https://www.scmp.com/rss/318616/feed Heidi is a Digital Production Editor, and a contributor to the Life and Culture sections of the Post. Previously, she was Web Editor for Young Post. Born in Hong Kong and raised in Australia, she's an avid reader and animal lover. en https://assets.i-scmp.com/static/img/icons/scmp-meta-1200x630.png https://www.scmp.com While “maskne”, acne caused by wearing face masks, has been something many of us have had to deal with throughout the coronavirus pandemic, there may be other reasons you’re struggling with breakouts that are more sneaky. Before you throw your hands up and attack your skin with benzoyl peroxide, which can leave it extremely dry, have a look at whether any of these may be the cause of your problem. 1. Don’t work against your skin Many people make a mistake, thinking they’re breaking out because... https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/fashion-beauty/article/3159489/do-you-have-persistent-acne-five-sneaky-reasons-your-skin?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/fashion-beauty/article/3159489/do-you-have-persistent-acne-five-sneaky-reasons-your-skin?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 16 Dec 2021 22:15:19 +0000 With winter well and truly on our doorstep, it’s time to check in with our skin and reassess what it needs for the cooler, drier weather. A common mistake people make is not adjusting their routine throughout the year. Even within the same season, the climate or your day’s activities may vary and call for different ways to care for your skin. Not quite sure how to do that? Here are some pointers. Have a core routine Get familiar with your own skin type and build a basic routine that consists of... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/leisure/article/3159706/best-skincare-and-beauty-tips-winter-how-keep-your-skin?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/leisure/article/3159706/best-skincare-and-beauty-tips-winter-how-keep-your-skin?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 15 Dec 2021 01:00:28 +0000 Now that we’ve addressed how much misinformation there is online about make-up, let’s look at some social media influencers who are doing an excellent job of educating their followers on how to do it right. From debunking social media beauty hacks to sharing their professional insights on how to improve your technique, here are five make-up artists you’ll want to follow if you’re keen to pick up some legitimate skills. 1. Lisa Eldridge Not only is Lisa Eldridge a professional make-up artist to... https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/fashion-beauty/article/3153123/five-make-influencers-follow-tips-doing-your-own-home?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/fashion-beauty/article/3153123/five-make-influencers-follow-tips-doing-your-own-home?utm_source=rss_feed Sat, 23 Oct 2021 08:45:16 +0000 Let’s talk make-up. Aside from being a lifelong beauty enthusiast, I also trained as a make-up artist, and had Rae Morris, the longest serving make-up director of L’Oreal Paris, as a guest instructor. The training gave me the confidence to do the make-up for my friends’ weddings and photoshoots, but it’s also made me critical when it comes to make-up I see online. Robert Welsh, a professional make-up artist and YouTuber, says it best: “Individuality and creativity have no rules, but make-up most... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/post-magazine/fashion/article/3149675/what-has-instagram-done-make-how-it-became?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/post-magazine/fashion/article/3149675/what-has-instagram-done-make-how-it-became?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 23 Sep 2021 20:15:13 +0000 Even though many of us are still wearing face masks, there is absolutely no reason we can’t keep our lips looking spectacular. Having said that, it’s best to play around with looks that can better survive a mask. Here are five fun ideas. Tinted gloss Ever since the revival of the natural look in 2020, lip glosses have made a serious comeback. Lancome even brought back its iconic Juicy Tubes lip gloss that was discontinued in 2018 – that’s the level of comeback we’re talking about. To give your... https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/fashion-beauty/article/3147702/5-easy-lip-make-looks-your-face-mask-wont-mess-tinted?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/fashion-beauty/article/3147702/5-easy-lip-make-looks-your-face-mask-wont-mess-tinted?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 06 Sep 2021 23:15:14 +0000 Two years ago, we were already moving away from the matte, full-coverage and contoured look of the mid-2010s, but it was in 2020 when the your-skin-but-better trend really took off. With all the mask-wearing, it became more important to get overall beautiful-looking skin than it was to nail that beaming highlight or perfect liquid lip. Here are five tips for creating that gorgeous look that screams: “I may have been in lockdown, but don’t I look like I just came back from a beach... https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/fashion-beauty/article/3140427/five-easy-skincare-and-make-tricks-perfect-radiant-your?