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Generation G

A curation informed by cutting-edge technology, ease of use and a new democratic approach to male beauty.

Open Hearts

After a three-year hiatus and a single later, singer Shea Ng is sticking to what he does best sonically thoughtfulness and honesty.

Kindling Desire

At the restaurant by the brand behind the Josper Grill, every Pura Brasa dish is as the Gen Z-ers say #fire.

“Michigan/Missing Him” Is A Nod To The Great Lakes State

Lew Loh’s latest album “Michigan/missing him” is a nod to the Great Lakes State and one of the most primal emotions love.

Sets Appeal

Assembling a body care unit can and should be as simple as curating one for the face.

Trade Tools

While one can certainly use his fingers, the application of makeup can be more precise with these brushes.

What It Means To Be A Hero Today

Ahmad Habshee — founder of Urban Salvation — shares his journey of starting the business and about the people who helped turn a belief into reality.

India On Our Mind

Firangi Superstar — the latest concept by The Dandy Collection — is a cinematic trip to the land of colours where past meets future.

Genderless Watches Are Celebrating Less Binary Looks

Genderless watches are celebrating less binary looks as more brands are removing gender tags from their watches.

10-Second Summer Thirst Quencher

One part Chivas whiskey, three parts soda and ice make a 10-second Summer thirst quencher.

Best Anti Acne Serum – Re:erth Blemish Control

The lightweight gel clears acne efficiently without the usual suspects — dryness and sensitisation.

Summer Keepsakes

Low in hangover triggers and smoother than wine, Master Sake Sommelier Makoto Iwabuchi states his case on sake as the perfect summer drink.

Best All-In-One Shampoo – Leonor Greyl Paris Shampooing Crème Moelle De Bambou / Escentials

The shampoo fights the frizz in the most gentle way possible while keeping moisture on lock.

Best Hydrating Moisturiser – Su:m37° Dear Homme Perfect All-in-one Firming Serum

The holy grail of skincare, this three-in-one serum cuts corners in the most efficient formulation possible.

Best Sheet Mask – Heure Ageless Facial Treatment Mask

Powered by a first-in-class transdermal delivery system, this mask does what others do but even better — tightening, hydration and skin brightening for up to 24 hours.

Best Oil Control Moisturiser

RE:ERTH Hydrating Gel Moisturizer

Best Travel Fragrance – Acqua Di Parma Blu Mediterraneo Mirto Di Panarea

The bright blue bottle takes one exactly to paradise in Panarea, an island in Southern Italy.

Best-Sellers From A Best-Loved Brand

As Fresh celebrates its 30th anniversary, the American beauty powerhouse charts a new green future.

Best Hydrating Serum

La Mer The Concentration

Best Hydrating Toner – Porcelain Essentials Deep Hydrating Lotion

This water-like toner delivers what one’s skin needs the most — a hefty dose of hydration.

Best Anti-Ageing Serum

Estée Lauder Revitalizing Supreme+ Global Anti-Aging Power Creme

Hardy Piece Of Furniture For The Perennial Summer

With any of NH Teak’s Naturalis Historia furniture, one would be guaranteed a hardy piece of furniture for the perennial summer.

Best Hair Treatment

Goldwell Kerasilk Revitalise Redensifying Serum

Best Anti-Ageing Eye Treatment

Clarins Total Eye Lift

Best Dark Eye Circle Treatment

La Mer The Eye Concentrate

Taking It Easy

With the release of a third new record, local indie-rock act Subsonic Eye opens up on their new-found maturity and optimism with its latest sounds — an effortless favourite in the scene.

Best Sunscreen For Dry Skin

Shiseido The Perfect Protector SPF50+ PA++++

Grounding Presence

Lee Jung-Shin, bassist and rapper of CNBLUE lays the foundation for the South Korean pop-rock band as they embark on a journey of change and maturity.

Best Sunscreen For Acne-Prone Skin

Ceramique Aesthetics Ultra Bright Sun Block Gel (SPF 60+++)

best sex-in-a-bottle fragrance – Frederic Malle Musc Ravageur / escentials

The French perfumer Maurice Roucel proves that sex in a bottle is definitely possible.