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Despite our different skin types, we all have one common dream – achieving that clear and glowing skin. Fortunately, there are beauty subscription boxes with carefully handpicked essentials – specially catered for each individual – that help us with our skin goals.
Each box is either suitable for all skin types or curated based on our profile. (Some brands make customers take a quiz to understand their skin needs better).&nbsp;
Besides, there are plant-based and non-toxic items, such eco-friendly options allow us to take care of our beauty regime while paying attention to our planet &#8211; a win-win. With so many beauty subscription boxes available in the market, here are five we absolutely love.
Bomibox
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Obsessed with the sought-after glass skin, then, like us, you will also love this Korean beauty box. Each box has either full-size or travel-size items. For those not ready to commit to a monthly or quarterly subscription, without trying the Bomibox Korean Beauty Box, there is a three-month plan. (when going on a trial, remember to choose the gift option so that the subscription does not automatically renew after three months). Subscribe <a href="https://bomibox.cratejoy.com/subscribe/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">here</a>.
Petit Vour
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Whether it is its array of customized products, tailor-made based on personalized quiz responses for your skin goals or the fact that its selection of products is non-toxic and plant-based, it is no surprise that Petit Vour has become many beauty aficionados’ favourite when it comes to beauty subscription boxes. Each parcel consists of four or more beauty picks including treats for skin and hair; and cosmetics such as mascara, lip polish and more. Subscribe <a href="https://www.petitvour.com/pages/the-cruelty-free-beauty-box#" target="_blank" rel="noopener">here</a>.
Laurel &amp; Reed
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Laurel &amp; Reed is another ethical brand that delivers all-natural skincare essentials to you. The products are also non-toxic and cruelty-free. Each pack comes with more than three full-sized products. If you wish to try a box before subscribing, there is a one-time plan that does not renew. Subscribe <a href="https://laurelandreed.com/collections/subscription" target="_blank" rel="noopener">here</a>.
The Detox Market
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The Detox Market brings you sustainable skin treats that are tested and loved by skincare experts. Like most subscription boxes, you will receive different products each month from The Detox Market’s select brands like Biophile, Pai, Kora Organics and more. Subscribe <a href="https://www.thedetoxmarket.com/pages/the-detox-box" target="_blank" rel="noopener">here</a>.
Nourish Beauty
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The four products in the Nourish Beauty Box are specially curated for each month. For instance, the March 2023 package features products like an eyeshadow palette, hair colour care essentials and more that match the Spring-Summer beauty needs. Also, Nourish Beauty lets you either buy the already-curated boxes or customise your box by choosing from the list of available products. Subscribe <a href="https://nourishbeautybox.com/collections/new-arrivals/products/march-2023-box" target="_blank" rel="noopener">here</a>.
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Pledged to eat healthy in the new year?&nbsp;
Well, vegan burgers are no longer a dull sermon enticing only the 5% vegetarians on the planet&#8230; Over the last few years, the rise and the reputation of veganism has sky-rocketed. It’s no longer a case of a few evangelical legume-lovers ordering a chickpea salad at Pret A Manger, the diet concept of Veganuary – an annual online resolution for meat-lovers to avoid animal flesh for one month, is soaring in popularity. Keep scrolling for all the details on how to kickstart a month of healthy eating&#8230;
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Move over Dry January and the Whole30 refined-food elimination diet. Veganuary is here to encourage us to eat cleaner and help the planet one plant-based meat substitute at a time. More than half a million people around the world pledged themselves to a month-long plant-based diet last January – double the number who dipped their toes in Veganuary 2019, and excluding countless others who didn’t declare their intentions on the internet.
How did the campaign start? 
The campaign was born in the United Kingdom over a bottle of wine shared by Jane Land and Matthew Glover, a couple who had found each other on a vegan dating site, and in just seven years it has attracted celebrity advocates like Billie Eilish, Elliot Page and Alicia Silverstone. Last year Natalie Portman asked her 5.9 million Instagram followers to join the movement and “fight climate chaos with your fork”.
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Meat, milk and egg production accounts for almost 15-percent of global greenhouse gas emissions, but those choosing to reduce the amount of animal products in their diet for planetary, ethical or personal health reasons can take heart in the changing landscape. In 2020, vegan meat substitutes claimed a whopping US$1.4 billion market share in the United States. As we digest the prospect of a new, cleaner lifestyle, let’s consider what good a month of plant-based eating could do for our bodies.
