After ending work on friday with a sumptous company lunch at yum cha (yes yum cha again muahaha~ ), it seems like my busy day just started!

Firstly, touching up my hair roots and color with liese bubble dye! my all time favourite! (liese, why u no sponsor me?! lolx )

and done!

next, for more cny shopping! as its only 2 days away from cny, all these decorative items are going at really cheap prices! and that’s why u get really good and cheap deals~

le long le long~! selling at $1 only!!! lai ah~~~

waking up at 5.30am in the morning to the wet market, in order to get the freshest vegetables, meat, fish etc.. and queuing up for the roasted meat!

and lastly, the must have reunion dinner. just a simple one will do

Tried making reservation for yum cha and was informed that reservations allowed only for 8 pax and above.. so we decided to try out luck when we visited chinatown for cny shopping spree and surprisingly, NO QUEUE at all and we managed to get a table very smoothly! awesome! mum was really happy as she was having a bad craving for yum cha dim sum ! haha~!

carrot cake which taste super duper yummeh!!

Fried prawn with mango.. this one also mad love but cannot have too much of it~

Fu pi juan

Guo Tie

ermz… shui jing bao?

chee cheong fan!

this one another mad love dish.. bai fan yu.. i think its white fish? :X

mum happily posing with the signboard

and how can i not appear in the picture to make it a complete one right?!

20 Trengganu Street (Off Temple Street)

#02-01 (Chinatown) Singapore 058479

Tel : 6372 1717 | Fax: 6323 5375

Email : chinatown@yumcha.com.sg

Opening Hours:

Mon to Fri: 11am – 11pm

Sat, Sun & Public Holidays: 9am – 11pm

*ps : they need to improve their staff services. some are kinda rude but overall food taste good

mum striking a pose

and did u notice i cut my hair liao?

after breakfast, we checked out of the room and left our luggage at the concierge before heading over to MBK for last min shopping…

There’s a Madam Tussad’s Wax Musuem in bangkok now! located at siam discovery mall

cakes before heading back to hotel…

waiting for our airport express train at the station.. not bad eh.. they still provide chairs and fans leh~

my fully packed luggage

checking in…

on board the plane…

food was SOOO MUCH BETTER than the flight we took to bangkok!

Goodbye bangkok! I’ll be back! thanks to my company for this retreat which came just in time! ;D

next destination : BALI in march!!!

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you might be interested to read about :

3D2N Bangkok Escapade 01

3D2N Bangkok Escapade 02 : Shopping Heaven!

3D2N Bangkok Escapade 03 : Goodbye Bangkok!

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they served really yummy breakfast and i’m very satisfied with it!

Our first stop for the day will be… CHATUCHAK WEEKEND MARKET! so must dress as light as possible~ most importantly, Comfortable!

and here we are!

2 hours plus of shopping and i managed to get quite alot of stuffs!

super hot~~~

ok.. no more pictures from chatuchak as i wanna concentrate on my shopping! ;P but this is what i managed to get ~ (ps : show u all more at the later part of this entry. so~ continuing reading on!)

headed back to our hotel to unload our stuff and went to try out some of the hotel facilities! we went for jacuzzi, which fits just nice for 6 of us and we have the whole jacuzzi to ourselves! next went for a dip in the infinity pool and it’s really damn shiok! especially under such hot weather over there. Ended with suana before heading back to the room to prepare for dinner!

totally refreshed and ready to head out!

headed down to platinium mall as i needed get the slippers which i bought that 2 years ago, very durable as i’m still wearing them now. but sad to say, it’s no longer there anymore

a new shopping mall opps platinium mall.. why shibuya? mmm…

creative ways of decorating the xmas tree

DINNER time! at the food court located at the top level of the mall…

getting hungry? after dinner, we shopped ard platinum mall and i got nothing from there as there’s really nothing much for me to buy. so we headed down to central world for more shopping at naraya!

went for a 90mins aroma massage and bought some food along the streets with some beer back to the hotel for supper

OK~ and now i’m going to show u my shopping loots!!

