CosBeauty Magazine #98

COSBEAUTY 

ISSUE 98 NOV-JAN 2023 

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REGULARS 

10 Editor’s Letter 

12 Beauty Insider 

130 Ed’s Faves 

FEATURES 

40 Mastering the art of 

beauty vlogging 

Kristine Fernandez shares her 

top tips on how to up your 

vlogging game. 

76 Fragrance as art 

Learn how one luxury 

fragrance house blends 

modern and old-world 

perfume craftmanship. 

92 Tweaked & terrific 

Our pick of the best 

non-surgical treatments to 

freshen your face. 

100 How alcohol affects your skin 

Why those extra vinos can 

leave you with more than 

just a hangover. 

118 Cosmetic surgery crackdown 

Australia’s cosmetic surgery 

industry is poised for a 

sweeping overhaul. 

BEAUTY 

30 Summer body essentials 

The “it list” of products 

to give your whole body a 

glow up. 

44 When science meets 

skincare 

Skincare is serious business, 

and today’s top contenders 

have science at their core. 

66 Summer skincare tips

70 Tried, tested & loved 

This season’s latest and 

greatest products. 

78 How to gift the perfect 

perfume 

82 18 fragrances that smell 

like summer 

88 Brand spotlight: 

Amplified Beauty 

Why Shahna Smith is 

dedicated to championing 

equality within the beauty 

industry. 

108 Cool summer looks for a 

hot girl summer 

This season’s makeup 

looks are definitely not one 

size fits all. 

124 MALEpolish: why men’s nail 

polish is taking off 

126Tips for healthy summer hair 

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From the 

EDITOR 

Welcome to the Summer Issue! From lush body scrubs to high tech 

serums to hydrating hair masks, here you’ll find all the new summer 

beauty products to help keep your skin and hair calm and happy as the 

mercury rises. 

First, we delve into the science of skincare (p44) and decode today’s most popular 

active ingredients and how they affect your skin, plus share an expert’s tips on how to 

achieve healthy-looking skin all summer long (p66). Of course, skincare is not just for 

your face and on p30 we share our favourite body care products to give you a glow up 

from head to toe. 

We also showcase two popular makeup looks for a hot girl summer on p108 – 

whether you’re after flirty and festive or want to celebrate the skin you’re in, we’ve got 

the tips and products to achieve them. 

Curious about vlogging all your new beauty finds? We chat with one of Australia’s 

leading content creators on how to master the art of beauty vlogging on p40. Plus, on 

p88, we spotlight Shahna Smith on how she created her new makeup brand, Amplified 

Beauty, and the obstacles along her way. 

With the festive season just around the corner, it’s time to talk gift-giving. We chat 

with a fragrance guru on how to select the perfect perfume for your loved ones (p80), 

followed by some of the essential fragrances that smell like summer (p82). 

It’s also the season to eat, drink and be merry! But before you drink that third 

Negroni, you may want to read our in-depth feature on p100 on how alcohol affects 

your skin (spoiler alert: it looks like a hangover may be the least of our concerns). 

If you’re in the market for a ‘tweakment’ or two before party season, you won’t 

want to miss our feature on six of the most popular non-surgical cosmetic procedures 

on p92. From anti-wrinkle injections and fillers to laser skin resurfacing and 

microneedling, we give you the facts on what they can treat and what outcomes you 

can expect. 

Finally, we wish everyone a safe holiday season filled with joy and happiness! 

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Nov – Jan 2023 

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Beauty insider 

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

HYDRAFACIAL PARTNERS WITH JLO BEAUTY 

President and Global CEO of Hydrafacial, 

Andrew Stanleick, recently announced the 

company’s partnership with JLo Beauty, a range 

that is being heralded as one of the best new 

brands in the market. 

Inspired by the iconic ‘JLo Glow’, the 

Hydrafacial x JLo Beauty Booster features a 

unique combination of potent ingredients 

including a tri-fermented essence, 

super antioxidants and niacinamide 

which the company says will leave 

skin plump, healthy-looking and 

glowing like never before. 

The secret behind the HydraFacial 

x JLo Beauty Booster is three unique 

ingredients that, when combined 

with other tried and true HydraFacial 

Booster ingredients, deliver 

unparalleled results: 

• Olive Leaf Extract: Used to help 

slow the appearance of ageing by 

improving skin hydration 

• Fermented Adaptogens: Restores 

skin’s natural glow and diminishes 

the look of fine lines and wrinkles 

• Hygroplex HHG: This sugarderived 

matrix ingredient helps 

restore the skin’s ability to retain 

moisture. 

The HydraFacial x JLo Beauty 

Booster launched in the US this 

September, and is expected to 

follow shortly in Australia. Watch this 

space because this is a blockbuster 

collab that is set to shake up the skin 

health and beauty sector! 

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BEAUTY SLEEP IN A BOTTLE 

SkinMTX, a dermatological-grade skincare 

brand currently making its mark in Australia 

after decades of success overseas, has just 

launched its Night Resurfacing Booster+. 

The restorative formulation combines 

the powers of exceptional exfoliation, 

remarkable restoration, and hyper hydration 

to help rejuvenate your complexion while 

you sleep. 

The Night Resurfacing Booster+, $79, 

is formulated with a blend of five carefully 

selected bio-compatible growth factors, 

triple AHA concentrate and an advanced 

complex of seven hyaluronic acids with 

different molecular weights. 

Efficacious yet exceptionally gentle, 

wake up to a visibly refreshed, rejuvenated 

complexion with this new skin saviour. 

Available at SkinMTX clinics nationwide 

and at SkinMTX.com.au 

NATIONAL BREAST CANCER 

FOUNDATION APPOINTS GHD 

AS DIAMOND PARTNER 

For over 18 years, ghd has been 

proudly supporting breast cancer 

charities around the world, raising 

over $4.5 million in Australia and 

over AU$30 million globally for the 

important cause. As an outcome of 

the brand’s continuous support, the 

National Breast Cancer Foundation 

(NBCF) has this year announced 

ghd as the only brand within the 

beauty category with a Diamond 

Status Partnership – the highest 

status corporate partnership to 

be achieved. 

In 2022, ghd have continued 

their annual Limited Edition Pink 

Collection, which communicates a 

simple, yet powerful message: 

Take control now; a reminder 

that whenever you style your 

hair, remember to self-check 

your breasts. 

$20 from every ghd Pink Limited 

Edition purchase goes towards 

funding research. 

The Pink Limited Edition 

straightener, hot brush and 

hairdryer are available until sold 

out at www.ghdhair.com/au/pinkcollection-c 


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CHARLOTTE TILBURY’S NEW 

HOLIDAY CAMPAIGN 

Inspired by the magic and euphoria 

of Studio 54, Charlotte Tilbury’s 

2022 holiday collection, Studio 

Tilbury, brings all the 70s disco 

feels! Made up of Charlotte’s 

Trinkets ($80 and under), Treats 

($150 and under) and Treasures 

($150 and over), the 2022 collection 

includes brand new products 

alongside Charlotte’s icons. 

The new campaign also sees 

Charlotte reunited with her dream 

team of beauty muses Kate Moss, 

Lily James, Jourdan Dunn and 

Twiggy. Recreating the joyous 

escapism of the disco era, Studio 

Tilbury is a fun way to celebrate the 

holiday season! 

Pictured: Charlotte’s Diamond 

Chest of Beauty Stars, $295 

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CHUPA CHUPS RELEASES FRUITY FUN BODY MISTS 

Chupa Chups is the world’s most famous lollipop brand, 

founded in Spain in 1958. (Did you know the iconic logo was 

designed by artist Salvadore Dali?) Inspired by the bestselling 

flavours of the lollipops, the new body mist range 

comes in three fruity and fun fragrances - Gorgeous Grape, 

Coconut Crush and Ripe Raspberry, $9.99 each. 

Available from Woolworths and selected pharmacies 

nationally. 

NEW LOTION-TO-POWDER REINVENTS DRY SHAMPOO 

A dry shampoo that comes in the form of a lotion but 

dries to powder? Yes, please! Say hello to R+Co Bleu’s new 

Vapor Lotion Dry Shampoo, $89, available to purchase at 

www.RogueBeauty.com.au. 

This silky, weightless lotion-to-powder reinvents dry 

shampoo, leaving hair and scalp clean, polished and 

residue-free. Whether you struggle with a greasy scalp or 

just like a matte feel in your hair, this product is an essential 

to incorporate into your everyday hair care routine. 

MELISSA DOYLE NEW 

SMOOTHGLO AMBASSADOR 

Australian TV presenter and radio 

host Melissa Doyle has recently been 

announced as the new ANZ ambassador 

for SmoothGlo. 

SmoothGlo by Lumenis is an innovative, 

clinically validated aesthetic treatment 

that combines IPL and RF microneedling 

technologies to target skin tone, texture 

and volume in a single session. 

‘SmoothGlo is a unique 3-in-1 treatment 

that targets skin texture, tone, laxity and 

lack of volume. I figure lifting weights is 

good for my body, why not see what it can 

do for the muscles in my face!’ says Doyle. 

‘I’m interested in the concept of 

reinvigorating my skin’s own ability to 

repair itself. Our collagen production starts 

to decline from our 20s, so I’m definitely 

interested to find ways to give Mother 

Nature a bit of a helping hand. 

‘I always ask other women what they 

use on their skin or hair, what lipstick 

they use or where they bought their 

dress! This is my way of sharing my skin 

health experience and educating other 

women about what non-surgical options 

are available, if that’s what they might be 

interested in. 

‘I feel positive that I’m doing something 

for myself. My skin health is important to 

me and I feel empowered looking after it.’ 


The most 

beautiful thing 

you can wear 

is confidence. 

Blake 

Lively

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Hayley

It’s all about 

confidence and 

how you feel about 

yourself. There’s 

no such thing as 

a perfect woman. 

I like imperfections 

– that’s what 

makes you unique. 

Hasselhoff 


No one can 

make you feel 

inferior without 

your consent. 

Eleanor 

Roosevelt


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If you’re presenting 

yourself with 

confidence, you 

can pull off pretty 

much anything. 

Katy 

Perry 


I have a 

confidence about 

my life that 

comes from 

standing tall on 

my own two feet. 

Jane Fonda


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I was always 

looking outside 

myself for strength 

and confidence 

but it comes from 

within. It is there 

all the time. 

Anna Freud 


Confidence. 

If you have it, 

you can make 

anything 

look good. 

Diane von 

Furstenberg 

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BEAUTY 

Summer 

BODY 

ESSENTIALS 

GET YOUR BEACH BAG READY! 

SUMMER’S CALLING AND WE’VE GOT 

THE “IT LIST” OF PRODUCTS TO GIVE 

YOUR WHOLE BODY A GLOW UP. 

Skincare is not just for your face! Just like the cuttingedge 

ingredients and technologies found in products 

for your face and neck, today’s body lotions, scrubs and 

oils are packed with active ingredients such as powerful 

botanicals, antioxidants and peptides. 

Buff away dull, dry skin with an energising exfoliator, 

and invest in targeted body treatment elixirs to smooth 

your skin from head to toe. Here are our picks of the 

most coveted body cleansers, serums and moisturisers 

on the market.


BEAUTY 

CLEAN 

& BUFF 

Just like your face needs a clean 

canvas before applying products to it, 

so too does your body. Wash off the 

day’s dirt, sweat, perfume, products 

and sunscreen with a body cleanser 

or body wash. Look for sulfate-free 

body cleansers as they won’t strip 

skin of its natural oils. As a general 

rule, steer clear of heavily scented 

cleansing products and avoid long, 

hot showers. 

Use an exfoliator a few times a 

week, and before self-tanning, to 

smooth and polish the skin. Natural 

antioxidants contained in some 

exfoliators can help target skin 

aliments such as dryness and flaking. 

Body scrubs are a great way to get 

rid of dry skin, help smooth bumps 

and even out skin tone, and get the 

blood circulating around the body. 

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1. GINGER&ME "Grateful" Bath and Foot Soak 225g, $49.95, 2. Glow Lab Cream Body Wash Triple Moisturising 900ml, $18, 

3. L’Occitane Shea Bubble Bath 500ml, $49, 4. Sundae Cherry On Top Foaming Body Wash 265ml, $20, 5. Sunday Riley Charcoal 

Smoothie Jelly Body Scrub 200g, $57, 6. Biossance Squalane + Enzyme Sugar Body Scrub 60ml, $42, 7. Monat Exfoliate & Refine Body 

Polish 208ml, $77, 8. Clear Skincare The Body Buffing Bar, $32, 9. Three Warriors Tasmanian Sand Scrub 150g, $20.05, 

10. Medik8 Smooth Body Exfoliating Kit includes Smooth Body Scrub 150ml, Smooth Body Mitt and Smooth Body Lotion 200ml, $104, 

11. Ella Baché Floral Oil 500ml, $77, 12. Jurlique Smoothing Body Exfoliating Gel 200ml, $48, 13. Dermalogica Thermafoliant Body 

Scrub 177ml, $69, 14. Lush Co-Mingle Body Scrub 225g, $39.95, 15. Aspect Gentle Clean 100ml, $58, 16. Société Clinical Skincare 

Pure Everyday Cleanser 177ml, $79, 17. Palm Beach Collection Coconut & Lime Wash & Lotion Gift Pack, $44.95, 18. Paula’s Choice 

Exfoliating Body Spray with Salicylic Acid 118ml, $41, 19. Davines WE STAND/ for regeneration Hair & Body Wash 250ml, $40.95, 20. 

Frank Body Glycolic Body Scrub 250g, $25, 21. esmi Skin Minerals Gentle Foliants Fresh Sea and Salty Sand 180ml, $105, 22. Sisley 

Energizing Foaming Exfoliant for the Body 200ml, $160, 23. Tangent GC Yuzu Body Wash 350ml, $39 


BEAUTY 

NOURISH 

& HYDRATE 

Body serums and oils are loaded with botanicals, 

antioxidants, essential oils and other powerful actives 

to help strengthen the skin’s protective barrier and aid 

in nourishing, repairing and regenerating skin. Lock it 

in with a moisturising body cream or lotion to soften, 

smooth and hydrate skin. 

1. Heartwood Royal Oil Body + Hair 100ml, $95, 2. Feniu 

Tongan Coconut Oil 100ml, $79, 3. Aspect Hand and Body 

Cream 118ml, $35, 4. Nalia Luminous Serum 30ml, $56, 5. Lush 

Dream Cream Self-Preserving Body Lotion 240g, $29.95, 

6. Lük Beautifood Aromatic Skin Nourish 100ml, $39, 7. WiQo 

Firming Anti-Drying Body Cream 200ml, $154, 8. Juliette 

Has A Gun Not A Body Lotion 250ml, $69, 9. Monat Smooth 

& Renew Body Lotion 208ml, $85, 10. Dermalogica Phyto 

Replenish Body Oil 125ml, $81, 11. Rogue Beauty Oribe Côte 

D’Azur Luminous Hair & Body Oil 100ml, $110, 12. Compagnie 

de Provence Anise Lavande Body Cream 180ml, $67, 

13. Tropicology Pure Avocado Body Oil 100ml, $79.95, 

14. Gentle Habits Ritual Body Balm 240ml, $45, 15. Ole 

Henriksen Firmly Yours Dry Body Oil 100ml, $65, 16. PCA 

Skin Body Therapy 7oz, $110, 17. Ole Henriksen BeamCream 

Smoothing Body Moisturizer 190ml, $57, 18. L’Occitane 

Almond Supple Skin Oil, 100ml, $69, 19. Jurlique Refreshing 

Body Lotion Citrus 300ml, $52, 20. Yuzu Body Lotion 350ml, 

$59, 21. Santa Maria Novella Rosa Gardenia Fluid Cream 

250ml, $110 

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Advances in skincare technology and delivery 

of active ingredients means you can now 

target skin laxity and lumps and bumps, 

with products specifically formulated to help 

boost collagen and elastin and improve skin 

firmness, smoothness and radiance. 

