Choose Happy - Part 2

LIFESTYLE

REVIEW: Scrub.sg Laundry Detergents ~ Kind To Clothes, Gentle on the Nose, Tough on Dirt

I like my clothes to smell clean, not overwhelmingly floral or overbearingly woodsy. In a world full of detergents, I never really had a favorite brand. I think most laundry products do the best job in getting refreshingly clean clothes, and there are those that would leave your clothes smelling like you-just-did-your-laundry coming off too strong 🙂 I prefer a scent that is more subdued (neither masculine nor feminine) more like heavenly or cotton blossom-y.

Well, I chanced upon Scrub.sg detergent products while scrolling through Shopee’s marketplace. What’s the lure? the eye-catching laundry bottles/containers/choice of font/enticing labels/ product presentation/brand identity….

Safe to say, it was the subconscious visual stimuli that hit “add to cart” 😛

With the plethora of options, a packaging that’s easy on the eyes stands out.

Let’s dig down further into this review and find out if Scrub.sg’s products fit the bill.

3 in 1 Laundry Capsules and Fresh & Floral Liquid Detergent

3 in 1 LAUNDRY CAPSULES

The choices were once limited to just powder boxes and liquid detergent bottles. Now we have it in water soluble, single-dose pods or capsules with the 3 in 1 function: detergent + softener + stain remover. How convenient! it removes the guesswork of how much powder or liquid to pour for each load plus it is said to be 10x more powerful than regular detergents.

Your hands must be completely dry when handling the capsules as they might dissolve quickly. A single capsule is usually good enough for a regular load of laundry (5 kg). The capsule must be added to the empty drum before throwing in the clothes. These capsules can be used for both top load and front load washers.

SKIN CARE & COSMETICS

Rejuran Treatment in Singapore From Beaute Hub

Breachelle

There are several treatments available today that can help you restore your skin’s vitality and combat the signs of aging. One of the most popular skin treatments is the Rejuran Treatment. Rejuran treatment is highly popular in South Korea, and it’s taking the world by storm.

When it comes to Rejuran treatment in Singapore, I recommend going to Beaute Hub. A premium beauty and skincare specialist in the region. I can vouch that you will be able to see noticeable results after just one session. If you are wondering about the safety, this treatment has approved by medical experts.

SKIN CARE & COSMETICS

Review: Nacific Green Pair Plus Serum and Toner

Breachelle

Nacific Green Pair Serum and Toner review

I wonder why this skincare line is underhyped. I also wonder how they had me at their “Green Fire Extinguisher” marketing tagline. 😛 Truth be told I think that’s exactly what this set does – to extinguish existing flaming zits or destroy the hopes of the ones lurking from under the skin. If that is the answer you are looking for, then yes, go ahead and proceed to checkout that cart. I do highly recommend Nacific’s Green Pair Plus Serum and Toner combo. This line does what it claims to do. Just don’t expect results overnight. I used the combo for at least a week (morning, noon and evening) and my zit started to calm down by the 3rd day. Honestly, Klairs Midnight Blue cream does that as well (even faster), however, the skincare junkie in me always try to curate a mix as long as I check the ingredients first.

7-Free System:

NO parabens, mineral oil, synthetic fragrance, talc, triethanolamine, imidazolidinyl urea, polyacrylamide

NACIFIC GREEN PAIR TONER (150 ml)

After double cleansing with Klairs Oil and Foaming Cleanser, I apply a generous layer of Nacific Green Pair Toner using cotton pads and then gently tap my face for a good 10 seconds. I honestly don’t get what the gentle tapping is for but let’s just say you are actually typing the password unto your skin for it to absorb the product. Anyway, make sure to shake the bottle first as it contains porous powder which helps control excess sebum (now this I know 😛 ).

The toner itself is specially formulated with my favorite Centella Asiatica extract and some other genie ingredients like madecassoside, ceramide NP to help in soothing and hydrating the skin. I have highly sensitive skin and did not experience any adverse reactions or any tingling sensation when using this toner for the first time. Continue Reading

SKIN CARE & COSMETICS

Klairs Midnight Blue Youth Activating Drop Review

Breachelle

Klairs Midnight Youth Blue Activating Drop Blog

My skin has definitely thanked me for using this blue serum. Klairs has once again outdone themselves by introducing their powerful anti-aging serum, The Midnight Blue Youth Activating Drop, doing exactly what it’s named after. Cut to the chase I’m not claiming I looked 10 years younger after using a bottle of this serum but there’s been a noticeable improvement on my dark under eye circles plus a miraculous lift on the mild sagging skin around my eyes.

