CosBeauty Magazine #74

COSBEAUTY 

lifestyle health & beauty 

ISSUE 74 NOV-FEB 2017 

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BEAUTY – STYLE – ENHANCEMENT

Get clinically proven anti-ageing results - even on sensitive skin. All thanks to an ultra-powerful, yet 

stable and gentle new retinoid called retinyl retinoate. This clever encapsulated hybrid molecule of 

retinol and retinoic acid is exclusive to the vitamin A experts at Medik8. Visible results from just 4 weeks. 

Research published in the British Journal of Dermatology. 

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and proliferation; and production of nutrients, antioxidants and the other components 

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CONTENTS 

BEAUTY 

REGULARS 

8 Editor’s letter 

11 Beauty insider 

120 Ed’s Faves 

COVER STORIES 

16 Makeup trends preview 

68 Age busters: fast fixes, big results 

76 The proven fat melters (no 

exercise required!) 

84 The best skin of your life 

starts now – top treatments, 

star products 

FEATURES 

22 The body image report 

New study reveals what Aussie 

women would change about 

their bodies if they could 

52 What’s really in your beauty 

products? 

Deciphering clinical results vs 

marketing hype 

58 Animal testing alternatives in 

the cosmetic industry 

62 Changing faces 

New research highlights what 

we really think of cosmetic 

injectables 

76 The skinny on fat reduction 

The latest technology science 

has brought to the table 

92 Five ways your smile can make 

you look younger 

16 Festival chic – makeup style 

Jump-start your festival inspo 

with these long-wearing and 

fresh-faced products 

18 Street smart – makeup style 

Everyday essentials to help you 

bring your beauty A-game, no 

matter where you’re heading 

20 #GirlBoss – makeup style 

Professional makeup looks that 

shout girl boss 

36 Tools of the trade 

Here are the essential tools to 

add to your beauty belt 

46 Luxe for less 

You don’t have to break the 

bank to look gorgeous! 

84 The skincare edit 

These are the products that 

have made cult status. Welcome 

to the cream of the crop! 

110 Christmas gift guide 

118 All about hair extensions 

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Contents 

cover stories 

Enchancement 

28 In defence of labiaplasty 

There’s more to vaginal 

rejuvenation than just 

appearance 

60 Living Doll 

Learn about the many benefits 

of lip tattooing 

68 What’s trending in minimally 

invasive prcoedures? 

74 Need an instant eye lift? 

The new beauty tool to create 

the look of an eye lift 

98 When surgery is your best option 

The ins and outs of facial 

surgery 

104 The light brigade 

What’s the difference between 

IPL and laser? 

108 The new treatment for firmer, 

tighter, beautiful skin 

body 

48 A closer look at liposuction 

80 The cool way to lose fat 

Reduce unwanted fat with no 

surgery or downtime 

82 Get that bikini-body, instantly! 

This mud wrap guarantees 

to take centimetres off your 

circumference 

skin 

30 Vitamin A, the grand dame 

of skincare 

We take a look at retinol, and why 

this molecule is so celebrated in 

the skincare industry 

34 The new retinol for sensitive skin 

New product launched eight 

time more powerful than 

regular retinol 

40 The evolution of skin needling 

42 The age eraser 

PRP is now opening doors for a 

range of cosmetic and wellness 

possibilities 

70 Get skin that looks as good as it 

feels with HydraFacial 

88 On our radar – the new 

skincare ingredient 

A new skincare 

line that’s using dermal 

filler technology 

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Body Balance 

Dr John Flynn 

cosmedic& 

Dr John Flynn 

skin clinic 

Reshaping can create 

cosmedic& 

the look you want 

skin clinic 

Breast augmentation can 

enhance the natural size 

and shape of your breasts 

Refi nement in Cosmetic Surgery 

With breast augmentation, your natural form can be 

enhanced and complemented. This results in a balanced 

and symmetrical effect that suits your individual body type 

and achieves a feminine silhouette. 

Liposuction to Shape and Contour 

With liposuction, Dr John Flynn can reshape and contour 

your form to achieve balance between your body’s 

proportions. Areas such as the abdomen and inner and 

outer thighs respond particularly well to this procedure. 

CERTIFIED 

IN COSMETIC 

SURGERY 

Dr John Flynn 

M.B., B.S., Dip. R.A.C.O.G., F.R.A.C.G.P. 

Dip. P. Dermatology., F.A.C.C.S. 

Fellow of the Australasian College of Cosmetic Surgery 

Certifi ed by the American Board of Laser Surgery 

Dr John Flynn has over 20 years of experience as 

a medical practitioner on the Gold Coast 

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CERTIFIED 

IN COSMETIC 

SURGERY 

20/4/09 9:01:39 AM 

AD Flynn.indd 1 

For more information or to make an 

appointment call Cosmedic and Skin Clinic 

07 5588 4777 

Southport | Gold Coast 

Level 2, Pivotal Point 

50 Marine Parade, Southport QLD 4215 

www.cosmedic.com.au | info@cosmedic.com.au 

Dr John Flynn 

cosmedic& skin clinic 

Dr John Flynn 

20/4/09 9:01:39 AM

From the 

Editor 

After 17 years of publishing the definitive Cosmetic Surgery & 

Beauty Magazine, we are proud to launch the bolder, cooler 

and oh-so beautiful CosBeauty Magazine. It’s bursting with 

tried, tested and coveted products and treatments, and tips 

and tricks to help you live a beautiful life. 

With a focus on beauty, lifestyle and wellness, CosBeauty 

Magazine is the thinking woman’s beauty source. We’ll share with you the 

latest on skincare technologies, makeup trends and fitness and health tips, 

plus interesting insights into the increasingly blurred world of beauty and 

cosmetic enhancement. 

This issue kicks off with summer’s hottest makeup looks. Whether it’s at a 

festival or in the boardroom, we’ve got you covered with the essential multitasking 

products of the season (page 16). 

We examine the grand dame of skincare, retinol, and why this ingredient 

remains so highly celebrated and trusted both in the beauty and science 

arenas (page 30). We showcase the skincare world’s crème de la crème 

products (page 84), and look into the current state of play regarding animal 

testing in the cosmetics industry (page 58). 

Our report on page 76 on the non-surgical technologies that literally 

destroy fat cells is essential reading, especially if you’re fit and healthy with 

a fat bulge that just won’t budge. Plus on page 104 you’ll find our in-depth 

article on lasers vs IPL and find out what the differences really are. 

With Christmas just about here, we have collected the most glamorous 

giftables on page 110, and you can also check out our Luxe for Less products 

(page 46) – perfect for beauties on a budget. 

The power of beauty is infinite – from a kindly spoken word to an 

irrepressible smile. With the right attitude – and beauty tools – anything is 

possible. Here’s to a beauty-ful 2017. 

Issue 74 

Nov-Jan 2017 

Editor-in-Chief 

Michelle Kearney 

Editorial Director 

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Debbie Pilarinos 

Writers 

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Aimée Rodrigues 

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THE WHO’S WHO AND WHAT’S NEW IN BEAUTY. 

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Who says makeup is 

just for girls? James 

Charles, 17-year-old 

New York-based 

makeup artist, has 

become the first-ever 

male COVERGIRL. 

Did you know ear 

art makeup is now a 

thing? Championed by 

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wait for it – no makeup. 

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hope this is a revolution 

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not my soul…”. Thanks 

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Look at for this one as 

it’s set to change the 

way you try, share and 

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Kylie Jenner has 

revealed her first KYLIE 

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collaboration. She’s 

teamed up with big sis 

Khloe Kardashian, of 

course, on a beauty line 

called Koko Collection. 

Another notch in the 

Kardashian empire belt! 

Congrats to new bride, 

JESINTA CAMPBELL on 

her new book. This ragsto-riches 

tale chronicles 

how she’s made it to the 

top of her game in the 

beauty world. It’s also full 

of inspiration for living a 

beautiful life: beauty tips, 

exercise programs, vision 

statement templates, 

recipes, and more. 

VICTORIA’S SECRET 

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that both Gigi and 

Bella Hadid will walk 

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VANESSA MEGAN Cryō Facelift, 

$179.95 (for 8 applications). This 

very cool (literally!) plumping and 

brightening serum for the face, 

neck and decolletage works on 

the principle of cryotherapy. The 

ice cube treatment tightens the 

appearance of wrinkles, pores 

and under-eye bags. 

We think we’ve found the fountain 

of youth for skin. FACTOR4 is 

the latest rejuvenation treatment 

that uses your body‘s own growth 

factors to give you back plumper 

and smoother skin. Unlike 

cosmetic injectables, the beauty 

of Factor4 treatment is that it 

uses your own cells to repair and 

regenerate new skin tissue and 

increase collagen production. So 

it’s true: beauty really does come 

from within! 

This year LANCOME released its 

new Energie De Vie range, a 3-step 

system to combat urban fatigue 

and awaken dull skin. Liquid Care, 

$75, gives an antioxidant energising 

shot of hydration, Pearly Lotion, 

$60, contains evanescent pearls for 

smoothign and plumping skin, and 

the overnight recovery Sleeping 

Mask, $80, helps freshen and 

protect skin. 

ELIZABETH ARDEN PRO 

Illuminating Enzyme Masque 

and Age Defying Eye Cream, 

both $120, are two new 

additions to the Elizabeth 

Arden PRO line, which is 

founded on breakthrough 

formulations personally 

developed by leading research 

scientist Joseph A Lewis. 

This collaboration between 

Lewis and one of the most 

established global prestige 

beauty companies, Elizabeth 

Arden, sees a full range of 

scientifully backed skincare and 

chemical peels. 

SISLEY PARIS is a perennial 

favourite of CosBeauty, and 

the new additions to the luxe 

brand are no exception. Double 

Tenseur, $220, feels like a net 

has been applied to the skin, 

making skin look and feel 

instantly lifted and firmer, while 

the new Sisleÿa le Teint Anti- 

Ageing Foundation, $190, 

combines the best of skincare 

and makeup for visible radiance 

and anti-ageing benefits. 

TEOXANE COSMECEUTICALS is a new skincare line with a very 

impressive pedigree. It’s from the same Swiss brand that has an awardwinning 

dermal filler range, and it uses its patented hyaluronic acid 

technology to create a moisture-rich protective barrier on the skin for a 

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Beauty 

MAkeup style 

Festival 

Chic 

It’s music festival season and we love the ‘anything goes’ 

attitude towards makeup. jump-sTART your festival inspo with 

these long-wearing and fresh-faced products to complete 

your look for a weekend of music and dancing. 

INIKA Certified Organic 

Light Reflect Cream, $39. A 

multi-purpose highlighter 

that illuminates the skin, this 

handy little tube reflects light 

and enhances natural facial 

features. It can be used on 

the cheekbones, brow bones 

and eyelids for a natural 

luminous look (or in the 

corner of your eyes to really 

make them pop!). 

Clarins Bronzing Duo 

Mineral Powder Compact, $62. 

No one wants to be left red 

faced during a music festival, 

and those Aussie rays can 

be pretty damn harsh. This 

SPF 15 bronzer is a 100% 

mineral sunscreen that 

illuminates the complexion 

with a subtle, natural-looking 

colour for a luminous finish. 

Benefit Hoola, $51. The 

perfect fit for your festival 

bag, this bronzing powder 

gives a healthy, naturallooking 

tan for the face. It 

also comes with an ultra soft, 

natural-bristle cheek brush. 

Also great for contouring. 

Clarins Ever Lasting Compact 

Foundation, $53. For a makeup 

colour that remains freshlooking 

all day long, you can’t 

go past this high-performance 

foundation. It has an ultra-fine, 

silky-soft, wet and dry texture 

and guarantees flawless makeup 

for 15 hours non-stop. 


Sisley Paris Phyto Lip Twist 

Sheer Balm in 16 Balm, $55. Get 

balmy! This truly cocooning balm 

covers lips lightly and transparently. 

Smooth and silky, a single twist 

leaves lips supple and soft. It’s the 

perfect boho-chic staple – you’ll be 

hard pressed to use another lip balm 

after this beauty. 

Clarins Crayon Khol in Intense 

Blue, $38. Never hold back when it 

comes to your festival look! Express 

yourself with this long-lasting blue 

eye pencil. This pop of colour is 

perfect for jamming out and can 

be applied as a traditional kohl or 

around the eye contour area. 

Clinique Sculptionary Cheek 

Contouring Palette, $45. The 

ultimate powder blush that delivers 

buildable, blendable colour. The 

palette is a multi-tasking gem, 

featuring three shades that can be 

used separately to colour, contour 

and highlight or mixed together for 

a rosy-hued glow. 

L’Oréal Paris Mega Gloss in 

Revolution Fabulous, $21.95. 

Say hello to a zero-compromise 

gloss, which provides mega shine 

all day long. With a professional 

lip shaper for perfect lips, it helps 

you to achieve the highest level 

of shine for the glossiest look 

without stickiness. 

Synergie Skin HydroBlush in 

Peachy Keen, $49. A pressed mineral 

blush with a breathable, hydrating 

and long-lasting formula – in a 

universally flattering peach colour. It 

contains the ingredient Vegesome, 

which is clinically proven to prevent 

moisture loss, leaving skin fresh 

and radiant. 

Designer Brands Flawless 

Illuminator Strobing Stick, 14.99. 

You don’t have to go all out there 

to create a show-stopping look 

at a music festival. Keep it simple 

and bohemian-inspired – focus on 

highlighting natural beauty with 

this illuminator stick. 

L’Oréal Paris La Palette Nude in 

Beige, $29.95. This nude eyeshadow 

palette has 10 amazing shades, so 

you can create your own festival 

glam. From natural mattes to rich 

shimmers, it’s time to unleash your 

creativity – this festival look is in 

your hands! 

Guerlain Paris Terracotta 

Bronzing Powder, $74. Guerlain Paris 

knows what’s up, creating a golden 

glow with a formula enriched with 

moisturising ingredients that won’t 

dry out the skin. It’s lightweight, 

illuminating and oh-so luxe. 

Maybelline NY 24-Hr Superstay 

Foundation, $24.95. This is what 

festival dreams are made of: a 

foundation that lasts for up to 

24 hours with coverage that will 

not wear off, break down or 

degrade. Superstay is the perfect 

festival weapon. 

Lycogel Breathable Tint, $125. 

A foundation that really and truly 

makes your skin better? Yes, it exists! 

Get your hands on this luminous light 

coverage that gives skin a vibrant 

glow. If contains SPF 30 and a host 

of skin-loving ingredients suitable for 

even the most sensitive skin. Boom. 


Beauty 

MAKEUP STYLE 

STREET 

SMART 

FROM THE STREETS OF NEW YORK TO THE BACK ALLEYS OF 

MELBOURNE, WHEN IT COMES TO MAKEUP AND STYLE, THE REAL 

ACTION IS OFF THE RUNWAY. WE’VE ROUNDED UP OUR FAVOURITE 

EVERYDAY ESSENTIALS TO HELP YOU BRING YOUR BEAUTY A-GAME 

– NO MATTER WHERE YOU’RE HEADING. 

CLARINS Everlasting 

Foundation SPF 15, $50. 

What’s not to love about 18 

hours of flawless coverage? 

Wear this silky highperformance 

foundation 

around the clock knowing 

your skin will look and feel 

its finest. 

ASAP Pure Mineral Bronzer, 

$40. This all-day sheer 

formulation creates a healthy, 

youthful all-over glow. It also 

contains protective natural 

minerals and skin-volumising 

hyaluronic acid to help 

smooth away fine lines… 

#winning. 

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CLARINS Instant 

Smooth Line Correcting 

Concentrate, $32. Get in 

line! This makeup base can 

be applied directly onto 

lines, wrinkles and enlarged 

pores for a complexion 

that appears smoother and 

brighter with instant and 

long-lasting results. 


Feature 

SYNERGIE SKIN BB Flawless in 

Nude, $79. This light-textured 

liquid foundation with built-in 

zinc oxide SPF 15 UV protection 

is a true multi-tasker. It contains 

niacinamide to hydrate skin and 

target pigmentation, and tomatoderived 

lycopene to protect the skin 

from environmental ageing, as well 

as a tint to even out skin tone. 

THALGO Silicium Anti-Ageing 

Foundation, $73. For ultimate 

street-style beauty, this formula 

offers the best of both worlds in a 

unique skincare/makeup hybrid. 

Combining the essential powers 

of Marine Silicium and biomimetic 

pigments, this is your go-to guy 

for even skin tone. 

O COSMEDICS Mineral Pro SPF 

30+ Triple Defence Protection, 

$47. This fast-absorbing formula 

kicks premature ageing to 

the pavement, providing SPF 

protection as well as a beautiful 

sheer tint to create an effortless 

healthy-looking glow. 

PÜR COSMETICS 4-in-1 Pressed 

Mineral Makeup Broad Spectrum 

SPF 15, $49. Combining pure 

mineral pigment with skincare 

ingredients, the 4-in-1 is a 

concealer, foundation, powder 

and SPF 15 all in one. Perfect for a 

girl on the run. 

SISLEY PARIS Hydrating 

Long-Lasting Lipstick, $65. A 

comfortable, high-coverage 

lipstick to protect lips all day 

long. Soft and finely textured, 

this lipstick not only provides 

coverage but also skincare 

benefits to lastingly hydrate and 

protect the lips. 

SISLEY PARIS Phyto Lip Twist 

Tinted Balm in Nude, $55. 

Coloured like a lipstick and shiny 

like a gloss, Phyto Lip Twist has 

totally re-invented lipstick. Leaving 

lips supple, moisturised, visibly 

smoothed and plumped, this is our 

new fave staple that we can’t get 

enough of. 

DNA RENEWAL Sheer Defense, 

$98. Sheer Defense doesn’t mess 

around when it comes to those 

harsh Aussie rays. It has broadspectrum 

to protect against future 

sun damage and DNA repair 

enzymes work to help repair 

past sun damage. This is a real 

investment in the health of your skin. 


Beauty 

MAkeup style 

#Girlboss 

Whether you’re starting a business or new project, 

relocating to another city, or simply running the world 

Beyoncé-style, you need a professional makeup look that 

shouts girl boss. 

Clarins Instant Definition 

Mascara 01, $40. Your lashes 

are instantly lengthened 

and separated thanks to a 

new double-brush design 

and a new-generation 

formula. This staple 

mascara gives incredible 

wide-angled volume. 

Synergie Skin CC Lips in 

Opulent-C, $39. This mulberry 

colour is so delicious you’ll 

want to eat it! Synergie’s 

chic lip colour also produces 

distinct hydrating benefits to 

the lips and provides natural 

UV protection. 

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Clarins 3 Dot Liner 

Easy Lining Eyeliner Dot 

by Dot, $40. There’s no 

doubt eyeliner can be a 

real struggle, especially 

when you’re attempting 

the winged look. We’ve 

never been happier to 

know we have a little 

helping hand in the form 

of the Dot Liner. 


Beauty 

Sisley Paris So 

Intense Eyeliner in 

Deep Black, $78. 

Every girl needs 

a good eyeliner. 

This jewel is a felt 

tip eyeliner that 

delivers intense 

black colour with a 

matte finish, while 

also helping to 

supply nutrients for 

lash growth. Where 

do we sign up?! 

Shiseido Rouge Rouge in Toffee 

Apple, $50. Envelop your lips in this 

super-vibrant red colour, for lasting 

lustre and rich moisture. Toffee 

apple is a subdued, medium-dark 

red with subtle, warm undertones 

and a natural finish. 

Clinique Pop Lacquer in 02 

Lava Pop, $40. This lipstick and 

primer in one gives lips a rich pop 

of colour teamed with a smooth, 

velvety texture. Long-wearing and 

durable, the formula contains shea 

and murumuru butters for intense 

moisture and nourishment. 

Clarins Eye Quartet Mineral 

Palette in No 13 Skin Tones, $68. 

A gorgeous mineral palette that 

will make any neutral shadow 

lover’s heart beat faster. Create 

an effortlessly beautiful selection 

of amazing looks with these four 

flattering shades. 

Maybelline NY Push Up Drama 

Mascara, $21.95. This mascara has 

a creamy, plumping formula that 

delivers instant volume and holds 

the curl in place, while the push-up 

brush scoops and lifts from root 

to tip. 

ASAP Pure Mineral Makeup, 

$45. A concealer, makeup 

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Feature 

Body 

the 

image 

report 

A new study has revealed that 93% 

of Australian women would change 

their body if they could. 

In a society saturated with the influence of 

celebrities and models, image is everything and 

it’s everywhere. Whether it’s Instagram, Facebook 

or Snapchat there is no doubt that women, 

in particular younger generations, consume 

unattainable perceptions of reality in what is 

considered the ‘ideal’ body image. 

