Thursday, May 22, 2014

Keeping Me Energized ~ Malta

Running is my hobby and I started with a short distance run, 7km and slowly (after about 1.5 years) I'm able to run a full marathon.When I decided to run a full marathon (42.195 km or 26 miles) in October 2013, I started to plan my training. 
 
I was lucky as my running group and my running buddies helped me with my training plan. Just to summarize it, my training plan was consist of five different components:
1.) Speed Work - This training helps to build stronger muscles and to improve my running efficiency.
2) Hill  Repeats - This training helps to increase my leg strength.
3.) LSD (long, slow, distance run) - The LSD run is very important in marathon running as it helps my body to adapt to running for a long period of time. Furthermore, it trains my metabolism to use body fat as a source of energy while I'm running for long period.
4.) Tempo Run - race pace run which is  I run at my target race pace
5.) Recovery Run - It helps my body to recover and to clear the lactic acid out of the muscles.
In between my training, I also joined some races to test speed and performance. I'm glad that the training plan works well. ^-^
After my running, I'm exhausted. 
What's next? 
It's time to drink a can of MALTA to keep me energized!
Malta is Malaysia’s No. 1 malt drink and is great for active lifestyle.  Malta is packed with the natural goodness of malt and high in Vitamins B1, B3 and B6, are all needed for the release of energy.
 My marathon training plan works well together with the right drinks!

Why drink Malta?
There are a lot of little hidden “secrets” to life that make life a little easier for us. At times, we spend extra time on the menial tasks in life which takes a lot of time and effort to complete. #Maltalifehack tips gives you easy solutions to everyday problems and keeps you energized to do more in life. When things are easy, you spend less energy and be more productive.

#Maltalifehack tips on fitness and keeping yourself energized!
1. Keep yourself energized! All day! And if you run marathons or are just tired after a long day, pop a can of Malta to keep you energized!


2. Just started working out for a better lifestyle? The first month is crucial to sticking with it because it’s the hardest. So clear your schedule and don’t bail out on yourself. Once to start to build strength and endurance, you’ll see results and be motivated to keep going!
3. Start with your exercise routine by running just for one minute. Add another minute each day!
4. Improve your ability to run by talking while running. It regulates your breath, ensure that you’re not overexerting yourself, and keeps your mind off the pain you’re enduring. 
5. Keep yourself hydrated. Water is your body’s principal chemical component and makes up about 60% of your body weight. It is always important to replace your bodily fluids. Drink 4-5 litres of water daily! 

Let's Lifehack with MALTA!
Let's MALTA keep you energized to do more important things in life!

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Friday, May 2, 2014

NEW Shizens Time Resistance Essence (Review)

The Shizens Time Resistance Essence, a product that serves as a true testament to the outer beauty and inner strength of women in this current demanding society has finally arrived in Malaysian!
About 1.5 months ago, I was invited to attend the launch event of the all-new Shizens Time Resistance Essence at KLGCC. This was my first time trying the Shizens products. During the launch event, Miss Ashley Tan , Deputy General Manager of Shizens Malaysia shared with us this new powerful essence - Shizens Time Resistance Essence. This is a firming skincare product that helps women to realize their dreams of keeping skin firm and supple throughout the day while performing their daily tasks. 
I was lucky to bring back five Shizens products to try and of course the latest Shizens Time Resistance Essence.
  • Shizens Hydro Cleanser
  • Shizens Hydro Enhancing Lotion
  • Shizens SHUI
  • Shizens Time Resistance Essence
  • Shizens Replenish Nutrient Expert 
My daily skincare routine:
Shizens Hydro Cleanser ----> Shizens Hydro Enhancing Lotion ----> Shizens SHUI ----> Shizens Time Resistance Essence ---->
Shizens Replenish Nutrient Expert 

Step 1: Shizens Hydro Cleanser
Shizens Hydro Cleanser (RM158) comes in a size of 100ml. This is one of the skincare product from Shizens Hydro Series. This cleanser has the functions of skin hydration and anti-aging.

