Baking class with Lennox

I have been battling oily skin since forever. And because of my skin type, acnes, pores, blackheads are a norm in my daily life. Therefore, since I cannot change my skin type, I can only control the oil it produces and combat the imperfections. I try to use products which is suitable for my skin such as foam cleansers, aqua fast absorbing moisturisers, matte makeup products etc.

I have heard of collagen drinks to battle those imperfections I have mentioned and there are a vast variety in the market. But, honestly, I have never tried one before because I wasn't sure of its effectiveness plus I am always very skeptical of what I put into my body. Until, I came to this event with Lennox.

I have definitely seen this brand around for some time. The iconic big bottle that I usually see in SaSa or pharmacies but never really read too much into it. However, after some explanation and more reading, LENNOX produce nutritional supplements of the highest quality to meet health and beauty requirements. Backed by continuous research and development, their products are made using natural, organic and carefully selected ingredients that are scientifically proven to be safe and effective for well-being.

LENNOX uses aqueous marine collagen, which is 100% water soluble and has a low molecular weight for better digestibility. Compared to conventional collagen, our collagen has a shorter bond structure that dissolves readily and is absorbed more easily by the body. As we all know, collagen is key in maintaining our beauty. However, when age catches up, the collagen production reduces so we need to pump collagen into our body to maintain our beauty and firm up our skin.

I was starting to be interested because it's made of natural ingredients and doesn't seem harmful to the body but can make me prettier instead =)

LENNOX has 5 products in their collagen range: 

LENNOX FirmUp+ EX (For combined effect of Whitening + Hydration)

FirmUp+ EX is specially formulated to give your skin the double benefits of whitening and hydration. Packed with antioxidants such as sakura essence extract and grape seed extract to fight free radicals, your skin is protected from signs of aging. Sakura essence possesses whitening properties that help to lighten uneven skin pigmentation caused by UV rays.

LENNOX FirmUp+ Forte Gold (For Hydration)

Enriched with Ceramide, FirmUp+ Forte Gold is the perfect choice to maintain healthy and hydrated skin. Ceramides are lipid molecules found in high concentrations within cell membranes in the upper layer of skin. They hold skin cells together, forming a protective layer that plumps the skin and holds moisture. They also act as a barrier against bacteria and environmental pollutants. FirmUp+ Forte Gold with Ceramide transforms dry and sallow skin by improving the moisture-locking function of the skin. This slows down the effects of aging and stress leaving your skin moist and hydrated. 

LENNOX FirmUp+ Men (To Fight Oily Skin)

Not forgetting the men, LENNOX FirmUp+ Men is specially formulated for men who lead busy lives and are looking for a fuss-free skin regime that works. Fortified with Cactus Extract & Maritime Pine Bark extract, it helps reduce excessive oil secretion and keeps skin feeling hydrated. The unique powder + liquid formula ensures that total freshness and effectiveness of the ingredients are preserved. The antioxidants used are in powder form because antioxidants in liquid form are easily oxidized even if they remain sealed and unopened. 

LENNOX Collagen 5000 (Low-Calorie, Easy-to-use collagen powder)

If you are looking for a low-calorie and convenient way of consuming collagen, choose LENNOX Collagen 5000. It is made from high quality fish collagen peptide originated from Japan, enhanced with food based beauty ingredients like Coenzyme Q10, Ceramide, Amino Acid (Arginine) and Vitamin C for your daily beauty needs that dissolves readily in any beverage. The best part is, it gets easily absorbed by the body. You can mix LENNOX Collagen 5000 with your favorite juice, milk or yogurt and you get a healthy, delicious and guilt-free treat. I'll even show you how you can also mix this into your souffle batter.

LENNOX FirmUp+ (For Whitening)

Newly upgraded with whitening essence, LENNOX FirmUp+ is suitable for those who want fairer skin. The addition of CoQ10 and Grape Seed Extract, a strong antioxidant, help protect skin from damaging UV rays that may cause aging. The unique powder + liquid formula ensures that total freshness and effectiveness of the ingredients are preserved. With LENNOX FirmUp+, you can fully benefit from the effectiveness of antioxidants because you add them in right before consuming.

