CosBeauty Magazine #102

COSBEAUTY 

ISSUE 102 NOV-JAN 2024 

Get your 

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GLOW MAKEUP 

TREND 

Party 

survival 

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REGULARS 

6 Editor’s Letter 

8 Beauty Insider 

128 Ed’s Faves 

FEATURES 

52 Ozempic: a new shot 

at weight loss 

We delve into the science 

behind semaglutide drugs. 

80 An ode to perfume 

We ask four leading perfumers 

what fragrance means to them. 

88 Part survival guide: skin edition 

How to sparkle your way 

through the holidays. 

94 The 2024 guide to non-surgical 

face tweakments 

Our guide to the most 

advanced and in-demand 

facial aesthetic treatments for 

the coming year. 

120 New cosmetic surgery 

regulations: how do they 

affect you? 

Here’s what you need to know 

about Australia’s cosmetic 

surgery reforms. 

BEAUTY 

28 Summer skincare 

Our favourite product picks 

for happy, healthy skin this 

sticky season. 

48 Does anti-ageing skincare 

really work? 

Dermatologist Dr Leona Yip 

explains the skin’s ageing 

process and whether skincare 

can slow it down. 

58 Your top eyelash questions 

answered! 

Sarah Laidlaw, Director of Hair 

and Makeup for Priceline, gives 

us the lowdown on lashes. 

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62 Summer-ready eyes & brows 

Tips from the experts on how to 

wear this summer’s eye makeup 

trends. 

66 Get your glow on 

Unlock your inner sun goddess with 

this season’s glowy makeup look. 

84 Tried, tested & loved 

The latest and greatest products to 

hit the beauty shelves. 

102 Is scalp care the new skincare? 

How ‘skinification’ of hair is 

transforming the hair care industry 

and improving scalp and hair health. 

106 Summer hair care essentials 

How to help keep your hair in 

tip-top shape no matter the heat 

or humidity. 

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From the 

EDITOR 

With a long hot summer forecast for Australia, this issue is brimming 

with everything you need to rise above the heat and sail through the 

sticky season. 

Jump right into party mode without causing undue stress to your 

skin and body with our ‘Party Survival Guide’ feature on p88. It offers some simple 

tips and tricks so you can sparkle throughout the holidays, while our ‘Summer 

Skincare’ feature on p28 is packed full of tried and tested products to keep your skin 

cool, calm and protected. 

Obsessed with natural-looking, glowing skin? You’ll be right on board with the 

glowy makeup trend this season. Turn to page 66 for the products and know-how 

to achieve this low-effort yet high-impact look. Plus, learn how to maximise the 

appearance of your eyes and brows with some clever advice from the experts (p62). 

We also give you the heads up on hair trends and our favourite products to summerproof 

your hair on p106, as well as examine the increasingly compelling link between 

scalp and hair health (p102). 

If you’re interested in cosmetic enhancement, we highlight the most popular nonsurgical 

face treatments for 2024 – including information on new treatments using 

injectable biostimulators and facial muscle stimulation (p94). If you’re considering a 

more invasive procedure, now’s a good time to brush up on the new cosmetic surgery 

guidelines in Australia. Our detailed report on p120 tells you what you need to know 

about the cosmetic surgery industry reforms, as well as additional changes on the way. 

Plus, in our feature report on ‘Ozempic: A New Shot at Weight Los’ on p52, we 

delve into the science behind the conversation-provoking semaglutide drugs Ozempic 

and Wegovy. Is there a trade-off for this new ‘wonder’ drug? 

To help get you get in the festive spirit, we’ve also curated our most-coveted luxe list 

of beauty products. Turn to our Editor’s Faves on p128 for inspiration on some truly 

special gifts for loved ones (or yourself!). 

As we send off 2023 and welcome in a new year, we wish you and your family a 

season of love and light. 

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Beauty insider 

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

CHARLOTTE TILBURY AND ELTON JOHN’S 

NEW BEAUTY COLLAB 

Sir Elton John and Charlotte Tilbury have 

joined forces to release a limited-edition beauty 

collection that supports the Elton John AIDS 

Foundation Rocket Fund, which aims to 

provide people at risk with HIV and AIDS 

with access to vital services and support. 

The Charlotte Tilbury brand was announced 

as the Founding Beauty Partner of the 

Rocket Fund earlier this year. ‘My new 

holiday campaign shines a light on the 

Rocket Fund’s mission to end AIDS forever 

and spreads a message of love, joy and 

acceptance,’ says Charlotte. 

Within the holiday collection you’ll find the 

Rocket Man lipsticks, especially created for 

this collaboration. Available in Rocket Lips, a 

pinky nude matte shade, and Ready for Lust, a 

universally flattering deep berry, these limitededition 

lipsticks are self-contouring, meaning 

they help create a perfect pout without lipliner. 

‘I had so much fun stepping into beauty 

magic and working with Charlotte and her 

muses to bring this campaign to life,’ said 

Sir Elton. 

‘When you get people coming together like 

this, it’s like an express train. This campaign 

is certainly going to bring the sparkle, joy 

and glamour this holiday season, all while 

supporting my Foundation’s life-saving work.’ 

The star-studded holiday campaign – 

which also features iconic beauty muses and 

superstars including Kate Moss, Jourdan 

Dunn, Michaela Jaé Rodriguez and Rina 

Sawayama – has launched on CharlotteTilbury. 

com. In addition to the Rocket Man lipsticks, 

the collection includes ‘Trinkets’, ‘Treats’ and 

‘Treasures’, complete with a limited-edition, 

12-piece Advent Calendar). 

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NORTHERN BEACHES IN A BOTTLE 

Introducing UULA, a premium niche fragrance 

brand founded on the shores of Sydney’s Northern 

Beaches by mother-son duo Tandy and Kyle (pictured). 

Each gender-neutral parfum is sustainably sourced, 

blended, aged and hand filled in Le Studio Parfum, a 

small perfume laboratory on the Northern Beaches. 

A true find for those seeking “secret” discerning 

fragrances, every very bottle is numbered, showcasing 

its distinct identity. 

The signature collection includes: SANTAL SOIRÉE, 

a romantic fragrance with top notes of violet, lotus 

and verbena, middle notes of lily of the valley and 

tea rose, and base notes of sandalwood, amber and 

musk; MIDNIGHT ROSE, an elegant and alluring 

fragrance that moves from warm and floral to sweet 

and fruity with a base of earthy and woody; LE 

BONBON, a joyful nostalgic fragrance that creates 

a balance between subtle sweet nuances and fresh 

floral notes; FUMÉE, a bold fragrance with fresh top 

notes, middle notes of cedarwood, incense, pink 

pepper, and a base of cypress, sandalwood, dry 

amber and musk. 

A portion of each sale directly supports the Black 

Dog Institute. Shop the range at www.uula.com.au. 


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FOUNDER OF BLOW BAR CO 

SCOOPS TWO NATIONAL AWARDS 

Leigh Dole, founder and director 

of Blow Bar Co, has been announced 

as the winner of the ‘One to Watch’ 

Award and ‘Service Business 

of the Year’ Award at the 2023 

AusMumpreneur Awards. 

The AusMumpreneur Awards 

celebrates and recognises mothers 

(Leigh has four daughters) in business 

achieving outstanding success in areas 

such as business excellence, product 

development, customer service and 

digital innovation. 

After noticing a gap in the market 

for a non-traditional hair salon that 

focused on creating a personalised 

beauty experience, Blow Bar is 

Australia’s original blow dry bar 

where women can come to get 

a blow dry or makeup, with a 

side of bubbles and a cheese 

board to match. 

‘I launched my very first salon when 

I was 17, however I realised traditional 

cuts and colours weren’t for me, so 

took a break from the industry to 

rediscover my passion which was the 

styling and ‘feelgood’ elements of 

beauty,’ shares Leigh. 

Blow Bar Co provides a place for 

women to connect, celebrate and 

empower one another. 

‘I’ve always thrived on human 

connection and making people feel 

and look good – whether it’s for a job 

interview, formal, a wedding, or just 

a weekday blowout – and as a 

sanctuary for women, we strive to 

deliver an affordable beauty offering 

to all women,’ she adds. 

With venues located in Bronte, 

Balmain and Sydney CBD (David 

Jones), it combines hair styling with 

makeup and bubbles and sends 

clients on their way with confidence. 

Check it out at blowbarco.com.au. 

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KMART OWN-BRAND COSMETICS 

OFFICIALLY CERTIFIED CRUELTY-FREE 

Kmart Australia and Cruelty Free 

International – the leading organisation 

working to end animal testing – recently 

announced that all of Kmart’s ownbrand 

cosmetic and personal care 

products have been approved as 

cruelty free under the Leaping Bunny 

Programme. 

The approval marks an Australian 

retail first – Kmart are the first largescale 

Australian retailer to obtain 

Leaping Bunny approval, with all 

products across the OXX and ANKO 

brands within the beauty category 

approved. This accreditation forms 

part of Kmart’s people and planet 

program and showcases the retailers 

ongoing commitment to creating 

positive change. 

John Gualtieri, Kmart & Target Chief 

Executive Officer said: ‘As a largescale 

retailer we know that we have 

a responsibility to the many lives we 

touch, including those of our muchloved 

animals. We are delighted to have 

received cruelty-free approval under the 

Leaping Bunny Programme, as it marks 

an important and significant step for our 

Kmart teams, who have been working 

incredibly hard over the last few years 

on incorporating sustainability and 

positive change into our products.’ 

The Cruelty Free International 

Leaping Bunny Programme is the 

globally recognised gold standard for 

cruelty-free cosmetics, personal care, 

household and cleaning products, 

with requirements that go above 

and beyond laws restricting animal 

testing. For Kmart to be approved, 

the programme had to forensically 

investigate its entire supply chain, 

including all raw materials and 

individual ingredients. 

The Leaping Bunny Programme 

is the only cruelty-free approval that 

requires a supplier monitoring 

system to be implemented by the 

brand, with a supply chain review right 

down to ingredient manufacturer 

level, adherence to a fixed cut-off 

date policy and acceptance of 

ongoing independent audits to 

ensure compliance. 

ZO SKIN HEALTH NAMED ‘BEST- 

PERFORMING MEDICAL-DISPENSED 

SKINCARE BRAND IN THE US’ 

ZO Skin Health has been ranked the 

‘Best-Performing Medical-Dispensed 

Skincare Brand in the US’ per the 2022 

Kline report. 

Founded by world-renowned 

dermatologist and skincare expert 

Dr Zein Obagi in 2007, ZO Skin Health 

offers a comprehensive range of both 

professional and at-home products and 

programs designed to address various 

skin concerns, from brightening and 

firming to reducing the appearance of 

fine lines and wrinkles. 

The brand’s therapeutic treatment 

protocols and targeted skincare solutions 

has attracted millions of customers and 

skin health professionals across the globe. 

ZO‘s proprietary technologies are at 

the heart of their product formulations, 

allowing for multi-modal products that 

offer a comprehensive approach to skin 

health. Plus, each product is paired with 

a delivery system that enables optimal 

penetration and precision, offering truly 

advanced patent-worthy results. 

Backed by hard science, the Zo Skin 

Health range helps reinforce and maintain 

optimal skin health for all skin types and 

ages, helping to improve the signs of 

skin ageing and offering exceptional skin 

protection from environmental damage. 

Zo Skin Health is only available through 

certified clinics. To find a stockist near 

you, visit www.zoskinhealth.com.au/ 

stockists.php 


Cameron 

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We can’t predict 

the future, but 

we can invite it. 

We can prepare 

for it. And we can 

give ourselves 

a chance to live 

longer, stronger. 

Diaz 


At the end of the 

day, we can endure 

much more than 

we think we can. 

Frida

Kahlo 


Only in the 

darkness can you 

see the stars. 

