Jane Network-Life is art, your life is your masterpiece. : March 2020

Friday, March 27, 2020

Q: What’s the best perfume for men?

Bleu de CHANEL Eau De Parfum (EDP) -Aromatic woody

Bleu de CHANEL Eau De Parfum (EDP)-Aromatic woody

Recommended ? : 4- highly recommended
rating scale: 1-not recommended, 2-moderate 3-good, 4-highly recommended

Smell fresh, clean, elegant and classy. Better choice compare to Gucci Guilty Black. Good gift choice for boyfriend.

Composition:

Citrus, ambery Cedar, TonkaBean and Vanilla.

Product Award:

Winner of Allure magazine's 'Best of Beauty' Award for Best Men's Scent, 2018
2019 Fifi Awards: Fragrance of the Year-Men's Luxury and Media Campaign of the Year-Men's.

Way to use:

Eau de parfum is sprayed in a cloud inside clothing or the skin.
Bf has the habit of spraying on his clothes.

Available type:

Eau de Toilette (EDT): lightest & most relaxed fragrance.
Eau de Parfum (EDP): closest in strength & character to the parfum form.
Parfum: most powerful, concentrated & long-lasting form of fragrance.

Available in 3 sizes:

50ml, 100ml , 150ml

Where to buy:

Any Chanel official boutique

Note:

try not to buy fake perfume. May contain chemical ingredients which might cause respiratory & skin problems. Even buying original, my bf still worries & only spray on shirt.

Original Price :

(2019), ~RM 600++
Purchased from Chanel boutique, Malaysia. Price may varies, original luxury boutique will typically adjust price from time to time.

Chanel Background:

Luxury fashion house founded by Coco Chanel , headquaters in Paris, France.
one of the most influential luxury designer brands which focus on high fashion, ready-made clothes, luxury products, and accessories.
Chanel de Bleu created by Jacques Polge, French perfumer, Head Perfumer at Les Parfums Chanel. (Chanel's fragrance creator of 35 years). Created every Chanel fragrance launched since 1978, including Coco, Coco Mademoiselle, Allure, Chance, Chanel de Bleu and Chanel No.5 Eau Premiere

-the information provided is based on personal experiences & reference materials during purchase

Credits :
https://www.harpersbazaar.com/beauty/makeup/g27787872/fragrance-foundation-fifi-award-winners-2019/
https://www.chanel.com/us/fragrance/p/107360/bleu-de-chanel-eau-de-parfum-pour-homme-spray/?nrtv_cid=f0688ec3a3544f83431789f5c9efeddf979325433a4561f450748c4013bbb0fb&utm_source=narrativ&utm_campaign=allure&utm_medium=affiliate&=undefined
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jacques_Polge
https://www.vogue.co.uk/article/jacques-polge-retires-as-chanel-fragrace-creator

Sunday, March 22, 2020

KATE SPADE New York - Cameron candace satchel hand bag- PXRU5931

Q: Why Kate Spade?

Because their saffiano leather is very durable

Recommended? : Yes

Cameron candace satchel, black used to be the signature design that rarely have discount. Currently they've changed top management and stop the signature design and move to another type of leather coated with anti scratch coating. But still this will always be one of my favorite & one of the most practical & durable handbag over time.
The saffiano leather is suitable for rough usage, scratch-proof and doesn't peel like soft leather. Bought a mini version 2 years back, often use it and still in good condition. Just the mini one is not so practical if you've many things to bring.
durable, classy, elegant & practical design which comes in different color. The large version has very large space & suitable to use as office bag. I've been putting all the important documents / receipts in the front compartment when we manage our new house renovation, the hard leather doesn't change shape easily and ensure the papers put in the bag are in good condition & not wrinkled .
I love practical, quality & durable bag, this is one of my favorite . If you still see this design in the market just buy. It's just an entry level affordable luxury brand but it's worth the money for day to day use. Some higher level luxury goods costs more but doesn't provide the practical durability that you need for day to day use. You need extra care for the leather during use which i don't think is practical if you just need a bag to go hawker stall for a delicious local meal. Use a more durable handbag so that you have less worry on the stain.
If there's stain, you can bring your handbag for cleaning in any outlet like Pavillion KL, Gurney Paragon, Queensbay Penang. They'll clean it with leather solution and is FOC.

