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.

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.

The simple processes of inhaling and exhaling can aid sleep, beat cravings and reduce stress. A breathing expert explains how.

Low on energy, can’t sleep, irritable with the kids, and feeling busy but can’t seem to get everything done? Pause and take a few breaths. Ahead, some helpful advice

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Declutter your mind of an over abundance of anxiety to achieve a healthy, positive well-being.

Slowing down in our fast-paced society can be a scary concept but it may actually be what you need to help you get more done

This revolutionary diet is reportedly more than just a weight-loss tool – many people are now espousing it as the solution to other health complaints.

Prep for the ups and downs that lie ahead by discovering what’s in store for your zodiac sign, including predictions in love, health and weath in the Year of the Metal Rat.

For a beauty ritual that delivers on skin-loving benefits with a side of aromatherapy self-care, these are the top 10 plant-based ingredients for your shopping list. By Angelyn Kwek

Want healthy, radiant skin in 2020? Make these tried-and-tested award winners your beauty go tos.

The Year of the Rat comes with new beginnings, and with that, consider new opportunities and challenges as the shift in Qi permeates through 2020. Find out what you can expect and design a grand year for yourself. By Dato Joey Yap

CXA’s Rosaline Koo lives and breathes her app, which is set to revolutionise health management.

You shouldn’t feel bad about taking time out to look after your well-being or spending on a much-deserved spot of pampering. Here are our picks for where to go. The reward: glossier hair, smoother skin, and feeling much more relaxed.

The number of Singaporeans living with diabetes is expected to rise to one million by 2050.

The stars are here to help navigate your light, love and energy as you ease into 2020.

Complete your at-home self-care routine with the best facial masks for your skin.

Have you ever felt your anger rise while your tolerance level dip as you waited for your food to be served? Here’s why.

Cover girl Sheila Sim knows a thing or two about living life to the fullest. The star shares her get-happy formula with us.

Get to the root of bedtime woes with the Sleep Enhancement programme at Kamalaya Koh Samui Writer Stephanie Shiu

THE ANSWER IS NO. Chronic workplace stress is more serious than you might think it is. And with more people burning out at work, here’s why you should take extra precautions to balance your work and life.

Touch not only feels good but is great for your health, the newest science shows. Here’s how to take advantage of its powerful benefi ts, including better sleep, less stress, and stronger immunity.

In our hectic lives, we leave little room to carve out space for ourselves. Here are some ways to create a less-stressed lifestyle.

Your guide to luxury travel & wellness.

Speed is discouraged on Asia’s first tropical rainforest immersion, where slow, silent roaming deep in Borneo’s jungle soothes the soul.

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.

Her daughter fell off a horse and broke her back. One mum shares the traumatic incident with EVELINE GAN and cautions parents to listen to their kids.

You prepped your kid well for the big exam, so why did he make that careless mistake or leave that MCQ answer blank? EVELINE GAN polls the experts for ways to help your child score better.

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.

The Her World team tested myriad shampoos, conditioners, hair masks and leave-in treatments. The aim: to round up the best products for every hair type.

For these three women, it means overcoming the odds even though life dealt them a bad hand.

The hormonemetabolism connection in uences calorie burn, muscle building, and even mood. Here’s your maintenance plan.

Breathe in deep and gain some balance in your life with these beneficial scents.

Feelings are written all over your face: red and inflamed when you’re upset, soft and radiant when you’re happy.

“Quieting my monkey mind was the main thing I hoped meditation could help with,” says ZARELDA MARIE GOH.

What’s in store for you in the Year of the Earth Pig?

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

Your friends and family will play a big part in your life this year.

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

PSLE preparations start in Primary 5, which means a high-pressure two years for your family. Here's how to support your child so they can do their best.

This is the time to re-evaluate your career path.

Once an alternative treatment, acupuncture is moving into mainstream medicine, with research showing that it eases everything Once mainstrea from stress to allergies to pain. Learn the latest on this powerful healing technique – and how it can help you.

When something upsetting happens, the best way to handle it is to deal with the negative feelings and let them go. “Not processing emotions appropriately can lead to depression or even high blood pressure,” says Dr Mithu Storoni, author of Stress-Proof. The most effective ways to de-stress, though, aren’t always the most obvious. Try one or all of these proven methods to reset and relax.

Black can evoke a sense of mystery, and also invite a sensuous ambience into an intimate space. The common misconception about using black in homes is that it will make spaces look small and claustrophobic. To bust this myth, we look at ways to design a black bathroom and examine how lighting, texture and accessories can create a bold and stylish haven you want to unwind and relax in.

When making simple everyday decisions, do you end up stressed, exhausted and secondguessing yourself? You’re not just wishy-washy – there’s a reason for the anxiety.

How much stamina and strength you have are controlled by four key hormones, research shows. Learn how to turn up their power.

These two facials come with pampering massages to help calm and de-stress the mind, and promote circulation for firmer, more radiant-looking skin.

Living in the “now” is the newest mantra for a life well lived. Experts say practising mindfulness helps bring calm and boosts productivity

Making love isn’t just good for your relationship, it offers a myriad of benefits for your body, mind and soul, according to experts

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

They may have topped their cohort in the high stakes exam, but did it set them up for success in life? We find out.

Stress causes hormonal imbalance in your body which makes everything go out of whack, wreaking havoc on the regularity of your periods, causing hair loss, lowering your immune system, and also causing skin to suffer many ill effects. here’s what stress does to your skin, and what you can do about it.

