Log | Olaplex No. 7 Bonding Oil

I've been looking for a replacement of my previous hair oil so my hairstylist suggested this number from Olaplex and I've been  loving it from the very first application. I got the mini sample from the brand's purchase at Sephora Imago and then the mini 30ml that was included in a travel set so I guess I'm good before I need to purchase the full sized of 60ml.

My double-bleached hair is now less fried-looking  and feels so smooth to touch. The hair oil is giving nice smells too!

Log | New Year's Eve... Plan?

I don't remember if I actually mentioned this before but when it comes to luxury brands, I've always been a fan of Saint Laurent. Admittedly, it's thanks to Jungkook but the brand  always caught my attention especially after Anthony Vaccarello became the Creative Director back in 2016. Seeing his latest Spring 2025 collection recently is such a pleasure as the colour palette isn't limited to the usual bright hues but there's mixed of warm brown and burgundy which are my current staples in my capsule wardrobe. 

One of Saint Laurent's current ambassador, actor and model, Lee Jongwon has been such an inspiration lately; both on and off the screens, voted as one of GQ Korea's Men of the Year therefore it was given that he wore Saint Laurent for his whole outfit at the party.

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Went deep into my own personal wardrobe to see if I can pull a set of outfit and I guess that's all I have! I got that satin blouse in dark red and black blazer from TUCZ last year and they both go well with that pleated straight cut pants from Poplook. To match the outfit, my trusted black-and-gold structured bag and loafers duo from Charles & Keith along with that simple classic watch from Daniel Wellington and my absolute staple hijab from TudungPeople.

Few more days till 2024 is over and while I don't really have plans for New Year, here's to always feeling positive and better mental, physical and spiritual health in 2025.

Log | Family Outing

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Beauty Empties 43.0 | September

I've got to admit that it's been more than 4 years since I last posted an Empties post but here I am, 20 quarters later with some of the products that I've personally finished for the past 3 months; you'd notice some other products that I've shared on my Instagram Stories but those are the products that I've been using together with my mum so those don't count here.

First, let's start with skincare and finally I'm back on track with my all-time favourite brand which is LANEIGE. I've started getting my mum to use their Perfect Renew skincare line for the past 5 years while I was enjoying their basic and Water Bank skincare line but it's time for me to also get on their anti-ageing line too - at 36 years old!

I've finished my first tub of that Perfect Renew Youth Regenerating Cream quite recently and instantly fell in love as it really helps in maintaining the hydration however little I have as I've been experiencing dehydration for quite some time with more and more hours spent in air-conditioned offices and cafes. I can't wait to repurchase the upgraded version of this moisturiser soonest!

That Clear C Advance Effector EX is the fourth generation of the original Clear C; a super berry infused booster and the last bottle that I've had in my stash. I've been having this product in my daily skincare routine for the past 10 years and I doubt I'm going to replace it with other products with similar claims. Again, I can't wait to repurchase the fifth version that's recently integrated into the brand's current brightening care line hence it has been renamed Radian-C Advance Effector. 

For hair care, I've been really selective towards the products I use especially after I've bleached and dyed my hair but the above Ginger Shampoo and Conditioner from The Body Shop have been working wonderfully at keeping my scalp healthy and less dandruff. Absolutely will be repurchasing this combo.

As for hair treatments, I did loved both of these Cleansing Scalp Scrub and Hydrating Mask from Sephora Collection especially now that my scalp gets dry and flaky quite easily. I'll repurchase these for sure but at this point, I still have a lot to go through so maybe sometime next year? I'll keep you guys posted in a Haul post.

With my skin feels drier; not just my facial area, I've been reaching out to more and more moisturising body wash like that Almond Milk & Honey Soothing and Caring Shower Cream from The Body Shop with Guardian's own Antibacterial Shower Cream Ultra Moisture which contains almond and chamomile that give similar effects. Already repurchased both of these in newer packaging.

So that's all of my take for some of my emptied products from this Quarter. I'd sure hope I can finish more of my opened products in time for the last roundup next month; before the recycling programme at L'Occitane being paused for the holiday season. 

Do you recycle your emptied skincare products? Or do you prefer refillable products? Let me know in the comment section.

