As a saying goes, know your well when you drink your water. Be grateful of what you have today, and the little things that you may have taken for granted.
Some parties may have came out with favourable and even promising ideas that might have attracted you to change your mind, but use this cooling day to thoroughly think about the past promises and proposals made for the past 4 years.
Think about the one that can really represent and brings Singapore to a even better country, not just by their rallies, but by the results.
It is never easy to have come thus far, we needed someone who can really deliver his/her promises, and not just making empty noises. I am just hoping no one is making the decision just because they wanted a change, or worse, even blindly following the crowd.
If you are still unsure, take this time to read back those speeches and choose someone that is the best person to represent us. I can't stress enough that the decision that you will be making in a day's time will reflect on your future generation.
How will you decide? Hard work against empty rhetoric, a vision against a cheap bargain, a strong, united Singapore or a weak fragmented one? The choice is clear. All for us, For Singapore.
I shall end my thought here.
Written by Michelle 황현이
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It really saddens me and lose faith in human beings when I read about those negative remarks and comments on our founding father current condition. I can never understand and I could not tolerate such remarks and reactions from those evil ones.
It further disgusts me when (almost all) made those remarks are from the younger generations. I did try to understand the reason behind their negative actions, but to be honest, I still really unable to figure out.
I mean, what are those people angry about? I really got no clue. Do they really know what they are doing, or just simply follows the flow of some?
Perhaps that they had forgotten the fact that Mr Lee Kuan Yew and his team are the one that build our nation. Without him, do you think that Singapore will be what it is today? He dedicated his whole life building up this country, to make Singapore a successful country and even, to one of the first world countries.
If not of his efforts and hardwork, do you think we can be living in such a safe country? The land we are stepping on now, the education system and so on. Don't you think that we can travel around countries with minimum disturbances and troubles with our little red passport? How many would understand how much he and his team had gone through in order to make our lives easier and those little things that we took for granted?
Cars might be expensive, and people might be comparing with other countries, but ask yourself this question, even without owing a car in Singapore, don't you think that you can still easily travel around with the public transport systems available? You can already find yourself varies means of public transport the moment you step out of your house. If you had ever travel to other countries, how many times would you find yourself getting varies means of public transports the moment you are out? From a small island to what we have today, how many times do you appreciate those little things that is built for us?
How many times had you encounter electricity blackout and shortage of water? To be honest, I had never. Yet, people are complaining of trivial things and so on. Let me ask you, do you even dare to drink the water right from the tap without even boiling it while you are in other countries? In Singapore, I can just drink it without even boiling it, that's one of the little things people take for granted? I am just stating a few of the examples, the rest, you can think ponder over it yourself.
To the younger generations that are whining and blaming the government for all the little things that is happening in your life, do you understand the hard life our pioneer generation had to go through? My parents are one of the pioneer generation and since young, I was told on how tough their life was and how Mr Lee Kuan Yew and his team built the nation up and to make life better.
My parents was there to witness when Singapore decided to be independent and to separate from our neighbor, Malaysia. My parents was there to witness the changes since the independence of Singapore and how Singapore changes from a Kampong village to high rise buildings, the Singapore currency becoming stronger and bigger, the living standards becoming better and so on.
All these changes are being ignored and disregarded by some of the younger generation, sadly. Instead of being grateful, they are making rude remarks instead. That's really saddening.
People, have a heart, he is a human too, I don't care your reasons for being unhappy with him, but please bare in mind, he is our founding father, a living human with thoughts and feelings too, someone's father, grandfather, someone's family member too. How would you feel if someone you love, especially your father, is being criticized and cursed at? Don't you feel angry and heartbreaking at the same time? Trying to make a joke out of this is not funny, really. Just step in their shoes and think. We all have parents and loved ones, we all pray for the best of them, we all wish for the best of them, isn't it? Imagine if you were the victim today, would you be devastated?
