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Wrote for Daily Vanity, NYLON Singapore, Singapore Press Holdings, Campus Magazine, and Trip101.
Two-year awardee of the 'Best Writer Award' in Nanyang Polytechnic.
Editor-in-Chief of the award-winning publication, CATCH Magazine's Feb 2019 issue.
Email: germyleow@gmail.com
Daily Vanity
If doomscrolling on TikTok is your favourite way to pass the time, you might have stumbled across videos shedding light on the condition "cortisol face." . . .
The age-old debate between air drying and blow drying our hair continues to divide the crowd. . . .
In this article, we explore oral sunblock, ingestible supplements that offer an additional layer of protection from within!
It's 2016. Everyone's on Instagram, and bold, glamorous makeup dominated our feeds. The goal was to look snatched (or like a Kardashian). Defined, arched
Suisai Beauty Clear Fizzy Powder Wash fizzes into micro carbonated bubbles to clean out your pores! 10 of our readers share their experience.
Imagine a world where you can create any colour of lipstick you've ever dreamt of - the perfect MLBB shade just for you, or the exact colour of your favourite
With electric toothbrushes dominating dental care in recent years, I'm sure you've either picked one up yourself or considered making the switch from your
This year is a big year for Dyson Beauty. We've seen the impressive Dyson Airstrait change up beauty routines with its 2-in-1 wet-to-dry straightener. Now,
If you frequently keep up with the ins and outs of #BeautyTok, you've probably caught a whiff of the recent controversy surrounding Youthforia's Date Night
What if we told you the secret to becoming the very best lies within Colourpop's latest collaboration? . . .
It's 2024; makeup is no longer just for girls. . . .
Fragrance is a powerful tool that can say a lot about who you are. With the endless array of perfume options out there, choosing your signature scent can get
Before you started watching your favourite beauty YouTubers and TikTok creators, your mum imparted your first beauty tips. . . .
Miss Universe 2015 Pia Wurtzbach isn't just a pretty face. She's also a beacon of confidence and self-care, a role model for many girls. . . .
After dominating the tennis court for years, tennis legend Serena Williams is stepping onto a whole new playing field-makeup. . . .
You've probably seen way too many pictures of cherry blossoms on your feed the past weekend. (Or complaints of not seeing them despite being in Japan. We know
Singapore's sweltering heat is the cause of our many beauty woes. Be it flat and oily bangs, or your makeup melting away in the humidity, you're probably no
If you like dipping your toes in new fragrances but are not willing to break the bank, you might want to consider Zara's selection of budget-friendly
Forget fries with that, how about fries on that? . . .
As all skincare junkies like to say, the most important step in your skincare routine is your sunscreen-especially if you live in sunny Singapore. . . .
Many of us grew up with Barbie as our role model. We wanted to look like her and dress like her; we wanted to be her. . . .
Who says Superwoman has to wear a cape? Sometimes, they exist amongst us as young ladies with a dream or mothers looking to save time so they can spend it on
You know what they say - when life gives you lemons, make lemonade. . . .
Cosmetics brand MilleFée brought the saying "your face is a canvas" to a whole new level when they released these Vincent van Gogh-inspired eyeshadow
You've heard of blush nails, a dainty ombre fanning from the centre of your nail, reminiscent of a blush effect. Well, it's time to meet its mystical
NYLON Singapore
Actress. Model. Rising star. And, if you're into blogshops and online shopping, this might be a familiar face you'd have seen, most prominently in Love, Bonito's past catalogs. Fast forward to present day though, and she's gracing your television screens instead - yes, she was that girl in the red suit (we loved the suit, ...
On another episode of "affordable makeup that does its job unexpectedly well", we bring to you another drugstore beauty brand we (grew to) love. Starring GOSH - Denmark's #1 beauty and skincare company.
This is a PSA for all you shopaholics out there: it's time to roll your sleeves up and whip out your credit cards - that time of the year is here and your shopping carts are about to get filled! 11.11 is drawing near and while it's commonly known as "Singles' Day", we believe the ...
They say scent is the strongest sense tied to memory - just a whiff and it could take you decades back to a special moment. We probably associate people with smells too - like that classmate that used to whip out her distinctively strong Victoria Secret body mist after PE class, or the mouth-watering aroma ...
