Lavazza Unveils New Nespresso-Compatible Capsules with a Vibrant Pop-Up Shop at MidValley Megamall Malaysia

Calling all coffee lovers, it's time to swing by Malaysia's first-ever Lavazza Pop Up Shop and sip on the freshest flavors in town.

Since 1895, Italian coffee icon Lavazza has been at the forefront of coffee innovation, blending tradition with modernity. Continuing this legacy, Lavazza proudly introduces its newest range of Nespresso-compatible Capsules, offering the signature aroma and taste of its most beloved blends, including Crema E Gusto Classico, ¡Tierra! For Planet, and Qualità Rossa.

3 flavours of Lavazza Unveils New Nespresso-Compatible Capsules:

• Crema E Gusto Classico: Creamy, with notes of dark chocolate and an aftertaste of wood and spices. A good morning starts with… Crema e gusto! The perfect balance between willpower and the joy of little pleasures in the morning.

The Exchange TRX Unveils ‘Beauty Unbound’: A Celebration of Boundless Beauty and Wellness

The Exchange TRX is thrilled to introduce ‘Beauty Unbound’, an extraordinary celebration of beauty and wellness featuring a sophisticated array of beauty offerings, including global firsts and new-to-market brands. From 9 August to 1 September 2024, guests are invited to immerse themselves in exclusive events, wellness activities, and luxurious treatments designed to elevate spirits, inspire confidence, and rejuvenate the body.

“The Beauty Unbound campaign invites everyone to redefine beauty on their terms, embracing both inner and outer radiance," said Jessica Leong, Head of Marketing at The Exchange TRX. "We believe that true beauty transcends the surface. We aim to inspire our guests to discover how beauty blossoms through the art of self-care and positioning The Exchange TRX as the premier destination for beauty enthusiasts by offering a variety of brands, from skincare to hair salons, all under one roof.”

In conjunction with the campaign launch, visitors will be among the first to explore The Exchange TRX’s newest self-care enclave on the ground floor—Beauty Galleria. This luxurious space is home to prestigious brands such as the world’s first brick-and-mortar Guerlain store, Swiss-made luxurious skincare brand La Prairie, renowned Italian fragrance house Acqua di Parma, and more.

Visitors are encouraged to sign up as members by downloading The Exchange TRX mobile app to discover the full Beauty Unbound experience, including promotions and gifts with purchases throughout the campaign period. A wide array of exclusive complimentary experiences by The Exchange TRX’s beauty retailers including:

● Yves Saint Laurent Beauty will host an exclusive makeup workshop, providing guests with the chance to delve into the YSL match and clash theory, and learn how to effortlessly achieve the latest beauty trends under the expert guidance of a National Makeup Artist.

● 3CE Stylenanda invites you to discover your most flattering colour palette through a pre-booked personal colour analysis to elevate your style and enhance your natural beauty.

Feeling Foggy, Distracted, Demotivated? Don't Let Brain Fatigue Hold You Back

Have you ever sat down to start a task at work only to find your mind drawing blanks? No matter how hard you try, do you struggle to focus, experience sluggish thoughts, and have difficulty remembering details? You’re not alone. Brain fatigue is a state of tiredness caused by prolonged periods of cognitive activities stemming from an overload of our mental capacity. It is also important to know that the brain consumes about 20 percent1 of the body’s energy — processing and transmitting information through electrical signals — is very expensive in energy use.

(L-R) Professor Dr Michael Ling, Professor in Neuroscience & Genetics at Universiti Putra Malaysia; Dr Hiroshi Watanabe, Senior Research Director from Suntory Beverage & Food Asia Pacific; Event Host, Zooey Teh; and Nasreen Ma, a Brain Health Coach from Meaningful Activation.