Please people, we all are born with a pure and gold heart, one that god made us up not to be heartless and ruthless. Yes, no one is perfect, we all are not perfect. If you think you are better than him, then prove it, not just commenting groundless comments and even defame him. If you are unhappy with what you are living on now, you are free to leave, what for making yourself so angry every single day the moment you open your eyes? I am sure there will be lots more other people who will be happy to take over your place.
For now, my only wish this year is to see Mr Lee Kuan Yew to recover from all his illness and sickness, and to get back his health back, and to be able to celebrate this special Jubilee year of Singapore. He should be there, and he must be there to witness this!
And to Mr Lee Kuan Yew:
Dear Mr Lee Kuan Yew,
You are a man that I truly hold high respect for. Thank you for all your contributions and effort throughout all these years, I am genuinely appreciating to where I am today, the land that I am stepping on, the roof that is sheltering over me from all the rain and shine. It was really tough for you to fight and make Singapore to who she is today and we all appreciate that. All of us are grateful of all of your hard work.
Please keep fighting on and please do not ever give up! We are all praying for you to you to get well soon and recover from your sickness and illness so please do not give yourself up. You are really a strong man, you built our nation up, you made Singapore a really safe place to live on. Without you, Singapore will not be what she is today. Singapore has finally come thus far, and this Jubilee golden 50 years, all of us are waiting for you to witness and celebrate the country that you dedicated your whole life on. Please do not ever give up and we are all waiting for your good news so press on and get well soon!
Dear Lord, please heal our founding father, Mr Lee Kuan Yew, take all his sickness and sufferings away and please allow him to restore his health back and his longevity too.
Thank you Lord, in the name of Jesus Christ, Amen.
Written by Michelle 황현이
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Once upon a time, there lives a little girl who had been skinny for (literally) 2 decades of her life. She ain't anorexic, she ain't malnutrition, she ain't underfed, neither did she looks like skin-and-bones. In fact, she gets hungry easily and she does eat a decent amount each time.
No matter how much carbohydrates and sinful food she ate, she just remained that size, and every time she went for her body check ups, the nurse would always deem her as slightly underweight.
Nothing lasts forever. The little girl hit the big 20s stage and things started to change. Work, stress and unhealthy living lifestyles caused her to balloon up her once that petite frame. Yes, she was balloon up to almost 10 kilograms within a short span of just one year!
She did not realize her (almost drastic) changes until she met her old school mates and they told her that she had became "builder" (Fatter in other words). She was devastated that her once petite frame had gone out of shape. It took her a long long time to shed that few kilograms off.
Yes, I am the little girl mentioned in this post. The little girl that literally take her body for granted.
The journey of slimming down is really tough. One can't expect instant results without working hard for it! I tried hard enough (not really actually) to get my weight back. My hard works are being paid off, and there are really obvious results after all those sweats and tears.
Good things doesn't stays forever. Just almost half a year ago, I had to put on weight again due to work requirements. To be honest, I hesitated for some time before I agreed with it.
For those who had gone through these journey of slimming down would really understand how hard it really is, and WILL maintain their best shape after that.
Just some weeks back, I finally wrapped up the film/work and I NO LONGER need those extra fats with me no more! Then that comes the hard truth once again, how can I slim down and maintain my shape?
The first thing that came into my mind was -- Diet pills. A diet pill that is safe, yet effective, with minimal side effect.
And I chose this, that is safe to use and no side effect (无副作用, 安全可靠)!:
Its Trimton 2 (速效瘦) - Hong Kong No.1 Best Selling Slimming Pills!
In case you are wondering, it is actually the advanced version of Trimton, that is especially made for Oil Reducing and Fat Burning (去油消脂)! I am going to brief you more about this shortly.
A little Background information on Trimton 2:
All ingredients of Trimton 2 are extracted from plants. For most products, major ingredients are destroyed by gastric acid in our body.
Trimton 2 latest breakthrough ingredient. Microencapsulation Technology (肠溶性微粒), helps to protect these effective ingredients from being ruined by gastric acid so that it can fully work to target at heavy fat area for ultimate burning result.