The Aqueous Marine Collagen used in FirmUp+ is 100% water soluble with low molecular weight and excellent digestibility. Unlike Conventional Collagen which has high molecular structure that will not easily dissolve completely and not well-absorbed by the body.

During the event hosted at ABC Cooking Studios, Gardens by Lenox and The Butterfly Project, we learnt about baking berry souffle cheese with the LENNOX Collagen 5000 powder! It was really fun and it's my first time learning baking.

One thing awesome is that, ABC has prepped all ingredients at our station and we just need to pour and mix them.

My first time beating an egg white with a mixer which turned out to be this fluffy meringue!

If the meringue doesn't fall when you hold it up straight, then it's right.

The star ingredient of the day- the LENNOX Collagen 5000 powder. A cup of goodness was poured into the mixer.

And mix it all together!

   

Fill the cupcake liners with the batter.

And it's ready to be baked! Into the oven you go.

Now, it's time to make the berry cheese cream.

Add another cup of the star product-LENNOX 5000 powder into the batter.

And taste it. Yumms

Pipe it on the souffle and ready to munch into!

I cannot believe. It was really delicious and not only it can fill my tummy but with the collagen powder, it can make me pretty as well. That's life right. Eat your favourite food while maintaining your beauty =)

So so proud of my creation thanks to LENNOX for arranging this baking class and The Butterfly Project for the collaboration!

August 2019 is earmarked as LENNOX Collagen Month and the tagline for this campaign is ‘Love Your Skin’. While we are busy caring for others and meeting the demands of our hectic lives, we tend to forget that we, ourselves, also need nourishment and care. Hence, this campaign aims to remind you to love and take good care of your skin. Our skin is a part of who we are, so healthy skin is worth every bit of your investment. When you feel healthy, you’ll look beautiful naturally.

I am actually drinking the FirmUp+ for the entire month. Just pour the whitening essence into a chilled bottle, shake and drink up before sleep =)

Come join me will you to take up this challenge?

To encourage you to take the first step towards healthy and beautiful skin, LENNOX is throwing tons of crazy deals your way. Stay tuned to their LENNOX FB page or LENNOX website for incredible discounts on a different product each week and on top of that, stand a chance to win awesome LENNOX products when you take part in their buy and win contest. You can also stalk them on LENNOX Instagram page.

/skin regimen/ 1.0 Tea Tree Booster

/skin regimen/, the Modern Plant Chemistry TM skincare brand for urbanites is developed by the Davines Group, to slow down lifestyle aging. /skin regimen/ products are clinically proven to reduce the effects of stress and lifestyle aging, such as dehydration, dullness, imperfections, fine lines and wrinkles. The armour of products work at the cellular level, creating and maintaining the optimal conditions for a healthier and youthful skin, while also empowering the overall mind-body stress-response.

/skin regimen/ celebrates the uniqueness of our skin by empowering it through functional and effective skincare solutions. The /skin regimen/ Boosters are an arsenal of skincare products that let you target specific skin concern. Just like adding lemon zest to your water or a double shot to your latte, the boosters are applied before your favourite cream, serum or foundation for that double and targeted action to achieve skin health.

/skin regimen/ introduced the 1.0 tea tree booster as the new addition to the existing collection of four other /skin regimen/ boosters.

1.0 tea tree booster concentrates targeting oily, impure skin and localized imperfections. The /skin regimen/ 1.0 tea tree booster targets imperfections such as enlarged pores, and pimples (which is MY skin!) Argh, my oily skin is the main skin concern and with oily skin, it's acne prone and comes with enlarged pores.

This booster is to be used in their 4-step custom regimen:

Step 1 is to prepare the skin with a cleansing cream.

Step 2 is to recharge with /skin regimen/ microalgae essence which acts like a toner.