To explore this unexplored phenomenon, BRAND'S® Essence of Chicken recently convened a roundtable of health experts to share insights on brain fatigue. The panellists included Professor Dr Michael Ling, a Neuroscience and Genetics Professor at Universiti Putra Malaysia; Nasreen Ma, a Brain Health Coach from Meaningful Activation; and Dr Hiroshi Watanabe, Senior Research Director from Suntory Beverage & Food Asia Pacific.

Brain Drain Explained - Scientific Insights into Mental Exhaustion

While brain fatigue is often dismissed or confused with regular everyday tiredness, it is an actual condition with a scientific basis that can escalate over time if not appropriately managed, leading to more severe and chronic fatigue syndromes.

(L-R) Lim Wei Jian, Assistant Brand Manager, Suntory Beverage & Food Malaysia; Professor Dr Michael Ling, Professor in Neuroscience & Genetics at Universiti Putra Malaysia; Dr Hiroshi Watanabe, Senior Research Director from Suntory Beverage & Food Asia Pacific; Event Host, Zooey Teh; Eunice Kow, Head of Marketing ​​of Suntory Beverage and Food Malaysia Nasreen Ma, a Brain Health Coach from Meaningful Activation.

According to Professor Dr Michael Ling, Professor in Neuroscience & Genetics at Universiti Putra Malaysia, brain fatigue is a complex condition still being researched despite scientists studying the topic for decades. "Understanding the mechanisms and effects of brain fatigue can help us better manage our mental energy and productivity. Mental overload over a prolonged period2 leads to a sensation of tiredness known as brain fatigue, which comes with associated symptoms. This is linked to the buildup of the neurotransmitter glutamate3 in the prefrontal cortex. In simpler terms, it's like being in a noisy, crowded room where you can't hear anyone."

Fuel Your Focus - Managing Brain Fatigue Through Wellness Practices

Ignoring fatigue has consequences—reduced work performance, disruption to personal life. Those with brain fatigue can manage it better with lifestyle changes and good nutrition.

Nasreen Ma, a Brain Health Coach from Meaningful Activation, commented that overcoming brain fatigue requires more than a cup of coffee. “Malaysians wear multiple hats at work and in our personal lives, which are very fast-paced and stressful - Malaysia is ranked 47th out of 60 nations according to the Global Life-Work Balance Index, making us more prone to brain fatigue. Understanding brain fatigue is the first step to managing our brain health. A balanced lifestyle includes prioritising sleep, exercise on top of slower specific coordinated movements, mindfulness, strengthening spiritual and social connections, reducing screen time, proper diet, and practising relaxation techniques such as deep breathing or yoga are keys to reclaiming your mental energy and living a revitalised, productive life.”

SKINMADE Introduces Tinted Sunscreen with Skin Rejuvenation Benefits

SKINMADE, a proudly Malaysian-owned skincare brand known for its innovation and scientifically proven formulas that deliver remarkable skin improvements, introduces Skin Boost Broad-Spectrum + Blue Light Sunscreen SPF 50+ PA++++ – a tinted hybrid sunscreen developed to meet your daily skin protection needs and rejuvenation. It ensures Broad-Spectrum defense against harmful sun rays, including ultra long UVA, UVB and High Energy Visible Light (blue light).

Cutting-edge Technology Enhances Skin Radiance

The primary benefits of this innovative product include providing powerful protection against sun radiation; boosting skin oxygenation, luminosity and glow; and improving long-term skin health.

The ultimate fusion of sun protection and skin rejuvenation, it is formulated with patented Multimineral Active Bio-Energizer. This innovative formula works to boost skin oxygenation and curb scavenging free radicals as it supercharges skin cells and provides protection against oxidative stress, glycation and pollution. The skin is rejuvenated to reveal a healthy, radiant complexion. Say goodbye to dull skin and hello to a revitalised, youthful glow!

SKINMADE has also taken it a step further by incorporating a cutting-edge technology: the Smart Drone Light-Activated Complex. Harnessing the power of visible light, this intelligent complex is activated when sunlight hits the skin and transforms it into cellular energy, stimulating collagen production and improve uneven skin tones, leaving your skin youthful, brighter, radiant and more luminous.

