Ritual Gym Singapore a.k.a. The 30-minute gym is my first ever gym encounter. The thought of going to a gym is indeed fun and IG-worthy (humblebrag posts) but once I actually started to get into the swing of total body work out, for the very first time and for just one set of 14 different exercise movements – feeling of light-headedness kicked in. I had to do 3 sets with 30 seconds or less rest time. I understand shortness of breath is my body’s normal reaction to sudden muscle exertion, simply put “because I never exercise on a regular basis”. The only cardio activity I do is swimming and that too is not very often. Lazy. I hear you.
Ritual Gym has a work out concept perfect for yuppies, busy bees, and people like me who might not be able to stand an hour or two in a gym.
“We’re the gym for busy people.” ~ Ritual
The training at Ritual combines both cardio and strength training into one efficient 20-minute session.
Lured by positive reviews coming from skincare enthusiasts and some local celebrities in Instagram, I finally hit the Add To Cart button and have these PH-based magic creams delivered to my Singapore address. As a longtime user of Korean skincare products, it’s nice to stumble upon a much raved about skincare brand made from my motherland, the Philippines.
I’ve become a loyal user of Korean Skincare products for quite a while now especially after having tried their cult essence – Missha Time Revolution line. My experience with Korean skincare brands and their famous 7-step routine have been positive so please know it wasn’t an easy decision to take a break from the intricate K- regimen.
Why the switch to Japanese brand SK-II?
I have to admit that SK-II’s retargeting ads were very effective. I have used Pitera before but this time they’ve introduced a latest breakthrough in a new oil form combined with its sake-based Pitera essence.
3 to 4 customized, multi-channel retargeting ads at 3 impressions per day later, I was finally convinced to hop on the Japanese skincare journey.
It was also my way of giving my skin a break from the usual 7-10 step routine to a much simpler one for a good 6 months as of this writing.
Here are my Top SK-II holy grail products:
1. Facial Treatment Essence – Pitera Power
SK-II’s skincare products revolve around the main patented ingredient – Pitera. With its waterlike consistency, it is said to be rich in amino acids and vitamins that encourage skin rejuvenation and new cell turnover. I apply this twice a day after cleansing and it gets absorbed into my skin very quickly.
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Not only are magazines going digital, much of our regular activities are done digitally – watching videos on mobile, paying our transactions online, even buying detergents online (oops guilty of this!)
I’m not really a fan of powder blushes because they usually don’t last as long as liquids and somehow don’t look natural on me. For years I have been using Benetint cheek stain that gives off a very natural, rosy flush radiance without looking like a clown.
Benetint Cheek & Lip Stain
After applying CC cream, I dab the tint on my cheekbones and blend with my index finger (no buffing brush) to create a naturally sheer look.
You mean hormonal zits? Of course I do get those occasional & stubborn breakouts that are so hard to tame. I finally convinced myself to try Mario Badescu’s drying cream and to keep it short I am so glad that it works!
How To Use:
Dab small amount onto clusters of affected areas until product blends into skin. Do not apply around the eye area.
I apply it on the combat area overnight and the next morning the pesky pimple have shrunk. The mark usually goes away after a week. I have a lot to thank this cream for!
Hello jawline hormonal zit, meet the sorcery in Mario Badescu.
ah the wonders of science (and sulfur?)
Mario Badescu drying cream is available in Sephora priced at only SGD26.
P.S. I’ve also included Mario Badescu Enzyme Cleansing gel in my facial wash routine but I’ve yet to see what it does to my skin.
Thanks ladies. Stay lovely and zit-free!
