Mamonde New Holiday Makeup Look for 2020

Get ready to the Holiday season with Mamonde New Holiday Makeup Look! Mamonde, the flower-inspired Korean beauty brand is introducing two new looks this holiday season - 'Delicious Rosy' and 'Subtle Pink' makeup look.

The holiday makeup look are easy to create and gives us a radiant, glowy look. Let's be the trendsetter at holiday parties!

Start off with the new Mamonde All Stay Foundation Glow. It is curated using ‘High-Refractive Oil Complex’ Technology which produces oil that will remain on the skin’s surface for a natural glow, keeping the skin looking radiant and bright. This foundation is also formulated with a rich moisture delivery formula, which is infused with Damask Rose Water and intensive Hyaluronic Acid that replenishes moisture to your skin, leaving your skin feeling dewy and hydrated throughout the day.

The All Stay Foundation Glow has a blend of soft textured formula and lightweight tinge of colour that works to visibly smoothen uneven skin tone upon application. Its liquid formulation makes it easy to blend with any blending tools such as your makeup brush, sponge, or even with your fingers. With SPF 50 and PA ++++, your skin will also be protected from the harmful UV rays and radiate with a natural glow.

Combat Sensitive Skin with Mamonde Blue Chamomile Soothing Repair Cream

We are adapting the new normal ever since the Recovery Movement Control Order is here in Malaysia. In fact, we have been putting on a face mask whenever we are out in public area since the Covid-19 pandemic. The professional advice us to wear a face mask to helps reduce the risk of virus transmission. However, experts noted that excessive sebum, sweat, and makeup residues trapped under the face mask may irritate the skin, resulting in a sensitive skin condition that is prone to itchiness, stings, tightness, dull skin tone or even breakouts. I am one of the sufferer of this.

But hey, good news to us. To help consumers combat sensitive skin, Mamonde, the flower expert, through its R&D has developed the NEW Blue Chamomile Soothing Repair Cream – a functional gel-based cream that not only helps in soothing and cools reddened skin, but also help replenishes the skin with ample moisture.

The Mamonde Blue Chamomile Soothing Repair Cream is formulated with 2X Blue Azulene™, a complex ingredient extracted from the Blue Chamomile Flower that contains effective soothing properties. In a skin experiment conducted by Mamonde, it is shown that the Blue Azulene possesses a greater skin soothing effect as compared to Madecassoside(CICA). While the Azulene complex instantly soothes sensitive skin, the skin lipid mimicking structure Azulene capsules help strengthen the barrier of dry, as well as sensitive skin to improve overall skin’s ability to renew, thus providing more radiant and healthy-looking skin.

In addition, this latest Chamomile Soothing Repair Cream is also infused with five types of Hyaluronic acids that come with different sizes and functions, all of which work synchronously to moisturize, cool and sooth the skin. The 5 types of Hyaluronic acid, ranging from high to low molecular weight, together with their properties are as follows: - 

• 3D Hyaluronic Acid (Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer) – retains moisture by forming a 3D moisture barrier on skin’s surface.

• General Hyaluronic Acid (Sodium Hyaluronate) – keeps the skin moist via its strong moisturizing power that helps pull in water molecules .

• Fine Hyaluronic Acid (Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid) – derived from the General Hyaluronic Acid; these fine particles help maintain skin elasticity with its excellent moisturizing effect.

• Super Hyaluronic Acid (Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate) –Enhance skin water-holding capacity, which support an increase in dermal water content for better moisturization of the skin. 

• Ultrafine Hyaluronic Acid (Hyaluronic Acid) – These ultrafine Hyaluronic Acid penetrates deeply to provide moisture to the skin.

I am lucky to be given a chance to try the new Mamonde Blue Chamomile Soothing Repair Cream since 2 weeks ago. I like it's lightweight gel texture, which is easy to be absorb into the skin without any greasiness after. It is lightly scented with nice floral scent. The best part is, it also helps to cool down my skin temperature, made my skin soothed and comfortable even on a hot day.

