Beauty intel: Sally Hansen, NARS, TONI&GUY Hair Meet Wardrobe, NIVEA

THE GLOSS EFFECT. Hankering after the high-shine, glossy look of a gel manicure but not the fuss over maintenance and the huge price tag? Sally Hansen’s new Miracle Gel lacquers is what you want. Available in 19 shades, the Miracle Gel Color and Top Coat promises strong nails with durable colour and shine that will last for up to 14 days. Start with clean, dry nails and apply two coats of Miracle Gel Color (no base coat needed). Follow that with one coat of Top Coat and simply let the natural light work its magic. Retailing for S$16.90 at Watsons, Guardian, BHG and John Little. The Duo Packs retails at a promotional price of S$16.90 each, while stocks last.

HERE TO STAY. Make-up junkies will be pleased to know that you can now get your NARS Cosmetics fix at Sephora at ION Orchard. This includes the very much-sought-after limited-edition Sephora exclusives. First up is the debut of the And God Created The Woman eye kit (S$85), a sleek palette of six shimmering shadows, which also includes a travel-size Smudgeproof Eyeshadow Base and a travel-size Wide Contour Brush.

FUN-SIZED STYLING NEEDS. Everyone needs a travel-size collection in their beauty cabinet, such as TONI&GUY’s Hair Meet Wardrobe Minis range, a four-product offering that includes a shampoo, a conditioner, a hair spray and a heat protection mist. Each product allows your hair to shine and you don’t have to worry about how your mane looks as you go about your day looking fresh and feeling fab. Retailing from S$5.90 to S$11.90 at selected Watsons stores.

CLEANSE WITH EASE. Removing the day’s make-up and grime is easy with NIVEA’s facial wipes. The 3-in-1 Exfoliating Wipes contains antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties that eliminate the bacteria that cause breakouts — suitable for oily and combination skin types. The Refreshing Facial Cleansing Wipes cleanses and tones without drying the skin, thanks to its lotus extract and Vitamin E; the Gentle Facial Cleansing Wipes soothes dry and sensitive skin; while the Fragrance Free Facial Cleansing Wipes cleans, tones and hydrates. Retailing from S$9.50 to S$9.90 at all personal care stores and supermarkets, including Watsons, Guardian, Cold Storage and NTUC Fairprice outlets.