After the torturous-take-forever download and installation, my phone rose its white flag.

iTunes warned me with “Your phone may be damaged. Please visit your nearest local Apple Store.”

I totally freaked out, went blank for a few seconds before frantically searching online for THE APPLE STORE.

I was glad to see an outlet at Pudong.
And what’s more delightful? =)

It officially opened its door a day ago~

Wecome to THE APPLE STORE!

There’s only 2 apple store in China – Beijing and Shanghai.
While this is the biggest outlet~ I was blown away by the spacious space adorned with simple and clean interior design.

Not to mention, the number of gadgets available on display for customers to test out!

I felt like owning every single apple product for that moment.
Till I reminded myself that I was there to get my iPhone fixed.

The staff are really helpful, especially the store managers. Always making sure that every customer is attended to and receiving the upmost service.

I have to admit that I’m pretty fascinated by the iPad. It just got released in Singapore yesterday. Pricing seems on par with States. It will be cool to own it and probably I could use it to take notes during lectures? hhahaaa. =X

Oh ya, I did get my 3G fixed after sitting at the Genius Bar for 2 hours. It was the sim card error, apparently.

She got several tops, a set of bikini, a cardigan, a scarf at 99rmb each. Not to mention, a pair of jeans and a lovely nude colored heels at 139rmb each.

Check out the heart pocket.

I looked tanner right? I have become darker ever since X-Games event, a month plus ago. I didn’t exactly spend a lot of time out in the sun, but that cumulative 2-3hours per day was enough to make my skin a couple of shades darker! And I still have the atrocious tan line just right below my knee due to the gym pants that I wore.

Having to be exposed to the strong UV rays everyday, it is always pampering to treat your skin with a moisture mask. I’m a crazy mask lover – I would stock up on my mask supplies and mask my skin whenever I feel like it. Sometimes, I would use up to 4 masks per week!

Currently, I’m obsessed with Ettusais Medicated Acne Whitening Dual Mask. It is a whitening mask that tailors to acne-prone skin by preventing pimples and yet also provides intensive care for dark spots, freckles and acne scars.

I would follow my normal regime and apply the AC Aqua Shooter that keeps skin hydrated and fight acne bacteria, before applying my mask!

And the thing I love most about it – it comes in 2 pieces!! One for T-Zone and the other for U-Zone.

Needless to say, the T-zone mask targets the oil-prone T zone, boosting the moisture level while the U Zone keeps the other half of your face away from dryness and fine lines.

Just within 15 minutes, my face feels so soft and supple. =)

After removing the Medicated Acne Whitening Dual Mask, I gently massage the remaining essence into my skin! And ta-da, I wake up to ultra soft and fairer skin the next day!

Check out www.ettusais.sg or visit the counters for a brighter and clear skin~

ettusais BHG
. BHG Bugis 6334 7188 . BHG Bishan 6258 8698

ettusais Isetan
. Isetan Orchard 6735 1809 . Isetan Scotts 6836 1281 . Isetan Tampines 6789 1139

ettusais Metro
. Metro Woodlands (Causeway Point) 6891 1127 . Metro Paragon 6735 2236

I would have stayed in a really budget hotel instead of this stylish boutique hotel -
Hotel 73 新尚旅馆.

The staff were really friendly and helpful, and most importantly, they make an effort to recognize every guest. Their rooms are priced between $80-$120/night (after discount), which it’s absolutely a great deal.

The corridors.

The bedroom.

Toilet.

There is a squarish spacious bathtub which is just excellent for couples! No need to squeeze into those small traditional ones anymore~

Did I mention that I love their breakfast!? Although it is unlike the scrumptious intercontinental spread in 5-stars Hotels, it has a own good selection of delicious dishes to kick start your morning.

And one more thing, the only disadvantage would be the location – 15 minutes walk away from the nearest metro station. But jolly well take it as an exercise to burn off those calories! Because Taiwan is more or less about eating, non-stop eating.

Panda eyes are like the most hated. Once it gets on to you, it is so difficult to get rid~

The poor pandas….

Panda: “oh come on.”

Dark rings are result from poor blood circulation from lack of sleep, or hereditary reasons. Poor blood circulation shows easily because the skin around the eye area is thinner and more delicate.

And here’s my duo dark rings fighters:

In view of the fact that I am not able to receive my full 8 hours of beauty sleep for every single day, I turned into improving the blood circulation through eye massage using Ettusais Eye Zone Massaging Essence.

