Hey Ladies!

Christmas is just around the corner and it’s time to gear yourself up with some sparkling Christmas colour!

Dazzle yourself this festive season with The Body Shop Festive Makeup 2008, a sensational makeup collection which is made out of rich and dense colours of golden sparkling hues.

This season’s look focuses on complexions which are powdery yet subtly shimmering with eyes that are daringly dramatic with deep enticing tints and lips that are neutral with a sparkly twist.

The collection is made out of eight new products that include its hero products: Limited Edition Sparkle Eye Pallete 01, a luscious palette of golden green hues, with a twist of bronze and Limited Edition Sparkle Eye Pallete 02, a dramatic palette dominated by sparkling silver with a twist of pink and blue.

Thanks to The Body Shop, I’ve got one too! And I just LOVE the casing for this eye pallete! Oh! And the eye brush is included too, fyi.

The Festive Makeup collection is also enriched with Community Trade Marula Oil which brings income to some 3000 women in Namibia, Africa that is used to supplement the cost of education and basic needs. Now, you can not only look fabulous but also feel fabulous!

Here are the other collections from The Body Shop Sparkling Festive Makeup:

Limited Edition Sparkle Eyeliner
Two striking shades of liquid eyeliner with glitter particles to add definition to the eyes and complete the festive look. Available in two shades: Starlight and Ocean Green.

Limited Edition Sparkle Lip Gloss
Two irresistible lip glosses innocent neutral tones, with an edgy twist of sparkle. Presented in squeezeable tubes with black metallic coloured caps.
Shade 01: Pink Sand – palest Pink gloss with edgy hot pink sparkle
Shade 02: Dusk Rose – A golden pink gloss with lively twist of golden sparkle.

Limited Edition Sparkle & Shimmer Powder Puff
Apply this shimmering golden glow over your winter complexion, to highlight the face, cheeks and décolletage. Let the radiance dance in the light all through the day.

Limited Edition Sparkle Roller Ball
A sparkling iridescent light reflective glitter with multi-coloured glitter particles that can be rolled onto cheeks and décolletage to add instant sparkle and glamour. An absolute make-up must-have for all!

Since Christmas is about gifts & presents, hey, why not share it with your friends and families?

Remember as I said, sharing is caring!

Happy holiday, Merry Christmas and have a joyful New Year everyone!

Muaks! *hugs*

When it comes to a proportionate and affordable yet delicious meal, this is something that you might want to consider.

As always, The Roof Restaurant team at Imperial International Hotel have once again created a new, improved and better set lunch menu and this time, you’ll be spoiled with more choices at a very affordable price!

For a non big eater, I’d recommend you - ladies especially, to go for Set A. Consist of soup, white rice, chicken, fish/squid, beancurd, vegetable and dessert, RM15 is definitely worth it AND the portion is BIG, I kid you not. You can even share with another friend/colleague

For the big eaters or those who crave for some protein loaded juicy ‘beefy’ meal, I’d recommend you to go for set B. You’ll get all 3 side dishes which is the chicken, the fish/squid AND the beef/lamb.

As for those who loves seafood, set C is definitely for you. The prawns are big, proportionate and this meal can definitely be shared among you and your friends as well

Overall, I’d say that The Rooftop new set lunch has a feel of home cooking. Less fattening (I know some of you guys always go for fast food for lunch) and leave you feeling full without burning a hole in your pocket.

My personal favourite would be the Ayam Panggang Percik Bersantan (Grilled Chicken with Gravy). It is soooo delicious that I’d like to have it all to myself. Haha! Oh! and Daging Masak Merah is also a must try.

So go on ahead to The Roof Restaurant at 11th Floor, Imperial International Hotel, Warisan Square. Lunch hours is at 12pm - 3pm. For more information, call +6088-522 888

So I’ve blogged about how I usually wear my usual CFP… (that would be concealer, foundation and powder). To be honest it does take some time to apply especially when you’re in a rush, or worse, costs 3 times more than what you budgeted for a simple and light “barely there” makeup.

After scouting through the latest all-in-one products/brands in the market, I’d have to say that I’m loving the new hu-ha Nature’s Mineral Makeup by The Body Shop.

Just Tip it, Work it, Tap it and Use it.

As easy as that.

