Bath & Body Works Haul

The Prophet  said, “If anyone fulfills his brother’s needs, Allah will fulfill his needs; if one relieves a Muslim of his troubles, Allah will relieve his troubles on the Day of Resurrection.” [Sahih Bukhari and Muslim]


Hello sisters, 

One of my good friends recently traveled to the States to visit her family there...When I have friends travelling to elsewhere around the globe, I have a habit of asking them to buy some stuff back home coz I love collecting stuff from that country that is expensive here or that we rarely find here in Singapore...Besides even if we find it here, it would cost us a bomb.

I took this opportunity to ask my friend to get me some stuff from Bath & Body Works from the States. Though this brand just opened their showroom in Marina Bay Sands Singapore, I still find it slightly pricier than what I can get for from the States.

I actually shamelessly gave my friend a very long list to buy but due to time constraint my friend managed to get me most of what I requested. Here is me wishing my friend N :) a very big Thank You for going through all the trouble.

So shall we move on to view what she got for me!

I love Bath & Body Works products coz they just smell soooooo good. 

I really needed the 3 wick candles but the scent I wanted was already sold out.  So, she had to give that a pass..

Next would be Handsoap that I really needed for my washrooms.

Malibu Sunset

Made from an exclusive blend of moisturizing Honey Coconut Milk and Olive Fruit extracts this exclusive anti-bacterial hand soap helps nourish and soften skin. Gentle bursts of lightweight foam washes away dirt and germs leaving hands soft and lightly scented with your favourite fragrances!

• · Experience the romantic glow of sunset with intoxicating peony petals & blooming           jasmine, uplifted by sweet lemon for an extra vibrant touch
• · A delightful blend of natural ingredients come together to produce this amazing   
•   fragrance. Perfect for use day or night.
• · Not tested on animals

It sure does make my washroom colorful and smell good too....

This was sold at 2 for USD 14 :) I find this a much better deal than what we get in Singapore...

Next was shower gels....they have a huge collection of scented shower gels, but I have been hearing a lot of wonderful comments on Forever Sunshine. 

Forever Sunshine 

Wash your way to softer, cleaner skin with a rich, bubbly lather bursting with fragrance. Moisturizing Aloe Vera and Vitamin E combine with skin-loving Shea Butter in our most irresistible, beautifully fragranced formula!

• Top Notes: Juicy Tangerine, Golden Apricot, Sparkling Mandarin, Exotic Berries
• Mid Notes: Gardenia Petals, Freesia, Pink Peonies
• Dry Notes: Vanilla Bean Gelato, Creamy Sandalwood, Nuzzly Musks, Sweet Praline

This also came at an awesome price of just 2 for USD 14 :) Totally worth it. The next thing I got was 2 Maybelline Eyeshadow pallets...

I was actually wanting Lorac Eyeshadow pallet but my bad luck, there wasnt any.

So I took the Maybelline brand for my Eyeshadows.

Maybelline - Emerald

One thing I really love about these pallets is that it comes with markings of which should go where. So in order to bring out the smokey effect on our eyes, these are very useful and they match which is the best part. Cant wait to try this out soon....

Maybelline - Ruby

Doesnt the colors just blend in :) They look soo beautiful!

Hoping to apply these wonderful colors while at parties or my events or In shaa Allah while im on holiday. These cost similar as well....

Thanks for the loot my dear friend...

Its time like these, that make me very happy for the quality and worth of the stuff that I pay money for and not feel guilty for spending...

Thats all for today...Tune in for more tomorrow.

Love

B.H

Types of Teas and their Benefits...

 “If Allah puts anyone in the position of authority over the Muslims’ affairs and he secludes himself (from them), not fulfilling their needs, wants, and poverty, Allah will keep Himself away from him, not fulfilling his need, want, and poverty.” [Abu Dawud]

Salam Sisters,

Happy Muharram to all of you...Today has been very nice as well. Ever since I quit, I have been able to spend time with my little one and rest. Not only have I been able to focus on my business future projects and ideas, I am much more relaxed and less stressed now. 

Like me, I am sure those who are going to work or under the peer pressure of family members have a troubled mind and may not be in peace. You may not have been able to sleep peaceful with all these thoughts in your mind. Be at peace my sisters, Life is actually a joke...Laugh it out! We are never going to make out of it alive, so why kill yourself with stress and problems and over thinking on the way...

There are plenty of ways to kill stress...Some may love to do something that they really like to remove stress, it may be listening to music, sleeping, reading, cooking, dancing whatever it may be, it should take your mind away from it.

For me, I like to drink some hot tea and relax in a cozy couch and watch some comedy movies and laugh my heart out. Tea is actually a soothing drink which relaxes your pulses in your mind. I drink my tea black and this really keeps me fresh and alert. There are different teas, earlier in my previous blogposts I would have written about green teas. There are different teas in the market right now but there are some teas that really help us. Below are a few of them. Hopefully you find them useful.

