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A great foundation is key to nailing any beauty look.

It creates the perfect canvas for other make-up products by covering imperfections, evening out skin tone, and imparting a dewy, natural or matte finish that's long-lasting. Another hallmark of a good foundation is its oxidation-proof properties, which ensures it doesn't change shades throughout the day.

Read on for our picks of the best foundations to add to your vanity now.

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No brand has ever gone this far for a post on their socials.

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No brand has ever gone this far for a post on their socials.

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Its Halloween time! I know this isn’t exactly what we thought this season would be like, but we can all still make the best of it. And, you can still have an amazingly spooky party with your friends. Here are … Read more

Arianators get ready!

On Oct. 14, 2020 the singer-songwriter took to Twitter to announce her round of new music by simply saying:

“I can’t wait to give you my album this month.”

Ariana’s last album was “Sweetener” in 2018 and … Read more

When it comes to beauty secrets, we only learn from the best.

Prestige society editor Tiffany Poon talks to the founder of Life in Motion, Carmen Yim, and Movers and Cashmere’s Leslie Tsang about maintaining confidence and how they seek the very best in life, whether it comes to work, play or even the foundation they use on a daily basis.

What is your definition of confidence?

Carmen Yim: For most of us, material possessions are things that can boost our confidence, but I’m slowly learning to put my faith in God. I feel self-assured and positive when my mind is at peace.

Leslie Tsang: Confidence comes from within. I believe it’s up to oneself, not others, to decide which type of clothing is best for their body type, or which foundation best suits their skin type. Just like Tom Ford’s latest Shade & Illuminate Soft Radiance Foundation — radiance also comes from within.

Tell us about your recent work life and how you stay beautiful from the inside out?

Carmen Yim: Stay positive and believe God has a plan. Trust it, live it and enjoy it. I’ve been working on my new venture Life In Motion. Leveraging our experience and knowledge with LED technology, we’ve developed a range of products — Honey, Honey Pro and Sterify — to kill germs and bacteria with UV-C LED lighting.

Leslie Tsang: I founded Movers and Cashmere about six years ago and there have been many ongoing collaborations ever since. We are currently working on another project with more than 100 designers and architects around the world about their ideal sweater, and we will create one according to their response. It’s important to achieve a healthy balance between work and leisure. The right amount of exercise and rest are crucial to stay beautiful from inside out.

Which face features are you most confident about, and why?

Carmen Yim: My brows. I love how they are perfectly balanced.

Leslie Tsang: I’m most confident with my eyes. Not only happiness, eyes can also communicate love, respect, and all kinds of emotions.

Describe your work look. How is it different from your casual look?

Carmen Yim: I try to be as presentable as I can be once I’m out the door, so my work look is the same as my casual look, which usually consists of soft brows, mascara, eyeliner and a thin layer of foundation.

Leslie Tsang: My work look is quite different from my casual look. For normal days I’ll opt for a lipstick and thin layer of foundation; as for work I’ll go with a higher coverage foundation with contours and highlight.

What do you look for in your foundation?

Carmen Yim: Coverage and skincare benefits.

Leslie Tsang: It must be lightweight, light-reflective and feel like a second skin.

What do you like about Tom Ford's Shade & Illuminate foundation?

Carmen Yim: Besides fulfilling my need for medium to high coverage with high-quality, precious ingredients that benefit my skin, I like that it’s breathable, with a flawless finish and a long-lasting formula.

Leslie Tsang: Yes, I love Tom Ford’s Shade & Illuminate foundation — in fact I’m wearing it today. It smooths my skin to give it an even, symmetrical base for highlighting and contouring, and it gives my skin a three-dimensional yet natural radiance which I absolutely love.

Why do you like Tom Ford? What’s your favourite Tom Ford signature fashion or beauty item, and why?

