Deodorants
Paul Smith for Women ($230 per 100ml from ICON)
'It's long-lasting, not too overpowering and the scent is refreshing and simple for summer.'
Charmaine Cheung, managing executive, ICON cosmetics chain
Dry Idea by Gillette ($3.59/HK$28 per 2.5 oz from www.the-drugstore.com)
'I'm fiercely loyal to this roll-on. The light, powdery fragrance is feminine and clean and it works really well for a long time. Every time I'm in the United States, I bring back five bottles.'
Constance Haisma-Kwok, beautycolumnist, South China Morning Post
Dr Mist ($16 from www.mall2u.com.my)
'I find this scent-free, colourless anti-perspirant long-lasting. And you can use it on your feet as well as yourunderarms.'
Beatrice Lai, gym manager, Philip Wain Fitness & Beauty
Helmut Lang (US$22 per 2.4oz from www.helmutlang.com)
'I've finally discovered a deodorant that doesn't smell of fly killer or come in a horrible pink bottle. The packaging is really cool, the smell isn't overpowering and it seems to last forever.'
Tamsin Blanchard, style editor, The Observer newspaper
Escape by Calvin Klein ($130 per 75 grams from Seibu)
'It's long-lasting and refreshing, and the aroma is spicy, not too strong. It's easily distinguishable from other brands.'
Anthony Man, manager, New York Fitness