Cleo Clear Skin Awards 2017 Winners

New beauty innovations crop up constantly, so it’s essential to keep up with the best products, ingredients and technologies. Here's the best of the bunch!

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New beauty innovations crop up constantly, so it’s essential to keep up with the best products, ingredients and technologies. Here's the best of the bunch! 

ASTALIFT White Shield Drink, $60 for 10 bottles.
ASTALIFT White Shield Drink, $60 for 10 bottles.
ASTALIFT

You are what you eat and drink. And with ASTALIFT White Shield Drink, you’re well on your way to having naturally radiant and clear skin.

Best Skin-brightening Supplement

Dull skin, more so than fine lines, is the first sign of premature ageing. While topical creams can help, nourishment through a beauty drink like ASTALIFT White Shield Drink can produce long-lasting results. Each bottle is packed with a high 1,200mg of vitamin C, a crucial ingredient in promoting bright and radiant skin, Nano Astaxanthin to repair skin damage caused by UV rays, and Pure Collagen that boosts skin elasticity. What’s more, ASTALIFT White Shield Drink comes in a super yummy peach and lemon flavour, a rarity in beauty drinks that usually have a bitter aftertaste. 

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Also try: For supple and refined skin, go for ASTALIFT Pure Collagen Powder. Taken daily, it helps to maintain firmness, thanks to its high-purity and lowmolecular collagen and vitamin C. To ensure your skin is well hydrated, apply ASTALIFT Jelly Aquarysta after cleansing. It melts into your skin to allow the two types of ceramide to replenish and lock in moisture.
ASTALIFT Pure Collagen Powder, $76 per box of 30 sachets; and ASTALIFT Jelly Aquarysta, $148.
Benzac

With active pimple-fighting ingredients, Benzac’s Spots Treatment 5% Gel is the best product to have by your side in the battle against acne.

Benzac Spots Treatment 5% Gel , $17.50.
Benzac Spots Treatment 5% Gel , $17.50.
Best Emergency Spot Treatment

Nothing gets you down like a pimple taking up residence on your face! You’ll no doubt be fighting the urge to squeeze that sucker, but instead, reach for a tube of Benzac. It will set to work reducing inflammation and drying out pimples. Plus, it helps sort your skin out for the future by killing the bacteria responsible for it in the first place, removing excess oiliness, minimising irritation and unclogging pores. 

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Also try: For more severe acne problems, try Benzac Spots Treatment 10% Gel. It’s all the same anti-pimple ingredients, but at a higher concentration so it packs an even more powerful punch.

Benzac Spots Treatment 10% Gel , $18.50.

Bioré

Sensitive skin might require more TLC, but Bioré Oil-Control Micellar Cleansing Water makes removing makeup and taking good care of your skin effortless. 

Bioré Oil-Control Micellar Cleansing Water, $18.90.
Bioré Oil-Control Micellar Cleansing Water, $18.90.
Best Micellar Water for Sensitive Skin

Excess oil is the biggest enemy of sensitive skin. That’s why this lightweight and refreshing makeup remover is so awesome. It uses Natural Mineral Water from the Northern Japanese Alps, so it’s exceptionally gentle on skin. Plus, its advanced formula removes oil, minimises pores and prevents breakouts.

All you need to do is pump some onto a cotton pad and gently wipe your face, and its Watery Micellar Technology will dissolve and lift all makeup – including waterproof mascara and eyeliner – with no rinsing required and no sticky feel after.

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Also try: Bioré Cleansing Oil Cotton Sheets are perfect if you’re travelling or always on the go. Made from 100 percent natural fibres, these cleansing sheets are thick yet soft and smooth. They’re also packed with 20 percent more cleansing oil than usual, so you can wipe away even waterproof makeup effectively without tugging and aggravating your skin. Plus, it has Hydrating Beauty Essence to leave your skin smooth and refreshed.

Bioré Cleansing Oil Cotton Sheets, $3.90 to $17.90.

Bioderma

Here’s a facial cleanser that’s loved by all.

Bioderma Sensibio Gel Moussant Mild Cleansing Foaming Gel, $33.90.
Bioderma Sensibio Gel Moussant Mild Cleansing Foaming Gel, $33.90.

