"Be good to your skin. You'll wear it everyday for the rest of your life."

Nothing is better than having good and clear skin! I guess no one would disagree with that.

I'm not sure if I've shared my skincare routine with you guys before but it's actually very simple. Every morning, I'll just wash my face with clear water followed by toner, moisturiser and sunblock. At night, I'll wash my face with facial cleanser then toner and moisturiser. Sometimes, choosing which skin care products to use can also be a headache as there are so many different brands out there for you to choose from. I usually switch up my skin care products once in a while and for those who are thinking of getting (or switching it up) a new facial cleanser, I've a recommendation for you!




If you are looking for a cleanser that is not harsh on your skin during and after wash, Garnier Men Turbolight Oil Control Matcha Deep Clean Foaming Gel is the one for you!

This Matcha Deep Clean Foaming Gel is the first foaming gel from Garnier Men (Singapore’s No. 1 Men’s Cleanser Brand) and for those who doesn't know the difference between foams, gels or scrubs...


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Foams: Foam cleanser are ideal for removing oil, layers of makeup and even hard-to-wash-off sunscreen. They can be a little bit harsh since they’re known to slightly dry out the skin

Gels: Gel cleanser usually suits all types of skin, they are generally gentler and causes less friction on the skin - cleanses without leaving it too dry

Scrubs: Scrubs cleanser are used to remove dead skin cells on the face. Not recommended for daily use and it is usually used once or twice per week

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I've been using the Matcha Deep Clean Foaming Gel daily for the past few weeks (before writing this) and it really cleanses well and is gentler on the skin while retaining natural moisture.







The key ingredient is Antioxidant Matcha, which is anti-inflammatory and good for skin detox!







The Matcha Deep Clean Foaming Gel not only purifies skin but also deep cleanses our pores from oil & dirt. Great news for those who are keen to try as it's at 50% off (U.P.: $9.50 each) at all leading retailers for month of September. ;)






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Other than the Matcha Deep Clean Foaming Gel, here are also some of Garnier Men top-selling cleansers that you might want to try!

TLOC Anti-Impurities Charcoal Foam: Removes oil and dirt for brighter skin with Charcoal and Black Tea

AcnoFight Anti-Acne Scrub in Foam: No. 1 selling Garnier Men product in 2016 - Fights 12 signs of acne and dullness with Salicylic Acid and Herba Repair

TLOC Anti-Shine Brightening Cooling Foam: Removes excessive oil and grease for clean brightened skin with Lemon Extract and Mineral Clay


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Apart from cleansers, this Pure Active Matcha Deep Clean Blackhead & Pore Purifying Clay Mask is a bomb too! It helps to reduce blackheads and purifies pores in just 3 minutes. That's right, 3 minutes!




The ingredients used are Kaolin clay that absorbs oil and removes toxins and dirty particles + Antioxidant Matcha which reduces redness, diminishes signs of ageing and rejuvenates skin. After applying the clay mask, it also has an onsen warming effect - whereby the mask will warms up (for a short while) to open up pores for deep cleansing.







The Pure Active Matcha Deep Clean Blackhead & Pore Purifying Clay Mask is only at $2 for 2 sachets at all major retailers. (Tip: You can find them at the discount bins at most major retailers!)


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Great skin doesn't happen by chance and it's never too late to start taking good care of it! ;)

1. Avoid hot showers - Rinse your hair with cold water


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I love taking hot showers, I mean who doesn't? ;) Hot shower feels especially good during rainy days or chilly weather. Although hot water dries out our skin and hair, warm water does help to open a hair's cuticle to allow shampoo and conditioner to do penetrate better. For those who love hot showers, like me, just remember to rinse your hair with cold water at the end. Cold water helps to close the cuticle and seal in moisture from the conditioner, which will make your hair look shinier and healthier.



2. Shampoo your scalp, not your ends


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I think many people have the misconception that by 'spamming' a huge amount of shampoo, it will be cleaner. It's not about how much shampoo you use, but where you apply it. The volume of shampoo you should use depends on the length and thickness of your hair. Very important to remember that you need to wash your hair thoroughly and not leave any residue behind.

When washing your hair, try to focus and shampoo your scalp instead on the ends of your hair. The shampoo will eventually rinse down in the shower, therefore cleaning your scalp thoroughly is important. Also, when cleaning your scalp, remember not to use your fingernails to scratch it as it will hurt and injured your scalp. Use your base of your fingers to shampoo it.



