Firmenich master perfumer Alberto Morillas talks about his latest work with Bvlgari and sustainable fragrances.

From mala butter to slow-cooked beef jam, freshly made artisanal flavoured butters and spreads have never tasted so good. Stock up on these gourmet indulgences for easy treats right out of your fridge.

FOR THE MULTITUDE OF DIFFERENCES THAT WE OUGHT TO RECOGNISE AND EMBRACE, THERE ARE SOME THINGS THAT ASIAN WOMEN IN GENERAL SHARE IN COMMON WHEN IT COMES TO DISCUSSING MATTERS OF THE SKIN.

Radiant Effect oral supplement by Lush Laboratory offers the complete solution for younger and brighter-looking skin.

The Radiant Effect oral supplement by Lush Laboratory offers the complete solution for brighter, younger-looking skin.

No more expired groceries and sweating over a hot stove! Today’s smart kitchen appliances let you view the contents in the fridge from your phone, monitor the cooking progress from an app and even prep food based on your unique body composition.

Chantecaille shows how it’s staying ahead of the curve, from using clean ingredients to championing environmental causes through its products.

Cocktail making techniques have evolved light years past shaken or stirred and setting drinks alight. Drinks infused with wood smoke? Old hat. Now, nothing is sacrosanct in the endless pursuit of flavour

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

Amassing a cult following in recent months, these homegrown cafes, eateries and home kitchens are wowing diners with innovative ideas, fresh new flavours and DIY kits that are simply mouthwatering.

BAZAAR’s league of extraordinary women this year features individuals and teams who took a long, hard look at the needs of our communities and stepped up to the challenge.

Every year, we shine a light on 18 distinguished and powerful women in the Great Women Of Our Time Awards.

They’re the frontrunners in local skincare and makeup, coming up with exciting new products and clever ways of doing things.

When you’re some time away from your next facial or aesthetics appointment, or if you just want a pared-down routine, these are the must-have products to get your skin glowing.

When she couldn’t find skincare that was gentle enough for her skin, Amanda Woo started Soul Good Project in her kitchen.

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

Chocolate Delights | Make Your Own Jam | WFH Essentials

Money-saving hacks that are great for your skin and wallet

Money-saving hacks that are great for your skin and wallet

As part of its Single Ingredient programme, Krug sent chef ambassadors to Jaipur to create dishes using the humble onion. Zen’s executive chef Tristin Farmer shares the experience.

It takes discipline, research and planning to translate zero waste and being eco-friendly into your daily beauty practices. Three women tell us how they do it.

It’s good for our animal friends and your conscience.

WITH SUSTAINABILITY NOW PART OF THE MAINSTREAM CONVERSATION, MAKEUP AND SKINCARE BRANDS HAVE INCREASINGLY BEEN SHINING A SPOTLIGHT ON THEIR OPERATIONAL PROCESSES THAT WERE ONCE HIDDEN AT “THE BACK END”.

Invest in self-care this month as our beauty experts suss out the best wellness and beauty treatments for The Weekly’s annual Spa Awards

Fresh Pouts | Award-winning Spa Treatments | Chic Mum Styles

Your skin’s needs change from day to day – and so should what you put on it. Chantecaille offers serums that you can easily mix and match to help you look beautiful and radiant every day.

Hollywood A-listers and the everywoman are increasingly turning to doctor-backed skincare brands to achieve complexion perfection. But are they all they are hyped up to be? Arissa Ha explores

Midway between a cake, a tart and a slice, these slab cakes are the perfect way to sweeten a crowd.

Maximise your beauty budget and get the most bang for your buck with these smart investment choices.

A round-up of the best brightening investments for your beauty wardrobe and regime.

Whether you like it matte, satiny or glossy, here are the best lip picks for a natural-looking pout.

Achieve Better Complexion

This is just the vegan-ning. We break down what’s what, and why you need to be a convert for your skin’s sake.

HW SHOP PLUS

Eat well, live well. It used to be that doing so meant indulging in the likes of foie gras and wagyu – but not anymore.

Cookbooks are back – as evidenced by thesecompelling new tomes documenting our shared love for food.

A bespoke scent is the ultimate expression of personal style.

Agri-tech might be the sexiest thing right now, but is it the solution to bettering our nation’s food security?

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.

Add these in your skincare routine for healthier skin.

They’re locally made, by hand, in small batches.

Level up your Lunar New Year feast with these impressive recipes filled with wonderful, familiar flavours and “good luck” ingredients.

