CosBeauty Magazine #96

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84 Flowerbomb Ruby Orchid 

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86 Your guide to breast 

augmentation 

Breast implant surgery is not a 

case of one size fits all. We look 

at the essential components of 

choosing the right breast implant 

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REGULARS 

10 Editor’s Letter 

12 Beauty Insider 

104 Ed’s Faves 

FEATURES 

28 Diversity in the beauty industry: 

How is Australia performing? 

A new research report 

commissioned by Allergan 

Aesthetics says Aussies are 

giving the local beauty industry 

a C+ for diversity. Here’s why. 

56 Why Pollution Could Be 

Causing Your Acne – And How 

to Prevent It 

Did you know air pollution 

is one of the most common 

causes of adult acne? Here’s 

how to help protect skin from 

pollution damage. 

70 The epic evolution of the 

eyebrow 

Bushy brows are bowing out 

while thin brows are making 

a comeback. In honour of the 

skinny brow revival, we look at 

eyebrow trends through the 

decades.

BEAUTY 

34 Skin concern? There’s a serum 

for that! 

From skin plumping and 

hydration to improving 

pigmentation and blemishprone 

skin to protecting against 

environmental pollutants, 

serums have changed the 

way we think about and buy 

skincare. 

96 Autumn/winter makeup trends 

High-impact, low-maintenance 

looks with a nod to the 90s. 

Here’s what to wear on your face 

this season. 

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From the 

EDITOR 

The beauty industry is rebounding and in-person events are well and truly 

back – we’ve been showered with a slew of new product launches that are 

reinventing skincare as we know it. In this issue we look at some of the 

freshest new products to grace your bathroom shelves and makeup bags, so 

turn to our Beauty Insider on page 12 to get started. 

We also do a deep dive into the various serums on the market on page 34. Find out 

how they work and which active ingredients are best for pigmentation, acne, dry skin 

and ageing skin, plus more! 

Looking for a solution to blemish-prone skin? Move over hormones, diet and stress 

– it appears air pollution is one of the most common causes of adult acne. Our article 

on page 56 shares how to help protect skin from pollution damage and keep blemishes 

at bay. 

As the weather gets cooler and our winter wardrobes come out of hiding, it’s the 

perfect time to experiment with this season’s 90s-throwback makeup trends. From 

brick-brown lips to russet eyeshadows, this iconic glam look is actually more wearable 

than you might think! Check out our feature on page 96 for some of our favourite 

products to achieve the 90s cool. 

We also investigate the breast augmentation mammoplasty procedure, also known as 

a ‘boob job’. Far from being a one-size-fits-all procedure, there are a myriad of decisions 

to make and considerations to be mindful of before you take the plunge. Our guide to 

breast augmentation on 86 has you covered. Want even more? Our sister site 

www.AestheticAdvisor.com.au has everything you need to learn the ins and outs of all 

the most popular cosmetic procedures. 

We hope you enjoy reading this issue as much as we’ve enjoyed creating it for you. 

Enjoy a beautiful winter! 

Issue 96 

May – July 2022 

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TRINNY LONDON EXPANDS 

INTO SKINCARE 

After four years of incredible growth, 

Trinny London is moving to the next 

level: skincare. 

The skincare line will be released 

one category at a time, with the 

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demystify the world of skincare by 

dividing it into easy-to-understand 

chapters so that every individual 

fully understands their skin and what 

it needs. 

Why start with cleansers? A 

clean canvas is your first and most 

important step – without a good 

cleanse, the rest of your products 

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potential. Cleansers can often be 

overlooked in the grand scheme of a 

full routine, but it’s so important they 

get the attention they deserve. 

Trinny London has formulated 

two luxurious, refillable cleansers 

that make cleansing your face an 

active ritual to look forward to. Be 

Your Best Enzyme Balm Cleanser 

($60) is oil-based to nourish skin 

and melt away makeup, and Better 

Off AHA/PHA Gel Cleanser ($50) 

is formulated with liquid exfoliants 

to go a little deeper and nudge 

off dulling dead skin cells. Used 

together or alone they leave your 

skin perfectly prepped for your 

next step. Stay tuned for the next 

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SKIN MTX WINS “NICHE 

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Award-winning dermatologicalgrade 

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Advanced Reconditioning Cream 

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dryness, visible redness and 

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SkinMTX TeloZyme Youth 

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@cosbeauty 

KLORANE PARTNERS WITH 

RAINFOREST RESCUE 

Klorane’s major partnership with 

Rainforest Rescue will help grow 50,000 

trees in the Daintree Rainforest. 

In an effort to sustain Australia’s 

incredible biodiversity for future 

generations, Klorane has partnered 

with Rainforest Rescue, a not-for-profit 

organisation with objectives to protect 

and restore rainforests. Global warming 

is a growing, serious issue and one way 

to mitigate the damage and make a real 

difference is to plant trees. Lots of trees. 

With this partnership, Klorane helps 

contribute towards all the steps that go 

into propagating and growing 50,000 of 

the 75,000 seedlings that will be grown by 

the end of 2022. Klorane will be helping 

to double up the tree output across the 

nurseries with their investment, resulting 

in the largest nursery the Daintree has 

ever seen. 

Laurent-Emmanuel Saffré, Head of 

Oceania Region and CEO of Pierre 

Fabre Australia says, ‘At Klorane we are 

pharmacists, we are botanists, and we are 

committed to the planet. And we have 

been doing this for over 50 years. 2022 

marks an important year as we are going 

one step further in our environmental 

actions by supporting Rainforest Rescue 

in growing 50,000 trees in the Daintree. 

It is our mission to support crucial plant 

rescue and protection programs, as well 

as inspiring a love of plant science in 

generations to come.’ 

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CHARLOTTE TILBURY DROPS 

NEW HIGH-PERFORMANCE 

SKINCARE INNOVATION 

Meet your superpower for 

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Superfusion Facial Oil, $100, has 

been designed with breakthrough 

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non-comedogenic. Combining 

potent plump-effect collagen 

with powerhouse plant extracts 

and soothing essential oils, this 

miracle elixir is like rehab for dry 

skin. It soothes, smooths, hydrates 

and plumps the look of skin, while 

helping to calm and soothe the 

senses with the transformative 

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Super-charged actives include: 

Collageneer ® , a molecule extracted 

from the Sweet White Lupine Seed 

coatings that helps to improve the 

feeling of skin elasticity and firmness 

while reducing the appearance of 

sagging on facial contours; Cocoyl 

Hydrolysed Collagen, a powerful 

plant-derived collagen to help 

rehydrate the skin for a plumping, 

firming effect; NanoCacao O, an 

extract of cocoa beans rich in ‘feel 

good’ chemicals found in chocolate 

that helps to give skin a destressed 

appearance by smoothing the 

look of fine lines and wrinkles; and 

MAXnolia O, an extract derived 

from Magnolia Bark that helps to 

reduce the look of redness, boost 

skin hydration levels and give the 

feeling of firmer, smoother, more 

elastic skin. 

BRAND BEHIND WORLD-FAMOUS 

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Getting your “beauty sleep” is 

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The mask, which retails for $49.95 

on alyaskin.com.au and in select 

pharmacies, is the ninth product in 

the Alya Skin range – adding to the 

brand’s impressive line-up of bestselling 

products (including their 

hero product, the Australian Pink 

Clay Mask.) 

The Pink Marine Collagen Sleep 

Mask is designed to be used as a 

luxurious overnight treatment that 

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your evening routine or can be used 

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thank us later! 


If your actions create 

a legacy that inspires 

others to dream 

more, learn more, 

do more and become 

more, then, you are 

an excellent leader. 

Dolly 

Parton 

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Learn to embrace 

your own unique 

beauty, celebrate 

your unique gifts 

with confidence. 

Your imperfections 

are actually a gift. 

Kerry 

Washington 


A girl should 

be two things: 

who and what 

she wants. 

Coco Chanel


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The most 

alluring thing 

a woman 

can have is 

confidence. 

Beyoncé 

Knowles 


Females are the 

most beautiful, 

gorgeous creatures in 

the whole world. And 

I think that we are 

gorgeous no matter 

what size we are. 

Alicia Keyes

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I am not free 

while any 

woman is 

unfree, even 

when her 

shackles are 

very different 

from my own. 

Audre Lorde 

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FEATURE 

DIVERSITY 

IN THE 

BEAUTY 

INDUSTRY: 

How is 

Australia 

performing? 

A NEW RESEARCH REPORT 

COMMISSIONED BY ALLERGAN 

AESTHETICS SAYS AUSSIES ARE 

GIVING THE LOCAL BEAUTY 

INDUSTRY A C+ FOR DIVERSITY. 

HERE’S WHY.

different forms of beauty and 

improving representation across 

all aspects of societies and our everyday 

lives is long overdue. As the global 

beauty industry moves to make diversity 

intrinsic to its offering, Allergan Aesthetic’s 

‘Spectra of Beauty’ report explores 

the diverse layers to Australia’s beliefs, 

behaviours and influences, within the 

context of beauty. The Report is the first 

of its kind to highlight how our ethnicity 

and cultural background, age, sexual 

orientation and gender identity all have a 

powerful influence on our beauty ideals. 

And, most importantly, it asks the 

question: How well does Australia’s beauty 

industry reflect diversity? 

‘It has never been more important 

than now to take meaningful steps to 

genuinely include and represent the true 

beauty a diverse population brings,’ says 

Nathalie McNeil, Associate Vice President 

and General Manager, ANZ, Allergan 

Aesthetics. ‘As the evolving discussion 

of diversity sits front and centre, we must 

recognise there is not a one-size-fitsall 

approach to beauty, and the focus 

must increasingly be on advocating and 

supporting positive self-image, being true 

to oneself and inclusivity.’ 

The initiative involved a national survey 

of over 2,250 adults in Australia and the 

findings were analysed across four aspects 

of identity: 

• People who identify as cisgender men 

or women, or non-binary 

• Age and generation – including Gen Z 

(ages 18-24), Millennials (ages 25-39), 

Gen X (ages 40-59), and Baby Boomers 

(ages 60+) 

• Ethnicity and cultural background 

• Sexual orientation – including people 

who identify as asexual, heterosexual, 

gay, lesbian, bisexual, transexual, queer/ 

questioning and intersex. 

1Spectra of BeautyRecognising diversity, championing 


FEATURE 

HOW IS THE 

BEAUTY INDUSTRY 

PERFORMING ON 

DIVERSITY? 

Overall, the ‘Spectra of Beauty’ report 

shows Australians hold a favourable 

overall view of the local beauty 

industry’s presentation of diversity in 

media, social media and advertising, 

but more work is needed. 

LOOKING UNIQUE AND 

CONNECTING TO CULTURAL 

IDENTITY 

The report demonstrates that 

Australians surveyed have a strong 

preference for creating authentic looks 

reflecting their sense of identity, with 

79% believing it has become more 

acceptable to truly ‘be yourself’ in 

appearance. 

