Beauty intel: SCO, The Body Shop, Aesop, YSL

Sun protector. Looking for a sunscreen that hydrates, protects and brightens your skin? SCO Sunlover Facescreen SPF50 PA+++ will do the trick. It heals damaged skin, protects it from harmful UV rays, lightens pigmentation and retains moisture. It is non-greasy too — an excellent option for oily skin types. Retailing at S$35 at all Strip, Browhaus and Spa Esprit outlets, and at We Need A Hero.

BB perfection. Fighting blemishes and obtaining a flawless complexion is easy with The Body Shop Tea Tree Flawless BB Cream. The soothing anti-bacterial properties of tea tree oil from Kenya combat spots and allow for spotless, smooth skin. It comes in three shades — light, medium and dark — and is suitable for men and women. Retailing at S$29.90 at The Body Shop stores.

Club Street arrival. Australian label Aesop’s latest signature store is located on Club Street and boasts an interior inspired by the vicinity’s colonial architecture. Choose from a full range of body care, skin and hair products crafted using superior botanical and laboratory-generated ingredients. Located at 52 Club Street.

Pop effect. Choose from 12 stunning shades of pinks, reds, nudes and tangerines from the YSL Baby Doll Kiss & Blush range. This product is a cross between a lip colour and a cheek blush, with an easily blended formula for luminous and matte finishes. Simply dab the tint on the apples of your cheeks for a healthy glow, or pat it on your puckers for an instant pop of colour. Retailing at S$50 at YSL stores and counters.