What Your Expensive Perfume Says About You

Do you ever wonder what message your perfume sends to others? What does your signature expensive perfume evoke about your personality?

While I stick to floral scents daily, I also love to pick a perfume based on my mood and where I am going. If I am going out on a date night, I want to go for something that smells more flirtatious. While I am on a hike, I would choose something more subtle.

On that note, here is a fun guide to what your scents say about you.

#1: FLORAL

Gravitating towards floral scents makes you seem warm and inviting. There is something comforting about hugging someone that smells like lavender or rose. It is a universal scent that sends a sweet signal to others.

For floral scents, you can go for Coco Mademoiselle by Chanel or Dolce by Dolce&Gabbana.

#2: WOODY

Fragrances that are dominated by woody scents typically contain Pine, Patchouli, Vetiver, Sandalwood, and Cedarwood. There is something mysterious about woody perfumes. It evokes humility and being grounded, just like you. These scents are unisex and can be sexy, without being overly feminine.

You can try Tom Ford’s Oud Wood or Byredo’s Gypsy Water Eau de Parfum.

#3: FRUITY

When I think of fruity scents, I imagine the fun and flirty tropics. Visualize sitting by the beach while sipping your favorite cocktail and chatting with your friends. Fruity scents evoke your playful side, which does not take things too seriously.

Fruity lovers can enjoy the whiff of Versace Yellow Diamond or Sonia Kashuk Eau De Toilette in Yellow Alluriana.

#4: SPICY

Sexy and confident are two words that encapsulate the beauty of spicy scents. If you could be a celebrity for a day, you will embody Sophia Loren. An Italian actress that exudes luxury.

Add spice to your life with Yves Saint Laurent’s Black Opium Eau de Parfum or Donna Karan’s Liquid Black Cashmere Eau de Parfum.

#5: VANILLA

Vanilla may have a reputation for being bland, but when it comes to perfume it is quite the opposite. Fans of vanilla scents are often outgoing, loud, and love being the life of the party. These people have lots of energy and are most likely found dancing until dawn.

You can opt for Perfect by Marc Jacobs or Lovely Patchouli 55 Classic Eau de Parfum by KRIGLER.

#6: COCONUT

Coconut lovers are always on trend. If you are a fan of this scent, you like to be on top of the latest trends. Your weakness is being a little sensitive when it comes to criticisms. In this case, you unleash your creativity!

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If anyone knows how to create beautiful coconut perfumes, it is Versace and Estee Lauder. Buy the Versace Crystal Noir Eau De Parfum or Estee Lauder Bronze Goddess Nuit.

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Thinking about getting eyeliner embroidery? Read this first

eyeliner embroidery procedure

So, you’ve been thinking about getting eyeliner embroidery?

There’s much to consider before you book your appointment. For one, it’s important to make sure that you’re choosing a reputable and qualified technician. Second, you need to be realistic about the results.

Finally, take the time to read through reviews and testimonials from previous clients. That will give you a good sense of what to expect and whether or not eyeliner embroidery is the right choice for you.

What is eyeliner embroidery?

Eyeliner embroidery is a type of tattooing that applies pigment to the skin. The result is a very thin line that looks like eyeliner. It’s popular because it lasts and doesn’t smudge.

The pros and cons of eyeliner embroidery

Pros:

  • Saves you time.
  • It gives you a more defined look.
  • It’s perfect for people who have difficulty applying liner evenly.

Cons:

  • Color retention varies.
  • The good ones are not cheap.
  • There’s a risk of infection if the procedure is not done properly.
How long does eyeliner embroidery last?
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The answer depends on a few factors, including how well you take care of your new eyeliner and how often you get it touched up. In general, you can expect your new eyeliner to last anywhere from six to twelve months.

But keep in mind that it’s not a permanent solution. Like all types of beauty embroideries, eyeliner embroidery will fade over time. So if you’re not happy with the way it looks, you will have to get it touched up.

How to care for your lash line after getting eyeliner embroidery

First, you will want to avoid getting your lash line wet for the first 24 hours. This means no swimming, no washing your face, and no sweating. Pretty much anything that will get your eyes wet should be avoided.

