There are four ranges — Sexy Glam, Romance, Essentials, and Swimwear — designed to complement your body shape while being feminine and provocative. You get the ultimate intimate shopping experience here. Each piece of lingerie is stored inside drawers labeled with specific sizes — simply picks the ones that catch your eye and head to the boudoir-like fitting rooms. The rooms are spacious enough to fit another person inside, and you can also choose the mood you want in the room — romance, sexy or glamour —to see how your lingerie looks like in different lighting.

If you can’t decide what to buy, simply park yourself at one of the two cozy lounge areas and take your time to decide on your purchases. If you need assistance or even a cup of cappuccino, just call for the sales concierge!

Question :

If the under-wire is causing you discomfort at the sides.

Suggestion:

Our professional advice your to check the cup size and under the band, which should be firm but comfortable. A good guide: Fit two fingers under the band when you’re trying it on. Press the wires to your rib cage —you shouldn’t be able to feel your breasts at this point. Also check the wire positions during the fitting as a poor fit can cause health issues like tingling fingers or tender breasts.

Question:

This is common if you over-tighten the strap to try and increase the support from the cup. Some women experience heavy indents on their shoulders and even suffer from headaches because of ill-fitting straps.

Suggestion:

Over-tightening the strap will lead to a loss of support at the front of the bra. Your bra should fit correctly through the under the band and cup volume—the straps just hold up the cup.

Question :

Wrinkled bra cups. This is a sign that the cups are too big for the breast size.

Suggestion:

Reduce the cup size and check that the underhand fits snugly.

The boutique is divided into two sections: a brightly lit area displaying everyday basics and problem solvers like loss-back bras, and a more warmly lit section filled with necessities for a night of seduction.

Don’t be stuck on bra size here as each brand has its own unique fit —the elasticity and type of materials used will determine the size you wear.

Chalone’s trained lingerie consultants (aka Chalone’s Angels) do not use a tape measure to determine your size. They’ll tell you that it doesn’t take a woman’s unique body shape into consideration. Instead, they’re trained to assess each customer using their superior product knowledge and fitting expertise. The personalized fitting can take as long as you want, until you’re completely satisfied.

Well-endowed women will feel right at home at Chalone. From C to G cups, the boutique stocks a wide range of lingerie to meet your support and style needs. Even better, any time you need a bra band taken in, strap shortened or the bra pads sewn in for extra lift, just ask and the Angels will come to your rescue.

The shape and size of your breasts change over time so get yourself fitted every six months. It’s not common knowledge, but the bra style precedes the size you wear.

While the size may be right, the style you choose may not fit your bust shape, which is why well-endowed women shouldn’t wear strapless bras — it just isn’t flattering.

The delectable line-up is practically guaranteed to boost any woman’s confidence, from the sexy and fashion-forward White Laundry, to the detail-driven Princesse Tam Tam, playful Ed Hardy Intimates, sensual Dim and the legendary Italian Parah.

In addition to imported brands, Blush! Has a long tradition and proven track record of producing stylish intimates under its own label. The designs are European-inspired, but the materials, such as French lace and stretchy fabric, are carefully selected to provide the best fit for Asian women.

You get the season’s latest looks that are also high on comfort. Look out for the seductive in-house line of lingerie and nightwear, available in coordinated bikini bottoms, thongs and G-strings in classic colors.

About Bra….

CLASSIC BRA

Characterized by cups that almost completely cover the breasts, it has central straps and a high, shaped back. Best for larger breasts that need firm support and control.

TRIANGLE BRA

The neckline and cups come in a triangular shape, with central straps and a low, unshaped back. Suitable for smaller breasts that don’t need much internal support.

BANDEAU BRA

Strapless or with removable straps, the cups cover the breasts and are often trimmed with a silicone border to prevent them from slipping off.

BALCOMETTE BRA

The cup reveals and highlights the upper part of the breasts by pushing them up. Straps are at the side with a lower back and underwire cup — perfect for low necklines.

Blotchy skin is a common complaint in Asian country. What are the causes?

Cumulative sun damage causes premature aging and pigment formation, this result in sun and age spots. Some people are genetically predisposed to pigmentation like freckles, while melasma ( “the mask of pregnancy”) is due to hormonal changes. Another unique feature of Asian skin is post inflammatory hyperpigmentation in which the skin darkens after injury from, for example, too strong an acid peel. I encounter these conditions daily in my practice.

