Doomscrolling kept me up at night, until I discovered a more mindful way to shop online

From celebrity scandals to heated comment threads and depressing news headlines, the internet can feel like a never-ending wave of negativity.

It’s no surprise that this constant exposure can leave us feeling drained.

And even when you try to break the doomscrolling cycle by indulging in a bit of retail therapy, you might find yourself overwhelmed by the clutter of endless listings and chaotic sales.

So if you are in need of more mindful and focused scrolling to help cut your doomscrolling cycle, I have just the thing for you.

iShopChangi’s latest “Scroll Stoppers” campaign is aimed at stopping the endless scroll from modern e-commerce chaos with its handpicked and curated selections.

With iShopChangi’s easy-to-filter categories of goods, shopping online for your own wellness will also be far more convenient.

Plus, the best part about shopping on iShopChangi? Tax-absorbed pricing also applies for non-travellers.

It’s not just a more wallet-friendly option, but a smart one.

For your next beauty fix

If your nighttime routine doesn’t already include a skincare routine, then you are missing out big-time.

If the plethora of products available online feels daunting to you, you might like browsing through iShopChangi’s extensive catalogue of skincare and beauty products.

You can easily filter by the type of product you need, and even specific brands.

Some products that caught my eye? Sheet masks and toner pads like the MEDIHEAL Madecassoside Blemish Pad, perfect for calming irritated skin.

Instead of spending 20 minutes doomscrolling, why not use that time to put on a mask and give your skin some much-needed treatment and rest?

Other than skincare, iShopChangi also offers a variety of makeup products that will make any beauty lover swoon.

Like this fixing spray from So Natural:

For the tech junkies and newbies

iShopChangi also does not lose out on the electronics front.

From laptops to headphones to cameras to even stabilisers, it’s a one-stop shop for both tech junkies and the tech-curious.

What caught my eye was the Ultrahuman Ring Air Smart Ring.

While I've heard of smartwatches, I’ve never heard of a “smart ring”.

This tiny ring can track your Sleep Index, helping you understand your sleep cycles and monitor patterns. How cool is that?

You can also easily find your choice of audio products, like earphones or headphones on iShopChangi as well.

Another product that caught my eye was the Sony WH-1000XM6 noise-cancelling headphones.

If you need some time away from the noise and bustle of the world, perhaps this may be what you need.

Wine and dine

For evenings when you need a glass of wine to wind down, iShopChangi has you covered with a wide variety of wines and spirits.

And if wine isn’t quite your thing, there’s also a great range of spirits, liqueurs, sake, and even non-alcoholic options to help you sip and savour the night away.

For those who prefer something stronger, iShopChangi also offers Johnnie Walker at tax-absorbed prices.

It’s the kind of thing you might often get asked to bring back from your travels, but now, with just a few clicks, anyone can shop for these online with ease.

Gourmet gifts

Choosing tax-absorbed gourmet gifts for your loved ones is also now easier with iShopChangi’s curated food and beverage selection.

What’s more, you can buy favourites such as Bacha Coffee and Irvins Salted Egg Fish Skin.

On the gourmet selection page, you can browse by categories such as drinks, snacks, hosting, and gifts, along with curated highlights like “Handpicked Delights” and “A Taste of Singapore.”

So instead of endlessly scrolling, you can now find the perfect gift or indulgent treat quickly and easily, all within a beautifully organised selection.

Home and living appliances

Thinking about some new home and living items to spruce up your space?

iShopChangi has you covered on this front with an extensive collection of household essentials like these appliances from SMEG.

And you can get these items at tax-absorbed prices to help you stretch your dollar.

The vintage-inspired look of SMEG’s products is bound to add a touch of personality to your kitchen.

There are also other items available, including beauty tools like hair dryers and wellness essentials such as massage devices.

Promotion codes

If you’re ready to start your own mindful scrolling journey, you will be happy to know you can enjoy up to 60 per cent off* sitewide.

Here are some promo codes to make your iShopChangi Scroll Stopping experience even sweeter:

For both non-travellers and travellers:

• STOP12: 12 per cent off* with a minimum spend of S$150 (capped at S$50)
• STOP15: 15 per cent off* with a minimum spend of S$450 (capped at S$80)

For travellers only:

• STOP25: 25 per cent off* with a minimum spend of S$700 (capped at S$200)

*Limited redemptions available. Product exclusions and T&Cs apply.

Keep an eye out for Wonder Wednesdays — weekly flash drops of S$20 vouchers with no minimum spend and limited redemptions.

Mindful scrolling

If you are finding yourself getting more stressed and anxious by all the doom and gloom you see on the internet, then you know it’s time for a change.

So why not try to be more mindful and scroll for something that will bring you peace instead of noise?

All prices mentioned are accurate at the time of publication and are based on non-traveller pricing on iShopChangi. Prices are subject to change without prior notice.

Top photos from iShopChangi’s website and Khine Zin Htet/Mothership

This branded article by iShopChangi got this writer minding her peace.