[REVIEW] Scholl Velvet Smooth Express Pedi Electronic Foot File

Dont you hate it when the bottom part of your feet shows horrible cracks and scaly dry skin? I know i do, and i find it embarrassing when visiting a friend or a family members house, as in Malaysia, its a tradition to remove your shoes once you enter the house. These crack marks are usually due to excessive feet activity, like prolonged standing at work or home. And if your floors at home are hard, these are also the main causes of thick dry skin at the bottom of your feet.

Being very active in my daily routines of being all around Klang Valley, i was introduced to Scholls latest Velvet Smooth Express Pedi Electronic Foot File, and this may be the answer to my, and your problems! The first time i heard about this was in 2014, but i've been hearing about how good it is, so might as well give it a go. I also heard that the Roller Head is Replaceable too. SWEET!

It retails at RM135.20 at stores, which includes an Electronic Foot File, One roller Head, 4 AA batteries and 1 Cover. I love how the size of it is very easy to bring around, especially when youre travelling.The pack also says that you will instantly achieve beautifully smooth skin after 1 use, but of course, theres only one way to find out, review time!

I guess the highlight of the product would be the grey part, which is the Micralumina Roller that can be changed when needed. I love how when im holding it, its has this ergonomically shaped soft touch handles for it to be easy to hold, allowing easy movement to remove the hard skin layer from the bottom of your feet. So yes, DIY is possible!

Now, i love how that its easy to turn it on, and basically all you need to do is to turn the silver strip anti-clockwise and automatically, you will see the roller head turning. It does produce a sound, but its not too intimidating as the device has a sensor that will detect it to stop if theres too much pressure applied on the device. Neat trick huh?

What i did before using it was that i made sure that my feet were clean, and dry, which then i proceeded to the removal of the hard skin. By simply placing the Velvet Smooth express Pedi Electric Foot File on your feet, it will be doing all the work by removing the hard skin. In my case, i moved it in a downwards motion as its easier to control it that way.

From the before and after photo, i think you can see that the hard and cracked skin has been removed in just one use. Incredible! And if you think its hurts, it doesnt. It got me really fascinated to know that it was really easy to remove the hard skin from my heel. Its such an achievement for me to be able to remove the hard skin off without going to a pedicure salon to get it done for me too. So much win!

Since it practically shaves the hard skin off your feet, i would suggest you to either do it in the bathroom, or somewhere with not much wind as the callouses that come's off will be flying around to make a mess, so we wouldnt want that, do we?

Verdict: 
+ Express Pedi Electronic Foot File (RP: RM135.20)
+ Gently buffs away hard skin
+ Easy Ergonomic design Handle to hold
+ Roller head is Washable and Replaceable
+ Saves petrol, parking and time.
+ DIY possible!

I understand that as a woman, we have tons of shoes to wear every week, and at times when our high heel's are not padded well, this will cause hard skin to develop. I believe that women should not to neglect their feet, because theres a saying that "Beauty begins at your feet". Hehe

GOODNEWS! If you would like to have one for yourself, it retails at RM135.20, but to my special readers, you get an additional 5% off when you purchase it from http://bit.ly/schollmy by using this promo code: SCHSOU. Be fast because this code will only be valid until 31st October 2015.

Who said that removing hard skin would be hard? ;)

Sara xx.

Proposal in the sky // 360 video

Remember that proposal video i posted earlier? If you dont, why dont you hover over here, to just remind yourself. hehe. And well guess what! Theres another version of it and its the first 360 video proposal in the world! How crazy is it to be the first few to watch a proposal video with 360 video features? 

Screenshot of the video

Maxis Dinner in The Sky 360 Video is the first 360 video proposal in the world featuring the real life event of Khai proposing his girlfriend as well as the first brand in Malaysia to produce content in 360 innovative formats. Check the video out below: 

Personally, i think what makes this video special would be that you get to see the entire surroundings of the proposal. With that gorgeous setting, dont you think it gives you a feel of being on cloud 9 with all this romance happening? And i think Khai is really lucky to have Maxis to help him make all of these happen. 

Well, congratulations to the lucky couple and i do hope that my proposal would be as memorable as this lovely setting. Who cares of the view, when you can be the view? Proposals are getting even more fancier by the year, and i think this has made a mark of its own. Its gonna take a while to plan anything thats more spectcular than this. 

