You can have your cake and eat it too; these individuals are the living proof of it.
Entertainers don’t exactly need a degree in their line of work, but these celebrities didn’t let that get in the way of them completing a degree.
While some of them were discovered through talent contests while in university, others managed to earn their certificates while managing an already blossoming career.
Other celebrities were also able to excel in both fields.
Here we take a look at some who managed to accomplish it all.
Rui En
She graduated with a Bachelor of Business from NTU, specialising in Banking and Finance.
Source: Asiaone
Categorised in asiaone.com, EN, NTU.
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Rui En’s Secret
What’s your daily skin care regime like?
First, I use two types of makeup removers – one for lips and eyes, and one for the face. I follow this up with a cleanser, toner, L’Oreal Paris Youth Code Boosting Essence, serum and moisturiser. I also apply sunscreen, which is a must for the day.
Tell us about your experience using L’Oreal Paris Youth Code Boosting Essence.
I am a skin care junkie so when I saw the product during one of my shopping trips, I decided to give it a try. After adding it to my regime, my skin looked more radiant. Plus, since it helps with skin absorption, my other products seem to work better. Due to my long working hours, my skin tends to get dehydrated. But after using the essence, I no longer have that problem.
Any special tips on using L’Oreal Paris Youth Code Boosting Essence?
The essence is so light so all I have to do is to gently pat it in. One trick I have is to use just a few drops of it before applying a facial mask.
Do you have any beauty secrets to share?
I am a firm believer of using facial masks every day! I also drink lots of water to ensure I am properly hydrated at all times.
Categorised in Cleo, EN, Endorsement, L’Oréal Paris.
By Rohaizatul Azhar & Leslie Kay Lim
HIGHS
NEW FESTIVAL GROUNDS
While it was no longer at Ngee Ann City in the heart of Orchard Road, the Asia Fashion Exchange’s new location at the Marina Promenade did not disappoint. Situated on the waterfront and across from Marina Bay Sands as well as Gardens By The Bay, the new venue was especially scenic at night.
The Audi Fashion Festival tent was much more spacious this year – 40 per cent larger than the previous one at Ngee Ann City’s Civic Plaza. Showgoers could mingle comfortably and rub shoulders with celebrities, including Fann Wong and Rui En, as well as the who’s who of the local fashion scene, such as designer Jo Soh of Hansel and fashion director Daniel Boey.
Blueprint, the Exchange’s tradeshow and shopping event, was held a stone’s throw away from the tent at the Pit Building.
This made it convenient for guests to spend the afternoon shopping before the evening festivities started.
Source: Diva Asia
Categorised in Audi Fashion Festival 2013, Diva Asia, EN.
1. Scene & Heard
Story: Tan Yi Hui
Are You Ready For El-La?
What about Rui En?
‘Ella’ might be the new ‘Ruivin’, if the sizzling onscreen chemistry between Elvin Ng and Sheila Sim is anything to go by. “There are some people that you just hit it off with, and Elvin’s one of them,” says Sheila. Elvin was equally gushy: We hit if off immediately, I can say anything to her, ‘cos she’s a very real person. Who would I choose between Rui En and her? Rui En on-screen and Sheila off-screen. Er…but it’s not that I don’t get along with Rui En off-screen, okay?”
Categorised in 8 DAYS, EN, Ruivin.
By Joy Fang
Home grown actress Rui En is often thought of as a no-nonsense tough girl, but she can also be “very girly and vain”, she said.
The 32-year-old goes through a strict skincare regime, both day and night, which involves tonnes of products, she told My Paper.
The self-professed “skincare product junkie and hoarder” cleanses and tones, before putting on a layer of L’Oreal Paris Youth Code, an antioxidant serum and day cream. This is followed by three different sunscreens, for under her eyes, her face and neck, and her body.
At night, she alternates between retinol serums and those with human growth factor. “I end up looking like I’ve slathered my face with margarine,” she said.
The results are worth it, for her skin looks flawless.
No wonder that Rui En, who first found fame in the drama No Problem! and who in 2002 launched a music career in Taiwan with her debut album, is the latest face for L’Oreal’s Youth Code.
She joins the ranks of international celebrities such as Gong Li and Fan Bing Bing, who have all endorsed the product.
But while Rui En goes all out with her skincare regime, she actually doesn’t wear much make-up, other than for work.
“I’ve got make-up on the whole day when I’m filming and the last thing I want off-duty is more make-up,” she said.
She’s humble about how she looks without make-up on.
“There’s a reason why (actresses) wear those huge sunglasses,” she quipped.
Rui En, who nabbed the Best Actress award at the recent Star Awards, does watch her figure.
She works out every day, either running, lifting weights or doing plyometric moves – training that involves explosive movements.
“It’s not because I want to be skinny, but it’s because I like the endorphin rush. It lifts your mood,” she said.
Asked about her style icon, Rui En said she looks up to the late Katharine Hepburn.
The actress was known to be unconventional, choosing to wear pants and men’s shirts at a time when doing so was seen as taboo.
“I applaud her for her guts… She also aged gracefully rather than fight it, which I admire,” said Rui En.
“My message is, people should accept themselves for who they are, rather than try to look like someone they are not.”
Here’s how to get Rui En’s look
Soft Skin
As an artiste, Rui En is constantly under the sun while filming. A diehard sunscreen fan, she says she can’t live without these potions.