Best Calming Cleanser for Sensitive Skin

The facial cleanser approved by dermatologists, adopted by makeup artists, and adored by millions of women around the world has a new variant. Enter the new Sensibio Gel Moussant, which was specially developed to gently cleanse while hydrating and soothing sensitive skin. It’s enriched with skin conditioning ingredients such as coco-glucoside and glyceryl oleate, and boasts lipid-restoring and moisturising properties.

What makes Bioderma’s Sensibio range so effective is that it has two exclusive patents – Dermo Patent, which reduces skin sensitivity over time, and Toleridine Patent, which contains active ingredients that soothe, calm and strengthen your skin’s resilience. It’s suitable for day and night use on both face and eyes, and can be used alone or as part of a double cleansing routine. 

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Also try: If you’re looking for a single product to cleanse your skin of dirt and grime while removing makeup, Bioderma’s Sensibio H20 is it. This innovative non-rinse formula also has unique restorative properties to ensure your skin feels soft and smooth after cleansing.

Bioderma Sensibio H2O Make-up Removing Micelle Solution, $15.90 to $41.90

Crème Simon

Trust this all-natural Parisian beauty brand with over a century of expertise to gently restore and brighten your skin.

Crème Simon Restorative Sleeping Mask, $68.
Crème Simon Restorative Sleeping Mask, $68.

Best Dewy Skin Moisture Mask for Normal / Combination Skin

Take your night-time beauty routine to the next level with Crème Simon Restorative Sleeping Mask. Used as the last step before you go to bed, this refreshing leave-on gel contains trehalose, which binds water to skin for intense hydration; squalane, a highly moisturising agent that soothes blemishes; and aloe vera, which is rich in antioxidants and vitamins C and B3 to hydrate and repair the skin while lightening pigmentation spots over time. Use it on long-haul flights to combat dehydration or when your skin needs an instant pick-me-up. Leave it on for 15 minutes, rinse off, then say hello to soft, smooth and luminous skin!

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Also try: Who doesn’t love a multi-tasker? Spritz Dermo-Hydrating Toner Mist onto a cotton pad and wipe off all traces of makeup and impurities after cleansing. With 100 percent natural active plant extracts including Damask rose and jasmine, this floral facial mist brightens, clarifies and soothes. Use it to calm redness, as a midday pick-me-up for tired-looking skin and even to tame the frizzy ends of your hair!

Crème Simon Dermo-Hydrating Toner Mist, $55.

Crystal Moist
Hydration is the one beauty tip celebs swear by – and that doesn’t just mean guzzling lots of water. Enter Crystal Moist HYDRA ION+ Moisturising Facial Mask.
Crystal Moist HYDRA ION+ Moisturising Facial Mask (7pcs), $19.90.
Crystal Moist HYDRA ION+ Moisturising Facial Mask (7pcs), $19.90.
Best Thirsty-no-more Moisture Mask
If you want your most glowing, gorgeous skin, masks should be a non-negotiable part of your weekly skincare routine. And if you’re after an especially deep boost of hydration, sheets masks are the way to go. This one from Crystal Moist is next-level amazing. Created with TENCEL fibre, it fits snugly onto your face to maximise ingredient absorption and contains a vital moisturising essence that delivers intense hydration. The mask also features Bird’s Nest extract to improve skin elasticity, and HY+3 AquaChanneling Factor and Perfect-Hydration 24 Complex to hydrate and nourish skin.
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Also try: Now that you’ve applied your sheet mask, be sure to keep all that moisture by regularly applying Crystal Moist’s HYDRA ION+ Moisturing Face Essence. It boosts the skin’s moisture retention capacity, leaving your skin finer and smoother. A special blend of agave tequilana leaf extract gives an extra shot of hydration.

Crystal Moist HYDRA ION+ Moisturising Face Essence, $25.90.

TENCEL ® is a registered trademark of Lenzing Aktiengesellschaft for lyocell fibers.

CNP Laboratory

It might sound strange but hydration is the way to fight oily skin. CNP Laboratory A-Clean Anti-Blemish Calming Cream delivers moisture and so much more to your skin.

CNP Laboratory A-Clean Anti-Blemish Calming Cream, $68.
CNP Laboratory A-Clean Anti-Blemish Calming Cream, $68.