Till then,
Sara xx

ORIGIN 2015 | Raffle's 34th Graduation Fashion Show

Fashion enthusiast, turning dreams in a reality, congratulations to the Fashion Designer graduates of Raffles College of Higher Education! I was honored to be invited to attend their 34^th graduation showcase, titled ORIGIN 2015.

Being a fan of the arts, I was glad to be able to witness their final designs, which really impressed me as their designs are very professionally designed in so many levels. Its no wonder that Raffles College has one of the best fashion design students, by allowing the students to embrace their creativity skills, and to put it out in a form of fashion.

Attendee's of the day: Shana, Mary Jane's Step Mother, Mary Jane, mua and Miriam.

It was held at JW Marriot, right across Pavillion, and everyone who were present at the event were all in their best dressed outfit in fancy gowns and in their trendiest designers outfit. For a second there, I really thought I was at a grand fashion show, and it really was when I got to see the collection of their students. Their designs really made head turns as the concept was well brought up to embrace the artistic conceptual design.

I’ll stop blabbing now as I know you’re looking forward to the designs that were insanely intense! Coming from a background of architecture, just looking at their designs could really inspire you. Its no wonder that even some architecture can be related to fashion.

| PARADOXICAL |

Nana Ooi designed this collection, where her masterpiece of grandeur is formed after destruction of an ancient. As serenity, purity, and balance echoes through, this design resembles a center point for relation between human and god.

| SENSHI |

Next up would be by Erica Lim. Her concept was to strive for perfection, when perfection is impossible. When you have the passion and enthusiasm, nothing in the world will stop you. The most powerful weapon on earth is the human soul on fire and when you set yourself on fire, people love to come and see you burn. Celebrating uniqueness through the words, the action and the choices we make.

| PSYCHEDELIC |

This designer came all the way from Indonesia, Tania Saraswati and her design was based on hallucination. You decide if its reality or fatality.

| LA BELLE EPOQUE |

Marie Nardelli, who came from France, decided to design her collection through the terms of power, elegance, beauty, promiscuous and androgynous. These are the main characteristics that make a courtesan woman and the beauty transfers through elegance which gives women upmost power and riches. There are courtesans of the rich and famous and attract the wealthiest and most powerful men of their society.

|  WHERE ARE YOU, PAPA? |

Quek Sh’un-Linn has  a little miss sought for the attention. A mysterious collection which had a deep meaning to it. All in white and immer

sing herself into shaping her papery friends.

| INFERNO |

Next would be by Aneesa Alsagoff where she was b y Moritz Waldemeyers 1000 Flames. The ideas was from an installation of parabolic mirror that reflects digital flames from its hexagonal surfaces. A jewel like beauty combines the charm of a candle light and geometric lines.

| MOVING THE LIFELESS |

This triggered me to be inspired the most. En Chi Khoo revitalises building with motions. Frank Gehry and one of his signature masterpieces, the dancing house.  The creation of exaggerated movements, conventionally geometric and asymmetric, pleases the eye of the beholder.

| DISTORTED REALITY |

Lee Hui Mein was inspired on trying to break down and dissect this perceived reality by offering visual cross-sections that pry open further realms, encompassing the human experience at micro and macro scales. This attempt to get a deeper truth has truly exposed an underlying existential framework that completes our deceptively limited view of reality.

| THE SmoG |

Killer of a thousand or possibly more, Ng Jin Ying has created something which enters our veins with only one intend to harm. What do you think of this dark mysterious collection of hers?

| PAINFUL HAPINESS |

Here Reiko Poon’s attempt to express that the sky has faded, the sun turned grey, that’s what it feels… a part is lost.  A collection to those who was once a part of love that turned into hate. Sorrow is streaming down her cheek and she knows no way to stop it now. However, someday she knows she can.

| UNTAMED |

Niki Tan has created an amazing design which was heavily inspired by the movie “The Wild One 1953” that portrays the rebellion of a lost generation against anything that forces them to conform and abide by the rules of the generation that controls them. “Sometimes you find yourself in the middle of nowhere; and sometimes, in the middle of nowhere, you find yourself. Never get so busy making a living that you forget to make a life.

| ETERNITY |

Lee Huei Wen decided to paint a canvas of conveying her feelings in through for her loved one.  Strung alongside with the man of her life, they play a beautiful tune.

| MAMA, I CANT SLEEP |

Michelle Li Yuan has ben seeking for some sleep, a dream in the clouds, hoping to sleep without fear. She count the sheep’s from 1 to 20 in this collection.

