CosBeauty Magazine #86

COSBEAUTY
LIFESTYLE HEALTH & BEAUTY
ISSUE 86 NOV-JAN 2019
city skin
detox
POLLUTION
SOLUTIONS
it’s silly
season !
FOOL PROOF
STEPS FOR
PARTY
SURVIVAL
Christmas
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REGULARS
8 Editor’s Letter
10 Beauty Insider
124 Ed’s Faves
FEATURES
22 Who Nose?
It’s hard to tell which celebrities
have had a nose job. You be
the judge.
64 Bare Beauty
After months of jeans and
jumpers, our hair removal
routine often requires some
attention as spring replaces
winter. We look at the best
defuzzing options.
70 Hair Trends From The Catwalk
Zimmermann brought the
Australian summer heat to
hairstyles at this year’s NYFW.
80 Silly Season Survival
Here are our tried and tested
ways to survive this summer in
good shape.
94 Debbie Delgado
Her artistic eye and professional
expertise are key to the
amazing transformations she
achieves with makeup and
passion.
94 2019 Christmas Gift Guide
No matter who you need to buy
a gift for this Christmas, we’ve
got you covered. If you end up
spoiling yourself in the process,
then that’s ok too!
116 Fertility options after a
cancer diagnosis
A cancer diagnosis often comes
out of the blue and starting
or extending your family will
probably be the last thing
on your mind. However, it’s
important to consider your
options for the future, explains
Shonagh Walker.
BEAUTY
24 City Skin Detox
It’s not called ‘The Big Smoke’ for
nothing. Our skin is at the mercy
of pollution and environmental
forces. We show you how to
minimise damage.
32 Eye Wonder
Not everyone is born with a
perfect set of peepers. If you
feel your eyes could do with a
little optical illusion, we live in an
age where the possibilities for
makeup are endless. With a few
expert techniques and products,
a steady hand can create ways to
really make your eyes pop.
36 All Dressed Up & Ready To Go
With the festive season just
around the corner, we’re dishing
out some handy makeup tricks to
keep you looking fierce, fabulous
and oh so fine!
54 Bag It! Makeup In A Stick
We all love fuss-free makeup
sticks and when they come
in such attractive packaging,
they’re a cinch to take with you!
Throw them in your bag to take
everywhere!

88 You Glow Girl
We are all torn between wanting
to look bronzed and glam and
knowing spending time in the
sun is not a healthy choice. Here
we give you the best options for
that ‘juststepped- off-the-planefrom-the
mediterranean’ look.
WELLNESS & LIFESTYLE
76
Inner Confidence
Vaginal rejuvenation is often
misunderstood as purely
aesthetic but Adelaide Pelvic
Reconstructive Surgeon
Dr Oseka Onuma explains
how surgery down below can
improve a woman’s life.
112 Diet Is A Dirty Word
Keira Rumble, founder of
Krumbled Foods and a certified
nutrition and wellness advisor,
explains why she never uses the
word ‘diet’.
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From the
Editor
Summer is nearly here and I’m a happy girl! I love the warm
weather and the longer days mean I can get out of bed for my
early walk and also enjoy some leisure time in the sun after
work. Perfect!! Now all I have to do is survive the silly season
and thankfully we have a guide to just that in this issue.
We also have plenty of articles to help us look our best at this
time, from party makeup (page 36), sunless tanning (page 88) and city skin detox
(page 24) to endless options for hair removal (page 64).
We also bring you the latest in hair trends straight from the Zimmermann
NYFW catwalk where Renya Xydis, Wella Professionals Global Creative Artist,
drew upon the fun and beachy hues of the Wavelength collection to create an
inherently Australian summer look (page 70).
Our profile on celebrity makeup artist Debbie Delgado from New Zealand and
her client before and afters highlight the amazing transformational power of
makeup – it’s difficult to believe the difference (page 94).
This year our Christmas Gift Guide is a whopper. We have 12 pages of over 65
beautiful goodies to covet, so if you’re looking for a beautiful present for someone
(or for yourself!), we’ve done the work for you (page 100).
And it’s not just about surviving; it’s about having a fabulous time and enjoying
everything the festivities hold. It’s about family and celebration and enjoying
the company of friends – and being grateful for everything we have in this lucky
country we call home.
From all of us at Bella Media, have a wonderful Christmas season and a safe and
happy New Year!
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November 2019 - January 2020
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ASPECT INTRODUCES ASPECT
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It’s no secret that Aspect and
Aspect Dr have helped shape
the cosmeceutical industry into what
it is today.
Heather Harrison, founder Aspect
Skincare explains: ’When we
launched into the market in 2007,
Aspect was developed specifically for
clinics and salons and Aspect Dr was
developed for physicians and doctors.
It was our aim to develop two superior
Australian cosmeceutical brands
which offered quality home care and
solutions for professionals that target a
wide variety of skin concerns.
‘Today, these two incredible brands
have become the most respected and
widely known brands available. The
huge success of Aspect and Aspect
Dr has led us to streamline our
collections and create a new parent
category called Aspect Skincare.
The process has been rewarding; we
have bolstered the ingredients to our
formulations, we have introduced new
products to each brand category, and
we have also taken some away. We
introduced our newest range Aspect
Sun and we have re-designed our
packaging. There has been a lot of
positive work over the past few years!
‘I believe our new offering is
reflective of who we are – innovative,
premium and superior. Seeing these
brands grow and evolve is truly
exciting. I am extremely proud’.
Kirsty Sinclair, marketing manager
Advanced Skin Technology adds: ‘So
much has been going on behind the
scenes at Aspect Skincare and we are
thrilled to finally unveil our new look
and share, in more detail, our newest
brand category Aspect Sun.’
Introduced in August 2019, Aspect
Sun is a comprehensive range of
SPF 50 and 50+ sunscreens. This
four-piece sunscreen collection has
been designed to be ultra-hydrating,
lightweight and fast absorbing. They
are designed to elevate your daily
routine all year round.
SUN-KISSED SKIN
Step out with bronzed, glowing skin this
summer thanks to Great Mousse Tan –
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Great Mousse Tan is enriched with
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This super-lightweight, easy-to-apply
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Say goodbye to pale skin any time of
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THE SHOW SYDNEY IS COMING TO TOWN
Introducing Australia’s ultimate professional
makeup, hair and beauty event, The Show
Sydney. At The International Convention
Centre on 8-9 February 2020, world-class
makeup, hair and beauty experts and brands
will showcase the latest in trends, technology
and techniques to over 5,000 expected
attendees across the weekend.
The brainchild of educational expert
Scott Lattimer and industry professional
Eliza Campagna, The Show Sydney is set to
be so much more than a typical trade show.
Eliza says: ‘The Show Sydney has been created to
be an educational platform that will provide
a unique retail experience showcasing the
best-in-class brands and artists across hair,
makeup and beauty.’
‘Not limited to one category, or level
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and beauty lovers with the opportunity to equip
themselves with the latest techniques from all
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It includes Fucoidan, an Australian
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Fucoidan grows in the pristine ocean
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The two-part skincare advancement
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CLEAN, CLINICALLY ADVANCED
SKINCARE WITH A CONSCIENCE
Dermalist, a Melbourne-based
company creating cutting-edge
cosmeceutical skincare with a
difference, has just launched its first
products to market. Crafted with
professional input from a holistic
line-up of leading Australian experts
in cosmetic medicine, health and
nutrition, Dermalist’s multi-functional
skincare range was primarily
designed to minimise the time,
complexity and costs associated
with achieving beautiful skin, while
delivering exceptional results.
Each product has been formulated
to address multiple skin concerns
at once (including wrinkles and fine
lines, dullness and dehydration), and
contains therapeutic levels of potent
actives that have been expertly
blended to minimise the likelihood of
consumers experiencing a breakout
or inflammation with use.
Dermalist was founded on the
belief that women deserve more
from their skincare — more efficacy,
more transparency and more
conscience. It’s no surprise then that
all of Dermalist’s products are vegan
and cruelty-free, and contain only
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While ‘non-toxic’ technically means
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Dermalist has assessed the
cumulative effects of the ingredients
it uses, including how they are
metabolised in the body, and also
the effect they may have on the
environment.
An impressive 90% of packaging
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possible due to the need to preserve
the products (like dual-walled
airless packaging which is needed
to preserve the potency of highly
active serums) the brand offers a
refill option, allowing consumers
to repurchase inner recyclable
cartridges which slot into reusable
outer casings, at a reduced price.
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Botanical oils multi-task to provide
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A woman can be
beautiful as well
as intellectual.
audrey

hepburn

The beauty in a
woman is not in the
clothes she wears,
the figure that she
carries, or the way
she combs her hair.
True beauty in a
woman is reflected
in her soul.
Audrey

I believe in being
strong when
everything seems
to be going wrong.
I believe that
happy girls are
the prettiest girls.
I believe that
tomorrow is
another day, and I
believe in miracles.
Audrey

featureWhoNose
Jennifer Lawrence
Oprah Winfrey

Britney Spears
Jennifer Lopez
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featurehave they
Jennifer Aniston
Blake Lively

Jennifer Grey
Gwen Stefani
or
haven’t
they
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eauty
It’s not called
‘The Big Smoke’ for
nothing. Our skin
is at the mercy
of pollution and
environmental
forces.
e are
becoming
increasingly
aware of the
hazards of our
urban lifestyle on
our skin and the
cosmetics industry
has followed suit,
introducing a new crop
of products laced with
super-antioxidants and
grime-fighting city combatants.
Where scientists have seen a
hole in the ozone layer, beauty