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Plant Eating Benefits
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Within 3-4 days: Digestion and gut health will begin to improve. With increased amounts of fibre and water in your system from all those fruits and green vegetables, bowel movements will become more regular.
Within 7 days: Blood sugars dip almost from the get-go, and as you banish processed foods, energy levels enjoy a noticeable boost. A well-balanced plant-based diet is high in vitamins, minerals and fibre, has zero cholesterol, and is generally much lower in saturated fats (avoid palm and coconut oils if heart health is your priority). Several studies have shown that levels of LDL ¬– low-density lipoproteins, a.k.a. bad cholesterol ¬– improve over one or two weeks of total immersion in clean, plant-based eating.
Over 2-3 weeks: You begin to drop pressure and pounds. According to medical research, a single week of sticking to whole foods – fruit and veg – and a diet low in salt and processed foods can reduce high blood pressure by 10mmHg. Another impressive feat of going vegan is that your taste buds become more receptive to the natural flavours of food.
Over 3-4 weeks: The cleaner you eat, the clearer and brighter your complexion becomes. Research has proven that adult acne miraculously disappears in less than a month of cutting out the hormones and steroids found in dairy products from your diet. Dropping dairy also calms skin inflammation and shrinks cystic pimples.
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Moving Over Meat
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The benefits of a meat-free existence are compelling, and the realisation, spurred by an increasingly eco-enlightened mainstream media, is accounting for a rapid change in eating habits. In the US in 2020, plant-based food retail sales grew at 27-percent compared with a total retail food market increase of 15-percent. Every month, we witness the mega launch of a meatless meat product or a buzzy new line of dairy alternatives. Shopping, social life and dining out for vegans, even in a city of carnivores like Hong Kong, is now far less challenging.
Eschewing meat and dairy seems sensible after December’s indulgences, but is a January of clean living going to deliver lasting benefits? “While we are definitely seeing a shift in dietary habits over the years, switching to a plant-based diet has to be long-term and sustainable for you to see any health benefits,” says Shirley Kwok, founder of online concept store <a href="https://kirrconcept.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">KIRR (Keeping it Real and Raw)</a>. “[Veganism] is more than just a diet du jour; it’s a lifestyle and a mindset change.”
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While there is no doubt that the meat (beef in particular) industry negatively impacts greenhouse gas emissions and thus the planet, questions have been raised about the greenness of the vegan diet, and whether our quest for better health has gone too extreme?
<blockquote>“Not everyone benefits from dropping meat and dairy,” says Hong Kong-based holistic health coach Mayuri Punjabi. “Long-term veganism can leave the body severely deficient in proteins and amino acids. I did a three-month plant-based diet challenge with my brother and we both had drastically different results. While I had hair loss, patchy skin and bloating, my brother saw dramatic health benefits. Before blindly following a fad, you should know if the trend suits your bio-individual needs.”</blockquote>
For Health’s Sake
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While high rates of obesity, diabetes and heart disease – largely driven by the quantity and quality of food we consume – are of grave concern, doctors have warned that cherry-picking nutritional research to make a case for veganism can result in the depletion of essential vitamins like D and B12 (found in animal products), amino acids responsible for brain and heart health, and vital minerals such as calcium, iron, zinc and iodine.
Your body can store minerals and vitamins for almost a year, so transitioning to a vegan diet might not initially result in deficiencies. If you plan on ditching diary, meat and fish for good, though, you may need to turn to supplements. Count your macros, and arm yourself with the knowledge to plug any nutritional gaps. Bacon doesn’t have to be the only measure of happiness, of course, but remember that turning around your health and the planet’s ills takes a lot more than cutting out cheese and salami.
