Beauty Reviews: The New Beauty Essentials We’re Reaching For

Move over glass skin. The latest complexion goal is mochi skin: soft, bouncy, smooth and deeply hydrated. With a healthy glow that comes from comfort rather than shine. 

This is a philosophy that fits naturally with Tatcha, a brand long known for pairing sensorial rituals with formulas designed to support balanced, healthy-looking skin. The new Milky Duo brings that approach into a simple two-step morning routine, combining the newly launched Milky Sunscreen SPF 50+ with the bestselling Dewy Milk Moisturizer.

Start with the Dewy Milk Moisturizer, a lightweight moisturiser that balances hydration without overwhelming the skin. The milky texture sinks in quickly, helping skin feel nourished while maintaining that fresh, plump look associated with mochi skin. Follow with the new Milky Sunscreen SPF 50+, an ultra-light sunscreen milk that delivers broad-spectrum UV protection in a fast-absorbing formula that feels almost invisible on the skin. Together, they create a hydrated, luminous finish that sits comfortably under makeup or works beautifully on bare-skin days.

Why We Love It:
The mochi skin trend sounds simple, but achieving that balance of hydration, bounce and glow can be surprisingly difficult, especially in heat and humidity. This pairing gets remarkably close. The moisturiser gives skin that cushioned, healthy look, while the sunscreen adds protection without the heaviness, greasiness or white cast that often comes with high-SPF formulas. It feels like skincare that works with your skin rather than sitting on top of it.

Who It Is For:
Anyone chasing softer, plumper, more hydrated-looking skin, particularly those who prefer lightweight textures and a natural, healthy glow over heavier creams or makeup.

Where to Find It:
The Tatcha Dewy Milk Moisturizer and Milky Sunscreen SPF 50+ are available at Sephora.sg and Sephora stores across Singapore. 

If Baccarat Rouge 540 is already your signature scent, this is the finishing touch you never knew you needed. Maison Francis Kurkdjian has extended its bestselling fragrance into a hair perfume, allowing the iconic ambery, floral and woody composition to linger with every movement. Designed specifically for hair, the formula combines fragrance with conditioning ingredients such as castor oil and lilac extract, helping strands feel soft, fresh and lightly scented throughout the day.

The scent itself remains unmistakably Baccarat Rouge 540. Airy jasmine and luminous saffron open the fragrance before giving way to mineral ambergris accords and freshly cut cedarwood. Fans of the original eau de parfum will immediately recognise the addictive signature, but here it feels lighter and more diffused. Like creating a subtle scent trail rather than a full fragrance statement. The frosted bottle mirrors the House's iconic design, making it just as beautiful on a vanity as it is practical in a handbag.

Why We Love It:
Hair perfume can often feel like an afterthought, but this one feels is designed to make you feel luxurious. It allows you to refresh your fragrance throughout the day without adding another layer directly onto the skin, while the softening ingredients are a welcome bonus. For Baccarat Rouge 540 devotees, it is an easy way to extend the scent experience from head to toe.

Who It Is For:
Anyone who already loves Baccarat Rouge 540, or those looking for a lighter way to wear fragrance while keeping hair soft and delicately scented.

Where to Find It:
Maison Francis Kurkdjian Baccarat Rouge 540 Hair Perfume is available at Maison Francis Kurkdjian boutiques and Escentials.

NARS is giving its cult-favourite Light Reflecting™ Powder a celestial makeover with two new limited-edition pressed shades: Twinkle and Constellation. Designed to colour-correct while setting makeup, these pastel marbleised powders go beyond traditional translucent powder by subtly brightening the complexion and helping tired, dull skin look fresher and more awake. Powered by NARS' Instant Perfecting Complex, they create a soft-focus effect that smooths the look of skin while keeping the finish lightweight and natural.

The shade stories make this edition even more intriguing. Twinkle combines pastel pink with champagne shimmer, helping to counter dullness and sallowness while adding a delicate luminosity to the skin. Constellation blends pastel ivory, pink and lavender tones to subtly brighten and help neutralise yellow undertones based on colour theory. Both shades are pressed into beautiful marbleised compacts that feel almost too pretty to use, while delivering the kind of soft radiance that looks more like great skin than obvious makeup.

Why We Love It:
These powders sit somewhere between setting powder and finishing powder, which is exactly why they're so useful. Twinkle gives skin a healthy-looking glow without sparkle overload, while Constellation is excellent for brightening dull complexions and bringing back life to tired-looking skin. You’ll reach for these when your makeup looks fine, but skin needs a little extra something.

