Menard: Embellir Makeup Base and Anti-Ageing Lipstick
Who says makeup and beauty care have to be separate? Menard’s Embellir skincare and makeup line lets you get your beauty basics right without skimping on nourishing, anti-ageing power. If you’re looking for a natural makeup look, two new releases from this exclusive Japanese line might be right for you: Embellir Makeup Base, a water based product that allows foundation and loose powder to blend flawlessly into your skin; and Anti-Ageing Lipstick, a creamy, moisturising lipstick that comes in two shades and contains “3D oil” to plump up your lips, in addition to a natural-looking colour pop. Menard products utilise the active ingredients of red and black Reishi mushrooms, skincare technology developed by the Menard Research & Development Laboratories. Designed purify the skin and prevent wrinkles, the before and after effect of Menard’s skincare line (pictured) is obvious when used in tandem with their multi-step cleansing method. Find out more at www.nipponmenard.com.my
La Mer: First Free-Standing Store in KLCC
Visitors who walk into La Mer’s brand new free-standing store will be treated to a very experience-driven visit. Screens in the aquatic-themed store tell about the origins of La Mer’s signature Miracle Broth, and the Moisture Discovery bar lets guests compare the brand’s five signature moisturisers for their personal needs. Customised service is extended with two consultation areas for product sampling and demos, a VIP Lounge and spa services. The La Mer Custom Facial Intense, a 7-step treatment that includes sculpting, whitening and gentle massage, looks especially enticing. La Mer’s new store is located on Level G, Suria KLCC.
Givenchy: L’Autre Noir F/W17 Collection
Givenchy’s latest season makeup collection is a true tribute to the colour black. L’Autre Noir features five products — Lip liner, lip gloss, liquid blush, eyeliner and cream eyeshadow — all containing dark or black pigments tailored to produce a glamorous sheen over the rest of your makeup. Complete the sensual dark queen look with Le Rouge Sculpt, the label’s first two-toned lipsticks that come in feminine colours – red, violet, coral, rose and fuschia. L’Autre Noir will be out in October, whilst Le Rouge Sculpt will be available in September, at Givenchy counters (Parkson KLCC, Pavilion and SOGO, and Sephora outlets.)
By Terry: Expert 2017 Collection
Inspired by savvy insta-photography, makeup guru Terry de Gunzburg decided to create a ready-to-wear version of makeup for self-styled, high-flying stars of the social media world. The Expert 2017 Collection features a blend of mineral powders and micro-camouflage pigments that blot out imperfections, reduce unwanted shine and smoothen skin texture for a real life “beauty filter” effect. The idea, according to de Gunzburg, was to create a premium makeup line that didn’t require additional beauty expertise. Check out the full collection available in Malaysia at Ken’s Apothecary outlets. www.kensapothecary.com.my
Amouage: Second Store Opens in Pavillion
Fans of Amouage now have a second location to shop for their favourite French luxury goods. The new store on Level 2 in Pavillion is 2,000 square feet, twice the size of its predecessor in Starhill Gallery and part of the brand’s global growth plans. The store, designed by creative director, Christopher Chong, provides guests with a shopping experience that blends traditional vs. modern aesthetics, as they peruse the collections of fine leather goods, scarves, home goods, and fragrances. The latest in fragrances are the Library Collection, ten carefully designed fragrances; and the Secret Garden, which is described as “florals with a twist.”
