This new “Holiday” K-beauty box worth $237+ is yours to bag home at just $67+

It’s the holiday season and that means it’s time for a special “Holiday Box” from the K-beauty scene.

This magical Christmas month, Olive Young has prepared for us a K-beauty box with a value of $237+ and it’s yours to bring home at just $67+!

Here’s what you get:

FULL SIZE

SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Quick Calming Pad √

Fed up with redness, irritation, and tired-looking skin?

Restore your glow in just 2 minutes with the SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Quick Calming Pad.

This essence-rich toner pad is packed with Centella and Panthenol and calms inflammation while lavishing skin with hydration.

Thanks to its crescent moon shape, the generously sized pad sweeps across every contour; coupled with a gentle, green-certified formula with 10 EWG-grade ingredients to coddle irritated complexions.

Elizavecca Collagen Coating Hair A+ Muscle Curl Cream (CER-100) 120ml

Anua Peach 70 Niacin Serum 30ml Set (+Green Lemon Serum 3.3g) √

The search for glow-up ends with this peach serum clinically proven to solve your skincare woes—from hyperpigmentation and uneven tone to dryness and roughness.

After just 4 weeks, say ‘annyeong’ (goodbye) to dark circles and dullness as it tackles melanin on the skin’s surface and deeper layers for an even complexion.

A blend of niacinamide (5%), Vitamin B12, and pink yeast floods your complexion with hydration for a plump finish.

And with triple hyaluronic acids in its formula, this moisture surge lasts all day.

No need to chase after multiple serums—this one here handles it all in a bottle.

Haruharu wonder Black Rice Triple AHA Gentle Cleansing Gel 100ml

VT Reedle Shot 100 Essence 50ml √

This essence takes moisture to the next level with microneedles that are smaller than your pores.

As the essence dissolves, it opens up absorption pathways to allow ingredients like Centella Asiatica extract, triple hyaluronic acid, and green propolis extract to soak in fully.

Drink in moisture, soothe dullness, and strengthen your skin’s barrier, all in one shot.

Plus, the amino acid complex helps lock in that freshly quenched glow.

VT Reedle Shot 100 Essence revives your skin, giving you the healthy complexion you’ve been craving.

tooq Piece of Cake Pen Glitter 0.5g

espoir Couture Lip Tint Glaze 5.5g + Lip Gloss √

Get pillowy lips with a pop of color with espoir’s Couture Lip Tint Glaze.

It delivers a juicy pigment finish with a 3D plumping effect.

Get a glossy sheen that enhances your natural lip shape and fullness.

Simply swipe it on and watch as the syrup-like tint melds with your lips for a velvety glow.

Reapply in 30 seconds for an extra voluptuous pout, or layer the included lip gloss on top for an idol-like shine.

TRAVEL SIZE / FREE GIFTS

Beauty of Joseon Revive Eye Serum Ginseng + Retinol 10ml

SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Ampoule Foam 20ml

SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Light Cleansing Oil 30ml

SOME BY MI Glass Skin Perfect Duo

Haruharu Wonder Holiday Special Edition Rabbit Keyring

Get Olive Young’s BEAUTY BOX DECEMBER (Holiday Box) at $67+ here.

5 highly rated hot pot restaurants (that’s not Haidilao) in Singapore to visit because it’s almost steamboat season

Steamboat season is just around the corner.

While Haidilao may be quite a familiar name when it comes to hot pot dining, there are other options.

So allow us to share with you a quick list of highly rated hot pot restaurants filled with sizzling soups, fresh ingredients, and more.

Xiabu Xiabu Hotpot @Lazada One

Website: drive.google.com

Google Rating: 4.7 (2.7K+ reviews)

Address: Bras Basah Rd, #01-03/04 Lazada One, Singapore 189554

Straight from the streets of Beijing, Xiabu Xiabu Hotpot brings the flavors of Chinese hotpot cuisine to your table.

Xiabu Xiabu sources only the freshest ingredients to create its mouthwatering broths.

Take your pick from a selection that includes classics like Japanese Dashi alongside bases like Nanyang Curry.

Vegetarians, there are meat-free options for you too.