Through massaging, it helps to promote blood circulation and reduces the puffiness around the eye area. It also has vitamin C derivation to lighten those dark circles that are caused by pigmentation!

It is clear gel-like essence which is suited for massage moves. Using both ring fingers, tap the essence around the eye area and go gently in circular motion.

Concealing is the other way out. I tried out Ettusais Eye Zone Tinted Color Essence last February and since then; it has been the essential item in my makeup pouch.

The Eye Zone Tinted Color Essence combines eye essence and concealing properties into one. It has a lightweight liquid texture and comes in a soft gentle brush applicator.

Just twist, smear on and dab to blend!

The tinted color pigments neutralize the dark circles and provide a natural coverage.

That’s why it is the ‘IT’ item in my makeup pouch! It is also the secret to “no makeup” look too~ Just conceal the eye area with Eye Zone Tinted Color Essence, puff on some loose powder over the face and you are ready to go!

Check out www.ettusais.sg or visit the counters to fight off dark rings!

ettusais BHG
. BHG Bugis 6334 7188 . BHG Bishan 6258 8698

ettusais Isetan
. Isetan Orchard 6735 1809 . Isetan Scotts 6836 1281 . Isetan Tampines 6789 1139

ettusais Metro
. Metro Woodlands (Causeway Point) 6891 1127 . Metro Paragon 6735 2236

It was so crazy that I actually burnt one of the nights doing up a training presentation in Chinese. Followed on with setup of the tradeshow, I only had 3-5 hours of sleep each night over 3 days. Totally exhausted.

I was really worried about looking fatigued and I thought I should try out the new products from Ettusais for instant glow! =)

First up, Base Version Up UV. This pre-makeup base is lightweight in texture and evens out your skin tone, giving a glowing complexion. You can really tell a difference after application as it covers up blemishes, freckles and pores.

The beige-colored liquid spreads out easily and is actually translucent. So there’s no worries about the beige color tone.  =)

It also contains AC Control oil that keeps skin moisturized while fighting acne bacteria. I’m really in need of it to help me fight the breakouts caused by burning midnight oil.

Next is the Sparkling Pact – the powder foundation that gives instant glow!

The swirls in the compact powder simply reminds me of 2009 sweet marble collection! I love swirls~

The Sparkling Pact contains pearl pigments that scatter light for glowy radiant skin and creates a face-slimming effect. Just think of pearls, it always reflects a glow from the middle and is dim around. That’s how the contouring effect is created.

It comes in 3 tones: 10 (light), 20 (natural), 30 (healthy).
I’m using 20 and I just love the effect of glow from beneath!

I was told that with every purchase of the Sparkling Pact, you will receive the case for free!
*while stocks last.
=) YAY! $20 saved~

Ettusais Sparkling Pact retails at $45 and Ettusais Base Version Up UV at $41.

Do visit http://ettusais.sg or check it out in stores:

ettusais BHG
. BHG Bugis 6334 7188 . BHG Bishan 6258 8698

ettusais Isetan
. Isetan Orchard 6735 1809 . Isetan Scotts 6836 1281 . Isetan Tampines 6789 1139

ettusais Metro
. Metro Woodlands (Causeway Point) 6891 1127 . Metro Paragon 6735 2236

Just 2 days ago, it snowed but it’s 20 degrees today! Feels good that Spring is approaching!

Everything seems so cheery and I’m in the mood for lipsticks and glosses!

The Ettusais goodies that Kelvin brought up for me:

I have to say, the Melty Touch Rouge is simply AMAZING!!
It comes in 5 colors – Pink, Rose, Red, Orange and Beige.

And I’ve picked the Rose for my lippies.

See the 2 rims on the lipstick? The inner one is the gloss and the outer rim is the lip color, giving the perfect combination of color, gloss and moisture~

Think that the Rose color looks too strong? In fact, it’s actually quite sheer when you apply on. And it melts to the lips making it spread smoothly and easily. Check out the color difference of my lips!

The upper is my original lip color while the lower is after applying Melty Touch Rouge in Rose.

Isn’t it Amazing!!? I really love the color.

The Melty Touch Rouge is retailing at $30 and it is LIMITED EDITION!!! Quick go grab!!

Besides the wonderful lipsticks, Ettusais has also introduced brand new lip glosses for this Spring~

Jelly Gloss: comes in 15 shades – 7 sheer and 8 opaque!
Isn’t that great? Sometimes we feel like sheer, sometimes we want colors. Ettusais have introduced so many shades for you to choose from, you’re sure to find something suitable.