Who It Is For:
Anyone who loves radiant skin, particularly those dealing with dullness, sallowness or uneven tone and looking for a lightweight way to brighten the complexion.

Where to Find It:
The NARS Light Reflecting™ Prismatic Powder in Twinkle and Constellation is available on TikTok Shop and from 8 July 2026 at NARS boutiques, Sephora and Lazada.

We are living in the age of the ingredient-obsessed beauty consumer, one who screenshots INCI lists and has panicked at least once about layering actives wrong. Enter SHIMBI METHOD, Japan's first ingredient-led skincare brand, landing in Singapore with seven products and a refreshingly clear answer to all of that confusion.

Born from the intersection of Japanese aesthetic precision and clinical dermatology, SHIMBI METHOD's philosophy is simple: tell you exactly what is in each product, why it is there, and at what concentration. The debut seven-piece range targets the concerns most of us are already chasing: dark spots, wrinkles, uneven texture, dehydration and a compromised barrier. 

The Face Wash ($17) leads with a double enzyme cleanse, papaya and protease, to dissolve dead skin cells, while bamboo charcoal and Moroccan lava clay draw out impurities from pores. It dispenses as an impressively rich, dense foam and is an Amazon Japan No. 1 bestseller.

The Medicated Brightening Serum ($32) is the dark spot corrector you’ll want to keep. Its milky-water texture layers 5% arbutin and vitamin C with 1.1% tranexamic acid and dipotassium glycyrrhizate, dual brightening actives alongside anti-inflammatory support for sensitive skin. Third-party testing showed a 13.1% reduction in dark spots by day 14. It is day and night use, which is a bonus.

For anti-aging, the Bakuchiol + Retinol Derma Serum ($46) comes in a clever dual-tube design, which keeps the retinol and bakuchiol formulas separate until dispensing to preserve potency and reduce the need for preservatives. It showed an 18.2% reduction in facial wrinkles over eight weeks in clinical testing and it is patch-tested and allergy-tested, making it an easy to approach retinol entry point for newbies.

Those dealing with dullness, rough texture and enlarged pores will want the Niacinamide 30% Derma Serum ($32) the highest concentration in the brand's history, buffered with 14 amino acids for comfort. Rounding out the range is the 4 Peptide, 5 Ceramide Derma Cream ($30), which won Japan's LDK Award and is inspired by the concept of moist wound healing. It comes in two textures, a lightweight gel for combination to oily skin, and a rich cream for dry or dehydrated skin.

Why We Love It: What SHIMBI METHOD gets right is the confidence it hands back to the consumer. Every product tells you what it contains and why, which makes building a routine feel less like guesswork and more like an informed decision. In a market saturated with over-promised actives and complicated layering rules, this level of transparency is refreshing. The clinic-grade thinking at everyday prices, makes it accessible in a way that many ingredient-led ranges are not. 

Who It Is For: Skincare enthusiasts who want to understand what they are putting on their face, beginners who are curious about actives but nervous about where to start, and anyone dealing with dark spots, fine lines or textural concerns.

Where to Find It: SHIMBI METHOD is available at Watsons stores islandwide and on Watsons Online, DON DON DONKI, and via the Mandom Official Store on Shopee, TikTok Shop and Lazada. 

Catch a special experience pop-up at the Watsons Compass One Shopathon Atrium from 22 to 28 June 2026, with a free 60-second skin analysis station, 20% off launch exclusive pricing, and gifts with purchase. The promotion extends online and islandwide from 25 June to 19 August 2026.

How many times has your skin given away a late night? The Ordinary's new Caffeine 3% + Escin 1% Face Serum ($19) is designed for those days when tiredness starts showing on your face before you've even had your first coffee. This lightweight serum targets the visible effects of stress, poor sleep and busy schedules, helping to improve the look of dullness, puffiness, dehydration and loss of firmness. Unlike traditional caffeine treatments that focus only on the eye area, the formula is designed for the entire face, giving skin a fresher, more awake appearance.

The formula leads with lab-synthesised caffeine, known for helping skin look more energised and radiant. Paired with escin, a horse chestnut-derived ingredient it helps support firmness and soothe the skin. The addition of Bacillus Ferment, rich in peptides and lipids, helps strengthen the skin barrier while improving hydration levels over time. According to the brand, the serum can visibly reduce redness within four hours and boost hydration after just one application, while continued use helps skin appear smoother, firmer and more refreshed.

Why We Love It:
Most caffeine products stop at the under-eye area. This bottle takes a broader approach and addresses that overall tired, flat look that often follows a poor night's sleep. The texture is lightweight, layers easily under moisturiser and sunscreen, and feels relevant for anyone balancing work, family and a busy schedule.