This lightweight moisturiser from Kiehl's is a hydration superhero.

Here’s how to cop that glassy K-skin look made easy, thanks to beauty e-tailer K-sisters.

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

Find out what these chefs are whipping up for their family dinner this Christmas – and no, they’re not all roast turkeys and hams.

Play with fire, handle the meat, and mix up a punch bowl with The Peak’s guide to putting together a show-stopping holiday dinner.

Whether you want to feast with the family or grab some light bites, these new dining options at basement one and level one are guaranteed to satisfy any craving.

Feast like a king with a minimal-waste party and a hawker-themed do – for under $100 per person. Two chefs tell us how to prepare this festive blowout.

Discover why retinoids are still considered the top anti-ageing ingredient type after over 30 years

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

Catherine Tan, founder of local skincare brand Crystal Tomato, is no biochemist or skin scientist.

If you’re houseproud and love to entertain, you’ll want the very best for your family and guests.

The Weekly turns 22 this month, so we’re celebrating with these delicious tea party recipes. Our dainty sandwiches, delicate pastries and gorgeous cake are sure to impress.

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

Writer Stephanie Shiu

Skin Care

Behind the scenes of a four-hands collaboration between Julien Royer and Kenichi Takatsu.

All about Sand & Sky — an Australian brand that’s now taking on the world.

What works the hardest but is the most neglected? Your hands need the love you would give your face.

ASIAN FOOD’S FINE-DINING RENAISSANCE HAS REINVIGORATED THE TOP END OF SINGAPORE’S CULINARY LANDSCAPE. DISCOVER THE EXCITING CHANGES UNDERWAY.

With a fresh dose of ideas, independent grocers are offering alternatives such as zero-waste cereals, vegan-friendly wines, hormone-free meat and other mindful goods.

Indulge in the best hair products for your locks daily.

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

Meet the players flying the flag of Singapore beauty out in the global arena.

Singapore is well and truly on the green map, thanks to these culinary destinations.

Enjoy cooking with these kids' friendly recipes- sweet potato dumplings, pan-fried meat buns or glutinous rice balls

Try these two Singapore restaurants serving seasonal produce in creative and delicious ways!

Once-a-week intensive treats for deep conditioning and restoration, perfect for your self-care beauty rituals.

Frizz tamers, shine boosters and hair protectants that work just as well for touch-ups on-the-go.

This is your guide to the winning face and body treatments in the 2019 Her World Spa Awards. Keep it somewhere safe – you’ll be referring to it often. What the Her World team loves about this batch of winners from beauty salons, medispas, swanky hotels and specialist boutiques: There’s a wellness indulgence for every week of the year, plus extras for tough times.

Wider partings, receding hair lines & widespread thinning. Additionally, you'll notice dumps of hair in the shower or on your pillow.

Clean serums are all the rage right now, but you might be wondering: what are they anyway?

We armed the guests of Tour de Beauty with ways to level up their skincare routine.

The Weekly’s Beauty Editor Arissa Ha flew to New York City to experience the birthplace of a brand that’s working to change the way we view beauty.

Delay the signs of ageing by levelling up your sun protection game.

It starts with sunscreen (and we have some great options for you).

Fresh from his restaurant being awarded Asia’s best, chef Julien Royer is now creating dishes for Air France.

We zoom in on one chef who’s recreating well treasured recipes.

Give your complexion an overhaul with Amaris B. Clinic’s Pico Clear laser treatment.

Most people probably do not associate men with the beauty industry, but we speak to a few good guys who are building careers out of making women (and men) beautiful.

Hearty plants foraged from rocky mountains and high-altitude meadows are starring in a hot new skincare movement – and their impact is impressive.

Vegan, cruelty-free, ethically sourced, water-saving and affordable, Love Beauty and Planet makes it easy to treat ourselves well in an eco way.

Two Spanish restaurants in Singapore are eschewing familiar favourites to give us region-specific dishes: One is focused on Barcelona’s cosmopolitan cuisine, while another brings us grills from the Basque Country.

Before it became popular to embrace “clean beauty” and give back to nature, Chantecaille was already committed to the cause, some 20 years ago.

Everything you need to know about this prickly treatment that’s said to boost collagen, reduce acne scars and bring new life to your skin.

RID SIGNS OF FATIGUE WITH THESE EFFECTIVE EYE CREAMS – REGARDLESS OF YOUR BUDGET.

