Guys need to look good too - I wish I look this good when I was younger haha

Since young, pores problem has always been on the top of my facial problems. I have tried almost everything (scientifically and traditionally) to lessen the problem and alhamdulillah, it subsides as I grow mature. I assume it is due to my physical and hormonal changes (guys do have hormonal changes too ok).

All in pink

Actually, there are 3 types of pores that are depending on the person's age and different causes. There are many reasons for having noticeable pores, for instance, it is affected by the hormones, daily stress, wrong way of cleansing, extreme environmental issues, aging and many other factors.
But nowadays, the youngsters are lucky as you have Watsons Malaysia that brings all type of goodies from all over the world to assist them in having that beautiful skin and optimum health condition - at very reasonable prices too! Imagine having had to go and dig some clay from Korea just to be beautiful - the flight and the hard work!
The latest product innovation by Watsons Malaysia is The Pore Perfection range (may I name the range as Porefection hahaha) from Pure Beauty. It is a K-Beauty Innovation, brought specially into Malaysian shores.
What's so special about The Pore Perfection range? The Pore Perfection range is formulated using the unique combination of mineral-rich Pink Clay and Jeju Volcanic Ash, Jeju carbonated thermal water, and natural Pink Flower Complex. The formulation helps to cleanse deep down the skin, regulates sebum, minimizes and tightens the pores while simultaneously hydrates the skin and refines skin tone. Now, we can breathe easy as we do not have to fly to Korea to have all these beauty benefits.
The key ingredients are:
i) Pink Clay: A type of Kaolin clays that has been one of the oldest treatment the mankind has available | Effectively and naturally treats many disorders | Provides profound absorption of toxins and clogged oil from skin | Combats skin irritation and dryness | Cleanses the excess sebum and substances from pores |
ii) Volcanic Ash: Jeju Volcanic Ash contains zero harmful heavy metal thus is safe to use as cosmetic raw material | Its ability of neutralization enable it to absorb sebum or harmful matter of outside environment, leaves skin purified |
iii) Carbonated Thermal Water: Purified groundwater is rich of 13 minerals that hydrate the skin  inside-out | The right temperature of the water allows carbonate acid to keep its moisture, leaves skin moisturized and refreshed | The water helps keep the collagen fibers between cells strong, aiding overall firmness and plumpness of skin | Washes out pores without too much hardness |
iv) MAT-XS Bright: A compounded ingredient with Java tea leaf extract | Effective in reducing sebum production and shiny appearance and decreasing pore size |
Pink by Pure Beauty presents The Pore Perfection range with in the 6-in-1 Pore Care from deep cleansing, sebum regulation, pore minimization, pore tightening, hydration and finally refine skin tone.

We begged to get all pink boxes for the whole table

The happy faces of the new owner of the beautiful pink boxes of Pore Perfection range

"Pink by Pure Beauty has been receiving positive responses from our customers and we are confident with The Pore Perfection range will be a favorite with its unique formulation Korean packed beauty ingredients and natural flower extracts," said Danny Hoh, Head of Marketing, Watsons Malaysia.

The Pore Perfection

Here's the breakdown of the range.

Pore Perfection Cleansing Foam

1) It's Pore Perfection Cleansing Foam washes away impurities, leaving skin clean and refreshed. PINK Clay and Jeju Volcanic Ash exfoliate the skin and tighten pores while Java Teat Leaf extract regulates sebum for a brigther complexion - without the shine! Jeju Carbonated Thermal Water helps to moisturize and soothe skin, for a perfect pore cleansing action that won't dry your skin. 
USAGE Squeeze a small amout of cleansing foam into your palms and create a lather. Gently massage the foam onto your face using circular movement, then rinse off thoroughly with lukewarm water.

Pore Perfection Toner

2) It's Pore Perfection Toner removes residue left on your skin, thanks to the combined action of PINK Clay and Jeju Volcanic Ash. Java Tea Leaf extract blots excess sebum and prevents shine while PINK flower complex soothes skin. Enriched with 13 minerals PINK Clay, Jeju Carbonated Thermal Water helps to restore moisture, leaving skin soft and hydrated.
USAGE Shake the toner well before applying it to a cotton pad. Gently wipe the cotton pad over entire face, avoiding eyes and mouth.