Shizens Hydro Cleanser contains Aloe Barbadensis leaf extracts which is antimicrobial, antioxidant and able to moisturize dehydrated skin. I love it's pleasant smell when I cleansing my face every morning and evening.
The Shizens Hydro Cleanser comes in a pump bottle and it make the user easy to dispense the cleansing gel. It is gentle, non-irritant and suitable for most skin types.
This Hydro Cleanser is able:
  • to remove dirt and impurities without stripping your skin moisture.
  • it helps to increase the moisture level of horned layer to make your skin look hydrated, healthy and radiant. 
  • Moisture level of a dehydrated skin may increase up to 70% after a continuous use for one week, on day and night time.

Every morning and evening, I use 2 pumps of the gel to cleanse my face. It's quite simple, all I need to do is just add water on the gel to form bubbles. Next, I start to gently massage the bubbles on my face and rinse off with water. My skin is smooth after every time I cleanse my face. Remember to remove your makeup before using this Hydro Cleanser as it is not a makeup remover.

 Step 2: Shizens Hydro Enhancing Lotion 
Shizens Hydro Enhancing Lotion (RM188) serves as the second step in my daily skincare routine. This lotion helps to further cleanse my face for better absorption of my following skincare products. It is also another skincare product from the Shizens Hydro Series.

The Shizens Hydro Enhancing Lotion contains licorice root (Glycyrrhiza Glabra) extracts to repair skin cells for deceleration of skin aging. Besides that, it also contains witch hazel extracts which is antioxidant and anti-inflammatory.

This Hydro Enhancing Lotion comes in a 100ml pump bottle. Easy and convenient to use at home.
It's clear and watery lotion with a pleasant smell. After cleansing my face, I pumped 3 pumps of this lotion on my palm and pat my face gently to allow the lotion penetrate into my face. My skin felt hydrated and supple after using this lotion. Now, I'm really for my 3rd step of my skincare regime.

Step 3: Shizens SHUI
Shizens SHUI (RM 50ml - RM288 / 180ml – RM588) is a watery aqua-base product is a pure and natural way to detoxify negative substances and replenish nutrients for healthier, supple and luminous skin.


The essence is enriched with the Ganoderma Lucidumextract from a type of mushroom known as ‘Reishi’ or ‘Ling Zhi’. It helps to enhance the immune system of skin and delays aging. The botanical extracts such as Patchouli extract and Corallina Officinalis extract stimulate regeneration of skin cells and improve intercellular adhesion, contributing to improve skin elasticity. The high content of trace elements and mineral salts in the extracts nourish and revitalise the skin, ensuring there is sufficient moisture within. Besides that, the Ginkgo Biloba Leaf extract and Kalanchoe Spathulata extract provide maximum anti-oxidant and anti-inflammatory protection. Not only that, the SHUĬ is also formulated with Centella Asiatica extract and Root extract that helps decelerate the skin aging process.

The Shizens SHUI available in 50ml or 180ml bottle. The bottle that I received is the 50ml Shizens SHUI.

After cleansing and toning my face, I pour a small mount of SHUI on my palm and pat on my face softly. Sometimes, I damp cotton with SHUI and spread on face evenly. Instantly, my skin felt more hydrated, supple and smooth after this product. It's in clear watery texture with pleasant smell.

Step 4: Shizens Time Resistance Essence
The Shizens Time Resistance Essence (30ml, RM 618) is my favourite product in all the 5 products I have used for the passed 1.5 months. This essence focuses on nourishing, firming, moisturizing and brightening the skin. Almost all the benefits can be found in this bottle of essence.
Nourishing

Time Resistance Essence nourishes skin with precisely selected ingredients such as Ceramide(plant-derived lipids), Kalanchoe Spathulata extract, Sodium Hyaluronate and others that synergize perfectly with each other to hold skin cells together and rebuild the skin barrier, while hindering the grow of harmful free radicals to decelerate skin aging.