Who It Is For:
Basically, everyone. Anyone dealing with visible signs of fatigue, including dullness, puffiness, dehydration or skin that simply looks like it could have used a few more hours of sleep.

Where to Find It:
The Ordinary Caffeine 3% + Escin 1% Face Serum is available at Sephora stores, Sephora.sg and authorised The Ordinary retailers.

What started with one itch-relief cream has now grown into a full ecosystem of sensitive skincare. Suu Balm turns 11 this year, marking more than a decade of dermatologist-formulated products created for eczema-prone, dry and itchy skin. 

The brand began when Dr. Tey Hong Liang, founder of the Itch Clinic at Singapore’s National Skin Centre, noticed existing creams were not doing enough to relieve itch quickly while still properly moisturising the skin. That led to the original Rapid Itch Relief Ceramide Moisturiser, combining menthol’s cooling effect with a ceramide-rich formula designed to support the skin barrier. 

Today, the Suu Balm line-up stretches far beyond its original cream. The Dual Cooling & Moisturising Cream Body Wash gently cleanses while helping skin feel soothed rather than stripped. The Cooling Body Spray Moisturiser offers the same lightweight cooling effect in a convenient mist format, handy for humid days or quick relief through the day.

Alongside this milestone, the brand has also introduced Vytle, a newer skincare range built around the same sensitive-skin philosophy. Designed for face and body use from newborns to adults, Vytle combines dermatological science with up to 98% naturally derived ingredients. Its Cleanse & Moisturise Bundle keeps routines simple with a gentle cleanser and moisturiser duo formulated for all skin types and ages, making it a practical option for families who prefer uncomplicated daily skincare.

Why We Love It:
Suu Balm has always understood that itchy, sensitive skin needs comfort fast. The formulas are practical, cooling and easy to use, without feeling overly clinical. We also like that both Suu Balm and Vytle focus on simple routines that work across different ages rather than picking skincare for different age groups in the family.

Who It Is For:
Anyone dealing with dry, itchy or sensitive skin, including families looking for gentle skincare suitable for both children and adults.

Where to Find It:
Suu Balm and Vytle products are available via the brands’ official websites, Guardian, Watsons, Unity, FairPrice and selected retailers across Singapore.

The almond shower oil that beauty lovers have emptied for years just got a glow-up. L’OCCITANE has relaunched its beloved Amande Sublime (Almond) range, refreshing the formulas and packaging while keeping the sensorial textures and warm gourmand almond scent fans already know and love. The updated line focuses on softer, smoother and more supple-looking skin, powered by Mediterranean almond oils and more sustainable refill options.

The iconic Almond Softening Shower Oil is still formulated with over 40% almond and grapeseed oils. The silky oil transforms into a milky lather on contact with water, gently cleansing while leaving skin noticeably softer and more moisturised without residue. Follow with the refreshed Almond Supple Skin Oil, a lightweight body oil that combines 50% almond oil with a silicium complex to support elasticity, improve suppleness and visibly soften the appearance of stretch marks over time. 

Want a truly sensorial experience? Head to the newly refurbished ION Orchard store inspired by the beauty of nature and the art of living in Haute-Provence. And don’t forget to indulge in the iconic Almond Ritual.   

Why We Love It:
L’OCCITANE knew not to mess too much with a classic. The shower oil remains one of the best textures in bodycare, while the updated skin oil feels silky, lightweight and genuinely pleasant to use daily. Together, they make skin look smoother, glowier and far more nourished with very little effort.

Who It Is For:
Anyone who loves sensorial bodycare, especially those looking for softer, smoother-looking skin and nourishing textures.

Where to Find It:
The refreshed L’OCCITANE Amande Sublime range is available at L’OCCITANE boutiques islandwide and online at L’OCCITANE Singapore.

Before ingredient-led skincare became the norm, The Ordinary made it mainstream. Back in 2016, the brand disrupted the beauty industry by making active ingredients more accessible and affordable, putting the focus back on formulations, transparency and education. Glycolic acid, niacinamide and hyaluronic acid quickly became household skincare terms rather than industry jargon.

That philosophy still shapes the brand today. The bestselling Glycolic Acid 7% Exfoliating Toner remains a go-to for smoother, brighter-looking skin, while the updated Hyaluronic Acid 2% + B5 delivers multi-layer hydration with added ceramides for a plumper, more comfortable feel. The iconic Niacinamide 10% + Zinc 1% continues to lead for oil control, brightness and texture support, proving that straightforward formulations still hold their place in increasingly crowded skincare routines.