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1. La Perla Firming Body Lotion Serum 200ml, $205, 

2. Vanessa Megan Bio-Omega Body Contouring Oil, 

$69.95, 3. Sisley Le Sculpteur 200ml, $290, 4. mesoestetic 

body shock intensive mist 35ml, $169, 5. iS CLINICAL 

Youth Body Serum 200ml, $165, 6. Enbacci Complete 

Body Firming Lotion 280ml, $80

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SHIELD 

& PROTECT 

Sunscreen is hands-down the most important skincare 

product you could ever own. Wearing sunscreen daily will 

help defend your skin from damaging UVB and UVA rays 

and help prevent sun spots (pigmentation) and wrinkles. 

Always choose a broad-spectrum sunscreen to block both 

UVA and UVB rays and aim for a minimum sun protection 

factor (SPF) of 30. Apply 20 minutes before exposure and 

reapply every two hours, regardless of SPF rating. Apply 

at least one teaspoon per limb, one for the front of the 

body, one for the back and one for the head. A full body 

application for an adult should be at least 35mL, or 

seven teaspoons. 

1. Environ Skin Care RAD Antioxidant Sun Cream 

100ml, $62, 2. We Are Feel Good Inc. Wild Rosella 

SPF 50+ 200ml, $32.95, 3. OnCosmedics Mineral 

Pro Sunscreen 75g, $42, 4. Synergie Skin UberZinc 

Body Cream 200ml, $59, 5. Aspect Sun Physical 

Sun Protection SPF 50+ 75ml, $59 

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BEAUTY 

SHIMMER 

& SHINE 

Give your body a glow up with shimmering body 

oils and hydrating self-tanners. Whether you’re 

after a sun-kissed shine or a more intense bronzed 

look, these multi-tasking products will give you the 

all the holiday feels.

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1. Charlotte Tilbury Supermodel Body Shimmer 

Lotion, $88, 2. Three Warriors Face Tan Aqua Mist, 

$32.95, 3. Three Warriors Gradual Tan, $34.95, 

4. Sunday Riley Fairy Godmother Shimmering 

Body Oil Gel, $72, 5. Sisley Self Tanning Hydrating 

Body Skin Care 150ml, $165, 6. Sunescape Instant 

Self-Tan Mousse Month in Maui 250ml, $44.95 

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CELEBRITY SPRAY 

TAN ARTIST 

STACEY 

MCPHERSON’S 

SELF-TANNING TIPS 

1. Exfoliate 

To create the perfect tan you need 

the perfect canvas, says Stacey. She uses 

the Three Warriors Tasmanian Sand Scrub 

and Exfoliating Glove to prep skin. 

Afterwards, always moisturise hands and feet 

before you tan to prevent uneven colouring 

on drier areas. 

2. Set your tan 

Apply the tan, blend and then set using a 

fresh eco-friendly tanning mitt or a blending 

brush after application for a final blend and 

polish. Setting your tan will ensure that your 

tan is seamless from head to toe. 

3. No soap 

Don’t use soap for the first wash after 

“marinating” time. Stacey says this will help 

with tan longevity. You shouldn’t shower for 

at least another 8 hours to allow the tan to 

fully develop. 

4. Layering your tan 

To extend and refresh your glow, 

Stacey uses the Three Warriors Face Tan 

Aqua Mist, Body Tan Aqua Mist or Gradual 

Tanner. These will help to add colour to any 

areas that are fading. 

‘For the body, I like to mix a tan extender into 

my moisturiser to hydrate skin and prolong 

the tan,’ she says. ‘Never spray tan over an 

old tan! Biggest tanning no-no!’ 

5. Kindness 

Be kind to yourself if you’re a first timer 

to self-tanning! 


Mastering 

FEATURE 

the art 

of beauty 

vlogging 

KRISTINE FERNANDEZ, SOCIAL MEDIA 

COACH, DAILY VLOGGER AND NIKON 

CREATORS PARTNER, SHARES HER TOP TIPS 

ON HOW TO UP YOUR VLOGGING GAME. 

Kristine Fernandez 

Beauty vlogs have become some of the 

most popular videos on YouTube over 

the past 10 years and we continuously 

see influencers and lifestyle gurus make 

the switch to vlogging across all their 

social media platforms. 

The key to the success of beauty 

vlogging lies visually in the aesthetics. 

While beauty and makeup are at the 

centre of the content, it’s also very 

important to make sure every aspect 

of your vlog is appealing to the viewer, 

whether it’s the editing, the onscreen 

text or even your background and setup. 

When it comes to creating beauty 

vlogs, the main thing to keep in mind 

is what your audience is interested in 

– and, generally speaking, it’s that final 

outcome that they’re really looking for. 

For example, what are they going to 

learn from this video? 

Vlogs are also a great opportunity to 

involve your audience and keep them 

engaged rather than talk at them. An

REC• 

additional tip is to create a B-roll as well as your A-roll. A-roll 

is the main content you will use in your blog, which could 

be you highlighting certain products or chatting to the 

camera. B-roll is a back-up roll, or footage which can 

be used in place of something else. I might pop 

my camera on my tripod and tilt the camera to a 

product I am wanting to highlight. This reduces 

the footage of you speaking directly to the 

camera and offers different shots of products, 

ie, a cream on your hand or holding a bottle. 

This allows you to show the audience, rather 

than tell them, about the product. 

BACKGROUND IS 

EVERYTHING 

For beauty vlogs, people want to learn 

a technique that is going to help them 

enhance their features. What this means 

in terms of setting up your vlogging space 

is a backdrop that will allow your skills to 

shine! For beauty vlogs specifically, great 

backdrops include things like a neutral 

curtain, where the light is coming from in 

front of you and you have that soft curtain 

behind you. This enables the audience to view 

everything you’re showing them without the 

background taking away from the focal point of 

the video. 

At the end of the day, the backdrop needs to 

complement what’s happening in the foreground, and 

if the curtain doesn’t work for your space, any neutral 

background will work a charm. Another key thing to note 

is the way light bounces off surfaces. The neutral background 

ensures you’re not having all different colours bouncing off of 

you or your products in the video. 

LIGHTING 

Following on from my last point, let’s talk about lighting. If you don’t have 

some form of artificial lighting such as a ring light or studio lights, placing your 

camera in front of a window where soft, natural light can shine through will also 

do the trick. A key thing to note is that the natural light should not be direct 

sunlight as this will distort the lighting and affect the quality of your video. 

MUST-HAVE VLOGGING GADGETS 

The must-have vlogging gadgets have to include the Nikon Z 30 camera 

(www.Nikon.com.au RRP $1,349). This new lightweight camera is great for 

vlogging. It has a microphone jack, which plays a really important role in 

providing your audience with quality sound. With the microphone jack, you 

can use a Bluetooth microphone (I use the Rode Wireless Go) or a directional 

microphone tethered by a cord. 


FEATURE 

Even though vlogging is a primarily visual 

experience, sound plays an equally important 

role when elevating that consumer involvement. 

Bad sound quality will make your video really 

hard to watch and cause the audience to feel 

disconnected from what you are trying to 

showcase. One of the best features of the Nikon 

Z 30 is how lightweight the product is. When 

you’re jumping from product to product or 

running around on a busy schedule, you don’t 

want to be lugging heavy equipment! 

For quick and simple editing, I use iMovie, 

which is a free software on Mac, and incredibly 

easy to use. You are also able to transfer content 

straight from your Z 30 onto your laptop, and 

then onto your phone so you can edit on the go. 

For mobile editing, I use an app called In Shot. 

Kristine’s 

top tips 

SHOW, DON’T TELL 

For me, vlogging is all about the visual 

experience. What I would encourage any new 

vlogger to do is to use any opportunity they can 

to demonstrate what they’re wanting to educate 

their audience on, rather than talk at the camera. 

Especially in the beauty industry, it’s such a visual 

outcome. As stated before, showing rather 

than telling is a really great way to increase your 

audience engagement and make your content 

more unique. 

Due to the way social media has helped to 

develop the art of vlogging, it has given creators 

the opportunity to be their utmost authentic 

selves. I believe that vloggers don’t have to 

worry too much about tone, or if you feel you’ve 

said something seamlessly enough. What you 

can focus on, instead of perfecting, is to be as 

descriptive as possible. Instead of instructing, use 

descriptive language and adjectives to highlight 

your actions. 

UPLOAD TIMES 

Another thing to consider is your upload time. My upload 

time is based on when I know my audience is watching. 

For example, if I know my audience is busy during the day 

and loves watching YouTube or scrolling through social 

media at night, then I will upload my content at nighttime. 

If you’re new to the vlogging scene, don’t be discouraged 

if your views or engagement isn’t where you would like 

it to be. Upload times are very trial and error, and over 

time you will begin to understand more about what your 

viewers are looking for by initially making those mistakes!

HOW TO STAND OUT 

FROM THE CROWD 

The best way to stand out from a visual 

perspective is your equipment. The Nikon Z 

30 really embodies what vlogging is about. It’s 

light and compact and provides that excellent 

video quality. Another great component of the 

Z 30 is the touch-sensitive vari-angled screen, 

which allows you to see yourself and visualise 

firsthand what your audience is going to see. 

Nikon SnapBridge connectivity makes it easy 

to transfer files from your camera to your 

smartphone, so if you’re having to create a 

cover photo for your video, this makes it easy 

for you to directly transfer the jpegs to your 

phone and edit from there. 

I use a camera for my social media posts all 

the way through to my online courses. Using a 

quality camera i rather than your phone helps 

to level up your content in terms of sharpness, 

colour and overall visual clarity, and having 

quality content will further enhance the quality 

of your work 

Last but not least... have fun! Don’t be afraid 

to push the boundaries and create what you 

love. CBM 

Follow Kristine Fernandez 

on her YouTube channel, 

www.youtube.com/c/KristineFernandez 

or Instagram @ missfernandez__ 

to learn more content creator tips. 


SKIN 

WHEN 

SCIENCE 

MEETS 

SKINCARE IS SERIOUS 

BUSINESS, AND TODAY’S 

TOP CONTENDERS HAVE 

SCIENCE AT THEIR CORE. 

SKIN

CARE 

Skincare brands 

have poured 

millions of dollars into research and 

development, employing highly skilled 

biochemists to create new products 

delivered in formulations designed 

to enhance both the function and 

appearance of the skin. 

The result is that today’s skincare 

lines contain a whole heap of goodies 

that can affect a real positive change 

in your skin, improving skin tone and 

texture and helping to plump out fine 

lines and wrinkles. 

Elite skincare formulations contain 

active ingredients, many of which work 

on a cellular level. Cell-communicating 

ingredients such as Vitamin A and 

peptides can penetrate to deeper 

levels and either enhance or help to 

inhibit natural activities. 

Research shows that benefits for 

the skin can be obtained from plant 

extracts and essential oils as well as 

vitamins, enzymes, phytochemicals 

and more. Look for products 

containing antioxidants, AHAs, cellcommunicating 

and skin-brightening 

ingredients, and intercellular 

substances that mimic skin structure. 

For the products to work, these need 

to be at sufficient concentrations and 

synergies to allow them to retain their 

active properties. 

The following showcases just some 

of the common ingredients found 

in today’s skincare formulations to 

improve the function and appearance 

of the skin. 


SKIN 

ALPHA 

HYDROXY 

ACIDS & 

ENZYMES 

Alpha hydroxy acids (AHAs), or 

glycolic or lactic acid, are derived 

from plant sources and milk. Glycolic 

comes from sugar cane, and lactic 

from milk. They work to exfoliate the 

skin and give a fresher appearance, 

reducing the look of fine lines. 

Alpha hydroxy acids, at high 

enough concentrations, result in 

moisturisation and stimulation of 

water-holding gels in the skin which 

cause plumpness, firmness and 

wrinkle reduction. 

AHAs are exremely effective 

exfoliants, improving skin texture 

and promoting radiance. But start 

out slow and apply AHA products 

every other day before building up 

to daily, to avoid irritation. 

Enzymes are non-acid plant-based 

exfoliants and are considered a 

more gentle alternative to AHAs. 

The main difference is that enzymes 

work to exfoliate the surface of the 

skin whereas AHAs can penetrate 

deeper to aid in cellular turnover.

1. 

5. 

2. 

3. 

4. 

6. 

7. 

8. 

9. 

10. 

11. 

12. 

13. 

14. 15. 

16. 

1. Minenssey O-Polish Enzyme Resurfacing Mask 25ml, $20, 2. iS CLINICAL Active Serum 15ml, $143, 3. SkinMTX Night 

Resurfacing Booster 15ml, $79, 4. Sunday Riley Good Genes Lactic Acid Treatment 50ml, $184, 5. Sisley Exfoliating Enzyme 

Mask 40g, $150, 6. WiQo Smoothing Face Fluid 30ml, $138, 7. Charlotte Tilbury Super Radiance Resurfacing Facial, $99, 

8. Cosmedix Pure Enzymes 60g, $99, 9. Aesthetics Rx AHA Cream Cleanser 125ml, $59, 10. mesoestetic ultimate micropeel 

150ml, $129, 11. Medik8 Press & Clear 150ml, $64, 12. Skinstitut Glycolic Cleanser 12% 200ml, $49, 13. Ginger & ME AHA 

Cleanser 150ml, $57, 14. Dr Naomi Skin Walk Of Shine Aha Brightening Cleanser 140ml, $59, 15. Image Skincare Ageless 

total Resurfacing Masque, $72, 16. Paula’s Choice Daily Smoothing Treatment with 5% AHA, $51 


ANTIOXIDANTS 

SKIN 

Antioxidants are the skin’s bodyguards. They are substances that 

the body uses to protect itself from free radical damage, which is 

caused by scavenger molecules that attack healthy skin cells, usually 

from smoking, sun damage, pollution and alcohol consumption. 

Antioxidants help mop up this damage. 

Antioxidants in combination, studies suggest, can exert a 

cumulative synergistic action on the skin that is more effective than 

single ingredient formulations. 

Look for products containing Vitamins A, B3, C (more on these 

below) E and D, co-enzyme Q10, idebenone, lycopene, grapeseed 

extract, papaya, green tea, rosehip and resveratrol. 

1. Lük Beautifood Supergreens Lip Scrub with Chlorophyll, $28, 2. 

Biologi Bg Defence Anti-Pollution Serum 20ml, $58, 3. mesoestetic 

age element anti-wrinkle lip and contour 15ml, $129, 4. Cosmedix 

Elite Pepoxide 30ml, $139, 5. Aspect Super PD Complex 30ml, $136, 

6. Paula’s Choice Super Antioxidant Concentrate Serum with Retinol 

30ml, $53, 7. Dr. LeWinn’s Reversaderm Corrective Skin Peel, 30ml, 

$39.95, 8. Advanced Nutrition Programme Skin Antioxidant, $83, 

9. Vanessa Megan A+B+C Daily Face Cream with SPF 15 50ml, 

$64.95, 10. Societe Vitamin D Complex 48g, $199, 11. Enbacci Age 

Revitalising Eye Defence Cream 15ml, $88, 12. iS CLINICAL White 

Lightening Serum 15ml $127 

3. 

4. 

