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Cosmetic chemist Alec Batis, 57, says applying a daily sunscreen with an SPF of at least 30 is “non-negotiable” as UV radiation is the single largest external driver of skin ageing. Photo: Sweet Chemistry
Wellness

Want glowing skin on a budget? Experts share their top products and routines

A trio of skincare experts reveal their affordable, science-backed routines that include peptides, vitamin C, retinoids and SPF.

Wellness

She quit smoking, then ran an ultra-marathon. How she finally kicked the habit

Wellness

He lost his wife to a rare brain cancer. Here’s how he keeps going

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What to do in Hong Kong

5 of the best things to do in Hong Kong this weekend, May 29-31

See Mads Mikkelsen and other stars at Hong Kong Comic Con 2026, indulge in a two-day wellness retreat, watch top cabaret shows and more.

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Hong Kong Comic Con 2026 will take place at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre in Wan Chai from May 29 to 31. Photo: Hong Kong Comic Con 2026
Hong Kong Comic Con 2026 will take place at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre in Wan Chai from May 29 to 31. Photo: Hong Kong Comic Con 2026
Wellness

How do therapists protect their own mental health? 3 experts share tips

Hong Kong therapists share how planning things that ‘spark joy’, physical exercise and undergoing their own therapy helps them do their jobs.

Wellness

Are mould and toxins in your home making you ill? How to reduce health risks

Mould thrives in humid climates, and certain furniture can introduce particles that can cause coughs and even cancer. Here’s how to stay safe.

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How GLP-1s are more than just weight-loss wonders – but not without risk

Research suggests GLP-1s like Ozempic may help with more than just weight loss and type 2 diabetes, but experts warn of risks from abuse.

GLP-1 drugs offer broader health benefits beyond weight loss, but they carry serious risks requiring medical oversight, experts say. Illustration: Cameira
GLP-1 drugs offer broader health benefits beyond weight loss, but they carry serious risks requiring medical oversight, experts say. Illustration: Cameira
Hong Kong society

On This Day | Australian makes first swim around Hong Kong Island in 1976 – SCMP archive

On this day 50 years ago, Australia’s Linda McGill completed the first 45km swim around Hong Kong Island in 17 hours.

Wellness

‘Extremely fulfilling’: Doing housework can declutter your home and your mind

The chores most of us find tedious provide mental health benefits, say psychologists and a Zen monk, who explain how and share cleaning tips.

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This mother of 3 who runs a restaurant also wins gruelling trail races. How?

Hongkonger Petronella Harlin balances tough endurance races with a demanding front-of-house hospitality role and raising three kids under 10.

Petronella jogs along Tung Street in Sheung Wan. 06MAY26 SCMP / Elson Li
Wellness

4 things you need to know about when and how often to get a mammogram

Breast cancer screening advice is conflicted and confusing, but new research and technology should help women find the ideal timing.

In the future, genetic tests should help narrow down ideal mammogram schedules, but until then how often should one get screened for breast cancer? Experts advise. Photo: Shutterstock
In the future, genetic tests should help narrow down ideal mammogram schedules, but until then how often should one get screened for breast cancer? Experts advise. Photo: Shutterstock
Wellness

Being optimistic can lower dementia risk by 15%, Harvard study finds

Experts explain why optimism is beneficial for brain health and how to cultivate a more positive mindset.

Wellness

Want help getting yoga poses right? AI-powered app analyses your photos

The Yogi.live platform combines AI-powered analysis with a vast library of resources. So where does that leave teachers?

Wellness

The difference between ‘good’ and ‘bad’ stress and how to beat the harmful kind

Clinical psychologists explain the two types of stress and how to calm ourselves with methods like nerve stimulation and analogue hobbies.

