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Fenty Beauty’s Dew N Plump Hydrating Nectar Face Mist
I’m a face mist girl through and through. I give my countenance a few spritzes every time I’m out the shower, and I have one sitting at my work desk. There is, after all, something so spectacularly easy about it. And you bet that Fenty Beauty’s Dew N Plump Hydrating Nectar Face Mist knows the way to my heart. With a subtle, refreshing scent that underscores the spritz, a couple of pumps leaves my skin feeling generously hydrated and plumped, thanks to its reinvigorating Super Quench Juice Complex of hyaluronic acids and moisturising peptides. — Azrin Tan, associate digital editor
Fenty Beauty’s Dew N Plump Hydrating Nectar Face Mist, $59, available at Fenty Beauty
2 / 23
Makeup by Mario F4 Foundation Brush
There may be mixed feelings about dual-ended brushes, but the F4 from Makeup by Mario has fully converted me. Its name might suggest use with foundation specifically, but its versatility extends to any step of your beauty routine. The compact, denser bristles of one end works exceptionally well for cream blush, or to build up the coverage of a sheer skin tint. The fluffier end is bigger, making it ideal for bronzer or setting powder. For anyone particular about the way a brush fits in your hand, it’s safe to say that the ergonomics of this one makes blending effortless. In any case, having both ends at your disposal means you can pack one less brush with you—which is a win for jetsetters everywhere. —Aileen Liang, beauty writer
Makeup by Mario F4 Foundation Brush, $71, available at Sephora
3 / 23
Natasha Denona Mini Eye Sculpt Cool Tone
With Natasha Denona’s Mini Eye Sculpt Cool Tone, gone are the days of circling between endless palettes and pigments in an effort to achieve an impeccably carved out eye. The goodie brings forth five neutral shades all rendered in a cool-toned hue—a twist on the brand’s cult classic Mini Eye Sculpt Eyeshadow Palette. Upon application with a dense brush, the payoff is undoubtedly present. The creamy mattes also blend in effortlessly, ensuring a smooth finish that even beginners can achieve. A bonus? The compact’s travel-friendly size means that it slips into even the most micro of bags. — Arwa Naser, beauty intern
Natasha Denona Mini Eye Sculpt Cool Tone, $45, available at Sephora
4 / 23
Decorté Watery Smooth UV Comfort
As every oily girl knows, it’s hard to find a sunscreen that hydrates without leaving a greasy film behind. Thanks to Decorté’s Melting Even Veil UV Technology, however, UV protection nano-capsules spread out uniformly over the skin through a velvety smooth texture that sinks right in. It mattifies without looking flat, creating the perfect base for make-up to go on top. The plus point? It’s cooling to the touch too. —Aileen Liang, beauty writer
Decorté Watery Smooth UV Comfort, $68 for 50ml, available at Decorté counters or Lazada
5 / 23
Anastasia Beverly Hills Glidr Shadow Stick in Champagne Ice
Who doesn’t love treating their daily make-up routine as an act of self-care? I know I do. But when I’m rushing out of the house to the office, speed and convenience are essential. Enter Anastasia Beverly Hills’s Glidr Shadow Sticks. Pigmented beyond belief, these eyeshadow sticks apply to the skin like a dream. Available in 16 different shades, the sticks offer up different types of shimmer and sparkle, designed for a variety of make-up styles. My favourite is Champagne Ice, a neutral-toned gold with chunky glitter flecks—perfect as a lid topper or in the corners of the eyes for a distinct sparkle. — Danisha Liang, digital writer
Anastasia Beverly Hills Glidr Shadow Stick, $43, available at Sephora
6 / 23
Dior Forever Nude Bronze Glow
