These Product Help To Prevent My Acne: SPRIN-KLES Refreshing pH Balancing Face Toner & Mist!

Something interesting just pops on my Insta Story, and I asked my friend who invented the product, what it is? It turns out to be a pH skincare product, and it's my first time to discover about Acidic Ionized Water. Thank you, Iqaa Lee, for the opportunity, and if you want to see the before and after picture, please continue reading this blog post!

pH is a scale of measure from 1 to 14 that tells you how acidic a product is. A neutral pH is 7. Anything lower than 7 is considered acidic while anything higher than 7 is considered alkaline or basic. Your skin is actually naturally more on the acidic side with a pH of 4.2 to 5.6, and remains at this pH to defend itself from bad bacteria, which can multiply in more alkaline conditions. - The Klog, 2017.

pH level is something that I adore learning while I was in high school, it's good to know if the product is too acidic or alkaline for you. I have used this one pH face wash brand before, and it was too drying for me which makes me a little bit sceptical about trying out more of the product based on pH level. But, let just dig in and see the differences.

WHAT ARE SPRIN-KLES REFRESHING PH BALANCING TONER & MIST?

• SPRIN-KLES Refreshing pH Balancing Face Mist
• pH 6.0
• Helps to balance your skin pH level
• Brightens up your skin for quick beauty tune-up
• Great touch-up for puffy eyes
• Keep your skin hydrated
• Makes your skin feel refreshing

• SPRIN-KLES Refreshing pH Balancing Toner

• pH 2.5
• Helps to balance your skin pH
• Helps to tighten up your skin
• Makes your skin feels smooth
• Helps to prevent acne

• Benefits of Acidic Ionized Water
• Control the growth of acne-causing by bacteria
• Helps to slow down the signs of ageing, wrinkles and saggy skin
  

INGREDIENT OR INGREDIENTS?

Both of this product only have Acidic Ionized Water with pH level. It is a minimalist ingredient and easy for me to focus more on telling more about it. The product is produced by machine from Japan technology known as Enagic Japan (2568965), and the process of manufacturing the water is called electrolysis.

HOW TO USE THE TONER & MIST?

• SPRIN-KLES Refreshing pH Balancing Face Mist
• Use as a face mist throughout the day.

• SPRIN-KLES Refreshing pH Balancing Toner
• Use day & night after cleansing your skin
• Pour onto a cotton pad
• Softly pat it into your acne skin
• Or you can leave it around 5-10 minutes
• You can use it twice, three times a week OR every day on acne area only.
  
• How to store the products
• Acidic Ionized Water is sensitive to sun or air, she used a dark bottle to prevent the water from exposed, so the product still saves the functions.
  

DO I LIKE IT? WOULD I REPURCHASE IT?

My initial thoughts are I don't put any much high hopes about the products since my acne (due to stress or maybe menstrual) wasn't budging at all. At first, I can feel a bit of burning sensation on my skin, just during the first time of using the product.

But, after a few days, I can see my acne just shrink out one by one. Honestly, I used the toner more than mist, and I put it all over my face. I know I wasn't supposed to that, but that way works for me just because there is acne all over my skin, either tiny bumps or scars or new acne just want to pop out. So, just pat it on your acne area yea!

I cannot deny that the toner works best for me, but I also follow up by moisturising it up since my skin is getting quite tight after using the toner. When there is no acne, I won't be using it since there is no enemy on my skin aka acne.

The mist is okay for me, it does freshen up my skin and it useful when I was feeling sleepy while doing some works. Honestly, I saw more changes in my skin while using the toner. 

If you smell both of the products, the toner is quite dense rather than the mist one which just smells like plain water. Although both of them have different pH level, they have the same functions - to disinfect your skin and balance my skin pH level. I heard it's important to check the pH level in your skincare because if it's too acidic or too alkaline, it may be one the cause to your breakouts. 

So, the final verdict - Yes, I would like to repurchase the toner again because I can see tremendous changes. Mist? Just a maybe, depends on how diligent I am to bring around in my bag.

Before photos on the upper side.

