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She might be the first female regional CEO in Shiseido’s history, but breaking the glass ceiling is just one of Nicole Tan's many goals.

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She might be the first female regional CEO in Shiseido’s history, but breaking the glass ceiling is just one of Nicole Tan's many goals.

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She might be the first female regional CEO in Shiseido’s history, but breaking the glass ceiling is just one of Nicole Tan's many goals.

For more stories like this, visit www.thepeakmagazine.com.sg.

After months of reviewing close to 300 beauty products and wellness facilities, and tallying, here are the best skincare products of this year, and lest we forget, your top pick! And so without further ado, here are the Beauty & Wellness Awards winners.

With a hundred and one different beauty and wellness launches a day, it becomes progressively difficult to separate the good from the great, or the great from the absolutely mind blowing. So we did it for you. Ahead, we found the most sought-after products with a cult following to give you the best classic beauty of all time

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Hong Kong's ever-changing dining scene is constantly evolving.

So much so, that it can get a little difficult to keep track of it all, let alone remember to book and try the new restaurants that have caught your eye. From brand new concepts to fresh venues and additional locations, here is our guide to seven of Hong Kong's most promising new restaurants to try right now.

Well, what are you waiting for...

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Hong Kong's ever-changing dining scene is constantly evolving.

So much so, that it can get a little difficult to keep track of it all, let alone remember to book and try the new restaurants that have caught your eye. From brand new concepts to fresh venues and additional locations, here is our guide to seven of Hong Kong's most promising new restaurants to try right now.

Well, what are you waiting for...

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As we blossom into spring, it’s time to shake off that winter dullness and reawaken your brighter side. The plan: achieve a revitalising glow, revive your complexion and start afresh. In search of the luminosity that we have been deprived of over the colder months, we’ve come up with a shopping list of the 10 most radiating miracle workers to add to your current beauty routine, ranging from exfoliating cleansers to purifying masks and long-time favourites to brand new launches.

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A new decade, a new cycle of the Chinese zodiac – and with that a whole new outlook on beauty. In celebration of the jubilant festival, beauty brands worldwide have redressed their most covetable products in red, gold and influences of the rat to ring in the Chinese New Year. In other words, it's the same potent formulas that we’ve grown to adore, but now repackaged in a limited-edition version to fall in love with for the first time, and all over again.

shu uemura

shu uemura gets festive by repackaging some of their hero products in flaming red. The limited edition collection includes its Rouge Unlimited lipsticks (HK$230), Hard Formula brow pencils (HK$200) and our favourite Ultime8 Sublime Cleansing Oil (HK$870/340ml).

SK-II

[caption id="attachment_183287" align="alignnone" width="1340"] SK-II Facial Treatment Essence[/caption]

Though the formula has stayed the same for 39 years, SK-II’s Pitera Essence (HK$1,574/230ml) will see some change in its look to commemorate the holidays. Pop icon Mickey Mouse (performing the signature pat-pat application method) graces the facial treatment bottle to welcome the year of the rat, or should I say mouse.

Shiseido

[caption id="attachment_183292" align="alignnone" width="2000"] Shiseido Ultimune Power Infusing Concentrate[/caption]

The Ultimune (HK$1,050) bottle is a bit of a chameleon. Its unique shape has been the canvas for several designs. Quite naturally, we were expecting yet another fantastic artist collaboration for Chinese New Year, and here we have it – artist Hideki Inaba’s floral illustration in warm tones of reds, pinks, and gold.

NARS

[caption id="attachment_183290" align="alignnone" width="1280"] NARS Chinese New Year Limited Edition Collection[/caption]

A few of NARS’ cult classics are dressed in chromatic red with gold brushstrokes -- the Light Reflecting Setting Powder (HK$370), Aqua Glow and Natural Radiant Cushion Compact (HK$410 for case and refill), Quad Eyeshadow Palette (HK$440) and the Afterglow Lip Balm (HK$250) to be exact.

Lancôme

[caption id="attachment_183288" align="alignnone" width="853"] Lancôme Advanced Génefique Youth Activating Concentrate[/caption]

While the Advanced Génefique series isn’t getting a face lift for the first time, it is doing more than it did before. Following the 2019 success, the well-known and well-loved eye serum (HK$645/20ml), eye cream (HK$520/15ml) and anti-aging serum (HK$1,555/100ml) are back in shiny red bottles this year, with the latter engraved with “2020” in the style of fireworks, held in a fitted case.

L’Occitane

[caption id="attachment_183296" align="alignnone" width="853"] L'Occitane Immortelle Overnight Reset Oil-in-Serum[/caption]

The Overnight Immortelle Reset Oil-in-Serum (HK$750/50ml) was first introduced in late 2018 and has been recognised not only for its wondrous effects, but by its ombre violet and golden bottle. For the new year, it adopts a new colourway of red and golden hues, topped with a gold chrome cap.

Kiehl’s

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For the second year in a row now, Kiehl’s has commissioned artist Eirian Champan to illustrate the holidays on their products, including the Ultra Facial Cream (HK$530/125ml), Calendula Toner (HK$315/250ml) and Creamy Avocado Eye Treatment (HK$280/14ml). The whimsical work pays tribute to the zodiac with the special help of his character, Rock-It the Rat.

Charlotte Tilbury

Fashion backstage skincare hero, the Magic Cream (HK$750/50ml), gets a holiday makeover. The Magic Cream remains in its luxurious clear jar, while the rose-gold lid is replaced with a festive red one and gold-tone logo. It was comes in an auspicious red giftbox, too.

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The workday is done and it’s time to turn up the glamour. We’ve got just the ticket, whether you’re in the mood for a lashing of red lipstick or a hint of iridescent sparkle, with these party-ready make-up picks.