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/fashion-beauty/article/3140427/five-easy-skincare-and-make-tricks-perfect-radiant-your?utm_source=rss_feed Sat, 10 Jul 2021 11:45:10 +0000 Even before the Covid-19 pandemic, the simplicity of K-beauty was already getting noticed on social media. In the past 18 months, given that all of us have been behind masks, the perfectly crafted liquid lip and contour popularised by Instagram make-up gurus have become pointless. Instead, many of us started looking to the dewy complexion and natural make-up techniques that are the hallmark of K-beauty trends, taking a leaf out of Bae Suzy and Yoona’s book. The best thing about this make-up... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/news-trends/article/3139739/jisoo-blackpinks-k-beauty-get-her-easy-breezy-make-look?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/news-trends/article/3139739/jisoo-blackpinks-k-beauty-get-her-easy-breezy-make-look?utm_source=rss_feed Sun, 04 Jul 2021 02:52:00 +0000 Even before the pandemic, content creators who shared their skincare knowledge were gaining popularity on social media. But when the world went under varying degrees of isolation and we all stayed at home, “skinfluencers”, or skin influencers, really started to have their moment. From how to battle “maskne” (acne caused by wearing masks) to understanding different ingredients and how best to use them, skinfluencers suddenly found themselves in high demand.  Of the plethora of fun and informative... https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/fashion-beauty/article/3131365/5-youtube-skincare-influencers-help-you-better-understand?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/fashion-beauty/article/3131365/5-youtube-skincare-influencers-help-you-better-understand?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 28 Apr 2021 18:30:16 +0000 Heidi Yeung Heidi Yeung It goes without saying, we all wish the pandemic was over by now, but as it is, we all have to keep doing our part to protect ourselves and each other. On top of that, the weather is now definitely cooler and dryer, which may be causing maskne – acne from wearing a mask consistently – for the first time, or making it worse. There are two kinds of maskne. If it looks like regular acne and found on skin covered by your mask, it may be caused by moisture and humidity trapped under your mask, which... https://www.scmp.com/yp/discover/lifestyle/article/3121882/10-tips-preventing-maskne-annoying-acne-caused-face-masks?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/yp/discover/lifestyle/article/3121882/10-tips-preventing-maskne-annoying-acne-caused-face-masks?utm_source=rss_feed Tue, 16 Feb 2021 07:41:54 +0000 So … we’re still wearing masks.  It goes without saying, we all wish we were safely out of the woods by now, but the pandemic is still with us, and we all have to keep doing our part to protect ourselves and each other. Combine that with colder and drier weather, and you may be dealing with “maskne” – acne from wearing a mask consistently – for the first time, or it’s become worse. There are two kinds of maskne. If it looks like regular acne in the areas that are covered, it may be caused by... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/well-being/article/3120722/how-prevent-maskne-mask-acne-has-become-covid-19?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/well-being/article/3120722/how-prevent-maskne-mask-acne-has-become-covid-19?utm_source=rss_feed Sat, 06 Feb 2021 03:00:16 +0000 If this pandemic has taught us anything, it’s that it is a privilege to age – to live, to grow old and to create more memories. The effects of time showing on your face, however, might be less desirable. Although it’s impossible to stop the signs of ageing completely – even celebrities with access to the best aestheticians, dermatologists, make-up artists and skincare in the world can’t do this – we can still delay them as much as possible, all while striving to age gracefully, with plenty of... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/well-being/article/3117564/6-anti-ageing-skincare-tips-why-you-should-add-retinol?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/well-being/article/3117564/6-anti-ageing-skincare-tips-why-you-should-add-retinol?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 13 Jan 2021 08:28:31 +0000 What a year 2020 has been! Whether you’ve had a tough time or have been fortunate enough to sail through the last 12 months relatively unscathed, we can all agree that a little self-love is in order before the year is out. This holiday season (since we aren’t travelling anywhere just yet), treat yourself to something you might never have bought otherwise. Go on – you deserve it. Pat McGrath Mthrshp Mega: Celestial Divinity Palette This eyeshadow palette by make-up artist Pat McGrath contains 18... https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/fashion-beauty/article/3114737/5-luxury-beauty-gifts-worth-splurge-dyson-drunk-elephant?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/fashion-beauty/article/3114737/5-luxury-beauty-gifts-worth-splurge-dyson-drunk-elephant?