author Jasmine Kelly Six
brand Maybelline
rating 4.5/5
Pros: A miracle tube of velvety glamour that not only feels sexy but keeps my lips looking succulent and totally hydrated!
Cons: This dramatic hue adds a good few years to my actual age; not exactly what I would like to do.
Bottom Line: We all know Red is tricky to apply, but I got away perfect without the help of a lip brush. Thanks to its soft, creamy texture and smooth, easy-on application, my lips look ultra luscious and plump in a matter of seconds! This rich, juicy, yummilicious red tone boasts extremely lasting results that does not bleed while concealing dry lips like a pro! It stayed, to my amazement, throughout dinner and didn’t kiss off!
author Jasmine Kelly Six
brand Estée Lauder
rating 5/5
Pros: Plumps lips effortlessly without the traditional sticky feel. Flat to fab in 3 seconds!
Cons: What is there not to like about this? Maybe they should come in twice their length.
Bottom Line: I had EVERYTHING to love about this super-shine lip gloss. First things first, its delicious cotton candy scent makes it too tempting to eat. The fuss-free squeeze-tube design makes it so easy to apply. Smooth and light, the colour looked really nude against my lips, exactly the way I like them to look. The texture is really light so my lips do not feel like they are coated in goo. Ultra watery with a pretty hint of shimmer, it concealed my dry lips extremely well and made it instantly kissable!
author Jasmine Kelly Six
brand The Body Shop
rating 2/5
Pros: If you’re feeling adventurous, the moss-like pearly shimmer looks best with contrasting orange, yellow and pink hues.
Cons: Dusting your entire eye socket with this colour makes it look like you got punched.
Bottom Line: I couldn’t wait to get my hands on this pretty palette! (Or rather, get its colours on my eyes. LOL) An innovative mosaic design of shimmering shades, this eye colour cake is a refreshingly vibrant fusion of emerald, lime and olive green. Perhaps the build-up of my excitement caused an even greater disappointment; this green did not turn out as expected. Its underlying grey tones looked dull and ‘zombiefying’ when translated onto my skin. Probably the only way to salvage this would be to limit application strictly to the lash line and then highlight brow bone area with something bright and cheery.
author Jasmine Kelly Six
brand íPSA
rating 3.5/5
Pros: A much better, albeit more expensive, alternative to EVIAN or AVENE facial mist.
Cons: The ‘cooling’ sensation was grossly short-lived and didn’t last as long as I would have liked.
Bottom Line: The perfect ‘wake-me-up’ in the morning! Refreshing with a hint of powdery musk, this convenient spray-on mist acts as a good base for pre-makeup application, helping it adhere better to my skin, for longer-lasting results. Its moisture retention properties also offer good hydration throughout the day in a dry office environment. My skin feels dewy, supple and happy!
author Jasmine Kelly Six
brand Estée Lauder
rating 3/5
REVIEWPros: If you have sparse areas or an accidental ‘over-tweeze’, its smooth creamy crayon texture allows you to fill them up naturally, with little effort.
Cons: To refrain from looking like a ‘80s model gone wrong’, trim down dense brows so colour won’t look too dark.
Bottom Line: A duo blend of efficiency: part pencil, part grooming brush. Encased in a slim body is a seemingly never-ending supply of pigment, which resurfaces effortlessly with a simple twist, though the downside is that it may be a little difficult to handle. While I could not be more satisfied with the handy brush, the ‘one-way’ twisting motion did not allow me to twist whatever remaining pigment back into the case, making it a mess when I had to put the cover back on.
SK-II Boutique Spa by Senze Salus, 31 Scotts Road, Tel: 6836 9168This beautiful, luxurious spa, set in a black and
white colonial style house is the place to be when you
are in need of some serious pampering. Check out the
ultimate Pitera-indulgent Senzational Facial, $218, 85
minutes (here, they use almost 16 SK-II products!).
For some bodywork, there's also the delicious
skin-softening body scrub and stress-relieving
aromatherapy (using pure essential oils) massage.
Psst! Be sure to book in advance, the waiting list is
looooong!Institut Clarins
501 Orchard Road, #05-05/06/07, Wheelock Place, Tel: 6838 5060In the heart of town lies this spacious heavenly haven that's guaranteed to envelop you in its aromatic warmth and top-notch pampering touch. From radiance-giving, purifying facial like the signature Pro Facial Treatment, $115, 60 minutes, to soothing, pampering body treatments, like the Pro Body Redefining Treatment, $125, 60 minutes, nothing beats the Clarins touch.
Thanks to tempting aromas like pear, lychee and exotic flowers, these flirty scentsations are simply too delicious to miss!DKNY Red Delicious EDT Spray 50mlJuicy and mouth-watering, this succulent scent is absolutely tempting with its lip-smacking accord of exotic lychee, crisp apple and rose notes.
J. Lo Live Luxe EDP Spray 50ml, $79Spritz yourself into a perpetual state of bliss with this glittering bouquet of juicy pear, amethyst freesia and precious diamond musk, guaranteed to indulge the senses and leave you wanting more.