No matter which broth you choose, you will dunk premium meats, seafood, and veggies into simmering pots of flavor at an unbeatable value.

Set menus start from $25.

Happy Lamb Hot Pot 快乐小羊火锅 – Orchard

Website: happylambhotpot.sg

Google Rating: 4.7 (2K+ reviews)

Address: 9 Scotts Rd, #02-10 Pacific Plaza, Singapore 228210 (Located in Pacific Plaza)

Happy Lamb Hot Pot’s signature “Good Soup without Dipping Sauce” style ditches the usual dipping sauces, instead slow-stewing a rich base broth for 6 full hours to extract maximum flavor.

You get a milky pot of base broth that’s a feast in itself.

Simply swish your premium meat selections through the steaming pot and enjoy the Mongolian-inspired hot pot.

小燕子番茄火锅 XiaoYanZi Tomato Hot Pot

Website: xiaoyanzitomatohotpot.com

Google Rating: 4.7 (1.3K+ reviews)

Address: 6 Eu Tong Sen St, #03-87 Clarke Quay Central (Blue Zone, Singapore 059817)

Forget your standard hot pot experience.

XiaoYanZi is the pioneer who brought simmering pots of tangy tomato broth to Southeast Asia.

Each pot of their signature soup starts with 10 fresh, ruby-red tomatoes slow-stewed for full flavor.

They also take pride in their housemade shrimp paste with whole tiger prawns.

Once known as “Upin Hot Pot”, this brand has spent years refining its recipe.

Go ahead and dip in your favorite meats and veggies right here.

Wu Wang Guo 勿忘锅 Hot Pot

Website: wuwangguo.com

Google Rating: 4.7 (1.3K+ reviews)

Address: 133 New Bridge Road, above, #03-09/10/11/12/13/14 main atrium, Chinatown Point, Singapore 059413

Prepare to be wowed by Wu Wang Guo 勿忘锅 or “Unforgettable Hotpot.”

Slurp up soup bases like a collagen-fueled beauty broth or a spirit-lifting drunken chicken blend.

Can’t decide among the choices?

Opt for the tri or quart pot to sample up to 3 or 4 flavors.

Also features tender beef and mutton to affordable meat platters starting at just $12.80.

City Snow Hotpot

Website: citysnowhotpot.com

Google Rating: 4.7 (500+ reviews)

Address: Blk 501 W Coast Dr, #01-302, Singapore 120501

You haven’t experienced hotpot until you’ve tasted Beijing’s centuries-old tradition.

At City Snow Hotpot, a secret recipe stock base simmers for hours using spring water, lending a natural sweetness to the nutritious broth.

Fresh lamb meat and bones complete the authentic flavor alchemy.

With over 30 Beijing-style condiments to customize your dip, you’re the main lead of an endless flavor adventure.

Premium chilled cuts like beef and mutton await.

Prefer fruits of the sea?

Live seafood options let you indulge.

If you’re seeking a late-night fix, it’s good news for you because City Snow Hotpot’s doors stay open until 3 am daily, ready to serve your soul-warming spoonfuls.

5 Christmas cakes from $55 to order for your yearend festive celebrations

The holiday season is here and you’ve probably got a date or two set for your gatherings.

We think no Christmas celebration is complete without a lovely Christmas cake as the centerpiece of your dining table and that’s why we’ve searched high and low for some options from $55.

Fruitcakes, log cakes, and more…

These options are sure to impress both you and your guests.

Take a look!

Christmas Wreath Fruitcake

Price: $55

Celebrate the season with a fruitcake that tastes like it came straight from ah-ma’s oven.

Each bite of Luna’s Christmas Wreath Fruitcake reveals a traditional brown sugar and cinnamon spice blend.

There’s also a crown of chewy, jewel-toned dried fruits adorning the top, adding texture.

To complete the festive look, edible snowflakes, and mistletoe garnishes make this 18cm dessert a picture-perfect highlight for holiday gatherings.

Generously sized to feed a crowd of 8 to 10 merrymakers, this fruitcake is our 2024 Christmas dessert appeal.

Santa Sleigh

Promo Price: $66.30

Or consider this Santa Sleigh cake, a joyful medley of flavors with surprises in every bite.

