Stress and exposure to pollutants and UV rays can make skin dull and uneven, with blemishes and dark spots.

The warm energy of ginseng and the coolness of jade make this wrinkle-busting facial a delightful treat for the senses.

Give yourself a top-to-toe treat with these indulgent treatments.

Balanced skin should ideally have a slightly acidic pH of 5.5 for it to be an effective barrier against bacteria growth and external stressors, such as environmental pollutants, while helping to lock in moisture. Here, the treatments that work towards keeping your skin balanced.

This is an important month for your personal development. Some old issues may crop up, but you should be able to easily overcome them. Creativity and positivity will be abundant at this time, so the clearer you are about what you wish to achieve in life, the better things will turn out. Keeping up with activities, and reviewing your finances and budgets are now par for the course.

You’ve planned a barbecue, but it’s raining. HO PEI YING finds out if this smokeless indoor grill can save the day.

The Simply Her Birthday Cooking Challenge was a showcase of talented home cooks, who share their tips with us here.

Its sweet digestive biscuit base, tart filling and delicious crumble topping make this the perfect comfort dessert.

Wouldn’t it be great to earn a side income in your free time, be it after work or between minding your kids? Here are some ways you can work on an ad-hoc basis.

There is now no need to transfer soups and sauces from blender to pot. Philips Avance Collection Cooking Blender HR2099/90 not only blends, but also takes care of the cooking.

What really causes the constant sniffles and blocked nose that plague so many of us?

Working on issue after issue of Simply Her all these years, the team and I have shared laughter and tears, as well as frustrations and victories.

Get a brand new smile with the All-on-4 Implant treament by Malo Clinic Nuffield Dental. If you have missing teeth or are struggling with loose dentures, this minimally invasive and quick dental implant surgery is for you.

These couples prove that hard work and commitment will keep you on the right path in marriage. In conjunction with their milestone anniversaries, we asked them to share their stories and tips for making it work.

Are company cutbacks stretching you and your team beyond your limits? Here’s how to ensure everyone stays loyal, motivated and productive.

Fora gourmet supper tonight, cook a bowl of ramen – complete with char siew and a glorious, molten egg – in under 15 minutes.

A health scare at the start of 2016 made actress Priscelia Chan attempt a gluten-free diet. She shares how the switch transformed her health and wellness with Davelle Lee.

Beauty editor Simone Wu’s picks of the month.

Who says fuss-free equals fuss-free equals sloppy? These combos will hese combos will have you out the door in the shortest time possible.

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.

Everything you need to manage your work, sex life, relationships, health and more made easy.

If you’re considering surgery like Lasik to correct myopia, here are the common and not-so-common side effects.

In this exclusive insiders’ edit, nine beauty advisors reveal the must-haves in their own beauty stashes.

The Simply Her team certainly did! We took every opportunity to test this new massage chair.

Public relations consultant and mum of two, Ruth Chew, 38, enjoys a strong relationship with her helper, Ligaya Fenequito (Joy), 41. She shares how the pair became so close.

We think these things are great and you should have them.

This delicious Indonesian salad is perfect on its own or as a side dish. SILIN WAHYUNINGSIH, owner of Indonesian restaurant Indochili, shares her recipe.

Pre-diabetes affects many women in Singapore, but the problem isn’t often discussed. Even worse, you could have it and not display any symptoms. Here’s what you should know about the potentially dangerous condition.

This stand mixer is one good looker but is it an efficient baking buddy? MIA CHENYZE finds out.

If you knew everything about the skin, how would you deal with a complexion emergency? VANESSA CHIA speaks to three dermatologists to find out.

Here’s how to pick the right flowers for different occasions, with advice from florist Joanne Ho.

For your family’s sake, it’s time to start thinking about how you want your assets to be divvied up after you’re gone.

If your kids are hooked on the Internet and their gadgets, it may be time for the family to take a tech break. Here’s how to go about it

With these classy designs from Hush Puppies, you’ll never have to choose between style and comfort again.

What makes a marriage last – and be satisfying, passion-filled and joyful too? We asked couples to recount their love stories, celebrity couples to express their love in letters to one another, and marriage experts to share their tips on how to make your union last.

Stunned by her doctor’s diagnosis, Zhong Peirong found unexpected solace in support from friends, family, and baking.

Equipped with a slew of useful features, these machines make doing the laundry a breeze.

You don’t hate what you do, but you no longer feel happy or satisfied in your role. Here’s how to tell when it’s time to move on.

Try these quick beauty fixes and no one will know that you’re not your usual self

Juicy, breaded pork sandwiched between buttery waffles, and topped with a sunny-side up. So yummy and so quickly made with minimal cooking.