The event ended with the judges announcing the result on the best 3 fashion designers of the year. But of course, that doesnt mean that the rest we're equally as good. I think everyones collection was absolutely stunning! Presenting to you the designers who impressed the judges, congratulations!

Ng Jin Ying | The SmoG

Chi Khoo | Moving the Lifeless

Sh'un Lynn | Where are you Papa?

Just a step back from everything, I would say that these designers are more than ready to take over the fashion industry! There’s so much love and passion that was put into their work that it looks like it was created and design with thoughts of every single thread.  Stunning pieces to be considered to take over the fashion world.

Whats a fashion show, without an #ootd right? hehe 

All these designs made me felt like I needed to do an advance diploma in fashion designing. GOOGLY EYES! For more information on Raffles College of Higher Education, do visit their official website at www.raffles.edu.my or www.facebook.com/rche.kl. Hoping that you enjoyed the collection as much as I did.

Signing out,

Aliza Sara xx

Photo Credits + Shaun Yap Photography

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NEW Systema 3D Clean launch

As of now, having 7 toothbrushes which were carefully designed for customers.

We all know that we take a daily routine of tooth brushing for granted because we may not understand how its suppose to be done correctly. Not only that its important to brush correctly, but its crucial that you use the right toothbrush in order to ensure that your teeth and gums are well taken care off. The right toothbrush determines if your decay causing plaque is properly removed.

With so many varieties of toothbrushes to choose from in stores, it does cause a confusion of deciding on either the function or on how it looks will determine which toothbrush is better. We usually assume what is the best toothbrush, but least that we know that not all toothbrushes are the same.

Officially launching the NEW SYSTEMA 3D Clean Toothbrush.

Recently launch, the new Systema 3D Clean toothbrush was launched and it was a quantum leap in the prevention of periodontal disease as it introduced its first patented 0.02mm tapered toothbrush that penetrates deeper into the hard to reach areas of in between teeth and gum lines with the ability to clean the gum pockets without traumatising the teeth and gum lines. YAY to gentle brushing. hehe

It has been said that in comparison to normal toothbrushes, the tapered bristles have the ability to clean 9 times better and also reducing brushing pressure by 66%, leading to a more effective yet comfortable clean.

Mr Takashi Ohno, giving a speech

We had Mr Takashi Ohno, who is the Director of International Product Innovation Department from Lion Japan, who attended the launch and said "Lion Japan believes the most important part of a toothbrush is the bristles. For healthy teeth and gums, a toothbrush must clean beyond just tooth surfaces but effectively all parts of the teeth especially the difficult to reach gum lines, back teeth and between teeth, yet is gentle on the gums and teeth." 

Dr Naoshi KAnamaru sharing his opinion to audience.

The event continued with a forum discussion where dental expert Dr. Sean Paul and PhD Reseacher of Oral Care, Dr. Naoshi Kanamaru shared their knowledge on the importance of choosing the right toothbrush and how it improves your personal quality of life. 

Dr Sean Paul said " Brushing doesnt need to be hard as plaque is naturally soft, the most important in effective brushing is the interdental areas and using a toothbrush that is tapered to be able to reach between narrow gum lines and between teeth, which results to a healthier smile". Very well said by Dr Sean Paul if you ask me. hehe

Today, Lion Japan introduces another innovative invention in toothbrushes - Systema 3D Clean. This is the first ever advance tapered brsitle toothbrush with 0.02mm Multi-Cleaning 3D bristles and a tongue cleaner that is designed to fit and clean every part of your mouth, including the tough to reach areas. Ensuring that you have cleaner teeth, healthier gums and fresher breath.

SYSTEMA 3D CLEAN // 5 Multi-cleaning ability:

+ Spiral Power Top Bristles

power tip to reach back teeth better to scrape away more plaque

+ Shorter Center Bristles 

to clean tooth surfaces and chewing surfaces

+ Longer Spiral Middle Bristles

penetrate better in between teeth

+ Longer Outer Bristles

penetrate deeper into gum lines to remove 9X more plaque

+ Tongue Cleaner

to remove food coating and bad breath causing bacteria from toungue

With that much of detail being thought of for a toothbrush, its no doubt that this toothbrush will not disappoint you. They even tested it among toothbrush users, and 86% of the users found it to have better brushing performances than their current brand.

Held in conjunction with the launch of the SYSTEMA 3D Clean is the SYSTEMA "Start Right Brush Right -Healthy Teeth for Life" campaign. So if you happen to be around One Utama this weekend, be sure to drop by their roadshow which there from the 30th of September 2015 to the 4th of October 2015 in collaboration with AEON. You'll even get to try out the brushes while youre there! hehe. 