Any treatment?

Some doctor would need to assess  with their patient and discuss the possible options and outcomes. Using a good sun-block will definitely prevent worsening of the pigmentation. You can use creams — a good start although the results are slow. I usually use Photo-rejuvenation which involves an energy source either from light or laser to fragment the pigment under the skin without burning the outer skin layer. Hence, there is no reddening, pain or downtime.

Lightening of the pigment can be noticed within a week but results vary from 20%-80% depending on the individual. Consistent use of creams and sun-block will improve the final outcome. The results, though never perfect, are about as good as what medical technology can offer. That’s probably why we get many new patients by way of recommendation.

How has it affected your treatment of pigmentary disorders?

When first started aesthetic practice, treatment options were limited to just creams, chemical peels and microdermabrasion. Some lightening could be seen after a few months. Technology has improved tremendously and I have been using a combination of mild burning ablative lasers and non-burning non- ablative lasers with much better results.

What Causes Hair Loss In Women?

It could be due to such factors as childbirth, menopause and other hormonal changes, illness, a poor diet and stress.

Any Solution? Are They Safe?

Not all women respond positively to over-the-counter hair-loss treatments or prescribed oral medication. In fact, some topical lotions may cause more hair loss as they sting or burn the scalp, resulting in itchiness and sensitized skin.

Some professional hair care salon is a clinically-proven solution that’s been documented in over 20~30 years of clinical studies to prevent hair loss and promote hair re-growth.

What Is Laser Hair Therapy?

Each half-hour session starts by placing a rotating hood on the scalp area. This stimulates the follicles while reducing the distance between the scalp and the 3o individual lasers, which operate at 67o nanometers, the optimal range for penetration to stimulate dormant hair follicles into re-growth and increase blood flow to scalp cells.

A twice-weekly treatment is recommended for the first three months, followed by a once-a-week session over the next three months.

How Effective Is It?

This FDA-approved treatment has shown visible improvement in about 85 per cent of users, who see healthier, thicker and fuller-looking hair within 15~18 weeks. This treatment is painless, safe and has no side effects.

ORIGINS MAKE A DIFFERENCE SKIN REJUVENATING SHEET MASK

Rose of Jericho and other ingredients hydrate and deeply nourish to heal UV and environmental damage. Your skin will appear younger, with less lines and skin discoloration.

SK-II FACIAL TREATMENT MASK

Infused with SK-Il Pitera, which increases the skin’s metabolism and rate of renewal, for crystal clear skin. It also hydrates skin, so fine lines and flakiness are kept at bay.

THE FACE SHOP VITA-B MASK SHEET

Contains cucumber and broccoli extracts, plus vitamin B to moisturize, brighten skin tone and help fight acne. Gives stressed skin an energy boost as well.

OLAY TOTAL EFFECTS 7-1N-1 ANTI-AGING FACIAL STRETCH MASK

Effectively reduces the signs of aging so skin looks more radiant. Stretch technology ensures the mask fits the contours of your face.

Contains Gamma PGA, said to have 10 times the hydrating power of hyaluronic acid, the mask reduces fine lines and enhances skin’s natural moisturizing ability, leaving skin elastic
and radiant.
FANCL AQUA REPAIRING MASK

Smooths fine lines with ingredients like raffinose and hyaluronic acid that boost skin’s moisture levels and strengthen its barrier function. Leaves skin smooth and plump.

THE FACE SHOP VITA-E MASK SHEET

Contains of milk, eggs and vitamin E to nourish and moisturize skin, fight free radicals and protect skin against sun damage.

On my days off, I’d rather experiment with my styling tools than make an appointment at the salon, before heading to town for drinks with my friends.

One of my all-time favorites is Panasonic’s EH 1771, a lightweight curling iron that gives me gorgeous and healthy-looking curls in minutes. This is a must-have, especially when a last-minute appointment crops up.

With a fast heat-up time of just one minute, this curling iron is extremely convenient and fun to use. The best part is, I can take my time to style my hair in the comforts of home, and still be on time for my appointment.

The fluorine-coated iron has twin external ion outlets that release negative ions to coat each strand of hair, leaving it smooth and manageable.