Everything you need to manage your work, sex life, relationships, health and more

After an appointment with these experts, you’ll look perfectly polished – and so ready for a packed schedule of gatherings.

Getting a health kick can be fuss-free with the Philips Avance Collection Juicer HR1922/21.

Have your cake and ice cream - and eat them all up!

Zeroes in on four major problems women usually encounter when managing their finances and how to fix them.

The Tiger Thermal Magic Cooker helps you prepare some of your favourite dishes with less effort.

Hands up, every woman who agrees that finding a good man may be easier than finding a great beauty professional who knows exactly what you want and delivers!

From a chimichurri skirt steak to Korean satay and vanilla souffle, nothing is beyond the versatile Philips Viva Collection Airfryer HD9643/31.

Alkaline water dispensers that claim to produce healthier, cleaner water seem to be everywhere now. PRISCILLA KHAM finds out how they work and if you should get one, too.

One hundred percent happiness guaranteed by Vanitee!

Get the Year of the Rooster off to a bright, prosperous start with these CNY reunion recipes that use auspicious ingredients to usher in luck, prosperity and wealth to your life.

The Vanitee Awards honours these beauty veterans who have not only helped shape the local beauty industry and raised its standards, but also continue to mentor and influence today’s up-and-coming professionals.

Bitten by the jealousy bug as you scroll through your social media newsfeed? You’re not alone.

Indulge in this chocolate molten lava cake, which takes only 10min and a microwave to make.

Get to know these top talents from Vanitee’s vast pool of nail technicians and artists, who are making their mark in the industry one nail at a time.

Make quick work of refreshing your garments with the Philips ClearTouch Air Garment Steamer GC568/60.

A steaming bowl of authentic Vietnamese chicken soup and noodles is always a welcome meal. JENNY MAC, director of Tonkin Vietnamese Restaurant, shares her recipe.

Okinawans are among the healthiest people in the world, mostly due to their diet of superfoods. Participants at a recent Simply Her workshop learnt how to cook with them.

Can a single cushion streamline your beauty regime and stretch your beauty dollar? Cushion exper ts from South Korean cosmetics giant Amorepacific say this is the future.

Tampines Mall’s dining options – from traditional to trending bites – give you every excuse to bond with loved ones over a meal. No more slogging in the kitchen!

Want to frame your eyes with perfectly shaped eyebrows and full lashes? Here’s who you need to see.

These winners of the inaugural Vanitee Awards represent the best of the best in their category of expertise.

Not all knives are created equal. For the last 200 years, German brand Wusthof has set the standard for designing and manufacturing precision-forged knives.

Fly Entertainment artiste and fitness entrepreneur Liv Lo shares how to prep your body and mind for new challenges this year

Japanese brand Choya is synonymous with umeshu, a refreshing liqueur well loved for its delicious flavour and unique fruity bouquet.

If you are looking for a high-quality and versatile cooking oil that’s perfect for all types of dishes, Mazola Corn Oil is what you need.

From choosing flavourful dried scallops to fish maw with the best bite, these chefs don’t hold back when it comes to sharing their tips for choosing the following delicacies with HO PEI YING.

When Jean discovered her husband was being unfaithful, she found friendship and support in the most unexpected way.

When you want to whip up delicious, healthy meals, you can rely on the Ultimate IH Plasma Series from Happycall.

A blender that blitzes food and then cooks it? HO PEI YING made soups, congee and drinks to see if this dual appliance was a good buy.

Specialising in hairstyling and makeup, these artists are particularly accomplished at bringing out the best of a woman’s natural beauty – and taking her from blah to beautiful.

These experts are most wanted for their ability to carry out a series of different services in one go.

Take a stroll on the stylish side with Skechers’ new GoWalk performance footwear.

Inspired by advanced aesthetics technology, this multipurpose Dr.Ci:Labo product is said to transform your skin.

With these luxurious sets of Murad’s bestselling products, you will be giving the gift of glowing skin.

TUMI’s first-ever aluminium luggage collection is a masterful combination of form and function.

Exude timeless style with a wardrobe of Daniel Wellington classic watches and their interchangeable straps.

You know you’re going to be eating a lot more this festive season, so here’s how to get your body into major fat-burning mode a few weeks before the party.

Hate cleaning windows? HO PEI YING puts this innovative robot to work to see if it would do a good job of her windows and glass doors.

Get yourself party-ready in 60 minutes or less with these 15 treatments for your face, hair, hands and feet.

These sets from belif hold specially selected goodies that pamper the face and body.