Step 3 is to correct using the booster.
My skin is more suitable with the tea tree booster which is to be used at night. This booster is ideal for oily and impure skin prone to imperfections and for skin with adult acne.

Apply the product all over face to reduce and balance excessive oiliness or specifically on the areas with pimples and imperfections for a corrective action.

The booster supposedly work to reduce the appearance for a smoother, cleaner and more even complexion. I love the application of it. It is very lightweight, non oily and easily absorbed into skin without leaving any greasy feeling.

Step 4 is to seal it all with a night cream
Right after the booster, I will apply a night cream to seal it in and to work its magic for when I wake up to a clearer skin the next morning. Rinse face in the following morning.

It is recommended to exercise sun care as the skin’s sensitivity to the sunrays may increase with the presence of alpha-hydroxy acid (AHA) in the 3% Mandelic Acid. Hence, daily sunblock is a must for me.

The 1.0 tea tree booster is formulated with Longevity Complex™, 1% Tea Tree oil for antibacterial properties and 3% Mandelic Acid to promote exfoliation and to combat excessive oxidized sebum in hair follicles, resulting in the reduction of existing imperfections and prevents future breakouts, as well as to preserve the smoothness of the skin.

I find that my skin is less oily after application for 3 weeks.

This is my face in the afternoon during a hard day's work. I have to always blot my skin during midday but I no longer need to do so. Don't even need much makeup to go out these days. But on days where I wear makeup, I find my makeup lasts longer and oil production has reduced. However, I do not see much reduction in my enlarged pores. Maybe, longer usage may give better results. But, breakouts have definitely reduced just that during the time of the month, then no choice haha

For that additional boost to ridding acne, apply a drop of the 1.0 Tea Tree Booster on pimples.

In just one day, the swell has lessen.
I find this the most effective. This booster is more effective than the normal tea tree oil for acnes. Overnight, acne becomes smaller and less visible. I totally use this during emergency situations when a nasty pimple outbreak on my skin. I even used it on my husband and it dried up his pimple the next day. This is super effective in getting rid of pimples.

I am quite happy with this product. There were no allergies or reaction and I have always been a fan of tea tree oil but due to this booster's concentration, this works faster than any other tea tree products. The most significant results is definitely the skin's oiliness which has reduced by a lot and the emergency pimple solution. 

The /skin regimen/ 1.0 tea tree booster retails at RM488.

Ryo- leading South Korean shampoo brand

Ryo is the leading shampoo brand in South Korea and also a multi-award winning shampoo brand.

Ryo launched its Hair Loss Care range which is the essence of a 46-year scalp study that uses highly concentrated ginseng saponins as an active ingredient in its formulation. Combined with a patented technology known as GinsenEX, follicular cells are further strengthened resulting in healthier roots. In the product formulation, one will also find licorice which is used to help manage the hair growth cycle while green tea and ginger are used to help protect follicular cells from stress and also adds to strengthening the roots.

Now Ryo added its latest products in the Hair Loss Care Series which consist of the Scalp Deep Cleansing Scaler EX and the Ryo Hair Loss Care Essence.

These two products when used together with Ryo’s Hair Loss Care shampoo and treatment, are effective in combating hair loss. Ryo’s Chief Hair Designer, Jeong Seok explains that healthy hair starts with a healthy scalp and that scalp care is definitely essential in ensuring that hair stays healthy and thereby preventing hair loss.

I was very excited because out of all, hair loss problem is my number one daily battle. I drop hair in my bedroom, in the living hall, in the bathroom and on my hairbrush. My husband sometimes question whether will I go bald after this -.-

Ryo believes that achieving a harmonious balance between the ‘Yul (hair)-Ryo (scalp)’ is important in achieving healthy lustrous hair but any hair issues must first be addressed from the scalp. Therefore, Ryo’s treatment remains focused on the scalp.

Ryo Scalp Deep Cleansing Scaler EX (145ml) RM59.90

Ryo’s first step towards combating hair loss is by scalp scaling. Scalp scaling is the only way to deep cleanse your scalp on a regular basis. Without a clean scalp, there is poor absorption of shampoo.