Overall, 45% said they try to convey 

their sexual orientation through their 

look; this driver was highest in the 

younger groups surveyed (Gen Z - 54%; 

Millennials - 49%; Gen X - 44%; and 

Baby Boomers - 37%). 

Interestingly, the survey found 

tension when it came to embracing 

cultural beauty standards or moving 

against them – with a virtually equal 

response to these conflicting positions 

across the general population (31% 

embrace; cf. move against 27%). 

Approaching half (41%) of the 

survey respondents felt it’s important 

for people to recognise their cultural 

background/ ethnicity in their ‘look’. 

Women were slightly more likely to feel 

pressure to adhere to their culture’s 

beauty standards than men (18% 

women vs. 10% men). 

Overall, one in 8 (12%) stated they 

are proud that their appearance 

connects them to their cultural heritage. 

For those with a Pacific Island or African 

identification, this was most strongly 

reinforced (38% and 32% respectively) 

‘The deep emotional connections 

we make between our beauty and 

external appearance, and our internal 

sense of identity, is very powerful,’ 

says Dr Davin Lim, Dermatologist, 

Queensland. ‘Whether it’s cultural 

heritage, gender or age, we as 

practitioners need to be open to all 

views, because everyone has different 

traits they want to express. The idea 

of a universal beauty type dictated 

by social media seems to be shifting 

to a more authentic, individualised 

representation.’

PRESSURE FROM BOTH 

SOCIAL AND DIGITAL 

DRIVERS 

Not surprisingly, given the ubiquity of 

social media in our lives, alongside the 

desire to look unique, a high proportion 

of younger people surveyed are feeling 

pressure to look good (Gen Z - 83%; 

Millennials - 78%; Gen X - 56%; Baby 

Boomers - 26%). 

Looking through a lens of sexual 

orientation, respondents identifying as 

bisexual (80%), gay (71%) or lesbian (79%) 

also felt pressure to look good compared 

with those who identify as heterosexual 

(53%). Some 43% of those identifying as 

bisexual and 36% of those identifying as 

lesbian, feel society expects them to look 

‘a certain way’; while 27% of respondents 

who identify as gay felt pressure to look 

good ‘to find a partner’. 

On the age front, Millennials (24%) and 

Gen X (25%) surveyed were most likely to 

want to look younger than they are. While 

74% of all respondents felt conscious of, 

or wished they could change something 

about their face, younger people were 

more likely than older groups to want to 

improve their facial features (Gen Z - 73% 

and Millennials - 73%) vs (Gen X - 62% and 

Baby Boomers - 44%). 

Overall, nearly three-quarters of those 

surveyed would like to improve specific 

aspects of their looks, primarily their 

face (61%), where they were most likely 

to want to improve skin quality. Those of 

Vietnamese or Chinese background were 

most likely to prioritise skin quality, with 

57% and 42% respectively. 

Just one in ten (12%) of respondents felt 

being proud of how their look connects 

them to their cultural heritage; those of 

African, South/Latin America or Middle 


FEATURE 

Eastern backgrounds were much more 

likely to agree with this (32% Africa, 

28% South/Latin America, 23% 

Middle East). 

HOW WE INVEST IN 

OUR LOOKS 

Given the value we place on beauty 

and its connection to portraying 

our genuine self, it is no surprise 

the majority of Australians surveyed 

(94%) engage in some form of beauty 

behaviour, such as daily exercise (45%), 

getting a regular haircut/colour (44%), 

mani/pedis (19%), teeth whitening 

(16%) and anti-wrinkle and filler 

injections (10%). 

The majority of those surveyed – 

70% – believed non-surgical medical 

aesthetic treatments are bespoke 

and tailored. A similar proportion, 

nearly two-thirds (63%) believed 

these procedures can help people 

find their identity. 

The research found beauty 

behaviours differ between people from 

different ethnic backgrounds: 

• Just over half with Middle Eastern 

(54%), North American (57%), South 

/Latin American (53%) background 

have had wrinkle-relaxant injections, 

compared with just 16% and 20% of 

people with European and Asia & 

Pacific ancestry, respectively. 

• Up to three quarters of those with 

Middle Eastern (76%), African (73%), 

North American (74%), or South/ 

Latin American (75%) background 

have undergone teeth whitening, 

compared with less than half of 

those with European background 

(45%). This is also reflected with 

non-surgical body shaping (61% 

Middle Eastern, 50% South/Latin 

American vs. 16% European, 20% 

Asia & Pacific) 

• 71% of those with South/ Latin 

American or African background 

had undergone laser hair removal 

compared with just 24% of 

Europeans. 

• Nearly two-thirds (63%) of 

respondents overall would tell 

someone they had a nonsurgical 

medical aesthetic procedure, 

those with a British background 

were least likely to tell someone 

(44%) while those with Italian 

backgrounds are most likely (76%). 

Overall, an average of $50 is 

spent per month on beauty products 

and skincare and 5% of those 

surveyed are spending more than 

$200 a month. Millennials and Gen Z 

have the highest average spend per 

month (Millennials $69, Gen Z $67; 

cf. Gen X $53, Baby Boomers $18), 

supporting their heightened interest 

in improving their facial features. 

Ethnic background also plays a 

role in spending habits, with those 

from a Middle Eastern background 

likely to spend close to $100 on 

average per month ($94 versus those 

with British ancestry who spend just 

$36 per month on average). 

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Spectra of Beauty

WORK STILL 

TO BE DONE 

The research findings show there 

is still work to be done here in 

Australia. On the positive side, 

the ‘Spectra of Beauty’ research 

confirms most Australians surveyed 

– close to four out of five (79%) 

– agree it has become more 

acceptable to truly ‘be yourself’ 

when it comes to beauty. 

The results are also positive 

towards the representation of 

beauty, with 70% of Australians 

surveyed saying they like that a mix 

of gender styles are being portrayed 

more often. 

However, when asked to rank 

diversity in Australia’s beauty 

industry on a scale of 1 to 10 (1 

being not diverse at all and 10 

extremely diverse), respondents 

overall gave an average score of 6.3 

– essentially a C+. 

Lower scores came from those 

with British (6.0), Irish (6.1), and 

Scottish (6.1) descent and higher 

scores from those with Japanese 

(7.7), Torres Strait Islander (7.6), 

Pacific Islander (7.2), Middle Eastern 

(7.3), and African (7.0) heritage. Just 

over two thirds of all respondents 

(68%) thought the media portray 

their ethnicity well, however, those 

with Chinese (50%), Japanese (53%) 

and Middle Eastern (54%) heritage 

felt less represented, suggesting 

media has some catching up to do. 

The results reinforce that when it 

comes to beauty, every individual is 

unique with different perspectives 

and perceptions. To be truly 

diverse, the beauty industry needs 

a full representation of all types of 

individuals and members of the 

community. CBM 


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THERE’S A SERUM 

FOR THAT! 

FROM SKIN PLUMPING AND HYDRATION TO IMPROVING 

PIGMENTATION AND BLEMISH-PRONE SKIN TO PROTECTING 

AGAINST ENVIRONMENTAL POLLUTANTS, SERUMS HAVE 

CHANGED THE WAY WE THINK ABOUT AND BUY SKINCARE. 

W 

hether you want to dewy 

up dry skin, fight back against 

ageing or keep pigmentation 

and brown spots at bay, there’s a 

serum designed and formulated for 

just about every skin concern. 

Serums have become the new 

essential in any serious skincare 

routine, and we now have a greater 

understanding of precisely how 

key ingredients interact with skin 

cells. One of the benefits of these 

lightweight moisturise-binding 

products is that they are very specific 

in what they do, whether it’s to target 

pigmentation, dryness, blemishes or 

wrinkles and skin laxity. 

Serums are usually lighter in texture 

than moisturisers, existing in water- or 

oil-based products, and are able to 

carry smaller molecules deeper into 

the skin where they can exert the 

most benefit. They are designed to 

deliver specific active ingredients – 

whether it’s antioxidants, hyaluronic 

acid, peptides, growth factors or 

botanical and marine agents – in 

concentrated doses. 

Depending on the ingredients, 

serums can be applied in the 

morning, at night, or both. When 

it comes to layering your skincare 

products, you should always start with 

the lightest products before moving 

on to the heaviest. Serums, therefore, 

should always be applied before you 

moisturise. A moisturiser over the top 

will increase skin hydration and ‘lock 

in’ the serums, helping to protect the 

skin from environmental damage. 

As a rule of thumb, use a serum 

both morning and night as part of 

your skincare routine. You might 

use the same product, or switch it 

up depending on the skin concern 

you’re targeting. Some ingredients, 

such as retinol, should only be used 

at night. 

For deeper penetration, try 

applying your serum with a jade 

or quartz roller or an at-home skin 

needling roller. 


SKIN 

SERUMS FOR 

PIGMENTATION 

Hyperpigmentation affects over 

80 percent of women over the age 

of 25 and is rated the numbertwo 

skin concern after facial 

wrinkles. Research has shown that 

a high concentration of Vitamin 

C (in the form of L-ascorbic acid) 

can significantly improve brown 

spots, as well as skin-brightening 

ingredients such as hydroquinone. 

In the form of stabilised retinol, 

Vitamin A helps surface hyper 

pigmented cells to be sloughed 

off more evenly and also acts as 

a tyrosinase inhibitor, essentially 

helping to stop overproduction of 

pigment in the skin. 

Vitamin B3/Niacinamide helps 

prevent transfer of the melanin 

pigment from the melanocyte to 

the keratinocyte in the epidermis. 

Kojic acid is another commonly 

used ingredient in treating 

pigmentation as it helps inhibit the 

production of tyrosinase. AHAs 

such as glycolic and lactic acid 

may also be effective in helping 

to control hyperpigmentation 

and melasma. 

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6. 

1. SkinCeuticals Phloretin CF 30ml, $233, 2. KIEHL’S Clearly Corrective Dark Spot Solution 30ml, $88, 3. 

Image MD Restoring Power-C Serum 30ml, $199.95, 4. Biossance Squalane + Vitamin C Dark Spot Serum 

30ml, $95, 5. Biossance Squalane + Lactic Acid Resurfacing Night Serum 30ml, $102, 6. Skeyndor Power 

C+ Antioxidant Illuminating Serum 30ml, $119, 7. Murad Vita-C Glycolic Brightening Serum, 30ml, $130, 8. 

Sunday Riley C.E.O 15% Vitamin C Brightening Serum 30ml, $183, 9. No7 Radiance+ 15% Vitamin C Serum, 

$34.99, 10. Sisley Phyto Blanc Le Concentré 20ml, $520, 11. LAMAV Daily Vitamin C Serum 30ml, $75. 


SERUMS FOR 

WRINKLES, FINE LINES 

& SKIN LAXITY 

SKIN 

Reduce the look of fine lines and 

wrinkles, sagging and sallow skin with 

targeted anti-ageing serums containing 

hyaluronic acid (HA), antioxidants, 

vitamin complexes, alpha hydroxy acids 

(AHAs) and peptides. 

Serums containing retinol (Vitamin 

A), L-ascorbic acid (Vitamin C) and 

collagen-stimulating peptides are great 

for anti-ageing and help improve fine 

lines and lax skin. Dull and combination 

skin types can also benefit from 

these actives. 

