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The Wellness Clinic Aesthetics Review

June 11, 2016 by Regina Chow 2 Comments

If there is one feature on your face that you could change, what would it be? I am actually pretty contented with what I have but if there is something that I could change, that would be my skin! I’ve been plagued by pigmentation on my upper cheeks for ages (I conceal it with CC cream so you can’t tell) and most of the aesthetic clinics that I have visited in the past told me that it would be challenging to get rid of it completely.

Well, that was until The Wellness Clinic (TWC) Aesthetics came into the picture. When I had my first consultation with Dr Ram, he gave me the assurance that it is possible to address my pigmentation issues with a comprehensive treatment plan. Wow, I can’t believe I nearly gave up hope and was almost resigned to the idea that these dark spots will stick with me for life. Thanks to Dr Ram and TWC Aesthetics, I can finally see some light at the end of the tunnel.

Dr Ram’s affable and easygoing disposition put me at ease right away. He is a wonderful listener who pays careful attention to what your needs and preferences are instead of simply promoting his products and services. I have met doctors who gave me the “only I know what’s good for you” vibe, but with Dr Ram, you wouldn’t get any of that. He also goes the extra mile to ensure that you are comfortable with his suggestions every step of the way, which is why I knew right from the start that I would be in safe hands.

He recommended that I undergo a series of laser treatments supplemented by oral medication after I return to Singapore for good later this year. Meanwhile, a suitable skincare range is also of utmost importance to prep my skin for the treatments that lie ahead.

I have been using this range of skincare products exclusively manufactured by Dr Ram for about 3 weeks now and while my pigmentation is still there, I do notice that some have gotten slightly lighter. That to me, is a good sign!

I love the gel-based products as they glide on to my skin effortlessly and feel absolutely feather-light. These are just perfect for brightening my skin while keeping it hydrated in our humid climate.

As Dr Ram was aware that I would be traveling for a couple of months and my skin was already looking dull and tired after months of traveling, I was treated to a session of double-yellow laser treatment that helps with skin rejuvenation before I took off again last month. My skin was much smoother and more supple after one session. It took just 15 minutes and the process was very comfortable. There was no pain, no shocking pulses of light, and no downtime. The effects are similar to that of a facial without extractions. This is a great lunchtime treatment as you can pop in and out of the clinic, grab a quick bite before heading back to the office with beautiful, glowing skin!

I am not going to lie. The fact is, treatment for pigmentation is a long-drawn process. One laser treatment is not going to make those spots disappear forever but I did have very smooth baby soft skin that lasted more than just a couple of weeks! Patience is key, and hard work matters too for optimal results. I don’t deny that there are times when I neglect my skincare routine because all I want to do at the end of the day is jump right into bed. Then my skin goes out of whack, turns completely dull and horror of horrors, the dark spots appear darker thanks to my duller complexion. Prevention is better than cure. So remember, always be conscientious when it comes to skincare. 😉

I can’t wait to get back to Singapore to kick start the series of laser treatments. Everyone’s skin reacts differently to the same treatment and I hope what has worked well for most patients would work equally well for me.For more real-time updates and to keep track of my skin’s progress, do follow me on my instagram account (@reginachow_sg).

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Quote my name “Regina” when you call +65 6887 3073 to book an appointment with Dr Ram and you’ll enjoy two complimentary consultations!

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Why I Love Tarte Cosmetics & Sephora.Sg

April 11, 2016 by Regina Chow No Comments

Tarte is one of my favourite beauty brands and I usually get my dose of Tarte from Sephora stores. Now, for those of you who prefer to shop on the go or in the comfort of your home, you’ll be happy to know that the latest Tarte products are available on Sephora.sg (Shop HERE)!

Why Tarte?

Tarte is one of the few cruelty-free cosmetic brands in the market that has strategically done away with a slew of harmful chemicals in its formula.

All its products are dermatologist tested and do not contain parabens, mineral oil, phthalates, triclosan, sodium lauryl sulfate and gluten. Instead, they are chock full of skin-loving ingredients such as superfruit and plant extracts, vitamins, minerals and essential oils. Sounds pretty awesome if you ask me. In fact, I couldn’t be more excited to try out the latest additions to the brand thanks to Sephora. Before I get down to showing you the two looks that I created (read on till the end of the post), here is a quick rundown of the products that I used.

Tartelette in Bloom Eyeshadow Palette – S$69 (Shop HERE)

Tartlette in Bloom offers a versatile selection of 12 brand new, never-before-seen neutral and brown shades, including light beige tones for highlighting your brow bone to nude colours to enhance your crease for a barely made-up everyday look, all the way to dark chocolate tones for intensifying that smouldering smoky eye look.

Pick and choose from a dazzling array of 9 mattes and 3 lustres which are perfect for transitioning from day to night. Creating different looks is an absolute breeze with this palette as there are endless possibilities. All you have to do is mix and match!

Tarteist Clay Paint Liner in Black – S$34 (Shop HERE)

Eye make-up is never complete without eyeliner, one item that I can never do without. While I usually prefer pencil liners out of sheer convenience, I do like the intense colour that only a cream liner is able to deliver.