Mamonde Malaysia Partners ZALORA to Gain Strong Foothold in The Online Marketplace

Mamonde Malaysia, a cosmetic brand under Amorepacific Malaysia has partnered with ZALORA (www.zalora.com.my) one of the leading names in online fashion shopping, to gain a stronger foothold in the online marketplace. With this latest partnership, Mamonde Malaysia now has official e-stores on all major online shopping platforms including Shopee, Lazada and Hermo.

“Online shopping has increased in popularity especially during the Movement Control Order and even until now as we enter into the Recovery Movement Control Order. During this period, our sales have increased threefold via online shopping platforms.” said Margaret Chin, Country Manager of Amorepacific Malaysia. “Therefore, it is important for us to ensure that we have market presence on all online shopping platforms including Zalora,” added Chin. In conjunction with the official launch of Mamonde on ZALORA, Mamonde Malaysia is offering special online deals from 17 to 23 June 2020.

Throughout the 7-day promotional period, customers can enjoy a 15 percent off on all Mamonde products. Early-birds who shops on ZALORA between 17-19 June 2020 will be given an extra RM10 discount voucher with a minimum spend of RM130 on Mamonde products. Other than the exciting deals mentioned above, customers will also receive free gifts such as the complimentary 3-piece sample of Blue Chamomile Soothing Repair Cream for every purchase made. The Blue Chamomile Cream is Mamonde Malaysia’s all-new product that contains Azulene extracted from the blue chamomile flowers which has rich soothing effects. Furthermore, x customers who spend a minimum of RM150 will receive one set of Mamonde Most Love Trial Kit in deluxe size worth RM90. The kit includes a Micro Deep Cleansing Foam, Red Energy Recovery Serum and Rosewater Toner.

Certified Halal And Wudhu-Friendly Ceramide & Rose Water Products for Ramadhan

Selamat Berpuasa to all my Muslim readers. The holy month of Ramadan is here, marking a month of fasting, prayers and reflection for our Muslim friends. Before performing prayers, Muslims must go through the ritual of ablution or wudhu (the process of washing before prayers). For women, it could be challenging finding halal certified beauty products to suit their skin.

My favourite Korean beauty brand Mamonde has taken into account its different customers’ needs and has gone the extra mile to come up with products that use ingredients without any alcohol or animal substances. This Ramadhan, Mamonde recommends its Ceramide and Rose Water ranges that are compliant with the faith. The products from these ranges are certified halal and wudhu-friendly, which means they can be freely used without having to be removed before prayers. They also contain moisturising properties that are ideal for the skin especially during the fasting month when water consumption is restricted.

Moisture Ceramide Range

For the Ceramide range, Mamonde focuses on the Hibiscus Flower as its research has uncovered the flower’s moisturising properties that can offer hydration benefits to the skin. The popular Ceramide range is formulated with moisturising Hibiscus extract along with ceramide, its key ingredient.

The ideal combination of the Hibiscus extract and Ceramide helps to strengthen the skin’s outer barrier by keeping moisture close to the skin. This range is especially suitable for dry and dehydrated skin. Upon application, skin instantly feels fresh and moisturised without having any sticky residue. The products under the Ceramide range that have been given halal certification are Ceramide Skin Softener, Ceramide Emulsion, Ceramide Light Cream and The Ceramide Intense Cream.

Ceramide Skin Softener (200 ml, RM70)

This intensive moisturising toner helps protect the skin’s moisture barrier that has been damaged by external environment factors and provides a boost of hydration to the skin without leaving any sticky residue. It also contains the moisturising agent Betaine extracted from beet to further moisturise the skin. Suitable for those experiencing flaky/sensitive/rough skin. 

Ceramide Emulsion (150 ml, RM80)

The Healthy Pomegranate Rejuvenation Guide by Mamonde

The new year very often signifies a new start and a new chapter in life. For some, it will be just making some lifestyle changes which include overhauling one’s body with a healthier diet, going green to save the planet and choosing to use products that contain natural ingredients over synthetic ones. Taking the first step to making a change is always a challenge.

Therefore, Mamonde has put together a Pomegranate Rejuvenation Guide to help you kickstart that change towards living a healthier life. A healthy lifestyle begins with a healthy diet that gives you a healthy skin – And Pomegranate is the way to go! Packed with a multitude of vitamins and antioxidants, pomegranates are known for their many health benefits. Getting the recommended daily dose of vitamins is important for our immune system to stay healthy and strong, which in turn helps us stay in the pink of health.