Second, avoid using any oil-based products near your lash line. This means no mascara, no eyeliner, and no eye shadow. And if you’re using a cream-based foundation, make sure to apply it at least two inches away from your lash line.

Finally, be gentle with your lashes. No rubbing or pulling! Use light touches when cleansing and make sure to be especially careful when removing eye makeup.

Eyeliner embroidery is a semi-permanent way to enhance your eyes and make them look more defined. Before you go ahead and book an appointment, it is important to find a reputable and qualified technician to do the procedure. Good eyeliner embroidery is not a cheap procedure. It will cost you a few hundred to a thousand dollars, so be prepared to part with your money if you decide to go ahead with it.

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8 Tips to Look Elegant on a Budget

We all desire to look elegant and classy. Contrary to popular belief, you do not have to spend a hefty amount to look and feel like a million dollars. You can follow certain tips and tricks to present yourself in the most elegant way.

Not only can you make your wardrobe look fancy, but also your bank account!

TIP #1: INVEST IN STAPLE PIECES

Key fashion pieces consist of the most valuable clothing items in your closet, which can provide a foundation for every great outfit. Choose quality over quantity to look expensive while on a tight budget. You can purchase fewer high-quality pieces rather than purchasing more fast-fashion items every month. This will save you money in the long run.

For instance, you can spend S$45 on a premium white shirt instead of purchasing a S$5 poorly made white shirt every month. Staples include basic tees, classic black dresses, pairs of jeans, and flats.

TIP #2: GO FOR THE NUDES

Choose neutral or nude shades to achieve a classy, minimal look. While bold colors are fun to add into your outfits every once in a while, you can make a chic entrance with neutrals.

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Neutral shades include black, white, grey, olive green, brown, and taupe. Neutral shades never go out of style, so you can keep these pieces in your wardrobe for years. These shades are extremely versatile too, which can result in an effortlessly expensive-looking outfit.

TIP #3: LESS IS MORE

Wearing minimalist outfits with sharp tailoring in neutral shades and paired with timeless accessories will elevate your style. Keep things simple. For instance, you can match a black dress with a gold necklace or bracelet.

TIP #4: WEAR FLATTERING CLOTHES

Elegant people know that focusing on their assets and drawing attention to the body parts they love can help them look more stylish. Clothes that fit you like a glove and flatter your body can help you look classy.

Not everyone has the same body type, so select clothes that flatter your body. For instance, petite women can find a tailor to achieve the best hemlines.

TIP #5: MATCH BAGS WITH SHOES

The importance of a good shoe can never be underestimated. A good pair of shoes can either be durable black high-heeled shoes or a pair of nude flats. Learning to match these shoes with your back does not necessarily mean you have to match the colors. Rather, you need to match the materials used in the shoes and bag.

You can go for a leather bag and pair it with leather mules. You could still match colors as it is your choice. Invest in quality shoes and bags that are long-lasting and timeless.

TIP #6: WEAR MODERATE MAKEUP

Avoid heavy makeup and false eyelashes. These are not bad ideas, but you can elevate your style by keeping things simple and fresh.

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Do not forget about proper grooming too! Wash your hair properly, brush the edges well, and put it together.

TIP #7: KEEP YOUR ACCESSORIES TO A MINIMUM

Those who are trying to stay within a budget will be happy to apply the “less is more” method when accessorizing. Tasteful accessories have the potential to elevate your style from looking basic to fancy. Stick to dainty, sleek accessories such as simple gold chain bracelet and pearl drop necklace.

TIP #8: FIND THE RIGHT FABRICS

Expensive-looking style is complemented by luxurious materials. Some fabrics you can consider include linen, cotton, silk, cashmere, and wool. Stay on budget by finding quality fabrics at end of season sale or shop on pre-loved sites such as Facebook Marketplace and Carousell.

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Repair Damaged Hair with Beijing 101 to Get $10 Shopping Credit & a Chance to Win a 5-Star Staycation

In our quest for youthful looking hair, we often do things that damage our hair and scalp conditions. For instance, your straightening habits, frequent hot showers, blow-dry addiction, and regular hair dyes can bring more damage.

