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6 Lifestyle changes you can adopt during MCO 2.0 to boost your metabolism

12.01.2021
By Sanjeeva Suresh

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Yesterday, Prime Minister Muhyiddin Yassin announced that Malaysia will be entering its second Movement Control Order (MCO), beginning tonight at 12am on January 13. This, along with the closures of gyms across the nation may take a toll on the health (and bodies) of Malaysians. Before we get into how to keep your metabolism up during the MCO, let’s break down the basics.
Metabolism is the process where your body converts what you eat and drink into energy. Your metabolism influences your body’s basic energy needs. Although metabolism is linked to weight, external factors like how much you eat and drink combined with physical activity are what actually determine your weight. Here’s what you can do to ensure you don’t lose that waistline and help keep those calories burning.
1. Count calories

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A calorie deficit “occurs when you consistently provide your body with fewer calories than it needs to support calorie expenditure”. It’s not a question of dieting or fasting—it is about making healthier choices. Swap out unhealthy foods for a sustainable and healthier option. To create a calorie deficit, you need to know what your maintenance calories are. They differ according to your weight, sex, height and physical activity. Avoid crash diets—they may momentarily help you lose weight, but they can also backfire and end up slowing down your metabolism.
2. Increase protein intake throughout the day

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Do you ever find yourself snacking throughout the day? You don’t know if you’re doing it out of hunger or boredom. Trust us, you’re not the only one who will be doing that during this upcoming MCO. The key is to be mindful of what you’re snacking on and eat more protein. Studies have found that an increased protein intake actually satiates your hunger and your body’s natural reaction to metabolising and digesting protein. According to research, having a higher protein diet boosts metabolism due to your body’s reaction to burning more calories around the clock, including while you’re asleep. The “thermic effect of food” or TEF is the energy used to digest food. Protein has a higher TEF compared to refined carbs. This means that your body actually burns more calories to process protein than it would carbohydrate or fat.

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3. Cut down refined carbs

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Refined carbs aren’t limited to pasta, white bread and white rice. They can also be found in pastries, snacks, sodas, sweets, breakfast cereals and added sugars. Refined carbs don’t make the best snack because they contain “empty” calories and contain a lower amount of fibre, vitamins and minerals. They impact your metabolism because they increase your body’s blood sugar and insulin levels after being consumed. All carbohydrates turn into glucose and raise your body’s blood sugar but some just do it more quickly than others. A healthier solution would be to choose whole-grain alternatives such as oats, brown rice, quinoa and wild rice.

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By replacing carbs with fat and protein in your diet, you reduce the hunger hormone while boosting several satiety hormones.
4. Try high-intensity interval training (HIIT)

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A HIIT workout is a combination of intense exercises that are done in short bursts with periods of rest or lower-intensity exercises. These workouts often combine cardio and aerobic routines with resistance training and interval training. Interval training (which includes burpees, stair running and push-ups) has a smaller time investment and can boost cardio-respiratory health compared to continuous forms of exercise.  HIIT exercises stimulate the production of the human growth hormone (HGH) by up to 450 per cent during the 24 hours after you finish your workout. HGH is not only responsible for increased caloric burn, but it also slows down the ageing process, which is how it affects your metabolic rate. You don’t actually need any equipment for a great HIIT session. If the MCO has impacted your exercise routine of running or cycling, try high knees, fast feet, or anything plyometric (where muscles exert maximum force) like jumping lunges to get your heart rate up fast.
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5. Keep moving

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If you can’t get a hold of kettlebell(s) and your home doesn’t have enough space for burpees, the trick is to just keep moving. It could be something as simple as rearranging furniture, cleaning or doing some active chores. This is because muscle tissue burns more calories than fat tissue. Put it this way: everything you do burn calories, from eating to sleeping. The number of calories your body burns by lying in bed all day is called a resting metabolic rate, which is unique to every individual. Any extra movement helps burn calories faster and has an impact on your metabolism.

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“Imagine if you have a Kancil, a figuratively small amount of energy and force is needed to move it. But if you upgraded it to a machine with a heavier-rimmed body kit, you’d need a stronger engine to move it. The heavier you are, the more energy you need to move around. Hence, you burn more. It’s like muscles. You can increase it if you are active and pack more weight resistance. The more you work out and gain more muscle mass, the higher your metabolism rate,” says Jaa, the Fitness Training Specialist at Celebrity Fitness Malaysia.
6. It’s about consistency

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It is important to note that supplement makers tend to claim that ingredients such as green tea, iron supplements and probiotics will boost metabolism. Your metabolism is dependant on your body and biology. Supplements and juices may increase the rate at which calories are burnt but don’t necessarily provide a lasting solution to your body over time. According to The Washington Post, six years after participating in the reality television show, The Biggest Loser, the average contestant regained more than two-thirds of the weight lost on the show. Stick to a consistent meal schedule and don’t overeat.
In conclusion, a consistent diet, plenty of water and sufficient fibre and protein maintain your muscle and metabolic rate as you age. So just because it’s MCO, don’t allow yourself to slack off.
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Boardroom and beyond: The Spring/Summer 2020 looks we’d wear all day, everyday

10.03.2020
By Joan Kong

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Watch the Louis Vuitton Cruise 2020 livestream here

08.05.2019
By Joan Kong

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As mentioned in our Cruise 2020 guide, Louis Vuitton will be one of the two shows (the other being Prada) that will take place in New York City this season. Ahead of the show (which is happening real soon), the French fashion house has given us more insight into the choice of venue on Instagram, which will be at the TWA Flight Center at the John F. Kennedy International Airport. Built back in the ’60s, the futuristic-structured airport terminal will no doubt serve as another cool inspiration for artistic director Nicolas Ghesquière this season, and we can’t wait to see what he has in store for us. What we do know though, is the throng of celebrities who will be spotted on the frow, since the show is taking place two days after the Met Gala.

Tune in to the livestream of the Louis Vuitton Cruise 2020 show at 7am Malaysia time:

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Quaran-time Qs with Dr Jason Leong: Debunking COVID-19 myths

15.04.2020
By Rachel Au

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For the whole month of April, we’ll be curating a series of IG Live sessions on @buromalaysia with tastemakers, influencers and rightful experts in various industries.
Our purpose: To make staying at home, isolation and social distancing just a bit easier, as well as connecting all Malaysians riding out the current MCO. We’ll share meaningful—and important—conversations and entertain with creative challenges.

Check out the upcoming line-up here

Missed the episode with Dr Jason Leong? Fret not cos you can watch it now on our IGTV. We’ve also transcribed some of the key questions he answered below.
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Should I take hot showers to kill the virus?
“You don’t have to take hot showers per se. All you need is a shower with water and soap, the two of which have been known to be the most effective way of killing the virus.”
“Also, I think right now, people will take a shower after they’ve gone out to shop for groceries. There’s no harm in that.”
When I bungkus makan or order food delivery, do I have to spray or wipe it with disinfectant products?
“No. There has been no evidence that the virus can travel through food and most of the delivery services are quite fastidious with their hygiene practice as well. Hence, so far, there has not been evidence that you need to spray or wipe with disinfectant.”
How safe is online shopping?
“Similarly, online shopping is pretty safe. So, no, you don’t have to spray your mail or packages with disinfectant either.”
Should I avoid taking my contact lenses in and out?
“This would require us to go to the root question. This is why people are advised not to touch their faces because your hands have touched other surfaces—which may have the virus—and then if you touch your face, the virus can get into your body through your nostrils, eyes and mouth. So there is definitely a risk. However, if you keep washing your hands and keep them clean, then it’s safe to use your contact lenses. Make sure to wash them and keep them well.”
20 seconds of hand washing, right?
“Yes, 20 seconds or sing Happy Birthday twice. But I think it’s better to sing in on the inside, and not while washing your hands in public. It could be very disturbing.”
Can drinking alcohol kill the coronavirus?
“No, because if that was true, the Irish, Scottish, Australians and Indians wouldn’t have the coronavirus. What would work is the alcohol in your hand sanitisers. According to the CDC, it should have about 60 per cent of alcohol or more. So that’s how you can kill the virus. So don’t think that drinking alcohol can kill the coronavirus. It kills other things—like families.”
What about DIY hand sanitisers?
“I have a feeling those won’t be as effective though I’ve not tried them myself. As long as it has 60 per cent of alcohol and above, then regardless if it’s pretty or has glitter, you can use them. I wouldn’t make my own hand sanitisers. You can get them now at pharmacies. Don’t DIY because if you do get the coronavirus, and you tell the doctor that you made your own hand sanitiser, your doctor will laugh at you.”
What about making your own face masks?
“I’ve read reports of people using homemade face masks and it hasn’t been effective. I think there were some healthcare workers who made their own PPEs (personal protection equipment) and that wasn’t effective either. When it comes to these kind of things, just don’t do it yourself. Just buy the proper ones. You can buy face masks online now and that’s a safe bet.”
Can my pets get COVID-19?
“Yes, I’ve read that some tigers and a few other animals have gotten the virus. It’s very unlikely that pets can get it but there’s still a possibility. What’s more important, however, is that there is no evidence that the virus can transmit from pets to humans. For now. The situation is evolving as we speak. What the CDC has suggested is that if you’re symptomatic or if you have the virus, keep yourself away from your pets. Even if you don’t have symptoms, just practise good hygiene.”
My wife and I are trying for a baby—what are the chances of our unborn baby getting the virus?
“In March, there were reports of vertical transmission—which means from mother to baby—so there were a few newborns who had COVID-19. So yes, it’s a small chance that babies can get it from mothers. Hence, it boils down to the advice given which is social distancing and good hygiene. If the husband and wife remain safe, then the baby will be safe too.”
“If you’re trying for a baby, then you can’t do it… while social distancing. Just remember that if the prospective parents-to-be are responsible then there’ll be a good chance that the baby won’t have COVID-19.”
Can I get the coronavirus again if I’ve been cured?
“Yes, there have been a few cases where the people who initially tested negative for the virus then gets tested positive later. There are two reasons why this occurred. First, it could have been a false negative—meaning the test didn’t pick up the virus that was still in the patient’s body. Then, when they return for a follow-up, the subsequent test picks up the original infection. In the early days, it was thought to be a re-infection but in reality, it was the initial infection.
The second reason is akin to other viruses where you don’t get full immunity. This is a new virus so the information we get on it is always evolving. So far, there are actual cases where it’s a re-infection. A closer example in Malaysia would be dengue. If you’ve gotten dengue before, it doesn’t mean you won’t get it again. You don’t get full immunity—dengue has four or five different strains. If you get infected with one dengue strain, it does not confer your immunity to the other strains. This could be the case with COVID-19. But again, it’s still evolving so the important thing to note is that just because you had coronavirus, and you’re cured, it doesn’t mean you should go and hug everyone or stop showering. You should still practise the same standards as everyone else.”
For more updates (on both fun and serious note) from Dr Jason Leong, follow him on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. He’ll also be uploading “The All Day Show with No Budget with Jason Leo g” at least once a week.