Here are the three essential steps in the Mamonde Pomegranate Rejuvenation Guide: 

1. Eat A Pomegranate Rich Diet

Often touted as a popular superfood, pomegranates are not only rich in vitamins and antioxidants but also delicious! Incorporating pomegranate into everyday recipes is a quick and easy way to give your meals a nutritional boost. Some of the essential vitamins that we need daily are Vitamin C, Vitamin D and Vitamin K, which are all found in pomegranates. These vitamins play a key role in ensuring that our body stays healthy. Pomegranates are also high in fibre and potassium, which helps promote a healthy digestive system.

Korea's Beauty Trends for Year 2020

2020 is set to see the current as well as new K-Beauty trends dominating the market. An emphasis on natural ingredients of high efficacy is set to be the skincare focus of the coming year. This is supported by the trend of environmental and health awareness with more consumers preferring cosmetics made from natural ingredients.

Another factor which sparks the demand for more natural cosmetics is also due to skin irritation which seems to be a common skin problem today. Skin irritation can be caused by a variety of factors such as pollution and harsh weather conditions, which can result in weakened skin barrier. In addressing the needs of consumers today, the use of natural botanical and plant-based ingredients will take precedence offering skin calming, skin relief, soothing and repairing functions, as well as tone up brightening and blemish care.

Studies have revealed that flowers promote various forms of skin health such as increasing skin immunity and reducing cell tiredness, among others. This is evident in products such as the Red Energy Serum that has the pomegranate flower and fruit in its formulation to help stimulate keratinocyte cells (skin cells), revitalizing exhausted skin, and bringing the skin back to its optimal condition.

Park Shin Hye Officiates The Launch of Mamonde Red Energy Recovery Serum at Watsons stores

Mamonde’s brand ambassador and top Korean actress Park Shin Hye was here in Malaysia to officiate the launch of the Mamonde Red Energy Recovery Serum at Watsons stores nationwide. The Red Energy Recovery Serum is a premium product by Mamonde that addresses skin aging as well as helps to recover and revitalise exhausted skin, bringing it back to its optimal condition.

Made up of two key ingredients, pomegranate and Blossoming Energy, the serum creates smooth and supple skin that glows from within by strengthening the skin’s moisture barrier and promoting the skin’s turnover cycle.

The Blossoming Energy, derived from a 28-year study of flowers is Mamonde’s latest innovation. It is a special active ingredient that helps to boost skin’s energy. Through the observation of flowers throughout their lifecycle; inclusive of changes in colour and temperature, Mamonde has discovered a unique component that helps flowers to bloom and survive longer than its usual lifespan. This component was extracted, tested on skin and has since been developed to become the core ingredient for the Red Energy Recovery Serum, bringing forth properties that boosts skin’s energy and return it to its healthiest state.

Park Shin Hye in Malaysia 2019, in conjunction with Mamonde's Launch of The Red Energy Recovery Serum

Mamonde’s brand ambassador, Park Shin Hye, is returning to Malaysia this June to meet fans of the brand. This will be her second visit to Malaysia as the brand ambassador since her last visit in 2016. During her visit, Park will grace the launch of Mamonde’s latest innovation, the Red Energy Recovery Serum and also celebrate the brand’s new partnership with Watsons Malaysia. Mamonde Malaysia has recently expanded their sales channels to over 50 Watsons Malaysia stores nationwide. The launch of Mamonde into Watsons stores nationwide is in line with Amorepacific’s global partnership with A.S Watsons Group to widen its distribution platform for both online and offline.

Fans of Park Shin Hye and Mamonde are invited to head over to the Centre Court of Mid Valley Megamall on the 21st of June 2019 as she will be making an appearance to officiate the Mamonde Garden In The City event! Mamonde Garden In The City is an event to introduce the new Mamonde Red Energy Recovery Serum and will be held from the 17th to the 23rd of June 2019 with a series of brand experiential activities and special promotions being offered during the 7 day event. Join Mamonde and experience the unique Blossoming Energy™ of the Red Energy Recovery Serum.

