Saturday, April 25, 2026

guardian SkinQi Revolutionizing Skincare | Asia’s Widest Dermatologist-Tested Range



guardian Malaysia celebrates modern derma science’s fusion with Asia’s holistic skin wellness approaches via its Asian Derma Concourse in Sunway Pyramid from the 20th to 26th April 2026. The SkinQi-themed event sees the official launch of the latest and greatest line-up of derma skincare products from China and Korea at guardian, Malaysia’s No. 1 Skin Expert Destination. 

 


The new launches offer topical skin solutions that align with holistic skin wellbeing and were led by market-defining brands like Winona, Pyunkang Yul, APLB, 377 Sightfuture, Proya, Chando and HBN whereby all these afore-mentioned brands, except one, are exclusively found only at guardian. Shoppers here have seen an increasing interest in made-in-Asia skincare due to climate-specific skin concerns. This is a ‘hot topic’ given the on-going heatwave happening here.

 


Heatwave and Asian skin concerns

 

Heatwaves aren’t just wreaking havoc on our ecosystem, but it’s also affecting the wellbeing of our skin – the largest organ of our body. 

 


According to Harvard Health Publishing (click here), eczema, rashes and skin sensitivity may worsen when temperature rises. Given increasing skincare literacy, exposure to dermatologists and the rising influence of K-, C- and J-beauty trends, Malaysians begin looking for more ‘effective’ skincare for their concerns. 

 


Speaking at the media launch, Priscilla Wu, Managing Director of guardian Malaysia said, 

 


“These curated brands are focused on the highly relevant categories of eczema, acne and hyperpigmentation so Malaysians can access formulations – some of which showcase the ‘yin’ and ‘yang’ of herbs and science – that have been developed with Asian skin concerns in mind.” 

 


Amongst the VIPs present at the event were Mr Lim Jack Shen, General Secretary of the Malaysian Pharmacists Society (MPS), Dr Kevin Guo, Director of Product Development Winona and Dr Kwon O-ryeon, Director of Pyunkang Korean Medicine Hospital (Seocho branch). 

 


‘Made-for-me’ Skincare

 

Each brand in this new range meets guardian's dermatological qualification standards and offers targeted formulations for sensitive skin, acne control, brightening, barrier repair, anti-aging and melanin control. It has been formulated or developed in consultation with dermatologists and backed by rigorous clinical trials and ingredients’ efficacy testing in regional climates.

 


“This last point on efficacy is paramount to our shoppers,” added Priscilla. As Asians’ skin structure, physiology and pigmentation make-up are unique (click here) and couple that with the extreme climate being experienced here, it isn’t surprising that users would likely benefit the most from Asian derma brands of skincare.  

 


“With these ‘Made-for-me’ skincare brands, the unmet need of our shoppers seeking out the best-of-the-best Asian derma skincare brands is now a thing of the past! 



We are the first to bring together the widest range of Asian derma skincare products all under one-roof, with the leading Chinese and Korean brands joining the likes of Japanese ones in-store. To shoppers, come and try our AI-powered Skin Health Check before we recommend the right Asian derma skincare range for you,” added Priscilla.

 


guardian’s Derma Expertise x Malaysian Pharmacists Society (MPS)

 


guardian derma-certified personnel’s professional expertise will be further upgraded via an MOU signed with MPS during the event. 

 


“This MOU with MPS covers collaborative efforts on dermatology-focused professional training program and strengthens our commitment as the trusted advisor of wellness, which is already currently reflected by our over 100 Derma Expert pharmacists and the 600 derma advisors in-store,” said Priscilla.



With the widest range of Asian derma skincare in-store, these derma-certified personnel supported by guardian’s AI-powered tool can suggest to shoppers the right made-in-Asia products for optimal results. All these provide shoppers with an elevated commitment to skin health. It makes guardian a one-stop shop for trusted advice, curated solutions and innovative technologies for skin wellbeing.




“Come check out our new Asian Derma skincare. Let our Derma Expert pharmacists or our derma advisors in-store work with our AI-powered Skin Health Check to help run a personalised skin assessment for you before recommending the optimal skincare regiment for you!” concluded Priscilla.



Saturday, April 18, 2026

Village Grocer Heads North | New Store Opening at Vangohh Eminent, Bukit Mertajam


Village Grocer, Malaysia’s leading premium supermarket chain, adding on to its expansion into the Northern region today with the grand opening of its newest outlet at the prestigious Vangohh Eminent. This opening signifies a major milestone forthe brand as it brings its signature “Passion to Delight” shopping experience to the growing community of Bukit Mertajam.


The new store is designed to be the heartbeat of Vangohh Eminent, offering a curated selection of the freshest local produce and high-quality international imports. Residents and visitors in the Seberang Perai area can now enjoy convenient access to:

 

• Freshness Guaranteed: A wide array of premium fruits and vegetables flown in from Australia, Japan, Korea, and New Zealand, alongside daily fresh local produce from Cameron Highlands.

• Premium Meats & Seafood: High-quality, traceable cuts of meat and a “catch of the day” seafood section.

