Now everyone can #getSMINKed cause Malaysia's latest online multi-brand beauty portal have been launched recently featuring 40 local beauty brands (at the time of writing) ranging from a diverse offering made of makeup, skincare, tools, hair and body care. The idea came about early 2017 and was realised 5 months later by two sisters, Nur Nadia SM Nasimuddin and Nur Diana SM Nasimuddin whom both share the same passion and love for beauty. 

mySMINK aims to let their customers have fun, inspiring and hassle-free shopping experience across the globe - that also means our local brands are now easily accessible from anywhere in the world and a potential for worldwide audience! mySMINK is also the exclusive online distributor for Madame Izara (a makeup collection by actress Izara Aishah) and Morena, a cosmetics line dedicated for tan to dark skin tones. There's even a category for Halal-certified products to cater to the demands of Muslim customers for authentic and trusted Halal brands. Only those that are JAKIM-approved or internationally approved makes it on that category. 

Here are brands or products that I've tried and loved from mySMINK:

SMOOTCH

Smootch was founded by two bestfriends from Malaysia who aimed to create affordable, natural skincare that really works. Their product ranges from cleansing face mask to delectable body scrubs and ultra-light hair mist made of high quality, hand picked ingredients of essential oils and French Pink Clay, lavender, apricot kernels, avocado and more.

POTIONS

Potions is a brand that was inspired by all-natural Ayurvedic healing ingredients that eliminates the use of harmful, chemical ingredients from skincare products. Founded by two Malaysians, they focus on the use of nourishing oils, butters, clays, botanicals, herbs and pure essential oils in their products to ensure that you're getting the best out of each bottle.




Potions products ranges from RM 20 to RM 55. Click here to view more.

MORENA

Morena is a cosmetics line that focuses on creating foundations for tan to dark skin individuals at an affordable price range. Their foundations have been specially formulated for a healthy glow and avoids skin from looking dull after long hours of wearing makeup and it is also anti-humidity, which is a plus for Asians within this region. They're vegan friendly and are also against animal testing. Check out the swatch I did with the samples I received from mySMINK below.

Morena is being sold at RM79.90 per bottle. Click here to view more.

Cocomess

Cocomess is a Malaysian haircare brand that is halal-certified and enriched with extra virgin coconut oil, free from Paraben, sulfates and mineral oils that could be harmful in the long run. Cocomess prides itself in being the only Malaysian haircare brand that features only natural ingredients in each bottle.



Cocomess product ranges from RM 35 to RM 140. Click here to view more. 

mySMINK also carries a wide-range of cosmetics on their website by local brands and makeup artists so be sure to check them out as well.

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It was love at first sight when I tried the all-new Urban Decay Naked Heat palette. Out of all Naked palettes, this is the one that I've been using the most on a weekly basis. Not only that the shades are flattering for my Asian skin tone, it also gives me the freedom to create day-to-night looks all within one palette. I actually liked the fact that there are good matte and shimmer tones within this palette and the red-based hues are flattering - no, I did not look like I had a pink-eye. It's fun, flirty and definitely edgy paired with your favorite nude lipstick or tints for a fun summer look. 

Let’s face it; we have come to an era where most people would take photos even whilst doing their workout but who uploads sweaty, messy photos of them anymore? Definitely not me. 

Most girls would want to look good photographed, but don’t want to run the risk of having runny, smeared makeup over their faces which is why PUPA’s sport-proof makeup comes in handy for looks that are constantly camera ready, even while you’re sweating for a session at the spin class. This exclusive line of make-up products is specially formulated for use during sports activities, as they’re sweat-proof, waterproof and also extremely long lasting. 

The range doesn’t just stop at the basic makeup items – they basically have almost everything to complete a natural look from powder, concealer, fixer, mascara, eyeliner and balm. Priced at RM59 to RM115, this best-selling makeup brand in Italian perfumeries will be available at Sasa Malaysia stores nationwide. I personally got to try the concealer, mascara, lip balm and fixer spray and so far I have no negative reviews to give. 

The concealer is great – medium coverage, blends easily and it doesn’t smudge after a few hours. My other favorite would be the lip balm, moisturizing sans the greasiness and the spray helps keep my makeup intact, especially when I start perspiring. PUPA have appointed three ambassadors for this special collection that consists of an Olympics gymnast, basketball player and ballerina and I believe that all of them would look amazing even whilst doing what they do best. 

As for me, I’d keep testing out the products so there’s no reason to not look and give my 100% everytime I’m at the gym now. 

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