Best Moisturiser for Oily Skin

When your skin is dehydrated, it overcompensates by producing more sebum than necessary, leaving a shine on your skin. To combat that, CNP Laboratory is full of active ingredients that deliver hydration to the deep layers of your skin and helps regulate oil production. It also contains vitamin E to soothe and repair inflamed skin, and vitamin B3 to combat pigmentation and acne. There’s also CNP Blemish Complex to retain skin’s flexibility and CNP Anti-Irritant Complex to keep your skin from getting over- stimulated. With continued use, your skin stays matte for longer, and is strengthened and soothed. 

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Also try: It’s vital to cleanse your face thoroughly if you suffer from oily skin. CNP Laboratory A-Clean Purifying Foaming Cleanser has salicylic acid to deeply cleanse your pores of dead skin cells and excess oil, while amino acids help to maintain a healthy skin pH level. Panthenol enhances the hydration levels of your skin, and plant extracts soothe it.

CNP Laboratory A-Clean Purifying Foaming Cleanser, $38.70.

Dr.Ci:Labo

Packing nine skincare and makeup benefits into one nifty product, Dr.Ci:Labo BB Perfect Cream is one hard worker that gives great coverage.

Dr.Ci:Labo BB Perfect Cream, $62.
Dr.Ci:Labo BB Perfect Cream, $62.

Best BB Cream for Dehydrated/Dry Skin

People with dry skin might avoid using base makeup for fear of drying out their already dehydrated skin and accentuating their flaws. That won’t happen with Dr.Ci:Labo BB Perfect Cream. Developed by skin specialists, it delivers nine skincare and makeup benefits. As a makeup product, it conceals, and acts as a base and foundation. It even uses three types of powders to manipulate light so your skin appears radiant and even.

But its skincare benefits are just as potent. Packed with three types of collagen, hyaluronic acid and ceramides, it delivers long-lasting moisture deep within your skin. It also contains vitamin C derivatives that suppress free radical damage and offers waterproof SPF35PA+++ protection. Talk about an all-in-one fix!

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Also try: If you have dry skin, not any moisturiser will do. You’ll need one that’s designed for your skin type. Enter Dr.Ci:Labo Aqua-Collagen-Gel Super Moisture EX. Made with 120 natural types of skincare ingredients including five types of collagen, three types of hyaluronic acid and two types of ceramides, its unique technology works deep within your skin to hydrate and replenish.

Dr.Ci:Labo Aqua-Collagen-Gel Super Moisture EX, $65 to $130.

DRx Medispa

Deep-cleansing facial treatments can be harsh on your skin. Not DRx Medispa Essential Facial Plus, which is suitable even for people with sensitive skin.

DRx Medispa Essential Facial Plus, $268 for 90 minutes.
DRx Medispa Essential Facial Plus, $268 for 90 minutes.

Best Deep-cleansing Facial Treatment

This treatment begins with a head massage before a deep-cleansing stage that uses a Derma-Infuser machine to unclog pores and remove dead skin cells. It’s then time to rejuvenate your skin. A customised intensive serum that’s packed with antioxidants to strengthen your skin and fight free radicals is delivered deep into the skin via an ultrasonic device. Finally, a nourishing Therapeutic Mask is applied. You’ll leave with your skin looking brighter, clearer and smoother. 

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Also try: If you have oily or acne-prone skin, consider DRx Medispa Premier Acne Treatment, which starts with a Deep Cleansing treatment to unclog pores of oil and dirt. Then, Pulsed Light Therapy destroys acne-causing bacteria before an AHA peel is applied to reveal smooth skin.

DRx Medispa Premier Acne Treatment, $236 for 90 minutes DRx Medispa is at #14-02/03 and #16-01/02 Tong Building (Tel: 6733 1555), and #03-01B Wisma Atria (Tel: 6822 7035).

Derma-Rx

Harnessing the best of natural ingredients, Derma-Rx Comedone Formula is a prime example of a skincare treatment that does the job gently and effectively.

Derma-Rx Comedone Formula, $96.
Derma-Rx Comedone Formula, $96.