Martin 

Luther 

King Jr

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I’ve been searching 

for ways to 

heal myself, and 

I’ve found that 

kindness is the 

best way. 

Lady Gaga 


Sheryl

The only person 

who can save 

you is you: That 

was going to be 

the thing that 

informed the 

rest of my life. 

Crow 

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Self-care is not 

self-indulgence, it 

is self-preservation. 

Audre 

Lorde


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When women 

take care 

of their health, 

they become 

their best friend. 

Maya 

Angelou 


Sometimes I’m 

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not always doing 

amazing, but 

that’s okay... 

Everyone 

struggles and it’s 

okay to be flawed. 

Demi 

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Lovato 


BEAUTY 

Summer

skincare 

WITH A LONG HOT SUMMER 

FORECAST, WE NEED ALL THE 

HELP WE CAN TO PROTECT OUR 

SKIN AND KEEP IT COOL AND 

CALM. HERE ARE OUR FAVOURITE 

PRODUCT PICKS FOR HAPPY, 

HEALTHY SKIN THIS STICKY SEASON. 

Now that summer weather is well and 

truly here, your skincare routine needs 

a few tweaks and refinements. It's time 

to lighten up your skincare load, level-up your 

sunscreen and take the necessary steps to 

keep pigmentation at bay. Simple adjustments 

can make a significant difference in your skin's 

health and appearance, helping to keep it clear, 

hydrated and radiant. 


GET EXTRA 

Sunscreen 

SERIOUS 

ABOUT 

BEAUTY 

Australia has one of the highest rates of skin cancer 

in the world. Skin cancer accounts for the largest 

number of cancers diagnosed in Australia each year. 

Daily sunscreen use, all year round, is therefore a 

non-negotiable but especially in summer when we 

tend to spend more time outdoors. 

Sunscreen is hands-down the most important 

skincare and anti-ageing product you will ever own. 

Wearing sunscreen daily will help defend your skin 

against damaging UVB and UVA rays and will help 

keep premature ageing at bay. 

When selecting a sunscreen, try a physical 

sunscreen over a chemical-based one. Physical 

sunscreens contain active mineral ingredients, such 

as micronised zinc oxide or titanium dioxide, which 

work by sitting on top of the skin to block damaging 

UV rays. They are naturally broad spectrum, 

meaning they protect against both UVA and UVB 

rays and, unlike some chemical sunscreens, aren’t 

likely to irritate sensitive or acne-prone skin. 

Aim for a minimum sun protection factor (SPF) of 

30 and apply 20 minutes before going outdoors. It’s 

important to 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. 

Protect your precious skin further by seeking 

shade when outside, covering up (bonus points 

for wearing UPF 50+ sun protective clothing), 

sunglasses with UV protection and a wide-brimmed 

hat. We are loving the Tina M Copenhagen Maui 

Wide Brim Fedora Hat, $85, which is lightweight, 

breathable, crush-resistant, wind-resistant, travelfriendly 

and UPF 50+ rated.

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1. Skinbetter Science Tone Smart Sunscreen Compact SPF 50+, $129, 2. Aspect Sun Hydrating Face SPF 50+, 

$59, 3. Environ Australia RAD Antioxidant Sun Cream SPF 15, $66, 4. Sun Bum Clear 50+ SPF 50 Lotion, $19.99, 

5. Sisley All Day All Year 50ml, $555, 6. Evidence Skincare Zinc Shade SPF 15, $75, 7. Ella Baché Superfluid 

Great SPF 50+, 59, 8. Clear Skincare Clinics Antioxidant Sunscreen SPF 50+, $40, 9. Avène Sunscreen Aqua-Fluid 

SPF 50+ 40ml, $33.99, 10. mesoestetic Sun Stick 100 SPF 50+, $54, 11. OCosmedics Mineral Pro SPF 30, $54, 

12. Fenty Skin Hydra Vizor Invisible Broad-Spectrum SPF 15 Sunscreen 50ml, $55, 13. Biologi Bg Anti-Pollution 

Serum 20ml, $58, 14. Jurlique UV Defence Daily SPF 50+ 50ml, $55 


BEAUTY 

Moisturiser 

LIGHTEN UP YOUR 

Warmer months don’t deplete your natural 

moisture nearly as much as winter, but 

it’s still necessary to make sure your skin’s 

moisture levels are maintained. Ditch the 

heavy moisturiser you used in winter and 

use a lightweight formulation instead. Look 

for hyaluronic-acid based moisturisers, 

which work to increase your skin’s hydration 

levels without feeing heavy or greasy on 

your skin. 

A weekly hydrating mask can help 

sun-stressed skin by adding moisture and 

blocking water loss, leaving you, and your 

skin, feeling refreshed and fabulous. 

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1. GINGER&ME B3 Glow Sheet Masks (Box of 5), $49.01, 

2. Luk Beautifood Skin 

Nourish, $39, 3. Sodashi Calming Face and Neck Moisturiser, $154, 

4. Biologi Bio 

Cellulose Hydra Calm Sheet Mask x 4, $115, 5. Aspect Soothing Gel 118ml, $49, 6. 

Endota Deep Hydration Moisturiser, $65, 7. Jelly Ko Cherry Blossom Sleeping Mask, $64 


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1. Paula’s Choice Barrier Repair Advanced Moisturiser 50ml, $49, 2. 

Santa Maria Novella Idralia Moisturising Mask 50ml, $128, 3. Pure Fiji 

Dilo & Coconut Hydrating Masque 50ml, $49, 4. Cosmedix Recue Intense 

Hydrating Balm & Mask 30g, $105, 5. Calecim Professional Restorative 

Hydration Cream, $160, 6. E.S.K Repair Plus, $95, 7. PCA Skin Dual 

Action Redness Relief, $220, 8. Olay Luminous Hyaluron + Niacinamide 

Gel Moisturiser, $59.99, 9. OCosmedics Medi Soothe Post-Sun Treatment 

Gel, $64, 10. Ella Baché Instant Glow Mask, $32, 11. Endota Power Serum 

Sheet Mask, $55 

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BEAUTY 

How to 

KEEP SKIN 

HYDRATED, 

WITHOUT 

THE OIL SLICK 

In addition to the all-important hyaluronic acid (a 

potent moisturiser capable of holding many times 

its weight in water), adding a Vitamin C serum to 

your skincare repertoire will not only help to brighten 

your complexion but also provide some antioxidant 

protection. By strengthening the skin barrier, it helps 

retain hydration without promoting oil production. 

Need an immediate skin pick-me-up? A face mist 

can work wonders to revitalise your skin and keep 

you cool calm and collected. Use it as needed to stay 

fresh as a daisy throughout those long summer days.

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1. HydroPeptide Retinol Routine Booster 

30ml, $150, 2. Santa Maria Novella Idralia 

HA Serum 30ml, $97, 3. Sisley Express 

Flower Gel Mask 60ml, $190, 4. House of 

Immortelle B5 Rose Hydra Serum, 30ml, 

$59.95, 5. Aspect Sheer Hydration, $89, 6. 

Pure Fiji Hyaluronic 8 Hydration Booster 

30ml, $65.95, 7. Jane Iredale D 2 

0 Hydrating 

Spray, $62, 8. Jurlique Exclusive Edition 

Aloe Vera Mist, 50ml $55, 9. Jane Iredale 

HydroPure Colour Correcting Serum, $105, 

10. Fresh Face Skin Hydration Booster, 30ml, 

$54.95, 11. Santa Maria Novella Acqua di 

Rose Rose Water 250ml, $48 

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1. Sodashi Serum No 21, $131, 

2. Lancôme Advanced Génifique 

30ml, $130, 3. Medik8 Hydr8 

B5 Intense, $108, 4. Omorfi 

Brightening & Repairing Vitamin 

C Serum, $69, 5. Ella Baché Rose 

Hydration Mist, $42, 6. Avène 

Thermal Spring Water 150ml, $19.99, 

7. Image Skincare Vital C Hydrating 

Facial Mist 68ml, $76.95, 8. Olay 

Luminous Hyaluron + Niacinamide 

Gel Serum, $59.99, 9. Image 

Skincare Iluma Intense Brightening 

Serum 27ml, $109.95, 10. Cosmedix 

Surge Hyaluronic Acid Booster, 

$179, 11. Nalia Cosmetics Luminous 

Serum, $65, 12. Avène Hydrance 

Boost Hydrating Serum 30ml, 

$69.99, 13. RoC Multi Correxion 

Revive & Glow Daily Serum, $36.49, 

14. Sunday Riley CEO 15% 

Vitamin C Brightening Serum 50ml, 

$196, 15. Foreo Supercharged 

Serum 2.0, $99, 16. Endota 

Peptide 8 Hyaluronic Acid Serum 

30ml, $180, 17. Sisley Floral Spray 

Mist 100ml, $125 


BEAUTY 

banish 

BREAKOUTS 

All that humidity, sweat and extra oil 

production can easily lead to clogged 

pores and create an ideal breeding 

ground for increased bacteria on 

your face, resulting in pimples and 

breakouts. Keep your face clean with 

a gentle cleanser to remove excess 

oil, sweat and grime, opt for oil-free 

and non-comedogenic sunscreen, 

skincare and makeup, and be sure 

to wash hats and headwear before 

wearing them again. 

For serious damage control, look 

for acne-fighting ingredients such 

as salicylic acid and alpha hydroxy 

acids. Both are exfoliants that help 

to unclog pores by breaking down 

and removing dead skin cells and 

excess oil. Weekly complexionclearing 

masks also help to absorb 

excess surface oil and keep pores 

grime-free. 

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1. E.S.K Complexion Correction Patches x 16, $224, 

2. Fresh Face Skin Soother Cleanser, 125ml, $49.95, 

3. Lush Mask of Magnaminty Face Mask, $39, 

4. RoC Multi Correxion Revive & Glow Gel Cleanser, 

$16.99, 5. Plendi Outback Mud Mask, $50, 6. Image 

Skincare Ormedic Balancing Gel Masque 57g, 

$79.95, 7. Caudalie Vinopure Salicylic Solution, $26, 

8. Fenty Skin Blemish Defeat’r BHA Spot-Targeting 

Gel, $35, 9. SkinMTX Radiance Cleansing Wash, $59, 

10. Lush Twilight Shower Jelly, $13, 11. Foreo Green 

Tea Sheet Masks, $27.99 


BEAUTY 

4. 

1. 

2. 

out DARK 

3. 

SPOT! 

Hyperpigmentation in any of its forms – including 

age spots, freckles and melasma – is a difficult beast 

to control any time of the year, but especially during 

summer. Hyperpigmentation is usually a result of sun 

exposure, genetics and/or hormonal imbalances. 

Wearing sunscreen is the best defence against 

hyperpigmentation. Research also shows that a high 

concentration of Vitamin C can significantly improve 

brown spots. Vitamin A, in the form of stabilised retinol, 

is also beneficial. It enables surface hyperpigmented 

cells to be sloughed off, as well as helping to reduce 

melanin production. Vitamin B3/Niacinamide, another 

ingredient commonly found in specific pigmentationfighting 

skincare products, helps prevent transfer 

of the melanin pigment from the melanocyte to 

the keratinocyte in the epidermis. A multi-pronged 

approach is usually the best way to help tackle and 

manage the appearance of hyperpigmentation. 

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1. Clinique Even Better Clinical 

Radical Dark Spot Corrector + 

Interrupter, $132, 2. Sisley Phyto 

Blanc Le Concentrate 20ml, 

$535, 3. Caudalie Vinoperfect 

Complexion Correcting Serum, 

$104, 4. Société Even Out 

Dark Spot Corrector, $155, 

5. Environ Intense C-Boost 

Mela-Even Cream, $125, 6. Ella 

Baché Retinol Night Treatment 

Serum, $145, 7. Aspect Dr 

Complete Pigment Plus, $130, 

8. PCA Skin Pigment Gel Pro, 

$260, 9. Omorfi Skin Correcting 

Niacinamide Formula, $59


SKIN 

Meet 

the next 

generation 

of retinol 

iS CLINICAL HAS JUST LAUNCHED ITS 

FIRST-EVER RETINOL PRODUCT, 

RETINOL+ EMULSION, WHICH IS CLINICALLY 

PROVEN TO HELP SMOOTH AND BRIGHTEN SKIN. 

