Innholdsfortegnelse for October 2020 i Her World Singapore

I love our pink masthead on this issue’s cover. With October being Breast Cancer Awareness month, it seems only natural that Her World supports this campaign to remind women of the importance of regular self-checks and early screenings. With most of us still working from home, I find that frequent breast self-examination is a lot more achievable. We’re constantly in the comfort and privacy of our homes, so there’s no excuse that we can only do it when we’re in the shower. On page 118, breast cancer survivor Oh Mei Qi tells us how she was diagnosed with stage three breast cancer, plus her journey with chemotherapy and IVF as cancer poses a risk of infertility. And she’s only 29. Mei Qi’s tale of resilience is echoed by our 20…

Utilitarian Boots Fashionable and heavy-duty, they add an edge to any #ootd. Asymmetric Straps Fun, interesting and quirky, these bold designs are great with pencil skirts and dresses. Over-the-knee Boots Worn with pants or a flowy skirt, these suede or glossy options will definitely draw attention to your legs. Sky-high Platforms Get that extra elevation with these chunky soles that guarantee comfort. Sculptural Heels Unconventional designs transform the most minimal outfits into works of art. Pretty Bows Nothing ties a flirty, romantic look together better than this. Sparkling Embellishments Make a statement with shiny crystals and eye-catching details.…

How she would describe her style Colourful, cheerful, sober, feminine, and at the same time, classic. The watch and jewellery she wears every day My must-have is the Serpenti watch in pink gold and black ceramic. And I always have lots of jewellery on me: bracelets that I never take off, including an iconic one from the B.Zero1 Zaha Hadid collection, and a tubogas Monete choker. When I am in the office, I do change my necklaces every day, sometimes wearing and appreciating our High Jewellery creations while at my workspace. Her current favourite jewellery A pair of stud earrings with diamonds and emerald. Her go-to jewellery Bracelets – large and small. I can wear up to 10 bracelets at a time! I like to wear tennis bracelets with coloured…

1. Milani Precision Brow Pencil, $15.89 The brows are everything now. The super-tiny nib of this brow pencil lets me quickly feather in hair-like strokes on my sparse brows, and outline the shape I want. Available at selected Watsons stores and www.watsons.com.sg 2. Estee Lauder Futurist Aqua Brilliance Watery Glow Primer, $73 A makeup primer gives skin a dewy, plumped up glow that looks fabulous on video calls. This one has a watery-gel texture that doesn’t clump on skin or clog pores, and helps hydrate it, so that makeup goes on smoothly. 3. Hera Cell Essence Biome Plus, $80 for 150ml The skin microbiome, an ecosystem of microorganisms that live on it, needs prebiotics and probiotics to stay in balance, which helps skin health. That’s what Hera’s renovated Cell Essence…

I’m curious about the “Fan Bingbing laser”. Is it the best treatment for hyperpigmentation available? That is the Picosure laser, which the Chinese actress is said to be a fan of. Also known as the Celebrity Pico Laser, it’s the first picosecond laser approved by the US FDA. It targets all types of pigmentation, and fine lines, wrinkles and acne scars, offering an all-round solution to a clearer complexion and better skin texture. This laser treatment is the answer to getting clearer, spot-free, and smooth, and even skin. The treatment converts laser energy into gentle pressure and combined with a super powerful lens, gives impressive results, with increased levels of collagen, elastin and radiance. Nevertheless, the best treatment depends on one’s lifestyle, genetics and needs. At Prive, of the six…

TOUSLED ROCKER Apply gel through hair and tie back into a knot or ponytail. Don’t be fussed if it isn’t perfect or if there are stray hairs – the point is to look sexily dishevelled. Run fingers lightly through hair to create a bit of messy texture. You can also tease some strands loose at the crown so they frame the face. FULL COMB-BACK This is a high-power look that means business, but is easy to achieve. Simply apply hair gel from roots to ends, then use a wide-tooth comb to distribute the product evenly and create neat lines. Smooth down the sides with your palms and finish with generous amounts of shine mist or gloss serum to maintain a wet finish. GELLEO AND TEXTURED It’s uptown girl meets beach…

