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Beauty buzz

Vanessa Yung

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From left: Astalift's Moisturizing Mask, Erbaviva's Shaping and Firming oils, Helena Rubinstein's Re-Plasty Age Recovery Eye Patch and Phyto's 7 Hydrating Day Cream.

With the festive season over, it's time for a little recuperative pampering in preparation for the next round of parties.

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works to hydrate, plump and revive tired skin, thanks to the Japanese brand's anti-ageing essence, which contains astaxanthin, collagen, royal jelly, rye seed extract and damask rose. Designed to cover the whole face, for optimal absorption, the stretchable fabric is also said to have a lifting effect.

work together to help re-shape skin after too much indulgence. The avocado- and olive-infused products should be used one after the other, for two to four weeks at a time. The former helps reduce water retention via warming and detoxifying ingredients such as pink pepper, ginger and grapefruit; the latter features cell-regenerating and toning helichrysum, sandalwood and frankincense.

Helena Rubinstein's Re-Plasty Age Recovery Eye Patch (HK$1,400/ 6 pieces), described as a "band-aid" for the eyes, promises to help fatigued and puffy eyes in just 10 minutes. Made using bio-cellulose technology, the patch fits snuggly over the eye. It is said to counteract various problems, from fine lines and wrinkles to dryness and sagging.

is intended to remedy the damage heat and styling products inflict on our hair. This leave-in conditioner has a blend of seven hydrating and regenerating plant extracts that work best on dry strands and brings back softness and shine. It also defrizzes and prevents splitting.

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