Alongside its formulas, The Ordinary is also further supporting the idea that quality skincare should be ordinary, not exclusive. Their latest campaign expands that message into everyday life too, highlighting the importance of normalising things like rest, checking in on loved ones and prioritising wellbeing, all while keeping skincare accessible and uncomplicated.

Why We Love It:
The Ordinary still makes skincare feel less intimidating. Products are easy to understand, routines stay flexible, and the formulas consistently deliver without luxury-level pricing. It is also one of the few brands that still manages to feel genuinely useful rather than trend-driven.

Who It Is For:
Anyone looking for effective, ingredient-led skincare that focuses on clarity, accessibility and practical everyday routines.

Where to Find It:
The Ordinary is available at Sephora stores and Sephora.sg.

We raved about Hourglass’ new Illusion Luminous Glow Foundation SPF 30 in our House of Sephora feature, and how it delivers medium coverage with a radiant, skin-first finish. The formula combines skincare, SPF and makeup in one, using hydrating ingredients to smooth texture, soften the look of fine lines and keep skin looking fresh rather than flat through the day.

Unlike many glow foundations that slip away after a few hours, this one is designed for longer wear, with up to 12 hours of comfortable coverage that resists creasing and caking . The finish sits somewhere between luminous and polished, giving skin that soft-focus, lit-from-within effect while still evening tone and covering redness or texture. The creamy texture blends easily and a little goes a long way, making it especially good for those who prefer natural-looking coverage that still feels perfected.

Why We Love It:
This gives glow without tipping into greasy territory. Skin looks smoother, fresher and more hydrated, while the coverage still manages to blur imperfections convincingly. We also like that it layers well with the rest of makeup and works beautifully on days when skin looks tired or textured. The SPF 30 addition makes it feel even more practical for everyday wear.

Who It Is For:
Anyone who loves radiant, skin-like foundation with medium coverage, especially those who prefer hydration and glow over matte finishes.

Where to Find It:
Hourglass Illusion Luminous Glow Foundation SPF 30 retails for $99 at Sephora Singapore and Sephora.sg

Skincare, but make it collectible. Bio-essence joins the blind box craze with the new Bio-VLift Blind Box Banded Packs, pairing its bestselling lifting creams with limited-edition plush “Beauty Pals” designed to unzip into reusable tote bags. Cute packaging aside, the focus still lands on the brand’s signature lifting technology, powered by Blue Copper Peptide and plant-based Collagen IV to support firmer, more sculpted-looking skin.

The release centres around two sets. Set A, The Lift Focus includes the full-size 4V Face Lifting Cream, targeting the cheeks, jawline, chin and neck for a more defined appearance, alongside Overnight Repair Cream minis and a collectible Beauty Pal. Meanwhile, Set B,  The Repair Focus highlights the Overnight Repair Cream, designed to nourish and support collagen production while skin rests overnight. 

Clinical figures shared in the release mention improved firmness, smoother skin and visible wrinkle reduction over continued use.

Why We Love It:
The blind box angle makes this launch more playful than the average anti-ageing range, but the formulas still sound serious about results. We like that the two sets split into day and night concerns, making them easier to choose based on what your routine needs most. The reusable plush-tote detail is also surprisingly fun.

Who It Is For:
Anyone looking for firmer-looking skin and more defined contours, especially those who enjoy skincare with a collectible or gifting element.

Where to Find It:
The Bio-essence Bio-VLift Blind Box Sets retail at $59.90 and are available at Watsons, NTUC FairPrice, the Bio-essence Shopee Store and selected cosmetic houses from 30 April 2026.

Firming skincare, but make it feel good to use. NUXE’s refreshed Merveillance Lift range is built for anyone who wants smoother, fresher-looking skin without turning their shelf into a science lab. The brand’s signature Micro-Algae Oil, a botanical active recognised for its regenerative properties helps strengthen skin structure, support collagen fibres and improve the look of firmness, wrinkles and radiance over time.

The Firming Activating Oil-Serum ($86.70) remains the anchor product to the range. It is the first step in the ritual and helps skin feel softer, smoother and more supple from the start. The texture is lightweight and non-greasy, so it sinks in easily and helps prep the skin for whatever comes next. Then comes the new Exceptional Day & Night Cream($99), a moisturiser designed to simplify routines by covering both morning and evening use in one jar. With 2% niacinamide and Micro-Algae Oil, it supports radiance, firmness and smoother-looking skin, while the satin-light texture feels comfortable by day and more cocooning at night .

