1 / 20
MAC Lustreglass Sheer-shine Lipstick in Alone Time
The MAC Lustreglass Sheer-shine Lipstick in Alone Time has been my recent go-to for days I want a more neutral, mellow look. A cool-toned mauve with high shine, it’s a sheer, creamy formula that swipes on like a dream—giving you full control over the amount of pigment on the lips. Pair the lipstick with a brown lip liner for a bold yet chic look; the ultimate glossy chocolatey lip combo. — Nadia Ferdy, beauty intern
MAC Lustreglass Sheer-shine Lipstick in Alone TIme, $49, available at Sephora
2 / 20
Anastasia Beverly Hills Magic Touch Blush Trio
Talk about the perfect shade of pink. For individuals looking to add a gorgeous flush to cheeks, look to this latest pigment powerhouse by Anastasia Beverly Hills. Each palette comes with three complementary hues in a soft, creamy texture that melts into skin upon contact. This makes blending—and on-the-go touch-ups a breeze. For a subtle, healthy glow, dab it on with a foundation brush. For a more punchy wash of colour, simply go at it with your fingers. A personal favourite hack? Layering it over a powder variant to infuse your visage with just the right amount of dewiness. — Emily Heng, associate beauty editor
Anastasia Beverly Hills Magic Touch Blush Trio, $60, available at Sephora
3 / 20
Joocyee Dewdrop Glaze Lip Oil
Gloss up. Here’s me, reentering my lip oil era with the cult C-beauty brand, Joocyee. With a metal applicator literally shaped like a dewdrop, this bad boy grants my pout a glass-like sheen, and a colour payoff I can’t help but obsess over. With a little squeeze and then some, the massaging tip perfectly blends and cushions the spread of pigment—so I can caress my lips with just the right amount of product. My darling hue of choice is the mocha hue of 609 Chocolit Glow, that lends my lips a deep, subtle glow. — Azrin Tan, senior digital writer
Jooycee Dewdrop Glaze Lip Oil, $20, available at Shopee and at Joocyee stores in Singapore
4 / 20
Bvlgari Allegra Insieme Eau De Parfum
Here’s a sweet pleasing scent that sings of longing and longevity. The latter sentiment comes from the fragrance; despite being flowery with the main ingredient of peonies, the scent is light and gentle on the senses—and wearable especially during these hot scorching days. Crafted by master perfumers Jacques Cavallier and Camille Cavallier, you get an intense whiff of musk and wood, as the floral scent comes to a delicate close with the essence of Italian mandarin and patchouli. — Janice Sim, digital editor
Bvlgari Allegra Insieme Eau De Parfum, $417, available at TANGS, Tangs Plaza
5 / 20
Tatcha The Dewy Milk Moisturiser
Oily and combination skin savants, rejoice—Tatcha’s highly-nourishing moisturiser formula is now available in a light, fast-absorbing texture. Dubbed a “dewy milk”, it imparts a healthy sheen that doesn’t veer into greasy territory, sinking into your visage to eradicate signs of dryness without leaving behind a sticky, tacky sensation. Not only does this make it a prime pick for our humid climate, it also makes it ideal for on-the-go touch-ups where make-up is able to go straight on after with no hassle. The inclusion of Japanese purple rice and prebiotic green tea within its formulae is the cherry on top, where it further fortifies the skin barrier to deliver on unrivalled complexion smoothness. — Emily Heng, associate beauty editor
Tatcha The Dewy Milk Moisturiser, $105, available at Sephora
6 / 20
Avène Ultra Fluid Protector SPF 50
Tinted formulations are not my immediate sunscreen of choice, but Avène certainly makes a great case for it with its newest Ultra Fluid line. Three options sit on the roster—but surprisingly enough, it’s the tinted Perfector that has me convinced. The new line has been designed with a focus on TriAsorB™, the first organic filter that shields not merely against UVB and UVA light, but HEV Blue Light as well, which is perpetually being fed to most of us as we stare into our digital screens. Yet the Perfector comes two-fold, with its tinted formula that feels so lightweight during application, smoothening and evening out my skin tone on the go. For easygoing, foundation-less days, we’re deeming this bad boy a winner. —Azrin Tan, senior digital writer
Avène Ultra Fluid Protector SPF 50, $54.90, available at Avène
7 / 20
Huda Beauty Lip Contour Stain
Easily one of Huda Beauty’s most covetable product. Lining my lips with this felt like one of those water-stain markers I used to have as a kid, only now it was about staying perfectly on the lines. But even if you do, the formula makes it easy for errors. Despite a matte finish, this lip stain and liner hybrid felt soothing on the lips—thanks to its formula of organ oil. The handy product comes with a dual-sided applicator—one for tracing your lips with a felt tip and the other, a lip stain that blends out easily. As for its claim for all-day wear? The colour payoff lasted longer than a few hours but I would recommend for a mid-day touch-up especially after a meal. —Janice Sim, digital editor