If skincare has an OG, Vitamin A is 

most certainly it. Synthetic Vitamin 

A-like compounds, such as retinol, have 

been shown to reduce many visible 

signs of skin ageing, especially fine 

lines and wrinkles. Medical research has 

also documented that the use of retinol 

on the skin can create new collagen 

deposition, and greater proliferation 

of new blood vessels and capillary 

formation. Dramatic improvements have 

also been observed with regard to skin 

smoothness, evening of skin tone and 

overall rejuvenation. 

1. 

2. 

3. 

4. 

1. mesoestetic aox ferulic 30ml, $239, 2. Medik8 

Crystal Retinal 3 30ml, $87, 3. WiQo Smoothing 

Face Fluid 30ml, $138, 4. Ella Baché Retinol 

Renewal Eye Serum 15ml, $109, 5. Jane Iredale 

HydroPure Hyaluronic Acid Lip Treatment, $74, 6. 

House of Immortelle Ibiza Time-Freezing Face 

Serum 30ml, $89.95, 7. CALECIM Professional 

Serum 5ml x 6, $498, 8. SkinCeuticals C E Ferulic 

30ml, $233, 9. Vanessa Megan Green Coffee & 

Gotu Kola Beauty Veil Lifting Serum, $89.95, 10. 

La Roche-Posay Pure Vitamin C10 Anti-Ageing 

Serum 30ml, $71.95, 11. RoC Retinol Correxion 

Deep Wrinkle Serum 30ml, $44.99, 12. SkinMTX 

Fine Line Eraser Serum 30ml, $159, 13. Eminence 

Organic Skin Care Marine Flower Peptide 

Serum 30ml, $149, 14. No7 Laboratories Firming 

Booster Serum 30ml, $61.99, 15. L’Occitane 

Immortelle Overnight Reset Serum, $139, 16. 

L’Oréal Paris Age Perfect Cell Renewal Midnight 

Serum 30ml, $59.95

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SKIN 

Vitamin C, in addition to reducing 

the amount of free radical formation 

in the skin and protecting against 

pigmentation, is also heralded for its 

ability to enhance the synthesis of 

collagen, which helps skin maintain its 

firmness and youthful plumpness. 

Peptides are highly respected for 

their ability to penetrate the skin 

and help increase the production of 

collagen and elastin. Peptides have 

been shown to ‘turn on’ fibroblasts, 

which are essential for building 

and repairing the skin and a basic 

requirement for anti-ageing success. 

Vitamin B3, or niacinamide, also 

deserves a shout-out. Its benefits 

include increasing the natural deep 

hydration levels in the skin through 

increasing ceramide production; 

improving the strength of the skin by 

increasing production of skin barrier 

proteins including keratin; improving 

skin firmness and reducing the 

appearance of fine lines by increasing 

collagen production; improving the 

immune function of the skin; reducing 

excess oil production; and reducing 

uneven skin tone and pigmentation. 

1. 

2. 

3. 

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5. 6. 

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15. 

1. Skinstitut Retinol Serum, $49, 2. Biossance Squalane + Copper Peptide Rapid Plumping Serum 50ml, 

$104, 3. Biossance Squalane + Phyto-Retinol Serum 30ml, $112, 4. Dr. LeWinn’s Reversaderm Collagen 

Accelerator Serum 30ml, $69.95, 5. Bioeffect EGF Serum, $210, 6. Biologi Bm Regenerate Serum 

30ml, $125, 7. Peter Thomas Roth Even Smoother Glycolic Retinol Resurfacing Serum, 30ml $99, 8. Dr. 

Naomi ApocaLips Lip Plumping Treatment 10ml, $89, 9. Dr Naomi Skin Smooth Criminal 35ml $119, 

10. Naturally Serious Sleepover Retin-Oil Night-time Treatment, $55, 11. Jurlique Herbal Recovery 

Signature Serum, 30ml $96, 12. KIEHL’S Retinol Skin-Renewing Daily Micro Dose Serum 50ml, $118, 

13. Skin Proud Bright Eye 15ml, $27.99, 14. O Cosmedics Pure Age Defiance Serum 30ml, $92, 15. IT 

Cosmetics Hello Results Wrinkle-Reducing Daily Retinol Serum-in-Cream 50ml, $105 


SKIN

SERUMS FOR 

BLEMISH-PRONE SKIN 

Acne is an inflammatory skin condition that 

causes a disorder in the activity of pores. 

In normal conditions, sebaceous glands 

produce oil which lubricate and protect the 

skin’s surface. In the case of acne, these 

glands produce more oil than normal, 

causing a build-up of oil, bacteria and dead 

skin cells which leads to an obstruction to 

the follicle. This ultimately results in the 

formation of pimples and red spots. 

To help congested, acneic skin, look for 

formulations with lactic acid and salicylic 

acid. These are chemical exfoliants that 

promote faster cell turnover and unclog 

pores. Vitamin B (Niacinamide) has been 

shown to reduce inflammation and limit 

the overproduction of sebum in oily skin 

types, while AHAs/BHAs gently exfoliate to 

remove build-up and unclog pores. 

Retinol (Vitamin A) is also an important 

acne-fighting active. It helps prevent 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. 

1. Trinny London Reveal Yourself AHA Exfoliant 75ml, $69, 2. Aesthetics Rx B Serum, $109, 

3. SkinCeuticals Silymarin 30ml, $233, 4. Sunday Riley Good Genes Lactic Acid Treatment 

50ml, $183, 5. Trinny London Find Your Balance BHA Exfoliant 75ml, $65 


SERUMS FOR DRY, 

LACKLUSTRE SKIN 

SKIN 

Dry skin is a manifestation of the skin 

relating to both internal and external 

factors. In hydrated, glowing skin, 

the epidermis (top layer) has a seal 

around the cells to trap the moisture, 

known as a barrier function. However, 

dryness, cold and sensitising products 

wreak havoc on this natural function, 

so you need products to bolster your 

skin’s defences. A hydrating serum 

underneath your moisturiser will 

penetrate deeper into the skin for 

boosted hydration and brightness. 

Look for hydrating proteins and 

antioxidants that attract water to your 

skin; serums formulated with hyaluronic 

acid are heaven-sent for dehydrated 

and dry skin. Ceramides, which are 

lipids that help the skin retain moisture, 

and squalene, a natural emollient that 

locks in moisture, are also wonderful 

antidotes to parched skin. 

4. 

1. 

2. 

3. 

1. Boost Labs 2D-Hyaluronic Hydro 

Boost Serum, $29.95, 2. Minenssey 

Purifying Perfecting Serum, $58, 3. 

Votary London Super Seed Serum 

50ml, $150, 4. Sisley Hydra-Global 

Serum 30ml, $320, 5. SkinMTX Peptide 

Serum+ 7ml x 2, $84, 6. Biologique 

Recherche Serum T.E.W.L 30ml, $292, 

7. Dermalogica Circular Hydration 

Serum 30ml, $94, 8. mesoestetic ha 

densimatrix 30ml, $169, 9. Medik8 

Liquid Peptides 30ml, $98, 10. Mukti 

Antioxidant Facial Serum 30ml, $66.95, 

11. The Secret Skincare The Serum 

30ml, $130, 12. Saya Super Serum 

30ml, $90, 13. Feniu Tongan Coconut 

Oil 30ml, $79, 14. Susanne Kaufmann 

Hyaluron Serum 30ml $228, 15. 

Charlotte Tilbury Collagen Superfusion 

Face Oil 30ml, $100, 16. Dr Roebuck’s 

The Goldie Vitamin C Glow Drops 30ml, 

$79, 17. Recreation Beauty Vibrant 

Skin Oil 30ml, $96, 18. Tropicology 

Avocado Revitalising Serum 50ml, 

$109.95, 19. IT Cosmetics Bye Bye 

Lines Hyaluronic Acid 30ml, $46 

5. 

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SERUMS FOR 

ENVIRONMENTAL 

PROTECTION 

SKIN 

Constant exposure to environmental 

aggressors plays havoc on our skin. 

It’s been shown that atmospheric 

aggressors increase levels of oxidative 

and inflammatory markers and decrease 

levels of key skin proteins required for 

healthy skin barrier function. In addition 

to air pollution and radiation pollution, 

High Energy Visible Light (HEV) – the 

official name for the blue glare that 

comes from phones, laptops and 

tablets – is emerging as a worrisome 

environmental pollutant in recent years. 

HEV light makes up the blue portion 

of visible light in the electromagnetic 

spectrum and is a natural part of 

sunlight. Unlike UVA and UVB light, 

blue light is not linked to skin cancer, 

but it does share UV’s potential for 

accelerating free radical damage. When 

exposed to free radicals, the proteins 

which support the skin’s strength and 

elasticity, collagen and elastin, grow 

weak, which in turn gives fine lines 

and wrinkles a chance to take hold. 

Continuous exposure to HEV light also 

impairs the skin’s protective barrier 

function, a situation that can result in 

inflammation and hyperpigmentation. 

Thankfully, there’s now an array of range 

of environmental skin shields designed 

to help defend the skin against nasty 

biochemical triggers. CBM 

1. 

1. iS CLINICAL PerfecTint Powder 

SPF 40, $110, 2. Skeyndor Sun 

Expertise Fresh After Sun Emulsion, 

$44, 3. mesoestetic aox ferulic 30ml, 

$239, 4. Dr Roebuck’s Surf Chaser 

Reverse Ageing Serum, $88, 5. 

SkinCeuticals Phloretin CF 30ml, $233, 

6. SkinCeuticals C E Ferulic 30ml, $233, 

7. SkinCeuticals Silymarin 30ml, $233 

2.

5. 

6. 7. 

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4. 


SKIN 

Crystal Retinal 

Works so fast, it 

leaves retinol behind 

MEDIK8 TAKES VITAMIN A TO THE NEXT LEVEL WITH 

CRYSTAL RETINAL, A TIME-RELEASED FORM OF VITAMIN A 

THAT OFFERS PRESCRIPTION-STRENGTH RESULTS WITHOUT 

THE UNWANTED SIDE EFFECTS. 

Crystal Retinal, by awardwinning 

cosmeceutical 

brand Medki8, has redefined 

topical Vitamin A skincare. The 

range is formulated with stabilised 

retinaldehyde (retinal for short), 

a next-generation super-charged 

derivative of Vitamin A. Retinal 

can deliver results comparable to 

prescription-strength retinol faster 

and without the well-documented 

side effects of flaking and redness 

that can come with stronger 

formulations. Plus, with its superior 

stability, you can be assured of results 

until the very last drop. 

‘Retinaldehyde, or retinal, is a 

completely different Vitamin A 

molecule to retinol. That one vowel 

change is small, but the difference 

between retinol and retinal is quite 

stark,’ says Daniel Isaacs, Director 

of Research at Medik8. 

‘Retinaldehyde is a relatively new 

Vitamin A ingredient but still has

significant published studies proving 

its efficacy; in particular, it is proven 

to be 11 times faster acting than 

traditional retinol.’ 