Also known as how to keep your year-end windfall safe from a shopping spree, you won’t regret it.

Regain your confidence with Bioskin’s MHP service.

Get gorgeous hair at J’s Salon this festive season.

Actress Joanne Peh tells DAVELLE LEE how she’s striving to be the best mum she can be.

You’re not alone. CANDY LIM, a mum of three and founder of The Fashion Collective Singapore, shares her keep-it-real strategies for surviving the holiday hustle.

Everything you need to manage your work, sex life, relationships, health and more.

Inspired by nutcrackers, this limited-edition holiday collection from ETUDE HOUSE has the perfect gifts for you and your girlfriends.

Show some love with these thoughtful gifts.

With ASTALIFT, chances are you’ll be looking more youthful and radiant by New Year’s Eve.

Steam irons are meant to smooth out every crease and wrinkle. To see which one did the job best, HO PEI YING worked her way through a pile of laundry.

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

We all want beautiful, glowing skin to look and feel our best during the holidays. The Sloane Clinic’s timeline-based revitalising strategies help you achieve just that.

Beauty editor Simone Wu’s picks of the month.

You can now enjoy that relaxing massage with complete ease of mind, thanks to the TRUST programme.

Eaten plain or as part of a meal, Okome Japanese rice offers grains with a difference you can taste.

We think these are great and you should have them.

May you always have flawlesslooking skin.

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

Steal the spotlight with these fast and easy makeup ideas.

The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf’s holiday drinks, desserts and party packs are perfect for joyous get-togethers with friends and family.

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

Let Naturalite help you achieve healthy, shiny tresses.

Achieve a more youthful appearance when you transfom your skin with ASTIQUE The Aesthetic Clinic’s non-invasive treatments.

Give the women you love a pampering experience at the SK-II Boutique Spa, so they can discover the beauty of a crystal-clear complexion.

In the UK, one of the most popular treats at this time of the year are mince pies – and few are as delicious as Marks & Spencer’s pies.

The year-end break is spilling over with excitement and here’s why: we’ve combed the island to bring you our top 17 fantastic familyfriendly activities.

Need a beauty boost this party season? The Imedeen supplement range will help restore firmness, luminosity and youthfulness, as well as strengthen your hair and nails.

So you just had an amazing spa facial or aesthetics treat to improve your skin’s youthful appearance. These skincare gems from INNI Solutions by La Source from the award-winning La Source Spa will enhance and make those results last.

Discover the best-kept secrets of Taiwan’s top celebrity makeup artist and revolutionise your regime with BeautyMaker.

The New Year's Eve party is almost upon you – but you are feeling stressed, tired, and unglamorous. Take heart! Lush Aesthetics can help transform your skin and body with its range of safe, non-invasive treatments.

Fake an orgasm, that is. Yes it’s not just women who pretend the sex was amazing. Here’s what to do if your man has trouble getting to the finish line.

Capitol Piazza is home to international luxury fashion and lifestyle brands, making shopping for that perfect Christmas style statement so much easier.

This Christmas, reward yourself or surprise someone special with a classy watch from Seiko.

The humble wheat takes centre stage in the grandest of ways. By Windy Aulia.

Television host Nikki Muller says she’s evolved from just wanting to be fit and strong to taking better care of her emotional health.

Beauty editor Simone Wu’s pick of the month.

If you’ve never played hard to get with your husband, you might want to now. As 38-year-old sales manager Karen* shares, making him wait is a great way to put the fun back into your sex life. AS TOLD TO SASHA GONZALES.

Be prepared to be charmed by this endearing Japanese island, where happiness and hospitality are as much a way of life as throwing back an Orion beer or two. BY VERONICA CHNG.

Simply her x okinawa x Abc cooking studio hands-on Cooking workshop.

TRULIFE Give your complexion a radiance boost with Trulife Collagen Manuka Max.

Such a structured jacket calls for a softer blouse with, say, a pussy bow to balance the look. What’s more, you don’t always have to pair your blazer with a skirt. Culottes and cigarette pants in the same colour or a neutral hue work just as well.

No time to cook on weeknights? These women tried the tingkat services here to see if the dishes were as good as anything they could make themselves for family night.

It isn’t just a stylish way to make an outfit more interesting. A jacket can also complete your look, says KARIN TAN.

Sign up for a two-year subscription to any of these titles and take home a sure-win lucky dip prize and a free gift.

Joanne* returned home from a holiday, only to find this shocking message from her vacay rental host.

Several months ago, I was in the bathroom when my 10-year-old daughter Claire asked me out of the blue: “How does the sperm get to the egg, Mummy?”