Carmen Yim: Tom Ford has always been known for his unique and ahead-of-the-curve vision, whether it is in fashion or in beauty. The packaging of his products is so stunning and tasteful, they look great on my bathroom counter – in fact, overall, his products are sleekly designed, with unique formulas you can’t find anywhere else. My favourite product is definitely the Shade & Illuminate Cushion Foundation — lightweight, long-lasting and comes with SPF 45/PA++++.

Leslie Tsang: Mr Ford is known as a cool, sophisticated, hands-on designer and entrepreneur, which I can relate to. Tom Ford lipsticks come in luxurious packaging and amazing colours, making them a staple in my makeup bag.

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Tiffany Masterson is no ordinary beauty entrepreneur.

Back in 2012 when she launched the clean skincare line Drunk Elephant, the beauty world can be divided into either those giant brands who championed fantasy ingredients and imaginatively inspiring story, or more result and ingredients-driven brands with a clinical and minimal (boring) look that lacks aesthetic appeal. Drunk Elephant, with its ingredient-elimination philosophy, combines real, thought-provoking backstory with results-driven formulation and aesthetically-pleasing package designs.

Within eight years, Drunk Elephant has become one of the biggest “clean” beauty brands in the industry, let alone one of the very first to pioneer both the term and the trend. Last year, the brand was acquired by Japanese beauty conglomerate Shiseido in a US$845 million deal that was the second biggest beauty acquisition in 2019 after L’Occitane’s acquisition of British skincare brand Elemis. The Shiseido acquisition was a move that Masterson considered necessary in order to “take [the brand] to the next level.”

But before we get to know what would become of Drunk Elephant under Shiseido’s wings, Prestige talks to Masterson about her years in this industry, and what she thinks of her role in pushing the boundaries of the clean beauty movement.

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In this time of Covid, wearing a mask around has become part of our everyday life.

Unfortunately, keeping our faces covered has also triggered some uncomfortable side effects like rashes, dryness, and breakouts — also known as maskne — for some of us.

If you too, have been struggling with skin woes due to all the mask-wearing, consider adding these (other types of) masks to your skincare routine to keep your complexion clear and nourished. Here are five of the best purifying, hydrating and repairing masks that have won our hearts.

Chanel Hydra Beauty Camellia Repair Mask

Formulated with hydrating and nourishing active ingredients derived from camellia japonica and an antioxidant blue ginger extract, Chanel’s multi-tasking mask can be used three ways for different results. Leave on for 10 minutes before rinsing with warm water for a burst of radiance; Skip the rinse and massage the excess for an overall deep hydration; or use it as a ‘spot’ treatment to target specific areas.

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Aesop Sublime Replenishing Night Masque

Aesop’s first overnight mask is enriched with vitamin B, C, E and F, so expect anti-oxidant, hydrating and smoothening properties. Suitable for use in all climates and on a range of skin types, it’s particularly beneficial to those with normal to very dry skin; dull, patchy or fatigued skin; or those given to dehydration, such as office workers and frequent travellers.

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Glow Recipe Watermelon Glow Sleeping Mask

Amino-rich watermelon extract, hyaluronic acid, antioxidant-rich pumpkin extract, and AHAs in this mask hydrates, soothes and fights free radical damage to ward off fine lines, wrinkles, and dark spots. Chemical exfoliators in the concoction also helps buff away dead skin, smooth fine lines, soften texture, diminish dark spots, and clarify pores. You can use it as a sleeping mask or as a wash-off mask.

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Tarte Jelly Glaze Anytime Lip Mask

Chapped lips? This vegan lip mask hydrates and smooths while giving your puckers a sheer, flattering tint of colour. It provides 12 hours of hydration and can be used as an overnight lip mask. Infused with vegan squalane, marine plant extracts, hyaluronic acid and a blend of avocado and argan oils, Tarte’s anytime lip masks come in in three flavours: Strawberry jelly, grapefruit and toasted coconut.

