Two weeks ago, I received an invitation to attend Murad's official launch of Retinol Youth Renewal Serum.
I knew I would not want to miss this because I had been to their first workshop in last year, and it was so informative.
In the event, I had the opportunity to understand the brand of Murad, and also get to try the series of the Murad products.
Murad's visionary approach to skincare is to help activate youth through hydration at the cellular level.
And recently, they have launched a new Retinol Youth Renewal Serum to fight against aging and activate youth.



If this is your first time knowing about Murad, Murad is a pioneering clinical skincare brand dedicated to youth-building through hydration at the cellular level,
It offers a full range of sophisticated, high-performance products for home and spa, enabling millions of people to look, live and feel better everyday at every cell in the body.
Murad is used and recommended by over 30,000 professionals all across the globe and is sold in more than 40 countries.



After years of research and development by Dr Howard Murad, the founder of Murad, he came out the Retinol Youth Renewal Serum powered by Murad's proprietary Retinol Active Technology, that can quickly and visibly targets key signs of aging without any downtime or side effects.
It claims that this fast-acting serum can gently minimizes lines and deep wrinkles, firms, even skin tone and boosts radiance for more vibrant, youthful skin.



Based on the Murad's sponsored study, 93% users saw a reduction in lines and wrinkles, and 98% noticed smoother skin after 2 weeks of used the Retinol Youth Renewal Serum!



Retinol Youth Renewal Serum also the first serum to adopt use of Swertia Flower Extract, which is an ingredient native to the Himalayas and recognized for it's ability to aid in the regeneration of skin cells after a burn.
So, with the combination ingredients of the Swertia Flower Extract and Hyaluronic Acid Spheres, it helps to hydrate, reduce irritation, immediately plump and gently soothes the skin.


Compare to the other retinol products which only has one form of retinol and take several weeks to see the outcomes, Murad developed their own unique formula which features a combination of 3 different Retinol Tri-Active Technologies in order to deliver quick and visible results without any irritation and dryness.

#1 Fast-Acting Retinold: Accelerates results by quickly boosting cellular turnover.
#2 Time-Released Retinol: Encapsulated in a lipid shell that slowly melts onto the skin, in deliveries consistent,sustained levels of retinol over time.
#3 Retinol Booster: Enhances efficacy by acting like a magnet to help enhance skin's receptivity to retinol's benefits.





When I first put the Retinol Youth Renewal Serum on my skin, I find the texture is very soft and gentle.
It is slightly watery than the other serums I'm using now, so the liquids absorb easily into my skin without being too heavy.
There isn't any strong fragrance smell, but only very natural smell.
After having it a while on my skin, I can see my skin is so much smoother than the other one without applying the serum.



Once again, thanks to the Murad's team for the beautiful afternoon.
Retinol Youth Renewal Serum @ RM498, 30mL, is now available on Murad.com.my, and also at their exclusive stores and participating dealers.

One of the reason I do not like to put on lipsticks is because I find the lip colours are always not long lasting, especially after drinking or eating.
Sometimes it can be pretty frustrating, not only because I need to re-apply again and again, sometimes I just think it is too wasted. #lol
Imagine that you had perfectly applied lipsticks to start your beautiful day, then you notice your lip colour leave around the rim of your mug, or on your sandwich, or even on someone's collar, that's quite ruin my mood lol.
If you have the same problems like me, then I believe you will confirm love the new Kose Lip Gel Magic!



Lip Gel Magic is the most powerful lipstick coating gel Kose.
With one single swipe, this maximum strength lipstick top coat gel protects your lip colour from fading, even after drinking and eating.
The semi-opaque fragrance free gel works with any of your favourite stick type lipsticks, not only showing your lipstick colours, but also making it perfectly last longer, and keep your lips all day moisturized.





Step #1 After apply your lipstick, give the lip gel magic tube a good shake with the cap on to ensure the gel turns semi-transparent after shaking.

Step #2 Press a small amount, about the size of a grain of rice onto your fingertip.

Step #3 Apply the amount evenly over your lipstick. Don't forget the corners of your mouth and the inside of your lips too!



By having the Kose Lip Gel Magic, we can now keep our look feeling fresh all day long without re-applying the lipstick again and again, and also leaving our lipstick mark behind! #yea



It's such an amazing makeup tool for my daily makeup now!
The texture is a bit greasy, but it's just like the lip balm we normally use.
The packaging is very tiny, which allows you to bring it to anywhere and anytime.
Though the single tube is small, it stated that it can be used almost 60 times!
To be frank, I really loveeeeee how it helps me to stay my lipsticks colour soooo magically!
 

This Kose Lip Gel Magic is definitely one of the MUST have product in your beauty bag!
Once you try it, I bet you will want to staple it with you everyday!
It's hard to believe how it works, but it confirm how well it works for it's main purpose!
For more information, do log in to their website at www.kose.com.my!