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Tomorrow at The Bee, Publika: A David Bowie Tribute
Honouring a visionaire

18.03.2016
By Su Fen Tan

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David Bowie set a blazing trail in the industry with his awe-inducing music and colourful stage personas, and like many others before him, he was gone too soon. But his legacy lives on, and there is hardly a better way to honour the musican extraordinaire than through music. Tomorrow night, make your way to The Bee at Publika and watch Kyoto Protocol, Diamond Dogs (Mystery Tapes), Foxlore and Joi Noir take the stage in a special tribute to the icon.  Let’s hope ‘Space Oddity’ is on the agenda—you know you want to be there for a good ol’ bout of “ground control to Major Tom”.

A David Bowie Tribute happens at 9pm, 19 March 2016. Admission is free. For more information, check out the Facebook event page.

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Exclusive: Q&A with Joan Smalls, the face of Moschino Gold Fresh Couture
Golden girl

12.02.2018
By Wei Yeen Loh

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This season, Moschino debuts an all new addition to its Fresh Couture fragrance universe, the Gold Fresh Couture that looks like it’s been kitted out with 24k gold. Decked in a gold tone that screams luxe (and a touch of extravagance), the Gold Fresh Couture is an ode to femininity with its notes of mandarin orange, white peach, and pear, along with a floral heart of jasmine, orchid and lily-of-the-valley; and a musky base of sandalwood and vanilla that is tampered with akigalawood and patchouli.
In this behind the scenes video, check out the new face of the fragrance, supermodel Joan Smalls, working it in front of the camera for the scent’s official campaign stills. Don’t forget to scroll down to read an exclusive Q&A with the Puerto Rican beauty on what aspects she loves most about the fragrance and diversity in the modeling industry:

1. Last year you were cast for the Moschino fashion campaign, you are now the face of Moschino Gold Fresh Couture perfume. How did you click with Jeremy Scott?
Jeremy is a genuine, talented and real individual. I admire how he expresses himself so lively in his designs. It’s very unique. And it never feels like work, he puts the fun in everything he does.
2. How was working with Jeremy on the set? Did you have fun?
It is always fun to work with Moschino and Jeremy is super whimsical. Giampaolo Sgura has a great eye to capture the image and is so easy about the whole process. I’ve always been a fan of his work.
3. How would you describe the woman wearing the Gold Fresh Couture fragrance? In this sense, are you a Gold Fresh Couture woman?
Daring and willing to have fun at the same time.
4. What do you like the most about the fragrance?
The packaging is unique and fun. I like the juxtaposition of it all.
5. Which ingredient do you like the most and why?
Vanilla and sandalwood. One is sweet the other spicy it’s a good balance.
6. Are the fragrance’s facets similar to your traits?
Absolutely. Being Puerto Rican and black you get a good mixture of spiciness and passion. I was raised to speak up for myself in any situation, and it’s okay to ask questions, because if you can’t stand up for yourself no one else will.
7. In the fashion business, rankings are always in fashion, and you are listed by models.com among the “New Supers” as well as in the “Money” rank. What makes you happier, status or money?
I think being able to have status just gives you a reminder that your hard work pays off and people give you credit for it and that is extremely flattering. Money is always a plus, it definitely helps and I’m extremely grateful for it. But it’s not why I love doing what I do.
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8. When did you realize you had the potential to go that far?
Believing in myself and knowing that there’s more success. My character is hard to satisfy therefore I’m always searching for more, more out of life, more out my career. A constant growth is my drive.
9. Now that you are so international, what does Puerto Rico mean to you?
Puerto Rico is home. It’s where my roots are. No matter where I travel to, the country is always in my heart.
10. You got out of the anonymity that seems to be the new normal even for successful models now, and you’ve become a spokesperson for “diversity”. Did you experience racism first-hand? Have you been refused for jobs because of the colour of your skin?
Yes, I have been refused opportunities for the colour of my skin and that’s unfortunate and very narrow-minded. But I never let that hold me down. I’ve surrounded myself with creative individuals who see beauty for what it is. Your race, colour or creed is what’s beautiful and being inclusive of all. It is an uphill battle that people do not see behind closed doors, emails and when brands just think of filling a stereotype or using a model as a convenient marketing strategy. It’s about pushing through all the negative noise.
11. On your Instagram account you published “Stages of dating a Latina: 1. She’s cute 2. Also funny 3. Well she’s funny mean 4. Wait, she’s actually mad 5. I’m scared 6. Send help 7. Why is my house on fire” And you added: “just kidding”. But there is a grain of truth in every joke. What part of this is actually true about you?
Probably all of it. Latinas are passionate creatures. We love hard but we are determined when we are crossed. It’s basically just a warning.
12. Having to choose between the two, would you prefer to be described as “cute” or “sexy”?
I would say I’m a good combination of both. I think being cute is sexy. And having a little edge and mystery keeps people wanting more.
13. You studied psychology and graduated in two years instead of four. What profession — besides modeling — would you like to attempt?
I would have continued and gotten my doctorates in Psychology. I love getting to know individuals and what drives them, how you can understand the human psyche and aid in helping. Being empathetic and open minded is something not everyone can do, my mother is a social worker and she’s inspired me to want to help and give your attention to others, that’s the most selfless thing to do.

Moschino Gold Fresh Couture will be available this April. Watch this space for updates.

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Art + Design
Art exhibitions and plays to check out in September 2019

19.09.2019
By Ronn Tan

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Now – 22 September, Dust and The Silence in the Sun @ Wei-Ling Contemporary
Cheong Kiet Cheng’s third solo exhibition with the gallery touches on the question of how the spirits in our world relate to the rest of the universe. This new series is a study of black ink and hence, creating monochromatic visuals by exclusively using one type of media.
For more information, visit this website.

19 – 22 September, YKLS sings the Great American Songbook @ klpac
Dive into timeless songs with the award-winning Young KL Singers in collaboration with international jazz act, WVC Jazz Ensemble. There will be songs from 1920s to the 1950s—Duke Ellington, Nat King Cole, Ray Charles, Frank Sinatra, and more. Ticket is priced at RM60.
For more information, visit this website.

Now – 27 September, Sensory Photography—For Our New Malaysia @ Ruang, Think City KL
This exhibition features a collection of work done by seven visually impaired Malaysians. It is the outcome of the Sensory Photography programme intended to empower the visually impaired with new skills. There will be 70 photographs and it’s the first of its kind in Malaysia.

For more information, visit this website.

25 – 29 September, Short+Sweet Malaysia 2019: Musical @ klpac
This festival is unique because it only premieres works that are 10 minutes or less. Expect to enjoy from 10 to 12 new shorts every night. Tickets start from RM45.

For more information, visit this website.

Now – 30 September, Fracture/Friction @ Ilham Gallery
Forty-five artists will showcase their creations in Ilham Gallery’s growing permanent collection and that’s 93 works of contemporary art in total. The exhibition looks at the innovative ways artists have responded to the pressing social conditions of our time—with voices from both Southeast Asia and South Asia.

For more information, visit this website.

Now – 30 September, Reka Malaysiaku @ National Art Gallery
This is where you should go if you’re into industrial design as the exhibition highlights Malaysian designers—from the beginning to present Malaysia.

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From Twiglet to Twigs: The best of FKA Twigs’ beauty evolution

16.01.2022
By Redzhanna Jazmin

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Happy Birthday Twigs! In honour of the star’s 34th birthday, we’re rounding up our favourite moments of her beauty journey so far

Whether she is dressed to the nines or keeping it low-key, there’s one thing FKA Twigs certainly isn’t, and that’s boring. Though the London-based musician is best known for her ethereal signature style and her critically-acclaimed music career, we firmly believe that one of the criminally-overlooked facets of her artistry is, in fact, her eye for beauty.
The star is no stranger to the avant-garde or the unusual; in fact, she embraces the experimental. While it’s evident in her music, her performances, and her fashion, today we’re shining the limelight on some of the best beauty looks we’ve seen from her… ever.
Ahead, find a timeline summing up the highlights of Twigs’ beauty evolution:
FKA Twig-let: The prequel
Stars—they’re just like you! Yes, contrary to popular belief, Twigs didn’t just warp to Earth on one fine day. The seasoned performer, whose birth name is Tahliah Debrett Barnett, was born in Cheltenham, England on the 16th of January 1988.

