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.

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

A total of 155 new products. More than 180 award categories. A panel of 14 dedicated judges. Weeks of non-stop testing.

If you began the decade with a promise of self-love, in dulge in these sensorial rituals from glow-boosting facials to pampering head to toe programmes for the ultimate treat

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

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

Give your skin a new lease of life with this balancing treatment that helps to improve the skin and reduce its sensitivity.

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.

It has a reputation for being an effective anti-ageing ingredient that’s also tricky to use.

Your room is your refuge—add these five things to create a space that boosts your mood and calms your nerves.

Supercharge your skincare and makeup regime with the best beauty picks of 2019.

51 winners 115 treatments 29 categories We’ve tested them all, and you’ve voted for your favourites. Here’s our guide to the best and most effective facials, pampering massages and hair treatments this year.

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

Refreshing formulas to keep oil and moisture in check.

It looks like chrysanthemum tea. Even smells a little like it. And it’s sometimes also called the “toner with chrysanthemum”. Meet Kiehl’s numero uno: Calendula Herbal-extract Alcohol-free Toner, whose formula hasn’t changed since the 1960s, and has spawned not just a following but also a range.

They used to be function-focused, helping skin renew itself and stay moisturised for radiance and smoothness. These new ones go further – their luxurious textures and soothing scents invite you to pamper yourself with daily DIY face massages. Because relaxing combats stress, a major contributor to signs of ageing.

Uriage Eau Thermale Light Water Cream doesn’t just soothe angry, sensitive skin – it aims to make it stronger.

Your skin is as irritable as a tired teenager, and it gets red, itchy or flakey faster than said teen changes moods. Whether it’s caused by a skin disorder or environmental factors, you’ll need the gentlest formulations to help soothe your condition. Reduce the number of products you use so you don’t overwhelm your skin, and put in effort to protect it with sunscreen.

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The Body Shop goes one up on skincare or body products for sensitive skin that are fragrance and soap-free.

The most transformative treatments for renewed skin

INNI by La Source Calming & Hydrating Soothing Gel.