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A fragrance has been said to exude certain feelings, represent you, trigger memories and even transport you somewhere. That’s what the team at New York perfumery Le Labo had in mind when designing its range of scents. In its newest line, City Exclusive, the thirteen fragrances have all been bottled with ingredients native to the origin, capturing the essence of the city’s characteristics.
One of the 13 fragrances created is Bigarade 18, an exclusive scent dedicated to our very own Fragrant Harbour, Hong Kong. The intention behind Bigarade 18 is to bring forth the powerful tension of contrasting elements of the city – it’s old and new, rigid yet comfortable. As the name suggests, 18 ingredients have been blended to express that tug of war balance with the classical smell of citruses and white florals contrasted by transgressive notes of dark woods and ambergris.
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Each location selected for the City Exclusives collection is meaningful to Le Labo’s founders and their upbringing and travel experiences. For Hong Kong, perfumer Eddie Roschi pays tribute to his version of Hong Kong (as he spent a part of his childhood here), expressing his personal experiences of the city back in the 80s.
[inline-quote author="Eddi Rosch, Le Labo Founder"]"I have memories of strolling through the hallways of the Repulse Bay Hotel that was lined with fragrant lilies and citrus trees. In developing Bigarade 18 for Hong Kong I wanted to mix the old classicism of ‘old school’ ingredients, whilst making a scent that stayed contemporary and unforgettable, a tribute to my exposure and memories of Hong Kong, a mix of old and new."[/inline-quote]
What differentiates the City Exclusives line of fragrances with others is that each fragrance will only be available for sale in its origin, with the exception of this September. For one month only, all 13 blends will be sold worldwide so you can get your hands on the scents of the world without purchasing that plane ticket.
City Exclusive Scents:
- Bigarade 18, Hong Kong
- Gaiac 10, Tokyo
- Vanille 44, Paris
- Tubereuse 40, New York
- Poivre 23, London
- Musc 25, London
- Aldehyde 44, Dallas
- Limette 37, San Francisco
- Baie Rose 26, Chicago
- Cuir 28, Dubai
- Benoin 19, Moscow
- Mousse de Chene 30, Amsterdam
- Tabac 28, Miami
Visit Le Labo's website for more information on the City Exclusive scents here.
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Beauty Flight Plan: Travel Essentials for Any Destination
Between the dry cabin air, sodium-rich food and questionable hygiene standards, we can all agree that air travel is rough on our skin, our bodies and any attempt at looking or feeling halfway decent.
But with hours to do little else except watch movies and try, in vain, to sleep, flights can be the perfect time to indulge in some spa-style pampering. All of the products you see on these pages are TSA-approved (that’s 100 ml/3.4 ounces or less for liquids, in case you’ve forgotten) and so convenient that you can use them without even leaving your seat.
If you follow any celebrities or supermodels on social media, you’ve probably read about or even seen selfies of them applying a sheet mask right after take-off. 111Skin’s version is a great option when flying, thanks to its gel-like structure and super-fine fibres that help lock moisture into the skin. It’s designed for use before a big event or after a holiday, so be sure to bring one for the departing flight and one for the trip home.
If you’re worried about scaring fellow passengers with a full face mask, you can always opt for Laneige’s new Cica Sleeping Mask. The yeast-enriched formula can help skin withstand external irritation, something that’s practically guaranteed with plane travel.
Finally, when it comes to freshening up mid-flight or before landing, be sure to pack some moisturiser, fragrance, lip balm and hand cream. After all, just because you stepped off a 16-hour flight doesn’t mean you have to look like you did.
111Skin
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Skin111[/caption]
Tested in extreme conditions not unlikea commercial airline flight, the Anti Blemish Bio Cellulose Facial Mask soothes, purifies and rebalances the skin.
Le Labo
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Le Labo[/caption]
With its alcohol-freesafflower-seed-oil base and convenient roller-ball applicator, Le Labo’s liquid balms are our choice forfragrance on the go.
Eve Lom
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Eve Lom[/caption]
Rich enough to withstand arid cabin conditions and infused with botanical extracts, the Moisture Cream is a pleasant treat mid-flight or at your final destination.
Byredo
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Byredo[/caption]
Rose of No Man’s Land Hand Cream combines much-needed hydration and a unique rose and pink pepper scent. And it’s only 30 ml.
Fresh
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Fresh[/caption]
Who doesn’t want to smell and feel minty fresh after a long flight? The new Sugar Mint Rush Freshening Lip Treatment releases a cooling sensation when lips are pressed together.
Darphin
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Darphin[/caption]
The Stimulskin Plus Multi-Corrective Divine Eye Cream comes with two massage tools so you can enjoy your very own facial at 35,000 feet.
Beauty Blender
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Beauty Blender[/caption]
The Selfie Shield dry oil primer will ensure you’re, well, selfie-ready while providing SPF 38 protection from any UV rays streaming through the window.
Aesop
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Aesop[/caption]
Weary travellers are in for a treat with this set of four hair- and bodycare staples in refreshing botanical scents. Also available are Departure and Jet Set kits.
Laneige
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Laneige[/caption]
The K-Beauty brand has added to its popular overnight- treatment line with Cica Sleeping Mask, featuring a forest- derived yeast that’s proven to restore and strengthen the skin barrier.
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