Summer is almost here—and there’s no better way to celebrate than with a brand new bronzer in hand. As seen on the Dior SS26 runway, this limited edition daisy-adorned case features a little ladybug resting atop the signature cannage motif. The daisies appear in the pan too, as a mix of bronze, pink and gold pigments. Swirled together with a brush, Coral Bronze gives the parameters of the face a sunkissed glow—the kind you get from a day out tanning. The velvety powder applies seamlessly over both cream and powder bases, making it my go-to for warming up my complexion. —Aileen Liang, beauty writer
Dior Forever Nude Bronze Glow in Coral Bronze, $120, available online at Dior or Dior boutiques in May
7 / 23
Chanel’s Éclat Premier Bright 3-In-1 Oil
This lightweight face oil packs a punch, quietly enlivening the skin. Promising radiance, Chanel’s Éclat Premier Bright 3-In-1 Oil is so subtle, it barely feels like an oil. Enhanced with premier flower extract—for those pleasing, botanical notes—brightening Vitamin C derivatives as well as the hydrating powers of niacinamide, it’s a charming vanity addition for those looking for an oil-based addition to their skincare rotation. Personally, I find it a perfect medium for performing simple lymphatic and gua sha exercises in the morning. — Azrin Tan, associate digital editor
Chanel’s Éclat Premier Bright 3-In-1 Oil, $181 for 50ml, available at Chanel
8 / 23
Sigi Skin Idyllic Fields Daytime Moisturiser
Not all moisturisers are built for this humid weather, which makes the Idyllic Fields Daytime Moisturiser from Sigi Skin a true standout. Its lightweight, waterless formula is infused with oats, polyglutamic acid and matcha extracts, a calming combination that will soothe, hydrate and restore sensitised complexions. True to its claims, the soufflé cream texture sinks in quickly into my skin without a greasy residue. Perhaps my favourite feature of all is the pushdown pump, which dispenses the right amount hygienically. —Aileen Liang, beauty writer
Sigi Skin Idyllic Fields Daytime Moisturiser, $82, available at Sigi Skin
9 / 23
Dior Forever Glow Maximiser in 630 Sunburst
Pearly skin is the new glass skin. Helping me achieve this luminous finish as of late has been Dior’s new Forever Glow Maximiser in 630 Sunburst. This goodie adds a vibrant glow-from-within to my complexion, all in a singular swipe. Skin tones leaning towards the richer side can rejoice in knowing that the liquid highlighter imparts a natural fusion of light to the skin that doesn’t lean grey—courtesy of the ultra-fine pearly pigments infused within. — Arwa Naser, beauty intern
Dior Forever Glow Maximiser in 630 Sunburst, $79, available at Dior
10 / 23
Dior Le Baume Limited Edition
Whoever said good things come in small packages sure had it right. Case in point: the newly-launched Dior Le Baume Edition, which now comes in three dynamic new colourways: bright pink, vivid coral and delightfully girlish lilac. Beyond so, it harbours all of its original winning qualities that cemented its reputation as a cult-favourite skincare product—a highly-nourishing formula that soothes, repairs and hydrates; a memorable scent; as well as a distinct vessel that makes it as much of a statement-making accessory as it does a hand cream. —Emily Heng, beauty editor
Dior Le Baume Limited Edition, $92, available at Dior
11 / 23
Glow Recipe PDRN+ Repair + Soothe Toner Pads
Toner pads are easily one of the best innovations in recent years in the realm of skincare application—and this vegan PDRN-infused one from Glow Recipe takes the cake. Formulated to soothe and strengthen the skin barrier, these ultra-thin pads have done wonders for my acne-prone complexion. In just five minutes, my cheeks and forehead both feel nourished and appear less inflamed, thanks to the addition of beta glucan and panthenol in its formula. Best of all, these toner pads double up as a DIY sheet mask that you can piece together for a thorough pick-me-up. —Danisha Liang, digital writer
Glow Recipe PDRN+ Repair + Soothe Toner Pads, available at Sephora
12 / 23
Fenty Beauty Shake ‘N Play Liquid Blush in Quit Whine’N
