1 / 20
Ex Nihilo Blue Talisman Extrait
Niche perfume house Ex Nihilo has birthed many a buzzworthy fragrance, including Hailey Bieber’s go-tos Fleur Narcotique and Lust in Paradise. Now, the brand’s Blue Talisman scent has been reinterpreted in the form of a deeper, more opulent extrait. Designed to take you on an olfactory journey that’s reminiscent of a precious jewel’s interior, this arresting fragrance turns the intensity up with sprightly top notes of bergamot and pear, a heart of jasmine sambac and orange blossom, and a rich base of vanilla and sandalwood. — Dominique Yohanes, beauty writer
Ex Nihilo Blue Talisman Extrait, $635 for 100ml, available at Amaris Beauty
2 / 20
Laneige Neo Cushion Mewy SPF 42 PA++
Just a little goes a long way. Cushion foundations have been a returning favourite of mine over the years, but the Laneige Neo Cushion Mewy has me convinced that it’s about time for me to make the switch more permanent. There are plenty of reasons to covet the beloved K-beauty brand’s newest product, but we’ll start with the promise of a long-lasting, flawless glow. A little pat of this product goes a long way, and what I really adore is how it doesn’t feel cakey or heavy on the skin at all. Softly blurring any pores for a smooth complexion that still looks natural, it’s also incredible how moisturising it feels, one granted by its Water Lock System and hydration-forward ingredients like hyaluronic acid, squalane and niacinamide. I truly haven’t looked back since I started using this compact—if only for how good my skin looks at the end of a long day. — Azrin Tan, senior digital writer
Laneige Neo Cushion Mewy SPF 42 PA++, $72, available at Laneige Singapore
3 / 20
Ouai Cape Town Deodorant
A good scent goes a long way, especially when it comes down to deodorant. Hands down, Cape Town is one of the best smelling picks from Ouai; refreshing with notes of ginger, spearmint, wet grass and basil, leaving you feeling fresh no matter the time of the day. And beyond the scent, there’s also an added Piroctone Olamine which helps to neutralise body odour, while the coconut oil and shea butter within hydrates and moistures your underarms. — Janice Sim, digital editor
Ouai Cape Town Deodorant, $35, available at Sephora
4 / 20
Tom Ford Oud Voyager Eau De Parfum
Tom Ford’s Oud Voyager Eau de Parfum is captivating from the very first spritz. Opening with smooth, understated woody notes of oud layered with florals—geranium and red peony accord—it reveals a fragrance that is both deep and complex. On first application, the sharp freshness of the florals takes the lead, gradually giving way to the rich intensity of oud as it settles into the skin over time. Best worn at night, this scent carries a seductive, electrifying allure—an olfactory signature of Tom Ford, now intimately yours.— Nadia Ferdy, beauty intern
Tom Ford Oud Voyager Eau De Parfum, $465 for 50ml, available at Tangs
5 / 20
Anastasia Beverly Hills Matte & Satin Lipstick
ABH knows how to perfect soft satin in a lipstick bullet. Available in 30 shades, I personally enjoy Berry Mocha: it stands out with a striking payoff reminiscent of biting into a juicy blackcurrant—smooth in texture and delivered in a gorgeous matte finish. It’s moisturising while leaving a velvety, powdery feel on the lips. This lippie feels just as luxurious as it looks, with lasting power that keeps its rich colour intact all day. A statement shade that flatters effortlessly, it’s one you’ll find yourself reaching for again and again. — Nadia Ferdy, beauty intern
Anastasia Beverly Hills Matte & Satin Lipstick in Berry Mocha, $38, available at Sephora
6 / 20
Chanel Les 4 Ombres Boutons in Baroque
A classic, transformed. The time-honoured Chanel Les 4 Ombres is now available in a stunning new rendition that pays tribute to Gabrielle Chanel’s love of buttons, with each eyeshadow made to resemble the dainty accessory. Hues are stamped with motifs and images that hold significance to the maison—think the iconic No 5 fragrance, camellia blooms, and more. Of the four variants available, Baroque is a personal favourite; an amalgamation of opulent jewel tones and striking metallics that come in a delightfully buildable finish. It also boasts an impressive amount of staying power, where it clung onto lids for over eight hours without smudging even in Singapore’s relentless heat. One for the books, indeed. — Emily Heng, beauty editor
Chanel Les 4 Ombres Boutons in Baroque, $155, available at Chanel
7 / 20
Gucci's Osmanthus Nectar Eau De Parfum
