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Whether you want to cut your long hair into short manes or you need to upgrade your cropped hair and give it a fresh look, an inverted bob haircut is the best way to achieve that. The haircut, which incorporates a long front and a short back are both flattering and elegant on any face […]

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As a Tuscan city, Siena, Italy has existed in the shadows of its neighbor Florence for centuries. Prior to the Italian Renaissance, the Italian Medieval Period lasted from the fifth to the eighth century when Charlemagne invaded Italy. While Florence is known for its priceless collection of Botticelli paintings, being home to the graves of […]

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It was not so many years ago that the idea of using caviar in skincare was but a distant dream, yet through its innovative approach to research, La Prairie made this possible, infusing the rich nutrients inherent in this ingredient into the skin for unparalleled benefits.

[caption id="attachment_144588" align="alignnone" width="1247"] La Prairie is the first cosmetics brand to infuse its products with nutrient-rich caviar extract.[/caption]

The next step in this natural evolution was to harness this technology for the brand’s make-up  products – imagine a foundation or powder that had the ability to hide all your skin’s flaws, while actively working to improve its overall quality.  Combining the science of skincare with the artistry behind make-up, La Prairie introduces two new additions to its Skin Caviar Complexion Collection: the Skin Caviar Powder Foundation SPF 15 UVA/PA++, as well as the Skin Caviar Loose Powder, which will launch in early June 2019.

[caption id="attachment_144587" align="alignnone" width="1247"] The buildable powder foundation perfects and protects with caviar extract and an exclusive cellular complex.[/caption]

This technologically advanced duo offers customisable and buildable tints that help you put your best face forward, with flawless textures that offer natural colour correction and stunning luminosity.

The Powder Foundation is the world’s first to be infused with caviar extract, which begins as a creamy base, relaxing into a soft, cashmere-like finish which protects against UVA and UVB rays, while an exclusive Cellular Complex lets the skin drink up nutrients. Buildable and blendable, the product’s coverage is matt but with an underlying glow so that you look fresh all day long.

The Loose Powder, once again the first of its kind to contain caviar extract, provides the perfect finishing touch. Finely milled and light, it sweeps on to leave but a trace of powder for an invisibly immaculate veil, illuminating the complexion and keeping your make-up in place.

[caption id="attachment_144586" align="alignnone" width="1474"] The Skin Caviar Complexion line combines the science of skincare and the artistry of make-up.[/caption]

In addition, La Prairie has created a trio of brushes – for the liquid foundation, powder foundation and loose powder, respectively – designed to be used with Skin Caviar Complexion products, so that the perfect products have their perfect partners, which utilise high-quality synthetic bristles.

Add to that the Skin Caviar Essence-in Foundation SPF 25/PA+++ and the Skin Caviar Concealer Foundation SPF 15, and La Prairie now offers a full range of Skin Caviar Complexion products in a variety of finishes to satisfy the make-up and skincare lover’s each and every need.

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It’s no secret that we (and the rest of the world) look towards the beauty capital that is South Korea for our skin goals. And when the masters of skincare came up with the “glass skin” trend -- an almost translucent complexion and luminous glow that seems to radiate from within -- a few years back, we were hooked. This season, it's returned in a big way. After all, who doesn’t want a gleamingly clear, poreless, dewy complexion?

So for those of you that are ready to get on board, here’s our step-by-step guide to achieving glass skin:

1. Double Cleanse

It all starts with a clean canvas. Beautiful skin is healthy skin, so hygiene is top priority. Begin with an oil cleanser that dissolves away impurities and stubborn makeup. Valmont’s Wonder Falls is a cream-melt-to-oil formula and gets the job done without stripping your face of moisture. Part two involves a water-base product like Dr. Barbara Sturm’s Enzyme Cleanser that ensures any residue or oil from part one is taken care of. The powder format allows you to blend your own concentration depending on your skin’s condition and specific needs.

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2. Mask

What Glass Skin requires is hydration. Be it sheet masks (Tatcha Luminous Deep Hydration Lifting Mask), wash off masks (Tata Harper Resurfacing Mask) or leave-in overnight masks (Laneige Water Sleeping Mask) — make sure to overindulge your skin with moisture, or better yet, drench your skin in nutrients for that luminous glow.
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3. Tone

Preferably choose something with a brightening element to it. Look for ingredients such as Vitamin C, Hyaluronic Acid, and Rose Water. Layer on Fresh Rose Deep Hydration Facial Toner or Guerlain Orchidée Impériale The Essence-in-Lotion so your skin can soak in all the moisture for that plump and supple look.
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4. Moisturise

Moisturise lots! Unlike makeup, when it comes to moisturising, more reallyis more. Keep in all the goodness with a moisturiser that works for your skin type and your environment. Here in Hong Kong, you’re going to want a light formula (like First Aid Beauty Coconut Water Cream or Helena Rubinstein Prodigy Cellglow The Radiant Regenerating Cream) that won’t clog your pores. Remember you want glassy, not greasy.

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5. Protect

Nothing damages the skin more than UV, regardless of the weatherman’s prediction for sunny, overcast or thunderstorm days. A good offence is a good defence so an SPF barrier is a must. For our climate, SPF50 is a good benchmark. Similar to your moisturiser, pick something airy like Derm Institute’s Cellular Brightening Daily Defense SPF50+ or Sofina Super Moisture UV Cut Emulsion SPF 50+.
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6. Colour correct

Be careful in what you select, as not all products are going to work for the glass look. Clearly, avoid any matte formulas, and turn to water-based formulas such as NARS Sheer Glow Foundation. A play on light can help to accentuate the glow, so an illuminating highlighter (like Charlotte Tilbury’s Goldgasm) on the cheekbones, brow bone and cupid’s bow can amplify the glossy glow.
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7. Mist

For an extra boost (and a lot of sheen), seal in everything with a facial mist. This is also going to be your skin’s pick-me-up throughout the day, so keep a small bottle ready for when the slightest signs of dulling begin to appear (Aesop’s Immediate Moisture Facial Mist or Estée Lauder Micro Essence Aquaceutical Mist).

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