What is Microencapsulation (肠溶性微粒)?
The microencapsulation of Trimton 2 is a technology that functions mainly to avoid the side effect of ordinary pills.
Each pill has rich missile balls, and they have multi-layers of Ballistic Missiles or onions.
This allows it to dissolve layers by layers, and also avoids gastric acid to ruin the core effective essence.
Once the balls are absorbed into the intestine, the changed alkaline environment makes the final layers truly dissolved, and allows the fully absorbed functional ingredients to work!
So how does this little pistol works?
Target Oriented Fat Burn Effect.
Each Trimton 2 capsule is like 400 oriented missiles, automatically "smashing" heavy fat area and burning the fattest part of body.
Trimton 2 targets to slim wherever you want. As a result, only fat, but not breast fat, is burnt. With its various fat burn ingredients, it acts as a double effect to help attack the fat area, thus 100% eliminating fat.
Main Ingredients List and Functions:
Garcina Cambogia HCA:
A very popular slimming element in Japan! Garcina Cambogia extract has ingredients of HCA to speed up fat burning process. This is also used in US slimming pills which prevent new fats from growing and storing in our body.
Green Coffee Bean Extract:
The rich Chlorogenic Acid in unroasted green coffee bean is a fat decompose element that targets at heavy fat area, and helps speed up the burning of stored and stubborn fat.
Grapefruit Extract High Purity Extract:
The organic acids in this extract automatically speed up fat burning and effectively smash fat in a precise manner.
Green Tea Extract:
It can ease and restrain starch absorption to achieve a fat blocking result. It restrains the aliveness of amylolytic enzyme and the saccharase movement in enteric canal. This prevents extra glucose absorption.
Purple Rice Extract:
This is a unique ingredient of Trimton 2. It contains saccharase dissolution which helps to restrain absorption and prevent carbohydrate from overly turning to fat.
Tests also show that purple rice has a 10% to 20% higher capacity of decomposition. It also helps to prevent skin collagen from losing, and maintain its elasticity and moisture, making you look younger after slimming.
In A Nutshell:
The main ingredients HCA & Chlorogenic Acid can help to reduce the fat up to 52%; Green tea polyphenols and organic acids can help to block oil intake up to 30% and help to slim up your whole body and lose weight.
Review:
To be honest, I have been consuming Trimton 2 for almost a month now.
I am actually a non-pill person. What I mean is that I always got this phobia in taking pill tablets since young. It is always a task for me to swallow the tablets, especially if it is bigger in size. Fortunately, this pill is so easy to swallow down, without much struggle, probably because of its pistol shape.
2 weeks after taking the pills, I noticed that my weight is down by approximately 1.5kg, with normal meals and minimal exercise.
Just today, I weighed myself again and I am down to a total of 3kg ever since the first day I started on the pill.
To be honest, I ever took other brands of diet pills too and usually there are some side effects, but for this Trimton 2, I am actually feeling so normal and no side effect at all. I do not have to worry about having palpitation, short-tempered (Frustration/emotional) and insomnia.
I did not feel any restless nor lethargic, instead, I feel so refreshed and recharge after I woke up, probably due to the natural ingredients found in Trimton 2? Oh! I almost forgotten to mention that it does not cause me any gastric issue too.
What I like most towards Trimton 2 is its flexibility. I do not have to adhere strictly to the timing, which means I am not restricted to take the pill before or after the meal. That means if I forgotten to take the pill out when I am out for my meals, I can always replace it when I am back from my meal!
I am not sure about you, but when it comes to slimming down, the fat that burns the fastest are usually on my boobs area. I ain't sure why too, but it is always so disheartening to see that.
But with this Trimton 2, I realize something, I realize that my boobs are still intact (hahaha) and I noticed that the fats around my abdomen area seems to be smaller than before.
My thighs are (very) slightly smaller than it used to be, though I almost did not exercise at all during this period. My bad for that, I know I should be doing some workout in the meanwhile, but I am just so tied up with my work that I barely have any energy left to burn by the end of the day. Haha! (Excuses).