The third step is the Eye Lighter Serum ($69.90), which brings a more immediate brightening effect to the line-up. It uses pearlescent pink pigments to refresh tired eyes on contact, while low molecular weight hyaluronic acid, niacinamide, caffeine and Micro-Algae Oil work on fine lines, puffiness and all types of dark circles over time. The bevelled applicator makes it easy to swipe on through the day, and the pocket-sized format adds to that on-the-go appeal .

Why We Love It: This feels like anti-ageing with a bit more personality. The oil-serum gives the range a strong start, the cream keeps things simple with one jar for day and night, and the eye serum adds a brightening step that is both useful and easy to carry around. There is also a more sensorial side to the range, with soft floral notes and textures that feel elegant without becoming heavy. 

Who It Is For: Anyone looking to address firmness, fine lines and dullness with a routine that feels effective and simple to maintain.

Where to Find It: The NUXE Merveillance Lift range is available at Watsons, Guardian, Shopee, Lazada and Glowverse.

Here’s a new way to up your protein for the day: a moisturiser that acts like a protein shake for your skin. Drunk Elephant’s Protini Polypeptide Cream is built around the idea of strengthening and supporting skin the way protein supports the body, with a focus on firmness, bounce and overall skin health.

The formula spells a healthy blend of 9 signal peptides, designed to support collagen production while helping improve the look of tone, texture and elasticity. Alongside this, pygmy waterlily extract adds antioxidant support, helping defend against environmental stress that contributes to visible ageing. The texture is lightweight and bouncy, sitting somewhere between a gel and cream, absorbing quickly while still delivering lasting hydration.

Over time, the results focus on overall skin quality rather than a single concern. In a clinical study, 96% showed improvement in tone, radiance and luminosity, 93% saw improved texture, and 90% reported better hydration after eight weeks.

Why We Love It:
This little pot does a bit of everything without feeling heavy. The texture is easy, the finish is smooth, and it layers well with the rest of your routine. It works as a reliable daily moisturiser while quietly supporting firmness and skin strength over time.

Who It Is For:
Anyone looking for a straightforward moisturiser that supports firmness, hydration and overall skin health without needing multiple steps.

Where to Find It:
Drunk Elephant Protini Polypeptide Cream ($108) is available at Sephora.sg and Sephora stores across Singapore.

Derma Lab sharpens its focus on targeted skin correction with a dermatologist-backed line-up designed for pigmentation, texture and firmness. Leading the range is the Pigmentation Corrective Serum ($66.90), powered by a 12% Glyco-HA Niacinamide Complex and clinically proven to reduce melanin by 71.4% in just three days, working across dark spots, acne marks and uneven tone.

Prepping the skin is the Daily Brightening Serum Peel ($66.90), a leave-on micro-peel with mandelic and lactic acid that gently exfoliates, refines pores and improves absorption of the products that follow. For firmness, the Multi-Collagen Firming Serum ($69.90) uses a peptide-enhanced collagen system to support elasticity, improve skin density and strengthen the skin barrier over time.

The range extends into masks with the Triple Vitamin A Elasticity Boost Serum Mask ($29.90), designed to support skin renewal and improve firmness, and the Triple Vitamin C Intensive Brightening Serum Mask (29.90), which focuses on radiance and more even-looking tone. Both are designed to enhance absorption and deliver actives deeper into the skin.

Why We Love It:
Everything feels clearly targeted. The pigmentation serum stands out for speed and visible results, while the rest of the range supports it with prep, firming and maintenance.

Who It Is For:
Anyone dealing with pigmentation, uneven texture or early loss of firmness, especially those who prefer targeted serums they can layer.

Where to Find It:
Derma Lab is available at Watsons, FairPrice, myCK and online at Shopee Singapore.

If you’re after a credible skincare Mother’s Day gift in Singapore this range ticks all the right boxes. Tatcha introduces its Longevity Collection with a focus on strengthening skin while improving firmness and smoothness. Inspired by Okinawa’s nutrient-rich nuchi-gusui, the formulas centre around the Okinawa Cellescence Complex, designed to support skin resilience and reduce visible signs of ageing.

The Longevity Serum works as a hybrid gel-oil, helping smooth, firm and improve skin texture while supporting long-term skin strength. Alongside it, the Longevity Memory Cream uses a memory-gel texture to lock in hydration, support elasticity and leave skin looking brighter and more refreshed. Take a moment to admire the gorgeous packaging, a must if your dresser (and skin) could do with a little perking up.