The only issue I have with cream liners is that it takes a steady hand and tons of practice to perfect it. Well, that was until I discovered Tarteist Clay Paint Liner. The sketcher-angled eyeliner brush makes it completely hassle-free. Squeeze a tiny amount on to the tapered tip of the eyeliner tube which transforms into a flat blending stage, then pick up a small amount of product with your brush and line away!

It has everything you need in an eyeliner, especially if you wish to create dramatic looks. Not only is it waterproof and budge-proof, it is also extremely black thanks to its triple-black formula. I adore its creamy consistency as it slides effortlessly across your lids. I was able to achieve the perfect winged eyeliner with utmost precision even on my first try, hence to say that I was impressed is definitely an understatement.

Tarteist Creamy Lip Paint – S$30 (Shop HERE)

Top: Tarteist Creamy Lip Paint in TBT // Bottom: Tarteist Creamy Lip Paint in Namaste

Moving on to lip colours. Now we all know that matte lipsticks are all the rage currently, but the trick to getting luscious lips with matte lipsticks lies in finding the right formulation.

Some matte lipsticks dry out your lips and amplify unsightly lines that even you probably have never noticed before. That is not the case with Tarteist Creamy Lip Paint. It is highly pigmented and comes with a lightweight, moussey consistency that glides luxuriously over your lips before drying to a velvety matte finish. I know this sounds like an oxymoron, but I love how matte my lips look without that dry, icky feeling.

I typically use the precision felt tip on the brush wand applicator to trace the colour on my upper and lower lip line before filling in the lips completely. Namaste is my ideal nude shade as it has blush undertones that perk up your complexion. To dial up the glam factor, go for TBT, a mysterious shade of mauve that is bound to turn heads wherever you go.

Tarteist Lip Crayon S$28 (Shop HERE)

Lip liners are one of the most neglected beauty items, but they are essential tools for priming and defining your lips. Formulated with Vitamin E and mineral pigments that soothe, nourish and protect your lips, it is comforting to know that Tarteist Lip Crayon does so much more than just sculpt your lips. Did you know that it also prevents your lips from feathering?

I use Tarteist Lip Crayon in Boho to shape my lips before applying Tarteist Creamy Lip Paint in Namaste. Likewise, the lip crayon in Latergram is the perfect accompaniment to the lip paint in TBT.

Transitioning from Day to Night with Tarte Cosmetics

As promised, here are two looks that I created with Tarte Cosmetics’ latest collection. The first look is a soft, feminine everyday look that is suitable for dates and yet professional enough for work.

For my eyes, I swept charmer (light beige shade) all over my lids to the brow bone as a base, followed by jetsetter (matte warm chocolate shade) on my lids and rocker (shimmery chocolate brown shade) on my crease area, before blending activist (matte cool dark brown shade) and smokeshow (matte dark charcoal shade) at the outer corners. These beautiful eyeshadow shades can all be found in the Tarlette in Bloom palette. Funny girl (champagne gold shade) was used to highlight the inner corners of my eyes before I lined the top and bottom of my eyes with Tarteist Clay Paint Liner. Tarteist Lip Crayon in Boho and Tarteist Lip Paint in Namaste were used to achieve the perfect nude lip.

All I did to achieve a dramatic evening look was to intensify the eyeshadow colours at the outer corner of my eyes with activist and smokeshow from the Tartlette in bloom palette. To add more dimension, I dabbed firecracker (a shimmery cool brown shade) in the inner crease area too. Tarteist Lip Crayon in Latergram and Tarteist Lip Paint in TBT lent the finishing touches to this glamorous look.

As you can tell, a change of lip colour makes a huge difference, which explains why I always carry two lipsticks in different shades with me.

Do you like these looks that I’ve created?

If you are interested in these new products from Tarte Cosmetics, click HERE to shop now!

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ToliV Boutique Salon Ceramic Perm

March 30, 2016 by Regina Chow No Comments

You know what they say about finding a good hairsylist – never let her go, which is why I always make ToliV Boutique Salon one of my first stops whenever I am back in Singapore.

Traveling to Tibet in the peak of winter definitely took a toll on my hair. It was dry, limp and no matter how I styled my hair to will it to curl, the curls just wouldn’t hold.

A perm was in order, but a round of hair treatment was necessary to first revive my hair. Now, that’s the beauty of having my stylist Michelle and her team at ToliV work on your hair. Your hair and scalp health are always their utmost priority.

Only Aveda & Keraganic products are used at ToliV Salon

Every visit to ToliV is a pampering experience. Before I slip away into my own little bubble with a fashion magazine in hand, I find myself looking forward to the Aveda Chakra Balancing Massage at the start of each visit. The calming blend of essential oils, coupled with always puts me in a peaceful, tranquil state of mind.

To ensure that your hair and scalp are well taken care of, only Aveda and Keraganic products are used at ToliV Salon. Aveda probably needs little or no introduction as they are widely known for using natural ingredients that are beneficial to your hair, scalp and overall well-being. I am a huge fan of their shampoo and conditioner.