Key Features:

Classic & functional bag
crosshatched leather with matching trim
book stripe printed on poly twill lining
14 karat gold plated hardware
saffiano leather , tough to break/ get dirty,water-resistant & scratch-proof (more durable)
Luggage tag bag charm with hardware accent
Slim front pocket, 3-pocket interior.
Rolled handles and optional, adjustable shoulder strap. Dust bag included.
Available in varieties of colors & 3 sizes (mini, medium, large).

Retail Boutique vs Factory Outlet:

Material Quality Difference

Boutiques material are high-quality leather.
Outlet material will be lighter, thinner, weaker and less durable with lower grade leather.

Price difference

Boutique price are higher even after discount.
Outlet can be almost half of the price

Design difference

Boutique 14-karat gold Kate Spade charm / hardware are available. Follow standard signature design. Luggage tag bag charm with hardware accent.
Outlet 14-karat gold Kate Spade charm / hardware are removed. Slightly different design in handles, Luggage tag bag charm without hardware accent.

Original Price :

(2019), RM1,850 (Original boutique) - Candace Large
(2017), RM1,700 (Original boutique) - Candace Mini

Kate Spades Background:

American luxury fashion design house founded in 1993, headquarters in New York, United States.
Known competitors of Michael Kors
Company was purchased by Tapestry, Inc. formerly known as Coach.
Luxury can be divided into levels:
-Entry level luxury / affordable luxury: Kate Spade, Michael Kors, Coach
-Moderate luxury / accessible core: Ralph Lauren
-Premium core: Louis Vuitton, Chanel
The categories of luxury are determined by their target demographic, product price points, scarcity and exclusivity.

-the information provided is based on personal experiences & reference materials during purchase

Credits :
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kate_Spade_New_York
http://static5.businessinsider.com/pyramid-of-luxury-brands-2015-3
https://www.quora.com/If-Kate-Spade-Ralph-Lauren-and-Coach-are-considered-luxury-brands-then-why-arent-their-bags-as-expensive-as-Louis-Vuitton-bags-or-Chanel-bags

Address (Penang) :
Gurney Paragon: L1.14, Gurney Paragon Mall, Gurney Dr, 10250 George Town, Penang
Queensbay: 1F-78, Ground Floor, Queensbay Mall, Unit GF-76/75 (B), Lot, No. 100, Persiaran Bayan Indah, 11900 Bayan Lepas, Penang

The hierarchy of luxury brands around the world, business insider.

Tortilla wrap method

Q: How to wrap a tortilla?

Use method 2 from this video. (0:18 onwards)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VISogdR_Jts&feature=youtu.be

Add sauce at the end of tortilla to make it stick (1:36 onwards)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pXe_Wt-Qu4E&feature=youtu.be

Grill the tortilla skin about 30 secs - 1min on flat pan (5:57 onwards)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S-k0uLs2rRU

Grill the tortilla skin about 30 secs - 1min on grill pan
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PobMBZzdpgM (2:53 onwards)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KvZl4i91jtU (4:50 onwards)

For fillings, can try these or put anything u like.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UzFoThs2Qpw&feature=youtu.be
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qzsAA5zRHu4&feature=youtu.be

Procedure:

Spread sauce (size of the wrap) , add ingredients, fold edge of tortilla.
Pull the tortilla towards you with your fingers and slightly compress the ingredients.
Roll the wrap tightly, to the end, put sauce to make it stick
Tuck each end of the tortilla (3 tucks) which will keep the wrap in shape.
Add 1 spray of olive oil and heat up the pan.
Heat it on hot pan for about 1 min each side to roast the tortilla,slice in the middle of wrap. (vice versa)
Slice lemon / parsley for garnishing.