I consider this an absolute must-have to address early signs of aging since serums are known to pack higher concentrations of essential ingredients than moisturizers.

HOW TO USE

I apply 4 to 5 drops on my face and neck after cleansing. Pat the skin gently for better absorption.

I’M BLUE-WN AWAY

This blue drop is an anti-aging serum. The key ingredients are EGF (sh-Oligopeptide-1) and bFGF (sh-Polypeptide-1) which our bodies produce naturally. I started using anti-aging serums in my mid-20s cos that’s the time our skin starts to lose its elasticity (according to the million dollar beauty industry LOL). I can only wish Klairs blue drop was available back then 😛

Consistency is very watery which is a huge plus because aside from it absorbs really quickly, it is non-sticky.

CALMING, SOOTHING

Apart from the anti-aging benefits, this serum also helps calm down redness or an irritated skin. This quick absorbing serum makes it easy to commit to a routine too!

VOLUME: 20ML

A entire bottle lasted 2.5 weeks as I use it generously day and night. Hopefully Klairs will have this serum in larger bottles just like what they did for Midnight Blue Cream.

CHECK POINT

+ Cruelty-free
+ Vegan Friendly
+ Ethanol-free
+ Paraben-free
+ Silicon-free
+ Steroid-free
+ Artificial coloring-free
+ Artificial fragrance-free
+ pH 5.5 ± 1.0

FOR KEEPS

If there is a skincare product I can marry, the Midnight Blue Activating Youth Drop is definitely The One.

Should you decide to purchase what I consider my number one ultimate Holy Grail, blue magic serum from Dear Klairs, you can get it from Wishtrend.com

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SKIN CARE & COSMETICS

Klairs Midnight Blue Calming Mask To Crush Your Occasional Zits Ba-Bye

Breachelle

Dear Klairs Midnight Blue Calming Mask Review

Amongst life’s little pleasures, a facial sheet mask isn’t something I look forward to pampering my skin with. Not that I don’t believe it works, I just feel it is unnecessary and drippy. Plus if your 14-step skincare routine does not yet make your skin dewy and soothed, you might just as well stick to water cleansing, honey 😛

Enter the occasional hormonal breakouts. If you’re like me who experience fluctuations in their estrogen and progesterone levels depending on your stress level or sleeping habits or just life being good at throwing coincidences, chances are you’ve been visited by one or two or sometimes 2 x 2 hormonal bumps at the most exciting time of the month. Hells yez!

Worry no more lovelies, our savior is born.

Thoughts

Can you be truly you?

Breachelle

In a society that’s constantly evolving and can be unforgiving, can you really set your boundaries to remain true to yourself?

your aspirations, dislikes, beliefs, sense of self

I’m not gonna lie. It’s hard to be living your truth if your truth offends others. And I think this is where it can get confusing hence we end up allowing someone else’s truth imposed unto us.

Self-awareness is key. It’s not something we can rush but it is everything. And it’s not just about dealing with people, it’s also about being aware of what you’re truly passionate about. Are you pursuing that calling that makes you, truly you?

I gravitate towards arts and crafts. I love my full time work in digital media but all the weekends I spent in my art room as a serial crafter… that’s when I am truly me. I sweat glitters and I love it. Time stops when I mix and match fabric, stitch and sew. I suck at painting and ukulele but I still enjoy it. Just writing about these make me smile. Crafting gives me bliss. It is my true nature and somehow along the way, life has been kind to reveal really good opportunities that allow me to balance my “what should be and what is”.

I feel that our true nature doesn’t care about what we do for a living or how much $$$ we have. Our truest truth only cares about connecting with us. Will you give it a room or let it slip away?

Thoughts

Do it anyway

Breachelle

Even the biggest asshole has a story. If the assholery is non-abusive, suspend your judgement and try to be kind – as pleasant and unruffled as possible. Reframe your understanding so their actions don’t touch your soul. Sometimes our emotions can play tricks on us, too.

Don’t get me wrong. It’s hard to be consistent at being kind. It can be pretty infuriating at times. But when being kind is difficult, that’s when it matters most. There are over 100 Ways To Practice Kindness but to me it can be as simple as keeping your mouth shut and your snarky comments to yourself.

That’s kindness : )

“People are often unreasonable, irrational, and self-centered. Forgive them anyway. If you are kind, people may accuse you of selfish, ulterior motives. Be kind anyway.” Mother Teresa