Happy Chap Goh Meh... and Bi-Monthly Reflections  

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I cannot believe two whole months just flew by! Chinese New Year is over too, so is Valentine's Day.. so is.. my two whole months! *blinks*

Whoa, I seriously need more hours a day...
Time to do some reflections..

So there was quite a number of celebrations; starting with New Year Eve.
I don't like crowds, so this year we're keeping it to just dinner and snuggle at home :)

We had a lovely dinner at The Mansion. Beautiful view..

 
Outside view..

 

Yummy!

Gorgeous place, ain't it?


We went home to our favourite drink - Wild Vines. Check out their web here. So many more to choose from, but I only see three at the local Tesco.

I love all these :)
With about 6% of alcohol content, these are not bad at all. Hee..


I broke one of my resolutions on the first weekend of the year lol.
"Spend less on beauty products" hahaha this La-La Resolution didn't work that well.. I was back to Taiping, The Bf's hometown for the weekend. Well, its a small town with little to do.. Very nice lake garden, gorgeous huge trees.. but these sort of lose their appeal over time.

And then, they opened a new Guardian outlet there.. and then I stepped in...
And... oh well, came out with some stuffs (pictured below) *sheepish grin*

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Next was my Bangkok trip which I posted some time back..

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Came back, I was drowned with massive massive amount of work; at the same time preparing for CNY. Wheww.. spring cleaning was tiring, I so so dislike washing the curtains! But then again cleaning is suppose to renew the Chi.. and bring in more luck etc.. so okay.. done that.

My lil bro was back for 10 days this year, so happy to see him home. Didn't get to see him last year as he was relocated to Indo-Spore for some months..

Got a couple of cute stuffs for CNY.. these chinese animal sign mugs are so adorable. RM4.88 each; and can you spot my favourite drinks below? Hehehe.


On of the perks of not getting married yet? Red packets from the elders hahahha. Of recent years ppl start coming up with really nice red packet designs. My mom has been collecting these red packets for years.. and I somehow caught her addiction too. The cutest and my fave this year is the pink lucky kitty packet! From momma... :D

Another beautifully designed was from McDonald's (whoa.. surprising right?) 


CNY always spells food, food and more food!


I never get to eat these asam prawns (pic below, upper right) outside! Apparently they don't know this dish exist (?!?) Just smaller prawns duh!


One of the beautiful trees outside a Thai Restaurant that we went to.. Lil Bro was craving for some good ol' tom yum..

Spring?



I like everything, except the Green Curry Chicken.. smelt too strong of coconut oil.. :S


My two dogs are happiest when everyone is back home! :))

How was Valentine's Day for you? It clashed with the first day of CNY. So it was rather not Valentine-y.. hehe, just mahjong and I learnt Chor Dai Dee.. (yep, I don't know how to gamble) :P


Did you read up on your luck this year? Which Chinese Animal sign are you? Mine says I will be very busy (super) and I might have a change of job and some minor health problems.. Whooo yahhh! So true.. I came back from hols to find an opportunity to lead some new teams. Hence meetings after meetings.. and more meetings.. :S and have been getting frequent gastric attacks. Andddd, the worst? I'm way behind catching up with reading blog entries.. hahaha I'm so outdated now.

I ended the two months with a small Avon haul (see, thats why I categorized the shopping resolution into the La-La category!) I've started using some of the products below, and shall post some reviews soon!


Till then, take care lovelies! :D

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Estee Lauder Nutritious Vita-Mineral Radiance Serum  

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Ooh counting down.. 6 more pumps and I'll be bidding farewell to this serum...
I did a quick search for this and I don't find many reviews about it, I wonder why?

And, it is no longer listed in Estee Lauder's website. Discontinued perhaps?

It took me about 4 months to finish this up, as I only use it daytime. 3 pumps to comfortably massaged into my face and neck.