Twigs: The sequel
A brief (but comprehensive) look at how the trendsetter’s style has shifted with her rising star:
2012

Fringe fiasco

Remember when side-bangs were in? Twigs definitely does—the singer shared this throwback to her Instagram feed in 2012. In the photo, she sports a pouty gaze complete with pseudo-scene-queen side bangs. It is the pinnacle of relatable beauty blunders. 10/10.
She’s a gem

This look marks the beginnings of Twigs’ near-decade-long (and ongoing) obsession with gem-embellishments.
2013

Doe-eyed dear

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This AR-heavy look from the ‘Water Me’ music video was ahead of its time, marrying the increasingly intertwining worlds of beauty and tech before Instagram filters had caught on.
Braided space buns

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Sleek, stylish, and practical, this ‘do is a winner in our eyes.
2014

Anime Dream Girl: Part 1

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Three words: Braids, brows, buns. Hands down, anime eyes and all, this look from the self-directed Google Glass concept film Through Glass is among our top ten favourites from the singer to date.
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Sombre headshot

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Though we’re missing the trademark, avant-garde beauty we’ve come to associate with Twigs, we appreciate her stripped-back passport photo beat.
2015

Hair-raising bondage

The hair-centric music video for ‘Pendulum’ is yet another solid top ten contender—the bondage technique shown in the video is known as shibari, a form of Japanese rope bondage. However, the video explores a different facet of the fetish practice; instead of rope, Twigs is bound by her own hair, conveying the feeling of being trapped within her own mind.
This is just one of the ways Twigs integrates beauty into her creative concepts—it all goes hand-in-hand.
Savage Beauty

The braided space buns make a comeback at the Alexander McQueen: Savage Beauty Exhibition in 2015. This time, however, they are accompanied by a more pared-back beauty look—Twigs keeps it simple with a smoked out wing and a vibrant, warm red lip.
Brit Award beat

While the temporary tattoos that adorn the singer’s face are what the eye is initially drawn to, our favourite part of this look is the hair. The twisted updo of mismatched braids adds a very visually-striking texture to her overall look without overwhelming the rest of the ensemble.
Brow believer

In case you didn’t know, Twigs is actually the hand behind most of her stage looks. Taking the ‘soap brow’ trend to new lengths, Twigs exaggerates her natural shape with the imperfect strokes of a brow pencil.
‘The Skrillex’ feat. baby bangs

We admit: This look is definitely more refined than the then-popular sidecut of the time. No shade—we love the way the defined curls of her microbangs frame her face, especially when paired with her classic, 50’s-esque makeup.
2016
Met Gala Magic

Dewy, vibrant skin got a metallic makeover at the 2016 Met Gala—here, Twigs adorns her face with a faux bridge piercing and decorative chains.
2017
The prodigal microbangs return

Though the grown-out blonde isn’t our favourite look, the (now-retired) philtrum piercing will always have a special place in our hearts.
Beauty in 3-D

Twigs takes winged eyeliner to the next dimension. Need we elaborate? 10/10.
2018

Pre-mullet

We love the way Twigs’ curls completely transform her layered shag. Throw in a pair of enviable brows and this pinky-perfect lip and you’ve struck gold.
Short, short, and shorter

Ever the hair chameleon, we love the short, middle-parted crop she sports in her Apple Home Pod campaign from 2018.
Piracy, but make it fashion

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Who knew eye patches could be so celestial? Between the chainmail headpiece over the microlocs, the bedazzled eye, and the high-gloss makeup, this look from the A$AP Rocky ‘Fukk Sleep’ video is yet another contender for the top ten.
2019

Regency-era euphoria

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Euphoria who? This pearl-encrusted look is, by far, our favourite to date. Why? Well, pearl-encrusted embellishments aside, the Regency-inspired hair toes the line between historically-accurate and delightfully modern. Just look at those tight, face-framing curls!
Mary Magdalene incarnate

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Conceptualised by Twigs’ trusted make up artist, Daniel Sallstrom, the singer sported this theatrical look inspired by The Red Shoes (1948) on her Magdalene tour in 2019.
The eyepatch gets a makeover

This pirate-chic look from the ‘home with you’ music video sees the singer return to the eye patch. This time, however, it’s sleeker; more futuristic. Paired with a fresh mop of curls and a striking gold-metallic lip, it’s one for the books.
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2020

Grammy goodness

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Fresh, fiery-red curls and a ’60s-inspired eye to match? Colour us intrigued.
’90s glam galore

Created by trusted celebrity makeup artist Bea Sweet, there is more than meets the eye in this simply-sweet makeup beat. Firstly, the graphic lip liner paired with the tendril-tastic ’90s pony (courtesy of hairstylist Rio Sreedharan) perfectly captures the essence of the beauty from the era.
More interestingly, the combination of the warm brown wash over the lids and cheeks mutes the intensity of the burgundy-blood red that lines her eyes and lips—overall, the look strikes the perfect balance between chic and unique.
RAWR, but make it 2020

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Twigs proves that dressing up isn’t just for Halloween—this kitty-glam look is perfect for your regular Tuesday after-work drinks (not).
Anime dream girl: The sequel

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Twigs sported these two looks in the music video for ‘Sum Bout U’ by 645AR. From vibrant, orange wigs to powder-blue and pink eye looks, we’re spoiled for choice on favourites.
Blonde bombshell

Of course, with the lockdown diaries of 2020, we were bound to see Twigs’ vibrant orange fade out. What we didn’t expect, however, was this delightfully peachy-keen blonde hue.
2021

The mullet trend train chugs on…

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Twigs keeps the blonde but switches up the style—it’s all business in the front, party in the back now.
The roaring ’20s—revisited

To welcome 2022, Twigs revisits the roaring ’20s with this flapper-inspired makeup look—with a modern twist.
Why would you do this… for me?

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Always looking to subvert, the singer left many speechless with this extra long metallic pedicure—all in all, it’s definitely not for the faint-hearted. Or for those with a thing against feet.
Shiny graphic liner

This fresh graphic eye is a reminder that sometimes, the best looks are the simplest ones. Paired with her signature lip and a fun half-updo, it’s a really gorgeous take.
Tears in the Club

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Finally, her makeup for her last single of 2021, ‘Tears in the Club ft The Weeknd’, epitomises sad girl chic—where streaky mascara and glittery tears are all the rage.
2022

The Caprisongs era

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2022 is off to a strong start, both with respects to Twigs’ beauty evolution and her music.
What do you think of FKA Twigs’ beauty evolution? Did we miss anything out?
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Michael Kors and Jimmy Choo go fur-free

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Michael Kors and Jimmy Choo go fur-free

16.12.2017
By Buro247

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While delivering a speech at a packed theatre at New York’s Metropolitan Museum of Art, Michael Kors was interrupted by over 20 protestors who took to the stage and balcony, while chanting and playing sounds of animals being killed for fur. Similarly, the brand’s runway shows and storefronts are no stranger to ruckus caused by PETA activists and animal rights supporters.
This changes in 2018. Moving forward, Michael Kors and Jimmy Choo—which Michael Kors Holdings Limited acquired in July 2017—will no longer use animal fur in their collections. “This decision marks a new chapter as our company continues to evolve its use of innovative materials,” announced John D. Idol, the company’s chairman and CEO.
“With the advances in faux fur and the introduction of other innovative materials, it’s becoming clear that there is simply no reason to continue using a product that causes so much pain and suffering,” said the president and CEO of the Humane Society of the United States, Wayne Pacelle. “If a company chooses to retain the look and feel of fur, it can do so without contributing to cruelty.” Designer Michael Kors agrees: “Due to technological advances in fabrications, we now have the ability to create a luxe aesthetic using non-animal fur. We will showcase these new techniques in our upcoming runway show in February.” Usage of fur will be phased out of production by the end of December 2018.
The commitment echoes the recent move by Gucci, who adopted an anti-fur policy last October; and places the company amongst like-minded labels such as Calvin Klein, Stella McCartney and Ralph Lauren.

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Dior Beauty’s biggest store in Malaysia is now open, Victoria Beckham debuts a clean beauty brand and more

15.09.2019
By Wei Yeen Loh

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Not much planned this long weekend? Check out Dior’s newly-reopened store in Mid Valley Megamall for an impressive range of decadents scents and fashion accessories, or perhaps Memo Paris’ wanderlusting perfumes at Robinsons Kuala Lumpur. We also covered the latest in celebrity beauty—the highly-anticipated Victoria Beckham Beauty range from the fashion icon (psst, the online store ships to Malaysia!), Selena Gomez’s new hairdo, and Marc Jacobs’ stunning backstage beauty looks earlier this week at NYFW.
In the meantime, don’t forget to power up your H2O levels and antioxidant skincare to protect your skin from the haze. All the beauty headlines below:
The biggest Christian Dior boutique in Malaysia is now open

Brace yourself for the biggest Dior Beauty store in Malaysia—now open for your beauty browsing needs, located at Ground Floor, Mid Valley Megamall. This Christian Dior boutique is the first in the region to combine the brand’s skincare, makeup and fragrance (Maison Christian Dior) ranges all in one space. While you’re at it, glean an olfactive experience with the new Spice Blend fragrance.
Also, don’t forget to check out Dior’s fashion accessories (from silk scarves to the prettiest of trinkets) here as well—the only Dior Beauty store in Malaysia that carries fashion accessories.
Christian Dior is located at G-040, Ground Floor, Mid Valley Megamall
French perfume house Memo Paris lands in Malaysia

If you enjoy fragrances that tell a story, drop by the newly-opened Memo Paris counter at Robinsons Kuala Lumpur, Shoppes at Four Seasons Place. Founded in 2007 by globe-trotting couple John and Clara Molloy, Memo Paris offers a luxe range of scents that are original yet evocative—inspired by far-flung destinations and the raw ingredients from each encounter.
Take your pick from four collections that come with intriguing stories, including Marfa, a tuberose-laden confection of orange blossom absolute, tuberose absolute and white musk; French Leather Rose for those who can’t resist a blooming bouquet; and the passionate Kedu—a combination of oil of grapefruit and sesame absolute.
Memo Paris is located at Ground Floor, Robinsons Kuala Lumpur, Shoppes at Four Seasons Place. Prices range from RM925–RM1,045 for EDP 75ml and RM145–RM2,070 for postcards, travel cases, candles and diffusers.
Victoria Beckham Beauty is now live