5. 

2. 

1. 

6. 7. 8.

11. 

9. 

10. 

12. 


VITAMIN A 

3. 

SKIN 

Vitamin A is often touted as the most effective 

important topical ingredient to prevent, restore, 

normalise and help repair damaged skin. Since our 

body does not make Vitamin A, our skin becomes 

deficient over time. 

For that reason, Vitamin A is a very important 

and necessary ingredient in all quality anti-ageing 

product lines. 

Arguably the most potent topical derivative of 

Vitamin A is retinol (retinoic acid), which is widely 

regarded as *the* anti-ageing solution. Retinol 

encourages better cell function and turnover to 

improve skin texture, increase collagen production 

to address fine lines, inhibit the enzyme tyrosinase 

to target excess and abnormal melanin production 

(hyperpigmentation), and regulate oil production 

to improve acne. 

1. 

2. 

1. Aspect Extreme B17 30ml, 

$136, 2. Dr Naomi Skin Let 

It B 35ml, $119, 3. Synergie 

Skin Vitamin B 30ml, $125 

VITAMIN B3 

1. 

2. 

3. 

1. O Cosmedics Potent Retinol Serum 0.5% 30ml, 

$97, 2. Synergie Skin Ultimate A 30ml, $139, 3. Feniu 

Advanced Retinol Repairing Eye Serum 30ml, $120, 

4. Sunday Riley A+ High-Dose Retinoid Serum 50ml, 

$128, 5. Kiehl’s Retinol Fast Release Wrinkle-Reducing 

Night Serum 28ml, $138, 6. Skinbetter Science 

AlphaRet Overnight Cream 30ml, $159 

4. 

5. 

6. 

Vitamin B3 (niacinamide) has really come to 

the fore in the anti-ageing war, taking its place 

alongside skincare veterans Vitamins A and 

C. Vitamin B3 increases ceramide production 

to increase natural hydration levels and skin 

luminosity; helps prevent the transfer of melanin 

from melanocyte to keratinocyte and thereby 

reducing hyperpigmentation; increases the 

natural immunity of the skin to defend against 

environmental stress; and reduces excess oil 

production. (Now that’s a busy little B!) 

Niacinamide, the physiologically active form 

of Vitamin B3, is part of the Vitamin B group and 

is water soluble. Used in anti-ageing products, 

studies have shown it stimulates collagen synthesis 

and fatty acid levels in skin. 

Typically used in serum form, Vitamin B3 can 

effectively treat acne, fade hyperpigmentation 

and improve skin barrier function, as well as 

help reduce fine lines and wrinkles. It provides 

antioxidant properties for the skin and it has also 

been shown to have anti-inflammatory and healing 

properties, as well as help reduce skin sensitivity.

7. 

6. 

8. 

9. 

10. 

VITAMIN C 

2. 

3. 

1. 

4. 

5. 

As L-ascorbic acid – the form of Vitamin C that 

the majority of medical papers refer to as being 

most active on human skin cells – Vitamin 

C works to increase collagen production to 

reduce fine lines and minimise scarring and is a 

potent anti-inflammatory. 

Vitamin C repairs and rejuvenates the skin. It 

also helps inhibit tyrosinase activity to address 

hyperpigmentation. Vitamins A and B are 

thought to perform best in a slightly alkaline 

environment, which means it is best to use 

these vitamins together, while applying Vitamin 

C, which operates best at a lower acidic pH, 

separately. 

Vitamin C is an antioxidant found naturally in 

the skin, which works with other antioxidants to 

prevent free radical damage. These are volatile 

molecules so look for a stabilised Vitamin 

C product to help reinforce the skin’s own 

defences and prevent long-term damage. 

1. Ultraceuticals Ultra Granule C Microfoliant 75ml, $88, 

2. Synergie Skin Effica C 30ml, $125, 3. No7 Radiance+ 

15% Vitamin C Serum, 25ml, $34.99, 4. Sunday Riley 

CEO 15% Vitamin C Brightening Serum 30ml, $128, 

5. Lush Bright and Beautiful Vitamin C Exfoliating 

Facial Scrub 100g, $30.95, 6. mesoestetic age element 

brightening complex plus 5.5ml, $139, 7. Paula’s Choice 

Vitamin C25 Super Booster 5ml, $84, 8. Ole Henriksen 

Banana Bright + Eye Crème 15ml, $60, 9. PCA Skin C 

& E Advanced 28g, $198, 10. O Cosmedics Vitamin C 

Hemp Seed Oil 30ml, $123 


HYALURONIC 

ACID 

SKIN 

Hyaluronic acid is what gives skin its volume 

and fullness. One of its many claims to fame 

is that it can hold up to 1,000 times its weight 

in water (which equates to being a super 

skin hydrator!). 

Also known as hyaluronan or sodium 

hyaluronate, hyaluronic acid occurs naturally 

in the human body and is central to regulating 

cell growth and renewal. It is found extensively 

in connective, epithelial and neural cells. As 

such, hyaluronic acid has found its way into 

many skincare products, particularly antiwrinkle 

formulations. 

Hyaluronic acid is primarily used as a 

moisturising agent. Because of its ability to 

“latch” onto huge numbers of water molecules 

and bring them into the cells of the skin, it is an 

extremely effective moisturiser. 

The fact that this acid binds with water 

accounts for the special interest in hyaluronic 

acid in cosmetic enhancement. When injected 

under the skin in the form of dermal fillers, it 

provides fullness and plumpness at the site, 

replacing lost volume on the face, filling in lines 

and wrinkles and, depending where applied, 

creating the illusion of more prominent 

cheekbones and fuller lips. 

For good reason, hyaluronic acid is often 

dubbed as the key to the fountain of youth. 

Look for products containing hyaluronic acid, 

hyaluronan and sodium hyaluronate. 

1. 

1. Purely Byron Native Sunrise 

Blend Moisturiser, $100, 

2. Antipodes Flora Probiotic 

Skin-Rescue Hyaluronic Mask 

75g, $48, 3. Kiehl’s Super Multi- 

Corrective Cream 50ml, $108, 4. 

Image Skincare Ageless total pure 

hyaluronic 6 filler 30ml, $139.95, 

5. esmi Skin Minerals Hydrating 

Hyaluronic Acid Serum 30ml, $65, 

6. PCA Skin Hyaluronic Boosting 

Serum 30ml, $229, 7. CAUDALIE 

Premier Cru The Serum 30ml, $175 

3. 

2. 

4. 

5. 

6.

LIPIDS 

Lipids are a large and diverse group of 

biologically important molecules that 

are essential to life. Fatty acids, fats, 

oils, waxes, steroids and phospholipids 

are types of lipids. Major roles include 

cell membrane structure, energy 

storage and cell communication. 

They are used in skincare products as 

an emollient and, because of their rich, 

luxurious feel, many are designed for 

use on dry, chafed and inflamed skin. 

Lipids are naturally produced by 

the skin and serve to maintain the 

skin’s natural barrier function and 

prevent moisture loss. Ceramides (a 

naturally occurring skin lipid found 

within the cell membrane) and evening 

primrose oil (abundant in omega 6 

fatty acids) are good examples of these 

nourishing lipids. Also look out for 

products containing jojoba, coconut, 

macadamia, olive and avocado oils, 

shea butter and wheatgerm. 

1. CeraVe Moisturising Cream 

340g, $19.99, 2. The Secret Serum 

30g, $130, 3. Tropicology Avocado 

Revitalising Serum 50ml, $109.95, 

4. IT Cosmetics Confidence In a 

Cream 60ml, $79, 5. Sisley Supremÿa 

At Night The Supreme Anti-Aging Skin 

Care Lotion 140ml, $340 

3. 

7. 

1. 

2. 

4. 

5. 


SKIN 

1. 

2. 

1. Medik8 Liquid Peptides 30ml, $104, 2. Skinstitut Expert Reset 

Skin-Firming Peptide Serum 30ml, $99, 3. Glow Lab Pro-Collagen 

Plumping Night Cream 50g, $27, 4. Paula’s Choice Peptide Booster 

20ml, $79, 5. Dermaquest Nourishing Peptide Cream 56.7ml, $185, 

6. Dose & Co Collagen Peptides Peach 200g, $34.99 

3. 

5. 

6. 

4. 

PEPTIDES 

Peptides are one of the newer ingredient groups 

to hit the anti-ageing skincare scene and many 

studies have shown significant results. Acting as 

chemical messengers, peptides communicate with 

cells to perform a specific function. They are highly 

respected for their ability to penetrate the skin and 

activate their target. 

Peptides “turn on” the fibroblasts, which are 

essential for building and repairing the skin and a 

basic requirement for anti-ageing success. 

Peptides are small molecules of at least two or 

more amino acids chemically linked together. When 

certain amino acids are combined, they create 

specific peptides (the different combinations are 

virtually limitless and many experts believe we 

haven’t even touched the surface). 

Peptides have a variety of functions, primarily they 

help to stimulate collagen, combat what is known as 

Advanced Glycation End (AGE) product formation, 

which is a metabolic process that damages collagen 

in the body, and reduce pigmentation. 

The science came from the discovery that when 

collagen is damaged by sunlight, it is broken up 

into peptides. Certain peptides formed were able 

to act as a signal to skin cells to make new collagen, 

meaning we could improve wrinkled skin by 

fooling the skin into thinking it had been damaged 

by applying this peptide. Peptides are cellcommunicating 

and can potentially trigger specific 

things in the skin, so that they might improve 

wrinkles, or firmness, or age spots, for example.

1. 

2. 

DNA REPAIR 

DNA repair enzymes, stem cells and growth 

factors have more recently become a hot topic 

in many research sectors. A study of DNA repair 

was even awarded the Nobel Prize in Chemistry 

in 2015. 

The future of anti-ageing, especially in terms 

of skincare products, is looking towards ‘gene 

creams’ that address the skin’s deeper biological 

concerns: DNA damage and stem cell stimulation. 

DNA repair enzymes are particularly exciting. 

They seek out and then repair damaged DNA 

from UV damage, pollutants and ageing. This 

leads to healthier, less damaged skin, which 

aesthetically means less brown spots, wrinkles 

and dullness since those all tend to be signs of 

DNA damage. 

1. CALECIM Professional 

Restorative Hydration 

Cream 50g, $359 

2. SkinMTX TeloZyme 

Youth Activator 20ml, $139 

SUNSCREEN 

(the single-most 

important 

skincare product) 

Yes, that’s right people, sunscreen tops the list! They 

are, first and foremost, products to help prevent 

damage and extrinsic ageing of the skin. Given that 

UV light is the fundamental basis of environmental 

ageing (and hands-down the most damaging 

element to human skin), zinc oxide used in a broadspectrum 

sunblock should be your number-one 

skincare ingredient, protecting you against the 

harmful rays of the sun. Look for sunscreens that 

have both physical and chemical blockers plus 

antioxidants. 

1. 

2. 

1. Synergie Skin Uber Zinc 50ml, $120, 2. Dermalogica Dynamic Skin 

Recovery SPF 50 50ml, $119, 3. We Are Feel Good Inc. Good Morning 

SPF 50 50ml, $34.95, 4. esmi Skin Minerals Skin Shield SPF 50ml, $45 

3. 

4. 


SKIN 

The 

skin 

you’re 

in 

As the body’s largest organ and one of its 

most essential systems, the skin’s functions go 

far beyond the aesthetic. The skin regulates 

internal temperature; perceives external 

stimuli and transmits the information to 

the brain; protects from potentially harmful 

substances; and stores essential nutrients. 

Skin is comprised of three main layers – 

epidermis, dermis and hypodermis – all of 

which vary significantly in their anatomy 

and function.

EPIDERMIS 

The epidermis is the outer-most layer of the 

skin and continually renews and regenerates. 

Ultimately, all the cells in the epidermis 

originate from a single layer of basal cells 

in its basement membrane – these are 

called keratinocytes, which are stacked on 

top of each other to form several strata, 

melanocytes and dendritic cells. 

Keratinocytes develop in the basal layer 

and rise, losing their central nucleus and 

producing skin proteins called keratins and 

fats called lipids, before being shed from 

the surface of the skin as dead cells. As they 

move towards the surface of the skin, their 

form changes and they create distinct layers 

known – from the bottom up – as the basal 

layer, the spiny layer, granular layer, stratum 

and stratum corneum. 

In the spiny layer, the keratinocytes make 

lipid fat cells which discharge as the cells 

move up through the granular layer, forming 

a moisture-carrying mortar around the basal 

cells, which are now called corneocytes. 

These effectively dead and flattened cells 

form the protective outer layer of skin, 

which is worn away in a process known as 

desquamation. The entire process normally 

takes around 30 days – although sunburn, 

injury or cosmetically stripping the outer 

layer speeds the process. 

The stratum corneum retains moisture in 

the lower skin layers, comprising up to 15 

percent water. Moisture loss is regulated by 

the lipids, while dead cells are cleared away 

by skin enzymes. 

Men tend to have a thicker stratum 

corneum than women; they tend to have 

more collagen and produce more sebum, 

making the lipid layer of their skin thicker 

and the cell renewal process slower. 

Melanocytes produce melanin, which 

contributes to skin colour and provides UV 

protection. Dendritic (or Langerhans) cells 

are involved in the immune system of the 

skin. They consume foreign materials that 

invade the epidermis and transfer out of the 

skin to stimulate an immune response. 

DERMIS 

Between the epidermis and the 

subcutaneous fat layer lies the dermis, 

which contains connective tissue and houses 

the arteries, hair follicles, lymph vessels, 

sensation receptors, sweat glands and 

veins. This thicker dermal layer is composed 

primarily of collagen, which is responsible 

for the strength and elasticity of the skin. It is 

held together by a protein called elastin that 

is produced by fibroblast cells. The dermis 

also contains moisture-storing glycoproteins 

and hyaluronic acid, which have the ability 

to attract and bind hundreds of times its 

weight in water. Here, collagen and elastin 

production decline with ageing. 

HYPODERMIS 

The hypodermis, also referred to as the 

subcutis, subcutaneous layer or superficial 

fascia, is the bottommost layer. As the 

deepest component of skin, the hypodermis 

is made up of a loose network of fat and 

collagen cells. It acts as a protective cushion 

and helps insulate the body by monitoring 

heat gain and heat loss. The thickness of this 

layer can vary significantly in individuals and 

in different parts of the body. CBM 


SKIN 

epigenetics 

and the 

skin ageing 

solution 

MESOESTETIC ® PRESENTS 

AGE ELEMENT ® , A NEW AT-HOME RANGE 

OF ANTI-AGEING SOLUTIONS WITH 

PATENTED EPIGENETICS EFFICACY. 

mesoestetic ® , global 

leaders in medical and aesthetic 

cosmetics, have developed an 

anti-ageing solution based on the 

science of epigenetics, which is able 

to counteract the signs of ageing in 

the skin and enhance beauty in each 

stage of life. 

The innovative products target all 

the signs of ageing independently 

and intensely, helping to treat the 

loss of brightness and firmness, as 

well as the visible appearance of 

wrinkles and expression lines. 

WHAT IS EPIGENETICS 

AND HOW DOES IT 

AFFECT AGEING? 

As we age, so too does our skin. Genetics 

can explain part of this process. However, 

more than 80% of skin ageing is caused 

by environmental conditions and lifestyle. 

These factors promote the activation of 

epigenetic markers, becoming the main 

accelerators of signs of skin ageing. 