Go forth and dot away. Fenty Beauty has long been known to pack a punch; the new Shake ‘N Play Liquid Blush is no different. Untwist to reveal a squish-tip sponge, perfect for precise dotting. The sweet spot: two dabs of Quit Whine’N—a swoon-worthy plum—along my cheekbones for an extra bit of oomph to spruce up an everyday beat. —Arwa Naser, beauty intern
Fenty Beauty Shake ‘N Play Liquid Blush in Quite Whine’N, $42, available at Sephora
13 / 23
Herbar The Sun Shield SPF30
Finding the right sunscreen for my skin type is never easy, but this one from TCM-powered Herbar has truly earned its spot on my vanity. Formulated with zinc oxide and advanced chemical filters, The Sun Shield provides broad spectrum coverage without the streaky white cast. Instead, it applies like a milky toner and absorbs weightlessly into the skin. Other hero ingredients, like Tremella mushroom and ectoin, soothes and strengthens the skin barrier all throughout the day—making it a formidable sunscreen-skincare hybrid for all-day wear. Best of all, the silky consistency layers well under my make-up while keeping the oil in my T-zone at bay. —Aileen Liang, beauty writer
Herbar The Sun Shield SPF30, €42, available at Herbar
14 / 23
Glow Recipe LHA + AHA Exfoliating Toner Pads
There’s just something about pre-soaked toner pads that feel so relaxing—and these ones from Glow Recipe have become a treat I look forward to as part of my evening skincare routine. With AHA, BHA, PHA and LHA hard at work alongside watermelon enzyme complex, these pads gently exfoliate and unclog pores in just a matter of a few minutes, without stinging or burning. As recommended and demonstrated by Dr Shauna Tan, I apply a pad to my nose, cheeks and forehead twice a week, leaving them on for five minutes each time. I’ve even used them on the backs of my arms to keep my keratosis pilaris flare-ups at bay. The results speak for themselves: make-up applies more smoothly over those areas in the morning, and my bumps are visibly less irritated. —Aileen Liang, beauty writer
Glow Recipe LHA + AHA Exfoliating Toner Pads, $48, available at Sephora
15 / 23
Anastasia Beverly Hills Smooth Blur Contour Stick
There’s so much a good contour stick can do. The latest addition to my beauty arsenal comes bearing six cool-toned hues for only the most natural of finishes. As someone who prefers skin-like wearability for day-to-day, this goodie has delivered just that—sans the patchiness and streakiness. Its stick component allows for effortless application across my cheekbones and jawline, whether layered over an existing base or used to underpaint. — Arwa Naser, beauty intern
Anastasia Beverly Hills Smooth Blur Contour Stick, $51, available at Sephora
16 / 23
TIRTIR Mask Fit Make Up Fixer
Now that we all know the difference between a setting spray and fixing spray, I can safely say that the latter has become an unskippable step for a long-lasting beat. A generous spritz of the TIRTIR Mask Fit Make Up Fixer melts powder products into my skin, extending their wear time without ever cracking. For extra long days, two layers of this and pressed powder in between helps keep everything intact—and, as I’ve tested, holds up even through a sweaty sauna session. —Aileen Liang, beauty writer
TIRTIR Mask Fit Make Up Fixer, $15.26, available at Olive Young
17 / 23
Dior Beauty Rouge Dior Contour Lip Liner
Never underestimate the power of a good lip liner. While I am admittedly a swipe-and-go type of girl on any average work day, I’ve recently found myself leaning more towards a polished lip look. And one can’t really achieve a clean finish on the pout without defining its perimeter. Of all the ones I’ve put to the long-wear test (through cups of coffee, greasy lunches and sweltering days), this one from Dior holds up best. Plus, the shade Nude Ribbon offers up a true-neutral pigment, which works well no matter the lipstick you choose. — Danisha Liang, digital writer
Dior Beauty Rouge Dior Contour Lip Liner, $39, available at Dior Beauty
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Makeup by Mario Softsculpt Transforming Skin Enhancer
