Popular in Asia - Bzzzzzz…Beetox! Beauty Benefits of Bee Venom

“Let’s get stung by a bee” – no one ever said. Purified bee venom in skincare however has proven to be a very popular anti-aging treatment in Korea and surrounding Asian countries for years now. In Western cosmetics, the buzz around this bizarre-sounding substance started with the wedding day of Kate Middleton...

New Skincare Brand in Town: Onsen Japonica's Fusion of Science, Tradition and Nature

An onsen, a Japanese natural hotspring, is as illustrative for Japanese culture as sumo, sushi and geisha are. The Japanese have been bathing in onsen for centuries because of the healing powers derived from its mineral conent. Besides several health benefits, the bathing ritual is also believed to be beneficial for our skin by soothing and rejuvenating the skin, promoting a youthful complexion. The good news is that you don't have to book a costly trip to Japan, as the amazing new skincare brand Onsen Japonica brings the beauty benefits of onsen water straight to your bathroom.

My Favourite Beauty Stores

It's already halfway January, but...new year, new you! Now, where to buy what beauty products? People often ask me where I buy my products. This seems like an easy question, but there's more to it, mainly depending on what you look for - both product and retail experience wise. 

All I want for Christmas...

Almost Christmas! Last-Minute Beauty Gifts with an Asian Touch

   

   
In need of some last-minute beauty gift ideas? Beauty products always make a great gift, and -living in Singapore or elsewhere in South East Asia - even more so when they have a quirky local relevancy or exclusive regional nature. Don't forget to indulge and spoil yourself too, nothing wrong with some self-gifting on the side as these products are just too good not to try...

A Sweet & Cute Christmas with Etude House

Still looking for the perfect gift for someone or ready to treat yourself? Make sure to drop by Korean Beauty brand 'Etude House' for their Holiday 2015 "Snowy Dessert" Collection. My personal favorite are the Ginger Cookie Palettes; one is a two-toned blusher and the other one is a two-toned contouring powder - TOO CUTE! 

TGIF! Time to go out and flaunt your best look tonight :)

How to avoid Meltdown Makeup: Urban Decay "All Nighter" Setting Spray

Makeup-wise, one thing that bugs me most about the hot and humid tropics is that after the shortest time my makeup (face, eyes, lips) looks worn out, whipped out and ‘meltdown’. This is the case no matter what amounts of makeup I wear; both light basic daytime makeup and meticulously applied evening makeup quickly don’t look so put together anymore as I would like. Even with the least activity, the temperature and level of humidity make me look like I’ve spent a long night in a club, wildly dancing like there’s no tomorrow. Luckily there's a very easy solution this...

A Quick & Easy Tropical Look with Nailpolish in Splashing Colours

A very easy yet instant tropical touch can be added to your look with nailpolish in colours that emphasize your healthy South East Asian tan. Leaving the tropics behind to celebrate the winter holidays in Europe or the US? Take that happy tropical feeling with you, by painting your nails in these splashing colours upon heading back home to family and friends. Check out these splashing tan-compatible tints, which make everyone envy your healthy bronzed look even more...

Whether it's Makeup, Skincare or Haircare... I'm Sooo Guilty!