Couldn’t get enough of Victoria Beckham’s kajal eyeliners from her Estée Lauder collab collection a few years back? You’re in for a treat, because the inspiring entrepreneur and veritable style icon has just launched her namesake beauty label just this morning.
Victoria Beckham Beauty’s first products (all cruelty-free and “clean”, no less) stay true to the British fashion designer’s signature beauty look—Smoky Eye Brick in four different shades, each pressed in a brass compact for maximum product in the sleekest packaging, Lid Lustre eyeshadows for high-shine brilliance on the lids, and Satin Kajal Liner for blendable, smudge-friendly application to mimic Beckham’s own sooty peepers.
“When developing the makeup we said that we wanted to be incredibly inclusive. And that’s exactly what we’ve done…we wanted women to feel special everytime they pull out a compact from their bag. It really is about empowering women through fashion and beauty. It’s important to feel good about yourself because that radiates,” she said in a making-of video on Instagram.
You’d be glad to know that the online store ships internationally (yes, even to our shores) so wallets at the ready.
Lucy Boynton’s statement eyes strike again

Just last week, Lucy Boynton wowed us with her double crimson streaks around her enviable green eyes—a look that we’re not worthy of. But our new favourite makeup muse isn’t slowing down just yet. Makeup artist Jo Baker recently unveiled another BTS video of Boynton’s eye makeup—this time a “primary colour punch up” with hues of primary and pastel colours that bring a summer-ready gelato in mind. Copious amounts of mascara on her sky-high lashes were the finishing touches.
Kim Kardashian West shows off her sleek bob at NYFW

This isn’t the first time that the beauty mogul has pulled off this new chin-grazing ‘do. The mother of three rocked a sporty lob previously—albeit, only for a day before reverting to lengthy extensions—and repeated this look most recently at Serena Williams’ NFYW show for her debut label, S by Serena Williams.
Pat McGrath injects fun back into runway makeup looks at Marc Jacobs

Trust the queen of backstage makeup to come up with a unique look for each model at Marc Jacobs. Just this Wednesday, models at the show walked the runway in different looks tailored to their personality “ranging from a smokey eye, to a bedazzled feature, to a healthy glow.” The inspiration was an interpretation of real life—with individual makeup looks inspired by both the past and present.
Our favourite looks? This sparkling, crystal-studded green eye makeup and a romantic pink eyeshadow look, coupled with a dusting of gold glitter. We stan.
Selena Gomez’s new hairdo is making us want to get curly lobs

If we had to choose a favourite fall-ready hairdo from a celeb right now, it’d be Selena Gomez’s fresh lob in shades of subtle gradient hues inspired by the season. Sporting new curls that frame her face beautifully, Gomez’s new caramel honey highlights look utterly chic on her skintone.

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7 Things to do in KL this weekend during RMCO: 11 & 12 July 2020

08.07.2020
By Marissa Chin

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7 Things to do in the Klang Valley this weekend: 15 & 16 July 2023

1. Dive into decadent chocolate indulgence at Mandarin Oriental Kuala Lumpur

Get your chocolate fix this World Chocolate Day at Mandarin Oriental KL as they treat customers to a variety of carefully crafted sweet chocolate treats from 7 to 19 July. From rich chocolate fondue for dine-in customers, and crumbly chocolate cookies as well as rich brownies for delivery, there is something for every chocolate lover out there. The best part? The beans are locally sourced from cacao farms run by indigenous farmers in Pahang for the ultimate bean-to-bar experience.
Customers can enjoy a 20 per cent discount on their next purchase when they spend a minimum of RM150 for any chocolate products. You can purchase them in-store or online.
2. Tune in to Nuseir Yassin’s brand new podcast on Spotify

Love #nasdaily? Nuseir Yassin’s passion, curiosity, and humor is now on Spotify in a new Original podcast, “Nas Talks.” Hear the announcement from the creator himself. pic.twitter.com/gtgtwOCGoS
— Spotify Singapore (@SpotifySG) July 8, 2020

If you’re a fan of Nas Daily’s punchy one-minute videos, then, according to Nas (full name Nuseri Yassin), you will love his podcast. In his first foray to long-form content, he will be able to delve deeper into topics and issues that deserve its time in his 45-minute episodes. The series is aptly titled ‘Nas Talks’.
Listen to the first episode here.
3. Tap into your creative side by signing up for a comic drawing workshop

Everyone is a fan of funny comics so why not draw one of your own? Organised by Singapore’s creative organisation, Art House Limited, poet and graphic artist Gwee Li Sui will guide you on how to express humour through art, developing your own style and drawing silly characters all afternoon. All are welcome… even if you only know how to draw a stickman.
For more information, visit this website.
4. Try out some creative Hennessy-style concoctions

During the global pandemic, Hennessy stood in solidarity with 1,000 chosen bartenders around the world by granting cash incentives to stay creative during the lockdown. Now, these 15 bartenders are returning the favour by creating original cocktails using two of Hennessy’s iconic offerings: Hennessy V.S and Hennessy V.S.O.P Privilège.
To try these unique takes of a Hennessy classic, head to any of these outlets:
The Pawn Room, Arena Bar, T15 Bar, The Locker & Loft, OHM Club, Dissolved Solids, Skullduggery, Cabinet 8, Skillet 163 and The Vault KL.
5. Attend an empowering female-focused festival

Celebrate all things women and their experiences in Festival du Féminin on 11 and 12 July at Impiana KLCC Hotel. While this festival originated in France, the event has grown and spawned in many countries all over the world, including Malaysia. For its third run, there will be an array of interactive workshops (each running for an hour and 15 minutes) by female professionals from all walks of life including coaches, writers, lecturers, therapists and the like.
For more information, visit this website.
6. Treat yourself to Favola’s new menu at Le Méridien Kuala Lumpur

The wait is over—after months of closure, the ever-so-popular Italian restaurant has reopened with a menu offering the restaurant’s signature dishes and set meals for lunch and dinner which you can enjoy until 31 July.
The set lunch menu includes homemade gnocchi in creamy tomato sauce; grilled eggplant carpacciata with tuna mayo cream, confit tomatoes and capers; chicken caciattora with mashed potatoes, and many more. Alternatively, the dinner set comprises of Spaghetti alle Vongole with aglio e olio, clams, pepperoncini and clams; Sardinian Malloreddus in an 8-hour braised lamb sauce and more.
For the full menu, visit this website.
7. Watch a new show or movie from this month’s TV guide

If you don’t feel like going out this weekend and want a chill night in, how about hitting some binge-worthy couch fodder to spend your time? The newest film to premiere on Netflix this weekend is a heart-pumping action film about a group of mercenaries (led by Charlize Theron) with the mysterious ability to evade death.
For the full list of must-watch films and TV shows this July, click here.
For last week’s weekend guide, click here.

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7 Classic horror movies to binge watch this Halloween
Stay in this Halloween

28.10.2016
By Su Fen Tan

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The Exorcist (1973)
IMDB: 8.0, Rotten Tomatoes: 87%
Speaking of crawls, besides a barrage of nominations and two Academy Award wins, this iconic film on demonic possession takes the prize for most memorable gravity defying stunts. Beware of disfigured little girl crawling on the ceiling.

Rosemary’s Baby (1968)
IMDB: 8.0, Rotten Tomatoes: 99%
Yes, starting a family is a nerve-racking thought, it’s sometimes even frightening. Especially if you’re Rosemary and the baby you’re carrying may not be from the guy you were married to or (SPOILER WARNING!) any ‘Guy’ at all.

The Shining (1980)
IMDB: 8.4, Rotten Tomatoes: 88%
Arguably less ghostly than the other flicks on the list, The Shining documents familial dysfunction like no other when an evil presence drives the father into a murderous rampage. Thank goodness for the psychic son, child services and the cops would have taken too long.

Psycho (1960)
IMDB: 8.5, Rotten Tomatoes: 96%
Hitchcock’s critically acclaimed contribution that kicked off silver screen slashers, Psycho teaches us two things: First, embezzlement has dire consequences even if the stolen ‘will be returned’ and number two, never trust a mama’s boy.

A Nightmare On Elm Street (1984)
IMDB: 7.5, Rotten Tomatoes: 94%
As far as slasher films go, the cult following of Freddy Krueger – the grotesque villain with claws to rival Wolverine – is hard to beat. He only attacks in your sleep, so snooze at your own risk and don’t you dare fall Depp deep asleep.

The Evil Dead (1981)
IMDB: 7.6, Rotten Tomatoes: 95%
When zombies were actually evil and not just messed up by a dangerous viral outbreak. Also, cabins in the woods are never a good idea. We’d pick chalet by the beach, always. Then again, there are those pesky sharks and killer fish. Never mind, just stay home.

Poltergeist (1982)
IMDB: 7.4, Rotten Tomatoes: 88%
Okay, don’t stay home. Quoting IMDB, “Poltergeist: A family’s home is haunted by a host of ghosts.” P.S. Listen to mum, don’t sit too close to the TV screen.

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These documentaries will change the way you look at food
Food and us

20.10.2017
By Su Fen Tan

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Food, Inc. (2008)

This Academy Award-nominated film by Robert Kenner will probably change the way we, or at least a lot of us, mindlessly take in food without thinking about how or where they come from. It examines America’s deeply unsustainable food system which is designed to grow everything “faster, fatter, bigger, cheaper”, and its impacts on our health and environment.

Super Size Me (2004)

To prove the damaging effects of fast food on our health, Morgan Spurlock went on a 30-day McDonald’s-only challenge, plus whenever he was asked if he wants to “super size it”, he must say “yes”. Needless to say, his health began to plummet within the month, with doctors advising him to quit the extreme diet before it does permanent damage. While Spurlock did go to the extreme in this documentary, it doesn’t take that many Happy Meals to do the damage. Fact: you get 10 grams of saturated fat from a sausage and egg McMuffin—that’s 50 percent of your daily recommendation, and 39 percent of your daily sodium intake.