Michelle started First Code Academy, a coding school for children aged six years and up, to prepare them for a world dominated by computer technology. She believes that as digital natives, kids need to be fluent in the language of code in order to succeed in life. She shares her tips on how to help children pick up this increasingly relevant skill.

You can now enjoy that relaxing massage with complete ease of mind, thanks to the TRUST programme.

It’s late at night and you’re starving. Instead of fast food, here’s a quick and easy supper special. BY MANFRED THAM.

Welcome to the annual Simply Her Cake Hall of Fame. We tasted over 30 cakes before presenting the 11 most tantalising confections of the year. And, we promise, they’re worth every single calorie! BY HO PEI YING.

Who knew that these indulgent foods could also be super healthy? BY SASHA GONZALES.

With the Philips Viva Collection Airfryer HD9623/11, eating healthily and indulging go hand in hand.

This can make you seem tough, so contrast the vibe with ultra-feminine pieces for a more modern look. And try playing with textures, like mixing faux suede with a metallic fabric.

Boost the nutritional profile of your favourite dishes with this versatile and healthy wonder food.

The Philips PowerPro Aqua 3-in-1 vacuum cleaner FC6404/01 takes the chore out of keeping your home spotless.

Succulent and bursting with flavour, you can enjoy these little bites any time of the day. NICKY NG, executive head chef of Mitzo Restaurant & Bar, shares his recipe.

Readers had fun making kawaii Hello Kitty bento boxes at this Simply Her Cooking Workshop. Here’s how you can do it, too. BY MIA CHENYZE.

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.

Add these foods to your diet and you’re on your way to healthy and radiant skin.

Also called a sleeveless jacket, this a great alternative when you want to look sharp, but can’t bear something with sleeves in this heat. Insanely stylish, it is slimming and makes you look taller, too.

These 15 expert-approved techniques will help you get rid of them for good.

Parkas add a sporty vibe to an outfit. Make yours more work appropriate by teaming it with a fitted piece. Or wear it with sneakers for a casual twist.

Even better than a bomber jacket in a solid shade is one with prints that make an outf it pop. Try print on print if you dare.

It’s bothersome having to cover for a team member who’s always taking time off. Here’s how to relieve the burden and prevent the ripple effect of work not getting done on time. BY SASHA GONZALES.

When you need a quick pickme- up, a capsule or pod coffee machine is the ultimate convenience, says MANFRED THAM.

With online shopping scams on the rise, here’s how to stay safe and shop smart. BY PRISCILLA KHAM.

There’s nothing classier than a really good, highly pigmented, long-wearing lipstick. PEARLYN THAM ate, sipped and smiled after applying these new ones.

Your kids don’t have to be of a certain age for you to have the talk with them. Here’s how to discuss the birds and the bees with children of all ages, honestly and comfortably. BY SASHA GONZALES.

Closer to chicken tenders than nuggets, these crispy chunks of juicy breast meat pack a cheesy punch, both inside and outside.

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

We think these things are great and you should have them.

It’s been dubbed a revolutionary hairdryer but is it worth the eye-popping price tag? MIA CHENYZE puts the new Dyson Supersonic to work.

Perfecting skin is easier than you’d think. These quick steps will conceal redness, dark circles, pimples, and dry, flaky skin, says SIMONE WU.

Everything you need to manage your work, sex life, relationships, health and more.

Don’t let financial issues take over your life. Take these tips from financial experts on how to get rich faster, from saving quickly to investing cleverly.

It’s very important to make positive decisions this month to boost your personal success. You have the Midas touch and will be able to turn these into golden opportunities.

Happiness is a lot of things – a choice, a state of mind, a lifestyle… But it’s also something you can achieve by making small changes to the way you think and live. Find out how these eight women did it.

The most important person in your life may be the one you’re ignoring the most. Here’s how to fix this and improve your marriage.

Can superfoods really reduce your risk? If you have bigger breasts, should you worry? asks medical experts to debunk DAVELLE LEE common beliefs about the disease.

Readers learnt how to look better at the Simply Her X Kose beauty workshop.

These products are swiftly absorbed, or do double duty, or give you perfect skin in one swipe – ideal for busy careerists who need to look good in a fl ash.

The painstaking effort that goes into preparing each ingredient in this dish will pay off once you take your first bite. Chef FREDERICK KHO, executive chef of Hotel Jen Tanglin shares his recipe.

With its myriad d features, this his food processor helped MANFRED THAM make rosti, popiah, pizza, butter cake, meringue and d a smoothie.

