Official launch of Max Factor in Malaysia

I first saw Max Factor products are in Hong Kong Langham Mall, where they have this small counter... however I didn't manage to grab their famous False Lash mascara as was rushing for my sight seeing. So when I was invited to attend the launching of Max Factor launching, I was thrilled! Finally Max Factors are in Malaysia ! And I invited another 2 girls (Sharon and Camie) to join me in this event to share the excitement!

It was held in Luna Bar, Menara Pan Global at one fine evening. The setting of the event was beautiful and I particularly love the setting of the runaway stage.

Do you know that Max Factor was founded in 1909 and it was named after the founder by late Maximilian Faktorowicz who designed the looks of the Hollywood stars of the day such as Joan Crawford , Bette Devis, Rita Hayworth and Katherine Hepburn.

And today Malaysia was Max Factor 75th market worldwide. Even Singapore do not have Max Factor counters yet ! And yes we are so lucky because starting from today Max Factor, a brand of Procter & Gamble will be distributed by locally by StarAsia Malaysia !!!

Max Factor's False Lash Effect Mascara is an astounding new mascara which need no further introduction as it ranked top selling in the global market.

This is so far Max Factor's mascara biggest ever brush combined with iFX brush technology which was designed to dramatically thicken every lash right to the tip, even with smaller lashes, bottom lashes and those in the inner and outer corner of the eyes without clumping or globing ! Sounds impressive right!!! This is the mascara that will give you fake eyelashes effect !

And guess what the mascara only RM66!

Before the event started, Winnie Loo started by doing makeup demo using Max Factor products on one of the model.

Sharon join the fun as well to try out their mascara, which end up she got almost full makeover from Jessie , the counter manager from Lot10

Camie also didn't miss the chance!

As I came in full makeup, the only thing I could try is their Lipfinity . Wow I am impressed with this because this look almost similar with Shiseido MAQuillAGE Rouge Enamel Glamour which comes with a waterproof lipstick and moisturising gloss topcoat. I tried it and honestly the lipstick stain on my lips does not come out after hours of food, drink and wiping off with tissue!

Another thing I try is Max Effect Dip in Eyeshadow. I tried it on my hands it is pigmented and intense. I am going to the counter to check this out one day!

The event started a little bit late due to rain. However Belinda Chee manage to catch our attention by showcasing model/local celebrity doing runaway catwalk with Max Factor makeup, and Jaspal as their official wardrobe sponsor

First was Mizz Nina in vibrant glam look

Melissa Indot in classic glamour look

Jay Menon the Mix FM DJ

Felicia Chin from Hot Magazine

Azniza Anuwi, a winner from MSN Life & Style Max Factor Contest

We are also entertained by amazing Dennis Lau's performance, a very talented violinist

L-R: Winnie Loo, Mizz Nina, Fabio Stefani, Julia Wong, Noe Saglio, Melissa Indot, Jay Menon.

Then came to a time where the VIPs are invited to cut ribbon to launch this event, however the ribbon was actually replaced by eyelashes instead and the VIPs tossed it away after cutting it,saying no to fake eyelashes!

Drawing parallels between Malaysian icon and one of make-up's renowed brands, a projection of Max Factor was held in Menara KL as a canvas for 2 hours.!! Wow..nice right... Max Factors has invested so much in their launching!

Here also Winnie Loo, the Chief Creative Director of AcutAbove was selected to be the make-up artist for Max Factor.

She shared her make-up tips and did a live demo on guest model Nardine Ann the recent 2010 winner of Miss Universe Malaysia. Winnie used the latest False Lash Effect Mascara to create a stunning and voluminous eyes for Nardine by giving her a truly impactful, spectacular and dazzling lashes. And yes Nardine was absolutely gorgeous that will make our head turn 360 degree !!

Some of the celebrities that I have met

With Xavier

With Edmund

With sexy & friendly Chermaine Poo

Last but least , a picture of myself with False Lash Effect Mascara board!

p/s: Thanks Camie for this picture

Our goodie pack !!

2 vouchers to attend Max Factors Exclusive Mechanic at the stated location .

Mid Valley Megamall (1-7 Nov 2010) at East Entrance Atrium
The Curce Shopping Mall (3-10 Nov 2o10) Centre Court

ALERT: BUY 1 FREE 1 FALSE LASH MASCARA EFFECT AT THIS 2 LOCATIONS ON THE STATED DATE! which means if you share with your friend, each of you get the mascara at RM33!!! T&C applies, while stock last!

My goodies ! Yes its mine, everything in full size!!! I will have fun time playing with these babies!

Max Factors Miracle Touch - Liquid Illusion Foundation
Max Factor False Lash Effect Mascara
Max Factor lipstick
Max Factor Lipfinity
Max Factor Trio eyeshadow

Now I can say bye-bye my fake eyelashes and say Hi to my new eyelashes !