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(Text: Nikita Mishra)

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Eating the right food is undoubtedly a contributing factor to keeping up a healthy lifestyle. In fact, according to Harvard Health Publishing, on top of exercise, a clean and balanced diet plays a major role in weight loss (not low-fat diets) and overall good health. But, as many Hongkongers are familiar, clean, whole food meals that meet specific needs are, if not impossible, difficult to source from neighbourhood diners and popular delivery apps such as Food Panda and Deliveroo, and finding the time to cook at home while balancing a busy schedule is, for most individuals, not practical. To help, we&#8217;ve shortlisted four premium healthy meal plans that not only cater to specific dietary and nutritional needs, but also deliver flavour-packed dishes right to your doorstep.&nbsp;
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Eatology 
Whether the mood calls for a Mediterranean diet or an Asian keto meal plan that keeps you at a caloric deficit, Eatology&#8217;s tailor-made programmes are said to suit their customers&#8217; nutritional needs, body types and tastes. Their range of menus are professionally-designed by certified nutritionists, dieticians and award-winning chefs to ensure that each menu is catered to the specific needs of each client.&nbsp; 
Price: From HK$1,840 / week
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Crave Healthy Food 
Offering up 100-percent organic meals with a blend of diverse flavours, Crave Healthy Food curates healthy meal plans to suit the lifestyles and preferences of their discerning clients. An initial consultation with their nutritionist allows customers direct input into the process, giving them a say in the types of dishes that suit their particular diet, whether they are following a F-45 Challenge or an allergy-specific dietary restriction.&nbsp; 
Price: From HK$1,750 / week
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Nosh 
Prioritising the quality of each ingredient that goes into every dish, Nosh&#8217;s healthy meal plans claim to put a highlight on premium and sustainable ingredients and materials (they even use biodegradable delivery packages). Whether customers are looking to lose weight or are seeking a plant-based option, the website&#8217;s weekly menus of either two or three meals per day offers up everything from Mexican to Indian cuisine, giving customers the flexibility to satisfy their cravings every week, guilt-free.&nbsp; 
Price: From HK$1,140/ week
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Nutrition Kitchen 
No matter where you are in your fitness level, Nutrition Kitchen boasts a diverse selection of flavours and dietary-specific programmes that add a much-needed flair to the often bland chicken-breasts-and-vegetable diets that many fitness enthusiasts and body builders have been led to believe is the best way to go. Designed by body composition experts, their services offer balanced macro nutrient diets with a wide range of cuisines and specifications, from low-crab to high protein meals. 
Price: From HK$ 1,185 /week
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Four premium healthy meal plans that deliver right to your door step

Buzz-worthy cocktail lounges and sophisticated wine bars may dominate the city&#8217;s beverage market, but there is, in fact, a wholly different type of brew that locals flock to and imbibe on when in search of some much-needed rejuvenation. We speak, of course, of traditional Chinese herbal teas, holistic tipples that are based on centuries-old recipes that offer natural remedies for anything from the common cold to detoxifying the liver and relieving stress or pain. Known to locals as&nbsp;leung cha (which translates to &#8220;cooling tea&#8221;), these useful cuppas are known for aiding in balancing the body&#8217;s heat, and are imbued with medicinal properties that work beyond the scope of Western medicine. Below are some top sellers that have long been lauded for their healing capabilities.&nbsp;
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1. Heal-All Tea (夏枯草): 
Prunella Vulgaris, also known as the &#8216;heal-all plant&#8217;, is a herbaceous plant that possesses healing properties that help lower blood pressure and blood sugar levels. Its sweet flavour makes for an easy entry-level tea for those interested in starting a habit of drinking Chinese herbal teas. 
Benefits: Detoxifies the body, reduces internal heat, improves vision, soothes swelling and headaches.
2. Five Flower Tea (五花茶): 
Brewed with five types of medicinal flowers, its main purpose is to keep the digestive tract healthy. Though recipes varies from shop to shop, it often includes flowers such as kapok, kudzu, prunella vulgaris, or heal-all plan. 
Benefits: Keeps digestive tract healthy, soothes sore throat and reduce inflammation
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3. Twenty-Four Flavour Tea (廿四味): 
As its name states, this tea is made with 20 types of herbs. It is not as easy to swallow as the other teas because of its dull bitterness, but it does packs a punch of health benefits, especially for those who are acne-prone or enjoy eating fried or spicy food. 
Benefits:&nbsp;Relieve sore throats and common cold symptoms, alleviate certain skin problems, cools down and balances the body&#8217;s heat, detoxifies the body and reduces bloating.
