It is no longer news that H and I have moved into our home but this newfound freedom we have been experiencing the past two months is definitely worth celebrating! Our bedroom and living area do not face any opposite blocks so it is extremely liberating not having to worry about peeping toms and the likes!

We are not living in a private property. So, to ensure maximum security for our home, H and I decided to get a peephole camera installed. He has been travelling regularly for work lately and I sleep alone on days when he's overseas. For a new neighbourhood, it is especially unsafe since not all residents have moved in yet, and there are still a lot of lurkers/workers/contractors around. I heard there is even a splash paint incident in the opposite block!!

Yes, Singapore might have low-crime rates BUT crimes are still occurring on a daily basis. Not publicised does not equate to a 100% safe country. Like how I would never leave my belongings on the table then leave to buy my food, I would not allow my home to be secure-less. Because you never know when you might be the next target.

So anyway, H and I ordered the iHome3 Wifi Smart Peephole Doorbell from Zenith Engineering. There are not a lot of peephole cameras available but we did our research and this is one of the best models in the market!

Zenith Engineering & Trading PTE LTD is a Digital PeepHole Viewer Specialist and Distributor who does sales of various models of digital peephole viewer to retailers and projects, as well as to individuals like myself. Installation services are provided by them too but to be honest, it is extremely easy to install the peephole doorbell so I'd say, DIY like what we (I mean, H) did!

What came in the package:

Why is this peephole camera the best, you ask?

Firstly, the peephole itself is already a security feature. With such a big and obvious peephole, anyone would know their presence is being recorded and they will actually think twice before trying to do anything illegal such as breaking into our house, etc.

The camera viewer replaced the old-school peephole and all we've to do is click the "Man" button to see who's on the other side.

Home screen - access pictures/videos taken of strangers/friends/ourselves under "Picture" and "Video". You can choose to switch on or off motion detection using "Motion".

The "Main Menu" icon will lead you to the above screen! You can choose to customise your preferences by clicking on individual icons.

Secondly, for every motion detected at the door, H and I will receive notification on our mobile phones in the form of an alert. This is especially crucial when both of us are travelling and we know we are not expecting anyone. If we want to identify the unknown character, H and I can immediately login to the live video screening on our phones using the app "Rollup"! From our phones, we are instantly logged on to see what's happening right in front of our home.

This is what the live viewing page looks like on the phone:

The iHome3 Peephole Camera works very well at night too with the infra-red night vision motion sensor. This is a screenshot taken at midnight on my smartphone with the remote viewing function. Makes for a pretty good evidence should it ever be required (but of course, that's H in the screenshot lol)!

Press the "man" logo (just beside the SOS button) and we'll see what's happening right outside. The camera detects motion up to 1.5m so our neighbours were captured at times!

Also, the iHome3 Peephole Camera is so much quicker and easier to install as compared to a CCTV on the ceiling. You can refer to the short clip above to learn how to install. The entire process only took H a couple of minutes to get it up and working!

Each fully charged battery for the iHome3 Peephole Camera lasts for approximately 7-10 days and I loveeeee that rechargeable batteries are used for this! Most of the other peephole cameras use disposable batteries which I don't think is as environmental friendly. Additionally, the battery holder is located at the top of the viewer which provides easy replacement and we don't have to remove the viewer each time a battery change is required.

Other functions embedded in the iHome3 Wifi Smart Peephole Doorbell you might be interested in are:
- 2-way video call
- SOS call to pre-set emergency number with a SIM card in the camera
- Runs on wifi connection
- Acts as a doorbell on top of being a peephole camera

All in all, H and I are very pleased with this new security gadget installed in our home. We feel very much at ease when the both of us are not in, and especially for H who knows I'll always be in safe hands when I am home alone.

I've always believe that security should be the number one priority for the home especially when most of us consider it as our safe haven. Hence, if you have always been thinking of getting some kind of security feature for your adobe, I would recommend the iHome3 Wifi Smart Peephole Doorbell or if you don't need the Wifi feature, you can consider the iHome 2 Peephole Doorbell which has all the same functions.

The kind people at Zenith Engineering are offering my readers a special rate of $288 (UP $368) for an unit of the iHome3 Wifi Smart Peephole Doorbell. To place an order, you can email them at sales@zenithengineering.com.sg or contact the owners at 82982157 / 9766 3890. Quote my name (Jessica Tham or tippytapp) when you place your order to enjoy this special price!

For more information and updates about Zenith Engineering Trading Pte Ltd, check out their Facebook page (www.facebook.com/zenithengineeringtrading) or follow them on Instagram (@zenith_engineering).

Happy National Day, my dear Singaporeans! :)

Beauty Review: Origins Retexturizing Mask and Renewal Serum

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I never had much skin problems throughout my life, not even when I was going through the pimply teenage phase. For that, I definitely have to thank my parents for their good genes. All through the years till I entered polytechnic, I only washed my face with whatever cleanser my mum bought for the family and on some days, I didn't even use it. When I was 17, I learnt a little about skincare as I started using makeup and fortunately, I knew I had to cleanse my face properly haha.