Why We Love It:
The focus goes beyond short-term results. Skin feels stronger and more balanced with continued use, and both textures remain lightweight while still delivering enough nourishment.

Who It Is For:
Anyone looking to address early signs of ageing while supporting long-term skin resilience.

Where to Find It:
Tatcha Longevity Serum ($125) and Longevity Memory Cream ($133) are available at Sephora Singapore.

If you are after a tinted SPF that can also help with dark spots and uneven skin tone, take a look at ELIXIR’s new tone-up shade, Beige. The Day Care Revolution Tone-Up Beige builds on the success of the brand’s Baby Pink version with a softer beige tone designed to improve the look of dark spots and uneven skin tone. It combines skincare, SPF protection and tone correction in one step, making it an easy option for mornings when skin needs a little more help but heavy makeup is not the goal.

The formula uses pearls and a carefully balanced beige tint to brighten the complexion without leaving a chalky cast, while ingredients such as M-Bouncer CP and Watercress Extract BG support collagen-related firmness and help soften shadowing in the skin. Clinically tested results from the press release showed a 24% improvement in firmness and 24% improvement in brightness with consistent use, alongside 12-hour makeup retention and 24-hour moisturising benefits. 

Why We Love It:
We love effective shortcuts and this one allows our skin to look even, more fresh while working as both a tone-up base and an SPF. The beige tint is especially useful for those of us who found pink-based correctors a little too bright and obvious. 

Who It Is For:
Anyone who wants daily sun protection with a more natural tone-correcting finish, without adding another makeup step.

Where to Find It:
ELIXIR Day Care Revolution Tone-Up Beige (35g) retails at $59 and is available at ELIXIR Metro Paragon, Metro Causeway Point, Novela stores, selected Watsons stores, Watsons Online, selected Welcia stores and the ELIXIR Official Lazada Store.

Diane Perfect Beauty shifts the focus to scalp-first haircare with its Anti-Hair Loss Scalp Spray, designed to support stronger, fuller-looking hair from the roots. Created for daily use, the formula targets common concerns such as hair fall, dandruff, oiliness and irritation, which are amplified in humid conditions.

The spray combines Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate, Panthenol, ginseng and soybean extracts to support healthier growth, while menthol and camphor provide a cooling effect that helps calm itchiness. A keratin-protecting system strengthens the hair cuticle, helping improve volume and resilience over time, delivered through a lightweight aerosol spray that sits comfortably on the scalp.

Why We Love It:
It treats scalp care with the same attention as skincare. The spray format makes it easy to stay consistent, and the cooling effect gives quick relief when the scalp feels uncomfortable.

Who It Is For:
Anyone dealing with early hair fall, oily or itchy scalp, or flat roots, especially in humid climates.

Where to Find It:
Diane Perfect Beauty Anti-Hair Loss Scalp Spray retails at $18.90 and is available at Watsons, FairPrice, Don Don Donki, Welcia, Shopee, Lazada and TikTok Shop.

Shiny, smooth hair without the effort. myBoostars introduces its INSILK BOOST-SMOOTH & SHINE series, a skincare-inspired haircare range designed to bring back gloss, softness and manageability, even on rushed days. The line-up includes a Shampoo, Treatment and a 2-in-1 Booster Mist, all powered by 5% silk (3% in the treatment) and a blend of four types of hydrolysed silk that help smooth the cuticle, reduce frizz and boost shine from the first use.

The formulas are also enriched with Japanese seaweed extract, known as Angel Ring® ingredients, which help create that luminous, halo-like shine while keeping hair soft and bouncy. 

The Booster Mist is the hero here. A lightweight dual-layer mix of serum and oil, it is designed to nourish, smooth and protect in one step. Powered by Neosolue™-Aqulio, it helps ingredients absorb deeper into the hair shaft for better hydration and repair, while staying easy to use across different routines.

Why We Love It:
This is haircare that works around real routines. The Booster Mist is especially versatile, you can use it before conditioner to boost results, or as a leave-in and heat protectant before styling. It is quick, effective and gives hair that smoother, glossier finish without weighing it down.

Who It Is For:
Anyone dealing with frizz, tangles or dullness, and looking for an easy way to get smoother, shinier hair without adding too many steps.

Where to Find It:
The myBoostars INSILK BOOST-SMOOTH & SHINE series is available at Guardian Singapore and other online platforms.