Packed with nutritious goodness, these flavourful bowls let you #eattherainbow with ease. And they are perfect for a post-workout meal.

From the wacky to the wonderful, here are the latest wellness trends everyone is obsessing over.

Restaurants are doing their part with farm-to-table offerings, biodegradable packaging and certified produce.

Some beauty brands are eco-friendly right from the get-go, but many are getting onto the bandwagon.

A spot of rejuvenation might just be the tonic you need to see out the rest of the year.

Three restaurants that offer exceptional epicurean experiences showcase the superb taste of Wylarah.

The Peak asks gourmets for their dining picks here and abroad. Here, in their own words...

Chef Han Li Guang has grand plans for grown-in-Singapore products.

These have skin-soothing ingredients and formulations that are so gentle and nonirritating, you’ll never fear retinol again.

From all-naturals using only ethically sourced botanical oils to supercharged formulas backed by experienced doctors, here are the top lesser known beauty lines you need to know about in 2019.

Retro Fitted

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

Want to take your Lunar New Year feasting up a level this year?

We asked chefs to share recipes for their favourite festive dishes and, of course, they had to put their own signature twists to them.

The rising star of the spirits world is only for the brave.

GLASS SKIN

It’s an uphill battle to get your complexion looking its best, what with the many skin aggressors we face every day.

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.

Kickstart 2019 with glowing, radiant skin. The first step? Finding the right moisturiser… here’s how.

Why don’t you… Energise your daily rituals with these soul-reviving activities for positive vibes in 2019?

These hybrid brands combine Korean ingredients and technology with the straightforward userfriendliness of Western skincare.

Pops of fun

Busy days call for one-pot meals that nourish and satisfy the whole family, like these delicious creations from a mummy food blogger.

Follow these simple tips and tricks to double the lifespan of your dye job so you can cut down on salon retouches

You may not have noticed the quiet revolution, but some of Singapore’s best bars are fronted by women bartenders – one even has an all-female team – and they bring a distinctly amiable and amicable touch to the scene.

After years of ceding the limelight to K-beauty, Nihon makeup and skincare are flexing their muscle and making their presence felt once again on the global stage.

Stuck for time but still want to serve up a mouth-watering meal?

No redness, dryness or patchiness – banish skin woes and look your best for the year-end festivities with this solid skincare regimen BY ARISSA HA

Skincare heroes to get you through the festive season and beyond.

We hail the king of cocktails.

Cleansing is the first step of your skincare routine, and getting it right involves way more thought than just picking up a random facial wash off the shelf.

It’s a hotspot for skincare, makeup, aesthetic procedures and even hair products. And women in SG just lap them all up. Here’s why they do, and why they love K-beauty so much.

It’s a hotspot for skincare, makeup, aesthetic procedures and even hair products. And women in SG just lap them all up. Here’s why they do, and why they love K-beauty so much.

Salmon is a choice source of omega-3 fatty acids crucial for heart health, and there’s something here to tick everyone’s box

These Singapore beauty brands specialise in selling just a handful of products. They do it for passion, practicality and personalisation.

We’ve rounded up the best moisturisers to rescue every skin type and concern out there.

Wake up pretty with these nourishing sleeping masks

Brandt zoneless horizone tech technology boasts a true zoneless induction cooking surface, being able to accommodate all shapes and sizes of cookware - from rectangle pans to oval dishes.

It’s not all natural and cruelty-free, although it has no animal ingredients. It may have synthetics and chemicals. But it may also be gentler on your skin.

Just how much effort goes into producing a dish? The Peak steps into the kitchens of Singapore’s most celebrated restaurants to take notes.

Magic Square might be the hottest new restaurant trending on social media, but there is a lot more than meets the eye to this pop-up helmed by three previously unknown local chefs.

Designed to balance the scalp and bring shine to hair, this treatment is essential monthly maintenance.

Pamper your scalp with a monthly maintenance treatment like this one to give hair a good foundation to grow from.

These 30 food brands from Singapore are trusted by generations of chefs, home cooks and foodies.

To celebrate National Day, we asked chefs to give their signature twist on their favourite Singaporean dish.

Is your weaning guide all about potatoes and pasta? ELISA CHIA and EVELINE GAN ask the experts about barley water, bee hoon and feeding, Asian-style.

