Launch of Soapful @Sunway Resort Hotel & Spa

 Good day to dear reader and visitor, it's been raining these few days. How are you doing? Yesterday, I attended the launch of Soapful at Sunway Resort Hotel & Spa. Everyone has got a busy lifestyle, and do you remembered the last time you stayed at the hotel? Do you bring back the soap that you have used in the hotel room? Usually we left behind the used soap in the hotel room, imagine how many used soaps are left in the hotels and where do the end up, read on to find out. While most hotel soaps - used once or twice - usually end up in landfills.

Sunway Hotels & Resorts has now found a more sustainable way to repurpose used soaps to help communities in need. Yesterday, the hospitality group presented 1,000 bars of repurposed soap to Pertubuhan Kebajikan Anak Yatim Darul Ehsan Malaysia (PKAYDEM), under Yayasan Islam Darul Ehsan (YIDE), to kick start the home's social enterprise project. The Soapful project is a collaboration with various project partners - Ecolab Sdn Bhd, Kinder Soaps Sdn Bhd and the Selangor Youth Community (SAY).

Station 1: Hand Washing Procedure

 At the launch there were set up of demonstration on proper hand washing procedure by Ecolab and experience the method of soap repurposing with Kinder Soaps, together with His Highness Tengku Amir Shah Ibni Sultan Shurafuddin Idris Shah Alhaj, The Crown Prince of Selangor and children from PKAYDEM.

Ecolab demonstarted the proper hand washing procedures during the event, which is an important step before starting the soap making process to ensure no bacteria is passed on, making it safe for personal use. Kinder Soaps Founder, Michelle Ho, then taught PKAYDEM's children the five-step soap repurposing in station set within the hotel. The five-step process involves grating, mashing, melting, molding, cutting and packaging.

Station 1: Hand Washing Procedure
Station 2: Grating the used soap bars in smaller & finer pieces
Station 3: Grated soap is mixed with water and mashed together to form a thick mass
Station 4: Mixture is melted / heated to remove excess water
Station 5: Molding
Station 6: Cutting and Packaging

The repurposed soaps were made from some 100 kgs of leftover soaps from Sunway Hotels & Resort's located in Sunway City - Sunway Resort Hotel & Spa, Sunway Pyramid Hotel and Sunway Clio Hotel, which were collected since July this year. This is good as not only cut down the waste but go green recycle. In this year, this project will include the other five (5) hotels nationwide namely Sunway Putra Hotel, Sunway Velocity Hotel, Sunway Hotel Georgetown, Sunway Hotel Seberng Jaya and The Banjaran Hotsprings Retreat.

DYTM Raja Muda Selangor Tengku Amir Shah having a go at grating soap together with the children, while Kinder Soap founder, Michelle Ho looks on

DYTM Raja Muda Selangor Tengku Amir Shah (R) at the hand hygiene station while Sunway Hotels & Resorts’ Regional Senior General Manager, Kelly Leong looks on

Ecolab will facilitate the collection of used soaps bars from the hotels, which are then delivered to Kinder Soaps' processing lab to be repurposed into new bars of soap, following stringent standard operating procedures that adhere to safety and environment standards. Kinder Soaps will also be teaching and guiding selected homes on the processes of repurposing used soaps. At the end of the year one-year project, the aim is for the home to be able to produce their own repurposed soaps for personal use and to be sold as part of their social enterprise programmes at charity sales, community markets and other social platforms.

Station 3: Grated soap is mixed wit water and mashed together to form a thick mass

Station 4: Mixture is melted / heated to remove excess water.

Station 5: Molding

Repurposed Hand Soap for all skin types

Sunway Hotels & Resorts will then be working with a new beneficiary selected by SAY. SAY is a long-term partner in this project who will continue to identify the subsequent beneficiaries of this project based on its capacity and to be included as part of their social enterprise programme.

Sunway Group President Office Executive Vice President Evan Cheah, DYTM Raja Muda Selangor Tengku Amir Shah, Sunway Hotels & Resorts Regional Senior General Manager Kelly Leong, Ecolab Malaysia and Singapore Managing Director Ong Kian Tick; and Kinder Soap Founder Anita Ho at the presentation of 1,000 soap bars to PKAYDEM

#SunwayForGood #SunwaySoapful project was conceptualised to deliver benefits to the enivronment, society, and the economy in alignment with the hospitality group's commitment to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) which aims to drive sustainable progress that leaves no one behind.

The community programme are in line with Sunway's pledge to create a positive and far-reaching impact on the nation under the banner of #SunwayForGood , aligned with Sunway's commitment to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals.

It's indeed a day well spend as I get to attend the launch of Soapful, if you like to view more photo can visit my Facebook's album.