Damaged hair is fragile, and it tends to break. Hair breakage can leave us with unhealthy, frizzy hair. Fortunately for you, simple changes can prevent further hair damage.

DANDRUFF

Dandruff is a common scalp condition in which small pieces of dry skin flake off the scalp. The best way to treat your dandruff is to use the herbal mixture with anti-inflammatory properties.

HAIR DAMAGE

Hair damage can manifest itself as having dry hair or split ends. If your hair feels coarse and rough, it might be begging you for protein. Fatty acids such as vitamin B5, Omega 3 and 6 can help replenish dry hair.

Having split ends serves as a cue for a haircut. For split ends, rubbing a dash of oil onto your ends can help minimize the split ends’ appearance and provide nourishment.

CHEMICAL EFFECTS

It is tempting to head over to the nearest hair salon after scrolling through endless hair inspo on your Instagram feed. Whether you opt for root touch ups, bleaching, or highlights, dyeing your hair can make it brittle and dry due to the chemicals that come along with it. If you have dyed your hair, you need to give it extra attention and care. Pamper your hair and scalp with expert hair treatments!

HAIR LOSS

It is normal to lose 50 to 100 strands of hair in a day. However, you will need to act if you experience a sudden increase in your daily hair loss. Hair loss occurs due to several factors including stress, hormonal imbalance, and using harmful hair products.

Some ways to prevent hair loss include eating protein-rich food, staying hydrated, and seeking expert help. Beijing 101 can rescue you from further hair loss and damage!

With over 4 decades of experience, Beijing 101 has been dedicated to helping customers combat their hair issues such as hair loss, hair dye damage, split ends, dry hair, dandruff, oily scalp, and more.

When it comes to reducing hair damage, keeping your scalp healthy, and promoting hair growth, Beijing 101’s Meridian Hair & Scalp Purity Treatment can help!

Designed to deep clean your scalp, unclog hair follicles and promote hair growth to keep hair loss at bay, this effective hair treatment is highly recommended by Beijing 101’s customers.

Best of all? You can get the Meridian Hair & Scalp Purity Treatment at a trial price of $40 (U.P. $532), for a limited time only. Sign up here and receive $10 shopping credit after the treatment! Plus, stand a chance to win a 5-Star Shangri-la Rasa Sentosa Staycation!

Deeply cleanse your scalp and walk out with healthy, youthful looking hair with this treatment that includes the following steps:

1. 1 on 1 Consultation + Detailed Hair & Scalp Analysis

Your hair therapist will start off with a consultation to understand your lifestyle that may affect your hair health. Then followed by a scalp scan to assess your scalp’s health and find out the roots of the hair problems.

2. Customized Scalp Mask

Based on the results of the scan, your hair therapist will customize the herbal scalp mask using premium-grade Chinese herbs to give your hair the best care. The main herbal ingredients used for the Meridian Hair & Scalp Purity Treatment are Ling Zhi, Ginseng, and He Shou Wu. These ingredients are known for their rejuvenating, and anti-hair loss properties.

3. Herbal Tonic with Signature Meridian Massage

After washing off the herbal scalp mask, it is time for you to enjoy the signature Meridian scalp massage. First, a special tonic will be applied to provide more nutrients to the hair and scalp. Then, the meridian massage will begin which helps to stimulate hair growth.

4. Alpha LED Light

Your purifying treatment will cap off with the Alpha LED Light, which is a helmet-like device to place on your head. This improves blood circulation and promotes better hair growth. See improvements in just one session!

What are you waiting for? Repair your hair with the Meridian Hair & Scalp Purity Treatment at $40 (U.P. $532) and be rewarded with $10 Shopping Credit after the treatment. Sign up here!

This limited offer also comes with a chance to win a 5-Star Staycation at Shangri-la Rasa Sentosa. Visit the nearest Beijing 101 outlet now!

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7 Ways To Become A Smart Grocery Shopper

These days, rising inflation which causes a higher cost of living means more households are looking for cheaper grocery prices to ensure that they can still buy the same quantity of goods with a similar-sized budget. Therefore, it has become even more important to learn how to shop smart when we are on our grocery runs. Let me share with you 7 ways to become a smart grocery shopper.

