Mother knows best. And yet, people seem to overlook the fact that grandmothers are mothers too! Their never-ending stories frequently incorporate moral values that enrich our lives. They are also often the passers-down of ‘pantang larangs’ or cultural taboos, handing down useful information from their mothers - traditional remedies and ancient...

With numerous products now up on Poptron, Bunga Dan Bintang 's palette and style echoes the inherent passion of self taught illustrator and Malaysian artist Kirin Sharom. Fruit Season In Asahan Art Print by Bunga dan Bintang Once an avid and passionate student of architecture with ten years' of study underbelt, Seremban-based illustrator...

A long week of rushing and hard work often takes a toll on our physical and mental states. With only the weekends to unwind and the prolonged lockdowns not allowing for much movement, we can only resort to finding relaxation wherever we can. As average human beings, unwinding is key to bringing out our best potential. With that in mind, here are a few...

“No one has ever become poor by giving.”  - Anne Frank In line with Anne Frank’s saying, Poptron’s initiative to help the needy in Chow Kit highlights the fact that we have more than enough to give, especially during the Coronavirus outbreak and prolonged lockdowns. Nobody in Malaysia or across the globe has been spared the negative...

Malaysians, listen up! If you're in search of local skincare, Malaysia has a vast, rich array of options for you to choose from! At Poptron, we're all about celebrating local microbrands, so t's time we gave them the credit they deserve! Here are five more of the best local skincare brands available on Poptron.co ! Beauty From Health: Monae...

When it comes to personal care for men (and high-quality beard care products for the modern man), Beard.On has it down pat! We speak to Beard.On founder Jeremy to hear the story of the brand's origins - and also pick his brain for beard and moustache care! We also learn more about how Beard.On's products fit into the every day skin care routine for...

It all started with an idea, then a campaign, and finally--reality. Last Ramadan, we at Poptron planned a CSR project to gather funds through a LaunchGood Campaign. The mission? To gather RM10,000 in funds to supply Ramadan Nourishment packs for the kids of Sekolah Bimbingan Jalinan Kasih (SBJK). The students of SBJK include undocumented...

Storage may not be the first thing on every homeowner's mind, but if you're shooting hard to make every square foot count, it's probably vital that you learn how to maximise storage and create more space in a small area. Everyone loves a good life hack, and this article will give you ten! From saving space to home organisation, here are 10 storage ideas...

Penanbag.my is a social enterprise aiming to elevate the humble Malaysian crafts of the indigenous Penan community of Borneo. The brand highly values representation, inclusion, and the empowerment of women. Beyond representing these values, Penanbag.my strives to highlight the role of the indigenous people of the Penan community as the face of their...

Organic skincare is a topic often discussed within the realms of self-care and maintenance. But why is that? Firstly, one must understand the difference between organic skincare and synthetic skincare.  According to Scientia , a synthetic ingredient is a naturally derived ingredient taken from animals and replicated to the same effect on a molecular...