An airy chiffon sponge forms the base with a lightness to counter the decadence ahead.

Yuzu curd lends a citrus zing that cuts through the sweet fraises compote and velvety vanilla chantilly cream.

Lush yet light, sweet yet tangy.

Topped with fresh strawberries and packaged in a festive design.

15% off right now!

Black Forest Yule Log

Price: $88

Let this Black Forest Yule Log seduce your taste buds.

Bite into the bitter dark chocolate chiffon with a hint of alcohol for depth, only to discover a molten core of rich Valrhona 70% chocolate cremeux.

Then comes the bright burst of Morello cherry compote, balancing the intense chocolate notes with its subtly sweet tang.

This sinfully delicious cake begs to be savored slowly, but good luck resisting more than a few heavenly bites.

After all, you don’t achieve “best-seller” status by being just another dessert.

Winter Raspberry Bliss Log Cake

Price: $89.91

For cakeholics, this winter raspberry bliss is a dream come true.

Savor the rich opalys chocolate coating that cocoons a pleasing raspberry puree filling with ripe, sweet-tart flavors.

This log cake also reveals a nutty crunch from pecan pieces and sable breton crumbs, plus a kick of sherry wine grapes.

Each purchase gives back, with 10% of sales donated to The Straits Times School Pocket Money Fund in the spirit of giving.

So grab a slice of this seasonal raspberry bliss and do some good while you can.

Pandora Box (Whole Cake)

Price: $98

Last but not least, we have this confection from Pan Pacific Orchard that fuses Japanese culinary flair with Western dessert traditions.

At its heart lies a silky hojicha green tea mousse that delivers earthy, roasted notes.

Beneath, sour cherry confit cuts through the richness with a pop of tartness, while layers of pistachio feuilletine add an irresistible crunch.

It’s a treat that plays sweet and tart flavors against various textures.

Crave something beyond the ordinary this season?

Let this creation serve you right.

6 jade pieces of jewelry (that are not jade green) from $529 to gift a special someone this season of giving

While jade is traditionally celebrated for its green hue, this gemstone also dazzles in other colors.

Think lavender, white, and even black!

This holiday season, explore with us some exquisite jade pieces starting from $529, perfect for that special someone.

< $1,000

Zenith Lavender Jade Pendant in 9K Yellow Gold

Price: $529

First up, we have this Zenith Lavender Jade Pendant, a showstopper.

It features a premium 4.2-carat type A jadeite gemstone in soft lavender set against solid 9K yellow gold.

White sapphire accents add just a whisper of sparkle.

Whether topping off a workwear ensemble or dressing up a weekend best, this pendant “upgrades” any look with an air of luxury.

Comes with a FREE gold-filled chain necklace that lets one slip into jade elegance quickly.

Beautifully boxed with a polishing cloth, this jadeite marvel is an accessory to wear often.

The Suite

Price: $780

Bad vibes?

Not a chance when you’re rocking Little Jadeite House’s sleek black jadeite bangle.

This slim, shiny stunner is ideal for stacking or wearing solo as a lightweight statement piece.

But here’s where things get really cool: black jadeite is known for its negativity-repelling, evil-banishing powers.

Well, if you’re a believer, this accessory doubles as a protective, cleansing stone for its wearer.

Woo, good stuff 🖤

Highly Translucent Icy Light Blue Jadeite “Icy Trapezoid” Pendant

Price: $980

Or consider this solid 18K white gold pendant featuring a highly translucent icy blue “Type A” jadeite stone.

Cut into a trapezoid, the jadeite seems frozen in time, its icy hue offering a cool elegance.

Diamond accents twinkle from the white gold setting, amplifying its glamor.

Sourced from the most premium jade on earth, this jadeite jewel is a treasure to treasure—as unique as the person wearing it.

> $1,000

Translucent Brownish Red Flower Jadeite Ring

Price: $1,488

Carved from exquisite Burmese jadeite, this Nanyang Jade flower ring casts a brownish-red and translucent glow.

The design showcases artistry in its intricate floral carving that wraps around the finger.

Accented by an 18k white gold band, this 100% natural Type A jade ring radiates premium quality.

