A new treatment in town promises to rejuvenate your face without making you look frozen.

UP YOUR BROW GAME

They support, fortify, renew and energise – these products are more about being “pro-skin” than “anti-age”.

Dr Karen Soh, medical director of Prive Clinic, tells you about the aesthetics treatments – from lifting, tightening to dark spot removal – that give you natural yet instantaneous results.

Erase the signs of WFH fatigue, never-ending video calls and the lack of a vacay glow with these subtle “tweakments” that will get you looking December-ready. Meaning, no one will ever know you had “work” done.

I AM BARELY 30, I NEVER THOUGHT I'D HAVE A TUMOUR NEARLY THE SIZE OF MY WHOLE BREAST

Whether you’re suffering from pimples, clogged pores, redness or irritation, thanks to constant mask-wearing, the healing power of a good facial at SK-II Boutique Spa by Senze Salus is unrivalled.

This non-invasive treatment tightens skin and reduces sagginess, and minimises fine lines and wrinkles, with results lasting up to 12 months.

IT STARTS WITH REGULAR BREAST YOU KNOW YOUR BOOBS INTIMATELY, AND THOROUGH SCANS LIKE MAMMOGRAMS. SELF-EXAMINATIONS THAT LET THESE TWO CHECKS CAN SAVE YOUR LIFE.

One of the biggest skin concerns women have is hyperpigmentation. Dr Karen Soh, medical director of Prive Clinic, introduces a new laser treatment that works quickly, that some Asian stars are fans of.

Our hotlist of winners – all tested by the Her World team – includes trendy Korean perms that give you enviable waves like Song Hye Kyo’s, still-so-popular balayage hair colour, and hair and scalp treatments that soothe sensitivity and repair damage. Keep this list within easy reach.

Whether you’re suffering from pimples, clogged pores, redness or irritation, thanks to constant mask-wearing, the healing power of a good facial at SK-II Boutique Spa by Senze Salus is unrivalled.

This non-invasive treatment tightens skin and reduces sagginess, and minimises fine lines and wrinkles, with results lasting up to 12 months.

This non-invasive treatment lifts and tightens skin while minimising the look of fine lines and wrinkles, promising results that last up to 12 months.

TARGET SAGGINESS, FINE LINES AND WRINKLES WITH THIS NON-INVASIVE SKIN TIGHTENING TREATMENT.

Reduce the look of dark spots.

For women worrying about the effects of skin ageing, Dr Karen Soh, medical director of Prive Clinic, tells you about a multi-tasking aesthetics treatment that helps heal, calm and repair skin, so it looks younger and smoother.

Combining advanced medical expertise and innovative technology, Papilla Haircare is on hand to address your hair and scalp care woes.

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

Combining advanced tech and the latest innovations, Illumia Therapeutics offers customised, clinically proven solutions to get you looking good and feeling great.

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.

Check out what’s new in stores this month.

Circuit breaker has been tough for everyone – and rough on your looks.

Recharge your batteries and restore your senses with these pampering beauty treatments that will have you looking good, and feeling even better

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

Dr Karen Soh, medical director of Prive Clinic, tells you about the aesthetic treatments that can help reduce and lighten pigmentation.

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

Achieve Better Complexion

Dr Karen Soh, medical director of Prive Clinic, tells you about a new hyaluronic acid injectable treatment that can help your skin look radiant and youthful.

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

A V-shaped jawline is possible with this non-surgical face-lifting treatment. Designed and carried out by Amaris B.

Ksisters, the website founded by Korean expat Jungmin Lee, is the place to go to for K-beauty cult brands. Here, she picks out the best beauty buys.

This customised aesthetics treatment helps reduce body fat without needles or incisions. Here’s how Cutera Trusculpt ID works.

BEAUTY HW ENDORSES

High-tech, high-performance clinical treatments that zoom in on every skin concern.

Lush and luxe escapades for a soul-reviving, peace-inducing overhaul.

RAFFLES SPA.

Healing, sculpting and tension-relieving sessions that invigorate from head to toe.

ADEVA SPA

DR KEVIN CHUA MEDICAL & AESTHETICS.

PORCELAIN SPA

MTM SKINCARE

ICON AESTHETICS.