Revive Your Skin with Mamonde's Red Energy Recovery Serum

We are on the new era where we are juggling on job(s), hobbies, family, social life and constantly on-the-go. When we are exposed to harsh environments, our stress level rises while at the same time our energy level depletes thereby causing fatigue. Similarly, our skin that is constantly exposed to harsh environments and external pollutants will lose its vitality and become more sensitive over time.

To combat these issues, Mamonde has formulated a brand-new serum containing a special trademarked ingredient that will bring life and energy back to our worn-out skin! The New Mamonde's Red Energy Recovery Serum formulated with Blossoming Energy™ and pomegranate that helps recover and revitalize exhausted skin, bringing it back to its optimal condition.

The Blossoming Energy™ is Mamonde’s latest innovation – a special active ingredient that helps to boost skin’s energy, which is derived from a 28-year study of flowers. Through the observation of flowers throughout their lifecycle; inclusive of changes in colour and temperature, Mamonde has discovered a unique component that helps flowers to bloom and survive longer than its usual lifespan. This component was extracted, tested on skin and has since been developed to become the core ingredient for the Red Energy Recovery Serum, bringing forth properties that boosts skin’s energy and return it to its healthiest condition.

Another key ingredient in the serum derives from the pomegranate blossom and fruit. The pomegranate blossom is also one of the few flowers that do not wither but transform into a fruit after its blossoming period. The pomegranate flower and fruit are known to have a high content of polyphenol and phytoestrogen as well as vitamin B and C. Polyphenol has the ability to protect plants against harsh UV rays, and on human skin provides high anti-oxidant benefits, suppressing the synthesis of reactive oxygen to help recover and revitalize worn-out skin due to external irritants. Flowers and fruits that are red are also said to have higher polyphenol content than fruits and vegetables of other colours.

Mamonde Pang Pang Hair Shadow – A Versatile Makeup Bag Essential

My first thought when I heard about Mamonde Pang Pang Hair Shadow was wow, such a cute name! It made me wondered what it does to my hair and hence when Mamonde Malaysia invited me to the exclusive Mamonde Pang Pang Hair Shadow workshop with other bloggers and KOLs, I did not hesitate to RSVP and turned up early that day.

In Korean, ‘Pang Pang’ is a simple product name that expresses the tapping sound. In fact, it is an innovative product by Mamonde that boasts multiple functions in a miniature product that fits into your pocket.

It is very cute in packaging, measuring approximately 3cm in height and in diameter, and weighing 3.5g, the Pang Pang Hair Shadow features a mirror, a Pang Pang puff and the hair shadow. It is developed as a compact all-in-one solution to give the face a more youthful appearance by focusing on areas that show signs of ageing on your face which includes the hairline, eyebrows and the certain eye areas. Read on to find out more.

Dubbed as one of the most versatile products in the beauty market, the Mamonde Pang Pang Hair Shadow is a lightweight, long wearing tinted powder that can be used in multiple ways to complement a natural, radiant makeup look. By tapping the hair shadow onto hairlines or eyebrows, it fills uneven hairline and can add dimension to sparse eyebrows. You can also use an angled brush and fill in any sparse areas on your eyebrows.

Recharge Your Fatigue Skin with Mamonde’s New Vital Vitamin Skincare Line

Multi-vitamins are known to be essential in maintaining good health of the body, but they are also as important in maintaining the health of our skin. With Mamonde’s new Vital Vitamin skincare line formulated with a 7-vitamin complex, you can now recharge your dull and tired skin! Both the Vital Vitamin Essence and Vital Vitamin Cream is made to help revitalize and provide moisture to the skin so that it glows from deep within.