Best Melt-away Blackhead Treatment

The texture of Derma-Rx Comedone Formula is amazing – it’s instantly absorbed, leaving your skin matte and soft. But what’s even more impressive is the efficacy of the plant-based ingredients. Lycopene derived from tomato extract protects the skin from the environmental agents that cause clogged pores, while the natural fruit acids regulate sebum production. Kudzu root and great burdock root extract contain anti-inflammatory elements to soothe acne-prone skin, while chamomile extract protects against free-radical damage. Blackheads, whiteheads and blemishes are significantly less visible – it’s like your complexion got airbrushed! 

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Also try:To further protect your skin from breakouts, use Derma-Rx Blemish Formula. This oil-free formulation has over 10 plant-based extracts to reduce excess oil production, eliminate acne-causing bacteria, soothe inflamed skin and promote natural healing to prevent acne scars. Best of all, its natural ingredients are gentle and delicate on your skin.

Derma-Rx Blemish Formula, $89.

Eucerin

Beyond anti-ageing and wrinkle-filling benefits, Eucerin Hyaluron-Filler CC Cream also corrects the complexion.

Eucerin Hyaluron-Filler CC Cream, $63.90.
Eucerin Hyaluron-Filler CC Cream, $63.90.

Best CC Cream for Sensitive Skin

Eucerin Hyaluron-Filler CC Cream contains a lower concentration of light-reflection colour pigments than regular CC creams, so it spreads more easily and evenly for a natural radiant finish. But what truly sets it apart are its ingredients that help to correct blemishes from within.

The secret is its high concentration of hyaluronic acid (HA), which deeply hydrates the skin, fights free radical damage and supports skin renewal. On the surface of the skin, long-chained HA smoothes fine lines, while short-chained HA goes deeper into the skin to plump it from within. It also stimulates your skin’s natural production of HA, ensuring your skin has an optimum amount at all times. To prevent premature ageing and the UV-induced deepening of existing wrinkles, it offers SPF 15+ UVA protection for noticeably smoother skin.

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Also try: Strengthen and stabilise sensitive skin with Eucerin Hyaluron-Filler Day Cream (Rich) SPF 15. Rich in hyaluronic acid, this advanced anti-wrinkle moisturiser thoroughly hydrates the skin from within, plumping and smoothing out fine lines and wrinkles.

Eucerin Hyaluron-Filler Day Cream (Rich), $59.90.

Innisfree

Revitalise your skin with Jeju Lava Seawater.

innisfree Jeju Lava Seawater Lotion, $35.
innisfree Jeju Lava Seawater Lotion, $35.

Best Moisturiser for Normal / Combination Skin

Don’t think that just because you have normal or combination skin, you can skip the moisturiser. Moisturising your skin daily is essential to keep your skin healthy. The trick is to opt for a lightweight moisturiser like Jeju Lava Seawater Lotion, as heavy, oil-based ones can leave your skin sticky or greasy, especially in our humid climate. As its name suggests, its key ingredient is lava seawater from Jeju island, which contains special minerals derived from a centuries-old filtration process that occurs on the seabed. These minerals activate the water energy in our skin, strengthening the moisture barrier and improving skin firmness. Use it after your essence day and night and you’ll feel the difference. Plus, its relaxing citrus-herbal scent makes it such a pleasure to use every day.

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Also try: Pair your moisturiser with an essence like innisfree Jeju Lava Seawater Essence, which has a higher concentration of the key ingredient. Formulated with 84.5 percent of Jeju Lava seawater, it absorbs quickly into the skin and gives it an intense moisture boost from within.

innisfree Jeju Lava Seawater Essence, $46.

IDS

Give your skin a much-needed boost and rejuvenation with the high-tech IDS Hydro Therapeutics Treatment.

IDS Hydro Therapeutics Treatment, $198 for 60 minutes.
IDS Hydro Therapeutics Treatment, $198 for 60 minutes.

Best Deep-cleansing Facial Treatment

Even from the cleansing stage, the IDS Hydro Therapeutics Treatment uses technologically advanced equipment, including a powerful water jet stream and ultrasonic technology, to remove embedded dirt and debris from the skin. After your skin is thoroughly cleansed using the clinic’s Multi Minerals solution, a vitamin C essence is applied using a mild electrical current to ensure optimum absorption into the deeper layers of your skin. Finally, a soothing and hydrating facial mask that addresses your specific skincare concerns is applied. Emerge from IDS Clinic with brighter, softer, smoother and seriously clean skin. 

