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Tress distress
When treated right, hair can be the simplest and fastest way to leave a good impression.
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Advertorial: In foam we trust
With the economy taking its toll on everyone, it doesn?t mean that your skin has to. Stress from work can affect skin, so it might be a good idea to just take that few minutes a day to give yourself that extra pampering, so you?ll always be looking your best.
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Get stranded
Get a head start - here are two hairstyles to get right now and four trends to watch out for next year. Find out what will make the cut.
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To the power of C
To aid your skin's collagen formation, Vitamin c, or ascorbic acid, is an important component in helping to promote the production of collagen in skin tissue and strengthening the structural support of the skin dermis.
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Bazaar behaviour
In tough times like these, hardcore fashionistas anxious for the next hit of designer togs are turning into bargain hunters.
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Compact gems
Get into the holiday mood with these festive limited-edition compacts that are too pretty for words.
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Achieve an instant update for your hair
How can you achieve an instant update on your look? Just refresh the colour of your hair.
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Private pleasures
There's an upward trend in the luxury lingerie market and an influx of quality high-end labels in the past year has helped to up the ante.
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Taking flight
Young fashion designers say there is little support for them, so they're taking matters into their own hands with independent fashion event.
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Stain not
If you want a lipstick that won't smear your coffee mug, check out L'Oreal Paris' new lipstick Infallible.
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Colours with custo
Spanish label Custo Barcelona, set to hit Singapore, melds the colourful cool of California with European chic.
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Buyer beware
In order to keep up with the Joneses, most women - and not a few men - would go to great lengths to get their hands on the latest designer bags. But in looking for better deals, might some buyers be getting less than the real deal when they buy from so-called reputable shops? -ANN, Philippine Daily Inquirer
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Closet gems
Revitalise neglected pieces and give your wardrobe an update.
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The art of removal
With more intense make-up formulations, you can expect your make-up remover to work harder to cleanse your face too.
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Luxury fit for a Kim
It's uber-luxe but celebrity hairstylist Kim Robinson insists his new flagship studio here is all about good haircuts.
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Multi-layered beauty
Technically, there is no limit to the number of products you can slap on your face at any one time but experts warn that the indiscriminate use of several products may lead to side effects like redness, irritation or flaking.
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The upper cut
Master hairstylist Shunji Matsuo marked his 40th year in the business earlier this month by launching his biography.
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New retail outlets for your shopping pleasure
When the economy is in the doldrums, the best thing you can do is to indulge in a little retail therapy.
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Looks count for women running for office: study
Women had better appear attractive as well as competent if they want to be elected to political office. -Reuters
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The woman in red drives the men crazy
Yes, red is the colour of romance. Men rated a woman as more sexually attractive if she was wearing red clothing. -Reuters
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Best buys
In the $2,000 to $10,000 range, we sift out some choice picks for everyday wear.
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All out bling
There are times when classics won't do and all out bling is the best remedy for any crisis.
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In bad times, put a brave (& smooth) face on it
Investing in great creams lets you survive the economic crunch looking good.
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Furs seduce buyers despite crunch
Leopard, panther and mink furs send bids flying at Paris' first major auction. -AFP
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Glitter of hope
The global downturn will not dim sales at this year's JewelFest, say organisers.
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What Jing Jing was wearing
The Tiffany & Co heart-shaped pendant never left Guo Jingjing during the Beijing Olympics in August this year.
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Can you swim in it?
With a S$6.8 million price tag, this bejewelled bikini is designed to be a showstopper, and not for any utilitarian purposes, such as - heaven forbid - swimming. -TNP
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Sexing up the Brits
The once-staid Marks & Spencer is spicing up its clothes.
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Sari story
Deepavali is not the only time you can wear a sari, as it is a timeless piece of garment.
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Inspector gadgets
There are gadgets galore which can supposedly whip you into shape, give you glowing skin and treat your aches and pains. Mind Your Body tries out seven products to find out if they live up to their promises.
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