Breathe new life into your hair and scalp with our definitive guide to the most pampering treatments and salon services around the island

Upgrade your hair care regime and look fab always with our top hair product picks of 2018, from shower to styling

Focus on recuperating during your confinement period instead of slaving over the stove. MIA CHENYZE susses out popular confinement food delivery services to consider.

Why fit in when you can stand out?

Restorative formulas that reverse the unwanted effects of styling treatments.

Devices that get you a salon-finish.

Do your hair a favour and indulge in these in-salon solutions.

Is your home in need of a mid-year detox? Consider these greener and gentler ways to keep your rooms clean and your loved ones safe

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.

Turn to these eight new products that cleanse, plus repel and neutralise pollutants, while strengthening skin’s protective layer from start to finish of your skincare routine.

Inspired by ink stamps, these cushion foundations blur out imperfections and give you radiant, glowing skin BY ARISSA HA

Start the second half of the school year right with a mummy food blogger’s hearty breakfast ideas for your little ones.

Having pre-dinner drinks is a great way to start an evening at Origin Grill & Bar. Decked out in dark wood and dotted with plush leather chairs, Origin Bar has a convivial vibe that makes you relax immediately. We enjoy the namesake Origin cocktail, a gin-based thirst-quencher made with spiced pineapple and sugar cane. We also have our eye on other intriguing cocktails such as Leaf The Curry (think curry leaf, tamarind, cardamom and aged rum), and tempting bar snacks (poached lobster roll with trout caviar, anyone?). Alas, dinner beckons.

When you step into Ushidoki’s main dining room in a shophouse on Tras Street, it’s clear that chef Hirohashi Nobuaki is not one to stick with tradition for the sake of it. The kaiseki master shifted his specialisation from seafood to beef two and a half years ago, based on one main approach: “(I applied) the ways I handle fish/ seafood to the way I handle the beef.”

Reconstructive surgery, astronauts and Middle Eastern royalty. This is the story of how they all came together for Dr Yannis Alexandrides’ 111Skin.

One woman’s beauty must-have can be a total fail for her bestie, simply because products should fit our individual lifestyles and beauty goals. Hence, we’ve curated these winners to suit you, whether you’re a fit girl, environment advocate, party-lover or lady boss.

Ever had a sunscreen mess up your foundation? These sun protectors form the perfect base for your skin, plus protect against ultraviolet damage as well.

Now into its 9th year, the annual G Restaurant Awards continues to celebrate the vibrancy of Singapore’s culinary landscape by recognising stellar dining experiences delivered by top restaurants in Singapore.

Ishi is the latest outfit to join the bevy of fine-dining Japanese restaurants in Singapore. Located on the second level of the new Intercontinental Robertson Quay, it serves Kappo cuisine, which features both cold and hot preparation using the season’s best ingredients.

Whether they’re for Raya or a weekend family get-together, these creative recipes give old favourites a palate-fascinating twist.

Millennials don’t really trust anyone, according to research conducted in the US by Harvard University. They’re especially suspicious of big businesses and, with all the knowledge in the world available to them online, they’ll meticulously research any purchase long before they make it.

Developed by three ex-Clarins staff, the Singapore-based online service focuses on being personalised and conscious.

Here’s how to cut down on the steps, not the benefits.

Celebrating Singapore: Cookies inspired by familiar sweet and savoury local flavours are lining the shelves of these bakeries.

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

The pretty flush you get post-workout is healthy. What’s damaging is a redness or crimson cast that looks ruddy and never seems to go away, derms say. Here’s what may be fanning the flames.

Who doesn’t love mascaras that give wimpy lashes an instant boost in length, volume, definition and curl with each swipe? We are all for these cosmetic effects, but if a mascara has added benefits that make them good for your lashes as well, even better. We sussed out the ones that boost lash growth, protect and strengthen those precious hairs, and even hydrate to keep them healthy and shiny.

Expand your kid’s palate with these healthy recipes, which introduce new tastes and ingredients. They’re surprisingly easy to make, too.

Shop your fridge! We bet you already have many of the ingredients for killer appetisers. Combine those staples in fresh, creative ways for fun and festive new tastes. Prep a bunch for a gathering, or throw together a few for a different kind of weeknight dinner.

These Singapore mummy bloggers are just as busy as you are, so their recipes are easy to make – and delicious.

Chris Woo shows you how to make the most of being a host.

The list of local independent skincare brands just keeps growing, united by an all-natural, ethos and minimalist, hipster chic design. Karen Tee reports on the “Etsy-fication” of Singapore’s beauty scene.