Pore Perfection Essence

3) It's Pore Perfection Essence is a super-charged in active ingredients for smooth, supple and flawless-looking skin. PINK Clay and Jeju Volcanic Ash resurface pores to create a perfect no make-up effect. Jeju Carbonated Thermal Water and PINK Flower Complex moisturise skin, while Java Tea Leaf extract controls shine. Phytocelltec Alps Rose protects and brightens skin tone, thanks to its antioxidant effect.
USAGE Use on cleansed and toned face. Apply an adequate amount and gently massage onto entire face until absorbed.

Pore Perfection @ Porefection

The prices of the Pore Perfect range: Pore Cleansing Foam | 125 ml | RM39.90 Pore Toner | 250 ml | RM39.90 Pore Essence | 30 ml | RM72.00
For more info about these amazing beautiful products: Watsons Malaysia Website | Watsons Malaysia Facebook 
Haiqal Rawlins
012.280.1977

YB Datuk Mas with GT Wonder Boy

Y.B. Datuk Mas Ermieyati binti Samsudin, Deputy Minister of Tourism and Culture debuted the launch of e-commerce giant, GT Dollar Malaysia at Sime Darby Convention Centre, Bukit Kiara, Kuala Lumpur last week at the Malaysia FinTech Ecosystem Conference and GT Dollar Grand Launch.

Y.B. Datuk Mas Ermieyati binti Samsudin, Deputy Minister of Tourism and Culture

The event was witnessed by distinguished government officials as well as 3,000 prominent IT and e-commerce industry leaders who support the development of a dynamic FinTech ecosystem, paving way for SMART innovations like GT Dollar, making Malaysia a force to reckon with in the FinTech sector.
This collaboration between the Malaysian government and GT Dollar helps to alleviate the lives of people through the launch of GT Dollar mobile application, which is a 'one-stop mobile e-commerce platform' that seeks to build a cohesive community for consumers and merchants from a myriad of industries to interact within its marketplace. 

The adorable GT Wonder Boy - a total companion

One with GT Wonder Boy

To complement this collaborative effort, GT Robot an innovative high-technological firm under the GT Group specialises its advancement in humanoid robotic solutions. In recognition of its advancement, the Malaysian government is planning to allocate a zone located along the Malacca-Negeri Sembilan border to GT Robot's own manufacturing and assembly plant, which is worth approximate to RM300 million in investment. This plant estimated to generate income for the company of approximately USD20 billion (which is equal to 10 Million pieces of Mobile Robot) and create more than 10,000 working opportunities for locals in the next 5 years. The GT Robot plant will be the first in Asia with eco-friendly manufacturing with the high technology equipment after China.

Dr. Paul Zhang Baolu

The event marks the launch of a groundbreaking event that will go down in history. Unveiling an all new and improvised major update of GT Dollar application, the world's first social mobile e-commerce software.  Thie new concept was first found in 2014 by the GT Group President and CEO, Dr. Paul Zhang Baolu, who is equipped with over 30 years of industry experience in high-technology management, economic and tourism development worldwide. The company is valued at more than $4.7 billion. The conference is aimed to drive the development of regional Internet use, where users and businesses become more affordable thus stimulating economic growth, national tax revenue, and employment growth.
As a major update, there will be new enhanced key features to help alleviate the overall user experience. Through the adoption of SMART technologies which comprises of AR technology to implement ' the seek honey feature', 'catch a bee to earn GT cash feature' which can be used for purchases within the interactive marketplace as well as being an effective Bee Commerce tool to help users manage their finances effectively by enjoying exclusive long-term savings, emerging as Malaysia's trendsetter in the world of e-commerce.