MORE YOUNG WOMEN HAVE BEEN DIAGNOSED WITH BREAST CANCER IN THE LAST DECADE. TWO WOMEN SHARE POIGNANT STORIES OF FEAR AND SURVIVAL, AND WHY SELF-EXAMINATION CAN SAVE LIVES. In February, she discovered a hard lump on her breast and experiencedfainting,andfeverish spells.Twomonthslater,inApril, after consulting a specialist, accountant Oh Mei Qi was diagnosed with stage three breast cancer. She’s only 29. “I’m anaemic, so I never thought these ailments (fainting spells and fever) were pointing to breast cancer,” says Mei Qi, who’s currently undergoing chemotherapy. “I’m barely 30... I never thought I’d have a tumour nearly the size of my whole breast, and be diagnosed with triple-negative breast cancer.” Triple-negative breast cancer accounts for about 10 to 15 per cent of all breast cancers. It’s a type of breast cancer that does…

I recently met two guys who are twins. One is quiet (and interested in me), the other is outgoing (whom I like). Should I go on a “double” date, single date (with each) or not at all? OMG girl, you’ve struck gold! If it doesn’t work out with one, you have an instant do-over. Ok, that’s terrible advice. Let’s not take either of them as a back-up plan. I get that you’re faced with a dilemma – one that’s worthy of a B-side story in a tween movie. The selfless answer to your question is: Avoid dating either of them to save the brothers from all that sibling rivalry. But the realistic answer (that your heart tells you) is: You should probably only date the twin whom you really fancy.…

In the spirit of the season, with many fashion houses going back to their roots, Miu Miu revisits its signature leather treatment on the Miu Belle bag. Made famous since 2006, the matelasse technique continues to be a distinctive characteristic of the Italian label’s leather goods. The signature folds are achieved by pairing panels of leather with wadding and elastic cloth through a quilting method. Miu Belle’s luxurious touch is further heightened by the use of a charming purse shape as a base, further exemplifying the genesis of Miu Miu as a modern woman’s brand. Legend has it that when Miuccia Prada first launched the label back in 1993, she intended it to be a brand that she herself would wear daily. Created for like-minded and stylish individuals, it’s feminine,…

Are you more of a collector or wearer? Definitely a wearer! I don’t believe in collecting shoes without wearing them. What started your obsession with shoes? Nothing really. I just like having options when it comes to shoes. What was the first pair of shoes that you really wanted and saved up for? It was almost a decade ago! A pair of strappy Isabel Marant heels that were sold out everywhere. I found mine on Vestiaire Collective for about $1,500. Your biggest shoe splurge? My Edgardo Osorio for Salvatore Ferragamo heels with colourful feathers – it probably cost around $2,500. What’s the most special shoe to you? My patchwork embroidered Dior boots (from FW ’18). I’d been hunting it down for very long because it’s such a statement piece, and…

TAG Heuer timepieces are designed for those who love challenges, as seen in the brand’s partnerships with Formula 1, the biggest football leagues, as well as actors Chris Hemsworth and Patrick Dempsey. While the Swiss brand is at the forefront of the industry, it also manages to stay true to its heritage and design elegant timepieces for both men and women. To commemorate the luxury watchmaker’s 160th anniversary, the brand will introduce collector’s editions of its iconic chronographs – the Carrera line, which has always featured the most advanced technology that the brand has developed. Back in 1962, then-CEO Jack Heuer heard the story of the legendary Carrera Panamericana, one of the most treacherous road races in the world. In Spanish, Carrera means road, race, career and course. TAG Heuer…

1. Bobbi Brown Luxe Matte Lip Color Duo, $64 These matte lipsticks in pink-plum shades give beautiful colour that lasts up to 12 hours without fading. It also contains oil-enriched powders that care for your lips. $32 goes to the Breast Cancer Research Foundation (BCRF in the US; until Dec 31, 2020. 2. Origins Original Skin Retexturizing Mask with Rose Clay, $39 The two-in-one mask deep-cleans by removing dirt clogs and impurities from skin so it looks brighter and smoother. $10 goes to BCRF; until Dec 31, 2020. 3. Estee Lauder Advanced Night Repair – Pink Edition, $175 Boost your skin’s night-time repair functions with the new Advanced Night Repair Synchronized Multi-Recovery Complex, dressed in a limited edition pink bottle. $30 goes to BCRF; until Dec 31, 2020. 4. La…

