You know the spiel…New Year, new you. We understand that looking good is a year-round process of workouts, facials, manicures, and what-not. So really, there’s no better time to get started on your beauty regime for 2016 than now! To get you primped and ready for the next 365 days, consider this our early Christmas gift to you. Behold, the ultimate guide to looking good: everything from Singapore’s best hair salons to spas, nail parlours to gyms, and even men’s grooming spots.
Spas
The first step to looking good? Feeling good inside and out – and nothing does the job better than a trip to the best spas in Singapore for a well-deserved session of R&R. A soothing massage, an invigorating body scrub, a dip in the Jacuzzi… who could ever say no to that?
And while you’re at it, don’t forget to keep your visage looking flawless. Bid adieu to blemishes, wrinkles, dull skin, and all your other beauty woes with our pick of the best facial treatments. Pressed for time and can’t spare an entire day to pamper yourself? No matter: get out your Filofaxes and book a quickie beauty treatment at these spas around the CBD – think 30-minute massages and facials in under an hour for all you working folks!
Hair
Searching for The One? No, we don’t mean Mr. (or Mrs.) Right. We’re talking about the perfect hair stylist who can tame our tresses into something out of a shampoo commercial. Sounds like a tall order? Not quite. We bet that our top picks of hair salons will solve all your hair woes – whether you’re looking to chop off your locks, tame the frizz, go blonde, or in search of the perfect blowout. No more bad hair days, that’s for sure!
Nails
For a top-to-toe transformation, you gotta have perfectly manicured nails. Luckily, we’ve picked out the best nail salons in Singapore, which have – you know it – nailed it when it comes to mani pedis, fancy nail art, and utterly relaxing foot reflexology.
Hair removal
Less is definitely more when it comes to any hair that’s not on your scalp. The possibilities to get rid of any unwanted body hair are endless: waxing, threading, laser, IPL…you name it; we’ve got it covered with our definitive list of beauty salons for hair removal. Bushy eyebrows, hairy upper lips, and overgrown bikini lines, be gone!
Men’s grooming
You didn’t think we’d forget about the not-so-fairer sex, did you? The era of the unkempt Neanderthal is long over, gentlemen. These days, the modern man comes equipped with a suave haircut, perfectly coiffed facial hair, and groomed nails to boot. So where can a fella go to get his man-tenance sorted out? Hit up these top men’s grooming spots for the full works: haircuts, hot shaves, mani pedis, waxing, and even tattooing.
Fitness
A trim and toned physique – now who doesn’t want that? The beginning of the year is the perfect time to get started on your fitness routine (gotta fulfil those New Year’s resolutions!). So whether you’re a regular gym bunny looking for your next endorphin high or total newbie to the workout scene, we’ve covered all the bases – and we really do mean all.
Ready to hit the elliptical under the guidance of a pro? Enlist the help of a personal trainer or get your butt kicked army-style at the best (and most brutal) fitness boot camps around town. Better yet, get down and dirty and channel your inner Tony Jaa with a round of good ol’ fashioned Muay Thai.
If the gym scene isn’t your thing, go ‘om’ with yoga; try out yoga’s powerhouse alternative Pilates or work up a sweat with the new fitness trend du jour: spinning!
So your daily sessions on the treadmill are getting mundane and you’re craving something a little more…creative. We feel you. Why not join the circus…or rather, try your hand at fun, gravity-defying acro fitness classes? If all else fails, nothing beats the thrill of unleashing your inner disco diva by learning how to dance – be it tango, salsa, Zumba, belly dancing or Lindy Hop!