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Dior Forever Skin Wear
Getting into a camera-ready state is made easy with the all-new Dior Forever Skin Wear. Formulated precisely to “perfect the skin of celebrities and models”, it is also designed “to hold up during hectic photoshoots, red carpets and runways.” This essentially translates to a high-coverage, long-lasting powerhouse that conceals imperfections seamlessly, creating the impression of a flawless visage in the matter of minutes. Of its impressive range of capabilities, the most memorable is its lightweight texture despite the amount of coverage it provides—no caking, cracking or discomfort was observed after ten hours of use, and my skin felt soft and unencumbered even after a long day at work. Its natural-matte finish is the cherry on top considering Singapore’s relentless heat and humidity. — Emily Heng, beauty editor
Dior Forever Skin Wear, $103, available at Dior
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Kylie Cosmetics Cosmic Intense Eau De Parfum
This is what I imagine Kylie Jenner smelled like on the day of the Oscars in her red Schiaparelli dress—alluring, in a way you can’t pinpoint exactly. A few spritzes of Cosmic Intense cloaks you in a creamy, amber cloud, brightened by a squeeze of blood orange and a hint of fresh jasmine. As the benzoin melts into the skin, it leaves behind a soft vanilla trail—like freshly powdered skin after an everything shower. Housed in a statuesque, lipstick-red vessel, it’s the sultry gourmand for nights out and candlelit dinners. —Aileen Liang, beauty writer
Kylie Cosmetics Cosmic Intense Eau De Parfum, $125 for 100ml, available at Sephora
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Chloé Atelier des Fleurs Vert Soleil Eau De Parfum
Chloé, you’ve done it again. A new addition to the fashion house’s premium Atelier des Fleurs line, the new Vert Soleil scent by perfumer Quentin Bisch is my current go-to for sun-soaked summer days. With a crisp, clean top note, this perfume is made for warmer weather—it holds up through most of my work day without being too in-your-face. Its green mandarin notes are balanced with the leafy freshness of coastal foliage, creating a scent that is as grounded as it is bright and captivating. — Danisha Liang, digital writer
Chloé Atelier des Fleurs Vert Soleil Eau De Parfum, $215 for 50ml, available at Sephora
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Anua PDRN Hyaluronic Acid Capsule 100 Serum Mask
On days my skin is in need of a pick-me-up, the Anua PDRN Hyaluronic Acid Capsule 100 Serum Mask comes in mighty handy. It’s a nighttime recovery solution that certainly packs a punch. 20 minutes in, and I’m reaping the benefits of its promised deep hydration, firmer skin texture and that much-desired glass skin finish in the morning that follows. In sum, the one hit wonder delivers copious amounts of the K-beauty brand’s highly-touted PDRN Hyaluronic Acid Capsule 100 Serum, and it shows. For those wondering what to pack into your travel bag when you’re dealing with drastic climate changes, dryer air and external pollutants? Take this bad boy with you for a guaranteed afterglow. — Azrin Tan, associate digital editor
Anua PDRN Hyaluronic Acid Capsule 100 Serum Mask, $35 for 10 pieces, available at Sephora
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Anessa Brush-On Powder
Sunscreen reapplication is made easy thanks to this latest skincare innovation from Anessa. Harbouring a powder texture and encased within a handy twist-up brush, this bad boy comprises SPF50 PA++++ protection to shield your complexion from potent UVA and UVB rays—all without disrupting your make-up. Beyond so, I also found that it did a decent job in oil-control as well as moisturising, where it soothed dry patches along my visage while keeping my T-Zone shine-free. Add this to your rotation of hot weather essentials, stat. — Emily Heng, beauty editor
Anessa Brush-On Powder, $51, available at Watsons
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Nars Natural Matte Longwear Foundation
If there’s one thing that Singapore’s scorching weather is good for, it is proving the long-lasting capabilities of our make-up picks. The latest of which to undergo rigorous testing? The newly-released Nars Natural Matte Longwear Foundation. On that front, it certainly excels—clinging onto skin for 12 hours without budging, all while blurring a variety of imperfections such as acne and hyperpigmentation . Its other plus points include a light-as-feather finish that felt like nothing on my complexion as well as an extensive shade range which encompasses 25 varied hues. And while it does get a tad dry after a few hours of wear, it is nothing a few spritzes of facial mist can’t fix. — Emily Heng, beauty editor