Kerarganic, on the other hand, is an interesting brand that uses keratin protein and the highly coveted Argan oil, coupled with vitamins to restore and beautify the most resistant hair. I just began using their intensive treatment hair mask and I love how it immediately softens my hair, making it shiny and silky smooth.

. With Michelle and the team at Toliv, you know they will never ever take chances with your hair, because once your hair condition is ruined, it takes more than a while to nurse it back to the pink of health. Only after ascertaining that my hair was ready to take on more chemical treatments did Michelle give the go ahead for my ceramic perm.

I had a quick colour touch-up after the perm and before long, I was all ready to face the world with my freshly permed and coloured voluminous hair. You may be wondering at this point, how is it possible to perm and colour at the same time? Wouldn’t that completely dry out my hair?

Well, the truth is, when you have a hairstylist who knows exactly what she’s doing and uses only products that care for your hair, you can safely cast all your worries aside. If anything, my hair only felt healthier, bouncier and smoother.

Freshly permed natural waves

A low-maintenance wash-and-blow hairstyle like this is exactly what I need for my current lifestyle. Here’s what my hair looks like after blow-drying it, without any hair products except for a dollop of leave-in conditioner.

After normal blow-dry

On days when I feel a little dressier, I sleep with sponge rollers on and wake up to defined curls the next morning. Given how strong the winds in Nanjing are, it is amazing how my curls hold up so well after a day of battling the forces of nature.

After styling with sponge curlers

If you have been on the lookout for a salon that genuinely cares for your hair, ToliV Boutique Salon is the place that you are looking for. Many of my friends get their hair done here too, and they too agree that ToliV Salon doesn’t ever disappoint.

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ToliV Boutique Salon

Address:

5 Purvis St, #01-01

Singapore

Tel:

6333 9223

Website:

www.toliv.com.sg

Facebook:

https://www.facebook.com/tolivboutique

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Eyeliner Embroidery at Arch Angel Brow

March 9, 2016 by Regina Chow No Comments

Eyebrow embroidery gives you perfectly groomed brows that frame your features beautifully, but eyeliner embroidery is the secret behind expressive, magnetic eyes that sparkle. Aren’t we glad that gone are the days when eyeliner embroidery results in a thick line drawn on your eyelids? Today, perfecting the no make-up yet polished look calls for eyeliner embroidery to be done on your waterline to fill up the gaps between your lashes, as this not only enlarges your eyes but also gives the illusion of thicker lashes.

That is exactly what I did at Arch Angel Brow recently after my wonderful experience with their eyebrow embroidery service last year (click here to read more). Now, all I need is sunblock and off I go to face the world!

Before & After Eyeliner Embroidery

Can you tell the difference before and after eyeliner embroidery? I
look more wide awake than before, and I am in love with the subtle
definition that it gives to my peepers without any eye make-up, something that I could never do without in the past. Now, I can literally wake up like this every morning. It simplifies my beauty routine and I am able to get more shuteye.

We all need a little more beauty sleep, don’t we?

When I told some of my close friends that I had plans to get eyeliner embroidery done, many of them were very excited because it is a beauty service that has been on their minds for eons, yet they just couldn’t take the plunge as many questions (usually related to pain) flooded their mind. I will address some of these questions in my post today, and I hope that this would give you peace of mind to finally do the deed.

Why did I choose Arch Angel Brow?

First and foremost, as with eyebrow embroidery, I cannot place enough emphasis on how important it is to engage an experienced professional for eyeliner embroidery. As eyeliner embroidery is done extremely close to your eyeballs, I would only entrust my eyes to a professional who has done this umpteen times, has a good aesthetic eye and most importantly, has at least 10 years of experience.

The founders of Arch Angel Brow, Kelly and Eileen, have combined experience of 18 years in the beauty industry. Only plant-based ingredients are used and all the techniques and technology utilized are imported from Korea. All of the above gave me the assurance I needed, and having seen their works (plus my past experience with them), I knew I was in good hands.

What is the process like? How long does it take?

It is recommended that you head down without any eye make-up, but even if you do have make-up on, your eye area will be thoroughly cleansed before the procedure.

Numbing cream is then applied for about 15-20 minutes, before a wand-like instrument is used to embroider the eyeliner pigment on your waterline. Your eyelids will be gently pulled up during the process and the most important thing to note here is to keep your eyes closed throughout. At the end of the procedure, your eyes will also be rinsed with saline for hygiene purposes.The entire process takes about an hour.

Application of numbing cream

Eyeliner embroidery work-in-progress

Rinsing my eyes with saline after the procedure

How long can it last?

I was told that eyeliner embroidery can last about 2-3 years on average.

Does it hurt?

It generally feels a little ticklish and I felt a tingling sensation at one point, after which Kelly promptly reapplied an additional layer of numbing cream. I would say I experienced more discomfort during eyeliner embroidery as compared to eyebrow embroidery due to the skin around the eyes being more delicate and sensitive, but the entire process is very tolerable with numbing cream. Since it lasts a good 2-3 years, going through a little discomfort is certainly worth the convenience of looking great without make-up!