Max Factor is currently available at counters in
Sunway Pyramid Parkson
The Curve Metrojaya
Isetan Lot10 (remember to look for Jessie, the friendly counter manager!)
And there will be more counters will be set up as time comes.

My Dream comes True - I am in Nov Female magazine!

am in page 204, Female mag Nov edition!

2 months ago, Wan Lee a freelance writer with female magazine email and asked me if I am interested to be featured in their November 2010. I jumped in joy and say YES! Although I have the first interview with Oriental Daily a while ago in August, but to be featured in Female Magazine is totally every woman dream! I do not think I am that famous or have like really huge stash of beauty products like some of you here, but this time around I am just lucky to be selected!

So when the days come (approximately 2 months ago) my lovely sister and I put everything (yes everything) in a super XXL luggage bag and dragged it into the cab and brought the the shooting location to show the Female Mag team. Gosh, the luggage bag was so heavy.. I was so scare to be robbed half way... and I reaslise something, if there is fire in my house, I think I need a trolley to save all my beauty collection!

So when I reach there, there are 6 others girls there.. so I waited my turn.. do my makeup and photo shoot.. although waited for a while. The short waiting period make me felt like I have waited for hours, I am very anxious as this is first time going for official photo shoot , all the arrangement looked so professional. After few hundred photos being snapped, finally the photographer and editor said okay... they got the right picture of me.. Now I know how hard is it to be model.. and for the photographer to get the right shoot.. as everything in the picture matters!

So here is it, I am very honour to be selected to be interviewed in Female Magazine to show my skincare stash, thank you Female for this opportunity! However I am not going to tell you what is my interview about.. you gotta buy the Female Magazine November edition to find out more ! And the magazine itself has so much interesting and new beauty & fashion tips to share! Check it out!

I believe in miracle, never thought I will come so far :)

Thank you all my family, friends and readers ( and of course Female Magazine) because you make my dream comes true!

Futuromic Imaging Fair & Announcement of Giving Frame Photography Project 2010

Last week, I attended Futuromic Imaging 2010 in Times Square which was organised by Futuromic Photo AV Sdn Bhd for the first time.Futuromic is the exclusive sole distributor of Nikon, Sandisk, Ricoh, Tamron, Mitsubishi and many more in nationwide!

The aims of the company and objective of organising such event is to bring together the local photography fratenity to a hands-on experience of "feel and touch" on the wide range of photographic products that they distribute. And as this is a brand promoting event, they are not doing any sale at the fair itself. And there are pretty brand ambassadors doing catwalk with the products from the brands that Futuromic carries. Let the picture do the talking

Mr. Jeffrey Ng, Sales Director of Futuromic Photo AV Sdn Bhd making his speech

Guests and members of media are entertained with dance show

Arthur Tan - The 2010 Cleo Bachelor Finalist as the MC

Below are the Brand Ambassador doing catwalk. And since some of the stage photos are not clear, I have included their beautiful picture that I managed captured while lepak-ing in the fair .



Look at the numbers of photographers down there ! I can't even see myself there!

The VIPs picture together with the brand ambassadors


Last but not least, me and Xavier, thank you for inviting to this event.

At this event too, Futuromic also announced that they are launching the Giving Frames Photography Grant Project, where Malaysian photographers apply for the grant maximum of RM30,000 to fund production costs for a non-profit photography project. PhotoMalaysia has joint partnership with Futuromic Photo AV Sdn Bhd to oversee the management and implementation of this grant. The proposed grant MUST reflect the grant's mission which is " to inspire and influence others to a worthy social cause through photography" .

Those interested to learn more or to apply for the grant can do so by visiting the company's website at www.futuromic.com or email them at givingframesproject@gmail.com

Slowbrogal Jumbo Giveaway

Slowbrogal is one of my beauty buddy which I known her through blogging...She writes very well and of course she is very gorgeous too!! Anyway she is organising a JUMBO giveaway as recently on 25 Sept she celebrated her birthday and her blog is finally one year old (Congratulations dear!!) ! And I would like to give a final shout out to all of you out there to join .. as its ending 12am midnight 28 October 2010 (Malaysia time, +08 GMT). So quickly join her giveaway as well as mine too here !

Check out her prizes which I copied from her blog !!

Thanks for all my readers for being so supportive this whole year. I really appreciated all of you and I would like to say a big thank you. Therefore, this giveaways is all for you. A token of my appreciation to my readers.

PART A: (For all followers and subscribers)

Here’s the prize packs:

GRAND PRIZE:

Lancome Blanc Expert Whitening Travel Set worth RM300.