A new study has recently unearthed the attitudes of 

women towards self-care, aimed at providing an insight 

into the body concerns of Australian women today. 

More than 1,000 Australian women were questioned as 

part of the Women’s Attitudes Towards Beauty and Self 

Improvement study, which took answers from candidates 

aged between 25 and 60, revealing how they felt about 

their bodies. 

The nation-wide research by Cynosure and McCrindle 

Forecast Strategy Research revealed some interesting stats 

in terms of body confidence ratings and self-esteem, with 

an incredible 93% of women admitting they would change 


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The body 

attitudes 

BREAKDOWN 

93% 

of Australian women would 

change something about their body if 

they could 

59% 

are unhappy with their 

body shape 

38% 

are willing to invest in enhancing their 

appearance and wellbeing 

43% 

would be “more okay with who I 

am” if they achieved their ultimate 

sculpted body shape 

55% 

would be open to alternative 

body sculpting methods 

(i.e. beyond diet and exercise) 

49% 

said laser treatment to target 

“problem” areas of stubborn fat had 

never been suggested to them 

their body shape or physique if they could, with excess 

body fat being the thing that most women would like 

to change. 

More than a third of women would like to change the 

excess body fat on their abdomen (61%), thighs (43%) 

and fl anks (36%), and 31% mentioned the excess body 

fat on their arms. Also mentioned were wrinkles, stretch 

marks and excess hair on the face and arms. 

The research highlights the reality that low bodyesteem 

is a common, national issue, with social media 

presenting a new challenge and adding pressure to look a 

certain way. It has been suggested that a young woman’s 

body image is the single largest infl uence on her selfesteem. 

If she thinks she looks unattractive or fat, her 

self-confi dence drops dramatically and this can impact on 

other areas of her life. 

Only 7% of women reported feeling ‘extremely happy’ 

about their body shape, while 34% said they were ‘mostly’ 

happy. A whopping 42% were ‘only slightly’ happy and the 

remaining 17% were ‘not happy at all’. 

Respondents also reported that achieving their ‘ultimate 

sculpted body shape’ would make them happier with 

themselves (43%), more confi dent to go out with friends 

(37%), more confi dent in their love life (32%) and help 

them enjoy the beach more (31%). 

When asked if they would try a way to sculpt their body 

other than diet and exercise, 55% of women said they 

would be open to alternative body sculpting methods such 

as non-surgical body contouring treatments using laser or 

other energy-based devices. 

Nearly half the women reported they had never 

considered using laser technology to target problem areas 

because it has never been suggested to them. Similarly, 

23% of women stated they would need more evidence 

before trying laser. 

Women are thinking about their bodies more than 

ever before. Though troubling, these results are also not 

surprising, given the increasing pressures women face today 

imposed by media, social media and advertising. 

This research helps create a sense of awareness 

and aims to empower women and girls in many ways, 

increasing body-confi dence education and helping better 

communicate and understand the changing attitudes 

towards body perception. The research rings through the 

realisation that it’s about positive self-talk and feeling 

good about the choices you make about your body, and 

making these choices for yourself. CBM

Who 

WE MOST WANT TO 

LOOK 

LIKE 

Jennifer 

Lopez 

13% 

Tinseltown / s_bukley / Featureflash Photo Agency 

Jennifer 

Aniston 

25% Miranda 

Kerr 

15% 

Sofia 

Vergara 

11%

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given the 

increasing 

pressures women 

face today 

imposed by media, 

social media and 

advertising, Women 

are thinking about 

their bodies more 

than ever before 

1 in 2 want 

‘thigh gap’ 

With thousands of 

“thinspo” sites currently 

live and continuing to gain 

considerable traction across 

social media platforms and 

the web, there’s no denying 

that the ‘thigh gap’ trend 

remains one of the most 

desired physical features for 

young Australian women. 

The study found that almost 

one in two Gen Y (46%) and 

Gen X (45%) women want 

to change the excess body 

fat around their thighs, 

compared with 35% from the 

Baby Boomer generation 

(aged 52-60). 

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Enhancement 

In 

defence 

of 

labiaplasty 

Move over “designer vagina” 

– it’s about time we realised there’s more to vaginal 

rejuvenation than just appearance. 

Whatever your take on vaginal rejuvenation, 

labiaplasty and related procedures are on the rise 

and are here to stay. 

There’s been considerable backlash against the supposed 

“designer vagina”, but little has been written about the physical 

and emotional benefits of such procedures. 

Sexual health holds a massive influence over mental health 

and psychological wellbeing. Even though it’s not so openly 

discussed in mainstream media or even between friends, genital 

surgery can help alleviate pain and improve quality of life for 

many women. Why shouldn’t we as women have the right to 

choose to have a procedure that will improve our quality of 

life, so that we can walk down the beach in a swimsuit without 

feeling embarrassed, go bike riding (or even walking) free from 

physical pain, or have sex without any discomfort? 

Dr Oseka Onuma, an Adelaide gynaecologist and pelvic 

reconstruction surgeon, agrees. “No woman should suffer 

embarrassment or feel inhibited in her relationship with her 

partner due to the appearance of her vagina or physical sexual 

dysfunction,” he says. 

Dr Onuma believes vaginal rejuvenation has been 

misrepresented and, because of this, women receive little support 

in making a decision that is necessary to ease discomfort or 

improve self-confidence. 


The Australian Centre for Female 

Pelvic & Vaginal Rejuvenation 

Feature 

“The number of women patronised by mainstream media 

and even by some members of the medical community 

when seeking help is disappointing,” he says. “The 

majority of my patients seeking vaginal rejuvenation are 

not motivated by the aesthetic, but a growing dislike of 

pain during intercourse or discomfort when participating 

in everyday activities.” 

“I believe in empowering women through knowledge, 

choice and access to world-class care,” he continues. “Many 

people say ‘it’s all part of being a woman’ and ‘just put up 

with it’, but why should you, when you have options?” 

All women are born with differently shaped genitalia, 

however the effects of childbirth and ageing can cause 

many to suffer from problems that make them selfconscious 

and unhappy, often affecting relationships with 

their sexual partners. 

‘ 

Why shouldn’t we as 

women have the right 

to choose to have a 

procedure that will improve 

our quality of life, so that 

we can walk down the 

beach in a swimsuit without 

feeling embarrassed or go 

bike riding without physical 

discomfort? 

’ 

Oversized, elongated or asymmetrical labia minora – the 

inner vaginal lips which surround the entrance to the 

vagina – can cause irritation and discomfort when wearing 

certain clothes, and during sporting activities or sex. 

Laser-assisted reduction labiaplasty can sculpt an 

overhanging or asymmetrical labia minora according to 

the patient’s wishes. “There is a wide variation in the 

appearance of the external genitalia, so there’s no one look 

that is normal,” Dr Onuma says. 

“Each patient will have different motivations, concerns 

and expectations in seeking genital surgery,” he explains. 

“It is important to listen to the concerns of the individual 

patient, assess them with appropriate examinations and 

offer a series of potential solutions.” 

There are a number of options available, both surgical 

and non-surgical, to address these problems. Taking action 

can help restore self-confidence, boost self-image and 

improve quality of life. CBM 

Empowering women through 

knowlege, choice and access to 

world class care 

Dr Oseka 

Onuma 

Gynaecologist & Pelvic 

Reconstructive Surgeon 

BSc. (Hons), MJur., CCST, 

MBBS, FRANZCOG, FRCOG 

ADELAIDE • SYDNEY • DARWIN 

DR OSEKA ONUMA 

4 Robe Terrace, Medindie SA 5081 

08 8344 6085 

Facsimile 08 8344 6087 

Email reception@dronuma.com.au 

www.dronuma.com.au 


A 

Vitamin 


Skin 

The grand dame of skincare 

RETINOL CONTINUES ITS STRONGHOLD AS 

THE NUMBER-ONE ANTI-AGEING SKINCARE 

INGREDIENT. WE TAKE A LOOK AT THE ROLE AND 

ACTION OF VITAMIN A ON THE SKIN. 

WORDS BY AIMÉE RODRIGUES. 

Vitamin A is arguably the single-most 

important ingredient to prevent, 

restore, normalise and help repair 

damaged skin. 

Medical research shows that ageing of 

the skin is accelerated by the loss of lightsensitive 

vitamins destroyed by sun, stress 

and pollution. These lost vitamins include 

Vitamin A, together with key antioxidants 

and Vitamins C, E, pro-vitamin B5 and betacarotene. 

These all work to normalise the 

skin, assisting it to reverse the signs of ageing, 

and to make it look younger and smoother. 

Vitamin A in particular helps smooth both 

wrinkles and fi ne lines, while increasing 

skin hydration and collagen production. It 

evens out skin texture, at the same time as 

increasing skin thickness and improving its 

elasticity. Vitamin A also improves acne, 

natural exfoliation and overall skin tone, 

diminishing mottled pigmentation. 

Since our body does not make Vitamin 

A, our skin becomes defi cient over time. 

In particular, the sun depletes the skin of 

Vitamin A and this is one of the reasons those 

who super-expose their skin to sun damage 

age faster than those who do not (and another 

reason to always use broad-spectrum SPF 

every single day, rain, hail or shine). 

Vitamin A (as well as other key vitamins 

and antioxidants) need to be replaced every 

day to reduce the damage from sunlight. 

The best way to replace these vitamins is by 

topical application. 

Formulations containing Vitamin A are 

benefi cial to skin of all ages as it helps repair 

injured skin and improves its water barrier 

properties, making it soft and supple. It is also 

effective in treating acne, as well as dry, scaly 

or cracked skin. 

VITAMIN A IN SKINCARE 

As our skin gets thinner with age, it gradually 

becomes less effective as a barrier, which 

leads to signs of ageing such as lines and 

rough patches. Vitamin A is critical in 

the maintenance of healthy skin. Regular 

application of Vitamin A, which regulates 

skin cell growth, stimulates the skin’s renewal 

process and causes it to thicken and appear 

younger and healthier. 

Cell-communicating ingredients use 

receptor sites or cellular pathways to interact 

with skin cells to signal them to function 

optimally. Retinoids (including retinol), 

which are derivatives of Vitamin A, are the 

best known. They act as antioxidants and 

neutralise the free radicals that result from 

exposure to ultraviolet light. In addition, 

they increase cellular turnover, stimulate a 

thickening of the epidermis and promote the 

removal of excess pigment. 

Retinol is a Vitamin A (retinoic acid) 

derivative that is an effective and widely 

used topical anti-ageing solution. It has been 

shown to reduce many visible signs of skin 

ageing, especially fi ne lines and wrinkles, 

encouraging better cell turnover in the upper 

layers and normalising skin turnover. 

In the form of stabilised retinol (retinol 

molecular), it enables surface hyperpigmented 

cells to be sloughed off evenly, in addition 

to reversing the damaging effects of UV 

light on the skin cells, which result in 


Skin 

hyperpigmentation. Retinoids are also 

responsible for tyrosinase inhibition, reducing 

clumping of melanin and reducing melanosome 

size to further improve pigmented spots. 

Medical research has also documented that 

the use of retinol on the skin can create new 

collagen deposition, greater proliferation of new 

blood vessels and capillary formation. Dramatic 

improvements have also been observed with 

regard to skin smoothness, evening of skin 

tones and overall skin rejuvenation. Retinol 

also plays a role in conditioning the skin prior 

to many cosmetic procedures such as facial 

surgery, laser resurfacing and chemical peels. 

VARYING FORMS OF 

VITAMIN A 

It’s well known skin rejuvenation can be 

achieved by applying Vitamin A to the skin, 

but sometimes the various types of Vitamin A 

on the market may make it confusing when 

selecting which type to use on the skin. There 

are a number of related molecules with Vitamin 

A activity and these are classed under the 

family name of retinoids. 

Prescription retinoids include tretinoin (trans 

retinoic acid); the over-the-counter retinoid 

is retinol. Both convert to retinoic acid in the 

skin. Trans retinoic acid is the most irritant 

form of Vitamin A. 

It’s no secret that a common side effect 

after starting topical Vitamin A treatment is 

temporary redness, irritation and fl akiness; 

most users will need to build up a tolerance 

to retinoids over several weeks. Retinol 

skincare has fewer side effects than retinoic 

acid prescription products due to lower 

biological activity, among other factors. It 

also goes without saying that stabilised highconcentration 

retinol formulations will be 

more effective than run-of-the-mill retinol 

products, but will also typically be more 

irritating to the skin. 

Thankfully, any irritation at all may be 

a thing of the past. Manufacturers are now 

developing different effective forms of Vitamin 

A which are less irritating, if at all. 

It’s no wonder that Vitamin A (in its various 

forms) is an important and necessary ingredient 

in all quality anti-ageing product lines. 

And with new molecules and new product 

formulations constantly being developed, this 

skincare stalwart is fast becoming the gold 

standard anti-ageing product. CBM 

DID YOU 

KNOW? 

Retinol is proven to be a potent tool in treating acne 

by preventing the cells that line the follicular canal from 

sticking together and creating the solid impactions that 

block the follicle, thereby addressing the underlying 

mechanisms that contribute to acne. 


THE 

FACTS 

ABOUT 

Vitamin 

A1. 

Vitamin A is a central driving factor in 

the development of normal, healthy 

human tissue, including all parts of the 

skin. This is from conception to death. If 

Vitamin A were to disappear tomorrow, 

no more humans would be born in the 

normal, recognisable form. 

2. 

Skin becomes thin because of a general 

lack of Vitamin A, sun damage, loss of 

sex hormones and general ageing. 

3. 

Retinoids (class of Vitamin A derivatives) 

are a proven method to increase the 

thickness of the dermis – the deep layer 

of skin where wrinkles form. 

4. 

Despite contrary belief, retinoids do not 

make skin more sensitive to the sun. The 

reason some product labels recommend 

pm use only is because retinoids are 

unstable in sunlight, thereby rendering 

daytime use ineffectual. 


The new retinol 

for sensitive skin 

Medik8 launches r-Retinoate, the Vitamin A derivative to 

suit every skin type. Words by aimÉe rodrigues. 


Skin 

It’s the biggest open secret that 

nothing without prescription can 

improve the signs of photo-ageing 

quite like retinol. The medically 

backed anti-ageing and skin 

beautifying benefits of this Vitamin 

A derivative are undisputed. But this 

‘dream cream’ still has its drawbacks 

– retinol delivered at levels high 

enough to have visible effects on skin 

ageing can cause irritation, redness 

and even flaking skin. 

After three years in the making, 

Medik8 has launched r-Retinoate, a 

new retinol product that contains a 

never-before-used molecule – retinyl 

retinoate – which is proven to be 

eight times more powerful than 

regular retinol, without any irritation. 

Every once in a while a product 

is developed that propels the whole 

industry forward. The discovery of 

this new molecule, and delivered in 

product form as Retinyl Retinoate 

Youth Activating Cream (r-Retinoate 

for short), represents a genuine 

breakthrough in anti-ageing skincare. 

According to published data, the 

wrinkle repair rate is up to eight times 

stronger with retinyl retinoate versus 

retinol alone – without the irritation 

that can be experienced with 

ordinary retinol. In another skincare 

breakthrough, r-Retinoate can be 

used for both night and day without 

loss of results like ordinary retinol. 

So, let’s talk 

results 

The science behind retinyl retinoate 

has been published in multiple 

scientific and medical journals, 

including a clinical study in the 

eminent British Journal of Dermatology. 

Within this study, a pair of in-vivo 

trials showed that retinyl retinoate 

applied twice daily led to results 

Every once 

in a while a 

product is 

developed 

that propels 

the whole 

industry 

forward 

significantly more effective than the 

placebo or higher strength retinol 

in treating wrinkles around the eyes 

(periorbital). 

In the double-blind trial, wrinkles 

were evaluated by two dermatologists 

based on a global photodamage 

score. After 12 weeks, the average 

photodamage score improved for all 

patients on the retinyl retinoatetreated 

side, compared with the 

placebo treated side. Further, after 

eight weeks, 86% of the patients had 

decreased photodamage scores with 

retinyl retinoate treatment, in contrast 

to 59% of those using ordinary retinol. 

r-Retinoate uses only encapsulated 

retinyl retinoate which is patented 

around the world and exclusive 

to Medik8. As published, the 

encapsulated form works four times 

faster, with results visible after only 

four weeks of use. 

From am to pm 

Aside from irritation, another 

drawback of retinol is that it becomes 

inactive when in sunlight. This is 

why you may have heard or read that 

retinol should only be used at night. 

(It has nothing to do with retinol 

making the skin photo-sensitive or 

more prone to sunburn.) 

Since mounting evidence suggests 

that retinol does not just help repair 

collagen damage but also protects 

collagen from UV destruction in 

the first place, the ability to use 

retinol during daytime seems highly 

beneficial. r-Retinoate is the first of 

its kind to be able to use day and 

night, maximising anti-ageing results 

in every single bottle. 

Retinol without 

the irritation 

Ordinary retinol can be notoriously 

irritating and can cause users to stop 

treatment altogether (and miss out on 

the long-term skin benefits). 

If you’ve been sensitive to retinol 

in the past, maybe an itchy rash, 

breakouts or dry or flaky skin, 

r-Retinoate will be your new beauty 

cabinet bestie. Suitable for even the 

most sensitive skin, it means the 

power of retinol is now available for 

everyone. CBM 

WHERE TO BUY IT 

r-Retinoate by Medik8 is available at select skin clinics across Australia. 

Contact Advanced Cosmeceuticals for more information on 1800 242 011 

or visit medik8.com.au 


Beauty 

1. 

Tools 

OF 

THE 

trade 

IT’S NOT JUST THE PROFESSIONALS WHO 

NEED BEAUTY HARDWARE. SET UP SHOP 

AT HOME TO CREATE SALON-QUALITY 

HAIR, RED-CARPET READY MAKEUP AND 

DEWY SKIN TO RIVAL THE BEST SKIN 

CLINICS. HERE ARE THE TOOLS TO ADD 

TO YOUR BEAUTY BELT. 

REAL TECHNIQUES 

BY SAM & NIC 

2 x miracle mini eraser 

sponge, $16.99. These handy 

mini eraser sponges are your 

go-to for correcting beauty 

blunders and makeup mishaps 

– from flaking mascara and 

wayward eyeliner to eye 

shadow fallout. 

2. 


BY SAM & NIC 

Miracle sculpting sponge, 

$16.99. This OG sculpting 

sponge makes it easy to 

blend makeup for that perfect 

balance of contouring 

and highlighting. 

3. 

HOMEDICS Radiance 

Microdermabrasion 

Device, $249 . Have a spa 

treatment at home with this 

microdermabrasion device. 

It offers rejuvenated and 

hydrated, smoother, firmer, 

healthier looking skin in just 

three weeks. It’s clinically 

tested to improve overall 

skin texture with a 5-minute 

treatment, two or three 

times a week. 

4. 

ENVIRON Skincare Ionzyme 

Gold Roll-CIT, $313. Designed 

to enhance the look and 

feel of your skin, Environ’s 

luxurious 14-carat gold-plated 

microneedler is our ultimate 

weapon of choice. With 260 

ultra-fine needles, this elegant 

roller will deliver noticeably 

healthier looking skin. 


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Beauty 

5. 

DESIGNER BRANDS 7 Piece Pro 

Brush Set, $24.99. All you need in a set 

of brushes and made from soft and 

durable synthetic bristles, allowing you 

to create a myriad of makeup looks. 

6. 

O COSMEDICS O-Sonic Facial 

Cleansing Age Management Device, 

$99. This novel cleaning approach 

uses a combination of sonic pulsations 

and silicone fibre touchpoints for an 

incrediblly deep cleanse that promotes 

healthy skin function. 

7. 


BY SAM & NIC 

Ultimate Base Set, $45. Get in quick 

for this limited edition collection 

of three base essentials for all-over 

flawless coverage: face brush, miracle 

complexion sponge and concealer 

brush in a cute mirrored to-go case. 

8. 

BATISTE Dry Shampoo, $9.95, has 

become a beauty cabinet staple for 

making limp hair more manageable, 

adding texture and, of course, giving 

us a few days’ reprieve in between 

washes. Turn it up a notch with the new 

Instant Styling range from Batiste. 

We love the Oomph My Locks XXL 

Volume Spray, $12.95, for instant 

volume and va-va-voom appeal. It’s like 

a backcomb in a bottle! 

9. 

RACINNE Lady M Massaging Ion 

Applicator, $59. This nifty magic wand 

uses galvanic currents of positive and 

negative ions to help the delicate 

skin around your eyes absorb skincare 

ingredients more effectively. Its microvibrations 

also promote skin firmness 

while it helps to de-puff eyes. 

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DESSATA Detangling Brush, $29.95. Detangle 

hair faster and with less fuss. Dessata doesn’t 

pull or break hair and is perfect to use on 

all hair types, including hair extensions. The 

ergonomic design allows the brush to contour 

to your palm, giving you greater strength and 

control whilst brushing. 