Log | Recycling at L'Occitane Suria Sabah Shopping Mall

I went to L'Occitane again last week to bring more emptied skincare products and this time I brought facial cleansers, toners, some serums and hair care products. I don't personally finished these products by myself as I gave them away to my relatives as most of these products no longer suits my skin needs. I simply request for them to return the empty bottles for this recycling program.

I brought 30 emptied bottles this time so I'm at 58 out of 100 this time around. 2 more months before this program going to be on pause again so hopefully I can bring more to complete the 100 empties sheet!

Log | Recycling at L'Occitane Suria Sabah Shopping Mall

It's been months since my last purchase at L'Occitane and even much longer since I last brought emptied skincare product bottles for their recycling program; Big Little Things .

As members, you're entitled to redeem either mini sizes of the brand best selling items or collect 10 points of every 10 bottles you've recycled at the shop. I'll try my best to gather as much empties as I can as I'm also trying to update my skincare and makeup routines so do expect Empties posts real soon.

Log | Coffee Date

It's been months since my last coffee date and after rescheduling several times over, we've finally made it and I went with soft pastels and muted colours for my outfit as we're going to a local cafe today. As per usual, we didn't take any photos as none of us remembered to but not to worry, I'll share that on my other blog later as I'm planning to go by myself sometime next week. 

I had to go pick up my beauty essentials from Sulwhasoo after lunch but I felt like I need another cup of coffee hence the quick stop at ZUS Coffee for my favourite Spanish Latte with Coconut Milk and less sugar.

On that note, I've been sitting on the idea of actually going back to local beauty community as it's been about 3 years since I last posted on my Instagram but life really gets in the way and I've only been focusing on doing my routines as part of my daily self-care offline. The little time I've had left after long hours at the office or running errands around the city is usually dedicated to sorting through my laundry and stocking up my fridge with different kind of soy-based beverages I could find at local 24-hour supermarket. 

But now that the audits for the company has finally comes to end, I decided to tackle the number one task I want to do for my apartment as part of the process of sorting my current living situation which is doing a makeover for an empty small room; my younger brother is no longer staying with me so I'm turning the room into a walk-in closet. At this point, I've already gotten a couple of IKEA shelves and racks for my outerwear; I'm obsessed with jackets, trench coats and blazers these days and those were taking majority amount of space in my wardrobes hence they're getting their own racks.

But the one shelf I really want to sort properly is the one for my bags - these are just my hand bags and I still have several backpacks that I also need to find space to place them accordingly so I'll do an update on that once I'm done with the repainting the room and maybe the window frames as well. Indeed lots of work need to be done for the room but I'm just taking things slowly as I still have mountains of things to settle at work and with my birthday is coming up next weekend, I really just want to go for a quick getaway with my family or just going to enjoy a quiet time at my parents house. 

How's your July so far?

Log | Hair Oil

It's been about 3 months since I've bleached then dyed my hair and on days when I don't have the time to properly condition or skipped my weekly hair mask, this L'Occitane Aromachologie Intensive Repair Enriched Oil saves my hair from being dry and brittle. 

I loved that this oil is making my hair soft, shiny and frizz-free in the morning as I usually apply several drops after drying my hair with hair dryer and such a bonus that it's making my hair smells so nice!

Log | Formal with Pastels

Off to a meeting with our subcontractor to finalise some documents so I had to wear formal but I had coffee date with my girlfriends in the evening so I tried to tone down the look with pastel blouse, scarf and that muted beige pants.

Log | Long Day at Work

I'm becoming more and more attached to cotton clothes these days because it can be so hot from mid morning till early evening and then it'll be pouring heavily right around when I usually get off work. Instead of going with my usual slightly stretchy polyester pants from Poplook, I'm switching to the ones from their COTTON line instead hence that Fidella Straight Cut Pants in black. Not going to lie, I'm so tempted to get another in beige colour to include in my capsule wardrobe so here's hoping for restock.

I've been carrying that TUMI bag everywhere too these days and it's made of nylon so perfect for this kind of weather although I kind of in need of a bigger briefcase so I'm considering to just get a tote that can fit my documents and laptop, all in one place.

I feel like coming back to my old routine where I'd be hanging out at cafe after work but at the same time I do want to be more active so here's hoping I can get through audit safely by the end of this month and start my gym membership right after.