Her World Malaysia Magazine - January - February 2020

In this issue

“I’m no stranger to rejection.” Malaysian mega-icon Neelofa gets real about her struggles and surviving in the industry.
We Should All Be Going Slow: Why sustainable fashion is the way ahead. Made to Last: Skincare and makeup that stay on and work harder. How to Survive Life’s Emergencies: Expert advice on the best ways to handle unforeseen hurdles. Best Home Cook 2019: Find out who bagged the title of this year’s cooking showdown!

PHA: The Acid With Better Skin Benefits

Polyhydroxy acids are the new superstars of over-the-counter chemical exfoliants. They’re milder than their alpha-hydroxy acid cousins, gentle enough for sensitive skin, and nourish and protect in ways other acids do not.

3 mins

THE GLAM X FACTOR

Stephanie De Souza plays catch-up with Yuri Ha, creator of Glam X Cosmetics, the young home-grown brand that has garnered a phenomenal following among local makeup aficionados.

4 mins

Neelofa Shares Her Survival Story

Her ability to change, adapt and push boundaries to achieve her vision has made her a true survivor. This Asian icon has joined the wave of change taking place in the world of high fashion where the perception of hijabwearing women is quickly evolving. Neelofa shares her survival story with lorraine chai.

9 mins

Making THE RIGHT CHOICE

There will be times when we are overcome with self-doubt, especially in relationships. Unlike solving a riddle, being in relationship or marriage involves making bold choices and brave decisions. Lorraine Chai talks with Datin Sharifah Shawati, the author of a self-help book on making decisions.

7 mins

LOOKING PAST LIMITATIONS

Psoriatic arthritis is a disease that has remained in the shadow and far too few people know about it. Beauty queen Sofia Lovi Ramasamy seeks to enlighten the public by unveiling the daily challenges a psoriatic arthritis patient has to face.

8 mins

We Desperately Need Sleep!

The demands urban living and work stress have changed our attitudes towards sleep and rest – they have become a luxury few think they can afford. Add to that the digital screens keeping us up at all hours of the day. It’s time we realise why sleep is crucial and how it affects almost every aspect of our lives.

4 mins

HOW TO MARIE KONDO YOUR KID'S STUDY AREA FOR BETTER GRADES

Evelyn Gan finds out how small tweaks to your child’s learning environment can make a huge difference.

4 mins

STASH THAT CA$H

Physical money might just be a thing of the past! Cashless payments are here to stay, so we investigate the implications.

3 mins

How to Survive Hosting a Memorable House Party

A seasoned event coordinator and hospitality expert, Ferin Azman shares with us her tips and tricks to organising a memorable gathering that celebrates closeness, minus the chaos.

5 mins

Creative Recipes, Delicious in Taste

Now in its fifth year, the annual Best Home Cook contest returned with a showdown between young culinary students and experienced home cooks. Together with editors from The Malaysian Women’s Weekly, Shape and Jelita, this year’s participants got experimental with their fjord trout recipes.

3 mins

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Her World Malaysia Magazine Description:

HER WORLD is Malaysia’s first local English women’s magazine that features issues relevant to women. It seeks to inform and inspire on every topic from relationships to interior design, parenting, money, health, recipes, books, beauty and fashion.