Breathe in warmth, silk petals and sun-kissed fruit. Gucci’s Osmanthus Nectar, $575 from Tangs, is a timeless fragrance. It greets you with a golden rush of apricot, bergamot and cardamom before revealing creamy osmanthus laced with tea. Finally, settling into the comforting embrace of sandalwood, amyris and cedar, the scent clings tenderly. Bottled in red lacquered glass, it’s a fragrance that wears gracefully. unfolding from fruity brightness to a warm, woody cradle.—Raushana Salim, beauty intern
Gucci’s Osmanthus Nectar, $575, from Tangs
8 / 20
Chanel's Hydra Beauty Micro Sérum
Balance. Firmness. Protection. Chanel’s Hydra Beauty Micro Sérum delivers more than moisture. It cloaks the skin in weightless hydration with camellia microdroplets that burst on contact. The finish is plush and the feeling is rejuvenating. Hyaluronic acid locks it all in, while blue ginger and camellia yeast extract work backstage to firm, brighten and defend. It’s the kind of serum that slowly transforms your skin, creating a fresh, plump and dewy mien.—Raushana Salim, beauty intern
Chanel’s Hydra Beauty Micro Sérum, $211 for 50ml, available at Chanel
9 / 20
Prada's Dimensions Eyeshadow
Make-up, by definition: cosmetics applied to the face, used to enhance or alter the appearance. Prada’s Dimensions Eyeshadow in 06 Pulp doesn’t just enhance; it elevates, and it doesn’t alter; it amplifies. So this palette, by definition? Wearable power. Each shade blends like a second skin— never flaking or flat. Layering satin, hyper-matte, soft-matte and metallic foil, the result is a wearable collection of neutrals. Whether it’s contouring the crease or catching light at the inner corners, the colour remains crisp and dimensional for 12 hours. Not to mention the refillable packaging that reduces waste by 75 percent. Crafted to refine and endure, this palette is a striking statement that lasts.—Raushana Salim, beauty intern
Prada’s Dimensions Eyeshadow in 06 Pulp, $150 from Tangs
10 / 20
Dolce & Gabbana's My Lip Overliner
In one fell stroke, Dolce & Gabbana’s My Lip Overliner in My Pinky Coral, delivers plush, high-pigment payoff. Clinging to the lips with kiss-proof perfection, this liner withstands both humidity and water. It’s designed to go the distance, lasting up to eight hours without smudging or fading. Even if it wears off, the built in brush allows you to sketch, blend and sculpt on the fly. With 14 sultry shades that sharpen any lip look, it’s the secret weapon for long-lasting precision.—Raushana Salim, beauty intern
Dolce & Gabbana’s My Lip Overliner in My Pinky Coral, $45, available at Tangs
11 / 20
Silky Lipstick Shine
Hermès silk, on your lips. The Silky Lipstick Shine in Beige Halo melts on contact, draping the lips in a sheer wash of colour that catches light in all the right places. Its balm-like texture is enriched with raspberry leaf, sesame extract and white mulberry for a finish that hydrates, smooths and softens. Forget your lips but better. These are your lips, transformed. With light-to-medium coverage that builds effortlessly, the lipstick allows you to shape your look precisely as you desire. It models the elegance only Hermès can distill.—Raushana Salim, beauty intern
Hermès Silky Lipstick Shine in Beige Halo, $118, available at Hermès
12 / 20
Clarins Double Serum
Refreshing and remarkably effective, the Clarins Double Serum is made with 95% naturally-sourced ingredients and powered by 22 potent plant extracts. Just one drop delivers intense nourishment to the skin. For me, it’s a true holy grail—especially when it comes to fading acne scars and dark spots after breakouts. It leaves my skin deeply moisturised, plump, and smooth, making makeup application effortless. This serum has firmly earned its place in my morning skincare routine.—Nadia Ferdy, beauty intern
Clarins Double Serum, $195 for 50ml, available at Clarins
13 / 20
Guerlain Orchidée Impériale The Longevity Cream
Trust Guerlain to deliver on a precious, potent skincare remedy that sees the culmination of twenty years’ worth of research. The vanda coerulea orchid is capable of living for over a century, and Guerlain has concentrated its properties of vital cellular renewal in this targeted cream. The result is an incredible concentrate that targets nine longevity pathways to promote a younger-looking complexion, with skin regenerated from within over ensuing weeks and months. Firmness, plumpness and reduced signs of ageing are all on the cards with regular application of this luxurious, lightweight formula. Also of note, its opulent exterior is refillable. — Dominique Yohanes, beauty writer
Guerlain Orchidée Impériale The Longevity Cream, $812 for 50ml, available from Guerlain
14 / 20
Innisfree Hyaluron Moist Sunscreen