Epigenetics is the set of external 

factors that can effect DNA activity 

without changing its sequence. Using 

music as a metaphor, we could say that 

genetics is the score and epigenetics is its 

interpretation: the score is the basis, but 

the final result will be largely defined by 

its interpretation. Therefore, our lifestyle 

plays a significant role in these epigenetic 

changes, which in turn can activate or

deactivate certain parts of our genetic 

code. Understanding this is key to 

being able to synchronise our skin’s 

natural protection and repair processes 

and, as a result, being able to help 

prevent or reverse the appearance of 

skin ageing. 

After years of research into the 

science of epigenetics, mesoestetic ® 

has developed age element ® , a range 

of solutions that target the epigenetic 

markers responsible for skin ageing, to 

help minimise its visible effects. 

Often multiple signs of ageing 

appear at the same time, which is 

why mesoestetic ® has developed 

products in this avant-garde range 

that can be combined to achieve a 

synergistic and complementary action. 

This allows for both the treatment of a 

primary concern while addressing and 

improving the appearance of other 

ageing concerns at the same time, 

making these anti-ageing solutions 

100% personalised. 

Tailored anti-ageing 

skincare 

age element ® includes three product 

lines, all of which have an anti-ageing 

epigenetic and wide-spectrum 

antioxidant action that helps protect 

skin from the negative effects of 

external aggressors. 

Depending on the signs of ageing 

that you wish to target – skin laxity, 

tone/texture, wrinkles, etc – by 

combining products from the following 

product lines you can create a tailored 

routine for optimal results. 


SKIN 

ANTI-AGEING FIRMING 

SOLUTIONS 

If you’re looking to target skin laxity 

and loss of definition, peptides and 

phytoactive tightening ingredients 

can achieve a visibly firmer, smoother 

and more defined facial contour. 

age element ® firming solutions help 

combat flaccidity and visible loss 

of definition of facial contours to 

enhance the appearance of skin 

texture and elasticity. 

age element firming cream, 

$149 – provides a tightening effect 

while deeply moisturising. Improves 

the visible appearance of wrinkles 

thanks to its combination of four 

types of hyaluronic acid in different 

molecular forms. 

age element firming eye contour, 

$129 – a cream for the eye area with 

a tightening action. It helps provide 

a lifting and revitalising effect. 

age element firming concentrate, 

$179 – a concentrated serum 

with lifting effect. With a high 

concentration of firming active 

ingredients, it provides the skin 

with visible elasticity, while helping 

to plump the appearance of the 

complexion. 

ANTI-AGEING 

BRIGHTENING 

SOLUTIONS 

If your main concerns are loss of skin 

luminosity, irregular tone and the first 

signs of expression lines, stabilised 

vitamin C and hyaluronic acid are your 

main allies. The age element ® brightening 

solutions have an intensive antioxidant 

action helping to provide a visibly 

brighter, more even-looking skin tone 

and a revitalised appearance. 

age element brightening cream, 

$139 – revitalises and visibly evens 

out skin tone, while restoring a more 

hydrated complexion. Suitable for 

dull, lacklustre skin to help combat 

the first signs of ageing and for 

skin exposed to oxidative stress: 

UV radiation, blue light, smoking, 

pollution or stress. 

age element brightening eye 

contour, $98 – specifically for the 

eye area to help visibly brighten and 

reduce the appearance of under-eye 

circles and visible expression lines. 

age element brightening 

concentrate, $179 – a serum 

with high concentration of 

antioxidant and brightening active 

ingredients. It provides visible 

radiance and intensively evens out 

the appearance of skin tone. Its 

powerful antioxidant and clarifying 

action helps reduce visible dark 

spots and imperfections and treats 

the signs of premature ageing. 

age element brightening complex 

plus, $139 – a concentrated solution 

containing 15% vitamin C in powder 

form, which is combined with the 

liquid phase of the product before 

application. The liquid phase 

combines hyaluronic acid and 

a trisaccharide to promote skin 

renewal and provide immediate and 

long-lasting hydration. Ideal for dull, 

lacklustre skin showing first signs 

of ageing, and for skin exposed to 

oxidative stress.

ANTI-AGEING ANTI- 

WRINKLE SOLUTIONS 

The appearance of wrinkles and 

the deepening of expression lines 

are a sign of thin, fragile skin and 

loss of facial volume. Retinol helps 

retexturise the skin and biopeptides 

aid in protecting and restoring the 

skin. The age element ® anti-wrinkle 

solutions promote the mechanisms 

of skin revitalisation to reduce 

the appearance of wrinkles and 

expression lines while helping to 

prevent them from visibly forming. 

age element anti-wrinkle cream, 

$169 – day retexturising cream with 

preventative and corrective action 

on the appearance of wrinkles and 

expression lines. The combination of 

soft focus pigments and hyaluronic 

acid visibly fills wrinkles and reduces 

the appearance of imperfections. 

Suitable for skin with uneven texture, 

visible pores and wrinkles. 

age element anti-wrinkle night 

cream, $179 – with revitalising and 

intensive repairing action, it helps 

restore the skin during the night 

while intensively nourishing and 

moisturising. Suitable for skin with 

an uneven texture, visible pores, 

lines and wrinkles. 

age element anti-wrinkle eye 

contour, $129 – a cream that 

helps to reduce the appearance 

of under-eye bags and circles and 

also reduces and smooths the 

appearance of wrinkles. Suitable 

for skin with visible wrinkles in 

the eye contour, dryness, puffiness 

and pigmented under-eye circles 

or bags. 

age element anti-wrinkle 

concentrate, $179 – a concentrated 

serum with revitalising action 

that visibly smooths and plumps, 

minimising the appearance 

of wrinkles. It contains a high 

concentration of active ingredients 

that promote a filling effect. 

age element anti-wrinkle lip and 

contour, $129 – provides a visible 

plumping and anti-wrinkle action 

for the lip area. It helps smooth the 

appearance of ‘barcode wrinkles’ 

and marionette lines and provides 

hydration and visible volume to the 

lips, producing a filling effect. CBM 

WHERE TO GET IT 

mesoestetic ® ’s new age element ® solutions are available at 

select skin clinics across Australia. For more information, 

visit advancedcosmeceuticals.com.au or call 1800 242 011. 


SKIN 

HydraFacial 

3 steps. 

30 minutes. 

The best 

skin of 

your life. 

WELCOME TO A NEW ERA OF SKIN 

BEAUTIFICATION WITH HYDRAFACIAL, 

THE GAME-CHANGING SKIN TREATMENT 

THAT DELIVERS IMMEDIATE NOTICEABLE 

IMPROVEMENT IN THE SKIN.

HydraFacial has taken the 

beauty and skincare worlds 

by storm with its impressive, 

instant results and ability to 

treat all skin types, all age 

groups and all genders. 

Creating a brand-new category in 

skin health and beauty, it is an in-clinic 

treatment that uses a unique delivery 

system to cleanse, extract and hydrate. 

HydraFacial offers the complete package 

for clearer, smoother, more radiant skin: 

exfoliation, deep cleaning, extraction and 

hydration infusion all in the one system, 

with no downtime and no discomfort. 

Delivering the results of a medicalgrade 

facial in under 30 minutes, 

HydraFacial is more than a skin 

resurfacing technique – it’s a game- 

changing skin experience. 


SKIN 

HOW DOES 

HYDRAFACIAL WORK? 

HydraFacial uses patented Vortex Fusion 

technology to cleanse, extract and hydrate, 

improving the appearance of fine lines 

and wrinkles, congested and enlarged 

pores, oily or acne-prone skin, superficial 

hyperpigmentation and brown spots. One 

treatment noticeably decongests and 

shrinks pores, while plumping the skin with 

antioxidant and hyaluronic acid infusions. 

Each HydraFacial treatment 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 

your complexion. 

More recently, HydraFacial has partnered 

with leading skincare brands to offer addon 

Boosters to the treatment, including the 

Murad Retinol Booster to accelerate skin 

surface renewal and plump the skin, and the 

soon-to-be-released JLo Beauty Booster for 

a show-stopping dewy-fresh glow. CBM 

Easy as 

1, 2, 3 

Every HydraFacial consists 

of these three simple steps 

– but offers endless ways to 

personalise based on your 

skin goals. 

CLEANSE 

Deeply cleanses and softens skin 

to help loosen dead skin cells 

and prep for extractions 

EXTRACT 

Removes congestion from pores 

with painless suction 

HYDRATE 

Saturates the skin’s surface 

with intense moisturisers and 

nourishing peptides

The 

ultimate 

before and 

after 

See instant results with every 

treatment. Hydrafacial can help 

target concerns such as: 

Fine lines and wrinkles 

Elasticity and firmness 

Hydration 

Congestion and acne 

Dark spots 

Pigmentation 

Pore size 

Overall skin rejuvenation 

WHERE TO GET IT 

To find a HydraFacial practitioner in your area, 

visit www.likeyourlook.com.au 


BEAUTY 

Summer 

Skincare 

Tips 

CHERYL ROSS, FOUNDER 

OF MINENSSEY SKINCARE, 

SHARES HER TIPS FOR 

MAINTAINING GREAT SKIN 

THROUGHOUT SUMMER. 

WORDS BY RICKY ALLEN. 

Cheryl Ross grew up in the country and 

spent much of her time bushwalking 

with her dad. It was on these walks he 

pointed out and explained the abundance of 

different native botanicals. This was the start of 

Cheryl’s journey through the healing properties 

of botanicals, and the inspiration behind 

Minenssey Skincare. 

A former international model and cosmetics 

formulator, Cheryl’s goal from the beginning 

was clear. She wanted to create a range of 

skincare products, packed full of highly effective 

and nutrient-rich Australian native botanicals, 

to enhance skin health and boost radiance 

while providing a calming and uplifting 

sensory experience. 

After years of study and research, Minenssey 

Skincare was launched, a premium range 

that harnesses the alchemy of science to 

unlock the full potential and activity of native 

ingredients. CBM 

AHC Red 

Cream, $79 

Caudelie Paris 

Beauty Elixir, $74 

MOR Skincare 

Hydrate Refreshing 

Mist, $44.95

Fiorga Paris 

NCEF-Shot 

Supreme 

Polyrevitalizing 

Concentrate, $135 

HERE ARE CHERYL’S 

RECOMMENDATIONS 

FOR SKIN THAT 

GLOWS ALL 

SUMMER LONG: 

1. 

Start your summer skincare in 

spring by using the Minenssey Skin 

Revival Clay Mask set. The skin’s 

renewal cycle is 21 days, so by 

starting in spring your skin will look 

great come summer! 

2. 

Hydrate, hydrate and then hydrate 

some more all through summer. 

This applies to all skin types, 

even if you have oily skin (fact: 

oily skin is often a symptom of 

dehydration. Drink plenty of water 

so you are also hydrating from 

within. A product that can be used 

on all skin types is the Minenssey 

Hydrating Quencing Aqua Cream. 

3. 

In between your morning and 

nightly skincare routine, use mists 

and essences to refresh the skin 

and keep it glowing. Try Minenssey 

Hydrating SOS Mist and Minenssey 

Hydrating Dynamic Facial Essence. 

4. 

Use gentle exfoliating products to 

ensure active cellular turnover. 

Minenssey Skin Revival 

Clay Mask Set, $79 

Minenssey Hydrating 

Dynamic Facial Essence, $65 


SOS Mist, $40 


Quenching Aqua Cream, $75 


SKIN 

Beauty 

sleep in 

a bottle 

INTRODUCING SKINMTX ® NIGHT RESURFACING 

BOOSTER+, THE ULTIMATE OVERNIGHT SKIN 

OVERHAUL FOR COMPLEXION REJUVENATION. 

If the tale of Sleeping Beauty 

has taught us anything, it’s that 

beauty and sleep are like peas in 

a pod. And it’s not just a fairytale – 

science says that while we sleep our 

body goes to work repairing and 

renewing damaged skin cells and 

making sure we wake up looking 

refreshed and beautiful. 

Our skin works all day to protect 

itself from damage, but while we’re 

sleeping it switches into ‘recovery 

mode’. This is when skin focuses on 

intense repair and regeneration 

(up to three times faster than 

during the day). Production of 

collagen is boosted, harmful free 

radicals are destroyed and cell 

damage is repaired. 

THE IMPORTANCE OF 

A TARGETED NIGHT 

SERUM 

You can maximise the overnight 

skin renewal process, when your 

skin is optimally ready and waiting 

to absorb nutrients, with specialised 

skincare products designed to 

work overnight. 

The new SkinMTX Night 

Resurfacing Booster+ is the ultimate 

restorative formulation to help 

rejuvenate your complexion while 

you sleep. This “Beauty Sleep” 

formula combines the powers of 

exceptional exfoliation, remarkable 

restoration and hyper hydration to 

achieve the ultimate complexion 

revitalisation – all while you sleep!

MORE ABOUT 

THE BRAND 

SkinMTX is a dermatologicalgrade 

skincare brand formulated 

for proven, sustainable results. 

Driving innovations in aesthetic 

skincare for over two decades, 

SkinMTX provides a range of 

in-clinic and home-care Aesthetic 

Dermatology, Anti-Ageing, 

Anti-Acne, Skin Brightening 

and Special Care lines which 

deliver optimal efficacy with 

superior reliability. Leveraging 

Swiss expertise in the field 

of skin treatment solutions, 

SkinMTX is formulated with 

clinically-proven actives that 

offer unrivalled potency, helping 

provide efficacious and visible 

improvements to skin concerns. 

WHY YOU NEED 

SKINMTX NIGHT 

RESURFACING 

BOOSTER+ 

• Ultra-rejuvenating cocktail of 

5 peptides 

• Gentle multi-layer retexturing 

combination of 3 AHA & BHA 

• Ultra-immersive moisturisation 

The latest in overnight skincare, 

SkinMTX Night Resurfacing 

Booster+ serum contains a blend of 

5 carefully selected bio-compatible 

growth factors combined with 

vitamin B9 and amino acids. Each 

growth factor helps activate different 

receptors to encourage a variety 

of core functions of the skin. This 

non-animal derived placental-like 

complex provides nourishment to 

help boost visible skin revival. 

The overnight serum also contains 

a powerful combination of triple 

AHA concentrate – mandelic acid, 

glycolic acid and lactic acid with 

salicylic acid. The water-soluble 

AHAs help to shed off dull and 

rough surfaces while minimising 

the appearance of blemishes 

with visible improvement in the 

appearance of fine lines, wrinkles, 

and uneven skin tone. 

The lipid-soluble BHA reduces 

sebum levels and helps refine the 

appearance of enlarged pores for 

clear, shine-free, smooth skin. 

This product is also big on 

moisturisation. It’s targeted to 

hydrate and retain moisture in all 

layers of the skin, using an advanced 

complex of 7 hyaluronic acids (HA) 

with different molecular weights. 

This delivers strong moisturising and 

film-forming properties, helping the 

skin to preserve its elasticity, tone 

and suppleness for an overall more 

youthful-looking appearance. 

Efficacious yet exceptionally 

gentle, SkinMTX Night Resurfacing 

Booster+ enables you to wake up 

to a visibly refreshed, rejuvenated 

complexion! Beauty doesn’t happen 

overnight – until now! CBM 

WHERE TO 

GET IT 

Available at SkinMTX ® clinics 

nationwide and at skinmtx.com.au 

@skinmtx.australia 


BEAUTY 

TRIED& 

TESTED 

&loved 

SOME OF THE SEASON’S LATEST 

PRODUCTS. REVIEWED BY RICKY ALLEN. 

Garnier x Take 3 for the Sea 

Garnier has partnered with nonprofit movement Take 3 for 

the Sea to help fight the impact of plastic pollution. For every 

Garnier product purchased at Woolworths before the end of the 

year, the beauty brand will support the removal of 3 pieces of 

plastic from Australian oceans. 