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 21 Dec 2020 06:45:09 +0000 Glass skin is a Korean beauty trend that first went viral in 2017 and one that, as consumers become ever more aware and knowledgeable about skincare, continues to attract interest. You might think glass skin so impossibly perfect that it looks Photoshopped, and that it’s something only celebrities and influencers can hope to achieve. Not so. Glass skin is simply your skin at its healthiest; it is about making it appear smooth, plump and radiant. The trick is taking the time to get to know your... https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/fashion-beauty/article/3111625/five-steps-getting-glass-skin-korean-beauty-trend-thats?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/fashion-beauty/article/3111625/five-steps-getting-glass-skin-korean-beauty-trend-thats?utm_source=rss_feed Tue, 01 Dec 2020 20:15:17 +0000 Arctic blasts or not, winter is most definitely on its way and humidity levels in Hong Kong are about to drop. Admittedly from, like, 95 per cent to 70 per cent, but still! This writer should make clear that she’s no dermatologist or aesthetician – just as she’s no meteorologist. But she is someone who’s made a thorough study of skincare and make-up. So if your skin is suffering from serious dryness, seek a professional, but if you’re after some basic tricks to keep your skin hydrated and... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/well-being/article/3111999/5-winter-skincare-hacks-how-use-moisturiser-beauty-oils?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/well-being/article/3111999/5-winter-skincare-hacks-how-use-moisturiser-beauty-oils?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 30 Nov 2020 22:00:23 +0000 As consumers become more aware of the ethics surrounding the beauty products they use, many are turning to organic options as a choice that’s better for the environment, animals, and their conscience. The debate on whether organic products are “better” remains a thorny one – however, if you are interested in exploring the organic route, here are some brands to look into. Why are Hongkongers mad about Drunk Elephant’s skincare range? Juice Beauty View this post on... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/news-trends/article/3088812/organic-beauty-products-which-are-truly-sustainable-and?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/news-trends/article/3088812/organic-beauty-products-which-are-truly-sustainable-and?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 12 Jun 2020 19:00:16 +0000 We’re probably going to be wearing face masks in public for a while yet. With that in mind, do you really want to be stifling your skin under both a mask and layers of make-up? Instead, just take really good care of your skin for now, and focus on sun protection – after all, you don’t want a “mask tan” when this is all over. In an ideal world, you would find a broad spectrum sunscreen that protects against UVA and UVB, is non-greasy and can help your skin look smoother – but that’s a tall... https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/fashion-beauty/article/3086613/best-sunscreen-under-your-face-mask-one-doesnt-feel-heavy?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/fashion-beauty/article/3086613/best-sunscreen-under-your-face-mask-one-doesnt-feel-heavy?utm_source=rss_feed Tue, 02 Jun 2020 09:45:11 +0000 You’ve probably taken a financial hit from the coronavirus pandemic and are thinking twice before splashing out for that expensive make-up palette or night cream. To help your money go further, here are some things you definitely never have to stray beyond a drugstore to find, global crisis or no global crisis. Lip balm Whether it’s Drunk Elephant or Nivea, the primary ingredients are always going to be a variety of oils and shea butter. Why spend US$18 on a product that does the exact same... https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/fashion-beauty/article/3081689/how-look-great-less-these-five-beauty-products-drugstore?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/fashion-beauty/article/3081689/how-look-great-less-these-five-beauty-products-drugstore?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 29 Apr 2020 04:15:06 +0000 The beauty industry is designed, run, and packaged as a beautiful thing. Inundated with words and phrases like “flawless”, “velvety”, “blends like a dream”, “glow from within”, and more, the beauty industry wants you to get one step closer to that sparkly, fragrant, impossible dream by opening your wallets. If you can afford to, go nuts. There’s nothing wrong with splashing out for the products you love, and there’s a sense of attending to your well-being when you indulge in a luxurious... https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/fashion-beauty/article/3046393/you-dont-need-spend-fortune-luxury-skincare-products-12?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/fashion-beauty/article/3046393/you-dont-need-spend-fortune-luxury-skincare-products-12?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 16 Jan 2020 18:00:26 +0000 Ahead of the festive season, beauty brands are unveiling their holiday sets and limited edition goodies. While many of them look great, they aren’t always as good a bargain as they seem. Here are our pick of the sets out there that are worth your money. 