1 / 20
Dr Dennis Gross DRx SpectraLite LipWare Pro
The lip care sector just got an upgrade with this nifty little device from Dr Dennis Gross. Riffing off the brand’s iconic LED light mask, the DRx SpectraLite LipWare Pro turns its focus onto your pout, where it is designed to fight visible signs of ageing such as wrinkles and fine lines around the mouth area. To use, simply insert it into your mouth and bite down on the tray section before powering it on. This toggles a preprogrammed treatment that lasts up to three minutes, where your kisser will be enveloped in a halo of red light that is said to stimulate natural collagen production and improve circulation. I used it in conjunction with the Dr Dennis Gross DermInfusions Plump + Repair Lip Treatment after, and observed more plumped, defined lips with less discernible creases along the targeted portion of my visage. — Emily Heng, associate beauty editor
Dr Dennis Gross DRx SpectraLite LipWare Pro, $238, available at Sephora from 25 January.
2 / 20
YVES SAINT LAURENT MYSLF Eau De Parfum
If perfumes were people, YSL’s newest men’s fragrance is nothing but a man written by a woman. An opulent cross-breed of the woody and floral scent families, the fragrance features a refreshing, zesty bergamot accord at the top. At its heart, the vibrant warmth of Tunisian orange blossom absolute. Coming into sensual play at the end is an earthy blend of Indonesian patchouli and Ambrofix. With decent projection and longevity, MYSLF is an invigorating ode to modern men in touch with their inner nuances. — Elizabeth Chee, beauty intern
YVES SAINT LAURENT MYSLF Eau De Parfum, $154, available at YSL Beauty
3 / 20
L'Occitane Hair Scalp Night Serum
After three rounds of perming and consistent failure to blow-dry my hair daily, it goes without saying that my scalp and hair condition are in serious need of help. The hair scalp night serum from L’Occitane is the saving grace to my dire predicament. Infused with vitamin E, pro-vitamin B5 and immortelle essential oil from Corsica, this natural expert serum provides a calm and comforting sensory experience when I massage it into my scalp before bed. While it may take longer to notice the effects on my scalp’s protective barrier, I’m confident that the visible appearance of my hair is enhanced in terms of its shine and lustre. For stronger, healthier, and moisturised hair, this is the product for you. — Elizabeth Chee, beauty intern
L’Occitane Hair Scalp Night Serum, $52, available at L’Occitane Singapore
4 / 20
Anastasia Beverly Hills Brow Freeze Gel
Full, feathery arches are within grasp thanks to the latest addition to ABH’s comprehensive brow line-up. This bad boy essentially works as a hairspray—styling fine hairs with ease while also providing long-lasting hold. What differentiates it from the crowd: its triple-action comb applicator which is designed to provide maximum separation and fullness, setting it into place without leaving behind any residual stickiness. For those striving for a laminated effect, turn the applicator on its side and brush it down to create the impression of lifted, slicked-up brows. — Emily Heng, associate beauty editor
Anastasia Beverly Hills Brow Freeze Gel, $42, available at Sephora
5 / 20
Amika Normcore Signature Shampoo
This sulfate-free shampoo cleanses and nourishes locks with a load of vitamins and antioxidants in a reportedly clean and nourishing formula. Amika opted for coconut acid in place of harsh sulphates (SLS, SLES, ALS), which does just a good a job of removing sebum and debris, while conditioning and imparting essential moisture to the hair, alongside shea butter and sea buckthorn. Importantly, Amika is B-Corp and Leaping Bunny Certified, committed to its vegan, cruelty-free ethos, and products that use up to 90 per cent post-consumer recycled plastics. It leaves fine to medium hair types 1 to 2C feeling soft and sleek, and yes, it smells like heaven to boot. (All this coming from a girl that typically hates generic smelling shampoos). — Alli Sim, beauty director
Amika Normcore Shampoo, $37, available at Sephora
6 / 20
Everyday Humans Resting Beach Face SPF30 Sunscreen Serum
As someone who never leaves home without sunscreen, it’s vital for it to have checked off a few boxes before I fully commit. The ideal sunscreen would be lightweight, moisturising and doesn’t stick or leave a white cast. Everyday Humans’ Resting Beach Face does just that. The hyaluronic acid and green tea and spinach antioxidant combo boosts moisture and supercharges the skin and protects from urban pollution, all while combating UVA/ UVB rays. Though it may take time to get used to the initial shine upon application, it effectively absorbs to become the perfect base for your make-up, or left as is for a dewy, hydrated glow. — Sophie Tan, digital intern
Everyday Humans Resting Beach Face SPF30 Sunscreen Serum, $36, available at Shopee
7 / 20
Chanel Les Beiges Healthy Winter Glow Blush in Mauve Glacé