Goldwell DualSenses 

Color Repair and 

Radiance Balm, 

$30.50.This is a great 

balm not just for 

coloured hair but for 

all hair types. It works 

to repair and improve 

the radiance of dry and 

dull hair. 

Fenty Makeup Brushes, from $46. RiRi’s 

super-soft makeup brushes and makeup 

sponge deliver everything you need to create 

a flawless face. The range includes brushes for 

highlighting, foundation, blush, eyes and lips. A 

must-have in your makeup kit! 

MOR Skincare Hydrate Restorative Mask, $39.95. 

This pack holds 5 sheet masks which all contain a 

blend of caviar, seaweed and hydrolyzed pear extract 

to really rehydrate even the driest of skins.

Colgate Optic White Pro Series Teeth 

Whitening Treatment, $35. There’s 

nothing better to offset glowing summer 

skin than lovely white teeth. Use this 

pen before bed and let it work its 

magic overnight. 

La Roche Posay Anthelios 50+ 

Invisible Spray, $37.95. Just one of 

the great suncreens in the range, this is 

suitable for all skin types and a mustwear 

not just during summer but all year. 

Serge Luten Collection Noir Fragrances, 

$213 each. The beautiful collection of 10 

distinct fragrances perfectly reflect the brand’s 

DNA. Each one illustrates, through smell, a 

different journey or time and the emotions that 

accompany. 

Bond No. 9 Refillable Lipstick in Chelsea 

Shade, $159. This is pure luxury – from its 

appearance to its wearability. The line comes 

comes in a range of timeless colours and all 

lipsticks are refillable. 


Buffed & 

SKIN 

POLISHED 

iS CLINICAL LAUNCHES CLEANSING COMPLEX 

POLISH, A COMPLETE FACIAL EXPERIENCE IN A 

SINGLE PRODUCT THAT INSTANTLY SMOOTHS, 

POLISHES AND SOFTENS YOUR SKIN. 

Internationally revered skincare 

brand iS Clinical has just dropped 

its new Cleansing Complex 

Polish, which deep-cleanses both 

the surface of your skin and inside 

your pores. 

This multi-purpose cleansing 

scrub instantly smooths, resurfaces 

and softens skin, and is excellent 

for all skin types and ages. It 

thoroughly cleanses the surface and 

pores of the skin without drying or 

stripping essential natural oils. A 

3-in-1 multitasker, it works as a deep 

cleanser, toner and makeup remover 

and leaves skin clean and soft. 

KEY BENEFITS 

Deep-cleanses skin 

and pores without drying 

Excellent for oily and 

blemish-prone skin, as well 

as ageing, dull, dry and 

sensitive skin 

Gives the appearance 

of smaller pores 

Smooths and softens 

Safe and effective physical 

exfoliation

Physical and biochemical 

exfoliators unite in this lightweight, 

foamy gel. Physical exfoliation 

is provided by Microcrystalline 

Cellulose Beads and Jojoba Esters, 

which are suitable alternatives to 

non-eco-friendly microplastics. 

Chemical exfoliation is provided 

by botanically derived Glycolic and 

Salicylic Acids (Sugarcane Extract 

and Willow Bark Extract), which 

are the same botanical ingredients 

found in iS Clinical’s award-winning 

Cleansing Complex. 

Designed for all skin types, 

Cleansing Complex Polish is a 

complete facial experience in a 

single product, helping to instantly 

deep-cleanse pores, smooth, polish 

and soften the skin. It is ideal for 

blemish-prone skin and also 

benefits those with large or 

congested pores, ageing, rough, dry 

and sensitive skin. 

Cleansing Complex Polish is 

formulated for use on wet skin. 

Simply apply a small amount of 

product in the palm of your hand 

and use your fingertips to massage 

your face and neck, gently rubbing 

in a circular motion. Rinse with cool 

water and immediately pat dry. 

A nifty little hack we’ve discovered 

is that the product also serves 

as a mini masque! Just leave the 

cleanser on your skin for an extra 

minute or two before you rinse it off. 


SKIN 

ABOUT iS CLINICAL 

iS Clinical by Innovative Skincare is 

an advanced pharmaceutical-grade 

cosmeceutical range using 95-98% 

botanically derived ingredients in 

their most pure and potent form. 

The comprehensive product line is 

the culmination of precise chemical 

formulations based on extensive 

knowledge of dermatological 

biochemistry and the highest-grade 

ingredients available. The products 

within the range are multitasking, 

suitable for all skin types and ages, and 

designed to improve overall skin health. 

Clinically validated by numerous 

independent third-party studies, 

this powerful transformative 

cosmeceutical range is designed 

to achieve dramatic and visible 

improvements to the skin. CBM

INGREDIENTS 

Microcrystalline Cellulose, 

Jojoba Esters 15.0% 

Unique blend of naturally 

derived biodegradable exfoliants 

as a suitable alternative to 

non-eco-friendly microplastics. 

Glycerin 5.0% 

Hydrator and humectant. 

Saccharum Officinarum 

(Sugarcane) Extract 1.0% 

Botanically derived source of 

Glycolic Acid derived from 

Sugarcane. Gently exfoliates the 

skin for a renewed complexion. 

Salix Alba (Willow) Bark Extract 

(Source of Salicylic Acid) 1.0% 

Encourages desquamation by 

‘dissolving’ intercellular ‘cement’ 

with no inflammatory effects. Also 

deep-cleanses pores and removes 

debris within hair follicles. 

Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) 

Flower Extract 1.0% 

(Chamomile Extract) 

Highly active antioxidant that 

possesses anti-irritant, antiviral and 

photoprotective properties. 

WHERE TO BUY 

iS Clinical Cleansing Complex Polish, RRP $70 + GST, 

is available from select stockists. Head to 

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

and retailers in Australia and New Zealand. 


FEATURE 

aR 

t 

Fragrance 

as 

RICKY ALLEN TAKES US ON A 

SENSORY TOUR OF XERJOFF, 

A LUXURY FRAGRANCE HOUSE 

COMBINING THE FINEST RAW 

MATERIALS AND A BLEND OF 

MODERN AND OLD-WORLD 

PERFUME CRAFTMANSHIP.

Xerjoff is an Italian perfume 

house which melds together 

art, culture and fragrance 

to produce four exquisite perfume 

collections. 

The luxury brand was recently 

launched into the Australian 

fragrance market by bespoke 

distributors Agence de Parfum. In 

fact, as soon as Nick Smart, CEO 

of Agence de Parfum – Australia’s 

leading niche fragrance distributor 

– had the opportunity to smell this 

unique range of perfumes, he just 

had to include them in his avantgarde 

collection of fragrances. 

Xerjoff, the nickname of creator 

Sergio Momo, given to him by his 

Croatian grandmother, was launched 

in Turin, Italy in 2007. Sergio grew 

up in a family where perfume was a 

passion of his parents, particularly 

his father, who travelled the world 

documenting and bringing home 

unique perfumes and ingredients. 

One of the early ingredients he 

introduced Sergio to was the Alps 

Mountain Orchid, which is extremely 

rare and has a fragrance like no 

other. Sergio’s father also instilled 

in him the belief that ingredients 

should be as natural as possible. 

Before Sergio started Xerjoff, he 

spent years learning as much as 

he could about fragrances and the 

different distillery process so that 

his offerings would be visionary and 

compelling, even to those with the 

most discerning noses and distinctly 

different fragrance desires. 


FEATURE 

The result is the Xerjoff group 

of fragrances, which form a rare 

mix of Italian style, tradition and 

innovation. The highest quality 

raw materials are specially sourced 

from around the world to create 

precious perfumes that embrace the 

wearer in an olfactory experience 

like no other, set off by exclusive 

flacons manufactured in Italy by the 

best craftspeople. These essences 

are created in Grasse, Spain and 

Italy. Xerjoff Group also carries 

out bespoke projects for private 

customers, including Middle Eastern 

and European Royal families. 

THE ART OF 

PERFUME MAKING 

Sergio and his stable of gifted 

perfumers use fractional distillation, 

which is a highly technical extraction 

process and makes it possible 

to break down the scent of an 

ingredient into various constituents 

and isolate the exact molecules 

that contain the desired scent. 

The fractional distillery process is 

then combined with a co-distillation 

process which dates back to 

the earliest recorded times of 

perfume making. 

In the past, getting the best out 

of many of the ingredients was 

incredibly difficult, especially using 

the more natural ones, but not with 

this combined distillation process. 

The end result of this joint process 

is a collection of some of the most 

exquisite and unique perfumes for 

women and men. 

Some of Xerjoff’s world-famous 

perfumers include Jacques Fiori, 

Angeline Leporini, Mathieu Nardin 

and Christian Carbonnel.

SHOW-STOPPING 

FLACONS 

Having studied design at university, 

Sergio ensures all his fragrances 

not only appeal to the olfactory 

senses but they are presented in a 

way which can only be described as 

works of art. An amalgamation of 

precious and semi-precious handcut 

stones, quartz, Murano glass, 

brass and gold are used in the 

handcrafted bottles. These bottles 

are then topped with the signature 

Xerjoff stopper. 

There are, to date, 163 Xerjoff 

fragrances, each very distinctive 

and appealing. Elle and Lua were 

two of the first fragrances in the 

Xerjoff range and they are still 

best-sellers today. 

In Australia, Agence de Parfum 

has launched Xerjoff with 30 

different fragrances, including 

Elle and Lua as well as Shooting 

Stars. Shooting Stars was inspired 

by a Siberian meteorite shower. 

It is housed in a crystal bottle 

and enthroned in a leather 

box embedded with a piece of 

meteorite. This is the level of 

presentation which Sergio demands. 

Xerjoff perfumes cover many 

different fragrance variations, with 

more in the pipeline. There are 

woody fragrances such as Kobe, 

floral oriental such as Lua and 

aromatic fourgere which is Nio. 

The different blends ensure there 

is a fragrance to meet the needs 

and stimulate the senses of 

everyone. CBM 


Giorgio Armani My 

Way Floral Eau de 

Parfum 50ml, $110 

BEAUTY 

How to 

gift the 

perfect 

perfume 

‘TIS THE SEASON FOR GIVING! PERFUMES 

CAN MAKE THE PERFECT GIFT FOR A 

LOVED ONE, BUT CHOOSING THE RIGHT 

ONE CAN BE TRICKY. RICKY ALLEN 

SHOWS US HOW IT’S DONE. 

Guerlain Paris Aqua 

Allegoria Nerolia 

Vetiver, $221

Perfumes make meaningful gifts, 

symbolising love and affection 

and evoking shared memories. 

A beautiful fragrance is something 

everybody appreciates, regardless of 

gender, age or style, however it can be 

daunting finding the perfect fragrance 

match for your loved one. 

That’s why we consulted well-known 

fragrance guru Michael Marzano, head 

of training for Agence de Parfum and 

Libertine perfumeries (found in Myer, 

DJs and specialty stores). He has 

helped hundreds of anxious presentseekers 

to find the perfect fragrance 

and now trains all his staff to do the 

same thing. 

Michael’s first rule of thumb is to 

plan properly. Make a checklist so 

that the salesperson has as much 

information as possible to help you 

on your quest. Your checklist should 

include your budget and the would-be 

recipient’s age, as well as the following: 

• whether they are a mum (or dad) 

• occupation 

• personality type 

• whether they are sporty 

• whether they are highly allergic 

• favourite perfumes or ones 

they have worn in the past 

• whether they dress casually or 

more formally. 

If you don’t have all that information, 

Michael suggests purchasing a candle, 

body wash or body lotion instead. 

Many times, he says the customer 

comes back and buys the perfume 

next, as the recipient just loved the 

fragrance of the body lotion or other 

fragrant gift. 

Companies like Santa Maria Novella, 

which Agence de Parfum distributes, 

now make all their latest perfumes 

with accessories such as body 

lotions, washes and draw sachets and 

sometimes even candles. 

When in doubt, a subtle fragrance 

is usually received well, such as Aventus 

for Her or Love in White by Creed. For 

fresh and clean tones, Angels of 

Florence or Freesia by Santa Maria 

Novella are always a hit. 

Invest in the time to take your 

perfume present seriously – you’ll be 

rewarded 10-fold when your loved one 

wears it time and time again. CBM 

Santa Maria 

Novella Angels of 

Florence, $139 

Prada 

Paradoxe $179 

Aerin Lauder Aerin 

Rose De Grasse Joyful 

Bloom, $336 


BEAUTY

18 fragrances 

that smell like 

summer 

BE TRANSPORTED TO PARADISE WITH UPLIFTING NOTES OF 

TROPICAL FRUITS, ZINGY CITRUS AND SALTY OCEAN SPRAY. 

Paco Rabanne FAME Eau De Parfum 80ml, 

$215. Capturing a Parisian breeze in the 

summertime, FAME has top notes of mango and 

bergamot, heart notes of jasmine and incense, 

and base notes of sandalwood and vanilla. This 

is a truly irresistible scent radiating joy! 

Viktor&Rolf Good Fortune 50ml, $176 

This floral perfume for women awakens with 

a bright and aromatic note, magnified by 

luxurious jasmine at its center and infused with 

creamy and captivating bourbon vanilla at its 

base, ethically sourced in Madagascar. 

Trudon Médie 100ml, $299. This is a symphony 

of citrus, with amber and leather lingering on the 

surface. Vibrant and full of sun-warmed citrus fruits, 

Médie encapsulates the heart of grapefruit and 

mandarin combined with freshly cut Jasmine stems, 

aromatic woods and the warmth of incense. 


1. L’Occitane Cherry Blossom Eau de 

Toilette 75ml, $89. This floral fruity fragrance 

will transport you to the cherry tree-dotted 

hillsides of southern France with its delicate 

and fresh scent. 

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BEAUTY 

2. Claus Porto No.5 Agua Porto 125ml, $219. 

Century-old stone, wild flora and the 

ever-present scent of the sea form a 

sensuous background for this his and hers 

spicy-green fragrance. 

3. Santa Maria Novella Melograno EDC 

100ml, $198. A bouquet of sweet floral oriental 

notes, combining the tart pomegranate with 

a powdery floral undertone. This is a classic 

fragrance for both day and night. 

4. Sisley Paris Eau Tropicale 100ml $210. 

The sultry perfumed atmosphere after a 

tropical rain shower was the inspiration for this 

enchanting scent. This is a fresh, floral and 

sunny fragrance with top notes of bergamot 

and citrus, middle notes of purple ginger 

and osmanthus, and base notes of patchouli, 

vetiver, vanilla and musk. 

5. Creed Aventus For Her 75ml, $469. This 

fruity fresh fragrance is confidence and power 

in a bottle. Top Notes: Egyptian Green Apple, 

Pink Berries, Indonesian Patchouli, Italian 

Bergamot. Middle Notes: Bulgarian and 

Turkish Roses, Indian Sandalwood, Styrax, 

Musk Base Notes: Sweet Peach, Cassis, Lilac, 

Amber, Ylang Ylang. 

6. Oribe Valley of Flowers Eau de Parfum 

75ml, $185 from Rogue Beauty. Wander 

into a vibrant field in full bloom. Fresh 

notes of Bulgarian rose, jasmine petals and 

peony blossoms soften into a long-lasting 

trail of warm amber, textured woods and 

creamy musk. 

7. Juliette Has A Gun Magnolia Bliss, $209. 

The new fragrance by Juliette Has a Gun, 

this is a floral and fruity fragrance inspired 

by the flower power spirit of the 70s. It mixes 

notes of Bergamot, Magnolia Essence and 

Mirabelle Plum.