1. Hourglass Ambient Lighting Edit – Ghost (HK$710) It’s a highly anticipated palette that rolls around every Christmas, and this year’s six-shade set doesn’t fail to disappoint. Along with its three bestselling highlighters, the palette has... https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/fashion-beauty/article/3039933/10-christmas-beauty-sets-worth-your-money-rihannas-fenty?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/fashion-beauty/article/3039933/10-christmas-beauty-sets-worth-your-money-rihannas-fenty?utm_source=rss_feed Sat, 30 Nov 2019 07:30:07 +0000 Careers in the creative industry get a bad rap. They’re seen as unstable and low-paying, or not “serious work” that others would find respectable. But many people who choose to work in the industry can be happily employed for years, and the truth is there is a lot of hard work involved. “Video camera work is physically tough. There’s a lot of gear to haul about,” says Moray Wedderburn, a Hong Kong-based cameraman who started in film school and now owns a small video production company. “Cameras... https://www.scmp.com/better-life/career-education/article/3028040/career-film-industry-may-seem-glamorous-theres-lot?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/better-life/career-education/article/3028040/career-film-industry-may-seem-glamorous-theres-lot?utm_source=rss_feed Tue, 15 Oct 2019 00:00:07 +0000 Nicola Kilner’s smile never wavers, despite being on her third day in Hong Kong travelling with a baby with jet lag who’s not sleeping till 1am, as she supervises the local launch of skincare brand The Ordinary and gets ready for Shanghai. “For such a long time there’s been a demand for the products in Hong Kong, it’s nice to finally be here,” says Kilner, CEO of Deciem, the Canada-based beauty company behind The Ordinary. The Harvey Nichols counter is the cult brand’s first in Hong Kong, but... https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/fashion-beauty/article/3032276/ordinarys-hong-kong-launch-and-life-after-brandon-truaxe?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/fashion-beauty/article/3032276/ordinarys-hong-kong-launch-and-life-after-brandon-truaxe?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 10 Oct 2019 21:00:04 +0000 Even for the most easygoing, organised and/or lucky people in life, things sometimes go wrong. It might be something as little as just missing being the last person able to squeeze on to the bus, or something bigger, like messing up an assignment that’s going to affect your final grade. You might get upset or annoyed for a bit, but then you get over it. Or you might get really overwhelmed and find it really difficult to disconnect from what’s stressing you out, which makes it hard for you to... https://www.scmp.com/better-life/how/article/3029675/if-life-feels-little-too-much-sometimes-heres-some-advice-what-you?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/better-life/how/article/3029675/if-life-feels-little-too-much-sometimes-heres-some-advice-what-you?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 10 Oct 2019 12:00:14 +0000 When you're trying to fit a job, classes and a social life into every week, working out can take a back seat. We asked Mike Dacuno, a professional Muay Thai fighter and trainer at Versus Performance in Hong Kong, for some advice. "Most students are constantly at school or doing extra-curricular activities," says Dacuno. "Knowing how to exercise at home saves time, and it gives you a chance to train whenever." Training without equipment - known as bodyweight training - is great for fitness... https://www.scmp.com/better-life/well-being/article/3029799/no-money-no-problem-professionals-guide-getting-free-workout?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/better-life/well-being/article/3029799/no-money-no-problem-professionals-guide-getting-free-workout?utm_source=rss_feed Sun, 06 Oct 2019 03:48:22 +0000 Skincare isn't just for women. Sure, women are far more likely to spend money on skin products, but everyone has skin. If you're worried about acne, your skin feels dry all the time, you get super oily, or you just want to take better care of the face you show the world, keep reading. Well, because it's understandable that anyone might feel self-conscious when their face is covered with pimples or is too dry or oily, and it's important to know how to protect your skin from the sun. That has... https://www.scmp.com/better-life/well-being/article/3027117/skincare-men-experts-guide-help-you-protect-your-skin-fight?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/better-life/well-being/article/3027117/skincare-men-experts-guide-help-you-protect-your-skin-fight?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 30 Sep 2019 02:33:47 +0000 Holidays are a reason to celebrate, especially when they involve bonding with loved ones, exploring new places, seeing the world's sights, and making memories. But travelling can also come with a lot of stress and opportunities for things to go wrong. To make sure your next trip is as stress-free and enjoyable as possible, here are 11 tips every savvy traveller should know: 1. Copy that! When you're abroad, you have to carry your passport with you wherever you go, but that means risking losing... https://www.scmp.com/better-life/travel/article/3027334/11-travel-hacks-keep-you-organised-and-stress-free-vacation?