JQ Talks

After being in the blogging industry for so many years and started my YouTube video journey for a year now, I can honestly say the world or specifically, the internet, can be pretty mean. Even if you are the nicest person on earth and you are just doing something that doesn't hurt anyone, some people online loves criticising others even without a valid reason. I've been called unpleasant names, told that my reviews or videos are horrible, and so on. All these were not said in a nice way, it was meant to be hurtful. It was tough when I first received all these negative comments and it was extremely demotivating. I had the intention to quit and remove myself from the internet completely even though blogging and producing videos are my passion. That's until I had a proper intrapersonal session. I told myself that I'm not the kind of person to quit something I love doing just because of those few negative feedbacks and personal attacks. I shouldn't let their opinio...

This is a very late post but I still want to officially wish my mom a Happy Mother's Day on my blog! Well, I'm currently living under the same roof as her, so I did wished her on the actual day. It's just that I brought her out to Ritz Carlton for a high tea session with Buro 24/7 Malaysia and SK-II. I was thankful for the event because my mom definitely deserved some time off her grandma duty (she and my dad are still doing such an amazing job taking care of my sister's little girl) and be treated to a fancy mother-daughter bonding session. The event also gave my mom and I each an exclusive Spring Butterfly Limited Edition Facial Treatment Essence, which I believe by now my mom has already started using it, and a couple of Buro 24/7 merchandises.  If you ask me, I definitely see a lot of her in me. She has always brought me up to be a lady but at the same time, teaching me how to be a lady with an independent character. I've seen her changed the light...

Hello everybod-ay! It’s technically my April, May and June 2016 favs as I totally skipped on my past two months’ favs. Let me know if you have any products that you love too. Other than that, I really do like the way this video turned out. Yeay, clap hands for me! Anyway, lols, I hope y’all enjoy!  I tems Mentioned:  Philips VisaPure Advanced (Review: http://bit.ly/1UGsiIM) Innisfree Green Tea Seed Serum SK-II Facial Treatment Oil (Review: http://bit.ly/25UgdLJ) SK-II LXP Eye Cream Suntegrity Natural Moisturising Face Sunscreen & Primer (Review: http://bit.ly/1ZYplI5) Suntegrity 5in1Natural Moisturising Face Sunscreen Tinted Innisfree No Sebum Mineral Powder (Review: http://bit.ly/1U6DqPc) Loreal False Lash Butterfly waterproof Mentholatum Sugar Lip Lipbalm in Vintage 01 Robert Tisserand De-Stress Aromatherapy Roller Ball I wore:  Bohemian top from Brand’s Outlet *This video is not sponsored. I’m not affiliated to any l...

The problem with skincare is that we must always adapt to using what our environment allow us to use. I've always shy away from face oils because even though I have really dry skin, I feel that the hot and humid Malaysia weather just won't permit me to enjoy such luxury.  However, in the past two months, my skin was truly unforgiving. I had a rash due to testing out some other skincare, causing a patch of super flaky skin area. Also, my under eyes were really dry. Additionally, it was a new semester of my Masters, stress, I believe was also getting in the way. All these dry areas caused my foundation to fail at smoothing out properly, my makeup was never on point. It was tough.  Throughout May, I've decided to completely change my skincare up by using all SK-II products except my cleanser and my moisturiser. So it was FTE Miracle water, Facial Treatment Oil, GenOptics Aura Essence, and LXP Eye Cream. By the end of May, my skin felt so good. I notice it even dur...

I have been testing this out since March and even have my skin checked before and after to see how it improves my skin. I do have the full intention to stick to both these products till the day I do my "After" skin check but unfortunately one of these products just didn't really work out for me. With these new releases, it's truly a love-hate relationship. First of all, I will have to applaud the beautiful yet simple packaging of the GenOptics range. It's sturdy, classy, very complimentary to any girls' vanity. Just like most SK-II products, it has a luxurious feel to it. SK-II GenOptics is a new skincare series that targets current and hidden spots and darkening caused by UV, hoping to give you a radiant aura for years to come. It says to empower women in their 20s to maintain their radiance. Of course, it's always better to start young. Even if you don't see them now, it doesn't mean that they are not there. There are a lot of hidden spo...

