Top 10 Things I Learned from Malaysian XHS Influencers

Posted on April 28, 2025


  If you're anything like me, you've probably spent hours scrolling through RedNote (XHS) for inspiration—whether it’s beauty tips, fitness hacks, travel ideas, or just some cozy daily life content. What makes it even better? Finding creators who actually get your lifestyle and background. That’s where Malaysian influencers on XHS come in—they bring relatable content, local flavor, and practical advice all in one scroll.  

From home-cooked meals to fashion on a budget, these 10 Malaysian KOLs have taught me so much about living better, smarter, and more intentionally. Whether you’re a student abroad, a skincare junkie, or someone trying to balance health with enjoying good food, there's something here for everyone.  


  1. XHS KOL: @ 欣不宅家

  Main Topics:  
  • Baking (especially low-calorie or sugar-free recipes)
  • Cozy home Vlogs  
  • Skincare and minimal makeup recommendations  
  • Affordable lifestyle aesthetics  

      @ 欣不宅家 shares practical knowledge about low-calorie baking—like using alternative ingredients to reduce sugar and calories without sacrificing taste. Her content also includes skincare and minimal makeup tips, focusing on gentle, effective routines rather than heavy products. From her, I’ve learned how to approach baking and beauty in a healthier, more mindful way—choosing what’s good for the body while still enjoying the process and results.  

    2. XHS KOL: @ 苏苏 你好  

    Main Topics:  

    • DINK (Dual Income, No Kids) lifestyle  
    • Self-care and wellness routines  
    • Home life with cats
    • Unboxing  (skincare, wellness, digital gear)  
    Sweet daily moments with husband  

    @ 苏苏 你好 showcases the aspirational life of a modern, financially independent woman who embraces comfort over hustle. Her content blends slow mornings, skincare, digital unboxings, and cozy moments with her husband and cats. Filmed in soft tones with warm lighting and gentle music, her videos feel like a calming escape. Her relatable storytelling and “rich-girl self-care” vibe resonate with young women who value freedom, well-being, and aesthetic living.  


    3. XHS KOL: @Lim  

    Main Topics:  

    • Local recipes and cooking tutorials   
    • Father’s cooking skills and family meals  
    • Easy-to-find ingredients for home cooking 


    @Lim shares heartfelt content focused on his father’s cooking and traditional local recipes, offering easy-to-follow tutorials on popular Malaysian dishes made with accessible ingredients. Her videos resonate with viewers seeking authentic home-cooked meals and a personal connection to food culture. With voiceovers guiding each step, the instructions are clear and simple, ensuring anyone can replicate the recipes at home. Her content feels warm, family-oriented, and centered on nurturing traditions and creating comforting meals.  


    4. XHS KOL: @ 子恩  

    Main Topics:  

    • Fashion and outfit inspiration  
    • Shop recommendations  
    • Elegant, trendy, and youthful style  

    @ 子恩 stands out for her stunning looks and elegant, fashionable style, blending timeless femininity with a youthful, energetic vibe. She shares outfit ideas and shop recommendations, perfect for those looking to embrace a chic, sophisticated, and vibrant style. Her content, filmed in a minimalist environment with cheerful background music, focuses on simplicity and elegance, allowing her outfits and personal style to take center stage. Through her minimalist approach, with no voice overs or subtitles, We can learn the power of simplicity and consistency in creating a strong personal brand. Her style proves that less can be more, showing how clean, consistent aesthetics can effectively communicate a message and build a deep connection with an audience sometimes, letting the content speak for itself is all you need to inspire others.  


    5. XHS KOL: Shirley 爱练 💪  

    Main Topics:

    • Fitness and workout routines  
    • Low-calorie food recommendations  
    • Fitness meal recipes  
    • Home essentials for active lifestyles  

    @Shirley 爱练 💪is a vibrant fitness coach who shares practical tips on maintaining a healthy lifestyle, including low-calorie foods, fitness meal recipes, and home essentials for staying active. Her energetic personality and engaging videos inspire healthier habits. With both talking and voice overs, her content is easy to follow and informative. From her, I’ve learned how balancing fitness and nutrition with simplicity can make healthy living enjoyable, and how combining energy with practical tips motivates others to stay consistent with their goals.  