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/better-life/travel/article/3027334/11-travel-hacks-keep-you-organised-and-stress-free-vacation?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 30 Sep 2019 02:33:42 +0000 How many of you were told acne is a problem all teenagers go through, but it’ll clear up as you get older? How many of you are adults now and find yourself looking into the mirror muttering to yourself, “lies, all lies”? Adult acne can feel like a burden and a pain to manage – like bills and rent. Luckily, unlike when you were a teen, you now have a bit more spending power to help address and reduce it; you just need to know how. Earlier this year, Dr Timm Golueke, a dermatology expert whose... https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/fashion-beauty/article/3029977/adult-acne-explained-what-causes-it-how-treat-it-and-why?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/fashion-beauty/article/3029977/adult-acne-explained-what-causes-it-how-treat-it-and-why?utm_source=rss_feed Tue, 24 Sep 2019 12:00:09 +0000 When I received an email from Joyce Beauty informing me they were selling the OrganiCup, a 100 per cent medical-grade silicone menstrual cup, I was super excited. Menstrual cups are available in Hong Kong, but not easy to track down. They’re available at some organic stores on Hong Kong Island, and apparently at Park’n’Shop, but I’ve yet to find them at the supermarket. So the fact they’re now available at a high-end beauty chain all across Hong Kong is big news. I started using a menstrual cup... https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/fashion-beauty/article/3027794/how-use-menstrual-cup-and-why-you-should-switch-more-eco?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/fashion-beauty/article/3027794/how-use-menstrual-cup-and-why-you-should-switch-more-eco?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 18 Sep 2019 08:30:10 +0000 As the skincare industry continues to grow, and consumers become more tuned in to what they can do between professional treatments to keep their skin healthy and glowing, we continue to see different trends emerge. Here are five of the latest fads you might want to experiment with this season. Retinol         View this post on Instagram                   #hotgirlsummer Just like Naomi Campbell, Tyra Banks, and Beverly Peele for @voguemagazine back in 1992. Just make sure... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/news-trends/article/3026067/4-top-skincare-trends-2019-youthful-looking-skin-led?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/news-trends/article/3026067/4-top-skincare-trends-2019-youthful-looking-skin-led?utm_source=rss_feed Sun, 08 Sep 2019 04:00:10 +0000 Heidi Yeung Heidi Yeung Sephora Hong Kong first opened in 2008 in the middle of Mong Kok; it didn’t last, closing within two years. But after a long wait, the beauty mega store is finally back, this time in IFC.  If you’ve never heard of Sephora, it’s basically a one-stop shop for all things beauty and skincare. But there’s a LOT. To help you navigate the huge selection, here are the best five brands for teens to look out for.    Sephora If you have absolutely no idea where to start, check out the shop’s own brand of... https://www.scmp.com/yp/discover/lifestyle/features/article/3066654/5-best-makeup-brands-you-need-look-out-now-beauty?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/yp/discover/lifestyle/features/article/3066654/5-best-makeup-brands-you-need-look-out-now-beauty?utm_source=rss_feed Sun, 08 Sep 2019 03:32:37 +0000 The wait is almost over: Sephora is about to open at IFC Mall. If you’re a beauty and skincare junkie like me, this will be the highlight of 2019. There are sceptics who feel this opening is unnecessary, citing Hong Kong’s abundance of beauty brands and the plethora of goodies available online. Personally, it seems like those sceptics are disregarding the importance of diversity in the beauty industry, professionals trained to help you find the shades and products you need – a signature service... https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/fashion-beauty/article/3024860/sephora-opening-hong-kong-rihannas-fenty-beauty-and-four?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/fashion-beauty/article/3024860/sephora-opening-hong-kong-rihannas-fenty-beauty-and-four?utm_source=rss_feed Sat, 31 Aug 2019 00:00:10 +0000 When you are on a long-haul flight, skincare may not be at the top of your list of concerns – but you should reconsider that. Maybe you’re stepping off the plane and going straight into a meeting, or perhaps you need to look fabulous the next day for a friend’s wedding. But even if that’s not the case, you should still be mindful of looking after your skin’s health while in the air. How do J-beauty and K-beauty compare? What to look out for Dr Joseph Wong Kwok-ho, a specialist in family... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/fashion-beauty/article/3019319/staying-hydrated-what-are-doctors-orders-long-haul?