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1. Palm Beach Collection Sea Salt 

Fragrance Diffuser, $44.95. This is an uplifting 

interpretation of the pecan breeze flowing 

through your home. It’s crisp yet warm, sweet 

yet earthy. 

2. Asriq ‘Bondi’ Luxe Fragranced Body Oil, 

$139.95. A blend of salty sea and succulent 

summer blooms, this sweet aroma will 

transport you to the sandy shores of Bondi 

Beach. Infused with aquatic and citrus 

notes and floral lily, rose and frangipani, 

this rich body oil will leave your skin hydrated 

and glowing. 

3. Lush Sun 50ml, $35. Add a ray of sunshine 

to every day with Lush’s citrus gourmand 

fragrance for women and men. It delivers a 

fruity and fragrant dose of Brazilian orange 

oil and golden mimosa with the warmth of 

sandalwood. 

4. Obvious Une Figue 100ml, $199. Inspired 

by the Corsican fig tree, this fragrance opens 

with a radiant summer chord of Mexican 

Yellow Mandarin, Italian Bergamot, French 

Rosemary and Eucalyptus. Heart notes are fig 

and immortelle surrounded by maritime notes, 

with a base of Virginian Cedar, Amyris and 

Tahitian Vetiver. 

5. This Is Incense Gentle Habits Bondi Beach 

Incense, $39. This luxury incense stick is 

inspired by the salty coastline of Bondi. It has 

top notes of grapefruit, middle notes of sweet 

cardamom and is grounded with cedarwood. 

6. Vanessa Megan Wild Wøud Perfume, 

$89.95. This aromatic fragrance is blended 

from 100% natural and wild grown flowers, 

trees, fruits, spices and resins. With top notes 

of bergamot and holy basil, middle notes of 

elemi, cardamom and black pepper, and base 

notes of cedarwood, oak moss, dark patchouli, 

oud and vetiver, this sensual and calming 

fragrance will transport you to the forest floor. 

7. The Better Brand Ocean Wild Eau De 

Fraiche Mist, $66. The Better Brand is bringing 

back the body mist! Layer or wear alone for 

a delicious scent that smells like the beach. 

Fragrance notes include coconut water, 

saffron, ginger, sea salt and driftwood. 


BRAND SPOTLIGHT: 

BEAUTY 

A MPLIFIED 

B EAUTY 

AS ONE OF ONLY EIGHT 

INDIGENOUS-OWNED 

BEAUTY BRANDS 

IN AUSTRALIA, 

SHAHNA SMITH 

IS DEDICATED TO 

CHAMPIONING EQUALITY 

WITHIN THE BEAUTY 

INDUSTRY. 

Shahna Smith was only 16 when she 

decided to register her business 

name and drop out of school to 

pursue a career in makeup and beauty. 

Amplified Beauty was named by her 

mother, who passed away shortly after, 

and since the loss Shahna has strived to 

see her brand become a national (and 

soon to be global) success. 

The Adelaide-based entrepreneur 

officially launched the brand six months 

ago, alongside her first collection of 

luxurious, liquid-to-matte lipsticks which 

are kiss-proof, waterproof, Australianmade 

and cruelty free. 

Fiercely focused, Shahna created 

Amplified Beauty with meaning and 

purpose and she is dedicated to 

championing diversity, inclusivity and 

empowerment to young women all 

over the world. Her passion for social 

change shines through in her products 

and marketing, as well as her choice 

to support national charity, Youth Off 

The Streets. 

We chat with Shahna to learn how her 

business got amped.

WHAT ARE YOU MOST 

PASSIONATE ABOUT IN THE 

BEAUTY INDUSTRY? 

Identifying and filling gaps in the beauty 

industry. Still to this day, and from our 

largest brands, diversity and inclusivity 

is hit and miss. I endeavour to shift this 

by using models of all skin tones and 

genders. I want to use our platform to 

help make a difference. 

WHAT WAS YOUR GREATEST 

INFLUENCE BUILDING 

A BRAND IN SUCH A 

COMPETITIVE INDUSTRY? 

I lost my Mum at 16. She had named 

Amplified Beauty Australia prior to 

passing. I registered the business name 

and have worked hard from that day 

onwards to make it happen. 

This actually took leaving school, 

working four jobs in my home town of 

Broken Hill, relocating to Melbourne 

and studying for my diploma in 

makeup. I ate two-minute noodles most 

days to pay for it but I was lucky enough 

to score a job at Sephora shortly after 

graduating. During my time there, my 

experience, confidence and knowledge 

broadly expanded and I decided to 

move to South Australia to begin my 

next chapter of building a business as 

an MUA. 


BEAUTY 

Unfortunately, I experienced a 

relationship breakdown and ended up 

couch surfing. At the same time, I was 

making phone calls to begin bringing 

my business plan to life for Amplified 

Beauty. Three years later, I received 

investment from Indigenous Business 

Australia to begin the preparation for 

my launch. 

As a makeup artist myself, I 

understood it was a very competitive 

industry and that I would need to stand 

out. I did this by creating an experience 

for our consumers that goes beyond 

our product – meeting with mechanical 

engineers to create magical floating 

displays where our products levitate in 

store, offering high tech virtual try-on 

and a unique packaged product to 

attract attention. I was also heavily 

involved in our formulation process to 

fill a gap in the industry. 

IF YOU COULD 

RECOMMEND ONE OF 

YOUR PRODUCTS TO 

BEAUTY LOVERS, WHAT 

WOULD IT BE? 

The Tracey. This product was named 

after my late Mum and we provide 10% 

of all sales to Youth Off The Streets 

charity. I like to think consumers are 

“purchasing with a purpose” when 

buying The Tracey. 

WHAT MAKES YOUR LIP 

PRODUCTS SO VERSATILE? 

I created a very thin formula that’s a 

little different to most mattes so that it 

can have a diverse use. 

Our products are almost a watery 

texture so that they can also be used 

as liquid eyeshadows, colour correctors 

and blush. 

They have a form of vitamin E infused 

into the formulation so that the matte 

isn’t overpowering or drying on the lips.

Also, uur lip applicators are precisely 

made ultra-thin so that you can use it to 

line your lips prior to application. 

WHAT IS YOUR FAVOURITE 

NUDE LIP COMBO FROM 

AMPLIFIED BEAUTY? 

My favourite nude lip combo is Spanx 

and Skinny Dip. Spanx is our numberone 

best seller. You can use Spanx as 

the lipliner, to shade the corners, and 

Skinny Dip in the centre. This makes 

your lips look fuller as it gives the effect 

of “contouring” the lips. 

WHERE TO 

GET IT 

Shop the lipstick range and keep 

up to date with Amplified Beauty at 

www.amplifiedbeauty.com.au. 

WOMEN EMPOWERMENT 

IS A CORE GOAL FOR YOUR 

BUSINESS. WHAT CHANGES 

ARE YOU SEEING IN THE 

INDUSTRY? 

I truly believe if you are not genuine and 

do this for the wrong reason it shows 

and easily burns because these days 

social media and consumers expect so 

much transparency. 

We have championed diversity and 

inclusivity from the start. It began 

with not allowing heavy editing of our 

campaign photos to show realistic 

beauty standards. Recently we launched 

#WokeWednesday where we will use 

our platform to shed light on issues only 

women have around the world. Our first 

post was in support of those that suffer 

from endometriosis. Our objective is 

to have women who feel that they don’t 

have a voice to approach us, to be 

their voice using this platform. This can 

become controversial but it’s a risk we 

as a company are willing to take to help 

other women. 

I often visit local schools in SA and 

provide empowerment speeches to 

young females to share my story and 

encourage them to take a leap with 

their dreams. CBM 


FEATURE 

&

T weaked 

errific 

LOOKING FOR A LITTLE 

R ‘N’ R FOR YOUR FACE? 

SOMETIMES SMALL 

‘TWEAKMENTS’ ARE ALL 

YOU NEED TO FRESHEN 

YOUR COMPLEXION 

AND AMP UP YOUR 

tCONFIDENCE. 


Anti-wrinkle inkle 

FEATURE 

injectionsns 

QUICK FACTS 

• Smooths away crow’s feet, forehead lines 

and the ‘11’s’ between the eyes 

• Brow lift effect 

• Jawline slimming 

WHAT IS IT? 

Known under the brand names Botox, Dysport 

and Xeomin in Australia, botulinum toxin is 

single-handedly the most popular aesthetic 

treatment. Botulinum toxin works by blocking 

nerve stimulation to wrinkle-causing muscles, 

which prevents the muscle from contracting 

and smooths away wrinkles and fine lines. 

WHAT DOES IT TREAT? 

As a muscle relaxant, it is used to treat crow’s 

feet around the eyes, the frown lines between 

the eyebrows (glabellar lines) and the worry 

lines across the forehead. It can also be used 

to produce the effect of a brow lift by relaxing 

the muscles that drag down the brow and even 

in the masseter muscle to create a slimmerlooking 

jawline. 

WHAT CAN I EXPECT? 

A few tiny injections are administered into 

the lower layer of skin and the results kick in 

around Day 4 or 5, reaching their full result 

around 2 weeks and lasting on average for 

about 4 months. 

The procedure usually takes around 10 

minutes and is generally well tolerated in terms 

of discomfort – so much so that numbing 

cream isn’t required.

Fillers 

QUICK FACTS 

• Used to add volume to cheeks, 

midface, temple hollows and lips 

• Fills in static lines, wrinkles, 

depressions and scars 

WHAT ARE THEY? 

Fillers are used to add volume and 

structure, fill deep folds, and smooth 

fine lines and wrinkles. They vary in 

longevity, composition and viscosity 

but all are gel-like in consistency and 

use a substance called hyaluronic 

acid, which is found naturally in the 

body and can absorb up to 1,000 

times its own weight in water. 

WHAT DO THEY 

TREAT? 

There are different grades of 

fillers designed for use in different 

parts of the face and for different 

purposes – from creating fuller lips, 

revolumising sagging areas of the 

face, and filling in marionette lines, 

nasolabial folds and temples. 

Fillers can be injected superficially 

to add volume to lips, fill in fine 

lines, reduce under-eye circles and 

hollows, or more deeply to ‘sculpt’ 

the face and add more contour, 

projection, symmetry and definition 

to areas such as the cheeks, chin, 

jawline and even the nose. 


The areas to be filled are numbed 

with a topical anesthetic, which means 

you should only feel slight discomfort 

during a filler procedure. 

The type of filler (composition and 

viscosity), where it’s used and the 

depth of injection all influence the 

final result, and how long they last. 

Superficial ‘soft’ injections for lips, for 

example, may last up to 6 months, 

while firmer filler designed for 

building and contouring and injected 

deep on the bone can last 12-18 

months. Depending on how many 

areas, this type of procedure will take 

anywhere from 15 minutes to an hour. 


Microneedling 

FEATURE 

QUICK FACTS 

• Used for overall skin rejuvenation 

• Effective for acne scarring and 

other scarring 

• Reduces look of pore size and 

improves skin texture 

WHAT IS IT? 

Skin needling, or microneedling, 

creates tiny punctures in the skin, 

resulting in a controlled injury to the 

skin which stimulates the skin’s natural 

growth of healthy new skin. The 

epidermis is left primarily intact so the 

healing period is quick – which makes 

it an effective laser or chemical peel 

alternative for many. 

Skin needling can be performed 

alone, usually with a roller embedded 

with medical-grade sterile microneedles. 

For more dramatic lifting and 

toning results, radiofrequency (RF) 

micro needling devices combine the 

collagen-boosting, skin resurfacing 

effect of skin needling with the skintightening 

technology of RF energy. 


Microneedling can improve the 

appearance of wrinkles, scars, stretch 

marks, skin texture and premature 

ageing. By stimulating the production 

of collagen and elastin, skin becomes 

more even-toned and plump with a 

youthful-looking glow. 


Microneedling generally causes 

some discomfort, particularly when 

performed with radiofrequency, but 

does not necessarily hurt. A numbing 

cream is applied before the procedure 

to minimise this. 

After treatment, skin is red and 

swollen for around one to two days, 

with a light graze-like scabbing effect 

forming over the treated area on day 

two of recovery. Most people are able 

to return to work and normal activities 

within a day or so of treatment. 

Multiple treatments are usually 

necessary to achieve significant 

improvement in the appearance and 

depth of lines and scars. Treatment 

effects are cumulative and can be 

seen six to eight weeks after the initial 

treatment with long-lasting results.

Skin 

tightening 

QUICK FACTS 

• Non-surgical facelift effect 

• Tightens and tones lax skin 

WHAT IS IT? 

Energy-based treatments for facial lifting 

and skin tightening are increasingly popular. 

These devices commonly use a form of 

energy (heat) such as radiofrequency or 

ultrasound waves – to target deeper levels of 

the dermis to promote the production of new 

collagen formation and remodelling. 


The procedure improves skin texture and 

reduces sagging skin, as well as improving 

drooping eyes, jaw line and neck, and 

softening wrinkles around the mouth, eyes 

and forehead. 


Non-surgical skin tightening treatments heat 

the skin’s deep dermis and subdermal layers 

without damaging the outer layers of the skin. 

These types of procedures are associated 

with some discomfort. Many people report 

feeling warm pulses under the skin, but this 

does vary between patients and the type of 

device used. Your practitioner will give you a 

better handle of what to expect and will make 

sure you’re comfortable during treatment. 

There may be some swelling and redness 

that gradually subside over the next few 

days but in general most patients experience 

little or no downtime. Results are usually 

gradual, as the new collagen forms over the 

next couple of months, and are typically long 

lasting – up to two years. 


FEATURE 

Laser skin 

resurfacing 

QUICK FACTS 

• Used for overall skin rejuvenation 

• Great for sun damage, scarring, lines 

and wrinkles, anti-ageing, pigmentation 

WHAT IS IT? 

Laser is an acronym for Light Amplification 

for the Stimulated Emission of Radiation 

and is used in the beauty and aesthetics 

industry for an array of treatments, 

ranging from the correction of skin 

irregularities, pigmentation and wrinkles 

to hair reduction. 

Laser therapies work by targeting tissue. 

The target tissue for pigmentation is 

melanin, for spider veins it is blood and 

for wrinkles it is water. Each of these target 

tissues absorb a different wavelength of 

light, meaning a different laser is needed 

for each specific problem. 

The advent of fractionated laser – where 

microscopic columns of skin are treated 

while surrounding skin is left intact – made 

it possible to achieve results comparable 

to traditional CO 2 

laser resurfacing (which 

can take years off your appearance) with 

fewer side effects and significantly less 

downtime. These lasers work by creating 

microscopic thermal injuries that trigger 

collagen production, stimulating cell 

renewal and plumping out the tissues. 

While not a laser, Intense Pulsed Light 

(IPL) is another popular light-based 

therapy for skin rejuvenation. It penetrates 

deeper into the skin than a non-ablative 

laser and does not injure the surface, 

so there is usually no downtime. It can 

improve skin texture and colour as well 

as reduce pore size. IPL can effectively 

treat some types of hyperpigmentation, 

including age spots and freckles. 


Specific to skin, the benefits of laser 

treatment include improving evenness 

of skin tone and texture, reducing pore 

size and the appearance of lines and 

wrinkles, pigmentation, rosacea and 

scarring, and helping to reverse the effects 

of sun damage. 


Fractionated laser resurfacing is typically 

well tolerated. Numbing cream is 

applied to help minimise any stinging 

or burning sensation. 

