Celebrity Life

We've tried and tested, and researched and reviewed more than 300 products and dozens of treatments to bring you, dear readers, our fourth annual Prestige Beauty & Wellness Awards. This year's report is our biggest -- and we humbly argue, best -- ever and we hope it helps you discover a new favourite, or two, or three!

Wake Me Up

Get your day off to a good start with a morning skincare routine that cleanses, nourishes and tackles any concern from dryness to dark circles. We've rounded up the best of the bunch for every step along the way. Explore our favourites for your AM routine.

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Face the Day

It's the armour we wear when we go out into the world. And whether you prefer the natural look or all-out coverage and colour, we present your everyday make-up toolkit. Discover our list of favourites to add to your daytime makeup arsenal.

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Night Moves

The workday is done and it's time to run 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. Here's what you need to transition from day to night.

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Overnight Success

Our quest for beauty doesn't stop just because the day has ended. In fact, a proper evening skincare routine is perhaps more important than anything to maintaining the health of our complexion. Herewith our top picks for cleansing, pampering and perfecting - before and while we sleep.

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Facing the Future

You've heard it all before: we have only one face so we better treat it right. If you're not sure where to start when the plethora of facials on offer in Hong Kong, we present the spas that keep us returning time and time again for that beauty reboot we all love.

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Spa Daze

While we all love a good facial in the hands of a professional, it's easier than ever to create a spa experience in the comfort of our own homes. Just choose the right product for your skin type, sit back and let the beautifying begin. Here's what we love most for a little self pampering.

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Body Talk

We've tackled the face and all the fun that comes with it, so it's time to move on to the other, ahem, bigger topics. Here are our favourite ways to look, feel and smell our very best every day.

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Heaven Scent

Every season there are a few new fragrances that captivate us and transport us to faraway places, even if just for a moment. We've gathered a few favourites from this year that keep us coming back for another sniff.

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Male Call

Women shouldn't have all the fun when it comes to looking and fe sling your absolute best. So we put some of the year's hottest men's products to the test and found a few favourite to add to your grooming armoury.

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Ever since activewear became the new crossbreed of fashion and function in the name of athleisure, luxury is the most relaxed it's ever been. Some would even argue it’s the best thing to happen to fashion, making dressing easier and definitely more comfortable. Born from a trend and now a full-blown lifestyle, athleisure makes it possible to go from barre to bar with versatile pieces and just a few minor outfit adjustments.

We've scoped out the best pieces from the latest collections to get you from a business meeting to the city’s best gym studios and then to happy hour. Whether for work, play or just life in general, here’s a list of the best athleisure pieces that can get you through it all.

Graphic Tank by Adidas Originals by AW

Perfect for: the gym or the night club.

In a sports and fashion partnership, Alexander Wang teams up with Adidas to bring '80s retro style back into the gym. This athletic tank features bodybuilder graphics in the front and logo print in the back. The mesh fabric and deep racerback design is lightweight and offers maximum breathability. HK$599; buy it here.

Alphaedge 4D by Adidas by Stella McCartney

Perfect for: weekend wandering and light cardio.

Stella’s longstanding relationship with the sportswear brand has just seen a new launch for the world’s first 4D lattice sole footwear. The forge fibre reinforcement design offers stability without sacrificing breathability and stretch for maximum movement. Not to mention the cute logo internal socks that always match. HK$3,499; buy them here.

Laurel Embroidered Bra by Alala

Perfect for: intense or high impact workouts and your Instagram.

New York-based activewear brand Alala creates the perfect hybrid of sporty and feminine. The athletic cross back design of the Laurel bra offers high support while its delicate embroidery softens the feel with a sense of sophistication. HK$754; buy it here.

Icon Stripe Detail Swimwear by Burberry

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Perfect for: poolside and beachfront lounging.