2 pairs of shoes for SGD40 after bargaining. before bargain was like SGD60 for 2 ok!

necklace for jamie which she requested for it.. dirt cheap, no need to bargain at all lol~ guess how much it cost?

lots of pouches from naraya as gifts for my bbfs and relatives!

shorts at SGD10 each. cheap or not?!

lots of tees~!! couldn’t remember how much it is but they are all very cheap la~ even if u dun bargain, already very cheap le!

bought this hooded long sleeve top with a very nice and stylish cutting whereby it can cost u like $60 to $80 when u purchase them in haji lane or online blogshop. BUT i got it for SGD12 after bargaining! woolala~

baggu bag look-alike

and a hat for miss diana lim, just nice for her bali wedding photoshoot this coming march!

and that’s about all for my shopping loots, mostly all from chatuchak weekend market. seriously, i would love to make it a must to visit bangkok once to twice a year. simply love shopping over there la!

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you might be interested to read about :

3D2N Bangkok Escapade 01

3D2N Bangkok Escapade 02 : Shopping Heaven!

3D2N Bangkok Escapade 03 : Goodbye Bangkok!

We went for our company retreat to bangkok this time round (last year was hong kong) and i was really excited about it! it’s been more than 2 years since i last went bkk and i seriously have no idea why it took me 2 years later to head back there again! it’s like a shopping, massaging heaven for all! u can read about my 1st trip to bangkok over here (*ps: that’s where i first got really drunk! lolx)

We met up early at the airport for check-in as we are taking a morning flight over with Thai Airways the last time i took was like freaking long, during my sec school days when we went Chiangmai for our field trip…

Had a light breakfast at ya kun before boarding

Boarded the plane! ;D

First time traveling with my 2 new colleagues

breakfast onboard.. crabmeat fried rice which taste… meh~~~

Arrived!

You can purchase your TOURIST sim card over here for unlimited internet access on your phone! ;D no internet connection for me will die ok~!

Now, you dun really have to take a cab from the airport to the city. With the super convenient express train, you can reach city within 17mins! One way ticket will cost you 90 baht and for 2 way return ticket, it’s only 150 baht!

super spacious and it’s very very similar to the one in hong kong!

we will need to cross over to the BTS station to take a train to our hotel location…

Kpop is super hot in bangkok.. everywhere u get to see kpop start like super junior, 2pm, etc on trains, advertisement board…

here we are! we will be spending our 2 nights here at VIE HOTEL! 5 star hotel ok~ dun play play ah~

been having really HIGH expectation for this hotel after reading reviews online about it. and true enough, it didn’t disappoint me at all!!! Would definitely loved to be back at this hotel if i visit bkk again!

welcome drink upon arrival…

Sorry no pics of the room as of now but will be shown at the later part of this entry. We simply just unload our luggage, freshen up abit and off we head out for FOOD! yes~ super hungry!!!

First stop, MBK for MK steamboat!!! im missing their roast meat alot can!!!

cool huh? ahahaha~

orange juice! the must drink in bkk, easily found along the streets

the fried chicken like not bad leh~ but was too full from steamboat~

found some really nice cafe at the top level of siam paragon…

and now… time to show you my ROOM!!! SUPER HUGE, SPACIOUS and COSY!!!

luggage storage area…

my super HUGE bed!

luxurious bathroom!

shower area…

toilet bowl area…

ONE HUGE PIECE OF FULL MIRROR! BEST LA!

bathtub!!!

*** VIDEO CLIPS BELOW!! ***

After resting for awhile, we head out to Chinatown for seafood dinner!

