SG #IdealFeminineWash #SebamedSingapore

That's all for my sharing now, I will try to share more interesting finds and reviews. Stay tuned! 

XOXO

[EVENT] Professional hair styling with Play by TUFT

Hair styling can be such a chores especially if you are in the rush for work or parties. Looking to have that perfect salon-finished hairstyle in the comfort of your home, hotel room or while on-the-go? Look no further as I'm going to introduce Play by TUFT, a collection of wallet friendly and functional professional hair styling tools inspired by the simple joys in life. 

With the right tools, hair styling is no longer a chores

Play by Tuft is conceptualised and created locally in Singapore after the success of homegrown TUFT brand, a series of professional hair styling appliances catered to professional hair stylists, by Tai Wah Distributors.

Play by TUFT styling tools comes in travel-friendly size too! 

Specially designed for the travellers, Play by TUFT also have a mini travel series of hair styling tools that are lightweight and compact. These includes Travel Curling Iron, Mini Travel Styler, Mini Travel Hair Dryer and Mini Travel Detangle Brush. Not only are these easy to store, they also come with dual voltages.  

CLASSIC by TAI WAH at TPI Buiding (Raffles Place, Opposite Capita Green)

I had the chance to get my hands on with the exciting range of Play by TUFT styling tools as well as witness the live demonstration by the creative stylists from CLASSIC by TAI WAH on how to achieve the latest hair trends effortlessly with Play by TUFT styling tools. Thanks Jessie for extending her invites to me.

Demonstrating how to turn a bad hair day into a good one

The first stylist, Eugene and his hair model. He is going to show us how to use the Travel Curling Iron to achieve a confidence, party look. When not in use, the barrel can be easily stored inside the handle.

Beautiful, bouncy, flawless curls that can last all day!

HAIRVOLUTION TIP: To achieve this look, you just need to curl from the middle of your hair instead of the end of it. He also showed us the thumbs up rules to protect the curling iron from burning the face.

Conditioning the hair is a very important step

Lastly, is to put on some Macadamia nourishing moisture cream and spray to complete the look.

Say no to knots with a detangling brush

Next up, Kevin showed us how to style a short, tangled and messy hair. First of all, he used a Mini Travel Detangle Brush to detangle the model's hair. This brush is excellent for detangling not just dry hair but wet hair too.

Creating volumes for the model

Kevin used the Heated Styler for his styling. A heated styler is relatively safe and not so hot to use. It helps to creates volumes, lifts, flops and waves.

Neat and tidy now

HAIRVOLUTION TIP: To get the volume to your hair, simply apply heat near the crown of your head, at the roots, and pull up directly.

Before styling

Chris is going to use the Mini Travel Styler to create two looks for this model. Be careful of the blue part as that portion is the heater. A mini travel styler is able to gives you endless styling options for any type of hair while on the go.

Satisfied with the duel style look

The end result is a C curls on one side and a round curls on the other side. Quite impressive.

HAIRVOLUTION TIP: Give your face that perfect frame with C-Curls. Curl your hair inwards towards your chin and hold for a few seconds before releasing.

Last look of the session

William showed us how to use the Smart Styling Iron to create some loose curls. The smart styling iron has function to lock the digital temperature control at about 180 degree and has a titanium coated floating plate for a smoother glide. Works perfectly even on damp hair, giving it a deeper straightening power for a softer, longer-lasting look.

HAIRVOLUTION TIP: Get your summer beach waves on. Twist your hair into small braids and apply heat with a flat iron.

Back view of Jessie and Shu Qing

Now is our turn to try styling our hair or let the professional stylish do the job. This is the time to envy those with long hairs.

The stylish helped me with my hair

Using the Heated Styler, I got my C-curls done. How does I looked with curls? More matured?

Thank you Hannah Chia for the fun group photo

Let your hair do the talking, make fun yours!

For more information

Website: www.tuftintl.com
Online Shop: www.estore.taiwah.com.sg
Instagram: @playbytuft #playbytuft


XOXO

[HAIRCARE PRODUCT] ESSENTIAL CC OIL & NIGHT CARE MILK (SPONSORED POST)

If you have been searching for that perfect solution to bad hair days like I do, this is the post for you. Ever since I've started colouring my hair, it has become really difficult to manage. Especially in the morning when I woke up. It would be so dry and frizzy, my hair just gets tangled up easily when I bath. Once, I even had to resort to using a scissors to cut my ends away as it's impossible to untangled them.  