Just like the LBDs you have hanging in your closet, every girl needs the LBS (little black swimsuit, that is). Burberry takes a conventional silhouette and adds its personal touch with the Icon Stripe in its signature colours. The timeless design is available as a bikini with cut-out back panel or a one-shoulder one-piece. Bikini HK$3,000, one-piece HK$3,700; buy it here and here.

Pink Fabric Shorts by Fendi

Perfect for: kickboxing, Muay Thai and spinning.

With monograms making a comeback, Fendi has brought its classic print to its sportswear line this season. The lightweight, breathable exterior featuring the brand’s FF logo pairs against close-fitting undershorts for a unique colour contrast. HK$3,350; buy them here.

Floral Lace Track Bottoms by Gucci

Perfect for: off-duty, leisure and your Instagram.

Crafted from floral lace, these track pants are reworked into an intricate design with an intarsia weave. Using athletic-inspired shapes with soft, refined fabrics and delicate knits gives the classic sporty look a modern twist. HK$19,800; buy them here.

Sonic Boom Retractable Hood Track Jacket by P.E Nation

Perfect for: layering and wet weather.

Like the brand name suggests, P.E Nation is all about the throwback style that we remember from our physical education classes during our school days. The Australian activewear label’s track jacket comes in an oversized fit with a breathable mesh lining and optional hood, which comes in handy for our unpredictable summer weather. HK$2,150; buy it here.

Aura Seam and Seam Dream Leggings by Pure Apparel

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Perfect for: yoga, pilates, dance and stretching.

Once deemed the lazy girl’s pants, leggings are now the most essential staple in the wardrobe -- and why wouldn’t they be? Flattering and forgiving, they've become versatile enough for workouts and the workplace. These leggings from Pure Apparel are probably the closest thing to second skin you’ll find out there. The cut-seam detail enhances contouring and is super stretchy, allowing you to bend and move with the utmost comfort. Aura Seam Leggings HK$664, Seam Dream Leggings HK$695; buy them here and here.

VB Cropped Hoodie by Reebok x Victoria Beckham

Perfect for: going to and from the gym and casual weekends.

This season is the second year that sportswear and high fashion have come together in high-energy apparel inspired by the ex-Spice Girl’s journey as a trained dancer and her daily “no compromise workouts”. This cosy hoodie is made with premium French terry cotton and features an oversized embroidered Reebok x VB logo on the hood. HK$2,245; buy it here.

Willow Stretch Sports Bra by Vaara

Perfect for: weight and resistance training, spinning, everyday errands.

A Net-a-Porter exclusive, the Willow Bra is a twofer bargain. The longline silhouette of this sports bra also doubles as a crop top. The minimalistic design is accentuated with a contrasting terracotta and ivory stripe detailing in both the front (as a zipper) and in the back. HK$1,075; buy it here.

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What’s a holiday without some indulgent pampering? Think unlimited free massages and all-natural wellness masterclasses. That’s precisely what The Pavilions Hotels and Resorts, a luxury boutique hotel chain, is showcasing at its properties in Phuket and Bali, respectively. The group announced that it will be putting the spotlight on wellness and delivering some of the most immersive experiences to help restore your mind, body and soul.

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Take the brand’s flagship The Pavilions Phuket, for instance. The cosy hilltop retreat offers unlimited complimentary massages to guests who are checked-in at the 310 sqm Ocean View Pool Villas (starts at MYR1,947 plus taxes per night). Signature spa therapies include a two-hour Thai Silk experience that fuses a rejuvenating mandarin scrub with a traditional Thai massage to soothe those travel-weary muscles. Love Journey, a three-hour couples’ experience, features a sea salt scrub, a massage, a floral milk bath and a platter full of tropical treats. The Spa and Pool Pavilions here spell unparalleled luxury complete with steam rooms, sala (an open pavilion) and a terrace.

