Aldha the Wellness Institute

Aldha the Wellness Institute has relocated from Ngee Ann City to Robertson Walk, and opened a new branch at Cluny Court.

There are five treatment rooms located in 1,500 sq ft of space, with a steam room to cater to individuals who want holistic facials and body treatments.

Aldha has also introduced three new facial treatments in conjunction with the relocation. They are Dr Hauschka Facial Firming Treatment - to restore skin's strength and elasticity, the Ultimate Repair Treatment - for acne prone skin and Moisture Intense Facial Treatment - to restore balance and harmony to dry, dehydrated, tired or aging skin.

Each treatment costs $195 for a 90-min session.

Aldha the Wellness Institute: 11 Unity Street, #01-25 Robertson Walk

Aldha @ Cluny: 501 Bukit Timah Road, #01-04A Cluny Court

L'Orèal Paris Black Gold Limited Edition Collectibles

An elegant powder case in black and gold with a design inspired by the plumage of a peacock.

"Black Gold" is a limited edition collectible that was created by Nanyang Academy of Fine Arts student, Ms Fiona Tjhia, and tailor-made for Asian women.

The case houses L'Orèal Paris Two-Way Powder Foundation, which comes in eight Asian skin-friendly shades. The foundation also offers UV protection and contains Vitamin C for a radiant looking complexion.

There are two designs to choose from - Black Gold I and Black Gold II. A yellow gold plumage stands out against a stark black background.

Retails at $34.90 (comes with foundation and one refill in limited edition case and is availables from selected department stores, Watsons, Guardian Pharmacies, Carrefour and Sasa stores from Dec 1, 2007.

Dr Hauschka Lemon Body Moisturiser

Prepared with extracts of sage, blackthorn fruit and blackthorn flowers to activate and firm the skin. It's also easily aborbed by the skin as it contains olive oil and jojoba oil without leaving an oily residue.

Retails at $55 for 150ml.

Simple Cleansing Facial Wipes and Eye Make-up Remover

A quick, fuss-free way to get make-up off easily. Simple's cleansing facial wipes also tones skin and is alcohol-free so skin is not irritated. Its eye make-up remover contains pro-vitamin B5 to soften and smoothe skin while removing waterproof mascara without stinging eyes.

Retails at $13.90 for Facial Wipes and $11.90 for Eye Make-up Remover and is available at all leading chain pharmacies, department stores and supermarkets.

'S' from Escada

'S' is the bewitching new fragrance from Escada.

The top note features delicate but expressive plum and blackcurrant, combined with eglantine rose, or commonly known as 'dog rose'. It is balanced by floral middle notes of almond blossom, rose and lily of the valley, spiked with pepper.

Underlying this combination is a deep, intense base of smooth mahogany and sandalwood punctuated with musk-like notes and hazelnut.

The Escada S Vaporisateur (90ml) retails at $129 at all leading department stores.

Comfort for contact-lens wearers

With lens material containing molecules of phosphorylcholine (PC), which is a substance found in human cell membranes that attract and surrounds itself with water, the Proclear? 1 Day lenses are less likely to be coated by protein/lipid deposits. This keeps the lenses moist and eyes are more comfortable.

The lens is also designed with a patented molded round edge that reduces contact with your eyeball, to reduce discomfort during wear.

Retails at $60 for a 30-day pack. A 30-day pack comes free with any four boxes purchased. Check with your eye-care practitioner for more details.