Even my girlfriends who don’t usually fuss over their hair are now great fans of this versatile and convenient styling tool after they tried mine out.

With the Panasonic EH 1771, I can always look pulled together for agency casting calls and meetings with clients.

Estee Lauder Stress Relief Eye Mask

Botanical extracts give the delicate eye area a revitalizing pick-me-up, to soothe, refresh, relax and hydrate all at once. Reduces puffiness and fine lines, too.

Shiseido Benefiance Eye Treatment Mask

The cooling gel mask has ginseng to energies, and Bio-Hyaluronic Acid to hydrate and moisturize. The eye area looks lifted, smoother and revitalized.

Skinvitals Eyelift

To lift and reduce fine lines and wrinkles around the eye area, this contains the powerful antioxidant co-enzyme Q10 and soya protein which nourish and regenerate skin.

PHILIPS SATINELLE ICE PREMIUM

Design

The longest and lightest, its slim handle was easy to grip. It has ceramic blades with a slight curve. There is a two-speed knob in front.

Function

We could use it cordless or plugged into a power point. Takes 16 hours of charging for 20 minutes of use. It comes with a shaving head and two skin coolers — for the leg, and the bikini line and underarms — which makes epilating less painful. Just freeze the skin coolers and attach to the epilator before use. It also comes with an exfoliating buff, charger holder, small cleaning brush and a pouch.

Performance

It was easy and effective as the blade contours roiled easily over skin. It took a few rolls to remove fine hairs, but the skin coolers helped soothe skin, which didn’t feel sore after epilating.

Verdict

Effective; best used plugged in

VALERA COMFORT’EPIL SET 650.02

Design

Flatter and wider than the rest, it gave a good grip with its narrower end. The epilator head is straight and made up of 36 tweezers discs that are designed to epilate quickly and effectively. Switches on with the two-speed switch — a spotlight comes on as well.

Function

It comes with three heads — to epilate, shave and exfoliate; also includes an attachment for sensitive areas, an extra exfoliation attachment, cleaning brush and a pouch. It can be used corded or cordless. The first charge takes 16 hours; subsequent ones take eight hours for an hour of use.

Performance

We would have preferred a slightly contoured blade, which hugs skin better. But it removed all hairs effectively, although skin felt a little raw after use.

Verdict

Light and handy

RED Earth Makeup

Red Earth has captured the hearts’ of makeup lovers, celebrities and top beauty editors from around the globe. Famed for its ‘Premium Beauty Made Easy’ philosophy, beauty is made accessible to everyone. Red Earth offers a distinct and unrivalled combination of professional, premium and stylish products. They are simple to use and feature individual problem solving solutions.

Suisse Programme Skincare.

Dedicated to provide the best skincare products with the most advance technology, Suisse Programme successfully developed a real innovation – the exclusive Biodynamic Cellular Complex (BCC) which increases skin regeneration processes, improves skin vitality, restores skin radiance and reinforces the natural moisturizing action.

BRAUN SILK.EPIL XPRESSIVE 5375Z

Design

Its slightly curvy shape made it the most ergonomic. A bit heavy, but the weight and tiltable epilating head pressed close to the skin for a good shave. Epilates at two speeds, with a bright red light illuminating the skin. Two smaller lights indicate when it’s fully charged.

Function

It comes with an epilating head with three caps — beginner, efficiency (for high speed) and massage (for less pain) — and a shaving head with a trim and shave option. There’s also a cleaning brush, 10 pre-epilating wipes and a pouch. Use it cordless or corded. An hour’s charge gives you 40 minutes of use.

Performance

We liked the choice of heads: the efficiency head removed even fine hair thoroughly while the massage head removed hair almost painlessly. Skin felt smooth and soothed after.

Verdict

Caters to everyone, even beginners.

With their satin glimmer, Gold heart’s cultured pearl necklace from Japan shouldn’t be reserved for special occasions. For work, you can’t go wrong pairing pearls with a black sheath dress or twin set.

Or layer a few long strands or wrap one multiple times around your wrist to dress up even a simple jeans-and-T-shirt combo.

Way 11: Aromatherapy

Essential oils affect hormone secretion and your thoughts. For inner calm, choose chamomile, pine, lavender or marjoram.

Way 12 : Green Day

Exposing yourself to a natural environment is perfect for inducing calm. No time to get out of the city? Then potter around in the garden. No garden? Then tend to your houseplants. It’s the interaction with nature that is the key.

