EXPECTATIONS of make-up are on the rise, as more women look for multi-tasking products.

Take Ms Joycelyn Wong, 25, a designer and illustrator, for example. She said that she looks for “multi-purpose products” that provide SPF protection and contain whitening properties, and which also rejuvenate and improve her skin’s texture.
 
Well, good news, beauty buffs: Make-up that does more is offered by almost all beauty brands these days.

According to a Chanel make-up expert, women “are getting more adventurous in their make-up and have higher expectations in terms of what their make-up can do for them”.

Elizabeth Arden’s vice-president of colour marketing, Ms Bonnie Beer, said: “Women these days are pressed for time. They look for products that perform better.”

From Chanel to Dr Hauschka, it seems that many multi-tasking products are being offered – from eyeshadows with soothing properties to foundations that hydrate skin at the same time.

my paper rates the latest and greatest in multi-tasking make-up.

ELIZABETH ARDEN Ceramide Cream Blush ($44) What: A cream blush with anti-ageing properties that comes powered with the Ceramide Triple Complex and Vitamins A, C and E. Each of the four vibrant colours leaves a lasting, dewy look. Rating: 4 1/2 stars Buy it at: Metro Paragon, OG People’s Park, Robinsons Raffles City, Robinsons Centrepoint, Takashimaya	SHISEIDO Advanced Hydro Liquid Compact ($74) What: More than just a foundation, this formula also acts as an ultra-moisturising cream. It comes in nine shades and hydrates skin throughout the day while creating an instant glow. Rating: 4 stars Buy it at: Tangs Beauty Hall Orchard, Isetan Scotts and Takashimaya	DR. HAUSCHKA Stone Colour Collection Eyeshadows Palatte ($90) What: These smoky eyeshadows are infused with healing plant extracts that are rich in antioxidants and tannins to provide skin with toning, skin-soothing and anti-inflammatory effects. Rating: 4 1/2 stars Buy it at: Tangs Beauty Hall Orchard and VivoCity, Sephora, Supernature and Sky Pilates
MURAD Acne Treatment Concealer ($42) What: This concealer hides blemishes and contains salicylic acid that works to clear and prevent breakouts. Sesame seed and saw palmetto extracts are key ingredients that help promote clearer skin. Rating: 3 1/2 stars Buy it at: BHG Bugis, Metro Paragon, Sephora and Tara Apothecary.	CHANEL Lift Lumiere Firming and Smoothing Fluid Makeup SPF 15 ($83) What: This foundation formula helps to diminish wrinkles and fine lines. It contains hyaluronic acid and emollient camellia, and comes in five shades. Rating: 4 stars Buy it at: BHG Bugis, Isetan Scotts, Metro Paragon, Robinsons Raffles City, Tangs Beauty Hall	SK-II Skin Signature Cream-in Foundation ($31 for the compact, $96 for the refill) What: A creamy foundation that includes SK-II’s signature Pitera – a yeast derivative with vitamins, minerals, amino acids and organic acids that help protect your skin throughout the day. Rating: 4 stars Buy it at: All SK-II counters

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