However, retinal is notoriously 

difficult to stabilise. That’s why you 

won’t find it in many other brands. 

But Medik8 has developed a delicate 

crystal-shaped encapsulation system 

which breaks down on contact with 

the skin to slowly feed it over time, 

overcoming any stability struggle. This is 

the closest thing to prescription-strength 

retinoic acid – the biologically active 

form on the skin – but you don’t need a 

prescription to get your hands on it. 

The crystal encapsulation system 

enables the product to be time-released 

throughout the night. This means 

retinaldehyde is just as gentle on the 

skin as retinol, but has effects similar 

to prescription-strength retinoic acid. 

‘The clever encapsulation system 

avoids any of the well-documented 

Vitamin A side effects that can come 

with stronger formulations, such as 

flaking and redness,’ Isaacs explains. 

‘Customers who try this Crystal 

Retinal seem to universally adore it; 

it’s one of our bestsellers for a reason.’ 

Another advantage is that, unlike 

many other forms of Vitamin A, 

retinaldehyde has the added benefit of 

having direct antibacterial properties, 

making it an ideal anti-ageing 

ingredient for blemish-prone skin. 


SKIN 

BEFORE TO AFTER 

11x FASTER 

Clinical-grade Vitamin A, otherwise 

known as retinoic acid, is a powerful 

skincare ingredient that triggers skin 

rejuvenation in order to effectively 

fight visible signs of ageing. 

But unlike retinol, which must first 

be converted to retinaldehyde and 

then to retinoic acid within the skin, 

Crystal Retinal only requires one 

conversion to retinoic acid. 

This means it can deliver results 

comparable to clinical-grade Vitamin 

A, up to 11x faster than classic forms 

of retinol. 

In a recent independent clinical study 

of 33 people using Crystal Retinal 6 

over 12 weeks, the findings were: 

% clinically proven reduction in 

20 the appearance of wrinkles 

% clinically proven increase in 

11 skin’s firmness 

% clinically proven reduction 

20 in visible hyperpigmentation 

% of participants felt their 

100 skin looked brighter 

% felt their skin had a more 

97 youthful appearance 

LADDER UP: ALWAYS 

PEAK, NEVER PLATEAU 

Crystal Retinal is available in five 

different strengths, ranging from 

0.01% up to 0.2%, with the latter 

only available after professional 

consultation. 

‘We call it the ‘Everyone Vitamin A’, 

as it’s just that,’ says Isaacs. ‘If you’re 

in the market for a Vitamin A, Crystal 

Retinal is for you. We recommend 

starting at strength 3 and working 

upwards if you want to boost results. 

(We only recommend strength 1 to 

those who are very sensitive).

The next-gen Vitamin A 

SUPERIOR ABSORPTION 

Crystal Retinal has a patented time-release delivery system that 

encapsulates retinaldehyde in a crystal molecular vehicle that is broken 

down by the skin’s natural enzymes upon contact. This unique action 

controls the release of the active to ensure that the formula remains 

stable, absorption is optimised and the highly-potent formula is 

distributed evenly and constantly throughout the night. 

OPTIMUM HYDRATION 

Featuring multi-weight hyaluronic acid and Vitamin E, Crystal Retinal 

hydrates skin at every level while helping to strengthen the skin’s 

barrier to keep moisture locked in. 

VEGAN-FRIENDLY 

In addition to being kind to the skin, Crystal Retinal is also vegan 

friendly and cruelty-free. Dermatologically tested, it is free from 

parabens, phthalates, sulphates and alcohol. 

VIRTUALLY WEIGHTLESS 

Lightweight and luxurious, Crystal Retinal’s silk-like texture sinks 

effortlessly into skin to nurture and help restore the complexion. 

ANTIBACTERIAL PROPERTIES 

Unlike many other forms of vitamin A, retinaldehyde boasts direct, 

powerful antibacterial properties, making it the perfect anti-ageing 

product for blemish-prone skin. When used over time, it helps diminish 

P. acnes, the bacteria responsible for breakouts, promoting a healthylooking, 

balanced complexion. 

‘Go low, and go slow. Start on 

an entry-level strength – 0.03% 

encapsulated retinaldehyde is perfect 

for those new to Vitamin A. Use twice 

a week for the first 2 weeks, then once 

every other night for a further 2 weeks 

and then nightly application. Once 

your skin has accepted the molecule 

without experiencing any irritation you 

can then move up to a higher strength 

to maximise your results.’ 

With the Crystal Retinal range, the 

future of anti-ageing skincare has never 

looked so bright. CBM 

WHERE 

TO GET IT 

Available at 

www.medik8.com.au and 

Medik8 clinics throughout 

Australia 


SKIN 

iS Clinical 

launches SPF 

innovation 

FORGET EVERYTHING YOU KNOW ABOUT 

SPF/MAKEUP HYBRIDS. THE NEW PERFECTINT 

POWDER BY iS CLINICAL PROVIDES 

UNPRECEDENTED MULTILEVEL PROTECTION 

WITH A HYDRATING MATTE FINISH. 

By now, you’re probably well aware of 

iS Clinical, a skincare line that has 

quietly taken the beauty industry 

by storm and become one of the most 

coveted brands in the market. Used by 

dermatologists and skin professionals and 

adored by many an A-lister, this brand is 

backed by hard science, delivering highly 

effective, clinically validated skincare 

products that offer dramatic improvements 

to specific skin concerns. 

iS Clinical’s skincare ethos involves four 

steps: cleanse, treat, hydrate and protect, 

and the range offers products in each of 

these categories for a variety of specific 

skin types. Every option in the iS Clinical 

collection offers pure, pharmaceuticalgrade 

botanicals combined into powerful 

formulas, designed to promote healthy 

skin function at a cellular level.

So, it’s little wonder that their new 

product PerfecTint Powder SPF 40 has 

us excited. Available in five tints to 

match every skin tone, PerfecTint Powder 

provides silky, broad spectrum coverage 

and free radical protection to help 

protect skin against the visible signs 

of photoageing . 

PERFECTINT POWDER: 

THE NEW SKIN 

PROTECTANT 

PerfecTint Powder’s unique fomulation 

provides superior hydration while 

minimising the appearance of pores and 

absorbing surface oil to create a flawless 

matte finish. It features iS Clinical’s 

botanical antioxidant Extremozyme ® 

technology, which is clinically proven to 

help protect DNA from environmental 

stressors while providing penetrating 

hydration even in powder form. It’s ideal 

to use as the last step in your skincare or 

makeup regimen as well as on the go – 

excellent for sports, face, neck, decollete, 

scalp, you name it! 

One of the brand’s fundamental points 

of difference is its independent clinical 

studies on the final formulations of its 

products, and PerfecTint Powder is no 

different. In a 2020 study*, the ability 

of PerfecTint Powder SPF 40 to protect 

the skin from the harmful effects of 

environmental exposure and pollution was 

evaluated using diesel particulate matter 

with a particle size below 0.18 um. This 

small pollution particle damages even the 

smallest subunits of skin at both cellular 

and subcellular levels and increases skin 

ageing. The authors note particle sizes 

of below 2.5 um are small enough to 

penetrate even into pores and between 

cells and cause far-reaching skin damage. 

The study found that application of 

PerfecTint Powder SPF 40 protects against 

damage caused by pollution. Specifically, 

the authors stated the following benefits: 

• Very strong antioxidant effects/oxidative 

stress protection/free radical protection 


THE STUDY FOUND THAT 

PERFECTINT POWDER LESSENS 

PIGMENTATION INDUCED 

BY OXIDATIVE DAMAGE AND 

POLLUTION. 

SKIN 

• Very strong anti-inflammatory protection 

• Cytoprotective effects, especially when skin 

is exposed to environmental stressors 

• Strengthens the epidermal barrier 

• Regenerative and cellular renewal effects 

• Inhibits melanogenesis and lessens 

pigmentation induced by oxidative damage 

and pollution (in addition to SPF effects 

which are also active here) 

• Wound-healing effects 

• Strong hydration effects 

• Anti-ageing effects 

• Additional benefits resulting from solar 

protection (SPF effects) 

KEY INGREDIENTS 

Key ingredients of iS CLINICAL PerfecTint 

Powder SPF 40 include: 

• Zinc Oxide 25%, a safe, physical 

boad spectrum UVA/UVB sunscreen 

ingredient which provides a physical 

barrier to reflect and absorb UV 

radiation; 

• Calcium Sodium Borosilicate 5%, 

which provides light-diffusing properties 

that enhance skin protection against 

High-Energy Visible (HEV) light 

damage, such as blue light pollution; 

• Hydroxyapatite 5%, which enhances 

UVA/UVB protection while 

providing defence against wrinkles and 

photoageing; 

• Lycopodium Clavatum 1%, which helps 

improve skin hydration levels from 

the epidermis to the dermal-epidermal 

junction (DEJ); and 

• Imperata Cylindrica Root Extract 

(Extremozyme) 1%, which optimises 

and reinforces collagen synthesis and 

moisture absorption in the skin. CBM 

* Study performed at Genemarkers, LLC. 

Study summarised by Charlene DeHaven 

MD, Clinical Director, Innovative Skincare.

The new way to 

protect skin: 

PERFECTINT 

POWDER SPF 40 

Provides unprecedented multilevel 

broad spectrum UVA/UVB protection 

Strong free radical protection with 

specially formulated antioxidants 

DNA protective with 

Extremozyme ® technology 

Environmental protection 

Unique formulation providing 

superior hydration 

Supports skin barrier function 

Improved skin response to stress 

Botanically based, non-irritating, 

non-allergenic 

5 tints to match every skin tone 

Great for all skin types, all ages 

Paraben-free 

Easy to use powder brush – 

just twist and sweep over skin 

WHERE TO BUY 

PerfecTint Powder SPF 40, RRP $110. Head to www. 

isclinical.com.au for a list of authorised clinics and 

retailers in Australia and New Zealand. 


FEATURE

WHY 

POLLUTION 

COULD BE 

CAUSING 

YOUR ACNE 

– AND 

HOW TO 

PREVENT IT 

MOVE OVER 

HORMONES, 

GENETICS, DIET 

AND STRESS – AIR 

POLLUTION IS ONE OF 

THE MOST COMMON 

CAUSES OF ADULT 

ACNE. HERE’S HOW TO 

HELP PROTECT SKIN 

FROM POLLUTION 

DAMAGE. WORDS BY 

NATASHA BOUGARD ON 

BEHALF OF TANOLOGIST. 

We know that keeping 

our skin cleansed 

and moisturised is 

key to keeping our 

complexion clear. But it’s not just 

about what we do – loads of outside 

factors can affect our skin and 

cause acne. 

The weather can mess with our 

complexions. We often end up with 

red, irritated skin in the winter. UV 

rays from the sun are the biggest 

cause of skin ageing and can make 

our skin oilier in the summer. But did 

you know pollution can affect your 

skin, too? 

Here, we’ll cover how air pollution 

can cause that dreaded acne and 

how you can stop it in its tracks. 


