https://www.scmp.com/rss/325961/feed A Taiwan-born American based in Hong Kong, Charlotte is a smoothie-bowl-loving, downward-dogging, environmentalist with a penchant for all things wellness, and a passion for fashion. Charlotte has built most of her career in retail, holding former titles at Christian Louboutin and Pure International. Founder of Caelum Greene, she is on a mission to create a greener, more sustainable, future for the fashion industry. en https://assets.i-scmp.com/static/img/icons/scmp-meta-1200x630.png https://www.scmp.com Motherhood is often said to be one of the most life-changing experiences a woman can have. If it is in your life plan, what a ride you’re in for – or so I’ve been told. I am well into my second trimester and a few weeks away from the home stretch with my first child. While pregnancy has been a relatively breezy and enjoyable journey so far; hold the applause, I was reacquainted with a familiar foe. My acne days returned, thanks to raging hormones. This time around, my go-to regime of laser... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/fashion-beauty/article/2145716/4-natural-beauty-routines-mums-be?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/fashion-beauty/article/2145716/4-natural-beauty-routines-mums-be?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 17 May 2018 02:03:30 +0000 This year’s Lunar New Year holiday has come and gone and the round of international fashion weeks is now in full swing – which can only mean that spring is just around the corner.  Ah, the thought of yet another new beginning with sunshine, fresh blooms, romance in the air …  Now is the perfect time to get into post-holiday detox mode to welcome the arrival of Mother Nature’s awakening.  5 chic wellness retreats where you can take a break from the grind of Hong Kong  Whether you’re hopping... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/people-events/article/2134843/5-top-post-holiday-detoxes-put-spring-your-step?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/people-events/article/2134843/5-top-post-holiday-detoxes-put-spring-your-step?utm_source=rss_feed Tue, 27 Feb 2018 08:00:15 +0000 Unplugging From Sean Parker, tech billionaire and Facebook’s first president, to media bigwig Jason Hirschhorn, many tech execs have noted the potential danger and dark side of constantly being plugged in to our smartphones or iPads. Steve Jobs imposed strict screen time on his children, in addition to not allowing them iPads. Recent research is showing how too much screen usage is changing our brain chemistry, making us more disconnected, stressed out and depressed. It’s important to unplug and... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/news-trends/article/2130136/7-wellness-trends-are-here-stay?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/news-trends/article/2130136/7-wellness-trends-are-here-stay?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 24 Jan 2018 05:00:45 +0000 Pumpkin spice lattes, mince pies and mistletoe, and just like that, it’s the most wonderful time of the year again. I love Christmas and everything that comes with it – who doesn’t? It is, however, also the time of the year where we tend to over-consume; this applies to mulled wine and gifting alike. And as a result, our hearts maybe fuller, but we often end up with a few more inches around the waistline and extra clutter in our spaces. The good news is, the holidays don’t have to be all about... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/news-trends/article/2122949/nine-christmas-gifts-health-and-wellness-lovers?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/news-trends/article/2122949/nine-christmas-gifts-health-and-wellness-lovers?utm_source=rss_feed Tue, 05 Dec 2017 07:22:46 +0000