GT 888 - a GT smartphone

GT Watch - a watch that monitors your children

This application aims to embrace technology, thus contributing towards the economic growth of the country. A comprehensive platform for both consumers and merchants, encouraging cash-free transactions around the world. With zero registration, subscription and advertising fees, merchants, merchants need to purchase GT Dollar (Virtual Currency) and distribute it to their users anytime, anywhere. This will in turn form into e-promotion or e-advertising with minimal charges. The Online Payment Gateway will be used to accept payment online - E-wallet/ Visa (Credit, Debit, Prepaid)/ Mastercard (Credit, Debit, Prepaid)/ CUP card (Credit, Debit, Prepaid)/ Direct Debit Account to perform transaction charges.
GT Dollar primary focus is about creating a world of convenience centred around virtual credits account to allow users to make payment via an e-wallet system which enables extensive search for products or services via a marketplace.
GT Dollar allows SMEs to function virtually. It connects them with new and existing consumers and maintains a loyalty programme through the distribution of virtual credits (GTD). Communication between merchants and consumers is facilitated via seamless GPS-location and user-friendly booking platforms.
The application serves as a composite of one's daily lifestyle and a city guide to complement and simplifies the increasingly hectic lifestyle by providing users with an unprecedented access to a large database of over 80,000 merchants worldwide hitherto not on Internet or mobile, but who offer a great range of products. Merchants and users can enjoy other services beside online shopping such as fundraiser, utility bills payment, prepaid airtime top-up, Social Network Chat (up to 20 people in each group), etc.

The blogger friends present during the launch

As per statistics, there are more than 18 million active digital users in Malaysia and up to 2015, a total of 77.3% of Malaysian households have access to broadband services.
The application is active all through the day, allowing users to shop at their own convenience at the ease of their Smartphone.  'We saw the opportunity to take advantage of the digital boom and developed an innovative solution that benefits both businesses and consumers." said Mr Patrick Chew, Country CEO of GT Dollar Malaysia.
YB Datuk Seri Panglima Madius Tangau, Minister of MOSTI mentioned "In 2015, there were 3.4 billion Internet users globally with an exception that it would increase to 9 billion over the next 10 years. Indeed, the government recognises the importance of digital technology in propelling the economic growth. We are pleased to see a local company embarking on an innovative effort that is in line with the government's aspiration to surge in the development of technology. We applaud GT dollar for being a game changer in the e-commerce sector. And I am sure that users will benefit at large from utilising the platform and its features."
GT Dollar aims to shape the future of mobile travel and drive tourism with potential collaborations with Tourism Association to increase the tourism landscape in Malaysia. Dr Paul Zhang being the Chairman of the China Tian Ma Travel Group, the third largest travel services and recreation provider in China hopes to woo China tourists to Malaysia with GT Dollar, which will serve as an essential city guide for tourists.

Everyone wants a GT Wonder Boy

GT Dollar Malaysia hopes to expand its e-commerce business globally and be the gateway for Asia. At this launch, GT Robot, the innovative high-technological wing of GT Group that specializes its advancement in humanoid robotic solutions will be unveiling two of its robots called the GT Wonder Boy, a SMART social bot companion and GT Robot, a multifunctional service bot that is targetted to improve the overall quality of people's life, transcending into a new ear of intelligence.
Haiqal Rawlins
012.280.1977

To all my friends celebrating Chinese New Year,
Happy Chinese New Year 2017
Haiqal Rawlins
012.280.1977

Split is not about splitting the bills after having a hearty lunch at a posh restaurant.  Nor it is about splitting after being together for 8 years and you were supporting the other half the whole time. And certainly not about the splitting ends hair problem that some of us have. 

24 personalities in one person - that is one busy host

I have read about Multiple Personality Disorder in one of Sidney Sheldon novels entitled "Tell Me Your Dreams" and I was wondering, that particular actor/ actress have to be a great one to become that character/ s.
So when Klips My invited me for the premiere screening of Split, starring James McAvoy, I said yes without even checking my plan for the day.
Dennis, a patient of severe dissociative identity disorder (DID) kidnapped Claire, Marcia, and Casey. Dennis is one of the 23 identities that sits inside the host, Kevin and he is the violent one. Initially, 'Barry' controls the identities but 'Patricia' and 'Dennis' dethroned Barry and took control.

Who blink the eyelids first will clean the toilet bowl, using a toothbrush for a month

Whys is it so hard to open the door?

'Dennis'  masqueraded as 'Barry" and meet up with his psychiatrist, Dr. Fletcher following a request for a meeting by 'Barry'. Over the sessions to come, Dr. Fletcher realised the tiny discrepancies of the behaviour and she suspected that 'Dennis' has overcome 'Barry' and responsible for the current kidnapping incident.
Meanwhile, the girls wanted to attack their kidnapper but dissuaded by Casey who told them to wait for a better chance. After several attempts to escape failed, Claire and Marcia were put into isolated cells. Casey befriended 'Hedwig', another identity of Kevin. 'Hedwig' is a small boy of 9 years old that needed a companion and Casey offered him the companionship whilst watching for ways to escape from her cell. 