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🛒 SPRIN-KLES Refreshing pH Balancing Face Toner - 

RM14 (100 ML /3.4 fl oz)

🛒 SPRIN-KLES Refreshing pH Balancing Face Mist - 

RM14 (100 ML /3.4 fl oz)

COMBO SET PRICE - RM26

*Promotion price will be changed after a particular time. 

Click here to purchase the product, don't forget to say that you came from my blog 'Curitan Aqalili'! 

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I get both of the products from the owner of PLAINBEAUTY.MY and 

I personally trying it out myself which makes the review is 100% my personal opinion. So, make sure to check the ingredients or consult before purchase to avoid any mishap. 😉 

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Places To Stay: Noordin Mews, Pulau Pinang!

What you always look out when you are in Penang? Food am I right? Well, let's get a bit far and talk about heritage. A heritage hotel to be exact.

Got the opportunity to sit at one of the room, Mews Room.

I lost count how many times I visit Penang, it could be more than 6 times or less than that (obviously more). I love Malaysia, food is the best especially after two weeks discovering other countries. Nothing beat a place called home.

But, usually, when I visit the island, it's either a day trip from Kedah or from the other north side. We aren't bothered about accommodation because it will be around 6-hour drive to Selangor (if you are not visiting during the peak season).

So, here I am, a local girl stayed at Noordin Mews, an intimate 1920s Peranakan shophouse turned hotel for one night. 

1. The Mews Room

They have THREE types of room -  Noordin Suite, Sultan Suite and the Mews Room. It's different in terms of size, how many people can fit in, the structure of the room and of course, prices.

For me, the room that I get to stay in is the basic one - 350 square feet, with one king-size bed and 1 single day bed (upstairs and downstairs choices). It was a huge room that can fit three people instead of one only so you can imagine I'm 'quite' a scaredy cat sleeping in that vast room. 

But, it does remind me of home because my parent's house has the same tiles as they designed, antique but sturdy wood furniture and basic necessities that every traveller need. 

King Size Bed

The toilet is clean, and they provide two towels.

I think it's not your regular shampoo, conditioner and body wash.

Free facilities that they provide, the best part is they have two big water bottle that I can just refill to my own bottle.

Wood closet with a couple of hangers.

2. Keep Swimming

Noordin Mews keep on surprising me behind the unexpected small building that I saw from the front. I cannot believe they have a swimming pool (pardon me, I don't do research before I went there). 

The best part is it open until 10pm so you can cool off your body after exploring Georgetown's streets! Other recreational facilities that you need to take note are a common room, a wide selection of board games and in-room foot and body massage (upon request).

Because I went there for work, I didn't go for swimming (but I brought my swimming clothes #alwaysprepared) instead... we (media friends) make use of the common room! It was 12am, we munched on McDonald's while talking and sharing stories there. But, please keep your voice down because we were told by a guest that our voice is too loud and they wanted to rest, yikes!

The swimming pool where you can socialise with other guests!

Beautiful design restaurant

3. Fulfilling Lunch & Breakfast

Just located beside the pool, spot an area of breakfast and lunch there. For lunch, it was more like Baba Nyonya style food, and it comes with a full course to dessert, loves every single of the food and it's delicious! 

As for breakfast, they have Nasi Lemak and western style breakfast. So, of course, with all the Malay food that I ate last few weeks, I need a step away from coconut milk food. We have bacon, eggs, some salad and as a whole English breakfast style.

By the way, breakfast is complimentary, it was fresh made-to-order, and you can personalise the service catered to you!

Check out the time for breakfast, snacking and lunch!

Kuih muih Baba Nyonya

Excellent breakfast, fulfilling and delicious!

Full collection on the breakfast table.

4. Quite a Work-Friendly Hotel

What I meant by quite, is in the room they don't have like a specific table for work but the day bed works for me as I like to lie down while doing some tasks. There are also lot's of plug for me to charge my camera batteries and laptops (yes I bring two laptops just in case). They also provide printing and notebook services, I never had the opportunities to used it so let me know once you tried the facilities! 

This is the day bed that I did my work.

5. Friendly Staff and Good Services

I mean, it doesn't matter if they knew me as a media or not, service must be equally good to all the guests. So far, I did check the review first, and they received a lot of positive reviews. I, myself, experienced it.