**Recipe may improvised & depends on personal preferences.
**Refer credits for original recipes.

Credits :
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VISogdR_Jts&feature=youtu.be
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pXe_Wt-Qu4E&feature=youtu.be
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qzsAA5zRHu4&feature=youtu.be
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UzFoThs2Qpw&feature=youtu.be
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PobMBZzdpgM

Spain green olives + scrambled egg with Spain olive oil + Australia honey mustard + garlic + shallot

wrap with Spain green olives + scrambled egg with Spain olive oil + Turkey Jamie Oliver himalaya pink salt + cucumber + Australia honey mustard + garlic + shallot

Rice cooker Hainanese chicken rice recipe

Asian cuisine: Hainanese chicken rice recipe - with rice cooker

Servings: 1pax

Ingredients:

Hainanese chicken

180g Chicken thigh
6 grind salt
2 dash pepper
1 tablespoon sesame oil
1 tablespoon ginger chicken paste

Hainanese rice

80g / 3/4, cup rice
12g / 1 1/2 tablespoon sesame oil
10g garlic, minced
6g ginger, minced
2 tablespoon ginger chicken paste

Garnishing

Hainanese chili
2 stalk spring onion
2 dash pepper
4 slices cucumbers
2 cherry tomatoes

Dipping Soy Sauce

1/2 tablespoon fried garlic
1 tablespoon oyster sauce
1 tablespoon dark sweet soy sauce
1 tablespoon light soy sauce
2 tablespoons water
1 tablespoons sesame oil

Procedure:

Add water to large pan, cook evenly.
Add 12g sesame oil over medium-high heat. Add 10g garlic, 6g ginger, 2 tablespoon and fry until aromatic, about 1 minute.
Add Ginger chicken paste, then add the rice and stir to coat, about 3 minutes.
Transfer the 80g / 3/4, cup rice to a rice cooker and add 2 cups water (depends on type of rice, the type of rice that i'm using require more water. add slightly more water if you're planning to keep warm at night and serve in the morning).
Season the chicken with 3 grind of salt , 1 dash pepper (each side), 1 tablespoon ginger chicken paste, place the chicken above rice in rice cooker
Set AI rice cooker to usual cook rice setting and cook for 20mins.
Make the dipping soy sauce in a small bowl, combine all the ingredients.
Serve the sliced chicken with the rice, dipping sauces, sliced cucumbers, tomatoes, spring onion, pepper and Hainanese chili.

**Recipe may improvised to 1-2 serving with whatever ingredients available & depends on our preferences.
**Refer credits for original recipes.

Credits :
https://rasamalaysia.com/chicken-rice/

https://tasty.co/recipe/hainanese-chicken-rice

Sunday, March 15, 2020

What type of hand sanitizer is effective for Coronavirus?

Q: What type of hand sanitizer is effective for Coronavirus disease (COVID-19) ?

hand sanitizer with between 60% and 95% alcohol content. Alcohol is the active ingredient, may have other ingredients like moisturizers or scents.
usually isopropyl alcohol, ethanol (ethyl alcohol) or n-propanol
according to the CDC, rub sanitizer to coat your hands entirely and let it completely dry. If wipe off before it dries, it won’t be as effective.
Hand sanitizer is used if soap and water are not readily available.
the best is still washing hands with soap and water for at least 20 seconds. CDC's handwashing website recommended by Havard Health Publishing by Havard Medical School.