Commtiva Technology Announces Exclusive Partnership with SHARP to Launch SHARP Mobile in Malaysia

(from the left) Jack Tan, Commtiva Technology, Mr. Iwaki Junichi, General Manager, Head of Strategic Alliance Sales Department, SHARP Mobile, James Lowerance, Sales Director, Malaysia

It's my first time to know that there's Sharp smartphone, how about you? Commtiva Technology, a leading distributor that specializes in wireless communications products, today announces its strategic partnership with SHARP, leader in technology and innovation for 100 years, to launch SHARP Mobile in Malaysia. The company is also introducing two new mid-tier smartphones – SHARP Z2 and SHARP M1 – in Malaysia for the first time.

At the event, we saw the unveiling of SHARP Brand Ambassador by RoBoHon, click to view.

“Southeast Asia has a large population with a high percentage of smartphone ownership. We discovered that there is a lot of diversity in user preference among smartphone users in the region, but interestingly, the needs of budget-conscious users have yet to be fully met,” said James Lowerence, Sales Director, Commtiva Technology. “Our partnership with SHARP is a natural alliance given our aligned visions towards catering to our customers’ individual needs. We want to provide this particular market with smartphones that showcase SHARP Mobile’s advanced flagship technology and unique features, yet packaged at a mid-tier price point.”


The Burgeoning Smartphone Market in Malaysia
In the second quarter of 2016, total smartphone shipments in the Southeast Asian region reached almost 28 million units1. At the same time, Malaysia is ranked 9th in the world for the highest smartphone penetration2. Amongst Malaysian smartphone users, 34% of the population play games and 43% watch videos on their smartphones3.


SHARP Z2 Redefines Work-Life Balance
The SHARP Z2 is a 2.3GHz deca-core smartphone, powered by MediaTek’s Helio X20 flagship processor with Tri-Cluster™ CPU architecture. This 5.5-inch powerhouse promises the highest performance, and up to 30% less power consumption for users to enjoy efficient and fuss-free toggling between work and games.

Its fast-charge technology allows the 3,000mAh battery to be charged up to 50 per cent4 in 30 minutes to maximize productivity.

Additionally, users can photograph fast moving objects swiftly and capture the perfect moment with its 16-megapixel Phase Detection Auto Focus Single lens.

SHARP M1 Transforms How We Snap Selfies
Express yourself with ‘selfies’ using SHARP M1’s high-resolution 13-megapixel front and rear camera. It comes with an in-built back illuminated sensor, which enables photos taken at night to be just as sharp as those captured in normal lighting environments.

The SHARP M1 is elegantly designed with Japan DNA ID Design and features curved 3D Corning® Gorilla® glass for greater reflection of lights and shadows to enable users to capture perfect ‘selfie’ moments.


SHARP Mobile Brand on Facebook and Instagram
To further connect with fans, Commtiva Technology will be launching its official SHARP Mobile Malaysia Facebook Page (www.facebook.com/SharpMobileMY) and @sharpmobile.my Instagram account today.


Commtiva Technology will also be running a Facebook contest in November, where SHARP Mobile followers can stand a chance to win a SHARP M1 smartphone. Keep a look out for details about the contest on the SHARP Mobile Malaysia Facebook Page.

(from the left) Jerry Ang, Product Manager, Singapore, Kathleen Goy, Head of Marketing, Singapore, James Lowerance, Sales Director, Malaysia

Some photos taken at the event, you can click the link to view it. 

Availability and Pricing
The SHARP Z2 comes in two colors – Gold and Silver, and retails at RM1,199.

The SHARP M1 is available in Hanayome White and Pure Pink, and retails at RM899.

Commtiva Technology will also have a special bundle accessory for both the SHARP Z2 and SHARP M1 which includes tempered glass screen protector and cover for the price of RM69.

Both products will be available from early November 2016 at all stores, and selected authorized resellers. Please visit www.sharpmobile.com.my for a full stores listing. Commtiva Technology and SHARP will be committed to providing their Malaysian customers satisfactory aftersales service. Please visit www.sharpmobile.com.my/support for more details.

Naruko a beauty date with NiuEr Guru

photo credit to Naruko Malaysia

Last Sunday I have a morning date with NiuEr Guru, its an exclusive invitation by Watsons Malaysia. I get to meet up with NiuEr Guru, he's well known in Taiwan on skincare products. I have been watching his show related to skincare on TV for long time glad to finally see him.

photo credit to Watsons Malaysia

Thank you Watsons Malaysia for the Naruko Beauty Workshop, you can find the Naruko products exclusively at Watsons stores, you can shop online Watsons too click on the link to shop.

You can watch above youtube video for Naruko Jingseng series by NiuEr Guru, can you believe that he's 49 years old.

one of the best selling range of Naruko skincare

The above Jingseng series restore youth & revitalize skin, remove dullness & rejunevate skin. You can also find Naruko Raw Job Tear series, Tea Tree series available.