In its big spring launch for 2026, NARS revisits matte foundation with a formula designed to look like skin rather than coverage. The new Natural Matte Longwear Foundation delivers medium-to-full coverage while keeping the texture lightweight and breathable, creating a soft-focus finish that subtly blurs pores and imperfections. Powered by a Pore-Refining Trio featuring niacinamide, dipeptide and micro greens, it is designed not only to perfect the look of skin instantly but also to improve the appearance of texture and pores over time.

The technology focuses on comfort and flexibility. Instant Filter Powder creates a smooth optical blur, while oil-absorbing microspheres help keep shine under control throughout the day. An advanced flexible film allows the foundation to move with the skin rather than sitting heavily on top, giving a natural matte finish that stays breathable through long wear.

Why We Love It:
Matte foundation can sometimes feel flat or drying, but this one manages to keep skin looking polished without losing its natural dimension. The soft-focus effect makes pores and uneven texture less noticeable while still feeling lightweight. The oil control and humidity resistance make a noticeable difference in heat and humidity, especially for long days where touch-ups are not always practical. We also found that applying it with fingers gives the nicest finish, helping the formula melt into skin more seamlessly. One thing to note: the shade range runs a little differently from some of NARS’ other foundation lines, so it is worth trying your match in store before committing.

Who It Is For:
Anyone who prefers medium-to-full coverage with a natural matte finish, especially those dealing with shine, visible pores or uneven texture.

Where to Find It:
NARS Natural Matte Longwear Foundation retails for $85 at NARS boutiques, counters and authorised retailers across Singapore.

Anastasia Beverly Hills is all about eye makeup that’s approachable and its two new launches do just that. The new Haze Mini Eyeshadow Palette ($51) packs nine full-pigment shades into a compact format, moving through smoky neutrals, earthy tones and deeper hues in matte and metallic finishes.From softly defined to smouldering, creamy mattes for shaping and a few more light-catching shades for added drama, these textures are designed to blend without feeling overwhelming. 

Alongside, the Glidr Shadow Sticks ($43) bring the same high-impact mood in an even quicker format. These creamy sticks glide on smoothly, blend with ease and set with long wear, making them handy for rushed mornings, after-work plans or anyone who prefers a brush-free routine. With metallic, sparkle and matte finishes across 16 shades, they can be used for a one-and-done wash of colour, layered for more depth, or even worked along the lash line as liner. Together, the palette and sticks give plenty of room to play, from soft neutral definition to bolder night-out eyes.

Why We Love It:
The ease of getting ready. The Haze Mini Palette is great for days when you need shape and dimension without it feeling complicated, while the Glidr Shadow Sticks are ideal when speed matters. We like that both are easy to use, strongly pigmented and versatile enough to swing from daytime eyes to moody after dark. Both travel well, the compact palette is an easy addition to your bag while the shadow sticks might just become permanent companions. 

Who It Is For:
Anyone who loves easy eye makeup with strong colour payoff, especially if you need options for both everyday definition and more dramatic evening looks.

Where to Find It:
The Anastasia Beverly Hills range is available at Sephora stores and Sephora.sg. 

Kansosan takes a practical approach to skincare with its 3-in-1 Hydrating Base, designed to simplify routines while tackling dryness caused by constant shifts between heat, humidity and air-conditioned spaces. This multi-tasking base combines hydration, sun protection and a priming effect in one step, making it a useful option for days when layering multiple products feels like too much. The range includes three variations tailored to different needs: Moisture Base Cover for a subtle tone-up effect, Moisture Base for deeper hydration, and Moisture Base Aqua for a lighter, oil-controlling finish.

Alongside this, Kansosan also introduces the Medical Moisture Cleansing Foam, a creamy foaming cleanser that removes impurities and makeup without stripping the skin. It is formulated with ingredients like niacinamide, amino acids and ceramides to help maintain hydration while cleansing, making it a gentle option for dry or easily irritated skin. Together, the cleanser and base create a simple routine that focuses on comfort and moisture rather than overloading the skin.

Why We Love It: Want your skincare to feel more manageable? The base cuts down multiple steps into one, while the cleanser keeps skin clean without that tight, dry feeling after washing. We like that you can choose a finish that suits your skin, from more hydration to oil control, and that everything is designed to sit comfortably through long days of heat, humidity and air conditioning.

Who It Is For: Anyone looking to simplify their routine, especially those dealing with dryness, sensitivity or wanting lightweight products that still deliver hydration.

Where to Find It: The Kansosan 3-in-1 Hydrating Base range (SGD $21.90 each) and Medical Moisture Cleansing Foam (SGD $20.50) are available at Guardian, DON DON DONKI, and online via Shopee, Lazada and TikTok Shop.

