Whether it's an oatmeal face mask or orange-infused moisturiser, skincare often smells and looks so irresistible you’d think it's edible. So it’s not so farfetched that China’s skincare fans are indulging in edible beauty snacks, hoping to transform themselves from within.

As people eschew harsh ingredients in their skincare routine and learn more about what’s best for their skin, they’re embracing a new title: the skintellectual. With Americans filling their medicine cabinets with science-backed lotions and potions, how is the face of skincare changing?

As the beauty and wellness industries fuse together, Bobbi Brown’s ‘beauty from the inside out’ philosophy is powering the emerging beauty supplement market. The brand’s Evolution_18 collection gives people the chance to make better choices for their health through their beauty regime.

With human touch in short supply during lockdown, we explore the ways people are seeking to replace these tactile experiences. What is the effect of ASMR on people’s sensory cravings, and what impact is the skincare market having on filling this hunger for connection and self-care?