If ready-to-wear Halloween costumes from supermarkets aren't your cup of tea and having to D-I-Y your own seems like too much effort, you might want to go down the simple but stylish route. Saint Laurent Rive Droite brings grunge fashion and party necessities together in a collection where you can buy packs of Halloween masks ...
They've gotten fancier, bolder and bigger. Bedazzle your wrists with the new additions to Chanel's CODE COCO collection, introducing new designs that take it up a notch, bringing all eyes to your wrist. These new arm candies are quintessentially Chanel - from their sleek finish to their iconic clasps, as seen on their ...
What do you wish for when the clock strikes 11.11? If beauty and happiness are on the list then... it looks like your wishes are about to come true! The only thing better than shopping is shopping without burning a hole in your pocket- this 11.11, Shopee grants you that wish with beauty holy grails ...
Two years ago, we did a piece inspired by Allure's article. This time, we did the same thing - categorised our beauty products into three groups: Skincare, Makeup and Fragrance/Haircare/Body Care, and calculated the total cost of each of our beauty regimes. You've already seen how high the numbers could go so this might be ...
The release of new sneakers alone would send sneakerheads scrambling to get their hands on a pair. What happens when two of your favourite brands collaborate? You might just be looking at the sneaker collab of the year. Put Reebok's iconic Instapump Fury with adidas' Boost™ technology and you'll get a fierce silhouette with guaranteed ...
In this day and age of flourishing e-commerce, our favourite brands are all hopping onto the bandwagon of launching online stores and we couldn't be happier. This time, it's luxury fashion brand, Louis Vuitton's turn to launch their E-Commerce website in Singapore. You can shop a wide range of products - from ready-to-wear pieces for ...
Fashion trends come and go - what's in now could've been a fashion don't decades ago. Now, you can recycle your granny's blouse and look like you're just sporting a retro look! While it is clear to most of us that no fashion trend remains constant, Mango begs to differ.
Tartan. Knit. Khaki. It's that time of the year again - when fashion revolves around comfort and warmth (think sweaters, cardigans and turtlenecks!) That's right, Autumn is here and while we don't have the luxury of enjoying that in Singapore, some of you might be travelling to places with falling maple leaves and sweater weather.
When you think of K-Beauty, cute packaging and character collaborations might come to mind. From the many character collaborations in myriads of bright and pastel hues, you might do a double take when you see them perched on a store's display. I have to admit, cute packaging used to be a huge deciding factor for ...
Singapore is turning 54 and there's a long weekend ahead of us. This is the perfect time for you to grab your floppy hat and enjoy a short vacation or staycation (there's no place like home!) and that means, it's time to pamper yourself! Last year, Datsumo Labo Singapore treated us with a 50% off ...
With the Sweetener World Tour happening this year, H&M did Ariana Grande's fans a favour and dropped an entire collection for the world tour, taking "thank u, next" from your Instagram captions to your t-shirts. From apparel like t-shirts, hoodies and jackets featuring her latest song releases and album covers, to accessories like caps, clips ...
Starbucks brings to you their take on the Mid-Autumn Festival and that is: adorable merchandise and unique mooncake flavours! If you don't already love the occasion as much as we do, you might change your mind with these goodies. Mooncakes When you think of Mid-Autumn Festival, you'd think of mooncakes!
In need of a getaway but don't have too much time (or money) to spare? A weekend trip to Johor Bahru, Malaysia is enough to get you refreshed and back on your feet! While you may think there's nothing much you can do at JB but shop (which is great too, by the way), we're ...
Attention, sneakerheads! We're back with another sneaker roundup and our July picks won't disappoint. If you think you have enough sneakers (says nobody ever), you'll change your mind by the end of this article. From monochromatic classics to bold statement sneakers, it's time to make space for some new kicks!
It's official: The Sam Willows announced their hiatus in end May 2019. While that devastated many of their fans, the quartet never actually left the public's eye. From having their own solo activities (music, acting etc.) to appearing in the music video of the National Day Parade 2019's theme song, the band remained in ...
Korean cosmetics are known to be skincare-infused makeup and that's why we love it - but really, another reason has got to be how affordable most of them are! While we usually associate "cheap" with "low quality", K-Beauty has proved itself to be an exception.