They send our luggage to each of our room since the hotel only has stairs to go upstairs it was really convenient. But, during the checkout, I just brought in down - no big deal since I just have a backpack and tote bag. The staff is amiable, and they served everything with a smile, all I need to do is to smile back. 

Get back at night after socialise and come back home to this!

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Overall, will I recommend this hotel to other people? Well, yes if you are on your honeymoon and plan to stay in the heritage hotel more than discovering outside of the Penang. The only downside for me is the portrait that they hang inside the room, it's not like I experienced any haunted agenda, it just makes me a bit uncomfortable, but I understand and appreciate the concept.

Rating for Noordin Mews
(out of 5)
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Book Your Stay at Noordin Mews HERE

Love the furniture! 

You won't believe the vast space from looking at the front door, so don't judge a book by its cover!

DISCLAIMER:

The whole familiarisation trip was sponsored under the company that

I worked with. Either sponsor or not, the write-up will be 100% my personal opinion. 
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Creating A Subtle Unicorn Makeup Look with Althea Products with Honest Review!

If you see my blog post, I'm all about bare face but sometimes, I need to wear makeup when going to functions, for me, it's required. Well, thank god with the overflowing makeup tutorial on YouTube on Instagram I kind of pick up some skills from there 😉

Do I manage to create a subtle unicorn look?

The full collections of Alhea Makeup!

It was not surprising news that Althea comes out with more products in 2019, but I was more shocked by how much they released at one time. The price is incredible, and I'm pretty sure it works well too! Almost completed the makeup regime, who knows if they are coming with foundation or compact foundation soon*clear throat*. Let's get into 5 new products with some tutorial on board!

1. SKIN RELIEF SPOT FILM GEL

If you heard about peel-off primer, the concept is similar to this product. The difference is, this is for acne treatment, and they are not claiming this as a primer. So, all you need to do is take just a little bit of the gel, swipe it thinly and wait for it to dry. I used a primer before I put the gel, for me that's the way that I'm comfortable with.

Pros: Protect your acne from makeup! 

Cons: It's delicate, easy to peel off if you don't be gentle, or maybe I'm just too rough.

KEY INGREDIENTS: Tea tree oil, Centella Asiatica extract, pine leaf extract.

PRODUCT DETAILS: 15ML for RM19.00

BUY HERE: Althea Skin Relief Spot Film Gel [Click here to get 20% off your first order at Althea] *Althea always backed by a 30-day unconditional returns policy.

I also put this one before sleeping! Image: Aqalili Azizan

Gel treatment - slightly cooling and protect your acne from makeup.

2. FLAWLESS CREAMY CONCEALER

Four colour choices of concealer range from light to medium [#01 Vanilla, #02 Ginger, #03 Honey, #04 Mocha], the concealer texture description hold onto their name - creamy. Plus, it is buildable, and with the Aquaxyl, the concealer will moisturise your skin cover your panda eyes! I used number #03, and I followed this tip from Wayne Gross that taught what you blend, extends.

Pros: You can see the differences with one swipe, hydrate and doesn't feel heavy.

Cons: Hopefully, they will come out with a wide range of colour like Fenty Beauty!

KEY INGREDIENTS: Aquaxyl

PRODUCT DETAILS: 6G for RM15.00

BUY HERE: Althea Flawless Creamy Concealer [Click here to get 20% off your first order at Althea] *Althea always backed by a 30-day unconditional returns policy.

4 colour to choose from.

From light to medium dark, Althea got you cover.

3. EYE PALETTE SUNRISE & MOONRISE BCL X ALTHEA

Come through another Indonesian collaboration, come through! A second collaboration is with Bunga Citra Lestari and I love the colour range - shock 8 shades include shimmers, mattes and glitters and this eye palette caters from daytime to sultry night time. For eyeshadow choices, please look at a video tutorial below!

Pros: Pigmented except for the mattes one, have a mirror, pocketable size which makes it easy to bring to travel.

Cons: It could be a bit pricey for some people. 

KEY INGREDIENTS: Finely milled pigments

PRODUCT DETAILS: 15.5G for RM140.00

BUY HERE: Eye Palette Sunrise & Moonrise BCL X ALTHEA [Click here to get 20% off your first order at Althea] *Althea always backed by a 30-day unconditional returns policy.

