Openings And Offerings
Aesop Hollywood Road
The universe of Aesop is lent a Hong Kong twist at Aesop Hollywood Road. Located in the beating heart of Central, the brand’s new shop is a modern, aesthetic ode to the city through a myriad of design motifs: custom-made white tiles nod to tiling tradition, while suspended brass structures are reminiscent of bamboo scaffolding easily spotted among the streets. Planters aplenty sit at the centre of the store as an homage to the shop’s address Hollywood Road, a name said to have originated from holly shrubs growing in the area when said road was built.
If you are looking to escape the hustle and bustle, ascend the stairs of the shop to reach Aesop’s Facial Suite, where you can close your eyes, relax and rejuvenate the skin with the brand’s custom formulations under the skilful hands of an expert facial therapist.
G/F & UG/F, 52 Hollywood Road, Central; aesop.com/hk
The Oriental Spa at The Landmark Mandarin Oriental x Subtle Energies
Celebrating the 30th anniversary of Subtle Energies, The Oriental Spa at The Landmark Mandarin Oriental is exclusively unveiling the Australian natural skincare brand’s Advance Biotech Skincare range as well as an offering of a series of new treatments.
Highlights include the 90-minute Gold Touch Age-Defying Facial Treatment, which combines collagen-boosting actives with mogra and 24k gold to regenerate and restore elasticity to the skin. For women who wish to feel confident from the inside out, embark on “Empowering Me, A Women’s Journey”, a 150-minute voyage that begins with a gentle meditation, followed by a therapeutic massage and ends with a facial that utilises balancing and nourishing actives such as mogra, saffron, and Himalayan rose.
5/F, The Oriental Spa, The Landmark Mandarin Oriental, 15 Queen’s Road Central; mandarinoriental.com
The Mandarin Spa at Mandarin Oriental 60th Anniversary Offering
In celebration of Mandarin Oriental Hong Kong’s 60th anniversary, The Mandarin Spa has unveiled a special discounted offer for its Celestial Black Diamond Sculpting Body Treatment, which follows the spa’s partnership with luxury skincare brand 111SKIN earlier this year. The 90-minute body treatment sculps, tightens and nourishes the skin through result-driven massage techniques and professional formulas and will be available for a special rate of HK$1,963 until the end of November.
24/F, Mandarin Oriental, 5 Connaught Road Central; mandarinoriental.com
Diptyque IFC Mall Flagship Reopening
Diptyque re-opens its flagship at ifc mall! Traces of Hong Kong’s cityscape can be found in the new space, which features the city’s symbolic Bauhinia flower alongside murals created by Hong Kong-based French artist Elsa Jean Dedieu. The reimagined flagship will become the only store in the city to carry Diptyque’s new Decoration line of refined, exquisite objects and curiosities, showcasing the brand’s craftsmanship.
Shop 1083, 1/F, ifc mall, 8 Finance Street, Central
Releases To Watch
Byredo: Animalique Eau De Parfum
Take a walk on the wild side this autumn with Byredo’s new Animalique Eau De Parfum. In the same way that every individual is multifaceted, the Animalique is a complex scent comprised of intricate layers inspired by the concept of humans digging deep and channelling their inner spirit animal. Upon a light spray, refreshing notes of lemon and bergamot welcome the senses and gradually fade to unveil a warm floral fragrance of violet and mimosa. The olfactory journey ends with a final layer of white suede, amber and tobacco leaf — raw, earthy, authentic.
Diptyque: Les Mondes de Diptyque
As we welcome chillier autumn evenings, it is prime time to stock up on our favourite scented candles for a cosy night in. Cue: Diptyque’s new “Les Mondes de Diptyque” (“The Worlds Of Diptyque”) collection, which boasts a series of premium candles available in five mesmerising scents. Transport your spirit to Kyoto’s lush Arashiyama Mountain with the woody Temple des Mousses (“Moss Temple”), or venture through the Mexican rainforest to Las Pozas by lighting the La Forêt Rêve (“Forest Dreams”). Each candle is housed in colourful monolithic glass ovals reminiscent of Diptyque’s iconic logo, designed by Cristina Celestino. The best part? They are refillable!
Aesop: Ouranon Eau de Parfum
Transcend time and space with Aesop’s Ouranon Eau de Parfum — the sixth and final fragrance in the brand’s highly coveted Othertopias collection. A sparkling symphony of petitgrain, elemi and lavender make way to reveal a warm herbaceous heart, which is then lent a hint of spice by patchouli and tonka.
M19Minus: the PURGE 000 Monster Beads
M19Minus’ the PURGE 000 Monster Beads will change the way you look at everyday skincare. Encased in a striking red flask, the artisanal cleansing beads are crafted with the brand’s one-of-a-kind “Oil-In-Powder” formula and instantly melt into a smooth, foamy texture upon activation. Buff away deep-seated impurities and brighten the skin with its blend of fine diamond and pearl powders, rejuvenating rainbow plant and nourishing jojoba seed oil.
Odriem: Afterglow Toner And Acne Treatment Essence
If you are prone to acne flare-ups during Hong Kong’s drier autumn seasons, Odriem has got you covered. The local vegan and cruelty-free skincare brand has released two new products – Afterglow Toner and Acne Treatment Essence – formulated for acne-prone skin by Yuki Wong, founder of Weirdo Beauty. Pat in the Afterglow Toner infused with azelaic acid, salicylic acid and Chinese plants to unclog the pores and combat excess oil, and complete your skincare routine with the Acne Treatment Essence, which further controls sebum production with jojoba seed oil and addresses irritation with antibacterial quaternium-73.
La Mer: The Lifting Firming Serum
Turn back time with La Mer’s new Lifting Firming Serum! Restore your radiance with the innovative youth-restoring elixir, which is formulated with La Mer’s state-of-the-art Fluid Framework Technology and utilises the brand’s legendary Miracle Broth to firm and plump the skin, leaving your face lifted and contoured for any occasion — who would say no to a killer jawline?
Editor
Kaitlyn Lai