3. Don’t apply conditioner on your scalp


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I remember one of my friends told me that she had a friend that applied conditioner on her scalp and because of that, she ended losing a lot of hair. Try not to put conditioner on the scalp or near your roots, because that can cause your scalp to get greasy faster. For conditioner it should be on your hair, not your scalp.



4. Massage regularly for a healthy scalp


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It's always good to give your head a revitalising massage as you shampoo because it would encourage blood circulation and helps to detoxify the scalp. A lot of people take extra care on their hair but the scalp is as important, if not, more important as it will affect the condition of your hair. Therefore, if you can, try to massage it while shampooing to get the circulation going. For those who are lazy to do so, your solution will be on #8.



5. Wash at least 2 times when putting on hair wax/gel/spray


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For guys who always wax, gel or uses hairspray on their hair, sometimes washing it 2 times would be good because it might not be totally clean even after the first wash. If you're not being able to shampoo into a rich lather, it is a good sign that you need to rinse and repeat again.

As you all know that the most important reason for hair loss is dandruff and itchy scalp. Therefore, maintain good cleanliness is important!



6. Let hair dry naturally


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Well, only if you can. I understand that it might be easier for guys to dry our hair naturally because most of us have shorter hair as compared to the ladies. So for the ladies, a great tip is to try not to blow-dry your hair immediately after shampooing. What you could do is to allow your hair to dry under a towel turban instead, for at least 10-15 mins. When drying your hair with hairdryer, try to use the lowest temperature setting, although I understand that it will take forever for some of you, but... if you are not rushing for time, why not?



7. Have proper and enough sleep & lead a healthy lifestyle


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I know you must be thinking that, oh this again? But it's really one of the important factors that will affect the condition of your scalp and hair. Eat healthy, eat a balanced diet rich in lean protein, whole grains, fruits and vegetables (since hair is made of proteins). Drink lots of water and with the new diet, you will see the difference with your hair that is newly growing.

Stress will also greatly affect your hair. It can cause serious hair loss or hair problems. Try to release your stress through activities that you like to do (sports, shopping, etc.) and relax your mind and body once in a while.



8. Hair care and treatment by professionals



Lazy? Too busy? I understand, since many of us are working adults now and we usually do not have so much time on hand to take care of our hair and such. For all the busy bees, having your hair taken hair by the professionals might be a good option. I've been going to Beijing 101 for my hair treatment because I do have dandruff issues (read my entry about it here). Depending on your hair and scalp condition, you might need to go for treatment once in a month.

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Apart from them identifying my hair issues and having it treated, they also gave me quite a few great tips based on my hair condition too! Anyway, since we are on this... I thought why not share with you all one of the recent research results done by Nielsen on Beijing 101 regarding their treatment effectiveness?

Based on the survey results, 90%* of their customers have seen visible results upon receiving regular treatments. I'm really excited to continue my treatment with them and see the improvement of my hair and scalp condition from there on. Goodbye dandruff, hello healthy scalp and hair!

*Beijing 101’s claim based on research conducted by Nielsen, 1st October – 15th October 2016 among 169 Beijing 101 customers, aged 18 years old and above who are receiving hair treatments.


As you can see from the survey results, it's pretty promising. I'm really excited to continue my treatment with them and see the improvement of my hair and scalp condition from there on. Goodbye dandruff, hello healthy scalp and hair!




GIVEAWAY! For those who are interested to have your scalp and hair checked, feel free to head over here to receive a free hair & scalp analysis along with a free consultation! You will also receive a $20 shopping vouchers (Capitaland, NTUC etc.) too! Let me know if you guys have any further questions! :D

Can I say I seriously love doing facial over at Face of Man?!
Time files, it's already my 8th session over at Face of Man and I previously didn't know that they have this first time facial promo for new customers at only $28?!! I just found out from my therapist and I'm not obligated to write about this trial but ever since I went there for facial, my skin condition really improved tremendously. Therefore, I thought of sharing it with you all so you guys can also go try it out yourself! This is not just for guys only, I was told that they have female customers too! So females are more than welcome to try it out!



I find it super affordable to do the trial because it's only $28 and you can see whether you like it or not! There's no obligations for the trial and no hard-selling after that too, so you don't have to worry! I do recommend my therapist, Pei Na, if you're going down to the City Hall outlet for the trial because she is super nice!!!

The $28 facial trial includes: Superficial Extraction, Ampoule Serum and Mask.

You can call them at 63396636 to book an appointment! Let me know how did it go k! ;)

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Who doesn't want to have a beautiful and sparkling white teeth?