Nars Natural Matte Longwear Foundation, $85, available at Sephora
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Project E Beauty REVA Instant Age Renewal Wand
For those chasing definition without the downtime, Project E Beauty’s REVA Instant Age Renewal Wand delivers a considered answer to the ever-elusive at-home facelift. Bringing together a five-in-one approach to skin renewal, the device works wonders in sculpting and revitalising through to the skin’s deeper layers. The soothing step has seamlessly slotted itself into my nightly routine, leaving behind a complexion that appears visibly more lifted and refined come morning. — Arwa Naser, beauty intern
Project E Beauty REVA Instant Age Renewal Wand, $549, available at Project E Beauty
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Burberry Beyond Wear Finishing & Smoothing Loose Powder
It’s the year to put your best face forward, especially with the latest addition to Burberry Beauty’s Beyond Wear line. Like the iconic Burberry trench coat, the Trench Protect technology in the Finishing & Smoothing Loose Powder creates a breathable, water-resistant veil that also mattifies and smooths over the pores. Pressing a thin layer of the powder with the accompanying puff helps to set my oily T-zone, without ever feeling too heavy or cakey. Plus—digicam girls, rejoice—you won’t have to worry about flashback. —Aileen Liang, beauty writer
Burberry Beyond Wear Finishing & Smoothing Loose Powder, $90, available at Burberry
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D'Alba White Truffle First Spray Serum
After trying out this spray from Korean skincare label D’Alba, my make-up routine has never been the same. This white truffle-infused spray features intensive skincare properties, with each spritz imbuing the complexion with renewed hydration and a healthy glow. For everyday wear, it goes above and beyond as a make-up primer, locking my beat in for the entire day. Plus, its 100ml formula makes it perfect for travel, so I carry this with me on all flights as my go-to facial mist. — Danisha Liang, digital writer
D’Alba White Truffle First Spray Serum, $35, available at Sephora
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Fenty Gloss Bomb Universal Lip Luminiser in Wattabrat
The clean girl is officially dead. It’s time to bring glam back and the Fenty Beauty Gloss Bomb in Whatta Brat might just be the best new addition to your vanity. At first glance, the Barbie-pink gloss shot through with silver-blue sparkles felt a little intimidating, but paired with a pink-brown lip liner, it quickly worked its way into my go-to lip combination.The sheer wash of colour catches the light beautifully, giving lips that juicy, glass-like shine that feels just the right amount of extra especially for a night out. It lasts for a few hours without needing much attention, though like most glosses you will probably want to swipe on another layer after eating. —Shyra Jamal, lifestyle intern
Fenty Gloss Bomb Universal Lip Luminizer in Wattabrat, $38, available at Sephora
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Clarins Double Serum Foundation
If you thought you couldn’t possibly love the Double Serum even more, you’d be happy to find out that you are mistaken. Instead of having to mix in the beloved bi-phase formula manually into your foundation, it now comes together with it. Housed in a dual-chamber system with an adjustable dial, Advanced Ultra Radiance Amplifier (or A.U.R.A) technology and stabilised papain draws out radiance from the skin to deliver luminosity and buildable coverage to the complexion. Applied with the gua-sha inspired brush—which is designed to hug the contours of the face perfectly—my pores are instantly blurred and smoothened. As the day goes on, my skin breathes easily through the lightweight formulation without cracking or separating. —Aileen Liang, beauty writer
Clarins Double Serum Foundation, $98, available at Clarins
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Benefit Play Daze Airy Liquid Blush in Willa
Airy liquid blushes aren’t going anywhere—especially not if Benefit has anything to say about it. The brand’s new arrival imparts an understated glow in five flattering yet distinctive shades. Among the lot, Willa emerges as a neutral rose that diffuses effortlessly across the skin—courtesy of the Microsphere powder infused within. Its doe top applicator picks up just enough product to deliver on that caught-in-the-clouds finish, while retaining its buildable texture. — Arwa Naser, beauty intern
Benefit Play Daze Airy Liquid Blush in Willa, $58, available at Sephora