This is my room, and you may not enter

You'll be running like this too if you farted uncontrollably just as you stepped out of a full lift

'Patricia' told them that 'Dennis' will not touch them as all of them serves a higher purpose which is to welcome the last identity 'The Beast'.
Dr. Fletcher went to see 'Barry' at his home and once inside, realised that 'Dennis' was responsible for the kidnapping. She was killed while trying to release the girls. Before she was killed, she wrote on a piece of paper about ways to control Kevin, the host.

I am no cougar - but it is James McAvoy - should I?

Will the girls survive through 'Dennis' and 'Patricia's plan? What is ' The Beast'?
Plot: 4.95/ 5.0. The story was twisted, sad, horrifying and intense - all rolled into one very great movie. Go and watch it - then you will know why I said so. I don't want to reveal too many interesting facts about Split.
The Cast: 4.9/ 5.0. James McAvoy as the DID patient is a spot-on choice. He did the character beautifully - you can even see how the face contracts and changes as the new identity take over. James is one very creepy talented actor. Anya did an amazing job as the victim.
Will I Watch It Again: I don't mind watching in again in cinema and certainly will buy the DVD.
Haiqal Rawlins
012.280.1977

Personally, I love dining at Caprilicious, the all-day dining at Capri by Fraser Kuala Lumpur. I love the ambience and the spacious dining area (the friendly staff is the added bonus too). I was literally ecstatic when I was invited for a Yee Sang session here at Caprilicious. So, let's see what Caprilicious has in store to celebrate the year of good fortune and great health this year.

Yee Sang

To commemorate this year's celebration of Chinese New Year, delicious Yee Sang is made available from 16 January to 10 February during lunch and dinner. Now, march into your boss's office and demand him/ her to bring you and your colleagues out for lunch!

Your Yee Sang awaits

And what is in store for the Yee Sang @ Caprilicious?
Apart from the normal meal buffet, here is what awaits: choices of Jellyfish, Fresh Salmon, Seared Tuna and the newly introduced Soft-shell Crab are hand-picked carefully and with love just for you and the price is from RM48 nett (for a minimum of 5 pax). 

Dig in and pray for a prosperous year for all of us

The food galore

The International Lunch Buffet spread continues until 10 February on weekdays from 12:00noon to 2:30 pm and priced at RM58nett for an adult and half price for children ages between 6 to 12 years old. 
On Mondays, Caprilicious offers Buy 1 Free 1 to all diners. Among the delicious spread that will be served on the buffet line are Braised dried oyster broccoli and tau kan, Deep fried shrimps with garlic lover sauce, Braised Chinese mushroom and bamboo pit with gingko nut, Roasted Duck coated with sesame seed and sweet plum sauce, Stir fried prawn with salted egg York, Hunan chicken and Loh hon guo with dried longan and sea coconut. There are 5 different sets of the menu that run on rotation from Monday to Friday.
Apart from the delicious spread, a festive room promotions for the long weekend is priced exclusively from RM276.50+ per night in a Spacious Studio Deluxe with a surprise gift of lucky draw for every booking made with Capri by Fraser Kuala Lumpur website. Not only that, we value every guest that checks in and be handed an “Angpow” and a chance to spin the Wheel of Prosperity upon check in. 
For further inquiries, you may contact 0323860888 or email in at resevations.kualalumpur@capribyfraser.com.
Haiqal Rawlins
012.280.1977

I am Beyonce, J-Lo, Bruno Mars, Broery, Shila Amzah and Dayang Nur Faizah, all rolled into one when in karaoke

I love singing, in the bathroom and in the karaoke! Why? Both of the rooms make my singing voice tolerable! Hahaha.

The crazy bunch

So, last weekend, I went to K Song Family KTV with a few blogger friends (Nadia, Ayue, Ieyra, Wendy,  Norfa dan a few others). Some of the friends brought along their kids - it is a family KTV after all. 

That is one huge hall, eh.. room!