Hungry for Change (2012)

In its mission to change the way you look at food, this documentary uncovers some of commercial food production and the industry’s little known facts, and debunks common diet and weight loss myths. It also features those who have transformed their own lives with a more natural approach to food. If you are reliant on processed foods, a complete diet change overnight might not be possible, but we’d say take everything in moderation, see how your body reacts and go from there.

That Sugar Film (2015)

With a premise similar to Super Size Me, filmmaker Damon Gameau set out to show that eating too much sugar—40 teaspoons a day—for two months will have devastating effects on the body. But unlike Spurlock, Gameau actually opted for foods that are usually marketed as being healthy, think granola bars, cereal and low-fat yogurt. He kept the same daily calorie count from before. Just 18 days into the project, he developed fatty liver disease. What else did the sugar spur? Watch and find out.

Fat, Sick and Nearly Dead (2010)

Before the filming of the documentary, Joe Cross was 100 pounds overweight with an autoimmune disease and a body full of steroids. Follow his journey as he attempts to lose weight, offset the effects of an unhealthy diet and regain his health by going on a fruits and vegetables juice-only fast, all while going on a 60-day road trip across the country.

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The connection between urban lifestyle and skin health — what YSL Beauty wants you to know

02.03.2020
By Gwen Ong

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There comes a time, at least once in your life, that you’d be pinching yourself as you step onto a foreign land which exudes a mystical charm. The air is peppered with a heady mix of spicy and woody scent, the light shines with warm vibrancy and the view as breathtaking as you imagine it would be. That must have been what greeted and charmed Yves Saint Laurent the first time he visited Morocco in the 60s with his long-term partner Pierre Bergé. And that is exactly what I was drawn to when I found myself in the heartland of Marrakech at the invitation of YSL Beauty.

YSL’s affinity with Morocco is a tale as old as time. We were flown in to learn of its heritage and experience the new YSL Beauty Pure Shots. Its latest skincare collection was developed to help modern women tackle skin issues of a fast-paced lifestyle. Quite apt for yours truly who have travelled halfway across the world and thrust into a number of educational and fun activities. As they say, no rest for the wicked! I couldn’t have been more intrigued about the revelation and find the correlation between urban living and the state of our skin.

YSL Beauty Pure Shots collection
The research
The Pure Shots range encompasses four types of serum, an essence-in-lotion and a face cream. Each has been formulated with the best ingredients that the Moroccan plain has to offer supported by the brand’s scientific expertise in the area of precision medicine.
“The Pure Shots range is our avant-garde approach to skincare, where we find ways to treat and prevent certain skin issues based on an individual’s environment and way of life,” explained Caroline Negre, the Scientific Director at YSL Beauty. “So we’re not purely just focusing on the skin but also the lifestyle.” What she’s referring to is the game-changing discovery that was made through the brand’s research—urban lifestyle speeds up skin ageing by up to a whopping 30 percent! Yikes!

If you have been living in denial, all those hard days at work (or party) and bingeing do take a toll. According to Dr Frederic Flament, YSL Beauty’s Urban Skin Scientist, studies have long found that urban conditions such as UV rays, outdoor activities and pollution are the main culprit of skin ageing. That’s not new but what’s alarming is how early the deterioration starts. “Even young women, between 20 and 30 years old, see a clear change in skin quality in terms of dullness, fatigue and an uneven skin tone at the end of a busy day in the city,” he said.
Other factors like stress, long daily commute, hectic social life, diet, smoking, alcohol and more also contribute to the skin’s ageing process. Yes, your lifestyle affects the way your skin cells regenerate. Hence, you’re prone to: wrinkles, flawed skin texture, sagging and drooping upper eyelid, pigmentation and visible veins.
From its research, YSL Beauty found that overworked urban skin is characterised by two imbalances—i) those of the epidermal cells responsible for skin renewal and ii) those of the skin’s essential elements such as Vitamins C, E and B, aminoacids, peptides, hyaluronic acid and ATP (the skin cell’s energy). Thus, as you live a fast-paced lifestyle your skin experiences these biological imbalances that can accelerate skin ageing by up to 30 percent.
TLDR: The main takeaway is that it’s really not just about the health of your skin but also how well you’re living your life.
The garden of inspiration
Based on its findings, the team at YSL Beauty got to work by combining nature and science to help replenish the skin’s essential elements and correct the damages of an urban lifestyle. The inspiration of course was found right at YSL’s very own Ourika Gardens in Marrakech where they were able to monitor the plants and harvest the powerful active ingredients that will benefit the skin.

“The YSL Beauty potent botanicals come from Morocco—we grow these ingredients in the Ourika Valley close to the Atlas Mountains. This location means the plants grow in a harsh climate—they are exposed to extreme temperatures, but this only makes them more powerful, and enhances their special properties beneficial to the skin,” Negre shared.
“We apply a unique and eco-friendly extraction process to obtain a pure extract with very concentrated ingredients. It is a slow and cold process that uses less energy and less water to obtain the botanical sap, thereby protecting the environment. Using this process, we extract all the potent and effective molecules from the ingredients and transform them into a pure, concentrated extract with potent, highly effective botanical active ingredients.”

The Ourika Gardens are truly a sight to behold. We visited the fields one misty morning to see local women toiling away harvesting the crops. Here, we also got to witness how talented landscape artists, botanists and experts have transformed the plots of land into a flourishing botanical garden that produces plants used in YSL Beauty makeup, fragrance and skincare. Some of its signature ingredients were sourced from here including the moonlight cactus, Barbary fig, iris root, marshmallow flower and orange blossom for the Pure Shots range.
The Pure Shots collection
Through a careful selection of potent active ingredients, YSL Beauty has been able to harness the goodness and power of each botanical’s most vital component into the Pure Shots products:

Swipe through the gallery and discover more about the Pure Shots collection in detail below:
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YSL Beauty Pure Shots skincare collection is now in store. Price starts from RM250 for the Essence-in-Lotion, RM307 for the serums and RM384 for the Perfect Plumper Cream. Get more info here.

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Francisco Costa and Italo Zucchelli to exit Calvin Klein
A new chapter

20.04.2016
By Wei Yeen Loh

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After more than a decade at Calvin Klein Collection, creative directors for womenswear and menswear Francisco Costa and Italo Zucchelli are exiting the company as part of its new global creative strategy to unify all the Calvin Klein brands under one creative vision.

“This creative strategy marks the beginning of another significant chapter in Calvin Klein’s brand legacy since Mr. Klein’s retirement,” says chief executive Steve Shiffman. “I would like to thank Francisco and Italo for their unwavering commitment to the Calvin Klein brand and their accomplishments over the past decade. They have both contributed immensely to making Calvin Klein a global leader in the fashion industry, and they have done so with dedication, focus and creativity.”

While the rumour mill is putting Raf Simons as frontrunner, any likely appointment for the former Dior creative director will wait until August as a binding agreement states that Simons will only be able to join another company after the agreement expires in July, according to WWD. Calvin Klein Collection has stated that the company’s in-house design teams will be at the helm of each line for now, and sales and press presentations for SS17 collections will replace the men’s and women’s shows this June and September.

Costa joined Calvin Klein Collection in 2001 after working as a design assistant for Tom Ford under Gucci. He then became the women’s director in 2003 when the company’s founder and former creative director Calvin Klein retired. Zucchelli previously was at Jil Sander’s menswear before he joined as creative director of menswear at Calvin Klein in 2004.

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24.03.2020
By Joan Kong

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Malaysians, Prime Minister Muhyiddin Yassin has announced his Cabinet members