Hand Sanitizer type and comparison

Alcohol-based hand sanitisers
-contain varying amounts and types of alcohol, often between 60% and 95% and usually isopropyl alcohol, ethanol (ethyl alcohol) or n-propanol.
-Alcohol able to kill most germs including MRSA and E coli, they’re also effective against many viruses, including the influenza A virus, rhinovirus, hepatitis A virus, HIV, and Middle East respiratory syndrome coronavirus (MERS-CoV).
-below 60% alcohol content, the effectiveness drops very dramatically.
Alcohol-free hand sanitisers
-contain quarternary ammonium compounds (usually benzalkonium chloride) instead of alcohol.
-reduce microbes but are less effective than alcohol.

Note:

CDC requirement for coronavirus:
-hand sanitizer that contains at least 60% alcohol.
-consider alcohol-based wipes or spray containing at least 70% alcohol to clean and disinfect surface.
In simple words, alcohol free hand sanitizer and unclear alcohol % hand sanitizer just doesn't serve the intended purpose. It makes you personally feel safe but put you in risk. Just wash hands for at least 20 seconds if you can't find a good hand sanitizer.

CDC background

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)
Leading national public health institute of the United States.
United States federal agency responsible to protect public health and safety through control and prevention of disease, injury, and disability in US and internationally.
The health care information on CDC is reliable and highly recommended by medical doctors. It's actually recommended by my specialist wellness doctor from famous private hospital.
CDC information also recommended by Havard Health Publishing by Havard Medical School.

Havard Health Publishing

Publishing division of the Harvard Medical School of Harvard University.
Havard University , Private Ivy League research university in Cambridge, Massachusetts. Ranked as the world's top university every year since it was released.
Publish latest health information that is authoritative, trustworthy, and accessible with expertise of the 10,000+ faculty physicians at Harvard Medical School.
Publishing content is made available to public through syndicated daily newspaper column and licensing arrangements with a wide range of public and corporate websites.
Harvard Medical School was founded in 1782 and encompasses 18 affiliated hospitals with more than 11,000 members of the faculty, including more than 10,000 clinical physicians.

-the information provided is based on personal experiences & worthy information from reference materials during purchase. Do get professional advice for best practice.

Credits :
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Harvard_University
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Harvard_Medical_School

https://www.health.harvard.edu/about-us
https://www.businessinsider.my/how-to-make-sure-your-hand-sanitizer-is-effective-coronavirus-2020-3?r=US&IR=T
https://www.cdc.gov/handwashing/show-me-the-science-hand-sanitizer.html
https://www.health.harvard.edu/diseases-and-conditions/coronavirus-resource-center#Prevention
https://theconversation.com/coronavirus-not-all-hand-sanitisers-work-against-it-heres-what-you-should-use-133277
https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/prepare/prevention.html
https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/community/election-polling-locations.html
https://www.dettol.co.uk/about-us/understanding-coronavirus/

Havard Health Publishing by Havard Medical School.

Business insiders

CDC

Hand sanitizer gel & spray
Left: 66% alochol , Right: unspecified alcohol %

UK disinfection wipes with DGHM/VAH approved for medical device.
70% alcohol (medical grade)

UK disinfection wipes (200pcs/bottle)
70% alcohol (medical grade)

Hand sanitizer gel
70% alcohol
When i return to pharmacy to buy more, all the stock was reserved by doctors. It’s a bit hard to get branded certified hand sanitizer at this time but at least the hand sanitizer is meeting the minimum CDC requirement with at least 60% alcohol

Hand sanitizer liquid (require to pour into spray bottle) & Pharmacist recommended
75% alcohol (medical grade)

Disinfectant Surface Spray
60% alcohol
only spray at appropriate surface. don’t just spray blindly and spoil your item.

Disinfection wipes
70% alcohol (medical grade)

What type of mask is effective for Coronavirus ?

Q: What type of mask is effective for Coronavirus disease (COVID-19) ?

Surgical mask and N95 respirators.
N95 respirators offer higher level protection
WHO recommends N95, FFP2, or equivalent respirator.
CDC recommends NIOSH-certified disposable N95
Typically N95 recommended for healthcare workers for airborne precaution and should be used during be used during aerosol generating procedures due to tight fitting design.