Way 13 : Chinese Qi Gong

Related to tai chi, qi gong (“energy breathing”) is an ancient Chinese exercise, combining rhythmic breathing with gentle movements, mental focus and inner stillness. Very little physical activity is involved-meaning you need little space, time or strength to reap the benefits.

Way 14 : Tea Break

Shun the stimulus of high doses of caffeine and try a chamomile flower brew instead, believed by many herbalists to help generate inner calm.

Way 15 : Live For The Moment

Living in the present brings inner calm because it stops you from dwelling on past negatives and fearing the future. A good way of waking yourself up to the present is to change your routines. Take a different route to work so that you’ll pay attention to what’s going on

Skincare.

Methode SWISS creates lines of products with the most advanced skincare technologies of Switzerland, the highest quality natural ingredients and scientific principles. Its various skincare lines offer comprehensive care for your skin, illustrating the pure, simple but effective skincare magic of Switzerland.

MaxiSlim Solution Fully Body Session and one 200 ml Bio-Active Body Firming Cream

BodyPerfect can help you transform yourself with tailored programmes based on your unique needs and lifestyle. To complement its slimming programmes, BodyPerfect’s Bio-Active Body Firming Cream has been specially formulated to help maximize results. Available in pharmacy and departmental store.

Way 6: Let There Be Light

Daylight regulates our bio-rhythm, and is responsible for our psychological equilibrium. If you spend all day in an office and finish late, you could be denying yourself calming, healing light. Get out at lunchtime, and take long walks on weekends to increase your light quota.

Way 7: Balancing Your Brain

Developing your intuition helps you achieve inner harmony by balancing the right and left sides of your brain, using it productively is essential in keeping you rooted and bringing you a sense of calm.

Make creative ideas work, follows your hunches, and actively use visualization and meditation methods —these will all help you connect with your intuitive source.

Way 8 : Herbal Tonics

Look for calming herbal formulas which contain skullcap and passionflower compounds in tincture form, which you can drink. For long-term calm, use herbal tonics with essential oils.

Way 9: Animal

Studies have suggested that over 90 per cent of cat owners find their pet a vital aid to relaxation, while interaction with a dog is known to induce a deep state of calm by slowing heart rate and lowering your blood pressure.

Way 10 : Transcendental

Practiced by five million people worldwide, the easy­-to-master technique of transcendental meditation is renowned for its inner-balancing capabilities. It calms the body, can be learned in days, and removes all stress — replacing it with clarity and a sense of perspective.

Way 1 : Expand Your Vision

Find a point opposite you, just above eye-level, and keeping your eyes on that point, begin to slowly broaden your field of vision to notice more of what’s on either side of that point, so that, eventually, you’re paying attention to what’s visible in the corners of your eyes.

You should begin to feel your breathing moving lower in your chest, slowing down, becoming deeper. You’ll also feel your facial muscles relaxing. This “peripheral vision” technique activates a part of the nervous system that restores inner calm.

Way 2: Healthy Meal

Complex carbohydrates — whole-wheat, cereals and rye — produce serotonin in the body, which has a effect on the brain’s chemistry. Vitamin B6 is also essential in serotonin production, so eat B6-rich foods — bananas, raisins and sweet potatoes — regularly to give your body the necessary fuel to help soothe you the nutritional way.

Way 3 : Music

Never underestimate the magic of music. “Classical music is extremely calming, Baroque classical is particularly effective — it’s very powerful and has been shown to lower the incidence of road rage in drivers.

Way 4 : Take a Short Rest / Nap

Suggest you taking regular “time-outs” when you feel overwhelmed. An easy way is to just shut your eyes. Then, allow your eyes to drift upwards and imagine you’re viewing the sky through your closed eyes. The technique mimics eye behavior when you sleep and tricks the mind into inducing calm.

Way 5 : Off Your 21^st Century Life

Switch off your mobile. Don’t read e-mail. Ignore text messages. Do this regularly to restore equilibrium. New technologies were supposed to help us but, instead, they’ve overloaded us indiscriminately. The mobile and internet revolution makes people constantly accessible, leaving them no ‘down-time’ to relax, reflect and be calm. It’s crazy—and unhealthy.

Bella Skin Care Dermatech Age Defence Cream.