And with the unique spatula application, it allows the gloss to glide on evenly and smoothly, creating glossy and plump lips like jelly! It is equipped with Jojoba oil that helps to treat your lips and seal in the moisture.

The glosses are retailing at $25 each.

Both Melty Touch Rouge and Jelly Gloss are out in stores already! Remember to check them out!

ettusais BHG
. BHG Bugis 6334 7188 . BHG Bishan 6258 8698

ettusais Isetan
. Isetan Orchard 6735 1809 . Isetan Scotts 6836 1281 . Isetan Tampines 6789 1139

ettusais Metro
. Metro Woodlands (Causeway Point) 6891 1127 . Metro Paragon 6735 2236

My friends would ask me, “What about toner!? Wouldn’t your pores enlarge?”

Well, many girls are concerned with pores, especially on the nose and cheek areas. Enlarged pores can be caused by squeezing of acne and the unsaturated fatty acid in excess sebum.

Now, let Ettusais Pore Care Wash come to the rescue!

The way to combat enlarged pores is to banish dirt, be gentle with your skin and hydrate it well.

And the all-new Pore Care Wash equips itself with all of the above!

See me in action:

[Banish Dirt] The ultra fine foam lifts away impurities (unsaturated fatty acid) and fights acne with AC control oil.

[Gentle to Skin] It is extremely important to whip up thick creamy foam so that there is no friction on your face as you cleanse. Friction causes unnecessary stress to your skin, causing it to sag and enlarge the pores.

[Hydrates] With jojobar oil, it corrects and conditions rough skin. Plus the AC control oil forms a light and thin veil over the skin, ensuring the skin stays moisturized and protected!

After cleansing our face, remember to soften the skin with Version Up so that our skin is prepped for absorbing the most moisture from Aqua Shooter!

I have been using it for 2 months and there’s still 1/3 amount left in the bottle. I supposed each bottle could last for 3 months. The Pore Care Wash performs as well as the Gentle Wash and I noticed that it reduced my blackheads too! Although it may take a few times to master the foaming technique, but practice makes perfect!

Ettusais Pore Care Wash is retailing at $30. Do visit http://ettusais.sg or check it out in stores:

ettusais BHG
. BHG Bugis 6334 7188 . BHG Bishan 6258 8698

ettusais Isetan
. Isetan Orchard 6735 1809 . Isetan Scotts 6836 1281 . Isetan Tampines 6789 1139

ettusais Metro
. Metro Woodlands (Causeway Point) 6891 1127 . Metro Paragon 6735 2236

The choice was Jaan at Swisshotel. It was an initimate setting with not more than 15 tables.

Swirling the rosé wine in our glasses, such in luck that they have rosé.
And toast to a good internship in Shanghai.

We opted for the degustation set.

Starting off with Amuse Bouche. Prawn sashimi with (I think) plum sorbet.
The combination may sound weird but the taste was amazingly compatible.
We knew it would be an enjoyable evening.

“Fogotten vegetables” autum version, ocean trout confit in citrus oil, arbequina olive oil sorbet.
I do wonder why it’s named “forgetten vegetables”.
All the pieces came in mini-size, so exquisite that I spent some time admiring the symphony and I didn’t know where to start. When I went on the first piece, Kelvin was already half-way through. And we have fun guessing which one was the olive oil sorbet.

Grilled tuna belly, smoked basil oil and aromatic charcoal powder.
Nothing can go wrong with Otoro, simply wonderful.

In the menu, it wrote “Truffle or Foie Gras upon arrival”.
To our delight, it was truffle and foie gras. The strong rich truffle mousse totally blew me off. And the pairing with foie gras sandwiched with the crisp is just so awesome. (oh no, I’m craving for it now….)

Marbie body baked in salt crust, “Emilie” crab bouilion and its crispy rissole.
One word – “Fresh”!

Slow roasted “Pre sale” lamb saddle, wild rice carbonara and liquidized sweet peas.
This was slightly anti-climax. The previous dishes were probably too outstanding.
This one didn’t shine out much. We still love the lamb racks in Bangkok Central.

Pre-Dessert – Brandied Cherries

Dessert de la Saison – rich chocolate cake. So yummy.

Le Petit Fours – the berries popsicle coated with white chocolate is so refreshing.

Such a great dinner. I would love to be back for another round.

Oh well, i’m missing Kuriya and Wahiro.
And the Tanjong Pagar mee sua and chendol.
Plus my mommy’s cooking….