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Dior Forever On Set Powder
Nailing the perfect base is made easy with the recently reformulated Dior Forever On Set Powder. Available in six diverse hues, its appeal lies primarily in its virtually weightless texture that settles over the skin seamlessly, holding make-up in place and keeping it impeccable throughout Singapore’s ceaseless humidity. Don’t expect flaws to start showing up after long hours of wear, either—the inclusion of hyaluronic acid molecules means you won’t observe dryness or flaking; an exemplary and also much-needed finishing touch to a full beat. — Emily Heng, beauty editor
Dior Forever On Set Powder, $98, available at Dior
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Nars Insatiable Liquid Blush
A little goes a long way with the pigment-packed Nars Insatiable Liquid Blush. One swatch on its plush doe-foot applicator delivers a surge of saturated colour to the cheeks. It looks intense at first, but the blush is highly blendable, especially when diffused with the warmth from my fingers. The product doesn’t dry down too quickly, allowing for an even application with no streaks or patches. What’s left is a weightless layer that feels like a second skin—ready to be set with powder or built on with more product for a bold flush. For those with sensitive skin like myself, the formula is infused with ceramides and peptides while being free of alcohol, fragrance, parabens and sulfates, which means less irritation. Despite its relatively recent release, the blush has earned a non-negotiable spot in my daily makeup routine. — Anis Nabilah, beauty intern
Nars Insatiable Liquid Blush, $62 for 10ml, available at Sephora
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Aromatica Rosemary PDRN Scalp Serum
This is such a well-thought out product. Think of it like an essential moisturiser or serum for your scalp, which effectively delivers deep hydration—courtesy of the hyaluronic acid, ceramides and collagen packed into its ingredients—as well as a range of peptides, anti-oxidants, pre- and postbiotics into one of the thickest layers of skin. The rosemary fragrance too, is an instant refresher, but it is the bottle’s sheer ease of use that really earns itself a star rating. With its twist cap to open and lock—hence keeping things fuss-free—as well as the brush applicator for gentle head massaging, there’s nothing more I could possible need when it comes to scalp care. — Azrin Tan, associate digital editor
Aromatica Rosemary PDRN Scalp Serum, $63, available at Sephora
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Hourglass Phantom Volumising Glossy Balm
When it comes to evaluating how good a gloss is, I have a few considerations. Plumping effect and colour payoff aside, the best ones also hydrate the puckers. Swiping on the Hourglass Phantom Volumising Glossy Balm always feels like a treat—its rich, emollient texture melts into the lips, depositing pigment and glassy, non-tacky shine with a refreshing minty sensation. And where some glosses might leave my lips feeling parched, this one actually softens them as the day goes on. My colour of choice, Rouse, is the perfect red-brown hybrid, but there are also pearlescent hues and MLBB shades in the range. Housed as it is in a sleek, twist-up bullet, it now lives in my bag. —Aileen Liang, beauty writer
Hourglass Phantom Volumising Glossy Balm, $62, available at Sephora
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Givenchy Perfecto Serum Lip Oil
Givenchy’s lip oil arrives with generous, generous doses of gloss—which may come down to the formulation infused with rose oil and 14% squalane. The hybrid serum lip oil integrates a plumping effect, which feels cooling on the lips—arriving at a delayed effect, which allows you to savour the hydrating properties before the plumping sets in. With four shades inspired by Sarah Burton’s couture collection, the sheer formula is a great addition to your every day carry, bringing a radiant, but utterly effortless glow to the lips. — Agnes Shu, digital writer
Givenchy Perfecto Serum Lip Oil, $64, available at Sephora
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Panpuri Antioxidant Milk Bath & Body Oil
Now that we’re officially in the hot season, I’ve been taking my bathing rituals more seriously—and there’s nothing that quite sets the mood like a good bath oil does. Panpuri’s Siamese Water smells like fresh jasmine petals left to steep overnight in ice-cold water, made even crisper with mint. Infused with a blend of Monoi de Tahiti oil and turmeric root oil, the result is a luxuriant formula that softens and perfumes the skin at the same time. Adding water to it transforms it entirely, into a milky emulsion that you’d want to soak in for hours. Paired with a few spritzes of the Glow Satin Body Oil Mist in the same scent, it’s truly the best way to wind down after a long day. — Aileen Liang, beauty writer
Panpuri Antioxidant Milk Bath & Body Oil in Siamese Water, $80, available at Panpuri boutiques
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Laneige Cream Skin Milky Hydration Sheet Mask
