Best beauty Instagrams of the week: CNY 2024 makeup inspiration from Rui En, Phyllis Quek, Chen Yi Xin and more local celebs

As Yixin demonstrated there’s nothing more timeless and elegant than a subtle eyeliner flick. Practise ahead of time to perfect the shape and clean up any mistakes with micellar soaked q-tips.

Heroine Make Prime Liquid Eyeliner Rich Jewel in #05 Marron Greige, $20.50

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To draw attention to your peepers, team your wing with well-groomed eyebrows, a whisper of mauve blush on the cheeks and inky lashes.

Less is more. The actress opted for the barely-there makeup look punctuated with petal pink pout and tightlined eyes.

Fenty Beauty Eaze Drop Blur + Smooth Tint Stick, $53

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To mimic Phyllis’ “I woke up like this” glow, even out your complexion with a lightweight yet buildable foundation like Fenty Beauty Eaze Drop Blur + Smooth Tint Stick. Thanks to its creamy consistency, you can easily blend it out with just your fingers. Comes in 25 shades.

A statement-making red lip is a perennial favourite especially during the festive month, and this year it’s all about that luminous, high-shine finish.

NARS Afterglow Sensual Shine Lipstick in Aragon #277, $44

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Follow Zoe’s lead and keep the rest of your makeup simple to let your fiery pout take centre stage.

Feeling a little more bold this Lunar New Year? Switch up your blue-red lippy for a brick red à la Chantalle at the recent Shiseido Journey of Potential event in Bangkok

Paula’s Choice Lip & Body Treatment Balm, $25

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A dark lip colour can accentuate dry, cracked lips. To prep and soften your pout, hydrate with a lip balm. Blot your lips with a tissue paper to remove any excess product before applying your lippy.

Seen on “Oppa Saranghae!” star Rui En, a touch of colour on the cheeks can go a long way. Keep your eyes and lips neutral to make your blush pop.

Sephora Collection Colorful Blush in Flirt It Up, $38

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Recreate Rui En’s sunkissed makeup by applying your blush over  your cheekbones and cheeks, creating a “W” shape. Lightly dust your blush on and gradually add more product to build intensity.