Singapore might be exempt from frosty winters, but that’s not to say you can’t fake a vibrant, effervescent flush. My blush of choice: Chanel’s latest limited edition Winter Glow Blush, which is designed to create the impression of having spent a day in the mountains. The Mauve Glacé hue is a cool-toned pink which works across a variety of skin tones, dispensing a creamy, pearlescent pigment that glides over skin like a dream. I’m a fan of its sheer, buildable texture where it allows for optimal control—allowing me to layer it on should the Igari make-up look be on the agenda, or opt for a light, natural sweep of colour on days where the clean girl aesthetic is in order. — Emily Heng, associate beauty editor
Chanel Les Beiges Healthy Winter Glow Blush in Mauve Glacé, $105, available at Chanel
8 / 20
Laneige Water Bank Blue Hyaluronic Intensive Cream
Nope, it’s not an AirPods case, it’s Laneige latest Water Bank—which now proffers three levels of hydration, designed to cater to various skincare needs. It seals in the star ingredient: Blue Hyaluronic Acid, funnelled from a fermentation process that enables better absorption and long-lasting hydration. Opt for this Intensive iteration to get maximum moisture; perfect for those with extremely dry skin or folks who are travelling to cities with dry, frigid weather. It’s rich, balmy and instantly soothing on the skin, while enhanced with peptides that will strengthen your skin’s protective barrier. — Janice Sim, digital editor
Laneige Water Bank Blue Hyaluronic Intensive Cream, $63, available at Laneige
9 / 20
Invity’s SuperNAD Youth Activating Facial Sheet Mask
Skincare backed by the touch of science is something we’re always welcoming of here at Vogue Singapore. It stands to reason then, that Invity’s SuperNAD Youth Activating Facial Sheet Mask is one I’ve started luxuriating my complexion in—especially on days it feels especially starved of moisture and dull all over. At the core of the brand’s anti-aging regimen is its signature Nicotinamide Adenine Dinucleotide+ (NAD+), a coenzyme that resides in each cell in our body—making for a direct boost in cellular production which works to repair the skin barrier directly. To add to that, inclusions of prickly pear and tamarind seed gum improves skin elasticity overall, for a lifted and hydrated complexion after. — Azrin Tan, digital writer
Invity’s SuperNAD Youth Activating Facial Sheet Mask, $79 for 5 sheets, available at Invity
10 / 20
Kosé Infinity Royal Flower Collection XII Compact Powder
With a humidity like Singapore’s, a powder compact is almost certainly a must-have in your day bag. As of late, my naturally-dewy countenance has been at the mercy of the one out of Kosé’s Infinity Royal Flower Collection, a translucent face powder lightly infused with a rose scent. Perfect for a midday touch-up, as it softly blurs out redness and dull spots and brightens the complexion upon use. More importantly, it’ll absorb any excess sebum on your T-zone to keep your make-up looking fresh throughout the day. — Azrin Tan, digital writer
Kosé Infinity Royal Flower Collection XII Compact Powder, $80, available at any of the following KOSE Departmental Store Counters: BHG, Isetan, Metro and OG.
11 / 20
Nars Endless Nights Eyeshadow Palette
The holidays might be over (for now) but there’s still time to get your hands on this limited-edition eyeshadow palette. Featuring nine high-pigment hues from illuminating neturals to smouldering pinks and purples, this compact is versatile enough to create an everyday look as well as a high-octane finish fit for a night out. Ease your brush gently into the pan while applying, as all it takes is a single stroke for the vivid colour to awash your lids. — Janice Sim, digital editor
Nars Endless Nights Eyeshadow Palette, $90, available at Nars
12 / 20
Laifen Swift Special
A diffuser attachment is essential for anyone with long, permed tresses—and on that front, Laifen had me covered with a wide array of available nozzles from their Laifen Swift Special set. I liked how the accompanying accessories all served a different styling function: the Smooth Nozzle ensured glossy-smooth strands along the upper region of my head, while the diffuser helped revive and define limp curls. Other plus points include its formidable 110,000 rpm motor which guaranteed that hair dried a lot faster, paired with an intuitive intelligent sensor that facilitates real-time temperature monitoring and regulation to prevent singed strands. Choose from a multitude of colourways that include pearl white, pastel pink, matte black, and more. — Emily Heng, associate beauty editor
Laifen Switch Special, $259, available at Lazada
13 / 20
Jung Beauty Hydra-Barrier Toner
To me, using a toner is like pressing the reset button. Taking into consideration that it’s a skincare step I never skip, a solid toner to me would be one that soothes, hydrates and revitalises my complexion on the daily—so the rest of my skincare steps can follow. Jung Beauty’s latest Hydra-Barrier Toner offers the full package, and has been infused with a powerful blend of probiotics which works to reduce inflammation and restore the skin barrier at the same time. Application-wise, its watery formula makes it easy for a gentle spread across the mien too—and should your skin feel dehydrated on any particular day, creating a lightweight mask using toner pads (like the brand’s Pure Calming Pad with Cica Leaf) will give your complexion the much-needed boost it needs. — Azrin Tan, digital writer
Jung Beauty Hydra-Barrier Toner, $66 for 200ml, available at Ksisters
14 / 20
Aesop B Triple C Balancing Gel