11. 

SYNERGIE SKIN Rejuvaderm Home Roller, 

$99. A biocompatible microneedle roller for 

cosmeceutical home infusion, this high quality 

skincare device improves active ingredient 

penetration by up to 40 times (as opposed 

to what’s achieved by manually massaging 

products in). Obsession starts now! 

12. 

SKIN INJECT DNC Derma Roller, $79.95. An 

at-home skin needling device with a host of 

benefits, not least collagen induction therapy 

to help smooth lines, wrinkles and scars 

and kickstart the skin’s own natural healing 

response for a revitalised complexion. 

13. 

O COSMEDICS The Skin Shammy, $19.95. 

Washable, reusable and oh-so effective, this is 

an ingenious way to remove makeup. (Read: 

how have we lived without this?) 

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Feature 

The 

evolution 

of 

skin needling 

south african plastic surgeon Dr Des Fernandes talks 

about his role in the development of skin needling and its 

place in the future of skin rejuvenation. 

Needling has come a long way 

since 1995 when it initially 

came onto the scene when 

Andre Camirand first published his 

experience about making scars less 

visible by 'dry needling' them. 

When I extended the concept to 

rejuvenating skin in 1997, doctors 

ridiculed the idea that a simple 

pinprick could have such powers. 

Like Camirand, I started by using 

a tattoo artist’s device with a flat 

array of four needles that could 

penetrate 1-2mm into the skin. I had 

previously been trained by the doyen 

of tattoo artists so I could adapt 

that skill to safely needle patients’ 

faces, but I learned that intensive 

needling put the patients out of 

social circuit for up to 10 days and 

the procedure took a long time to do. 

I also noticed that thick scars didn't 

change sufficiently. I reasoned that 

if one could use a roller with 3mm 

needles, one could needle deeper 

and probably faster and, because 

there would be fewer holes, the skin 

would return to a normal appearance 

sooner. Intensive treatments this way 

looked almost the same as using a 

tattoo gun, but the healing time was 

reduced to 5-7 days. 

By 1999 I had a sufficient 

number of clinical results to make 

a presentation at the International 

Plastic, Reconstructive and 

Aesthetic Society conference in 

San Francisco. The lecture theatre 


Skin 

was packed with standing room 

only and one prescient comment 

was that my lecture was the most 

provocative and exciting idea for 

the coming century. 

I believed the clinical results 

indicated there was regeneration of 

tissue and, in particular, restoration 

of the normal lattice arrangement of 

the fibres in the dermis. Regeneration 

had never before been described as a 

result of any intervention and I ended 

up explaining this in a long interview 

on Channel 5 TV in the UK. The 

first publication of skin needling was 

in the Hot Topics section of Aesthetic 

Surgery Journal. 

At that stage I presumed the reason 

for regeneration was from plateletderived 

growth factors released after 

puncturing tiny vessels in the dermis. 

Almost at the same time Mark 

Ferguson in the UK was studying 

TGF-beta-3 in preventing the 

formation of scars. In time I realised 

that since TGF-beta-3 was released 

from platelets, it was the most likely 

cause of tissue regeneration and scar 

reduction when needling skin. 

However, there was no proof of 

this until Matthias Aust took up 

the challenge to study skin needling 

and his team discovered that the 

release of the TGF-beta growth 

factors in simple wounding and in 

skin needling were diametrically 

different. In skin wounds, TGF-beta 

1, 2 and 3 are all released but the 

TGF-beta-3 fades away within 24 

hours and TGF-beta 1 and 2 persist 

for a week or two. 

In skin needling the reverse 

situation applies and this has been 

confirmed in repeated tests: TGFbeta 

3 persists at raised levels for up 

to two weeks whereas TGF-beta 1 

and 2 fade away within 24 hours. 

This detail provoked the idea that 

needling again a week later would 

increase the effects of TGF-beta-3 

and produce results superior to 

needling at longer intervals. 

However, in order to do needling 

as intensively, we needed to fully 

anaesthetise the skin and that 

required sedation because it can 

be very uncomfortable just to get 

good anaesthesia of the face and 

neck. The question then arose about 

how to make needling easier for 

the patient and also make it less 

dramatic in appearance. 

By using rollers with needles that 

protruded only 1.0mm we could do 

skin needling under simple topical 

anaesthesia. That made needling 

more accessible and because we 

worked less intensively the clinical 

and social sequelae would be easier 

to tolerate. I assumed that with 

an intensive needling one makes 

about five times more holes in the 

skin than we could by using topical 

anaesthesia, so I recommended six 

treatments done at weekly intervals. 

After several months I realised 

that this regime produced results very 

similar to one intensive treatment but 

more conservatively minded people 

worried that frequent treatments 

would negate the benefits of needling. 

Indeed, some 'authorities' condemned 

weekly treatments even though they 

had no clinical evidence at all. 

Aust and colleagues doubted that 

needling at weekly intervals had 

any value but fortunately researched 

this and discovered that needling 

at weekly intervals gave far superior 

results. They also showed without 

doubt that topical Vitamin A, and 

they used Environ vitamin ACE Oil 

in their studies, virtually doubled the 

benefits of needling. 

There is no clinical doubt, and 

scientific investigation has proved, 

the best way to induce changes by 

needling is to use topical Vitamin 

A and repeat the needling within 7 

days. I believe the reason for this is 

the concentrations of TGF-beta-3 

build up to levels unattainable by 

even the most intensive needling 

because each needling experience 

adds to the previous levels of TGFbeta-3. 

The challenge now is to optimise 

needling and I believe using wellselected 

peptides can enhance our 

results. My clinical research shows 

dramatically better results when I 

add a special cocktail of peptides. 

I believe we should not use growth 

factors themselves, but rather 

molecules that will induce the 

natural balance of growth factors. I 

am currently researching needling 

every second or third day and the 

indications are that this regime gives 

the greatest tightening of skin that I 

have ever seen. 

Needling does something clinicians 

have craved for centuries: it causes 

regeneration and rejuvenation and 

we will learn to harness its powers 

more effectively in the coming 

years. CBM 



Enhancement 

age 

the 

eraser 

PRP has gained fame with the trademark 

Vampire Facelift, and is now opening doors for 

a range of cosmetic and wellness possibilities. 

Words by erin docherty. 

PRP is a treatment with seemingly endless areas for application 

– from turning back the clock on ageing to helping with 

sexual dysfunction. And that’s just the start. 

Using the body’s own natural resources, PRP (platelet-rich 

plasma) works by literally drawing on your own blood and reinjecting 

higher concentrations of blood platelets, which release 

growth factors to the treatment site and stimulate new cell growth 

and regeneration. 

RegenLab PRP was the first to market PRP in the Australian 

aesthetic arena back in 2007. Now, with 96 clinical publications 

backing it (and counting), RegenLab PRP provides evidence-based 

medicine for all uses of PRP; it’s a proven system using optimal 

concentrations for optimal results. 


Enhancement 

The Vampire 

Facelift 

The evolution of PRP for aesthetic 

treatment is the trademark Vampire 

Facelift developed by Dr Charles 

Runels in the US. It’s become a 

popular skin rejuvenation treatment 

around the world, no doubt bolstered 

by its celebrity clientele (just Google 

it to watch Kim K having one). 

The Vampire Facelift is a unique 

treatment that uses a combination of 

strategically placed hyaluronic acid 

gel dermal fillers for structure, and 

PRP overlay for enhancement of the 

skin. This results in a natural-looking 

the platelets from the blood and put 

it into a syringe and it is injected after 

the filler is used to sculpt the face,” 

Dr Runels explains. 

This platelet-rich plasma improves 

the tone, texture and luminosity of 

the skin, as well as reducing pore size, 

and improving the fine crepey skin 

around the eyes. 

“We can go places with PRP 

that we can’t go with filler, for 

example, we can use the plasma 

around the eye area,” says Dr Runels. 

“The end result is a beautifully 

sculpted face with a nice colour and 

textural improvement.” 

‘ 

When I treat someone’s face, 

I make them look five years 

younger. We reset the clock 

’ 

restoration of facial volume and 

shape, without looking overdone. 

“When I treat someone’s face, I 

make them look five years younger, 

but importantly they’re not frozen 

in time. We just reset the clock,” 

says Dr Runels, pioneer of the 

Vampire Facelift. 

The improvement is gradual and 

results are cumulative. Usually a 

course of three to four treatments over 

a four to six months are required, with 

a single top-up treatment once or 

twice a year. 

In the first part of the Vampire 

Facelift procedure, the practitioner 

strategically injects filler to achieve a 

more sculpted and contoured face – 

while still keeping the shape natural. 

Next he or she harvests your own 

blood growth factors (hence the name 

Vampire), which your body would 

normally use to heal damaged tissue. 

“To do this, a numbing cream is 

applied to the face, blood is drawn 

and then it takes about 5-10 minutes 

to process the blood. We then extract 

The O-Shot 

and the P-Shot 

The O-Shot and P-Shot are other 

PRP treatments also pioneered by 

Dr Runels – and are changing the 

approach to sexual dysfunction. 

The O-Shot uses PRP in specific 

areas of the vagina to improve sexual 

satisfaction. Improvement in vaginal 

tightening and sensitivity can result 

in better orgasms and a happier sex 

life. Similarly, the P-Shot uses PRP 

to improve the strength of erections, 

penile girth and sensitivity. 

After seeing the outstanding 

results from treating faces, Dr Runels 

trialled PRP treatment for erectile 

dysfunction and noted results in 

increased volume and blood flow 

without any side effects. 

“It’s an absolute game changer,” he 

says. “While we have implants, drugs 

and other treatment options for men, 

the P-Shot is the first method brought 

to the market to actually improve 

the circulation of blood to the 

penis. There are people who try to 


convince that drug therapy is the 

best option, but that’s not always the 

best thing if you can make the genital 

tissue better using your body’s own 

reparative cells.” 

While Dr Runels was working 

with the idea of the P-shot, it 

occurred to him that other things had 

been used for urinary incontinence 

and sexual enhancement in females, 

with limited results and high side 

effects. So just what if PRP could be 

used for female sexual function? 

“Basically, with O-shot and 

P-shot we now have two helpful tools 

that actually help the tissue of the 

genitalia itself,” says Dr Runels. 

“The results are absolutely amazing. 

These simple procedures mean 

sufferers can have a comfortable 

sex life and healthy relationship 

again. Sexual dysfunction in females 

is not only under-recorded but 

it’s under-appreciated and it very 

often profoundly affects women’s 

self-confidence and can lead to 

depression. Lives can be changed 

dramatically with the O-shot. ” 

“The techniques are evolving 

thanks to the pioneering practitioners 

who are now thinking, teaching, 

modifying and implementing better 

ways to use the technique, as well as 

educating people about newer options 

available to them.” 

“PRP is finally being discovered 

by other arenas and not just confined 

to surgery for 15 years, like it was 

previously. We’re learning how to 

use it in medical specialties such as 

dermatology, urology and gynaecology. 

If that comes into play I believe 

we’re going to see an explosion of 

treatments, and the way we define, 

create, isolate and use PRP is going 

to evolve into something amazing,” 

concludes Dr Runels. CBM 

For approved Australian Vampire 

Facial trained practitioners go to: 

vampirefacelift.com/members/directory 

Everyone’s 

talking PRP 

This is an area of medicine that is seriously growing. Every year 

PRP is attracting more practitioners and patients because of the 

regenerative results it produces and increased knowledge about 

the virtually limitless potentials in how it can be used. 

In September 2016 hundreds of doctors met in Italy to share, 

learn and workshop the regenerative and aesthetic capabilities of 

PRP at the annual Biobridge Conference. Two local doctors, Dr 

Abbas Al-Taiff and Dr Robin Chok, were among the attendees. 

“PRP’s role in internal and external wellness is developing – 

and it’s endless. In the musculoskeletal system it has a very wide 

‘ 

Regenerative medicine is 

becoming the norm, as we 

continue to have a better 

understanding of how we use 

our own body tissue 

’ 

range of applications and indications. For aesthetic medicine 

it has a promising future for the management of a variety of 

appearance and medical and/or cosmetic issues, including sexual 

medicine,” says Dr Al-Taiff. 

“Regenerative medicine is an exciting field, promising 

successful results. It needs proper training, motivated 

professionals and appropriate candidates. Our mission is to 

overcome many health issues with our own cells,” he says. 

Since the advent of worldwide interest in the 

Vampire Facelift, and especially amongst the A-listers, there has 

been a growing demand than ever for PRP procedures. 

“RegenLab Biobridge Conference 2016 has been the most 

exciting congress of experts from all over the world to discuss the 

regenerative medical powers of PRP,” says Dr Chok. “Regenerative 

medicine is rapidly becoming the norm, as we continue to have 

a better understanding of how we can preserve our body function 

with our own body tissue. Only with our own DNA stimulation 

and reactivation is it possible to fight ageing and also many 

illnesses that even modern medicine has not been able to treat.” 

“With the advent of 3D tissue printing I believe regenerative 

medicine will truly take off to a whole new dimension, as we 

will have tissue that is much more bio-compatible to our body’s 

biophysical function. Advanced processing of bio materials such 

as calcium and silk are being looked into now – the future is 

definitely brighter and not too far away,” Dr Chok concludes. 


uxe 

for less 

You don’t have to 

break the bank to look 

gorgeous. From DIY 

treatments to hero multitaskers, 

we bring you the 

beauty must-haves that 

are light on the wallet 

but heavy on style. 

Designer Brands Longwear 

Matte Lip Colour, $9.99. This lip 

colour really goes the extra mile. 

The highly pigmented formula 

boasts a crazy 24-hour wear, yet 

leaves the lips soft and supple. 

Medik8 Retinol 1TR, $75. 

For those new to the retinol 

game, this Vitamin A Renewal 

Cream is an absolute steal. 

In a softer 0.1% dosage, 1TR 

uses a unique ‘time-release’ 

technology, allowing for slow 

delivery to reduce irritation. 

Mesoestetic energy C Peel-off 

Mask, $69.50 (6 mask pods) 

This at-home mask, from the 

Mesoestetic family famed for its 

clinical peels, is formulated with 

high concentrations of Vitamin 

C, alongside peptides, retinol 

and phytic acid to help skin cells 

produce more hyaluronic acid 

and collagen. The complexion is 

instantly brightened and detoxified 

for a radiant appearance. 


Beauty 

Vaseline Intensive Care 

Advanced Strength, $9.99. This 

fast-absorbing moisturiser is 

clinically proven to moisturise 

and restore very dry, rough skin 

in five days. This is the golden 

ticket to smooth, healthylooking 

skin. Bring on those 

summer shorts and bikinis! 

SUKIN Purely Ageless Botanical 

Hydration Booster, $23.95. Jump 

on the hydration train and keep 

your skin silky and smooth with 

this essential serum that doesn’t 

cost the earth. Rich in argan oil 

and immortelle, this pocket rocket 

improves skin elasticity for a bright, 

radiant complexion. 

SUKIN Replenishing Night Cream, 

$21.95. At night, skin is in repair 

mode and regenerating itself, so 

it’s important to use ingredients 

such as peptides and vitamins. 

Rest easy knowing you’ll wake up 

with glowing skin thanks to this 

nourishing night cream. 

Glamourflage Oil 

Control BB Cream, $44.95 

Glamourflage has seriously 

considered the Australian 

climate when developing this 

BB cream. It’s light, nongreasy 

and will help keep your 

face shine-free over summer. 

zk’in Line Smoothing Serum, 

$59.95. This organic gem 

has active ingredients that 

work within 24 hours to help 

reduce the signs of crow’s 

feet and wrinkles. It features 

Paracress extract, which is 

touted as nature’s alternative to 

injectables. We’re sold! 

Zk’in Clarifying Exfoliator, 

$39.95. This orange and coffee 

scrub clears out pores, removes 

dead skin cells and brightens 

skin for the party season. 

Soothing aloe vera means the 

exfoliator calms skin while it 

cleans. The product has zero 

microplastics to keep waterways 

clean and aquatic life alive. 

Skinstitut Moisture Defence 

Ultra Dry, $45. Made right here 

in Australia, this star product 

works wonders on the skin and 

provides intense hydration with 

antioxidants to help smooth and 

reduce wrinkles. 

Bio-Oil, $14.95. Improve the 

appearance of scars, stretch 

marks and uneven skin tone 

without putting a dent in 

your bank account with this 

weapon against ageing and 

dehydrated skin. Oh, and did 

we mention the good people 

at Bio-Oil have not changed 

their pricing since launching 

in the Australian market nearly 

30 years ago? 


Body 

A 

closer 

look 

at 

lipo 

suc 

tion 

We take a look at the ins and outs 

of liposuction and reveal why it still 

remains one of the most popular procedures 

for body contouring. 

Words by Erin Docherty. 

You may be thinking liposuction has had a bit of a rough ride, what with all 

the shiny new non-surgical body contouring fat-busting treatments that 

are blitzing the market. However, that’s not quite the case. Liposuction 

has remained one of the top procedures year after year, and its popularity is 

showing no sign of slowing down. 

The difference is that liposuction can complete a bigger reduction in larger 

pockets of fat; typically something non-surgical devices just can’t manage well. 

Rather than multiple non-invasive body contouring treatments, liposuction can 

achieve results with just one procedure. 

Dr John Flynn, from Cosmedic & Skin Clinic in Southport, QLD, says the 

liposuction procedure has evolved immensely over the years. “In experienced 

hands, the procedure is far more gentle and comfortable than ever before,” he 

says. “Downtime is minimised (usually two or three days), which makes the 

biggest difference for people who lead busy lives.” 


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Body 

The 

# 

1 

cosmetic surgical 

procedure 

Although there is no definitive data about cosmetic surgery trends in Australia, we typically follow American 

statistics to provide an insight into emerging and changing trends on our own shores. 

Indeed, the current statistics from the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery reveal liposuction is the 

number-one performed cosmetic surgery in the US (the second is breast augmentation) and is the only surgical 

procedure with a spot in the top 10 cosmetic procedures overall (surgical and non-surgical). 

Liposuction, 

in my 

opinion, is 

the ultimate 

body 

shaping 

treatment 

A little bit about 

liposuction 

Liposuction is a surgical procedure, 

performed either under anaesthetic 

with the patient asleep or with local 

anaesthetic using the tumescent 

technique where the patient is awake, 

to remove deposits of fat from 

specificareas of your body. 

It can be performed almost 

anywhere on the body where there 

are pockets of fat, including your neck, 

arms, stomach, back, chest, buttocks, 

thighs and ankles, and is performed 

as day surgery. 

“Liposuction allows me to treat more 

areas in a reasonable period of time 

and we can be judicious on how much 

fat we remove. Liposuction, in my 

opinion, is the ultimate body shaping 

treatment,” says Dr Flynn. 

Generally, the area to be treated 

is infiltrated with a tumescent fluid 

containing local anaesthetic and 

a vaso-constrictor which reduces 

bleeding and bruising, before small 

cannulas are used to vacuum out the 

fatty tissue. Alternatively, a syringe can 

be used to withdraw the fat. 

Power-assisted liposuction, where 

radiofrequency, ultrasound or laser 

technology is used to improve 

liposuction results, can help increase 

your skin contracture, while toning 

and tightening your skin’s surface. 

‘There are several energy devices 

that use either laser light energy, 

ultrasound energy or radiofrequency 

energy, which can be applied during 

the liposuction procedure to help 

tighten skin for a smoother postprocedure 

result,” says Dr Flynn. 

Just like any form of cosmetic 

enhancement, liposuction is no 

panacea. It’s important to remember 

the risks of surgery and that 

liposuction is not a way of losing 

masses of weight or a cure for obesity. 

What happens next 

After surgery, expect to be swollen, 

bruised and sore for a few days. It’s 

also common to feel some numbness 

in the treated areas, although this 

should go away in the first few weeks. 

You’ll usually wear a compression 

garment for about three weeks to help 

aid in skin retraction and healing. 

You can typically return to work 

after three to five days. It’s important 

to remember that all liposuction is 

surgery and requires diligent postoperative 

care. 

Final results – a trimmer looking, 

more proportionate and shapely form 

– can be seen from around three to 

four months after all swelling subsides. 

Results are permanent so long as you 

maintain your weight and follow a 

healthy lifestyle. CBM 

WHERE 

TO GET IT 

Cosmedic & Skin Clinic 

Ph 1300 88 13 88 

www.cosmedic.com.au 


A breakthrough in 

post-procedure care 

Delivering faster healing, 

a more comfortable 

recovery and reduced 

downtime. 1 

www.stratacel.com 1800 567 007 

Stratacel is a breakthrough medical 

product specifically developed for use 

on sensitive skin areas immediately 

post procedure. 