Huda Beauty Lip Contour Stain, $42, available at Sephora
8 / 20
Charlotte Tilbury Lip Cheat Lip Liner in Mark of a Kiss
The Charlotte Tilbury Lip Cheat Lip Liner in Mark of a Kiss is the perfect coral shade for all your summer adventures. It’s velvety-rich formula that glides on effortlessly makes it quite the dream to swipe on. Nourished by ingredients like jojoba seed oil, which keeps your pucker hydrated round the clock for that permanently juicy look, it does more than effortlessly resizing and reshaping your lips.— Kashish Malani, digital intern
Charlotte Tilbury Lip Cheat Lip Liner in Mark of a Kiss, $28, available at Sephora
9 / 20
Byredo Blanche Absolu de Parfum
The intensity is amped up with the latest rendition of the Byredo Blanche Absolu de Parfum, which is touted as a “celebration of clean skin, soft linens, and the quiet moments that ground us.” Expect a more nuanced, powdery scent than before, and while rose absolute and violet still come through strongly, it is quickly tempered by an intriguing composition of musk and cashmere wood that reflects a more contemporary take on traditional floral perfumes. Another marked—and welcome—change? A new bottle cap which pays homage to traditional Japanese wood-burning techniques. Its atomizer spray also now comes embellished with gold and silver rings; a shiny, striking touch when juxtaposed with its otherwise minimalist vessel. — Emily Heng, associate beauty editor
Byredo Blanche Absolu de Parfum, $525 for 100ml, available at Escentials
10 / 20
Oribe Gold Lust Restorative Night Crème
You know that feeling when you wake up from your slumber, look in the mirror and realise your hair has never looked better? I woke up like this, but even better? That’s precisely how I found myself one morning after using Oribe’s Gold Lust Restorative Night Crème, a leave-in hair ritual which nourishes and revitalises strands with a combination of biomimetic lupine flower peptides and eucalyptus extract, the latter working double time to soothe my scalp whilst its at it. Beyond that covetable next-day bounce in my maine, it’s one I’m definitely throwing into my travel bag too, just for its reparative properties, keeping my hair condition resistant to the climes. — Azrin Tan, senior digital writer
Oribe Gold Lust Restorative Night Crème, $107 for 150ml, available at Selfridges
11 / 20
Gucci Beauty Flora Gorgeous Gardenia Eau de Parfum Intense
It doesn’t get more ornate than the intricate floral packaging of a Gucci Flora perfume. Just as attention-piqing are the olfactory compositions themselves. This season, the beloved Gorgeous Gardenia fragrance has been reimagined in a more intense iteration. Deep and sophisticated, sensual notes arrive courtesy of vibrant Italian mandarin essence, a floral heart of gardenia accord and Hedione, and a rich base of intensely woody sandalwood. One to wear when you feel like leaving behind an utterly captivating trail. — Dominique Yohanes, beauty writer
Gucci Beauty Flora Gorgeous Gardenia Eau de Parfum Intense, $285 for 100ml, available at Sephora
12 / 20
Charlotte Tilbury Airbrush Flawless Setting Spray
As far as cult, universally adored setting sprays are concerned, this mist from Charlotte Tilbury is among the very best. With a waterproof, hydrating formula, make-up is locked in all day while the appearance of skin itself is deliciously smoothed. Having used this product for the better part of two years now, I’m new to discover that it’s also much-loved for its priming abilities. Spray on after skincare and before applying make-up to maximise those ‘airbrushed’, ‘flawless’ results. — Dominique Yohanes, beauty writer
Charlotte Tilbury Airbrush Flawless Setting Spray, $59 for 100ml, available at Sephora
13 / 20
Clarins Extra-Firming Night Cream
Trust Clarins to deliver a premium skincare formula that’s backed by a wealth of research and active ingredients. Developed by Clarins Research, this refillable night cream hones in on firming, harnessing a meticulously selected trio of actives to boost the skin’s collagen reserves: collagen polypeptide, pecan extract and mitracarpus extract. Meanwhile, niacinamide takes care of improvements in skin texture and a boost in radiance. Talk about an overnight rejuvenation. — Dominique Yohanes, beauty writer
Clarins Extra-Firming Night Cream, $185 for 50ml, available at Clarins
14 / 20
Paula's Choice 5% Vitamin C Sheer Moisturiser SPF 50
We love a multi-tasking product that does it all. An SPF 50 for ultimate sun protection (given the scorching sun rays these days), a moisturiser to protect and nourish and last but not least, a touch of Vitamin C (5% to be specific). The formula is also sheer, sans the white cast and penetrates the skin easily. I love how it’s hydrating and enables a healthy glow and shine to my base. Whilst it is made for all skin types, my oily skin did need a setting powder to matte down the overall visage. For those with skin that fall in that same category, it’s also best to allow some time for the product to seep in before starting on your make-up application. —Janice Sim, digital editor
