Beauty intel: SK-II, Bioderma, KOSE SEKKISEI, Laneige x pushBUTTON

LANEIGE MEETS FASHION. You can’t pass on a collaborative creation as good as the Laneige x pushBUTTON collection. Working with Korean fashion label pushBUTTON, Laneige has crafted a limited-edition make-up collection, which features the beauty brand’s signature products, such as the BB Cushion (S$59), Eye Shadow (S$40) and Serum Intense Lipstick (S$34) adorned with the main design pattern of pushBUTTON’s F/W 2014 collection. Available exclusively at Laneige boutiques while stocks last.

SUPREME PROTECTION. Do you tan easily or find that you regularly need to blot your face to remove excess oil? You can now rest easy with Bioderma Photoderm MAX Dry Touch SPF50+ UVA 36. The sunscreen guards against UVA and UVB rays, ensuring you are well protected even from the UV rays that penetrate through glass. It also protects 99.8 per cent of cellular DNA, which means it curbs an excessive generation of free radicals on skin to prevent further damage. Sensitive skin can withstand UV rays a little better every day upon regular application, while users with oily skin can revel in the fact that it absorbs excess sebum and offers a dry-touch finish. Retailing for S$44.90 at selected Guardian stores.

CLEANSE WELL. Cleansing is the most important step in your skincare routine. Try KOSE SEKKISEI Facial Essence Soap (S$28) and KOSE SEKKISEI Clear Cleansing Oil (S$39) to help you with that. The Facial Essence Soap is gentle on skin, removing old skin cells that contain melanin (one of the causes of dullness), excess sebum and blackheads. It lathers up easily for a fuss-free wash and smells heavenly, too. The Clear Cleansing Oil, on the other hand, is perfect for those who wear make-up regularly as it thoroughly removes waterproof make-up, grime and pore-clogging debris for smooth and clear skin. Available at KOSE counters.

SKIN REVOLUTION. Until Sept 5, enjoy a slew of promotions at the SK-II Pitera Pod at TANGS Orchard. Learn more about your skin with the SK-II Magic Ring test and receive a customised three-piece sample kit and a seven-day sample kit of the new STEMPOWER Eye Cream. Plus, if you guess your skin age correctly before the test, you stand to win a Facial Treatment Mask worth S$22. How sweet is that?