    6. XHS KOL: @ 小熊 干🍪  

    Main Topics:  

    • Japanese-inspired fashion  
    • Affordable outfit ideas  
    • Everyday casual and trendy looks  

    @ 小熊 干🍪 shares stylish, budget-friendly outfit ideas, primarily focusing on Japanese-inspired fashion, making her content perfect for viewers looking to create chic looks without breaking the bank. Her consistent style and affordable fashion tips make her relatable and accessible to a wide audience. Her videos follow a "Muji" aesthetic with clean, minimalist visuals, often showcasing multiple outfit ideas that highlight simple, everyday pieces styled fashionably. Through her content, I’ve learned that simplicity and affordability can create a stylish look, and that focusing on minimalist aesthetics and consistent style can build a relatable brand while offering practical, easy-to-implement fashion ideas.  


    7.   XHS KOL: by Weixiang & Jess  

    Main Topics:  

    • Fat loss education & nutrition awareness  
    • What to eat during weight loss  
    • Local Malaysian food tips for healthier choices  
    • Convenience store & lunch meal hacks

    @ by Weixiang & Jess do a great job of making fat-loss education practical and approachable, showing that healthy eating doesn’t mean giving up local Malaysian favorites. Their tips help viewers make smarter choices in everyday settings—from hawker stalls to convenience stores—proving that fat loss can be flexible and sustainable. Their videos are straightforward and educational, using real-life food examples to simplify complex nutrition concepts and promote long-term habits. From them, I’ve learned that relatable, informative content can effectively build trust, and that healthy living is achievable without extreme restrictions.  


    8. XHS KOL: @C 望你 买对 _ C 🍯  

    Main topics:  

    • Skincare product reviews & comparisons  
    • Makeup tool recommendations  
    • Beauty knowledge & how-to tutorials (e.g., color correction, application tips)  
    • Useful lifestyle & beauty-related apps  

    @C 望你 买对 _ C 🍯offers highly practical skincare and makeup advice, helping viewers choose products that are truly worth the money. Her content breaks down how and why certain products work, such as color-correcting techniques for redness, must-have beauty tools, and even under-the-radar products from stores like Sephora. From her, we can learn how to spot useful, effective beauty items, stay updated with trends (like Korean-style makeup), and build a more thoughtful, customized skincare routine. She also shares honest comparisons and easy tutorials, making beauty shopping more informed and less overwhelming.  


    9. XHS KOL: @ 那猪是 Travelyn  

    Main Topics:  

    • Travel Guides  
    • Budget Travel Tips  
    • Local Malaysian Getaways  
    • Shopping & Daily Essentials  
    • Travel Money & Currency Tips  

    From @ 那猪是 Travelyn, we can learn how to travel smart and budget-friendly without compromising on experience. Her content offers practical tips on planning affordable itineraries, booking cheap flights, and discovering hidden gems both locally and abroad. She also shares useful travel hacks, smart payment methods, and budget shopping tips for daily essentials, making her content not only inspiring but also highly practical for real-life application.  


    10. XHS KOL: @ 社恐小辣椒  

    Main Topics:  

    • Penang Food Recommendations  
    • Cultural Immersion in China  
    • Adapting to Life Abroad  
    • Food & Travel Tips for Malaysian Students in China  
    • Malaysian and Chinese Food Adventures  

    From 社恐小辣椒, we can explore the cultural and lifestyle experiences of Malaysian students studying in China, especially through food and daily life. Her content offers insights into adapting to a new environment, exploring Chinese cuisine, and navigating student life abroad. She also shares food recommendations from Malaysia, particularly Penang, providing a blend of local and overseas foodie experiences. Through her humorous and relatable storytelling, she offers a deeper understanding of cultural differences and real-life moments from a Malaysian perspective.  

    These influencers aren’t just content creators—they’re digital companions who make everyday life feel a little more inspired. What I love most is how they blend authenticity with aesthetics, giving us a peek into their lives while offering real tips we can actually use. So whether you're looking to upgrade your skincare game, eat healthier without giving up your favorite hawker food, or plan your next budget-friendly getaway, I hope this list gives you fresh ideas and new creators to follow.  

    Who’s your favorite Malaysian XHS influencer—or is there someone else I should check out? Drop your recs in the comments, and let’s keep sharing the good stuff.