Jiamuses: photo log

[Shoutout] SG50 Red and White Decorations in Singapore.

by JH - Tuesday, September 01, 2015

Just to post some of the red and white photos in celebration of SG50 spotted around Singapore.

Random pictures but yup just found the colors nice.

Thanks for scrolling!

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National Museum of Singapore Decked out in Red against the White.

Victoria Concert Hall

HDB Housing Estates Flying Our National Flag.

At Buangkok.

HDB Housing Estates Flying Our National Flag.

At Tiong Bahru.

Food Packaging in Red and White.

KFC.

Red and White McDonald's

50 Cents Soft Serve Ice Cream.

Red and White Sand Art Display.

Can you identify these icons of Singapore?

Merlion love!

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[ Walk around Singapore] Amazing architecture along Keong Saik Street, Neil Road.

by JH - Wednesday, June 11, 2014

And so I walked....

One fine day I found myself along Keong Siak Street and went exploring....

I didn't realized there were so many boutique hotels clustered in this area and was stunned by the lovely interface of modern versus olden day restoration. Not to mention, super amazement at how these colonial-days buildings have been restored to it's present days beauty and glory, basking along Singapore's ever changing skyline.

Tong Ah Coffee Shop, which for the last 75 years, housed at the same location has now shifted out of this icon red and white building, to another new shophouse, thankfully just few doors down the same road. This iconic building, bearing the start of Tong Ah since 1939, should definitely be preserved.

Few months down the road, I went back again and well, do you spot a difference in the interface of the building?

Spot 'Potato Head'? Yes, the famous Bali Beach Club- Potato Head Folks now occupies the building and I read that only the burger operations Three Buns are opened to walk-ins. The Studio 39 and The Roofttop are reservations-only and closed from general public like you and I. Are the burgers really as good as acclaimed overseas? I wonder.... but I heard prices are not cheap.

Anyway, walking down 3 mins or so, now at 35 Keong Saik Street, we have spotted the bright yellow sign of Tong Ah Eating House.

Of course, the place has been refurbished and looks pretty new, no signs of nostalgic if you re looking for any.

However the folks at Tong Ah still uses the 'traditional way' of the now, with electric-grill of course. We can expect charcoal right?

Ordered the thin version of the toast for some crispy munch sandwiched with butter and kaya. For this portion it costs $1.80. Slightly expensive no? Or is this the standard? Seldom eat toasts outside.

Teh-O ( tea without milk) costs $1.10

Continuing from Tong Ah, if you turn back towards The original iconic Tong Ah Building, People's Park/Chinatown is in view.

If you move forward in the other direction, Pinnacle@Duxton, Singapore's 'classiest' HDB to date, is just in view.

More of such colonial-days architecture with either eateries or hotels.

Isn't this lovely? I never noticed this building at all. I believe it's an office of some sorts.

And... look! Occupied by AIA, this 1920 building stood proud and tall amidst the buzzing street.

On the other side of Keong Saik Street, along Bukit Pasoh Road, there are many boutique hotels, offices as well.

... Such as the New Majestic Hotel

Restaurants just behind the Dorsett Hotel along New Bridge Road.

Along Bukit Pasoh Street, there are many Chinese associations and Clans buildings

and of course shops shops and shops.

The Gan Clan Association

Bridal Shops....

Design firms, printing firms and whatnot..

I am ending the post here... haha not exactly sure how, but yup that's the end of my little exploration in my own country. I will do some food reviews on the Everton estates' (nearby to this area) cafes soon. Cheers!

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[ Beauty and Healthcare] TrichoKare for your hair care needs+ exclusive discounts~

by JH - Thursday, June 05, 2014

Had a wonderful experience with TrichoKare's herbal treatment. TrichoKare saw the latest opening of their 4th branch on 23rd April, at the newly revamped Orchard Gateway, having relocated from their previous Wheelock's branch. Stepped in to see a grand view and greeted by 100 testimonials left by satisfied customers of TrichoKare.

Testimonials left by satisfied customers of TrichoKare.

I was then led to a beautiful lounge where it all begins…

What is Trichology?

Trichology is a para-medical field, which is the study of hair and scalp disorders that involves the anatomy and physiology of hair. Trichology is taken from the Greek word “tricho” meaning “hair” and is the branch of medicine that has to do with the anatomy, growth and diseases of the hair. Trichology involves an in-depth study of the functionality of chemistry, physics, and the health of hair.

Before I start, let me take a selfie.

We were introduced to some of TrichoKare products which are formulated by professional herbalist. Using advanced formula and revolutionary technology, the products have soothing effect and hydrating properties to fight hair thinning, reduce hair fall and encourages hair growth.

These are the shampoos and essence that will be used for our treatment varies depending on various individual's needs.