Leave it to Makeup by Mario to understand the brief of an all-rounder product. The Softsculpt Transforming Skin Enhancer takes looking sun-kissed to another level, applying like a dream across my visage. An added plus for us acne-prone girlies: a clog-free formulation. — Arwa Naser, beauty intern
Makeup by Mario Softsculpt Transforming Skin Enhancer, $64, available at Sephora
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Celine Beaute Le Rouge Celine Matte Lip Balm
Available in seven decadently sensual hues and a single universal clear shade, the maison expands upon its repertoire of make-up with the Le Rouge Celine Matte Lip Balm; a nourishing and moisturising formula that encases puckers in a veil of hyaluronic acid spheres and black rose oil extract. This results in soothed kissers that don’t have to suffer from sticky or tacky residue thanks to its powdery matte finish. A personal favourite: 05 Raphaelle, a burnt red with coral hints that enhance the skin’s natural luminosity. — Emily Heng, beauty editor
Celine Beaute Le Rouge Celine Matte Lip Balm, $115, available at selected Celine boutiques at ION Orchard, Ngee Ann City and Marina Bay Sands.
20 / 23
Kosas Shiny Objects Wet Glisten Powder Highlighter
A glittering finish for the girls who love to dream—that’s what Kosas’s Shiny Objects Wet Glisten Powder Highlighter gets you. There is something extraordinary about this pressed glitter pod, especially the Embered shade pick. When applied with fingers, it melts into a subtle yet punctuated sheen, but with a small, fluffy brush, I’m discovering plenty of room to build up the shine on my T-zone. Slowly but surely, it’s one that I adore for its brilliant shimmer sleek frame and that I can easily slip into my purse, leaving me with a myriad of ways to up a day’s beat. — Azrin Tan, associate digital editor
Kosas Shiny Objects Wet Glisten Powder Highlighter, $51, available at Sephora
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Chanel Le Crayon Lèvres Longwear Lip Pencil
The foundation of every good lip combo is a lip pencil you can count on. In particular, the Chanel Longwear Lip Pencil checks all the boxes: even pigmentation, creamy formula and a nifty in-built brush. Out of all the limited-edition shades, Brun Rouge presents the perfect mix of red and brown for everything from a ‘90s lip to a statement red pout. Plus, once it sets, it stays put. —Aileen Liang, beauty writer
Chanel Le Crayon Lèvres Longwear Lip Pencil, $41, available at Chanel
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M.A.C Studio Fix 36HR Smooth Angles Concealer
On days where I just want to refresh my complexion, this concealer from M.A.C is the one I reach for. Delivering a demi-matte finish on a precise doe-foot applicator, the reformulated cult favourite covers up pigmentation spots, acne and dark circles without the fuss. Thin and lightweight, it blends out just as easily with a small, dense brush or your fingertips. For extra coverage, I layer the new Studio Fix 24HR Colour Corrector underneath. —Aileen Liang, beauty writer
M.A.C Studio Fix 36HR Smooth Angles Concealer, $42, available at Lazada and the M.A.C boutique at Bugis Junction
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Sol De Janeiro Jelly Perfume Balm in Cheirosa 68
Sol de Janeiro has missed no beat in curating products I consider essential summer staples. And as it turns out—the Jelly Perfume Balm in Cheirosa 68 is no different. To the jet-setter’s delight, a twist-up and swipe across is all takes to evoke the addictive olfactive blend: pink dragonfruit, lychee essence and Brazilian jasmine. This delight wears beautifully as a standalone on my wrists, behind the ear and along the décolletage. But, of course, to amp up the lushness, layering with the Sol De Janeiro Perfume in matching pink makes for an extravagantly vibrant fruity-floral accord. — Arwa Naser, beauty intern
Sol De Janeiro Jelly Perfume Balm in Cheirosa 68, $42, available at Selfridges