companies have seen an opening in
the cosmetic market.
Spotting city skin is easy, pardon
the pun. It’s dull and congested with
blocked pores and dehydrated with
patches of dryness. Stress has depleted
the skin of nutrients and it’s been
over-exposed to late nights, alcohol,
tobacco and other stimulants. It’s
choked with smoke and ragged thanks
to air-conditioning and other major
contributors to poor skin. However,
by protecting ourselves from ultraviolet
radiation and photo-ageing by
using the correct formulations and
the most effective method to deliver
our skincare, while supplementing
with vitamins and antioxidants, we
can significantly improve sallow skin.
Skin is made up of tiny pores that
ensure the skin can breathe and
regulate body temperature, among
other tasks; but they also filter out
the grime and debris associated with
everyday life. Of course, that means
that we city slickers have skin coated
with a fine layer of nasty toxins from
the pollution.
According to a University of
California, Berkeley study, skin
ailments are most certainly linked
to air pollution in cities. It found
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eauty
the ozone rapidly strips Vitamin E,
an important component of healthy
skin, from the uppermost skin
layer. Skin conditions aggravated
in urban environments include
atopic dermatitis, psoriasis and other
ailments which generate itchy, red,
inflamed and scaly skin.
The researchers examined the
stratum corneum, a thin layer at
the surface that accounts for less
than five percent of the skin. Long
considered an inert layer of dead skin,
the stratum corneum is now receiving
considerable attention as the gateway
to underlying body tissues.
‘Skincare companies know if
you have dry skin, it’s your stratum
corneum that’s in trouble,’ says
Berkeley researcher Dr Jens Thiele.
‘Everything you apply on the skin has
to pass through that layer.’
The urban environment causes
destruction of the skin’s natural
barrier function, which regulates
the movement of materials in and
out of the skin. It is also thought
the increased formation of harmful
chemicals from the breakdown of
the skin’s fatty lipids triggers an
inflammatory response in underlying
skin layers.
Dr Neil Sadick, a clinical professor
of dermatology in New York, agrees:
‘With the changes in the ozone layer
we’re getting more instant ultra-violet
radiation, as well as more damage
from environmental pollutants. In
my practice we’re definitely seeing
more patients, and younger ones,
with damaged skin. To repair it, and
to guard against further threats, the
two major factors necessary are a
broad-spectrum sunscreen and a highpotency
antioxidant formula.’ cbm
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Back
to
Cleansers
5.
2. 3.
6.
basics
1. 4.
7.
Fear not – it’s not quite as dire as it
sounds. There are several simple things
you can do to equalise the effects of
city living on your skin. First up, your
epidermis will thank you every day for
a basic twice-daily skincare routine. Get
skin in tip-top condition by cleansing,
toning and moisturising every morning
before applying makeup (it should go
without saying that falling asleep with
your makeup on is a no-no). Exfoliation
to slough away dead cells and brighten
the complexion can be done at home,
or with micro-dermabrasion or a peel at
a salon to remove surface debris.
Improving the skin’s resistance to
pollution is the name of the game. Use
sun protection and a moisturiser rich
with ingredients to improve the skin’s
surface strength.
Cosmetics are often blamed for
clogging pores, but they can actually
protect against pollution because they
provide a fine layer of resistance; so
don’t steer clear of your makeup bag.
Oh, and keep hand cream in your bag
to soothe chapped hands.
1. Skinstitut Microbiome Micellar Water, $39, 2. Medik8
Micellar Mousse 150ml, $49, 3. Napoleon Perdis Rebirth
of Venus Skin Renewal Cleansing Oil, $39, 4. Skin Health
Science Carbo Cleanser 100ml, $72, 5. Clarins Extra-Comfort
Anti-Pollution Cleansing Cream 200ml $52, 6. Skin Regimen
Cleansing Cream, antipollution face wash, $60, 7. Arbonne
Bio-Hydria Gel Cleanser, $35
Masks &
Scrubs
1. Maaemo The Elimination Mask, $49.95,
2. Napoleon Perdis Bentonite Clay
And Kaolin Face Mask, $35, 3. Indie Lee
Clearing Mask, $85, 4. Revision Skincare
Black Mask, $59.99, 5. Retreatment
Botanics Instant Glow Face Masque
75ml, $65 , 6. asap Revitalising Bodyscrub
200ml, $45, 7. Bobbi Brown Instant Detox
Face Mask 75ml, $78, 8. Edible Beauty &
Sleeping Beauty Purifying Mousse Mask
50ml, $60
3.
2.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
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BEAUTY
Moisturisers
&
Sunscreens
1. Medik8 Advanced Day Total
Protect 50ml, $119, 2. La Roche-
Posay Effaclar K+ Anti Blackhead Care
40ml, $31.95, 3. Elizabeth Arden Eight
Hour Great 8 Daily Defense Moisturiser,
$50, 4. Salt By Hendrix Mermaid
Facial Oil, $39.95, 5. Jojoba ultimate
day cream $49.95, 6. asap Revitalising
Bodymoist 200ml, $45, 7. Environ A, C
& E Body Cream, $86, 8. mesoprotech
melan 130 pigment control 50ml,
$79.80, 9. Sisley SisleYouth Anti-
Pollution 40ml, $230, 10. La Mer The
Reparative Body Lotion, $280 11.
Alpha H Essential Skin Perfecting
Moisturiser SPF 15 50ml, $60, 12. Peter
Thomas Roth Potent-C Bright & Plump
Moisturizer $106, 13. Arbonne CC
Cream, $56, 14. Aspect Sun Hydrating
Face SPF 50+ 75ml, $59, 15. Ole
Henriksen ‘PHAT Glow Facial’, $68, 16.
Arbonne Bio-Hydria Gel Cream, $59,
17. Marc Jacobs Beauty Youthquake
Hydra-Full Retexturizing Gel Crème
Moisturiser $78, 18. Lancôme Absolue
Soft Cream Refillable 60ml, $400, 19.
Dermalogica Prisma Protect spf15
light-activated skin defense 50ml, $98
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Pollution
solutions
Just think of a sliced apple turning brown to
visualise the urban impact of oxidisation on your
skin. Research is increasingly pointing the blame
for ageing and illness towards oxidative cell
damage caused by the environment. Here is where
antioxidants step in to defend the skin, providing it
with a fighting chance of repairing existing damage
and defending itself against future ageing.
Antioxidants are compounds that counteract the
damaging effects of free radicals on cell structures,
as well as cellular DNA. Free radicals accelerate
the ageing process and are the result of oxygen
molecules being oxidised; but they can also be
created by exposure to various environmental
factors, smoking and UV radiation. They are unstable
cells that, if left unchecked, can compromise your
health and potentially lead to cancer.
When pollution damages the skin, the cells release
superoxide free radicals and other molecules that
unleash their energy at random, like a stray bullet.
For years the leading antioxidants in topical beauty
products were Vitamins A, C and E. The list now
also includes alpha hydroxyl acids, hyaluronic acid,
peptides, coenzyme Q10, idebenone, resveratrol
and coffeeberry, many of which are found in the
latest grime-fighting products – from the cosmetic
giants to the natural and organic boutique lines.
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SERUMS
BEAUTY
1. asap Revitalising DNA Renewal
Treatment 30ml, $129, 2. Aspect
Pigment Punch+ 30ml, $149.49, 3.
Clarins V Shaping Lift Serum, $110,
4. Retreatment Botanics Refining
Face Polish 75ml, $55, 5. Murad
Environmental Shield Rapid Age
Spot Correcting Serum 30ml, $105,
6. Skinceuticals metacell renewal
b3 50ml, $221.95, 7. Skin Regimen
1.0 Tea Tree Booster, Imperfections
Concentrate, $145, 8. Non Gender
Specific Everything Serum 50 mL
$89, 9. mesoestetic aox ferulic 30ml,
$199, 10. The Ordinary Antioxidants,
Resveratrol 3% + Ferulic Acid 3% 30ml,
$7.90, 11. Medik8 Clarity Peptides
30ml, $89, 12. Babor Stress Control
Ampoule 7x2ml, $98, 13. mesoestetic
new pollution defense ampoules 10
x 2ml, $106, 14. Lancôme Advanced
Génifique Anti-Aging Serum 30Ml,
$105, 15. Arbonne Bio-Hydria Liquid
Serum, $66
2. 3.
6.
7.
8.
9.
1.
5.
4.
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OTHER
hydraters
2.
1.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
10.
10.
11.
12.
13.
14.
15.
1. Burt’s Bees Watermelon Lip Balm, $6.99,
2. Lancôme Advanced Génifique Light Pearl
Youth Activating Eye & Lash Concentrate
20ml, $115, 3. Arbonne Bio-Hydria Eye Gel,
$62, 4. Aspect Hydrating Lip Balm, $15.40,
5. Paula’s Choice Antioxidant Pore Purifier,
$41, 6. Ella Baché Daily Hydration Mist
Coconut 100mL, $39, 7. Lancôme Tonique
Confort Comforting Facial Toner 400Ml,
$89, 8. Maaemo Revitalize Face Mist 100Ml,
$49.95, 9. La Roche-Posay Serozinc 50
mL, $12.99, 10. Neutrogena Hydro Boost
Hydrating Facial Gel Mist, $26.95
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BEAUTY
eye

NOT EVERYONE IS
BORN WITH A PERFECT
SET OF PEEPERS. IF
YOU FEEL YOUR EYES
COULD DO WITH
A LITTLE OPTICAL
ILLUSION, WE LIVE IN
AN AGE WHERE THE
POSSIBILITIES FOR
MAKEUP ARE ENDLESS.
WITH A FEW EXPERT
TECHNIQUES AND
PRODUCTS, A STEADY
HAND CAN CREATE
WAYS TO REALLY MAKE
YOUR EYES POP.
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1.
BEAUTY
2.
3.
4.
1. Bobbi Brown Smokey Eye Mascara,
$50, 2. Charlotte Tilbury Full Fat Lashes 5
Star Mascara, $48, 3. Clarins Supra Volume
Mascara, $42, 4. Napoleon Perdis ‘Phat
Volume’ Madame Fantasia Mascara, $39, 5.
jane iredale Longest Lash Mascara, $60,
6. Lancôme Grandiôse Mascara in Noir
Mirifique, $58, 7. Modelrock Uptown Lash
Mascara, $22, 8. Australis Fake It! Volumising
Mascara $16.95, 9. Ardell Mega Volume
Never Flat Mascara $19.99, 10. asap pure
mineral mascara, $27.30.
MASCARA
It’s the one beauty staple no girl
can live without, yet the next
generation of mascara is anything
but basic. Employing the best in lash
lengthening, volumising and growth
technologies, these innovative
products will work a treat for anyone
who’s not quite ready to commit
to a more durable form of lash
enhancement.
6.
5.
7.
8.
9.
10.

FAKE IT
Party up with fake
lashes. They’re flirty and
playful and no amount
of mascara can create
the same drama.
Modelrock uptown
opulence china doll,
$16, Ardell Naked
Lashes, $12.99
13.
11.
12.
14.
11. Napoleon Perdis eye
pencil in Brown Sugar, $30,
12. Marc Jacobs Beauty
Fineliner Ultra Skinny Gel Eye
Crayon, in Truffled, $36, 13.
Charlotte Tilbury Rock ‘N’
Kohl in Barbarella Brown, $43,
14. Marc Jacobs Beauty
Highliner Gel Eye Crayon
Eyeliner in 80 In the Buff, $36,
15. Bobbi Brown Long Wear
Gel Eyeliner, $40, 16. Clarins
4-Colour Eyeshadow Palette
in Shade-02 rosewood, $68,
17. Marc Jacobs Beauty
Under(cover) Perfecting
Coconut Eye Primer, $37,
18. Fenty Beauty Flyliner
Longwear Liquid Eyeliner,
$30, 19. Modelrock rock
chic wings out loud felt tip
eyeliner, $19.95, 20. jane
iredale Mystikol Powedered
17.
Eyeliner, $52, 21. Kat Von
D Dagger Tattoo Liner
Waterproof Liquid Eyeliner,
$20, 22. Clarins Waterproof
Eye Pencil in Shade-06
smoked wood, $38.
15.
16.
18.
LINERS
An easy way to glam up a bare eye is to intensify your look
with eyeliner. If a smouldering look is what you’re after, use
an eyeliner pencil around the entire eye and on the inner
rim. For a quick smokey look, smudge it off using a crease/
smudge brush. For more of a clean, strong line, create a
winged liner using a gel or liquid eyeliner. This, combined
with generous lashings of mascara, will instantly glam up
your look and get you party ready! A really great makeup
trick is to use eyeliner to fill in the tiny spaces between
upper eyelashes. This helps eyes look fuller and more alive
and lends an amazing frame to the eyes.
22.
21.
20.
19.
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BEAUTY
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ALL
dressed
&
up
READY
to go!
WITH THE FESTIVE SEASON JUST AROUND THE CORNER, WE’RE
DISHING OUT SOME HANDY MAKEUP TRICKS TO KEEP YOU LOOKING
FIERCE, FABULOUS AND OH SO FINE!
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BEAUTY
There’s so much to learn about
makeup and beauty even
we fi nd ourselves a little
overwhelmed at times.
But whether you’re a master of the
liquid liner or a beginner who’s still
fi guring things out, our step-by-step
guide to powering up your party face
is guaranteed to have you dazzling on
the dance fl oor come New Year’s Eve.
Lycogel Breathable
Camouflage SPF 30 , $108
PRIME
Perfect party makeup always starts
with a smooth canvas. Airbrush fi ne
lines and pores with a primer to leave
the skin with a soft, velvety fi nish.
This will allow your foundation
to glide on, creating a more even,
radiant looking complexion. In
addition to smoothing fi ne lines,
pores and wrinkles, primer increases
your foundation’s staying power,
ensuring you look fresh all night long.
Clarins Fix Make-Up, $40
Skindinavia The Makeup
Primer Spray 118ml, $49
Lancôme Prep & Hydrate
Illuminating Make-Up
Primer 24h Hydration
25ml, $62

COVER
A quality foundation provides good
coverage and helps conceal any
blemishes, discolouration or uneven
skin tone issues which may be
keeping you from feeling your best.
It’s essential to buy foundation that
is the right shade for your skin tone,
so head over to a beauty counter and
have a professional help you out. For
a glowing look with ultimate staying
power, opt for a base with a longlasting,
dewy fi nish.
When it comes to foundation,
the application process is just as
important as the product itself. Use a
beauty blender or a stippling brush to
carefully blend the foundation onto
the face, down the neck and back
towards the ears.
CONCEAL
Use a colour corrector to address
any redness or dark circles before
applying a cream concealer to keep
the area moisturised. Remember to
use a patting rather than dragging
motion when applying both
corrector and concealer, and to
be extra gentle with the delicate
under-eye area. Don’t be afraid to
take your concealer over the top of
your eyelid, as it will help cover up
any veins and act as a great base for
your eyeshadow.
Bobbi Brown Skin Long Wear
Weightless Foundation, $72,
Charlotte Tilbury Airbrush
Flawless Foundation, $65,
Clarins Everlasting Youth Fluid
Foundation SPF 15, $65,
Lancôme Teint Idole Ultra Wear
Deluxe Sample 24h Long Wear
Spf 15 Velvet Matte Finish in
Beige Lin, $60
LUV IT!
Frank body Party
Starters Kit, Shimmer
Scrub, Shimmer Lip
Gloss Scrub and Magic
Shimmer Oil, $49.95
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BEAUTY
HIGHLIGHT
One of the best ways to take your
look from average to amazing is to
strategically place highlighter on the
high points of the face. Dab a small
amount of product onto the tops of
your cheekbones – working from the
apple of each cheek up towards the
hairline. This adds light, makes skin
appear more hydrated and decreases
the look of fi ne lines. It will create
a gorgeous pearlescent glow that
fl awlessly refl ects light from all angles.
Dusting a shimmer powder on
your décolletage is another surefi re
way to get the party started. Apply it
beneath the brow bone to lift the eye
or add a touch of product to the eye’s
inner corner for a fresh, modern look.
Softly highlighted cheeks are
always a winner. Using a fan brush,
dust a powdered bronzer onto the
cheeks before applying a shimmery
cream or powder blush. Remember,
creams can work in tandem with
powders once the application remains
light.
Fenty Beauty Killawatt
Freestyle Highlighter
Duo, $54
jane iredale
24-karat gold
dust, $31
QUICK TIP
Dab a bit of shimmer on
the top of your cheeks
to instantly brighten and
illuminate your face. Be sure
to choose just one feature
to accentuate, so your
highlighting stays subtle.
Clarins Glow
2 Go Blush &
Highlighter
Duo, $44
ICONIC London
Prep-Set-Glow
120ml, $50
Bobbi Brown
Pot Rouge in Pale
Pink, $54
Bobbi Brown
Shimmer Brick in
Rose, $78