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/fashion-beauty/article/3019319/staying-hydrated-what-are-doctors-orders-long-haul?utm_source=rss_feed Sun, 21 Jul 2019 08:00:11 +0000 Thanks to social media, beauty content is more accessible than ever before. But with so much available it’s hard to find the really good stuff out there. To save you some time, here are five influencers you should check out. Claire Marshall View this post on Instagram Yeah well, you don’t change your outfit much either... A post shared by claire marshall (@heyclaire) on Nov 10, 2019 at 1:39pm PST Born in South Korea, abandoned as a baby and adopted by an... https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/fashion-beauty/article/3019275/5-best-beauty-influencers-follow-youtube-and-instagram?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/fashion-beauty/article/3019275/5-best-beauty-influencers-follow-youtube-and-instagram?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 19 Jul 2019 23:30:11 +0000 Thanks to beauty YouTubers and Instagram influencers, make-up can sometimes feel like something you need a degree for nowadays. Don’t worry, that’s not so. You can create any look you want with just basic make-up tools, but it’s important that they’re the best quality tools you can get your hands on. Years ago I was learning under Rae Morris, one of the world’s most renowned make-up artists. She was the longest serving make-up director for L’Oreal Paris, and is a four-time Australian Make-up... https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/fashion-beauty/article/3016806/beginners-guide-make-tools-brushes-and-sponges-beauty?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/fashion-beauty/article/3016806/beginners-guide-make-tools-brushes-and-sponges-beauty?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 01 Jul 2019 21:00:11 +0000 Heidi Yeung Heidi Yeung After 10 long weeks of training, the Predators were finally ready to face their endgame: the Mud Race 2019. The team of six students gathered at Tai Tong Ecopark in Yuen Long on Sunday, April 28 to tackle the mud-filled obstacle course. Each had won or had been selected for the chance to train at F45 Sheung Wan, and receive guidance from nutritionist Wynnie Chan, in preparation for the big day. Did all their hard work pay off? We caught up with the Predators after the Mud Race to find... https://www.scmp.com/yp/discover/lifestyle/features/article/3062510/tough-terrain-painful-injuries-how-predators-took?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/yp/discover/lifestyle/features/article/3062510/tough-terrain-painful-injuries-how-predators-took?utm_source=rss_feed Tue, 07 May 2019 09:19:10 +0000 Heidi Yeung Heidi Yeung Seven weeks down, three more to go. The Predators – six Young Post readers who were selected to take part in the Up Your Game Challenge and are undergoing two months of personal training at F45 Sheung Wan, along with tailored consultation from nutritionist Wynnie Chan – are just 18 days away from competing in the Mud Race 2019. With less than three weeks till the big day, we caught up with the students, some of whom are in the thick of the HKDSEs, to see how they’re feeling. I still can’t... https://www.scmp.com/yp/learn/college-uni-life/university-programmes/article/3061937/predators-how-their-friendship?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/yp/learn/college-uni-life/university-programmes/article/3061937/predators-how-their-friendship?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 10 Apr 2019 04:22:59 +0000 Heidi Yeung Heidi Yeung All our lives are inevitably busy and fulls of stressors, and even when it's not, it's nice to treat yourself to something that makes you happy. From something yummy to our furry friends, here are the things that instantly brings happiness to Team YP: Sushi makes me ridiculously happy. Salmon sashimi, with a little soy sauce, is my happy place. Promise me a crispy salmon hand roll and I'll follow you to the ends of the Earth. Tuna nigiri? Hello, you're now my new best friend and I will die for... https://www.scmp.com/yp/discover/lifestyle/features/article/3061515/happy-international-day-happiness-here-are-things?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/yp/discover/lifestyle/features/article/3061515/happy-international-day-happiness-here-are-things?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 20 Mar 2019 06:39:19 +0000 With so many great chemist options available, why should you spend more on products you can find for much cheaper? Well, if they’re within your budget, the following 10 items are worth their weight in gold. 1. Tom Ford lipsticks Paying for this lippy will make you wince, but the creamy texture, smooth application, even coverage, and will-survive-a-zombie-apocalypse longevity makes it worth every cent. There’s also a fantastic shade range to choose from. Let’s just hope you don’t fall in love... https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/fashion-beauty/article/3002128/10-beauty-products-worth-paying-little-extra-tom-ford?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/fashion-beauty/article/3002128/10-beauty-products-worth-paying-little-extra-tom-ford?