To keep her skin moist, she also applies L’Oreal Paris Youth Code Boosting Essence under sheet masks and before she puts on her serum, to allow for better absorption.
Since she started using Youth Code two months ago, her skin is more radiant and retains moisture better. “It really does help my dry skin,” she said.
Flawless Face
The fresh-faced star prefers loose powder instead of thick foundation creams. The brands that she favours include Cle de Peau Beauteand La Mer, which make her face look flawless, she said.
For cheeks, she also loves Urban Decay’s Quickie Afterglow (which is no longer available here). “It’s very pretty, and quite a cult favourite,” she said.
Eye Spy
For eye colour, Rui En likes L’Oreal Paris Color Riche Les Ombres’ nude palette. To line those peepers, she uses L’Oreal Paris Superliner Waterproof Gel Liner, which she says lasts for hours.
Don’t go for expensive mascaras, she said. Drugstore brands work just as well. Her choices? Majolica Majorca and L’Oreal.
Lip Tips
The actress says that her dry lips drive her crazy. So, she always applies a generous amount of lip balm from French brand Nuxe, which she calls a “godsend”.
“I’ve tried literally everything, including nipple crea, and this is the only one that worked,” she said.
When she wants a dash of colour, she turns to L’Oreal Paris Shine Caresse. “I’m in love with these lip stains. I like them because they have staying power, yet keep your lips moist,” she said.
Mane Attraction
Rui En uses shampoo and conditioner from American brand Pureology’s Hydrate and Nanoworks line, which give her thick hair the bounce it needs. It is not available here, so she orders it online. “It”s absolute best,” she enthused.
She also loves Kerastase’s serums. “My hair gets flat-ironed every day when I’m filming, so I definitely have to put on a heat protectant to prevent my hair from drying out.” she said.
Hair masks from Kerastase, which she uses “religiously”, help leave her tresses smooth and radiant.
Catch Rui En at Ngee Ann City’s Watsons (#B2-06-10) on June 1 and Compass Point Atrium on June 15.
Source: Mypaper, Asiaone, Straits Times Communities, Lollipop
Categorised in asiaone.com, EN, Endorsement, Lollipop, MyPaper, The Straits Times, The Straits Times Communities.
NTU alumni scored at this year’s Star Awards. Business graduate Rui En got the Best Actress nod for her role in the Channel 8 police drama Unriddle 2. She also bagged a Top 10 Most Popular Artistes trophy, alongside two other NTU alumni – actress Joanne Peh and television host Lee Teng.
Source: Hey!
Categorised in EN, HEY!, NTU, Star Awards, Star Awards 2013, Unriddle 2 最ç«ææ¡£ 2.
By Simon Panaech
Source: Mypaper
Categorised in EN, MyPaper, Zardozë.
By Chrystal Chan
Drama was clearly where Singapore fashion label Zardozë’s Autumn Winter 2013 collection was heading. The opening soundtrack featured a quote from The Great Gatsby, “I like large parties. They’re so intimate. At small parties there isn’t any privacy†before piping music from the soundtrack of the Baz Luhrmann-directed movie.
If that was to indicate the collection would reference the glitzy 1920s, you guessed right. The Zardozë ready-to-wear collection was designed around the concept of nostalgia and the pinning for a time long past. However even though there were sparkling embellishments aplenty, it was hard to see what was retrospective about the collection.
Metallic snakeskin in electric blue and silver appeared on the runway for the Zardozë ready-to-wear line on tailored blazers and pants, alongside modern day gowns and shift dresses that were perfectly wearable, but didn’t do much to excite. What it did however, was whet our appetites for the highlight of the show, the Panthea line.
The Zardozë Panthea line, the Singapore-based label’s couture line came up trumps with spectacular gowns, each more amazing than the one before. The proof was in the pudding; with front row A-list stars Fann Wong and Rui En showing their support in bespoke Zardozë Panthea gowns, Wong in a jaw-dropping floor-sweeping black gown and Rui En in a emerald green stunner.
Fann Wong, Rui En and Dick Lee chatting before the fashion show.
Source: Her World, Plush Asia
Categorised in Audi Fashion Festival 2013, EN, Her World, SPH, Zardozë.
2013 is shaping up to be a good year for Singaporean star Rui En. Not only has the 32-year-old picked up the coveted Best Actress acolade at the recent Star Awards 2013, L’Oreal Paris has recently announced that the fresh-faced beauty will be joining the ranks of international superstars as one of the faces for their brand.
The self-confessed skincare fanatic needs to be constantly camera-ready and Rui En shares, “I am always tempted to try new skincare products. It becomes important that my skin is able to absorb the full benefits of all of these treatments. Youth Code helps me achieve that.â€
In a nutshell, the L’Oreal Paris Youth Code Boosting Essence is a pre-serum step that should be taken after you’ve washed your face at the end of the day.
Using patented Pro-Genâ„¢ Technology to promote cellular renewal, applying the Boosting Essence before you put on any sort of moisturiser will help improve your skin’s ability to absorb the product(s) better.
On how Boosting Essence has made a difference to her skincare routine, Rui En says, “I use a sheet mask every night when I’m filming, and realized that when I apply Youth Code under it, it makes the treatment much more effective. I see improved glow and moisture [sic] immediately after. It is now a must-have in my skincare regime.â€
Source: styleXstyle
Categorised in EN, Endorsement, L’Oréal Paris, styleXstyle.
