FRESH SLICK. If you find yourself having to touch up your make-up every half hour, perhaps you should invest in a make-up primer, such as benefit’s Stay Flawless 15-hour primer. It’s a nifty stick formula that is formulated without parabens and glides onto skin for a natural finish. And yes, it leaves your foundation intact and your make-up looking fresh for up to 15 hours.

S$50 at all benefit counters.

FIRST-YEAR FESTIVITIES. To celebrate its first year in Singapore, Korean skincare brand Sulwhasoo has specially crafted a limited edition anniversary set, which includes its bestsellers in handy travel sizes. Look out for the First Care Activating Serum (40ml), Gentle Cleansing Oil (50ml) and Essential Firming Cream (25ml), all neatly packed in a box illustrated with Singapore’s iconic landmarks.

S$88 (worth S$120) at Takashimaya, Tangs Orchard and Tangs VivoCity.

EXCLUSIVE TOUCH. Le Labo’s City Exclusive scents are crafted to pay homage to the cities Le Labo has stores in, namely New York, London, Paris, Tokyo, Chicago and Los Angeles. This year, alongside two new creations for San Francisco and Dubai, Le Labo City Exclusive Event will be held in Singapore at escentials (#03-02/05, Paragon) from Sept 1 to Oct 15, so you can get your hands on these very exquisite offerings.

Priced at S$454 (for 50ml).

A BURST OF COLOUR. Giorgio Armani Beauty’s Flash Lacquer leaves your lips with a lustrous shine and a formula so outstanding, its colour intensifies with every applied layer. The Flash Lacquer comes in 27 different shades — including dusty pinks, soft nudes and tangy reds — that will surely suit every occasion, leaving your lips looking like a million bucks.

S$43, exclusively at DFS Galleria Singapore.

GOOD BUYS. Popular online fashion store NET-A-PORTER has introduced its beauty category into Asia Pacific — yes, that includes us. Choose from a sweet and carefully edited selection of established and cult beauty offerings, including Kevyn Aucoin, Oribe, Natura Bisse, Ilia, Lucas Papaw and Joya.

Available at NET-A-PORTER.COM.