After 20+ years of skincare formulating, 

award-winning medical-grade 

skincare brand iS Clinical has 

launched a breakthrough retinol formulation: 

Retinol+ Emulsion. 

Available in 0.3 and 1.0 strengths, these 

highly active, fast-acting formulas combine an 

extraordinary new form of retinol with a proprietary 

blend of Bakuchiol, powerful botanical boosters, 

antioxidants and iS Clinical’s own Extremeozymes ® , 

for an elevated retinol experience, no matter your 

skin’s sensitivity level. 

Both the Retinol+ Emulsion 0.3 and 1.0 versions 

are supported by several independent clinical 

studies, which demonstrate that both formulas are 

clinically proven to encourage the skin’s youthful 

appearance, radiance, smoothness, and more.

HOW RETINOL+ 

EMULSION WORKS 

The Retinol+ Emulsions are designed to 

boost the inherent anti-ageing capabilities 

of retinol with a host of carefully curated 

ingredients that work together to reduce the 

appearance of fine lines and deep wrinkles, 

even skin tone and texture, and promote a 

smooth, radiant complexion. 

Importantly, iS Clinical’s Retinol+ Emulsions 

are designed to be well tolerated by the skin, 

minimising or all together avoiding the usual 

peeling and skin irritation often experienced 

with retinol use. 

To achieve this, iS Clinical introduces a 

clinically advanced technology featuring a 

retinol of botanical origin, encapsulated with 

bio-identical lipids, to allow for precise delivery 

to the skin while also improving its resilience. 


SKIN 

WHAT’S IN IT? 

• Bakuchiol: an ingredient from the Psoralea 

Corylifolioa (babchi) plant that is even more 

powerful when combined with retinol, as it shares 

its benefits, but with higher skin tolerability. 

• Rice Bran Extract, Rosemary Extract and 

Vitamin E: creating a uniquely formulated 

antioxidant combination that functions as a 

natural preservative system, while increasing the 

potency of retinol activity by 32%. 

• Extremozyme ® technology: a proprietary 

combination of extremophilic enzymes that 

combat dehydration, radiation, heat, cold and 

free radical damage, ultimately working to help 

revitalise the foundation of healthy-looking skin. 

• Ectoin: an Extremozyme ® pioneered by iS 

Clinical, ectoin is found in several plants thriving 

in high-salt environments, including the Dead Sea, 

salty deserts and marine environments. 

• Shea Butter: a skin emollient from the nut of the 

Karite tree in West Africa. Contains fatty acids 

which lessen irritation and soothe skin. 

• Vitamin C: in a stabilised, bio-available form, 

which offers antioxidant activity against 

environmental stresses, brightening and providing 

protection from photoageing. 

• Colloidal Gold: a gold complexed into colloidal 

form, which is biologically usable by the body and 

helps plump the complexion. 

• Tripeptide-1 (Copper Tripeptide-1): an effective 

bio-identical ingredient that is clinically proven 

to help diminish signs of premature ageing and 

helps to visibly reduce the appearance of wrinkles 

over time. 

• Poria Cocos Extract: a mushroom that has 

been used as an age-defying ingredient in 

traditional Chinese medicine for thousands of 

years and is known for its ability to reduce the 

appearance of ageing skin while providing a 

plumping action. CBM

THE CULT BRAND 

TAKING OVER THE 

BEAUTY WORLD 

iS Clinical has taken the beauty industry by storm and 

become one of the most coveted skincare brands in 

the world. Endorsed by dermatologists and A-listers, 

as well as the recipient of multiple awards, iS Clinical 

is backed by hard science, delivering highly effective, 

clinically validated skincare products that offer 

dramatic improvements for specific skin concerns. 

This is an advanced pharmaceutical-grade skincare 

range using 95-98% botanically derived ingredients 

in their most pure and potent form. These botanicals 

are combined into powerful formulas that help to 

promote healthy-looking skin. The products are 

multitasking, designed for overall optimal condition 

of the skin. 

Formulated and manufactured in Los Angeles, 

California, iS Clinical is dedicated to producing 

products that deliver dramatic visible improvements 

to the skin. Created by a world-class team of experts 

with an extensive knowledge of dermatological 

biochemistry, this luxurious skincare line is praised 

equally by the medical fraternity as it is by the 

red-carpet set. 

WHERE TO BUY 

Retinol Emulsion+ 0.3 (30g), $170 and 

Retinol+ Emulsion 1.0 (30g), $220 are 

available from authorised clinics and 

retailers throughout Australia and New 

Zealand. For stockist details, visit 

www.isclinical.com.au 


Does 

BEAUTY 

anti- 

ageing 

skincare 

really 

work? 

WE INTERVIEWED 

DR LEONA YIP, A SPECIALIST 

DERMATOLOGIST BASED 

IN BRISBANE, TO LEARN 

MORE ABOUT THE SKIN’S 

AGEING PROCESS AND 

WHETHER SKINCARE CAN 

SLOW IT DOWN. 

La Roche-Posay Anthelios 

Invisible Spray SPF 50+, $39.95

CAN YOU EXPLAIN HOW 

THE SKIN AGES AND WHAT 

FACTORS INFLUENCE THIS 

PROCESS? 

As we age, a few things happen to 

our skin. Most notably, we lose 25% of 

skin collagen through natural ageing 

processes by the time we hit our mid- 

40s, which manifests as wrinkles and 

loss of elasticity. Secondly, our skin 

becomes drier over time as we lose the 

ability to produce natural skin oils and 

hyaluronic acid which draws water into 

the skin. Thirdly, our skin renewal rate 

slows down; dead skin cells stay on the 

skin surface longer, making our skin 

look duller. 

Skin ageing is further accelerated by 

exposure to environmental aggressors, 

such as excessive sun exposure, 

cigarette smoking and pollution, 

through a process called senescence. 

This process produces “zombie cells”, 

which are mutated skin cells damaged 

by environmental aggressors that 

not only refuse to die but also infect 

surrounding healthy skin cells to drive 

more premature skin ageing changes. 

Avene Hyaluron 

Activ B3 Renewal 

Firming Cream, 

$72.97 


DOES SKINCARE PLAY A ROLE IN STOPPING 

THE AGEING PROCESS? 

BEAUTY 

While skincare may not halt the ageing process, it can certainly slow 

down the signs of ageing. Looking younger for our age is definitely 

achievable with quality anti-ageing skincare. 

Product formulation and ingredients are equally important to 

determine efficacy, so it is important to choose products backed by 

science and research. 

Niacinamide and hyaluronic acid are two of the most established 

anti-ageing ingredients. Think of niacinamide (vitamin B3) as a 

multitasker: it stimulates collagen production; helps to improve 

skin pigmentation; aids in maintaining a healthy skin barrier by 

preventing water loss and keeping skin irritants at bay; and has 

an anti-inflammatory effect which also makes it suitable for rosacea 

sufferers. Niacinamide is suitable for all skin types. It is also 

beneficial for oily and acne-prone skin as it helps to balance 

oil production. 

Hyaluronic acid is a very effective skin hydration booster that helps 

improve skin plumpness and therefore reduces the appearance of 

fine lines and wrinkles. It also stimulates collagen production. 

A relatively unsung benefit of niacinamide and hyaluronic acid 

is that they both fight free radicals, helping to protect against 

environment aggressors and prevent premature ageing. 

SHOULD YOUNGER PEOPLE 

CONSIDER USING ANTI-AGEING 

PRODUCTS AS A PREVENTATIVE 

MEASURE? 

Establishing an anti-ageing skincare routine from 

your early 20s is ideal as this is when collagen 

starts to degenerate. I consider using anti-ageing 

products at this age a long-term investment. 

DO YOU BELIEVE SKINCARE 

PRODUCTS AVAILABLE TODAY 

ARE MORE EFFECTIVE THAN 

THOSE AVAILABLE FIVE OR 10 

YEARS AGO? 

Yes, skincare science has evolved significantly 

over the past 5-10 years, with more research and 

scientific innovations that have greatly improved 

the effectiveness of the products available today. 

They give better results and offer increased 

tolerability.

Weleda Skin Food Nourishing 

Day Cream, $32.95 

IS IT YOUR PRACTISE TO EDUCATE 

ALL YOUR PATIENTS ABOUT 

PROPER SKINCARE? 

Definitely. I consider this to be a standard 

discussion for patients coming for skin cancer 

checks, acne, rosacea or even eczema or psoriasis. 

There is a lot of confusing information out there 

so my patients appreciate just being given 

the facts and recommended suitable skincare 

programmes for them. 

WHAT’S YOUR NUMBER-ONE 

ANTI-AGEING PRODUCT? 

Sun protection, always! Sunscreen is a nonnegotiable 

and the best and cheapest way to 

help prevent skin ageing. Sunscreen alone is not 

enough – it should be used along with broadbrimmed 

hats, sunglasses, protective clothing and 

staying in the shade as much as possible. CBM 

Summer Friday Rich Cushion Cream 

Ultra Plumping Moisturier, $83 


FEATURE 

OZEMPIC 

a new 

shot at 

weight 

loss 

OZEMPIC AND WEGOVY 

ARE BEING HERALDED AS 

‘REVOLUTIONARY’ 

WEIGHT-LOSS DRUGS 

DISRUPTING THE ENTIRE 

WEIGHT LOSS INDUSTRY, 

BUT IS THERE A TRADE-OFF? 

WE DELVE INTO THE 

SCIENCE BEHIND 

SEMAGLUTIDE DRUGS.

Semaglutide, an injection 

medication initially used 

for regulating blood sugar 

levels in Type 2 diabetes 

patients, is being hailed around 

the world as a weight loss “wonder 

drug” – just ask Elon Musk, who 

credits the blockbuster drug for his 

recent weight loss. 

Known under the brand names 

Ozempic, Wegovy and Mounjaro, 

semaglutide has generated 

excitement in the pharmaceutical 

and medical industries, all but 

promising a new frontier in tackling 

obesity. Data from Novo Nordisk, 

the manufacturers of Ozempic, 

suggests that US healthcare 

providers were writing around 

60,000 new weekly prescriptions for 

the drug as of April 2023. 

Its rising popularity began after 

the FDA approved Wegovy, a 

higher-dose version of Ozempic, 

as a treatment for chronic obesity 

in June 2021. Since then, whispers 

are rife on the red carpets that a 

growing number of celebrities and 

influencers are taking the drug offlabel 

for rapid weight loss. 

Despite semaglutide’s optimistic 

headlines around the globe, 

rumoured uptake in Hollywood and 

impressive clinical trial results (more 

on that later), the drug is not without 

its controversies. Many remain 

cautious about side effects and 

the implications of its widespread 

off-label use – including accessibility 

to those medically in need and a 

possible link to cancer, as well as its 

potential impact on societal beauty 

standards and perpetuation of 

unattainable ideals. 


WHAT IS 

SEMAGLUTIDE? 

FEATURE 

Semaglutide is a glucagon-like 

peptide-1 (GLP-1) analogue, which 

is approved for treating type 2 

diabetes in adults and mitigating 

cardiovascular risks in individuals 

with both type 2 diabetes and heart 

disease. It is delivered through 

subcutaneous (under the skin) 

injections at doses up to 1mg 

once a week. 

This medication imitates the 

natural hormone GLP-1, which 

slows down stomach activity and 

helps individuals feel full for a more 

extended period. Additionally, it 

seems to impact the way the brain 

regulates appetite. 