TK Seafood, saw quite alot of reviews and recommendation online, therefore we decided to try it..

teamwork! i like!

shark fin’s soup… (i shall make this my last bowl of shark fin’s soup.)

seafood fried rice…

fish which taste pretty good. especially with the sauce…

tom yum soup! how can we not have this in thailand right?!

is this tiger prawns?

ended out meal with bird nest soup~

neh~ this is the prawn lor~ is it tiger prawn?

after dinner, we pampered ourselves with FOOT massage!

my first ever foot massage dedicated to this trip.. seriously i dun really dare to as what i saw from those tv show, foot massage like quite torturing leh~

cleansing my feet

and this is the lady that massaged for me.. seriosuly, NOT BAD LEH! kinda HOOKED onto it hahaha~

basically the whole stretch of armchairs are occupied by us…

awesome!!!

and we ended our first night with some beers and chips in my room…

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you might be interested to read about :

3D2N Bangkok Escapade 01

3D2N Bangkok Escapade 02 : Shopping Heaven!

3D2N Bangkok Escapade 03 : Goodbye Bangkok!

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Kinda sad that my Clear + Brilliant Journy is coming to an end but it makes you feel really happy when you see the difference in your skin condition now! ;D

Went for my final session last week and as usual, went through the usual procedure or cleansing, numbing gel, clear+brilliant treatment, followed by a hydrating mask

i look like some alibaba in this pic… hahaha!

This is how the machine look like…

with hydrating mask on to cool my skin down.. surprisingly, i noticed that my eye lashes quite long leh~

after 3 treatments, i can have a more radiant and glowly skin! ;D All thanks to Clear + Brilliant!

Just in case you forgot about the benefits of Clear + Brilliant…

Benefits and features of the Clear + Brilliant technology

• A safe and non-invasive solution to address and prevent aging
• CE Mark and FDA 501(k) cleared to treat aging signs
• A quick, no downtime treatment that can be completed within a “lunch hour”
• A smart way to maintain results from more aggressive treatments
• Complements other treatments, such as injectables and fillers
• Visible results, including glowy and softer skin

For more details, you can visit my previous entry on my first session and second session.

Or you can contact SL Clinic for more information and price packages for the session!

SL Clinic, #04-04 Wheelock Place, Tel: 6235-3246
www.skinlabmedspa.com

So, here’s what i’m giveaway this time round…

Polka Dot Pouch that comes in 3 different colors!

You can put your tissue paper, handphone, wallet etc in it when you head out for lunch, or use it as a mini cosmetic pouch? anyway, its all up to you to how you wanna use it

Comes in 3 different colors…

Black

Red

Pinkish Purple

SO, how to win? very simple! as usual…

all you have to do is head over to my facebook page, LIKE it, and leave a comment on the image of the giveaway items, telling me the colors you would like to have. I will pick 3 lucky winners randomly over there and mail it to you

simple right?

*ps : this contest will end on 15th January 2011 (Sunday)  at 23:59 (11:59pm)

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SO today, i’m going to introduce them to YOU! ;D

“OSSION1, STRONG ACTIVATION”
Direct absorption of Merdel Complex that delivers nurtrients to the malnourished skin makes it possible to immediately experience the skin’s improvement.

“OSSION2, FRESH SOLUTION”
The special care concept products containing key ingredients control and solve many skin problems.

“OSSION3, WISE MENTOR”
For all who wish for perfect skin (tell me who don’t?!), the steps for using the different products available are customized based on the needs of each individual, to lead the way to a more beautiful skin!

Now introducing you the range of products available

Merdel Line

Merdel Toner

Gel type nourishing toner for deeply hydrated, glowing, younger looking skin.
As a toner that softens the skin and helps the skin maintain its optimal moisture level without irritating skin that has become sensitive from external environment not only contains Merdel Complex but also honey extract and soy fermentation solution for hydration.

Merdel Emulsion

Nourishing emulsion that balances the skin by controlling the oil/moisture balanced
As an emulsion with a silky texture, it nourishes the skin by penetrating the skin that has lost its oil/moisture balance and contains Flos Lonicerae extract that helps the skin retain youth by eliminating free radicals.

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The following range can be considered the most expensive range of products as it contains BOTOX in it!

Time Curator Line

Time Curator Toner

A Gel Type Skin Firming Toner Containing VCCE that Hydrates and Improves Elasticity of the Skin. Willow bark extract accelerates skin’s turnover, helping the skin effectively absorb VCCE and other effective ingredients for clearer, firmer skin.