Having a clean white teeth is important because it will help boost our confidence and make a positive first impression on others. Many of us might stained our teeth unconsciously, especially if we consume a lot of coffee, tea, soft drinks or wine. The best we could do is to rinse our mouth after consuming them, but sometimes, teeth slowly turning yellow is also something that is beyond our control. There are so many ways to whiten our teeth and I complied some of them here for you guys! Some of which I've personally tired before and some are tried by the people around me. Let's go! ;)


1. Whitening Toothpaste




Whitening toothpaste is probably one of the cheapest method to whiten your teeth. I used quite a few brands before and since whitening toothpaste are really common nowadays, every brand has it and you can easily find them everywhere. I personally find it suitable for people who wants to maintain their teeth colour, because the whitening effect is not that immediate or obvious and usually it will take a period of time before you can see any results. But I guess, it depends on each individual, some brands will have better whitening effect than others, so I recommend you to just try out a few of them and compare to see which gives you a better result. Remember to brush 2 times a day to see the best results! Well, even if you don't want to whiten your teeth, you have to do that for hygiene purpose too!



2. Whitening Strips


Teeth whitening strip is one of the better choice if you're looking for a quick whitening fix for a special occasion. Personally I didn't used it before but some of my friends did and they told me that the effects of the whitening strips does not really last for very long. It's a more expensive option than whitening toothpaste, but a cheaper option for in-office whitening (those where you do in a dental clinic). Application is pretty simple, basically you just have to place one strip on the top of your teeth, and another at the bottom. One of the more popular brand that almost everyone is using is, Crest 3D White Whitestrips. I don't think you get it off the shelf in Singapore but you can easily find them on online shopping portal websites! But do be careful with prolonged use, because your teeth/gums might become more sensitive than before.



3. Baking Soda


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My mum always told us that we can actually use baking soda to whiten our teeth, and apparently one of my aunt did that and she says that her teeth really whiten a little. I didn't really try it out myself because I'm pretty lazy to go use the baking soda and do the mixture every time when I want to brush my teeth. I rather use a whitening toothpaste to be honest. Although as compared to whitening toothpaste now, this is really the cheapest method to whiten your teeth. I'm not sure about the effects since I didn't try it myself before, so try it at your own risk! But I went to research and it seems that those who tried did mentioned that it did help whiten a little. You can either mix the baking soda with water, lemon or with your toothpaste and just brush your teeth normally. It is said that the baking soda are able to remove stains on the surface of the teeth because it is composed of a chemical compound (sodium bicarbonate) that makes it a great mild abrasive. But be careful! Prolonged use can abrade away your precious enamel, so it's always better to seek professional advice if you're serious about whitening your teeth.



4. Teeth Whitening Pen

Last minute touch-up? Maybe the teeth whitening pen will come in handy! Probably even a quicker option than whitening strips if you only have less than an hour to get out of your house. It is really convenient because it is small and portable, so you can also bring it out to use if you stained your teeth with coffee or wine. The main ingredient in the teeth whitening pen is peroxide, which is used in many bleaching products too. I think the results varies, because many people told me that teeth whitening pen is not effective at all (do let me know if any one of you have tried it before and find the result effective!). I personally didn't use it before, but I think it will come in really handy when we suddenly have a last minute important date and we want to look at our very best. Then this might be the best option! Because you can even apply it on the taxi while you're on your way to meet your date, for any important events or photoshoots too!


5. Teeth Whitening (Clinic)


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If you want a safe and effective procedure that can achieve rapid results, in-office whitening might be the best option for you! You will be taken care by skilled and dedicated experts that will help you whiten your teeth and leave the clinic with a sparkling smile after. Typically, in-office teeth whitening involve the activation of whitening gel placed on your teeth with a special light source for about an hour. Most teeth would lighten about 7-10 shades by the end of session, which is ideal for busy people. This is one of the more expensive alternative but this procedure also produces faster results. I wanted to do this previously, but I'm really scared that my teeth/gums will be too sensitive after that. And I heard the results can be unpredictable too, depending on the types of stains that is present on your teeth.