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Haus Labs Color Fuse Blush Powder
Nothing embodies the spirited playfulness of spring more than a vibrant blush—and this cool-toned pink from Lady Gaga‘s beauty label Haus Labs is the perfect flush for the warmer seasons. Vivid and unapologetically fun, this pocket of pigment doesn’t just breathe life back into my complexion (especially on days when I am extra tired); it also lasts the whole day with no fallout and little fading. But ultimately, what this blush does best—especially considering its powder formula—is its ability to diffuse and sink into the skin. — Danisha Liang, digital writer
Haus Labs Color Fuse Blush Powder, $50, available at Sephora
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Shiseido Ultimune Power Infusing Serum
A new frontier of anti-ageing skincare is upon us. Leading the charge? The newly reformulated Shiseido Ultimune Power Infusing Serum, which utilises Power Fermented Camelia+ to perform an exacting science—that is, targeting and diminishing the source of skin ageing. The results, safe to say, are nothing short of miraculous; skin feels smoother and tighter within just weeks of use, which is natural considering how the reinforcing of the complexion’s moisture barrier is also one of the product’s intended effects. It also accelerates the skin’s regeneration rate, thus leading to a brighter and less sensitised visage no matter the source of aggravation. Use it daily and in tandem with Shiseido’s Ultimune line-up, including the Ultimune Power Infusing Oil. — Emily Heng, beauty editor
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Augustinus Bader The Geranium Rose Oil
In an attempt to rid my lymphatic system of excess toxins, I’ve been attempting massages and even dry-brushing on the regular. And so my best beauty companion as of late has been my trusty geranium-infused rose oil from Augustinus Bader, which eases the bristles’ traction on my skin. This way, I get all the benefits of clearing my system but none of the friction burn. In true Augustinus Bader fashion, this oil also contains the German label’s proprietary TFC8 blend, which has helped my skin feel soft and supple, even soothing the appearance of lighter stretch marks along my hips. — Danisha Liang, digital writer
Augustinus Bader The Geranium Rose Oil, $156, available at Augustinus Bader
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Armani Beauty Luminous Silk Foundation
We’re in favour of lightness, especially when it comes to Armani Beauty’s reformulated Luminous Silk Foundation. A vanity icon that has long been lauded for its natural, lit-from-within finish powered by its Liquid Silk Technology, only now it’s received a whopping update, and it’s a win for skincare savants. Newly plumped up with skincare actives and ingredients like niacinamide and glycerin, the first thing I notice is how hydrated my mien feels and looks throughout the day. The real kicker though, is how weightless it feels on my skin—a plus in my books for a foundation formula. With 18 new shades added to its roster—some designed to account for various undertones—I can say with certainty that this bottle of liquid magic is making a strong case for me to return to foundations full-time. – Azrin Tan, associate digital editor
Armani Beauty Luminous Silk Foundation, $105 for 30ml, available at Armani Beauty boutiques and Armani Beauty counters at Tangs and Isetan Scotts
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Isntree Hyaluronic Acid Watery Sun Gel
As the days are heating up again, there’s no excuse to skip on sun protection. This Watery Sun Gel, as the name suggests, goes on as a lightweight, fast-absorbing layer, even on my oily skin. Infused with eight types of hyaluronic acid, it hydrates and strengthens the skin barrier to give my complexion a supple glow. The best part? It doesn’t leave a white cast, either. —Aileen Liang, beauty writer
Isntree Hyaluronic Acid Watery Sun Gel, $32.94, available at Olive Young
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Patrick Ta Major Headline Double-Take Creme & Powder Blush in She Goes To The Gym
The toss-up between cream and powder blush is one left swiftly in the past with Patrick Ta’s iconic duo. And the possibilities with this goodie are truly endless. My pigment of choice is She Goes To The Gym, an arresting mauve that complements my visage no matter the occasion or time of day. The cream formula effortlessly melts into my skin whilst its powder component adds pigment aplenty. — Arwa Naser, beauty intern
Patrick Ta Major Headline Double-Take Creme & Powder Blush in She Goes To The Gym, $64, available at Sephora