FEATURE 

HOW DOES 

POLLUTION AFFECT 

ACNE? 

Air pollution releases small 

particles of gases, including carbon 

monoxide, sulphur dioxide and 

nitrogen, in the air. We know these 

gases are dangerous to breathe in, 

but they can also wreak havoc when 

they land on our faces. 

Pollution manifests itself as debris 

and dust, and this physical dirt is bad 

news for clear complexions. When 

this muck lands on your face, it can 

clog your pores, which leads to acne. 

If that wasn’t bad enough, 

pollution causes free radical 

damage, and this can make your skin 

age faster. It’s bad news all around 

if your goal is to keep your skin 

smooth and youthful. 

HOW CAN YOU 

COMBAT POLLUTION 

ACNE? 

Air pollution is worse in city and 

town centres because traffic 

congestion contributes to it. But if 

you’re not a countryside girl or boy, 

fear not – you don’t have to commit 

to a new rural life to keep your skin 

crystal clear! 

LOOK AFTER YOUR 

SKIN BARRIER 

When it comes to fighting acne, 

we’re often guilty of waging war 

on our skin with harsh ingredients 

instead of playing nice with it. And 

while using proven acne-fighting 

ingredients like salicylic acid and 

benzoyl peroxide can definitely ease 

and prevent acne, we shouldn’t be 

going too hard with them. 

If you use them too much, these 

acne-fighters can damage your skin

arrier. This is the first line of 

defence for your skin, and keeping 

it happy means your skin will stay 

clear, soft and smooth. Pollution 

also damages your skin barrier, so 

the last thing you need is to weaken 

it even further. 

Adding ingredients that make up 

your skin’s barrier is a sure-fire way 

to keep it healthy. Ceramides and 

lipids make up most of it, so look for 

cleansers, serums and moisturisers 

with these ingredients – they’ll help 

build up that essential defence. 

Niacinamide can help to soothe your 

skin barrier (and, as a bonus, can 

make your pores look smaller!), while 

antioxidants will help fight off that 

free radical damage. 

If you don’t look after your skin 

barrier, you’ll never get that glowing, 

clear complexion of your dreams. 

CLEANSE… AND 

CLEANSE AGAIN 

If you live, study or work in a city, it’s 

hard to avoid pollution. We know 

you’ll be working that cleanser in 

extra hard, but did you know that just 

one cleanse doesn’t do the job? 

More than just a TikTok trend, 

double cleansing is a guaranteed 

way to get every last bit of makeup 

and grime off your skin. If you aren’t 

cleansing your skin properly, muck 

and makeup build up – that’s a 

recipe for acne. 

First, you want to use a cleansing 

oil or balm. Micellar water is also 

good for getting makeup off, and 

it is an easy replacement if you use 

makeup wipes at the minute. This 

step will clean the surface of your 

skin and get rid of most of what’s on 

it. The second cleanse, which is your 

usual water-based cleanser, will wash 

away anything left over, as well as 

getting into your pores to clean out 

some of the nasties that have made 

their way in. 

DITCH THE 

PORE-CLOGGERS 

Because pollution particles can 

make their way into your pores, the 

last thing you need is more poreclogging 

– AKA comedogenic – 

ingredients. If you’re loading your 

skin with comedogenic products, 

even double cleansing might not be 

able to fully clean out your pores. 

These ingredients can be found 

in a lot of the products we put on 

our face, from makeup to self-tan, 

and even our skincare! But making 

some clever swaps will help you keep 

your skin as clear as possible, which 

will make fighting pollution pimples 

much easier. 

When it comes to skincare, steer 

clear of products that contain 

ingredients like coconut oil, cocoa 

butter and cetyl alcohol. Instead, 

stick to lighter hydrating ingredients 

like hyaluronic acid. 

A lot of makeup products like 

primers and foundation are now 

formulated with skincare ingredients, 

meaning they’ll enrich your skin 

while you glam up. And if you love 

a year-round bronzed glow, switch 

from pigmented facial tan to clear 

tan drops, such as Tanologist’s Face 

+ Body Tanning Drops – the pigment 

in traditional self-tanners can clog 

pores, so eliminating that will help 

you to keep your skin clear. 

When it comes to keeping acne at 

bay, it can be hard to stay on top of 

all the things that can cause it. Many 

of us might not have known that 

pollution can cause or worsen it. But 

now that you do, you’ll be able to 

confidently help prevent it! CBM 


SKIN 

SkinMTX ® 

wins 

Niche Product 

of the Year 

SKINMTX ® CONTINUES TO BREAK NEW 

GROUND WITH ITS AWARD-WINNING 

SKINCARE PRODUCTS AND KEY ACTIVE 

INGREDIENT TECHNOLOGY. 

Award-winning SkinMTX ® is 

continuing its reign as one of the 

most cutting-edge skincare brands 

on the market. Its latest accolade 

is winning the “Niche Product of 

the Year” at the Beauty World 

Middle East 2021 Awards. 

The winning product, Advanced 

Reconditioning Cream, is a 

protective cream that is specially 

formulated to help aid in the 

recovery of the skin barrier after 

harsh aesthetic procedures. 

It helps protect the skin from 

excessive dryness, visible 

redness and irritations with its 

potent calming and reparative 

ingredients. 

Designed to create an 

optimum environment to help 

skin recuperate, the complex of 

ceramide and Bisabolol provides a 

protective “second skin”, shielding 

the underlying skin from external 

aggressors while it helps the 

skin rebuild its moisture barrier. 

Concurrently, a synergistic blend 

of skin-restoring actives promotes 

a healthy-looking complexion, 

bringing forth optimal skin recovery 

that results in a renewed, pristinelooking 

appearance. 

SkinMTX ® Advanced 

Reconditioning Cream is part of 

the Dermat Series, recommended 

for post-laser and post-surgical 

procedures to help accelerate 

the skin’s natural healing process 

and help maximise outcomes of 

aesthetic procedures.

BREAKING BARRIERS 

SkinMTX ® is experienced on the 

awards circuit. In 2021, one of its hero 

products and signature technologies, 

TeloZyme Youth Activator, was 

awarded the 2021 Beauty Insider 

Award – Best in Anti-Aging title. 

The product is a revolutionary 

multifaceted serum based on the 

Nobel-prize winning discovery of 

telomeres and how the deterioration 

of this part of the DNA structure 

accelerates cell ageing. This groundbreaking 

innovation is specially 

formulated to target the integrity of 

telomeres for younger-looking skin. 

Other signature technologies 

include Intense RejuvorA Cream, 

a Vitamin A complex with a unique 

encapsulation system to effectively 

deliver retinol into the skin without 

causing sensitivity or irritation, and 

Peptide Serum+, a skin-rejuvenating 

booster that offers visible age-reversal 

benefits by helping to reboot in 3 

ways: physical barrier, chemical barrier 

and the hydra memory function. 

SKINMTX ® ADVANCED RECONDITIONING 

CREAM KEY INGREDIENTS: 

Rebarrier 

• Helps with reconstitution of 

the skin barrier 

• Provides proper hydration 

and optimal skin comfort 

• Combines Bisabolol and 

ceramides to produce a 

synergistic effect 

Colla-Protect 

• Helps plump the complexion 

and increase skin firmness 

• Helps protect skin from 

UVA-induced damage, 

thus aiding in the 

prevention of visible signs 

of photoageing 

Phytocalm-7 

• A synergy of 7 

natural plant extracts 

for a maximum 

anti-irritation effect 

• Has a skin-soothing effect 

and helps reinforce skin 

barrier function 


THE SKINMTX ® 

STORY 

SKIN 

Developed in Switzerland, SkinMTX ® 

has been innovating skincare for 

more than two decades, and now it’s 

Australia’s turn to enjoy this remarkable 

skincare range. 

SkinMTX ® is a dermatologicalgrade 

skincare brand trusted by 

dermatologists, aesthetic doctors and 

medi-spas around the world. 

SkinMTX ® formulations are built 

around research-proven actives that 

deliver optimal efficacy to help ensure 

the benefits reach the depth of the 

skin and deliver visible improvements 

to common skin concerns. The range 

includes in-clinic and home-care for 

Aesthetic Dermatology (Dermat), Anti- 

Ageing, Anti-Acne, Skin Brightening 

(Pigmentation) and Special Care lines. 

DERMATOLOGICAL-GRADE 

AT-HOME SKIN SOLUTIONS 

SkinMTX Anti-Ageing 

SkinMTX ® Anti-Ageing activates the 

skin’s restorative ability to help preserve 

a youthful-looking, vibrant appearance. 

The range features the signature active, 

Acetyl Hexapeptide-8, which is clinically 

proven to minimise the appearance of 

fine lines and wrinkles caused by repeated 

facial contractions. It also features the 

revolutionary TeloZyme Complex TM , based 

on the Nobel Prize-winning discovery that 

the ageing process is linked to telomeres. 

The Anti-Ageing range includes: 

Telozyme Youth Activator, TeloLift Neck 

Cream, Fine Line Eraser Serum, Ultimate 

Fine Line Eraser.

SkinMTX Brightening 

SkinMTX ® Brightening helps minimise 

the appearance of pigmentation, dark 

spots and scars for visibly luminous skin. 

The range features key active Alpha- 

Arbutin, which has been proven to have 

high efficacy and stability, and a similar 

brightening effect as hydroquinone 

(considered the gold standard for 

hyperpigmentation treatment) without the 

toxicity and irritation. 

The Brightening range includes: Alpha 

Optimal Brightener, Alpha Illuminator, 

Radiance Cleansing Wash, Lumi 

Cleansing Milk. 

SkinMTX Anti-Acne 

SkinMTX ® Anti-Acne purifies skin for refined 

clarity and long-lasting matteness. The 

range is formulated to help clear congested 

complexions, and to help treat and minimise 

the appearance of blemishes. The highpotency 

products are designed to help 

unclog pores and blackheads, gently cleanse 

and resurface skin and promote a radiant, 

shine-free complexion. 

The Anti-Acne range includes: Comedone 

Acti-Clear Lotion, Acti-Pure Cleansing Gel, 

Acti-Matte Concentrate. 


SkinMTX Special Care 

SKIN 

SkinMTX ® Special Care is a special 

repertoire of products to achieve a 

rigorous regimen for youthful-looking 

skin. It features patented key actives such 

as BioRenew Peptide, PhytoActive+ 

and ActiMarine Hydrator in the Peptide 

Serum+, an intense rejuvenating booster 

that is inspired by biomimetic-technology. 

The range also includes signature product, 

Intense RejuvorA Cream, a unique and 

vastly improved form of retinol complex 

that is powered by a revolutionary triple 

encapsulation technology. 

The Special Care range includes: Peptide 

Serum+, Intense RejuvorA Cream, Potent 

Eye Concentrate, Potent C, Supreme 

Eye Brightening Gel, Mineral-Rich Body 

Moisturizer, 3 in 1 Matt Tinted Protector, 

Skin Brightening Day Protector, Smart 

Shield Protector.