Therefore, Ryo’s Scalp Deep Cleansing Scaler EX is introduced as the first step in haircare to help women maintain a healthy scalp. Fortified with botanical ingredients, the deep cleansing scaler works in multiple ways which include:

1. Getting rid of dead skin cells using BHA-derived ingredients

2. Cleansing excessive sebum using naturally derived surfactant in the formula 

3. Soothing the scalp using the extract of the chestnut’s inner skin and cooling the scalp using naturally derived peppermint oil. This function offers relief to the scalp especially during the hot and humid weather

4. Strengthening and nourishing the hair from root to tip using highly concentrated ginseng extract (GinsenEX)

The Scalp Deep Cleansing Scaler EX offers mild cleansing with PH5.5 and its free from 7 harmful ingredients. It works like a booster and it is to be used twice a week on damp hair before shampooing. Apply along scalp texture about 5-6 times and gently massage all over scalp for 1-2 minutes before rinsing. This step is followed by Ryo Hair Loss Care Shampoo and Treatment.

I have never used a Deep Cleansing Scaler before. This is actually my first time and the sharp tip was helpful in application so that it will not spill all over and acts as a scalp massager. It is also minty and have a cooling sensation which is what I love the most.

Ryo Hair Loss Care Essence (75ml) RM74.90

Ryo’s Hair Loss Care Essence is another effective scalp treatment which offers hair root nourishment. It also incorporates an exclusive Amorepacific technology that extracts 20 times more fortified active Korean Ginseng extract without the heat treatment so that the ingredient is able to deliver to its full efficacy. The ginseng contained in this product is also carefully selected to ensure it contains the highest saponin content. 

To sum it all, there are five reasons why the Hair Loss Care Essense is an effective treatment:

1. GinsenEX that produces highly concentrated ginsenocide

2. Advanced patented extraction technology that preserves the full benefits of ginseng 

3. Careful selection of ginseng with the highest level of saponins

4. Herbal Complex formulation with the combination of other natural ingredients such as green tea, licorice and ginger

5. Five-free formula – free from animal ingredients, synthetic colourants, mineral oil, Triethanolamine and Polyacrylamide.

For best results, use the Hair Loss Care Essence twice daily after shampooing and treatment.

Apply directly onto dry scalp and especially on hair loss or problem areas then use the massage tip to give your scalp a good massage. 

I did a scalp analysis at the launch event.

As expected, I have oily scalp. I have been having this problem and no matter what shampoo I use, my scalp remain oily and my hair loss never improved.

I am now grateful for Ryo's Hair Loss Care Range and I have been using for over a week now and I can see fewer hair drop after I wash my hair. Also, my scalp felt cleaner with less dandruff. But for non ginseng lover due to the smell, just a head's up that the ginseng scent can be a bit overpowering. Can't wait to see more improvement on my hair! 

Both the Scalp Deep Cleansing Scaler EX and the Ryo Hair Loss Care Essence will be available at all Watsons stores and Hermo from July 2019 onwards.

Dyson V11 vs Dyson V10 Absolute

I have levelled up in life HAHA. Now I'm a working housewife which means not only I have to be a wife BUT I have to also take care of the house= HOUSEWIFE geddit geddit? LOL

So, as a modern housewife, I have seen and learnt how my mom, as a traditional housewife cleans the house and I have also done much research on how to clean house more efficiently. After learning from my mom's mistakes, seeing how technology has evolved in this modern world, I have decided that Dyson is no longer a WANT in my house. It's a NEED. Ain't nobody has the time to sweep the floor constantly, plug in the vacuum, pull the cord, vacuum the house and throw the rubbish in the bin. If you have used a conventional vacuum before, you will know how hard it is to remove the dirt from its bin and to bend down while vacuuming.