In an earlier study to observe 

the ‘effects of GLP-1 on appetite 

and weight’, US scientists at the 

Mayo Clinic explained that GLP-1 

originates from the pre-proglucagon 

gene expressed in various parts 

of the body, such as the pancreas, 

intestines, and specific neurons in 

the brain. 

They described how GLP-1 ‘is of 

relevance to appetite and weight 

maintenance because it has actions 

on the gastrointestinal tract as well 

as the direct regulation of appetite. 

It delays gastric emptying and gut 

motility in humans. In addition, 

interventricular injections of GLP-1 

inhibit food intake, independent of 

the presence of food in the stomach 

or gastric emptying.’ 

The Mayo Clinic researchers 

also highlighted that GLP-1, when 

administered peripherally, impacts 

central feeding regulation. Thus, 

the combined actions of GLP-1 in 

the gut and brain, interacting with 

central and peripheral receptors, 

seem to be responsible for the 

hormone’s effect on satiety. 

SHEDDING 16% 

BODY WEIGHT 

In a major US clinical trial conducted 

at the University of Pennsylvania, 

researchers examined 611 

participants to explore the effects 

of semaglutide drug, Wegovy. The 

research focused on adults who 

were overweight or dealing with 

obesity but had no diabetes. 

In the study, the overweight or 

obese volunteers without diabetes 

were injected once-weekly with 

either 2.4mg of subcutaneous 

semaglutide (407 volunteers) or 

a placebo (204 volunteers) for 68 

weeks to determine the effect 

on body weight when added to 

intensive behavioural therapy with 

an initial low-calorie diet. 

Alongside these injections, all 

participants followed an intensive 

behavioral therapy program which 

included an initial 8-week very lowcalorie 

diet that transitioned to a lowcalorie 

diet, weekly exercise routines 

scaling from 100 to 200 minutes, and 

30 visits from a dietitian. 

The results, published in 

the renowned Journal of the 

American Medical Association 

(JAMA), revealed a remarkable 

difference in weight loss between 

the two groups. Those receiving 

semaglutide injections experienced 

a 16.0% decrease in body weight, 

averaging a loss of 16.8kg, whereas 

the placebo group only saw a 

5.7% reduction. This notable 

difference was determined to be 

statistically significant. 

The study authors highlighted 

the importance of semaglutide 

as a supplementary treatment 

alongside an intensive therapy 

program and an initial low-calorie 

diet. This combined approach 

led to significantly increased 

weight loss among overweight and 

obese adults. 

Additionally, they emphasised 

the benefits of weight loss in terms 

of improving cardio-metabolic 

risk factors: ‘Weight loss improves 

cardio-metabolic risk factors in 

people with overweight or obesity. 

Intensive lifestyle intervention and 

pharmacotherapy are the most 

effective non-invasive weight 

loss approaches.’

A NEW FRONTIER 

IN WEIGHT 

MANAGEMENT 

Commenting on the University of 

Pennsylvania study of semaglutide, 

The Sydney Morning Herald 

declared: ‘The emergence of the 

new drug, marketed locally as 

Wegovy, promises to revolutionise 

weight-loss treatments.’ 

Professor Brian Oldfield, a leading 

obesity researcher at Monash 

University, told SMH: ‘As these 

drugs become more effective and 

available, it will be harder for people 

to ignore them.’ 

Although governments worldwide 

have invested significantly in public 

health campaigns to promote 

healthy eating and exercise, these 

efforts have not caused significant 

weight loss. 

‘While healthy eating and physical 

activity are vital for good health, 

decades of evidence suggest they 

simply do not lead to large amounts 

of weight loss,’ said Prof Oldfield. 

‘They are not enough by themselves. 

They typically give a 3-5% reduction 

in body weight.’ 

As such, introducing a new 

drug like Wegovy could make a 

significant difference in the fight 

against obesity. 

Tiffany Petre, director of the 

Obesity Collective, shared a similar 

sentiment, expressing her hope 

that semaglutide drugs like Wegovy 

will change conversations about 

obesity in society. ‘People with 

obesity haven’t been able to get 

appropriate healthcare. Now 

there is something on the market,’ 

she said. 

RISKS AND 

CONTROVERSIES 

Ozempic and Wegovy’s rise 

in popularity have also been 

accompanied by various claims and 

controversies surrounding its usage 

and side effects. 

Commonly reported side effects 

include reflux, nausea, vomiting, 

constipation, diarrhoea and 

abdominal pain. In some instances, 

more serious side effects can occur, 

such as severe allergic reactions, 

kidney problems, pancreatitis and 

diabetic retinopathy. 

Ozempic has also been linked 

to an increased risk of developing 

thyroid cancer in animal studies. 

Although there is currently no 

definitive evidence that the 

medication poses a similar risk in 

humans, it has resulted in a warning 

on the drug label. 

There is also the question of 

what happens to your body after 

stopping Ozempic or Wegovy. Like 

many medications, semaglutide only 

works for as long it’s used. As soon 

as you stop taking it, any weight 

loss is likely to come back. More 

worryingly, if you abruptly stop using 

it, the amount of glucose in your 

body can spike due to sudden shifts 

in blood sugar levels and may cause 

serious medical complications. 

Concerns have also been 

raised about the massive uptake 

in individuals who do not have 

diabetes or obesity and are using 

the drug for “quick fix” weight loss. 

This hyper-demand for off-label 

weight loss – seemingly reserved 

for the wealthy elite who can afford 

paying prices of up to US$1,300 a 


FEATURE 

month – has led to a shortage of 

semaglutide medications for people 

who medically need them. 

‘We’ve had instances where 

patients have not been able to get 

some of their current medications 

for their diabetes, because there is a 

shortage of those due to the uptick 

of patients using this off label for 

weight loss,’ says Dr Andrew Straw, 

associate professor of pharmacy 

practice at Cedarville University in 

the US. 

Dr Steven Heymsfield, a 

professor of metabolism and body 

composition at Louisiana State 

University in the US, agrees that 

unintended use, as opposed to 

prioritising semaglutide for treating 

chronic obesity, is worrying. 

‘I’m very concerned about this 

rage for these GLP-1 agonists,’ he 

told Verywellhealth.com. ‘These 

drugs should be used for people 

who really need them and have 

health risks from obesity who’ve 

tried many times to lose weight, 

and not by Hollywood actors and 

actresses who are trying to lose 

10 pounds.’ 

Further, Dr Paul Jarrod Frank, 

a dermatologic surgeon in New 

York, warns that off-label use of 

semaglutide may come with more 

than just weight loss. ‘Using this 

drug to maintain a body weight 

that is low for one’s frame is not 

the intended purpose and is most 

likely a dangerous and unsustainable 

use of the medication,’ he told 

Allure.com. 

MALNUTRITION & 

‘OZEMPIC FACE’ 

Another risk of Ozempic use is 

malnutrition. Dr Andrew Wong, an 

internal medicine specialist in the 

US, told healthnews.com: ‘Some 

patients who have been taking 

Ozempic for a while have reported 

symptoms of eating disorders, such 

as abnormal eating patterns, meal 

skipping and late-night munching. 

Others lost the elasticity and the 

collagen in the muscles in the 

face, which may be a symptom of 

malnourishment.’ 

US plastic surgeons have reported 

an increase in patients seeking 

treatment for ‘Ozempic face’ and 

‘Ozempic body’ – the loose, sagging 

skin caused by rapidly losing weight 

after taking Ozempic and Wegovy. 

Semaglutide drugs themselves 

do not cause loose skin, but it can 

cause patients to lose weight faster 

than other forms of weight-loss 

methods, including bariatric surgery. 

Dr Paul Jarrod Frank first coined 

the term ‘Ozempic face’ after many 

of his middle-aged patients would 

come in with gaunt faces after 

losing a lot of body weight in a short 

period of time while on the weightloss 

drug. 

Dr Dhaval Bhanusali, a NY 

dermatologist, told The New York 

Times that he’s seen an increase 

in patients on semaglutide 

medications who are concerned 

about facial ageing and sagging. 

‘We are seeing more and more 

patients on the medications coming 

in,’ he said. ‘Generally, it’s people 

in their 40s and 50s who are losing 

significant amounts of weight and 

are concerned about facial ageing 

and sagging that occurs as a result.’ 

New York plastic surgeon Dr 

Ryan Neinstein, who regularly treats 

Editorial credit: Natalia Varlei / Shutterstock.com 

patients seeking treatment for 

loose skin after bariatric surgery, 

told insider.com that he’s 

increasingly seeing people with 

the same issue, or ‘even stretchier, 

looser skin than bariatric patients’, 

after taking Ozempic – due to 

‘muscle mass and fat decreasing 

so quickly’. 

Dr Neinstein noted loose skin 

after weight loss can be temporary, 

and most people see skin return 

to normal 6-18 months following 

bariatric surgery; hence, his first 

approach in helping Ozempic 

patients is the same as with bariatric 

surgery: encouraging patience and 

plenty of exercise.

EXPOSING CRACKS IN 

THE BODY POSITIVITY 

MOVEMENT 

Many social commentators believe the 

run on Ozempic and the attentiongrabbing 

headlines it’s garnering 

is reinforcing and perpetuating 

unattainable beauty. They argue the 

Ozempic craze has revealed some major 

cracks in the self-love movement and 

is undoing much of the body positivity 

progress we as a society have fought so 

hard to achieve. 

A recent article in Time.com says, ‘the 

popularity of this new drug [Ozempic] 

is increasing the weight of the pressure 

to pursue thinness’ and that ‘it’s clear 

that the unlearning and undoing of a 

century’s worth of harm by the rise of the 

“body positivity movement” is regarded 

as just another trend. 

‘The Ozempic craze is a swift wind that 

has revealed that we’ve spent the past 

decade building a house of cards.’ 

RISK & REWARD 

It’s important to remember Ozempic 

and Wegovy are not magic solutions 

and carry risks and side effects. Like 

all prescription medication, they 

should only be prescribed when 

medically necessary. They should 

also be accompanied with lifestyle 

changes including a nutritious diet 

and regular exercise. 

Nevertheless, many experts agree 

this new set of weight-loss drugs signal 

significant progress. The pursuit of an 

efficient, reliable method for weight 

control to address the long-standing 

public health issue of obesity has been 

challenging. This new class of drugs, 

repurposed from diabetes treatments, 

represents an entirely new therapeutic 

area and suggests a promising novel 

approach to obesity treatment. 

As Tim Spector, a professor of 

genetic epidemiology at King’s College 

in London, told NYPost.com, ‘The field 

has been waiting for a blockbuster drug 

in this area for decades and this group 

of drugs looks like it fits the bill.’ CBM 


Your top 

BEAUTY 

EYELASH 

QUESTIONS 

ANSWERED! 

SARAH LAIDLAW, DIRECTOR OF HAIR AND MAKEUP 

FOR PRICELINE, GIVES US THE LOWDOWN ON 

LASHES. WORDS BY RICKY ALLEN. 

Q. WHY ARE LASHES SO 

IMPORTANT TO THE OVERALL 

EYE APPEARANCE? 

A. Lashes are what frame the eyes, making 

them appear larger and helping the eyes 

look lifted and more awake. 

Full lashes help make the eyes look 

larger, too, as the whites look whiter and 

the iris colour more pronounced. The fuller 

the lashes, the darker the lashes appear. 

Q. WHAT PRODUCTS DO YOU 

RECOMMEND TO ENCOURAGE 

LASH HAIR GROWTH? 

A. Lash growth serums are amazing. 

They get the most out of your lashes 

by supporting them during the growth 

phase and help them stay in the follicle 

for longer. L’Oreal Paris Lash Serum 

($31.99) is a clinically proven gem. Freeze 

Frame Lash Prescription ($69) is another 

excellent product which encourages lash 

hair growth.

Q. DO LASH CONDITIONERS 

WORK? 