Nature’s Minerals™ Foundation SPF 25 is made from minerals, oil-free, dermatologically-tested, noncomedogenic and free from potential irritants like preservatives and fragrances. The long-lasting powder foundation has an SPF of 25 to protect skin from sun damage, while it’s the ideal choice for those with sensitive skin. Easy to blend and build, it also expertly reduces the appearance of redness, imperfections, blemishes and visible pores.

This foundation is available in six natural-looking shades AND.. there’s more… it is also packaged in a recyclable container with a lid which includes 15% postconsumer recyclate. *hey.. we all love the environment.. don’t we*

I’ve tried it, loved it and so should you.

Our lucky reader of the month goes to Cheryl, a student who loves make up and dressing up but still opt for the natural look. With a cute face as hers, The Body Shop team decided to give Cheryl the Smokey Seduction Look.

After cleansing and applying the usuals I.e. toner, moisturizer and sun block, pushed your old products aside and grab yourself The Body Shop Nature’s Minerals™ Foundation *yes.. you can forget about those concealer and powder (apply only when it’s necessary)*.

In Cheryl’s case, Beverley, The Body Shop in house make up artist applied Shade: 01 on her.

All you gotta is:

• TIP IT - Tip the pot upside down so a little powder is deposited in the lid. You only need the smallest amount of the product. Then take your Nature’s Minerals™ Foundation Brush and…
• WORK IT - Work the powder into your Nature’s Minerals™ Foundation Brush using circular motions, then…
• TAP IT - Tap any excess powder from the brush. Nature’s Minerals™ Foundation goes a long way. Now you are ready to…
• USE IT - Use circular motions to apply your Nature’s Minerals™ Foundation, starting at the center of the face and working outwards and around the face.

Simple right?

Tip it, Work it, Tap it and Use it. Even kids can memorize that

And you’ll only need a very small amount from it and worry less of resulting as a drag queen. Haha.

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To get the Smokey Seduction eye look,  try Nature’s Minerals Eye Colour, a long lasting, spectacular powder eye colour created from minerals which available in 6 shades : 01 Shade : Platinum Shimmer, 02 Shade : Radiant Graphite, 03 Shade : Golden Emerald, 04 Shade : Pink Opal, 05 Shade : Bronzed Amber and 06 Shade : Molten Bronze

Take your Nature’s MineralsTM Eyeshadow Brush and Eye Colour 05 Shade: Bronzed Amber and apply across the eyelid, using Nature’s Mineral Eye Shadow brush, blending evenly towards the eye crease.

Take your Nature’s MineralsTM Eye Colour 06 Shade: Molten Bronze and use to intensify your look by applying to the outer edge of the eyelid. Then take the colour under the lower lash line.

Complete your smokey seduction look with lashings of Divide And Multiply Mascara 01 Shade: Black to further intensify your smokey seduction look apply Eye Definer 01 Shade: Black to the inside of the lower eyelid.

Add a slick of Liquid Lip Colour 02 Shade: Golden Coral. And there you have your smokey seduction look.

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For a fabulous sheer radiant look,  take your Nature’s Minerals™ Cheek Colour 02 Shade: Golden Terracotta and using Nature’s Minerals™ Blusher Brush, Tip It, Work It, Tap It, Use it. Smile to reveal the apple of your cheeks. This is where you start your application and work outwards towards the ear.

Finish off by  Mixing Liquid Lip Colour 01 Shade: natural and Nature’s Minerals Cheek Colour 01 Shade: Pink Quartz.

And the result…

Tada!

Sweet~

Now here are few tips for all you beautiful people out there…

• Nature’s Minerals TM Cheek Colours can be used as lip colour when mixed with the natural lip gloss
• Nature’s Minerals TM Foundations can be used as concealer by using a small brush to dab on problem spots
• Nature’s Minerals TM Eye Shadows can be used as eyeliner by using a thin wet brush

The method of application of Nature’s Minerals™ Mineral Make-Up is as essential as the formulation
itself, with three superb brushes designed specifically for the application of these ultra fine mineral powders.

All three brushes are high-density and so guarantee that the precise amount of loose powder is held in place between the bristles for smooth and even coverage. Round-cut hairs are designed to assist with blending and building. The foundation brush and the blusher brush both feature a specially designed handle that fits easily into the palm, to allow appropriate pressure and flexibility.

These three superb brushes offer a welcome alternative to animal hair, as The Body Shop creates them
using the finest synthetic materials. Presented in clever protective pouches, these brushes are ideal for use on the go.

