Wednesday, April 30, 2014

MELVITA Malaysia Eco-Cycling In Honour Of Earth Day



French organic beauty brand Melvita puts nature at heart with every endeavour and to celebrate Earth Day this year, Melvita Malaysia hosted their very own eco-bike cycling event at Taman Wetlands, Putrajaya. The event was joined by 41 press members including the bloggers, local celebrities Tan Ley Teng, Chai Xin Le, Wang Qie, MayJune and Jae Yu, as well as kids and teachers from Persatuan Dyslexia Malaysia. The eco-cycling event is Melvita Malaysia’s second locally-based green initiative.


Melvita was established back in 1983, and the brand name symbolizes “honey” and “life”.  Melvita’s commitment to ecology and nature originates from its founder, Bernard Chevilliat, a biologist and beekeeper, who is also a great lover of nature’s beauty.


From its eco-factory in the Ardèche to the fair trade sourcing of its ingredients and a permanent focus on controlling its carbon footprint in terms of packaging and transport (for instance: reducing the weight of its product packaging, providing transport services for its employees as well as introducing a new environmentally-friendly production plant), Melvita works constantly and diligently to lighten its environmental impact on the planet.


This year’s event aims to promote and highlight the brand’s commitment on preserving biodiversity, environmental balance and organic beauty, to build awareness on the importance of reducing carbon footprint and pollution by cutting down the use of fossil fuel-powered vehicles, and to heighten public appreciation of Mother Nature and to grow towards a sustainable future by instilling eco-friendly practices amongst the community, particularly the children, to encourage responsible citizenship at a young age.


To kick-start the event, participants were equally separated into two groups. One group proceeded to cycle around the park after choosing their respective bikes, while the other group hopped onto a tram to begin their nature exploration. Each person received a Melvita Belle & the Bee cotton tote bag, a Melvita cap for protection against the sun’s rays, a Melvita face towel and a storybook (which is also available at RM49.90 at all Melvita Boutiques).



The storybook – called The Bee Who Spoke, was a joint effort between Melvita and renowned illustrator, Rebecca Gibbon to turn Melvita’s signature icons, Belle and The Bee into a book. The book features a curious Parisian girl and her philosophical guide to the natural world around her



Participants passed by a total of five checkpoints, namely the Swan Lake, Flamingo Pond, Lookout Tower, Padang Semarak and the Nursery. At each checkpoint, they were tasked with a fun challenge that requires strategy, creativity and observation skills. They were required to acquire as many scores as possible and ensured checkpoint cards were marked off with a score by the person manning the check point. At the end of each checkpoint, they opened up Melvita’s bee mailbox in which letters for the next destination and action were placed. 


Along the journey, participants also had the opportunity to stop and admire the beautiful surroundings of Taman Wetlands, Putrajaya. Taman Wetlands is Malaysia’s first constructed freshwater wetland and plays a number of roles in the environment, principally water purification, flood control, and shoreline stability. With an initiative like today’s eco cycling event, not only can the participants get back in touch with nature, they can also learn more about what wetlands are and how wetlands can help with the environment.


Participants then sat down to a nutritious and scrumptious organic lunch, packed in a recyclable plastic food container, thoughtfully prepared by the brand. Ms. Coco Lee, Retail Operations & Training Manager of Melvita Malaysia thanked everyone present for being supportive of Melvita’s effort to commemorate Earth Month with a meaningful outing.


To try and sustain our rapidly changing environment, it is essential that we all attempt to reduce our carbon emissions as far as is feasibly possible. Although this might sound like a daunting task, there are many small ways in which we can play our part. For example, try using public transport or carpooling as much as possible, or alternatively take to walking or cycling as an alternative means of getting around.  When out buying food, try bringing reusable plastic containers. Avoid plastic bags altogether and bring your own tote bagThroughout April, we also urge everyone to recycle your cosmetic empties at any Melvita outlets and get rewarded - Each effort will entitle you to a 10% discount on normal retail priced items; and those who recycle Melvita skincare bottles will be given an extra 5%  off. This is part of our pledge to help the local community realize how important it is to self-initiate an effort to make the earth a better place to live in,” she said during her speech.


