Every 18th of June

Last Thursday, I was invited by Huntington Communications for The Club’s First year anniversary. Located right smack Telok Ayer and Ann Siang hill, which means it’s just stones-throw away from the office and super convenient for dropping by for an after-office rendezvous. The theme of the event is The Great Gatsby – who wouldn’t be excited with the 1920s glam- pearl necklace, feather headbands and whisky shots so I said, I was in. Another reason I was down is because they’ll be unveiling The Disgruntled Brasserie. This is by the same people who manage The Disgruntled Chef at Dempsey Hill and the popular bar and dining chain, Harry’s.

Although I frequent the Ann Siang area (once a week), I never really paid attention to The Club – for one I thought it was a just a hotel and second, if they had drinks they’d probably cost an arm and a leg. But thankfully The Disgruntled Brasserie is more casual with dinner plates ranging from $26 - $38. The environment is cozy and posh without being intimidating. I could imagine it being perfect for dinner dates or that much needed girlfriend R&R.

We got to try the platter of appetizers – my favourites are the Snow Crab Pasta, Steak Tartare and Beet-cured Salmon. If the appetizers were not mouth-watering enough, the mains were to die for. We had the Baked Miso Cod ($38) and the Foie Gras Beef Burger ($28). The cod was so fresh, it melts in your mouth. You’re in for a surprise once your teeth sink in the Foie Gras burger, because the Foie gras would just be oozing out f the beef patty. Although admittedly I was already full at this stage with the food and the free-flow white wine, there’s always room for desserts and the desserts were in the form of Lemon Tart Brulee ($14)  and Sticky Toffee Pudding ($14).  Being the fruity and sour-person that I am, be it coffee, cider or desserts. I preferred the Lemon Tart over the pudding.

After eating, we were taken for a tour, firstly to digest the massive meal we had and secondly to see the whisky bar on the basement called B28, the dreamy suite room at The Club Hotel and finally the Peruvian-inspired rooftop bar called Tiger’s milk where we ended the night. Overall, it was such a chill and palate-satisfying evening and it would surely be a new spot to check out. Sharing some snaps with newly-married bae, Janice (congrats love!).

The Club

28 Ann Siang Road

Singapore 069708

Love,

Hanna

Instagram: @hannatantoco

Visited Kenjo Salon almost two weeks ago and as always, I’m so excited to drop by. I always go on Sundays for two reasons – lesser people, more relaxed environment and second I can come to work on a Monday with an awesome blowout. 2 months ago, if you remember I tried two-toned highlights, obviously using Mucota products. Two months after, the shade has lightened up and I’m getting used to this light shade. I will definitely try to bleach my hair so that I can try candy colours towards the holidays. For now, I tried the  Mucota Scena+ treatment done by my favourite stylist, James.  A 5-step treatment using ingredients found in hair itself and especially formulated for Asian hair types.

I always order black coffee! And during my visit, Lotus snacks were given (I had 3!)

The Scalp Spa was applied to my hair and then massaged and then the steamer combed (this is the first time I saw such a device) was used to open the cuticles. The Essence Scalp Cream adds moisture by replenishing the natural moisturizing factor of your hair and scalp.

A or Adel, which is a moisture base treatment was applied and was left for 5 minutes.  This jelly-looking substance contains various elements which penetrates deep into the hair structure, mimicking  natural moisture retention elements that makes hair soft and hydrated. After 5 minutes, I went for a rinse.

B (Brava) and C (Calore) are sprayed and applied simultaneously. B is an intensive hair repair serum that repairs a wide spectrum of damaged  hair, it creates a net-like structure in hair that prevents essential elements from flowing out and improves texture. C is responsible for protecting and sealing the lustre and keeping the hair shiny, smooth and silky for extended periods of time. After the products were applied, I went for a 10-minute easy steam and then I went for a wash.

The final step is the Ethos which basically helps detox and neutralize residual agents left from chemical treatment, thus preventing further damage. It contains silk proteins and ceramaide, which I read improves hair condition.

James is once again doing his magic!

Final result!

I’ve always been a fan of Mucota products, they’re very easy on Asian hair and it doesn’t leave that musty, salon smell afterwards that will make you dizzy. Make sure you set aside around 1.5 hours-2 hours for this treatment. Enjoy 15% discount when you quote my name and look for James!

Still soft and manageable after 3 days!

Top - c/o MYGF.MY, scarf - Hermes, Pants - Love Bonito, Shoes - Charles & Keith

Love,
Hanna

Instagram: @hannatantoco
E-mail: hannatantoco@gmail.com




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I really appreciate my collaboration with Kenjo Salon – I’ve reinvented my style multiple times = red highlights, c-curls, various treatments, two-toned highlights. I expect my hair to be dead right now but surprisingly it’s still soft and smooth, probably because of the products they use. Of all the treatments I’ve done with them, they only use Mucota and now they have kindly sponsored a full-size Shampoo and Conditioner bottle specially for my coloured and treated hair. My scalp is actually a bit sensitive and it gets itchy and dry when I’m not used to the brand but so far with all the treatments I’ve done, I haven’t had any allergic reaction whatsoever.

 

Here's some photos from my treatment day at Kenjo Salon! My hair is oh-so-tamed here and very shiny too, I am impressed. I chose a lighter shade of the new Mucota Botanical Colors because I wasn't ready to bleach my hair yet. And it turn out so nicely, like I bleached it.







First thing I like about the Mucota Shampoo and conditioner is the packaging. It’s made of a clean, hard white plastic bottle. The minimalist in me is jumping with joy! This is also the kind of bottle that when you drop it whilst in the shower, it won’t break and spill all over (Oh, the joy of potential accidents!)

Second, the smell! Not too strong perfumes were mixed, just the right amount to make you feel good and smell fresh. The all –encompassing saying “freshly showered”

 

 

Third, it leaves my hair soft. Without the heavy and sticky feel. So even if I head out for lunch under the blazing sun or practice hot yoga my hair and scalp still feels light without the itchy feel!

 

 

 

My recommended directions for usage is below and take note I have short bob hair albeit it’s very thick

 

 

The Mucota shampoo and conditioner both retails at S$56 and are available at Kenjo Salon. Visit Mucota's official distributor in Singapore at Facebook.com/Mucota-Beauty & Celebrity.

 

Don’t forget to quote my name to get 15% discount off all hair services when you look for Senior Stylist James.

 

Love,

Hanna

 

Instagram: @hannatantoco

E-mail: hannatantoco@gmail.com

 

 

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Have you ever browsed Instagram pages and got jealous of the perfectly-fixed hair of bloggers or the beach-wavy hair of Victoria’s secret angels? You’re there in your jammies looking at their photos and watching their videos but you think to yourself, “Hey, I don’t have time for that”. Well neither do I J

Thankfully, my hair is cut short bob, but because my hair speaks of volumes and when I say volume –it’s really thick! Sometimes, I want to style my hair too, when I’m attending events where I know everybody will be dressed to the nines and all but because I have short hair it’s a bit of a challenge to be creative.  I’ve tried other brands of styling irons before, but they end up being either too heavy or worst it burns my hair. And I found out about Glam Palm through the Smitten team and I’m happy they have different sizes of hair iron, I chose the one that suits my hair perfectly  - GP201 (short to medium hair)

 
































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