Traditional notions of beauty have undergone a makeover. Instead of tunnel-visioning on a flawless external appearance, the beauty sphere has instead embraced an all-encompassing self-care approach, placing a deeper focus on holistic wellness and health. Thus, it comes as no surprise that this crossover between the beauty and wellness realm has added new products to our carts: supplements. Chances are you’ve witnessed them being raved about by influential celebrities who deem themselves wellness advocates—think Gwyneth Paltrow with Goop and Kourtney Kardashian with Lemme. But beyond the univer ..read more

In Asian cultures like ours, words of appreciation don’t come as easy as we’d like them to. In fact, we could probably count on one hand the number of times we’ve actually expressed our love for our parents. Special occasions, on the other hand, are an opportune time to celebrate their presence in our lives—if only to give us a reason to demonstrate our heartfelt gratitude for how much they’ve done for us. With Mother’s Day barely a fortnight away, there’s no better time than now to prepare a full-day affair that will have the beloved matriarch in our lives pampered and well taken care of.&nbs ..read more

If there’s anything Natalie Portman has in spades, it is conviction. Granted, this hardly comes as a surprise. Her certitude shines through in her illustrious career; a diversely rich filmography that showcases her aptitude for multi-faceted characters, from a stalwart anti-war activist in Star Wars to a tormented ballerina in Black Swan. The same can be said for her choice in ambassadorships—unlike most entertainers of today, Portman has limited her endorsements to a singular brand, having built more than a decade’s worth of history as a representative for luxury French fashion house, Dior, a ..read more

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Lauded for their collagen-producing properties, the tangible result of peptides can be seen in smoother, firmer, youthful-looking skin. But what exactly are peptides and what can we expect from them? What are the proven skin benefits of peptides?  “Improved hydration within the skin especially within the stratum corneum (topmost layer of the epidermis), which improves the skin barrier function,” explains Dr Hanjing Lee, consultant plastic surgeon at Argent Plastic Surgery and Acclaro Clinic. Peptides help “activate fibroblasts which then induces an increase in collagen production.” This i ..read more

We’ve seen the beauty realm evolve in a multitude of ways over the past decade. Long gone are the days when celebrity beauty ops would be dedicated solely to the red carpet with techniques used often obscured from the public eye. We’ve fast moved on to an aspirational age of social media: how-to tutorials by the professional artists themselves, established content creators sharing their own cosmetic hacks and even full-face routines by some of the biggest A-listers. And we’ve all emerged the better for it. It’s undeniable—the likes of Instagram and TikTok have given us all a space for unabashe ..read more

Synonymous with the first Monday of May, the 2024 Met Gala, themed “The Garden of Time”, is a mere week away. As always, stars in out-of-this-world ensembles will make dramatic appearances on fashion’s biggest red carpet to set new trends for us to ogle over. Elaborate garments aside, there’s no discounting the hefty role a statement hair and make-up look plays in elevating the full fit. And just as this year’s dress code celebrates the Costume Institute’s new exhibition—which spans over centuries of fashion history—it would do us well to reminisce about the best Met Gala beauty looks seen in ..read more

Cutting out carbs or opting to eat “little and often” are just two examples of nutrition fads that have been hugely popular in recent years. But which fads are rooted in fact? Often, eating healthily is simpler than you think. Below, we spotlight seven commonly held nutrition myths that aren’t actually true. Eating after 6pm is bad for you Heard the one about eating late at night making you more likely to gain weight? That’s not necessarily the case. Studies indicate that calorie intake is the decisive factor here, not the timing of a meal. However, there is some evidence t ..read more

In the modern realm of beauty, trends are known to wax and wane. Some are more susceptible to the ebb and flow of #BeautyTok’s temporary whims, whilst others are reliant on increased product knowledge and the illusion of its accompanying desired effects. Case in point? Hailey Bieber’s exceptional marketing tactic; the launch of her beauty brand Rhode and its highly-coveted Peptide Lip Treatment came hand-in-hand with her viral ‘Clean Girl’ look in the summer of ‘22. Then came underpainting and latte make-up—before we finally arrived at the most customisable beauty trend or more aptly, practice ..read more

Whether they prefer a timeless gown or a chic tea dress, a larger than life celebration or an intimate affair, every bride wants to show up at their wedding with a radiant bridal glow. And while make-up artists have the capacity to work wonders, achieving that coveted ethereal glow you see on celebrity brides can still remain a challenge as meticulously selected and applied cosmetics are only one of its three ingredients. Besides the skills of a professional make-up artist, this desired glow is also owed to a combination of expert skincare and nutrition, which is why finding a pre-bridal ..read more