The formula of the revolutionary DermaTecr Age Defence Solution is captured in a jar as an anti-ageing home remedy. Lightly scented with natural essences, the dual-action DermaTecr Age Defence Cream is formulated to offer time-release benefits which effectively eradicates pigmentation and protects skin cells from being damaged. Available in departmental store and pharmacies.

Eucerin Q10 Active Eye Cream & Treatment Cover Cream

Eucerin Q10 Active Eye Cream functions as an antioxidant and cell protecting UV filter to visibly diminish the appearance of dark circles and reduce the depth of lines. Eucerin Treatment Cover Cream contains 25% Zinc Oxide and Panthenol to promote rapid healing of pimples and acne spots. Available in pharmacy and departmental store.

Cyber Color Total Essential Care Skincare

Cyber Colors Total Essential Care Gentle Cleansing Cream gently removes make-up and impurities. Its Total Essential Care Gentle Skin Refresher contains natural green tea extracts, as well as Portulaca Oleracea and deep sea water, all with three capabilities – anti­cancer, anti-inflammation, anti-oxidation.

EDP (50ML)

The fruity cocktail develops into a warm musky mix of bergamot, lily of the valley, sandal flower, vanilla, sandalwood, musk and amber.

RALPH LAUREN NOTORIOUS EDP (50ML)
Inspired by Faye Dunaway, Lauren Bacall and Ingrid Bergman, the smoldering actresses in Notorious, the classic Alfred Hitchcock film noir.
The sparkling floral oriental has Chocolate Cosmos (their proprietary fragrance ingredient), blackcurrant, Italian bergamot, white frost peonies, carnations, orris and patchouli musk.

KENZO AMOUR LE PARFUM (50ML)
Inspired by The sacred golden light shimmering off the gilded-gold pagodas of Burma, Cambodia and Thailand.
Opulently rich and sensual, with Indonesian Patchouli, Somalian incense, vanilla, Siamese benzoin balm, amber and frangipani flower and rice.

DKNY DELICIOUS NIGHT EDP (50ML)

The electric undercurrent and forbidden possibilities of New York City at night.

Ginger and blackberry martini, before it transforms into a sumptuous bouquet of orchid, jasmine and iris, and ends with intoxicating amber, black incense, myrrh and vetiver.

ANNA SUI NIGHT OF FANCY EDT (50 ML)

A young woman who’s discovering the mystery and seductiveness of night.

Luscious blueberry, grapefruit leaves and wild strawberries, transforming into a floral blend that include stephanotis, jasmine sambac, and cashmeran.

PHYTOMER’S DECOLLETE PARFAIT

Neck and Decollete Renewing Care maintains the tone and elasticity in your neck and decollete. The light emulsion contains sweet almond oil and marine anti-melanin complex, among other things, that work to prevent dark spots and wrinkled skin. Available at leading spas, salons and departmental store.

SKIN DOCTOR

Premature Aging of delicate facial skin due to sun exposure can lead to dark spots, dullness and loss of skin elasticity. To combat these effects, try up Skin Doctors’ Photo Age Reverse. It contains Venuceana, which mimics anti-free radical enzymes found naturally in skin. Available at pharmacy and departmental store.

LANCASTER’S REVOLCANIC

Skin needs both oil and moisture. Most people with oily skin tend to avoid moisturizers, and cleanse and blot frequently. This lack of oil causes moisture loss and dehydrated skin compensates by producing more oil, so skin gets even oilier. To achieve healthy skin, you should cleanse, tone and moisturise to maintain a good moisture balance.

Try Lancaster’s Revolcanic Deep Moisturising Gel, with its volcano water and crest marine (a Mediterranean plant), which is rich in minerals and trace elements.

LANCASTER’S INFINITE WHITE

Melasmatic tissue is common in women, and is caused by the stimulation of pigment producing cells by female sex hormones when skin is exposed to the sun. Lancaster’s Ultra Protection Tan Control SPF50 for face, which has a light texture, should suit you. To fade Melasmatic tissue, try Lancaster’s Infinite White range. Since you have dry skin, try the serum and cream, which has papaya complex, white orchid and bio-white complex rich in vitamin C to even out skin tone, illuminate and revitalize skin. It also contains retinol to boost collagen and increase cellular renewal for younger-looking skin.