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Why Genderless Skincare is Better for Your Skin

Being gender-inclusive moves the focus away from packaging and stereotypes to target what your skin really needs – and what works for it.

HW Endorses: Chantecaille's Triple-Duty Cleansing Balm

Inspired by black-and-white movies where the actresses removed their makeup with what might have been cold cream, Sylvie Chantecaille, founder of her namesake brand, created the Rose de Mai Cleansing Balm. It may seem pricey at $154 for a 75ml jar, but its benefits – plus, the fact that a little goes a long way – makes it a worthy buy.

Soul ( Mate) Searching

When it comes to love stories, there are some expectations: a meet cute, obstacles overcome and love prevailing. For Benjamin Kheng and Naomi Yeo, their love story is about McDonald’s, Hell’s Kitchen, and spontaneous dancing. It’s a not just a story about lovers –it’s a story about best friends.

When Science Meets Skincare

Why science-forward beauty products walk the talk, and are exactly what your skin needs right now.

Ikebana Inspired

The innovative cuts, bold colours and petal-like forms of this Indonesian label stem from designer Peggy Hartanto’s love for Japanese flower arrangement.

A Ladylike Sensibility

Being true to yourself is Astrie Sunindar-Ratner’s secret to being comfortable and confident.

Made To Last

Singapore designer Wykidd Song’s new fashion label Akinn aims to take people beyond seasons or trends.

The Winner: Lux Medical Aesthetic Clinic – Ultherapy

Meet the gold standard in non-invasive skin lifting with this ultrasound treatment.

Around The World In Eight Scents

You may not be able to travel right now, but we have your first-class ticket to a #spraycation right here – and it might just help cure your wanderlust.

Gucci Epilogue: Disney Donald Duck

It’s no secret that Gucci’s creative director Alessandro Michele has a fondness for Disney characters, from the Mickey Mouse collab for Chinese New Year 2020 to Donald Duck, who made his Gucci debut in the men’s SS ’17 collection.

The Modern-Day Multi-Hyphenate

A model, presenter, actress, and wife, Lin Chi Ling, who’s also a Longines ambassador since 2005, shares what she’s looking forward to this year.

The Future Of Beauty

We’re talking about ingestible skincare, “printing” your own serum-foundation, blue beauty products, the rise of Singapore beauty brands, and other exciting developments. You read about them here first.

Put Your Best Face Forward This Festive Season

Targeting fine lines and sagging skin, Thermage FLX uses radio frequency to help boost collagen production to lift and tighten.

All The Things You Need To Look Like A Million Bucks

From Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge, to Princess Maria-Olympia of Greece and Denmark, we’re fascinated by how these blue bloods (yes, we bingewatched The Crown too) look so poised, polished and expensive. Here’s how to get their looks.

THE GAME CHANGER

Twenty-eight-year-old Serene Cai co-founded mobile medicine platform Speedoc with the intent to change the local healthcare landscape. While there was some scepticism initially, the pandemic has proven that she had the right idea all along.

GIRL TALK

Media personality Jade Seah on what she’s learnt in the past year, and the lessons that she’ll be carrying forward to 2021.

Meet & Eat

Whether it’s family reunions, brunch with friends, or a romantic date night on your agenda, festive dining at Jewel Changi Airport is perfect for get-togethers with all the special ones in your life.

The Real Deal

The seasoned thespian lets us in on why she got into the craft and what’s next for her.

4 Accomplished Filmmakers That Are Nurturing The Next Generation

These four accomplished filmmakers are making history by constantly challenging themselves, collaborating with others, and nurturing the next generation.

The Do-Gooder

Even before she started work officially, this young doctor had helped to save lives with her quick thinking. Her medical translation site TranslateFor.sg was used by countless healthcare workers to communicate with migrant workers at the height of the outbreak.

The Perfect Sister

Assistant director of Nursing, Nursing Administration, Advanced Practice Nurse, Khoo Teck Puat – National University Children’s Medical Institute, National University Hospital

Relaxation Spots In Jewel

The festive season can be a busy time. In between all that shopping, sight-seeing and family time, take a breather and reward yourself by making a pitstop at these relaxation spots in Jewel.

The Duty-Bound Nurse

Shahidah was in the Galapagos Islands on a diving-related work trip in January when news about the Covid-19 spread broke. The nurse turned-diving instructor kept an eye on the situation, and when the number of cases kept rising, she knew what she had to do.

The Diverse Faces Of Singapore Beauty

These 10 women don’t look it, but they live, talk and are Singaporean born and bred. On Her World’s 60th, we pay tribute to the flourishing diversity of women with mixed ethnicities and heritage, who share their stories and experiences.

The Life-Saving Researcher

It was the start of the outbreak – and crucial that a test kit had to be developed to identify cases and stem the spread. Dr Yee and her team at DxD Hub supported and fasttracked the development of the Fortitude Kit. It was used across 13 hospitals and labs here.

The Bankability Of The Girl-Next-Door

Though she jokes that she’s not a glamorous celebrity, her stellar portfolio says otherwise. We count the reasons why everyone – from showrunners to advertisers – is in love with Rebecca Lim.

Jeanette Inc.

Jeanette Aw means business, literally. From being an accomplished actress, she has branched out into successful new ventures, with yet another in the pipeline. We catch up with the multi hyphenate on what drives her, and how her comeback from a hiatus is leaving her busier than ever.

A STRENGTHENED BOND

As our parents enter their golden years, the role of the caregiver in the relationship is often reversed. Here, singer Kit Chan opens up about becoming a caregiver for her mother who suffered a painful hip fracture, and how it has only strengthened their mother-daughter relationship – as chronicled in the osteoporosis campaign “Our Unbreakable Bond”.

Worth The Spread

From mala butter to slow-cooked beef jam, freshly made artisanal flavoured butters and spreads have never tasted so good. Stock up on these gourmet indulgences for easy treats right out of your fridge.

Journal Your Way Forward

Once harnessed as a sexist trope in teenage chick flicks, journaling is now a panacea for modern life. Forget Regina George’s "burn book" of girls to hate on, or Bridget Jones’ diary of struggles with weight, alcohol and men. When it comes to the real world, the act of penning down thoughts goes a long way in boosting mental health and career. These women of #HerWorldTribe share why and how they journal.