4. Chicken Bone Grass (雞骨草):
Made with chicken bone grass and candied dates, this dark herbal tea is bitter with a sweet aftertaste. Because of its natural bitterness, it is typically brewed with liquorice which gives it its palatable sweetness and makes it easier to drink. It is especially good for people who tend to smoke excessively, drink alcohol regularly or suffer from insomnia or stress. 
Benefits:&nbsp;Improve digestion and liver function, clear dampness and phlegm, reduces bloating, detoxifies the body, improves liver function, relieve pain, stress and fatigue.
 
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5. Fire Hemp Seed Tea (火麻仁): 
Made from one of most essential traditional Chinese medicinal herbs, Hemp Seed, this nutty flavoured tea makes for a slightly sweet beverage that is suitable for any weather because of its neutral nature. It is known to be very nutritious and rich in protein, Vitamin E and mono-unsaturated fats which helps with digestion. 
Benefits: Prevents constipation, improves digestion and bowel movements, promotes anti-ageing and reduces risk of cardiovascular disease
6. Monk Fruit Tea (羅漢果茶): 
One of the most commonly brewed Chinese herbal teas is the monk fruit tea, a naturally sweet drink that is cool in nature. It is especially popular during the summer months for its refreshing effect on the body. Though this tea is quite sweet, it is low in carbs and calories. 
Benefits:&nbsp;Cures sore throats and coughs, clears internal heat, clears dampness and lubricates the lungs
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7. Chrysanthemum Tea (銀菊露) 
Chrysanthemum tea is a fragrant flower-based tea that is boiled with honey and sugar cane. It is neutral in nature, making it a healthy beverage that is suitable any day of the year, without the need to relieve any particular symptom. It is also a light and sweet alternative to the other teas on the list.&nbsp; 
Benefits:&nbsp;Clears internal heat, detoxify and improves liver function, relives cold and flue symptoms and improves vision
Where to drink herbal tea:
Herbaceous Tea 
Relatively new to the scene since opening in 2013, this modern outlet brews a variety of fine Chinese herbal teas by hand everyday at all of their shops around Hong Kong.
Good Spring Co. 
This Chinese medicine shops in Central boasts an impressively large range of Chinese herbal teas. They&#8217;re most notably for their 24 herbs tea, sweet flower tea and American ginseng tea, all of which can be served hot or cold.
Sam Bat Mai Kudzu 
This is one of the most well-known herbal tea stores in the city. Noteworthy of their recipes, locals flock to this Wan Chai shop for a much-needed herbal refreshment and detoxification. Customers can also try its famous Rorippa Indica (Yellowcress) tea.
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With the Chinese New Year celebrations out of the way, it’s time to shed the weight of the Lunar New Year festivities. Unfortunately for many, that would mean skipping out on sugary treats, but who says that you can’t make your cake and eat it too? The trick to shredding the numbers on the weight scale is choosing healthier alternatives to the typical fat and refined-sugar laden desserts. Here are some guilt-free picks to satisfy your sweet tooth cravings as you continue on your way towards your fitness goals.&nbsp;
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Flourless WTF (walnut, tahini, fudge) brownies
After sinking your teeth in these sugar-free fudgy chocolate brownies by MyEurekaLife and Baking Maniac, you might never turn back. With ingredients specially catered to health-conscious customers, the recipe composes a nutritionally dense gluten-, dairy-, and sugar-free ingredients that makes up a healthy treat that is both rich in flavour and healthy. In place of refined sugar, flour and vegetable oils,&nbsp; dates, ghee, tahini and nuts are used.&nbsp;
Price: $270/ 6pc 
Location: Wong Chuk Hang 
Contact: (852) 6699 8093
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Gluten-free double earl grey chiffon cake
Those hankering for a healthy alternative to calorie-heavy chiffon cakes can find their saving grace at Sheung Wan based SweetPea Cafe. Their menu comprises gluten-, vegan- and sugar-free cakes, muffins, cookies and pastries and even offer a selection of Keto baked goodies. Specifically, their signature double earl grey chiffon cakes that are quick to be cleared off the shelves are baked fresh daily using coconut cream and coconut butter to substitute milk, and organic and edible essential oils for flavouring.&nbsp; 
Price: From $95/ slice 
Location: Sheung Wan 
Contact: (852) 3689 7269
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Vegan marshmallow chunky chocolate chip cookie
Dessert lovers are spoiled for choice with the range of plant-based desserts available on Bake to Basics&#8217; online bakery. Focusing on American-style comfort desserts including cookies, doughnuts and cinnamon rolls, all adjusted to be healthy, vegan and sugar-free. One of their latest creations is the vegan marshmallow chunky chocolate chip cookie with a cracker base and 70 percent chocolate filling- a deliciously sinless treat for a cheat day. 
