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A set of Alligator Jesus grillz made for singer Lil Nas X. Photo: Another Rendition
Fashion

What are grillz? Ask Alligator Jesus. He’s made sets for Lil Nas X, Beyoncé

Pearly whites are no longer in – but maybe they have not ever been. Ask Alligator Jesus, who makes custom dental accessories for celebrities.

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Celebrity Families

Meet make-up maven Charlotte Tilbury’s nepo niece, Bella Broekman-Tilbury

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Fame and celebrity

Who is singer Sofia Carson’s beauty maven sister, Paulina Char?

Meghan Markle and Prince Harry

Who is Meghan Markle’s protective friend, make-up artist Daniel Martin?

Martin, who is of French-Vietnamese descent, got into make-up at a young age – now, some of his clients include Nicola Coughlan, Jessica Biel, Priyanka Chopra and Elisabeth Moss.

Who is Meghan Markle’s friend, make-up artist Daniel Martin? Photo: @danielmartin/Instagram
Skincare

Why organic compound salicylic acid is the unsung superhero of skincare

This powerful exfoliant effectively tackles oily skin, breakouts and blackheads by diving in deep to unclog pores and reduce inflammation while refreshing the skin.

Wellness

Animal-based skincare is back – from bee venom to salmon sperm facials

While vegan or plant-based skincare products once held sway, now animal-based remedies are topping TikTok trends – but this time they have a modern twist and are a more ethical solution than they once were.

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Fame and celebrity

How does Michelle Monaghan look so youthful at 48?

At 48, Monaghan hardly looks a day over 30 – here’s what we know about her wellness routine, from her workouts and favourite skincare products to baking as a form of meditation.

Michelle Monaghan looks after her skin – and so doesn’t look a day over 30, despite nearly being in her 50s. Photos: @michellemonaghan/Instagram
TikTok

Peering behind the TikTok trend of eye-colour surgery – the risks and costs

Cosmetic iris implanting, laser pigment removal, keratopigmentation: these new surgical techniques promise what was once in the realm of fiction – but they come at considerable cost.

Celebrity style

Is ink out? Have tattoos become so common that they have lost their edginess?

A number of A-listers are spending big on removing their tattoos as they become more ‘mature‘, but some tattooists argue people are wanting not fewer but better tattoos.

Wellness

Women’s facial hair exists – it’s time we talked about it openly

Genetics, hormones, ageing and conditions like polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) can all lead to moustache and chin hair on women – but this is natural and nothing to be ashamed of.

Facial hair on women has been a largely unspoken issue, but that is changing. Photo: Trunk Archive
Luxury brands

8 unmissable beauty looks from fashion week in Paris and Milan

It wasn’t only the fashion that drew gasps and applause at the autumn/winter 2025 ready-to-wear shows – head-turning innovations in hair and make-up were also the subject of much discussion.

Dishevelled manes were the look for Prada during 2025 Milan Fashion Week in February as brand after brand showed off striking makeup looks to accentuate their latest ready-to-wear outfits. Photo: AFP
Fragrances

How to build a fragrance wardrobe to fit every mood and situation

Fragrance chemist Philip Kraft advises on the process of collating perfumes using the 4 ‘mood boards’ of the scent world.

Style Edit

Style Edit: The story behind Henry Jacques’ In All Intimacy collection

In All Intimacy, whose first chapter was inspired by Rafael Nadal and Maria Perelló, continues with fragrances from Heron Preston and Sabrina Albarello, each capturing the essence of a unique bond.

Wellness

Now in pill form, hair loss treatment easier to use, may be more effective

Hair loss solution minoxidil in the 1990s was a sticky topical solution applied to the scalp. Now you can take it orally. It may work better.

Minoxidil, once applied topically to treat hair loss, now comes in pill form. Photo: Shutterstock
Thailand

‘Scared of dark skin’ no more? Young Thais reject stigma as beauty norms evolve

With a new generation of Thais challenging biases and redefining beauty norms, fair skin’s once-unquestioned dominance appears to be fading.