Bobbi Brown Luxe Lip Rich Lustre long wearing
lipstick in Crystal Ball and Sparkling Sand, $56
Charlotte Tilbury Pillow Talk Diamonds, $49
LUSCIOUS LIPS
One of the easiest ways to
acknowledge the glitz and glam of the
party season is to add a pop of colour
to your makeup. If heavy eye shadows
aren’t your thing, use a vibrant lip
shade with a gloss or matte fi nish.
Painted pouts are the ultimate pickme-up
and speak of grooming and
attention to detail.
QUICK TIP
Our fave colours this
season are beachy and
bold – think fuschias
and corals.
NAILED IT
Complete your party look with a
slick of colour on your nails. From
classic red to glittering festive glosses,
applying nail polish is an easy way to
jazz up any outfi t.
Fenty Beauty Stunna Lip Paint Longwear Fluid
Lipstick, $36, Sisley Le Phyto Rouge in 32 Orange
Calvi, $68, Lancôme L’Absolu Rouge Ruby Cream
Long-Lasting Lipstick in Bad Blood Ruby, $54
OPI Limited-Edition Neons
in Orange You a Rock Star?,
V-I-Pink Passes, Dance Party
‘Teal Dawn, $22.95 each
Mavala Magic Stardust
Collection in Magic Sari,
Magic Spice and Magic
Snow, $8.50 each
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Lancôme Hypnôse Eyeshadow
Palette in French Nude, $85
BEAUTY
EYES ON THE PRIZE
An easy way to glam up a bare eye is to
intensify your look with eyeliner. If a
smouldering style is what you’re after, use
an eyeliner pencil around the entire eye
and on the inner rim.
Transition this look into a smokier
style by smudging the eyeliner using a
crease brush. For a sharper fi nish, use
a gel or liquid liner to create a wing.
Combine with generous lashings of
mascara for instant, party-ready glam.
QUICK TIP
A really great makeup trick is
to use eyeliner to fill in the tiny
spaces between the upper
eyelashes.
This lends an amazing frame
to the eyes, making them look
fuller and more defined.
Napoleon Perdis
Loose Eye Dust in
‘Starlight’, $35
DEFINED
Use a brow powder or pencil to defi ne
your eyebrows and frame the eye. For
a more sculpted look, apply bronzer to
the crevice below the cheekbone then
identify the apples of the cheeks using
your blush of choice.
LASH OUT!
Party up with fake lashes. They’re
fl irty, playful and no amount of
mascara can create the same amount
of drama. If falsies aren’t your thing,
opt for an eyelash curler to create
beautifully curled lashes that will
defi ne, dazzle and enhance your eyes.
jane iredale
PurePressed Eye
Shadow Kit –
Solar Flare, $92
Lancôme
Hypnôse
Mascara in
Noir, $55
QUICK TIP
Dab a band of concealer
beneath the eyes – starting
from the mid-face and taking
it up towards the temples. The
lighter colour will help lift the
eyes and make your face pop.
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Sisley Phyto Eye
Twist in 15 Baby
Pink, $55
Marc Jacobs Beauty
Highliner Glam
Glitter Gel Eye
Crayon in All that
Glitters, $36
Charlotte Tilbury Walk of
Shame Luxury Palette, $80,
Charlotte Tilbury Starry Eyes to
Hypnotise, $120, Clarins Ready
in a Flash Eyes & Brows Palette,
$50, ICONIC London Sunset to
Sunrise Palette, $99, Arbonne
It’s All In The Eyes Eyeshadow
Palette, $86
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Skin
Sunscreen
that
respects
your skin
type
No longer must we rely on regulation
‘one-size-fits-all’ sunscreen for protection
against the harmful UVA and UVB rays
that can leave skin damaged and feeling
chemically imbalanced.
The latest offering from the mesoestetic Pharma
Group laboratory, headquartered in Barcelona, is a
complete range of next generation sunscreens for
all skin types. The five unique products utilise the most
innovative technology in sun protection and are the result
of months of research and collaboration. mesoprotech ® is
fast becoming the new gold standard for sun protection
through its focus on the unique requirements of different
skin types and corresponding concerns.
‘What makes this line of sunscreens unique is that each
client can find the most suitable product from the range
with a texture that suits their skin type. There is at least
one product in the range suitable for every skin type!’
explains mesoestetic International Trainer, Sabine Wallez.

mesoprotech ® Formulas
All products in the new range feature mesoprotech ®
complex, a broad-spectrum sun protection formula that
combines physical, biological and/or chemical filters for
maximum protection against UVB and UVA radiation.
This combination protects the skin on all fronts from
the harmful effects of sun exposure including actinic
damage, oxidation and premature ageing. All five products
are very high factor sunscreens (SPF 50+) and tested for
water resistance.
Innovative Ingredients
This new range features a number of core components
that place it a cut above other sun-protection alternatives
on the market.
• Mattifying particles eliminate excess oil and shine
and leave the skin with a velvety matt finish.
• Chia seed oil, rich in omega 3 and 6, provides
elasticity and nutrition while strengthening the skin’s
barrier function.
• Hyaluronic acid and silicon provide hydrating action
at the epidermal level and enhance the elasticity and
firmness of tissues.
• Pigment System helps to prevent the appearance of
sunspots and produces a more even skin tone.
• Rosa canina fruit essential oil helps boost epidermal
repair mechanisms.
Collagen Pro-shield
mesoprotech ® ’s five innovative sunscreens are formulated
with the ‘collagen pro shield’ which provides antioxidant
protection that helps to neutralise free radicals. The
collagen pro shield helps prevent photo-ageing and
improves firmness of the skin.
Anti-ageing Sunscreens
1. mineral matt anti-ageing fluid is specifically for
combination, oily and sensitive skin types. The formula
contains mattifying particles and mineral filters that
eliminate excess shine and leave the skin with a velvety
matt finish. It has an innovative non-greasy fluid texture
that turns into a powdery emulsion on the skin.
2. light water anti-ageing veil is designed for normal and
combination skin types. It is formulated with hyaluronic
acid and silicon to provide hydrating action, enhancing
elasticity and firmness. Its ultra-light emulsion texture is
rapidly absorbed to create an invisible protective veil.
3. nourishing anti-ageing oil is intended for dry, mature
skin. It is formulated with chia seed oil and therefore
rich in omega 3 and 6. ‘ There are not many oil-based
sunscreen products on the market and I wear this one all
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the time,’ said Sabine Wallez. This innovative protective
oil provides elasticity and nutrition to the skin while
strengthening the skin’s barrier function. It has a light oil
gel texture that melts into the skin leaving a dry finish.
Skin
Pigmentation Concerns
melan 130 pigment control is for skin with
pigmentation concerns, skin undergoing cosmetic
treatment, skin affected by hormonal changes,
photosensitive skin and more. It helps prevent the
appearance of sunspots and promotes a more even
and brighter tone. The ultra-fluid texture contains
pigments to avoid leaving a white residue on the skin,
while minimising imperfections and providing a tinted
lightweight, natural tone. According to Sabine Wallez
this is one of her favourites: ‘ This would be the perfect
choice for a woman who wants her sunscreen and at the
same time, a little bit of makeup!’
Maximum protection for
Sensitive Areas
sun stick 100 is specifically for those sensitive areas such
as lips, eye contour, scars, etc. It incorporates rosehip
oil to boost skin regeneration and comes in a practical,
solid stick form that enables application anytime with
comfort and ease. For Sabine Wallez, the sun stick 100
is her number one pick: ‘ It’s my absolute favourite and
is great for extra protection if you’re going out to lunch
and could burn easily on the nose or if you have hyperpigmentation.’
Clinically Tested
Scientists conducted in vivo tests for UVB protection
where a subject’s back was exposed to rays and treated
with the product. The test measured the additional time
during which the sunscreen provided protection before
sunburn occurred. Water resistence was also tested in vivo
where the subject was immersed in water for 20 minutes
with a 15 minute interim. The subject’s skin retained
more than 50% of the protection applied.
In vitro tests were conducted for UVA protection where
a dish treated with the product was exposed to UVA
radiation to evaluate its absorption capacity. The efficacy
of the collagen pro shield was also tested with studies on
human fibroblast cultures.
With its dermatologically tested formulas and
innovative textures designed to suit the needs and
demands of each skin type, mesoprotech ® is at the
forefront of next-generation sun protection against UVA
and UVB.
WHERE
TO GET IT
mesoprotech ® is available
at select skin clinics across
Australia. For stockists, visit www.
advancedcosmeceuticals.com.au
or call 1800 242 011

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Skin
A
Vitamin

est
in
class
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 beta-carotene.
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 fine 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 deficient 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
beneficial 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.
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Skin
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 fine 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 hyper-pigmented
cells to be sloughed off evenly, in addition
to reversing the damaging effects of UV
light on the skin cells, which result in 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.
‘
It has been shown
to reduce many visible
signs of skin ageing,
especially fine lines and
wrinkles.
’
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 flakiness; 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
high-concentration retinol formulations will be