A. In a word, yes! Just like using 

conditioner on the hair on your head, 

lash conditioners add humectants and 

emollients to help soften and smooth 

lash hairs. They also help the lashes to 

withstand damage from curlers, lash dyes, 

lash lifts and makeup application and 

removal. The softening and conditioning 

add flexibility to the lash fibers, which 

helps defend against breakage. Try Cover 

Girl Lash Blast Lash and Brow Serum 

($24.95) or Rimmel London Wonder Care 

Lash & Brow Serum ($26.95). 

Q. WHAT’S YOUR GO-TO 

PRODUCT TO MAKE LASHES 

LOOK THICKER? 

A. I love a lash-thickening mascara 

such as Maybelline the Falsies Surreal 

Extensions Washable Mascara in 

Blackest Black ($27.99) or Essence Lash 

Princess False Lash Effect Mascara 

($8). Both of these products contain 

ingredients that instantly make the lashes 

look thicker with no clumpiness. 


BEAUTY 

Q. IS BLACK THE BEST SHADE 

FOR MASCARA? 

A. While black mascara is the go-to 

shade for most of us, there are many 

ways to make coloured mascara work 

for you. If you are just wearing mascara 

and no other eye makeup then the 

best shade will depend on your eye 

colour and your skin tone. Brown 

works well for blondes and blue really 

makes the whites of your eyes pop. 

Try Natio Precision Tubing Mascara 

in Brown ($17.95) or Australis Mega 

Lash Mascara in Electric Blue ($14.95). 

When wearing a full eye look, I find 

black mascara helps frame the eyes 

and defines the lashes against the eye 

shadow and liner. 

Q. HOW LONG SHOULD YOU 

KEEP YOUR MASCARA ONCE 

OPENED? 

A. The rule of thumb for mascara is 3-6 

months from opening. The main reason 

is that the environment of the mascara 

tube is the perfect breeding ground for 

bacteria, which can cause eye irritations 

and infections. There is a small symbol 

on all mascaras called a PAO (period 

after opening) which tells you how long 

you can safely use the mascara for. If you 

live in a hot climate or carry mascara in 

your handbag regularly then you should 

stick closer to the 3 rather than the 6 

months of use. Also, never let anyone 

else use your mascara as this also carries 

risk of infection.

Q. WHAT’S YOUR TAKE ON 

WATERPROOF MASCARA? 

A. I love it! Waterproof mascara is 

one of those irreplaceable makeup 

inventions. It’s great for events where 

you may get a little teary such as 

weddings and farewells. It’s also a good 

hack if you have hooded eyes and tend 

to get a lot of mascara transfer. 

Q. DO YOU PREFER THE USE 

OF FALSE EYELASHES OR 

LASH EXTENSIONS APPLIED 

AT A SALON? 

A. I really do not like lash extensions. I 

find that it is only a really skilled person 

who can apply them so they look really 

natural and flattering. I prefer a curated 

look with false lashes, which offer 

varieties to suit all eye shapes. Ardell 

Natural Lash in Style 172 ($12.99) is 

one of the best. 

Q. ANY TIPS ON GETTING 

THE PERFECT LASH LOOK? 

A. This really depends on your eye 

shape, type of lashes and personal 

preferences on the eye look you prefer. 

Personally, my favourite look is a full 

curled frame for the eyes. I love heated 

eyelash curlers for the results they 

give. The one I recommend and use 

the most is the Touch Beauty Silicone 

Heat Eyelash Curler ($49.99) and I 

love a false lash for extra drama as 

well as a volumising mascara for a 

similar effect. CBM 


SUMMER 

BEAUTY 

READY 

EYES & 

BROWS 

TIPS FROM THE EXPERTS ON 

HOW TO WEAR THIS SUMMER’S 

EYE MAKEUP TRENDS. 

WORDS BY RICKY ALLEN. 

Tom Ford Eye Color Quads in 

Insolent Rose, Honeymoon, Disco 

Dust and Sous le Sable, $156

We spoke to two experts in the area 

of eye makeup – Benefit senior brow 

and beauty expert Tyler Kellaher 

and By Terry award-winning makeup 

artist Charlotte Ravet – who know a 

thing or two about showing off your 

eyes to their best advantage. 

Of course, we all know eyebrows 

have the power to completely 

change the appearance of your 

face – that’s why the correct shaping, 

styling and colour are crucial. 

‘At Benefit we use brow mapping, 

a technique which helps to find the 

ideal brow shape,’ explains Tyler. 

‘Our experts will use a pencil such 

as Precisely: My Brow Eyebrow 

Pencil or Goof Proof Eyebrow Pencil 

to mark the start, the arch and the 

tail end of the perfect brow for the 

client, which can then be waxed or 

tweezed around. 

‘A brow tint will help to 

manipulate the brow area and 

darken any of those fine hairs on 

the perimeter of the brow that 

you didn’t even know were there. 

The result is an instantly fullerlooking 

brow.’ 

Brows are a prominent aspect of 

this summer’s eye look. Fluffy, tinted 

brows are the perfect complement 

to (faux) bronzed and dewy skin. To 

create the look at home, try Benefit’s 

Fluff Up Brow Wax or Gimme Brow 

+ Volumizing Gel, $48 each. 

Benefit Shellie Warm-Seashell Pink Blush, $54, 

Benefit Roller Liner Liquid Eyeliner, $48, Benefit 

Precisely: My Brow Eyebrow Pencil, $48, Benefit 

Hoola Matte Bronzer, $54, Benefit Goof Proof 

Eyebrow Pencil, $48 


BEAUTY 

With your eyebrows out of the 

way, it’s time to focus on the eyes. 

‘The “latte makeup look” (a bronzed, 

glowy makeup trend that uses shades 

of browns and nudes) has really 

brought back the brown eyeliner, 

which gives a softer look to the eye,’ 

says Tyler. ‘My favourite interpretation 

of this look is to create an elongated 

shape and a small wing tip to the eyes 

using Benefit Roller Liner in Brown.’ 

Another tip from Tyler: add a 

highlighting flush of colour to your 

eyelids by using Benefit Hoola Matte 

Bronzer or Shellie Warm-Seashell 

Pink Blush. This will give a seamless, 

sculpted and cohesive look to the 

entire face. 

Renowned makeup artist and 

educator Charlotte Ravet says this 

summer’s eye makeup trend is all 

about enhancing a healthy glow 

– without spending hours in the 

bathroom getting ready. Makeup 

should be effortless and long-lasting, 

with bonus points if it also doubles up 

as skincare. 

‘The By Terry Ombre Blackstar 

Eyeshadows are not only highly 

pigmented and long-lasting but they 

are also infused with Tahitian black 

Guerlain Ombre G 

from the Rouge G 

Natural Collection, $135

pearl extracts which are rich in 

anti-ageing proteins,’ she says. 

For further reinforcement, try 

the By Terry Hyaluronic Glow 

Setting Mist, which promises to 

set makeup for 16 hours, as well as 

keeping the skin hydrated with 8 

types of hyaluronic acid. 

Charlotte’s summer eye makeup 

palette this year is comprised 

of warm tones of bronze, peach 

and gold. ‘I like By Terry Ombre 

in Bronze Moon on the lids and 

blending underneath the eyes 

with By Terry Blackstar Crayon 

in Terrybleu,’ she shares. ‘Blue is 

always a good colour to use as it 

awakens the eyes and makes the 

whites look whiter and brighter. 

Add dimension with By Terry 

Crayon Blackstar Eyeliner – this 

creamy, easy-to-use eye pencil 

is waterproof and smudge-free, 

making it perfect for a long 

hot summer.’ 

And perhaps the best advice we 

received from the experts? Once 

you find a look that suits your 

unique features, stick with it and 

modify for day or night, winter or 

summer. This way, you’ll always be 

showing your eyes to their best 

advantage. CBM 

By Terry Ombre Blackstar 

Eyeshadow in Bronze Moon, 

$64, By Terry Blackstar 

Crayon in Terrybleu, $44, 

By Terry Hyaluronic Glow 

Setting Mist, $71 

Revlon Color Stay Day to 

Night Eyeshadow Quad in 

Stylish or Decadent, $26.95 


BEAUTY 

t 

ge 

G 

your 

low on 

UNLOCK YOUR INNER SUN 

GODDESS WITH THIS SEASON’S 

GLOWY MAKEUP TREND.

Obsessed with naturallooking, 

glowing skin? 

You’ll be right on board 

with the glowy makeup 

look. Makeup this 

summer will look clean, natural and 

dewy, giving the vibes of a laidback 

Aussie summer. It’s low effort but 

high impact. Radiance-enhancing 

foundations and multi-purpose 

tinted serums converge with liquid 

gold highlighters, while warm and 

shimmery eyeshadows, blushes and 

bronzers pair beautifully with a glossy 

lip for a healthy-looking complexion 

and luminous glow. 

With a wide array of illuminating 

products available to suit any skin 

type and desired level of glow, there’s 

no shortage of ways to customise 

this universally flattering look for your 

individual style. 


BEAUTY 

Ace 

the 

base 

Create the perfect canvas with a 

lightweight foundation or tinted 

moisturiser to help provide a 

smooth and even base. Keep 

it simple with a multi-tasking 

complexion balm or gel, such as 

Clinique Sun-Kissed Face Gelee 

Complexion Multitasker or Luk 

Beautifood Instant Glow Tinted 

Complexion Balm. 

Try adding a few dabs of 

highlighter or, better yet, an 

illuminating primer under your 

choice of base for natural-looking 

luminescence that seems to shine 

from within. Conceal under-eye 

circles and discolouration with a 

creamy concealer. 

To really amp it up a notch, 

layer serum under and over a 

lightweight foundation for a 

“glass skin” effect. Your skin 

will look so hydrated it will 

positively glow. 

Lancôme Teint Idole 

Ultra Wear, $75 

Tom Ford Shade and Illuminate 

Radiance Enhancer, $114

4. 

1. 

2. 

3. 

5. 

6. 

7. 

8. 

9. 

10. 

11. 

12. 

1. Luk Beautifood Instant Glow Tinted Complexion Balm, $45, 2. Luk Beautifood Skin Luminizer Drops in shade 

Bronzer, $45, 3. Benefit Cosmetics The POREfessional Face Primer, $60, 4. Clinique Superdefense City Block SPF 30 

Daily Energy + Face Protector, $59, 5. Nude By Nature Hydra Stick Foundation, $36.95, 6. Synergie Skin EnviroVeil 

Foundation, $84, 7. Lush Feeling Younger Skin Tint, $27, 8. Benefit Cosmetics Boi-ing Cakeless Concealer, $42, 9. 

Sisley Instant Éclat 30ml, $115, 10. Sisley Phyto-Teint Nude, $125, 11. Clinique Sun-Kissed Face Gelee Complexion 

Multitasker, $55, 12. Clinique Even Better Clinical Serum Foundation SPF 20, $59 


BEAUTY 

Goddess 

eyes& 

luscious 

lips 

Soft, shimmery eyeshadows in shades 

of bronze, brown and rust paired with 

a smudged winged eyeliner set the 

scene for effortless summer nights. 

Sweep a lighter shade on your lid 

(blush will also work), then blend a 

darker shade in the outer corner of 

your eye and along your bottom lash 

line, followed with a shimmery bronze 

powder across the lower half of the 

upper lid for a bronzed goddess 

version of the smoky eye. Add a pop 

of pale gold on the centre of your lids 

and at the inner corners of your eyes 

to open, and finish with a lengthening 

and volumising mascara. 

Lip colours that work best with this 

look complement the natural shade of 

your lips. Look at the inside of your lip 

and opt for lip products that resemble 

this shade or are just a touch warmer 

to enhance your inner sun goddess 

vibes. We’re loving a high gloss for 

this glowy summer look, but just 

about all lip textures and finishes will 

work well when paired with balmy skin 

and a bronzed complexion.