After spending an eventful morning at Taman Wetlands, although we the participants were feeling exhausted, we felt so much better and feeling more energetic after the cycling workout. Thanks to Melvita for giving us the opportunity to spend time amidst nature on this meaningful day. We have learnt to cultivate the habit of being environmentally responsible, as well as to do our part for the planet, no matter how modest it may be. Prizes were given away to teams with high scores before the event ended and returned to Kuala Lumpur. I told my team members I was very proud of them for building a great team spirit we have bonded that day. They also felt very motivated and uplifted with the end result of the activities we have accomplished together. Bravo Irene, Nadine, Seow Hui, Aneda and Novel!


THE STORY OF MELVITA
Leading French organic skincare brand Melvita was founded in 1983 by French biologist and beekeeper, Bernard Chevilliat. Besides being one of the pioneers in the world to gain the French ECOCERT and BIO certificates for organic products, it has been leading the world in setting trends of organic beauty care, with its unique formulas developed using more than 600 types of quality natural organic ingredients. It is known to be the organic beauty care brand with the largest range of organically certified product series in the world. 


Melvita’s organic products include skincare, men’s skincare, hair care, body care, mum and baby, and beehive products. Its signature products include Floral Waters, Bio-Excellence organic flowers and fruits anti-oxidant series, Apicosma honey moisturising series, and etc. All Melvita’s products are certified by ECOCERT France, and fulfill the standards of COSMEBIO France (Professional Association for Ecological and Organic Cosmetics).


Melvita’s organic products have a high ratio of organic ingredients. We believe that using organic products is a crucial approach to maintain the earth’s future ecosystem, and insist on ‘NO paraffin, silicone, PEG (polyethylene glycol) or PPG (polypropylene glycol), ethoxylated products, parabens or phenoxyethanol, formaldehyde or chlorine derivatives, synthetic fragrances or colourings’, ‘Protesting against any tests on animals’ and ‘Using recyclable packaging to the best we can.’


In recent years, reports have shown that bee population all over the world has dropped dramatically. Ecological experts have also warned the ecology of bees will have a great impact on the future of plants or humans. Due to the close relationship between Melvita and bees and its pro-active approach in promoting the awareness of bee ecology, Melvita Foundation has been established to help local beekeepers, bee ecology research, and organic farming from different countries, to further increase the awareness of the public towards bee conservation, organic farming and environmental protection. Care for nature, professionalism in the organic industry, and environmental preservation are the THREE main philosophies of Melvita.


What is ECOCERT? What is BIO?
ECOCERT is an organic certification organization founded in France in 1991. Its Ecological and Organic Charter is considered  as the standards of the organic industry. Its certification standards are extremely stringent, completely prohibiting disputable ingredients and most synthetic preservatives in products. Detailed analysis is also carried out. This is to ensure the ingredients, place of origins, production methods, refining methods, quality preservation and other aspects fulfil relevant eco-friendly organic standards before being approved for certification. 


BIO is the certification dedicated to beauty care products, to certify there is at least 95% of the total ingredients are from natural origin, and at least 95% of the total plant-based ingredients are organic, while at least 10% of the total ingredients are from organic farming.
*Generally, beauty care products contain 50% – 80% water. Water cannot be listed as certified-organic ingredients.  

Monday, April 28, 2014

Getting Up Close And Fashionable With Fashion Hues


One Utama is definitely one of my favourite shopping mall in Malaysia. I hang out here almost every week
for dining, wining, attending events and most importantly, it's my shopping paradise on earth for years.

Most of all, almost all the brands are kind of related to my basic needs shopping for groceries, household
needs, entertainment and last but not least the fashion, that's never to be missed here in One Utama.