Mask type and comparison

Anti virus & Anti bacteria function:
N95>Surgical mask>FFP1>active carbon mask> fabric mask > sponge mask

Surgical mask (strongest protection)
N95 respirator (medical use)
FFP1 (isolate suspended particles)
Active carbon mask (unpleasant smell or surrounding)
Fabric mask (keep warm in cold weather)
Sponge mask (aesthetic use, barely any protection function)

Note: Homemade DIY fabric mask is not able to protect from infections disease and may cause risk of higher infection. Refer to Public Heath Malaysia for further explanations.

Mask type and function

Difference between surgical mask and N95 respirator, CDC & Harvard health.

Be cautious on counterfeit N95 mask

CDC web page provides a table of NIOSH-approved N95 respirators, listed alphabetically by manufacturer, model number / product line. Not all product and model qualified for N95 function.
Qualified N95 mask is approved by National Institute of Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH).
Malaysia qualified N95 masks will have JKKP approved label .
JKKP (Jabatan Keselamatan dan Kesihatan Pekerjaan) also known as Department of Occupational Safety and Health (DOSH).
Fullfill requirement of European Standard (EN 149:2001) & FFR classification .
EN 149 European standard for face pieces - filtering halfmasks to protect against particles
According to OSHA, The use of counterfeit or altered respirators can jeopardize worker health and safety. there is no way of knowing whether these products or parts meet the stringent testing and quality assurance requirements of NIOSH and will provide workers with the expected level of protection.

counterfeit mask , CDC

Sample of JKKP approved N95 mask - supplied by subsidiary of Sunway Group .

Be cautious on counterfeit surgical mask

According to OSHA, only surgical masks that are regulated by U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) are legally marketed in the United Stated and have been tested for their ability to resist blood and body fluids.

Counterfeit surgical mask, CNN world

Sample of FDA approved surgical mask

Note:
-Personally i find it difficult to identify counterfeit features of surgical mask. So i actually prefer N95 mask.
-Here's some counterfeit test and doubtful brands shared by forum regarding counterfeit surgical mask and FDA surgical mask. Do share with me if you have more reliable source to verify and identify counterfeit feature of surgical mask.

WHO background

World Health Organization (WHO)
United Nations specialized agency (headquartered in Geneva, Switzerland) responsible for world public health .
Primary role is to direct international health within the United Nations' system and to lead partners in global health responses.
WHO constitution signed by 61 countries

NIOSH background

National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH)
United States federal agency responsible for research and recommendations for the prevention of work-related injury and illness.
NIOSH is part of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) within the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services.

CDC background

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)
Leading national public health institute of the United States.
United States federal agency responsible to protect public health and safety through control and prevention of disease, injury, and disability in US and internationally.
The health care information on CDC is reliable and highly recommended by medical doctors. It's actually recommended by my specialist wellness doctor from famous private hospital.
CDC information also recommended by Havard Health Publishing by Havard Medical School.

Havard Health Publishing

Publishing division of the Harvard Medical School of Harvard University.
Havard University , Private Ivy League research university in Cambridge, Massachusetts. Ranked as the world's top university every year since it was released.
Publish latest health information that is authoritative, trustworthy, and accessible with expertise of the 10,000+ faculty physicians at Harvard Medical School.
Publishing content is made available to public through syndicated daily newspaper column and licensing arrangements with a wide range of public and corporate websites.
Harvard Medical School was founded in 1782 and encompasses 18 affiliated hospitals with more than 11,000 members of the faculty, including more than 10,000 clinical physicians.

OSHA background

Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)
Agency of United States Department of Labor
established under Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSH Act), responsible to assure safe and healthy working conditions, enforce standards and by providing training, outreach, education and assistance

-the information provided is based on personal experiences and some reading materials which i've came across during purchase. i do not guarantee 100% accuracy on the information provided as i do not have any professional healthcare qualification. Do get professional advice for best practice and before making any decisions.