Hello. I’m Tom. I moved to Singapore from London and have spent the years since working out what actually works for skin, hair, and everything else in this climate. This site is where I write up what I’ve found: skincare that holds up in humidity, products available on Shopee Singapore, and the occasional piece for Grazia Singapore when something is worth going deeper on. If you’re new here, this is the best place to start.
Skincare
Science-forward skincare for Singapore skin. Fragrance-free, evidence-backed, and tested in actual humidity.
Best Barrier Repair Moisturisers for Damaged Skin
The most important category in Singapore skincare. If your barrier is compromised, nothing else in your routine works properly. Six fragrance-free options across every budget, from CeraVe to SKIN1004.
Best Vitamin C Serums for Hyperpigmentation
Pure L-ascorbic acid only — no derivatives, no compromises. Six vitamin C serums compared on concentration, formulation, and how they hold up in Singapore’s heat, where oxidation is a real problem.
More from Skincare:
- Best Sunscreens for Oily Skin (Singapore 2026)
- Torriden Dive-In Glow Mist Review: A Reliable Hydration Reset for Dry and Dehydrated Skin
- Best BHA Exfoliant (Singapore 2026)
Sun Protection
SPF50+ PA++++ only. Singapore’s UV index doesn’t ease off, and neither should your sunscreen.
Best Sunscreens for Hot Weather and Humidity
Six sunscreens that actually hold up in Singapore’s heat — tested for finish, wear time, and how they perform when the humidity makes most formulas slide off by midday.
More on SPF:
- Best Sunscreens for Oily Skin (Singapore 2026)
- Best Sunscreens for Hot Weather and Humidity (Singapore 2026)
Wellness
Supplements and wellness products worth taking seriously. I compare what the evidence says, not what the packaging promises.
Best Collagen Drinks for Skin Brightening and Anti-Ageing
Collagen drinks are one of the most popular supplements in Singapore. I’ve compared six across format, dose, taste, and what the science actually supports — so you don’t have to wade through the marketing.
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Food
Restaurant reviews, grocery picks, and kitchen essentials for Singapore life. I write about what I actually eat and cook in a city where the options are excellent and the constraints are very real.
My Thoughts On New Generation Singaporean Cuisine at Belimbing
Belimbing’s fermentation-forward tasting menu at 269 Beach Road is one of the more interesting things happening in Singapore dining right now. New-generation Singaporean cooking from the team behind Coconut Club — here’s my take on it.
More from Food:
- My Thoughts On the Four Seasons Singapore’s New Cocktail Menu, Polaroids of Singapore
- My Thoughts On New Generation Singaporean Cuisine at Belimbing
Home & Living
Organisation systems, décor, kitchen kit, and cleaning products for Singapore homes. HDB-friendly, humidity-resistant, and available on Shopee. Practical picks only — nothing that doesn’t survive the climate.
Latest from Home & Living:
As Seen In Grazia Singapore
I’ve been a contributing editor at Grazia Singapore since September 2025. These are the summaries of pieces I’ve written there — ingredients worth understanding, trends worth knowing about, and a few things the skincare industry would rather you didn’t look too closely at.
Is Face Fungus Ruining Your Skin? My Deep Dive on Fungal Acne
Fungal acne is one of the most commonly misdiagnosed skin conditions in Singapore’s climate. This piece covers what it actually is, why standard acne treatments make it worse, and what to use instead.
More from Grazia Singapore:
- Is Face Fungus Ruining Your Skin? My Grazia Deep Dive on Fungal Acne
- Ectoin: The Quietly Brilliant Skincare Ingredient Your Routine Has Been Missing
- Is PDRN Actually Doing Anything For Your Skin?
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