Source : Internet

Love 

B.H

Body Shop Haul

“There are two blessings which many people lose: (They are) health and free time for doing good.” [Sahih Bukhari]

Hello my sisters,

Been too busy this morning trying to figure out plans for our event which coming up on 25th November! So excited. Hopefully my first event goes well...Have been receiving positive reply and comments so far. In sha Allah next week would be a very busy week for me as my supplier would be back from his holidays and I can place my orders for my customers.

Anyways, after resigning from my really stressful job, I needed some retail therapy at a budget of course...Only certain things can satisfy my stressful mood and aromatherapy stuffs is one of them. As I was walking through the mall, one of my favourite brands was having a sale!

Need I tell, I was rushing across the hall like a warrior in a battle, to beat the crowd and to pick out my favourites before it sold out hahaha :)

So since i of course couldnt spare too much as I already have ordered some stuff my friend I didnt want to go overboard and buy too much...

Thus, I came back with these...

Yes! Body Shop it is!!

Usually you would find most of its products slightly reasonable than other brands but yet still i prefer to get mine usually on their sales like these...

Curious to what I got?? I bought 4 mini bottles of shower gels for SGD 10 :) Although mini it can really last quite a bit and their aroma ooh yes it lasts longer :)

I usually get lotions as well, but since I already have too many lotions at home that I havent even started using yet, I gave them a pass. I needed more travel size mini packs like this so I can carry them around, especially on my holiday :) Boy! M i gonna smell good there hahaha...

Indian Night Jasmine Shower Gel

This is the first time I am seeing this scented shower gel and the name kinda triggered me to smell it and get it. hahaha this name is somehow kind of reminds me of "First night" where usually the room is decorated with jasmine flowers ahahaha... so i assume this is very suitable for the brides to shower before their first night ;) wink wink ahem ahem

HoneyMania Shower Gel

This smelled kinda like honey but not too strong yet subtle and sweet...It suited for that relaxing nights after a hard days work. Cant wait to try this out.

Moringa Shower Gel

Another new addition that I have yet to try. This soap-free shower gel contains real moringa seed oil and has the delicate scent of white flowers. I cant wait to try this either. This is also not too strong yet soothing and sweet.

Last but not the least

Japanese Cherry Blossom

One of my all time favourites and one of the most famous and fast moving scented product in Body Shop. Trust me you will never go wrong with this shower gel or lotion or scent. It just smells too good you gotta smell it to believe it. :) Try it and give it a go !

I am extremely happy with my haul...

Next haul was done by a close friend and its from the US....

Stay tuned to find out what ... 

Love
B.H

BO - Make an effort

“And if there comes to you from Satan an evil suggestion, then seek refuge in Allah. Indeed, He is the Hearing, the Knowing.” [Qur’an, 41:36]


Hello my dear sisters,

While going to work the other day, I was already tired, with all these extra work I have been doing at my ex company which never seemed to stop ever! Was sleeping on the bus once I got in, even though my stop would be just 2 stops away. Trust me, when  I say I'm tired, you wouldnt believe the odd places I can just doze off... (My weakness, i know, I just cant help it...probably im ageing haaahah...) Anyways, back to the point, there I was by the bus window seat, snuggling myself in the cold sleeping making value of the extra few minutes I had before I reached my destination, this woman just plunges beside me. 

Credits - Source : Internet 

Phewww..BO (body odour) in the morning OMG! this totally made me sick. She was an Indian lady in her late twenties, good looking and I think she is going to work. But her BO just doesnt really give her a good opinion, especially when the day just started...

As ladies, we should all take care of our personal hygiene. We should watch what we eat when we are out, what measures to take in order to maintain a good hygiene...Apart from the hygiene washes, for those extra perspiring ladies, (even men) please make an effort to reduce that smell, I am sure you can smell yourselves too...It just gets stronger and stronger and its totally unbearable.

I have read many home remedies to reduce the BO. This will totally help you and your surroundings...I know its hard for a friend to actually tell you that you have BO but to me I guess a good friend would help you most if she helps you by overcoming your problem. 

And I am your good friend, dont be shy if you have BO. Lets take some measures to reduce it better still get rid of it. 

There are plenty of brands of body Deodorant out there in the drug store, find the one that suits your skin types...Some may end up giving you skin irritation and I know how embarrassing it would be to see you scratching your armpits hahaha.... The skin at your armpit is more sensitive compared to that on your hand, legs etc...So pick the right product. 

Ever since day 1, I have been using Nivea brand as I feel they have the most mild and safe product that doesnt cause any skin irritation or of any sort. There are other brands like Rexona etc..but Nivea works really good for my skin type. They have different varieties in Nivea like skin brightening and whitening, after shave, gel etc etc...

Recently Nivea has an offer for its products. It gives you a 50 ml + 20 ml free for just 4.90 SGD which is a good deal really.

