Where to Shop Skincare at Changi Airport: Duty-Free & Jewel Guide

Forgot to pack your favourite cleanser, or looking to top up on sunscreen before you travel? Changi Airport offers a few reliable options both within the terminals and at Jewel. 

Whether you’re after duty-free deals or just a last-minute top-up, knowing where to shop can save you time and hassle. Here’s a practical guide to the main skincare shopping spots across Changi.

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At the terminals

The Shilla Duty Free

Inside all terminals at Changi Airport, you’ll find The Shilla Duty Free, the airport’s primary duty-free beauty retailer. These stores carry a broad selection of skincare brands, often at lower prices, plus exclusive travel sets and limited editions you won’t find elsewhere.

The Shilla Duty Free is accessible only after clearing immigration and security in the departure transit areas, perfect for travellers looking to grab trusted skincare before boarding. Terminal 3 houses the largest beauty hall, with the widest selection and the best chance of picking up special offers before you board.

Popular brands at The Shilla Duty Free

• Estée Lauder: Famous for its Advanced Night Repair serum and nourishing day creams.
• Lancôme: Known for Génifique serums and Rénergie anti-ageing ranges.
• SK-II: The cult-favourite Facial Treatment Essence, plus airport-only gift sets.
• Sulwhasoo: Korean luxury skincare with herbal-infused serums and moisturisers.
• La Mer: High-end moisturisers and treatment lotions, available in selected terminals.
• Clarins: Skincare that focuses on firming and brightening, with popular travel sets.
• Dior: Elegant skincare collections that complement its cosmetics.

Lotte Duty Free

Lotte Duty Free operates across all terminals at Changi Airport, both in the departure and arrival transit areas. While it’s especially known for its extensive wines and spirits range, the beauty and skincare sections offer a solid selection of premium brands, exclusive travel sets, and special offers.

Lotte’s stores are perfect for travellers who want to shop either before departure or right after landing. You’ll find multiple outlets conveniently located near key gates across Terminals 1 to 4.

Popular brands at The Shilla Duty Free

• Tatcha: Tatcha is known for its gentle, ritualistic approach and products like the Rice Polish and Dewy Skin Cream.
• Hera: A premium Korean beauty brand sometimes stocked at Lotte but not typically found at Shilla counters in Changi.
• Sulwhasoo and SK-II appear in both, but Lotte sometimes carries limited-edition or exclusive sets different from Shilla’s offerings.

iShopChangi: Pre-order and collect

If you prefer to shop ahead and avoid any last-minute rush, iShopChangi lets you browse and order skincare products online up to 30 days before your flight. Many brands, including those found in The Shilla Duty Free, offer exclusive bundles and promotions on this platform.

You can collect your purchase at the duty-free pick-up counters inside your departure terminal, making it a convenient option to secure the best deals without spending extra time in-store.

Options at Jewel Changi Airport

Before clearing immigration, if you have extra time, Jewel Changi Airport offers a range of skincare stores accessible to all visitors, not just departing passengers. This means you can shop here regardless of your flight status.

Beautique by iShopChangi

Beautique is an omnichannel concept by iShopChangi in collaboration with Estée Lauder Companies. It features a wide range of premium beauty brands, including Estée Lauder, La Mer, Clinique, M.A.C., Bobbi Brown, Jo Malone London, Origins, and Lab Series.

Watsons

As Singapore’s leading beauty and health retailer, Watsons offers an extensive range of skincare, wellness, and personal care products.

The Jewel outlet includes pharmacy services such as medication dispensing and health screenings, making it a convenient one-stop for both beauty and health needs. Watsons also operates stores in Terminals 1 and 3, catering to travellers seeking trusted brands and expert advice.

Guardian

Guardian is a well-established health and beauty chain known for its broad selection of skincare, vitamins, and wellness products. The Jewel outlet focuses on personalised customer care, offering patient counselling and tailored beauty consultations.

Guardian’s outlets in Terminals 1 and 3 provide easy access for travellers to pick up essentials or last-minute skincare fixes before their flights.

Body & Body Works

Bath & Body Works is renowned for its extensive range of personal care and home fragrance products, including popular items like fine fragrance mists, body lotions, shower gels, 3-wick candles, and hand soaps. The store offers a sensory shopping experience with a variety of delightful fragrances and skincare essentials.

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Tips for skincare shopping at Changi Airport

• Duty-Free access: Products inside The Shilla Duty Free are only accessible after clearing immigration in the departure transit zones, so plan your shopping time accordingly.
• Look for exclusive sets: Duty-free stores often have seasonal gifts-with-purchase and limited edition bundles that provide better value than regular retail.
• Sign up for Changi Rewards: Earn points on your beauty purchases and enjoy discounts or perks on future trips.
• Use iShopChangi: Pre-ordering online helps you secure your favourite products and pick them up at your terminal without rushing through the stores.

Make sure your skin is always prepared

Changi Airport covers most travellers’ needs before takeoff. The Shilla Duty Free stores provide the best variety and exclusive sets for skincare enthusiasts, while Jewel offers convenient options for all visitors.

Planning ahead with iShopChangi can also help you snag the best deals without the hassle, making your skincare shopping at Changi smooth and stress-free.

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