1. 

2. 

3. 

4. 

1. Anastasia Beverly Hills Lash 

Sculpt Mascara, $46, 2. Benefit 

Cosmetics Benetint Cheek & Lip 

Stain, $38, 3. Tom Ford Lip Color 

Matte in 100, $86, 4. Anastasia 

Beverly Hills Fall Romance Palette, 

$87, 5. Modelrock Lip Essentials 

Hydra Glass Balm, $18, 6. Modelrock 

Lip Essentials Hydra Silk Gloss In 

Blossom, $18 

5. 

6. 


2. 

3. 

BEAUTY 

1. 

4. 

5. 

6. 

7. 

8. 

9. 

1. Sunday Riley Auto Correct Brightening and De-Puffing Eye Contour Cream, $104, 2. Benefit 

Cosmetics Sun’s Up Lip Butter Balm in Island Treasure Island Limited Edition, $35, 3. Sisley Phyto- 

Ombre Éclat Liquide in copper, $72, 4. Luk Beautifood Lip Nourish in shade Chai Shimmer, $30, 5. 

Tom Ford Soleil de Feu Eye Color Quad in Island Haze, $164, 6. Nude By Nature Natural Illusion 

Eye Palette, $39.95, 7. Benefit Cosmetics Fan Fest Mascara, $48, 8. Fenty Beauty ShadowStix 

Longwear Eyeshadow Stick in Matte Amber and Shimmer Sip and Sparkle, $39ea, 9. Youngblood 

Eyeshadow Quad in Starlit, $74.95


BEAUTY 

Blushed, 

bronzed& 

highlighted 

1. 

Blushes, bronzers and highlighters 

can mimic the look of the sun's rays 

on your face and radiate a luminous 

effect. Bonus points for using these 

products on your eyes in lieu of 

eysshadow for a softer daytime look. 

Use a peach-toned blush to add 

warmth to your complexion while 

creating a natural-looking flushed 

finish. The hint of pink in peach 

shades complements most skin tones, 

offering a radiant yet subtle glow. For 

the dewy look, try a cream blush and 

blend well for a subtle flush of colour. 

Sweep a gold-toned bronzer 

across the high points of your face 

– the forehead, cheekbones and 

bridge of the nose – to create a 

sun-kissed effect. Choose a bronzer 

with finely milled shimmer particles 

for a sophisticated glow without any 

chunky glitter. 

Complete your sun goddess 

transformation with a gold-hued 

highlighter. Apply the highlighter to 

the tops of your cheekbones, brow 

bones, and cupid's bow to create the 

illusion of beaming, healthy skin.

2. 

3. 

5. 

4. 

6. 

1. Youngblood Mineral Radiance 

in Sundance, $74.95, 2. Modelrock 

Glow Your Way Highlighter Palette 

Vol.1, $35, 3. Fenty Beauty Eaze 

Drop Blur & Smooth Tint Stick, $52, 

4. Benefit Cosmetics Shellie Warm- 

Seashell Pink Blush, $54, 5. Jane 

Iredale PureBronze Matte Bronzer, 

$89, 6. Tom Ford Soleil de Feu Glow 

Highlighter, 154 


BEAUTY 

1.

2. 

3. 

4. 

5. 

6. 

1. Milani Cosmetics Baked Bronzer, 

$21.99, 2. The Makeup Studio Cream 

Blush, $38, 3. Ciaté London Dewy Stix 

Luminous Vegan Highlighting Balm 

in Glow, $38, 4. Jane Iredale Glow 

Time Bronzer Stick, $72, 5. Fenty 

Beauty Cheeks Out Freestyle Cream 

Blush in Peach Face, $39, 6. Benefit 

Cosmetics Hoola Matte Bronzer, 

$59, 7. Milani Cosmetics Baked 

Highlighter, $21.99 

7. 


BEAUTY 

Head 

to toe 

glow 

We all know how harmful the sun’s 

rays are, so why not bluff your way to 

being a bronzed goddess? With the 

advanced formulations in self-tanners 

these days, there’s no excuse not to 

go with the faux. 

To minimise the chance of 

streaking and uneven application, 

exfoliate your skin before application 

to remove any dirt and dry patches 

the tanner could cling to, and always 

apply using a tan applicator mitt. 

To help prolong the life of your 

sunless tan, apply moisturiser daily to 

keep your skin hydrated. Swapping 

hot showers for cooler ones and 

drinking lots of water will also help 

to keep your skin quenched and 

maximise the longevity of your tan. 

Complete the look with a bronzed 

shimmer lotion or oil to enhance 

your sun-kissed glow. 

1. Sisley Self Tanning Hydrating Body 

Skin Care 150ml, $175, 2. Sunescape 

Dry Tanning Body Oil 150ml, $34.95, 3. 

Wotnot Glow Self Tan Mousse, $14.99, 4. 

Lamav Self Tanning Lotion, 200mL, $34, 

5. Wotnot Glow Self Tan Mit, $9.99, 6. 

Isle Of Paradise Glow Clear Self-Tanning 

Mousse, $43, 7. Tanologist Face & Body 

Drops 30ml, $23.99, 8. Isle Of Paradise 

Self-Tanning Body Drops, $53, 9. Ciaté 

London Dewy Stix Body Bronzing, $41, 10. 

Caudalie Smooth & Glow Body Elixir Oil, 

$70, 11. Naked Tan Face Tan Mist, $27.95, 

12. Tan-Luxe The Water – Hydrating Self 

Tanner 200ml, $51, 13. Sunday Riley Fairy 

Godmother Shimmering Body Oil Gel, $77 

Tom Ford Shimmering 

Body Oil 100ml, $175

4. 

3. 

1. 

2. 

5. 

6. 

7. 

12. 

13. 

9. 

11. 

10. 

8. 


FEATURE 

An 

ode 

to 

perfume 

RICKY ALLEN ASKS FOUR 

LEADING PERFUMERS 

WHAT FRAGRANCE 

MEANS TO THEM 

AND WHY IT IS AN 

IMPORTANT PART OF 

THEIR DAILY ROUTINE.

Coco Chanel summed it up best when she said, ‘No elegance 

is possible without perfume. It is the unseen, unforgettable, 

ultimate accessory.’ 

Fragrance has always been an integral part of my life; it’s an 

extension of my identity and a reflection of how I’m feeling. Perfume is 

‘liquid emotion’, master perfumer Michael Edwards once said. 

I decided to speak to a broad selection of people in the fragrance 

industry to better understand the power of perfume. 

Clayton Ilolahia, Communications & Evaluation Consultant at the 

esteemed Fragrances of the World, led by world-renowned master 

perfumer Michael Edwards, says working in the perfume industry makes 

him more aware of the smells around him, both in perfumery and nature. 

‘Most of the molecules found in perfumes are also found in nature,’ 

he explains. ‘Smell is an important sense, with links to memory, emotion 

and taste, but it is certainly undervalued. Most of us grow up with little 

appreciation of perfume and its true value, yet we are exposed to it every 

day through nature, laundry detergents, soap, cosmetics, etc.’ 

Jo Malone London, 

from $84 


FEATURE 

I next sought out Michael Marzano, National Education 

Manager for Agence de Parfum, one of the largest niche 

luxury fragrance distribution companies in the world, led by 

the ‘Prince of Perfume’ Nick Smart. 

‘Each perfume has its own identity and story,’ says 

Marzano. ‘Fragrance is part of your beauty identity and is 

something utterly unique to you; fragrance smells differently 

on each person. It leaves a lasting impression and ultimately 

expresses your individual personality more than any 

accessory or outfit. 

‘Fragrance is also the ultimate gift to give your loved 

ones. It expresses the intimate connection between the giver 

and receiver and the emotional intimacy that comes with it.’ 

‘Smell is closely linked to memory and experience. It not 

only transports the wearer, but the beholder as well,’ he adds. 

‘It speaks volumes and reveals an inner personality that is 

often not discernible at face value.’ 

Marzano says we all have a unique odour that is enhanced 

by fragrance, so understanding your individual responses 

to certain raw materials is fundamental when selecting 

a fragrance. 

My next fragrance expert was David Whyte, Training 

Manager at luxury goods and fragrance company Puig. 

‘Fragrance has been around for as long as we have records, 

and has always been steeped in ritual,’ he says. 

The first recorded use of perfume for human use is traced 

to Ancient Egypt. Egyptians hung perfumed clay receptacles 

around their necks to keep away illness and as tools of 

seduction. Common scents included thyme, lavender, rose, 

myrrh and cinnamon. Perfumes were also important in the 

mummification process, with cedarwood being an important 

part of the embalming process. 

Narciso 

Rodriguez All 

of Me, $215 

Creed 

Millesime, $439

Ecoya Sensory Escapes 

collection, from $22.95 

‘Today, we still use perfume as ritual,’ says Whyte, ‘to 

give us confidence, to please the people around us and to 

refresh and enliven the senses through the day. Fragrance 

affects our mood, the situation we are in and even the 

people around us.’ 

Fragrance can transport us to a better place – during the 

Covid lockdowns, perfume sales increased exponentially, 

offering an affordable luxury to brighten the bleakness for 

both ourselves and as gifts for others. 

Natalija Hallert, National Trainer for Cosmax Prestige 

Brands, one of the largest distributers of fragrance in 

Australia, says just as clothing and makeup can reflect an 

individual’s personality, fragrance serves as the olfactory 

counterpart, leaving a lasting impression as well as creating 

a memorable aura. 

‘Fragrance has a unique ability to connect to cherished 

memories, bringing them vividly to life. Certain scents can 

transport me to specific moments in my life, triggering a 

flood of nostalgia and emotions – whether it is a scent from 

my travels, the perfume my grandmother used to wear or 

the scent of a particular flower from my childhood. This 

emotional connection makes fragrance more than just a 

sensory experience; it is a deeply personal and meaningful 

part of my life,’ she shares. 

And my own take on fragrance? To live fully, use 

fragrance everywhere. Use it in your bath, on your hair 

and in your home and office. Fragrance is an uplifting 

experiential product that deserves pride of place in every 

beauty routine. CBM 


BEAUTYTRIED& 

TESTED 

& 

loved 

THIS SEASON’S LATEST AND 

GREATEST BEAUTY PRODUCTS. 

REVIEWED BY RICKY ALLEN. 

Huile Prodigieuse by Nuxe, $67 for 100ml 

This vegan multi-purpose dry oil can be used 

on the face, body and hair. The number-one 

dry oil in France contains 7 natural botanical 

oils and is now available in 4 different versions: 

Original, Florale, Neroli and Shimmering. With 

its antioxidant action and immediate hydrating 

effect, this is a skincare staple for all skin types.

Hair Shots, $40 

Add a shot of actives to your haircare products! Hair 

Shots is a range of hair treatment actives that can be 

added to your regular shampoo or conditioner to help 

treat your hair’s specific needs. Products include: Insta 

Lustre, for instant gloss and smoothness; Keratin Bond 

Repair, to help repair and strengthen hair; No Flakes 

Antimicrobial, to help control dandruff; Product Detox, 

to help remove product build-up; Thinning Peptides, 

to target thinning hair and excess shedding; and Scalp 

Balance, which is like a facial for your scalp. 

Gaultier Divine Eu de Parfum, $162 

Thirty years after launching their first fragrance, Jean 

Paul Gaultier has released this latest offering. Gaultier 

draws on its heritage to celebrate a new interpretation of 

femininity. Both floral and aquatic, notes include white lily 

and creamy meringue with fresh and salty marine layers. 

The bottle is designed to capture Gaultier’s fashion 

legacy, with a corset streaked with gold. 


Estee Lauder Nutritious range of skincare, from $70 

Nutritious is the latest skincare brand from the Estee 

Lauder Company. The collection of products is formulated 

with responsibly-sourced, 92% naturally-derived 

ingredients that merge skin science and nutrition. The 

Nutritious range helps skin flourish and flaunt its natural 

vibrancy, leaving skin looking healthy and glowing. 