Specialist sessions that will get you primped and prepped flawlessly.

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

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

Timeless’ top-selling product, Timeless Tomato

The Japanese lifestyle lends itself to wellness with a love for gardens, healthy eating and onsen baths.

From a Nasa research-based no-jetlag app to the latest wellness treatments to calm the mind, there are many ways to sleep with ease today.

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.

This Christmas, treat yourself to tighter, plumper and youthful-looking skin with Thermage FLX Skin Tightening treatment.

HW SHOP PLUS

A clear, glowing complexion is the best canvas for the latest festive makeup colours, while a toned, shapely figure will help you stand out in all those glamorous party frocks. Here’s how LUSH Aesthetics can help you achieve both.

Put your best face forward with this imperfection-reducing treatment from Beaute Hub.

Put your best face forward with this imperfection-reducing treatment from Beaute Hub.

To prolong your “good hair day” after an in salon hair treatment, you need to use the right and effective home care.

Check out what’s new in stores this month

9 NINE AÉSTHETICS TREATMENTS, DEMYSTÌFIED

9 NINE AÉSTHETICS TREATMENTS, DEMYSTÌFIED

The year end = a getaway for your mind and body. Luxe out and recuperate at these wellness retreats that look great, and are even better for the soul.

These beauty treatments take the most effective elements of the original therapies to give you an experience that is still culturally authentic.

Whether it’s lasers or fillers, getting an aesthetic procedure done is still scary territory for many women. Chelsea Tang asks doctors with an interest in aesthetics to address the most common concerns. The goal: to turn “why” into “why not?”.

You’ll be helping to boost awareness, fund research and support patients. Here, you can see how much of your money will be donated to the cause.

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

Reverse the signs of ageing with the skin-tightening and contouring Thermage FLX.

ULAANBAATAR, MONGOLIA

Anantara’s Phuket flagship hotels and residences offer a breath of fresh air.

Phuket’s Kata Rocks injects fun into spas

MACAU, CHINA

Writer Christina Ko

Writer Joyce Ip

Pampering where exceptional design is a priority Writer Lorelle Williams

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

Writer Kate O’Brien

Writer Elle Kwan

Skin Care

Clear, luminous skin (aka “glass skin”) has been highly sought after since makeup artist Ellie Choi popularised it in 2017.

Get on the right frequency — #TeamCLEO goes deep to learn more about Pico lasers.

So you want to put your best face forward by getting a little something done? Sure, but before you do, Dr Low Chai Ling lets you in on how to stretch the benefits of some top procedures.

Greying and thinning, and flat and dull hair shouldn’t be problems you have to live with just because you’re getting older. These tips, treatments and products should help take years off the way your hair looks. Think bounce, shine, volume.

Skin-safe Tattoo Removal.

Everyone wants quick and effective solutions.

An anti-ageing treatment that combines the best of two worlds to give you a complexion that looks flawless, youthful and radiant.

We pick the best of the best for your mane with these stellar hair products, innovative treatments and styling services from our Hair Awards winners. Here’s to healthy luscious locks.

Indulge in the best hair products for your locks daily.

Restore, revive and reinvigorate! Whatever your mane issues are, there’s a hair product or treatment that will help target your hair concerns.

You know and love them. Now, they’ve been updated, or added a new family member. Karen Tee singles out the iconic beauty bestsellers that have gotten a refresh in the past six months.

A new wave of treatments and products improves your complexion today – and how it behaves in the future.

EVENTS, PROMOTIONS & NEWS

A sports massage may not be a blissful experience, but it’s an effective treatment that will heal old injuries and prevent new ones.

AsiaSpa magazine is proud to announce the 15th annual AsiaSpa Awards.

The year so far has conjured up trends inspired by K-pop curls and Italian cake, plus the rise of multi-step hair care.

Your guide to luxury travel & wellness.

Maldivian resorts sometimes rely too heavily on their looks, but Anantara Kihavah Maldives Villa has style and substance.

Treat yourself to indulgence and pampering after a day spent in Vietnam’s most liveable city.

Guide to Stylish Spas.

We ask the experts about common skin problems and how to solve them.

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.

Here’s what you need to know about the virus now, and what it’s like to live with it in your 20s.