SkinMTX Dermat 

SkinMTX ® Dermat is designed to meet the 

continued increase in demand for aesthetic 

procedures by providing essential and effective 

post-procedure care. It is formulated to help 

maximise the treatment outcome, optimise the 

recovery process, minimise risks of infection and 

scarring while providing comfort from tenderness 

and signs of irritation. 

The Dermat range includes: Delicate Cleansing 

Mousse, Hydrating Mist, Advanced Restorative 

Serum, Advanced Reconditioning Cream. 

WHERE TO GET IT 

Available at SkinMTX ® clinics nationwide and at 

skinmtx.com.au @skinmtx.australia 


SKIN

HYDRAFACIAL 

partners with 

MURAD for 

the ultimate 

anti-ageing facial 

HYDRAFACIAL AND MURAD HAVE TEAMED UP 

TO CREATE THE MURAD RETINOL BOOSTER FOR 

HYDRAFACIAL. WITHOUT FURTHER ADO, MEET 

THE DREAM TEAM. 

HydraFacial, the next-gen 

skin rejuvenation treat that 

has taken the beauty world 

by storm, just got personal. Made 

especially for HydraFacial, the Murad 

Retinol Booster can be added to 

HydraFacial treatments for targeted 

treatment of wrinkles and age-related 

skin concerns, accelerating the skin’s 

surface renewal and promoting a more 

radiant complexion. 

The Retinol Booster boasts Retinol 

Tri-Active Technology (a fast-acting 

retinoid, time-released retinol and 

a retinol booster all in one) to help 

combat fine lines and wrinkles, 

uneven skin tone and loss of radiance. 

The serum also includes micronised 

collagen peptides to promote an 

immediate increase in hydration and 

to help skin hold more water for a 

firmer, more dewy appearance. 

RETINOL: THE GOLD 

STANDARD ANTI- 

AGEING INGREDIENT 

Vitamin A is arguably the singlemost 

important ingredient to 

prevent, restore, normalise and 

help repair damaged skin. It helps 

smooth 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. 

Since our bodies do not make 

Vitamin A, our skin becomes deficient 


SKIN 

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). 

Retinol, a Vitamin A derivative, acts 

as an antioxidant and neutralises the 

free radicals that result from exposure 

to ultraviolet light. In addition, regular 

application of retinol increases cellular 

turnover, stimulating a thickening of the 

epidermis and promoting the removal of 

excess pigment. 

Medical research has also documented 

that the use of retinol on the skin can 

create new collagen deposition, and 

greater proliferation of new blood vessels 

and capillary formation. Dramatic 

improvements have also been observed 

with regard to skin smoothness, evening 

of skin tone and overall skin rejuvenation. 

HYDRAFACIAL: THE 

NEXT-LEVEL SKIN 

TREATMENT 

Creating a brand-new category in 

skin health and beauty, HydraFacial 

is an in-clinic treatment that uses a 

unique delivery system to cleanse, 

extract and hydrate. 

The system uses the brand’s patented 

hydradermabrasion technology and super 

serums that are made with nourishing 

ingredients, providing an immediate 

outcome and creating an instantly 

gratifying glow in just three steps and 

30 minutes, with no downtime 

or discomfort. 

Each HydraFacial treatment (fast 

fact: there’s a HydraFacial treatment 

performed every 10 seconds somewhere 

around the world) uses the same 

multi-step treatment process to 

guarantee consistent, noticeable skin 

revitalisation. The three steps involved 

work together to elevate good results to 

exceptional results. 

The first step is the Cleanse + Peel, 

which involves a deep cleanse and gentle 

exfoliation and resurfacing to uncover 

a new layer of skin. The second step 

is Extract + Hydrate, which includes 

a painless vortex extraction device 

that removes debris from your pores 

while delivering intense moisturisers 

that nourish skin. The last step is 

Fuse + Protect, which is an infusion 

of hyaluronic acid, antioxidants and 

vitamins that work to restore, plump and 

hydrate the complexion. 

Suitable for all skin types, HydraFacial 

improves the appearance of fine lines, 

wrinkles, congested and enlarged 

pores, oily or acne prone skin, 

hyperpigmentation and brown spots. 

And now with the added 

personalisation of the exclusive Murad 

Retinol Booster, the youth-boosting 

results of HydraFacial set a new standard 

for high-performance skin treatments. 

Take your HydraFacial results to the next 

level and get set for the best skin of your 

life! CBM 

HYDRAFACIAL IMPROVES THE APPEARANCE 

OF FINE LINES, WRINKLES, CONGESTED AND 

ENLARGED PORES, OILY OR ACNE PRONE SKIN, 

HYPERPIGMENTATION AND BROWN SPOTS.

MURAD 

Retinol 

Booster for 

HYDRAFACIAL 

MADE FOR 

HYDRAFACIAL 

BENEFITS 

First retinol-based booster developed 

for HydraFacial devices 

Accelerates skin’s surface renewal and 

instantly plumps to minimise the look of 

wrinkles, evens out skin tone and 

boosts radiance 

Rapid renewal while being gentle 

on skin 

Plumps skin’s surface 

Exfoliates and smooths 

WHERE TO GET IT 

To find a HydraFacial practitioner in your area, 

visit www.likeyourlook.com.au 


FEATURE 

The EPIC 

EVOLUTION 

of the 

EYEBROW 

PLUCK ME! AFTER A GOOD 10-YEAR RUN, BUSHY 

BROWS ARE BOWING OUT WHILE THIN BROWS ARE 

MAKING THEIR CYCLICAL COMEBACK. IN HONOUR 

OF THE SKINNY BROW REVIVAL, WE LOOK AT 

EYEBROW TRENDS THROUGH THE DECADES.

credit: Ga Fullner / Shutterstock.com 


FEATURE 

1920s 

PENCIL-THIN & DOWNTURNED 

CLARA BOW

1930s 

PENCIL-THIN & ROUND 

MARLENE DIETRICH 


FEATURE 

1940s 

FULL & NATURAL 

ELIZABETH TAYLOR 

1950s 

FULL & GROOMED 

MARILYN MONROE

1960s 

THICK & STRAIGHT 

AUDREY HEPBURN 


FEATURE 

1970s 

THIN & ARCHED 

DIANA ROSS 

1980s 

BUSHY & NATURAL 

BROOKE SHIELDS

1990s 

THIN & ARCHED 

KATE MOSS 

Credit: Featureflash Photo Agency / Shutterstock.com 


Credit: Featureflash Photo Agency / Shutterstock.com 

FEATURE 

2000s 

PENCIL-THIN & ARCHED 

CHRISTINA AGUILERA 

2010s 

THICK & BOLD 

CARA DELEVINGNE

Credit: Shutterstock.com 

NOW 

SKINNY EYEBROWS – 

RETURN OF THE 90S 

BELLA HADID 

Credit: Shutterstock.com 


FEATURE 

THE 

SECRET’S 

OUT: 

HOW 

JENNIFER 

ANISTON 

GETS HER 

GLOW 

JENNIFER ANISTON IS 

TEAMING UP WITH LEADING 

WELLNESS BRAND, VITAL 

PROTEINS, TO INSPIRE US 

ALL TO LEAD HEALTHY 

AND VIBRANT LIVES (WITH 

INCREDIBLE SKIN).

Jennifer Aniston is the OG of 

simple, wholesome wellness, 

oozing vitality and health with 

that famous glowing skin and shiny 

hair. Yes, she meditates, journals and 

never misses a workout, but there’s 

another lesser-known step to her 

beauty regimen that’s finally out of 

the bag: collagen. 

Aniston, a long-time user of Vital 

Proteins collagen supplements, 

is now the brand’s Chief Creative 

Officer – and she’s ready to share her 

secrets to looking and feeling great. 

‘Collagen is the glue that holds 

everything together. I’ve always been 

an advocate for nourishing your 

wellness from within, which is why I 

started using Vital Proteins so many 

years ago,’ Aniston says. ‘Now to 

have the opportunity to be a part 

of the brand in a bigger way, as 

Chief Creative Officer, is very 

exciting to me.’ 

Aniston has been using Vital 

Proteins for around six years now 

— well before the brand became 

a fixture on social feeds. She 

incorporates Vital Proteins products 

to stay on track with her wellness 

goals, and has also noticed a glow 

from within and an improvement in 

how she looks and feels since adding 

collagen to her daily routine. 

Collagen is the body’s most 

abundant protein and helps to 

support hair, skin, nail, bone and 

joint health. As we grow older, 

however, our body’s natural collagen 

production begins to decline. 

That’s where collagen supplements 

come in. 

‘Our strength starts from within, so 

I choose good nutrition and the right 

supplements to start off my day,’ says 

Aniston. ‘My go-to collagen routine 

is adding Vital Proteins Collagen 

Peptides in my morning cup of coffee 

or smoothie – it’s so easy to use.’ 


FEATURE 

DO 

COLLAGEN 

POWDERS 

REALLY 

WORK? 

Collagen is the vital building block 

of our bodies. It represents almost 

30 percent of all human protein 

content. It is one of the most 

abundant substances, second 

only to water. 

Collagen plays an essential role in 

the health of your skin, bones and 

connective tissues, keeping joints 

strong, making skin elastic and 

helping protect your organs, as well 

as many other functions. 

Collagen is composed of three 

chains, wound together in a tight 

triple helix (like a hair braid). Each 

chain is composed of amino acids — 

predominantly, glycine, proline and 

hydroxyproline. This very specific 

composition of amino acids makes 

collagen a unique type of protein. 

The body becomes less efficient 

at producing collagen as we age. 

According to an article for the 

Cleveland Clinic, a world-leading 

hospital, we start losing collagen in 

our 20s. By the age of 40, we’re likely 

to lose about 1% of bodily collagen 

per year, and menopause speeds 

up that loss, which contributes 

to wrinkles and lackluster skin, 

stiff joints, worn-down cartilage 

and decreased muscle mass. 

This is where collagen nutrition 

supplements can be beneficial. 

Collagen nutrition products can 

boost a youthful appearance – in 

fact, studies show that collagen 

peptides may actually slow signs 

of ageing by keeping the skin 

hydrated, which is key to helping 

prevent wrinkle formation. They are 

also known to promote hair and nail 

health, and support healthy bones, 

tendons, ligaments and joints, 

enabling us to lead healthy, more 

active lives for longer. 

Though we may not all have 

won Jennifer Aniston’s genetic 

lottery, collagen peptides can 

help our body replace lost collagen 

and in turn help to combat some 

of the internal and external signs 

of ageing. 

While more research is needed 

for a complete scientific consensus 

on the benefits of collagen 

supplements, if it’s good enough 

for age-defying Jen, who are we to 

disagree?! CBM

VITAL PROTEINS 

LAUNCHES IN 

AUSTRALIA 

VITAL PROTEINS was founded in 2013 by Kurt Seidensticker 

on the belief that collagen nutrition is an important part 

of maintaining overall health. In just eight years, VITAL 

PROTEINS has become the leading collagen brand in 

America, creating a movement that excites consumers to take 

control of their wellness journey. VITAL PROTEINS products 

contain high-quality bovine or marine collagen sources, 

offering collagen-based nutrition that promotes overall 

wellness from the inside out. 