Is any aftercare required?

Avoid getting your eyes in contact with water on the same day that your eyeliner embroidery is done. Personally, I used wet wipes instead of facial foam to clean my face that evening.

You can also ice your eye area with an ice pack if you experience swelling, which is rather common after this procedure. My eyes swelled immediately after as my skin is generally more sensitive and I had very thick double eyelids. After icing it with an ice pack, the swelling subsided the next day.

As with eyebrow embroidery, there is some scabbing involved in eyeliner embroidery too. Scabbing takes place over a few days and all you have to do is to use some eye drops regularly throughout the day to moisten the skin. Do not scratch or peel the scabs off prematurely as this will lighten the pigment of your eyeliner.

Follow all these steps religiously and you’ll end up with beautiful eyes after the scabbing period passes.

More defined eyes after eyeliner embroidery

Here’s a big thank you to Arch Angel Brow once again for beautifying me and ensuring that I always look my best!

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All you have to do is quote my name “Regina”.

If you have any other questions, feel free to drop me an e-mail at regina.chow@gmail.com.

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Arch Angel Brow

Address:

321 Clementi Ave 3 (New mall in Clementi)

#01-08

Tel:

6250 1151

Opening Hours:

Mon-Fri: 11.00 am – 9.30 pm

Sat-Sun: 10.30 am – 8.00 pm

Facebook:
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Beautiful Hair with ToliV Salon

February 4, 2016 by Regina Chow No Comments

I’m finally back in Singapore and all I can say is, I really miss our little red dot. I appreciate how everything works here and how everywhere is readily accessible by public transport, not to mention the amazing food, cafes and just being in the company of loved ones. Even our warm weather perks me up in a way that I have never quite experienced before.

So yes, it definitely feels great to be back.

As always, my key objective is to catch up with family and friends this Chinese New Year. Gown-shopping with one of my besties for her upcoming wedding ranks high in my priority too. Nonetheless, no matter how busy my schedule is, I will always make it a point to visit my hairstylist, Michelle, at ToliV Salon.

Michelle is a saviour where my crowning glory is concerned. When I came back to Singapore last November, my hair was in dire straits. Split ends, coarse texture and horrible grown-out roots.You get the drift.

After a haircut and intensive treatment, Michelle nursed my hair back to life. I could go on waxing lyrical about her skills, but in this situation, pictures speak louder than words and this series of photos is testament to the magic she wields.

I only had a quick colour touch-up and scalp treatment this time around, but my hair still feels silky smooth and looks incredibly shiny thanks to my last hair treatment. In all honesty, Michelle is a god-send and my heart brims with gratitude.

I’m not sure if you can still secure a slot with Michelle before the Chinese New Year festivities as she is always fully booked, but you can try your luck!

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ToliV Hair Salon

Address:

5 Purvis Street, #01-01

Singapore

Tel:

6333 9223

Website:

http://www.toliv.com.sg

Facebook:

https://www.facebook.com/tolivboutique

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Going Natural with ErucA Hair Care

January 15, 2016 by Regina Chow No Comments

Japanese skincare and hair care products never fail to fascinate me. The Japanese always aim to impress with exquisite packaging, unforgettable scents and quality ingredients. ErucA is yet another Japanese hair care brand that caught my eye recently. It was love at first sight, and judging from its beautiful packaging, it is not hard to see why.

ErucA Hair Care

Why ErucA?

Physical appearance aside, ErucA is keenly aware that beauty is more than skin deep. Beyond its intricate packaging, it is sulfate-free and uses only natural ingredients harnessed from 12 types of seed oils to add brilliant shine, volume and glossiness to your hair in the healthiest way possible.

Its star ingredient, broccoli seed oil, is widely referred to as ‘natural silicon’ as it imparts shine to your hair without the harmful effects of chemical silicon, which unfortunately is still being used in many hair care products today. Other key ingredients include seed oils from cowberry, bilberry and milk thistle, as well as rich botanically-sourced organic oils such as argan, virgin prune and marula oil to thoroughly cleanse, moisturize and rejuvenate our tired tresses.

There are three different product ranges to choose from depending on your hair and scalp condition. All you have to do is use the right amount of shampoo for your hair length (short hair – about the size of a 10 cents coin, average hair length – about the size of a 50 cents coin, hair past shoulders – about the size of two 20 cents coins), lather, rinse and apply conditioner for beautiful, luscious hair!

Scalp & Volume

ErucA Scalp & Volume Range

ErucA’s Scalp & Volume range is ideal for those of you with common scalp issues and fine hair. Personally, I use this range after sports (e.g. yoga classes) to lift the dirt and perspiration from my scalp and to prevent itchiness and dandruff. Broccoli seed oil, cowberry seed oil and bilberry seed oil help to revive and restore balance while hyaluronic acid repairs and hydrates the skin on your scalp.

ErucA Scalp & Volume Mask

My head is lighter and my scalp feels much cleaner whenever I use the shampoo, conditioner and mask in this range. Unlike many scalp care products which tend to dry out your hair, ErucA leaves you with silky smooth, voluminous hair after every wash.