One of the key ingredients used in the formulation of the Vital Vitamin line includes the Bitter Orange flower that is extracted on the day that they are picked to prevent changes in fragrance and colour. Unlike the sweet orange flowers which are more widely used, the Bitter Orange flowers are known to be more effective because of their shorter blooming period. These flowers are handpicked petal by petal and only 1kg of essential oil is obtained from 1000kg of petals. Other than providing moisturizing and antioxidizing benefits to the skin, these flowers also gives nice deep fragrance. The rest of the ingredients under this skincare line are made up of six different vitamins, all working together to bring tired skin back to life. These vitamins include Vitamin B3 to help brighten the skin, Vitamin B5 to strengthen the skin’s barrier, Vitamin F that provides a smoothening effect for smoother and finer looking skin, Vitamin E to maintain skin elasticity and the very well-known Vitamin C that helps to clear the skin, leaving it looking fresh and pure. An extra special vitamin that is also part of this 7-vitamin complex is Vitamin P that helps to further boost absorption of Vitamin C into the skin.

Mamonde Vital Vitamin line contains two products:

BIG EYE MASCARA: LASHES FOR EVERY OCCASION

Match your gorgeous glowing complexion with Mamonde’s Big Eye Mascaras that enhance your eyes for the classy look or the elegant look. Get those lashes curled up and volumized for up to 24 hours with a Mamonde’s lightweight, formula that will make your lashes the talk of town.

Introducing the newest addition to the Big Eye Mascara range, the Big Eye Waterproof Mascara! This waterproof formula volumizes and curls lashes with a flick of the wrist and maintains up to 95% of the curling effect for 24 hours, ensuring luscious lashes at any time of the day. Enriched with Iris extract to pamper the delicate skin around the eye, this lightweight formula coats each lash from root to tip evenly to keep your lashes looking lush and full.

For those of us who prefer a less dramatic lash, the Big Eye Long and Curl Mascara is ideal. Effortlessly extend and curl your lashes with a sweat, sebum and water-resistant formula that gives you those defined, natural looking lashes that every girl wants. The alternated textures of the wand ensures smooth application of mascara to perfect your “no makeup” makeup look.

Noticed how water rolls off a delicate flower petal? The Big Eye Waterproof Mascara and Big Eye Long and Curl Mascara keep your lashes looking fresh all day long. “Panda eyes” will be a thing of the past with these sweat, sebum and water-resistant formulas that keeps your eyelashes looking bold and fluffy, so you don’t have to worry about your mascara flaking or smudging, anywhere you go.

Achieve a Radiantly Rosy Complexion with Mamonde All Stay Foundation

Achieve a complexion as flawless as the petals on a freshly bloomed Rose with the Mamonde All Stay Foundation! Create a smooth, clear canvas for the rest of your makeup with this weightless, smooth texture with a long-lasting formula that doesn’t crack or crease throughout the day to keep your beauty in bloom.

Mamonde All Stay Foundation provides a light, semi-matte coverage that is perfect for a natural makeup look and stays in place without creasing or fading unevenly. With SPF 25 to protect your skin from the sun’s harmful UV rays during the day and a formula that will last well into the night – it’s the perfect multitasking product for the busy girl-on-the-go. The slim packaging also makes this foundation travel-friendly, unlike conventional foundation bottles which can be bulky and prone to breakage.

With this long-lasting formula, transition from day to night is possible without worrying about
your makeup fading away all thanks to the revolutionary Mamonde Instant Fitting Film formula which fills in any pores or wrinkles on the face, leaving your skin looking soft and supple. This formula contains Mamonde’s exclusive Freeze and Fix powder, which actively absorbs sebum throughout the day, keeping the skin matte and preventing makeup from fading unevenly.

Unlike other foundations on the market, All Stay Foundation doesn’t oxidize once in contact with the skin but instead gives your complexion a brightening effect, so that your skin looks as radiant as a delicate Rose petal. Apply and bask in the fresh rose scent with fresh flora as the top note, rose as the heart note and a musky base note.

New! The Flower Toner Series by Mamonde

Calling all beauty lovers, Mamonde has launched their latest flower toner range. As a beauty care brand that is inspired by flowers, Mamonde has once again bring us the beauty innovations through flowers grown in the Mamonde Garden.

We had visited the Mamonde's Garden in the City here in Mid Valley few days ago. Inspired by the Mamonde Rose Garden Pop Up in Everland, Seoul, Mamonde's Garden in the City at Mid Valley is so beautifully decorated and divided into sessions for us to know more about the new flower toner.