Firming

Time Resistance Essence strengthens existing Ceramides levels and stimulates regeneration for firmer and smoother skin. It helps to maintain high levels of Ceramides in the stratum corneum, thus restoring the barrier function that protects the skin from external harmful agents such as environmental pollution, UV rays, dust and others.


Moisturizing

With the presence of Sodium Hyaluronate, Time Resistance Essence is able to boost up the water levels in the skin, ensuring it stays moist and hydrated all day long.


Brightening

Ceramide plays an important role in Time Resistance Essence. It seals the damaged skin barrier in order to hold sufficient moisture level in skin. Time Resistance Essence boost up the moisture level in skin, thus the brightening effect take place.

The Time Resistance Essence is specifically formulated with Ceramide, a natural lipid that is essential in protecting and moisturizing the skin. This essence is also designed to counter harmful factors and decelerate skin aging. It reinforces and supports the renewal of the skin’s natural protective layer and forms an effective barrier against moisture loss by restoring Ceramides level in skin. By plumping up the barrier, Time Resistance Essence ensures your skin retains more moisture, thus making it firmer and healthier.

Like most of the luxury essence, the Shizens Time Resistance Essence comes in a glass bottle with dropper dispenser.

It's  light milky texture with pleasant smell. I usually use 3 drops of the essence and gently massage on my face and neck. This essence absorbed quickly into my skin and leave my skin smooth and radiant. The fines on forehead become less visible. A great essence to invest for nourishing, firming, moisturizing and brightening the skin.

Step 5: Shizens Replenish Nutrient Expert 
The Shizens Replenish Nutrient Expert (10g - RM148 / 30g - RM380) is a day and night to moisturize that calm and protect the skin from free radical damages and suppress the visible signs of aging.
The Shizens Replenish Nutrient Expert contains natural herbs that proven to have anti-inflammatory, anti-allergic, anti-oxidant and healing properties.
The potent anti-oxidant formula in this product acts against skin premature aging by stimulating skin cells activity as active skin cells eliminate toxins easily and optimize nutrients absorption.
It has a light, non-greasy and yoghurt looks a-like texture that allows deeper absorption into the granular layer of skin to moisturize as well as prevent the formation of fine lines and wrinkles. I find that the smell is a bit too sweet. However, it has a good function. My skin feels supple after I apply it.
 
After I have been using the Shizens products for 1.5 months, my skin becomes more radiant and hydrated. My face become less oily in the afternoon and the fine lines on my forehead has significantly reduced.  
Why not you give this products a try!
Now, you have a chance to try the Shizens Time Resistance Essence for 7 days through the Time Resistance Essence 7 days trial redemption.
1st method :  
Present the invitation page from Female and Nuyou Magazine (May issue)  from 2nd  May – 31st May. This redemption is available at below roadshows and counters:

Outlet/Counters/Kiosks
1.       Pavilion KL
2.       1 Utama
3.       Paradigm Mall
4.       Gurney Plaza
5.       Parkson Pavilion
6.       Parkson Ipoh Parade
7.       Parkson Wisma Sanyan
8.       Parkson Bintang Plaza, Miri
9.       Parkson Mahkota Parade
10.   AEON IOI Puchong
11.   Isetan KLCC
12.   Metrojaya Mid Valley
13.   Metrojaya Suria KK
14.   Metrojaya City One

Roadshows:
Date
Roadshows
30 April – 4 May
1 Utama, Ground Floor (opposite information counter)
6 May – 18 May
 Berjaya Time Square, Ground East
19 – 25 May
Mid Valley North Court
27 May – 1 June
The Curve (opposite information counter)

  

2nd method : 

Fill in their data at www.shizens.com, to redeem Time Resistance Essence 7 days trial.
*shoppers can choose their preference counters to redeem the 7 days trial, this is only available at selected Shizens counters.



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