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Also try: To fight pesky pimples, try IDS Advanced Acne Treatment Plus. It starts with an ultrasonic cleansing treatment that removes stubborn blackheads. After that, concentrated light is used to destroy acne-causing bacteria. Finally, a soothing mask is applied to reduce post-facial redness.

IDS Advanced Acne Treatment Plus, $250 for 45 to 60 minutes.

IDS Clinic is at #05-07 to 10 Novena Specialist Center (Tel: 6568 3555). 

IDS

The right nourishment can help you attain healthy and radiant skin.

IDS Lyco-White Oral Skin Supplement, $168 for 90 capsules.
IDS Lyco-White Oral Skin Supplement, $168 for 90 capsules.

Best Skin-brightening Supplement

Three capsules of IDS Lyco-White Oral Skin Supplement contain 1,000mg (or 80 tomatoes worth) of carotenoids, which inhibit melanin synthesis for brighter and more even-toned skin. This supercharged supplement also contains ingredients that act as an oral sunblock, as well as a super-antioxidant for an extra boost to your skin’s health and vitality.

Plus, it has black pepper extract to enhance the intestinal absorption of nutrients, so your body gets as much of the goodness from these supplements as possible.

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Also try: Living in this tropical climate means a daily sunscreen like IDS Non-Tinted Sunscreen SPF 50+ PA+++ is a must. It’s reinforced with sun protection and contains titanium dioxide and zinc oxide particles that won’t irritate your skin. Plus, it doesn’t just block harmful UV rays – it also contains vitamin C to provide additional antioxidant benefits.

IDS Non-Tinted Sunscreen SPF 50+ PA+++, $69.

LANEIGE

Forget blotting your face constantly. Instead, arm yourself with LANEIGE BB Cushion_Pore Control. 

LANEIGE BB Cushion_Pore Control, $59.
LANEIGE BB Cushion_Pore Control, $59.

Most Mattifying Compact Foundation for Oily Skin

While most compact foundations claim to have a mattifying effect, they can absorb too much sebum, leaving your face feeling dry, and your makeup looking cakey. Available in 10 neutral and cool shades, LANEIGE BB Cushion_Pore Control is designed to prevent that. It has a Two-Step Oil Control System – Selective Oil-Balancing Powder – that absorbs only excess oil to keep skin looking matte, and Pore Minisizing technology that keeps your skin moisturised and prevents the production of excess sebum. Plus, with the new ultra lightweight Cotton Candy Powder, you don’t have to worry about piling on too much makeup to cover up uneven skin. 

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Also try: LANEIGE Mini Pore Waterclay Mask is a must-try if you are plagued by unsightly enlarged pores. This clay mask is unlike any other as it removes excessive sebum and tightens pores while providing hydration to the skin so you won’t get an uncomfortable taut feeling after it’s been washed off. This is because it uses Shinan mud clay mixed into a moisture gel cream base. It also has mint water to help strengthen skin’s barrier as well as pine needle extract to control excessive sebum production.

LANEIGE Mini Pore Waterclay Mask, $38.

NIVEA

Let NIVEA help remove the grime from your face without leaving it feeling dry.

NIVEA Hydration Make Up Clear 3 in 1 Foam Cleanser, $8.90.
NIVEA Hydration Make Up Clear 3 in 1 Foam Cleanser, $8.90.

Best Cleanser for Dehydrated / Dry Skin

If you’re looking for a facial wash that leaves your skin squeaky clean without any feeling of tightness after, this foam cleanser may be just what you need. What’s more, it removes 10 types of makeup, including BB cream and tinted sunscreen.

It contains hyaluronic acid (a wonder ingredient that holds up to 1,000 times its weight in water), golden algae (another ingredient with incredible moisture-retaining properties), and Hydra IQ, which improves your skin’s natural water transport network for more effective hydration between the skin layers. This cleanser also has a toning effect, tightening pores so your skin looks smoother. 

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Also try: This water-based makeup remover dissolves heavy and waterproof makeup without leaving a sticky or greasy finish – perfect if you have oily or acne-prone skin. It also contains acerola extract to brighten skin, cartinine for oil control, and lactic acid to fight acne. It’s also free of colourants, perfume, alcohol and parabens, so it’s suitable for those with sensitive skin.