This advanced, film-forming wound 

dressing speeds up the healing process 

and provides an excellent hydration 

and soothing effect 1 . 

For faster healing of the treated skin 

and to achieve the best possible 

outcome from skin rejuvenation and 

resurfacing use Stratacel. 

SC-AU-018-1-1016 

Manufactured by: 

Stratpharma AG 

Centralbahnplatz 8 

CH-4051 Basel 

Switzerland 

Sponsor in Australia: 

A L Kerr Medical Pty Ltd 

174 Willoughby Road 

Crows Nest NSW 2065 

Tel: 1800 567 007 

Always read the label. Use only as directed. 

1. Data on fi le. Stratpharma AG 

European Class IIa Medical Device 

FDA Listed/TGA approved 

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Feature 

What’s 

REALLY 

in your 

beauty 

products 

? 


Feature 

Deciphering the long list of 

unfamiliar words and numbers on 

a product’s ingredients list is a 

daunting task, even when armed 

with a chemistry textbook. 

No matter how hard I try to stay calm and serene, 

my blood pressure soars whenever I’m unfortunate 

enough to stumble across certain advertisements. 

The kind I’m referring to almost always feature some 

actor or celebrity, who earnestly informs me that if I were 

savvy enough to switch to a certain brand of shampoo, my 

hair would be ‘eight times stronger’. Eight times stronger 

than what? An ant? An elephant? My coffee? So, what’s 

a cynical girl to do when it comes time for her to buy 

cosmetics? In a market swarming with phantasmagorical 

stories and promises, making an educated and informed 

decision is a challenge. 

The good news is this – the information you need is right 

in front of you. You just need to know where to look and 

how to decipher it once you find it. 


Feature 

‘ There’s 

no rule in 

advertising 

which 

demands that 

the truth be 

told. Vague 

promises 

and loose 

guarantees 

are all a part 

of the game. 

All’s fair in 

love and 

marketing. 

’ 

Ingredients lists 

Many countries forbid the sale of cosmetics that do not 

include a list of ingredients. In Australia, the sale of beauty 

products, regardless of where they were manufactured, 

is regulated by a set of statutory rules called the Trade 

Practices (Consumer Product Information Standards) 

(Cosmetics) Regulations 1991. 

Subsection 5(1) of said Regulations states that all 

ingredients in a cosmetic product must be listed, either 

on the container or on the product itself, in descending 

order by volume or mass. Unfortunately there’s no 

requirement for disclosure of the exact quantities of each 

ingredient or the precise formulations. Even so, finally we 

have what appears to be a fairly reliable and consistent 

source of information. Don’t we? 

Well, not quite. Following subsection (1) is a long list 

of exceptions to this rule. I would list them but I’m afraid 

you’ll fall asleep as you read them - I did. 

There are, however, two points worth noting. The first 

concerns something called an ‘incidental ingredient’ 

which the Regulations define as ‘any ingredient or 

substance which has no technical or functional effect... 

and is present in insignificant levels’. Any ‘incidental 

ingredient’ need not appear on the ingredients list at 

all. Hmm. 

The second is a confidentiality provision which 

essentially allows a company to list a secret formula as 

an ‘other ingredient’ if it successfully convinces the 

Minister that revealing the ingredients would give away 

a ‘trade secret’ and that the ingredients in question are 

‘unlikely to be harmful to a consumer’. Even if we don’t 

need to know what the ingredients are for the sake of our 

safety, the lack of transparency prevents us from deciding 

for ourselves if a product’s ‘miracle formula’ is likely to live 

up to its promises. 

What can we make of all this? Well, for a start, if a 

product claims to rely on an active element (say Vitamin 

C) which doesn’t appear until the middle or bottom of the 

ingredients list, it’s safe to say that the concentration isn’t 

substantial enough for it to have an effect on your skin. 

The same goes for products that advertise the inclusion of 

exotic ingredients like pearls, diamonds or mermaid scales. 

More often than not these ingredients are only present in 

miniscule amounts, which means they will appear right 

near the end of the list. 

Misunderstanding or 

misinformation? 

However imperfect it may be, the ingredients list is where 

the facts end and the fiction is free to begin. 

Learning how to read a list of ingredients is the best 

chance you have of sifting through the waffle. Aside from 


Feature 

the list, a company can say pretty much whatever it 

pleases. There’s no rule in advertising which demands 

that the truth be told. Vague promises and loose 

guarantees are all a part of the game. All’s fair in love 

and marketing. 

Studies quoted in the advertising material or on the 

packaging need not be conducted in the same way 

as studies used to test the safety and effectiveness of 

pharmaceuticals. For example, the study need not be 

impartial. It might be conducted by the same company 

that manufactures the product, using a sample size 

of, say, 10 women. If nine of them say they noticed 

an improvement after using the product (note there 

is no objective test for what ‘improvement’ means), 

this result can be manipulated and included in the 

marketing campaign. 

So this hypothetical company can legally publish the 

following statement: ‘In a clinical study, 90 percent of 

the participants reported a significant improvement 

after just three weeks of using Fantabulous Anti-Ageing 

Serum’ (not a real product). 

Other potentially misleading statements to watch out 

for include the following: 

– Not tested on animals - most ingredients were tested 

on animals at some point in our past. Instead, look for 

words to the effect of ‘not currently tested on animals’ 

or ‘no further testing on animals’. 

– Hypo allergenic - says who? There are no regulations 

to govern the use of this phrase, so if you have problem 

skin, ignore this enticement and seek professional advice 

before purchasing skincare products. 

The good stuff 

Providing you with an exhaustive list of good ingredients 

is impossible, but look for products including antioxidants, 

anti-irritants, ingredients which mimic the skin’s 

structure, cell-communicating ingredients, emollients, 

UV protection and delivery agents. 

If your skin needs hydration, search for anything 

containing a decent amount of hyaluronic acid (the 

higher up the list, the better). 

Lastly, a quick note on mineral oils and products 

derived from petrolatum or crude oil. Despite the fact 

that they’re hugely unfashionable these days, they are 

very good moisturising ingredients with an excellent 

safety record. For people with very dry skin, petrolatum 

moisturisers provide excellent barrier protection, 

helping to prevent further loss of moisture from 

dehydrated skin. 


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The necessary stuff 

Ingredients burdened with nasty names are sometimes 

unfairly dismissed (consider poor old Diazolidinyl urea, 

a preservative which sounds more like a disease than a 

cosmetic ingredient). Look them up online and you’ll 

discover most are harmless substances functioning as 

thickeners, preservatives or texture enhancing agents. 

Others, including sodium laureth sulphate (found in many 

shower gels and shampoos) and parabens (found in almost 

everything) have been tainted by false rumours. 

If you’re not sure about an ingredient, look it up 

online (www.paulaschoice.com is a good resource) or talk 

to a qualified skin specialist. 

The nasty bits 

I’d like to draw your attention to a few of the unnecessary 

ingredients added to enhance a product’s superficial 

appeal (the ‘Ooh, that smells lovely!’ factor). A lot of 

these ingredients do nothing more than add fragrance 

or colour to a product and are potentially irritating to 

the skin. They include synthetic dyes, fragrances (both 

natural and synthetic) and menthol, often added to create 

a tingling sensation which convinces consumers that the 

product is ‘working’. 

Use-by date 

No matter how desperate I am for my morning cup of 

coffee, if the use by date on the milk is up, I’m far too 

suspicious to risk drinking it. 

The same should be applied to the use-by dates for 

cosmetics. Have a close look at your beauty products and 

you should be able to find a symbol which looks like a jar 

with its lid open accompanied by a number and the letter 

‘M’. So, for example, if the symbol on your foundation 

bottle is followed by ‘12M’ then it has been estimated that 

your foundation will survive for 12 months from the date 

you break its seal. 

All sunscreens in Australia need to have an expiry date 

on them, so be sure to check the expiration date and make 

sure it has at least a year to go before expiry. 

This is only a guideline, as the shelf life of a product is 

influenced by many factors both within and beyond your 

control, including where you store it, how often you use it 

and the way in which you use it (dipping dirty fingers into 

the pot and leaving the lid off reduces the longevity of a 

product). CBM 


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Feature 

Animal 

testing 

alternatives 

in the 

cosmetic 

industry 


the Innovative new methods for testing 

the safety of cosmetics. 

Words by Terri Vinson (BSc. DipFormChem. DipEd) 

Founder and Formulator of Synergie Skin. 

Animal testing in the cosmetic 

industry has become archaic, 

and alternative testing 

methods are growing. These new 

methods are certainly more ethical 

and are invariably more cost-effective 

than breeding and testing products 

on laboratory animals. 

Animal testing has sadly been 

conducted by cosmetic companies 

for decades. Companies find it 

more convenient to repeat the tests 

that have always been performed 

rather than adopt newer and more 

reliable tests. 

Alternatives to animal testing 

are not only more ethical, they are 

simply better. For example, animal 

tests performed on pregnant rats to 

predict the effect of chemicals on 

unborn foetuses could only detect 

60% of dangerous substances, a fairly 

unreliable statistic. However, stem cell 

culture tests that caused zero harm to 

the rats were able to detect an accurate 

100% of dangerous substances. 

Silicon chip 

organs 

New technology has enabled entire 

human organs to be mapped and 

reproduced on chips. These devices 

are able to mimic live organs and 

can be used to test effectiveness and 

safety of substances on humans. The 

skin, being the largest organ of the 

human body, can now be reproduced 

on a computer chip. Scientists are 

currently striving to create an entire 

human body on a single chip! 

Computer models 

Modern technology now has the 

ability to replicate aspects of the 

human body. Computer skin models 

can be used to conduct virtual 

experiments based on existing 

information and mathematical data. 

Skin cell cultures 

Science has developed innovative 

methods to culture human skin 

cells and even 3D skin models in a 

laboratory, enabling cosmeceutical 

companies to finally be able to 

test the effectiveness and safety of 

ingredients in ‘ex vivo’ trials rather 

than using live animal studies. 

Human tissue 

donors 

Human volunteers may also donate 

skin cells and biopsies for skin studies. 

Biopsies following cosmetic surgery 

and even transplants of healthy and 

diseased skin can provide cosmetic 

companies and dermatologists with 

the tools to study the physiology of 

human skin and effects of cosmetic 

ingredients. This tissue can be used 

to create human skin models which 

can replace the traditional rabbit 

irritation tests. 

Reconstituted human skin models 

produced by innovative companies 

such as Episkin can be used to replace 

the common Draize skin irritation 

tests performed on rabbits. The 

rudimentary Draize Rabbit irritation 

test, which was developed in 1944, 

can only predict 60% of adverse skin 

reactions. By utilising a 3D human 

skin cell culture method, we can 

accurately predict over 90% of skin 

irritant reactions. Episkin tests have 

proven to be more effective than 

animal models at predicting human 

skin reactions to cosmetic ingredients. 

human volunteers 

Testing the efficacy of novel 

cosmeceutical ingredients is often 

performed on live human volunteers. 

Companies such as Lipotec test 

the effectiveness of ingredients on 

groups of individuals (usually around 

20 volunteers in cosmetic studies). 

Results of these in vivo studies 

provide statistically significant results 

for marketing purposes. 

Sophisticated new imaging devices 

such as the Visia scanner produced 

by Canfield, world leaders in medical 

imaging, can produce reliable clinical 

data showing the effect of ingredients 

on facial lines, redness, uneven skin 

tone, UV damage and pore size. 

Reliable and analytical medical before 

and after images provide competing 

data for cosmeceutical companies 

which can replace animal tests. 

The Chinese government currently 

conducts routine animal testing 

on cosmetic products imported 

directly to China. Thankfully, there 

is increasing pressure on China, 

mainly from Europe and the UK, 

to seek alternative methods for 

testing cosmetics. 

Whilst new methods are being 

developed as viable alternatives to 

animal testing, organisations such 

as CCF (Choose Cruelty free) are 

overcoming bureaucratic obstacles 

and striving to convince cosmetic 

companies to shift from traditional 

animal testing to newer and more 

ethical alternatives. There are still 

challenges faced in convincing 

companies to adopt and implement 

new testing methods but the 

alternatives are real, reliable and, 

quite simply, right. CBM 


Enhancement 

Living doll 

Lip tattooing is the ultimate makeup trick, creating 

permanently kissable poutier pouts. Words by AimÉe Rodrigues. 

Immediately after full lip tattooing 

3 weeks after full lip tattooing 

We buff them, moisturise 

them and slather them in 

colourful gloss. They frame 

the words we speak and soften the 

most intimate of moments. Indeed, 

a voluminous set of lips is thought 

to hold a thrall over the opposite sex 

like no other part of the body. But 

how can you maximise this asset if 

your own lips are lacking in colour 

and definition? 

The procedure that’s on a lot of 

people’s lips these days is makeup 

tattooing, a semi-permanent 

alternative to traditional makeup. 

We spoke with Rita Porreca, 

a Sydney-based aesthetic 

practitioner well known for her 

artistry in permanent makeup, 

aka makeup tattooing. 

In her Five Dock clinic she 

offers a range of cosmetic tattoo 

services designed to enhance features 

such as the eyes and lips, add 

definition to eyebrows using a special 

feathering technique, as well as 

disguise alopecia and scars. 

“Cosmetic tattoo treatments 

have really grown in popularity,” 

says Porreca. “They offer hassle-free 

mornings to those whose lifestyles 

don’t allow the luxury of free time 

between work and kids. Being able to 

‘wake up made up’ is very appealing 

to a lot of women. There’s also the 

group who want to add a punch of 

colour or a more defined lip line to 

effectively make their lips look fuller 

and more prominent.” 

“When performed by an 

experienced practitioner and 

tailored to the facial proportions 

and symmetry of each patient, 

cosmetic tattooing can really 

transform and enhance a client’s 

features,” she adds. 

Cosmetic tattooing differs from 

regular tattooing in that it uses 

pigment, rather than ink. It also 

won’t last forever like a normal 

tattoo. Depending on the area treated 

and other factors, permanent makeup 

tattoos will last several years before 

the pigment gradually fades away. 


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Changing 

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ces 

fBeauty is ever evolving and 

now, more than ever, how you 

feel about the way you look 

and how society perceives you are 

increasingly important and a very real 

factor in women’s everyday lives. 

The Face Value survey, 

commissioned by pharma giant 

Allergan, asked 2,000+ Australian 

women aged 20-49 how they feel 

about their looks, the pressure they 

feel to stay ‘youthful’, what they 

know about treatments available 

to address ageing, and how they 

view those who have cosmetic 

procedures such as dermal fillers 

and anti-wrinkle injections. 

The result? Behind efforts to 

improve their appearance, Australian 

women desire to ‘feel good and look 

good’ and overall they want 

to achieve a natural, best version 

of themselves. 

While women want to take the 

steps to maintain their appearance, 

in direct conflict with this is that 

the act of doing so may cause them 

to be seen as superficial, and therefore 

makes them uneasy. Experts say 

that despite rising interest and use 

of non-surgical treatments, limited 

understanding makes it hard for 

women to openly explore whether 

these options are right for them. 

New research highlights what we 

really think of cosmetic injectables. 

words by Erin Docherty. 


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Societal pressures 

The findings confirmed 

overwhelmingly that the bulk of 

Australian women are feeling the 

need to address their appearance. 

How women today feel about facial 

appearance, the main drivers for 

enhancing their looks, and how 

they think age and looks are 

perceived at work and by society in 

general plays an integral role in how 

they view themselves. 

Over two-thirds (67%) of women 

surveyed stated they are under ‘more 

pressure than men to stay looking 

young’ and that facial attractiveness 

and perception of age impact work 

opportunities. More than half (61%) 

of respondents aged 35-49 agree 

‘women are increasingly judged on 

how they present themselves’. 

While it was found that all women 

prioritise health, appearance and 

fitness, the focus was highest in 

younger women (67% of 25-29 years 

olds vs. 41% of 35-39 year olds, for 

example), highlighting a possible shift 

in the perception of beauty. 

When it comes to social media, one 

third (33%) of women aged 35-49 say 

they post fewer pictures of themselves 

now they sense they are looking 

older; and 1 in 4 women in this age 

group are ‘less comfortable when 

people are taking pictures of them’ 

than they used to be. 

The research also uncovered a 

general desire for more openness 

about facial injectable procedures 

among women, with nearly half 

(46%) of all respondents believing 

women should be able to be public 

about their experiences and do so 

without feeling judged (39%). 

Nearly half (46%) of all 

respondents also said they would ‘be 

supportive’ if a friend was considering 

these procedures and a further 37% 

would be neutral; only 17% say they’d 

actively ‘discourage them’. 

Snap-shot 

on 

beauty 

71% 

of Australian women make an 

effort to look good ‘just for 

themselves’ 

42% 

say a desire to boost selfconfidence 

is why they would 

seek treatment 

64% 

believe dermal fillers have 

become more socially 

acceptable compared with five 

years ago 

11% 

have used injectable 

facial fillers 

53% 

believe facial injectables 

can look natural 



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Injectables and 

the fear of 

judgement 

While women want to take the steps 

to maintain their appearance, the 

research revealed that they sense 

some of the methods available do 

not have full social acceptance and 

therefore perceive a need for them to 

be kept private. 

The research delved into how open 

women are to sharing information 

on facial aesthetic procedures, and 

the challenges of whether to keep it 

private or go public and ‘risk’ scrutiny. 

More than two-thirds of women 

in the survey (71%) said they would 

expect judgement for using an 

injectable treatment, citing reasons 

to keep it private including: being 

viewed as ‘false or superficial’ (24%), 

being made to feel ‘vain or selfindulgent’ 

(16%) and fearing ‘people 

talking negatively about me behind 

my back’ (12%). 

Even more uncomfortable than 

the thought that people are judging 

them is the direct challenge where 

women may be asked if they have had 

a procedure. Overall it places them 

in an uncomfortable situation where 

they may have to tell a ‘white lie’ or 

provide an incomplete response. 

When asked whether they had 

had a procedure, 41% of female 

respondents (35-39 years old) said 

they would change the subject or 

tell a ‘white lie’; only 37% would be 

truthful and admit to it. 

“What’s very interesting is that 

women may be over-estimating the 

potential for a negative response 

from friends, family and workmates, 

when they consider injectable 

options,” says Sydney plastic surgeon 

Dr Steven Liew. 

“There is clear empathy and 

greater support now among women, 

which indicates the actual level of 

‘judgement’ that exists is largely 

internal. What many women may 

also not appreciate is that the 

sophisticated and modern techniques 

we use can generate very subtle, 

refreshed results – everyone will 

notice but no one will know.” 

Knowledge gap 

The results show a significant 

information gap, and Australian 

women appear to lack knowledge 

about facial aesthetics options, and 

whether they use them or would 

consider using them. 

The research found approximately 

6% of 20 to 49-year-old women are 

using facial injectables (dermal fillers 

and/or wrinkle injections), equivalent 

to more than 600,000 women – but 

knowledge levels remain low. One 

in five (21%) of the women in the 

survey confirmed they are considering 

dermal fillers yet over one-third (31%) 

admitted they were not aware of them. 

“To get the subtle, natural result 

many Australian women hope for, it’s 

critical that they are well informed, 

doing research into the options, being 

clear in what they want to achieve 

and talking to a qualified, specialist, 

trained doctor about an individualised 

plan, before committing to 

treatment,” says Dr Liew. 

Cosmetic physician Dr Cath 

Porter says, “As a specialist in this 

area, I feel the more honest discussion 

and accurate information that’s 

out there, the better for women 

who are using these products or are 

considering them.” 

“We’ve had anti-wrinkle injections 

in Australia for 25 years now and 

dermal fillers for 15+ years but there’s 

an obvious mismatch between the 

level of criticism women feel they’ll 

receive, and the positive results that 

can be achieved.” 

For women aged 35-44, 23% feel 

the celebrity looks in Hollywood ‘set 

unrealistic and superficial ideals for 

younger women’. Views on this are 

mixed, however; 20% of women the 

same age say the Hollywood look 

is ‘deliberately attention-seeking 

and not meant for everyday women’ 

– but then 16% of all women also 

empathise that ‘their income relies 

on their looks and, given the same 

situation, perhaps we’d all do it.’ 


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‘ 

Our faces are our calling cards 

– an outward projection of who we are – 

and they are shared more widely than 

ever on social media, as well as 

representing us in everyday life 

’ 

The new beauty 

perspective 

While the Face Value Survey 

allowed us to explore the minds 

of Australian women, Allergan 

has also commissioned ‘The 

Global Faces of Beauty: A Global 

Report’ which revealed the views 

of nearly 8,000 women across 16 

countries, identifying a new age of 

beauty confidence. 