Cosmetic Prize Pack:

Kanebo T'estimo Glitter Fluid Rouge Lipgloss worth RM75
Biore Cleansing Oil in Cotton Wipes (Travel Size) - Not in picture

Skincare Prize Pack:

Kevin BeautyMaker Skin Repair Wakening Gel

Body Prize Pack:
[Thanks to Grace for sponsoring this]

Estebel 1833 Massage Oil Sandalwood 200ml
(For slimming effect & aromatherapy; Made in France)

Mask Prize Pack:

Neutrogena mask, FaceQ mask, My Beauty Diary mask,
My Scheming Beauty Facial and Eyes Mask.

Sample Prize Pack:

Caudalie, Hada Labo. Smashbox, Clinique,
Hanskin BB & Dreamkobo samples.

HOW TO ENTER:
- You must be a follower/ subscriber of my blog
AND
- Leave a comment on this post and tell me one product review in my blog had encourages you the most in trying the product and why?

PART B: (Extra giveaway specially for my subscribers only)

So, here's the special prize for ONE of my subscriber.

Hada Labo SHA Hydrating Makeup Remover

Bobbi Brown Metallic Eyeshadow

My Scheming Beauty Grape Seed Mask

HOW TO ENTER:
- You must be a subscriber of SlowBro's Dreams. If you’re not, you may click 'subscribe me' (sidebar on the right).
AND
- Leave a comment (based Part A) on this post together with the username of the e-mail address that you've used to subscribe with so I can enter you.

* Username of the email address is the front section of your email address. This is for those who’re not comfortable in revealing their email address here. (Eg: username: slowbro; email: slowbro@xmail.com)

**Entries where your e-mails are not subscribed will be disqualified. Please make sure that the username you comment here is the same as the one you've used to subscribe and do remember to verify the subscription.

RULES:

1) This contest is open to ALL readers including international readers.
2) There are seven (7) different prizes, so there will be 7 winners.
3) One comment per contestant please. If you’re a subscriber, please refrain from using multiple emails. Let’s give everyone a chance.
4) Part A is open to all readers who are my follower and subscriber. Part B is open to all reader who’ve subscribe via feedburner.
5) If you’re a follower but you’ve not subscribe to this blog, you’re eligible for Part A only. If you’re a subscriber, you’re eligible for both Part A and Part B. To make it simple:

Follower – Part A
Subscriber – Part A and B
Follower and subscriber - Part A and B

6) If you want to boost your chances at winning, you may do so by :

a) Link/Post this giveaway on your blog. (+ 2 entries)
- Blog created specially for giveaways will be disqualified.
b) Follow me on twitter and retweet this giveaway. (+ 1 entry)
c) Add ‘SlowBro’s Dreams’ into your blogroll or list. ( + 2 entries)

7) Please compile all your entries in one comment. If you’re joining for both Part A and Part B, please leave only one comment as per stated in part A. Multiple comments for different entries will be disqualified. For instance, you may follow the format below:

a) Follower/ subscriber ID:
b) Eligible for: Part A or B

c) Email address:
d) Answer on product reviews

e) Your blog link that you've blogged and linked
f) Followed and retweet the giveaway (you may provide a link if you want)

8) The closing date for this giveaway is 12am midnight 28 October 2010 (Malaysia time, +08 GMT).
9) The winner will be chosen by using random.org. But I will first narrow down the best and creative answer.

Please read the rules before you submit your entry, ok? Or else, your entry will be void.

To join her giveaway, click here

InTrend All About You Workshop

Bengkel "All About You" adalah mengenai kecantikan iaitu penjagaan kulit dan solekan, teknik mempertahankan diri dan lain-lain yang dibawakan khas oleh mereka yang pakar dalam bidang ini.

Sesiapa yang menyertai bengkel ini akan mendapat peluang memenagi hadiah cabutan bertuah. Bayaran RM70 termasuk makan tengah hari di Serena Brasserie bernilai RM85 dan beg goodie bernilai lebih RM500.

Masa : 10am-5pm
Hari: 27 November · 10:00 - 17:00
Lokasi : Hotel Nikko Kuala Lumpur
Bayaran : RM70/seorang ( hanya untuk 60 peserta)

HANTARKAN CEK BAYARAN ATAU WANG POS RM70 SERTAKAN BAYARAN BERSAMA KUPON YANG LENGKAP KEPADA:

INTREND@ BENGKEL INTREND ALL ABOUT YOU
MEASAT Publications Sdn Bhd
Level 3 Wisma SSP No.1 Jalan SR 8/3
43300 Seri Kembangan Selangor.

Syarat penyertaan:
1. Hanya borang penyertaan asal dan lengkap diterima. Hanya Layak disertai 60 pembaca yang menghantar borang berserta bayaran.
2. Jika gagal hadir pada hari bengkel berlangsung, wang dibayar tidak akan dikembalikan semula. Beg goodie juga tidak boleh ditebus.
3. Tarikh tamat penyertaan adalah 22 November 2010.


p/s: The workshop would likely be conducted in Malay language as Intrend is a Malay magazine.

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