Good day everyone!
How's you all doing lately?
It wasn't a good start for me in this month, things didn't go smoothly.
Sometimes, I can be quite negative, especially when things ended with disappointment but not surprised.
I really wish I can stop all the negative thoughts, and don't care so much of what the others said.
But, it always so difficult to control!
Oh well....C'est la vie!
Recently, though I always feeling bored at home, I just feeling very tired and uninspired to kick start a new post.
Ya, I know it doesn't sound so right.
So, today while I was flipping my folders with all the pictures from my trip in Thailand, I finally make myself sit in front of my laptop to start my first post about the holiday in Wangdang, Uttaradit Province.



Let's get it started!

 

Uttaradit is one of the Northern Province in Thailand, there isn't any direct flight from Malaysia to Uttaradit.
So, the best way is to take the flight from KL to Chiang Mai, then drive directly to Wangdang from the airport.
It took us about 4 hours drive, although the distance was just about 240km.
It's because of the mountain roads and narrow roads along the way, so it's better to drive carefully and slowly.



Wangdang is the sub district in Uttaradit.
I like this place, although it's more like a country side for me, but the the surrounding is very peaceful and the people are all very nice and friendly.
You can easily hear the rooster crow in early morning, and birds chirping at night time.
To be frank, nothing much can do over there; everyday I just lay back on the hammock, sleep, and eat.
But I really enjoy the moments, because the lifestyle is so simple and relaxing!



I cycled everyday since the first day,
My dad must be proud of me, because he always thinks I can't ride a bicycle.
I was actually hoping to get some weight loss after relaxing and eating tooooo much! #lol



I was expected to have a cooler weather as Lik's aunt said the weather by that time should be chilling.
Unfortunately, it was pretty warm in the afternoon at about 30 degree.
It's lucky that I brought some summer outfits, otherwise I'm gonna sweat like hell man. #lol
Anyway, the weather at night and in the early morning were pretty nice which was at about 18-25 degree.





Uttradict Province is about 30 minutes drive from where we stay in Wangdang.
The city is busy but not as like in Bangkok and Chiang Mai.
It has big supermarkets such as Tesco and a few mini shopping malls.
Also, you can find the famous Swensen Ice-cream over there too!



Agriculture is the main course of the income for most people in Wangdang, I would said it is more than 90%.
That's why you are surrounded with many different fields, especially paddy fields wherever you go.



I can imagine how beautiful the place is when all paddy fields turn golden yellow, and ready for harvesting.
It must be a beautiful scenery!



I just think my outfit fit to the surrounding so well! #hehe



Here comes the Wang Dang Bridge,



It's so lucky to have a nice cafe in Wangdang, about 2 minutes from where we stay by cycling.
Very nice Cappuccino they have to fix my daily caffeine.



Wangdang has very nice sunset and sunrise everyday, not only that, I also can see a huge expanse of stars every night before I went to bed.



During the weekend, we visited Phitsanulok Province, which is about 45 minutes drive from Wangdang.



Wat Phra Si Rattana Mahathat which also referred as Wat Ya is one of the must visit Buddhist temple in Phitsanulok Province.
Many people came and visit the temple for praying, taking blessings from the Buddha, and also fulfilling their wishes.



You must remove your shoes and leave them at the main door.
And everyone must sit in front of the Buddha, and avoid standing.
It took me sometimes to squeeze into the crowd as everyone is waiting for their turn to take a picture in front of the Buddha; actually so am I! #haha



A big painting wall right at the entrance. #beautiful



I bought a few lotteries to try my luck in Thailand.
It's most of the unusual thing I will do in my life.
I actually was hoping if I can win back my trip expenses, anyway no luck at all! #aiksaiksaiks





This is the Naresuan Bridge nearby the bank of Nan River in Phitsanulok Province.



Another temple we visited at Phitsanulok Province is the Wat Khao Samo Khlaeng.
For me, it looks more like a Chinese temple.
It's a very big temple and the Buddha situated up the hill top, so few walking steps are compulsory.
They serve water and food around the meal times that probably brings the crowd.



The scenery way up to the hill top is incredible and you get to see the whole countryside.
Also, weather up here is more chilling!
I like it better. #hehe



The last day in Uttaradit, we went to the local sheet farm and grape farm.
It's was such an unforgettable trip, because it's my first time getting so close with the sheep!



Hey you, little one!





There were 3 baby sheep were wandering around at the main entrance.
Omg! They are all so cuteeee!



Not only the wheat grass, I also bought some milk to greet them.
Look at their super excited and happy faces!







Omg! Omg! Omg!
Herd of sheep in the farm!
They actually terrified me when I first met them, because they were very aggressive with our treats.



The grape farm located in the vicinity of the sheep farm.
Too bad we came to the wrong season, otherwise we can enjoy grape picking in the farm. :(





So many grapes in both red and green!



Although Wangdang is not as happening as the other big cities, it's truly an unique and authentic little piece of the world.
Foods here are relatively cheap, lots of natural scenery around, fresh air in the bright morning, and friendly people with sunny smiles.
No doubt, village lifestyle is always so real and unadulterated!



Thank you for the good times, lovely Wangdang! ♥
I will introduce the local Thai food I had in my next travel post.
So, food lovers, stay tuned ya!