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Sulwhasoo Herbal Clay Purifying Mask

Made with fine clay particles from the Yellow Sea, the gel cream also includes herbs said to calm sensitive skin, gently exfoliate dead skin cells, tighten pores and hydrate the skin. It can also be used daily as a deep cleanser, too. To brighten dull skin, also check out the White Ginseng Radiance Refining Mask and Overnight Vitalising Mask.

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These transitional beauty picks in universally flattering shades enhance an end-of-summer glow

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These transitional beauty picks in universally flattering shades enhance an end-of-summer glow

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These transitional beauty picks in universally flattering shades enhance an end-of-summer glow

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By now, your bosses and colleagues have probably seen more of your abode than you would've ever expected to show them.

With many of us working from home these days, meetings held over video conferencing apps the likes of Zoom and Microsoft Teams have become the new normal. Inevitably, this means letting colleagues into our residences — albeit virtually — and having them catch glimpses of it via our backdrop. Depending on where your workspace is located, this view could range from a boring blank wall to windows or cluttered bookshelves.

Your makeshift office may not be the most glamorous, but there are several easy interior design tricks that you can employ to quickly jazz up the background of your Zoom calls.

Textiles and cushions

If your workstation of choice is the couch or bed, all it takes is a few snazzy throw pillows wrapped in eye-catching fabrics and prints to provide visual interest in the space behind you. Consider dressing your cushions in the Armani/Casa Exclusive Textiles by Rubelli collection, which is inspired by modern art — specifically works by Henri Matisse, Vasilij Kandinskij and Paul Klee.

It showcases striking colour blocks embellished with embroideries, ikat details and intertwined motifs. These are available in various patterns and shades ranging from pastel to neutral hues. More details here.

Houseplants and greenery

Adding houseplants to your home office will help the space look less spartan and bland. Smaller plants like cacti, succulents and spider plants can be displayed on shelves or tables, while larger ones such as philodendrons, snake plants and ZZ plant (Zanzibar Gem) can be placed on the floor to break the monotony of blank walls.

Online plant retailer Flora Houses offers a wide variety of houseplants that will thrive indoors and are generally low-maintenance. Its range includes Japanese fir, fiddle leaf fig and Bird of Paradise. The store provides free doorstep delivery with a minimum spend.

Artworks and paintings

Perhaps houseplants may seem like too much of a commitment, or you simply don't have green fingers. This is where paintings and art pieces make an easier alternative. You can simply hang a couple of them on the wall that constantly forms your video call backdrop.

An Andy Warhol or Basquiat will certainly impress your co-workers, but your art doesn't necessarily have to be expensive or by big name artists. Consider procuring artworks instead from indie galleries such as Odd One Out, which boasts an array of creations by local and international printmakers and illustrators. We can't take our eyes off the above acrylic painting by Micke Lindebergh, which is titled 'Small Yellow Flower Pot' and features colourful blooms accented by quirky squiggles and bright hues.

Statement ornaments and furniture

Inject a dose of quirk into your meeting setup by peppering your background with assorted decorative items and statement furniture pieces. These can be anything from figurines to colourful tiles and dramatic room dividers.

Our go-to is Lala Curio, which is a whimsical wonderland of objets d'art such as brass monkey sculptures, cloisonné birds, and, one of our favourites — an adorable trio of cranes adorned with rock crystal feathers and perched on crystal balls.

Wallpaper

Why settle for one specially curated work area, when you can turn your whole room into an Instagram-worthy space? Wallpaper is a bold and easy solution — if every wall in your room is clad in beautiful prints, you can essentially park yourself in any corner and still have an envy-inducing Zoom backdrop.

Designer wallpaper has seen a resurgence in recent years, and we're obsessed with Christian Lacroix's exquisite Oiseau Fleur vinyl wallpaper, which depicts vibrant botanical and bird motifs against a silk effect embossed base. It comes in two colourways of pink and grey.

(Main image: Brina Blum/ Unsplash; Featured image: Christian Lacroix)

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