Price: From $105/3 pc 
Contact: Online order only on their website (baketobasics.com)
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Plant-based chocolate strawberry tart&nbsp;
Plant-based French patisserie, Bien Caramélisé, treats the city with a slew of sophisticatedly crafted French pastries with a vegan twist. Their recipes substitute traditional baking ingredients such as eggs, dairy, white flour and refined sugar with a variety of flours and nutritionally better ingredients such as buckwheat, sorghum, chickpea flours,&nbsp; Japanese starch kudzu and cacao butter and olive oil. A highlight at the bakery is the chocolate strawberry tart made with 70 percent single-origin chocolate from São Tomé, cashews and oats. The bakery also sources its fruits locally from neighbouring wet markets and organic farms in the city.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 
Price: From $69 up/ piece 
Location: Mong Kok 
Contact: (852) 52395198
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100% vegan macaron&nbsp;
Instagramers who are seeking a health-conscious option to beautifully baked desserts will be thrilled to visit the Japanese organic and 100 percent vegan pastry shop Moono. Beautifully presented and mouth-wateringly delectable, their chewy macarons are a treat for the mouth as well as the eyes as its aesthetically pleasing offerings vary in a range of flavours from sea-salted dark chocolate, pistachio and Early Grey, to more contemporary Japanese-influenced flavours such as black sesame and yuzu sea salt.&nbsp; 
Price: $175/ box of six pieces 
Location: Sham Shui Po 
Contact: (852) 6848 8375

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Five guilt-free desserts to add to your diet

2020 had been a roller coaster of a ride that brought Hongkongers a slew of both positive and unfortunate moments— circumstances that impeded on a comfortable and habitual lifestyle. In spite of the unexpected events of last year, it brought about a handful of booming lifestyle trends that had caught on quicker than Covid-19.&nbsp; Though the pandemic stretches into 2021— overstaying its welcome, these lifestyle trends are here to stay.
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Wellness Staycations
With travel restrictions hammered down, Staycations have never been more popular. The city saw its highest spike in staycation searches in 2020, setting a record high of Google searches, according to data provided by Google. The trend was quickly captured by luxury hotels like Hyatt, Peninsula, W Hong Kong and Rosewood by meeting the demands of local residents for a &#8216;wellness getaway&#8217; right in their own backyard. Rejuvenation spa treatments inclusive in Staycation packages were the highlight of these promotions, offering home-bound residents a relief from their citylife burdens. And as long as travel restrictions are still in place, sumptuous Staycations are here to stay.
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Home cooking
The widely used photo and video sharing platform, Instagram witnessed a boom in mouth-watering home-cooked delicacies last year. With social distancing firmly in place, home cooks turned their hand to baking and other culinary experiments, as a a safer option to dining out; Putting all that extra time away from the office and social gatherings to developing a new skill. This trend was observed by Nielsen, global measurement and data analytics company, stating that &#8220;77% of consumers in Hong Kong planned to eat at home more often than before&#8221;.
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Local adventure
Although hiking was initially a call to form healthier habits whilst gyms and swimming pools remained closed, the rediscovery of the natural landscapes that occupy almost 70% of the city quickly became an Instagrammable trend featuring lesser known landscapes and beaches. But beyond the noteworthy&nbsp; scenic views, trekking the forested hillsides and rocky coastlines of Hong Kong is also an activity city dwellers in-need of an urban getaway and can to return to long past the pandemic ends as studies have shown that a 90-minute walk in nature reduces depression, according to Proceedings of the Natural Academy of Science.
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Home workouts
A virtual trend that solved fitness needs for both fitness centres and members while the gyms were forced to close their doors, at-home workouts offered flexibility and convenience that fitness enthusiasts increasingly bacome keen on. Even though it is expected that members will return to physical gyms and fitness studios once social gathering restrictions lift, the availability of fitness apps, online classes, and luxury home-gym equipment serve a community that had previously been hindered by their hectic careers from living an active lifestyle. The global online and virtual fitness market is projected to continue its growth until 2027, reaching $59,231 million according to Allied Market Research.