But I am pretty sure that if you can do some workout along with Trimton 2, the results will be much more amazing and impressive!
Treatment:
It is recommended to take 2 capsules of Trimton 2 daily for 3 months as a treatment.
Usage Direction:
Take 2 capsules a day, one for Breakfast/lunch, and the other one for dinner. You can either take it before/after your meal with a glass of lukewarm water.
Retail Selling Price:
Trimton 2 is retailing at S$118 and is available exclusively at all Guardian Outlets Singapore.
Trimton 2 Facebook Page:
https://www.facebook.com/Trimton2SG
Thank you Trimton Singapore for the sponsorship that really saved my life! :) I will definitely go for this brand again should I ever need a diet again! ㅋㅋㅋ
Written by Michelle 황현이
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Ever heard of Vichy? Vichy is a premium brand of skincare, body care, make up and anti-aging products. Vichy is best known for its thermal spa water, and many called them the miracle water!
About the Miracle water:
It contains 15 minerals and constitutes a natural active ingredient in itself. Some of its minerals play a key role in skin metabolism:
+ Protecting skin’s tissue: Calcium
+ Cell oxygenation: Iron
+ Antioxidant action: Manganese
+ Skin hydration: Potassium
+ Regenerating skin tissue: Silicon
+ Cell regeneration: Magnesium
+ Healing: Copper and Manganese
+ Anti-inflammatory action: Copper
In other words, Vichy Thermal Spa Water is suitable, and work wonders for all skin types, whether sensitive or reactive. Its irreproachable quality is rigorously checked daily to guarantee optimal tolerance and efficacy!
3 Main Properties of the Thermal Spa Water:
Soothing
It reduces irritation (dryness, erythema, scaling), inflammation (vasodilation and redness) and sensation of discomfort from various dermatological pathologies such as acne or contact eczema.
It soothes intolerant and sensitive skin. Its
buffer properties help correct the acid-base imbalance than can be created on
the skin by pollution, for instance.
It also rebalances skin when aggressed by
harsh cleansing.
Fortifying
It increases by more than 20% the catalase activity, an enzyme which plays an essential role in the skin’s natural defences.
It thus helps reinforce skin’s antioxidant defenses, protecting it against ageing and the harmful sun effects linked to free radicals.
It fortifies the stratum corneum, enriching it with calcium, magnesium and sodium.
Regenerating
It stimulates cell metabolism by increasing cellular oxygen consumption by 77%. It acts on epidermal repair and remodelling mechanisms.
Enough of saying the endless benefits of Vichy Thermal Spa Water! Remember that in my earlier post, I posted an article about some of the myths about skin and skincare? (HERE!)
Today, I am going to share with you a series of products that is really great for acne-prone skin, even to the most sensitive skin!
I am raving it so much because I am of the above condition, and many times, if I used the wrong products, my skin will have adverse effects instantly!
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The miracle products is all packed in this nice, classy box!
Yes, you are right! They are from Vichy Laboratories! Vichy Vichy!!!
Its the Vichy Normaderm series!
About Normaderm Series:
VICHY'S NORMADERM RANGE IS FORMULATED TO TREAT IMPERFECTIONS EVEN ON SENSITIVE SKIN. VISIBLY CLEARER SKIN WITHIN 7 DAYS!
Before I go on further, just a question to ask! Do you know what causes pimple?
We subconsciously touch our faces dozens of times everyday, and even more when a small pimple hurts, without realizing it! In making these insignificant gestures, we are adding to a bacteria over-contamination leading to the formation of pimples.
The bacteria carried on the fingers are transferred onto an already weakened skin; they enjoyed it, multiply and prevent the pimple from disappearing rapidly! And in just a few hours, the pimple will become redder, bigger and more painful, turning it into a real nightmare!
Now back to Normaderm range. Vichy's Normaderm range is formulated to treat imperfections, even on sensitive skin.