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Miss Thailand Anna Sueangam-Iam 2022 walks onstage at a Miss Universe contest. While some beauty pageants now celebrate more diverse aesthetics, Thailand’s most popular television shows still star fair-skinned leads. Photo: Getty Images/AFP
Skincare

Waterless beauty products: more sustainable and less hassle at the airport

Dip and Bite are two more brands innovating hair and oral care products that use solids, creams and powders instead of heavy, water-based liquids.

Singapore

Cosmetic cravings: Asia’s Gen Z risk it all to keep their youthful looks

Young Southeast Asians are running a gauntlet of bootleg botox, fake fillers and clandestine clinics in their quest to defy ageing.

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Fame and celebrity

8 deodorant-free celebrities, from Leonardo DiCaprio to Kourtney Kardashian

Stars like Kourtney Kardashian and Tom Ford may earn millions and rub shoulders with other celebrities, but they don’t spend on smelling good, whether for health, the environment or sex appeal.

Celebrities such as Julia Roberts, Matthew McConaughey and Kourtney Kardashian avoid deodorant. Photos:@juliaroberts; @officiallymcconaughey; @kourtneykardash/Instagram
Fashion

How to really make your eyelashes stand out, according to celebrity MUAs

Harris Reed, Dries Van Noten and Ganni all featured artistically styled lashes on their spring/summer 2025 runways.

Music

If music be the food of love, spray on. Conductor’s perfumery sideline

Dallas Symphony Orchestra music director describes his love for perfumery as well as how music and fragrance can evoke the same emotions.

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Skincare

Spring is here: time to reset your skincare regime for sunny days ahead

The change of season requires a lighter approach to skincare to ensure you let all that lovely vitamin D in – but don’t forget to keep the UV out and always stay moisturised.

Say goodbye to the winter cold: it’s time to reset your skincare regime for sunny days ahead with lighter products such as Peter Thomas Roth Water Drench Hyaluronic Cloud Cream. Photo: Handout
Skincare

How neurocosmetics are promising to revolutionise beauty

Ingredients in neurocosmetics, such as beta-endorphin-triggering compounds, promise to soothe frayed nerves and improve the skin, blending beauty with emotional healing in a single routine.

CAP Beauty’s Serotoner taps into the power of Griffonia, a plant loaded with 5-HTP – the precursor to serotonin. Photo: Handout
Fragrances

Mane event: why hair perfumes are the new must-have, from Gisou to Chanel

Jen Atkin, founder of Ouai and Kashish Golani, founder of Ovviovita are among those creating scents that hydrate, protect and add shine, merging hair care with perfume for a luxurious finish.

Celebrity children

Who is Dr Barbara Sturm’s budding influencer daughter, Charly Sturm?

Charly Sturm is the daughter of controversial celebrity lawyer Adam Waldman and the woman who invented the ‘Blood Facial’ popularised by Kim Kardashian

Paris Fashion Week

Paris Fashion Week 2025: from Valentino’s ‘club toilet’ to Hermès horsing around

Hermès’ Nadège Vanhée emphasised the house’s equestrian roots, Balenciaga’s Demna embraced haphazardness, Valentino’s Alessandro Michele blended classy and seedy, while Burton’s show was a must-see.

The opening look at Givenchy autumn/winter 2025, designer Sarah Burton’s first collection for the maison. Photo: Handout
Skincare

How gold, silver and platinum are revolutionising luxury skincare

From Cleopatra to nanotech: precious metals in beauty regimes according to influencer Renée Chow, Joyce Beauty’s Harriet Lee, and Subtle Energies spa founder Farida Irani.

Once confined to the jewellery box, gold, silver and platinum are taking their place in the skincare cabinet as well. Photo: Trunk Archive
South Korea

Rise of South Korea’s plastic surgery empire: ‘just like getting ice cream’

As plastic surgery becomes normalised in South Korea, platforms such as Gangnam Unni are helping bring in foreign visitors chasing beauty.

Louis Vuitton

Look out for Louis Vuitton lips. Fashion label is branching into beauty

LVMH label to begin selling lipstick, eyeshadow and lip balm, with British make-up maestro Pat McGrath leading its creative direction.

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