A milder treatment may take several 

sessions, while one procedure is 

usually sufficient for a more aggressive 

treatment. You should expect some 

redness, swelling and stinging like a bad 

sunburn, depending on the type of laser 

used (ablative vs non-ablative) and the 

depth of treatment. This should continue 

to dissipate over the hours and days 

following the procedure. You may also see 

some of the treated skin begin to slough 

during the healing process, revealing the 

new skin underneath. 

Recovery time is generally between one 

and four days, but it shouldn’t prevent you 

from doing normal daily activities. 

You should be able to see improvement 

in the texture and tone of your skin within 

the first week, but it will take around 3 

months for the final results to be apparent 

as new collagen and elastin is formed.

HydraFacial 

QUICK FACTS 

• Gentle, quick skin rejuvenation 

• Instant results 

WHAT IS IT? 

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 – all in in one quick, easy and 

pleasant treatment. 

It uses patented hydradermabrasion 

technology to deeply cleanse and 

gently exfoliate the skin, advanced 

vortex extraction technology to remove 

debris from pores and deliver intense 

moisturisation, alongside 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. 

Each treatment creates an instant ‘wow 

factor’ in terms of brighter, smoother and 

more radiant skin. 


Expect an instantly gratifying glow in 

just three steps and 30 minutes, with no 

discomfort and no downtime. CBM 


FEATURE

How 

ALCOHOL 

AFFECTS 

your 

SKIN SKIN 

A NIGHT ON THE SAUCE 

CAN LEAVE YOU WITH MORE 

THAN JUST A HANGOVER. 

WORDS BY JANE STABLER. 

M 

ost 

of us enjoy a drink, whether it’s 

celebrating with friends or unwinding 

after a long day at work. For many, a 

bottle of bubbly or a few drinks with friends is as 

much about symbolism and the ritual as it is about 

enjoying a tipple, which is why giving up the booze 

can be a challenge – even for those of us with 

impressive willpower. But as much as we may like a 

wine or two (or three...) on a Friday night, there are 

significant beauty reasons to lay off the booze on a 

more regular basis. 

So what is alcohol actually doing to your skin? 

The bad news is, it’s doing a lot of bad things. From 

permanent redness to premature wrinkles, the 

sobering fact is that alcohol and your skin are not 

friends, and they never will be. 


FEATURE 

DEHYDRATION 

The more you drink, the less 

hydrated you are – and that goes for 

your skin, too. As a diuretic, alcohol 

forces water out of your body. That 

makes your skin look less plump and 

fresh the ‘morning after’ and, over 

time, it means wrinkles. 

Overdoing it on the booze also 

makes it more difficult for your body 

to rehydrate afterwards, and you 

may experience dry skin the day 

after a big night. Immediately, the 

lack of water in your skin makes the 

lines you already have more visible, 

and eventually your skin won’t 

bounce back to its pre-drinking 

firmness the way it used to. 

PUFFINESS & REDNESS 

On the flip side, too much alcohol 

can make your face puffy – usually 

after a night of sugary drinks. This 

is due to the inflammatory effect 

that alcohol (and sugar) has on our 

bodies. When we drink, it causes 

our insides to become inflamed and 

this presents in your skin as redness, 

breakouts and puffiness. 

The histamine released by alcohol 

also dilates the blood’s capillaries, 

and the result of that is redness 

of the skin. While you may not 

be concerned at the time, if you 

consistently get flushed from drinking 

– and that’s sustained over time – 

the redness can become prominent 

and permanent.

COLLAGEN LOSS & 

BREAKOUTS 

There are two things no person 

wants to hear, but drinking can cause 

both. Alcohol depletes vitamin A, 

which is crucial in the formation of 

new cells and collagen, which means 

too much alcohol can speed up the 

ageing process. Collagen loss is 

accelerated, making your skin look 

more weathered. 

To add insult to injury, a night on 

the sauce can also create or worsen 

breakouts. Again, sugar is partially 

the culprit here. Alcoholic drinks are 

often high in sugar, and cocktails and 

wine are among the worst. If you’re 

over-indulging too often, this sugar 

spike will show up as a breakout. 

Finally, and we know this isn’t about 

your face, but the average wine 

drinker adds an extra 2,000 calories 

to their overall intake every month, 

which over an annual basis is the 

equivalent of eating 221 doughnuts! 


The main culprits 

So which drinks are your skin’s worst enemy? We’re not suggesting that we all have to 

become teetotallers if we want good skin. We’re firm believers in having a good time 

and many of us can enjoy a drink without going overboard. But if you are worried about 

the effect alcohol is having on your skin, these are the top three drinks to avoid: 

FEATURE 

THE MOJITO 

Sadly, the combination of 

sugar and alcohol found in 

most mojitos means they’re 

particularly bad for drinkers 

concerned about wrinkles. 

The disruptive duo leads to: 

systemic inflammation, which 

can lead to premature ageing; 

and also creates a spike in 

insulin levels, which can create 

that ‘morning after’ acne. 

RED WINE 

Red wine is one of the worst 

drinks for your skin and 

your face. Alcohol generally 

promotes the opening of blood 

vessels in the skin, which leads 

to increased redness – and 

red wine is one of the worst 

offenders because it’s also a 

histamine, which further adds to 

redness and flushing. If you’re 

prone to redness in your skin 

or you suffer from rosacea, red 

wine may quickly become your 

worst enemy. 

THE MARGARITA 

It’s not just the combination 

of sugar and alcohol that 

you need to worry about; 

the elements that make a 

margarita so delicious are 

also what make it so bad 

for your skin. Sugar plus 

salt plus booze means you 

get all the negatives of the 

aforementioned drinks, plus 

a puffy face.

How to take care 

of your skin and still 

have a good time 

The good news? Your skin has the 

ability to regenerate itself and 

your body has an amazing rate of 

rehydration. But that regeneration 

depends on how much damage has 

been done. If you’ve been drinking 

for 15 years and decide to stop, it 

will definitely help your body going 

forwards, but your skin is not going 

to regenerate back to that of a nondrinker 

15 years younger. The truth 

is that once you destroy collagen, 

it’s difficult to get back, but there are 

ways to minimise the damage. 

KNOW YOUR LIMITS 

How your body handles and 

processes alcohol changes as you 

age. An alcoholic drink leaves your 

body in about three hours when 

you’re 20; but by the time you hit 40 

it takes 33 hours – which explains 

why your recovery time is so much 

longer and your hangovers seem to 

get worse as you age! So basically 

if you’re drinking in your 40s and 

you’re worried about your skin, you 

should probably be waiting a day in 

between drinks – or keep it to once 

or twice a week. 

STAY HYDRATED 

We all know this one – alternate 

between water and alcohol if you’re 

going to drink. Alcohol is a toxin 

with little nutrient value and can 

contribute to poorer liver function, 

reduced immunity, hormone 

disruption, cell damage and insulin 

issues – all impacting on the quality, 

appearance and rate of ageing of 

your skin. 

Alcohol is also a diuretic, so you 

can lose plenty of skin cell-loving 

water from the body quite rapidly, 

leaving your skin dehydrated and 

dull. Drinking plenty of water while 

you drink – and of course every 

day – is a good way to maintain 

some of the hydration that alcohol 

is depleting. 

CHOOSE LOW- 

OR NO- ALCOHOL 

OPTIONS 

As society becomes increasingly 

health conscious, the options for 

those who want to minimise their 

alcohol intake are increasing. And 

the good news is you can still 

actually have a wine without having 

a drink. Clever winemakers are 

creating alcohol-free versions of 

your favourite wines, many of which 

have far fewer calories than standard 

wine. So instead of bemoaning 

never drinking again to save your 

skin, you can continue to drink wine 

and keep your collagen! CBM 


BEAUTY 

SUMMER 

MAKEUP 

TIPS 

THE MAKEUP REFRESHER TO 

LOOK GREAT ALL SUMMER LONG. 

WORDS BY RICKY ALLEN. 

This is our first full summer out 

and about since the pandemic. 

Many of us, myself included, 

have almost forgotten how to create 

a summer makeup look – we spent so 

much time in masks so we didn’t bother! 

I spoke with Gemma Rogers, 

Estee Lauder National Education 

Manager, for summer makeup tips to 

help get us back on track. 

WILL WE BE SEEING 

MADE-UP GLAM OR 

NATURAL, ALL-OVER GLOW 

THIS SUMMER? 

Makeup this summer will look clean, 

natural and glowing to match the more 

relaxed vibe of an Australian summer. 

It’s low effort but high impact – think 

smudgy eyeliner, flushed cheeks and 

high shine lips. A lot of the sheer, 

natural textures are easy to apply with 

your fingers. 

SHOULD WE BE FOCUSING 

ON OUR LIPS MORE? 

Lips are having a moment after being 

hidden behind masks for so long. A 

perfect summer shade is Estee Lauder 

Pure Color Revitalizing Crystal Balm in 

Sun Crystal. This has a 3 in one role: 

lipstick, lip balm and blush. 

SPEAKING OF, IS BLUSH A 

THING THIS SUMMER? 

Cheeks will be beautifully flushed and 

bronzer will soften the face and give that 

straight-from-the-beach vibe. And don’t 

forget a gorgeous highlighter! Estee 

Lauder Bronze Goddess Highlighting 

Powder Gelee in Solar Crush is perfect 

applied on the high points of the face 

for extra glow. 

CAN YOU GIVE A 

COUPLE OF LIP AND EYE 

MAKEUP TIPS? 

For lips and eyes, a more lived-in 

look is trending. There is no need 

for a steady eyeliner hand, simply 

draw a messy line and smudge up 

and down. Estee Lauder Double 

Wear 24H Waterproof Gel Eye Pencil 

has a smudge tip at one end, which 

makes it super easy to apply. Use this 

to tightline the top eyelid to give 

natural definition. Finish with mascara. 

For the lips, use the fingers to pat 

on as a stain. Concentrate the colour 

in the centre of the lips and don’t 

worry about lining the lips too 

perfectly. CBM 

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SOME OF THE MAKEUP WE’RE 

LOVING FOR SUMMER 

1. Estee Lauder Double Wear 24H Waterproof Gel Eye 

Pencil, $51, 2. Lancome Paris Le 8 Hypnose Serum Infused 

Volumizing Mascara, $63, 3. Inika Organic lipstick in Nude 

Pink, $42, 4. Estee Lauder Bronze Goddess Highlighting 

Powder Gelee in Solar Crush, $69, 5. Estee Lauder Pure Color 

Revitalizing Crystal Balm in Sun Crystal, $53, 6. Estee Lauder 

Double Wear Sheer Long Wear Makeup SPF 20, $63, 7. L’Oreal 

Paris Life’s A Peach Skin Awakening Blush $29.95 


SKIN

COOL 

summer 

LOOKS 

for a 

ot 

g rl 

h i 

SUMMER 

WHETHER YOU’RE FEELING FLIRTY AND FESTIVE OR WANT 

TO CELEBRATE THE SKIN YOU’RE IN, THIS SEASON’S 

MAKEUP LOOKS ARE DEFINITELY NOT ONE SIZE FITS ALL. 


BEAUTY 

Glowy 

& 

natural 

Dewy, luminous skin is on many a 

Santa list this year. Looking natural 

is key to creating a luminous glow, 

but this can be harder to master 

than it sounds! Creating dewy 

skin is often best achieved with a 

combination of products, such as 

a serum or liquid illuminator mixed 

into foundation. 

Softly coloured cheeks are 

fundamental to this flushed and 

healthy look. The experts at 

Ciate recommend the “alphabet 

approach” to blush application: 

a W shape across your nose to 

give you a sun-kissed glow; an 

O shape directly on the apples of 

your cheeks to give an effortless 

blush; and a C shape starting at 

your brow and curving around your 

eye to give you a natural flush of 

colour that enhances the natural, 

no-makeup look. 

Opt for a nude lipstick with a 

slight shine or a lip stain or gloss 

with a hint of pink, peach or berry.

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1. Youngblood Weekender Palette, $115, 2. Lük Beautifood Luminizing Face & Body Drops, $45, 3. Rare 

Beauty Positive Light Liquid Luminizer – Captivate, $38, 4. jane iredale Glow Time Pro, $92, 5. IT Cosmetics 

Your Skin But Better Foundation, $65, 6. Charlotte Tilbury Beauty Light Wands, $60, 7. Sisley Instant Eclat 

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‘Tis the season to be merry and 

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sentiment to your makeup? 

Perfectly chiselled features, 

flawless skin and beyond-bold eyes 

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Make your eyes pop with matte 

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From classic red to festive glittery 

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10. Mavala Mini Colours Delight Collection, $8.95 each


FEATURE 

Australia’s 

COSMETIC 

SURGERY 

CRACKDOWN

PATIENT TESTIMONIALS, 

MINIMUM HYGIENE 

STANDARDS AND THE 

USE OF THE TERM 

“COSMETIC SURGEON” 

ARE ALL ON THE 

TABLE IN WHAT LOOKS 

SET TO BECOME A 

SWEEPING OVERHAUL OF 

AUSTRALIA’S COSMETIC 

SURGERY INDUSTRY. 

The cosmetic surgery industry 

is set to undergo significant 

reform after a new report by the 

Australian Health Practitioner Regulation 

Agency (AHPRA) (the medical regulator) 

and the Medical Board of Australia. 

The independent review, released on 1 

September 2022, was promptly initiated 

after a joint investigation by Four Corners, 

The Age and Sydney Morning Herald 

into controversial cosmetic surgeons 

uncovered serious hygiene and safety 

breaches across various clinics. 

The review found unsafe practices, 

misleading advertising and a need for 

minimum standards on qualifications. 

Under proposed reforms cosmetic 

practitioners could be banned from 

using patient testimonials, face minimum 

hygiene standards and be barred from 

calling themselves surgeons if they are 

not qualified. 

HOW IS 

cosmetic surgery 

in Australia 

currently 

governed? 

Current regulation of cosmetic surgery 

is multifaceted, involving multiple state, 

territory and national regulators. As 

cosmetic surgery is not recognised as 

a speciality in Australia, any medical 

practitioner, whether or not trained 

and competent in cosmetic surgery, 

may legally call themselves a 

‘cosmetic surgeon’. 

The report notes that universal 

minimum standards for education, 

training and qualifications in cosmetic 

surgery have been nonexistent in 

Australia. Consequently, cosmetic 

surgery is undertaken by doctors from 

various backgrounds with varying levels 

of training and competence, with a 

spectrum of outcomes for patients. 

‘In this environment, consumers are 

largely left on their own when it comes 

to selecting a practitioner to perform 

cosmetic surgery, having to sift through 

a plethora of advertising and marketing 

material and try to make sense of 

numerous qualifications, in an attempt 

to identify a qualified and competent 

practitioner,’ said former Queensland 

health ombudsman Andrew Brown, who 

led the inquiry. 


FEATURE 

While the problem is easy to 

identify and define, the solutions 

are much more complex and 

controversial. They are complex 

because the Health Practitioner 

Regulation National Law (the 

National Law), governing AHPRA 

and the Medical Board’s powers and 

responsibilities, is based largely on 

a title protection model (that is, it 

seeks to regulate what practitioners 

are allowed to call themselves) 

and less on a model that directly 

regulates scope of practice (that 

is, what practitioners are allowed 

to do). 

The solutions are controversial 

because they require navigating 

some disputed territory that is at 

the core of a very public battle 

between groups representing 

specialist surgeons (and in particular 

those that have a plastic surgery 

subspecialty) and those who are not 

specialist surgeons. 