With a texture unlike anything you’ve likely tried before, using Aesop‘s B Triple C Balancing Gel comes with a learning curve. Luckily, mastering the dense, honey-like texture pays off in spades once you’ve nailed it. I love the ritual of warming a small dollop of the gel into my fingers before pressing it into the skin. The lightweight hydrator drives a potent dose of panthenol (vitamin B5) and vitamin C to the skin, softening and rebalancing normal to oily and combination skin types while therapeutic notes of herbaceous lavender and parsley seed impart a sense calm to the moment. It may at first appear tacky to the touch but this quickly transforms to a cooled, matte finish on the complexion. My secret to glass skin. — Alli Sim, beauty director
Aesop B Triple C Balancing Gel, $165, available at Aesop
15 / 20
Augustinus Bader The Renewal Icons with The Cream
New year, new skincare routine. Should elevating your regime be on the agenda for 2024, I’d say that incorporating cult-favourite Augustinus Bader formulas are a good place to start. This nifty holiday set comprises The Cream as well as The Eye Cream. The former is a highly-hydrating anti-ageing elixir designed to repair and normalise the skin barrier as well as stimulate collagen production, while the latter focuses on diminishing under-eye puffiness as well as dark circles. Use them in conjunction to witness its full effects—two weeks of sustained use unveiled a brighter, more radiant complexion as well as a mochi-soft skin texture. — Emily Heng, associate beauty editor
Augustinus Bader The Renewal Icons with The Cream, $465, available at Sephora
16 / 20
Tom Ford Beauty Café Rose Crème Blush
The amalgamation of wine-red rose and rich, dark coffee produces an opulent hue of mahogany that adorns the packaging of Tom Ford Beauty’s latest Café Rose collection. Comprising lipsticks, blush and a cushion compact case, the range exudes decadence with a touch of flirtatiousness and whimsy as evidenced by the Café Rose Crème Blush. The luminous, creamy texture glides on like a dream, dusting cheeks in vivacious colour. Encased within a rose-coloured compact with a vibrant metallic pink finish, there is no doubt that this bad boy will make a bold statement even when it is displayed on your vanity. — Emily Heng, associate beauty editor
Tom Ford Beauty Café Rose Crème Blush, $135, available at all Tom Ford Beauty counters at Tangs.
17 / 20
Chanel Rouge Coco Baume in Keep Cool
Skincare make-up hybrids have been dominating the realm as of late. Leading the charge on this front? Chanel, with three additions to its line-up of lip-conditioning formulas. Our pick: the Chanel Rouge Coco Baume in Keep Cool; a chilly mauve beige designed to encase pouts in a silky wash of colour and hydration. Its nourishing qualities are attributed to its one-of-a-kind Hydraboost complex composed of natural waxes, with the inclusion of an antioxidant- rich oil further preventing dehydration. Its sheer, satin-like finish allows the balm to be layered on for an intense pigment-packed effect or donned in a single layer for a more natural result. — Emily Heng, associate beauty editor
Chanel Rouge Coco Baume in Keep Cool, $59, available at Chanel.
18 / 20
Sulwhasoo Perfecting Cushion
K-beauty brand, Sulwhasoo, continues its advocacy of holistic skincare solutions that deliver a healthy, radiant complexion with its new iteration of the Perfecting Cushion. Brimming with nourishing ingredients that work to rectify everyday skin imbalances, this cushion foundation sets itself apart from the crowd with its exclusive Jaum Activator—the star of the brand’s First Care Activating Serum. This translates to a feather-light, high-coverage formula that requires just a light touch to envelop your entire visage, concealing imperfections seamlessly. — Emily Heng, associate beauty editor
Sulwhasoo Perfecting Cushion, $100, available at Sulwhasoo
19 / 20
Amika Perk Up Dry Shampoo
Limp, greasy strands are no match for the Amika Perk Up Dry Shampoo. This newcomer to Sephora Singapore’s shelves comprises a talc-free formula that ensures zero white residue upon application. Nutrient-rich sea buckthorn and natural starch absorb grease and reduce odour, leaving behind fluffy, bouncy tresses. Suitable across all hair textures, it can be utilised multiple times a week to help revive flat, oily manes in between wash days or for a pick-me-up during a day out in the hot sun.— Emily Heng, associate beauty editor
Amika Perk Up Dry Shampoo, $25, available at Sephora
20 / 20
Guerlain Orchidée Impériale Gold Nobile The Cream
This year sees Guerlain making a beauty breakthrough in the form of Gold Quantum technology as well as the discovery of an orchid harbouring exceptional properties that can modify the emanation of cellular light, which is known to have a considerable impact on skin cell regeneration. From this, Orchidée Impériale Gold Nobile The Cream, was born; a highly moisturising and decadent cream comprising 24-carat gold particles and multi-reflective mother-of-pearl that establishes an unparalleled radiance. Dull, sallow complexions are perked up in just two weeks of use.— Emily Heng, associate beauty editor
Guerlain Orchidée Impériale Gold Nobile The Cream, $1,150, available at all Guerlain boutiques