VENTURE CAPITALIST VINNIE LAURIA ADVANCES THE SHARING CULTURE IN THE START-UP ECOSYSTEM.

Sports massages can help you move better, exercise longer, and recover faster, new science shows. Add the relaxation and de-stress elements, and they may just be your secret workout weapon.

Singapore parents who teach their children about mindfulness say it helps them with academic stress, focusing during sports, and even bullying.

If you’re constantly depressed or anxious when you’re expecting a baby, know that this is not normal. Two mums open up about their prenatal depression.

Hassle-free wellness retreat at Bali, Thailand, Sri Lanka, Australia or Indonesia. Take your pick!

Deeper sleep leads to less stress and vice versa, new research shows. These expert strategies will help you chill out, drift off, and feel refreshed and calm every day.

Getting fitter isn’t just about working harder in the gym. It’s also about doing the right things when you’re out of it. Here’s how to maximise your rest day.

How much stress is too much stress?

From work and money worries to relationship woes, we all suffer stress in our daily lives. Here, we look at your real-life concerns and suggest ways to manage them.

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

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Triple S programme at Gwinganna Lifestyle Retreat.

While swimming can feel like a gentle pursuit, it may be better for fitness and weight control for women than walking, cycling or jogging.

The secret to staying fit is proteins called telomeres that protect your chromosomes from damage. Keep them durable and resilient, and they’ll ensure you stay hardy and healthy in return.

I hate using sunscreen, natural or not. Can you suggest some alternatives?

Being under pressure can actually help your brain perform better, so use it to your advantage.

Because what's an ang pao without a side of wisdom for the yeah of the Fire Rooster?

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Redirect stress into renewal with Chiva-Som’s Emotional Wellbeing Retreat.

Join The Key founder Christine McGrory for a week of transformative experiences on February 18–25. Taking place at the chic boutique hotel Peacock Pavilions in Marrakech, The Key World Retreat offers a space where participants can open up to positive change and find happiness, health and love.

The key to doing well in the Primary School Leaving Examination (PSLE) is developing effective study habits early and managing stress, say the experts. We sum up the strategies you can teach your child from Primary 4.

It’s worth getting away from it all to recharge your mind and body. We reap the benefits of an Ayurvedic retreat at a luxury resort in India. Here are the best bits. BY ZARELDA MARIE GOH

Spas and massages are all fine and relaxing, but if you want to try something that’ll surprise you, Associate Editor Karen Fong road-tests these four local options.

26 uplifting ways to take the pressure off during busy periods and soothe your body and soul.

Relax, recharge and smooth your skin.

Don’t let all the festive late nights show on your face. These potions will calm a reactive, inflamed complexion and restore it to its optimal state.

Stay healthy during flu season with these immunity-boosting tips.

He’s your emotional punching bag; work stress, home stress – you offload it all on him. But are you delivering the knockout blow to your relationship?

Does your average day in the office have you pulling out your hair by mid-afternoon? Here’s how to get the most out of every day and boost your happiness

Given how busy our modern schedules are, stress has become an inevitable part of life. But instead of buckling under pressure, learn to harness it for good. Here are five ways to make stress work for you.

Three burning questions for dermatologist and inclusive health expert Dr Howard Murad.

Having problems reducing that tummy bulge? Take a look at some of the potential culprits and try out the solutions – you may be surprised with the outcome.

Rather than let job stress get the better of them, these four high- fliers have found ways to conquer it. Here are their secrets to decompressing at the end of a long work day.

Supplement PNT200 helps to keep stress at bay without harmful side effects.

The stress before or during birth can cause a baby to suffer meconium aspiration syndrome, where faeces in the airways and lungs can result in breathing difficulties. One mother shares her ordeal with EVELINE GAN.

Woke up on the wrong side of the bed? Give yourself an instant mood makeover with these simple tips.

Losing your hair can be very distressing – but there are solutions out there.

We had a taste of what that was like at The Westin Langkawi Resort & Spa, where we were introduced to the Well-being Movement, and chatted with Jojo Struys, now a Well-Being Brand Advocate.

In life it sometimes feels like our top two super villains are stress and anxiety. Why can’t they just leave us alone? As you know, the less you let them get to you the healthier you are physically, emotionally, mentally and spiritually. So defeating these negative emotions by looking at how they affect you as a whole is a wise battle plan.

You’ve tried every trick in the book, so why hasn’t the stork arrived? EVELINE GAN rounds up the top fertility roadblocks, and asks the experts how you can boost your chances of getting pregnant.

Some tension is so buried, you don’t even know it’s there. But it’s hurting your health and stealing your happiness. Here’s how to conquer it.

Not quite feeling like your usual bubbly self from nine-to-five? Like a relationship that just doesn’t seem to be doing it for you any more, it might be time to break up with your job.

Mistakes are inevitable on the job, but it’s how you react that keeps you sane. ARETHA LOH dissects three career conundrums.

A mother tells EVELINE GAN how wetting herself became an everyday affair after delivering her third baby.

Certain vitamins make you stronger. Others help you sleep better or de-stress. Here’s what to take when.

The simple act of admiring the remarkable intricacy of a flower or the vastness of a starry sky can detox your body of stress better than just about any other mental break. In a University of California, Berkeley study in the US, people had fewer markers of inflammation in their body – a side effect of stress – after experiencing awe than they did after a positive feeling such as joy. “Emotions like wonder and amazement are linked with an increased sense of well-being,” says researcher Amie Gordon, who notes that it doesn’t take much to tap into this effect. In a different study, participants said they felt awestruck once every two weeks; some even felt that way nearly every day.