I also adore its sweet floral fragrance, a refreshing departure from the typical minty scents that define scalp care products.

3D Volume Up

3D Volume Up Range

For limp, fine hair, try ErucA’s 3D Volume Up range which contains a unique volumizing ingredient that wraps your hair in a thin veil to create volume from the roots without the use of any harmful chemicals. Botanical oils from broccoli seed, thistle omega-6a and cranberry seed oil moisturize and cleanse your hair and scalp without stripping natural oils.

ErucA Volume Up Foam

For an extra boost in volume, I would recommend spraying a suitable amount of ErucA’s Volume Up Foam on to your hand and running it evenly through your dry hair from the roots to the tips for an airy, voluminous finish.

Moist & Repair

Moist & Repair Range

ErucA’s Moist & Repair range is my favourite out of the three as my hair is very dry from the harsh winter conditions in China and requires utmost hydration to keep split ends at bay.

ErucA Moist & Repair Shampoo

ErucA Moist & Repair Conditioner

It lathers and cleanses well, again without stripping the natural oil from your hair. It also restores the water and oil balance in both your scalp and hair. More importantly, I know that I am in safe hands as harmful chemicals that have adverse effects on damaged hair such as Sodium Laureth Sulfate, mineral oil, alcohol and artificial colouring are omitted.

My favourite products from ErucA

I have been nourishing my tresses with the Moist & Repair shampoo and conditioner daily and I find that my hair is less frizzy, more manageable and definitely smoother, thanks to the luxurious concoction of argan oil, virgin prune oil and marula oil. I would also use the Scalp & Volume mask once or twice a week to ensure that my scalp is in tip top condition.

Before (Right) & After (Left)

To illustrate my point, I deliberately tried the products on just one side of my hair. Can you spot the difference between the texture and shine on both sides? The contrast is so stark that I couldn’t believe my eyes.

Did I also mention that it smells heavenly? My hubby hardly notices any changes in my routine but this time, he picked up the musky, sensual scent instantly.

Where can I purchase ErucA products?

If you too would like to go natural with ErucA hair products, you can find them at Guardian and Tokyu Hands branches nationwide. You can also purchase them online at Maimee’s Corner (www.maimeescorner.com). Retail prices range from S$18.90 – S$22.90.

For a limited time only, you can also click here to redeem free ErucA samples from Samplestore.com!

To stand a chance to win ErucA products, ‘Like’ ErucA on Facebook here to participate in their upcoming CNY contest and ongoing weekly contests!

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ErucA

Website

www.eruca.sg

Facebook

https://www.facebook.com/erucasingapore/

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Waistline Reduction with Liposonix Treatment at SL Clinic

January 6, 2016 by Regina Chow No Comments

I have received a lot of love this Christmas and New Year, and while I treasure the care from loved ones, there is another type of love that leaves me quite in despair. Yes, I am indeed referring to one of the worst types of love – love handles!

This “love” has been surrounding my waist for many months, given my hectic schedule with no time to exercise and a lot of stress-fuelled late night binging. With more yet to come in the upcoming Lunar New Year festivities, I am sure that many of you are experiencing the same despair as me.

Hence, I was really excited when I learnt of Liposonix treatment, introduced by Dr Gabriel Wong at SL Clinic.

Dr Gabriel Wong

Here’s Dr Gabriel who put me at ease instantly and made the entire consultation and treatment process less nerve-wrecking for me!

What is Liposonix?

Liposonix is a fat reduction treatment that uses high-intensity focused ultrasound technology to permanently target and destroy the stubborn fat. Yes – it targets the stubborn fat areas beneath the skin! This means that the skin is not harmed at all, as only the fat tissue beneath the skin is permanently destroyed. It can be used on areas such as the abdomen, thighs and back.

Liposonix
treatment has 10 years of research and testing behind its development.
It has a well-defined safety profile during and after treatment with
very good patient satisfaction, and it has been available in Europe,
Japan and Canada for several years. It was available in the US starting
in January 2012.

Is it the same as Liposuction? (i.e. sucking fat out of the body)

No, not at all! Liposonix treatment is non-surgical and non-invasive, with little to no downtime. What it does is it uses advanced ultrasound energy (the same energy source as diagnostic ultrasound) to very precisely target specific areas with high energy to destroy fat cells, where there is at least 1.0 cm of subcutaneous adipose tissue beyond the selected focal depth setting of the system.

It can help you lose one dress or pant size without surgery, but if you are looking for crazy huge reductions associated with surgical liposuction, then please do have a consultation with the doctor to talk about your specific situation. However, the great news is that it does not have the uneven or lumpy results that you see from Liposuction, nor saggy skin. It is also customizable to address specific problem areas.

Why SL Clinic?