When you hear "Gentle Monster", you'd probably think of wacky and stylish eyewear that most people would not be able to pull off. Honestly. What happens when these quirky eyewear shrink in size, to sizes made for the little ones? It seems like self-expression in children now goes beyond crayons and stickers with Gentle Monster ...
We've watched the hype for liquid lipsticks, lip tints and lip gloss tide over. Now, make way for the latest lip trend - lip lacquers! As an industrial term, 'lacquer' is used for hard and shiny finishes, typically on material like wood - which explains the inspiration.
Has your Instagram feed been flooded with birthday dessert tables and fancy backdrops of a certain theme - usually floral or rustic with those mandatory fairy lights? Not forgetting those huge number balloons that seem to pop up in every photo! It is starting to seem like that is the only way to throw a ...
Harry Potter fans are often proud to wear their Hogwarts House on their sleeves. While it is not too practical to flounce around in a robe of your sorted house, you can now parade around in comfortable sneakers to represent the house you think you belong in! Vans collaborated with Warner Bros.
That iconic brown leather, star-shaped flower and LV monogram... is an image forming in mind? That already proves the point I am about to make - Louis Vuitton is one of the world's most recognisable and valuable fashion brands to date. You would have heard of it even if you do not have one sitting ...
With Pokémon Detective Pikachu currently showing in cinemas and the successful opening of the Pokémon Centre at Jewel Changi Airport recently, Pokémon is being raved about more than it already was before. Adding on to that list, Pokémon fans will be psyched to know they have one more thing to look out for: UNIQLO is ...
Naiise is no stranger to the average Singaporean, having been around since 2013. It started out as an online platform and gradually expanded into several brick-and-mortar stores across the island. Today, it has left its mark both locally and internationally - having expanded its retail presence to Malaysia and the United Kingdom.
Campus Magazine
by Germaine Leow Before the Coffee Gets Cold: Café Funiculi Funicula is a time-travel melodrama based on the novel by Toshikazu Kawaguchi. The plot solely revolves around the fictional café, Café Funiculi Funicula, in which there is a specific seat that customers can sit at to travel back to a past encounter in that café, after they are poured a cup of coffee.
With hip-hop pumping out of the loud stereos, confident people donning the latest streetwear and bright lights falling upon the exhibitions, you may feel like the space is a bit overwhelming. So here’s a brief floor guide to help you on your way:
He once said that learning the Chinese language is an "unclimbable mountain". Today, he stands tall at the tip of that mountain, going from a boy who could not fathom the language to one who belts out songs in the very same language.
Sole Superior, Singapore's premier sneaker and streetwear convention, returned for yet another banging event over the weekend. With sneaker culture and street fashion being increasingly trendy as of late, there's no denying how pricey some apparels and shoes can get. Regardless, a large majority of people at the event were the youth, particularly students.
For Munchy Monday today, we will be reviewing a foodie paradise for people who love to eat noodles. I Want My Noodle is a Chinese cafe which whips up Chinese noodles with special fusion twists, which is guaranteed to give your taste buds an unfamiliar yet pleasant sensation.
Trip101
Picture this: fields of grass and flowers separated by a lake and reconnected with curving wooden bridges, towering windmills in the background of a Dutch village. This site looks like it jumped right out of a painting and that is Zaanse Schans for you.
If you are dropping by Washington's urban port city, where the city's skyline rests on fresh water and visits to art museums fill up a day or two on everyone's itinerary, you're bound to get a little hungry taking all that in.
While you've heard a lot about the lively and warm city of Chicago, you might not have heard as much about its quaint suburb down south. Sure, a day at the museum or watching a baseball game while chowing down a good ol' hotdog sounds like a lot of fun, but we're taking you away from the city and closer to Mother Nature for a breath of fresh air in Lansing, Illinois.
CATCH Magazine (Nanyang Polytechnic)
The Buffalo Horn (University at Buffalo)
TBH X - Merge The 10th issue of The Buffalo Horn is a timeless piece put together by the SIM-UBSC Publications Department. This issue touches on topics of the past, present, and future - a literal time capsule for readers to discover.