I have no idea that such thing still exist in this world. I knew it was once a big thing for women to stay single pass 25 years old but to understand that there are woman out there who still suffers from this stereotype is truly an eye opening experience.  Watch the heart breaking video here:

Hello everybody! I’m back with a beauty related video. Hope my bare face don’t scare you away! I realised that my last skincare routine video was almost a year back and loads have changed. My night routine is different but do let me know if you would like to see that, I’ll compile one up just for you. Do let me know if you have any products mentioned here that you love too! Enjoy!

Unfortunately, our google hangout didn't quite go as well as it should have. It's nobody's fault really, internet in Malaysia is not doing very well. We somewhat missed our slot for the Q&A with Cate Blanchett and all we got to do was to enjoy a wonderful breakfast and watch other countries talk to her. Okay fine, it really wasn't that bad, Gushcloud team was kind enough to prepare such a lavish spread of croissants and a beautiful office meeting room for us to chill in, truly, I'm contented.  And oh my gosh, did I mention that I finally getting my own bottle of the SK-II Facial Treatment Oil?! Yes, I am! First impression, it smells calming and it's definitely a little heavy on the skin, something you would only want to pamper your skin with at night especially in a A/C room. A review will be up soon on that.  Speaking of that, Cate also do love the SK-II Facial Treatment Oil and she has a few beauty tricks up her sleeves in order to be red c...

I've been using SK-II Facial Treatment Essence since the beginning of 2014 and I've never turned back ever since. It's still one of my holy grail skincare product that I personally will recommend people to try if they are truly looking to upgrade their skincare routine. It's definitely on the pricier side but surely worth it should it work for your skin. Absolutely love this product! As Chinese New Year approaches, SK-II debuts its first-ever Commemorative Chinese New Year SK-II Facial Treatment Essence New Phoenix Limited Edition.

Evolving from the Stempower technology, one of my favourite skincare brand now ushers in a new generation of anti-aging skincare with R.N.A (Radical New Age) Power. This skincare includes the revolutionary Pitera x R.N.A Complex, which holistically targets the multi-controller of firmness, to achieve lengthwise firmness x crosswise firmness by rejuvenating skin cells and promoting structural protein synthesis in every cell, all layer of the skin. 

SK-II introduced two new essentials - SK-II Mid-Day Miracle Essence and Mid-Night Miracle Essence - to deliver a boost of crystal clear skin anytime, anywhere. This is probably two of the most interesting products that I really wanted to try as it's truly something unique that I've never thought SK-II will offer. Many times, after applying makeup, we no longer apply skincare. Common sense. However, I'm sure there are some of us wish that we could apply skincare even in the middle of the day. This is where we pull out our mist and all kinds of refreshing spray products to give us the additional hydration boost. Similarly, these new Miracle Essences is made with women on-the-go in mind. They penetrate through makeup to lock in moisture, preventing the potential visible effects of oxidative stress instantly and strengthens the skin barrier over time.

SK-II unveils a brand new limited edition design of Facial Treatment Essence in collaboration with award-winning artist Po-Chih Huang. This exclusive design features an enchanting tapestry of pink roses wraps the limited edition bottle, making it the perfect gift for every woman on her journey to #ChangeDestiny. 

Get ready for the power of Pitera on-the-go! SK-II is launching 2 new products, the SK-II Mid-Day Miracle Essence and SK-II Mid-Night Miracle Essence this coming 28th April - 4th May 2015 at Concourse, Old Wing 1Utama. You are all invited to visit the SK-II #ChangeDestiny Museum Red Carpet Edition where you'll get to not only check out the new products but also be entitled to exclusive deals under my blog name!