NIVEA White Oil Control Make Up Clear Micellar Water, $9.90.

POND’S

Just because you’re stressed, doesn’t mean it needs to be written all over your face. Restore your natural glow with POND’S Flawless White Dewy Rose Gel.

POND’S Flawless White Dewy Rose Gel Whitening Soft Gel, $24.90.
POND’S Flawless White Dewy Rose Gel Whitening Soft Gel, $24.90.

Most Skin-Brightening Moisturiser for Dehydrated / Dry Skin

Even if you’re diligent with applying sun protection, it’s not just UV rays that can rob your skin of radiance – stress, hormones and your genes play a role too. Keep dull skin at bay with POND’S Flawless White Dewy Rose Gel, which penetrates deep into your skin to lighten dark spots, tighten pores and leave your skin more radiant within just seven days of use. The secret of this non-greasy and light-textured gel is Rose Lumiere Serum, which is made of nourishing alpine rose and glycerin, which locks in moisture to keep your skin hydrated for up to 24 hours. 

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Also try: If dark spots and pigmentation are your concerns, boost your skin’s natural ability to repair itself with POND’S Flawless White Re-Brightening Night Treatment. Apply using circular motions just before you go to bed for best results. You’ll wake up looking fresh, more radiant, and ready to take on the day!

POND’S Flawless White Re-Brightening Night Treatment, $24.90.

Proactiv+

Products that treat acne, minimise pores and leave your skin soft? Yes, please! 

Proactiv+ 3-Step Acne System (includes Proactiv+ Skin Smoothing
Cleanser, Proactiv+ Pore Targeting Treatment and Proactiv+ Skin
Brightening Hydrator), $79.90 per kit.
Proactiv+ 3-Step Acne System (includes Proactiv+ Skin Smoothing Cleanser, Proactiv+ Pore Targeting Treatment and Proactiv+ Skin Brightening Hydrator), $79.90 per kit.

Best Blemish Prevention Treatment for Oily Skin

We all know that pimples can really knock your self-confidence; and Proactiv+ gets that. As Japan’s No. 1 Acne System, they’ve been working overtime to reformulate their 3-Step Acne System – and the new medicated formula promises to be their fastest-acting and most gentle yet. Proactiv+’s exclusive new technology, Smart Target, works to deliver the active ingredients directly into the pores to clear and prevent both black and whiteheads, and also help your pores appear smaller. On top of that, the whitening ingredients work to give you beautifully bright and clear skin in record time.

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Also try: We’re always on the hunt for products that make your back and décolletage clear and ready to bare, and this heavy-hitter from Proactiv+ proved to be the winner, clinching the award for Best Watch-your-back Body Acne Treatment for Acne-prone Skin. This medicated face and body wash exfoliates dead skin cells while also removing oil and other nasties that could be clogging your pores. Your skin will also be left feeling clean and soft!

Proactiv+ Deep Cleansing Wash, $45.90.

SK-II Boutique Spa
Combining luxury and technology, the SK-II Aqua Pure Facial is the ultimate way to pamper yourself and indulge your skin.
SK-II Aqua Pure Facial, $260 for 90 minutes.
SK-II Aqua Pure Facial, $260 for 90 minutes.
Best Deep-cleansing Facial Treatment
Even with daily cleansing, debris, sebum and waste can build up on the skin surface and deep within your pores. This can lead to a dull complexion and the occasional breakout.
Give your skin a much-needed reboot with SK-II Aqua Pure Facial at the SK-II Boutique Spa by Senze Salus. This treatment uses lactic acid and a special machine to gently yet effectively cleanse your skin. Instead of using abrasive micro-crystals, the treatment uses a special vortex tip to gently strip away dead skin cells. Salicylic acid is then applied to renew your complexion.
A bespoke cocktail of nourishing ingredients is then selected to address your skin needs and a moistureboosting Facial Treatment Mask are applied, leaving your face purified and recharged. 
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Also try: As you age, your skin’s metabolic rate slows down, affecting its ability to repair and regenerate itself. Give your skin a much-needed boost with an infusion of pure oxygen from Senze Oxygenated Facial. SK-II Treatment Essence is applied to the skin to boost the benefits, and you’ll be breathing in pure oxygen throughout the treatment to promote inner well-being.

