HONG KONG The tree is trimmed, the champagne is on ice, and the final twinkle of ribbon is waiting to be tied. All that's left is to do your Christmas gift shopping. Whether you’re shopping for the beauty devotee, the interiors obsessive or the impossible-to-please on your list , this curated guide is dedicated to gifts of exquisite artistry, sensory indulgence, and heirloom quality  – each one ready to slip beneath the tree and prompt that satisfying gasp of delight. All ima

HONG KONG We’re here to answer your must-know questions when it comes to semi-permanent make up. Does semi-permanent eyeliner actually hurt? How does it look one month on? Find out in our first-hand review with Visage Beauty Hong Kong. Visage Beauty By Okuyama was established with its first store in Hong Kong in 2019, followed by a second and third store in London and Vancouver. The beauty salon provides various treatments including the most popular Barbie perm, semi-permanen

HONG KONG There are beauty treatments, and then there are moments of full-on luxury , where every detail is carefully curated to make you feel pampered, polished, and utterly relaxed. My recent mani-pedi at The Mandarin Salon, Mandarin Oriental, Hong Kong , falls squarely into the latter category. I opted for the Shellac Manicure (HKD680) and Shellac Pedicure (HKD920) , choosing a classic red for my hands and a soft, light pink for my toes — timeless colours that feel equally

HONG KONG I’ve tried countless facials, from the classic European treatments to cutting-edge technology-driven therapies. But few experiences leave a lasting impression the way The Mandarin Salon’s new Hydrafacial x JLO Beauty Booster  does. It isn’t just a facial — it’s a ritual, a carefully choreographed journey designed to leave your skin luminous, dewy, and utterly renewed. And yes, it lives up to the hype. The treatment begins with the familiar yet endlessly effective Hy

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