Now, we are in the modern world, and cleaning should not take so much of our time. It should be easy and efficient and makes cleaning fun and not tiring. But all these comes with a hefty price tag of course. Before moving into my new house, I knew that Dyson will definitely be part of my home. So upon moving in, we bought the Dyson V10 Absolute. We were a bit hesitant at first because of its price and we have never used any Dyson products before but heard many rave reviews on it and some outlets were actually sold out! Plus, I read a lot about it and after much discussions, we went ahead to buy the V10 Absolute.

When it arrived, we were so excited. I was indeed very happy with my purchase and it really helped me a lot in cleaning my entire house. It made cleaning no longer a hassle for me. To be honest, I only swept my house once when we moved in after having Dyson because it effectively cleans the house that I no longer need to sweep my floor anymore. Plus, I'm a working wife and I really do not have the time, to go to work, cook AND clean the house if it takes too much of my time.

And then, Dyson launched the V11- the latest vacuum which is the newer version of V10 Absolute. To my surprise, I was one of the lucky ones to review the V11 Absolute. Dammit, I should have waited for that email before buying the V10 Absolute hahaha...but no regrets, no regrets at all because the V10 really helped me a lot during the move in.


And that's how I have 2 expensive vacuums at home =')
The design is simple and sleek. I really like the matte midnight blue colour on the V11.

So V11 Absolute is now my newest toy at home. Basically, it looked very similar to the V10 Absolute as you can see. You can use the vacuum as a full-sized cordless stick vacuum or as a portable cordless handheld vacuum. Using the cordless vacuum is the best way of using a vacuum. It is so flexible that it can be used to vacuum your car, the ceiling etc without pulling a huge cord behind. It apparently traps 99.97% of dust and allergens present in the air that passes through it. Ahh, no wonder my allergies have died down when I moved in #truestory

The many accessories that come with it!


The significant difference is the LCD screen on a freaking vacuum!

Right- Dyson V11 with LCD screen.
Left- Dyson V10

Can you imagine vacuum going digital? Vacuum now has really advanced in this modern world. The LCD screen is quite cool wherein you can change the mode to fit the situation.

Dyson V11 intelligently sense and adapts to changes in floor type. There's 3 available cleaning modes:

ECO for energy saving with maximum run time


Auto for normal vacuuming with optimum balance of power and run time.


Boost designed for quick, intensive cleaning on ground-in dirt.


Unlike the V10 Absolute which I find drains the battery quite fast within 40 minutes (on max)before having to charge, the ECO mode in the V11 preserves battery life and it even shows how much longer you can vacuum using that mode. That was something I find lacking in V10. The V11 can supposedly last for 60 minutes (but also depending on mode change). It may still be not enough for a bigger house. Mine is just nice before having to charge. I use many times in a week before having to charge and I use mostly to suck up the hair that I drop at home LOL. I drop a lot of hair, and to prevent my husband from running away, I need to clean my room on a daily basis hahaha

The V11 is slightly heavier than the V10(less than a kg difference) so there really isn't much difference to be felt. It is quite light when cleaning just don't lift it up because then it can be slightly heavy but if I can carry it upstairs to downstairs you can too ^_^. The dustbin is also exactly the same size. Vacuuming the whole house would not even fill up the entire dustbin so to me it's still good.

The technology however is the most significant. Both the V10 and V11 rely on Dyson’s patented cyclone cleaning system for powerful suction. Additionally, the Dyson V11 also has an intelligent suction mode which is called the Dynamic Load Sensor. This allows the vacuum to increase / decrease suction based on what the cleaning surface requires. The V11 is said to offer the strongest suction for a cordless vacuum to date.

It is very easy to use. Changing its tools is a walk in a park. Just pull out and clasps back. I mean, you can't be spending so much on an equipment but still find it difficult to use. These are all the value that has been included. It's basically plug and play. Nothing fancy. The fancy parts are all in the technology which has been built in. And to clean the bin, just open and shoot the dirt into a dustbin. Don't even need to touch the dirt and debris.