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 18 Mar 2019 06:00:10 +0000 Hong Kong is full of ambitious and socially conscious young people (if our very own Student of the Year is any indication), but they don’t know where to start.  Hong Kong charity The Children’s Medical Foundation set up a programme last year to try and give some of those students a better idea of their options, called the Social Impact Fellowship. Not for the faint-hearted, the intensive four-week programme combines elements of service learning and internships, and focuses on nonprofit... https://www.scmp.com/yp/discover/lifestyle/features/article/3061263/childrens-medical-foundation-fellowship-mentors?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/yp/discover/lifestyle/features/article/3061263/childrens-medical-foundation-fellowship-mentors?utm_source=rss_feed Sat, 09 Mar 2019 23:00:00 +0000 Heidi Yeung Heidi Yeung Every journey begins  with a single step. So when six Young Post readers won the Up Your Game Challenge, it marked the beginning of a two-month fitness journey to become the best version of themselves and to take part in Mud Race 2019. The team, named Predators, will be taking on the six-kilometre Youth Team obstacle course at the Mud Race on April 28. To prepare for the race, they are working with a personal trainer at F45 Sheung Wan, and nutritionist Wynnie Chan. Two weeks into the programme,... https://www.scmp.com/yp/learn/college-uni-life/university-programmes/article/3061212/meet-predators-six-hk-students-and?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/yp/learn/college-uni-life/university-programmes/article/3061212/meet-predators-six-hk-students-and?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 06 Mar 2019 02:15:41 +0000 Karly Cox,Heidi Yeung Karly Cox,Heidi Yeung Today is Random Acts of Kindness Day! Established by US organisation The Random Acts of Kindness Foundation in 1995, the day is an opportunity to be mindful of our behaviour towards others, and really make a concerted effort to do a small act that will make a positive difference to someone else’s life. For any cynics out there thinking this sounds like a hippie love-in, kindness has been scientifically proven to benefit not only the recipient, but the kind person. In 2016 and 2017, the... https://www.scmp.com/yp/discover/advice/personal-development/article/3060863/simple-ways-show-random-acts-kindness?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/yp/discover/advice/personal-development/article/3060863/simple-ways-show-random-acts-kindness?utm_source=rss_feed Sun, 17 Feb 2019 03:25:51 +0000 Heidi Yeung Heidi Yeung https://www.scmp.com/yp/discover/lifestyle/features/article/3060695/10-or-questions-quick-mental-break-dse-or-back?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/yp/discover/lifestyle/features/article/3060695/10-or-questions-quick-mental-break-dse-or-back?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 14 Feb 2019 07:42:18 +0000 In the third instalment of How to Train Your Dragon, Hiccup (Jay Baruchel) and Toothless return as the well-established partners and BFFs audiences have come to know and love, but with so many more layers. To kick things off, Hiccup and his gang - Astrid (America Ferrera), Snotlout (Jonah Hill), Ruffnut (Kristen Wiig), Tuffnut (Justin Rupple), Fishlegs (Christopher Mintz-Plasse), Eret (Kit Harington), and Hiccup's mum, Valka (Cate Blanchett) - are raiding yet another dragon slaver ship to free... https://www.scmp.com/yp/discover/entertainment/movies/article/3060353/how-train-your-dragon-3-will-speak-anyone-going?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/yp/discover/entertainment/movies/article/3060353/how-train-your-dragon-3-will-speak-anyone-going?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 24 Jan 2019 09:35:26 +0000 Many balk at the thought of using oils on their face; they see them as being too greasy, of no help for an oily skin type, or likely to end up all over their pillows. However, using oils can improve the look and health of your skin. In humid Hong Kong, the heat, air pollution and icy cold air conditioning can be a lot for our skin to handle. A normal day out and about can leave your skin clogged, zapped, and overproducing natural oils. Because of this, people often conclude their skin type is... https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/fashion-beauty/article/2182983/beauty-oils-what-they-do-and-why-you-need-them-your?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/fashion-beauty/article/2182983/beauty-oils-what-they-do-and-why-you-need-them-your?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 21 Jan 2019 23:46:32 +0000 Heidi Yeung Heidi Yeung Inspiration is everywhere, you just need to keep your eye, and mind, open to see it. But just in case you're down with a serious case of the Monday blues, here are some beautiful, moving, and encouraging posts on Twitter and Instagram that will hopefully give you a little lift, and motivate you to look inside for the strength you need to kick off your week with positivity and drive. Bouncing back fierce and with gratitude  UCLA gymnast Katelyn Ohashi, 20, smashed it at the Collegiate Challenge... https://www.scmp.com/yp/discover/lifestyle/features/article/3060140/queer-eyes-jonathan-van-ness-hks-top-teens-5-posts?