Best beauty Instagrams of the week: Zoe Tay went makeup free in France and absolutely stunned 

No makeup, no problem. The 55-year-old actress stunned in a series of barefaced photos as she celebrated the holidays in France. “Bye 2023, Welcome 2024. The best is yet to come,” she captioned the Instagram post.

Beyond Tone Up Sun Cream, $22

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Whether you have a full face of makeup on or are going au naturel, applying SPF will keep your skin protected from the harmful UV rays. This glow-giving formula from K-beauty brand Beyond offers the ultimate skin defence with a mix of antioxidant rich vitamin tree fruit extract and wild chervil.

It has been a week filled with celebrations for December birthday star Carrie Wong. The “Recipe of Life” actress who turned 30 on 1 January (Monday) celebrated the milestone with a night out alongside celeb bestie Chantalle Ng. For her special day, Carrie flaunted enviable, luminous complexion, deftly-filled eyebrows, and a tangerine shade on her pout.

Rouge Dior in #453 Adoree Satin, $62

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To mimic Carrie’s fiery pout, dab an orange-red lippy on your bottom lip and blend the colour. Keep the rest of your makeup simple. We recommend the reformulated Rouge Dior in #453 Adoree Satin that is infused with red peony extract to keep your lips feeling plush and moisturised throughout the day.

Reunited, and it feels so good. Local host Belinda Lee shared a sweet reunion with longtime friends and former MTV VJs Utt and Donita Rose. To accompany her shamrock-green turtleneck top, she opted for a swipe of creamy, coral lipstick.

Two Halves Better Balance R&R Night Mask, $90

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Belinda’s vibrant lip plays up her healthy, sun-kissed complexion. To enhance your glow, incorporate a sleeping mask into your routine to keep your skin from losing any moisture while you catch some Z’s.

The 30-year-old just put aura nails back in the spotlight for 2024. She rocked an edgier, moodier take on the gradient trend, with squared oval tips and black base. She created a contrast by incorporating white accent nails.

Neal’s Yard Frankincense Intense Hand Treatment Serum, $78

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Pro tip: before your manicure, gently slough away dead skin cells with an exfoliant and follow up with a nourishing, hydrating treatment like this one from Neal’s Yard.

Is your New Year’s hair resolution to use less heat on your mane? Recreate Star Search alumnus Ye Jia Yun’s loose, romantic braid and you’ll never go back to your curling wand or flat iron again.

Moist Diane Perfect Beauty Dry Shampoo, from $4.90

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Heatless braids work best on second-day hair. If you want to add grit to your strands, spritz some texturising spray or dry shampoo.