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10.4.15

Nivea Make Up Clear

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The very first thing I do upon reaching home is to REMOVE MY MAKEUP.

Always.

I guess I was taught well by my mum to go through all the proper steps of cleansing.
And because my skin is extremely prone to breakouts every now and then,
I make sure I clean every inch of my face of makeup once I step into the house.

You know what happens if you do not clean off your makeup properly?
YES I AM TALKING TO THOSE WHO FALL ASLEEP WITH THEIR MAKEUP ON.

Your skin will age prematurely.
Anyone wants older/saggy/wrinkly skin full of acne?
Try sleeping with your makeup on everyday for a month.
Promise you will see more obvious effects than any skincare you have used.

I know I am starting to sound like your naggy mother but we mean well okay?


Was honoured to be invited to the launch of NIVEA's new range - NIVEA Make Up Clear some time back.
I was interested to see what they have because honestly I have never tried any skin care products from NIVEA before even though I know that they are one of the most trusted brands on the market.

The launch was held at Top Deck along Upper Thomson Road.

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Super cute cushions which came in the design of one of their newly launched cleansers

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My cutie plus one for the event


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Secretly love it when they cater yummy food for us at events, hehe

After a short and sweet introduction of their newly launched products,
the NIVEA team also put in a segment to demonstrate how the product can be used.
I think it is definitely safe to say that most of us were intrigued and impressed by how effective the cleansers are!

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The product which was used for the demonstration was the 3in1 Mud Cleanser.
It is said to be able to remove 10 types of makeup in just one cleanse,
at the same time giving you fairer and water-like skin!

So the makeup artist applied layers of makeup on the model's arm - the same ones that most of us apply on our faces on a daily basis.
They consist of make up base, concealer, foundation, bronzer, blusher, BB Cream, powder, brow pencil, tinted moisturizer and tinted sunscreen.

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Rub-a-dub-dub

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And all traces of makeup are gone!
The left arm also looked slightly fairer compared to the right arm after cleansing,
pity my camera did not manage to capture it properly.

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With fellow bloggers at the event

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One huge bag of goodies from NIVEA

NIVEA also generously packed a goodie bag each for us bloggers and our plus ones,
inside filled with full sized products from their latest launch!

I will admit that I was excited and immediately used the 3in1 Mud Cleanser once I got home from the event.

I got to experience for myself first hand about the promised effects.
Definitely not exaggerating here but my face looks a lot fairer whenever I am done cleaning my face with the 3in1 Mud Cleanser.
I SWEAR.
So fair that I cannot believe it is my own skin.
Skin also feels supple and really smooth!



At the event,
I also learnt more about the benefits of double cleansing.
I have heard about double cleansing but was not sure how it worked.
Glad I got my doubts cleared!


For my current makeup removal routine,
I first use the 3in1 Mud Cleanser to rid my skin of light makeup which includes my tinted sunscreen, concealer, blusher, eyebrow pencil and lip colour.
Then I use the Make Up Clear Micellar Water to clean off any eye make up like eyeliner or undereye concealer and throughout my face again just to make sure that it is as clean as can be.
Once a week, I replace the 3in1 Mud Cleanser with the 3in1 Scrub for cleansing and exfoliation purposes.

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The star products - 3in1 Mud Cleanser and Micellar Water

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These two happen to be my favourites out of the lot because they work so well together.
My daily makeup just vanishes with no trace (I know because I used the NIVEA Make Up Clear Cleansing wipes to test out and could not spot any bit of makeup on it hahaha) and I feel safe that my face is squeaky clean before I go to bed.

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You can apply it as mud mask to absorb makeup and unclog pores.
At the touch of water, it then turns into a foamy make up remover and removes your light makeup plus added whitening effect.

Definitely #NotYourRegularCleanser!

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Actually there is hardly any makeup left after I finish the first part of my cleansing.
See how white the cotton pad looks!

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No feeling better than having a clean, bare face after a long day out

With so many skin care product choices readily available,
there are definitely products which you buy to try out but do not end up repurchasing.
But the NIVEA 3in1 Mud Cleanser and Micellar Water are products which now have a permanent place in my skincare routine.
Try them out and they might just become yours too!

P.S. I also like the fact that they are really pocket friendly. Important for me because I go through my makeup removers so fast since I use them every day. Hahah.


Head over to NIVEA's Facebook Page to check out their new product launches and giveaways!
https://www.facebook.com/NIVEA.sg

26.2.15

Vivreactivewear

I think I've been doing a pretty swell job of keeping onto of my 2015 resolutions thus far...
But still too early to say,
it's barely past February!

Have been conscientious with my plans to hit the gym and weekly runs,
save for last week which was CNY week.
Hahaha.
In my defense,
I still did a 5.4km run at the park just right next to my house even though I didn't manage to visit the gym.

#dedication
#ownselfsayone


I was really happy when Sylvia of vivreactivewear.com emailed me earlier and told me she would love to send some sportswear over to me.

Eagerly ripped my parcel apart when I received it and am happy to report here that I love all the 4 items I picked!

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Escapade Active Tank

Linked it up for you to save you the hassle!
I heard from Sylvia that this is selling really fast.
Grab yours quick!

