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Looking Ahead

Here are three national policies that are making an impact on our lives.

Is My Adult Acne Caused By Hormonal Changes?

Quinn Chen answers.

Is It Ever A Good Idea To Engage In Online Discourse?

Sarah Bagharib answers.

Breaking Down The Benefits Of Hyaluronic Acid

Here's why this popular skincare ingredient is a potent fix for dehydrated complexions.

Heritage in a Bottle

Crafted by Swiss perfumer Christine Nagel, Barenia is the first chypre fragrance from Hermes, a seductive scent that is a dance between the delicate butterfly lily and the vibrant burst of miracle berry.

BEST IN CLASS

MOVING AWAY FROM INTRODUCING ENTIRELY NEW PRODUCTS, BRANDS SUCH AS SHISEIDO, CLE DE PEAU BEAUTE AND SULWHASOO HAVE CHOSEN TO GO BACK TO THE DRAWING BOARD TO ELEVATE TRIED-AND-TRUE FORMULAS. THESE ICONIC CLASSICS ARE MORE EFFICACIOUS AND LUXURIOUS THAN BEFORE.

ACTS OF SERVICE

Beauty brands are enticing customers with a range of in-store treatments and services that offer expert tips, demonstrations and pampering.

Against the rules

Step into the dark side with grunge-inspired moody tones and smoky, smudgy eyes.

Singlife's Helen Shen believes in the joy of missing out

Losing her first-ever investment at the age of 16 crystallised one of her core beliefs, which is to avoid \"instant gratification\" when it comes to investing.

CHALLENGING THE STATUS QUO

As a leader, Linkedin's Feon Ng has been instrumental in creating a supportive environment where women can thrive and reach their full potential. She shares how she plans to make positive impact through her Empowerin mentorship programme.

A '60s Moment

The swinging decade never gets old.

POWERING BEYOND HER PERSONAL BEST

Champion powerlifter Farhanna Farid rewrote her deadlift world record twice at the Asian Classic Powerlifting Championship 2023. Along the way, she has inspired others to harness their inner strength to pursue their dreams. In this final instalment of the \"Her World, Her Spark\" series, Farhanna shares her dream of making the sport more accessible in Singapore.

JEAN SEIZURE: Finding inner strength

Child actor, singer, vlogger, a Krav Maga instructor and stunt performer - local personality Jean Seizure has chalked up an impressive resume. Despite how far she's come in Singapore's entertainment industry, Jean is still in the process of learning how to overcome doubt and let go.

WHAT HE SAID - I've collected 12,000 Barbies - this is how my hobby changed my life

Jian Yang's 40-year journey as a Barbie collector has not been without its challenges, and he's learnt the importance of defending his choices and embracing his individuality.

What Are Some Watches That Double As Pieces Of Art?

The Bvlgari Fenice High Jewellery watch is a spell-binding expression of the Italian jeweller's audacious aesthetic.

Getting To The Seoul Of K-Beauty

The days of complex 10-step skincare routines may be behind us, but K-beauty's skin-first approach continues to dominate markets worldwide. Here's a closer look at the phenomenon.

My Super Power Is Saying No

It's 2009, and some 1.67 million Singaporeans are tuning into the two-hour finale of the hit Chinese language series The Little Nyonya, transfixed by the multi-generational saga of three Peranakan families.

DRIVING CHANGE

Fuelled by her passion for life and a purpose to serve those in her community, Zoe Zora is championing her cause as a disability and mental health advocate. In this fourth installment of the \"HER WORLD, HER SPARK\" series, Zora shares why it's important to speak up about building a more inclusive society in Singapore.

Shanti Pereira has emerged as a beacon of resilience and triumph

Sprinter Shanti Pereira, 28, is done processing the disappointment of the recent Olympics, where a stress injury in her fibula cut short her run.

Justice Judith Prakash is the legal titan who has paved the way for women's success in law

A flurry of activity has disrupted the staid silence of the Supreme Court Library. Standing between shelves of law volumes, Singapore's first female Judge of Appeal, Justice Judith Prakash, smiles for the camera during a photo shoot for this story.

FIRING UP SINGAPORE'S INDIE CINEMA SCENE

Nothing makes Karen Tan, co-founder of The Projector, more happy and fulfilled than making a difference to a film-goer's experience. For her, that spells \"f-u-n\" and brings people together. In the third instalment of the \"HER WORLD, HER SPARK\" series, presented in partnership with DBS, we speak to Karen about her journey.

WILLA BELLE

ONG is intentional about building the next blocks of her career

Back For Good

Get ready we are now in the halterneck era.

WHERE WE BELONG

AS A FAST-DEVELOPING NATION, SINGAPORE HAS UNDERGONE A SIGNIFICANT TRANSFORMATION IN ITS LANDSCAPE SINCE THE 1960S. HOWEVER, THIS CONSTANT EVOLUTION ALSO MEANS THAT THE SIGNIFICANCE OF BUILDINGS AND COMMUNITIES THAT HAVE BECOME PART OF OUR LOCAL IDENTITY IS ALWAYS SHIFTING. IN THIS SPECIAL FEATURE, WE EXPLORE WHAT IT MEANS TO BE PART OF THIS CULTURAL FABRIC FROM THE COMMUNITY THAT KEEPS THE GRASSROOTS ARTS ENCLAVE AT 195 PEARL'S HILL TERRACE ALIVE, TO THE SHOP OWNERS PRESERVING THEIR HERITAGE BUSINESSES IN CONSERVATION AREAS AND WHY THESE CULTURAL SPACES MATTER.

Driven to succeed

From an upstart winner at age 14 to an experienced hand today, 26-year-old Rolex Testimonee and Canadian pro-golfer Brooke Henderson remains determined to prove herself on the field.

SHAZZA - A self-made star who's defying stereotypes

At only 23, Shareefa Aminah, better known as Shazza, has notched quite a few achievements under her belt, including a video of her singing with Canadian pop duo Crash Adams going viral overnight, and getting a nod from Coldplay frontman Chris Martin at their concert earlier this year. The local singer-songwriter tells us her story.

Navigating The Corporate Jungle

Here’s how to spot all the wild animals” and their corresponding behaviours.

Fringe Benefits

Is the trendy cowgirl cut truly a low maintenance hairstyle? Here's what two hairstylists have to say about the look.

Are Bi-Coloured Watches Trendy Again?

Bi-coloured watches have the dubious reputation of matching with everything” untrue), and being versatile debatable). But in the hands of seasoned watchmakers, they’re given a new lease of life, seamlessly blending sportiness and elegance.

What Is The Difference Between Dark Spots And Freckles?

Skincare experts give us the low-down.