When your skincare doubles up as a bundle of joy, who can complain? Innisfree’s limited-edition skincare collaboration with Winnie the Pooh is as playful as they come—but the true test is how it fares on the skin. The formulation proves its might in equal measure; the Hyaluron Moist Sunscreen ticking all the boxes for what a dependable tube of SPF should offer. Beyond the lack of a white cast, this sunscreen deserves its brownie points for how lightweight, sheer, and moisturising it is. Packed with eight types of hyaluronic acid, your mien is rewarded with an added layer of hydration before any make-up is layered on—and I adore how seamlessly it absorbs into the skin upon application. — Azrin Tan, senior digital writer
Innisfree Hyaluron Moist Sunscreen, $34, available at Shopee and in-stores
15 / 20
Charlotte Tilbury Airbrush Flawless Finish Foundation
While I’m not normally a fan of anything with a matte finish, the newly-revamped Charlotte Tilbury Airbrush Flawless Finish Foundation proves to be an exception. Its formidable full-coverage capabilities is belied by a surprisingly lightweight formula, which settles into skin without emphasising textural imperfections such as fine lines and acne scarring. The incorporation of the brand’s patented Powder Blur Airtech—also found in its highly-revered Airbrush Flawless Finish Powder—grants a healthy helping of radiance to the visage, too, imbuing an ethereal glow to skin that shows up great in photos.— Emily Heng, beauty editor
Charlotte Tilbury Airbrush Flawless Finish Foundation, $80, available at Sephora
16 / 20
Nars Light Reflecting Luminizing Powder
As someone constantly trying to outsmart dullness and tired-looking skin thanks to my messed up sleep schedule, I’m always after a radiant, glowing complexion. Nars’s Reflecting Luminizing Powder in Electra does just that with its buttery soft texture and stunning shimmer. With one swipe of mesmerising iridescent, it instantly brings a little life to my otherwise minimal base. Now part of my daily make-up routine, I apply the product across my cheekbones, brow bones and nose bridge.— Kashish Malani, digital intern
Nars Light Reflecting Luminizing Powder, $54, available at Sephora
17 / 20
MCM Collection Zen Elephant Eau de Parfum
As the luxury fashion world continues to make its play for the beauty sphere, fans of MCM will rejoice over the brand’s newly unveiled fragrance collection. Inspired by the individuality of MCM’s classic leather animals, the line-up features six scents that are each as distinct as the golden characters sitting atop their flacons. My personal favourite is Zen Elephant, a calming blend of freesia, magnolia and grounding oak moss that imparts instant serenity. — Dominique Yohanes, beauty writer
MCM Collection Zen Elephant Eau de Parfum, $198 for 100ml, available at Tangs and BHG
18 / 20
Joocyee Happy Me Day Crystal Gloss
If there’s anything I’ve been a recent convert of, it is lip products that come equipped with a trusty metal-tip wand. This one by Joocyee ticks all the boxes, where its curvature allows for a super precise application while also providing a cooling jolt to puckers. This bad boy is no slouch in the formula department either—strong pigment payoff aside, it also comprises a boatload of nourishing ingredients to hydrate pouts without leaving behind any tacky residue. A personal favourite: the 652 Clear Mocha shade; a gorgeous brown-red that works across all skin tones. — Emily Heng, beauty editor
Joocyee Happy Me Day Crystal Gloss, $20, available at Joocyee
19 / 20
Clé de Peau Beauté Advanced Protective Day Cream
Healthy radiance. Soft, bouncy skin. On Clé de Peau Beauté’s terms, all this would be well within reach with the beauty house’s latest Advanced Protective Day Cream. As far as cream-based moisturisers go, this silky-light formulation takes the cake. Infused with a radiant lily extract that assists the skin barrier in repairing itself and a brightening agent of Potassium 4-methoxysalicylate that reduces the appearance of dark spots, the road to recovery is gradual yet rewarding. Think diminished fine lines, smoother skin and a firmer look overall—making your skin feel like the best version of itself. — Azrin Tan, senior digital writer
Clé de Peau Beauté Advanced Protective Day Cream, $220 for 50ml, available at Sephora
20 / 20
Hourglass Unlocked Instant Extensions Mascara
Living in Singapore where the weather is hot and humid, I’ve always struggled to find a mascara that can last throughout the day without smudging or flaking. The Hourglass Unlocked Instant Extensions Mascara has been a game-changer for me—it stays in place all day without fallout. On top of that, it gives my lashes incredible length without feeling heavy or clumpy, making it ideal for everyday wear, even in challenging weather conditions. I love that it’s a tubing mascara too—meaning that it’ll come off all at once with a makeup wipe. — Nadia Ferdy, beauty intern
Hourglass Unlocked Instant Extensions Mascara, $54, available at Sephora