The Contour & Highlight

[caption id="attachment_156478" align="alignnone" width="1968"] Charlotte Tilbury Filmstar Bronze & Glow (HK$550)[/caption]

Why buy two products when you can get them in one? Charlotte Tilbury Filmstar Bronze & Glow is our choice for subtle contouring and universally flattering highlights. Available in two colour combos, including medium to dark (pictured). charlottetilbury.com

The Longwear Foundation

[caption id="attachment_156479" align="alignnone" width="2716"] YSL All Hours Liquid Foundation (HK$550)[/caption]

It feels like 2019 has been the year of the foundation. YSL All Hours Liquid Foundation stood out with its promise of 24-hour, flawless matte coverage. We even tested it on a cover shoot and it definitely held its own. yslbeauty.com.hk

The Eyeliner

[caption id="attachment_156480" align="alignnone" width="6198"] Urban Decay 24/7 Glide On Eye Pencil (HK$255)[/caption]

Everyone knows this brand for its cult-favourite eye-shadow palettes, but we’re casting our vote for the Urban Decay 24/7 Glide-On Eye Pencil, thanks to its creamy -- and waterproof -- texture and 24 fun shades that range from deep black to neon green. urbandecay.com.hk

The Eyeshadow

[caption id="attachment_156481" align="alignnone" width="3282"] Dolce & Gabbana IntensEyes Creamy Eyeshadow Stick (HK$250)[/caption]

If you’re like us and prefer to keep things simple, Dolce & Gabbana IntensEyes Creamy Eyeshadow Stick is the perfect day-to-night make-up transition piece. Apply, blend and off you go. dolcegabbana.com

The Lip Products

When it comes to glamming it up, you can’t go wrong with a bold lip. And nowadays there are so many colours, textures and formulas to choose from that we couldn’t pick just one. Each of these products is great on its own but wouldn’t it be better to just have them all?

[caption id="attachment_156482" align="alignnone" width="1457"] Chanel Rouge Coco Flash (HK$270)[/caption]

Claiming to be "more than a lipstick", Chanel Rouge Coco Flash comes in 27 bold hues as well as three translucent top coats. We like the smooth textures and ease of application. chanel.com

[caption id="attachment_156483" align="alignnone" width="1457"] Christian Louboutin Rouge Louboutin Collection[/caption]

Another case of one just isn't enough, Christian Louboutin Rouge Louboutin Collection features the designer's iconic red in three must-have finishes. asia.christianlouboutin.com

[caption id="attachment_156484" align="alignnone" width="1457"] Kilian Le Rouge Parfum (HK$430)[/caption]

As soon as we heard about Kilian Le Rouge Parfum from creator Kilian Hennessy himself, we were hooked. The matte and satin finishes come with a marshmallow-y gourmand scent. bykilian.com

[caption id="attachment_156485" align="alignnone" width="1457"] NARS Velvet Matte Lip Pencil[/caption]

Matte lips look nice but they're not always easy to achieve. NARS Velvet Matte Lip Pencil is one way we've found to get a smooth, sharp finish. narscosmetics.com.hk

The Multitasker

[caption id="attachment_156486" align="alignnone" width="2362"] Shiseido Aura Dew (HK$210)[/caption]

Part of the brand’s reinvented make-up line, Shiseido Aura Dew immediately caught our eye with its silky, shimmering texture that can be used as an eye shadow, highlighter, lip gloss, we could go on... shiseido.com.hk

The Mascara

[caption id="attachment_156487" align="alignnone" width="6732"] Hourglass Cosmetics Caution Extreme Lash Mascara (HK$240)[/caption]

Length, volume, drama and lift -- Hourglass Cosmetics Caution Extreme Lash Mascara claims to do it all. It may not make our coffee too, but we loved the clump-free, buildable formula and durability. hourglasscosmetics.com.

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Sharing the spotlight with K-beauty again is Japanese makeup and skincare brands.

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Big things are happening over at Shiseido. First, the brand adopted a visionary new mantra: Beauty Reimagined. Beauty Made With Soul. To go with it, they've launched a brand new collection of makeup. The focal point 21 new products isn't its 125 shades or incredible performance, but the textures, which are classified into Inks, Gels, Powders and Dews.

With 'Inks', products provide graphic precision and extreme intensity, while Gels are durable and come with a high-impact finish and featherweight feel. Powders are breathable, buildable and blendable, and with Dews, light is recreated to transform the skin. The collection also features five handcrafted brushes inspired by ancient Japanese calligraphy.

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It gets even better.

To bring the collection to life, Shiseido has enlisted four personalities to represent each texture. The face of Inks is none other than singer/songwriter Banks; Crazy Rich Asians star, Sonoya Mizuno personifies Powders; makeup artist Kara Yoshimoto-Bua is the face of Dews and multimedia artist YiZhou embodies Gels.

Shiseido unveiled the new collection in the brand’s birthplace and global epicenter of the J-Beauty movement: Tokyo. Guests included actress Rowan Blanchard, celebrity hairstylist Jen Atkin, photographer Petra Collins, as well as model and designer Emi Suzuki.

“When people think of Japanese beauty, they think of SHISEIDO. It makes sense that this makeup launch should be celebrated in Tokyo first. Personally, seeing how this all came together makes me very proud,” said Yoshiaki Okabe, Corporate Officer of SHISEIDO Brand and Global Prestige brands.

Guests enjoyed small bites by Mokomeshi, a Tokyo based catering company. Each dish served was inspired by one of the four texture categories. Other activities included touchups by SHISEIDO makeup artists and a VIP portrait studio by director and photographer, Mike Rosenthal.

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A sunscreen for every bit of you that’s likely to get exposed this sunny season.

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