There are FIVE selected flowers used in the formulation on Mamonde's Flower Toner Series, from Rose, Chamomile, Plum Blossom, Buckwheat Honey and Heartleaf Houttuynia. Each of these flower posses unique properties that help in bringing beauty back into bloom.

Let's look into more details of each and every Flower Toner.

Rose Water Toner

Suitable for all skin type, Mamonde Rose Water Toner is infused with 90.97% rose water to provide excellent soothing and moisturizing care for the skin. It absorbs into the skin immediately and soften rough, flaky skin to reveal a clear and vibrant complexion.

Chamomile Toner

Mamonde Go-to-Face Creams: Discover Your Skin’s Perfect Moisturizing Match

Our skin reacts to the environment and weather condition. Harsh weather conditions such as a blazing hot weather, hot and humid tropical weather or freezing cold climates, either way – our skin gets affected.

With Malaysia’s hot and humid weather, our skin perspires and it also causes the T-zone to be oily. Many question the need to incorporate hydration and moisturizing care in their skincare regime when they perspire heavily. The idea of using a moisturizer seems counterintuitive as many concurred that applying a moisturizer would aggravate the skin condition, thus resulting in skin redness, clogged pores and breakouts.

No matter what the weather condition or skin type, experts recommend sticking to a skincare regime that is custom-fit to your skin needs. Hydrating and moisturizing care is important for all skin types but choosing the right one is important.

A blanket recommendation hardly comes in handy, since one’s skin type and needs vary one from another. Mamonde, the flower inspired skincare and beauty brand provides 5 simple steps in helping you discover your skin’s perfect moisturizing match.

Amazing Benefits of The Hibiscus Found in Mamonde's Advanced Moisture Ceramide Range

Blooms majestically in vibrant colours of red, orange, pink and yellow – the Hibiscus flower is not only pleasing to the eyes, but it also has many health benefits when consumed as tea. Numerous health studies conducted have found that consuming hibiscus tea helps in lowering blood pressure, reducing bad cholesterol and it also found to lower body mass index (BMI).

Apart from its health benefits, the flower also has astounding benefits to the skin which include exfoliating, firming and lifting; earning the Hibiscus the nickname ‘Botox Plant’. The Hibiscus is a source of alpha-hydroxy acids (AHAs) which are known to aid in increasing moisture in the skin.

Utilizing the moisturizing substance of the Hibiscus flower, MAMONDE combines Hibiscus Ceramide Plus, an ingredient that provides the skin with a moist skin barrier. The Hibiscus helps to provide hydration to the skin while the high content of ceramide (which was exclusively developed for 20 years) helps to strengthens the overall components of the skin barrier.

The Importance of Ceramide

Our skin is damaged by many external factors such as harmful UV rays, environmental pollution, stimulating chemical products and excessive scrubbing / exfoliating. This causes damage to our skin barrier, which is the outermost layer of our skin. The damage causes our skin to be dull, dry, rough and dehydrated. How our skin barrier functions is crucial because a damaged skin barrier makes it difficult to repair skin troubles such as wrinkles, dry skin and breakouts no matter how diligent you are in your skincare routine. A damaged skin barrier will see improvement with the use of the right product targeted at protecting our skin’s barrier. While many of us would resort to using a moisturiser or nourishing cream to combat dry, dull or dehydrated skin, research has proven that products with high concentration of oil and moisture may help form a protective layer to reduce the skin’s moisture loss but they may not essentially increase the amount of moisture in the skin. The use of ceramide has been widely known to be the most important component making up the skin layer since it accounts for about 50% of the lipid that also functions to supply ample moisture to the skin. It acts as the body’s outermost walls that protect us from the external environment.

A moisturizing range like no other, the Mamonde NEW Advanced Moisture Ceramide Range contains double the moisturizing agent found in Hibiscus to help in retaining moisture inside the skin and its high concentration of ceramide helps build a double layered moisture barrier on the skin surface to help in preventing the skin’s moisture loss. To top it off, its soft and tight texture absorbs easily onto skin and upon application, the skin feels well-moisturized and healthy.