The event space of the campaign

The event space of the campaign

The campaign is SYSTEMA's effort in encouraging Malaysians to cultivate better oral care habits as part of their daily routine by providing them with accurate information and knowledge about oral hygiene beginning with 2 simple steps and that is to choose the right toothbrush and adopting right brushing techniques and habits.

The NEW SYSTEMA 3D

SYSTEMA 3D Clean is now available in all leading stores and pharmacies nationwide, at RM11.50 including GST. If you would like to know more about Systema 3D Clean, please visit www.southernlion.com.my and their official Facebook page at http://www.facebook.com/KeepSmilingMY

Till then, 

Sara xx

Everyday is Pets Day at Petsmore.

Just look at this baby, animal lovers, say aiye.

On the 30th of September, i was invited to attend the Pets Day Out Event which was held at Petsmore PJ SS2 outlet. Filled with animal lovers, it was truly a joyful event to be able to interact with animals at an actual event. Hehe. As much as i wanted to bring my little furball, Pandora out, i was a little tight on time, so i didnt manage to fetch her from home to take her out to the event.

Mr Sean Saw, COO of Petsmore giving a speech.

At the event, we had COO of Petsmore, Mr. Sean Saw, who introduced their in-store promotions on their grooming services. As of now, Petsmore is actually encouraging dog/cat owners on sending their pets to grooming services, to give a little pampering session to their pets. The pricing on their promotion:

1 | RM150 ONLY for the First Trial Cat Basic Grooming Package (Save RM265)
+ This has 5 sessions in total, which includes ear cleaning, nail care, bathing and blow drying.

2| RM100 ONLY for the First Trial Dog Basic Grooming Package (Save RM195)
+ This includes 5 sessions, and your canine will get services such as eye trimming, leg trimming, ear cleaning, ear hair removal, nail care, shaving of paw pad, stomach, private area cleaning of anal gland, and bathing & blow drying.

Mr. Sean also said that "Another sought after service at Petsmore is our Spa Grooming service - Micro Bubbles SPA System. You pets are in for a total pampering treat as this Micro Bubbles SPA System offers anti bacterial deep cleansing effect. This Micro Bubbles SPA System is stricly hypoallergenic and improves therapeutic effects while enhancing the immunity of pets. " Well said Mr. Sean.

Dog hotel // Cat hotel room similar setting.

If you are unaware, they also have a pet hotel in hope that more pet owners have the  peace of mind that their furry family member are well taken care of during their absence. Mr Sean assured that their staffs not only well trained, but are also animal lovers who are passionate about the pets well-being. Each room will include daily cleaning, disinfection, supply of food and fresh water, and also individual ventilation system, which assures a 5-star boarding service for your furry buddy.

A staff grooming the poodle.

And this here looks like a little baby, dont you think so? hehe

Attendees to the Pets Day out was given a treat to experience a grooming presentation by the staffs from Petsmore, and from the looks of it, they do look like theyre well trained on how to handle pets. Even the pets look really happy during the presentation. I was definitely impressed on how the dogs were so obedient too.

4 levels of pet needs.

The after grooming photoshoot session

The highlight of the day was to really present the newly refurbished outlets today with wider walkways with clearer section indicators and new aquatic sections for pet fish lovers. So it can be said that Petsmore has put a lot of effort to ensure that their customers and the pets are well taken care of in a more comfortable environment. Petsmore in SS2 is one of the newly refurbished outlets in Klang Valley, so be sure to check them out when you drop by as they have 4 floors for you to discover.

Some promotions

Some promotions

Some promotions

Psst, i managed to walk around the store myself and spotted some insane deals for you to spend on your pet. Theres more with big variety of choices to choose from which gives you more reasons to spoil your pet even more. hehe. Also, do check out their promo ad below. SO CUTE, that is a must watch ok?

Here's me and Miera holding onto our real life prop of the day. Arent they adorable?

Well, i think i shall end my post here cause my cat here is already asking for some LTC. hehe. Do not hesitate to ask me about Petsmore, and i would glad to answer your needs. For more information, do check out www.petsmore.com or http://www.facebook.com/petsmore to get the latest update.

Prices for accommodation:
+ Superior Suite, 1 pet || RM42 per day
+ Royal Suite, 2 pets (maximum) || RM73 per day

1 year membership:
RM12 // 1 year

Love,
Sara xx