Her World Shop Plus

And say hello to firmer, more youthful-looking and less tired skin with this laser facial.

This microinjection treatment uses salmon DNA to boost the skin’s ability to plump up wrinkles, and leaves your complexion smoother and more radiant.

This non-invasive treatment lightens pigmentation, firms skin and plumps up wrinkles for a more youthful-looking face.

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

The toned, cellulite-free body you desire – with a tummy area as taut as a drum – can be yours with this slimming treatment.

Enjoy firmer, more lifted skin with this treatment that uses ultrasound therapy.

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.

Cervical cancer is preventable. You can now take a new test that offers higher accuracy in detecting the human papillomavirus (HPV) strains that are associated with cervical cancer.

Palais Renaissance is an enclave for some of the best aesthetics, hair and beauty services.

Every year, the CLEO Beauty Hall of Fame brings you the very best in beauty. This time, judges Alex T, Mong Chin Yeoh, Sahur Saleim, Sean Ang, Beauty Editor Smita DeSouza and the CLEO crew tried over 200 products to bring you the ones that truly work—plus insider tips to make the most of them. Don’t add to cart without reading this first

Yes, eyebrow embroidery is a great solution if you’re looking to save time on your morning routine.

The secret to glowing skin is not just a comprehensive skincare routine, but also effective treatments that ensure your skin is even-toned and reflects light evenly for that radiant glow.

Keeping your skin healthy and radiant in Singapore is no easy feat.

Keeping your skin healthy and radiant in Singapore is no easy feat.

Take a break from the hustle and bustle of city life and sink into bliss at LUSH Aesthetics, where beauty meets science and innovation.

Reduce the appearance of sun spots and skin pigmentation with Beaute Hub’s Spectra IDPL Pigmentation Treatment.

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.

Take a break from the hustle and bustle of city life and sink into bliss at LUSH Aesthetics, where beauty meets science and innovation.

Reduce the appearance of sun spots and skin pigmentation with Beaute Hub’s Spectra IDPL Pigmentation Treatment.

Everyone experiences hair loss and thinning at some point. Here’s how to cope with these issues.

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

Take a break from the hustle and bustle of city life and sink into bliss at LUSH Aesthetics, where beauty meets science and innovation.

Expressing our daily emotions can stress and build tension in our facial muscles over time. Korea Beauty Centre’s kyung-rak massages aim to relax and balance the facial muscles to help you achieve your ideal profile and look.

Think of these products as nutrientpacked smoothies for your hair.

Great service, thoughtful facilities and well-thought-out treatments make Hair Salon Tokyo Michaela more than just another Japanese hair salon.

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.

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

With the rise of alternative therapies, ESTELLE LOW puts on her new-age hat to try a treatment that combines energy reading, massage, aromatherapy and sound healing.

Disconnect all gadgets—it’s time to reboot the body, mind and spirit at one of these ultra-pampering spas.

Our good doctor is upset that many motorists here still do not understand the importance of giving way to ambulances.

Think of a sex addict and you’ll probably picture someone who masturbates or has sex a lot.

A slew of innovative ideas are pushing the envelope of technology, to manufacture and test new products in a bid to improve patient care.

We spoke to Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) experts and Western medical doctors to find out if those large circular cups live up to the hype.

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

The world’s first aquatic massage left CARISSA WONG super relaxed, whilen an abdominal therapy had CHARLENE FANG feeling empowered.

Non-invasive treatments that sculpt your body without the pain of surgery or training.

Here’s what you need to know about stem cell therapy.

BEAUTE HUB

DRSPA ®

CALVIN CHAN AESTHETICS

THE AESTHETICS MEDICAL CLINIC

DRX MEDISPA

State-of-the-art treatments and new-age ingredients that defy gravity and the tests of time

Restore energy flow and alleviate tension with fasciatherapy, effleurage and sensorial elements

Let’s be clear—there’s absolutely no shortcut to clear skin. Any beauty insider will tell you that you have to be meticulous about cleansing and establish a proper skincare routine that works for you. Sounds daunting? We’re here to help.

As much as you do your face – because it is all skin too, even if it’s covered by your hair. So it needs to be kept clean, hydrated and treated with care.

Korean cosmetics giant Amorepacific has a lofty dream of conquering the world with its brand of K-beauty.