Jadeite has been prized for centuries as a precious gemstone, and this piece delivers with its craftsmanship and uncommon hue.

Icy “Sparkling Hearts” Jadeite Jade Drop & Dangle Earrings in White Gold with Diamonds

Price: $1,800

Fall head over heels for these sparkling heartdrops!

Carved from translucent jadeite jade, these earrings showcase nature’s icy gemstones in all their glory.

Suspended from 18K white gold settings speckled with shimmering diamonds, the heart-shaped charms catch the light with every slight turn of your head.

With its Type A jade, these “Sparkling Hearts” are fit for any loved one.

Aesha Earring

Price: from $1,738

Last, but not least, we have these precious pink and white sapphires shining alongside glossy jade.

Handcrafted by Gen.K Jewelry with solid 14K or 18K gold, each pair features a color blend of gems—from white to pink—and green/white jade adds an organic touch.

Since each jade varies in hue, your Aesha earrings become a truly one-of-a-kind statement piece.

Ready for a look that commands attention?

Go for this gemstone glamor.

4 K-beauty products from Olive Young’s ‘Super Rookie Brands’ to try at 50% off before 2024 ends

Olive Young has recently launched products from its ‘Super Rookie Brands’ and it’s a wonderful time of the year to explore some fresh(er) K-beauty products for your skincare routine.

There’s a full list but we’ve picked out some standout products that you must try before the year wraps up.

Here they are:

tooq Piece of Cake Pen Glitter 0.5g

Price: $19.24

Gleam, glitz, and glow with this formula from tooq.

Their Piece of Cake Pen instantly creates that coveted ‘aegyosal’ effect with a luminous sheen.

Yet despite all the shimmer, it’s shockingly easy to use.

Even makeup novices can master the perfect glitzy line thanks to its creamy texture.

That celestial sparkle stays put all day without a single smudge or fade and the quick 10-second dry time also means you can swipe and go without a worry.

Comes in these four shades: famous rose, sunset glow, cozy beige, and rare pink.

self beauty Uniconic Cool Fixer 100ml

Price: $29.38

Look like your flawless self all day with self beauty’s Uniconic Cool Fixer setting spray.

Not just a refresher, this 100ml bottle is packed with skincare benefits to keep makeup fresh while pampering your complexion.

The ultra-fine 1.8mm mist envelops your face in an even veil, locking in your look without disturbing makeup.

Meanwhile, temperature control technology and a refreshingly light scent help keep you cool under the infamous SG summer heat.

Infused with soothing Althaea rosea flower extract and moisture-binding hyaluronic acid, this mist hydrates and strengthens skin while controlling sweat and shine.

Mist it on after makeup for revitalizing coolness.

shaishaishai Positive Sun Tanning Watery Cream 110mL SPF22

Price: $32.41

Korea’s #1 tanning cream is your new summer essential for a sun-kissed glow.

This lightweight, take-anywhere formula absorbs quickly, hydrating with a bouquet of botanical extracts.

Olive oil enhances elasticity while cacao’s polyphenols inhibit moisture loss and smooth fine lines.

Adenosine promotes collagen synthesis for firmer skin, while sunflower seed and jojoba oils saturate with long-lasting hydration.

No more dull, dry skin after catching those rays.

This bestselling cream is your secret to faking a week in Bali… minus the airfare or wrinkles 😉

HEVEBLUE Salmon Caring Centella Light Cleansing Oil 250ML

Price: $48.73

Struggling to find a cleansing oil that banishes every last trace of makeup without stripping your skin or clogging pores?

The search is done, officially, with this secret “sauce”: HEVEBLUE’s Salmon Caring Centella Light Cleansing Oil.

This gentle formula sweeps away dead skin cells and prevents blackheads.

Vitamin C and antioxidant apple seed oil nourish while you cleanse, leaving skin glowing.

Simply massage the lightweight oil onto your skin, add water if needed, and boom—makeup, impurities, and excess sebum are dissolved.

No scrubbing required.

For more ‘Super Rookie Brands’ products, head here: global.oliveyoung.com/event.

And yes, don’t forget to download your 50% off coupon before you checkout! ⬇⬇⬇