While we all know that heat styling, perming and dyeing is very damaging to our hair, we still do so just to look good and boost our confidence. However, not many would know that external environmental factors and some of our everyday habits can also put stress to our hair and impact its health and appearance. 

INTRODUCING THE FIVE 

EVIL HAIR STRESS BROTHERS

Beside being yellow, one main problem they have in common is how horrible their hair is. Let's reveal what are the roots of their individual problem.  

Yes, if we are not careful enough, the evil hair stress brothers are going to attack us. They may even all come at once and we definitely do not want that to happen.

HERE COMES THE PERFECT SOLUTION TO 
KEEP THE EVIL HAIR STRESS BROTHERS AWAY

Essential is a popular haircare brand from Japan and has a wide range of products to help repair and care for hair. This includes basic care products like Shampoo & Conditioner to more intensive treatments like Hair Masks and Leave On Treatments. I'm glad to be able to try out the Essentials CC Oil and Essential Night Care Milk which were re-launched under the Leave On Treatment range. Thank you, Sample Store!

ESSENTIAL CC OIL (60ml) 

The 'CC' in the new Essential CC Oil stands for Cuticle Care. 

Just like the multi-functional effects of the CC cream; we just need that one good CC cream for many effects such as providing coverage with added skin care benefits like SPF, moisturize and anti-oxidants, the concept of the Essential CC Oil works the same way on our hair! Non-greasy and invisibly light, the Essential CC Oil coats each strand of hair with a cuticle coat protection to protect our hair. Most importantly, only 1 oil is needed to fight the 5 stress factors that result in tangles and damaged hair cuticles - blow drying, combing, dryness, breakage and split ends.    

Retail Price: S$11.90

This Essential CC Oil is to be applied in the morning and can be reapplied at any time of the day on towel-dried or damp hair. For optimum results, use after Essential shampoo and conditioner.

(Photo of Joanne, my hair model ^^)

I've tried it our together with my friends with similar hair problems as me since we had bleached our hair before. The effect is amazing. The left side of the photo shows how her hair looks like normally. Dry, brittle and frizzy from the bleaching. The right side of the photo shows how her hair looks after applying the Essential CC Oil. We all agreed that after applying the CC oil, our hair became smoother and remains tangle-free the whole day. It contains Hair Supplement Oil, which is very much similar to our hair's natural oil thus it makes our hair looks beautiful and shiny with a fresh floral fragrance. 

ESSENTIAL NIGHT CARE MILK (100ml) 

The Essential Night Care Milk intensively repairs and moisturizes our hair when we are asleep in the wee hours of the night. It forms a good protection of our hair from "Pillow Friction" by leaving a protective coat around each hair strand and prevent misaligned cuticles when hair rubs against the pillowcase.

Retail Price: S$11.90

Coupled with cuticle coat protection ingredients, the Essential Night Care Milk is rich yet non-greasy. For better results, ensure that hair is completely dry before going to bed. 

Time for bed. What is Pillow Friction? It is the friction between our hair and the pillow, when we toss and turn at night. This cause the cuticles to be misaligned and misaligned cuticles creates frizz, resulting in the fabulous lion's mane the next morning. For me, I went through the routine of washing and blow-drying my hair in the morning before going to work just to fix the 'lion's mane' problem.  

The next morning when I woke up and prepare for work, I'm very pleased to find that my hair remains smooth and manageable. It's really a big improvement and there's only one small tangle when I try to finger comb my hair. 

After using the Essential CC Oil and Essential Night Care Milk, I am starting to have confidence to keep my hair long! It's really important to take care of our hair and these two products makes applications such a breeze. I'm really impressed and am considering switching to their shampoo and conditioner as well. 

PLAY SOME FUN GAMES TO WIN ATTRACTIVE WEEKLY PRIZES!

https://apps.facebook.com/essentialmanehero/

Essential's Mane Hero Facebook Game to combat the 5 evil Hair Stress Brothers and Pesky Pillow King. 

It's a very simple left/right control game. 

My score which is not very fantastic. The highest score is about 3,000 plus.

So if you think you can beat the high score, go to 

https://apps.facebook.com/essentialmanehero/

Enjoy! 

XOXO