Black and pink palette design

Would you buy the palette?

All you need is just one swipe.

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Eventhough it wasn’t stated as multipurpose products, I would make the best out of it! What do you think? 🤔 . Product used (in order) 💄@altheakorea Skin Relief Spot Film Gel 💄@catrice.cosmetics Catrice Slim Matic Ultra Precise Brow Pencil Waterproof (020 Medium) 💄@colourpopcosmetics No Filter Matte Foundation (115 Medium Dark) 💄@altheakorea Flawless Creamy Concealer (#03 Honey) 💄@altheakorea Petal Velvet Powder (#Pink Lavender) 💄@altheakorea Eye Palette Sunrise & Moonrise BCL X ALTHEA 💄@altheakorea Watercolour Cream Tint (#04 Marron Cream) 💄@altheakorea Spotlight Eye Glitter (#02 Pink Light) 💄@aritaum_official IDOL Real Lash Fixer . Music by @ariannajonae - Drank It Up via @hellothematic . #AltheaKorea #AltheaAngels #AltheaMakeUp #CuritanAqalili #1minutemakeup

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4. SPOTLIGHT EYE GLITTER 

To be honest, I'm not a big fan of glitter, but I do know that this is a multi-purpose product! You can use this as an eyeshadow or a liner to get the Aegyosal or just make your eyes bigger. With two colours (#01 Gold Light and #02 Pink Light) there is something for you to just add more bling onto your eye area or just using it as a highlighter!

I used the pink light because the theme is more like unicorn-pink-purplish. Well, I just hope that I nailed it.

Pros: Easy to blend.

Cons: A bit watery although I already shake it.

KEY INGREDIENTS: Squalene and Finely milled shimmer pigments.
PRODUCT DETAILS: 4ML for RM24.00

BUY HERE: Althea Spotlight Eye Glitter [Click here to get 20% off your first order at Althea] *Althea always backed by a 30-day unconditional returns policy.

You can zoom in to the glitter part.

The wand is just a nice size for doing the liner but it's not as hard as I could think should be.

A bit watery as you can see.

But, it sticks nicely to your skin, not that hard to clean it.

5. WATERCOLOR CREAM TINT

You think it's a standard tint, but naah these four colours (#01 Plum Cream, #02 Strawberry Cream, #03 Peach Cream and #04 Marron Cream) will make your lips look hydrated, but of course, you need to take care of it to avoid chapping. The tint could create a glossy, lip balm, two tones to just classic lipstick look. Lot's of ways to play with it including using it as a blusher!

Pros: Long lasting, doesn't need to reapply, hydrating and you can mix and match.

Cons: You could feel the thickness if you put it a lot, pretty heavy when it happens. Plus, the tint stuck on my teeth during application, pretty hard to control.

KEY INGREDIENTS: Squalene and Hyaluronic Acid

PRODUCT DETAILS: 4.5ML for RM20.00

BUY HERE: Althea Watercolor Cream Tint [Click here to get 20% off your first order at Althea] *Althea always backed by a 30-day unconditional returns policy.

4 colours range from red - maroon and pink.

Watery texture.

I like how the wand glides onto my lips.

WHICH ALTHEA MAKEUP PRODUCTS DO I LIKE THE MOST?

Out of five, I like the concealer a lot because it doesn't feel heavy to my eyes. Another one would be the eyeshadow. I think it's great to see how Althea put a different shade and finish and it's pigmented, I do not need to wet my eyeshadow brush and the glitter just there in my eyes.

To be honest, pretty good start, Althea! The only thing I could say is, looking forward to a wide colour range soon~

Before

After

DISCLAIMER:

The product was sent to me for review purposes as part of Althea Angels.
I personally trying it out and the review is 100% my personal opinion. So, make sure to check the ingredients or consult before purchase to avoid any mishap. 😉 

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Veg Fish Farm Thai Restaurant: Your food will be send by a boat, if you sit far enough 😉

Food. There is nothing that you can say much about it until you start to dig in. Thai food especially, there is a high expectation between our family adds up with the ambience of Veg Fish Farm Thai Restaurant, it is something valuable. Back to square one, what about the food? How much was it? What should I order? Let's break it down here together! 