It compared the beauty and 

ageing trends in 16 nations, including 

Australia, Brazil, Canada, China, 

France, Germany, Italy, Japan, 

Mexico, Netherlands, South Korea, 

Spain, Thailand, Turkey, the UK 

and the US. 

Examining the concept of beauty, 

skincare routines and anti-ageing 

treatments, the comprehensive 

research revealed women are 

more aware and open to aesthetic 

enhancement and are taking control 

of how ageing affects their appearance 

as a way to feel more confident 

about themselves. 

“Never before has women’s 

external image been so important 

or so hotly debated. Our faces are 

our calling cards – an outward 

projection of who we are – and they 

are shared more widely than ever on 

social media, as well as representing 

us in everyday life,” says Caroline 

Van Hove, Senior Vice President, 

International Medical Aesthetics 

at Allergan. 

According to the report, female 

beauty is no longer driven solely by a 

desire to look younger – women want 

to control how they look as a way to 

change how they feel as an individual. 

“When it comes to women’s beauty 

goals, some key cultural differences 

are apparent. In Europe, women 

embrace ageing naturally and subtly. 

In Asian markets, women want a 

more obvious transformation, while 

in the Middle East women want 

to look more beautiful with fast 

enhancing results that accentuate 

their best features. What is especially 

exciting about this new research is 

the discovery that women around 

the world are united by an increasing 

desire to control how their looks 

evolve with time,” says Van Hove. 

“And whether through photo 

filters, makeup or aesthetic 

procedures, investing in beauty is 

their way of positively influencing 

their image.” 

Among these thousands of 

individuals, some interesting trends 

were apparent but one strong 

universal truth emerged: women 

choose to look great for themselves. 

Modern, empowered women are 

embracing aesthetic treatments to 

look great not for social acceptance 

but because it makes them feel 

confident and strong. 

“Now, with innovations in 

aesthetics and the broader beauty 

sector, women are able to harness 

the power of their own image and 

create a natural look that is right for 

them. This is no longer something to 

aspire to or wish for – it is accessible 

and acceptable. Aesthetic treatments 

are setting a new standard in beauty, 

which women will come to demand 

in the same way they expect great 

looking hair colour,” says Van Hove. 

“We know that women across 

the globe are experiencing a beauty 

revolution as they seize control of 

their own image and use it to express 

their inner self.” 

Overall, what we can see from these 

two studies is that Australian women 

are more aware and open to aesthetic 

enhancement and have a refreshed 

attitude towards beauty, prioritising 

confidence over a youthful appearance. 

The results also confirm that there is a 

high level of acceptance of injectable 

procedures, alongside a national 

preference for natural-looking results 

and a heightened focus on skin quality. 

This research plays a pivotal role 

in exhibiting the diverse range of 

opinions and attitudes around 

beauty and the role of facial aesthetics 

in helping women achieve their 

goals. CBM 


Enhancement 

What’s 

trending 

in minimally 

invasive 

procedures? 

Looking for real results 

without the downtime of surgery? 

We reveal the small treatments that 

can deliver big improvements. 

Looking younger does not 

mean that hardcore surgery is 

your only option. With everevolving 

aesthetic advancements, 

minimally invasive procedures have 

become the go-to for improving 

facial aesthetics and reversing signs 

of ageing. 

Whether you wish to look younger, 

fresher, rejuvenated or ‘happier’, 

there’s a range of less invasive surgical 

treatments that can rival the results 

of more complex surgery. 

Sydney cosmetic physician Dr 

Buddy Beaini calls on an array of 

light-based devices, thread lifting 

procedures and injectables in 

his clinics to tailor results to the 

individual patient. 

“During the consultation I 

ask my patients to describe their 

main concerns. I then outline the 

advantages, disadvantages, success 

rates, downtime and budget involved 


with a number of relevant treatment 

options,” says Dr Beaini. 

“Patients of all ages have been 

treated, with excellent results,” he 

says. “With the current advanced 

technology and techniques, 

facial rejuvenation has developed 

dramatically, giving patients the 

options to look and feel younger 

without the need for major 

surgery. In particular, thread 

lifting, blepharoplasty and bat 

ear correction (otoplasty) are less 

invasive procedures that can achieve 

significant results.” 

Dr Beaini believes that when 

used correctly, minimally invasive 

procedures can reverse the 

outward signs of ageing. “When 

selected appropriately and used in 

combination, minimally invasive 

procedures can make the patient look 

five to 10 years younger, and a lot 

happier,” he says. 

1. 

Thread Lifting 

What is it? 

This is a minimally invasive way to 

lift the skin on the face to achieve 

a younger and more contoured 

appearance and counter the 

inevitable effects of gravity. Threads 

can be used to lift the brow, face 

and neck, as well as reposition the 

cheeks, reduce jowling and enhance 

the lips. 

What’s involved? 

Dissolvable threads are inserted 

into the skin’s dermis, or support 

structure, to trigger the synthesis of 

collagen and elastin at the site. The 

threads act as scaffolding for the 

production of these new connective 

fibres, lifting and bolstering the 

tissue for an anti-ageing and 

rejuvenating effect. 


“I’ve been performing mini-facelifts 

and neck lifts with threads over the 

past three or so years, and have seen 

exceptional lifting and rejuvenation 

results in more than 95 percent of our 

patients,” says Dr Beaini. 

Thread lifting is suitable for those 

patients hoping to reverse the descent 

of facial soft tissue associated with 

ageing, or to waylay the need for a 

surgical facelift. It is performed under 

local anaesthetic, and incurs some 

mild swelling and possible bruising 

post-procedure. 

2. 

Blepharoplasty 

What is it? 

“When we look at an individual’s 

face, our attention first focuses on 

the eyes, and any abnormality or 

asymmetry,” Dr Beaini explains. 

For this reason, blepharoplasty – or 

eyelid hooding surgery – can achieve 

significant results in rejuvenating the 

entire face. 


The procedure involves excising 

excess fat and skin from the upper 

and/or lower eyelids to open the eyes 

for a fresher, more alert appearance. 

Dr Beaini performs this as day surgery 

under local anaesthesia. It can be 

used in conjunction with other 

treatments such as brow thread 

lifting, non-invasive skin tightening 

and laser skin rejuvenation. 

Results? 

“If you have droopy, tired and ageing 

eyes, the first impression is that you’re 

sad, tired or unwell,” says Dr Beaini. 

“Eyelid surgery is a very effective 

and long-term solution and 

automatically has the effect of 

revitalising the entire face.” 

3. 

Bat ear 

correction 

What is it? 

Bat ear, or prominent ear correction, 

is a non-surgical ear pinning 

procedure that restores facial 

symmetry by reducing prominent 

ears permanently. 

“Any abnormality and asymmetry 

in facial appearance will attract 

attention, which is particularly the 

case for people who have bat ears,” 

Dr Beaini explains. 


Dr Beaini offers a permanent 

non-surgical treatment to correct 

and reshape protruding ears (bat 

ear correction). He performs the 

procedure with a mild sedative and 

local anaesthesia; no hospitalisation, 

general anaesthetic or surgical 

incisions are required. 

Results? 

“These patients were born with 

this problem and, in most cases, are 

burdened with underlying emotional 

issues relating to the appearance 

of their ears. The joy and relief 

they experience once their ears 

are corrected makes this treatment 

extremely desirable,” he says. CBM 

Results? 

“Thread lifting is commonly used to 

lift and improve mid-face drooping, 

deep cheek wrinkles, deep nasolabial 

lines, excessive jowling and neck 

laxity,” Dr Beaini explains. “Other 

concerns it targets include brow 

droop, facial asymmetry and loss of 

cheek positioning.” 

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Dr Ahmed Omarjee 

302 Heaths Road 

Hoppers Crossing 

Melbourne VIC 

03 9021 6022 

thedoc.com.au 

FACTOR4 is highly concentrated and super-rich blood serum containing 

four times more growth factors and cytokines than any brand Blood 

Rich Injection product. 

FACTOR4 is autologous (harvested from the body’s own substances) 

and is used to reinvigorate skin quality and treat both wrinkles and 

crepiness in areas of the face, neck, décolletage, back of hands, dark 

eye circles, stretch marks and scars with bonus effects of a signifi cant 

reduction in static face lines and tightening of the skin. 

Call one of the clinics above for more information. 

www.klinicsolutions.com

Need 

an 

instant 

eye 

lift 

? 


Enhancement 

Defy the signs of ageing, revamp your 

appearance and reveal your natural 

beauty with Lids By Design, A NON- 

SURGICAL SOLUTION TO heavy EYES. 

While the eyes may be the 

window to your soul, they 

are also a significant marker 

of your age. If you’re unhappy with 

the appearance of your eyes and have 

drooping, sagging or asymmetrical 

eyelids, you may be on the fence about 

deciding whether to go under the knife. 

Say hello to your new best friend – 

Lids By Design. 

As we age, the skin around our eyes 

loses its natural elasticity, causing the 

eyelids to droop and sag. Lids By Design 

is a safe, non-invasive solution to this 

everyday problem, helping to resolve 

issues like sagging skin, asymmetrical 

eyes, and heavy lids that can disturb your 

natural beauty. 

Lids By Design is gaining a loyal 

following in the US and now Australia. 

It’s a simple beauty solution to instantly 

lift eyelids and transform your appearance 

without any needle or scalpel in sight. It’s 

also an ingenious way to “try on” the look 

of a surgical eye lift procedure. 

What are they? 

Lids By Design are temporary adhesive 

strips. When applied to your eyelid, they 

instantly lift lids and widen eyes, hiding 

excess skin in the natural fold of your lid. 

Made of medical-grade quality tape and 

designed for both men and women, Lids 

By Design is hypoallergenic, latex-free, 

organic product that blends in with the 

skin and can be worn all day. 

How do they work? 

The strips hide the excess skin in the 

natural fold of your lid and instantly lift 

the eye, making you look younger, fresher 

and happier (no more tired-looking 

hangdog eyes). 

Lids By Design can temporarily help: 

• Loose, sagging skin hanging over 

your lashes 

• Asymmetrical lids making you look 

and feel uneven 

• Excess skin covering the natural 

fold of the lid 

• Heavy lids disturbing the natural 

contour of the eye area and 

sometimes impairing vision. 

The adhesive is breathable and 

virtually invisible, so you can wear 

them comfortably either alone or 

under makeup. They’re also super 

quick and easy to apply once you get 

the hang of it. Designed for one-time 

use, simply apply a strip to your eyelid 

each morning before your regular 

skincare and makeup regimen and 

gently peel them off before bed. 

Lids By Design is shaping up to be 

the new non-surgical way to mask 

the appearance of sad and droopy 

eyes – perfect for everyday correction 

or to add the wow factor to special 

occasions. CBM 

WHERE 

TO GET IT 

Lids By Design is distributed 

in Australia by Bella Aesthetics. 

Visit www.bellaaesthetics.com.au 

to purchase online or call 

02 9398 2755. Lids By Design RRP 

$69.95 for 80 strips (40 days’ wear). 


Feature 

the 

skinny 

on 

fat 

reduction 


Feature 

The world of non-surgical body 

shaping is continually advancing. 

Here’s the skinny on some of the 

latest technology science has 

brought to the table. 

Words by AimÉe Rodrigues. 

ver the past couple of decades body contouring surgery has 

become one of the most popular cosmetic procedures. But not 

everyone needs or is willing to undergo surgery, anaesthesia 

and the like to remove excess fat and reshape the body. 

Some serious advancements in the field of fat 

reduction now offer non-surgical procedures that can 

achieve noticeable results with no downtime, no 

surgery and minimal (if any) discomfort. 

Most of these devices harness some form of energy – 

be it radiofrequency, ultrasound, freezing temperatures 

or hyperthermic laser – to break down underlying fat 

while leaving surrounding tissues unaffected. 

This type of procedure doesn’t require any anaesthesia 

and is performed in the clinic. There is normally zero 

downtime, only some mild discomfort and results are 

permanent if you maintain your weight. 

What’s the catch, you may be thinking? Well, that’s difficult 

to answer. The only real ‘negative’ is that it’s suited to people 

with small to localised fat deposits (think muffin top or some extra 

belly fat), not for larger scale fat reduction. 

All of these body contouring devices may have temporary side effects, 

such as swelling, redness or bruising around the treated area, which normally 

disappear after a week or so. Changes are gradual, as the body naturally 

metabolises the destroyed fat cells over the next several weeks. 

Although non-surgical body contouring devices offer an effective means for 

achieving a more streamlined body shape – commonly targeting treatment 

areas such as the abdomen and thighs – it’s worth remembering that no nonsurgical 

device can achieve the level of fat removal possible with liposuction. 

Here we look at the top-three trending fat-busting procedures in the 

Australian market. 


Feature 

1. 

Radiofrequency 

This non-surgical treatment uses 

radiofrequency (RF) energy to reduce 

pockets of fat. The energy is emitted via 

an applicator through the skin without 

damaging the outer layers, only targeting 

the underlying fat and tissues. 

The latest technology in this area 

is the enCurve by Lutronic, officially 

launched in Australia in September 

2016. It uses a special frequency 

(27.12MHz) to selectively target 

and heat fat cells to an optimal 

temperature, leading to the fat 

cells’ death. The body’s natural 

removal process then takes 

over, permanently removing the 

damaged cells. This results in 

a sleeker body contour in the 

treatment area. 

This is touted to be a more 

gentle and comfortable way to 

reduce fat cells, literally melting 

away fat rather than blasting it. 

The tummy, hips and thighs 

are most suited to RF body 

contouring treatments, and 

most people report only a slight 

warming sensation on their skin 

during treatment. 

Like other non-surgical body 

contouring devices, results can be 

observed after a single treatment, 

although a series of treatments 

is usually recommended for 

significant results. 

2. 

Laser 

Non-invasive fat reduction using 

hyperthernic laser is also new to the 

market. Launched in Australia in 

November 2015 by Cynosure, the 

innovative treatment, called 

SculpSure, is the first FDA-cleared 

laser treatment for non-invasive fat 

reduction of the flanks (love handles) 

and abdomen. 

It uses a 1060nm laser to target and 

destroy fat cells below the dermis. 

Multiple areas can be treated at 

once in just 25 minutes, and all skin 

types are suitable. The controlled 

hyperthermic laser induces fat cell 

injury by raising adipose temperature 

to a range of 42 to 47˚ C – the ideal 

temperature to eliminate fat cells, 

without damage to surrounding tissue. 

There is no downtime and minimal, 

if any, discomfort. Results can be seen 

around six weeks after treatment as 

the body naturally metabolises the 

destroyed fat. A series of treatments 

is typically recommended for 

optimum results. 

3. 

Cryolipolysis 

Cryolipolysis uses freezing 

temperatures to kill fat cells without 

traumatising the surrounding 

tissues or harming the skin. The 

two main contenders using this 

fat-freezing technology are Clatuu 

and CoolSculpting. 

During treatment, the area to be 

treated is suctioned into position by 

the device’s applicator head 

and then cold temperatures 

are directed to the fat cells 

under the skin, leaving the 

surrounding tissues intact. 

The “frozen fat” dies and 

is absorbed by your body 

over time. 

A gradual cooling sensation 

is felt, similar to placing the 

area in iced water, but this 

subsides as the body gets used 

to the change. The initial 

suction may be uncomfortable 

depending on the laxity of 

the skin, but any discomfort 

usually subsides about 10 

minutes into treatment. 

Post treatment, the target 

area feels stiff and cold, 

appearing squarish as if still 

moulded to the inside of the 

applicator. This can look 

strange immediately after 

the treatment, but it subsides 

after about 30 minutes as 

the skin and underlying 

tissues soften back to room 

temperature. CBM 


BEFORE 

AFTER 

• For wrinkles, scarring & stretch marks 

• Reusable 20 – 30 uses 

• Hypoallergenic // Non-transdermal 

• Treats ageing, sun damage & side sleeping creases 

• Worn while you sleep or during the day 

Chest Smoothing Kit 

Mouth Smoothing Kit 

Forehead & Eye Smoothing Kit 

Neck Smoothing Kit 

www.wrinklesschminkles.com 1300 620 122

the 

cool 

way to 

lose 

fat 


Body 

From love handles to double chins, 

here’s the technology to reduce unwanted 

fat with no surgery or downtime. 


by now you’ve probably heard 

about CoolSculpting, the 

in-clinic treatment that 

permanently destroys fat cells by 

literally freezing them to death. 

It’s just one of the many new 

non-surgical body contouring 

devices now available to us 

– and it’s been spreading like 

wildfire across the country, not 

least of all because once the fat 

cells have been destroyed, it’s 

permanent. (Yes, you heard 

that right.) 

The skin therapists at Skin Renu Laser & Skin 

Rejuvenation Clinic know a good thing when they see 

it. They’ve been using CoolSculpting at their clinic for 

more than a year now and have seen some impressive 

circumference-reducing results. 

“The demand for non-surgical body sculpting treatments 

is growing exponentially – for the right person it’s a great 

way to eliminate fatty deposits on areas such as the tummy, 

love handles and inner thighs in the space of a lunch 

break,” says Sylvia Down, practice manager at Skin Renu. 

“CoolSculpting is a clinically proven non-invasive body 

sculpting technology that uses freezing temperatures to 

target areas of the body which are reluctant to shift fat, 

resulting in smoother contours, a more sculpted body and a 

more proportionate physique.” 

During CoolSculpting treatment, the unwanted fat is 

sucked between two cooling plates. This vacuum-like 

suction draws the area into the applicator head so that the 

cool temperature is directly delivered to the underlying fat 

cells to kill them while keeping the skin unaffected. The 

destroyed fat cells are then naturally metabolised over the 

body over the ensuing weeks and months 

Though you may feel intense cold initially, this feeling 

usually subsides as the area numbs. You may also feel some 

pulling, tugging and mild pinching. 

CoolSculpting has recently released a new applicator 

head, the CoolAdvantage applicator, to increase direct 

contact with the area being treated and lower the 

temperature. This means treatment time is cut in half and 

now takes as little as 35 minutes. Treatment with the new 

CoolAdvantage has also shown a 45% increase in comfort 

levels, reducing the pulling and pinching sensation to next 

to nothing. 

CoolSculpting can be used to treat the tummy, love 

handles and flanks, to name a few. Fat reduction of 

between 20 and 25 percent in the treated areas is typical. 

Something of a breakthrough is the development of 

CoolSculpting to treat double chins. The CoolMini 

applicator has been specifically designed to target smaller 

areas of fat accumulation, such as a double chin. Up to 

20 percent fat reduction in the area can be achieved in 

one to two treatments. 

“Of all the devices and technologies I have seen as an 

aesthetic medical practice manager, nothing beats the 

CoolMini for double chin elimination,” says Down. 

For the body, generally two or three sessions are 

required, performed six to eight weeks apart, although 

some people see fantastic results after just one treatment. 

“CoolSculpting is an excellent option for the average 

modern-day person who is within the healthy weight range 

but has some problem areas that just won’t budge with 

diet or exercise alone,” says Down. 

The capabilities of medical science are never ending 

and it’s fascinating to think that, in as little as 35 minutes, 

the term ‘freezing your butt off’ can literally become 

reality. CBM 

WHERE 

TO GET IT 

Skin Renu Laser & 

Skin Rejuvenation Clinic 

Balmain, Sydney 

Ph 02 9555 9506 

www.skinrenu.com.au 


Body 

Get that bikini-body, 

INSTANTLY! 

DREADING TO BARE ALL THIS SUMMER? ENJOY AN INSTANT 

BODY BOOST WITH THE INTERNATIONAL BODY WRAP. 

WHERE 

TO GET IT 

Nicole’s Beauty Salon 

Double Bay, Sydney 

Call 0410 627 767 

www.nicolesbeautysalon.com.au 

Summer is here 

and while you 

might still be 

waiting for your 

beach bod to 

arrive, there’s 

a simple, quick 

and effective solution to shrink 

your waistline. 

With the International Body 

Wrap, you can enjoy the benefits 

of radiant, glowing skin and say 

goodbye to a guaranteed 15cm 

off your total body circumference. 

The best part? The treatment 

is free if you don’t drop the 

minimum 15cm. 

WHAT’S INVOLVED 

AND HOW DOES IT 

WORK? 

The International Body Wrap uses 

natural Dead Sea clay to cleanse 

and detoxify your body of impurities 

such as toxins and free radicals. So, 

while you’re detoxing your body, 

you’ll also be detoxing your skin. 

Your body will first be measured 

and marked up so that your exact 

centimetere loss can be calculated 

after the treatment. You will then 

be wrapped head to toe with 

bandages soaked in Dead Sea clay 

and a vinyl suit is worn for warmth 

and comfort. 

Historically known for its cleansing 

and detoxification qualities, the 

clay is used to draw toxins out of 

the body. As the clay particles 

become hydrated, they expand 

and are able to absorb many times 

their own weight in body toxins. 