Products range from cleansers and moisturisers to 

treatment lotions and masks. 

BEAUTY 

Lancome Teint Idole Ultra Wear Foundation, $75 

The new and improved Teint Idole Ultra Wear 

Foundation offers an elevated level of performance 

with 24-hour undetectable full coverage that adapts 

to every skin shade. Concentrated with hyaluronic 

acid and 81% skincare serum, this protective 

urban shield covers beautifully but is lightweight, 

breathable and easily blendable. It enhances the 

appearance of your skin, making it appear glowing 

and flawless with a natural matte finish. 

NuSkin ageLOC Transforming Night 

Cream, $109 

This rich, hydrating cream contains 

proprietary ageLOC technology to fight 

the skins of skin ageing, helping to 

improve the look of fine lines, wrinkles 

and skin texture. The ingredients mimic 

the skin’s own structure, allowing for 

optimal penetration.

Shark FlexStyle Air Styling & Drying System, $499 

With the Shark FlexStyle, you have the ability to dry, smooth, curl and volumise 

hair all from the one styling tool. This incredible multi-tasker is equipped with 5 

interchangeable attachments – auto wrap curlers (automatically wraps, curls and 

sets hair), oval brush (de-frizzes and adds blowout-style volume), paddle brush 

(powerful air flow helps to quickly straighten and smooth), styling concentrator (drys 

and styles at the same time) and a curl-defining diffuser (for fast, even drying and 

curl perfection) – offering the ability to create a variety of styles on all hair types. 

This lightweight and easy-to-use hair must-have also comes in a stylish travel case. 

MOR Jardiniere Collection, 

from $29.95 

Inspired by the Cote 

d’Azur’s floral beauty 

and ocean breeze, the 

Jardiniere collection includes 

sumptuous hand creams, 

bath and body products and 

aromatic eau de parfums 

in either Orange Flower & 

Lavender or Mint & Mimosa. 

Perfect for layering to 

intensify the fragrance and 

longevity, this is a distinctively 

beautiful collection. 


FEATURE 

Party 

SURVIVAL 

GUIDE 

SKIN 

edition

IT’S PARTY SEASON, 

A TIME TO EAT, DRINK 

AND BE MERRY, BUT 

ALL THE FUN AND 

FRIVOLITY CAN WREAK 

HAVOC ON YOUR 

SKIN. HERE’S HOW TO 

MINIMISE THE DAMAGE 

AND SPARKLE YOUR 

WAY THROUGH THE 

HOLIDAYS. 

The festive season beckons. 

The party calendar is filling 

up. You’re planning the 

dress(es), the shoes, the 

makeup, the hair, but what about 

prepping your skin for the cheese 

platters, late nights and one-toomany 

vinos? 

Busy days rushing to get things 

done by the holidays, late nights 

celebrating, too much alcohol or 

indulgent food and too little sleep 

equals a dull and dehydrated 

complexion. Now’s the time to bolster 

your beauty regimen so you can glow 

right through the party season. 


FEATURE 

YOU ARE 

WHAT 

YOU EAT 

When it comes to taking care of your skin, 

what you eat matters just as much as what 

you put on it. 

Your skin is a living, breathing organ of the 

body and it needs to be properly nourished 

and hydrated to look and feel its best. When 

your skin is deprived of necessary vitamins, 

minerals and nutrients, it is unable to function 

at optimal levels and its structure slowly 

begins to break down. In order to avoid this 

breakdown and keep a healthy-looking glow, 

you need to feed your skin a mix of nutrients 

each day. 

Healthy skin starts from the inside and 

works its way out. The first step: eliminate 

refined sugar and fatty junk foods. Load up 

on fruits and vegetables which are packed 

with the best-known antioxidants – Vitamins 

C, E and beta-carotene (converted to Vitamin 

A once in the body). Your skin also needs a 

good supply of protein, iron, zinc, copper 

and folic acid. Essential beauty boosters in 

your daily diet should include at least two 

serves of fruit, five serves of vegetables, 

healthy carbohydrates such as wholegrain 

bread or rice as well as fish, lean meat, 

chicken and eggs. 

Good skin also needs fat, such as essential 

fatty acids and omega fats, to keep it looking 

its best. Good sources are liquid oils (such as 

rice bran, olive and grapeseed oils), almonds, 

walnuts, pine nuts, avocado and seeds such 

as sunflower, sesame, poppy and linseeds. 

They make great summer snacks or the 

perfect dressing over salads. 

Dehydration also causes skin ageing, so 

drink plenty of water every day. This will not 

only hydrate the skin but will help to remove 

waste from the kidneys and detoxify the liver.

WATCH YOUR 

ALCOHOL INTAKE 

Excessive alcohol is a notorious 

beauty thief. The more you drink, 

the less hydrated you are – and 

that extends to your skin. You may 

notice your skin is dryer and less 

‘plump’ after overdoing it on those 

holiday party drinks, and the lines 

you already have may appear more 

visible and etched. 

Alcohol can also make your 

face puffy, blotchy and flushed. 

The histamine released by alcohol 

dilates the blood’s capillaries, 

causing erythema or reddening of 

the skin. Over time, this flushed 

appearance can become more 

prominent and even permanent. 

To add insult to injury, a night on 

the sauce can also create or worsen 

breakouts; usually the high sugar 

levels in cocktails and wine are the 

worst culprits. 

Not to completely put you off 

that holiday toast, but it’s a timely 

reminder that 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. 

It may seem unrealistic to cut out 

alcohol completely, so cut back. 

Make your wine a spritzer, choose a 

cocktail that’s low in added sugars, 

or even opt for one of the many 

delicious non-alcoholic cocktails and 

alcohol-free wines now available. 

To minimise damage, drink water 

before, during and after your 

alcoholic drink. Staying hydrated 

should help with the problem of 

dull, dry skin the following day. 

BEAUTY 

SLEEP IS 

REAL 

Sure, late nights can be fun, but 

your skin will be displaying the 

consequences. Lack of sleep can 

cause blood vessels under your eyes 

to dilate, leading to dark circles. 

To help combat this, try using an 

eye cream with caffeine or vitamin 

K, which can help constrict blood 

vessels and reduce the appearance 

of dark circles. 

When you don’t get enough 

sleep, your body produces 

more cortisol, which can cause 

inflammation and puffiness. To 

reduce puffiness, try using a cold 

compress or eye cream with 

anti-inflammatory ingredients like 

chamomile or green tea. 

To brighten up your complexion, 

try using a face mask with 

brightening ingredients like vitamin 

C or glycolic acid. 

No matter how late the night, 

never go to bed with makeup on! 

Leaving makeup on overnight 

can clog your pores, leading to 

breakouts and blackheads. It can 

also cause dryness and irritation, 

especially if you’re wearing heavy or 

long-wear makeup. Always remove 

your makeup and apply a rich 

moisturiser before you go to bed. 

Keep some makeup removal wipes 

and a night cream on your bedside 

table, in case a trip to the bathroom 

is just too much to handle. 


TOP TIPS 

for party-ready skin 

FEATURE 

APPLY A SHEET MASK 

A hydrating sheet mask can be the perfect way to 

make your skin look party-ready. Not only will it give 

your skin that much-needed hydration boost, but it’ll 

also leave your complexion glowing and radiant. 

USE A JADE ROLLER 

Using a jade roller can help reduce puffiness. Use 

upward and outward movements to promote 

lymphatic drainage. This will help flush toxins and 

increase circulation to give your skin a healthy glow. 

For puffy-prone eyes, use the smaller end of the 

jade roller and work from the inner corners of your 

eyes, rolling outwards towards your temples. 

DRINK LOTS OF WATER 

Hydration is key for achieving party-ready skin, so 

don’t skimp on your water intake! Aim to drink at 

least 8 glasses of water a day – more if you have a 

big event coming up. Drinking water helps to flush 

out toxins, improve your skin’s elasticity and prevent 

dreaded breakouts. Plus, your skin will look and feel 

fresh, plump and moisturised. 

DON’T TRY NEW PRODUCTS 

THE DAY OF YOUR PARTY 

Don’t use new makeup or skincare for the first 

time in case of an allergic reaction. While we love 

trying a new beauty product with the best of them, 

it’s wise to test them out well ahead of your big 

event. Allergic reactions are not uncommon when 

using new products. To avoid the discomfort and 

disappointment of an unexpected rash or breakout, 

patch test all your new makeup products at least 

48 hours before the party.

EMERGENCY 

FIX for pimples 

and breakouts 

We’ve all experienced that dreaded 

breakout right before a big event. 

Fear not! Here are some quick and 

effective ways to help you conceal 

and conquer blemishes. 

1. ICE IT DOWN 

Applying ice to the inflamed area 

can help reduce redness and 

swelling. Wrap an ice cube in a 

clean cloth and press gently on the 

pimple for a few seconds. Repeat 

this process in intervals for about 15 

minutes to calm down your skin. 

2. SPOT TREATMENT 

Look for a spot treatment with 

ingredients like salicylic acid or 

benzoyl peroxide. These can help 

dry out the pimple and kill acnecausing 

bacteria. Apply a small 

amount directly on the blemish 

and avoid the surrounding skin to 

prevent irritation. 

3. GREEN TEA 

SORCERY 

Steep a green tea bag in hot water 

for a few minutes, let it cool down 

then use it as a soothing compress 

on the affected area. Green tea has 

anti-inflammatory properties that can 

help soothe your irritated skin. 

4. DON’T PICK! 

As tempting as it may be, resist the 

urge to pick or pop your pimple. 

Doing so can cause scarring and 

spread bacteria to other parts of 

your skin. 

5. CONCEAL 

Conceal your pimple with a noncomedogenic 

concealer and set with 

powder. Avoid liquid concealers and 

look for those that have a dry, puttylike 

consistency to really adhere and 

mask that spot. 

Try mixing your concealer with 

a yellow colour corrector if your 

blemish has a purple tint or a green 

colour corrector to cancel out 

redness. Start with a small amount 

and gently press it onto the blemish, 

blending the edges for a natural 

finish. Be sure to cleanse thoroughly 

after your event to avoid further 

breakouts. 

6. DEFLECT AND 

REDIRECT 

When all else fails, create an eyecatching 

red lip or smoky eye and no 

one will even notice that blemish! 


COSMETIC ENHANCEMENT

THE 

2024 

GUIDE TO 

NON-SURGICAL 

face 

TWEAKMENTS 

OUR GUIDE TO THE 

MOST ADVANCED 

AND IN-DEMAND 

FACIAL AESTHETIC 

TREATMENTS FOR 

THE COMING YEAR. 

Advancements in technologies have 

revolutionised the non-surgical 

aesthetics industry, creating a 

wave of innovative low-downtime 

treatments and procedures. Whether you’re 

looking to reduce fine lines, add volume, 

improve scarring or tighten crepey skin, there’s 

a wide variety of options available – all offering 

minimal downtime and maximal results. 

It goes without saying that with cosmetic 

treatments seeingly becoming so ubiquitous, it’s 

incredibly important – from both a safety and 

an aesthetic perspective – that your provider is 

accredited and experienced in the treatments 

they perform. These are medical procedures 

that require a physical examination and medical 

history-taking for a complete consultation. Be 

aware that cheapest is not always best, so don’t 

make your decision on price alone. After all, it’s 

your face, and your safety, we’re talking about. 


COSMETIC ENHANCEMENT 

FILLERS 

Fillers are a minimally invasive treatment 

option to help restore volume, smooth 

wrinkles and enhance facial features. They 

consist of an injectable gel-like substance 

called hyaluronic acid, which is a naturally 

occurring substance in your skin. When 

strategically injected into certain areas of 

your face, they can provide instant and 

long-lasting results. 