Torque Drive Cleaning Head


Both models use the Torque Drive cleaning head. The Torque drive cleaning head uses a spiral brushroll that is better at agitating carpet fibers, while also being safe for hardwood floors. The visible difference between both models is the Fluffy cleaning head which was designed specifically for hardwood floors and does a better job of cleaning those floors as well as capturing large debris types, but it’s only included with the V10 Absolute and isn’t included with any V11 models. However, I couldn't sense any difference in cleaning. The V11 sucks enough debris and dirt that I don't think the Fluffy is needed for the V11.

The V11 is also quieter than the V10. I realised the V10 has a higher 'pitch' but the V11 is softer. Because V11 offers more run time, it also takes a longer time to charge. But that's not really a worry for me because whenever not in use, I leave it to charge and when I want to use it, it's always charged.

Honestly what is there not to love? Yes, the price (Dyson V11 Absolute costs around RM3,399.00) but I heard a Dyson last for a very long time so I reckon, it is definitely value for money plus it effectively saves cleaning time. As a working wife, this is by far the best product I have ever used in my household =) For around RM200 difference, then by all means, the V11 is better!

Domino's Saranghae-ny stix

K-Drama lovers were in for thrills with the launch of the latest Domino’s Pizza product, the all-new Saranghae-ny Stix! As part of the latest ‘So Spicy, So Drama’ campaign, Domino’s Pizza organised an unforgettable night treating all guests to the latest Saranghae-ny Stix, together with the spicy Ssamjeang Pizza and Ayam Haseyo. 

Me concentrating my eyes on the pizza =)

Food galore!!

Newly launched, oven-baked until golden brown, this Saranghae-ny stix is a fluffy dessert which is richly-flavoured with honey butter and salted caramel sauce drizzle. This delightful dessert was launched as a sweet complement to the spicy Ssamjeang Pizza which recently made a dramatic comeback to meet Malaysians’ desire for spicy food. 

Inspired by Malaysians’ love for food, the Ssamjeang Pizza proved to be a best seller last year, and Domino's brought it back this year, this time featuring the delicious Saranghae-ny Stix as a dessert pizza. If you're a fan of caramel, then this dessert is for you because it has a slightly overpowering caramel taste and scent. But luckily, it is not too sweet which is a plus point!

The Ssamjeang Pizza is available in three varieties, namely Ssamjeang Beef Pizza, Ssamjeang Chicken Pizza and Ssamjeang Tuna Pizza. The secret to Domino’s tantalising product is the spicy Korean sauce that Domino’s specially developed as a base for the Ssamjeang Pizza. The unique Ssamjeang sauce features a delightful blend of spiciness and sweetness and is sure to give your taste buds some fiery action. Hence, couple it with the Saranghae-ny Stix to water down the spiciness!

Grab the opportunity to enjoy amazing value deals during the ‘So Spicy, So Drama’ campaign, with promotions such as:

Ssamjeang Buddy Combo for RM39.90 (savings of RM25.60)
(1 Regular Ssamjeang Pizza, 1 Saranghae-ny Stix, 1 Ayam Haseyo and 2 cans of soft drinks)

 Ssamjeang Super Combo for RM54.90 (savings of RM37.60)
 (1 Regular Ssamjeang Pizza, 1 Regular Pizza, 1 Saranghae-ny Stix, 1 Ayam Haseyo and 1 bottle of soft drink)

2 Pizza Deals available from:
RM35.90 for two Regular pizzas;
RM56.90 for two Large pizzas;
RM77.90 for two Xtra Large pizzas

In addition, Personal-sized Ssamjeang Pizza is valid for Super Tuesday deals on every Tuesday from as low as RM3.90 for online takeaway orders and RM4.90 for over-the-counter orders. Ssamjeang pizza is also part of Domino’s Ohsem Hari-Hari promotion starting from as low as RM5.00 per personal pizza, terms and conditions apply.

The new Saranghae-ny Stix is oven-baked fresh and served hot everyday at Domino’s Pizza stores nationwide and is available for a limited time only, at an introductory price of only RM7.90. Available from June 17 onwards.

Visit Domino's today, order online at http://www.dominos.com.my, or call 1300-888-333 to make an order.