09.03.2020
By Ronn Tan

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After a week of confusion, Muhyiddin Yassin was announced as the new Prime Minister of Malaysia on 1 March 2020. Officially the eighth person to fill the position, he took over from the former and seventh Prime Minister Dr. Mahathir Mohamad. The next big question was who will fill the new Cabinet of Malaysia. Finally, this morning, the Prime Minister’s Office released a Media Statement regarding his intention to present his list of recommended members to the Yang di-Pertuan Agong at the Istana Negara (National Palace).
ICYMI: (i) The new Attorney-General (AG) is Idris Harun (appointed on a two-year contract) and (ii) Latheefa Koya has been succeeded by Azam Baki as the new head of the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC).
The new Cabinet members, as revealed by Prime Minister Muhyiddin Yassin in Putrajaya today, are:
Prime Minister
YAB Tan Sri Dato’ Haji Muhyiddin Bin Haji Mohd. Yassin
Ministry of Finance
Minister: YM Tengku Dato’ Sri Zafrul Tengku Abdul Aziz (Senator)
First Deputy: YB Datuk Abd. Rahim Bin Bakeri
Second Deputy: YB Mohd Shahar Bin Abdullah
Ministry of Defence
Minister: YB Dato’ Sri Ismail Sabri Bin Yaakob
Deputy: YB Dato’ Sri Ikhmal Hisham Bin Abdul Aziz
Ministry of Works
Minister: YB Dato’ Sri Haji Fadillah Yusof
Deputy: YB Datuk Dr Shahruddin Bin Md Salleh
Ministry of International Trade and Industry
Minister: YB Dato’ Seri Mohamed Azmin Ali
Deputy: Datuk Lim Ban Hong (Senator)
Ministry of Education
Minister: YB Dr Mohd Radzi Md Jidin
First Deputy: Dato’ Dr Mah Hang Soon (Senator)
Second Deputy: YB Muslimin Bin Yahaya
Prime Minister’s Department of Malaysia (Economy)
Minister: YB Dato’ Sri Mustapa bin Mohamed
Deputy: YB Arthur Joseph Kurup
Prime Minister’s Department of Malaysia (Special Functions)
Minister: YB Dato’ Seri Mohd Redzuan Md Yusof
Deputy: YB Datin Mastura Binti Yazid
Prime Minister’s Department of Malaysia (Law)
Minister: YB Dato’ Takiyuddin Bin Hassan
Deputy: YB Dato’ Eddin Syazlee Shith
Prime Minister’s Department of Malaysia (Islamic Affairs)
Minister: YB Dato’ Seri Dr. Hj Zulkifli Mohamad Al-Bakri (Senator)
Deputy: YB Ahmad Marzuk Bin Shaary
Prime Minister’s Department of Malaysia (Sabah and Sarawak Affairs)
Minister: YB Datuk Seri Panglima Dr. Maximus Johnity Ongkili
Deputy: YB Dato’ Hajah Hanifah Hajar Taib
Ministry of Transport
Minister: YB Datuk Seri Ir. Dr. Wee Ka Siong
Deputy: YB Haji Hasbi Bin Haji Habibollah
Ministry of Environment
Minister: YB Dato’ Tuan Ibrahim Bin Tuan Man
Deputy: Dato’ Dr Ahmad Masrizal Muhammad (Senator)
Ministry of Human Resources
Minister: YB Datuk Seri Saravanan A/L Murugan
Deputy: YB Haji Awang Bin Hashim
Ministry of Federal Territories
Minister: YB Tan Sri Datuk Seri Panglima Haji Annuar Bin Musa
Deputy: YB Dato’ Sri Dr Santhara Kumar
Ministry of Women and Family
Minister: YB Datuk Seri Rina Binti Mohd Harun
Deputy: YB Dato’ Hajah Siti Zailah Binti Mohd Yusoff
Ministry of Higher Education
Minister: YB Dato’ Dr Noraini Binti Ahmad
Deputy: YB Dato’ Dr Mansor Bin Othman
Ministry of Energy and Natural Resources
Minister: YB Dato’ Dr Shamsul Anuar Hj Nasarah
Deputy: YB Ali Anak Biju
Ministry of Communications and Multimedia
Minister: YB Dato’ Seri Saifuddin bin Abdullah
Deputy: YB Datuk Zahidi Bin Zainul Abidin
Minister of Housing and Local Government
Minister: YB Hajah Zuraida Kamaruddin
Deputy: YB Dato’ Sri Ismail Bin Abd Mutalib
Ministry of Science, Technology, and Innovation
Minister: YB Khairy Jamaluddin
Deputy: YB Ahmad Amzad Bin Hashim
Ministry of Entrepreneur Development and Cooperatives
Minister: YB Dato’ Sri Dr Hj Wan Junaidi bin Tuanku Jaafar
Deputy: YB Datuk Wira Mas Ermieyati Binti Hj Samsudin
Ministry of Home Affairs
Minister: YB Datuk Seri Hamzah Bin Zainuddin
First Deputy: YB Dato’ Sri Dr Haji Ismail Bin Haji Mohamed Said
Second Deputy: YB Jonathan Yassin
Ministry of Health
Minister: YB Dato’ Sri Dr Adham bin Baba
First Deputy: YB Dato’ Dr Noor Azmi bin Ghazali
Second Deputy: YB Datuk Aaron Ago Dagang
Ministry of Agriculture and Agro-based Industries
Minister: YB Datuk Seri Dr Ronald Kiandee
First Deputy: YB Datuk Seri Hj Ahmad Bin Hamzah
Second Deputy: YB Dato’ Haji Che Abdullah Bin Mat Nawi
Ministry of Rural Development
Minister: YB Datuk Dr Hj Abd Latiff Bin Hj Ahmad
First Deputy: YB Dato’ Abdul Rahman Bin Mohamad
Second Deputy: YB Dato’ Henry Sum Agong
Ministry of Foreign Affairs
Minister: YB Dato’ Seri Hishammuddin bin Tun Hussein
Deputy: YB Dato’ Kamaruddin Jaffar
Ministry of Domestic Trade and Consumer Affairs
Minister: YB Datuk Alexander Nanta Linggi
Deputy: YB Dato’ Rosol Bin Wahid
Ministry of Primary Industries
Minister: YB Dato’ Dr Mohd Khairuddin Bin Aman Razali
First Deputy: YB Dato’ Sri Dr Wee Jeck Seng
Second Deputy: YB Willie anak Mongin
Ministry of Tourism, Arts and Culture
Minister: YB Dato’ Sri Hajah Nancy Binti Shukri
Deputy: YB Datuk Dr. Jeffrey G. Kitingan
Ministry of National Unity
Minister: YB Datuk Halimah Binti Mohamed Sadique
Deputy: YB Dato’ Sri Tiong King Sing
Ministry of Youth and Sports
Minister: YB Dato’ Sri Reezal Merican Bin Naina Merican
Deputy: Wan Ahmad Fayhsal Bin Wan Ahmad Kamal
Spot something? Or rather the lack of a certain position? Yes, there is no Deputy Prime Minister. According to Muhyiddin: “With the senior ministers, there is no need to appoint a deputy prime minister for the time being”. Senior members include Mohamed Azmin Ali (International Trade and Industry), Ismail Sabri Yaakob (Defence), Fadillah Yusof (Works), and Mohd Radzi Md Jidin (Education).
In addition, CIMB CEO Tengku Zafrul is appointed senator to helm the Finance Ministry portfolio. Another thing to note is that there is a total of nine women in the new Cabinet (same as the previous Cabinet). Fun fact: This is the largest cabinet to date, with 31 ministers and 38 deputies.
The swearing in ceremony for all the members will take place on 10 March 2020 with the presence of the King at 3pm in Putrajaya.

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Midpoint review of ‘Record of Youth’: Here’s why you should keep watching

30.09.2020
By Ronn Tan

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Oh, how time flies! It seems like it was only yesterday when the first episode of the drama premiered on 7 September. Now, eight episodes have aired and we’re officially halfway through Record of Youth. Throughout the past few episodes, viewers were treated to top-notch visuals (just look at the leads) and a welcoming storyline that encompasses a variety of themes.

In the review of Episode One, we were introduced to the main characters—Sa Hye Joon (Park Bo Gum), Ahn Jung Ha (Park So Dam), and Won Hae Hyo (Byun Woo Seok). We saw the possible influence of class and wealth on a person’s life and career. This is a theme that is highlighted over and over again throughout the next few episodes, especially with Kim Yi Young (Hae Hyo’s mother).

While Record of Youth‘s lightheartedness remains since the first episode, there were a plethora of memorable sombre moments. It took some time before Hye Joon secured acting jobs (with the help of manager Lee Min Jae). During his quest to make it as a successful actor, he experienced a myriad of setbacks and disappointments—including that time he didn’t get the role he wanted. Fortunately for him, he was hired for Gateway, a popular medical drama that involves a Seo Hyun Jin cameo.

His relationship with Jung Ha also blossomed rather quickly—a clear reminder of how shared experiences can connect people. As for Jung Ha herself, her promotion did not change how she’s treated at work. In fact, Jin Joo still treats her badly out of jealousy (mostly). However, she does her best regardless of the challenges that come her way.

Although Hae Hyo’s career has always been positive and bright, it is his apparent feelings for Jung Ha that could affect things for him, especially with Hye Joon. Will there be a love triangle in the next half of Record of Youth? We’ll have to keep watching to find out.

All in all, it’s an enjoyable drama so far—with passion for success and love as well as bond between families being the main themes. Although there isn’t anything super exciting or intense yet, Record of Youth is still worth watching if you’re into something relaxing and relatable. Furthermore, this is also Park Bo Gum’s last project before military. To up the ante, it’s filled with amazing outfits and eye candies (well, amazing outfits on eye candies); as well as brilliant performances from the cast.

No, this isn’t Love In The Moonlight or Parasite—but you will be able to notice improvements from one episode to the next. Thus, keeping viewers hooked until the end. Oh, Park Seo Joon is also slated to appear in Episode Nine! That’s one thing to look forward to. What are your thoughts on Record of Youth so far?
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Beauty buzz: Estée Lauder launches a serum into space (no joke), Lush opens a new store in Penang, and more

27.09.2020
By Redzhanna Jazmin

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This month has been a wild one, though you may have gathered that from the title of this article. We’ve got an array of headlines collated, from your bog-standard spokesperson announcements to all the limited-edition releases your heart can take and more. Play catch-up below!

Estée Lauder takes ‘brand launches’ a little too literally

Houston—we have a problem. It appears that there is a bottle of Estée Lauder’s Advanced Night Repair Synchronised Multi-Recovery Complex en route to… the moon?
In a strange turn of events, astronauts are about to get treated to some really nice skincare—the serum is headed to space on 29 September and due to arrive in the ol’ abyss on 3 October.
Why? To support NASA, of course. The international space station is shooting a giant skincare ad for the beauty giant, with the help of real astronauts. One thing’s for sure; the ‘grams that are bound to come out of this are sure to be awesome.
Stéphane de La Faverie, group president at the Estée Lauder Companies and global brand president at Estée Lauder stated: “We are thrilled to reinforce our leadership once again as the first beauty brand to go into space. NASA is at the forefront of space exploration, and as a leader in skincare innovation, Estée Lauder is proud to support the incredible work NASA is doing to promote a space economy by being the second-ever commercial product to launch.”
The question to ask here is: “Why not?”

Burberry Beauty announces Song Wei Long as its newest Chinese makeup ambassador

The Chinese actor is famous for his roles in films like Demon Girl II, Catman, and Long For You, but his latest role is far from the big screen. Expect to see Song Wei Long in all of Burberry’s upcoming makeup launches—that’s where he’ll be starring next!
On his new role, Song says “I am honoured to be the new Ambassador for Burberry Make-Up. Burberry Beauty is a celebration of classic eccentricity that is uniquely British. It represents the confident, bold, classic, and edgy woman.”

