Was glad to be able to be at the open day for Altuz Academy in Solaris Mont Kiara. As a parent of 2, everyday is a learning experience and today was one of it.



I have heard of Dyslexia, ADHD and Autism before. I am sure many of you have also heard of these conditions before atleast once. However, do you really know what type of condition is this and when or how to actually manage it properly?



Many, like me have the perception, that Dyslexia, is a person seeing the words upside down or words floating, actually it's not. Someone diagnosed with Dyslexia actually has a different way of reading. Dyslexia is more of the input.



When a person with Dyslexia reads a word, that word goes on a marathon race through their right brains first before heading to the back of their left brain whereas a person without Dyslexia reads a word and that word travels straight to the back of their left brain immediately to know what word it is.


Dysgraphia is a new thing I've heard about today. It's about the output, basically it's a deficiency in the ability to write especially handwriting. However at some level some may be able to write but may experience difficulties with other fine motor skills, such as tying shoes etc.



Here at Altuz Academy, Dr Choy Su-Ling deep dived into understanding more on the Orton-Gillingham reading specialist technique. Because having first hand experience herself on her kids, she had difficulty finding the right and proper support for those with Dyslexia, Dysgraphia, ADHD and Autism in Malaysia. This was also the reason why, after going into details and learning about this OG reading specialist technique, she noticed that it was helpful and beneficial for her kids as she sees improvements through this method.



Hence, the grand opening today at Solaris Mont Kiara, where anyone can send their loved ones with these conditions to get an assessment and also OG tutoring; where they will access the condition of the child or individual then provide a schedule plan. Because the lack of expert instruction and proper intervention, to rectify the reading problems of Dyslexic children, can lead to irreparable harm, low self-esteem and widening gap that becomes increasingly difficult to close.



Further delays in early intervention, can also cause them to fall behind in traditional schooling. This will have a negative societal impact and it is our (the parents & the adults) responsibility to ensure that, their Dyslexic children are able to read proficiently to ensure their quality of life.



Dr. Choy together with centre manager Yap Jo Ling, created history in the international dyslexia community by being the first two AOGPE-trained academic language therapists from Malaysia. It is where all Academic Language Therapists at the academy receive the vigorous training and supervised practicum accredited by the Academy of Orton-Gillingham Practitioners and Educators (AOGPE) and International Dyslexia Association (IDA).

The Orton-Gillingham Approach, is a highly structured evidence-based approach to teaching, reading and recognized by the International Dyslexia Association (IDA). This approach was developed in the 1920s by Dr Samuel Orton. A doctor who first discovered dyslexia, together with Anna Gillingham, who is a gifted teacher and a psychologist.

Lesson reports will be provided to the parents and also Monthly Report to show progress of the students in Altuz Academy

The OG approach is also supported by over 100,000 scientific studies over 70 years that conclusively showed that a reading approach should include five important pillars such as phonemic awareness, systematic phonics, fluency, vocabulary and comprehension.


It is a powerful instructional approach that benefits students of all ages and abilities so that learning becomes a rewarding experience to them. Some of the key features to this approach are the multisensory, sequential, incremental, cumulative, individualized, based on phonograms and explicit!



So it's basically a condition with an early intervention, where reading, writing, spelling and handwriting, can be normalized so it doesn't grow with the child until adulthood. Because the longer you delay, the extra effort is needed to resolve this condition will take extra hardwork.

I must announce that I was never a fan of makeups until recently after an unpredictable turn of events, I decided to feel and look good for me, myself and I. It may be surprising to alot of my friends who have known me in the past to be someone simple and no makeup kinda girl next door; Surprising my husband as well! I used to put on really light makeup only for formal events and that's it!

Today I will like to share my experience at iStyle Academy in Bandar Puteri Puchong. By the way, it's super near Puteri Mart.



For a 2-hour Personal Makeup class that covers makeup theory, day/natural makeup, night/dinner makeup, smokey eye makeup etc; That is worth RM588 is now on offer for RM399! Valid until end of May 2018.



What we learn is pretty easy to grasp during this 2-hour personal make up class. Allow me to take you through.



Firstly, we learned the theory of makeup, which is quite brief and simple to understand, we were also provided with a workbook where the steps and tips have been included already. We can also jot down any key information or notes for our better references too.



Here comes the fun part! Cleaning our face. We must ensure that we thoroughly cleanse our face with a cleanser or facial wipes first, then apply toner or Ampoule and finally a Primer.

What is the Primer for?
For permeability skin so that makeup does not crack. Forms a layer of protection on the skin and retain moisture in the skin while enhances makeup application, keeping it longer lasting without fading or caking.