After an hour, the wraps are 

removed to reveal softer, firmer 

and more toned skin. The skin tissue 

is also compressed and the soft 

fatty tissues are compacted, 

resulting in reduction of your 

body circumference. 

The solution acts as a magnet 

for many toxic elements present 

in the body such as free radicals. 

Like a giant poultice, it draws 

out toxins and impurities from 

your body while cleansing your 

skin to leave it feeling softer 

and smoother. 

The result? Your body is 

significantly smaller, trimmer 

and toned-looking, all without 

stepping on the treadmill. 

Your new, sexy shape should 

last at least 30 days – and up to 

12 months if you maintain a healthy 

lifestyle and lead a healthy lifestyle. 

Not only do you walk away with 

a new beach body but the wrap 

also helps to improve circulation, 

skin texture and does wonders for 

an all-over confidence boost. Where 

do we sign up?! CBM 


LOSE 15CM AND KEEP IT OFF! 

Nicole’s Beauty Salon offers only the very best treatments available, 

including the International Body Wrap which improves the appearance 

of cellulite, stretch marks and scar tissue and is guaranteed to take 15 

centimetres off your entire body size - or your money back! 

With highly trained aestheticians and stunning surroundings, any 

treatment you have at Nicole’s Beauty Salon will be a luxurious 

experience you’ll long for time and time again. 

02 9327 7728 

mobile 0410 627 767 

nicole@nicolesbeautysalon.com.au 

Shop 8, 401 - 407 New South Head Rd, 

Double Bay NSW 2028 

www.nicolesbeautysalon.com.au

Beauty 

The 

Skincare 

Edit 

These are the products that 

have made cult status; the 

essentials we find ourselves 

scraping, squeezing and tubecutting 

to get every last 

precious drop. Welcome to the 

cream of the crop! 


Beauty 

SISLEY 

Sisleÿa L’Integral Anti-Age, $550. A truly 

complete anti-ageing product that acts on 

the visible signs associated with the three 

dimensions of ageing: genetic, environmental 

and lifestyle. The results are spectacular for skin 

hydration and radiance which in turn help to 

improve wrinkles and skin laxity. 

Black Rose Precious Face Oil, $260. 

This luxurious silky smooth dry oil truly has to 

be experienced to be believed. With a high 

concentration of active ingredients, it helps 

restore comfort, suppleness and renewed 

vibrancy to dry or dehydrated skin. 

MEDIK8 

Hydr8 Day 360 Total Anti- 

Ageing Moisturiser SPF 30, 

$119. This multi-purpose 

SPF30 nourishing moisturiser 

is formulated with active 

ingredients to protect against 

sun damage and help reduce 

the appearance of fine lines 

and wrinkles. An everyday 

essential. 

C-Tetra Vitamin C 

Antioxidant Serum, 

$78.20. A professionalstrength 

pro-collagen 

Vitamin C serum four 

times more active than 

regular Vitamin C. It 

helps combat sundamaged 

skin and 

protect against future 

damage. (Also acts 

as a wonderful skin 

brightener!) 

OBAGI 

360 Retinol 0.5, $74.95. Part of 

the new Obagi360 System, this 

gentle encapsulated retinol is 

released over time, delivering the 

proven anti-ageing cell renewal 

benefits of retinol while reducing 

the appearance of flaking, redness 

and inflammation. 

360 Exfoliating Cleanser, $49.95. 

This cleanser polishes skin and 

cleans out the pores, helping fade 

signs of ageing such as brown 

spots, fine lines and wrinkles. The 

result is softer, smoother skin that 

appears youthful and radiant. 

ENVIRON 

Environ has long been 

considered a world 

leader in scientific 

skincare, and the 

award-winning brand’s 

Our Youth EssentiA 

Vita-Peptide Eye Gel, 

$107, takes eye care 

to the next level. The 

gel helps plump up the 

delicate skin around the 

eyes, helping to reduce 

the look of fine lines 

and rejuvenate the 

area in general. 


Beauty 

SYNERGIE SKIN 

DR. SPILLER 

Celltresor Intense Rebuilding Cream, 

$397. Supports the skin’s natural 

regeneration by acting on the cellular 

level to visibly improve skin volume 

and hydration. The skin is prompted to 

rebuild the dermis and the epidermis, 

thereby regaining elasticity and volume. 

ÜberZinc, $110. If there’s one product you use, make it 

this. The greatest defence against ageing is quality sun 

protection, and ÜberZinc has you covered. It’s made with 

20% zinc oxide that screens UVA/UVB rays, as well as 

antioxidant pure green tea extract. It’s invisible on the skin 

and luxuriously hydrating. Win/win! 

Super Serum, $149. This antiageing 

serum packed with powerful 

rejuvenating peptides and marine 

bioferments should be a skincare 

staple for anyone concerned with 

ageing skin. 

SKINCEUTICALS 

ASPECT DR 

Active C Serum, $124. Vitamin C 

is one of the essential all-rounders 

for healthy, clear skin and this 

supercharged Vitamin C serum 

fortified with extra antioxidants and 

peptides lives up to its promise for 

lightening and brightening 

the complexion. 

Phyto Corrective Masque, $85. 

This new offering from skincare 

giant Skinceuticals provides 

an immediate calming effect 

on sensitised skin. It contains 

concentrated botanical 

extracts and hyaluronic acid to 

intensively soothe and provide 

instant hydration. 


Beauty 

DERMALOGICA 

Phyto Replenish Oil, $120. Old 

faithful Dermalogica has a new 

kid on the block, this feather-light 

facial oil which helps to strengthen 

and restore the skin’s natural 

protective barrier, shield against 

environmental stressors, and lock 

in moisture for all-day dewy skin. 

DNA RENEWAL 

DNA Intensive Renewal, $157.50. 

Arguably the hero of the 

legendary DNA Renewal range, 

this serum targets the skin’s 

natural DNA repair processes to 

help counter damage caused by 

environmental stressors. 

DNA Intensive Renewal is 

enjoying cult status for its ability 

to make skin appear more 

youthful and glowing. 

RETRIDERM 

Retriderm Vitamin A Skin 

Serum 0.75% Plus, $105. 

These clinically proven 

Vitamin A serums 

(available in different 

0.5, 0.75 and 1% 

strengths) have a 

protein-rich, oil-free 

formula, making them 

unique amongst retinol 

products and allowing 

for maximum absorption 

with minimal irritation. 

Skin is noticeably 

smoother, thanks to the 

promotion of increased 

collagen, elastin 

and hyaluronic acid 

production in the skin. 

COSMEDIX 

Define, $116.60. This 

extraordinary exfoliating 

cream is a gentle at-home 

skin resurfacer using a 

complex of alpha hydroxy 

acids and retinol to gently 

exfoliate multiple layers of 

the skin and encourage cell 

renewal. 

Opti Crystal Eye Serum, 

$138.60. A good eye 

product is an important 

weapon in the fight against 

ageing. This impressive 

serum uses growth factors 

and alpha lipoic acid to 

diminish the look of lines 

and wrinkles. 


Skin 

on our radar 

The new skincare 

ingredient 

We look at a new skincare line that’s using 

dermal filler technology for a unique 

approach to skin hydration. 

It’s no secret that 

cosmeceuticals are major 

players in skincare – and 

for good reason. Bridging 

the gap between cosmetics 

and pharmaceutical-grade 

creams, they contain active 

ingredients that can affect 

real changes at a cellular level, helping to 

repair and protect the skin. 

The latest line-up is Teoxane 

Cosmeceuticals, a unique skincare system 

that combines luxury with science, and 

boasts a brand-new ingredient to the 

beauty world. 

It was specifically designed to protect 

and moisturise the skin after cosmetic 

procedures such as chemical peels, laser 

or microdermabrasion, but it goes much 

further than this – it nourishes the skin 

to further reduce the appearance of 

ageing for smoother, more radiant skin. 

Introducing a new 

skincare ingredient 

Whether you’ve just had a cosmetic 

rejuvenation procedure or simply want to 

maintain a youthful appearance, Teoxane 

products are clinically proven to help 

restore volume, hydrate the skin and 

reduce the common signs of ageing. 

Each product in Teoxane 

Cosmeceuticals is formulated with a new 

ingredient called resilient hyaluronic 


Skin 

acid (RHA), which works to create a 

moisture-rich protective barrier on the 

skin. This crossed-linked hyaluronic acid 

is also used in the Teoxane Laboratories’ 

dermal filler range, Teosyal. So basically 

using Teoxane Cosmeceuticals is a bit 

like a dermal filler in a bottle. 

Teoxane’s unique RHA builds a net 

that traps moisture, helping to prevent 

skin dehydration or trans-epidermal 

water loss. By working together, this 

“hydration net” keeps the skin healthy 

and promotes re-densification of the 

skin layers. 

This “mesh” permits the gradual 

release of active ingredients, allowing the 

skin to receive continuous nourishment 

over the course of the day or night. 

As it’s gradually absorbed, the 

RHA (in combination with a range of 

antioxidants, vitamins, minerals and 

amino acids) helps reduce fine lines and 

age spots, smooth skin tone and texture, 

and enhance volume. The results are 

softer, more radiant skin that looks and 

feels noticeably younger. 

Teoxane Cosmeceuticals also helps 

improve your skin’s ability to block 

environmental nasties with another key 

ingredient called NovHyal. It promotes 

the production of your body’s own 

essential building blocks of the skin and 

support structures, which is vital to your 

overall skin health. 

The key ingredients and hydrating 

factors make this a range to look out 

for – it has the potential to revolutionise 

the skincare market and become the new 

beauty protocol for glowing skin. CBM 

the 

teoxane 

line-up 

RHA MICELLAR SOLUTION 

Prep Cleansing Solution 

RHA SERUM 

Regenerative Skin 

Concentrate 

DEEP REPAIR BALM 

Ultra Comfort Soothing Balm 

ADVANCED FILLER 

Dermo-Restructuring Anti- 

Wrinkle Cream for Normal Skin 

ADVANCED FILLER 

Dermo-Restructuring Anti- 

Wrinkle Cream for Dry Skin 

POST PROCEDURE 

Soothing Aftercare Fluid 

R[II] EYES 

RHA Advanced Eye Contour 

Suitable for Sensitive Skin 

WHERE 

TO GET IT 

The Teoxane Cosmeceutical range 

is available in selected clinics or 

online at www.lookyounger.com.au 


You want the best possible results 

from your next procedure! 

Post procedure care is an important 

factor in achieving the best 

possible medical and aesthetic 

result and reduced downtime 

from resurfacing and rejuvenation 

procedures. 

Now there is a new breakthrough 

medical product available in 

Australia, specifically developed 

for use on sensitive skin areas 

immediately post rejuvenation 

procedures – Stratacel from Stratpharma 

Switzerland. 

Stratacel’s enhanced formula has 

been specifically developed for 

sensitive areas such as around the 

eyes, nose and lips. Stratacel has 

been developed to provide the best 

possible results on these skin areas 

when used immediately after the 

procedure. 

Stratacel will remain in full contact 

with the compromised skin even 

across skin folds and difficult to 

cover areas. 

When applied immediately post 

procedure, Stratacel speeds up the 

healing process, reduces the post 

inflammatory burning sensation and 

redness, relieves itching and discomfort, 

and soothes the treated skin. 

Stratacel contains no alcohol, parabens 

or fragrances. Stratacel is suitable 

for people with sensitive skin, 

and may be used during pregnancy 

and while breastfeeding. 

To achieve the best results, Stratacel 

should be applied once or twice 

daily to exposed areas of skin. Once 

dry it can be covered by sunscreen, 

cosmetics, make-up, pressure garments 

or casts. 

If a secondary dressing is required 

then it is not necessary to wait for 

Stratacel to dry before applying and 

you only need to re-apply when 

changing the secondary dressing. 

Ask your Clinician for Stratacel 

to ensure you obtain the best 

possible post procedure care and 

aesthetic result. 

Stratacel is a gel that forms a flexible, 

film forming wound dressing 

for the repair of damaged or compromised 

skin following dermal 

abrasion, laser resurfacing and 

chemical peels. 

When used as directed Stratacel 

dries to form a transparent and 

thin protective layer that is gas 

permeable and waterproof which 

hydrates and protects compromised 

skin areas and superficial wounds 

from chemical and microbial 

invasion. 

Once dry, Stratacel creates and 

maintains the optimal environment 

that enables the building blocks 

of new collagen and elastin. And 

because it forms a flexible film, 

Stratacel’s enhanced formula has been specifically 

developed for the use on sensitive skin areas like the 

periorbital region, nostrils and lips. On these skin areas 

it is particularly important to achieve a thin and even 

distribution of the dressing. At the same time the dressing 

has to be very resistant to the higher mechanical exposure 

of these skin areas. 

Stratacel’s occlusivity control and adhesive properties 

have been optimised to meet these requirements 

and to provide the best possible results on sensitive 

skin areas.

Laser resurfacing 1 

Treatment with Stratacel following fractional laser resurfacing. 

During treatment 

Day 7 

Complex corrective resurfacing 1 

Treatment with Stratacel following laser resurfacing. 

Before treatment 

During treatment 

Day 9 

The skin’s thickness varies according to anatomical site and age of the individual. The upper eyelid 

has the thinnest skin and it can be used as the denominator to calculate relative ratios of skin 

thicknesses with respect to other sites of the face. Using the upper eyelid average skin thickness, 

the nasal tip skin thickness is 3.3 times thicker and the brow/forehead is 2.8 times thicker. 2 

Thin skin is more sensitive therefore special attention is required for thin areas such as the 

periorbital area and areas close to the lips and nostrils. 

www.stratacel.com 1800 567 007 

Manufactured by: 

Stratpharma AG 

Centralbahnplatz 8 

CH-4051 Basel 

Switzerland 

Sponsor in Australia: 

A L Kerr Medical Pty Ltd 

174 Willoughby Road 

Crows Nest NSW 2065 

Tel: 1800 567 007 

Always read the label. Use only as directed. 

1. Data on file. Stratpharma AG 

2. Richard Y. Ha et al. Plast. Reconstr. Surg. 2005;115:1769–1773 

European Class IIa Medical Device 

FDA Listed/TGA approved 

Switzerland

Feature 

5 

ways your 

smile can 

make you 

look younger 


Feature 

We all know the effects that lines 

and wrinkles can have on our 

appearance, but did you know that 

your smile could be making you look 

older? Words by Erin Docherty. 


Feature 

Typically 

we attribute 

the signs of ageing 

to sun damage or 

just getting older. 

However, it’s rare that 

we consider our teeth 

to be a major player in 

how we’re ageing. 

Not only can your teeth affect your smile but they 

can also dramatically age your appearance, causing 

your entire face to appear tired, prematurely aged 

and even angry. 

“It’s been scientifically proven by tracking 

eye movement that the most common 

place people look when you’re talking 

to them are your eyes and mouth,” 

says cosmetic dentist Dr Neil Lutton 

from Macquarie Dental in Sydney. 

“Due to this, a bad smile can severely impact the 

assessment of your age. A new smile can knock years 

off your appearance.” 

As you get older, everyday wear and tear can take 

its toll on your teeth. The good news is the shape and 

colour of your teeth are problems that are easy to fix. 

We take a look at five ways your smile can make you 

look older and how you can fix it. 

1. 

Discoloured & 

stained teeth 

The number-one way that your teeth 

can make you look older is through 

discolouration and staining. 

As we age, our teeth naturally darken 

because of the colour they absorb from 

certain foods and drinks such as red wine, 

coffee and tea. 

“The very outer layer of the enamel is 

constantly dissolving and re-precipitating. 

As this process occurs, any staining 

elements in the mouth such as coffee, tea 

and red wine can become trapped in the 

tooth as it re-precipitates. This causes the 

tooth to become darker and darker as time 

progresses,” says Dr Lutton. 

No matter how well you take care of 

your teeth, stained or discoloured teeth are 

inevitable and they will not go back to a 

lighter colour on their own. 

How to fix it 

Just as the whites of your eyes suggest 

youthfulness and health, a shiny white set 

of teeth can make your face look a whole 

lot younger. 

The only way to reverse the staining 

and discolouring of your teeth is with a 

bleaching or whitening treatment. In-clinic 

whitening treatments will yield the best 

results, but at-home whitening kits can 

achieve a good colour change and are easy 

and cost effective to maintain. You can also 

use these at-home kits to maintain your 

professional treatment results. 

For dark grey or black stains, whitening 

may only do so much, and veneers, which 

physically cover up the stains and also act 

like a brand new set of teeth, may need to 

be considered. 


2. 

Crooked or 

crowded teeth 

Crowded or uneven teeth not only contribute to physical stress 

and strain on your teeth but can also make you look much older 

than you actually are. When your teeth don’t fit into place due to 

shifting, they can crowd your mouth, causing unwanted attention 

to visible imperfections such as chips, staining or discolouration. 

Even if you start out with perfectly straight teeth, something 

called medial drift can cause them to shift over time. 

Crooked or crowded teeth can make your smile look narrow, 

which is the opposite of what you want as a wider smile is seen as 

more attractive and youthful. Crowded teeth can also chip easily 

and are prone to receding gums, premature bone loss, tooth decay 

and exposed roots, which make them look long (ever heard the 

expression ‘long in the tooth’!?). 

Remember, you are never too old to straighten your teeth! 

Healthy teeth can be moved at any age and can take 10-15 

years off your appearance. 

How to fix it 

The most reliable and permanent way to straighten your teeth 

is with traditional braces, Invisalign or the newest alternative, 

Quick Straight Teeth. The latter is an innovative teeth 

straightening treatment that offers both invisible fixed and 

removable braces at an affordable price – and promises to fix 

crooked teeth in as little as six months. 

Quick 

Straight Teeth 

Quick Straight Teeth is one of Australia’s 

fastest growing brands and can align and 

straighten teeth in less than six months. 

The cutting-edge technology offers a range 

of orthodontic options to straighten teeth, 

including their virtually invisible braces. If 

fixed braces are not your thing, they also offer 

removable braces. Win/win! 

Another massive plus is that Quick Straight 

Teeth treatment is actually affordable, making 

a perfect smile within just about anybody’s 

reach. Check out quickstraightteeth.net for 

more information. 

3. 

Excess gum 

display 

You wouldn’t think of your gums as an age 

accelerator, but they certainly can be. A gummy 

smile, which can occur naturally or be a result 

of ageing, shows more of your gums than teeth. 

As a result, this can create a short, worn-down 

smile making you look older than you are. It can 

also affect the proportions of your lips, making 

them look thinner. 

How to fix it 

Excessive gum tissue can be trimmed away in a 

fairly quick and minimally invasive procedure 

called gingivectomy. This procedure usually 

takes around 15 minutes to an hour, where the 

gum line is reshaped using a scalpel or laser. 

The procedure will make your smile more 

attractive and importantly can also help keep 

gum disease at bay by helping you to clean more 

effectively around and between your teeth. In 

more severe cases surgery may be required, or 

an orthodontic option for teeth that are out 

of alignment. 


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4. 

Missing 

teeth 

While a missing tooth at the front 

of your smile can certainly make you 

look older, a fact that is less obvious 

is that even missing teeth in the 

back of your mouth can change 

your appearance. 

Missing teeth, no matter where 

they are located, affect the structure 

of the mouth. The primary issue is 

bone loss in the jaw, which is an 

inevitable consequence of leaving a 

toothless gap in the mouth. 

Since the teeth and jawbone 

provide support for the cheeks 

and lips, missing teeth and the 

results of bone erosion can cause 

some unwanted changes to your 

appearance. Over time, your lips and 

cheeks will collapse inwards due to 

the lack of facial support. This results 

in a saggy, wrinkled look that can add 

years to your appearance. 

How to fix it 

If you have missing teeth, dental 

implants can offer you a long-lasting 

solution to provide a structure that 

reflects that of the natural tooth. 

Dental implants replace the tooth 

root with an artificial root that is 

surgically placed into the upper or 

lower jawbone. Implants help protect 

against bone loss and the aged look 

it creates, and they feel and function 

just like natural teeth. 

5. 

Clenching 

and grinding 

While it’s not an easy habit to crack, 

teeth grinding and clenching is a 

problem for more than 50% of adults 

(according to RealSelf.com) and is a 

contributing factor to an ageing smile. 

Whether it’s due to stress, irregular 

sleeping patterns or nothing at 

all, this chronic grinding can wear 

down your upper and lower teeth 

and actually cause major changes in 

the structure of your jaw. This can 

make you look years older than you 

actually are due to a loss of youthful 

definition. Your bite can also be 

affected, causing a misalignment of 

the jaw as your chin projects forward, 

making the lower third of your face 

appear squished. 