The French Manicure With Coloured Tips

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

This treatment uses cells from your own scalp to help reverse early hair loss.

Weaned on sweet drinks, this boy didn't drink plain water till he was three. His family share their traumatising experience with EVELINE GAN.

There’s some adage that goes along the lines of how for one to move forward, you ought to look back.

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

The machines that Manon Allano uses in her aesthetics salon are from her family’s medical equipment business in France.

Save time and energy and still look great, with treatments from AstiqueThe AestheticClinic.

There’s no pain, no bruising and very little downtime – but you’ll look better after the treatment.

Conveying our daily emotions can stress and build tension in our facial muscles over time.

Sozo Aesthetic Clinic aims to take you back to the days when you had firm skin that was clear of dark spots, scars and unwanted tattoos, and a head full of hair.

Improve your facial and body contours with these new treatments from Beaute Hub.

You have done your homework looking up the best skin procedure.

Sozo Aesthetic Clinic aims to take you back to the days when you had firm skin that was clear of dark spots, scars and unwanted tattoos, and a head full of hair.

You can enjoy luxurious treatments and pampering skincare at SK-II Boutique Spa by Senze Salus’ new flagship outlet, all at attractive prices.

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

One woman’s passion led her to start a hair salon in the early ’80s, and it has blossomed into an award-winning beauty dynasty.

A great haircut is a good thing.

Whatever your hair type or concern, whether it’s fine, normal or coarse, dry, frizzy, coloured or damaged, you need a shampoo that washes off dirt and product residue well.

“Looking good” and “low-maintenance” don’t usually go hand in hand – until now, that is.

Green Entrepreneurs & Champions.

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.

No one can stop the clock when it comes to ageing, but clever, speedy tweaks to your skincare routine can help slow things down BY ARISSA HA

Conveying our daily emotions can stress and build tension in our facial muscles over time. Korea Beauty Centre’s kyung-rak massages aim to relax and balance the facial muscles to help you achieve your ideal profile and look.

Reverse signs of ageing around the eyes with the non-invasive Clifford Eye Rejuvenation Program

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.

Restore skin firmness, clarity and radiance on your face and neck with this intensive treatment.

See visible results in just 90min. This treatment employs a unique three-tier skin-renewal technique to deliver instant and lasting hydration while replenishing lost collagen.

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

Based on the concept of life energy flowing through meridian points in the body, this treatment is blissful, pampering and relaxing.

Firm sagging skin, smooth skin texture and brighten the complexion with this lifting face treatment.

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

This non-invasive treatment promises to tighten the skin and improve its firmness to give your face more defined contours.

Looking good and feeling good go hand in hand. But if the healthy diet and lifestyle which help you lose weight are also giving you unsightly sagging skin, Astute Medical Aesthetics & Laser Clinic’s new treatment machine may help.

THE MACHINE THAT WORKS BEST FOR YOUR SKIN.

BEST MANUAL MASSAGE TO RELIEVE BODY ACHES, RELAX AND RE-ENERGISE.

BEST DEEP-CLEANSING SCALP TREATMENT.

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

From indulgent services that treat your hair concerns, to the latest high-tech gadgets for a couture blow-out, these experts guarantee you hair that will turn heads.

Restorative formulas that reverse the unwanted effects of styling treatments.

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

Conveying our daily emotions can stress and build tension in our facial muscles over time. Korea Beauty Centre’s kyung-rak massages aim to relax and balance the facial muscles to help you achieve your ideal profile and look.

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.

Discover two intelligent strategies that promise no side effects or pain in the battle to slow the unpleasant effects of passing time.

Instead of choosing the next colour to dye or style to try, it’s time to treat your tresses right. Sofi a Kim reports on the latest products and services that’ll help.

There’s a new wave of beauty treatments that claim to enhance, contour and sculpt, all without you needing to go under the knife.

Your hair speaks volumes. Make your first impression count by letting Kei-Beauty Wowo Signature Salon care for your crowning glory

Take your skin to new levels of happy and glowing by upgrading your skincare routine with these superstar options.

The Young Parents team tries two new pampering services for busy mums.

Here are 10 ways to give your home a fresh new look, without having to tear down the walls.