Dr Gabriel was
very professional, yet really sweet and gentlemanly. His
easy-going demeanor makes it a breeze to share your concerns without
feeling shy or insecure and he dispenses sincere, genuine advice. I
would highly encourage everyone to give him a call for consultation.
After all, having treated many patients with Liposonix, Dr Gabriel knows
what is best for you. You can also rest assured that the cost for Liposonix at SL Clinic is the lowest per treatment area.

What is my main area of concern?

My main area of concern was my abdomen and you can see the problem areas here (*sob*):

Problem area – Abdomen

Dr Gabriel explained that he would put the head of the Liposonix device on the area to be treated – which would be the black dots that he meticulously measured out to ensure the entire abdomen was covered.

Problem area – Abdomen (side view)

The fat is permanently destroyed after one treatment. For the abdomen, the session is typically one hour. What happens is that after high-intensity ultrasound energy is focused on the targeted areas, the body naturally removes the treated fat, leaving a thinner, more contoured waistline.

Problem area – Abdomen (side view)

Does this side view look familiar to you? I know many of us all have this issue with our tummy peaking out on top of pants/skirts/outfits.

Dr Gabriel said that the treatment is ideal for active healthy individuals who have at least 1 inch or 2.5 cm of fat to lose in their abdomen or flanks, and there are noticeable results after just one treatment. I was definitely excited to say “bye bye” to this side view….. permanently!

Liposonix Treatment Machine

What is the treatment like?

Honestly, I was rather afraid because the most frequently reported side effects during Liposonix treatment are pain, discomfort, prickling, tingling, or warmth.

And let me be upfront here – there will be discomfort. This is, after all, fat-busting using advanced technology. But as they say – no pain, no gain. To get rid of stubborn fats that are literally so difficult to remove, this is really the least amount of effort. Yes, it is worth it!

Can you see the water spray in Dr Gabriel’s hand? Water will be applied continuously during the treatment as this reduces the heat.

The intensity of the Liposonix ultrasound energy will also be adjusted according to your threshold – the highest intensity was used on me as my threshold for pain is relatively high. The areas that gave a greater tingle were the sides of the lower abdomen but the rest of the areas were less of an issue for me, thankfully.

After meticulously applying the treatment to every one of my problem areas, I finished my first session! There was a slight tingle for certain dots, but Dr Gabriel assured that this was common for all patients as the treatment did its work, and there would be mild pain or discomfort and bruising for a few weeks. Fortunately for me, I did not experience any redness or swelling. Most importantly, this meant that the stubborn fats have been destroyed! Yay!

At the end of the session, the questions on everyone’s mind is definitely:

How long will it take before I see results?

The good news is, most people see maximum results in 8 to 12 weeks, as this is the time it takes for the body to naturally remove the fat cells that were destroyed during treatment.

On average, you can expect to lose one dress or pant size (1 inch or 2.5 cm reduction), and studies show an average waistline reduction of at least one inch.

It
has been 8 weeks since I did the treatment ,and guess what, I already
physically felt the results in week 6 when I realised that I could zip
up my skirt and pants easily (I could not even pull the zipper up fully
last time!)

Do I need to do any special post-care?

I literally walked out of the door and resumed my normal activities. There was no downtime at all except for the tingles. There is no need to do anything out of the ordinary, but of course as every good doctor will recommend, we should maintain or improve the diet and lifestyle that we had before treatment. The targeted cells are permanently destroyed, but surrounding fat cells can grow, which is why the best way to achieve optimal results is to maintain a healthy lifestyle thereafter (yes, we can!).

For those of you who have stubborn fat that you wish to get rid of without having to undergo surgery, Liposonix treatment
is an alternative solution that you might want to consider.

SL Clinic has three branches in Singapore, conveniently located at Plaza Singapura, Wheelock Place and Jurong Point respectively.

Cheers to a 2016 ahead full of love…… and best of all,
no more love handles! Thank you once again to Dr Gabriel for the treatment!

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SL Clinic

Website:
www.skinlabmedspa.com

Plaza Singapura branch

Address:
68 Orchard Road #03-33 Plaza Singapura

Tel:
6336 1106

Opening Hours:
10 am to 9.30 pm

Wheelock Place branch

Address:
501 Orchard Road #04-04 Wheelock Place

Tel:
6235 3246

Opening Hours:
10 am to 9.30 pm

Jurong Point branch

Address:
1 Jurong West Central 2 #B1-62 Jurong Point Shopping Centre

Tel:
6316 2246

Opening Hours:
10 am to 9.30 pm

You can also find out more about Liposonix here.

[This post was written by Isabelle, a permanent writer on Shopping Queen’s Haven.]

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About the writer Isabelle:

An MBTI personality profile that believes in making the world a better place (one starfish at a time), Isabelle is a communications professional who enjoys creating good memories for others, and balances realism with a healthy dose of joie de vivre and can-do positivity.

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Beauty

Wild Harvest Care & Emu Oil Benefits

December 26, 2015 by Regina Chow No Comments

Having lived in Australia for about a year previously, I have personally witnessed how Emu Oil effectively nursed my dry cracked skin during the wintry months back to its former glory. Natural Emu Oil is hard to come by, even more so in Singapore, hence when natural skincare label Wild Harvest Care decided to bring its Emu Oil skincare collection to our sunny island, my heart literally skipped a beat.