Love the environment of this restaurant!

The power of viral is a love-hate relationship for me, and most of the restaurant that I visit is a disappointment. From that, I learned to put my expectation low and go along with it. But, there are a lot of positive rather than negative about this restaurant such as:-

1. Huge parking space.
2. Fresh ingredients as the vegetables are grown in a safe, responsible and pesticide free environment.
3. Caution: They serve alcohol.
4. All of their dishes are pork-free (eat at your own risk if you are unsure), delicately prepared and cooked by their experienced Thai chefs.
5. From appetisers to dessert, they have it all. Check out the menu here.
6. If you live in Ampang, this is so near your place! 

You can check out my food recommendation below!

Huge parking spaces!

The food is always fresh! 

WHAT DID WE EAT?

Oh my oh my! I can list all of it but don't be surprised because we ordered for 6 adult and 2 children consumption. Plus, I would entirely agree that I ate a lot at that time.

• 7x Coconut - RM6 /pcs
• 1x Mineral Water (B) - RM2 /pcs
• 1x Fresh Mango - RM10 /pcs
• 1x Mango Coconut Milk - RM5 /pcs
• 1x Tako Corn - RM5 /pcs
• 2x Mango Sticky Rice (S) - RM10 /pcs
• 7x White Rice - RM2.50 /pcs
• 1x Red Seafood Tomyam - RM40 /pcs
• 1x Belacan Lady Finger (S) - RM15 /pcs
• 1x Belacan Kangkong (S) - RM10 /pcs
• 1x Spinach Soup - RM15 /pcs
• 1x Fried Spinach (S) - RM10 /pcs
• 1x Squid Salted Egg (S) - RM23 /pcs
• 2x Squid Thai Salad (S) - RM16 /pcs 
• 1x Pandan Leaf Chicken (S) - RM21 /pcs
• 5x Fresh Oyster - RM15 /pcs
• 1x Talapia Thai Steamed With Lime Sauce - RM3.80/100g

The list is long, and we make sure we finished everything, and proudly we did it squeaky clean. The total damage estimated to be RM300+.

Talapia Thai Steamed With Lime Sauce - RM3.80/100g

Fresh Oyster - RM15 /pcs

Red Seafood Tomyam - RM40 /pcs

Spinach Soup - RM15 /pcs.

Pandan Leaf Chicken (S) - RM21 /pcs and Belacan Kangkong (S) - RM10 /pcs.

WHAT DO WE THINK?

I have tried a few good Thai restaurants, some I shared it here on my blog, some I keep it as a secret to avoid changes in the food quality.  But, this restaurant is something exciting, the concept, partition and I would say very systematic. Just make sure to check your order to avoid long waiting!

The boat ride makes it very interesting even my nephew couldn't get off his and her mind, and I think the further you sit the higher chance you get to experience the boat-waiter. 

Regarding the food, I would recommend you to order the Squid Thai Salad (it's delicious) we even requested it for a second time. Mango Coconut Milk is a must for dessert, Coconut to cleanse your palate, Belacan Lady Finger for some fibre and Talapia Thai Steamed With Lime for a source of protein.

Why didn't I put Tomyam on the list? Because for me is not that kaw that I expected as it cooked less spicy (my dad request due to health). 

Overall, it was a great experience and the best weekend getaway with my family. It's always true that food brings people together!

The children are excited by just looking at the boat! 

Dessert corner!

Coconut to cleanse your palate.

Squid Thai Salad (S) - RM16 /pcs.

VEG FISH FARM THAI RESTAURANT INFO

OPENING HOURS: 

Monday to Sunday, from 11:00 - 23:30

FOR MORE INFO: 

www.vegfishfarm.com

DISCLAIMER:

This blog post is not a sponsored food review, I went with my family, 
and the bill was paid by one of my family members. 
So, make sure to check any food allergies or issues regarding 
the restaurant to avoid any mistakes. 😉 

Btw, this post contains affiliate links make sure to check DISCLOSURE for more info.

Back to back boat ride to send the food to customers.

Fish can eat too! Pay a couple of Ringgit to served them with delicious fish food.

A mini Thai supermarket at the restaurant. Love! 

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