From breakthrough skincare formulas to groundbreaking makeup textures, beauty innovation has pushed forth speedily—especially in these times of pandemic, when self-love and self-care are so essential.

The best skincare and makeup drops that got us excited. Now, go buy.

Shielding your skin from sun damage may not be a new edict, but the latest circumstantial changes have once again underlined its importance.

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This mother-daughter pair boldly decided to launch a skincare essence as its first product.

WHAT’S PRETTY MUCH THE CANCELLATION OF THE MID-YEAR HOLIDAY SEASON MAKES SOME PERSONAL PAMPERING ALL THE MORE NECESSARY.

What you need, what you want, and what really works.

A total of 155 new products. More than 180 award categories. A panel of 14 dedicated judges. Weeks of non-stop testing.

This innovative essence refines skin for exceptional clarity

We met the Hollywood actress and newly minted Lancome global ambassador in Tokyo to find out her idea of beauty and the secret to her clear, radiant skin.

Korean beauty mogul, Amorepacific, brought us Etude House, Hera, Innisfree, Laneige, Mamonde and Sulwhasoo, and continues to push boundaries to create new products. Here are three product categories introduced by Amorepacific that have since become staples in the cosmetics industry.

Are you and your partner fun-loving and adventurous, or more intense and reflective? Whatever your bent, here’s how to pick a pair of perfumes that best reflects your relationship.

From tried-and-true favourites to new must-haves, check out this year’s beauty MVPs.

From rejuvenating skincare and breakthrough remedies, to high-impact makeup and hypnotic fragrances, we bring you the BAZAAR beauty edit of the year—culled from hundreds of formulas with just three goals in mind: To glam up, get gorgeous and glow from the inside out. These products get our seal of approval

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Formulated in Singapore, these local brands keep your skin in tip-top shape.

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Fight fatigue and get your daily dose of energy with Lao Xie Zhen Premium Boiled Essence of Chicken.

Fight fatigue and get your daily dose of energy with Lao Xie Zhen Premium Boiled Essence of Chicken.

Fight fatigue and get your daily dose of energy with Lao Xie Zhen Premium Boiled Essence of Chicken.

Nothing beats the beauty of flawless skin. Whether you’re all about a 12-step ritual or believe in just one hero product, here’s how to ensure every step is power-packed with skin-loving goodness.

A ponytail may be the ultimate go-to, fuss-free hairstyle, but it doesn’t have to be ordinary.

Bye-bye, skin-clogging PM2.5 particles – we’ve assembled the best anti pollution skincare around.

The modern way of taking care of your skin is not about piling on products in multiple steps.

The hills are alive with botanical treasures, and one brand has gone to great lengths to bottle their benefits.

We tested over 600 products from 300 brands to bring you the very best your skin deserves.

Supercharge your skincare and makeup regime with the best beauty picks of 2019.

It doesn’t promise glassy skin.

It doesn’t promise glassy skin.

Transform the kids’ favourite breakfast cereals into awesome sweet treats.

Your eloquence and charm will put you in good stead this month, especially when you’re closing a deal.

51 winners 115 treatments 29 categories We’ve tested them all, and you’ve voted for your favourites. Here’s our guide to the best and most effective facials, pampering massages and hair treatments this year.

Panda eyes, fine lines and puffy eye bags all have one effect – they make you look older and more tired. L’Oréal Paris helps you get youthful-looking eyes by identifying your concern and treating it with targeted care.

Some things don’t need to be improved on. These products have been, and still are, so effective that they have not been changed since they were launched.

La Prairie’s Essence-in-Foundation is the finishing touch for complexion perfection.

Multifunctional cosmetics that help them look confident while they go forth and conquer at work and in life. Hera, Amorepacific’s first premium brand, which debuted here last month, is made for women like them.

Micro-organisms, including probiotics, are the skin’s cavalry. They don’t just defend it and make it healthier, they solve skin problems, too.

What goes into the latest skincare that promises to quench our complexions with some much needed moisture? Here, our pick of the best, and what goes into them. Sofia Kim reports.

The first cushion compact with caviar water redefines the meaning of toting a designer item wherever you go. Female ties ups with La Prairie to discover the benefits of its new Skin Caviar Essence-In-Foundation.

Confession: It wasn’t easy categorising the 16 products on the next four pages, because they all do more than what their traditional product type does. What this also means: They can replace other steps in your routine and make your life a whole lot easier. Sofi a Kim curates the best multitasking beauty products to know now.

Occupational therapist Sophia Chan, 31 (pictured right), first tried this aromatherapy brand last year, when she was prepping for her wedding. A friend who worked at Canvas gave her the Rose Otto range as a pre-wedding present. “Throughout my teenage years and into early adulthood, I was always plagued by acne,” says Chan. “But the products kept me pimple-free despite the added stress from the wedding preparations.”