Senze Oxygenated Facial, $400 for 100 minutes.

SK-II Boutique Spa is at #02-54/55 Millenia Walk Shopping Centre (Tel: 6336 4880), and #02-06 Shaw Centre Shopping Centre (Tel: 6836 9168).

THEFACESHOP

There’s dewy, and then there’s oily – if your skin’s the latter, a good mattifying compact like THEFACESHOP’s award-winning Oil Control Water Cushion SPF 50+/ PA+++ can change your complexion for the better.

THEFACESHOP Oil Control Water Cushion SPF 50+/PA+++ , $32.
THEFACESHOP Oil Control Water Cushion SPF 50+/PA+++ , $32.

Most Mattifying Compact Foundation for Oily Skin

If you have oily skin or just prefer a matte look, you may have steered away from cushion foundations. But THEFACESHOP’s Oil Control Water Cushion is specially formulated for this skin type. With a special mix of foundation and sebum cut powder, it controls oil while leaving a flawless finish.

It’s also clinically tested to be sweat-proof, maintaining coverage and UV protection even after contact with perspiration. Plus, it’s enriched with special waters to hydrate and boost your skin’s immunity, putting an end to the myth that matte means dry. 

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Also try: Chia Seeds are a super food that’s so, well, super that it shouldn’t be limited to your drinks and breakfast bowls. Used in skincare, it can provide key nutrients and hydration. Use these wipes to remove makeup and keep you feeling fresh whenever!

THEFACESHOP Chia Seed Fresh Cleansing Wipes, $16.90.

TruLife

A beauty drink that repairs UV damage, boosts collagen levels and provides anti-bacterial benefits? We’ll cheers to that!

TruLife Collagen Manuka Max, $58.80 for a box of 10.
TruLife Collagen Manuka Max, $58.80 for a box of 10.

Best Supplement for Healthy Skin

TruLife Collagen Manuka Max beats the rest in its comprehensive approach to health. It contains Cynatine, which is made from keratin to strengthen your skin’s outer layer, nails and hair; and collagen peptides that repair and plump up skin from within. But the star ingredient of this yummy drink is 100 percent pure and organic Manuka Honey from New Zealand. Renowned for its anti-bacterial and inflammatory benefits, it helps stimulate the production of cells responsible for repairing UV damage. Have one a day, and you’re well on your way to a healthier you, both inside and out.

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Also try: Stress, irregular meals and lack of sleep can do damage to your digestive health. While it’s hard to overhaul your lifestyle, it’s easier to clear your system of toxins with a supplement like TruLife Herbal System Detox. It regulates your bowel movements, cleanses your kidneys and supports liver function. In time, your metabolic rate increases and you’ll feel healthier.

TruLife Herbal System Detox, $45.95 for a box of 10.

Uriage

The last thing you want to do when you have acne-prone skin is aggravate it. Fret not, Uriage Thermal Micellar Water (Combination to Oily Skin) is made with your concerns in mind.

Uriage Thermal Micellar Water (Combination to Oily Skin), $26.90.
Uriage Thermal Micellar Water (Combination to Oily Skin), $26.90.

Best Micellar Water for Acne-prone Skin

From the start, Uriage’s mission has been to create hypoallergenic dermo-cosmetic products for even the most sensitive skin. If there’s one thing they’re experts in, it’s how to manage volatile, acne-prone skin.

Micellar Water has become a popular beauty staple as it gently removes makeup, and Uriage Thermal Micellar Water (Combination to Oily Skin) takes it a step further by offering protection and soothing benefits. Thanks to the moisturising benefit of Uriage Thermal Water, it helps to rebuild the damaged skin barrier while other active ingredients help to reduce pore size, regulate oil production, and mattify and refine skin texture. What’s more, it contains green apple extract to fight free radical damage and restore radiance. Just the multi-tasker every busy girl needs!

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Also try: Think of Uriage Thermal Water as a pick-me-up for your skin. Recommended for daily use, it contains hydrating thermal water from the French Alps, and natural mineral salts that soothe and heal. Use it before applying makeup or when you need to refresh your skin – it’s been proven to increase skin hydration by 32 percent in just an hour.

Uriage Thermal Water, $15.90 to $27.90.