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.

In the heart of Devon lies ANRÁN, a picturesque farmhouse that blends big-city sophistication and organic country charm—complete with impeccable personalised service that ensures you feel right at home.

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With the coronavirus at our doorstep, everyone is on high alert, taking steps to look after their health. It’s a good reminder that self-care isn’t just all about manicures and skincare masks.

SOME FASHION SCHOOLS MIGHT HAVE INTRODUCED DIGITAL VERSIONS OF THEIR GRADUATION SHOWS THIS YEAR, BUT LET’S BE HONEST: THEY JUST DON’T HAVE THE SAME EFFECT AND MEANING AS A TRADITIONAL RUNWAY PRESENTATION, ESPECIALLY FOR THE DESIGNERS WHO’VE SPENT MONTHS OF LABOUR AND RESEARCH ON THEIR COLLECTIONS (THANKS, MISS RONA).

In our relentless quest for progress, DBS Head of Innovation Bidyut Dumra believes humans will become more like machines.

Photographed by her husband Justin Ervin, and surrounded by the golden grasslands of her childhood home in Nebraska, a quarantined Ashley Graham shares moving moments of personal insight, and pens a letter to her newborn son Isaac.

We are what we eat. American doctor and author Dr Michael Greger tells us that these 12 foods could be the key to living well for longer.

From our first breath to old age, touch is central and beneficial to our lives.

Nine personalities. Eight very personal columns. These future leaders write about the issues closest to their hearts.

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A COMPILATION OF ALL THE NEW AND UPDATED BEAUTY PRODUCTS THAT’LL HELP GET ONE V-DAY READY, WHATEVER THE RELATIONSHIP STATUS.

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

The latest and most talked-about collections.

Hitting the gym is probably the last thing you feel like doing. Here’s how you can create fitness habits that help you stay healthy for life.

Smartwatches have taken on a life of their own, diverging from the path of smartphones.

Known for her stance on feminism, Sharul Channa is the only full - time female comedian in Singapore and she takes the jokes as seriously as her job.

Celebrate the beauty of affection with Valentine’s jewels from Pandora this romantic season.

Make a statement with this range of unique fragrances from Ange Gardien Paris.

Make a statement with this range of unique fragrances from Ange Gardien Paris.

Make a statement with this range of unique fragrances from Ange Gardien Paris.

Make a statement with this range of unique fragrances from Ange Gardien Paris.

ALL THE BUZZ IN FASHION

To mark our 22nd birthday, we wandered through our archives and tracked down some of the people who have appeared on our pages through the years…

Those pre- and post-meal munching don’t have to be guilt-inducing, as long as you learn the smart way to snack, for maximum nutrition and enjoyment.

The plant-based diet has long been advocated by doctors and dietitians for better health and quality of life. Here’s exactly why.

Constantly battling the bulge or just not sleeping or eating properly? Here’s a must-read for the sake of your heart health.

She went green before businesses embraced eco-consciousness, and grew a two-person start-up into Singapore’s leading sustainable-packaging firm. Susan Chong’s story is one of single-minded vision armed with an ironclad resilience.

No matter what your fitness goals are, TFX Funan will keep you motivated with its high-tech equipment and exciting small group training classes.

Shopping for a fitness smartwatch? We suss out the latest models that are worthy of being your workout buddy.

Habitat, diet and lifestyle choices are responsible for greater number of heart problems for men.

Her star has soared ever since she made her acting debut in 2003, but Felicia Chin’s feet have stayed firmly grounded.

The way to the modern traveller’s heart is to combine thoughtful destination-centred design with cutting-edge technology.

If you need an extra push to start working out to beat the scales, let these chic active wear motivate you to move more often.

From the food choices that we make, the thoughts and hormones that fuel the choices to the diets that have worked and will continue to work, we explore the reasons behind the dreaded weight gain – and find out how to avoid it altogether.

With the rise of alternative therapies, ESTELLE LOW puts on her new-age hat to try a treatment that combines energy reading, massage, aromatherapy and sound healing.

As HIIT reigns, these machines are getting newfound cred as real body changers.

We celebrate International Women’s Day with a coterie of women who are ground-breaking and pioneering in their respective (and respected) fields, from AI to social welfare to F&B. These are Singapore’s new game changers.

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Activity trackers are getting more powerful, and smartwatches are getting healthier.

Despite a damaged hand, the artist in musician Mark Chan will not be stopped.

What is it like to raise a child with high-functioning autism in Singapore? One brave mum shares her inspiring story with EVELINE GAN.

ARE SOYA PRODUCTS HEALTHY? NEW STUDIES SAY YES. HERE’S WHY.

You’ve got two, and training them the right way makes everything – from powering up stairs to your regular workouts – easier and more efficient.

Everyone on the Shape team worked her butt off (literally) to bring you this prized list.

Our cells release substances in times of pressure called stress granules that can greatly affect our health, groundbreaking new research reveals.

Except, we don’t really use any of the data we collect.

Not just your heart rate, but even sleep and ovulation cycles, and oxygen levels – that’s what the new fitness trackers can track.