Say goodbye to love handles with these high-technology wearables.

With limited-edition jumbo sizes and great value sets of its best-selling skincare, herbal cosmetics brand belif stays true to its philosophy of being real, simple and sincere this Christmas.

With limited-edition jumbo sizes and great value sets of its best-selling skincare, herbal cosmetics brand belif stays true to its philosophy of being real, simple and sincere this Christmas.

Too exhausted from the many Singapore Fashion Week activities to keep to a consistent beauty routine? Give your skin a dose of hydrating and brightening goodness with a bottle of SK-II Facial Treatment Essence.

Freeze time to capture lasting youth with these reformulated wonders from the LANEIGE’s Time Freeze line

We answer your burning questions about sunscreens – and also some you hadn’t thought to ask.

Find out what makes these beauty products champions and how to get the most out of them.

Our annual beauty awards are back! Voted by a panel of industry experts and esteemed judges, this is Singapore’s comprehensive list of beauty must-haves. Don’t go shopping without it!

A closer look at aromatherapy.

Bright, even skin tone is within reach with the help of these radiance-enhancing products.

Atorrege AD+C5 EX Brightening Essence is enriched with vitamin C and other natural extracts to give your skin a brighter and more youthful appearance.

Reclaim your youthful glow with innisfree’s Orchid Enriched Essence, then get a flawless, radiant look with the Long Wear Cover Cushion SPF50+/PA+++.

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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Achieving that natural glow for the holiday season is easy with HYDRA ION+ and BRIGHT ION+ – CRYSTAL MOIST’s skincare lines from Korea.

Achieving that natural glow for the holiday season is easy with HYDRA ION+ and BRIGHT ION+ – CRYSTAL MOIST’s skincare lines from Korea.

Pamper family and friends with royal beauty rituals from The History of Whoo.

Pamper family and friends with royal beauty rituals from The History of Whoo.

With specially selected sets to suit every skin concern, there’s no better time to spoil your nearest and dearest.

As the holiday season draws near, pamper your loved ones with the promise of crystal clear skin.

Achieving that natural glow for the holiday season is easy with HYDRA ION+ and BRIGHT ION+ – CRYSTAL MOIST’s skincare lines from Korea.

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This advanced Dr.Ci:Labo treatment toner provides skin with the nutrients it needs to minimise the signs of ageing.

Attending glamorous events all through sgfw? this guide will ensure you look nothing short of faaaaaabulous the entire week.

Stock up on these beauty essentials.

Smooth out lines, erase spots and plump skin with these anti-ageing wonders By Arissa Ha.

We take a journey through plant-inspired skincare with the latest beauty essences from Clarins.

No white cast or chalky textures here – these lightweight sunscreens absorb instantly and don’t feel sticky.

Here are four good reasons why you should add a Hada Labo essence to your skincare routine.

Working to save your thinning strands is this reformulated essence packed with plant and fruit extracts.

...and a youthful look is yours for the taking! These anti-ageing essences reportedly drive active ingredients deep into the skin and may even hold the secret to a baby face, as EUGENE QUEK discovers in Siem Reap.

Want a strong and healthy mane? Take care of your scalp.

Forget fuss-free beauty routines. Korean brands like The History of Whoo show that more can be better in the quest for beautiful skin.

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Beauty insiders, influencers and celebrities tip us off on their brightening secrets

Makeup temporarily conceals dark spots, but doesn’t resolve the problem. Laneige White Plus Renew Original Essence_EX helps you look on the bright side, 24/7.

The secret to skin confidence is a clear, glowing complexion. Step out from behind your makeup with bright and beautiful skin, thanks to LANEIGE White Plus Renew Original Essence_EX.

This powerhouse treatment lotion promises to fight skin ageing and restore skin health. Six women try it out for a month. BY SIMONE WU.

TRULIFE Give your complexion a radiant glow with Trulife Collagen Manuka Max. The collagen drink is packed with micro marine collagen peptides clinically proven to improve skin structure and firmness.

Love flowers but hate how quickly they wither? This Valentine’s Day, we’re opting for a different type of rose…

The Face Inc Blemish Essence.

It wouldn’t be a stretch to say hundreds of beauty products pass through our desks every week. To find out which beauty buys are worth investing in for the new year, The Weekly team, along with industry professionals and influencers, rubbed, scrubbed and dabbed our way to determining the best By Elizabeth Lee.

You don’t have to be a blue blood to get royal treatment. South Korean luxury skincare brand The History of WHOO digs into the past and reinterprets the best beauty know-how of the royal courts.