“Grinding and clenching, or 

bruxism, will exacerbate the natural 

wear of the teeth. Therefore, if 

someone is 30 years old and a heavy 

grinder, 10-15 years can be added 

to their facial appearance due to 

extreme wear,” says Dr Lutton. 

How to fix it 

One of the few actions you can take 

on your own is to wear a night guard. 

While it will not get to the root of 

the cause, it will stop the teeth from 

excessive wear and can maintain the 

soft lines of the jaw by keeping the 

muscles from bring overworked. 

Often your teeth become so worn 

down by excessive grinding and 

clenching that they will need to be 

restored with crowns or veneers, 

which build up the length of your 

teeth. If your bite needs adjusting, 

orthodontics can reposition it. CBM 


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Tips to 

maintain 

your smile 

The number-one tip is great oral 

hygiene, which includes brushing 

flossing/interdental cleaning, and an 

effective mouthwash. 

Book regular appointments to visit your 

dentist and hygienist to keep your teeth 

clean and to avoid gum disease. 

Wear a night guard or occlusal splint to 

prevent nocturnal grinding (bruxism). 

This can also act like an orthodontic 

retainer, keeping the teeth in position 

and resisting unwanted tooth 

movements caused by age. 

Cut down on red wine, black coffee and 

highly coloured foods. 

No smoking! 

Use sunblock and a lip balm that has a 

high SPF to prevent sun damage, which 

will intensify and speed up the loss of 

elasticity in the lips. 


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Enhancement 

When 

surgery is 

your best 

option 

The non-surgical enhancement 

market has well and truly taken 

hold, but there are times when 

surgery is not just a last resort but a 

preferred option. Words by AimÉe Rodrigues. 

When it comes to fixing a crooked nose or lifting a severely sagging 

face, most times surgery is still your best bet. Surgery these days is a 

far cry from yesteryear – as techniques continue to evolve, procedures 

have become more and more customisable, leading to very natural-looking 

results and more manageable downtime. 

Today, there’s a wide range of cosmetic surgery options available to target 

specific areas of the face and body. Whether facial surgery (such as a facelift, 

neck lift and blepharoplasty) or body surgery (such as breast enhancement, 

liposuction and abdominoplasty), the modern approach to cosmetic surgery 

involves tailoring a procedure or combination of procedures to your individual 

requirements and goals. Here, we explore the most common procedures in 

facial surgery. 


Enhancement 

FACE LIFT 

First performed more than 100 years 

ago, surgical facelift techniques have 

continued to evolve and today can 

enhance virtually any part of the 

ageing face. Predominantly used to 

restore the contours of the face, a 

facelift, or rhytidectomy, can correct 

sagging, loose skin and reposition fat 

and tissues to add volume back to 

the face. 

Over time, the effects of gravity, 

sun damage and the stresses of 

everyday life appear on the face, 

altering the way people appear 

to the outside world. Deep lines 

may appear around the eyes 

and mouth, sagging skin may 

fall from the cheek, jawline 

and neck, and fat deposits that 

were once full and firm deplete, 

leaving hollow and sunken 

areas of the face. As people are 

living increasingly lengthy lives, 

a facelift is designed to address 

these age-related changes and 

help both men and women look 

as young as they feel inside. 

By repositioning both the 

skin and the layer of muscle and 

tissue beneath (known as the 

superficial musculoaponeurotic 

system, or SMAS), the modern 

approach to facelifting restores 

facial elements to a more 

desirable position to create a 

younger looking appearance 

while avoiding the tell-tale 

signs of surgery. 

The modern approach to facelifting 

predominantly addresses volume 

replacement and vectors of lift. The 

procedure also helps smooth lines and 

folds but it does not address overall 

skin texture, skin thickness, and may 

not improve wrinkling and creases 

around the nose and mouth. 

Facelifts can be divided into full, 

lower and mid-facelifts. Typically, a 

full facelift will begin with incisions 

made and concealed within the 

hairline. From here, the skin is 

separated from the muscles and tissue 

beneath, and the SMAS layer is 

then tightened in the mid and lower 

face, as well as the neck. The skin 

is then pulled back, reducing lines 

and wrinkles. Excess skin and fat is 

removed, and the incisions are closed. 

A lower facelift addresses the 

appearance of ageing features in the 

lower part of the face. Depending 

on the specific needs of the patient, 

a surgeon will use one of a number 

of different types of incisions. It is 

common for a single incision to be 

made within the hairline extending 

down around the perimeter of the ear 

and into the hairline on the back of 

the head. Through these incisions, 

the skin is lifted from the underlying 

tissue of the lower face, jaw line and 

neck to expose the muscle and fibrous 

tissue beneath. 

The SMAS is then repositioned to 

elevate and tighten the underlying 

facial structures to a more youthful 

and aesthetic position. 

Once the SMAS has been adjusted, 

the skin is repositioned, with any 

excess being removed. The incision 

is then closed with sutures. A lower 

facelift procedure typically takes 

three hours, depending on the extent 

of surgery. 

A mid-facelift is concerned with 

tightening the underlying tissues 

and elevating the fat pads to give 

improved shape and volume to the 

face. Although capable of restoring a 

firmer, younger-looking appearance, 

a mid-facelift cannot correct 

loose skin in the neck and 

jaw line. 

A mid-facelift can be 

performed using a variety of 

different incisions and surgical 

techniques. One approach is 

the endoscopic technique, 

whereby small incisions are 

usually made just above the 

hairline, above the ear or by the 

temple. Additional incisions 

are made inside the mouth over 

the cheekbone. With the aid 

of an endoscope, the surgeon 

can gently manipulate the 

facial tissues and fat pads 

and lift them to a more 

youthful position. 

This procedure takes around 

one and a half hours, depending 

on the extent of treatment. 

Recovery from modern 

facelifts is typically much 

less extensive and lengthy 

compared with facelifts of 

the past, with less swelling, 

bruising, pain and recovery time. 

There are also different procedures, 

such as mini-lifts, which use smaller 

and fewer incisions, offering less 

recovery and down time. 

Advances in surgical procedures 

and technology mean there 

are several different face lift 

techniques available today. They 

are designed to address your unique 

needs more specifically, helping 

to ensure optimal and naturallooking 

results. 


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BLEPHAROPLASTY 

From skin laxity to thinning and 

fat depletion and descent, ageing 

can take its toll on the eye region, 

resulting in delicate changes. 

With age, the muscle layer 

beneath the skin starts to lose 

its tone; the fat of the eyelid can 

protrude forward to cause a dark 

shadow; the cheeks begin to shrink, 

leaving a groove-like valley known as 

a tear trough; and the brows descend. 

The result is a tired-looking, 

aged appearance. 

The effects of ageing can also 

be exacerbated by sun exposure 

and smoke damage, both of which 

exacerbate crow’s feet and fine lines 

and wrinkles under the eyes. 

Eyelid surgery, or blepharoplasty, is 

a surgical procedure to improve the 

appearance of the upper and/or lower 

eyelids and refresh the appearance 

of the surrounding eye area. The 

approach to eyelid surgery will be 

individualised to each patient. Skin 

quality, ethnic features, as well as 

anatomical differences will dictate 

the ideal approach for each patient. 

Surgeons will typically consider the 

aesthetics and function of both the 

upper and lower eyelid, and consider 

whether altering one or both is the 

appropriate surgical approach. 

The incision for an upper lid 

blepharoplasty is in the lid crease and 

is made with either a scalpel or CO 2 

laser that seals the blood vessels as 

it incises. Skin, muscle and fat are 

removed to reduce hooding in the 

upper eyelid. 

Incisions for the lower lid 

blepharoplasty can be made either 

inside the eyelid or just below the 

lower lash line. Excess skin in the 

lower eyelids is removed through 

these incisions to correct under-eye 

bags or sagging. 

Results become apparent gradually, 

with swelling and bruising usually 

subsiding after around two weeks 

to reveal a smoother, better defined 

eye region and a more alert and 

rejuvenated appearance. Results 

typically last around seven to 

10 years. 

BROW LIFT 

The effects of gravity, sun damage 

and the natural ageing process all 

contribute to a gradual descent of 

the brow, giving a ‘heavy’ or ‘hooded’ 

look to the upper face, which can 

make a person appear angry, sad or 

older than their years. 

A brow lift raises the brow line 

by repositioning the muscles of the 

forehead, as well as rejuvenates the 

upper eye area, reducing heaviness 

and sagging over the eyelid and at the 

outer edges of the eye. 

Brow lift surgery can be performed 

using several different techniques, 

depending on the patient’s individual 

requirements and the surgeon’s 

preferred method. 

In endoscopic brow lifts, small 

incisions are made in the hairline, 

allowing the tissue and muscle 

beneath the skin to be repositioned 

or removed, correcting visible creases 

and furrows in the forehead. Swelling 

and bruising normally subside after 

two to six weeks. 

An alternative technique is the 

coronal brow lift. The coronal brow 

lift targets specific areas of the brow 

to correct. The procedure involves 

an incision in the hairline from 

ear to ear, lifting the forehead and 

removing excess skin from the scalp. 

Recovery time is longer than with the 

endoscopic lift. 

A brow lift is often combined with 

a facelift or blepharoplasty to provide 

a harmonious rejuvenation. 

RHINOPLASTY 

Rhinoplasty is one of the most 

popular cosmetic surgery procedures. 

It can either build up or reduce the 

nose to improve its appearance and 

to balance it with the other facial 

features. Nasal surgery can also 

correct impaired breathing caused by 

structural abnormalities. 

It is performed either using a closed 

procedure, where incisions are hidden 

inside the nose, or an open procedure, 

where an incision is made across the 

columella, the narrow strip of tissue 

that separates the nostrils. 

Swelling and bruising usually 

subside after 10 days. Results are 

permanent and it may take up to a 

year for the new nose to fully refine. 

NECK LIFT 

Performed in conjunction with a 

facelift or as a standalone procedure, a 

neck lift is designed to correct excess 

skin and fatty tissue of the neck (the 

so-called ‘turkey neck’), platysmal 

bands which run from beneath the 

chin to the lower neck, as well as a 

poorly defined chin/neck angle and 

jaw line. 

The type of surgical technique used 

for a neck lift procedure depends on 

several factors, such as the degree 

of skin excess and laxity and the 

presence of fatty tissue. Liposuction 

of the chin and/or neck area may 

also be required to remove excess 

fatty deposits and help create a more 

defined chin/neck angle and jaw line. 

Recently there have been 

advancements in correcting an aged 

neck through less invasive means, 

offering less downtime. 

Choosing a surgeon is one of 

the most important decisions. His 

or her experience, training and 

artistic eye will all impact the 

results. Take the time to understand 

the risks, limitations and possible 

complications as well as set realistic 

expectations prior to surgery to help 

the chances of achieving optimal 

outcomes and being happy with your 

new and improved look. CBM 


The 

light 

brigade 


Enhancement 

There’s a growing number of IPL 

and laser devices on the market, but 

what’s the difference? 


The healing properties of light have 

been recognised for thousands of 

years. The Greeks and Romans both 

understood that sunlight could play 

some remedial role – although there 

was little understanding of why. 

As early as 1903 scientists realised 

light could be used for therapeutic 

treatment. The same year Danish 

physician Niels Finsen Ryberg was 

awarded the Nobel Prize for his work 

on light therapy, which eventuated 

with a machine that emitted similar 

wavelengths to the sun. 

In 1917, Albert Einstein theorised on the stimulated emission of radiation, 

or what we commonly refer to as lasers. Today lasers are used in a multitude 

of products and systems from DVD players to barcode scanners. 

Laser is an acronym for Light Amplification for the Stimulated Emission 

of Radiation and is used in the beauty industry for an array of treatments 

ranging from the correction of skin irregularities, pigmentation and wrinkles 

to hair reduction. 

In a similar timeline, Nikola Tesla first conceived the idea of intense pulsed 

light (IPL) in the early 1900s and presented his idea to the American Army. 

He believed that light energy could be launched to intercept a flying object, 

instantly vapourising it. However, it was not until a group of Jewish Russian 

physicists, after migrating to Israel, implemented the idea of using intense 

pulsed light in medicine, paving the way for IPL treatments. 

Pulsed-light machines and lasers basically work in the same way. Put simply, 

a wavelength is selected that is readily absorbed by the target tissue. Both aim 

to heat the target to a temperature high enough to destroy it without damaging 

the adjacent normal tissue. 

The difference between the two is that a laser emits a single frequency of 

light that is coherent. This means that all the lightwaves are travelling in the 

same direction, allowing the target tissue to absorb the maximum amount of 

heat. The target tissue is all-important when treating skin problems with a laser. 

The target tissue for pigmentation is melanin, for spider veins it is blood and 

for wrinkles water. Each of these target tissues absorbs a different wavelength of 

light, meaning a different laser is needed for each specific problem. 


Enhancement 

IPL 

is most 

commonly 

used for: 

‘ 

Lasers tend to be very specific 

to the conditions they treat, 

whereas IPL devices are more 

generalist in their offering 

’ 

Superficial pigmentation, such 

as age spots and sun spots 

Lightening and reducing 

redness, rosacea and spider 

veins 

Overall skin rejuvenation 

for mild to moderate sundamaged 

skin 

Hair removal 

Unlike lasers, IPL devices produce a broad spectrum of light in a range 

of wavelengths. While IPL can be used for many different types of skin 

concerns, such as pigmentation and sun damage, it is not specifically 

designed to treat any of these conditions. 

In other words, lasers tend to be very specific to the conditions they treat, 

whereas IPL devices are more generalist in their offering. 

Intense pulsed light uses light wavelengths that target either melanin or 

haemoglobin in the skin. It can be used to permanently reduce unwanted 

hair growth, fade brown spots and cauterise enlarged or broken capillaries 

and port wine stain birthmarks. Some treatments have been developed 

specifically to treat rosacea. 

IPL treatment cannot typically address extensive sun damage and skin 

discolourations but it can reduce surfaced capillaries and brown spots, 

as well as help revitalise and even out the overall complexion. 

Laser therapies also work by targeting tissue and can be used for a 

number of treatments, including pigmentation, scarring, unwanted 

hair, spider veins, sun-damaged skin, wrinkle reduction and overall 

complexion rejuvenation. 

The advent of fractionated laser some 10 years ago, where microscopic 

columns of skin are treated while surrounding skin is left intact, has made it 

possible to achieve results comparable to traditional CO 2 

laser resurfacing 

(which can basically take 10 years off your appearance) with fewer side 

effects and significantly less downtime. 

Fractional laser technologies break up light beams to allow columns of 

untreated tissue to activate healing mechanisms beneath the skin’s surface, 

treating skin conditions ranging from scars and birthmarks to wrinkles. 

These lasers work by creating microscopic thermal injuries that trigger 

collagen production, stimulating cell renewal and plumping out the tissues. 

In other words, the laser works by creating tiny holes, or ‘dots’, in the skin’s 

surface, penetrating deep into the dermis which triggers the body’s natural 

healing responses. It leaves the skin around each dot intact, enabling the 

surrounding tissue to heal these microscopic thermal injuries by stimulating 

the production of new collagen. 

The anti-ageing benefits of fractional laser technology include improving 

evenness of skin tone and texture, reducing pore size and the appearance of 

lines and wrinkles, and helping to reverse the effects of sun damage. A more 


Laser 

is most 

commonly 

used for: 

Pigmentation, including 

melasma 

Tattoo removal 

Acne and surgical scars 

Improving skin texture, pore 

size and skin firmness 

Rosacea and broken capillaries, 

port wine birthmarks 

Wrinkles 

Hair removal 

mild treatment may take several sessions, while one procedure is usually 

sufficient for a more aggressive treatment. 

Another difference between laser and IPL the size of the area that can 

be treated in one session. Generally IPL treatment heads are up to eight 

times larger than the small spot size produced by lasers, so treatments are 

quicker but not as targeted as laser and typically require more treatments. 

In terms of safety, the two types are similar, but with lasers both the 

practitioner and the patient need to use eye protection, and treatment 

needs to occur in an area where people can’t wander in and be exposed 

to the light. Although light from IPL systems may be unpleasant, it’s not 

harmful or dangerous to the eyes. Generally speaking, lasers tend to be 

safer for darker skin types, whereas IPLs are typically not suited for darker 

skin types or tanned skin. 

When it comes to choosing between laser and IPL, it’s important to keep 

in mind that what works best for one person isn’t necessarily what works 

best for the next. An experienced practitioner will advise you what is 

most suited to your specific needs, and should have a variety of treatment 

options to select from (including both IPL and laser devices). 

Another point worth being aware of is that IPL systems are available 

in different strengths and vary in how high the energies can be set. Many 

of the IPLs in the non-medical marketplace are not capable of reaching 

energies necessary to treat certain conditions adequately and may even 

lead to burns and other avoidable complications, so always ensure you are 

in the hands of an experienced and accredited practitioner in a medicalbased 

clinic. 

Results of light-based therapies vary, depending on the technique and 

experience of the practitioner and the individual patient. Patients should 

always ask their practitioner how new the laser or IPL machine is and 

when it was purchased. Recent models are far superior to earlier ones in 

terms of achieving predictable and precise results. CBM 


The new treatment for firmer, tighter, 

beautiful 

skin 

If you want to turn back the clock on ageing or help 

it to tick a little slower, Fractora is the new way to 

rejuvenate skin. Words by Erin Docherty. 


E nhancement 

ant a little ‘lift’ but don’t want a procedure where you need to go into hiding for weeks? You can now 

enjoy smoother, tighter, firmer skin on the face and body without the surgery or downtime. 

Fractora is a non-invasive treatment for quick and effective skin rejuvenation. With the ability 

to treat sagging skin, wrinkles, acne scars, pigmentation, skin texture improvement and overall 

rejuvenation, Fractora is becoming known as the “all-rounder” treatment. 

Fractora skin treatment is a fractional resurfacing treatment that restores skin to a more youthful appearance by 

boosting the skin’s collagen and elastin levels. 

Melbourne cosmetic surgeon Dr David Topchian says the idea that one device can be used for a number of skin 

concerns is very appealing. “As well, because it’s not a laser, Fractora can be considered for people with more pigmented 

skin types, which is a real plus. The icing on the cake is that the system can also be used for skin tightening and fat 

reduction on the body,” he says. 

What can Fractora 

treat? 

Fractora can treat a broad range of 

aesthetic skin concerns on the face, 

neck and body. 

As well as general facial 

rejuvenation and wrinkle reduction, 

treatment can also target tightening 

of skin around the jawline, neck, 

under the eyes, and on the cheeks 

and forehead. Fractora also improves 

skin texture and clarity. 

We’ve been told that while it’s 

most commonly used on the face and 

neck, the arms, stomach and even 

legs can benefit from treatment, for 

tissue contraction and toning. 

How does it work? 

Fractora delivers radiofrequency (RF) 

energy into the skin through an array 

of tiny ‘pins’ to create localised heat 

and micro-injuries in the treatment 

area. This unique combination of 

fractional resurfacing and dermal 

microneedling is thought to be 

more effective than traditional laser 

resurfacing devices. 

The heating of the skin promotes 

collagen restructuring, improving 

the appearance, texture and clarity 

of the skin. 

Fractora is an extremely versatile 

treatment and can heat the skin 

at different levels to target these 

various skin concerns. That means 

that results can be customised and 

the treatment matched to your own 

acceptable downtime. 

What does the 

treatment involve? 

A handheld device is placed on 

the treatment area, and small pins 

create tiny punctures in your skin, 

sending heat below the surface 

to promote collagen production. 

Treatments usually take around 

30 minutes and numbing cream 

is usually applied to minimise 

any discomfort. 

Downtime is minimal, but you 

can expect to see micro lesions a 

few days after treatment and slight 

redness for up to one week. 

Typically three treatments are 

recommended to observe optimal 

skin rejuvenation results, with 

treatment intervals usually at every 

five to six weeks. 

Dr Topchian says his patients 

have been satisfied with the overall 

appearance and health of their skin 

after just one Fractora treatment, 

including noticeable results in 

rejuvenation and tightening. 

“Patients will see a subtle 

rejuvenated effect which continues 

to improve over a few months. Lines 

soften, pigmentation improves and 

the general texture of the skin is 

improved,” he says. 

Visible results can be seen 

immediately, but typically after 

two weeks the most noticeable 

results appear. Improvements to 

texture and appearance in skin tone 

continue up to three months after the 

treatment. Deep lines are softened 

and acne troughs are smoothed out 

with every treatment, improving 

and strengthening skin health. 

Pigmentation and tone, wrinkles 

and some other textural issues may 

dramatically improve after a single 

treatment. CBM 

WHERE 

TO GET IT 

To find a practitioner near you, visit 

www.likeyourlook.com.au 


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BEAUTIFY 

YOUR SKIN 

IN ONE 

TREATMENT 

WITH 

PEARL 


S kin 

GET RID OF DEEP WRINKLES, SUN DAMAGE, AND 

NIGGLING IMPERFECTIONS IN JUST ONE TREATMENT WITH PEARL 

– THE NEW WAY TO REJUVENATE SKIN. 

