My new go-to Hydrating & Plumping Face Serum

My secret to a dewy, supple complexion for matured skin.

Meet my simple, yet incredibly powerful, hydrating serum. With just three superstar ingredients, this blend is a moisture magnet, working to plump fine lines and restore that coveted healthy glow. Best of all, it’s gentle enough for every single skin type.

The Magic Trio Inside:

• Rose Water: A natural soothing agent that calms redness, balances your skin’s pH, and provides the first layer of hydration.
• Glycerine: A brilliant humectant that acts like a moisture magnet, drawing water deep into the skin to keep it hydrated, soft, and supple all day long.
• Vitamin E: A powerful antioxidant that protects your skin from environmental stressors and helps to lock in all that precious moisture, supporting your skin’s natural barrier.

How To Use For Best Results:

Unlocking the full potential of this serum is all about technique. Follow these simple steps for maximum hydration:

1.  Apply to Damp Skin: Right after cleansing and toning, while your face is still slightly damp, dispense 3-4 drops into your palm.

2.  Press, Don’t Rub: Gently press the serum into your skin and neck. This helps the humectants pull the water deep into the skin layers.

3.  Seal It In: Immediately follow up with your favorite face oil or moisturizer. This final step is crucial. This helps it to "seals" all that hydration in, ensuring it doesn’t evaporate.

4.  Pro Makeup Tip: This is the perfect pre-makeup step! It creates a smooth, plump canvas, allowing your foundation to glide on flawlessly without settling into fine lines.

My Personal Experience:

After just one week of consistent use, the difference in my mature skin is undeniable. It feels more supple and resilient, looks noticeably moister, and has a clearer, more even tone. I also find it incredibly cooling and refreshing to apply, especially during hot and dry weather. An instant pick-me-up for my skin and my senses!

Give it a try and let your skin drink up the goodness.

My self made asam boi drink

This is taken last noon of 19 February 2025. Where I managed to make asam boi drink.

The look of the asam boi drink with ice cubes.

The look of used ingredients on the bottom of the jug.

The initial ingredients. Which I use 1 pack of 4 unit asam boi, 69.9 gm chopped lemongrass and 7 unit of spearmint leaves (5.1 gm). Then I add 450 ml warm water.

I do add lemon juice, lime juice and calamansi juice.

It was tasty for me. But my colleague said it is too sour and too much lemongrass. 

Until then, have fun in making your own asam boi drink.

🧩 Keil µVision Installation Problem: Missing Compiler 5

It all started after I shared the Keil µVision installation manual with the students on 9 October 2025. Everything seemed fine at first, until our class session on 15 October 2025. When several students reported encountering the “missing compiler 5” error during program build.

At that time, I reviewed their installation steps one by one, but the issue persisted. It wasn’t immediately clear whether the error came from a missing ARM toolchain component, a corrupted setup, or path configuration in Keil µVision.

By 29 October 2025, after our follow-up class, I noticed the problem still hadn’t been fully resolved. Between teaching, project supervision, and updating other course materials, I decided to dedicate some time to recheck the installation sequence myself in the morning 30 October 2025.

After about 40 minutes of testing, troubleshooting, and re-verifying the installation paths, I finally found the root cause; and the correct fix for the missing compiler 5 error. During that time, I also updated the installation manual with the corrected steps.

However, I haven’t shared the updated manual in the class Telegram group yet. Only a partial explanation and end result. were posted there. To help students who needed a quick reference what they should achieve in the end while I continue refining the full document for clarity and completeness.

Until then, have fun in trouble shooting error in Keil µVision.

Making mango yogurt smoothie diabetes version

This is taken on the morning of 28 May 2025. Where I managed to make mango yogurt smoothie diabetes version. I use 150 gm mango, 245 gm Greek yogurt, 120 gm coconut water+its flesh. Blend all. It taste better after 4 hours in fridge with added mango cubes from the balance. 

Repairing broken part on multimeter

Captured on the evening of 3 October 2024:

• Before Repair: Front and back views of the multimeter prior to repair.

• After Repair: Restored functionality and appearance.

A simple Philips screwdriver was used for this task. Enjoy working on multimeter repairs in the lab!

🖥️ “Old but Not Obsolete”: A Quick Fix on a Vintage Windows Vista PC

This moment was captured on the afternoon of 27 May 2025, right after an intern diploma student mentioned he couldn't figure out how to take a screenshot on a Windows Vista computer. Where it was connected to the CNC machine in the PCB lab.

