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 17th edition of the London Design Festival was, once again, a celebration of talent from the UK – which has one of the biggest creative economies in the world – and beyond with over 400 different events, exhibitions and installations.

THE FIRST SEASON OF THE NEW DECADE SAW A LEGION OF DESIGNERS ADDRESSING THE ISSUE OF SUSTAINABILITY AND LONGEVITY—WHETHER BY RETHINKING METHODS AND MATERIALS, IMBUING PIECES WITH MEANING AND PRECIOUSNESS TO BE CHERISHED FOREVER, OR STRIPPING BACK THE SUPERFLUOUS TO CRAFT DESIGNS THAT WILL STAND THE TEST OF TIME.

This home in Taipei exemplifies how simple, abstract forms can come together to create harmony and function under one roof.

Some Singapore preschools integrate arts education into their curricula. EVELINE GAN finds out how this approach helps your kid learn better.

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

If you’re a new parent struggling to adjust to your newborn, having another child is the last thing on your mind. EVELINE GAN maps out the contraceptive options that are right for your lifestyle.

5 FURNITURE TRENDS FROM THE MILAN FURNITURE FAIR

Strap in for a suspension-training workout that will carve your core and slash fat fast.