Picosure’s revolutionary technology is designed to harness the body’s natural healing processes to help your skin. Using a patented lens, Picosure effectively converts laser energy into gentle pressure waves, which activate the body’s natural communication processes to remodel the skin, so it looks healthier and more youthful. Picosure Focus treatments are 20 times more powerful than most Pico lasers, and can effectively remove unwanted pigments while stimulating the skin to produce new collagen and elastin at the same time. This is done without very much pain or downtime, unlike other laser treatments.…

1 LAWRENCE WONG 32, ACTOR The Beijing-based actor has three new dramas coming up. IG following: 353,000 What are you busy with now? I’m currently in Johor Bahru, in the midst of filming The Ferryman – Legends of Nanyang. It airs next year on iQiyi, China’s largest television streaming site. I play a 24-year-old who can see spirits, helping them get their grievances sorted. It’s my first time playing a supernatural role so I’m really stoked. I was also just named as the first international ambassador of iQiyi. My main role is promoting the streaming service to the regional audience. I’ve also completed two more Chinese dramas by iQiyi that are airing next year – One Boat One World, and Love and Passion. I play a ship commander in One…

If you are affected by breast cancer, or know someone who is, take heart. The Breast Cancer Foundation offers various support channels such as these. BCF BEFRIENDERS PROGRAMME Whether you have questions about breast cancer or just need a listening ear, this programme lets you chat with volunteers face-to-face or over the phone. As breast cancer survivors, they understand what you are going through, and can better help you navigate your journey. Call 6356-0123 or WhatsApp 9464-1011. BCF SUPPORT GROUPS These groups hold monthly meetings that include sharing sessions and discussions on relevant subjects, from exercise and nutrition to surgery and treatment journey. ● Young Women Support Group (for those 45 and below) ● English-speaking Support Group ● Mandarin-speaking Support Group ● Caregivers Support Group (Integrated with Men’s Support League)…

GET TREATED “Don’t ask ‘why me?’, but think ‘why not me?’ Globally, two million women are diagnosed with breast cancer each year. This form of cancer is extremely common, but also treatable,” says breast surgeon Dr Esther Chuwa. GET SUPPORT “Younger women can sometimes havemoreresponsibilities,which results in them feeling guilt upon their diagnosis. Be open about informing the workplace and families, and don’t shoulder the stress alone,” shares Dr Chuwa. BE POSITIVE “Do not live in the shadow of cancer.Afterreceivingtreatment, embrace survivorship to the fullest. Many young patients have shared that they have found a new lease of life after battling cancer: They live every moment, laugh often and love deeply, ” says Dr Chuwa. MEDICAL ADVANCES “The subtypes of breast cancer in younger women can be more resistant to…

Scalp Care At Its Finest If you need a boost for limp hair, try Shiseido’s Scalp Power-Shot. It aims to penetrate the scalp and address deep-rooted hair problems like thinning and hair loss. Formulated with adenosine, this scalp serum promotes blood flow to the scalp and supports healthy hair growth. It also has ingredients like carrot and sophora angustifolia root extract, said to improve hair thickness and growth. Use twice a day on dry or wet hair for best results. For even application, apply 15 pumps to different parts of the scalp and massage in with fingers. $100 (120ml) from Shiseido outlets islandwide. GET YOUR DESSERT FIX Founder of La Pasteleria, Cecilia Neo, is serving up her rendition of the famous Burnt (Basque) Cheesecake. When she started selling them online,…

Modern, urban life is busy and stressful enough as it is, but when we also have to deal with a global pandemic, it’s easy for already-hectic schedules to be thrown out of whack. Of course, we still want to look our best (especially with all those Zoom meetings), which is why it’s important to find quick, easy and effective solutions to maintaining our looks. That’s where Thermage FLX comes in. The global leader in non-invasive skin tightening, Thermage FLX has been performed on more than 2 million women and men to target common signs of ageing, from sagginess and uneven skin tone to fine lines and wrinkles. Fast, precise and effective, Thermage FLX uses radiofrequency (RF) to promote collagen production for immediate skin tightening and more defined three-dimensional skin contours.…

