I am for simple, handcrafted and natural products. That is why I was happy to try a soap from a Singapore-based beauty and skincare company specialising in botanical soaps, Rough Beauty. I love that the use quality natural ingredient made of only plant essential oils, herbs and spices. This means there is absolutely no artificial ingredients in their products. I was pleased to learn that this company was founded by a 20-something nurse with ideals of simplicity and sustainability. I … [Read more...]
BOOKS OF THE MONTH: LESLIE LUDY’S BOOKS
Looking around these days, I realised that women are having few people to look up to that would model what is classy and dignified femininity. Class was replaced by crass and it saddens me. I am still hoping I will have a daughter eventually and I want her to have good women examples to follow. I was delighted to discover Leslie Ludy's books that geared toward Christ-centered femininity. I have read a Leslie Ludy book that she wrote her husband, Eric Ludy entitled When God Writes Your … [Read more...]
HOME-MADE BODY SCRUB RECIPES
I suffer from Keratosis Pilaris. It's that unfortunate genetic skin condition where there is a fast build-up keratin on the skin which causes unsightly bumps and rough skin especially in upper arms and back. I need to exfoliate my skin every night to prevent excess build-up of skin and get rid of the itchy, rough, dry skin. I love body scrubs, loofahs and exfoliating soaps. I particularly love the Soap and Glory Smoothie Breakfast Scrub. But I am trying to be a thrifty diva and … [Read more...]
OXYJET FACIAL TREATMENT AT BELLEZZA AESTHETICS: A ROYAL TREATMENT FOR ALL PRINCESSES
I realized that no amount of expensive makeup can hide a bad skin. I made a mistake of investing in a lot of cosmetics that creates a big hole in my wallet to conceal my imperfect skin when I should have invested more on taking good care of my skin. Currently, I prefer the au naturale trend. Less makeup, more on natural beauty. You can get really self-conscious of feeling so exposed going out without makeup. Going au naturale is not easy. It requires less use of harsh products on skin, proper … [Read more...]
THINGS THAT INSPIRED ME THIS WEEK
This week, my week started with a wonderful facial at Bellezza Aesthetics at Wheelock Place. I have this amazing OxyJet facial. I was served with some hot tea and biscuits before and after my treatment. I felt like an English princess. I can't wait to share with you my royal treatment at Belles Aesthetics. I felt my skin glowing after the treatment. I don't mind not wearing any make-up after my facial. Midweek, my colleagues and I went to a Ramadan buffet at The Landmark at Village Hotel … [Read more...]
THE MAGIC OF DR. BRONNER’S PURE CASTILE SOAPS
I got acquainted with Dr. Bronner's Pure Castile Soap when it was used as a base to make kitchen cleaning spray on the Havaroma Aromtherapy Workshop I attended last year. Ever since I became a mother, I have been in a look out for organic and eco-friendly products to use at home. Dr. Bronner's soap are certified organic by the USDA National Organic Program and certified Fair Trade as written on their label. The plastic bottles they use are 100% recycled. Dr. Bronner's Pure Castile Soaps have … [Read more...]
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