This really prevents me from perspiring and traps all wetness and I dont like to feel wet and sticky after applying my deo so this doesnt do any of that. This lasts for as long as 48 hrs and it helps to tighten pores and whitens the areas that have blackened over the years.

Other home remedies you can follow are as follows to reduce BO.

1. Witch Hazel Remedy for Body Odor

2. Use Vinegar

3. Apply Lemon Juice

4. Baking Soda

5. Baking Soda and Cornstarch

6. Apple Cider Vinegar

7. Apply Tea Tree Oil 

8. Sage Herb

9. Rosemary Herb

10. Wheatgrass Juice 

All above helps in reducing the body odor. Some are applied at the areas of odor and some are taken orally.

You may get more information on the different home remedies and what are instructions to be followed in order to reduce BO @ remedies-for-body-odor

Till next time, 

Love

B.H

Whats in my Mail ??

“After asking Allah to guide you to the straight path, don’t just stand there … start walking!”

Salam my dear sisters!!

I am back finally, sorry once again. I have quit my job to focus on my business for a while and I have never been this happy to quit hahaha...well i cant go into detail on that, so lets get down to our writing! I have soo much in store for you...And I will be frequent in my writing to give you more information...

So, I received Mail :) A.M Mail...I ordered more parfum oils from Aura with Scent.. 

I placed the order just a day before and I received it the following day. Delivery was rather quick. It came in the A.M mail. 

Nicely packed in a plastic box so that it does break or get damaged. Wondering what I got? This time Marc Jacobs - Blush and Ms Dior - Cherie...Both were awesome and breathtaking parfums that I like.

Blush has a bit of like subtle smell which is somewhat similar to our Indian athars... hahaha but its nice. Ever since I wore Coco and Ms Dior people have been stopping me to say I smell really good hahaha what I was wearing hahaha.... This makes my day :)

So why not get one too..since I have planned to be a distributor for Aura and I am loving it! I can earn extra bucks and make an effort to make someone smell really good and feel good tooo :)

For more details on how you can get your hands on this parfum, juz contact me via whatsapp at 91042441 (Strictly business) or you can email me at daneenonlineboutiq@yahoo.com.sg :)

Stay tuned for more!!

Love
B.H 

Healthy Yummy Treats

“If you want to focus more on Allah in your prayers, focus more on Him outside your prayers.”



Feeling Hungry...But you dont wish to gain extra calories. Can't sleep and you are tossing over in your bed thinking of what leftovers you have. Fret not, I have a healthy snack for you.

Nature Valley Granola Thins

NTUC is having an offer for all Nature Valley Bars. They are selling at SGD 9.45 for 2 boxes. It might seem pricey at first but i would highly recommend it firstly its healthy, secondly its tasty and lastly even the kids love it. There are certain things that you cant force your children to eat healthy but getting good healthy food into your kids tummies is a win win with Nature Valley products.

There are different varieties and flavours which include almonds, fruits and nuts, dark chocolate and oats, maple syrup etc...

I bought the above and let me tell you my son ate more than I did. Its thin and crunchy and the dark chocolate just melts in your mouth. I love when you can eat chocolate guilt free like this.

I couldnt get a picture of the granola thins packets coz by the time I got into senses to feature this in my blog, it was already finished. hahaha...

So off I went to NTUC again to get my next purchase of granola

This time I bought Roasted Almonds and Oats and Dark Chocolate.

This is however slightly thicker than the thins but not even a tiny bit less tastier. 

This is 190 calories in two thick bars in each individual packs.

Have I tempted you enough ?? Go try it out and feel the goodness in you...

Trust me spending a few extra bucks on some good food, its totally worth it.

Love
B.H

Missing In Action

"O you who have believed, seek help through patience and prayer. Indeed Allaah is with the patient." - Surat Al-Baqarah

Hello my lovely ladies,

Firstly, I would like to apologize for my absence for quite a while now. I have gone missing in action for the past whole week since I got really busy with Eid and business matters. I found it a bit overwhelming with the overload at my temporary work place. Today happened where I got a break thanks to my little one that I played bunk to work :P

So I thought I should visit on how my blog is doing and clear up the cobwebs that have created while I was away. Got soo many ideas blooming but time constraints and my laziness has put everything on halt. Will take it slow and keep you sisters updated on the way.

Well, as you all know by now, that I have started the Daneen Online Boutiq and my very first consignment from Dubai would be arriving In shaa Allah tomorrow. I am soo excited to get my hands on it. So much of work lies ahead in me, spamming in every strangers walls on FB and Instagram on my Abayas sale. As only limited quantities are arriving I really hope people love these designs that are hand picked carefully for all my sisters.

In sha Allah I am planning to bring in more goodies to make DOB a much more livelier online shopping experience. Cant wait to share all these special hand picked goodies soon once I come back from my holiday in January. DOB will take in a new avatar to serve all sisters and their families with special goodies.

Do stay tuned my dear sisters and please show your support.

Love
B.H