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Elsewhere at the organic spa in The Pavilions Bali, guests can try their hand at natural beauty treatments and sign up for an exclusive aloe vera facial masterclass. This 90-minute session guides interested participants on various aspects of organic wellness, right from whipping up their own ‘skin superfood’, to choosing the freshest natural ingredients and taking them for setting up spa time back home. The session uses handpicked organic ingredients from the resort’s spa kitchen and touches upon techniques such as facial rejuvenation, DIY facial massage and reflexology; there’s even a recipe booklet that guests can take home. The best part? The Pavilions Bali is offering a 30 percent discount on advance bookings and accommodation at the Garden Villa, which is priced at MYR642 plus taxes per night. [inline_related_article article_id="145987"]
The group’s upcoming urban resort in Rome will feature state-of-the-art wellness facilities, thanks to a collaboration with Revivo Wellness Resorts. This luxury resort group currently has one property in Indonesia, with further openings in Japan, Sri Lanka, Spain, Italy and France. Its main focus includes sustainable wellness and rejuvenation through yoga, Pilates, holistic medicine treatments, meditation and food. First Roma Ego, the new resort in Rome, will be unveiled in 2020. This is the group’s third boutique luxury hotel in the city, the other two being First Roma Arte and First Roma Dolce. [dual-images right-image-url="https://www.prestigeonline.com/hk/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/FirstDolce_Facade_daylight-min.jpg" left-image-url="https://www.prestigeonline.com/hk/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/pavilions-arte.jpg" right-caption="Facade of The First Roma - Dolce (image from www.thefirsthotel.com)" left-caption="The grand entrance of The First Roma - Arte (image from www.thefirsthotel.com)"]
The Pavilions Hotels and Resorts aims to help guests unwind and attain their wellness goals through personalised spa journeys. Whether it means soaking in the foothills of the Annapurna in Nepal at The Pavilions Himalayas Lake View or discovering hidden canals while staying at The Toren in Amsterdam, there’s always a myriad of ways to relax and connect with your inner self.

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As one of the most luxurious and reputable wellness retreats in Asia, Fivelements needs no introduction. First launched in Bali in 2010, it became one of the first of a new genre of wellness destinations bridging the wisdom of traditional healing cultures with innovative wellness concept.

Now, outside the serene surroundings of Bali -- a peaceful retreat in its own right -- multi-award winning Fivelements’ first overseas venture has opened in the urban surrounds of Hong Kong, right in the heart of Causeway Bay. The new concept has been designed to bring wellness to us city dwellers, offering a sanctuary that combines yoga, sacred arts, beauty treatments, wellness therapy and plant-based cuisine all under one roof.

To care for your bodies, minds, and spirits, Fivelements Habitat runs over 120 wellness programs a week -- that’s one session available almost every hour that it’s open -- including a variety of yoga practices, soundscape therapy, tea ceremonies, therapeutic meditation, barre workouts and anti-gravity exercises.

The Wellness Sanctuary has specialists to help guests with energy and bodywork, intuitive healing, beauty spa wellness, detoxification, stress reduction and other holistic care. Within the Wellness Sanctuary, there are three treatment rooms equipped with private steam, a Spirit Space for meditations as well as tea ceremonies, and two private training studios.

Guests looking for a healthy and nutritious meal can head over to the Fivelements Sakti Elixir Bar -- an innovative plant-based cuisine concept, inspired by the Sakti Dining Room from Fivelements Bali -- which is set to open on 24 July 2019.

So forget that you’re in the busiest part of the city, put your stresses on hold, leave all your cares at the door and step inside Fivelements Habitat for a brand new wellness experience. To become a member, Fivelements Habitat offers Special Privilege Programmes which are available for 12 months (HK$1,188), 6 months (HK$1,388) and 3 months (HK$1,588) plus a one-time membership fee of HK$990.

Fivelements Habitat, 13A, Times Square, 1 Matheson Street, Causeway Bay; +852 6803 5081

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Singapore General Hospital’s innovative tradition inspires doctor to explore new ways to treat patients suffering from foot ailments.

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