All my loved ones know this about me: I never shy away from a good mask. And the verdict on the Laneige Cream Skin Milky Hydration Sheet Mask? It’s a solid winner, on all fronts. Laneige really meant it when they said it contains all the goodness of a whole bottle of its Cerapeptide Refiner, which is a toner and moisturiser in one. Jam-packed with hydrating ingredients, the triple threat combination of hydroceramide for moisture, and camellia Japonica flower extract as well as peptides for boosted skin elasticity are a surefire combo—but its the silky-soft and bouncy feel of my countenance the next morning that seals the deal. — Azrin Tan, associate digital editor
Laneige Cream Skin Milky Hydration Sheet Mask, $25 for 5 sheets, available at Laneige Singapore
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Bobbi Brown Vitamin Enriched Face Base+
It’s been a cult favourite for years, and for all the right reasons. Buttery smooth with the refreshing scent of grapefruit and geranium, the Bobbi Brown Face Base+ primes and moisturises in the same step. Vitamins B3, B5 and C enrich and brighten the skin—with its effects most visible in the dry patches on my nose and chin. Ever since I’ve started incorporating this into my beauty routine, everything else blends in seamlessly. It’s even extended the wear time of my base and blush. —Aileen Liang, beauty writer
Bobbi Brown Vitamin Enriched Face Base+, $99 for 50ml, available at Sephora or Bobbi Brown counters islandwide
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The Ritual of Yozakura Pink Sugar Scrub
When it’s time for my everything shower, I immediately reach for The Ritual of Yozakura Pink Sugar Scrub. While other scrubs might be too rough on the skin, this exfoliator is infused with sugar crystals that work diligently to polish off dead skin before gently dissolving in the water. It’s also enriched with a nourishing combination of shea butter, cocoa butter and black rice extract, which contains antioxidants and minerals. After working off dead skin and other impurities with this scrub, my skin is noticeably softer and smoother. Beyond being gentle on the skin, this scrub is a sensorial delight with sweet and sour notes of Yoshino Cherry that make for a decadent and layered olfactory experience. — Anis Nabilah, beauty intern
The Ritual of Yozakura Pink Sugar Scrub, $29 for 250g, available at Rituals
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Shiseido Color + Glow Enhancer
Don’t let the intense colour intimidate you. Despite its striking red appearance in the pan, the Shiseido Color + Glow Enhancer starts off sheer on the skin and diffuses into a beautiful blurred, watercolour blush finish. On days when I want more drama on my cheeks, I can seamlessly pack this on without any streakiness for a blush-focused look. While other powder blushes dry my skin out, Shiseido has infused plenty of skincare ingredients into its Color + Glow Enhancer for long-lasting hydration. What’s more, this versatile, multi-tasking powder doubles up as eyeshadow, highlighter and contour—all in one ornate compact. That’s three fewer things to toss in your makeup bag. — Anis Nabilah, beauty intern
Shiseido Color + Glow Enhancer, $58, available at Shiseido
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Hourglass Veil Translucent Setting Powder
As all oily girls know too well—nothing lasts forever, especially not in this heat. And as much as locking in a full face requires heavy-duty setting, it’s also important to let your skin breathe. This powder from Hourglass strikes the perfect balance, its finely-milled consistency ensuring a seamless blend while still feeling airy on the skin. With the fluffy Veil Powder Brush, a light dusting in the T-zone and cheeks has been my go-to way of keeping everything in place. —Aileen Liang, beauty writer
Hourglass Veil Translucent Setting Powder in Translucent, $84, available at Sephora
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Tarte Shape Tape Conecealer
Dark circles, be gone. The cult favourite Tarte Shape Tape Concealer has long been a staple in my beauty arsenal. Creamy yet lightweight, it covers dark circles and other blemishes without drying out or looking cakey on the skin. The oversized doe-foot applicator picks up more than enough product to cover my entire face, though I like to use a pea-sized amount for lighter coverage under my eyes. Once set with powder, this concealer stays put all day. — Anis Nabilah, beauty intern
Tarte Shape Tape Concealer, $47 for 10ml, available at Sephora
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The Daily Press Arabica & Amande Body Oil
Getting glammed up for a night out in the summer can be tricky—there’s the threat of it melting off, after all. But it’s also the perfect season for a body glow. Singapore-based brand The Daily Press understands our humid climes well with their lightweight yet nourishing body oil, produced in small batches from naturally-derived ingredients. Blended with rosehip, sweet almond and avocado oils, the fast-absorbing formula hydrates without leaving a greasy residue on the skin. Perhaps my favourite part of all is its scent—upcycled coffee Arabica oil suffuses the skin with the irresistible aroma of fresh, roasted beans. The glowy results, of course, are undeniable. —Aileen Liang, beauty writer
The Daily Press Arabica & Amande Body Oil, $75 for 100ml, available for pre-order at The Daily Press