Launching in Australia with five collagen products, the 

VITAL PROTEINS range includes its best-selling Collagen 

Peptides Powder ($39.95), Marine Collagen Peptide Powder 

($52.95) and Collagen Creamer, in Vanilla or Coconut ($39.95) 

COLLAGEN NUTRITION 

PRODUCTS CAN BOOST A 

YOUTHFUL APPEARANCE 

– IN FACT, STUDIES 

SHOW THAT COLLAGEN 

PEPTIDES MAY ACTUALLY 

SLOW SIGNS OF AGEING 

BY KEEPING THE SKIN 

HYDRATED. 

VITAL PROTEINS is available in Australia exclusively instore 

in Priceline Pharmacy. 


FEATURE 

VIKTOR&ROLF 

LAUNCHES 

FLOWERBOMB 

RUBY ORCHID 

VIKTOR&ROLF HAVE DROPPED THEIR MOST 

EXTRAVAGANT SCENT YET – FLOWERBOMB 

RUBY ORCHID, THE NEWEST AND BOLDEST 

ADDITION TO THE ICONIC FLOWERBOMB 

FRAGRANCE RANGE. 

Inspired by the theatre, flamboyance 

and sensuality of burlesque, 

avant-garde luxury fashion 

house Viktor&Rolf have unleashed 

Flowerbomb Ruby Orchid. This fruity 

floral gourmand fragrance blends ruby 

orchid flower, juicy peach and red vanilla 

bean to create a magnetic floral fantasia. 

Made for those who take centre 

stage, Flowerbomb Ruby Orchid is a 

bold yet extremely wearable fragrance 

– confident, glamorous and just slightly 

provocative. This is destined to be a 

show-stopper. 

Viktor&Rolf approach olfactory 

development in the same way as their 

fashion: with meticulous technical 

refinement, continuously evolving 

their scents and bringing them to 

new, unparalleled heights. Launched 

in 2005, Flowerbomb is the iconic, 

transformative fragrance that, with its

WEARING FLOWERBOMB 

RUBY ORCHID, YOU’LL FEEL LIKE 

ANYTHING’S POSSIBLE. 

profusion of flowers, has the power to 

make everything seem more positive. 

With Flowerbomb, Viktor&Rolf aspired to 

create an innovative olfactory experience; 

a modern-day flower power exuding an 

air of opulence, with rich yet meticulously 

layered notes, leaving a remarkable trail. 

‘This is really a new chapter in the 

Flowerbomb story. Ruby Orchid is a very 

feminine, erotic version of Flowerbomb,’ 

says the Dutch fashion house. 

A MORE CAPTIVATING, 

CARNAL ITERATION OF 

FLOWERBOMB 

Created in chorus by Viktor&Rolf and 

three esteemed perfumers, Flowerbomb 

Ruby Orchid pairs orchid and vanilla 

accords — a voluptuous, rich Ruby 

Orchid Flower accord and an intensely 

sensual and opulent Red Foxy Vanilla 

Bean accord. 

The Ruby Flower Orchid accord — 

the femme fatale of orchids, with its 

intensely dark red flowers — is known for 

its ambery, creamy scent, leading away 

from Flowerbomb’s original luminous and 

fresh character to something more suave 

and carnal. The Red Foxy Vanilla Bean 

accord brings additional intensity. This 

is the first time both orchid and vanilla 

accords have been used in a single 

Viktor&Rolf perfume. 

Vine Peach accord and several other 

red fruit notes contribute to the lingering 

sense of pleasure and accentuate the 

fragrance’s crimson memo. 

Be the star of the show with this 

captivating, rich and incredibly alluring 

combination of sweet fruit-floral notes. 

Wearing Flowerbomb Ruby Orchid, you’ll 

feel like anything’s possible. CBM 


COSMETIC ENHANCEMENT 

Your guide to 

BREAST 

AUGMENTATION 

BREAST IMPLANT SURGERY IS NOT A CASE OF ONE SIZE 

FITS ALL. WE LOOK AT THE ESSENTIAL COMPONENTS OF 

CHOOSING THE RIGHT BREAST IMPLANT FOR YOU. 

Breasts are beautiful in all shapes and 

sizes, but if your breasts are sagging, 

flat, asymmetrical or lacking the volume 

and shape you desire, you’re not alone. 

It’s estimated some 20,000 Australians 

undergo breast implant surgery every year. 

Some women seek implant surgery 

to correct congenital or developmental 

anatomical abnormalities, while others 

are striving to repair the toll of age or 

breastfeeding by restoring their breasts 

to a more youthful and upright position. 

Other women simply want to have a larger 

size bust, which is more proportionate 

to their overall body size. Implants may 

also be required to reconstruct a damaged 

or missing breast, from injury, illness or 

mastectomy. There are countless reasons 

women undergo breast augmentation and



each one has unique importance to 

the individual. 

If you’re considering breast 

implants, it’s important to know 

these are not lifetime devices and 

need to be replaced after around 

10-15 years in many cases. 

Careful discussion of your 

expectations and concerns with 

your chosen surgeon, along with 

planning and assessment, can help 

to achieve a successful outcome and 

natural-looking results. You should 

thoroughly discuss your goals and 

motivations with a surgeon you trust 

and with whom you feel comfortable. 

Listening to your surgeon’s 

feedback and advice, and seeking a 

second professional opinion, will go 

a long way in ensuring expectations 

and motivations are realistic. 

Satisfaction with breast augmentation 

results ultimately depends on your 

understanding of the capabilities and 

limitations of the procedure. 

IMPLANT 

SHAPE 

Choosing the right implant is 

dependent on your existing breast 

size, shape, symmetry and projection, 

body type, and your personal 

preferences. There is no one breast 

implant shape that is best for 

everyone. Your surgeon is the best 

resource for determining what 

breast implant is best for you and 

your body type. 

ROUND IMPLANTS 

Round implants are circular with an 

even projection of volume. They are 

a good choice for those who want 

more fullness in the upper part of 

the breast and tend to give greater 

cleavage. Many surgeons agree that 

round implants are typically the best 

choice for those patients with wellshaped 

natural breasts who desire a 

straightforward breast enhancement. 

TEARDROP IMPLANTS 

Teardrop, or anatomical, implants 

more closely resemble the natural 

shape of a breast, gradually sloping 

downwards to produce an attractive 

straight line from the collarbone to 

the nipple. Teardrop implants tend 

not to be as full as round implants but 

because they are fuller in the lower 

half they can also provide greater 

projection in proportion to the size 

of the base, making them particularly 

suitable for women with little natural 

breast tissue. Mild elevation of the 

breast and the nipple can also be 

achieved, making them particularly 

suitable for women who have mild 

droopy or tuberous breasts.

CAREFUL DISCUSSION OF YOUR EXPECTATIONS AND 

CONCERNS WITH YOUR CHOSEN SURGEON, ALONG WITH 

PLANNING AND ASSESSMENT, CAN HELP TO ACHIEVE A 

SUCCESSFUL OUTCOME AND NATURAL-LOOKING RESULTS. 

IMPLANT SIZE 

Breast implant sizes are designated by their 

volume, typically ranging from 90 to 900 cubic 

centimetres (cc), or by their weight. One gram 

of silicone is equivalent to slightly less than 

1ml (1cc). The higher the number, the larger 

the implant. They are also made with different 

diameter bases to suit different widths of chest 

wall and with low to high profiles (amount 

of forward projection). For this reason, each 

manufacturer produces a number of ‘styles’. 

It’s important to take your natural breast 

width into consideration. Your surgeon will 

measure the base diameter of your chest to 

determine the ideal width of implant. If the 

implant is too wide for your chest, you may get 

‘webbing’ between your breasts (symmastia) 

or too much ‘side boob’. If the implant is too 

narrow, it will not fill the chest appropriately 

and be difficult to create a shapely cleavage. 

The choice of implant projection is to a large 

extent a personal one. A woman with adequate 

breast tissue and a shape she is happy with 

may opt for a low-profile implant that will 

simply increase the size of her breasts. 

Another patient seeking to create cleavage, or 

a patient with some degree of sag, may prefer 

a high-profile implant that can help achieve 

these results. 

Your surgeon will take into consideration 

the width of your chest and breast tissue and 

advise you on the most suitable implant size 

and style for your individual anatomy. 



SILICONE 

vs SALINE 

Saline and silicone breast implants both 

have an outer silicone shell; however 

they differ in material, consistency 

and techniques used for placement. 

Both types of implants have their own 

advantages and risks. 

Silicone gel-filled implants are by 

far the most common in Australia. 

Silicone implants contain a cohesive 

gel, designed to mimic real breast 

tissue. It has a slightly firm, non-runny 

consistency, which can give a more 

natural feel. As the gel is not liquid, 

the risk of dispersal if the implant 

ruptures is minimised. It also typically 

maintains its shape better than a saline 

implant, especially in the upper part of 

the implant. 

Saline-filled implants use a medicalgrade 

saltwater solution, which makes 

the implant feel like a water-bed. This 

can be controlled to an extent by the 

volume of fill in the implant. If implant 

rupture occurs, the saline is absorbed 

by the body. However, saline implants 

feel firmer than silicone implants and 

have a higher risk of visible folds 

and ripples.

SMOOTH vs TEXTURED 

Implant shells can be smooth or textured. Smooth-shelled implants are easy to 

insert and may make the breast move and feel more natural than a textured shell 

in certain patients. However, they have increased risk of capsular contracture 

(hardening of the breast), which is a common reason for re-operation. 

Textured implants have a thicker shell and the very nature of their surface 

means they can grab onto and adhere to the surrounding tissue, causing less 

friction between the implant and breast pocket and therefore helping to reduce 

the risk of capsular contracture. Many surgeons also believe it offers them 

greater control over the ultimate shape of the breast. 

INCISION SITE 

The three main incision options are the 

inframammary crease (under the breast 

where it meets the chest), periareolar 

(around the nipple) and transaxillary 

(inside the armpit). 

INFRAMAMMARY 

The inframammary incision is by far 

the most common breast augmentation 

incision used today, made in the 

crease under the breast close to the 

inframammary fold. The surgeon 

creates a pocket for the breast implant, 

which is slid up through the incision, 

then positioned behind the nipple. 

This incision offers the best exposure 

for visualisation and allows the implant 

to be placed over, partially under or 

completely under the chest wall muscle. 

The scar is hidden in the crease under 

the breast. 

PERIAREOLAR 

For the periareolar incision, an incision 

is made just beyond the areola, which is 

the darker area of skin surrounding the 

nipple. The incision should be made 

at the very edge of the areola where 

the dark tissue meets the lighter breast 

tissue, which makes the scar least visible. 

Similar to the inframammary 

incision, the periareolar incision allows 

the surgeon to work close to the breast. 

It is possible for the surgeon to easily 

and precisely place the breast implants 

in various positions in relation to the 

chest muscle. However, this is the only 

incision that involves cutting through 

breast tissue and ducts, and sensitivity 

in the nipple may be reduced. 