It took me less than a minute to get the screenshot done. No command prompt needed, no complicated steps. Just good old knowledge and muscle memory from the days of floppy disks. As someone who began using computers in the pre-USB era and holds a degree in Computer Engineering, I couldn’t help but feel a little proud. Sometimes, experience really does speak for itself.

Apparently, even ChatGPT couldn’t provide the answer he needed. And like a friend of mine said: Well, ChatGPT wasn’t around in the ’90s.

This whole encounter reminded me of a phrase made iconic by Arnold Schwarzenegger in Terminator Genisys: “Old but not obsolete.”

Arnold used it to emphasize that even though something or someone that may be aging, they’re far from irrelevant. That line couldn’t be more fitting in moments like this.

Until then, here’s to keeping old skills sharp and remembering that sometimes, the most timeless tools are the ones we’ve carried the longest. 👨‍💻💾

📝 Editing PDF Documents with Adobe

On the morning of 22 September 2025, I tried editing a PDF using Adobe. And honestly, it made life so much easier. No more struggling with converting files or looking for free online tools that don’t always work.

It was definitely worth the money I spent on the app. Everything feels seamless, and being able to quickly make changes to PDF files as needed saves me a lot of time and stress.

Sometimes, the right tool really is worth the investment.

Sweetness Test of My Harum Manis Mango

Last noon of 9 October 2025, just able to finished testing the Brix level of my freshly harvested Harum Manis mango. And the reading came out between 17 to 18° Brix! That means it’s beautifully sweet and perfectly ripe, just as expected from this variety.

The flavor is rich, honey-like, and smooth. Truly worth all the effort and care spent nurturing the tree. Each bite tastes like a reward for months of watering, pruning, and waiting for the right moment to harvest.

However, it’s important to note that this sweetness level (17–18° Brix) is not diabetes-friendly (disclaimer). As it indicates a high natural sugar content.

So, while it’s a delight for mango lovers, those watching their blood sugar should enjoy it only in moderation.

Until the next harvest, here’s to the joy of growing, tasting, and celebrating your own fruits at home.

Reference:

[1] Harvested mango last 8 October 2025 https://serinurulbeauty.blogspot.com/2025/10/morning-harvest-harum-manis-mango-from.html

Morning Harvest: Harum Manis Mango from My Own Tree

In the morning of 8 October 2025, I spent some time harvesting fruits from my self-planted Harum Manis mango tree at home. And managed to pick four lovely mangoes.

The heaviest weigh 565.5 gm. Followed by 456.8 gm, 446.3 gm and 206.3 gm.
The shape isn’t as curvy as those from Perlis, but that’s understandable. I only have one Harum Manis tree, and there are no other Harum Manis trees nearby. So, cross-pollination with other mango varieties might have influenced the shape. The environment here in Johor, with its different climate compared to Perlis, could also be a contributing factor.

Still, the fruits turned out beautifully. They’re sweet, fragrant, and have smooth, clean skin. Free from the usual sticky sap or blemishes. Friends who saw the pictures even complimented how neat and healthy they looked. That definitely made me feel proud. It feels like all the care, time, and effort I put into tending this tree have truly paid off.

Regardless of the shape, the taste and quality are satisfying. Nothing beats the joy of harvesting your own home-grown mangoes.

Until then, happy harvesting to all who grow their own fruits at home! 🌼🥭

🌀 The Downside of Using an Ultra High-Speed Fan

Entry made on the noon of 3 July 2025.

So here’s something they don’t mention when you buy an ultra high-speed fan. When a hair getting trapped inside.

I noticed it yesterday, but only this morning did I manage to get a closer look and try removing it. It was a struggle. I’d say I only managed to pull out about 30% of the trapped hair so far. The design is super slim, which makes it nearly impossible to insert bending forceps or bending tweezers properly. I ended up using an earpick, which was oddly the most effective tool I had on hand. On top of the honeycomb hole noise reduction design. Which makes it impossible to clean through the back side.

Still experimenting with what tool works best for this particular portable fan model. It’s a little frustrating, but I guess it’s part of owning high-speed gadgets. With small design, big airflow, tight corners.

Also it does hurt very much when it accidentally falls on my feet after Zohor prayer of 4 July 2025. Fortunately it does not bruise my aging right feet.

Until then, have fun figuring out how to clean your ultra high-speed fan. If you’ve found a clever tool that works, I’d love to know!