Lacoste Inspiration EDP Spray 75ml, $109Envelop your vibrant, spontaneous side with this deliciously feminine blend. Let its luminous accord of pomegranate, tuberose and sandalwood notes tantalise
and sweep you into its embrace.
Marc Jacobs Blush EDP 50ml Spray, $127If you love his fashion, surely you won't be able to
resist 'wearing' this utterly feminine, sensuous mix of star jasmine, orange flower and sandalwood notes that kisses your skin with its creamy touch.
Estee Lauder Beyond Paradise Blue 50ml, $92Like a run through a white, sandy beach, this tropical, sparkling scent will whisk you away to your ultimate sun-drenched paradise of pristine blue ocean and warm sea breezes with its alluring blend of grapefruit, belle de nuit and vanilla sands.
Sick and tired of managing your unruly curls? These caring essentials will save you all the hassle and tame those curls gone wild!Kerastase Nutritive Bain Elasto-Curl Hydra-Toning ShampooA hairstylists' favourite, treat your curls to a pampering cleanse that will leave them bouncing with vitality!
L'Oreal Professionnel Shine Wave Shampoo Calling all chronically parched curls! You will love this for the most revitalising, uplifting cleanse. Nuff' said.
Redken Fresh Curls ConditionerThis freshly scented cream delivers the exact daily moisture and shine boost curls have been waiting for!
Paul Mitchell The Masque Intensive Conditioning TreatmentEvery once a week, your tresses deserve a nourishing, hydrating treat. Give it a drink of this rich blend and transform frazzled curls into springy ones!
Kerastase Nutritive Elasto-Curl Definition Forming Cream Leave-InMake sure your wild curls stay in shape and protect them from harsh environmental aggressors with this moisturising shield. Your hair will thank you for this
in the long run.
After a hard day's work, chill out and relax with these bath-time treats in your bathroom. Go on, you deserve it!Clarins Relax Bath & Shower Concentrate Toss away your cares and let the soothing warmth of this aromatherapeutic water embrace you. You can't help but sink into it!
Molton Brown Seamoss Stress-Relieving Hydrosoak, $49If you have been out and about the whole day, head to this perfect ocean escape for especially tired, tense muscles!
L'Occitane Relaxing Lavender Tea Tree Geranium
Foaming Bath, $40 The perfect remedy for soaking away the day's stress. Now, all you have to do is breathe in the intoxicating aroma. Ahhh...
Stella McCartney Crystallized Rose Body Scrub, $60If you like a little extra something in the bath, this will hit the spot. It's like gently polishing your skin with 10 000 rose petals!
Kiehl's Lavender Foaming-Relaxing Bath with Sea Salts and Aloe VeraLuxuriate in the goodness of minerals and skin nourishers. Not only will you step out feeling blissfully relaxed, you won't be able to stop caressing your skin.
No matter how much makeup you put on your face to conceal and enhance, it still can't beat a radiant, clean face with a healthy glow. Time to get right back to the basics!Chanel Precision Blanc Essentiel Lightening Foaming Cleanser, $61 Love the foaming texture that instantly sweeps away dullness and leaves your complexion glowing!
Lancome Gentle Clarifying and Cleansing Fluid, $47 A most gentle cleanse that leaves skin hydrated, not taut and dry. Great for sensitive skins.
La Mer The Cleansing Gel, $130If you can afford to splurge, its dream gel texture feels amazingly light, fresh and leaves oily-prone skin soft, tofu-smooth and beautifully scented. Hmm...perfect way to start the day!
Kose Seikisho Mousse Cleansing Oil, $34Even the laziest girl on this earth should never skip the makeup removal step. This efficient makeup remover has a really unique texture that dissolves even the most stubborn makeup effortlessly and leaves your skin clean and fresh. No more excuses, girls!
Biotherm BioPur Foaming Purifying Cleansing Water, $43Think of this as a light, refreshing drink for fussy combination skins. Love how it mattifies and clears the T-zone of excess sebum and yet keeps the cheeks softly hydrated.
Who doesn't want that perfect bee-stung pout? Bring your lips closer to that with these sumptuous lip fillers in gorgeous shades!Clinique Colour Surge Impossibly Glossy in 107 Apricot If you can't think of a better colour to wear on your lips today, this is a gorgeous everyday one that enhances the shape of your pout. So pretty!
Bobbi Brown Lip Gloss in RubyAlthough the finish is a tad sticky, it feels smooth and creamy on the lips and imparts a rich, moisturising colour that lasts (almost) all day. Yummy!
Dior Gloss Show Spectacular Sparkling Lip Gloss in 305 Gabriella Green, $35 This luminescent gloss is packed with pretty sparkles that make your lips unbelievably irresistible! Perfect for a night out.
Estee Lauder Pure Color Gloss Crystal in Platinum Rose What I love about this is its amazing vanilla-like scent, plus it has a kick of sexy shimmer that transforms your pout from blah to dazzling wow!
L'Oreal Glam Shine in 11 Rose SparkleThe perfect solution for thin lips that need an extra oomph with a high-shine lacquered finish. Now, what's not to love?