Customized tonics used in the treatment process.

Treatments at TrichoKare are customized to fit respective scalp and hair problems. Some of the scalp and hair problems that TrichoKare sees from day to day include dandruff, dry hair, brittle hair, greasy scalp, itchy scalp, thinning hair that leads to hair loss. In particular, it is targeted from people who are suffering from Trichotillomania, Alopecia Areata, Female and Male Pattern hair loss.

TrichoKare is also the first ISO certified Trichological Centre that provides customized European Herbal Hair Remedy. It holds a spacious and elegant place where you can relax and unwind with pampering treatments after a day’s hard work.

Enjoy a relaxing spa-like treatment for your scalp and hair, only better! Did I just mention? Because it is no ordinary spa, it is a Trichological Centre that addresses your hair and scalp concerns, in return for healthier, fuller hair! It is targeted to your needs.

Every inch of the place is neat, cozy and elegant.

We were then welcomed by the friendly TrichoKare trainer, Alysha who gave us a brief on TrichoKare profile, what they do and how they are different from others. TrichoKare provides hair care solutions and is the exquisite choice for sophisticated individuals who desire to improve their hair and scalp condition!

"Experiencing European herbal remedies will be as enjoyable and effective as the clients at TrichoKare are the most privileged guests pampered with high quality service and exclusivity through personalized treatments. Staying true to the brand philosophy, remedies formulated from premium European herbs are gentle and nourishing. It is the herbal touch to the roots that provides deep cleansing, soothe irritation and increase blood circulation at the scalp area."

The overall treatment was enjoyable and a relaxing joy. The European herbs being au-natural was rid of any possible side effects and did a positive boost to the overall well-being. I was looking forward to some TLC pampering for my scalp and the treatment with TrichoKare definitely prove its worth.

Read on below for my experience!

Here are the other bloggers and I before the TrichoKare European herbal hair treatments...

Here's me and my messy hair before treatment.. :)

We were then led to understand more on our scalp condition.

Hair Specialists at TrichoKare are trained under a certified trichologist to help people who have problems with their hair and scalp.

We were attended by the very friendly Joel!

At TK TrichoKare, treatments are validated by a certified trichologist with products formulated by a professional herbalist. Hair Specialists at TrichoKare are trained under trichologist to help people who have problems with their hair or scalp.

Hair Specialists examine the hair and/or scalp under a specialized microscope and determine the problems before any treatment recommendation.

What will the result reveal?

Here's the BEFORE scan.

I know what you are thinking. ( Disclaimer: The scalp, mine at least, is whitish in color okay. So it will always be. :P)

Okay, important note is, see on the 1st top left pic? There are like clumps/flakes around the pores and 2nd top right as well. These clumps/flakes are oil which has been left there for some accumulative period and never got cleared off. Thus in these pictures, the pores cannot be clearly seen.

Yes, that's true because I hardly ever go for any treatments at the salons and so the oils gets accumulated over time, sort of clogging my pores, which of course is not good for the scalp.

Yes I do have oily scalp, but thankfully they are not like aggressive, over-sebum producing kind of oily.

I was told to get a better sebum cleansing shampoo....'cause whatever I am using now is not effective in clearing the oil even though I shampoo daily.

Thankfully, no dandruff or any other hair problems.

Here's Shirley, getting her scalp scanned.

Joel here explaining to us our scalp conditions.

So shooh... off I go to Yvoone, the friendly and patient Therapist who attended to me.

Yvonne did a very, superb soothing job! She applied Scalp Balancing Essence on my scalp....

...And placed a warm shoulder pad on me that encourage relaxation and improve blood circulation. I soon feel like dozing off..

Here's my customized tonic. It was applied all over, followed by throughout very awesome head massage to allow the tonic to be absorbed by the scalp.

The procedure repeated for about 3 times.

My hair was nicely blown-dry as I went through a Tri-Action Stimulant Therapy, which is akin to the natural frequency emitted by out bodies. So don't worry, there is no harm to the body at all.

Here's Shirley and I post treatment! Happy and glee with our new, 'lighter' hair feel.

Me doing my test and awaiting report analysis by Joel.

Haha....Super amazed at my scalp scan and so asked many questions along the way.

Here's the result.

POST treatment.

Can you see now the flakes/clumps around the pores and hair strand are gone??!! Like magic~~

Also from the 1st top left upper pic, you can see a round thing enclosing the hair? that's the pores! Now the pores can be clearly seen on every strand!! Without any clogs.

Amazing or what. So happy with my clean scalp, if only this can last forever.

Enlarged pic of the hair follicle.

Thumbsup!

How's my bouncy hair? Absolutely love the smooth, soft feel~~ Plus not only does the hair look good, internally the scalp feels refresh and rejuvenated too!