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.
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 antiageing
product.
The facts about
Vitamin A
1.
Vitamin A is a central driving
factor in the development of
normal, healthy human tissue,
including all parts of the skin. This
continues from conception to death.
If Vitamin A disappeared tomorrow,
no more humans would be born in
the normal, recognisable form.
Skin becomes thin because of a
2. general lack of Vitamin A, sun
damage, loss of sex hormones and
general ageing.
Retinoids (class of Vitamin A
3. derivatives) are a proven method
to increase the thickness of the
dermis – the deep layer of skin where
wrinkles form.
Despite contrary belief, retinoids
4. 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.
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Skin
The
Answer to
Youthful
Skin is
Crystal
Clear
heads are turning for
the truly incredible
skin-tightening
benefits of Medik8’s
award winning antiageing
serum, Crystal
Retinal.
Vitamin A is a powerful
skincare ingredient that helps
effectively fight visible signs
of ageing. Medik8’s next-generation
anti-ageing product, Crystal
Retinal is a ground-breaking night
serum which helps firm, plump and
resurface the skin, visibly minimising
fine lines and wrinkles to deliver a
more youthful-looking and eventoned
complexion.
Crystal Retinal is formulated
with retinaldehyde, a super-charged
derivative of Vitamin A that works
in synergy with skin to help promote
cellular turnover.
Retinoids may cause mild irritation
when you start using them including
redness, irritation and flaking. This
is normal and a sign that your skin
is adjusting to having an abundant
source of beneficial Vitamin A.
However, Medik8’s time-release
stability system ensures that Crystal
Retinal TM is released slowly and
steadily throughout the night,
meaning it won’t overwhelm the
skin. It’s also now easier to help
your skin adjust to the powerful
effects of retinaldehyde with a
recent expansion of the Crystal
Retinal family.
The range now incorporates four
different strengths of the serum which
provide a stepping-stone to the higher
and more effective levels of Crystal
Retinal 6 & 10. Medik8 Head of
Research, Daniel Isaacs, explained
the importance of building up the
level of Vitamin A over time: ‘It is
extremely important to ease your skin
into using retinoids gently. Starting
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at a lower level will allow your skin some
time to get used to Vitamin A, and you
can then introduce higher strengths as
your skin becomes accustomed to it.’
Other non-prescription Vitamin A
treatments, such as retinol, have a similar
beneficial skin-lifting effect; however
this needs to be converted into retinoic
acid by the skin before it can take
effect, a process that requires a two-step
conversion. Unlike retinol, Crystal
Retinal only requires one conversion to
retinoic acid which means it can deliver
results up to 11 times faster!
Crystal Retinal works by
capturing the powerful active ingredient,
retinaldehyde, into a crystal molecular
vehicle that is broken down by the
skin’s natural enzymes upon contact.
This unique action controls the release
of Vitamin A-rich retinaldehyde to
ensure that the formula remains stable
and is absorbed constantly throughout
the night.
At the same time as delivering the
powerful anti-ageing benefits of Vitamin
A, Crystal Retinal contains multiweight
hyaluronic acid and Vitamin E
which hydrates the skin and reinforces
the skin’s barrier to keep moisture locked
in tight.
Unlike many other forms of Vitamin A,
retinaldehyde also boasts direct, powerful
anti-bacterial properties, making it the
ideal anti-ageing product for blemishprone
skin. When used over time, Crystal
Retinal helps to diminish P. acnes,
the bacteria responsible for breakouts,
promoting a healthy-looking, balanced
complexion. CBM
WHERE
TO GET IT
Medik8 is available at select
skin clinics across Australia. For
stockists, visit www.medik8.com.au
or call 1800 242 011
Retinol Q&A with Medik8
Director of Research
Daniel Isaacs
What is Retinol?
Retinol is the form of Vitamin A traditionally used in
skincare products throughout the beauty industry.
There are different types of retinol derivatives such as
retinol, retinaldehyde, retinoic acid, retinyl palmitate
and retinyl retinoate.
What sort of retinol is in Crystal
Retinal?
We use retinaldehyde in the Crystal Retinal range, a
form of Vitamin A which has been proven to improve
skin condition in credible studies published in scientific
journals. This is why we do not use traditional retinol
esters such as retinyl palmitate, where clinical trials show
little-to-zero effects.
How does Crystal Retinal work?
Retinaldehyde in Crystal Retinal works up to 11 times
faster than traditional retinol and has anti-bacterial
properties which are great for blemish-prone skin
types. It works directly on the skin to produce a plumping
and tightening effect and helps speed up
the skin renewal process.
Why use Crystal Retinal at night
time?
Retinaldehyde is inherently sensitive to the sun. When
exposed to UV rays it breaks down and becomes
ineffective. Applying retinaldehyde in the morning may
cause it to breakdown before producing those really
beneficial effects of Vitamin A and therefore we always
recommend applying the serum at night time.
Are there side effects?
Retinoids can cause mild irritation when you first start
using them, but this is completely normal and is an
indication that your skin is adjusting to having an
abundant source of this beneficial vitamin. These side
effects include redness, irritation and flaking of the skin
as the retinoid is stimulating skin renewal. This is why it
is so important to utilise the different strengths within
the Crystal Retinal range and ease into the benefits of
using Vitamin A on your skin.
Who should not use Retinol
Products?
Retinol products are not advised for use during
pregnancy and breastfeeding.
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Lancôme Teint Idole Ultra Wear Stick
Foundation SPF 15, $55, Arbonne Sheer
Glow Highlight Stick, $69, Bobbi Brown
Skin Foundation Stick, $72
BEAUTY
Yves Saint Laurent Volupté
Plump-in-Color Plumping Lip
Balm in Mad Nude, $39, NARS
The Multiple for eyes, cheeks,
lips and body in Maui, $39,
Charlotte Tilbury Beach Stick
in Moon Beach, $55

ICONIC London Strobing
Stick in Tanned Gold, $60
Bag it!
MAKEUP
IN A STICK
WE ALL LOVE FUSS-FREE MAKEUP
STICKS AND WHEN THEY COME IN SUCH
ATTRACTIVE PACKAGING, THEY’RE A CINCH
TO TAKE WITH YOU! THROW THEM IN YOUR
BAG TO TAKE EVERYWHERE!
Bobbi Brown Long Wear
Cream Shadow Stick in
Vanilla, $49, Charlotte
Tilbury Colour Chameleon,
$37, Clarins Glow-to-Go
Highlighter Stick A 2-in-1
blusher stick, $44
Fenty Beauty Match
Stix Shimmer Skinsticks,
$32, Sisley Phyto-Blush
Twist Long-lasting
cream-to-powder
blush in Fushia, $82,
Clinique Chubby Stick
Cheek Colour Balm in
Plumped Up Peony, $25
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Shining
Skin
the light
on
Dark Spots
Although prevention is better than cure, and
sunscreen and a hat are our ‘must-haves’ in summer,
when the damage is already done cosmelan ® from
mesoestetic ® is our first choice for treating
hyperpigmentation and dark spots.
Most people are bothered
by hyperpigmentation at
some point in their life. In
its various forms, hyperpigmentation
affects over 80 per cent of women over
the age of 25 and is rated the number
two skin concern after facial wrinkles.
As we age and expose ourselves to the
sun, brown spots and marks tend to
appear more frequently and have in the
past proven difficult to treat.
There are four major types of
hyperpigmentation:
Post-inflammatory
hyperpigmentation
(PIH)
This is caused by trauma to the skin
like a cut from shaving, acne or some
aggressive aesthetic treatments. In
response, the skin initiates a healing
response or inflammation, and there is
a healing rush of immune cells, blood
and nutrients to the site of attack.
PIH usually heals of its own accord,
although in some cases it can last for a
long time, and may need treatment
to encourage its resolution.
Age Spots
(or liver spots)
These are the annoying spots we
accumulate with age from exposure
to the sun or pollution. Unlike PIH,
age spots occur with no incidence of
trauma; instead their creation stems
from years of just living in our harsh
environment. Stressors such as UV
light and air pollution accelerate the
ageing of the skin cells, causing the
production of melanin. Many say
this form of hyperpigmentation is a
tell-tale sign of age, but now you
can treat it effectively.
Freckles
Our freckles are caused by an excess
of melanin on the skin. They can be
the result of genetics or from excess
sun exposure. Many of us love our
‘beauty spots’ but others find them
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Skin
Melasma
Sufferers of melasma often
seek treatment for this type of
hyperpigmentation. It sits deeper in
the skin’s dermis and often appears
on the face as larger brown patches
with a non-distinct border. More
common in women, the exact cause
of melasma is unknown but is often
linked to hormonal imbalances.
It can be made worse with sun
exposure, some medications,
pregnancy and stress.
To prevent future
hyperpigmentation, make sure
to apply a high sun protection such
as mesoprotech ® , which has five
innovative formulations, each with
the ‘collagen pro shield’ to provide
antioxidant protection that helps
neutralise free radicals. All products
in the mesoprotech ® range combine
physical, biological and/or chemical
filters for maximum protection against
UVB and UVA radiation.
Treating
pigmentation
We recommend cosmelan ® for
the professional treatment of
troublesome pigmentation spots.
Developed by mesoestetic ® and
distributed in Australia by Advanced
Cosmeceuticals, cosmelan ® is a new
generation depigmentation treatment
that finally offers clinically proven
results in all types of pigmentation,
including melasma. It is a ‘one-off’ in
clinic treatment with a home
care regime, that not only helps
visibly reduce dark spots, it also
restores radiance and luminosity
to the skin while equalising skin
tone. The treatment works by
helping to decrease the skin’s
melanin production.
cosmelan ® has an impressive
clearance rate, helping to reduce age
spots by up to 95% in nearly all cases.
The treatments are suitable for all
Fitzpatrick skin types and can be
used all year around.
And it gets better – cosmelan ®
has a dual action. It has a short-term
action to improve the appearance
of superficial pigmentation via
chemical exfoliation and a longer
term action which gives it an
advantage over other products, in
that its ingredients actually help to
reduce melanin production.
Although you need to prepare
yourself for some downtime, if you’re
a lifelong pigmentation sufferer, you
will know the possibility of having
smooth and clear skin far outweighs
the short downtime.
cosmelan ® uses kojic acid (KA),
which is a natural chelation agent.
This KA complex is partnered
with a high antioxidant vitamin
complex, which can help the skin
look rejuvenated and renewed, and
diminish the appearance of age spots
and pigmentation.
A vegetable extract complex is
used to hydrate and soothe the skin.
Notably, cosmelan ® also includes an
exfoliating agent to help accelerate
the natural renewal of the skin’s
upper layers and further reduce the
appearance of age spots.
The cosmelan ® Professional
Treatment affords an effective and
fast track solution to the clearance of
melasma pigmentation. CBM
WHERE
TO GET IT
cosmelan is available at select
skin clinics across Australia.
For stockists, visit www.
advancedcosmeceuticals.com.au
or call 1800 242 011
What to expect
The cosmelan ® treatment
consists of two phases and
it is imperative both be used
according to the directions to
achieve complete success.
Phase 1 – in the
clinic
The cosmelan ® 1 mask is applied
in the clinic and left on the skin
for a period of time, which is
determined by the professional
according to your skin colour
and type. This is usually around
8-12 hours.
Phase 2 – home
maintenance
The mask is removed at
home with warm water and
followed by an application of
melan recovery. cosmelan ® 2
maintenance cream is applied
at home according to the
recommended protocol of the
professional. The objective of
this highly effective maintenance
cream is to help the continued
brightening of the complexion,
while restoring luminosity.
Follow daily with melan recovery
and mesoprotech ® melan 130
pigment control.
Peeling of the treated skin
begins in approximately
48-72 hours and lasts about
three days. hydra-vital factor
k is provided for multiple
applications during the day
and night. Follow up is in 7-10
days and the cosmelan ® home
maintenance program must be
adhered to for effective results.

skin
Deep
Skin
hydrafacial results
in such smooth and
radiant skin It may well
be the only facial you’ll
ever want again!
The HydraFacial is no ordinary
facial. It incorporates
spa therapy with medical
technology to create truly
exceptional skin revitalisation
results. It’s a facial cleanse, microdermabrasion,
skin resurfacing
treatment and antioxidant boost i
n one quick, easy and pleasant
skincare session.
Suitable for all skin types, the
HydraFacial improves the appearance
of fine lines, wrinkles, congested and
enlarged pores, oily or acne prone
skin, hyper-pigmentation and brown
spots. Each treatment noticeably
decongests and shrinks pores, and
plumps the skin with antioxidant
and hyaluronic acid infusions.
Even the most sensitive skin
can benefit from a HydraFacial
treatment. The skincare professional
conducts a comprehensive skin
evaluation and sensitivity test,
then chooses the specific serums to
customise the treatment for your
unique skin conditions and needs.
In addition to helping problem
skin, the HydraFacial can be used
to revive dull, dehydrated or lifeless
complexions. Best of all, it is suitable
for women and men of all ages and
requires no downtime.
Immediately after a HydraFacial the
skin looks and feels dewy and gently
plumped. Fine to moderate lines are
smoother and less visible, and there
is a notable glow or radiance from
the complexion. Makeup is easier
to apply, which is what makes this
treatment so great to have before an
important social event. With repeated
treatments over time, the skin not
only looks healthier, but behaves
better – congested skin settles down,
pore size reduces, texture and tone
improve, and pigmentation becomes
more even.
While totally non-invasive,
relaxing and gentle, the HydraFacial
remains amazingly effective. Its
results are not only seen on the skin’s
surface, but also in the machine’s
waste jar, where the dirt and dead
skin cell detritus is collected and can
be viewed after treatment. CBM
WHERE
TO GET IT
To find a HydraFacial
practitioner in your area, visit
www.likeyourlook.com.au
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skin
fPut
your
ace
forward
best
for summer

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enjoy the benefits
of skin tightening
and the softening of
wrinkles and fine
lines with No Needles
and No Surgery.
t’s not all talk, there really is a way to
effectively combat the ageing effects of
gravity and oxidation on your skin
without surgery.
Thermage FLX is the #1 provider of
skin tightening treatments worldwide and
addresses the visible signs of ageing in
minutes. Thermage’s newest generation of
advanced skin repair technology, the FLX
is a skin tightening treatment with more
than two million procedures worldwide
under its belt. Thermage FLX works by
stimulating the formation of collagen
to tone and tighten, giving you a more
youthful appearance.
Thermage FLX’s improved level of
comfort sets it apart from previous
treatments with its vibrating handpieces
and cryogen-cooled applicator tips. Each
session is also 25% faster with a typical
face and neck treatment taking under
an hour and an eye treatment taking
around 20 minutes. Thermage FLX is
perfect for treating the whole face and
neck, the abdomen, buttocks, arms,
knees and thighs.
This exciting device uses patented
skin tightening technology that not only
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instant results, but also promotes the
production of new collagen growth
over time so that your skin’s appearance
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continues to improve after treatment!
Impressive results are achieved using
radio frequency energy to heat deep
layers of the skin, making them contract
and tighten over a 4 to 6 month period.
Areas are softened and rejuvenated
around the mouth, eyes and forehead
with improved definition to the jawline
and chin.
Thermage FLX is also effective
for reducing cellulite around the
stomach and thighs. For most patients,
measurable results appear gradually in
the two to six months following a single
treatment session and can last for 1-2
years depending on your skin condition
and ageing process.
The obvious advantage to this newgeneration
skin treatment is that it has a
genuine tightening effect without surgery
or injections and little to no downtime
– and only one treatment is typically
required for lasting results. Best of all,
results continue to improve over time.
Looking as young as you feel has never
been so effortless, so embrace tighter,
healthier, more beautiful skin instantly
and easily with Thermage FLX. CBM
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WHERE
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After After Thermage
AFTER ThermageAfter
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The Clinic
Bondi Junction, Sydney – 02 9386 1533
www.theclinic.net.au
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Balmain, Sydney – 02 9555 9506
www.skinrenu.com.au
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Sydney City – 02 9283 5344
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B
are
Beauty

After months of jeans
and jumpers, our hair
removal routine often
requires some attention
as spring replaces winter.
We look at the best defuzzing
options.
With bikini season just around the corner, the
thought of slipping into shorts after winter can
be daunting. It’s easy to neglect hair removal
when you’re covered in layers, but it’s not so easy to hide
while you’re sitting at the beach.
Being hair-free no longer seems to be a trend, but the
norm. Doctors have seen a steady increase in the number
of patients requesting permanent hair reduction, with the
‘Brazilian’ still among the most popular treatments for
female patients.
Depending on whether you want to fight the war on
body hair every few days or no more than once a month,
there’s a hair removal method that’s right for you.
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Shaving
Shaving is a quick, convenient option
for those of us who live busy lifestyles.
However, shaving only cuts the hairs, it
doesn’t remove them from the root. The
hairs also tend to grow back much faster
than other hair removal methods. You’ll
probably find you need to shave every
day or so to maintain silky smooth skin.