Time Curator Emulsion

VCCE Containing Wrinkle Releasing Emulsion that provides smooth, fully hydrated skin.

It is a wrinkle releasing emulsion containing Acanthopanax senticosus extract that removes toxins from within the skin and EGF that stimulates proliferation of fibroblasts for skin that is firmer and clearer.

Time Curator Eye Cream

Wrinkle releasing eye cream that cares for lines around the eyes for gentle expression of the eyes. It is a functional wrinkle releasing eye cream that brightens the eye area by caring for visible lines and firming the skin around the eyes.

Time Curator Cream

Wrinkle Release Functional Cream with deep penetrating nutrients to improve elasticity for firmer, youthful skin.

It is a wrinkle releasing functional cream containing wrinkle fighting ingredients such as Argireline accelerate collagen synthesis to improve wrinkles and strengthen the skin’s ability to protect itself from harmful external environment through excellent anti oxidant effects.

This will give u puffy lips without the need of adding on lip gloss!

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Mild Touch Line

MILD TOUCH CLEANSING FOAM

It is a cleansing foam with purifying florigene that clarifies the skin, and rich foam that effectively removes impurities and makeup are a fresh feel.

MILD TOUCH CLEANSING CREAM

Cleansing cream that effectively removes makeup and even the tiniest dust particles. Mild Touch Cleansing Cream containing Sea Mayweed that neutralizes activated oxygen is a cleansing cream that hydrates and softens the skin.

MILD TOUCH CLEANSING OIL

Mild Touch Cleansing Oil contains Edelweiss and other plant extracts that purifies the skin, and its non dripping gel type oil softens as it comes in contact with the skin for effective cleansing.

MILD TOUCH PEELING MASSAGE

Mild Touch Peeling Gel is non irritating and brings back clarity and smoothness back to the skin. It contains Merdel complex that hydrates and nourishes the skin effectively exfoliates dead skin cells that remain on the skin due to slowing of the skin turn over cycle.

and this gotta be one of my FAVOURITE product!!!!

MILD TOUCH DETOX BUBBLE MASK

Bubble mask that protects the skin from external harmful oxygen and enhances the V line through a massage effect

A wash off type mask with thermo guard that stimulates oxygen delivery within the skin, Immucell that removes impurities and toxins from the skin by optimizing  and helping cell respiration,  and caffeine that enhances the V line by decreasing the size of fat cells.

Dblchin trying out the bubble mask…

and see how it turns into BUBBLE FOAM!!!

(*ps : i will be writing about this soon! stay tuned to my blog! ;D im sure all of you will love it!)

Oh~ and not forgetting the UV Care Line series! *this is very important ok~*

OSSION Improved Sun Pact Alpha SPF50+/PA+++

SPF50+/PA+++
UVA and UVB protection
Radiation protection
Suitable for all skin types – even Sensitive and Acne Skin
Improved formula!
Users with skin sensitive to SPF should use!

Imroved Easy Sun Stick

Clear stick form sun stick (SPF50, PA++)

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Interested to know more about the skin care products from OSSION and GRAB SOME FREE SAMPLES?! look out for my blog as i update about it soon!

Meanwhile, for those of you whom are already a user of OSSION or Hankook products, GOOD NEWS FOR YOU!

All readers of Darren Bloggie gets 30% discount off all products! including those on sale! 

example : Product A having 20% sale. You will get 20% discount off + addtional 30% off (discounted price after the 20% discount).

SO~ it’s really like a BONUS for you all!

To enjoy the special 30% discount, all you have to do is visit their website, http://www.hankookcosmetics.com/index.php

Go to the User Login section on the right and enter the following details :
Username : darren86
Password : method86

After login, you will be able to purchase the products like how you do it for your online shopping. Simple right?!

Happy Shopping!

*ps: ending off with a pic of myself *

BUT! not to worry, as i’ve a small little highlight for you guys!

Actually just wanna try out the video capabilities of my camera and to create a slightly different feel of video. got the artistic feel anot? lolx~

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