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

Some people buy nature’s best as a better way to live. Some look to it as a holistic alternative for addressing long-term skin issues, or because they’re pregnant or recovering from illness. Some do it because it’s the right (or PC) thing to do now. But how do we know – without legal legislature or governance – what is truly green and what is greenwashed? It’s not easy, but we manage to break it all down for you.

Gently poached Fremantle octopus, garlic custard, fresh almonds, stem lettuce, roasted chicken and saffron broth.

Quench your skin with the new Hydra Nature range from EVERSOFT™ SKINZ™, which harnesses the power of natural ingredients to deliver unparalleled hydration.

Writer Vicki Williams.

After modern Australian restaurant Whitegrass opened at Chijmes in 2016, the fine-dining circle waxed lyrical.

The latest South Korean luxury beauty brand to launch in Singapore, Su:m37, believes that fermented ingredients are more easily absorbed by skin.

There has to be a reason for Andre Chiang’s longevity in our dining scene, from the time he carved out his memorable creations at Jaan to his current full-fledged restaurant at Bukit Pasoh.

Whether you seek to enlist the expertise of professionals or choose to do it yourself at home, this compilation of the best treatments and products will ensure that you never have another bad hair day.

Anti-ageing starts beneath the surface.

Next-generation must-haves to future-proof your skin. Plus, breakthrough formulas that will make you change your beauty regime forever.

With potent ingredients and effective delivery systems, today’s face masks pack a power punch, giving you brighter and plumper skin. By Joyce Cheo.

How do you raise a little one who loves veggies and all things healthy?

Swop the greasy takeout for a lunchbox and eat clean al-desko with these chef-endorsed (read: really yummy) recipes. They take a little effort, but they’re worth it – we promise.

Knocking back multiples just became healthier.

Cruelty-free make-up for beauty inside and out

Empower your cooking, cleaning and overall home convenience as our Domestic Diva Awards reveal the best, most futuristic gadgets and gizmos of the year.

With temperatures set to rise during the hot and dry season in Singapore, keeping cool is a prime concern. Fret not, here are 50 tips to help you combat the heat while keeping your living spaces comfortable and stylish.

Picking the best kitchen tools and appliances is tricky, so let our awardwinning picks from this year’s Domestic Diva Awards help you decide!

No, hydration isn’t something new – it’s the foundation of healthy skin. What’s different now: hybrid textures that are altering the lightweight-is-better mindset. Think products that feel rich and substantial, but in a way that’s comforting, not sticky. With climate change affecting our habits and responses (the hotter it gets outside, the more we blast the air con indoors), this is a timely and necessary change as everything needs to be more hydrating.

Crab meat popiah. Satay marinade with freshly ground lemongrass and galangal. Modern texture-enhancing techniques. Local food is being elevated to newer, greater heights. TAN MIN YAN susses out the trend.

Is your skincare affecting you for the worse?

All you need to prepare these five delicious one-pot meals is a little time at the stove before you pop them into the oven.

Kiehl’s take: healing Manuka honey + immunity-boosting Korean red ginseng = increased resilience.

The Ritz-Carlton, Naples expands its ‘grown on-site menu’ with new crops such as tomatoes, edible flowers and baby zucchini using a revitalised version of its CropBox. Aptly named ‘The Grow House’, it’s a sustainable, self-contained, hydroponic vertical system designed for precision farming.

Have a doctor-prescribed skincare regime. Know what sets off your skin. Use mild cleansers and physical sunscreens. Stick to basic products.

Our Yearly List Is Not Just a Selection of the Best or Most Popular Beauty Buys. It Highlights the Top 25 Products That Do Better, Work Smarter and Achieve More Than Others in Their Range. Moh Shuying Reports.

The SOBIOetic range from France uses only organic ingredients to give you naturally clear and radiant skin.

The SOBIOetic range from France uses only organic ingredients to give you naturally clear and radiant skin.

We live in a world obsessed with perfection and many women are buying into this new, unrealistic ideal. But rather than alter how we look, shouldn’t we celebrate our individuality?

What are some of the hottest things to buy, know about, eat and drink? Here are TAN MIN YAN’s favourites.

DaLa Spa is one of Bali’s most authentic brands reviving old healing, bathing and beauty rituals.

Pucker up and protect your pout with a lip balm that suits your lifestyle

There’s a new hair removal trend in town and it gets rid of unwanted strands with natural ingredients you can find in your kitchen.