Sizing wise, I'm a UK6 and wears Size S for this tank top perfectly.
Material is really stretchy and it comes with an in-built bra to provide maximum support for your workouts.

Honestly super impressed by the fit and choice of fabrics (I have this secret workaholic habit of checking out fabrics on all kinds of apparels) for their manufactured pieces.

Can't wait to feature the rest of the pieces I've picked,
and of course to wear them for my workouts.
Hehe.


And before I forget,
you can quote <joycesayshello> for a 10% off minimum $50 spent!
Yay to discount codes!


Side note,
I'm really loving my vibrant red hair colour which I got done in time for CNY at my trusty hair sponsor,
Covo Salon.

More pictures on my Dayre post HERE!




18.9.12

Studs.

Love this studs tote bag which CadeJade sent me!
Made of canvas and extremely sturdy.
It's my daily carry now and it can take the weight of both my 13" Macbook and iPad!












You can also LIKE them on facebook to catch the latest updates!
http://www.facebook.com/CadeJade


Psst, they're giving away this bracelet on their FB!
;)

And special thanks to the owner of Cadejade who was super patient with me for the sponsored post despite the hiccups here and there!
Am sure you'll have a good experience shopping with them as well!

Quote 'Joyce' to get $2 off your purchases!



5.9.12

Sketch-a-tote!

I have this eternal soft spot for all things handmade.
So when Quans emailed me and offered to send me some hand drawn tote bags to feature on my blog,
I was damn happy!!!
:)

Looked forward to the mail everyday and couldn't wait to receive them in my letterbox.
Hehehe.
#confessionsofashopaholic


The best part about buying your tote bag from Sketch-a-tote is,
each piece is absolutely unique and exclusive.
No chance of bumping into another girl on the streets with the same bag!
How awesome is that??


Shall show you what I picked!
(If you like what I have, maybe you can try emailing Quans and see if she is willing to recreate the same design!)

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I wanted this ombre bag in blue initially,
but it was sold out so I got the purple!

Really love this shade of purple when I saw it in real life,
so I was secretly glad that the blue was sold out and I couldn't get that!
;p

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LOVE THIS TO DEATH OMG.
I'm using this as my daily tote to carry around my ipad and what-nots now.


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Thank you Sketch-a-tote for the tote-tally awesome totes!
(HEHE)

You can 'LIKE' their facebook page too to get more updates on the designs!
http://facebook.com/sketchatote
Only one piece each design...
So fastest fingers first!!

Psst, they have a new collection coming up on 7 Sep, 6pm!
Hehehe I'm so going to note it down on my schedule!


Blog again soon!! :D

21.8.12

Short Long Weekend.

The long weekend feels so short,
I think they should call it short weekend instead.
And normal weekends should be called even shorter weekends.

Nevertheless, I had a good break and feel really recharged after last week's hell break loose at work.
Now that I look back,
I don't really know EXACTLY what I've been busy with.

Not in a mood to string my post properly together,
so try to deal with the photos and random captions I give them please?
:)


Wayyyyy overdue OTD.





Racerfront Tank Top in White paired with Jubilante Maxi Skirt in Sunshine!
:)
LURVE this colour combination.




Ichiban Sushi - my favourite set meal is the mentaiko salmon!
Stomach is rumbling at the sight of these photos.
Not good.


CUTEST HELLO KITTY I'VE SEEN.


Thom bought it for me because I made him.
Punishment for saying the wrong things.
HAHAHA.
I'm a bad girlfriend.


Hard-to-please girlfriend is pleased with the Hello Kitty!


Airport on the very same day.
To send my long lost friend off.


We miss you Steph!
Definitely looking forward to the next time you're back.
;)

(HAHAHA just realised your mustard skirt matches Thom's mustard berms!)





Upcoming studded tank on TTR this week!
:)
Love gold on white.
So pretty.


My Duffy keychain on my birthday bag from Sissy.
:)
Love the colours!
It's good to grow old sometimes,
especially when you receive lovely presents as such.




Wore a pretty floral dress to work one of the days last week.
I'm adoring the prints!
Material is super comfortable and minion asked me where I got it from when she saw.
HEHE.

Read on to find out!






Friday's OTD.
:)))
Cannot emphasis on how much I love tie tops.
Jumped at this denim tie front top the first chance I got!
The studs add a nice touch!

And the very gorgeous lace shorts upcoming on TTR soon!
!!!!!!
HEHE.
Just wanna wear them out every. single. day.
Somebody stop me!


After my dental appointment to tighten the wires.
Love the Sissy for accompanying me!




The gold sequin tote is from DX's shop!
http://www.hexandsex.com/

I forgot from which preorder but you can ask her!!
Comes with an extra makeup pouch which can be used as a mini sling bag too.
LOVE.


Floral dress and denim studded tie front top sponsored by:


http://myfashionaffairsg.wordpress.com/

Thanks Tracy and Jocelyn for being so accommodating of my schedule last week!
:)))





Macarons (all time favourite) and Starbucks to celebrate Friday.

And now it's Tuesday again.
Hello weekdays.
Why do you always stay for so long?
;(

I'm hardly this un-enthusiastic about the start of a new week but I think it's the PMS in me talking.

Laters!
XO