N: I've just changed to a moisturising base and liquid foundation combination, as I realised I needed more coverage for my combination-type skin...
Generally, a two-way cake powder foundation is more likely to emphasise fine lines and wrinkles ...
Roseline: I used to have normal skin even during my teens but since I turned 30 recently, my T-zone has become oily and pimples have started to pop up on my forehead and chin.
Pearlyn: Yes, everything seems to go a little downhill once you hit 30, doesn’t it? Dr Alvin ...
Laraine: I have oily, yet dehydrated skin. Should I use oil-control or hydrating or a mixture of both types of skincare?
Melissa: Good news, you don't have to choose between the two or mix and match from different ...
I would like to groom my brows for the first time, what is the difference between the various methods – tweezing, shaving, threading and waxing?
Melissa: Although it boils down to personal preference, you should know several things about ...
I don’t like to use facial scrubs as the grainy texture irks me. How then can I get rid of dead skin cells?
Melissa: Try over-the-counter peels. These use AHAs, BHAs or fruit acids to dislodge and slough ...
I’ve heard that I have to change my hair parting every now and then to prevent hair thinning and bald spots. But everytime I try to it doesn’t look right and my hair doesn’t sit well. What is the best way to do it?
Melissa: Yes, you should change your parting, especially if you have a long fringe that you pull ...
I have sensitive skin that stings when I use most toners. Can you recommend some that will be suitable?
Melissa: Sensitive skin is tricky – inflammation can be triggered by various factors. The ...
I have a broad face with a squarish jawline and I’ve always kept my hair long and straight to ‘hide’ it. But I really want to cut my hair short. How can I do it to flatter my face shape?
Melissa: “Anybody can have any hairstyle,” says Dennis Seah, a freelance stylist who cuts the ...
I've been using cleansing oil for some time but I recently read that after using it, you still need to follow up with a foam cleanser to clean up the "traces" of cleansing oil. How true is this?
Pearlyn: I'm not sure if by "traces", you mean the sheen or film left behind on skin after ...
My fragrance doesn't last throughout the day. Should I reapply every couple of hours?
Pearlyn: Maybe you're using an eau de toilette which is usually less concentrated (and so, more ...
 
 
G: I'll be wearing a pastel green chiffon dress for my wedding. What should the colour of my heels be? I'm hoping to spend less than $300.
I would suggest a pair of strappy heels in champagne gold...
Worried: Can I still wear tops that show off the shoulders If I am bigger on top? Will I look okay wearing tube tops?
What will always work is to balance your heavier top half with your smaller bottom half to ...
Ann: I love brooches but I'm not sure how to wear them. Are they meant only for jackets?
Wearing brooches is a fun way to glam up your jacket, dress or cardigan...
 
H: Does menopause occur before 40? My libido is not like what it used to be and I’m finding it harder to orgasm. I’m 39.
Menopause can occur at any age. Lack of libido and orgasmic dysfunction....
Worried: Will synthetic panties increase the chances of a bacterial infection? Cotton ones are so granny-like.
Yes, synthetic fabrics are thought to be less "breathable" and trap heat and moisture more ...
I shouldn’t be complaining but my hubby is a sex machine. He wants it every day but I’m not wired up enough. How can I channel his sexual energy into something else?
Have you wondered why some men jog at midnight? It’s not wrong to have sex daily but if your ...
My fragrance doesn't last throughout the day. Should I reapply every couple of hours?
Pearlyn: Maybe you're using an eau de toilette which is usually less concentrated (and so, more affordable)...
I hate my dark circles as they make me look very tired! What's a good eye cream to try?
Pearlyn: I know what you mean. Dark circles are often the result of poor microcirculation - which...
I have no time for regular manicures or pedicures, which means I'm ashamed to show off my fingers or toes (in peep-toe heels!) most of the time. What's a shortcut around this?
Pearlyn: Don't we all wish that we had the time to do a weekly mani or pedi! When I can't make an appointment for my nails, my quickest solution is a cuticle oil...
What's the best way to apply eyeshadow?
Pearlyn:If you want a subtle look, use your fingers because you can control how much to dab on. They're also better for applying cream eyeshadows...
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