All Vichy products contain Vichy Thermal Spa Water which soothes intolerant and sensitive skin, protects the skin against aging and free radicals from the sun, and regenerates skin cells by stimulating cell metabolism and epidermal repair.
Cleansing - NORMADERM PURIFYING CLEANSING GEL
ELIMINATES IMPURITIES AND UNCLOGS PORES IN-DEPTH.
- Cleanses sebum and impurities, without over drying.
- Ultra-fresh gel and creamy foam texture.
Review:
Though it is gel-like, but the foam actually lathers really easily. The smell of the cleansing gel is really nice, maybe more like a mild tangerine smell if i did smell correctly! ㅋㅋㅋ!
After using the cleansing gel, I realize that it really cleans my skin thoroughly, without feeling over-drying and tightness, it is really pleasant to touch too, and it (the skin) is smooth to the touch too!
Pricing:
S$29 for a bottle of 200ml
Tone - NORMADERM PURIFYING ASTRINGENT LOTION
UNCLOGS PORES AND REFINES SKIN TEXTURE.
- Tightens pores and refines skin texture.
- Refreshing texture. Dry finish.
Review:
The lotion makes my face really refreshing! It did removes every traces of my makeup residues too. It is non-sticky, and it dries quite fast.
After using for a week to two now, I think my pores did shrinks a little.(Or maybe is it me only?)
I guess results will be more obvious probably after using it more frequently.
But the instant results is that the pores are slightly tighten and skin feels more refine.
Pricing:
S$32 for a bottle of 200ml
Treat and Target!
NORMADERM TRI-ACTIV MOISTURIZER
Let me tell you! This is the STAR Product of the range!!
The #1 selling oil control moisturizer within the derma skin care category!
Efficacy:
Patented technology: dermatological peeling active ingredients in an anti-imperfection treatment for all-round transformation of imperfection-prone skin.
Reduces all imperfections, redness, shiny skin, uneven complexion and acne scarring, and provides continuous hydration for 24 hours.
Unique combination of 3 peeling active ingredients: Salicylic Acid, Glycolic acid and LHA.
These acids penetrate the skin at different levels* to impregnate the entire epidermis and regenerate the skin, layer after layer**.
In just 7 days, imperfections are reduced and your skin is visibly healthier.
*In vitro test.
**Upper layers of the epidermis.
Hydration: When dehydrated, skin cannot regenerate properly and the dead skin cells accumulation on its surface creates imperfections.
Mattification: Any sebum excess can be oxidized by UV rays, creating imitations at the source of even more imperfections. Cosmetic progress in the fight against imperfections.
Review:
How can I not love this star product! In fact, I'm addicted to it. It is so lightweight that I can barely feel anything on my face, yet, it does helps to matt my face keeping it shine free while it stays hydrated inside!
It is easily absorbs into the skin, without leaving any sticky residue/feel.
Pricing:
S$39 for 50ml.
NORMADERM HYALUSPOT
1) PROTECTS THE PIMPLE FROM EXTERNAL BACTERIAL OVER-CONTAMINATION.
2) TREATS THE PIMPLES INSIDE.
Efficacy:
Hyaluronic acid forms an invisibles film in surface to isolate the pimple from bacterial over-contamination.
Deeply, LHA and salicylic acid, dermatological active ingredients treat the pimple.
In 2 hours, 99% of bacteria responsible for pimples are eliminated. In 48 hours the pimple disappear without leaving scars.
Review:
I AM SO IMPRESSED WITH THIS HYALUSPOT! It really makes my pimples/acne/blemish disappear within 48 hours! I simply could not believe my eyes!
The cold applicator makes the swelling pimples/acne/blemish less aggravate, calms down the infected skin while the gel/essence works on the pimple/acne/blemish.
To be honest, within 5 minutes upon applying the hyaluspot, the pimple is instantly losing the battle as the gel is really really really powerful. It makes the area leaving with tingling sensation, but it is bearable though!