(L-R) Wild Harvest Care Cool Moisture Body Lotion with Emu Oil Extract (S$32.90) & Pure Emu Oil (S$39.90)

I brought two of Wild Harvest Care’s star products, Pure Emu Oil (Lavender) (S$39.90) and Cool Moisture Body Lotion with Emu Oil Extract (S$32.90), along with me to China and I couldn’t be more grateful to these gems for keeping my skin soft, supple and moisturized during winter.

Why Emu Oil?

I don’t blame you for asking that question because this very same question popped up in my mind when I was first introduced to Emu Oil.

Highly prized for its anti-inflammatory properties and high amounts of vitamins E and A as well as omega 3, 6, 7 and 9, Emu Oil works well as a natural moisturizer and can be used on both your face and body. It also promotes the healing of wounds, burns, bites, blisters, sunburn, relieving pain and itching while reducing the possibility of scars forming.

Here’s what Emu Oil can do for you:

Lighten stretch marks and scars
Reduce age spots and wrinkles
Replenish moisture in skin
Diminish acne inflammation
Regenerate skin cells
Relieve eczema
Relieve and heal diaper rash
Reduce arthritic pain
Relieve pain from bites, cuts and wounds
Alleviate skin irritations, burns, bruises and swelling

Multi-tasking
products rank high on my beauty list because I travel frequently, and
while I prefer to travel light, I do not wish to compromise on my
skincare regime. Wild Harvest Care’s Emu Oil products suit both my lifestyle and beauty needs perfectly, plugging the gap beautifully.

Why Wild Harvest Care?

Only 100% natural and chemical-free ingredients are used, which makes their products suitable for sensitive and eczema-prone skin, children and even pregnant women.

In fact, Wild Harvest Care uses Emu oil derived from free-range Australian Emus which feed on a healthy diet of natural grain, without additives or hormones. The Emu oil is then processed at a world standard rendering plant that complies with Therapeutic Goods Association (TGA) standards, HACCP and GMP certification. With Wild Harvest Care, you know you are in safe hands.

When is the best time to apply moisturizer? How do I apply Wild Harvest Care’s Emu Oil products to achieve the best results?

Did you know that
the best time to moisturize your skin is immediately after a shower?
Applying body lotion when your skin is still damp helps to lock in
moisture, keeping your skin well hydrated all day long.

To ensure that this doesn’t slip my mind, I always keep my Wild Harvest Care Pure Emu Oil (Lavender) and Cool Moisture Body Lotion within easy reach.

Loving the lightweight body lotion which absorbs readily into my skin

I start off by applying the Cool Moisture Body Lotion all over my body. Its lightweight texture is a godsend for Singapore’s humid climate as the lotion absorbs instantly, leaving a veil of moisture on your skin. In addition to Emu Oil, it is formulated with certified organic aloe vera and a blend of carefully selected natural ingredients including Vitamin E. It also contains Mandarin Cold Pressed, Grapefruit Pink and Lavender essential oils, which give it its amazing scent.

My skin itches in dusty or cold environments and I find that this body lotion works remarkably well in relieving itch and rashes too.

Smoothing on an additional layer of Pure Emu Oil in drier environments

When I sleep with the air-conditioner switched on or when I travel to temperate climates, I smooth on an additional layer of Pure Emu Oil to further enhance moisture absorption, giving extra attention to dry spots such as my legs, knees and elbows.

Formulated with Emu Oil as its main ingredient, it is further enhanced with a delicious concoction of Lavender, Bergamot Calabrian and Patchouli essential oils to nourish your skin and leave you smelling absolutely divine.

With all the upcoming year-end festivities, give yourself (and your loved ones too!) a well-deserved treat and pamper your skin with the natural goodness of Wild Harvest Care Emu Oil products.

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Beauty

The Body Shop Christmas Collection 2015 Giveaway

December 3, 2015 by Regina Chow No Comments

The Body Shop Christmas Collection 2015

Christmas is just around the corner, and we all know what that means – the season of giving is here and it’s time to go shopping for your loved ones!

If you have yet to decide on a gift for your girlfriend, colleague or that special someone in your life, I will be sharing some wonderful gift ideas from The Body Shop today.

Before we go into the details, let’s take a look at the lovely hamper that Body Shop gifted me this Christmas:

The Body Shop Christmas 2015 Hamper

Now, here’s the good news. I will also be giving away some of these products in another hamper worth S$150 so do read on to find out how you can participate in this giveaway.

This year, The Body Shop is also partnering with international charity organisation WaterAid to help transform lives through access to safe water. Every gift that you buy from The Body Shop will provide a family in Ethiopia with one day of safe water.

Frosted Plum Body Care Range

The Body Shop Frosted Plum Body Care Range (seasonal)

Swing into plum temptation with The Body Shop’s new Frosted Plum Body Care range, the highlight of this season’s collection. Indulge your senses with the sweet, sophisticated extracts of plum from the orchards of Turkey. Infused with elegant ripe plum, magnolia and peony notes, this special edition fruity-floral range is a pampering treat that will instantly put you in the Christmas mood.