Mamonde MLBB(My Lips but Better) - Fresh Floral Shades for Your Lips

This season of spring/summer, Mamonde invites you to colour your lips with the fresh floral colours of rose, camellia, hibiscus and peony to elevate your mood and celebrate the new season! Introducing MLBB or ‘My Lips but Better’, an extension from the existing Mamonde’s Creamy Tint Colour Balm Intense range that comes with new fresh floral colours.

Also a multifunctional 3-in-1 stick that functions as a lipstick, a lipbalm and a liptint; the MLBB helps to improve the look of your lips by providing the lips with ample moisture and smoothening the appearance of the lines on the lips. Formulated with highly pigmentated matte texture and long-lasting colours, just one glide offers highly blendable velvety texture that enunciates your natural lip color.

The MLBB contains Silicon Elastomer Gel which moisturises and coats the lips to in aid of reducing moisture loss. This ensures dewy-looking lips without the flakiness and dryness while maintaining a creamy and smooth finish. Also formulated with coccoid powder, this intense colour balm ensures a smooth glide over the lips for an easy and natural gradient lip makeup without clumping. To top it off, this advanced, intense colour balm offers highly-pigmented, no-smudge colour and a clean finish once applied on the delicate lip.

The new MLBB comes in 5 floral hues namely No. 21 Red Soul, No. 22 Dandy Coral, No. 23 Brick Rose, No. 24 Nectar Coral and No. 25 Rosy Silk at an affordable price of RM45.

Mamonde Launched @ SEPHORA, Imago Mall Kota Kinabalu

Mamonde, a beauty brand that is inspired by flowers, under Amorepacific Malaysia sets foot in East Malaysia for the first time with an in-store launch at Sephora Imago Mall.

Mamonde debuted in Malaysia 2 years ago with its first counter at AEON 1 Utama, Petaling Jaya. Since then, the brand has established 6 beauty counters in Peninsula Malaysia covering the Klang Valley, Penang and Johor Bahru. Apart from beauty counters, Mamonde products are also carried by Sephora stores in Mid Valley (Kuala Lumpur), 1 Utama (Petaling Jaya), IOI City Mall (Cyberjaya) and Komtar (Johor Bahru). To make its products more accessible to its customers all over Malaysia, Mamonde also collaborated with 11street and Lazada.

“We are excited about the customers’ response in Kota Kinabalu. Though Mamonde products are made available through online stores but it is different from having a physical store. It is a different experience when you can try the texture and smell the scent of the products and it is also an opportunity for customers to see and touch the products for themselves,” said Celine Diong Brand General Manager of Mamonde Malaysia. According to Diong, the brand is looking at expanding beyond just Kota Kinabalu but also to other parts of Sabah as well as in Sarawak.

Customers shopping at Sephora Imago can look forward to Mamonde best-sellers such as the First Energy Essence and Serum, Flower Facial Masks, Skin Fit Masks, Floral Hydro Range, Brightening Cover Powder Cushion as well as other flower-inspired products. Price ranges from RM19 for a piece of Skin Fit Mask to RM129 for the Moisture Ceramide Intense Cream.

5 tips to Cope with The Hot Weather

Earlier this year, Malaysians experienced nice cool weather for over a week. Many loved the unusual cool weather that is experienced more commonly in four season countries while some prefer a warmer climate. However, no one enjoys extreme hot climate with temperature soaring above 35°C.

As we approach April, the temperature seemed to have been rising and this hot climate could last till March/April. During this time of the year, we perspire more, the heat starts to affect our mood and our skin feels burnt when we are outdoors. In a recent news report, the Meteorological Department has warned the public that the level of ultraviolet (UV) radiation is at its extreme high and it could reach up to an index reading of 15 in the afternoon on a clear day. Any reading above 11 is considered as extreme, according to the international standard measurement of the level of UV radiation exposure. Before it takes a toll on you, shield yourself from the strong UV rays and the scorching heat. Get your UV shields ready before you step out and expose yourself to the sun and heat.

What are UV shields? Among some of the common UV shields would include an umbrella, a broad rim hat, ultra-thin jacket with UV protection, UV sleeves, sunglasses, sunblock, and whitening skincare which is ideal for summer and a hot climate such as ours to ensure that skin remains bright and flawless!