Hermѐs presents its second-ever Rouge Hermѐs Limited Edition Collection

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The highly-anticipated Autumn/Winter 2020 collection contains three lipsticks lacquered in beautiful palettes evoking light and shade, and inspired by the works of fine artists such as Charles Sheeler, John Register and Arduino Cantàfora and Jean Hélion. The lipstick shades are designed to transition perfectly through the seasons; although we never see much more than summer and monsoon in Malaysia, we’ll never turn down pretty lipsticks!
Find the collection exclusively at Parkson Elite Pavilion now.

La Prairie’s latest art and culture initiative is a collaboration with the Piet Mondrian Conservation Project

La Prairie has had a longstanding relationship with the arts, from the iconic cobalt blue hue that decks its bottles—courtesy of French-American artist Niki de Saint Phalle—to the brand’s annual collaborations with world-renowned art fairs including Art Basel in Miami and Hong Kong.
This year, the luxury Swiss skincare brand has teamed up with The Fondation Beyeler, one of the most esteemed museums of modern art in Switzerland—best known for carrying the most comprehensive collections of Piet Mondrian paintings in the country, from his early works to his career-defining masterpieces. Under the patronage of La Prairie, the museum will be launching a two-year Piet Mondrian research and conservation project which will allow the group to continue their work and protect their collections.
According to Greg Prodromides, Chief Marketing Officer of La Prairie, “With this new initiative, La Prairie expands its cultural engagement exemplifying our long-term commitment to the world of art and culture while contributing to elevating our meaning. With Fondation Beyeler, we have common values and the purpose to share art from Switzerland to the world. Bringing La Prairie’s support to a project dedicated to preserving iconic works of art from the passing of time gives even more meaning to this collaboration.”
Find out more about the project in the art journal.

Celebrate Laneige’s 26th birthday with Walter and Friends

The brand has been behind cult-favourite beauty products such as the BB Cushion Foundation, the Lip Sleeping Mask, the Water Sleeping Mask and more. When it comes to the leaders in hydration, Laneige is the first to look to and has been for the last 26 years.
Now, to celebrate their birthday this year, they’ve introduced Walter and Friends, five cutesy mascots that adorn their brand new, limited-edition releases. Head to any Laneige boutique or counter and get yourself a 100ml jumbo-sized Water Sleeping Mask with the mascots on the cover at RM160, as well as some complimentary stickers. Plus, if you spend RM680 on any normal-price Laneige beauty products, you could get a cute Laneige Mini Fridge (trust us—it’s very cute).

Lush is opening a new branch in Penang’s Gurney Paragon Mall

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The Lush family is growing, and their newest store is the third branch in Penang. What sets it apart? Well, their concept displays to start: When you step into the brand new branch, you can expect to see their fresh face mask counter—a display inspired by your classic sandwich delis, only this time you’re met with the brand’s many wonderful face masks instead of lettuce and tomatoes. Further, the Lush Spa experience will be a little more shop wide—any customers of Lush Gurney Paragon will be offered slate consultations filled with product demonstrations.
If you’re environmentally conscious, you can now get your favourite Lush cosmetics free of plastic packaging! Instead of scanning your labels for more information, you can use the #LushLabs app to scan your naked products directly.
The new store opens on Thursday, 29 October 2020 at 10am. Be one of the first 100 people to spend and you might just score yourself a free tote bag!

Caudalie celebrates 15 years of their Vinoperfect Radiance Serum Complexion Correcting

Meant to brighten the complexion and reduce dark spots from acne, pregnancy and sun pigmentation, this Vitamin C-rich serum packs a punch with orange tree, watermelon and mint to supplement it. With one bottle sold every 30 seconds, you can only assume that this cult-favourite serum lives up to the hype. However, just to be sure, we tested it out to see how it would fare—here’s what happened:
“I was excited to try this out as I am already such a fan of Caudalie’s products, having used their Vinopure Skin Perfecting Serum before. The serum is a milky colour with a thin consistency, and applies nicely across the face. I have a few blemishes and scars from a recent breakout (damn you, maskne), so I was hoping that this serum could resolve some of my skin issues.
“I’ve used this serum every day, morning and night, for the past week: So far, it’s difficult to tell if it’s making a huge difference just yet—my skin is red as a beet on the regular—but I can definitely see a few of the obvious marks fading out with just a couple of days.”—Redzhanna Jazmin, Editorial Assistant

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7 Best spots for a clean shave or fade in the Klang Valley
Grooming for gents

01.12.2016
By Buro247

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1) Truefitt & Hill

Founded in 1805 and the Guiness World Records holder for the oldest barbershop in the world, the renowned British company has brought their grooming service for men in all its distinguished finery to our shores with five stores within the Klang Valley.
Locations: Suria KLCC, Bangsar Shopping Centre, Great Eastern Mall, JW Marriot, and the Majestic Hotel
Website: Truefitt & Hill

2) Gentlemen’s Tonic

Another place that hails from Great Britain, Gentleman’s Tonic prides itself in being a luxury establishment that exclusively caters to the lifestyle and primping needs of gentlemen—offering a restorative respite from the daily grind.
Location: Solaris Dutamas
Website: Gentlemen’s Tonic

3) The Oven Cuttery

A passion project of Kevin Tan—musician, barber, entreprenuer and creator of his own brand of locally produced pomade, Mentega—The Oven Cuttery is a barbershop for the discerning chap looking for a fresh cut or some facial hair maintenance with hot towel service.
Location: Within Battery Acid Club at Damansara Utama
Website: The Oven Cuttery

4) VVIP Barbershop

It’s all in the name. With its dark panelling and moody ambience, the fourth spot on our list dubs itself a barbershop and gentlemen’s social club; both in promise to serve each and every client as a VVIP.
Location: Subang Jaya
Website: VVIP Barbershop

5) Joe’s Barbershop

With nine locations nationwide, Joe’s is no newbie to the barbering scene. Founded by local hip-hop star, Joe Flizzow and celebrity barber, Damis, the shop aims to combine a warm, friendly environment with skilled precision from their well-equipped barbers.
Locations: Subang, TTDI, Shah Alam, Wangsa Maju, Ampang
Website: Joe’s Barbershop

6) The Barber’s Lounge

The Barber’s Lounge prides themselves in bringing back old-school values and an unflinching commitment to quality. With laidback classic barbershop interiors and a comfortable waiting area, patrons are welcomed to relax and lounge while waiting in line. Most importantly, their mission: “to keep you handsome.”
Location: Desa Seri Hartamas
Website: The Barber’s Lounge

7) Huuk Barbershop

Newly opened in the heart of Kuala Lumpur, cuts, shaves, hot towels and pomades are now all readily available at Huuk’s Barbershop at Pavilion. Complete with plush salon chairs, dark wood fittings, brick walls, tiled floors and the unmistakable swirling barber’s pole on the outside, visit for a wash of nostalgia and a classic cut on the side.
Location: Pavilion KL
Website: Huuk Barbershop

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4 Eco-friendly razors for a sustainable shaving routine

25.04.2020
By Redzhanna Jazmin

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How your choice of razor can help you get the cleanest shave

Plastic razors are probably the most wasteful product in your bathroom spread. According to the EPA, around 2 billion non-biodegradable disposable razors are thrown into landfill every year—accounting for the top 10 plastic products in the world polluting our environment. Sure, it’s easy to argue that the reason why disposable razors are so ubiquitous is because they are the cheaper and more convenient option for grooming.
However, while it may appear so, the reality is that disposable razors cost much more when you take into account how quickly they dull and how often they require replacing. Basically, you end up spending far more on replacement cartridges and refills than you would simply investing in any of these other options.
So, if you’re interested in saving the planet and getting a closer shave while you’re at it, here are our four picks for the best eco-friendly alternatives to your disposable razor.
Electric razors

Pros: This option is the easiest alternative—it’s quick and easy, works well wet or dry, and more or less does the job.
Cons: The only thing is that it may be a little on the fiddly side as the head of the shaver may not be able to get into the nooks and crannies of your face (butt-chinned fellas know the struggle).
Either way, if you’re keen on a convenient as-and-when-needed shave, this Braun electric razor will be a most suitable friend.
Safety razors

Pros: Your grandpa (or neighbourhood hipster) was onto something—the old-timey safety razor gets you a much closer shave, and replacement blades cost pennies compared to replacement cartridges.
Cons: Like any other worthwhile item, it’s an investment—the hefty upfront payment is hard on your wallet in the moment, but will save you many big bucks in the long run. (This one by Truefitt and Hill is a particularly stellar specimen.)
You’ll need to learn proper technique and get that sorted, to avoid nicks and cuts but other than that it’s easy as pecan pie! Here’s a guide to shaving with a safety razor below:

Straight-edge razor

Pros: Dovo is one or the most revered brands on the market and they have a generous array of options for straight razors—perfect for if you’d like to go proper old-school (or if you’d just like to feel like a regular Sweeny Todd). The straight razor has the longest life and the closest of shaves…
Cons: … but also the highest risk of danger (which makes it sexy). It definitely requires a lot of technique and getting used to and the blade needs to be sharpened and stropped from time to time, but other than that it’s relatively easy to maintain and use.
Luckily, we live in the age of YouTube so there are lots of tutorials to get you on your way:

Recycled razors

Pros: Bulldog, among many other brands, has released a more eco-friendly, plastic free version of your disposable razor. If you simply can’t ditch the convenience of a disposable razor, at least the bamboo handle on Bulldog’s alternative helps reduce plastic waste while maintaining the benefits of its plastic counterpart.
So there you have it—four sustainable (and, arguably, better) alternatives for your disposable razor. Are you going to give them a go?