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/yp/discover/lifestyle/features/article/3060140/queer-eyes-jonathan-van-ness-hks-top-teens-5-posts?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 14 Jan 2019 05:19:09 +0000 Omg, Ed Sheeran announced earlier today the remaining dates for his Divide Tour 2019 - with shows planned for Asia ... including Hong Kong!  We get two dates while everyone else in Asia gets one. Guess we're special. via GIPHY Sheeran will perform two shows at Hong Kong Disneyland, on April 17 and 18, marking his return to the 852 after a bike accident resulted in the cancellation of his Hong Kong shows in 2017. Other stops in Asia will include Singapore, Tokyo, and Bangkok. Tickets for... https://www.scmp.com/yp/discover/entertainment/music/article/3060082/ed-sheeran-returning-hk-perform-hong-kong?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/yp/discover/entertainment/music/article/3060082/ed-sheeran-returning-hk-perform-hong-kong?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 10 Jan 2019 06:16:45 +0000 With Christmas and New Year’s Eve coming up, many of you are gearing up for a well-deserved getaway. Whether you normally wear make-up or not, everyone should still, at the very least, take care of their skin, and especially when travelling – because flying and a different climate can be real stressors for your skin. Why luxury hotel brands are developing their own beauty lines Going away is when you can let loose, so it’s reasonable for your appearance to rank nowhere near the top of your... https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/fashion-beauty/article/2178893/holiday-beauty-top-products-your-trip-and-best-ways-use?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/fashion-beauty/article/2178893/holiday-beauty-top-products-your-trip-and-best-ways-use?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 21 Dec 2018 07:30:44 +0000 There are many good products on the market, and some are designed to make your life easier. Whether it’s an all-in-one concept or a lifesaver that can be used in different ways, these five beauty products work extra hard to help you achieve that effortless glamour. Benefit Cosmetics Brow Contour Pro (HK$320 at Benefit)   The Brow Contour Pro has two brow shades (one darker and one lighter for the ends and heads of your brows respectively), a definer shade to clean up the edges, and a highlight... https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/fashion-beauty/article/2175036/bobbi-brown-mac-clarins-five-multipurpose-beauty-products?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/fashion-beauty/article/2175036/bobbi-brown-mac-clarins-five-multipurpose-beauty-products?utm_source=rss_feed Tue, 27 Nov 2018 12:30:30 +0000 Heidi Yeung Heidi Yeung Stan Lee didn't just create comic book characters, he created a whole universe. With the Marvel Cinematic Universe, which many movie-goers now know and love, Lee effectively create opportunities. From comebacks to breakout roles, Marvel Studios brought many of its stars a level of fame they'd not known until their debut in the MCU.  Here are tributes from some of those stars to the man who started it all.         View this post on Instagram                   I owe it all to... https://www.scmp.com/yp/discover/entertainment/movies/article/3058327/black-panthers-lupita-nyongo-x-mens-hugh-jackman?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/yp/discover/entertainment/movies/article/3058327/black-panthers-lupita-nyongo-x-mens-hugh-jackman?utm_source=rss_feed Tue, 13 Nov 2018 00:51:14 +0000 Stan Lee, who dreamed up Spider-Man, Iron Man, the Hulk, Black Panther and a cavalcade of other Marvel Comics superheroes died at the age of 95, his daughter said on Monday. As a writer and editor, Lee was key to the ascension of Marvel into a comic book titan in the 1960s when, in collaboration with artists such as Jack Kirby and Steve Ditko, he created superheroes who would enthrall generations of young readers. “He felt an obligation to his fans to keep creating,” his daughter J.C. Lee said... https://www.scmp.com/yp/discover/entertainment/movies/article/3058324/stan-lee-creator-marvel-superheroes-including?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/yp/discover/entertainment/movies/article/3058324/stan-lee-creator-marvel-superheroes-including?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 12 Nov 2018 23:55:15 +0000 One of the most baffling things about Instagram beauty trends – other than why certain ones (nostril hair extensions? Squiggly brows?) even exist – is all those confusing terms. From baking to strobing and contouring, here’s a mini glossary of the new beauty techniques and hacks you need to know. Baking This is a make-up technique the online beauty crowd plucked right out of the drag community and made popular. But make no mistake: the fabulous queens did this first – ages ago. Way before, “hey... https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/fashion-beauty/article/2169786/instagram-make-terms-explained-baking-strobing-cut-crease?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/fashion-beauty/article/2169786/instagram-make-terms-explained-baking-strobing-cut-crease?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 25 Oct 2018 12:00:30 +0000