TRANSAXILLARY 

The transaxillary incision is made 

in the natural crease of the armpit 

and a channel is created down to the 

breast. This may be performed with an 

endoscope (a small tube with a surgical 

light and camera in the end) to provide 

visibility. The implant is inserted and 

moved through the channel into a 

prepared pocket. 

The greatest advantage of an 

underarm breast augmentation incision 

is that no scar is left on the breasts. The 

scar is virtually invisible in the armpit 

fold and lack of tension generally makes 

for straightforward healing. 

The transaxillary site is relatively far 

from the breast, where the surgeon 

needs to create a pocket for the implant, 

so visibility is limited. There is also a 

higher incidence of the implant being 

positioned too high and a greater risk of 

breast asymmetry after surgery. 



IMPLANT PLACEMENT 

The placement of breast implants has a 

significant impact on the final outcome 

of breast augmentation and therefore 

it requires individual consideration. 

Experienced surgeons base their implant 

placement decisions on factors such as 

the patient’s quantity of breast tissue, 

natural breast size and symmetry, 

dimension and shape of the chest wall, 

amount of subcutaneous fat and quality 

of breast skin. 

Generally, there are three placement 

options: subglandular (in front of the 

muscle), submuscular (behind the 

muscle) and dual plane (partially under 

the muscle). 

SUBGLANDULAR 

The subglandular pocket is created 

between the breast tissue and the 

pectoral muscle. This position resembles 

the plane of normal breast tissue and the 

implant is placed in front of the muscle. 

Sometimes the implant is covered by a 

thin membrane, the fascia, which lies on 

top of the muscle. This is called s 

ubfascial placement. 

This position is suited to patients 

who have sufficient breast tissue to 

cover the top of the implant. This 

procedure is typically faster and may 

be more comfortable for the patient 

than submuscular placement. There is 

generally less post-operative pain and 

a shorter recovery period because the 

chest muscles have not been disturbed 

during surgery. The implant also tends to 

move more naturally in this position. 

However, subglandular breast implants 

may be more visible, especially if the 

patient has little breast tissue, little body 

fat and thin skin. With subglandular 

implants, there tends to be more of a 

pronounced ‘roundness’ to the breasts, 

which may look less natural than those 

placed under the muscle, but this is a 

matter of personal preference.

SUBMUSCULAR 

The implant is placed under the 

pectoralis major muscle after some 

release of the inferior muscular 

attachments. Most of the implant is 

positioned under the muscle. This 

position can create a natural-looking 

contour at the top of the breast in 

thin patients and those with very 

little breast tissue. The implant is fully 

covered, which helps to camouflage 

the edges of the implant, as well as 

rippling. With this placement, data has 

shown there is less chance of capsular 

contracture occurring. There may be 

more post-operative discomfort and a 

longer recovery period. The implants 

may appear high at first and take 

longer to ‘drop’. 

DUAL PLANE 

This is where the implant is placed 

partially beneath the pectoral muscle 

in the upper pole, where the implant 

edges tend to be most visible, while 

the lower half of the implant is in the 

subglandular plane. This placement 

is best suited to patients who have 

insufficient tissue to cover the implant 

at the top of the breast but who need 

the bottom of the implant to fully 

expand the lower half of the breast 

due to sag or a tight crease under 

the breast. 

This position minimises the rippling 

and edge effect in thin patients while 

avoiding abnormal contours in the 

lower half of the breast. Generally, this 

placement is able to achieve a more 

natural shape to the upper portion 

of the breast instead of the ‘upper 

roundness’ that can be more common 

with subglandular implants. However, 

it involves more complex surgery, 

which if not performed correctly may 

result in visible deformities when the 

pectoral muscles are contracted. 

BREAST IMPLANT 

SURGERY: RISKS & 

COMPLICATIONS 

While breast augmentation is typically 

a predictable procedure, all surgery 

carries some level of risk. As well, 

breast implants should not be viewed 

as one-and-done devices – they 

will likely need to be removed or 

replaced after approximately 10-15 

years. Complications arising from 

breast augmentation can include the 

following. 

CAPSULAR 

CONTRACTURE 

Capsular contracture, or hardening 

of the breast, is thought to be the 

most common complication of breast 

implant surgery. It can occur at any 

time but more commonly in the 

months immediately after surgery. 

During surgery, a pocket is made 

for the implant in the breast tissue. 

After the implant has been inserted, 

the body naturally forms a capsule of 

fibrous tissue around the implant. This 

lining, or capsule, is formed by the 

body’s living tissue, and is the body’s 

natural response. The capsule allows 

the implant to look and feel quite 

natural. In some cases, however, the 

capsule begins to tighten, causing a 

shrink-wrap effect and squeezing the 

implant that it surrounds. 

Depending on the severity, the 

breast can feel firm or hard, become 

distorted and cause pain. It is not 

actually the implant that has hardened 

– the shrinking of the capsule 

compresses the implant and causes 

it to feel hard, but if the implant is 

removed it is still in its original 

soft state. 

Though the exact causes of capsular 

contracture are unknown, there 

are factors that may lead to this 

complication, including seroma (the 

development of extra fluid around 

the implant), haematoma, infection 

and smoking. 

To treat capsular contracture, there 

are both surgical and non-surgical 

options, although generally most cases 

of capsular contracture will require 

secondary surgery to remove the 

implant. If the implants are replaced, 

to prevent reoccurrence a new pocket 

should be made as fresh tissue needs 

to be in contact with the implant. 

INFECTION 

Infection is a serious risk of any 

surgery and occurs when wounds 

become contaminated with 

microorganisms, such as bacteria 

or fungi. When infection occurs, it 

generally appears within six weeks of 

the procedure. Most infections can 

be treated with antibiotics, but in the 

worst cases the implant may need to be 

removed and the infection eliminated 

before the implant is replaced. 

It’s important to keep an eye out 

for signs of infection, which may 

include redness at the site, fatigue 

and fever. Increased pain and swelling 

are also typical signs of infection but, 

because these symptoms are typical 

of all breast surgeries, they can be 

difficult to detect. 

RIPPLING 

Rippling occurs when the filling inside 

the breast implant moves, creating a 

winkle or fold on the outer shell of 

the implant which then can be felt 

by the patient, or which becomes 

outwardly visible. Rippling can also 

occur when adhesion to the envelope 

restricts its movement. 



Various factors govern the likelihood 

of rippling, including the implant 

type, texture and position. It occurs 

less with silicone gel-filled implants, 

smooth-surfaced implants and those 

that are positioned under the chest 

muscle. If it occurs, the appearance of 

rippling is dependent on the patient 

– their physique and the thickness 

and quality of their skin. If there is 

little muscle or fatty tissue to cover the 

implant, any rippling that results will 

be more noticeable. Rippling generally 

appears on the outer and bottom sides 

of the breast and in the cleavage. 

IMPLANT 

DISPLACEMENT 

Displacement refers to the implants 

moving out of their desired position, 

and is more prone in women who 

have teardrop-shaped or very highprofile 

implants. Displacement may 

occur due to the implant being 

misplaced in the tissue pocket, or from 

excessively stretched tissue, or trauma. 

Displacement can occur at any time 

after the procedure, and will generally 

need to be surgically corrected. 


ASSOCIATED ALCL 

Breast implant-associated anaplastic 

large cell lymphoma (ALCL) is a rare 

and highly treatable cancer of the 

immune system that can develop 

around breast implants; it is not breast 

cancer. When diagnosed early and 

treated properly, this disease is curable. 

Most cases of breast implant-associated 

ALCL are cured by removal of the 

implant and the capsule surrounding 

the implant. 

According to the Therapeutic Goods 

Administration (TGA), current expert 

opinion puts the risk of breast implantassociated 

ALCL at between 1-in-1,000 

and 1-in-10,000. Based on currently 

available data, most (95%) of cases 

of breast implant-associated ALCL 

occur between 3 and 14 years after the 

implant (median: 8 years; range: 1-37 

years). According to the TGA website, 

over the past 10 years, three Australian 

women have died from breast implantassociated 

ALCL. 

All reported cases of breast implantassociated 

cancer in Australia involve 

patients who have had a textured (vs 

smooth) implant at some point in their 

life. Based on current evidence, experts 

do not think breast implant-associated 

ALCL is related to either the contents

BREAST IMPLANTS SHOULDN’T BE VIEWED AS 

LIFETIME DEVICES. TYPICALLY, THEY ARE REMOVED 

AFTER 10-15 YEARS. 

(saline/silicone) or shape (round/ 

teardrop) of the implant. 

Breast implants with a higher risk of 

BIA-ALCL have either been removed 

or suspended from the Australian 

market. In addition, some suppliers 

have also decided to remove particular 

types of breast implants from the 

market. For up-to-date information 

on which breast implants and tissue 

expanders are affected, see tga.gov.au/ 

hubs/breast-implants. 

If there are changes in your breasts 

associated with breast implants, and 

especially if there is general swelling 

or a lump, contact your specialist for 

further investigation. 

Because breast implant-associated 

ALCL is rare, experts do not 

recommend removal of breast implants 

for women who have no problems with 

the implant. The risk of undergoing 

surgery to remove your implants could 

be higher than the risk of developing 

BIA-ALCL. If you are concerned, 

you should discuss your options with 

your doctor. 

Breast implants shouldn’t be viewed 

as lifetime devices, regardless of breast 

implant-associated ALCL. Typically, 

they are removed after 10-15 years. 


ILLNESS 

There have been anecdotal accounts 

of breast implants causing a variety of 

general health issues, known as “breast 

implant illness”, but scientific evidence 

is lacking to support this. Symptoms 

are non-specific and include general 

fatigue, joint aches, headaches and 

brain fog. 

To date, there is no distinction 

between the types of breast implant 

and the likelihood of a patient 

developing an autoimmune response 

to the medical devices being inserted, 

and there is no known link between 

these symptoms and BIA-ALCL. 

LONG-TERM SAFETY 

& MONITORING OF 

IMPLANTS 

NSW Health has recently published 

a ‘ToolKit for the Management of 

Breast Implants’ for doctors, which 

focuses on patient safety. The Toolkit 

warns patients that by proceeding with 

implant surgery, you are also required 

to undergo regular follow-up with 

your treating doctor for clinical and 

radiological assessment of your breast 

implants for as long as you have 

breast implants. 

In addition, the Toolkit advises all 

implant patients to ensure their doctor 

registers their breast implants at the 

time of surgery with the Australian 

Breast Device Registry. This will 

allow tracking of outcomes and safety 

and will allow notification of any 

important information on the safety of 

your breast implants to you directly. 

WHEN ALL 

IS SAID 

AND DONE 

The psychology behind the 

decision to have a breast 

augmentation is one of the 

most important aspects of 

the procedure. Many women 

view their breasts as a vital 

component of their gender 

identity, as the female breast 

is one of the prime symbols of 

femininity, motherhood and 

sensuality. However, women 

are notoriously critical of their 

bodies and some may be 

especially so of their breasts. 

When contemplating breast 

augmentation, ensure it’s for 

the right reasons. CBM 


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