1. Fill your grocery basket with discounted items displayed at the front

To ensure shoppers never miss out on more savings, do you know that items on promotion are almost always displayed prominently at the store entrance instead of being tucked away at the back? Alternatively, head straight for items marked with the Price Drop Buy Now icon where great bargains are released on a weekly basis every Thursday. Grocery shoppers are thus able to commence their shopping journeys by filling out their grocery baskets with heavily discounted items first.

I adhere to this rule strictly to ensure that I am off to a good start as I gradually navigate my way through the store while I keep an eagle eye on more hidden gems.

2. Buy only essentials that are competitively priced

Here is a quick and easy way to ensure that we are buying essentials that are the lowest priced in the market without having to do the comparison ourselves. At FairPrice, simply look out for the Everyday Low Price icon where 500 daily essential items are competitively priced in the market at any time.

To provide greater savings, FairPrice will freeze the prices of 50 items, out of a pool of over 500 popular daily essential items, every month. The list of 50 items will be announced every last Thursday of the month through its print, online and social media advertisements so remember to keep a lookout!

3. Take advantage of limited-time promotions

Supermarkets tend to run limited-time promotions, especially if the fresh produce are in season during that period. At FairPrice, simply look out for the Price Drop Buy Now icon to snag weekly specials or items that are on limited-time offers.

For myself, I take advantage of these periodic discounts to buy in bulk and stock up on items such as non-perishables which have longer shelf life. Such opportunistic purchases are a smart way to save massively on my grocery bill!

4. Shop strategically on the “right” weekday

When visiting the supermarket, who you shop with may make a difference to your grocery bill! Let me explain how FairPrice provides discounts to various shoppers on all weekdays with Save Even More.

On Mondays, Pioneer Generation cardholders enjoy a further 3% discount on their groceries in recognition of their contribution to nation-building. On Tuesdays, Senior Citizen (≥ 60 years old) enjoys 2% discount. If members of the Pioneer Generation are not free on Mondays, they get a second chance in the week to enjoy 3% discount on Wednesdays at FairPrice, which is also extended to Merdeka Generation cardholders. On Thursdays, it will be CHAS Blue cardholders who get to knock 3% off their grocery bills.

Therefore, I sometimes get my parents to come along during my weekly shopping trips to FairPrice! Not only do I get to enjoy additional discount, I also get to bond with them and learn nifty tips on how to pick the best quality produce! Perfect for killing 2 birds with 1 stone.

5. Join the supermarket’s loyalty programme

It pays to be loyal to a supermarket chain. Simply find one supermarket near your neighbourhood and stick religiously to it to accumulate loyalty points. For example, at FairPrice, NTUC Union and Link members earn Linkpoints and enjoy 50% deals daily! After amassing a substantial amount of Linkpoints, shoppers can use it to offset the bill of their next grocery bill.

Wine lovers should not miss out on substantial savings as a Just Wine Club member. Simply pay a membership fee of $20 for 1 year or $35 for 2 years to enjoy an additional 8% off on regular and promotional wines!

6. Pay with Mobile app to get free discount voucher

Do you know that first-time users of the FairPrice App get up to $5 off when they pay with the app in-stores? Don’t sniff at this little incentive to get you started on this payment mode! Eventually, you will come to appreciate the convenience of skipping long queues and having all your Linkpoints tracked seamlessly on the FairPrice mobile app. If you are still not a Link member, simply download the FairPrice app to be one. Be notified of promotions instantly pushed to your mobile phone so you don’t miss out on great deals.

7. Pay with a cashback credit card

Finally, always pay with a cashback credit card if you have one! That is an additional saving that you might not benefit from if you are paying with cash instead. For myself, I pay with the NTUC Link Credit Card by Trust when shopping at FairPrice that allows NTUC Union members to save up to 21% savings. For non-NTUC union members, you can get up to 15% savings if you sign up for the Trust Link Credit Card.

Here are my 7 tips on how to become a smart grocery shopper! At times like this, every cent saved is indeed every cent earned. Do share this article along so that more households can benefit from shopping smarter and their wallets will definitely be thankful for it.

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