Do you want to lose some weight and lower your cholesterol? Then step this way to better health and well-being.

Here’s how to aim high in 2019. We show you how to use your “Desire Map”, which can put your plans into action and help you achieve your dreams

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On Sept 27, Vacheron Constantin launched the Fiftysix collection at The NCO Club.

As the 29th edition of The Singapore International Film Festival rolls around, we meet the power players of our film industry who are shaping, moulding and steering the visual language of cinema with their behindthe-scenes bravado

Wear an Apple Watch an just live longer and healt By Kenny Yeo

Experts say that most cases of heart disease can be prevented by having a healthy diet. Follow these Do’s and Dont’s for a heart-healthy diet

The jury’s still out, but studies are pointing to a link between gum disease and the state of your heart

Quite literally. Treat your ticker right by having more nourishing food. We’ve got the list of the best stuff to load up on, and the worst offenders to avoid.

Your wearable tech is keeping tabs on your heart rate 24/7. Now use those digits to level up your fitness.

The right kind of exercise with the right nutrition is the way to go, say experts. Here are 10 ways you can make every minute really count

Everything you need to know to protect this vital organ and lower your risk for disease

Looking for your next challenge? Stretch your limits with endurance training. It will take you to a whole new level of fitness, physically and mentally.

Scientifically and thoughtfully designed ergonomic products for your well-being and posture care.

From heart rate to cholesterol levels, health trackers mean we’re discovering all our vital numbers.

The Weekly’s Editor-in- Chief Barbara Koh takes a trip to New York City, the birthplace of a skincare brand that’s fun yet serious, familiar yet quirky… a brand proud of its many contradictions

Your emotions have a much bigger impact on your physical health than you might think

In celebration of International Friendship Day on July 30, we asked besties how they inspire each other and keep their bond strong BY ELIZABETH LIEW

Hit refresh with a spritz of fragrance.

I learned, with a heavy heart, that Iranian photographer Abbas Attar passed away in April at the age of 74. Over six decades, Abbas photographed wars, revolutions, and religions, and was a member of the prestigious Magnum Photos agency.

JUST HOW RESTRICTIVE IS YOUR DIET?

Joining the league of brands appointing young, under-the-radar names as creative directors: Pandora with Francesco Terzo and A. Filippo Ficarelli, an Italian duo with EDM DJ good looks who previously ran their own menswear line, and consulted for the likes of Dior and Ralph Lauren. Debuting this S/S ’18, the pair haven’t wasted any time in being disruptors. Their biggest move: the introduction of an 18K yellow gold-plated range called Pandora Shine, which features not just charms and bracelets, but also trendy chokers, stackable rings and asymmetrical ear studs ($89-$349) with playful bee and nature-inspired motifs. Other designs similarly widen and lend a distinctly fashionable edge to Pandora’s existing repertoire: The charms feel more of the moment with fun, bold shapes and pastel hues; and, as with Shine, it’s no longer only about the charms. – KYS

Home & Decor catches up with Jeremy Rowe, Akzonobel director for Decorative Paints, South East & South Asia, Middle East, to find out more about the brand’s Colour of the Year and other innovative products in the pipeline.

Joining the league of brands appointing young, under-the-radar names as creative directors: Pandora with Francesco Terzo and A.

Eager to shed those extra kilos, but don’t fancy yourself a gym junkie? Perhaps it’s time to look at ways you can include physical activity in your day without needing to head to the gym. Daily activities like carrying your own shopping bags, or doing calorie burning house work and chores like vacuuming and car-washing, can help you burn those calories too – here’s how to get started.

Faced with the sudden loss of her beloved husband, Facebook’s million-dollar COO Sheryl Sandberg shares how grief has shaped the person she is now

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Zoom in on the mood boards and style notes of global creatives from the worlds of fashion, photography, gastronomy and urban art.

These group workouts are crazy effective at raising your metabolism and torching calories for hours (or maybe even days) after.

As you gear up for an active, sporty life, fitness writer Estelle Low highlights the hot trends to look out for.

No matter what your fitness goals are, the Samsung Gear Sport Smartwatch will motivate you to hit them – and go even further.

In light of International Volunteer Day on Dec 5, we look at how volunteering doesn’t just benefit others but boosts your health and well-being, too.

When broken heart is a matter of life and death.

This year’s best skincare, makeup and body products for the ultimate in top-to-toe pampering. By Joyce Cheo.

Anya Hindmarch fall/winter 2017.

ZARELDA MARIE GOH finds out that the Apple Watch, soon to be packed with even more cool features, truly has everything you need to achieve your health and fitness goals.

We look at the effect of eggs on cholesterol levels, their nutritional content, and more.

More people are now aware of polycystic ovary syndrome, thanks in part to celebrity “cysters” – a play on “cyst” and “sister”. EVELINE GAN talks to the doctors about the infertility condition and two women who overcame it.

Some of the best flankers of the season.

Why heart rate-monitored workouts are the way forward.

This can negatively impact the heart. here’s why stress matters.

Here’s what you need to know about your heart rate for optimal health.

Find out why your ticker is racing or feels like it keeps skipping beats.