Philips SC1983
Lumea Essential
IPL Hair Removal
System, $549
Epilator
Delivering the same smooth results as waxing,
epilators feature tiny tweezers that grasp multiple
hairs and pull them out as you roll the epilator
over your skin. Be sure to exfoliate before and
after epilator treatment, as dead skin cells can
clog the affected hair pores to form pimples and
irritation on the skin.
Depilatory creams
Once known for their nasty odour, depilatory creams have come a long way.
Now these creams smell like tropical blends or spa treatments, and they
commonly possess moisturising and nourishing properties. Like shaving,
depilatory creams fail to remove hair from the root, so hair will grow back
quite quickly. It is important to use depilatory creams towards the end of
your shower or bath, as hydrated hair is easier to remove than dry hair.
Waxing
After waxing, you will generally be
left with silky, smooth legs for up to
six weeks. However, when hair does
grow back, you’ll need to let it grow
to a certain length (at least half an
inch) before the next wax. Because
waxing removes hair from the root,
hair shouldn’t feel spiky as it returns
and regular waxing has the potential
to reduce the amount of hair that
does grow back.
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Laser
The most permanent method of
de-fuzzing, laser hair removal lends
long-term results in achieving silky,
hair-free pins.
Today, a variety of lasers and lightbased
devices can be used to reduce hair
growth in unwanted areas. Although not
a permanent solution to hair removal,
after a treatment cycle only occasional
maintenance is needed.
The laser designed for hair removal
releases a wavelength of energy which
is absorbed by the pigment in the hair
follicles. By targeting the pigment,
the surrounding skin is not damaged
as the energy is absorbed by the hair
follicle only.
Prior to laser hair removal, it’s
important not to wax or pluck the
treatment area for at least six weeks.
This ensures hair is present, as without
it the laser will not achieve the desired
effect. The hair growth cycle plays an
important role in the success of laser
hair removal, and therefore multiple
treatments will be needed in order to
achieve long-term hair loss.
Hair follicles grow in a cycle, which is
commonly described in three stages. The
fi rst stage is referred to as anagen, or the
growth phase. Around 85 percent of all
hairs are in the growing stage at any one
time and, depending on the individual,
this may last for between two and three
weeks. Anagen is followed by catagen, or
the transitional phase, when the follicle
shrinks, and is partly destroyed. Finally,
the telogen phase describes a period of
rest, when the hair does not grow.
Laser has the greatest effect on growing
hairs. Because not all hairs are growing at
the same time – some are in transition,
and others are resting – it can take a
number of treatments to successfully
reduce the hair in any one area. Multiple
treatments are therefore typically spaced
several weeks apart to ensure the growth
phase of the hair is targeted. CBM
How to
prevent
ingrown
hairs
Ingrown hairs are hairs that have curled around
and grown back into your skin instead of rising
up from it. Sometimes, dead skin can clog up a
hair follicle, forcing the hair inside it to grow
sideways under the skin rather than upward and
outward.
For those pesky red bumps and other
irritations caused by shaving and waxing, daily
application of ingrown hair creams can prevent
them happening. Using an exfoliating scrub or
pumice stone on soapy skin should also help
reduce the occurrence of ingrown hairs.

1.
SOME ESSENTIALS
3.
2.
1. Remington i-LIGHT Smooth
Sense, $899.95
4.
2. Medik8 Nourishing Body
Cream 250ml, $66
3. mesoestetic stemCell
Body Serum 200ml, $120
4. Philips SatinShave Advanced
Wet & Dry Electric Shaver, $69.95
5.
5. Philips BRI956/00 Lumea Prestige
IPL Hair Removal Device, $799
6.
Our
picks
6. Braun SE9980 Senso Smart
Silk 9 Epilator, $329
7. Aspect Soothing Gel 118ml, $33
8. Nair Hair Removal Cream
with 100% Coconut Oil and
Vitamin E, 357g, $15
9. Nair Leg Mask, 227g, $15
10. PCA Skin Body Therapy, $104
11. Skinstitut Laser Aid, Cools,
reduces redness and swelling, $49
7 .
10 .
12. Dermalogica Thermofoliant
Body Scrub $87.50
9 .
8 .
11 .
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hair
trends
from the catwalk
Zimmermann brought the Australian summer
heat to hairstyles at this year’s NYFW.
The Wavelength collection, inspired by the
excitement of summer as a child in the 60s
and 70s, explores vibrant summer hues, from
burnt oranges and citruses, to sea foam green,
aqua and magentas. The collection’s warm colours are
supplemented by the season’s hero poster print, where
Zimmermann features girl surfers, along with Batik and
Ikat developed prints, shell adornments and shark tooth
accessories, emanating from the surfer culture of the
Australian summer.
Nicky Zimmermann, Creative Director, Zimmermann
said, ‘We wanted a collection that was fun, sexy and a little
cheeky. Something that embraced a mood of neverending
summers. Our looks needed to embody the Australian
summer, the heat and the waves.’ ‘Renya and the Wella
Professionals team were amazing as always this year,
knowing exactly how to create a look that embodies the
sexiness and fun of our Zimmermann girls. Once again
they helped bring our vision to life, finishing the looks with
vibrant, surfy styles that took us back to the 70s, with a
modern twist,’ adds Zimmermann.
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feature
Renya Xydis, Wella Professionals Global Creative
Artist drew upon the fun and beachy hues of the
Wavelength collection to create an inherently
Australian summer look for Zimmermann. Using
the EIMI Ocean Spritz salt spray to enhance texture
at the root area, Renya created a loose, beachy
wave. She then used EIMI Mistify Me Strong to
set the hair into a textured wave and layered with
EIMI Dry Me, to work into a manageable, matte
texture. Taking the tousled, beachy waves and
complementing with SP Luxe Oil and Reverse
Regenerating Spray Conditioner, Renya finished
the look with a polished shimmer. Renya says of
the look, ‘This style is true to my heart and very
Australian. I know it’s something wearable, cool and
sexy and echoes the vibrancy of the Wavelength
collection.’ ‘I wanted to create something that
refreshed and modernized the surf wave to evoke
a true Aussie vibe, while also celebrating the
beautiful and effortless style of Zimmermann’s
beach girl,’ she adds.
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Hero hair products used at Zimmermann NYFW:
• EIMI Ocean Spritz
• EIMI Mistify Me Strong
• EIMI Dry Me
• EIMI Glam Mist
• Wella SP Luxe Oil
• Wella SP Reverse Regenerating Spray Conditioner
Hair styling by Renya Xydis, Wella Professionals Global Creative Artist
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wellness

Inner
confidence
Vaginal Rejuvenation is often
misunderstood as purely aesthetic, but
Adelaide Pelvic Reconstructive Surgeon
Dr Oseka Onuma explains how surgery down
below can improve a woman’s life.
Sexual health has a massive influence over women’s
mental health and psychological wellbeing. Even
though it is not openly discussed in mainstream
media, or even between friends, genital surgery can
often help alleviate pain and improve quality of life for
many women.
Questions surrounding the appearance and function
of the vagina and urinary system can plague women of
all ages, yet talking openly about these concerns can be
challenging. A blanket of taboo means there is a lack of
open and honest public dialogue that makes it difficult
for some women to seek successful treatment – or even
know there are treatment options available.
Adelaide gynaecologist and pelvic reconstructive
surgeon Dr Oseka Onuma believes vaginal rejuvenation
has been misrepresented in mainstream media and, partly
because of this, women receive little support in making
a decision that may be necessary to ease discomfort or
improve self-confidence.
‘The number of women patronised by mainstream
media and even by some members of the medical
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I believe in empowering
women through knowledge,
choice and access to
world-class care.
’
wellness
Vaginal
Rejuvenation
for Sexual
DYsfunction
What are the options?
Some women suffer from a lack of sexual
pleasure due to significant vaginal laxity, offhandedly
referred to as a ‘loose vagina’. This is
often a direct result of childbirth and can deeply
impact upon relationships and women’s overall
mental well-being. These days women don’t
have to put up with sexual dysfunction, surgical
and non-surgical procedures can help.
“Surgery for female sexual dysfunction
should only be contemplated when a physical
cause for that dysfunction has been clearly
identified,” stresses Dr Onuma.
There is a range of surgical and non-surgical
options available that can address and hopefully
resolve these problems. For example both
surgical or laser reduction labioplasty can
sculpt the elongated or unequal labial minora
as desired. The vulvar structures (including
the labia minora, labia majora, mons pubis,
perineum, entrance to the vagina and hymen)
can be surgically enhanced, both functionally
and aesthetically.
Non-surgical laser vaginal rejuvenation
can effectively enhance vaginal muscle tone,
strength and control. For example a nonsurgical
treatment can be used to treat prolapse
and/or relaxation of the vaginal walls, which
results in dyspareunia or reduced sensation.
“Female sexual dysfunction is complex and
does not always imply abnormality. Affected
women should seek help – women should never
accept that it’s ‘just part of being a woman’,” Dr
Onuma concludes.

The Australian Centre for Female
Pelvic & Vaginal Rejuvenation
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?’
Oversized, elongated or asymmetrical labia minora can
also lead to aesthetic concerns and self-consciousness.
It can cause discomfort during sex and hinder certain
activities such as bike riding and horse riding, and often
makes wearing certain clothes such as swimwear, jeans or
tights uncomfortable.
‘Genital surgery can increase a woman’s confidence
in herself and her relationships,’ Dr Onuma explains.
‘Women may not find it easy to talk to strangers, doctors
or friends about a loose vagina, labial discomfort or lack
of vaginal sensation but these issues need to be raised and
explored in order to provide the options for improving
quality of life.
‘Some women live with the discomfort of oversized
labia for many years, and often when they come to see
me for a labiaplasty they have only recently become
aware they can have something done to improve the
situation,’ he says.
In some cases, functional and cosmetic concerns go
hand-in-hand in genital surgery. The shape and anatomy
of genitalia are unique to every woman and the effects of
child bearing and age can take their toll on some women
more than others.
Many women suffer problems with their genitalia
after childbirth that can contribute to feelings of selfconsciousness
and affect their relationship with sexual
partners. ‘With childbirth, the shape and tone of vaginal
tissue changes, sometimes resulting in embarrassment
or loss of sexual satisfaction,’ Dr Onuma says. ‘After
childbirth, there can sometimes be a reduced ability to
contract the vaginal walls and a feeling of “looseness” or
reduced sensation during intercourse.
‘Each patient will have different motivations, concerns
and expectations in seeking genital surgery,’ Dr Onuma
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. csbm
EMPOWERING WOMEN THROUGH
KNOWLEGE, CHOICE AND ACCESS
TO WORLD CLASS CARE
DR OSEKA ONUMA
Gynaecologist and Pelvic
Reconstructive Surgeon
BSc. (Hons), MJur., CCST,
MBBS, FRANZCOG, FRCOG
4 Robe Terrace,
Medindie SA 5081
08 8344 6085
reception@dronuma.com.au
www.dronuma.com.au
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silly season s

urvival
Here are our tried
and tested ways
to survive this
summer in good
shape.
another year has passed
and it’s that time again.
Christmas parties, New
Year celebrations, day
after day of hot weather
and school holidays
conspire against the
best efforts to stay trim,
healthy and, above all,
sane. Here are some
ideas for making it
through in one piece.
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It’s neither fair nor feasible to maintain a strict diet
all the way through the party season. Choose two
or three occasions when you will allow yourself
to indulge and then revert back to healthy eating
for the remainder of the summer. For example,
sticking to a salad and a mineral water at the office
Christmas lunch might do more to damage your
relationship with colleagues than a blow-out would
to your waistline. No one likes a party pooper.
Christmas calorie
catastrophes
The old-fashioned Christmas feast with roast turkey, hot
vegetables and Yorkshire pudding, all smothered with
lashings of bread sauce and rich gravy is a delightful idea
for those dining in the chilly Northern Hemisphere.
However, for those celebrating in the sunshine of an
Australian summer, it just doesn’t make much sense.
Follow the lead of clever Aussie families by abandoning
hot and heavy Christmas lunches in favour of a summery
selection of seafood and salad. In terms of calorie counting,
a light lunch of lobster, prawns and salad doesn’t even
compare with the old-fashioned Christmas fare. Make sure
you have some treats for guests who aren’t worried about
their weight. A cheese board is a great idea, as it can be left
out from the time guests arrive until the end of the day. As
a guide, include a good cheddar, a creamy Brie, a mild blue
vein and perhaps a hunk of something strongly flavoured.
Accompany that with some sliced pear, dried fruits, quince
paste and a selection of crackers.
For dessert, put out platters of seasonal summer fruits
such as strawberries drizzled with balsamic vinegar, sliced
melon, mango, kiwifruit, pineapple and paw paw and big
bowls of cold grapes in different colours. Set out a couple
of dipping bowls of King Island Creme Fraiche for a bit of
extra indulgence.
If you’re hosting the festivities, get rid of the leftovers
when your guests depart. Often it isn’t Christmas Day that
adds the extra kilos; it’s the week that follows of grazing
endlessly on all the goodies left in the fridge.