I came two weeks consecutively for the Fashion Hues event, full of shoppers watching the fashion show here
especially the last two Sunday. It's packed with family gathering, friends reunion and shoppers going shopping. 

The Fashion spread for this year 2014 tend to spark bold colours, the usual Black and White and funky designs.

The loud, proud of bold colours will never go wrong with any colours that you try to pair with, including Black.
VOIR Black and White pairing seems exquisite for me, I will try this kind of style real soon that's for sure.



Simple and nice, enough to fully describe this fashion style of the year. I love the shoes too, will grab it this week.

Bold colours can go pairing with White colour and it still look fun and fabulous at the same time.

Way to go VOIR, you succeed to style your design with fancy look that I'm going to try this season real soon.
I grew up with ELLE brand since I was 20 years old, that sum up 18 years of wearing ELLE Jacket Suit to work
in Citibank. Every morning, I was surrounded by colleagues asking me about my clothes, shoes and bags I
was wearing that day.



And then, we ended up going shopping during lunch time, sale and after work. Haha...ELLE has came up with
elegant and awesome designs this year, will check out the Jacket soon.

ELLE always came up with fascinating designs in its signature sportswear. I always love wearing it in a pair
together, as it looks more presentable and attractive enough to parade with it. Haha...I wana look pretty even
when I'm busy playing my sports actively. 
Overall this year 2014 Fashion Hues for the past two weeks of sharing, I would summarise it by a simple design
with bold colours that will go fun and fabulous with any colours to pair with, Black and White pairing can go
in sync with today's fashion too if you know how to mix and match it and fashion is passion for everyone as it
plays a major role for us to win the 1st good impression to people for confidence, beauty and success in life.


Let's go shopping this weekend to release stress, update your fashion wardrobe
and play+add some colours in fashion this 2014, as I believe colours naturally
signify and brighten up my days filled with lots of joys and happiness for sure!

Sunday, April 27, 2014

CellLabs MIRACOL 9 Health And Beauty Drink Review


The latest MIRACOL 9 Miracle Drink for Health, Beauty and Wellness has reached to Malaysian market this
year 2014 from CellLabs Group. You can take their latest 60 Days Challenge that's running now, for more
information check it out at http://www.cellgen2u.com/

MIRACOL 9 is the 1st anti-aging drink formula that contain Placenta extract, Stem Cells and Collagen, blended
with 4 other powerful antioxidants like Algae Astaxanthin, Tomato Lycopene, Olive Hydroxytyrosol and OPC
to protect our fragile, damaging cells to further aging of a stressful life.

The reason why I wanted to take this Placenta Drink is that it comes from the Rose Placenta Extract(plants)
with proven and certified miracle ingredients that produced from the optimum level of its best like Japan
(Rose Placenta and Astaxanthin), Spain (Citrus Fruits Extract, Olive Leaf Extract), Switzerland (Apple &
Grape Stem Cells), USA (Lycopene), New Zealand(Pine Bark Extract) and France(Marine Collagen). 

There's no doubt on why the recent years, every company is using Rose extracts in their research for skincare
and anti-aging products, instilling it into their brands for years. CellLabs has also stamped this golden 4X of
Potent Antioxidants for Internal Sun Screen in UV protection. Even nowadays, the trend of SPF skincare
protection comes with a SPF 50PA++++ by Japan, in addition to the photo-aging protection as well.
I took it every night before I sleeps. Luckily, the drink tasted good like a fruit juice. I share this drink with Rambo
and I can see his tanned complexion has brighten up so much. For me, I can see a tremendous good result also
where my skin is smooth and radiant, I need not apply any foundation/powder at all. I would say flawless skin!

In fact, the MakeUp 4ever beauty consultant kept asking me what skincare I'm using and asked if I'm using
Whitening skincare. Haha...she told me she wanted my smooth and radiant skin, from face to body fairness.