Paula’s Choice 5% Vitamin C Sheer Moisturiser SPF 50, $65, available at Sephora
15 / 20
Burberry Kisses Liquid Matte Lipstick
On days when I want my lipstick to last—and really endure the test of time—I go matte. Even if that means my sensitive lips would feel dry, heavy, and sometimes downright uncomfortable, I would still gladly go matte. So imagine my surprise when Burberry’s Kisses Liquid Lipstick glided onto my lips like a literal dream. With its creamy, lightweight formula, this matte liquid lipstick has become a constant in my burgeoning beauty arsenal. The cherry on top definitely falls on its rich pigment payoff, a single swipe is all you need for all day wear. And for anyone who wants to go the glossy route, we’d recommend the shade 36 Chai Brown—a perfect neutral base to pair with your favourite gloss. — Kashish Malani, digital intern
Burberry Kisses Liquid Matte Lipstick, $60, available at Sephora
16 / 20
AQ Pore Blackhead Dissolver
I squeezed the rubber bulb of Decorté’s AQ Pore Blackhead Dissolver into my palm—what came out felt like a lighter, silkier take on a cleansing oil. On my pores, it was gentle, not suffocating. With Quantum Computer Engineering, Decorté has formulated a treatment that feels clean but works with scientific precision. Applied to dry skin, it melts into pores, lifting away oil and debris without disrupting the skin barrier. Thanks to organic oils like jojoba, baobab, and safflower, it hydrates while clarifying, leaving the skin smooth, supple, and visibly refined. I spread the product over my skin in stretching circular motions, blending well for 30 seconds to 1 minute, and I felt my pores unclog. After rinsing the product off, the result was clear: my skin was instantly smoother, deeply purified, and perfectly balanced. — Raushana Salim, beauty intern
Decorté AQ Pore Blackhead Dissolver, 40ml for $120, available at Takashimaya
17 / 20
Chanel No 1 De Chanel Serum in Mist
A product that is convenient and capable in equal measure. Meet the latest skincare game-changer put forth by Chanel: the Chanel No 1 De Chanel Serum-in-Mist. The highly-hydrating and nourishing formula from the cult-classic No 1 De Chanel range—which touts formidable red camellia as its star ingredient—has been reimagined in a more lightweight texture that allows for on-the-go touch-ups, shielding the complexion from environmental nasties while also bolstering skin radiance in a single spritz. Apply it to refresh your make-up throughout the day, or simply to give your visage a much-needed jolt of moisture and calming. As someone who is prone to inflammation and heat sensitivity, this bad boy is a godsend. — Emily Heng, associate beauty editor
Chanel No 1 De Chanel Serum in Mist, $169, available at Chanel
18 / 20
Dolce & Gabbana Light Blue Eau de Toilette
It’s a classic for a reason. Dolce & Gabbana’s iconic Light Blue Eau de Toilette celebrates a quarter-century this year, and still retains all of its timeless appeal. Transport yourself straight to a cinematic summer in Capri with its star notes of crisp apple, Sicilian lemon and sensual cedarwood. Brilliantly, the fragrance has been newly refined by original perfumer Olivier Cresp to offer an intensified aroma that wears even longer throughout the day. More is more—and in this case, all the better. — Dominique Yohanes, beauty writer
Dolce & Gabbana Light Blue Eau de Toilette, $195 for 100ml, available at retailers including Metro, Takashimaya and Tangs
19 / 20
Goldfield & Banks Pacific Rock Flower Eau de Parfum
Freshness, sparkling sunlight and salt water: these enticing elements of the Australian coast are all captured by this distinctive new perfume from Goldfield & Banks. Continuing the fragrance house’s heritage of celebrating natural Australian ingredients, this creamy and aquatic perfume blends essential tea tree oil, tuberose, coral flower and coconut wax with a base of patchouli and Australian sandalwood. The resulting scent is at once playful and light yet warm and grounding—a must-try for those looking for a unique summer fragrance. — Dominique Yohanes, beauty writer
Goldfield & Banks Pacific Rock Flower Eau de Parfum, $268 for 100ml, available at Amaris Beauty
20 / 20
Nars Precision Lip Liner
The foundation of any lip look worth rocking on a day-to-day basis. The NARS Precision Lip Liner does its job. Beyond that, due to its range of 14 shades available in Singapore and its long-lasting matte formula, it defines and sculpts. The wooden pencil glides on with smooth, pigment-packed ease, striking that rare balance between control and comfort. Its matte finish wears weightlessly, gripping without dragging, and staying in place even after a bowl of noodles and a sweet treat. Whether you’re contouring for fullness or locking in bold colour, the shade range matches NARS’ iconic lipsticks for easy pairing. It may not be the flashiest product in your kit, but it enhances every lip look. — Raushana Salim, beauty intern
Nars Precision Lip Liner, $38, available at Nars