Liquid calories
A huge health trap to watch out for during the
holiday season is alcohol consumption. Even if
you watch what you eat and sometimes even
skip meals as the year winds up to warp speed,
all the celebratory drinks will add up and
eventually take their toll on your weight and
your health. Alcohol is loaded with calories in
the form of carbohydrates. One 200ml glass of
white wine contains around 135 calories – that’s
the same calorie count as a bowl of Coco Pops.
Stick to one glass of your chosen tipple at
any party (aside from the few you’ve chosen as
your ‘blow-out’ events) and opt for low-calorie
drinks where possible. Choose a diet mixer
rather than the full sugar version and light
beer instead of full strength. Avoid drinking
sparkling wine on an empty stomach, as the
bubbles encourage the stomach to absorb the
alcohol more quickly.
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The morning after
feature
Despite your best efforts, there will
inevitably be mornings during the
coming season when you’ll wake a
little the worse for wear. Hangovers
are the result of a number of factors,
most commonly lack of sleep,
dehydration of the brain, thiamine
(Vitamin B1) depletion and high
levels of intermediate metabolites of
alcohol still in the blood.
Thiamine is essential for
metabolising carbohydrates
(including alcohol) and for the
membrane polarisation and
depolarisation process involved in
nerve transmission.
Without sending your brain into
a tailspin, here’s what happens
when you drink more than two or
three alcoholic drinks in one sitting.
All available thiamine in the body
is diverted away from the brain
to metabolise the alcohol as it is
consumed. By-products of the
alcohol breakdown, many of which
are toxic in large quantities, float
around the body and enter the brain.
Once the body’s supply of
thiamine is exhausted, the alcohol
in the blood is converted to fat. The
body draws water from its tissues,
including the brain, in an effort to
dilute the excess alcohol and the byproducts
of its breakdown.
The drinker wakes up the
following morning with a pounding
headache (the result of a shrivelledup
brain), nausea, a dry mouth and a
few extra fat deposits.
The best plan for cheating a
hangover (aside from not drinking
too much in the first place) is twofold:
Firstly, load up on thiamine
before you start drinking. Keep
levels up throughout the night
and then replenish your stores
the following morning. The other
obvious rule is to stay hydrated. For
every glass of alcohol you drink, add
a glass of water.
Thiamine-rich foods include
Vegemite, pork (hence the classic
bacon breakfast cure), brown rice,
wholegrain cereals and beer nuts. It’s
also readily available in supplement
form from chemists and health food
stores. Thiamine is water soluble so
you can’t overdose – any excess will
simply be excreted by the body in
your urine.
This takes care of the hangover
from the inside. The outside,
however, might take a little more
work. Staying hydrated should help
with the problem of dull, dry skin
the following day. If you can manage
it, remove your makeup and apply
a rich moisturiser before you go to
bed. Keep some makeup removal
wipes and a night cream on your
bedside table, in case a trip to the
bathroom to wash your face is just
too much to handle.
The next morning, start your day
with a cool shower and finish up with
a blast of icy water on your face. This
should get your circulation flowing
and help reduce any puffiness
around the eyes.
If your face still looks like a halfdeflated
party balloon, lie down
with a cold compress over your
eyes. Buy a reusable gel eye mask
and keep it in the fridge ready for
beauty first aid emergencies. Failing
that, soak a face washer in icy cold
water with a dash of elderflower
water, lie down and place it over
your whole face. Banish puffy bags
and dark circles with cold slices of
raw potato or wet tea bags straight
from the fridge.

Incidental
exercise
December and January fly by in
a flash, with gym sessions easily
replaced by parties, long lunches and
lazy days by the pool. If you don’t
want to suffer the consequences come
March, make sure you get in as much
incidental exercise as you can.
Instead of catching up with friends
for a boozy lunch, suggest a day of
tennis (okay, with maybe a Pimm’s
afterwards). Walk instead of driving
or catching public transport. Enjoy
the sunshine and the warm balmy
evenings while they’re here and go
for a stroll. Climb the stairs instead of
taking the lift.
Use grocery bags as weights and
do some bicep curls on the way
home from the supermarket. Clench
your bottom cheeks together while
you’re standing in line to see Father
Christmas with the kids. Brace
your stomach muscles as you walk,
wherever you are, to improve your
core strength.
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Slip slop slap
No feature on surviving summer
holiday season would be complete
without hammering the point of sun
protection. You. Must. Cover. Up.
Every single day. It’s as simple, and
as inconvenient, as that.
Item one on your summer
shopping list should be a broadspectrum
sun block. Broad-spectrum
protection blocks both UVA and
UVB rays from the sun, and an SPF
factor of at least 30 is essential.
Sun protection isn’t just an issue
at the beach or by the pool. Every
morning apply a sunscreen to all
exposed areas, including your
face. These days there are plenty
of good-quality sunscreens for the
face, so there’s no excuse for not
applying one. To boost protection,
apply a topical antioxidant serum
containing free-radical guzzling
goodies such as Vitamin C.
Reapplying during the day is
admittedly not a viable option for
those who wear makeup to work.
To keep your protection levels
going, touch up with mineral
makeup, which acts as a sunblock,
during the day.
If you’re in the sun for an
extended period, you’ll need to
cover up with more than just a
lotion. Wear loose long-sleeved
clothing, sunglasses with UV
protection and a hat.

Don’t sweat it
Whether you sweat, perspire or glow,
it’s a normal and
essential bodily
function that
prevents us from
overheating when it
gets too warm; but damp
patches under the arms, runny
makeup and lank hair are not good
looks for the party season.
Here’s how to keep your cool:
• Wear an anti-perspirant as opposed to a
deodorant. An anti-perspirant contains
aluminium, which temporarily blocks
the pores from which your perspiration
flows. A deodorant only masks the odour
of perspiration.
• Carry a pack of wet body wipes in your
handbag to freshen up during the
day. Personal hygiene is a must during
summer. Daily showers are essential
and, as the days start to really heat up,
a shower before bed. Body powder
helps to soak up excess perspiration on
the feet, body and scalp. There are talc
and talc-free options available, with or
without fragrance. Dust yourself after your
morning shower to stay fresh throughout
the day.
• Stay hydrated. The more you perspire, the
more dehydrated you become. Not only
that, essential salts are excreted. If you
perspire too heavily without replenishing
what you are losing, the result might be
muscle cramps and headaches.
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eauty
You
Glow
Girl
We are all torn between
wanting to look bronzed and
glam and knowing spending
time in the sun is not a healthy
choice. here we give you the
best options for that ‘juststepped-off-the-plane-from-the
mediterranean’ look.
A
little on the milky side? More than
57 percent of women say a tan makes them
feel more attractive, confident and slimmer.
Put simply, a tan makes everything look
better and can make your skin look flawless
and more toned. Get a gorgeous glow the right way
– that is, with a spray tan or self-tanning product.

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BEAUTY
Self tanning
Bali Body Self Tanning
Mousse, $29.95
Bali Body Gradual Tan, $25.95
Sunescape Instant Self-Tan
Mousse, $44.95
We all know how harmful the sun’s rays can be, so
why not bluff your way to being a bronze goddess?
There’s nothing like a faux tan to make legs look
longer, leaner, shapelier and detract attention
from lumps, bumps, veins and other perceived
imperfections.
In the past few years, fake tans have come a long
way so there’s less chance of turning out the colour
of a carrot. The fi rst rule of a fl awless fake tan is
exfoliation. The night before your tan, use a body
scrub or exfoliating lather to remove any dry, fl aky
skin. This will ensure that your tan is applied to
a smooth, even canvas, resulting in a consistent,
natural-looking glow.
Before applying fake tan, slip on latex gloves
or a tanning mitt; orange palms are an obvious
fake-tan giveaway. It’s also important the gloves
fi t tightly, as loose gloves may leave streaks when
applying tan to skin.
Wait at least 15 minutes for the fake tan to dry
before putting clothes on. Most tans take between
two to eight hours to develop, so try to stay dry –
don’t shower, swim or work out – before then.
And remember: by keeping your skin hydrated
with a quality moisturiser every day, your skin will
be less likely to peel and the precious pigment will
be sealed in for as long as possible.

Ella Baché Great Mousse Tan
Dark 150ml, $29 and Great
Tanning Mitt, $9.90
A PERFECT SELF-TANNING OUTCOME
ISN’T ALWAYS GUARANTEED. HERE ARE
OUR TIPS FOR MAKING YOUR FAUX GLOW
LOOK AUTHENTICALLY SUN-KISSED.
Jergens
Natural Glow
Wet Skin
Moisturiser
221ml, $14.99
1.
EXFOLIATE
Use an exfoliating mitt and product to
slough off the dead skin prior to using
self-tanner. Concentrate on the thicker
areas such as the heels, elbows and
knees to avoid product build up. TIP:
If you have sensitive skin, shave the
night before you apply, as even the most
sensitive self-tanners could possibly
irritate your skin.
2.
DRY YOUR SKIN
Before you do anything, make sure
your skin is dry and avoid applying
moisturisers to anywhere apart from the
backs of your heels, elbows and knees.
And remember, no deodorant!
3.
DON’T MISS A SPOT
The best way to apply fake tan is in
sections, massaging skin in a circular
motion to achieve a natural, even look.
4.
WEAR GLOVES OR USE
A MITT
To avoid orange palms or having to
wash your hands after applying each
section, a tanning mitt is your best bet!
5.
DRY IT OUT
Wait at least 10 minutes before
getting dressed. For the next few
hours wear loose, dark clothing
and try to avoid sweating.
St Tropez Self Tan Watermelon
Infusion Mousse 200ml, $59.95
St Tropez Gradual Tan Watermelon
Infusion Moisture Miracle Body
Lotion 200ml, $34
TanGO Exfoliating
Mitt, $22.95
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Bronze
&Shine