• International & Artisanal: Exclusive house-brand products from Australia (Woolworths), plus an extensive organic and health-food section catering to vegan, keto, and gluten-free lifestyles.

• Ready-to-Eat Delights: A dedicated deli section featuring artisanal baked goods and convenient gourmet meal solutions.

 

“We are pleased to welcome Village Grocer to Vangohh Eminent. Known for its premium selection of quality products, freshness, and curated grocery offerings, Village Grocer brings a unique and elevated grocery shopping experience to the community while enhancing the lifestyle standards of the surrounding neighborhood. This opening represents an exciting milestone for our development as we continue to strengthen our retail offerings and create a vibrant lifestyle destination for visitors and residents alike,” said Ms. Ice Goh, Group Chief Executive Officer of Vangohh Eminent.

 

"Our arrival at Vangohh Eminent is a strategic step in bringing our premium grocery offers to the Northern market," said Mr. Ivan Tan, Group Executive Director of The Food Purveyor. "We have designed this outlet to reflect a modern, welcoming aesthetic that complements the iconic architecture of this development. Our goal is to make every grocery run an effortless and exciting journey of discovery for our customers here."

 

Grand Opening Celebrations & Promotions

To celebrate the launch, Village Grocer Vangohh Eminent is offering a series of exclusive rewards for shoppers and BITES loyalty members from 16 April to 17 May 2026:


• Bumper Bonanza: A four (4)-days-only special offering the best deals in town on opening day!

• Weekly Rewards: Happening on 16th, 23rd April, and 30th April. Attractive free gifts are up for grabs for our customers on a first-come, first-served basis.

• Opening Day Specials (16 April):

 o The first 200 customers who spend a minimum of RM150 will redeem one (1) exclusive goodie bag.

 o The first 50 customers who spend RM300 & above will receive the exclusive goodie bag PLUS a free Fruit & Vegetable gift bag.

• Join BITES (FREE membership):

 o Spend RM30 & above to get a FREE non-woven shopping bag (For new sign up only).

 o Spend RM100 & above to get a tray of Savoir Kampung Eggs 15s (Limited to first 350 redemptions).

• Collect & Earn: Sign up for Bites membership to collect points (RM2 = 1 point), earn rewards, and enjoy member-only prices.

 

In line with Village Grocer’s commitment to sustainability, the Vangohh Eminent outlet will operate as a plastic-free-at-checkout store, encouraging shoppers to bring their own reusable bags to help reduce environmental impact.


Village Grocer at Vangohh Eminent is located at the Ground Floor and is open daily from 10:00AM to 10:00 PM.


For more information, visit www.villagegrocer.com.my or follow Village Grocer on Facebook and Instagram.


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Tuesday, April 14, 2026

TP-Link Teams Up with UiTM | Building Future Network Experts


TP-Link Distribution Malaysia Sdn. Bhd. (“TP-Link Malaysia”) and Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM) have signed a strategic Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) today to equip students with industry-relevant networking skills, hands-on enterprise experience and globally recognised certifications.

 

The three-year collaboration is designed to bridge the disconnect between academic learning and real-world industry requirements, enabling UiTM students to graduate with practical capabilities aligned to current enterprise needs. Prompting stronger collaboration between industry and academia.

 


At the centre of the partnership is the deployment of Omada by TP-Link enterprise networking solutions within UiTM labs, giving students direct exposure to the same infrastructure used in business environments. This is complemented by structured training programmes, technical workshops and access to the Omada Certified Network Administrator (OCNA) certification pathway.

 

Students will also benefit from internship and industrial training opportunities with TP-Link, creating a clearer pathway from university to employment in Malaysia’s growing digital economy.

 

This initiative builds on TP-Link Malaysia’s earlier collaboration with Universiti Malaya, where over 500 students participated in certification programmes in 2025, highlighting strong demand for industry-aligned networking skills and certifications.

 


Hugo Cai, Regional Director of TP-Link Distribution Malaysia Sdn. Bhd. said, “Across industries, organisations are scaling their digital infrastructure, but the availability of professionals with enterprise networking expertise has not kept pace. This collaboration is focused on closing that gap by equipping students with practical, certification-backed skills that are directly relevant to industry needs from day one.”

 

“Ensuring our graduates are equipped with both academic knowledge and practical, industry-relevant skills is critical in today’s rapidly evolving digital landscape. Collaborations such as this allow us to align our programmes more closely with technological advancements and industry expectations”, added Prof. Datuk Ts. Dr. Shahrin Sahib @ Sahibuddin, Vice-Chancellor of Universiti Teknologi MARA.

 

Beyond talent development, both organisations will explore joint initiatives in research, consultation, and knowledge exchange, fostering closer collaboration between TP-Link engineers and UiTM faculty members.

 

As Malaysia continues to advance its digital economy ambitions, initiatives that directly connect education with industry needs will play a critical role in ensuring the country remains competitive in building and sustaining modern digital infrastructure.

 

For more information about TP-Link’s Omada enterprise networking solutions, please visit:

https://www.omadanetworks.com/us/business-networking/consult/


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