Then next we apply Foundation.

Why Foundation?
Because as an Asian, in our sunshine and rainy weather all year long, we actually have uneven skin tones due to the sunrays.

What about Concealers? BB, CC or DD cream?
Concealers are optional. In my video below, I only apply a thicker layer of Liquid Foundation over my pigmentations, dark spots or scars (whatever you call it, the after-effect of Shingles). BB, CC and DD cream are subject to each individual skin type and color tone because it does not always matches our skin tones.

Liquid Foundation color can be mixed to match our skin tone which is more flexible.
Hot to apply? Follow my video below! Just dap...dap...dap and blend.

How to apply liquid foundation video. I used to squeeze on my palms and smother it on my face. But thanks to @istyleacademy personal makeup class, I learned alot of basic steps that is easy to apply anyday anytime! . . They are having a free* workshop and also special promotions until end of May 2018. Check my web www.sebrinahyeo.com in bio for more info. . . . . . . . @prilaga #prilaga #lips #instamakeup #eyebrows #naturalmakeup #eyeshadow #powder #foundation #primers #lifestyleblogger #makeup #beauty #concealer #beautyblog #office #cosmetics #makeupcourse #cosmetic #eyes #base #mascara #palettes #blogger #eyebrow #lip #kiple #kiplepay #cashless #istyleacademy

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After applying Foundation, use a Two Way Cake/Loose powder and apply over your face, you can also use a Loose Powder. Once done, you can move on to apply, an Eye base over our eyes. This helps to enhance the colors of the eyeshadows and keeps it lasting longer without fading.

Eyeshadow tips : Apply a lighter shade covering the top of the eyelids and then a darker shade near the eyelash, if you have double eyelids like me, it's easier to do the eyeshadow (lighter : full eyelids, darker : inner eyelids). If not, just follow this ratio (lighter 3 : darker 1) like in my photo below.



Once eyeshadows are done, draw an eyeliner on the (Double eyelid) inner / (Single eyelid) upper lash line then curl your eyelashes and put a Mascara on.

Once you're done, it's time to shape those eyebrows with an Eyebrow Powder. Measure the length of your eyebrows so you don't need to redo the balancing of both brows length. When applying the eyebrow powder, remember to start from the inner brows with a lighter shade till the middle and then a darker shade from the edge to the middle and blend those 2 shades in the middle.

After that apply blusher at your cheeks. Just smile to yourself in the mirror and blush your cheeks. If you overdone it, apply a lil bit Foundation or Two Way Cake from your sponge/brush leftover (if you haven't washed/kept I away).



My favourite part! Apparently, it's everyone's favourite part of the class! Using the Highlight & Shading Powder. This helps to create a 3D-like effect on our face. It can make us look slim, have sharp nose, V-shaped face with prominent jawlines and some even cheekbones! After this apply a lipstick/lipgloss/lipbalm that changes colour and you're done!




I have heard of Highlights & Shading but never knew how to use it until now. It's so amazing! Look at my transformation!



I manage to master the skills learned from this class and apply it to my usual makeup routine. It made a huge load of difference! Looks way more natural after gaining knowledge from this class. I have my RAW photo to showcase to you below. This is my own makeup a few days after the class!



Now they have 2 promotions running until the end of May 2018. Best time to grab these promotions for your loved ones inconjunction with Nurses Day (12th May), Mother's Day (13th May) or even Teacher's Day (16th May)!

Promotion #1
2-Hour Personal Makeup Class RM399 (RM588)

Promotion #2 (*while stocks last)
Purchase a 3-in-1 set RM75 & get a FREE 1-Hour Day makeup workshop. 3-in-1 set consists of Creative Makeup Brush set, Personal Makeup Box & a Makeover sponge.

Promotions Ends 31st May 2018, 1st Come 1st Serve!



Price of OFFICE Products AVAILABLE at iStyle Academy
Primer RM238
Foundation RM98
Concealer RM68
Two Way Cake RM88
Eye Base RM42
Eye Shadow RM35 each color (you can select and custom make your own set of eyeshadow palette)
Eyeliner RM52
Eyepencil RM38
Eyebrow Powder RM42
Mascara RM78
Blusher RM68
Highlight & Shading Powder RM88
Lip Balm RM10 (changes to a sweet pinkish red color like in my photo)
And more...

This concludes my experience during this workshop! By the way, you can also have cashless payment here at this Academy. All you have to do is install KiplePay app into your device, register for an account and just top-up via their various payment methods. Then just scan the code to make cashless payment with ease! You get to collect points too and more!

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