Bronzers are like sunshine in a jar.
A subtle golden glow in the cooler
months can add a touch of radiance
and highlight your own beauty.
A strategic and gentle application
will create soft diffused warmth.
Try using a metallic bronze as a soft
liner under your lower lash line. You
can also lightly sweep a dusting of
shimmery shadow on upper lids – but
try not to go above the crease line
with highly metallic shades.
One of our favourite looks is softly
highlighted cheeks. Dust on a powder
bronzer with a fan brush fi rst, then go
over it with either a shimmery cream
blush or another powder blush in a
bright shade.
It’s fi ne to mix textures – creams
can work in tandem with powders if
the application is light. Dab a bit of
shimmer on the top of your cheeks
to instantly brighten and illuminate
your face.
Be sure to choose just one feature
to accentuate, so your shimmer
stays subtle and undetected. It’s all
about slowly building layers of colour,
so avoid heavy application
of metallic shadows!
A nifty highlighter is perfect to
combat dull or dehydrated skin
(especially after work). Dab small
amounts on top of your cheekbone –
from the apple of the cheek and up
through to the hairline. This makes
skin look hydrated while the diffused
light decreases the look of fi ne lines.
Also use small amounts on the inner
corner of the eye to add freshness and
under brow bone to lift the eye.
Accentuate your cheekbones by
applying a bronzer under them, to
create a more sculpted look.
Bronze all over in all the spots the
sun would touch (if we’d let it!). Do
it in a number 33 pattern – forehead
then under cheekbones then down
to the jaw line and fi nally under the
chin for sculpting.
Fenty Beauty
Sun Stalk’r Instant
Warmth Bronzer in
Caramel Cutie, $46
Bali Body
Shimmering
Body Oil, $29.95
La Mer The
New Glow
Highlighter $140
Iconic London
Illuminator 13.5ml,
in Glow, $68
Napoleon Perdis
Matte Bronze $60
jane iredale Moonglow
Bronzer Refill Only RRP
$83 and Moonglow
Bronzer & Silver
Compact, $103
Charlotte Tilbury
Supermodel Body, $88
Marc Jacobs
Beauty O!Mega
Bronzer Perfect
Tantric, $72
Marc Jacobs
Beauty Dew
Drops Coconut
Gel Highlighter
in Tantalize
24ml, $64
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FEATURE
Debbie
DELGADO
HER ARTISTIC EYE AND PROFESSIONAL
EXPERTISE ARE KEY TO THE AMAZING
TRANSFORMATIONS SHE ACHIEVES WITH
MAKEUP AND PASSION.
Debbie Delgado is a
professional makeup
artist, educator and
entrepreneur with
25 years international
experience. With a
global career in the beauty
industry, Debbie has worked
in Peru, Venezuela, the United
States, Asia, Australia and New Zealand.
Widely respected as New Zealand’s
top eyebrow threader, Debbie has made
her mark nationwide with television &
magazine appearances displaying her
remarkable beauty techniques.
Debbie continually strives to provide

Photographer @chanelledickinsonphotography
fresh ideas through her craft, and is
passionate about uplifting
and supporting women to be the
best they can be.
She explains: ‘My passion for
makeup goes beyond making people
look good; my goal is also to make
them feel good about themselves.
Makeup can transform a woman’s
look and increase her confi dence
levels. With just a few strokes of a
makeup brush and a splash of colour,
a woman can enhance her natural
beauty or create a whole new look’.
BRIDES
With a wealth of experience in
the beauty industry including
advertising, TV and fashion, Debbie
Delgado understands the unique
requirements of bridal make-up
and the value of having long
lasting and fl awless make-up that
looks spectacular for hours, both
in person and in photographs that
last a lifetime. Debbie often travels
internationally to be a part of many
a bride’s special day.
Debbie Delgado is famous for her
‘before’ and ‘after’ transformations.
Images speak for themselves, and
there is no trick photography or
surgical intervention.
Debbie’s philosophy with these
make-overs is to capture the best of
you and capture it forever (when
combining these makeovers with
a photoshoot), working with your
natural attributes to capture your
inner beauty.
The amazing results are a
transformation from the ‘everyday
you’ to an enhanced, more
radiant and ‘picture perfect’
version of yourself.
CLASSES
One of Debbie’s passions is teaching
and sharing her skills with as many
women as possible. She travels
around New Zealand doing several
make-up workshops a year where
she shares her craft with hundreds
of women.
She notes: ‘The application of
make-up is a skill that women are
expected to possess, and yet one in
which they very rarely receive any
formal training. We are often reliant
on a process of learning through
trial and error; often an expensive
path in a world where products are
marketed on the basis of brand, not
their suitability to different skin tones
or bone structure. The secret of a
beautiful face isn’t an expensively
assembled make-up bag, or
complicated application techniques;
it’s about using the right products in
the right places to bring your natural
beauty to the fore.’
Debbie Delgado’s make-up lessons
are designed to help strip away the
mystery of make-up, and simplify the
number of products and application
techniques that are right for you as
an individual.
Debbie Delgado Cosmetics: After
many years working with the best
make-up brands, Debbie decided
it was time to create her own, to
ensure she was going to achieve the
best results. A big part of getting an
amazing, long lasting result when
doing makeup, is using good quality
products. Debbie Delgado Cosmetics
prides itself on quality and holds
the mantra that beauty should not
come at the expense of animal
testing. Debbie Delgado Cosmetics
can stand up against the top players
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in the industry, but without the ethical
compromise. Debbie Delgado Cosmetics
are available for worldwide shipping from
www.debbiedelgado.co.nz
Social media
In the last few years Debbie has become
an ambassador for several well known
brands in New Zealand and has a large
following on several platforms. Instagram:
@bydebbiedelgado / Debbie Delgado
Facebook page. Also recently, she has
started a new Facebook Group ‘Debbie
Delgado VIPs’ where every Saturday
she does LIVE make up tutorials, so
people around the world can have free
access to her classes.
Debbie’s influence across her
extensive social media and marketing
platforms has provided many
opportunities and developed an
experienced and strong skill set
in modelling, public speaking and
promotion, event production, and closest
to her heart, charity contributions.
Debbie practices and promotes her
highest ethic of grattitude throughout
her life. Debbie views her authentic
audience as a privilege and is passionate
and committed to utilising her skillset
to uplift, enhance and promote others
to a better self. This is evidenced in her
commitment to her projects, content
creation, audience connectivity and
retention and regularity in reach and
response. CBM
WHERE
IS IT?
For more information or to buy
products contact Debbie on
+64 272218686 or email
debbie@debbiedelgado.co.nz
instagram: @bydebbiedelgado
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Indian
Brides
with indian weddings lasting at least
three days, or even a week, the bride is the
showpiece for the myriad of guests and
colourful celebrations. since her face will
be on show and in hundreds of photos, her
makeup needs to be spot on.

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2019
Gift
Christmas
Guide
no matter who you need to buy a gift for
this christmas, we’ve got you covered. If
you end up spoiling yourself in the process,
then that’s ok too!
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1.Jean Paul Gaultier Holiday Collectors, Classique, $169, 2.Lancôme La Vie Est Belle En Rose EDT 100ML $159, 3. Viktor
& Rolf Flowerbomb Christmas Limited Edition 100ml $210, 4. Salvatore Ferragamo Signorina Ribelle 50ml, $122 &
100ml, $167, 5. Ralph Lauren Woman Intense EDP $199, 6. Jo Malone London Rose & Magnolia Cologne 100ml, $199, 7.
Trudon EDP 100ml, $299, 8. Amouage Portrayal Woman EDP100ml, $449, 9. Alien Couture Set, $112.
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1. Keratin Protect Undone Waves, for the beach wave fanatic, $39.95, 2. VS Sassoon Digital Sensor Hot Air Styler,
for the vivacious and voluminous gal, $99.95, 3. Frizz Defense Straightening Brush, for the girl on the go, $69.95, 4.
Mermade Hair Waver, $89, 5. VS Sassoon Curl Secret Optimum, for the curl lover, $129.95 6. Cloud Nine The Alchemy
Limited Edition collection, The Original Iron Gift Set, $355, 7. ghd gold ® rose gold gift set, $295, 8. evo thank goodness,
volume, $80, 9. Schwarzkopf Professional BC Color Freeze Silver Set, $54.95, 10. OGX haircare Christmas gift packs,
Nourishing + Coconut Milk Collection, $19.99 and Smoothing + Liquid Pearl Collection, $29.99, 11. Batiste Wildflower
Gift Set RRP $9.95, 200ml, 12. Davines Oi Trio Shampoo, Conditioner and All in one milk, $85.90, 13. evo ho, ho, ho bon
bons, smooth, $15.95
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Diet
is a dirty word
Keira Rumble, founder of
Krumbled Foods and a
certified nutrition and
wellness advisor, explains
why SHE NEVER USES THE
WORD ‘diet’.
eto, Atkins, Paleo, 5:2, Intermittent Fasting,
low carb diet, are all buzz diet words we see
flashed across our screens and magazines
daily, and with those New Year’s resolutions
fast approaching, get ready to see the ‘new
year, new you’ phrase popping up more
and more.
So why is the word ‘diet’ such a dirty
word? Technically speaking, the word
diet should refer to the way someone
eats, not what they eat to lose weight.
Yet in today’s day and age, the word

diet is tightly linked to weight loss
and restrictive eating, which can lead
to body image issues, body shaming,
eating disorders and other mental
health issues.
After seeing first-hand just how
detrimental being fixated on a specific
diet could be for your mental health,
I personally refuse to use the word
‘diet’ in my vocabulary. Instead, my
approach to food is to live life in
balance, focusing on micro-nutrients
just as much as macro-nutrients,
being active, being conscious about
how much sugar is in pre-packaged
snacks, looking after your mind, and
most of all, getting guidance from a
qualified professional when you feel
you need help with your health.
What scares me even more about
the ‘weight loss industry’ is the shift
from the word ‘diet. The word has
been replaced with clever marketing
spin, coining up new names like keto,
Atkins, paleo, no grains and so on.
Now, that is not to say that I don’t
think ‘diets’ don’t work, that isn’t the
point of this article. My point is that
the word ‘diet’ has been manipulated
over the years to represent something
much more than what you are eating;
it now in my opinion, can lead to
an array of mental health and body
image issues.
With summer fast approaching,
it is so easy to fall into the idea
of a quick summer shred. But
rather than a quick fix that will
result in restrictions, here are my
tips for a year-round healthy lifestyle
that is manageable.
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Get moving
No matter what your fitness
level is, waking up a little
bit earlier and going for a
morning walk, or doing a
5-10 minute stretch before
the family wakes, is a great
way to start your day with
movement.
Colours on your plate
Don’t be afraid to get creative with your meals! I am a big
believer that healthy food doesn’t have to be boring! We live
in a wonderful digital world where there are literally millions
of recipes that will inspire us to move outside of our comfort
zone with beautiful fresh produce. So rather than focusing solely
on your macros (if that is your thing), expand that into micronutrients,
and look to food as something to nourish you from the
inside out.

How much sugar is
in your snack?
Sugar is huge part of our day-to-day
consumption; according to studies 1 the
average Australian is consuming over 14
teaspoons of sugar a day. Sugar can not
only lead to obesity, but can also play
a huge roll in your mental health. A
simple way to reduce your sugar intake
is by looking at the back of packets. Be
cautious of foods labelled as ‘healthy’, as
there are a lot of products on the market
that actually have more sugar than your
standard Mars bar.
This rise in ‘healthy snacks’ that
actually weren’t healthy was a reason
why I started my food business Krumbled
Foods. I set out on a mission to create low
sugar, functional natural foods. My Beauty
Bites have only 2.8g sugar per serve
(opposed to other collagen products that
have over 18g sugar per serve – which is
nearly your recommended sugar intake per
day in one bar). CBM
Opt for low
sugar health
snacks like
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Fertility
options
after a
cancer
diagnosis
A cancer diagnosis often comes out of
the blue and starting or extending your
family will probably be the last thing on
your mind. However, it’s important to
consider your options for the future,
explains Shonagh wAlker.
A
cancer diagnosis is a
frightening enough prospect,
not to mention the thought
of months of gruelling treatment.
On top of this, many young girls
and women discover they have just
a tiny window to decide on their
future fertility options. It’s something
they may not have even planned
to consider for many years to come,
particularly if they’re pre-pubescent.
However, with medical
advancements and technology being
more effective and more readily
available than ever before, this
window of hope is widening and
allowing increasing numbers of cancer
patients the chance to realise their
dreams of starting or extending their
family. Here, experts share their best
advice on preserving your fertility in
the face of a cancer diagnosis.