SK-II is launching the new Cellumination Auractivator CC Cream at the SK-II #ChangeDestiny Light Museum in Centre Court, Suria KLCC from 24th February to 2nd March 2015 .  This new product helps activate your skin's aura and unlock radiance from within. I've personally tried it and it feels amazing, not too sticky not too dry. You should try it yourself!  Contest: Mention " JQTALKS " at the entrance of the Light Museum in KLCC between 27 February - 2 March 2015.  Get an Aura makeover with the new SK-II Auractivator CC Cream.  Post a " Before & After Aura makeover " photo on Instagram with hashtags #ChangeDestiny #MyAuraBeautyMomen t and tag me (@jqleejq) on the photo.  Follow me on Instagram (@jqleejq). Top three (3) photos with the best-looking glow wins a new SK-II Auractivator CC Cream worth RM274 each! T&C: Open to All Readers in Malaysia.  Only valid for visit on 27 Feb, 28 Feb, 1 Mar and 2 Mar 2015 from 1...

Quote JQTalks.com for your Golden Ticket! Here's how you can get 3 pieces of SK-II Facial Treatment Mask worth RM150 for free!   Visit SK-II #ChangeDestiny Museum at 1Utama Shopping Center (Old Wing Concourse) on 10th January 2015 , anytime between 10am - 10pm .  Mention Code Name JQTalks.com at the museum entrance and receive a Golden Ticket. Take a tour of the museum and upload 3 photos related to #ChangeDestiny Museum on Instagram , hashtag #ChangeDestiny and #ChangeDestinyMuseum   Show your 3 posts to the person in charge at the end of the tour to redeem your 3 pieces of SK-II Facial Treatment Mask worth RM150 UPON THE PURCHASE OF A BOTTLE OF SK-II FACIAL TREATMENT ESSENCE (75ML).  T&C:  Open to ALL Readers in Malaysia.  The golden tickets are only valid for tour on 10th January 2015 from 10am-10pm. Only with the Golden Ticket and THE PURCHASE OF A BOTTLE OF SK-II FACIAL TREATMENT ESSENCE (75ML)  will you be entitl...

Oh yes, the iconic Facial Treatment Essence has done it again in SK-II latest ground-breaking Skin Destiny Study. We do have the power to determine the fate of our skin and have lasting clear skin for years to come if we use the right products.  #ChangeDestiny Pitera House look to inspire women to take charge of their skin destiny and to discover more about this new found research results as well as the opportunity to rewrite your skin's future with SK-II.  My skin consultant :D Read more on the SK-II Skin Destiny Study here! Selfie Contest Winner Announcement!  Congratulations to: @kahwaih    @nicootan @jessyings  @janechua18  There will be more giveaways coming soon! xo,  Twitter  |  Bloglovin  |  Instagram

If you are wondering, yes, I'm still using SK-II, especially during those rebellious skin seasons. It's rather addictive, I can't let my miracle water go.  In a new study, SK-II researches have discovered an intrinsic link between long-term usage of SK-II Facial Treatment and better skin quality as we age. Good news, people who started using the Treatment Essence in their 20s is proven to enjoy better skin in their 30s and 40s. Well, I'll say Amen to that!  More impressively, 9 in 10 loyal users have better skin compared to non-users in the same age group and 7 in 10 users have better skin conditions as compared to non-users who are 10 years younger. You have no idea how thankful I feel right now, as if everything is starting to fall into place. In 10 years time, I'll still have better skin than those non-users who are 10 years younger than me. Pretty cool. 

A quick recap for those who have just joined us in my journey with SK-II. I’ve been using the Pitera Essence Trial Kit since January 2014. This is my first time trying the much raved miracle water, so you can imagine how excited I was. A new year, a new me!

Being busy isn’t an excuse for not taking care of your skin. It doesn’t take a lot of hard work to take steps towards caring for your skin in spite of a busy working schedule. Here are my top 5 skin care tips for busy women!

Most of you would know that I've started using SK-II for the very first time since the beginning of this year. 2014 is the year where I will be turning 24 years old, and I will be a quarter of a century old next year! Time is really moving fast and we can't turn back time on what's not done.