I received a lot of compliments on my flawless complexion, non-existing pores and smooth skin...until I hit 26 when the flattery stopped coming in. Just like how I was going through quarter-life crisis mentally, my skin is going through the same process physically as well. My complexion was looking dull, I spotted uneven skin patches and I just looked tired. I realised as I age, my skin is changing. What I was using in the past no longer works for me.

And only now did I know there's something known as quarter-life skin concerns! The symptoms I spotted above are exactly what I was (and still am) going through.

Hence, this time round, I will be reviewing the latest anti-aging products from Origins, the Original Skin Retexturizing Mask with Rose Clay and the Original Skin Renewal Serum with Willowherb, both just launched in Singapore on 1st August. Origins is offering my readers an exclusive promotion so read on to find out what is it! ;)

The Original Skin Retexturizing Mask with Rose Clay is a two-in-one purifying mask and skin refiner that’s formulated with Canadian willowherb, Persian silk tree, and a potent blend of actives to smooth, refine pores, and boost skin’s overall quality.

Unlike normal clay mask, the Original Skin Retexturizing Mask comes with Jojoba beads in it and comes in a beautiful shade of pastel pink - what an eye-candy (all natural ingredients by the way)!

While spreading the mask, the exfoliating beads gently polishes my skin's surface. At the same time,  the rose clay deep cleans my skin's inner layers by absorbing impurities, excess oils and drawing out dirt in the pores. 

After washing off with wet fingertips, I am left with refined skin texture that is silky-smooth to the touch. My complexion appears translucent and youthful-looking. Most importantly, my skincare products are absorbed really quick into my skin immediately after! That is when I know a product works because pores are clean and unclogged, hence allowing faster absorption.

Quarter-life skin concerns are less visible compared to teenage acne and midlife lines/wrinkles but are just as impactful. And this is when the Origins's Original Skin Renewal Serum with Willowherb comes in. Quarter-life skin concerns such as rough texture, enlarged pores, stressed skin, flaws and loss of radiance would benefit when using the serum.

I have combination skin which tends to be a little dry at times but skincare for dry skin are usually too rich for my face so I love, love, love gel products! The Original Skin Renewal Serum comes in a lightweight gel texture which my skin adores because it was absorbed quicker than any other serums I have used.

My face remains matte-looking, with imperfections softened and I am left with a flawless finish. There is no icky sticky feeling on my skin, it just feels like I have nothing on my face.

Designed to restore the glow of younger skin, I think the Original Skin Renewal Serum did it for me. With regular use, my skin's vibrancy is renewed, no longer as dull-looking and my skin gives off a fair luminosity. And my pores - they are almost non-existent!

I would recommend layering the Original Skin Renewal Serum with a hydrating serum or moisturiser at night as this might not provide enough hydration for the skin alone when it is doing its repair work.

Glowing complexion, smooth texture, restored clarity - no #quarterlifecrisis for my skin with the Origins Original Skin Renewal Serum with Willowherb and the Original Skin Retexturizing Mask with Rose Clay!

Head over to Origins's Facebook page to get free samples for both products and see for yourself the effects they'll have on your skin!

Fill up the form as seen above (this link!) and you'll be on your way to healthy, radiant-looking skin! :)

Origins is offering my readers the solution to your #QuarterLifeCrisis with the Origins Original Skin Set at a promotional price!

The Origins Original Skin Set includes:
- Original Skin Serum 30ml
- Original Skin Mask 100ml
- Ginzing Refreshing Scrub Cleanser 150ml

Simply flash this blog post and quote "ORIGINS JESSICA" to purchase the products I've reviewed + the cleanser at only $128 (U.P. $166)! That's a hefty 23% savings!! Promo ends 30th Sep 2015.

You can check out this link to find your nearest Origins store.

Have a lovely Jubilee weekend, everyone! :)

#WIWT

Nothing spells "favourite kinda casual" more than the outfit ensemble I put together here. I love wearing loose-fitting clothes that doesn't restrict movements or make me feel uncomfortable in my own skin. I see these individual pieces as "must-haves" in the wardrobe because there are various ways to mix and match them depending on the occasion and existing clothes you have in your wardrobe. Yay to neutral colours! Which reminds me, I have been wearing SO MUCH whites lately, I couldn't wash all my dirty white laundry in one load.

Outfit details:
V-Neck Top from Runwaybandits
Pleated Midi Skirt from Runwaybandits
Bag from Chanel
Sandals from Annie and Lori
Sunglasses from Lumière Days
Watch from ELLE
Accessories from Taobao
Flower bouquet from MyFloralLoft

Photos taken with Canon 650D / 85mm lens by my husband, H