Stress can be either “good” or “bad” depending on the trigger, say clinical psychologists, who explain how to beat the bad kind and avoid the associated health risks through everything from knitting and gardening to using gadgets. Illustration: Shutterstock
What to do in Hong Kong

5 of the best things to do in Hong Kong this rainy weekend, May 15-17

Check out the Affordable Art Fair, enjoy pickleball and Pilates to the sounds of Justin Bieber or get into the spirit at the Hong Kong Whisky Festival.

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The Affordable Art Fair 2026 will be held at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre in Wan Chai from May 14 to 17. Photo: Affordable Art Fair
The Affordable Art Fair 2026 will be held at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre in Wan Chai from May 14 to 17. Photo: Affordable Art Fair
Wellness

No membership required: Hong Kong parks are this coach’s gym of choice

Ash Ayonote’s outdoor fitness classes in Hong Kong public spaces unite generations of families, boost longevity and build community.

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Why tai chi and qigong are great for health, and English classes in Hong Kong

The Chinese ‘internal’ arts of tai chi and qigong offer a host of health benefits and are slowly becoming more accessible to English speakers.

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This fit former bodybuilder thought pole would be easy. He was wrong

Hong Kong-born LA resident Ray Kayan found that gym strength means little on the fitness pole, an activity he finds ‘empowering’.

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Ray Kayan performs graceful moves on a fitness pole, which require great strength and flexibility. Pole performance has been growing as a form of fitness since the 58-year-old started, even among men. Photo: Facebook/Ray Leung
Ray Kayan performs graceful moves on a fitness pole, which require great strength and flexibility. Pole performance has been growing as a form of fitness since the 58-year-old started, even among men. Photo: Facebook/Ray Leung
SCMP Highlights

Part-Asian identities, ‘skinny runner’ to top Hyrox star: 7 Lifestyle highlights

From former wine critic on passion for endurance sport to art show on East, West gardens, here are seven stories from SCMP’s recent reporting.

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Want to do Hyrox? Hong Kong coaches explain how to train and prepare

Hong Kong Hyrox coaches explain training methods, what to avoid and why carbs are good, plus why it’s important to choose your race wisely.

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From wine critic to representing Hong Kong in the world’s fastest-growing sport

Now one of Asia’s fastest Hyrox athletes, former wine critic Claire Nesbitt helps others achieve their Hyrox and other fitness goals.

Claire Nesbitt pushes a sled in the Hyrox Pro Women race in Seoul, South Korea, in November 2025. She is one of Asia’s fastest Hyrox athletes and a full-time coach. Photo: Claire Nesbitt
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1 in 4 people are ‘Alzheimer’s gene’ carriers like Chris Hemsworth. What to do

APOE4 comes with a higher risk for Alzheimer’s disease, but the 25 per cent of people who have it can lower that risk with lifestyle changes.

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Chris Hemsworth famously carries a pair of APOE4 gene alleles, which makes his risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease significantly greater than non-carriers. A doctor who also carries two APOE4s explains how lifestyle changes can significantly affect the development of the condition. Photo: Instagram/chrishemsworth
Chris Hemsworth famously carries a pair of APOE4 gene alleles, which makes his risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease significantly greater than non-carriers. A doctor who also carries two APOE4s explains how lifestyle changes can significantly affect the development of the condition. Photo: Instagram/chrishemsworth
Wellness

How to sleep better, from bedtimes to regularity – what the research says

Sleep research has come a long way in the last decade. Here’s what you need to know to help make your slumber better.

Wellness

Healing like Wolverine? Why peptide stacking is taking off and risks involved

Taking multiple synthetic peptides to target goals like weight loss, muscle growth and injury recovery is not without its risks, experts say.

Wellness

Do you feel more anxious after googling symptoms? You could have cyberchondria

Also known as ‘Dr Google syndrome’, cyberchondria can lead to depression or, at worst, illness anxiety disorder.

Cyberchondria is an unfounded fear of, or heightened attention to, serious physical illnesses based on perusal of internet content, according to one doctor. Photo: Shutterstock
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