Three TVs for you! If you still do not know the lyrics, you are blind then haha

Whenever my friends and I went to a karaoke session, we always choose the ones that have comfortable, spacious and clean rooms (the toilets has to be clean too). K Song Family KTV has all that. We were brought into VVIP Room where it can accommodate up to 35 people at one time. It even has a mini bar and a toilet! That is one VVIP treatment for you!

Singing their hearts out

It has 3 huge LED TVs and the mics will only be brought into the room after payment has been made. Talking about quality - this is to ensure that the mics are clean and functioning well.
Another criteria about a karaoke room that is a must to me are the list of songs has to be updated. Nobody likes going to a karaoke session and ends up singing the songs from the 80's only! K Song Family KTV has all the latest songs and I ended up singing all the songs that made it into the final of Anugerah Juara Lagu 31! Talking about being a diva-to-be, karaoke session is the best place to pretend that you are an international superstar entertaining the fans in a concert! That's what I do! Hahaha.
What is a karaoke session without the finger foods and drinks? Here at K Song Family KTV, the foods are served hot from the pan and the drinks are served in a tower. So, fret not about the cold food and the limited drinks. 

Some of the food - I did not manage to get more pictures as busy singing haha

Ladies Night

Members' Day

Midnight Promotion

K Song Family KTV is a generous KTV centre as it has lots of promotions going on:

1. You will be rewarded with one Lemonade Tower if you sing for three hours (I have stayed for six hours before)
2. Once you booked a three-hour session, you will be given a free membership and you will be entitled to a 10% discount for room booking/ food 
3. During Ladies Night (every Tuesday and Thursday from 7 pm - 3 am), all ladies will get a free glass of Iced Lemon Tea and at least one of the ladies will get a bowl on French Fries
4. During Member day (every 3rd week of the month), a member is entitled to 20% discounts
5. Midnight Promotions where you get 20% off (for members only & Monday - Thursday)

The entrance to K Song Family KTV

Want to know more?

Just come and sing your hearts out here!

Facebook: K Song Family KTV

Instagram: K Song Family KTV

Address: Lot 5F.20-23, Level 5, Klang Parade, Jalan Meru, Klang.

Operations Time: 10 am - 3 am

Haiqal Rawlins
012.280.1977

Being of a Chinese heritage, I always have a deep love for steamboat dining. Back when I was in my hometown, we will only have steamboat when it is a special occasion - New Year/ birthday etc. And now, as I am watching my waistline (how many times have you heard about this - hahaha), I am reverting to eat clean and simple only.

AK Noodles House @ Tropicana City Mall

When AK Noodles House invited me to review their 'Special Steamboat' package, I was literally jumping up and down. I can eat all I want - with no guilt! 
And after the heartiest steamboat session ever, I can vouch that the fishball is certainly the best fishball in town! 

The yummiest fishball in town!

Some of the food

The seafood selection was vast, the vegetables are fresh and the soup was bowl-licking good!
Without further ado, here is the 'Special Steamboat Package' coming to you this Chinese New Year. With the catchy tagline 'It's Never Been Easier'  the promotion boasts of two special packages.

1) For a pax of 5: RM149.90 (RM158.90 inclusive of GST) 2) For a pax of 8: RM239.90 (RM25.30 inclusive of GST)

Special Steamboat Package

So, whenever you are in a doubt of what to serve to your guests during the Chinese New Year (or any other gathering event), just get in touch with AK Noodles House and I am sure your event will the talk until the next Chinese New Year.
How to get in touch with AK Noodles House? Currently, there are 6 branches in Semenanjung Malaysia ie

• One Utama Mall, Damansara
• Tropicana City Mall, Petaling Jaya
• Main Palace Mall, Subang
• Evolve Concept Mall, Petaling Jaya
• Damansara City, KL
• City Square, Johor Bahru

As the package is only for takeaway, AK Noodles House will have the package either Vacuum Packaging or Seal Packaging to maintain the freshness of the ingredient.  Fact About AK Noodles House

1. Established by Ah Koong Restaurant
2. Has been serving its signature fishballs since 1987
3. Using only high-quality ingredients and delivering first-class customer service (they really work fast)
4. The fish products are made daily using the freshest Wolf-herring and Yellowtail fish under strict hygiene standards

Interested in knowing more about AK Noodles House? AK Noodles House Website        |      AK Noodles House Facebook
Haiqal Rawlins
012.280.1977