So happy I get to meet and have a photo session with NiuEr Gru at the end session of the beauty date, special thanks to Kylie for taking this photo.

photo credit to Naruko Malaysia

One of the volunteer on the beauty date, he's all the way from Johor Bharu, the event was held at Sunway Resort Hotel & Spa at Level 15.

photo above credit to Naruko Malaysia

Just three steps skincare use on the volunteer and he's skin is smooth and we can see the difference. NiuEr Guru explains of the skincare products and also show the result of the cotton which used on the volunteer's face. Using cotton with the toner truly can show you the difference, other than that the cotton for essence can be use as mask too just need to split it into few times.

One of the attendee feeling the skin of the volunteer

The volunteer is his early 20s, he's also a beauty fan of NiuEr Guru.

happy volunteer with NiuEr Guru, you can see he's happy with the results too

Amazing just three steps of skincare Naruko Jing Seng used and we can see his skin difference. I have snap some photos here, which you can click to view.

Another volunteer which NiuEe Guru shows after result of using the skincare of Naruko Jing Cheng

photo credit to Watsons Malaysia

Beauty bloggers on the beauty date trying out the range of Naruko Jing Cheng products, you can find this range available exclusively at Watsons Malaysia.

Naruko Jing Cheng 60 Active Ultimate Moisturizer 120ml 

I find the products of Naruko Jing Cheng nice and absorb quickly not only that, they smell good too.
If you like to know more about the skincare range of Naruko Malaysia, you can visit Watsons Malaysia or online shopping store Watsons Malaysia as mentioned above.

Naruko Raw Job's Tears 30ml

UP-CLOSE AND PERSONAL WITH THE MASTERMIND OF LUMIAIR!

I attended the LumiAir's Behind-the-Scenes Session Today!‏

(L-R) Anthony Ikin, Choreographer of LumiAir; Sean Choo Shyang Lin, General Manager of Sunway Lagoon; Mr. HC Chan, CEO of Sunway Shopping Malls and Theme Parks; Susan Porrett, Director and Producer of LumiAir; and Emily Rowles, Lead Cast of LumiAir welcome everyone of all ages to enjoy LumiAir – A Cirque Extraordinaire!

The LumiAir's Behind-the-Scenes held at Sunway Resort Hotel. 

This year-end, Sunway Lagoon has a treat for just about everyone, family and friends, when its Amphitheatre will come alive with the much anticipated LumiAir – A Cirque Extraordinaire.
Held for the first time in Malaysia, the production is a must-attend show which features something for everyone including grand cirque style sequences using big apparatus for spectacular tricks in the air and drama with breathtaking acrobatic ballet scenes that touch the soul. The show is also set to captivate audience with scenes featuring lighting and magical illusions and intertwined with humourous breaks by the performers, all set to make an unforgettable experience for everyone.

 (L-R) Susan Porrett, Director and Producer of LumiAir and Anthony Ikin, Choreographer of LumiAir sharing some exciting highlights of LumiAir – A Cirque Extraordinaire.

The partnership between Sunway Lagoon and LumiAir comes at no better time, commemorating Sunway Group’s 40th anniversary, Watching behind-the-scenes today, I want to see more of the LumiAir. Check out my 15 seconds instagram video to view the video clip, you'll love it.

Above is Anthony Ikin in action, watch him in action video 1, and video 2.

Above is Emily Rowles in action, wanna see more of her? click video 2 link above.

LumiAir – Cirque Extraordinaire is produced by Susan Porett, who carries with her 20 years of experience in all forms of live shows and theatre entertainment. Her incredible knowledge of the industry comes from years of travelling the world as both performer and producer.

Choreographing the entire production is current World Aerobics champion, Anthony Ikin, whose extensive experience ranges from soloist at Paris’ Moulin Rouge, to being a choreographic consultant for Gymnastics Australia. For LumiAir, Anthony will combine his expertise with Daniella Winter, a past choreographer for Australia’s Got Talent to truly make for a spectacular performance.

A lovely photo of me and Emily Rowles

LumiAir will run every Tuesday to Sunday from 29 November to 24 December at 7.30pm. Ticket prices for LumiAir are available starting from RM90* for children and RM110* for adults. Book your tickets now at www.airasiaredtix.com. *Ticket prices are inclusive of snack and bottled water
Also, in conjunction with the show, Sunway Pals, a loyalty programme that rewards customers with loyalty points every time they spend at Sunway’s business entities and participating merchants, is giving you a chance to win cash and LumiAir tickets.

In line with its ‘Sign Up & Win RM10,000 Weekly’ campaign from 27 October to 23 November, you can bring home RM10,000 cash or two LumiAir tickets each when you sign up as a member at Sunway Pals Membership Counter (Ground Floor, Sunway Pyramid) by answering two simple questions and spending a minimum of RM30 at any of Sunway Pyramid’s 280 participating merchants or Sunway business entities within Sunway Resort City. Find out more at www.sunwaypals.com.my.

For more information, kindly contact Sunway Lagoon at +603-5639 0000 or log on to Sunway Lagoon’s website at www.sunwaylagoon.com or its Facebook page at www.facebook.com/SunwayLagoonMalaysia.