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July 2, 2013

14 Day Challenge with NIVEA Body UV Whitening Serum (SPF25)

Dominique Advertorials, Parenting and Kids

Nivea UV Whitening Serum

Having fairer skin has always been on my mind. Being tan and staying in the tropics I have been at the mercy of the scorching sun whenever I need to go out. I get dark easily and it takes a really long time to get fair again. I’m reaching my mid thirties soon and I have been neglecting my skin since the kids came along.

My arm

As you can see I have uneven tone on my arm as it is exposed to the harsh rays of the sun due to having to chauffeur the kids around to the classes and school each day. The skin looks dull and it also doesn’t feel as smooth as it was when I was in my twenties.

There are many whitening products for the face however there are limited choices for the rest of the body. I was glad to be introduced to NIVEA Body UV Whitening Serum which is the first ever body whitening serum with SPF25. Costing only $9.95 a tube it is extremely affordable and easily available at major departmental stores and pharmacies.

This serum offers daily protection to prevent sun damage and skin darkening from the harmful ultraviolet (UV) rays.Enriched with natural Vitamin C from Camu Camu and 95% Pure Vitamin C it is easily absorbed by the skin to repair and restore accumulated sun damaged skin cells, and lighten dull and dark skin.

Using the serum

I decided to take up the 14 day challenge to see if I would get visibly fairer, more radiant and even toned skin. I really would like a more radiant complexion and this was a really good opportunity for me to test out the product from Nivea.

My initial experience

The serum was absorbed easily into my skin and it didn’t feel greasy or sticky upon application. It has a light fruity fragrance which wasn’t overpowering. My skin felt smoother and softer after application and even after a day out in the sun it didn’t feel sticky and heavy. I will be sharing with you in a later post once this challenge has been completed 🙂

Starting mid July till mid of August there will be a instagram campaign on for Nivea where you be able to win a $188 Nivea Hamper weekly. You just have to upload pictures of sunshots , outdoor activities that you do during the weekend, or your lifestyle when you are out of home and use the Hashtags #NiveaSG #UVWhtSerum #Sunnyfun #Sunshine

Disclaimer: I am participating in a sponsored campaign by Nivea to try out their NIVEA Body UV Whitening Serum (SPF25). All opinions expressed are 100% mine. Results obtained from the usage of the product may vary from person to person. Please do your own research when purchasing products, as your opinions may differ from mine.

June 25, 2013

Having Fun at the Gems of IndoChina at Changi Airport

Dominique Parenting and Kids, Reviews Holiday activity, IndoChina at Changi Airport

[ Media Invite]

The obstacle course

Having been cooped up in the house due to the recent haze the kids were very happy when we visited Changi Airport today. Nope, we were not scooting off again on another holiday but were checking out the Gems of IndoChina display over at Terminal 3.

The boys were attracted by the 10 course obstacle course and immediately asked to go on it when we arrived at the display area.

The boys being suited up before they attempted the course

After filling up the necessary forms the boys were suited up and couldn’t wait to have a go on the obstacle course. The boys have been on obstacle courses before so it wasn’t something that new to them. However as they haven’t been able to go out and play due to the haze, they welcomed the physical activity with open arms.

Monkey boy going around the circuit

Monkey boy was the first one to go around the circuit. It wasn’t really challenging for him as he has been on the adult circuit while we were on holiday in Phuket. He cleared the course easily and couldn’t wait for a 2nd and 3rd round the course.

Doggie boy going around the course

Doggie boy also enjoyed himself going around the course. He was more confident this time on the obstacle course as compared to the last time he tried it in Phuket. I guess the lower height of this course made him feel more confident of completing it. He too went for three rounds around the course.

the boys going around the course

While the boys were going around the course Tiger girl was occupied taking pictures of her brothers and the surrounding with my compact camera.

A snapshot by Tiger girl of me holding the goodie bag.

We were given a goodie bag which had some Laos coffee, a key chain and instant chocolate inside. I’ll certainly be trying out the instant chocolate while I will leave it to R to try out the coffee.

Learning about the horoscopes

Besides the obstacle course there was a interactive exhibition area which features photography, artifacts, travel information and fun facts about Laos.

The golden pagodas

There was a replica of the Golden Pagoda( the national symbol of Laos) on display. The actual pagodas in Laos must really look spectacular.

Monkey boy embossing his bookmark

While going through the exhibit the kids were given bookmarks which they could emboss at the two major exhibits. They were happy to fill up the bookmark as they were given a prize for completing the bookmarks.

The plain of jars

Visitors to the exhibition were given a visual treat about The Plain of Jars where the stone jars appear in clusters in the landscape of the Xieng Khouang plateau. It certainly is an unusual phenomena which cannot be explained.

A picture of the Laotian girls as taken by Tiger girl

Monkey boy posing for a picture

It was really hilarious seeing Monkey boy posing behind this cut out of traditional Laotian outfits. The kids really had fun at the exhibit and it was a fun and educational afternoon for them.

Gems Of Indochina

1-30 June

12pm-10pm

Terminal 3 , Level 2

Disclaimer: We were invited to visit Gems of IndoChina at Changi Airport. All opinions are 100% my own.