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Jennifer Lawrence shines a light on Dior’s trailblazing lipstick
Don’t be shy, now

06.08.2015
By Renyi Lim

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Few lipsticks are as iconic as Dior Addict Lipstick – it’s graced the lips of many a stylish woman since 2001, radiating bold, shining colours and serving as a sophisticated symbol of feminine versatility. With characteristic creativity, as one might expect from the House of Dior’s pioneering spirit, their much-celebrated lipstick has been reinvented to bring a futuristic level of shine to the forefront, delivering maximum impact and bold, boundless vibrancy.

As the first lipstick to feature an integrated ‘gel effect’ top coat, its soft hydra-gel core is infused through the entire stick to ensure that it remains incredibly shiny and ultra-moisturising. In essence, you won’t be wearing Dior Addict Lipstick so much as applying a second skin to your lips. (There’s extra fun to be had, too: Dior has released a four nail lacquers that can be paired with its lipsticks, mirroring their shimmering sheen in daring red, intense plum, electric orange, and luminous beige.)

Its ability to enable women to shine in a thousand and one ways is reflected in the new Dior Addict Lipstick campaign, with actress Jennifer Lawrence – yes, she of The Hunger Games, Oscar-trip fame and self-assured sassiness – wearing the startlingly modern and instantly recognisable fuchsia of Be Dior, which gleams with tone-on-tone pearlescent pigments. Whether you prefer your lips to glow in a natural baby doll pink like Wonderful, glitter from all angles with a rosewood Smile, or flash the electric, eye-catching coral shade of Tribale, Dior Addict Lipstick’s distinctive light effects will multiply your luminosity into a zillion-watt smile.
The new Dior Addict Lipstick collection will be available at all Dior beauty boutiques and counters from September 2015.

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Are you cleaning your earrings enough? We doubt it—here’s why
The short answer? Probably not

23.02.2023
By Redzhanna Jazmin

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From foolproof cleaning techniques to general advice, here’s the scoop on this common body modification.
Fair warning: This is kind of a gross topic. However, it’s also a super important topic if you’re looking to keep your piercings healthy, thriving, and odour-free.
READ: Piercing guide: Everything you need to know before getting poked
If you have ever taken your earrings out, only to be greeted by an ungodly stench emanating from the wretched crevices of your butterfly backings, this article is for you. Also, if you find that your supposedly healed piercings are acting up in the most painful of ways, this article is for you too.
Unfortunately, time doesn’t guarantee infection-free piercings (yes, even if they are “healed”), and your poor piercing hygiene habits could be putting you at risk of more trouble down the line. Fret not, however—today, we’re delving into all things aftercare. Ahead, find out why and how you should be cleaning your old piercings.
Why should I be cleaning my piercings if they’re healed?

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Simply put, the aforementioned stench that is commonly associated with earrings is the result of the accumulation of oil, bacteria, and dead skin cells. The unfortunate truth about most earrings is that the stud-and-butterfly-clip combo is the ideal environment for this mixture to stew, leaving your lobes smelling… funky.
Further, if you work out a lot (or you’re just perpetually on the sweatier side), you fasten your earring backs very snugly, or you’re—you guessed it—slacking in the aftercare department, this smell becomes all the more potent.
Plus, if you’ve got cartilage piercings such as a helix, a rook or a conch, poor hygiene puts you at the additional risk of triggering an infection. Cartilage piercings are notoriously stubborn to heal, and while they very well may seem perfectly healed, a dirty piece of jewellery (or, even the wrong shape of jewellery) can be enough to set off a cascade of inflammation.
Just clean your earrings.

How do I keep the odour at bay?

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Good question! Thankfully, there are a few ways to keep your ears stench free:
1. Remove your earrings before exercising to avoid trapping sweat in your piercings.
2. Remove your earrings when you shower to stop shampoo from getting trapped in your piercings (or any other lurking dirt particles from your hair, for that matter).
3. Clean both your piercings and your earrings regularly (and make sure you’re thoroughly drying off both your earrings and your piercings after cleaning them, too!).
4. Change your piercing jewellery to hoops—this way, there isn’t a butterfly back for grime to collect in the first place.

How often should I be cleaning my healed piercings?

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Real talk: If you’re asking this question, the answer is probably more often than you currently are. Don’t worry—this is a no-judgement zone. It’s easy to get complacent about aftercare once you’ve had your piercing for a few years. However, though we understand where you’re coming from, we absolutely do not support your vices.
Ideally, you want to be cleaning your piercings once a week at the very least. This may sound like a lot of effort, but it really doesn’t have to be a huge ordeal!
Okay, so how do I actually clean the piercing?

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There are a few ways to go about this. Firstly, you could soak your piercing (and your jewellery) in saline solution, just like your piercer taught you to with your fresh piercing. The saline works to sterilise the area without being overly irritating to the wound.
Alternatively, a much more convenient method is to gently wash the piercing and the jewellery with a mild, unscented soap. You could easily do this in the shower once a week while you let a hair mask sit—just find a way to integrate it into your regular routine!

Do I have to clean the inside of the piercing hole?

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It really depends on the state of your piercing, but a quick way to cover all bases is to soap up the piercing with a mild antibacterial soap (make sure your jewellery is still in!) and gently rotate the earring to introduce the cleaning solvent to the inside of the hole. Once you’ve loosened any dirt or grime from within, just run the piercing underwater, rotating as you go, to rinse it all off!
Well, there you have it! No more excuses—now, get cleaning.
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A clock powered by the very air we breathe? Enter Jaeger-LeCoultre’s Atmos clock
Objet d'art

15.04.2022
By Rachel Au

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Jaeger-LeCoultre has many outstanding timepieces, but one of the Maison’s most unique inventions that shine on its own is the Atmos clock. For the unfamiliar eye, one might see it as an art piece in the form of a glass dome following an Art Deco design. However, look closer, and you’ll find the intricate complication, pointing to the minute and hour of the day. But the mechanism that allows this movement, hangs afloat, which beckons the question of “how”.
The answer is simple: It’s the air around us. The Atmos seemingly defies the laws of physics, and its origin story began in 1928. It is known for living off air, breathing like we do, and with that, the Atmos can run for centuries without needing any external energy source or rewinding. To illustrate, the new Atmos Hybris Mechanica Calibre 590 would not need adjusting until 2412. The secret is in the air temperature—a variation of just 1°C is enough to power the clock for two days—whereby the change would inadvertently affect the volume of the gas in a hermetically sealed capsule that is connected to the clock’s drive spring with a membrane. In short, when the temperature changes, so do the volume, causing the membrane to ‘breathe’ and move like an accordion, thus, winding the spring. Imagine: 60 million Atmos clocks would require the same amount of energy as a single 15-watt incandescent light bulb.

Atmos Infinite
At the same time, it made its name too as a prized objet d’art with a worthy design and aesthetic. That much has been accomplished at birth, and since then, the Manufacture has continued to make technical improvements to push the limits of the unthinkable. Making its debut at Watches and Wonders 2022, Jaeger-LeCoultre offers two new beautiful editions: the Atmos Infinite and Atmos Hybris Mechanica Calibre 590.
To begin, the Atmos Infinite marks a new chapter with a new design that reinterprets the unique horology piece for the 21st century as a contemporary work of art, highlighting transparency and minimalism, purity and modernism. Just like how the invention is law-defying, the Atmos gives the illusion of the mechanism floating within a glass cube. Held in place by glass supports that look virtually invisible, it provides an unrestricted view of the entire mechanism—the bellows, the synergised movement of the chains and gears to keep the clock running.
“The aesthetic of the Atmos is defined by the distinctive shape of its movement. With its complete absence of visual distraction, the seamless glass cabinet gives full value to the Atmos mechanism, which appears to float freely within it,” explains Lionel Favre, Jaeger-LeCoultre Design Director.

Atmos Infinite
With the perpetual Jaeger-LeCoultre Calibre 570, the Atmos Infinite’s functions are limited to hours and minutes, but so, the construction of the clock is pared back with fine watchmaking finishes, ranging from brushed surfaces to polished edges and Côtes de Genève stripes.
The more extravagant of the two, the Atmos Hybris Mechanica Calibre 590, is a beauty of its own standards. Not only is it the most complex Atmos clock ever created—it displays the hours, minutes, night and day, month, moon phases and zodiacal calendar—but its celestial-inspired aesthetic will take your breath away. A sublime objet d’art.

Atmos Hybris Mechanica Calibre 590
Affectionally also known as the Atmos Tellurium, it took more than four years worth of research and development work to achieve a complication that reproduces the true cycles of the Earth, Sun and Moon. What makes it different dates back to 1543. Astronomer Copernicus published his heliocentric model, placing the Sun as the centre of our solar system instead of the traditional choice that is Earth. This led to the invention of the tellurion (sometimes known as tellurium), and from the 18th century onwards, elaborate clocks were sometimes surmounted by these extraordinary mechanisms. ‘Tellurium’, Calibre 590’s nickname, is thus, a tribute to those fascinating clocks.
So precious is the Atmos and the Manufacture’s dedication to continuously push the mechanism by adding new functions without affecting the energy consumption that there is an Atmos atelier. There is where the new Calibre 590 was conceived, designed and constructed—with all of its 443 components. In addition, the precision of the mechanism has been elevated even more, with the improved accuracy equating to only one day of error in 5,770 years. In terms of design, the Atmos Hybris Mechanica Calibre 590 is distinguishable by its cylindrical glass cabinet, delicately handpainted with constellations. Decorative finishes complement the dome such as a miniature painting to add detail and depth to the spherical Earth; laser engraving to mimic the Moon’s surface; and in-laid meteorite on the Earth-Moon ring.

Atmos Hybris Mechanica Calibre 590
Jaeger-LeCoultre’s Atmos clocks are truly unlike any—and they’ll outlive us all.
Pricing details
Atmos Infinite: RM62,500
Atmos Tellurium: EUR500,000 (limited edition of 10 pieces)
Discover the Atmos clocks further via Jaeger-LeCoultre’s website.

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