1 Yellow complements my skin really well! And wearing a blazer with a pop of colour is perfect for meetings with creatives or for a major event. I’d pair it with diamond earrings, heels and a cuff. – MARY VICTOR 2 These earrings are a go-to staple in my wardrobe. I absolutely love Chanel’s classic round clip-on earrings. I’m constantly searching for its vintage clip-on earrings as they never go out of style. I wear them nearly every day as they look great with any outfit. – BRANDY DALLAS 3 This minimalistic design goes with everything: dresses, gowns, casual wear, formal wear… the list goes on! – MARY VICTOR 4 I love the versatility of a structured T-shirt that can take you from day to night. You can easily dress…

It used to be that if your skin looked like you’d just gone on holiday, then you very likely did. You’d have an enviable glow, with a touch of rosy radiance. There may be curbs on leisure travel right now, but rested-looking radiance is still within reach. Just two drops of Chantecaille’s Radiance Elixir makes skin look instantly less tired and more glowy. The serum, which has a slightly rich texture and a pearly hue, is designed for glow-up. It reduces skin redness and increases radiance with its star ingredient, colourless carotenoids from tomatoes. It boosts micro-circulation (and strengthens the skin barrier) with a special peptide. And its special peptides and botanical extracts enhance natural exfoliation (and boost collagen and elastin production), so skin looks brighter. It’s versatile too. It…

PERM MOST WEARABLE KOREAN PERM FOR SHORT HAIR WHERE Black Hair Salon, #B2-44 Capitol Piazza, tel: 6835-9976 TREATMENT Korean Perm, from $279 WHAT IT IS Figure there’s no way you can do a perm on short or boyish-cut hair without looking like Phua Chu Kang? Think again. Black Hair Salon’s Korean Perm not only gives short hair a nice lift and volume, it also delivers just the right amount of wave to keep the style looking natural. The stylist selects a suitable type or degree of curl depending on the current length and style of your hair, and also shares styling tips to make daily styling a breeze. TESTER’S VERDICT “The result is a highly wearable perm that looks like you have effortlessly tousled hair (think Song Hye Kyo and…

LAYLA ONG, MODEL Her work gives her an inside look at what’s trendy. Off the runways, she looks out for makeup that hydrates her overworked skin and dry lips. If it’s fuss-free and portable, she’s on it. Orbis U Lotion, $45 Why it’s great: This post-cleansing lotion appears rich, but absorbs magically into my skin, which becomes soft and hydrated, and ready for more serums and creams. I like that it’s also free of oil, fragrance and alcohol. Nars Blush in Aroused, $52 Why it’s great: This new blusher colour is a dark wine-cherry that gives my skin a healthy glow, as compared to coral or light pink blushers that give off an orangey hue. Definitely a new discovery for me. Gucci Beauty Rouge A Levres Voile in Mildred Rosewood,…

SCREEN FOR LIFE The Health Promotion Board’s Screen for Life programme offers subsidised mammogram screenings for Singapore citizens ($50), permanent residents ($75) and pioneers ($25) at selected locations. Eligibility criteria: • Singapore citizen or PR • 50 years old and above • Has not gone for a screening mammogram in the last 24 months • Has no breast symptoms like lumps or blood-stained nipple discharge • Has not been breastfeeding for the past six months Visit www.healthhub.sg/ programmes/61/Screen_for_Lifefor more info. BEAM The Breast Cancer Foundation Encouragement for Active Mammograms (BEAM) offers women free mammograms at polyclinics. BEAM was launched under the guidelines of BreastScreen Singapore, in partnership with the Health Promotion Board, National Healthcare Group Diagnostics, and SingHealth. Eligibility criteria: • Singapore citizen • 50 years old and above •…

I used to journal as a kid. Then, we called it writing a diary. I was six, and I remember my first entry was about my pet fish: four Creamsicle mollies. I recently went back to my mum’s and read my old diaries. Boy, I had sad entries about those four mollies dying the week after my entry! I still journal up till this day, and I still start my entries with “Dear Diary”. Some of my thoughts are still childish, but that’s one of the joys of journaling. You don’t have to be perfect – you can write freely without the need to be coherent, politically correct or even legible. #truestory Journaling is a form of self-care (2020’s buzzword) as well as self-love. It’s like becoming friends with yourself. Your…