I can see the immediate result even after the 1st time of taking it, and after 3 days my stubborn wrinkles tend
to run far, far away from me. Even my long laughing line has lighten up so much, I barely see it when I smile.
It really works for me miraculously and effectively, I can see the best result I have expected from MIRACOL in
3 days as I'm not a very patient person. I even recommended it to my family members to attend the CellLabs
Fair last week in Mid Valley because the result of the product speaks for itself and 'Beauty do cost Money'.



There's 15 sachets inside the box, drink immediately after you mix it with 200ml of water. My skin is also firm
up naturally, where I can see the obvious apple cheeks of my face are lifted up when I smile, not sagging at all.
MIRACOL 9, the one brand that's packed with 9 miracles cost RM268, can be purchase from Caring Pharmacy.
Rambo enjoys this drink a lot, he makes sure I drink it every night also because he prefers to see me looking au
natural with healthy, smooth skin. He thinks it's totally worth the price of this beauty drink for me, c'est la vie!

Saturday, April 26, 2014

SWISS LINE Cell Shock 360° Synchronized Time Reversal Program



Cell Shock 360° Synchronized Time Reversal Program is a one month anti-aging ampoules cure program, developed on the principle that if one cellular turnover cycle takes one month then during that month you can improve firmness, reduce lines and wrinkles, re-establish the perfect level of hydration, detox and maximize vitality and radiance. The program is comprised of both an AM and PM series, each having synchronized actions; the AM series lifts, fights wrinkles and hydrates the skin, while the PM series simultaneously boosts, brightens and detoxes the skin.


This ingenious “time reversal” anti-aging cure hones in on the different AM and PM skin recovery functions to bring about a younger looking skin, the effects are synchronized to bring instantaneous and continuous results! The program revolves around a modern interpretation of the classic ampoules-cure: if one month one cellular turnover cycle, during that month you can improve firmness, reduce lines and wrinkles, re-establish the perfect level of hydration, and maximize vitality and radiance.



AM SERIES
Cellactel 2 Complex, Swiss line’s signature ingredient maximizes cellular turnover. 

Bio-Mimetic Growth Factors, specifically Fibroblast Growth Factors, assist in the healing processes, stimulating cell multiplication as well as collagen and GAG synthesis. 

AM Cellular Culture, a potent combination of cultured flowering tobacco stem cells, a solution of black tea ferment, and natural yeasts protect the skin’s DNA, decrease glycation and promote increased "lipofilling". 

Flash-Lift Complex, comprised of an optimized blend of hydrolyzed polysaccharides together with acacia gum that form a mesh retracting rapidly when it dries on the surface of the skin, instantly lifting it.

The Benefits;
·         Boosting, brightening and antioxidant

·         Contributes to a cellular “detox” effect against intrinsic and extrinsic toxic factors

·         Stimulates microcirculation for increased oxygen supply and a bright complexion

·         Antioxidant effect thanks to Edelweiss bio-extract

·         Cellactel 2 Complex boosts vital skin functions and revitalizes cellular metabolism

The Customer:
·         All consumers, regardless of skin condition, concerned with tired, lifeless skin.

·         Consumers with skin that is already showing the signs of aging, and not responding to the usual care.

·    Frequent travelers; those experiencing stress and fatigue; people facing changes; or people whose skin is transitioning seasons.


The Technology and Ingredients

PM Cellular Culture

Innovative active compound combining a micro algae and tomato plant stem cells that has the capacity to protect the skin from cellular toxicity and extend cellular vitality contributing to DNA protection and repair.

Flash-Boost Complex

By stimulating the microcirculation, this complex participates in the nutrition of the support tissues of the skin. The face is revitalized and acquires color, luminosity and a more even appearance.

Edelweiss Bio-Extract

Obtained from plants organically grown in central Switzerland; due to its content in mucilage and high concentration in flavonoids has been selected by its free radical scavenging capacity.