Guaranteed to float you off to fluffy nirvana, Chef JASON TAN, head of Pastry & Bakery at At-Sunrice Global Chef Academy, shares his recipe.

While preservatives help to extend the longevity of skincare products, they’re also said to speed up skin ageing. ANNIE TAN finds out more from the experts at Fancl.

As our outfits change for work and play, so should our bags. Here are the new ones you need to own.

There is now no need to transfer soups and sauces from blender to pot. Philips Avance Collection Cooking Blender HR2099/90 not only blends, but also takes care of the cooking.

People impact povides children with intelligence training, helping them enhance cognitive and socio-emotional development through a series of fun and interesting learning activities.

Micellar cleansing waters are designed to remove stubborn makeup and grime. ANNIE TAN tests the following to find out if they live up to the hype.

Friends with benefits take on a whole new meaning with these mumpreneurs, whose businesses can boost our lives, too.

AUL HENG writes from the heart about learning to let go of his only daughter – now that she’s found the man of her dreams.

Italian designer Giorgio Armani is behind this youthful label. Expect to find casual yet sophisticated pieces for the sexy urbanite.

The mental hurdle you get when brainstorming or working on a project? It’s normal. But you can bulldoze your way through it, say creativity experts.

From coffee to clothes and then some, there’s a subscription box for everything you need in your life now. MIA CHENYZE rounds up a clutch of services you’ll want to try.

Freezer meal cooking is a great way to save your sanity and money. CHEF MELVYN LEE of Source shares his favourite recipes to make weeknight family dinners a breeze.

Combat dullness and dark spots, and make your complexion really luminous with these five steps.

Keep your family hale and hearty with Ocean Health’s nutritional supplements.

Unlike traditional juicers, which extract juice via grinding, slow juicers first crush, then press fruit and veggies to obtain the juice, so more nutrients and flavours are retained. LUCY CLEEVE tests two premium ones.

Can working mums really achieve this elusive concept? According to these women, it is not impossible.

These hero pieces from Dorothy Perkins’ Autumn/Winter 2016 collection are sporty, wearable, and can be styled for infinite looks – perfect for taking you from work to the weekend.

Or silver – perfect #girlboss jewellery always creates a great first impression, and adds the requisite amount of polish for a truly professional look.

Three losses, 10 years of waiting. One mum’s heartbreaking fertility struggle now has a happy ending.

Wild Ferns’ bee venom-infused skincare will have you looking more youthful in no time.

You don’t have to do a lot to make your meals more nutritious and better for your overall health. Just add MARIGOLD Yoghurt to your daily diet.

We think these things are great and you should have them.

If sex used to be good but now has you sobbing into your pillow because of pain, something’s not right. finds out JO UPCR AFT how to overcome the discomfort.

The humble microwave oven just got smarter. This one roasts, steams and even bakes bread, MIA CHENYZE finds out.

Effortless makeup and hair ideas that will make you appear even more polished and professional.

Nothing beats a bowl of hearty soup noodles as comfort food. ANDREW TAY, head chef of R&D at Snackz It!, shares his recipe.

Time to celebrate! It’s been 90 years since Marks & Spencer’s very first bra went on sale. Back then, women just wanted to stop their breasts jiggling about. Today, they want a lot more than that. We asked these women to share their needs, so we could find the bras that they should be wearing from the brand.

Nadia* reveals how drugs ruled her life in her teens and 20s – and the steps she’s taking to rebuild it now at 32. BY DAVELLE LEE

Beauty editor Simone Wu’s picks for this month.

The latest high-performance hydrators are no longer rich or greasy. Formulated with hyaluronic acid, antioxidants and other powerful emollients, they are readily slurped up by parched skin.

At Simply Her, your problems are our problems. Every story we write – whether in our print and digital editions, or for the website – is in answer to an issue women face. I’ve lost count of the number of times I’ve chatted with a friend, reader, colleague or relative, and even strangers, and felt the beginnings of a great story take root.

The spicy dish gets a lighter, healthier twist. MANFRED THAM shares his recipe for a fast, delightful meal.

Sunplay’s Skin Aqua Sarafit SPF50+/PA++++ sunscreens not only protect skin from harmful UV rays, but also keep complexion smooth, even and shine-free. Real women put them to the test.

Don’t let painful cramps, nausea, digestive issues, and fatigue get you down. Address these common menstrual symptoms with Traditional Chinese Medicine remedies. BY SASHA GONZALES

From ultra-gentle exfoliating serums for daily use to home treatments that work like a clinic chemical peel, these promise smoother, younger-looking skin without the downtime. BY JOIE GOH

Everything you need to manage your work, sex life, relationships, health and more