Studies have shown a 33% increase in luminosity and a 55% more radiant effect is achieved in just four weeks. With every application, the skin undergoes a transformation by becoming more resilient and radiant.

Tim Hortons® Restaurant Open in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

The very first Tim Hortons® restaurant is set to open in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, on August 15, 2024, at IOI City Mall at 4p.m with a second outlet launching at Sunway Velocity just two days later. This marks a significant milestone in the brand’s global expansion, with ambitious store opening plans in the next 10 years.

Established in 1964, Tim Hortons® celebrates its passion and expertise for coffee for over six decades. The brand takes pride in ensuring top-notch quality from bean to cup. With premium Arabica beans that are 100% responsibly sourced from coffee farmers across Africa, Asia Pacific, and Latin America, Tim Hortons® Master Blenders and Roaster Masters craft and roast each batch to perfection. At Tims, ‘Always Fresh’ isn’t just a saying; it’s a way of life. Their coffee pairing food and baked goods are freshly prepared and made to order, ensuring high-quality, great-tasting food and beverages for their guests.

Menu Highlights: Malaysia Special!

The Malaysian Tim Hortons® menu will feature an exciting array of premium beverages, including fan favourite French Vanilla, a Maple Cinnamon Latte, and experience exclusive Malaysia-only Iced Capp® local flavours like Butterscotch Ondeh Ondeh, and Teh Tarik Tribute.

The food menu offers irresistible iconic Maple Chicken Deli Cheese Melts and local exclusive Sambal Chicken Melts and Pasta Bakes such as the Truffle & Smoked Chicken Carbonara, Pesto Cream Chicken & Mozzarella Pasta, and Beef Ragu Bolognese Pasta.

For those with a sweet tooth, fresh pastries are available, including global best-sellers like Maple Dip Donuts, Boston Cream Donuts and Cinnamon Sugar Timbits. They also feature Malaysia-exclusive treats including Pineapple Filled Donuts, Kaya Filled Donuts as well as Kaya Filled Timbits.

NERF Reveals Revolutionary N SERIES Line

NERF is unleashing the next evolution in foam dart blasting with NERF N SERIES blasters and N1 darts, delivering EXTREME ACCURACY, SPEED and DISTANCE. Hitting stores this month, the NERF N SERIES collection will debut with the following blasters, INFINITE, PINPOINT, AGILITY, WARD and GEAR UP PACK, along with the N1 DARTS.

N SERIES gives players the edge to dominate NERF battles with blasters and darts that are faster and more accurate compared to NERF ELITE 2.0, taking the game to the highest level. Play is a fundamental right; it builds resilience, instils confidence and helps children develop. With roots as an active play brand since it first debuted 55 years ago, NERF continues to celebrate the power of play.

NERF N SERIES INFINITE (MYR 199.90)
(HASBRO/Ages 8 years & up / Available at most major retailers starting July 2024)
*Pricing may differ at retail channels depending on promotions. 

The NERF brand levels up your game with high-performance NERF N SERIES dart blasters and NERF N1 darts! You have the skills as a NERF battler, now you have the blaster and darts to gain a superior edge in indoor and outdoor play. From the creators of the foam dart, the NERF brand unleashes the next evolution in foam dart blasting with NERF N SERIES N1 darts, delivering EXTREME ACCURACY, SPEED, and DISTANCE! The NERF N SERIES INFINITE dart blaster features an innovative battle belt that lets you reload darts quickly and easily as you play! No more stopping the game to reload! And the removable belt has a big 40-dart capacity to swamp the field with darts. The pump-action Infinite blaster includes 80 NERF N1 foam darts and has onboard 16-dart storage. To play, load darts into the belt, pump the priming slide back and forth, and pull the trigger to fire a dart. NERF N SERIES blasters are compatible only with NERF N SERIES N1 darts. Eyewear recommended (not included).


NERF N SERIES PINPOINT (MYR 109.90)