Chen Yixin's skincare routine includes this $95 retinol serum

Acqua di Parma Signatures of the Sun Oud & Spice EDP, $365

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At first whiff, I knew this would be my ideal festive scent. The intense woodiness from the highly prized oud and the spicy warmth of pink pepper and cloves bring me immediately to an evening by the fire in a cottage in the woods – my perfect idea of a Christmas holiday!

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Charlotte Tilbury Cryo- Recovery Eye Serum, $105, and Cryo-Recovery Mask, $114

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I’m a huge believer in the amazing efficacy of caffeine in eye products, and I really like the cooling metal applicator in this packaging. The serum is light enough to be absorbed really quickly by my dry skin area, and after just days of day and night application, my dark circles look brighter. Launched with the eye serum is the face mask that I use after placing it in the freezer for 30 minutes.

It boasts acupressure beads that are placed on my pressure points to massage them so they help relieve tension. After 10 minutes of usage, my face is slightly but evidently lifted and sculpted, and the effect lasts for a good two hours!

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Byredo Shimmer Lips in Damson Jam, $70

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I’m usually not a fan of shimmery texture for my lip products, but I’m in a festive mood, and this deeply moisturising lipstick hits the spot with its highly intense colour saturation. The pink-plum hue has a perfect shimmery finish that reflects light and adds depth.

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M.A.C X L Eyeshadow Palette, $106

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While I’m not exactly a Lalisa fangirl, I’ve got to give props to this full collection she’s just launched with M.A.C as its global brand ambassador. There’s an extensive range of 12 shades, and there isn’t one that I don’t love. Plus, they look great alone, or layered and paired with one another in one makeup look.

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Kiehl’s Retinol Skin-Renewing Daily Micro-Dose Serum, from $95

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Most people are cautious about retinol, but it’s a tried-and-tested ingredient for me despite having slightly sensitive skin. Kiehl’s new launch has been clinically demonstrated to minimise effects such as redness and peeling because it is formulated with a micro-dose technology to deliver low and precise dosages. The texture is thicker than a watery serum, so I keep this as the last of my three-step serum routine, and after a month of use, my skin texture looks more refined and softer.

This serum has also found a fan in actress Chen Yixin who calls it her "retinol routine game-changer".  "All the retinol power, while ditching the discomfort. Kiehl’s Retinol Skin Renewing Micro Dose Serum delivers a daily strength dose of Pure Retinol, Peptide and Ceramide to precisely target skin concerns with minimal skin discomfort to achieve youthful looking skin," she wrote in a recent Instagram post.



 










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GTNC Vitamin C Snow Powder, $180 for a set of four vials

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I was surprised at how instantly the snow powder melts into this cool essence texture. Using a liquid-in-powder capsule technology, this dual-functioning high-enriched product safeguards potent ingredients from external contaminants until they touch the skin barrier for maximum effectiveness. It promotes collagen production to boost anti-ageing properties and soothes irritated skin.

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This story was first published in the December 2021 issue of Her World.