Don’t be afraid to
ask questions
For many women, the situation is
daunting enough, so important questions
can frequently be forgotten. Also, there
are some doctors who aren’t wellversed
in the fertility issues surrounding
cancer treatments, or who may see the
importance lies in treating the disease
first and foremost. The lesson here is,
‘there are no silly questions’, so ask
everything and anything!
Naturally, cancer is a scary prospect for
any woman to face, says Krystal Barter,
founder and CEO of Pink Hope. ‘For
those who develop cancer at a young
age or carry a genetic predisposition, it
is often doubly scary,’ she says. ‘You are
dealing with your own health, difficult
decisions and are often confronted with
the very real likelihood that the decisions
you make will affect your ability to have
children in the future. All this at an age
where having children mightn’t even be
on the radar.
‘Taking preventative measures often
means that high-risk women can live
cancer free and go on to have happy,
healthy pregnancies,’ says Krystal.
‘However, for many women in the Pink
Hope community impacted by a highrisk
mutation or carrying a BRCA gene,
cancer can strike at a young age and
aggressively, leaving you little time to
make the necessary decisions about future
family plans.
‘Women and their partners need more
information and better consultation
with their doctor around their fertility
before considering preventative measures
and, most importantly, women with
cancer need to be given urgent fertility
preservation opportunities,’ she says.
What are your
options?
For the majority of women facing
a cancer diagnosis and subsequent
treatment, hope for a family is tangible,
especially if they are of fertile age, stresses
Dr Raewyn Teirney, Australia’s leading
fertility specialist and gynaecologist.
‘Couples, and indeed single women,
should know that all is not lost,’ says Dr
Jess and Travers on their wedding day with their ‘groomsdog’ Ari.
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Teirney. ‘I regularly see patients
with cancer to help them continue
or begin their fertility journey once
their treatment is complete and they
are in remission.
‘Women are sent to us for urgent egg
retrieval and we can then harvest and
freeze their eggs, which at a later date we
can inseminate with their partner’s sperm
and create a beautiful healthy baby.’
According to Dr Teirney, there are
typically two options available:
1. Egg freezing
‘We often do this for single women
who are about to undergo chemotherapy
for cancer, which can send them into
menopause,’ she explains. ‘It gives
them peace of mind that they may be
able to have a healthy, happy family
later in life, either with donor sperm,
or a future partner.
‘If a woman is diagnosed with cancer,
their oncologist can refer them for this
procedure typically within 24 to 48 hours.
IVF Australia has methods in place to
fast-track such cases, as we understand
just how stressful these situations can be.
We also have minimised your out-ofpocket
costs for your fertility preservation
treatment, which can be discussed in
more detail during your appointment.’
2. Embryo Freezing
‘We look at this for couples,’ explains
Dr Teirney. ‘We look at having an urgent
IVF cycle and creating embryos that
we then freeze for couples to implant
at a later date. The uterus is normally
unaffected by most cancer treatments
and to implant an embryo, we administer
hormones to maintain a healthy
pregnancy, teamed with regular checkups
and the correct pregnancy vitamins.’
While every case is an individual one,
the younger the woman and her eggs, the
better the chances are of a pregnancy and
healthy baby. Dr Teirney estimates that:
• For a woman aged 35 or under, one
stimulated IVF cycle would result
in the collection of 10 to 12 eggs, of
which between seven and nine would
be suitable for vitrification and storage;
‘
Jess and Travers regularly campaign to raise funds and awareness for cancer research.
IVF Australia has methods
in place to fast-track such
cases, as we understand
just how stressful these
situations can be.
’

Dr Raewyn Teirney and one of
her specialised fertility nurses.s.
Dr Raewyn Teirney
• Approximately 80-90% of eggs
would survive warming in the future;
• Approximately 50-80% of surviving
eggs would fertilise;
• Approximately 80-90% of fertilised
eggs would develop into embryos;
and
• A single embryo would have a
20-35% chance of developing into
a pregnancy.
(Source: IVF Australia)
‘So, we see that medically, many
women who have been diagnosed with
cancer are able to achieve their dreams
of conceiving, enjoying a healthy
pregnancy and becoming a mother,’
says Dr Teirney.
Often there are only a few days
between diagnosis and beginning
treatment, explains Professor Bill
Ledger who heads up the Fertility
Research Centre at the Royal
Hospital for Women in Sydney. ‘It is
something the oncologists want to
do quickly for obvious reasons. If the
cancer is aggressive, they might not
have much time.
‘The likelihood of these women
achieving their dreams of having a
family is generally quite good,’ says
Professor Ledger. ‘If we can freeze
five or six embryos, or 12 eggs from
someone under 35, then her chance of
having at least one child is better than
fifty-fifty. You can never guarantee,
of course. Things can go wrong –
eggs don’t always fertilise, embryos
don’t always implant, but if we get a
reasonable number in the bank and she
is younger, then it is a better chance.
If a woman is 40 or over then of course
the chances aren’t as high.’
Pre-teens and
pre-pubescent girls
But what of girls who haven’t yet
reached puberty? What are their
options? Australian-led technology
is proving to pave the way globally
for such patients, by freezing ovarian
tissue from pre-pubescent girls with
the plan to graft it once cancer
treatment is completed and when
fertility is required. Melbourne fertility
specialist, Dr Kate Stern, is leading
the advancements in this area and,
to date, her group has taken tissue
from over 400 women and young girls
facing infertility as a result of their
cancer treatment.
‘We have been storing ovarian
tissue for 20 years now,’ she says.
‘Obviously, in the early days, we
weren’t as confident of success,
but in the last few years there has
been enormous progress in research.
Our first birth – twins – was in 2014.
We have now put tissue back into
around 26 patients and have had
five babies. We have only been
storing tissue taken from young
girls for a few years, in collaboration
with the team at the Royal Children’s
Hospital. We have not yet had
any requests to graft tissue into
women who were children at the
time of their cancer treatment.
These patients have not yet reached
an age where they are ready to
become parents, however we are
optimistic that the technology will
be very successful’.
We now get referrals to help
preserve fertility for children and
young women, especially those with
breast cancer, which is one of the
commonest cancers in women of
reproductive age. For these women
with breast cancer, we mainly still
do egg freezing. However there have
been some women who have not
had enough time, so we have taken
ovarian tissue. For some women we
do both.
‘We also currently have a grant
with the Sony Foundation which,
for young patients aged between
13 and 30, covers the cost of transport
and processing, allowing young
people now the opportunity for best
practice fertility preservation, even
if they live a long way away from a
major city. This is such an exciting
opportunity to expand access to care
for all young people who need our
specialised services.’
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feature
Two days after her 30th birthday in
2017, Jess Braude was riding high.
She had just enjoyed wonderful
birthday celebrations with beloved
family and friends and was looking
forward to a year of happiness,
love and joy with her childhood
sweetheart Travers Marony, also 30 at
the time. Neither of them could have
imagined their world would be turned
upside down just two days later.
But then, the unthinkable
happened. Doctors found a lump in
her breast.
‘It was two days after my birthday
– can you believe it?’ she asks with
a wry smile. ‘I mean, I knew there
may have always been a chance – I
discovered that I had the BRCA2
gene in October 2016, so I was having
six-monthly testing anyway. But to
find out so close to my birthday was a
bit of a rude shock!
‘On my second-ever test in July
2017, they found a one-centimetre
lump. It turned out to be breast
cancer, specifically triple-negative
breast cancer. Triple-negative breast
cancer is a cancer that tests negative
for oestrogen, progesterone and HER2
receptors.
‘Put simply, it’s the worst kind, as
it’s considered to be more aggressive
and have a poorer prognosis than
other types of breast cancer, mainly
because there are no targeted
medicines that treat triple-negative
breast cancer.’
If there was a silver lining, it was
probably that Jess and Travers had
been together for over a decade,
so the conversation about fertility
preservation wasn’t as highly
pressured as it might be for those
who’d just started a relationship, or
indeed, those who are single.
‘Travers and I had been together
for 12 years, so we were in a lifelong
Jess and Travers remain positive and bouyant

Jess when she was undergoing cancer treatment.
‘
commitment anyway,’ says Jess. ‘I am
so lucky I was in that position. I have
spoken to other women who aren’t in
relationships and it is an added layer
of complexity having to have that
conversation. It is hard enough to
meet someone without knowing you
have to explain all of this too!’
With a family history, Jess was well
armed with the facts.
‘My paternal grandmother had
died of breast cancer at 34, when my
dad was five years old. We had heard
of this testing and my cousin was
keen. She had mentioned it to my
family, so my dad and uncle did the
genetic screening first and both had
Jess’s positivity stayed with
her throughout the entire ordeal
and she remains as buoyant
as ever today.
’
the BRCA gene. My sister then got
screened and, yep, we both have the
gene too.’
From there it was a matter of
screening every six months. Rather
than wallow in self-pity or fear, Jess
and her sister decided to make a sixmonthly
event of the tests.
‘We thought we would have
this ‘date’ every six months, to do
something for ourselves and make
it special. That way it was no more
routine than a pap smear, but we also
had some sisterly bonding to look
forward to.’
‘You have a mammogram and
an ultrasound, and at six-monthly
intervals, an MRI. I had the
mammogram and ultrasound in
December and had the MRI in July,
which is when they picked it up. It
was deep within my breast and wasn’t
detectable to touch. Because of my
age and dense breast tissue it may not
have been there six months before,
but it may have been and was just not
detectable.’
Jess’s positivity stayed with her
throughout the entire ordeal and she
remains as buoyant as ever today.
‘I am one hundred per cent one of
the lucky ones – for some reason fate
had it and I knew to have the test. A
lot of people don’t have the luxury of
being able to intervene so early. It was
the family thing that threw us a little
though.
‘At some point, of course we
wanted a family, but I wanted to be
the one to choose when the time
was right. Travers and I are both very
practical. We are not deep talkers –
we didn’t even talk about it. We just
knew we were going to go down the
path of fertility preservation. Neither
of us had the energy or time to have
an in-depth conversation about it.
We were told that ‘this is what we
should do’, so that is what we did!
‘I was told early on that chemo
could ‘fry my eggs’. My biggest fear
was that chemotherapy would place
me into early menopause and I
would become infertile. I had the
opportunity to do one round of IVF
before chemotherapy started, but
I experienced a looming sensation
that that was the only option I would
have.
‘I was given a monthly injection
of Zoladex, which switches off the
ovaries and puts them to sleep. I
had that and even though there
was every chance it wouldn’t work;
it was successful, and I was able to
do another round of IVF after my
chemotherapy was over. I was so
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lucky that my breast surgeon, Dr
Kylie Snook, was open with me from
the start and was well schooled in all
options available to me. She was the
one who made me the appointment –
she was like my case manager.
‘Straight after my first surgery she
told me I would need to do a round
of IVF as an ‘insurance policy’ as
chemotherapy was the only treatment
for my type of cancer and she made
me an appointment to see the IVF
doctor. And then of course, my IVF
doctor recommended I take Zoladex
during chemotherapy, which turned
my ovaries off through the duration of
the treatment and protected my eggs.
‘Even though Travers and I were
in a long-term relationship, having
children was way down the list of
priorities for both of us at the time.
We had just moved to Singapore
for his work and I was about to
start a two-year master’s program.
The doctor recommended creating
and freezing embryos as there was
a higher success rate when it came
to implanting them. Obviously, this
was not my area of expertise, nor my
partner’s, so we basically went with
what the doctor recommended.
‘And so, I had a lumpectomy
followed by one round of IVF, which
took about two weeks. The following
week I started chemo. The most
painful part was having to deal with
the fact that suddenly I was staring
down the barrel of a future I’d had no
part in writing.
‘In terms of the medical side,
I basically became a human pin
cushion. There were daily injections
for two weeks to stimulate my
ovaries, along with blood tests and
ultrasounds every couple of days to
track my progress. This was followed

‘
Despite her traumatic ordeal, Jess
remains hopeful and happy and is
overjoyed that through her experience,
she can help others.
’
by day surgery under a light sedation
to retrieve the eggs. Other side effects
I experienced were bloating, stomach
cramps and mood swings.’
Despite her traumatic ordeal,
Jess remains hopeful and happy
and is overjoyed that through her
experience, she can help others.
‘It helped me to connect with
other young women who were going
through this and that is how I found
the Pink Hope community. My
friends and family, as supportive as
they were, had no idea what I was
going through and were not able to
provide me with advice.
‘Pink Hope fosters a community
where there is no judgement –
something that is rare among young
women in today’s society. Through
this community I have met other
young women who have provided me
with the knowledge, coping skills and
support to get me through what has
been the hardest time of my life.
And as for her future, Jess holds
nothing but high hopes!
‘I am really lucky that the
injections I had during chemotherapy
worked for me, and Travers and I just
completed a second round of IVF.
This is because we were fortunate
enough to be able to genetically test
the four embryos we create at the
start of this process. Less fortunately,
three of them had the BRCA gene,
which meant we were left with one
embryo that had a 40 per cent chance
of working. During this second
round we were able to get five more
embryos, three of which don’t have
the gene. This places us in a really
good position to be able to have a
family!’
‘Travers and I got married in
October last year, and my little dog
Ari was in the wedding party. We
know have four embryos that we
can use to start our family. Everyone
wants to know when we are going to
start. It is a hard one because we were
living overseas when it was diagnosed.
I had come back for my 30th and to
get the MRI and I was not at a time
in my life where I could have a child.
Not that there is ever a good time!
‘Cancer ruined my fricken plans!!
There is still a lot to do before I have
kids and can’t do what I want to do.
This sounds selfish but it is the way
it is. The ‘kids’ are there ready to go
when I need them! At the moment,
I need my sleep. I can’t be up all
night with a crying baby. Maybe in
six months, maybe in a year… at the
moment it’s a bit daunting.
‘I am back at work full-time and
I feel really good. I am trying to get
back into a normal routine, although
my energy levels are not where they
were. But I am doing really well, and I
am so grateful!’
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