Cellactel 2 Complex

Helps the skin cells breathe, preserve energy and metabolize more effectively as it lifts and reduces lines and wrinkles.


The Application:

Apply the PM SERIES every night over the face, neck and décolleté, replacing the usual face care serum. Follow with the usual moisturizer. Each ampoule will last approx. two weeks when applied to face, neck and décolleté, one box will offer a one-month cure cycle. Once the entire program is finalized, recommence the use of the usual face care serum. After 4 to 6 months or whenever needed, another program should be done.


PM SERIES
PM Cellular Culture consists of: tomato stem cells, which contain phytochelatins, to chelate the metal residues from pollution; and the algae Dunaliella salina extract, to boost the intrinsic detoxifying metabolic paths of the cells membranes. 

Edelweiss Bio-Extract, a free-radical scavenger.

Flash-Boost Complex consists of a concentrated extract from the fruit of the plant Evodia Rutaecarpa, known for its anti-inflammatory properties. The active fraction called evodiamine, promotes microcirculation as it boosts the activity of endothelium cells, forming an interface between circulating blood or lymph in the lumen and in the rest of the vessel wall.

Application:

Apply the PM SERIES every night over the face, neck and décolleté, replacing the usual face care serum. Follow with the usual moisturizer. Each ampoule will last approx. two weeks when applied to face, neck and décolleté, one box will offer a one-month cure cycle. Once the entire program is finalized, recommence the use of the usual face care serum. After 4 to 6 months or whenever needed, another program should be done.


The Benefits;
·         Boosting, brightening and antioxidant

·         Contributes to a cellular “detox” effect against intrinsic and extrinsic toxic factors

·         Stimulates microcirculation for increased oxygen supply and a bright complexion

·         Antioxidant effect thanks to Edelweiss bio-extract

·         Cellactel 2 Complex boosts vital skin functions and revitalizes cellular metabolism

The Customer:
·         All consumers, regardless of skin condition, concerned with tired, lifeless skin.

·         Consumers with skin that is already showing the signs of aging, and not responding to the usual care.

·    Frequent travelers, those experiencing stress and fatigue; people facing changes, or people whose skin is transitioning seasons.


The Technology and Ingredients

PM Cellular Culture

Innovative active compound combining a micro algae and tomato plant stem cells that has the capacity to protect the skin from cellular toxicity and extend cellular vitality contributing to DNA protection and repair.

Flash-Boost Complex

By stimulating the microcirculation, this complex participates in the nutrition of the support tissues of the skin. The face is revitalized and acquires color, luminosity and a more even appearance.

Edelweiss Bio-Extract

Obtained from plants organically grown in central Switzerland, due to its content in mucilage and high concentration in flavonoids has been selected by its free radical scavenging capacity.

Cellactel 2 Complex

Helps the skin cells breathe, preserve energy and metabolize more effectively as it lifts and reduces lines and wrinkles.


The Application:

Apply the PM SERIES every night over the face, neck and décolleté, replacing the usual face care serum. Follow with the usual moisturizer. Each ampoule will last approx. two weeks when applied to face, neck and décolleté, one box will offer a one-month cure cycle. Once the entire program is finalized, recommence the use of the usual face care serum. After 4 to 6 months or whenever needed, another program should be done.


Swiss line’s newest, luxury anti-aging eye serum is a sister product to Cell Shock 360°Anti-Wrinkle Serum Triple-Collagen Complex launched in 2013, combines collagen with breakthrough technology and an innovative delivery method to fight wrinkles, combat dark circles and recreate a perfect eye zone. Similar to Cell Shock 360° Synchronized Time Reversal Program, the eye serum achieves its impressive results by chelating the toxins and boosting microcirculation to stop the vicious cycle of cellular toxicity.