ANESSA is no stranger to effective sun protection and its latest expansion secures every moment of sun care in your daily routine. ANESSA expands its suncare line-up with three new additions designed to make daily protection feel effortless. The launch introduces Perfect UV Sunscreen Skincare Gel and Brightening UV Sunscreen Gel under the Daily Series, alongside the Brush-On Powder from the Perfect UV Series. From morning protection to midday touch-ups, these new launches incorporate skincare ingredients that support hydration and radiance.

The Perfect UV Sunscreen Skincare Gel focuses on comfort and long wear, using Auto Moist Balance Technology to help maintain hydration throughout the day while shielding skin from UV exposure. Ingredients such as super hyaluronic acid, collagen gel and botanical extracts help keep the formula moisturising yet lightweight, making it suitable for both face and body. 

For those looking for a little more glow, the Brightening UV Sunscreen Gel adds tone-up pearls and M-tranexamic acid to create a more even, radiant look while still delivering high UV protection. Rounding out the trio is the Brush-On Powder, a portable sunscreen powder that refreshes makeup while providing oil control and additional protection during the day.

Why We Love It:
As always, ANESSA manages to make sunscreen feel adaptable rather than routine. The gels keep morning protection light and comfortable, while the powder makes reapplication far easier, especially when makeup is already on. The mix of hydration, tone-up effect and midday touch-up options means you can tailor sun protection to different moments of the day rather than relying on a single step.

Who It Is For:
Anyone looking for versatile daily sun protection, particularly those who prefer lightweight textures, tone-up finishes or easy reapplication over makeup. 

Where to Find It:
The ANESSA Perfect UV Sunscreen Skincare Gel, Brightening UV Sunscreen Gel, and Brush-On Powder are available at selected Watsons, Welcia, FairPrice, Unity and Donki stores, as well as Watsons Online and ANESSA official stores on Shopee and Lazada.

ANUA brings a playful pop culture twist to skincare with its year-long collaboration with Netflix’s KPop Demon Hunters, pairing the brand’s gentle, results-led formulas with a collectable edge. 

The K-Pop Demon Hunters Grab-N-Go Set ($48), is an all-in-one kit that pulls together some of ANUA’s best-known lines, including heartleaf, niacinamide and PDRN. It is designed as an easy routine in one box, covering cleansing, hydration and treatment, with extras like limited Huntrix stickers that’ll be fun collectables for fans. 

Also in the line-up is the K-Pop Demon Hunters PDRN Capsule Mist Special Set ($30), built around ANUA’s PDRN 100 Hyaluronic Acid Oil Capsule Mist. This lightweight mist combines PDRN, hyaluronic acid and collagen to refresh the skin and top up moisture through the day. It can also be used before or after makeup, which makes it handy for desk-side touch-ups or long days out.

Why We Love It:
This collaboration keeps the skincare practical while making the packaging fun. The Grab-N-Go Set is a simple way to try different ANUA lines without overthinking the routine, while the mist is a great addition to your work desk. It also makes the ideal gift for any K-Pop Demon Hunters fans.

Who It Is For:
Anyone who enjoys gentle Korean skincare, fans of KPop Demon Hunters, or those looking hydrating products that fit into busy routines.

Where to Find It:
The ANUA K-Pop Demon Hunters collaboration is available at Sephora.sg.

Virtue’s Strength & Shield Leave-In Conditioner is designed as a lightweight mist that sits between treatment and styling step. The formula centres around the brand’s patented Alpha Keratin 60ku®, a bio-identical keratin protein that helps reinforce damaged areas of hair while restoring strength and flexibility. 

Alongside this, conditioning oils, amino acids and plant extracts help soften strands, detangle knots and support elasticity while protecting hair from everyday stressors such as heat styling, UV exposure and pollution.

The texture is a fine milky spray designed to be used on damp hair before styling. It works both as a leave-in conditioner and a heat protectant, shielding hair up to 450°F while helping reduce breakage and improve combability. 

Why We Love It:
Leave-in conditioners can easily feel heavy, but here’s a bottle that keeps things light while still making hair easier to manage. The mist texture spreads evenly through the lengths and helps smooth tangles without weighing strands down. A little goes a long way, and the result is hair that’s easy to comb and softer to touch. It also doubles as a heat protectant, which makes it a practical styling base rather than adding an extra step. 

Who It Is For:
Anyone with hair that tangles easily, feels fragile from styling, or needs a lightweight leave-in that also protects from heat damage.

Where to Find It:
Virtue Strength & Shield Leave-In Conditioner ($56) is available at Sephora stores and online at Sephora Singapore.