Medical practitioners who do not 

hold specialist registration, must not 

‘hold themselves out’ as a registered 

specialist or claim to be qualified to 

practise in a recognised specialty. 

Cosmetic surgery is not, however, 

recognised as a medical specialty. 

While the title ‘surgeon’ is part of 

a number of protected specialist 

titles (for example, ‘specialist 

plastic surgeon’ and ‘specialist 

orthopaedic surgeon’), there is no 

standalone title ‘surgeon’ that is 

protected by the National Law. As 

a result, the title ‘cosmetic surgeon’ 

(which is a commonly used term 

in the cosmetic surgery sector, 

irrespective of the level of training 

and qualifications of the practitioner) 

is not a protected title.

KEY FINDINGS 

from the review 

In its Key Findings, the independent review declared bluntly that 

it has ‘highlighted unsafe practice, misleading advertising and 

substandard marketing across the cosmetic industry’. 

AHPRA chief executive Martin Fletcher pledged to act 

immediately, in partnership with the Medical Board of Australia. 

‘I am appalled by the tragic stories of patients who were harmed 

by doctors taking advantage of them – the situation is totally 

unacceptable and must change,’ he said. 

‘We want everyone who chooses to have cosmetic surgery 

to be better informed and protected. We want doctors who 

undertake cosmetic surgery to be trained to a safe standard. 

We want the public to feel confident they are going to be well 

looked after and, if things go wrong, that they will be supported 

and that their concerns will be acted on. 

‘We will use our legal powers in full to better protect 

consumers who choose cosmetic surgery. Registered 

practitioners in the industry can expect a relentless focus.’ 

PROPOSED NEW 

CHANGES 

to the industry 

The review, which follows a six-month examination of the 

regulation of the sector including through a public consultation, 

makes 16 recommendations to improve patient safety in the 

sector. AHRPRA and the Medical Board have accepted all 

16 recommendations. 

In a bid to improve patient safety, and address reports of 

unhygienic surgical practises, the use of social media testimonials 

and misleading before and after photos and unsafe surgical 

procedures, the recommendations include: 

• establishing an ‘endorsement’ model for cosmetic surgeons to 

establish expectations about minimum qualifications 

• a public education campaign to assist consumers to 

understand an endorsement 

• a confidential cosmetic surgery hotline 

• a complaints committee 

• revising Advertising Guidelines. 


FEATURE 

As a result, AHPRA has set up 

a targeted Cosmetic Surgery 

Enforcement Unit to ‘accelerate 

action and step-up enforcement’ as 

well as a separate Cosmetic Surgery 

Oversight Group. 

In addition, AHPRA announced it 

‘will enforce the ban on testimonials 

in cosmetic surgery advertising as 

they are likely to mislead, deceive 

and trivialise the risks.’ 

AN ENDORSEMENT 

MODEL 

One of the most far-reaching 

recommendations is the use of 

an ‘endorsement’ process. An 

endorsement would recognise 

that a person has an extended 

scope of practice in a particular 

area because they have obtained 

a specific qualification approved 

by the Medical Board. The 

training programs leading to 

the qualification also must be 

accredited by an independent 

accreditation authority. Once 

established, the report says it ‘will 

be easy for consumers to identify 

whether a practitioner is qualified 

to perform cosmetic surgery’ (as the 

endorsement will be listed on the 

AHPRA public register). 

A public education program 

about endorsement will also be 

necessary; the report notes this 

is a much simpler message to 

communicate than the current 

‘unacceptable situation’. 

The review emphasised that 

cosmetic surgery, like any other form 

of surgery, is invasive and carries 

risks. It should only be performed 

by highly trained practitioners. The 

standards set for an education and 

training program by the Medical 

Board, in consultation with the AMC, 

will have to be very high. 

‘Only rigorous and robust 

programs that appropriately train 

practitioners in the necessary 

aspects of surgery should be 

accredited,’ the report said. 

SOCIAL MEDIA 

TESTIMONIALS & 

COSMETIC SURGERY 

ADVERTISING 

The review was concerned 

with tactics employed by some 

practitioners, particularly on social 

media, including using images of 

models who are unlikely to have 

had cosmetic surgery, to promote 

a particular surgical procedure, 

content that actively encourages 

people to pursue what is promoted 

as a socially accepted or perfect 

body type and the use of influencers 

to promote procedures. 

To safeguard against some of the 

concerning impacts of cosmetic 

surgery advertising, the review 

recommended: 

• that stronger enforcement action 

be taken about high-risk matters; 

• an industry-specific audit be 

undertaken to inform future 

proactive auditing of such 

advertising, including using 

technology to assist with this; 

• that AHPRA and the Medical 

Board revise its Advertising 

Guidelines and/or produce 

additional material specifically 

about cosmetic surgery to clarify 

the standards expected of 

practitioners.

Aussie docs say 

TIME TO ACT IS NOW 

Australian doctors have called on health ministers across the 

country to quickly detail and act on the proposed changes to the 

cosmetic surgery sector. 

Health Minister Mark Butler has announced that the law will be 

amended to ensure anyone performing a cosmetic procedure is 

properly qualified, with the proposed changes focusing on who 

can call themselves a surgeon and ensuring procedures are carried 

out in safe, hygienic and accredited facilities. 

Health Ministers agreed to implement the following reforms: 

• Preventing medical practitioners who are not qualified 

describing themselves as cosmetic ‘surgeons’ 

• Ensuring anyone conducting a cosmetic procedure has 

appropriate qualifications 

• Limiting surgery to properly accredited facilities with minimum 

hygiene and safety standards 

• Banning doctors using patient testimonials for cosmetic surgery 

including on social media 

• Better information for patients on the risks and their rights so 

they can make an informed decision about any treatment. 

The title of ‘cosmetic surgeon’, and who can use it, is still a hotly 

contested issue, with differing opinions on what qualifications 

guarantee safe care. It is still currently under consideration by the 

Ministerial Council and is an issue we’re following closely. CBM 


BEAUTY 

MALEPOLISH 

WHY MEN’S NAIL 

POLISH IS TAKING OFF 

MAKEUP ARTIST AND 

OPI BRAND PARTNER 

MIKELE SIMONE TALKS 

MANICURES AND THE 

POPULAR SHADES WE CAN 

EXPECT TO SEE THIS SUMMER. 

Gender-fluid fashion is changing the way we 

represent ourselves, allowing our authentic 

selves to shine, to be bold and beautiful in 

all our uniqueness and to smash stereotypes. And 

nowhere are we seeing this more than on the digits of 

males in 2022. From celebrities including Harry Styles, 

Travis Barker and Machine Gun Kelly sporting fresh 

manis and coloured nails, there’s no doubt that men’s 

nail polish has taken off. And we’re here for it. 

‘Men wearing nail polish has been around from 

ancient history all the way through to the 80s punk 

scene, but the trend has hit mainstream, with big pop 

stars and celebrities adorning their nails in shades that 

reflect their red carpet outfit or everyday look,’ says 

industry expert Mikele Simone. ‘As another form of 

self-expression, nail polish on men has become quite 

the norm, especially as gender expression and gender 

fluidity has become more accepted. So many male 

celebrities like Harry Styles and Machine Gun Kelly 

have now also launched their own nail shades.’

WAYS TO ROCK THE 

MANICURE TREND, 

ACCORDING TO MAKEUP 

ARTIST AND OPI BRAND 

PARTNER 

MIKELE 

SIMONE 

BEST SHADES FOR MEN’S 

MANICURES 

Depending on how daring one can be, any shade 

is the best shade. Men are wearing darker and 

more masculine shades like navy, black and 

grey to give off a more cool and stylish vibe, but 

we’re also seeing men wear brighter shades of 

yellow, pink and green, which easily translates 

into a more fun and daring approach. Using a 

matte top coat can easily make it look more 

masculine as it removes that polished feel and 

it’s also a different look. 

HOW TO ACHIEVE THE PERFECT 

NAIL LOOK? 

Ensuring your nails are nicely manicured and 

cuticles are pushed back is the basic first step 

for any perfect nail look. Guys can also have fun 

with some show stopping nail art, like simple line 

designs or even sporting a nod to your favourite 

sports team! I think it’s best to have fun and do 

what you want. At the end of the day, it’s fun to 

accessorise an outfit with nail polish and you can 

change the colour anytime. 

WHAT COLOURS WILL BE HOT 

THIS SPRING/SUMMER? 

I think as everyone is becoming more daring 

and excited about self-expression this spring/ 

summer, we will see males pushing the 

boundaries and opting for brighter shades like 

baby blue, pink and metallics. CBM 

OPI Infinity Shine Nail Polish in To 

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BEAUTY 

Summer 

hair 

tips 

TERRI ROBERTSON-KIRKWOOD, 

HEAD AVEDA STYLIST AND 

OWNER OF ROBERTSON- 

KIRKWOOD SALONS, SHARES 

HER TIPS FOR HEALTHY SUMMER 

HAIR. WORDS BY RICKY ALLEN. 

Aveda Be Curly Conditioner 200ml $49, 

Shampoo 250ml $46, Style Prep 100ml $45, 

Curl Enhancer 200ml $48

Christophe Robin 

Regenerating Mask, $85 

Aveda Botanical Repair 

Strengthening Overnight Serum, 

$68, and Intensive Strengthening 

Mask, $62 

1In the summer we punish our hair, exposoing 

it to sun, chlorine and salty sea water, all of 

which are abrasive on the hair. Protective and 

hydrating hair products are essential. As they say, 

prevention is better than cure! 

2Curly hair is more affected because its 

biological makeup starts off less hydrated than 

straight hair. Moisture-enhancing products 

like Aveda’s Be Curly Curl Enhancer and 

Nutriplenish Curl Gelee, as well as masks and daily 

protection, are a must for curly hair. And remember, 

curly hair needs less shampooing than straight hair. 

3Step up your treatment regime, especially if you 

colour your hair. Blondes can try Aveda Blonde 

Revival. The Aveda Botanical Repair Intensive 

Strengthening Mask in light and deep work on 

all hair types as well as coloured hair. Using masks 

every third wash or so will help prolong visits to the 

hairdresser for re-colouring. If you are swimming 

regularly or in the sun daily use a mask at least twice 

a week. You can even leave it on overnight if your 

hair feels particularly dry. 

4Always wash hair your after swimming. The 

Aveda Sun Care Hair and Body Cleanser is a 

great colour-safe formula that gently removes 

chlorine, salt and product residue. And be sure 

to swap out your regular shampoo for an ultrahydrating 

or specialised treatment shampoo every 

second shampoo to maintain healthy and hydrated 

hair. 

5When heat styling your hair, try Aveda Botanical 

Repair Strengthening Leave-in Treatment. Not 

only will it help prevent breakage and protect 

from heat styling but it will also reduce the 

frizzies and add extra sheen and lustre. CBM 

Ugly Susan 

Scream Free Maxi 

Detangling Hair 

Brush, $39.95 

Aveda Nutriplenish 

Curl Gelee, $47 


REVIEW 

5 

TOP 

HACKS TO 

SLOW DOWN 

THE AGEING 

PROCESS 

BOOK EXCERPT FROM 

‘TO AGE OR NOT TO AGE: 

STRATEGIES AND LIFE 

HACKS TO TURN BACK THE 

CLOCK’ BY ANTI-AGEING 

EXPERT LYNDAL LINKIN. 

You no longer have to age the way 

your parents or grandparents did. 

You can age on your own terms, 

starting now. In our crazy, busy world, the 

struggle to look after yourself is real, let 

alone decipher what you really can do 

that will actually make a difference to the 

way you age. 

As women, the expectations are high 

and we are constantly bombarded with 

messages that we need to be all things 

to all people, including ourselves. We 

need to raise children who are healthy, 

well educated, kept off computer games 

and social media but entertained with 

wholesome play. Add to that maintaining 

a home, keeping on top of the bills and 

activities, and maintaining friendships and 

family relationships. Plus, we need to look 

great, exercise, sleep well and possibly 

even manifest our dreams and create 

incredible careers. PHEW, it is a lot! 

So how do you become more vibrant 

and youthful without adding complicated 

routines into your already busy day? It’s 

about knowing what simple things you 

can do and understanding the importance 

of consistency. 

Small, seemingly insignificant steps 

taken over time can create a radical 

difference. You don’t have to be the 

smartest, fastest or the strongest – you 

have to be the most consistent. Let’s take 

a look at 5 anti-ageing hacks:

1. Happiness: Understanding this 

emotional state is one of the most 

significant measures for longevity and it 

is very empowering to know that we can 

work on our own happiness. 

Happiness has become a scientific field 

of research, with evidence indicating that 

happy people are healthier, have a better 

immune function, better mental health and 

have less heart disease. Happier people 

can even live up to 10 years longer. 

We have a certain baseline of 

happiness and we can raise this with 

long-term strategies rather than the 

instant gratifications we usually look for. 

Learning these tools is highly important 

when slowing the ageing process. 

These include: not comparing ourselves 

to others; learning that we can only 

be happy in the present; letting go of 

resentment; practicing kindness; being 

grateful; and avoiding perfectionism. 

2. Fasting: Giving your body a rest from 

having to process what you are putting 

into it can yield extraordinary results. 

You can choose to fast for a day, or to 

restrict the time that you eat in any one 

day. For example, you may choose to 

eat only between 11am and 7pm. Going 

into a fasting state not only helps you 

lose weight but can propel your genes 

to function better in repairing the body. 

It can even increase levels of Human 

Growth Hormone and delay ageing. 

Practicing this a couple of times a week 

consistently can achieve amazing results 

over time. 

3. Meditation: Our mind is our most 

precious and valuable resource and we 

use it to experience every single moment 

of our lives. We depend on our mind 

to be focused and perform at our best 

and meditation is a way to take care of 

it. This can be done in a as little as 15 

minutes a day. Consistency is key. Over 

time, meditation can reduce blood 

pressure, stress and anxiety, improve 

sleep, boost the immune system 

and slow the ageing process. It is an 

extremely powerful anti-ageing hack. 

4. Strength training: This is the 

biggest physical anti-ageing hack 

you can make and you don’t have to 

spend long, hard hours in the gym – 30 

minutes twice a week will do it. Not only 

does this help make you look great but 

it helps reverse the ageing process at a 

cellular level, increasing the production 

of collagen and the anti-ageing 

hormones oxytocin and progesterone. 

5. Sunscreen and the ingredients in 

your skincare: There is no question 

that maintaining a consistent skincare 

routine promotes smooth, radiant skin. 

You just need to be aware of the active 

ingredients in the products you are 

using. The most important are Vitamins 

A B and C. Peptides are also important 

to support collagen production. And, of 

course, prevention using sunscreen on 

your face and body daily is a major hack 

in the war against ageing. 

The majority of the above hacks 

don’t require you to find more time 

in your day; they are just a change in 

how you do things. A mindset change. 

If you were to make these five changes 

to your life right now, you could be a 

different person in 12 months’ time. 

Whatever you do, make sure you tell 

yourself every day that you matter and 

that you are worth it and start with one 

simple step. CBM 

Lyndal Linkin, author of ‘To Age 

or Not to Age: Strategies and 

Life Hacks to Turn Back the 

Clock’ (Publish Central, $29.95) 

is an anti-ageing expert who’s 

spent her lifetime learning 

about anti-ageing solutions. 

A successful entrepreneur, 

corporate leader and mother, 

she uses her years of research 

and personal experience to 

explain the most effective 

methods so you can look and 

feel younger. Find out more 

or purchase her book at 

www.lyndallinkin.com.au 

or follow for more tips on 

Instagram @lyndallinkin. 


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