I personally think that everyone should invest a stick of the Hyaluspot in case of emergencies! You know you do not want the annoying pimple/acne/blemish to spoil your big day/date/gathering/outing!
*PS: the cold applicator is so cold and soothing to the skin! I can still keep the applicator for future usage once it is finished! LOL
Pricing:
S$29.90 for 15ml.
Retail Outlets:
You can get all the Vichy products at all Watsons, guardians, and selected pharmacies!
Remember, you can have your ideal skin with the right products! :) Vichy is a brand that I personally would wish everyone to have a try on! Even to the most sensitive skin!
Written by Michelle 황현이
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I can't help but to start the post with......
Get your EYES ON ME Baby! I am having SMOOTH and SUPPLE skin that can't make you to stop kissing me 'cause you just simply cannot resist KISSABLE COMPLEXION!
So why am I saying this? It is jolly well because..... Because.....
I am pampering my skin with the new product range from SexyLook and LoveMore!
Let me start with SexyLook new range of mask!
SexyLook 4D Duo Lifting Mask - Organic Aloe Power Soothing
SexyLook 4D is set for effortless skin pampering with innovative mask design
doubled with the finest ingredients.
The double lifting mask is now more elastic, soaked with 30ml of NCHA infused essence to maximize your facial care power.
The Special:
What is NCHA?
Organic Aloe Power Soothing 4D Duo Lifting Mask
My Review:
Let me tell you, when I first tear open the mask, I was really impressed with the generous amount of essence. The whole cotton mask sheet was soaked with the essence and there were so much essence left for later use.
The cotton mask adheres to my face almost perfectly. (The mask above was re-adjusted for photo-taking, hence it is not as per fitting as it is anymore. )
Somehow, I felt that this 4D mask is better than the previous ranges. It is so much fitter and the absorbency is quite well too. It does not dries up easily.
As what you see in the photo above is after I I max stretch the mask for few times. Notice how strong and firm the cotton mask is? :)
Anyway, it is so moisturizing that I can really feel my skin really hydrated and soft to the touch, even after a night! Those blemishes, especially the "fresh" ones, slightly shrink and less irritated after the mask too.
Retail Selling Price:
Sexylook Oragnic Aloe Power Soothing 4D Duo Lifting Mask is selling at S$15.90 for a box of 5 pieces.
Next, lets move on to LoveMore new range!
Lovemore Snail Mucin Eye Repairing Patch Mask
DO YOU KNOW?
Eyes are the window to our soul! It is essential to take extra care of the eye contour as it is also the most delicate area of our skin. As we age, skin loses its elasticity and become thinner due to breakdown of collagen.
Prolonged exposure to air-conditioning and sun dries out skin causes fine lines and crowfeets around the delicate eye contour.
The Highlight:
Formulated with the super hydrating snail mucin and aloe vera extract to reduce the sign of fine lines.
Review:
This is the first time I came across such a lovely eye mask! Want to know why?
Because it is in a shape of a butterfly! Cute and special isn't it?! It is really lightweight and it contours to my delicate eyes area perfectly!
It is designed in a way that the mask is able to reach those places that some full mask can't target on, in this case, would be my nose bridge area. It just adhered to my eyes area so perfectly.
Soon after I had my eye mask on, I can feel that it is really working. I can feel a slight tightening motion on my eyes area, and I usually suffered from slight eye bags problem, but after 15 mins, my eyes feels less puffy and super hydrated!
As I always either stay in the Air-conditioned room and stares at the computer screen, my eyes are more or less quite straining and thank god for this, it just feels so much better!
Did I mentioned that it does helps to shrink my pores near the nose area there? Hehehe!
Retail Selling Price:
Lovemore Snail Mucin Eye Repairing Patch Mask is retailing at the price of S$11.90 for a box of 5.
*PS: Trust me, it is a very very very good eye investment! I am so going to stock up more for this!
All the products mentioned above are available at Secretive.sg!
Have you tried them yet? If you did, what are your opinions? And for those who have yet to try, which mask is in your wanted list?
Written by Michelle 황현이
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