CELL SHOCK 360° ANTI-WRINKLE EYE ZONE SERUM TRIPLE-COLLAGEN INFUSION 
This luxurious infusion-serum is charged with wrinkle-filling and smoothing ingredients that work together with targeted anti-dark circles actives to recreate a perfect eye zone. The use of this serum completes the anti-aging action of any eye cream as it brings results to virtual ageless perfection.

KEY ACTIVES
The Anti-Dark Circles Complex, consisting of botanical extracts: narcissus bulb, comfrey root and blue cornflower, reduces the factors that contribute to hemoglobin oxidation. As its botanical extracts produce high amounts of compounds that bind (chelate) heavy metals and toxins to counteract the formation of oxidized iron deposits, it acts as a phytochelatin.

Triple-Collagen Complex which is comprised of (1) Soluble collagen (increasing collagen levels in the skin); (2) Collagen boosting peptide, Palmitoyl Pentapeptide-4, (stimulating the synthesis of collagen, elastin and glycosaminoglycans, and repairing sun damaged skin) together with Botanical sprout cells from Argan trees (reducing wrinkles up to -26%*); and (3) Collagen Protective Factor, a highly purified extract from the microalgae Nannochloropsis oculata together with a well-balanced fraction of polysaccharides (providing a protective shield against the oxidative stress of collagen).

Hyaurolonic Acida glycosaminoglycan widely distributed throughout connective, epithelial and neural tissues, is known to improve the skin’s density and resilience.
Ocean-Matrix Complexcomprised of anti-wrinkle and anti-inflammatory marine ingredients, which uses a revolutionary transfer of technology: a “skin-edible” polymer film, to provide the foundation for an unprecedented anti-wrinkle effect. Polysaccharides from a botanical origin and a lyophilisate from the red algae Porphyridium cruentum are optimized to give an intense, immediate tightening through cohesive polymer films with visco-elastic properties. 
 The BENEFITS:
·     Anti-wrinkle and line filler

·     Anti-dark circles

The CUSTOMER:

·    All consumers concerned with orbital lines and wrinkles, particularly those with drier skin conditions.
·     All consumers concerned with resistant dark circles.

·     The existing clients of 360° Anti-Wrinkle Serum Triple-Collagen Complex.



The TECHNOLOGY & INGREDIENTS:

Triple-Collagen Complex

Comprised of three different, yet synergistic, collagen factors: soluble collagen; collagen boosting peptides; and a protective collagen factor. The complex increases (due to the soluble collagen), strengthens (due to the collagen boosting peptides) and safeguards the level of collagen present in the skin (due to protective collagen factor).

Hyaluronic Acid

Low molecular weight hyaluronic acid has a reduced molecule size which facilitates its delivery and enhances its penetration across the skin barrier. This provides an immediate and long-term filling effect.

Ocean-Matrix Complex

Comprised of polysaccharides from botanical origin and a lyophilisate from the red algae (Porphyridium Cruentum) optimized to give a tightening effect that is intense and immediately perceivable. It also offers remarkable skin smoothing effects reducing roughness while acting as a protective barrier against oxidative stress.

Anti-Dark Circles Complex

Bio-engineered complex comprised of narcissus bulb extract and other botanical extracts which reduce hemoglobin oxidation and in turn the darkening of the eye zone blood vessels that come from oxidation. These botanicals also counteract fatigue and stress keeping the entire eye zone looking bright and fresh.


Cellactel 2 Complex

Unique cell-regenerating complex boosts vital skin functions and revitalizes cellular metabolism to “lift” the skin and visibly reduce wrinkles.

The APPLICATION:

Apply the serum every morning and/or evening over the entire eye zone and follow with the regular eye cream. It is not intended to be used alone in place of an eye moisturizer. 

360° Synchronized Time Reversal Program is designed to be used over the face and neck, once or twice per year for one month periods at a time, ideally during the change of seasons, replacing the usage of the usual serums that month. You can also check out my past blog at http://jacyntacsy.blogspot.com/2014/03/swiss-line-celebrates-25th-anniversary.html