Some interesting products to look out for in this line-up include: Shimmer Mist (S$21.90), Bath Fizzers (S$39.90), Sugar Scrub (S$36.90), and Scented Candle (S$36.90).

Spa of the World & Oils of Life Collection

The Body Shop Spa of the World Collection

Your escape to paradise begins right at home with The Body Shop’s most luxurious range to date – Spa of the World bodycare range (S$209.90) which consists of a unique blend of fine, natural ingredients from four corners of the globe. Scrub, massage and moisturize your skin to restore its glow and luster before the holiday season begins. I have to admit that I was highly attracted to its sensual yet invigorating scent.


Oils of Life Skincare Collection

The Oils of Life Skincare Collection (S$121.90) is enriched with three precious seed oils, namely black cumin, rosehip and camellia. This is the perfect gift for skincare lovers.

Limited Edition Eyeshadow Palette (Swinging Silver or Grooving Gold)

Swinging Silver

Swinging Silver – metallic and shimmer shades in cool tones

I can never do without eye make-up and I know that I can always rely on smoky hues for upcoming Christmas parties. If you’re looking for a gift for the makeup aficionado on your list this season, The Body Shop’s limited edition eyeshadow palette in Swinging Silver or Grooving Gold (S$36.90) will not disappoint.

Grooving Gold

Grooving Gold – metallic and shimmer shades in warm tones

The buildable formula allows you to dial down your eye makeup for an easy everyday look or dial it up to achieve sultry, smouldering eyes for all your year-end parties. The colours in both palettes are very wearable and versatile, giving you free rein to create a variety of looks.

Giveaway – Christmas Hamper worth S$150

Here’s what the lucky winner will be receiving:

Frosted Plum Body Wash

Frosted Plum Shimmer Lotion

Frosted Plum Sugar Scrub

Strawberry Festive Picks

Eyeshadow Palette in Grooving Gold

To participate in this giveaway, follow these 3 easy steps below:

Step 1

Click here to Like my Facebook Page

Step 2

Like and Share my Giveaway on Facebook

Step 3

E-mail me at regina.chow@gmail.com and tell me which product is your favourite!

**Extra bonus points if you follow me on instagram (@reginachow_sg) too!**

Do note that this giveaway is only for Singapore residents. The deadline for this giveaway is 6 December 2015.

Good luck!

Beauty, Uncategorized

Kotex Luxe Ultrathin Pads Review

October 20, 2015 by Regina Chow No Comments

I have to admit that I am superficial, even when it comes to buying sanitary pads. I am drawn to beautiful packaging and more importantly, brands that claim to be thin yet highly absorbent, especially for overnight pads. Kotex LUXE Ultrathin Overnight Pads (32cm) and Day Pads (24cm) stole my heart way before this review came along and I have been a loyal supporter ever since.

Most, if not all ladies experience heavier flow during the first two days of our menstrual cycle and all we want to do is to feel comfortable and dry all day long without having to worry about leakage at any point.

Don’t we all worry about leakage when we are out or when we head to bed? The Kotex LUXE Ultrathin Overnight Pad takes it upon itself to free you from leakages and give you the comfort you deserve with 3x faster absorption. It is the pad that will help you realize that overnight period leakage is never your fault and I speak entirely from experience. I use the Overnight Pad during my heavy flow days and I have nothing but praises for it.

Appearance matters. The sleek black packaging and individually wrapped pads in an array of fun vibrant colours lift up my mood instantly. Gone are the days when you have to hide and feel ashamed of your thick, clinical-looking, diaper-lookalike pad.

The paper-thin pads also come in pretty pastel floral designs that will set your heart aflutter. Indeed, times have changed and aside from its chic packaging, here are more reasons why Kotex LUXE is a notch above the rest:

1) New Honeycomb Liquid Locker

The blue portion of the pads that you see in the pictures below is the new honeycomb liquid locker that is specially designed to absorb and lock away fluids to prevent back flow, keeping your skin dry and comfortable all day.

2) New Ultra Comfort Cover

The soft cottony surface offers intimate care for your skin to ensure that you get the best of both worlds – comfort and dryness.

In my opinion, the level of comfort and dryness is unrivaled even during heavy flow. Both the Kotex LUXE Ultrathin Overnight Pads (32cm) and Day Pads (24cm) are extremely thin and soft yet so incredibly absorbent, they do not irritate your skin and you’ll feel like you are wearing next to nothing.

3) New Surround Lock Protector

Do you see the surrounding embossed star contours? They offer additional leakage protection and security, so you’ll never have to worry again.

I applaud the Kotex LUXE Ultrathin range’s well thought through design and how it goes the extra mile to deliver both comfort and performance is highly commendable. If you have yet to try it for yourself, I strongly recommend that you do. I did, and I never looked back!

Try a free sample of Kotex Ultrathin on Samplestore.com or head over to Kotex’s Facebook Page http://www.facebook.com/kotexsingapore to redeem your free sample!

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