What Is It?
Name: Estee Lauder Nutritious Vita-Mineral Radiance Serum
Nett Wt: 30ml
Made in: UK
Price: RM175
Skin types: All
Color: Clear
Texture: Quite runny
Scent: Faint fruity, which quickly disappear in seconds

Estee Lauder says:
From the Nutritious collection, exclusively at Nordstrom. This silky serum infuses skin's natural glow with a look that's vibrant, energized, simply amazing. Bursting with essential vitamins, minerals and potent fruit extracts. Speeds natural skin cell turnover.


The Nutritious collection: Neutralize. Purify. Infuse. Enjoy the energized look of radiant health, thanks to the power of pomegranate and more. Love your skin. Love your life. Be radiant.

Foxy Thinks:
Hmm I'm not sad bidding it farewell.. Its not that I don't like it. This is a very basic serum that moisturize, that's all it does for me. *shrugs*
I don't know about the "bursting with vitamins" part, other than keeping my skin hydrated I don't see radiance. Definitely not saving me from looking like a zombie whenever I slaved at work and got stingy with sleep. *another shrug*

Oh, and this takes a lil longer to absorb.. but I usually do a lil massage so it doesn't really bother me much.

Well... taraaa Radiance Serum. I think I like the Nutritious Vita-Mineral Moisture Milk better.

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February 2010 Giveaways  

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More goodies from lovelies:

Sarah from I Heart Cosmetics' 


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Kate Gene's Giveaway



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Jo's Beautilicious Love

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What Charly Thinks' Giveaway




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Happy Chinese New Year  

Posted by: Foxy Frangipani

Hello lovelies,

Chinese New Year is one day away! Ohh, new beginning, new clothes, new beauty goodies, yummy food and, away from office! :D


Wishing you:


Strength and power



Showers of good fortune



Barrels of resilience and nobleness.





And, overflowing of prosperity!


Enjoy the holidays!
xoxo

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Magazines All The Way from Spore! :)  

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My lil brother is back from Singapore for CNY!
So I skipped overtime at work yesterday and rushed home for a quick dinner with him and mom before they head back to hometown..

Guess what.. I got home to find some magazines nicely placed on my coffee table - for me :D


Oh they come with freebies too!

- Elle Feb 2010 with pink pouch
- Cleo Jan 2010 with Bio-Essence Hydra Water Soluble Olive Cleansing Oil sample
- Cleo Feb 2010 with Neutrogena Hydro Boost Water Gel sample

So much love for / from my lil brother.. hehehe. (Especially when he dislikes bookstores)

Hugs!

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Clinique Gives...  

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Fancy some Clinique freebies?
I recently received a Birthday Card from Clinique with some vouchers to redeem a lovely manicure set and also a RM100 worth of makeup workshop.
Well, I got the manicure set *beams* Lovely in white..


Clinique also gives out samples of their new Youth Surge Moisturizer, 7ml. Unfortunately when I went to redeem mine, they ran out of stock. Bummer, it always happens, aint it? But surprisingly the SA asked if its okay if she open a new tester unit and de-can into a jar for me. What say? Of course, please :)

She gave me a generous amount of the Youth Surge Day Moisturizer with SPF15. Picture below shows the remaining amount after about 2 weeks of usage. So far, I don't know if I really like it, or don't. Lemme finish the sample and I'll write a proper review eh?



And finally, they also had a giveaway published in The Star Weekender section; to redeem their famous 3 Step skincare. Of course the day after it was published, they ran out of stock (again). So the SA gave me the ones in sachets. Didn't really mind, these come in handy when I travel.. he he.

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Clarins 3-pcs Redemption  

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Hello lovelies,
If you happen to be a Jusco's J Card member, check out their Jan issue of the Pearl Magazine.

There is a Clarins advertorial with a redemption coupon where you can redeem a 3-pcs skincare.

I got mine tonight; and they are:

- Clarins Pure and Radiant Mask with Pink Clay 5ml
- Clarins UV Plus Day Screen High Protection SPF 40 PA+++ 3ml
- Clarins Skin Beauty Repair Concentrate 2.5ml

Good luck! :)

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