So what are you waiting for? Go natural with The Body Shop’s Mineral Make Up now!

Behind closed doors, one out of three women from all walks of life will suffer physical, mental and emotional abuse at some point in their lifetime. Regardless of social status, many women are subjected to some form of violence, and usually at the hands of someone known to her. Domestic violence is an issue not alien to many but still, not much is done to stop this social epidemic.

The Body Shop has been committed to put  an end to domestic violence with their Stop Violence in the Home Campaign which focuses on education and awareness among our customers and the public.

Hence, this year, as it has been practiced for 3 years in a row (since 2005),  The Body Shop once again collaborating with Sabah Women Action Resource Group (SAWO) on a Play Therapy Room Project which hits the spotlight on the psychological healing process of children affected by domestic violence and other traumatic experiences.

Play Therapy can be a beautiful and effective way to help children and works for children as counseling or psychotherapy does for adults. Play Therapy helps children work through emotional, psychosocial and behavioural difficulties and helps address family problems.

In Play Therapy, a relationship develops between the child and the therapist. The therapist enters the child’s world, following the child’s lead, developing a safe place and a relationship of trust.

Play Therapy sessions are usually held in a playroom that has a range of carefully selected toys and materials.  In special circumstances, Play Therapy sessions can also be offered in other settings such as home and in hospital. In the playroom, the child can express feelings, thoughts, experiences and behaviours through play. Toys are used like words and become the child’s natural language.

In Play Therapy the child selects the toys and activities to play with.  The Play Therapist may join in the play on the child’s direction or invitation.

Limits are set as and when needed. This is done in a way that helps children make choices and develop self responsibility.

According to The Body Shop General Manager, Ms. Victoria Engku, The Body Shop is funding an amount of RM 10 000 to set up the Play Therapy Room, and hopes that victims of traumatic experiences and their families can benefit from the therapy sessions held by SAWO’s trained project leader and psychiatrist, Ms. Irene Yee.

The Body Shop is also selling its Special Edition Shea Lip Care Stick Duo which serves to encourage people to get active,  “Break the silence on domestic violence” and “Talk to a friend”.

To enable our customers to start the conversation rolling, the Shea Lip Care Stick Duo presents a perfect “One For You, One For Me” gifting proposition.

The Special Edition Shea Lip Care Stick Duo is sold at RM35 for a set of two and all profits from the sale of this product will go to SAWO’s Play Therapy Project which focuses on the psychological healing process of children affected by domestic violence and other traumatic experiences.

As I mentioned in my previous entry, the new, first and biggest Adidas Sports Performance and Heritage Concept Store in East Malaysia is finally launched by Grand Path Sdn Bhd on the 29th August 2008 at 1Borneo Kota Kinabalu -  the largest lifestyle Hypermall in east Malaysia.

The launching of adidas Sports Performance Centre &
Sport Heritage Lifestyle Store

Winner of Akademi Fantasia 6 - Stacy

Fun games with Naz and Daphne Iking

Goodie bags!

With the new store opening, patrons of the 1Borneo mall can now be thrilled to know that the new 2500 square feet store for adidas Sports Performance and 690 square feet for adidas Sports Heritage store are located right next to each other.

Adidas Sports Performance concept store is a familiar environment to both competitive athletes and leisure sportsmen. An environment where adidas showcase products “inspired to perform” and a design that is inline with the new brand corporate identity guidelines where performance products are the focus and is an image builder for “Forever Sport”.

Naz

Therefore, it is a true sport centre which every activity, every element of the layout and products are linked to sports and healthy lifestyle. After all, they are the brand who coined the phrase, “Impossible is nothing”

Daphne Iking

And to celebrate the originality and the true characteristics of Adidas, consumer can now step over next door to the Adidas Sporst Heritage Store where they feature authentic and creatively unique themes that embodied the spirit of Adidas’ past and present collection.

Stacy with little fan

“These stores will be used as a platform for us to communicate directly with our customers, to share our performance technology and passion of originality with them, to showcase our understanding of both Sports wear and lifestyle wear with the latest technology and authentic street fashion. And last but not least, I am proud to sum up the adidas concept store in 3 elements; we are authentic, committed and passionate.  Thus, I am proud to declare that “3 stripes are in town” - says Darren Choy, managing Director of adidas Malaysia and Singapore.

“3 stripes are in town” baby!