Science may not have a cure for cancer yet, but the likelihood of one being discovered may be just around the corner. Our 12-page health guide unveils the latest scientific research, plus easy tips and advice to get you stronger and happier.

Expert tips on keeping your ticker healthy and happy.

The smartwatch market is tough, but the Apple Watch has a shot at cracking it.

We don’t have to remind you how bad smoking is, but if you previously thought that the occasional cig wouldn’t hurt, think again.

LEGIT REASONS TO SNEAK A BITE BETWEEN MEALS!

Celebrate the many facets of femininity with this season’s latest fragrances.

Take control of your heart health.

Is there such a thing as the perfect number of minutes you should nap or the healthiest number of coffees you should have? Seems there is!

Endurance sports is catching on with health enthusiasts but is the heart equally trained?

From the clean, fresh smell of rose to the spicy aroma of lily, the scent of flowers are as diverse as their looks. Here are our favourite blends of the season.

As the end of 2016 approached, more fitness bands with heart rate monitoring and other unique features plied the hearts, minds, and bodies of people who would look back on festive feasting tenderly. Here are our top choices for those who want to get fit in 2017.

Fight insomnia with these traditional Chinese medicine recipes.

If your New Year’s resolution is to get in shape, get more organized, or sleep better (perhaps even all three), a smart companion for your wrist could be just what you need. But with so many choices out there, how do you know which is the best for you?

Eight expert tips to protect your heart. BY DAWN CHEN

Stay Pure, Explore With Your Heart, Run Wild And Free, Mummy Knows Best.

Is your lack of self-confidence standing in the way of your life and dreams? Heart-to-Heart Psychotherapy tells you how it can help.

Spending the festive season in Edinburgh is a capital idea

What on earth is Kawasaki disease? That was one mum’s reaction when her baby came down with this serious but little-known illness. She shares her story with EVELINE GAN.

AUSTRALIA AND NEW ZEALAND ARE BOATER’S PARADISES THANKS TO MILD CLIMATES AND AN EXTENSIVE NETWORK OF MODERN MARINAS, PLUS SECURE AND STABLE ECONOMIES.

This World Heart Month, we join the Go Red For Women heart disease awareness campaign, and harnessed the knowledge of experts to empower us to take charge of our health By Elizabeth liew.

Is your lack of self-confidence standing in the way of your life and dreams? Heart-to-Heart Psychotherapy tells you how it can help.

As I sit down to write this letter, going through what will be the pages of the magazine you have in your hand, I am amazed at the inspiring women who are featured within. If you’re short on inspiration, feeling flustered or unmotivated, we hope you’ll find just that kick to help you shift gears. The September issue is packed with these admirable women’s first-hand tested strategies and advice to living a better, healthier, happier and more beautiful life.

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The problems in your marriage may signal an affair that’s waiting to happen. Here’s how to fix them before his cheating heart takes over. By Sasha Gonzales

Is your lack of self-confidence standing in the way of your life and dreams? Heart-to-Heart Psychotherapy tells you how it can help.

With full calendars and frenetic travel schedules, it’s easy for executives to neglect their well-being until something goes awry. Here, we turn to the experts, the doctors themselves, for insights into how they maintain their health and what time-starved professionals should look out for in their own.

In this wearables shootout, we look at activity and wellness trackers able to provide Heart Rate Monitoring (HRM) without the need for a chest strap.

Fitness trackers have become a whiz at collecting data on daily activities like walking and sleeping but when it comes to specific sports or picking up heart rate, some have gone the distance and pulled ahead of the game. Here are six that have blown competitors out of the water.

More than a fitness tracker that logs your workouts, steps, calories burnt and sleep patterns, the Polar A360 is a smartwatch that monitors your heart rate, too.

Don’t neglect your relationship with your spouse and the kids – take time to work on them, and seek help when the going gets tough.

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The stresses of modern life, coupled with expectations that women should “have it all”, mean we’re becoming more susceptible to panic attacks. Lee Xin Hui reports.

Smiling, squinting and even looking cranky can all have an impact on your health

Now that the only single Heavenly King is finally serious about settling down, we think up ways to win his heart

Mid-range headphones provide decent audio quality, through varying levels of aesthetics and appeal. The only question that remains then is, which should you buy?

What makes these traditional ethnic foods stand out? Simple: their use of whole, seasonal and locally sourced ingredients that boast a high nutritional profile and strong disease- fighting properties.

Regular exercise and keeping healthy used to be straightforward. Now, all that has changed, with the digital-minded society of today having spawned a never-ending stream of new technology designed to tell us just how well we’re doing on the path to our goals. From a heart rate monitor or activity tracker to a health coach at the tap of your smartphone, we can all use a little boost in motivation every now and then.

When you think of spicing up your sex life, the missionary position probably isn’t the first thing that comes to mind – although it provides lots of skin-to-skin and face-toface contact, which are two huge aphrodisiacs for women. Cue these variations on the classic missionary suggested by Sadie Allison, author of The Mystery of the Undercover Clitoris – Orgasmic Fingertip Touching Every Woman Craves and you’ll have a winner for climaxing.