6. Take-home Whitening Kit


If your teeth are not that yellow and you want to have an expert to manage your teeth whitening, you can try the using the take-home whitening kit. I've tried it before previously and I find it easy to use and my dental clinic will help to keep track of the whitening progress too. I did it over at Omni Dental Centre because they are my trusty dental clinic to go to for any oral related matters! Basically, the kit consists of upper and lower teeth whitening trays which they will do up a mould and customise the tray to fit your teeth perfectly (something like invisalign or retainers, if you guys know!). I used it once in a while previously before bedtime, after brushing my teeth. After brushing, you just have to apply the gel on the trays (the black dots on the tray in the picture above are the ones that I need to whiten) and after wearing it for 30 mins, you take it out and brush your teeth with water so you will wash away all the gel. The gel is safe for consumption and is harmless even if we happen to swallow any in the process, so no worries on that. To be honest, I'm really a lazy person when it comes to "maintaining myself", but even when I do it once in a while, I can see the difference every time after I used it. For significant results, it will take you about 1 - 2 weeks and the tubes of gel can still be used to touch up once in a while in the future. I find it pretty effective at targeting any particular tooth that is darker shade than others, so you can just apply gel on the tray for that tooth instead of having to whiten every single one. If you guys have any more questions, do feel free to email me or comment below because since I used before, I'm more than happy to answer any questions that you guys might have!


7. Veneers


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Worst comes to worst, you can opt to do veneers! Many of the celebrities have done it, in order to have really prefect white straight teeth. Let me quote what I found from Google: "Veneers are ultra-thin shells of ceramic (porcelain) or a composite resin material, which are bonded to the front of teeth." Personally I do not any friends around me that have done this procedure yet, but from what I know, the process is irreversible because they need to remove a small amount of enamel from your teeth to accommodate the shell. So you need to really consider carefully before you want to do veneers. Do some research online and I find it the best to consult your trusty dental clinic for advice (like how I always do to my dental clinic), because they are the professional ones that will be able to give you the best advice or answer any questions you might have.


8. Good Oral Hygiene Habits



Last but not least, after going through so much effort to whiten your teeth, you need to maintain it! With proper and good oral hygiene, it will help maintaining your teeth in the long run. Not only it will keep your teeth white, but it will also prevent you from getting any oral disease. Change your toothbrush regularly because with a proper toothbrush, you can then clean and remove away all the dirt. I recommend you all to use soft toothbrush instead of a hard one because many of us actually hurt our gums when we use too much pressure while brushing our teeth, ended up having receding gums. Floss your teeth regularly and use mouthwash if needed! Don't forget to visit your dentist regularly for cleaning too! Normally it's twice a year and I find it very important as we grow older. If you're a lazy person like me, the minimal is to at least brush your teeth 2 times a day!


That's all about it! I hope this post comes in handy those who always wants to have white teeth and not sure how to go about it! Do feel free to share this post around with your family and friends too! Stay beautiful! ;)

As you guys know that male and female have distinct body chemistry and unique skin types, so for most of the men, skincare formulations and techniques intended for women simply do not do the job. I'm really excited to be going through a long-term treatment by Face of Man, the Singapore’s first ever man skincare centre since 1992 and sharing with you all about it. ;)




My second visit to Face of Man with Randy! Back for the second time because we really love their treatment!




A really cosy place located in The Adelphi, City Hall.




My therapist is Pei Na, and I highly recommend her if you ever come to this outlet to do any treatment.
I really like her because she's so friendly and I feel that I'm truly taken care of when she do all the facial treatment for me. She will always explain to me thoroughly for every procedure, so I understand what I'm going through. She will also check on me to make sure that I'm feeling good throughout the whole treatment, making me feel comfortable and at home.





The first step of the treatment is Micro Dermabrasion, the Diamond Peel will help remove dead skin cells. It is a non invasive skin resurfacing procedure that uses a vacuum tube to hold the skin in full contact with its rim that is laced with abrasive diamond bits.




Look at all the thick coat of dead skin cells collected!




The next one is Photon Shower by using the Dynamic Pulse Light which will help in acne clearance.




Then, the Fmwave Radio Frequency will help to form collagen, detox, remove winkles and fine lines!




And it doesn't just stop there, with Skin Remodelling System (SRS) it further enhance our skin with collagen, anti-aging, hydration and pigmentation! Throughout all these procedures, I felt no pain or discomfort and I enjoy it!




Extraction was quick and bearable!




Tightening the pores and soothing the skin.....




Last but not least, ending off the treatment with a mask! I'm glad to receive excellent customer service from them and they specially formulated every treatments and every products for me to meet my needs and masculine characteristics.




I can't wait to be back again for my treatment (since my Europe trip! it's been some time!) and I'll also share with you guys more about the products that I've been using from Face of Man in the next entry too! Till next time! ;)

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Telephone: 63396636

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