Here are 5 tips from Mamonde to help you cope with the hot weather that we are experiencing now:

1. Stay Indoors and Surround Yourself with Flowers

It is best to stay indoors as much as you can to protect yourself from the scorching hot sun. Surround yourself with flowers as flowers are known as a source of happiness and the floral scents lifts the spirit and relaxes you. Magnolia for example is known to have therapeutic properties and very commonly used in Chinese medicine to treat stress. It is perfect to create a relaxing atmosphere at home. But if you have to spend time outdoors then ensure to pack the necessary UV shields with you and also a bottle of mist to hydrate your skin.

2. Drink Cooling Floral Teas to Combat the Heat

Cooling teas are known to combat the summer heat. Most cooling tea infusions are made from dried flowers and leaves such as Chrysanthemum, honeysuckle, lotus leaves and mulberry leaves. Preparation for these cooling teas are easy and can be done at home. To sweeten your tea, just add honey or rock sugar.

3. Infuse your Food with Edible Flowers

The hot weather can take a toll on you with heavy perspiration and the heat certainly does not leave you in a good mood. Edible flowers are therapeutic as they contain nutrients and benefits the body. Rose for example is a popular edible flower. The petals contain about 95 percent water and they also contain vitamin C. Cooking with rose petals also makes you feel good. Bright coloured edible flowers are a good source of antioxidants and they also contain other vitamins and minerals that are essential to the body. Therefore, including edible flowers in your food intake during this hot season is ideal as it helps to replenish lost nutrients and minerals.

4. Shield your Skin with Calendula

The hot weather requires you to shield your skin from UVA and UVB. Use not just any ordinary sunblock but one that has restorative properties. A sunblock that contains Calendula plant extracts offer additional benefits to the skin apart from protecting it from UV. Calendula promotes fast healing from burns and inflammation; and it also has restorative properties that infuse the skin with a youthful glow. If you are outdoors, it is recommended that you reapply the sunscreen every two hours especially when the sun is hottest between 1pm to 4pm.

Mamonde Flower Facial Mask - Flower Treatment with Real Flower Extracts

Acknowledging the flowers potentiality in flourishing beauty inside every woman, Mamonde, the floral inspired skincare and beauty expert continues to uncover the hidden power and energizing nutrients of flowers via its latest Flower Facial Mask Line. Inspired by the distinctive properties of four selected flowers, namely the Rose, Heartleaf Houttuynia, Calendula and Evening Primrose, Mamonde’s NEW Flower Facial Mask Line brings women’s beauty back into bloom through its bouquet of floral goodness offered to the skin.

WASH-OFF TYPE

Rose

A woody perennial, the Rose was first spotted in the Babylonian Kingdom in 2000 B.C, prior to being cultivated by the British and French later in the 16th century. Roses blooms in various shapes and colours, and it is usually extracted to produce rose oils or used as an ingredient in the cosmetics industry. Beautiful and healing, the Rose is loved by many for both its ornamental values and the many benefits it brings to the skin. Not only does the Rose helps calm the mind, its anti-oxidative properties also help boost and refine tired skin for a clear and healthier look.

With such admiration for the Rose, Mamonde has identified three outstanding properties for the formulation of its latest Flower Mask. Introducing Mamonde’s Petal Purifying Bubble Mask, a rose-derived, wash-off mask that offers excellent calming, moisturising and anti-oxidative effect to the skin.

1. Petal Purifying Bubble Mask (100ml, RM85)

The new Petal Purifying Bubble Mask, which is infused with visible rose petals together with green tea and peppermint extracts, helps revitalise stressed skin caused by external environments, bringing dull-looking skin back to life. While green tea is well known for its anti-oxidative property, the peppermint extract in the rose mask, helps maintain adequate moisture on the skin surface.

Looking for a skincare remedy to combat dull, tired looking skin? The Mamonde latest Purifying Bubble Mask is perfect for you as this floral inspired mask instantly boosts skin for a radiant look. When applied, this rose inspired mask immediately forms soft, fluffy and chiffon-like bubbles to purify and give skin a clear complexion.

Suitable for Dry Skin & Dull and Fatigue Skin.