The grooming column
“L’amour is in the air this month of February. Hence here’s a bunch of “feel good” products and gadgets to get all cleaned out and prepped up for dates, romances and midnight shenanigans” – Kenneth, the grooming editor
1/ Clarisonic Mia Sonic Skin Cleansing System
Smaller then the Clarisonic pro, this one-button, one-speed brush cleanses skin six times more effectively than using your hands. With its patented Sonic Technology, the micro-massage motion effectively removes dirt and impurities in just 60 seconds to leave skin cleaner, softer and more refined in texture.
Clarisonic Mia Sonic Skin Cleansing System, available at all Sephora Outlets. KC
2/ Lierac Concentré Mésolift Toning Radiance Serum
Rich in vitamins, minerals and hyaluronic acid, this revitalizing serum helps erase signs of skin fatigue by improving the skin’s tonicity, radiance and hydration levels. Skin is kept at its peak condition too as microcirculation and cell metabolism are improved thanks to this invigorating concoction.
Lierac Concentré Mésolift Toning Radiance Serum, available at selected BHG outlets and Robinsons. KC
3/ Dermalogica Overnight Repair Serum
Mature skin can benefit from Dermalogica’s Overnight Repair Serum. Used at night prior to bedtime, key ingredients such as Argan Oil and Brown Seaweed help treat age related skin concerns such as collagen loss, lacklustre skin and broken capillaries by inhibiting enzymes and neutralizing free radicals that break down collagen. Skin restoration is further boosted as this serum also contains aromatic botanical oils , hyaluronic acid and an active peptide, Palmitoyl Tripeptide-38, to nourish skin back to a firmer, more supple, and well hydrated state.
Dermalogica Overnight Repair Serum, available from April 2012 at all AsterSpring Origin of Beauty Centres and Dermalogica-authorised skin care centres. KC
4/ L’Oréal Youth Code Youth Regenerating Pre-essence
With Advanced Pro-Gen Technology, this pre-essence boosts your skin’s recovery power and stirs skin back to its youthful state. Used on freshly cleansed skin, it also helps amplify the effects of any serum or skincare layered above it.
L’Oréal Youth Code Youth Regenerating
Pre-essence, available at all major department stores islandwide. KC
5/ Maybelline Pure Mineral B.B. Mousse
Developed in Japan, this one-step, ultra-lightweight mousse uses micro air bubbles to disperse mineral pigments more evenly for a radiant, natural complexion with less visible pores, as it also imparts an instant pore-erasing effect on the skin. With a blend of skin-regenerating and soothing blend of B.B. ingredients, this B.B. mousse also nourishes skin and toughens up its natural protective barrier, all in a simple dollop of fluffy, airy mousse.
Maybelline Pure Mineral B.B Mousse, available at Watsons, Guardian, SASA and major supermarkets and selected departmental stores islandwide. KC
6/ Yves Saint Laurent L’HOMME LIBRE
Symbolizing the values of freedom and liberty and fronted by Benjamin Millepied (the famed choreographer of the cult film “Black Swan”), L’HOMME LIBRE is is a fresh spicy aquatic scent for the modern masculine male. With top notes of Star Anise, Basil and Violet Lead, middle notes of pink pepper, nutmeg and base notes of Patchouli and Vetiver, this masculine fragrance breaks away from the traditional sandalwood and musky offerings on the market.
Yves Saint Laurent L’HOMME LIBRE is available at all Major Department Stores. KC
7/ Ralph Lauren Romance Valentine’s Day 2012 Limited Edition
Nothing symbolizes romance like this fresh sparkling and iconic floral scent, and in celebration of Valentine’s Day, Ralph Lauren specially created this limited edition, the Heart Necklace edition. Lovingly encased within a pink-silver carton adorned with delicate metal-grey entwining flora and vines, the classic transparent silver-capped bottle also comes adorned with an exquisite pure silver necklace.
Ralph Lauren Romance Valentine’s Day 2012 Limited Edition is available at all Major Department Stores. CC