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Veganism
Plant-based food is making its move to take over the dining table. Alternative meat options such as OmniPork and Impossible Foods have won over the loyalty of health-conscious diners and supporters of sustainable living. With the pandemic bringing new light to the health concerns of meat products, consumers are making their switch to veganism. A research by DuPont Nutrition &amp; Biosciences and Ipsos has revealed new data that shows significant increase in the demand for plant-based meat and is predicted to grow to US$1.7 billion, marking a 25% increase&nbsp;in the next five years.
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Lifestyle trends to look out for in 2021

Aveda&#8217;s newest service thickens and colours with only plant-based products
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If you thought contouring strictly belonged to the territory of make-up artists, you were wrong.&nbsp;Aveda&#8217;s global artistic director for hair color, Ian Michael Black,&nbsp;came up with a way to translate the makeup technique into hair art using strategic colour placement. &#8220;Eclipting&#8221; is the new buzz word in the beauty world, after years of &#8220;balayage&#8221; domination.&nbsp;
We know&nbsp;– there are so many concepts to grasp when it comes to this new trend. Let&#8217;s start by slowing down and taking it apart piece by piece.
Step 1: Thickening with Invati Advanced
Aveda&#8217;s thickening + colour/highlights service is a new&nbsp;body-boosting hair treatment&nbsp;designed to contour and alter the shape of your hair. The first part lifts and volumizes thinning, lanky tresses for maximum fullness using the award-winning Invati Advanced™&nbsp;line, which powers the process via three products that promise to reduce hair loss by 53%.&nbsp;
Price: The&nbsp;Invati Treatment for Thinning Hair starts at HK$500
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Step 2:&nbsp;Eclipting –&nbsp;Colouring your way to fuller-looking hair
The second part achieves&nbsp;optical illusions by way of &#8216;eclipting.&#8217; The technique makes thinning hair appear fuller through &#8216;hair contouring&#8217;: incorporating&nbsp;balayage techniques to effect gradients (although eclipting uses starker contrasts for a more distinct change).
Black&#8217;s method keeps the root area a little darker to &#8220;make hair look more solid at the scalp,&#8221; he says. &#8220;It works well with the darker-root trend right now.&#8221;
Strategic highlights are then placed: finer through the top and chunkier underneath. &#8220;This gives hair a bulkier look overall,&#8221; according to Black.&nbsp;Finally, the ends shouldn&#8217;t be lighter than the rest of the hair as bleached ends look especially thin.
&#8220;But nothing makes hair look better than being shiny and conditioned,&#8221; warns Black, so keep those locks healthy! Remember: chemicals at the minimum, hence Aveda&#8217;s success as a company that sticks to naturally-derived ingredients.
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The Hong Kong experience
Among Aveda&#8217;s several <a href="http://www.aveda.com.hk/locations" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Hong Kong locations</a>, we decided to check out their Lifestyle Salon &amp; Spa at The Loop in Central. You can enter via a separate door from the building lobby; skip the spa and salon on the first two floors to get to the colouring station on the third.&nbsp;
Since you&#8217;re going to be in here for a good three hours, best make yourself comfy with complimentary tea and settle in with some reading material. If your eyes need a break, there&#8217;s a streetview to Wellington Street below, or the mirror to check on your <a href="https://www.instagram.com/alleunghair/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">colorist&#8217;s</a> progress.&nbsp;
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A colour assesment begins the session, followed by&nbsp;a soothing head and scalp massage which releases any tension or pre-colour worries you may have. If you need lightening, the bleaching for highlights goes first to add depth, followed by a thorough shampooing and conditioning. The&nbsp;toning&nbsp;stage brings in the colour application, and finally a&nbsp;treatment&nbsp;to offset anydrying or damage.&nbsp;
What do you think?
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Aveda has <a href="http://www.aveda.com.hk/locations" target="_blank" rel="noopener">multiple locations</a> in Hong Kong. Check out&nbsp;<a href="http://www.aveda.com.hk/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">www.aveda.com.hk</a>&nbsp;for more details.&nbsp;
Written by Julienne C. Raboca

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