From acne scarring and sun 

damage, to unwanted scars 

and wrinkles, the appearance 

of your skin can have a big impact on 

your confidence and self-esteem. 

Where it was once a challenge to 

treat these common skin problems, 

PEARL offers a unique advancement 

in technology, delivering maximum 

single treatment results for the 

skin with superior comfort and 

minimal downtime. 

WHAT IS PEARL? 

Distributed in Australia by Cutera, 

PEARL is an ablative laser designed 

to improve imperfections due to 

ageing and sun damage. It uses 

an exclusive YSGG wavelength 

technology (2790nm) to maximise 

results and safety while minimising 

downtime, all in a single treatment. 

PEARL works by using laser pulses 

to create tiny holes deep in the skin. 

It selectively and precisely removes 

the surface of the skin’s layers without 

damaging the surrounding skin. 

The process removes sun-damaged 

tissue and stimulates the growth 

of healthy, new skin, full of fresh 

collagen. This plumps the skin from 

below, repairing photo damage and 

other skin imperfections. 

wrinkles, poor skin texture, large 

pores, unwanted scars and skin 

blemishes such as age spots. Perfect 

for the treatment of wrinkles, PEARL 

works especially well on fine lines and 

blotches. In terms of deeper wrinkles, 

you can expect them to soften and 

look much less obvious. 

WHAT TO EXPECT 

The treatment generally lasts for 

around 30 minutes, making it a great 

lunchtime procedure. 

Before treatment the doctor will 

apply a topical numbing cream to 

help with any discomfort. Most 

patients describe the sensation 

as a series of fast, hot pinches. A 

comparative study to similar devices 

demonstrated that PEARL was a 

more comfortable treatment. 

After the procedure, you can 

expect some temporary swelling 

and slight redness. The good news? 

You can return to regular activities 

immediately following the treatment. 

In terms of results, you can expect 

to see an improvement one week after 

treatment, and maximum results are 

seen over a six-month period. 

With minimal downtime and 

visible results, PEARL is the perfect 

treatment if you are looking to tackle 

deep-set imperfections and tired/ 

weathered skin in one-treatment 

session. CDM 

WHERE 

TO GET IT 

Interested in a treatment? Visit 

www.cutera.com.au/patients to find a 

Cutera treatment provider in your area. 

WHAT CAN IT TREAT? 

PEARL can be used to treat a variety 

of common skin concerns. It can be 

used to treat the entire face, including 

the delicate eye area and around the 

mouth. These are the niggling areas 

that often show the first signs of 

ageing, and can be difficult to treat. 

PEARL delivers unbeatable results 

in sun damaged skin, acne scarring, 

BEFORE 

BEFORE 

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1. 

Christmas 

GIFT 

GUIDE 

GLAMOROUS GIFTABLES 

GUARANTEED TO DELIGHT 

THE SPECIAL PEOPLE IN 

YOUR LIFE – EVEN THE 

OFFICE KRIS KRINGLE. FROM 

SCENTED CANDLES AND 

LUXURY HAND CREAMS TO 

CUTE BEAUTY AND HAIR 

CARE PACKS, WE’VE GOT 

YOU SORTED! 

3. 


4. 

1. CIRCA HOME Grapefruit 

& Juniper Fragrance Diffuser, 

$42.95. We cannot get 

enough of the uplifting scent 

of grapefruit and juniper 

berries combined with earthy 

vetiver and a hint of ginger. 

5. 

2. CLARINS Luscious Lips 

Collection, $45. Get your 

hands on this cult classic 

– a Joli Rouge Lipstick 

accompanied by two different 

shades of the soft-textured 

Instant Light Natural Lip 

Perfector and Instant Light Lip 

Comfort Oil for the ultimate in 

shiny, smooth, hydrated lips. 

3. LA PRAIRIE Anti-Aging 

Eye & Lip Perfection À Porter, 

$210. Housed in a gorgeous 

leather white case, the silver 

compact contains a separate 

eye cream-gel and a lip balm. 

Working together to fill in the 

appearance of fine lines and 

wrinkles, while restoring and 

hydrating the lips, this is the 

perfect gift for a special lady. 

4. NUXE Christmas Bon Bon, 

$19.99. Christmas is nothing 

without a good cracker! Give 

the gift of good skin with this 

festive bon bon from NUXE 

featuring mini-sized Dry Oil 

and Hand & Nail Cream. 

6. 

5. CIRCA HOME Grapefruit & 

Juniper Scented Soy Candle, 

$32.95. This invigorating yet 

mellow scent transports us 

straight to a breezy Australian 

summer shared with family 

and friends. 

6. BENEFIT COSMETICS 

Dolly Darling Kit, $78. There’s 

so much to adore in this 

makeup gift set! Featuring 

iconic Benefit products for 

flirty curled lashes, full brows 

and a POREfectly bronzed 

complexion, all in a cute 

collectable doll-head tin! 


7. 

7. REVLON Holiday 

Romance Kit, $49.95. 

All the staple getaway 

makeup goodies, including 

mascara, eye shadow, 

bronzer, lipgloss and nail 

polish in a handy (and 

cute!) vanity pack. 

8. 

8. MOR Sparkle Gift Box 

Set, $29.95. This oh-so 

pretty gift box houses 

a trio of little luxuries 

containing the sparkling 

sweet scent of Lychee 

Flower: Hand Cream, 

Soapette and Perfume Oil. 

9. 

10. 

9. GLASSHOUSE 

Fragrances Christmas 

Cheer Candle Passionfruit 

and Lemon Myrtle, $44.95. 

Like pavlova on Christmas 

Day, add a touch of zesty 

sweetness to your festive 

celebrations with notes of 

passionfruit, vanilla and 

native lemon myrtle. 

10. KOSMEA Rose 

Collection, $34.95. 

Featuring Rose Body 

Lotion and Hydrating 

Rosewater Mist, this 

luxurious pack is a 

wonderful gift for that 

special someone. 

11. 

11. L’OCCITANE 

Arlésienne Eau de Toilette, 

$73. This feminine floral 

fusion is full of softness 

and warmth; the subtle 

bouquet of rose, violet and 

saffron reminisce warm 

summer evenings. Team 

it with the Beauty Milk, 

$40, Shower Gel, $29 and 

Perfumed Soap, $6. 


The instant 

eyelid lift 

sweeping 

America is 

now available 

in Australia 

• Dermatologist Tested • Medical Grade • Hypoallergenic • Latex Free 

LIDS BY DESIGN ® is a non-surgical 

correcting strip, available in different sizes, 

to instantly lift eyelids and widen eyes, hiding 

the excess skin in the natural fold of the lid. 

Virtually invisible, quick and easy to apply, they 

last all day and makeup can be applied over 

the top. They are ideal for: 

• Loose sagging skin hanging over lashes 

• Asymmetrical lids 

• Excess skin covering the natural fold of the lid 

• Enlarging the appearance of the eyes 

Before 

After 

To purchase or to become a stockist: 

visit bellaaesthetics.com.au 

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12. 

12. BHAVE Moisture Surge, 

$99.95. We are falling hair over 

heels for this pamper pack, 

which has everything you need 

for beautiful, moisturised, 

head-turning hair. Plus, it comes 

with a super cute metallic gold 

clutch bag! 

13. 

13. MEDIK8 Limited Edition 

Ultimate Radiance Kit, $102.90. 

A perfect cosmeceuticals 

starter kit to affect real change 

in the skin for radiant skin. It 

helps with dull, devitalised 

complexions to help make even 

the most tired-looking skin glow. 

Ultimate Radiance Kit includes 

C-Tetra Cream, Hydr8 Day 360 

Moisturiser SPF15, Glow Oil and 

gentleCleanse. 

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15. 

14. JURLIQUE Give Nature 

Bring Joy Limited Edition Rose 

Body Oil, $88. Each year Jurlique 

releases a Limited Edition Body 

Oil to celebrate the season – this 

deluxe edition of its best-selling 

Rose Body Oil makes the perfect 

pressie. 

15. NUXE Love from Paris’ 

Parfum Christmas Coffret, $69.99. 

Express your love for someone 

with this Christmas collection. 

Includes the inimitable scent 

of Nuxe’s Prodigieux Parfum 

and matching candle for a little 

luxury at home. 

16. 

16. SYNERGIE SKIN The 

Ultimate Body Gift Pack, $75. 

Synergie Skin has released 

a limited edition gift pack, 

encompassing their ‘clean 

science’ philosophy. Australian 

made and owned, these 

exclusive body care products are 

formulated to pristinely nourish 

your skin. Presented in a stylish 

black gift box, and with a unique 

Japanese Konjac sponge, this 

makes the ideal Christmas gift 

for friends and family. 


Beauty 

17. SUKIN Super Greens 

Facial, $24.95. Spread the love 

with this superfood smoothie 

of skincare actives! Featuring 

kale, spirulina, parsley and 

chlorella combined with 

acai, goji and many more, 

for a glowing and radiant 

complexion. 

17. 

18. JURLIQUE Gifts of Nature 

Purely Age Defying Favourites, 

$199. This beautifully boxed 

set is ready to sit under your 

Christmas tree. Gifts of Nature 

includes everything you need 

to target lines and wrinkles: 

Intense Recovery Mask, Purely 

Age Defying Firming and 

Tightening Serum and Purely 

Age Defying Ultra Firm and Lift 

Cream. 

18. 

19. THALGO No. 5 Hyaluronic 

Set, $119. Thalgo has a 

beautiful range of packs, each 

with a different skincare story. 

The Hyaluronic story reveals 

the secrets to smoothing 

and filling deeper expression 

lines and noticeable wrinkles. 

Containing an anti-wrinkle 

concentrate, plumping 

moisturising creme and a 

firming mask, for targeted 

anti-ageing to reveal visibly 

younger looking skin. 

19. 

20. BENEFIT O’ Clock 

Rock Kit, $75. Make gifting 

a breeze with these 12 mini 

bestsellers. We are obsessed 

with this limited-edition advent 

calender, which plays an 

original “Bene-song” when a 

new window is opened. The 

gift that keeps on giving! 

20. 


21. 

21. Moroccanoil Extra Volume 

Pack, $79.95. Have the power to 

transform someone’s hair from 

lifeless to lively with this volumising 

pack from Moroccanoil. With those 

scorching summer days ahead, 

this pack is a must-have weapon to 

protect hair and restore its health 

and appearance. 

22. 

22. Charlotte Tilbury 

Legendary Party Eyes Bauble, $42. 

We are going nuts over this totally 

cute Christmas bauble! And what’s 

more, the products inside. Get 

ready for show-stealing eyes this 

party season, with the mini Rock 

‘N’ Kohl in Bedroom Black and a 

mini Legendary Mascara for quickand-easy 

mesmerising eyes to 

hypnotise, all season long! 

23. 

23. Asap Christmas Super Serum 

packs in 4 varieties, $99 each. Gift 

someone special a more beautiful 

complexion with asap super duo 

serums. The building blocks to 

beautiful skin, these colourful, 

vibrant little boxes are not only cute 

as heck but they also contain two 

serums for a great price. Have one 

for home and one for travel. 

24. 

24. KOSMEA Miracle Duo 

Collection, $44.95. This fresh 

release features the award-winning 

certified organic Rose Hip Oil 

and super hydrating Replenishing 

Moisture Cream. The all-natural 

skincare duo works in synergy to 

keep skin looking and feeling its 

best. Maybe we’ll just keep it for 

ourselves! 

25. 

25. Evo Fabuloso Hairmuda 

Triangle Platinum Blonde, $72.90. 

Calling all blonde bombshells! 

This colourful, gorgeous cylinder is 

full of innovation and individuality, 

providing everything you need for 

fresh, radiant colour and shine. 


JOSEPH 

MOURAD 

Hair & Beauty 

AWARD 

WINNING 

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EXTENSION 

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Joseph Mourad’s 

styling, colour and 

hair extension 

techniques are 

sought the world 

over, with celebrity 

clients including 

singer and host 

Mel B and Grammywinning 

recording 

artist Mya. 

COMPETITIVE 

PRICES 

475 New South Head Rd Double Bay Sydney 

02 9328 2277 

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EGrowing out short hair 

and in that awkward 

in-between phase? Or 

just after a thicker, sexier 

style? Hair extensions are your 

golden ticket to a good hair day, 

every day. 

In a matter of hours, hair 

extensions allow you to have long, 

thick hair. In the right hands, they 

are virtually undetectable, can 

be worn up or down and can last 

months on end, even up to a year. 

Transform your look and go from drab to fab 

with the latest hair extensions. 

Invest in the best 

Joseph Mourad, from his renowned 

salon in Double Bay, Sydney, is the 

godfather of hair extensions. The 

go-to hair professional is well known 

for his seamless results and for using 

the best quality human hair. 

His hair extension methods are 

highly coveted world wide – and 

his celebrity clientele includes 

entertainer Mel B and Grammy 

award-winning recording artist 

Mya. His secret? It’s all in the 

technique: the innovative ultrasonic 

cold fusion technique. 

What does it 

involve? 

The cold fusion method uses 

ultrasound technology to attach 

the hair extension to your natural 

all about 

extensions 

hair close to the roots. The result is 

natural-looking hair extensions that 

are virtually non-detectable. 

“Hair extensions are about giving 

people beautiful and strong hair,” 

says Mourad. “Extensions provide 

volume, length and manageability – 

and make getting ready for a 

night out or special occasion 

so much easier. They’re also 

surprisingly affordable.” 

The ultrasonic cold fusion 

technique allows for multi-strand 

bonding, making the whole process 

efficient and gentle on the hair. It 

bonds clinical keratin with keratin 

found in the hair shaft. 

“The technology is so advanced 

and the bonding so seamless,” says 

Mourad. “It achieves impeccable 

results and the extensions can be 

completely undetectable to the 

eye. And, because there is no use 

of heat, glue or clips to bond the 

extensions, the your natural hair is 

not compromised or damaged.” 

When applying the extensions, 

emphasis is placed on properly 

blending colour and thickness with 

the natural hair. Attached strand 

by strand, the extensions can be 

attached to long, short, straight 

or wavy hair as long as the natural 

length is more than 2cm. 

Each strand has about 20 hairs 

in it and a full head can take from 

100 to 300 strands, depending on 

the required thickness. In just a 

few hours, hair is transformed from 

short, thin strands to thick, long 

locks. “It can completely transform 

your look,” says Mourad. 

Results that last 

Depending on how you care for 

them, extensions can last up to 

12 months. 

Once attached, they should be 

treated the same way as you would 

natural hair. “It’s important to be 

particularly careful when combing 

and blow-drying your hair. However, 

hair extensions can be cut and 

coloured just like your natural hair,” 

says Mourad. 

Say hello to a more glam you and 

enjoy the benefits of fuller, longer, 

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WHERE TO GET IT 

Joseph Mourad Hair & Beauty 

Double Bay, Sydney 

Call 02 9328 2277 

www.josephmourad.com.au 


Enhancement 


Ed’s 

Faves 

Tried, tested and celebrated, 

we take major note of the 

beauty heroes that give superior 

results. Check ‘em out. 

1. 

Sisley Paris Phyto- 

Sourcils Perfect Eyebrow 

Pencil in Cappuccino, $65. 

Brow down with the ultimate 

eyebrow pencil to highlight, 

correct or modify the 

eyebrow’s natural shape. It’s 

enriched in provitamin B5, 

acacia and carnauba waxes, 

and is gentle on the fine, 

sensitive skin in the brow 

area. #1 

Sisley Paris Phyto-Touche 

Sun Glow Bronzing Gel 

Powder, $120. Nothing 

is better than a flawless, 

glowing complexion and our 

secret weapon is this all-over 

gel-powder. Suitable for all 

skin tones, the formula offers 

a transparent, silky ultranatural 

result. #2 

Lancôme L’Absolu Rouge, 

$50. Our favourite thing 

about this amazing lipstick 

is that it won’t feather, flake 

or fade, so your pout will 

always look picture-perfect. 

Infused with moistureboosting 

patented Pro- 

Xylane, lips are replenished, 

soft and comfortable for up 

to eight hours. #3 

2. 

3. 

Sisley Paris Double 

Tenseur Instant & Long- 

Term, $220. This product has 

only just been released but 

it’s already become a firm 

favourite of ours. It delivers 

an immediate lifting and 

smoothing effect, while 

strengthening the skin’s 

dermal structure. #4 


Beauty 

4. 

5. 

6. 

DESIGNER BRANDS Longwear 

24-Hour Foundation, $14.99. Searching for 

a foundation that goes the distance without 

breaking the bank? Search no more! This 

long-wearing foundation boasts a full, 

smudge-proof coverage without looking 

cakey or feeling heavy. #5 

OXYGENETIX Oxygenating Foundation, 

$85. Ideal for acne, rosacea and postprocedure 

skin, Oxygenetix Breathable 

Foundation is full of skin-loving ingredients 

that stimulate skin cell production and 

diminish redness. Light and breathable, it 

feels like a second skin! #6 

7. 

LANCÔME Cushion Blush Subtil, $60. 

We are in love with this cushion blush 

from Lancôme! The healthy glow booster 

features a smooth, light and melt away 

texture that gives dazzling radiance to the 

face, while its pop of pigments really set off 

the cheekbones. #7 

JANE IREDALE Pommisst Hydration Spray, 

$49. Delivering a boost of antioxidants to 

hydrate, condition and protect the skin, 

this limited edition hydration spray is your 

essential summer buddy. With one little 

spritz, the clean scent soothes and uplifts 

the complexion. #8 

JANE IREDALE HandDrink Hand Cream, 

$58. Treat your hands to some TLC with 

Jane Iredale’s delicate, rose scented, ultra 

hydrating SPF 15 hand cream that protects 

and moisturises your hands without feeling 

greasy. Great for thirsty skin. #9 

SCOUT COSMETICS 5 Free Breathable 

Nail Polish, $19.95. Get ready to party this 

summer with the bright and colourful new 

nail polish range from SCOUT Cosmetics. 

Locking in moisture and allowing your nails 

to breathe, this cute new range will make a 

statement with any outfit. #10 

8. 9. 10. 


Beauty 

GOLDWELL Kerasilk Color Range includes 

a hit list of amazing products that provide 

long-lasting colour depth and brilliance for 

coloured hair. Try the Kerasilk Color Shampoo, 

$34.95, Cleansing Conditioner, $24.95, Gentle 

Dry Shampoo $42.95, and Intensive Lustre 

Mask, $42.95. #11 

11. 

MEDIK8 Retinyl Retinoate Youth Activating 

Cream (r-Retinoate), $298. This new 

breakthrough Vitamin A product is Medik8’s 

premium retinol, and one of our absolute 

faves. It is clinically proven to be eight times 

more powerful than regular retinol – without 

any irritation. #12 

12. 

MEDIK8 C-Tetra Cream – Vitamin C Day 

Cream, $129. This is the day cream you 

have been looking for. Luxurious and fastabsorbing, 

it features a combination of 

powerful vitamins and antioxidants to help 

restore radiance, hydrate and protect against 

everyday nasties. #13 

ULTRACEUTICALS Ultra C23+ Firming 

Concentrate, $138. Turn your back on ageing 

with this advanced formula, offering powerful 

anti-ageing ingredients and antioxidants 

to provide firmer looking skin and reduce 

the appearance of mild to advanced 

photoageing. #14 

13. 

14. 

SYNERGIE SKIN Vitamin B, $110. Dry skin 

and pigmentation have met their match 

with this cosmeceutical serum. Containing 

a range of powerful vitamins to strengthen 

skin and boost immunity, Vitamin B increases 

hydration, and helps regulate oil production 

and stimulate collagen production. #15 

16. 

OBAGI Professional-C Serum, $79.95. This is 

one of our skincare essentials! Light-textured 

and rich in vitamins and antioxidants, this little 

guy helps improve the look and feel of your 

skin. #16 

OBAGI Exfoderm Forte, $79.95. We can’t 

get enough of this lightweight lotion that 

helps exfoliate the top layer of skin, removing 

dull, old skin cells to reveal a brighter 

complexion. #17 

15. 

17. 


& 

Radiate 

beauty 

confidence 

Using the latest technologies, our team of experts 

is committed to help you achieve natural-looking 

results in a relaxed and friendly setting. 

Come in and experience the Skin Renu difference. 

Our comprehensive treatment menu includes: 

world-class wrinkle reduction and 

lip enhancement 

laser skin rejuvenation 

CoolSculpting non-surgical fat reduction 

Thermage non-surgical face lifting 

medical peels 

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Call us to book a complimentary consultation 

02 9555 9506 

www.skinrenu.com.au 

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