Fillers can be used to address a variety 

of concerns, including: smoothing out lines 

and wrinkles; filling in deep furrows or scars; 

adding volume to cheeks, midface, chin or 

temples; enhancing the size and shape of lips; 

reducing under-eye circles and tear trough 

hollows; reshaping facial features or contours; 

and creating a more chiselled jawline. 

There are several different HA filler products 

available in Australia – including Restylane, 

Juvederm, Belotero, Croma and Art Filler – 

and each brand offers different filler types 

within their range depending on the 

indication and area to be treated. For 

example, many brands have a filler specifically 

for lip augmentation. 

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 injections for lips using ‘lighter’ 

textures may last up to 6 months, while firmer 

filler designed for building structural volume 

and contouring and injected deep on the 

bone can last 12-18 months. 

Before a filler treatment, a numbing cream 

is applied to the area to be treated to help 

minimise discomfort. Your practitioner uses 

a small needle or cannula to inject tiny 

amounts of HA filler to specific areas of your 

face. Depending on the area/s treated, the 

procedure typically takes 15-60 minutes and 

you’ll be able to see results immediately. 

After your appointment, you may experience 

some mild swelling or redness, but most 

people can return to their normal activities 

with minimal downtime. As the filler settles 

over the following 2-4 weeks, final results will 

become evident. 

INJECTABLE 

BIOSTIMULATORS 

Biostimulators are injectable treatments 

that work by stimulating your body’s 

natural production of collagen, elastin 

and other essential components of 

healthy, youthful skin. As a result, these 

treatments have the potential to deliver 

natural-looking, long-lasting results for a 

range of cosmetic concerns. 

One of the differences between 

biostimulators and fillers is that 

biostimulator injections stimulate your 

body’s ability to make collagen, whereas 

dermal fillers replace lost volume. 

Biostimulators, such as Sculptra (which 

uses poly-L-lactic acid) or Radiesse 

(which uses calcium hydroxylapatite and 

is a hybrid collagen stimulator and filler), 

gradually improve the texture and tone 

of your skin as new collagen is formed. 

It may take a few months to see the full 

effects, but the results are long-lasting,

ANTI-WRINKLE 

INJECTIONS 

typically about two years. 

Profhilo is a new type of injectable 

biostimulator that contains one of the 

highest concentrations of hyaluronic 

acid on the market. Unlike traditional 

dermal fillers, the product flows easily 

and evenly throughout the different 

compartments of the face (and neck), 

acting like an internal moisturiser. It 

works by nourishing and hydrating 

dermal cells, stimulating collagen and 

elastin and remodelling the skin, rather 

than adding volume like fillers. 

Biostimulators are injected into the 

target areas of your skin, typically using 

a fine needle or micro-cannula. Numbing 

cream can be applied beforehand to 

minimise discomfort. 

On average, a series of two to three 

sessions over the course of a few months 

are required for optimal results. 

Anti-wrinkle injections continue to be the most popular 

non-surgical cosmetic procedure and have become 

a modern-day staple in beauty regimens throughout 

the world. Anti-wrinkle injections use a substance 

called botulinum toxin, which is a protein produced 

by the bacterium Clostridium botulinum. In cosmetic 

procedures, botulinum toxin works by blocking nerve 

stimulation to wrinkle-causing muscles, which prevents 

the muscle from contracting and significantly reduces 

wrinkles and fine lines. 

It is commonly used to treat crow’s feet around the 

eyes, the frown lines between the eyebrows (glabellar 

lines, or the “11’s”) and horizontal lines across the 

forehead. 

Off-label, marionette lines, which run from the corner 

of the mouth to the chin, and vertical “smokers’ lines” 

above the top lip can also be treated. Anti-wrinkle 

injections can also be used for jawline slimming and to 

produce the effect of a brow lift by relaxing the muscles 

that drag down the brow. 

In Australia, botulinum toxin is available for cosmetic 

use under the brand names Botox, Dysport, Xeomin 

and Letybo. 

During the procedure, your practitioner injects 

small amounts of botulinum toxin into specific facial 

muscles. The injections themselves are done with a 

very fine needle, which helps to minimise any 

discomfort. The entire procedure usually takes 

between 10 and 20 minutes. 

After the treatment, you may see some redness, 

swelling or bruising, but these side effects generally 

fade quickly. You’ll start to notice the effects of the 

treatment within 3-4 days, reaching peak effectiveness 

around 10-14 days post-treatment. The effects can last 

anywhere from 3-6 months. 



MICRONEEDLING 

Microneedling is a non-surgical face treatment that involves 

using a device with tiny needles to create micro-injuries on 

your skin. These tiny punctures stimulate your skin’s natural 

healing process, promoting collagen and elastin production 

for a smoother, firmer, and more youthful complexion. It is 

relatively painless and minimally invasive, and it’s suitable 

for all skin types. 

Radiofrequency (RF) microneedling is similar to traditional 

microneedling, but it includes the use of radiofrequency 

energy. This energy is transmitted through the needles, 

heating your skin tissue to tighten and rejuvenate the 

targeted area further. 

Microneedling is excellent for addressing a variety of 

skin concerns. It can help improve skin texture, reduce 

fine lines and wrinkles, minimise the appearance of scars 

(particularly acne scars), shrink enlarged pores, even out 

skin tone, and tighten skin. 

Before treatment, your skin will be cleansed and prepped 

with a numbing cream. The microneedling device will then 

be guided across your skin, creating microscopic punctures. 

After the procedure, your skin might feel tight and slightly 

swollen, but these feelings will typically subside within a 

few hours. You may experience redness in the treated area 

for a few days, resembling a sunburn.

LASER SKIN RESURFACING 

Laser skin resurfacing involves the use of laser 

energy to remove damaged skin cells and 

stimulate the growth of new, healthy cells. 

The procedure is often used to improve tone, 

texture and overall appearance by reducing 

common skin concerns like fine lines and 

wrinkles, skin texture and tone, acne scars and 

other scarring, pigmentation and sun damage. 

The principle behind lasers is light absorption. 

The same as a black car will be hotter than a 

white car because it absorbs more wavelengths 

of light, certain target tissues will absorb certain 

wavelengths of light more effectively. As the 

laser light is monochromatic, the target tissue 

will take on maximum absorption while the 

surrounding tissues won’t. This allows the target 

to be isolated and treated. 

The target tissue is all-important when 

treating skin problems with a laser. For 

pigmentation it is melanin; for spider veins and 

other vascular conditions it is haemoglobin 

(blood); and for wrinkles it is water. Each 

of these target tissues absorbs a different 

wavelength of light, meaning a different laser is 

needed for each specific problem. 

Advances in laser technology mean that 

laser skin resurfacing – once reserved for the 

treatment of severe conditions due to the 

extensive downtime involved – has become 

an effective option for many people seeking 

reduction of lines and wrinkles and uneven skin 

colour, tone and texture. 

Most resurfacing lasers work by removing 

microscopic quantities of skin and stimulating 

the production of new collagen. Non-ablative 

lasers uses wavelengths which do not burn 

away skin and are suitable for the treatment of 

melasma, scarring, fine lines and wrinkles and 

typically do not require any downtime. 

Ablative lasers include carbon dioxide (CO 2 

) 

and Erbium: YAG lasers. These use a process 

where the upper layers of aged or damaged 

skin are vaporised by the controlled laser. It is 

this damage that stimulates the healing and 

restructuring of the skin, resulting in a more 

even complexion and a significant reduction in 

lines and wrinkles. 

Carbon dioxide lasers can dramatically reduce 

wrinkles but downtime and side effects such 

as redness and peeling are extended, usually 

taking many weeks to heal. Erbium lasers have 

a great accuracy with fewer side effects but 

cannot treat deep wrinkles as successfully. 

The advent of fractional laser, where 

microscopic columns of skin are treated while 

surrounding skin is left intact, has made it 

possible to achieve results comparable results 

to traditional CO 2 

laser resurfacing with fewer 

side effects and significantly less downtime. 

Fractional skin resurfacing can utilise 

both non-ablative and ablative lasers – the 

breakthrough difference of this technology is 

the fractionated delivery system of light. 

Fractional lasers work by creating tiny holes, 

or ‘dots’, in the skin’s surface, penetrating deep 

into the dermis. It leaves the skin around each 

dot intact, enabling the surrounding tissue 

to heal these microscopic thermal injuries by 

stimulating the production of new collagen. 

The anti-ageing benefits of fractional laser 

technology include improving evenness of skin 

tone and texture, reducing pore size and the 

appearance of lines and wrinkles, and helping 

to reverse the effects of sun damage. A milder 

treatment may take several sessions, while 

one procedure is usually sufficient for a more 

aggressive treatment. 

Because laser treatments use heat, a mild 

to moderate burning sensation is experienced 

during treatment and slight swelling, redness 

and bronzing afterwards. This normally subsides 

after a few days, however full healing can take 

several weeks, depending on the intensity of 

treatment and the areas targeted. 



SKIN 

TIGHTENING 

Non-surgical skin tightening treatments are becoming 

increasingly popular for those who want to combat the 

signs of ageing without going under the knife. 

For suitable candidates presenting with a small 

to moderate degree of skin laxity, non-surgical skin 

tightening modalities can offer an effective, naturallooking 

improvement and postpone or even negate the 

need for surgical procedures. 

Skin tightening devices use energy-based technology 

to target the skin’s deeper dermis and subcutaneous 

layers, tightening the underlying tissue structure and 

stimulating collagen production without damaging the 

outer layers of skin. 

Skin tightening technologies in Australia include (but 

are not limited to) Thermage (which uses radiofrequency 

energy), Ultherapy (which uses microfocused ultrasound), 

Sofwave (which uses synchronous ultrasound parallel 

beam technology) and Ultraformer III (which uses high 

intensity focused ultrasound). 

These types of procedures are associated with some 

discomfort. Many people report feeling warm pulses 

under the skin, but this varies between patients and the 

type of device used. 

There may be some swelling and redness that gradually 

subside over the next few days but generally you 

should experience little downtime, if any. Results are 

usually gradual, as the new collagen forms over the next 

couple of months, and are typically long lasting – up to 

two years. 

For the right candidate, non-surgical skin tightening can 

offer impressive results – from improving skin texture to 

tightening sagging skin on the face, neck and jawline.

FACIAL MUSCLE 

STIMULATION 

Facial muscle stimulation is a new non-surgical face 

treatment that helps tone, lift and tighten your facial 

muscles and regenerate collagen and elastin. This is a new 

category of treatment that offers an innovative solution 

to smoothing and lifting the face without injections, 

downtime or discomfort. 

Launched in 2022, Emface by BTL Aesthetics is a 

pioneer of facial muscle stimulation. The patented 

technology simultaneously emits synchronised 

radiofrequency and HIFES (high-intensity facial electrical 

stimulation) energy to help remodel the face and address 

facial contour changes. Emface’s HIFES energy induces 

thousands of powerful muscle contractions that strengthen 

and tone the facial elevator muscles, while the RF energy 

encourages renewed collagen and elastin production 

for more youthful-looking skin. Together, they promote 

a slimmer and more defined jawline, fuller and higher 

cheeks, an elevated brow and improvement in wrinkles. 

Another treatment turning heads in this space is TriLift 

by Lumenis. This is a first-of-its-kind facial stimulation 

device that targets structure, contour and texture by 

treating the three tissue layers – muscles, dermal layer 

and epidermal layer. This ground-breaking technology is 

the first in the market to use Dynamic Muscle Stimulation 

(DMSt) in sequence with two other modalities, TriPollar RF 

(radiofrequency) and triFX RF microneedling, to activate 

facial muscles, increase natural volume and regenerate 

collagen and elastin. 

During a facial muscle stimulation treatment, your 

practitioner applies small electrodes to your face. These 

electrodes deliver gentle electrical currents that stimulate 

and contract facial muscles, helping to tone and lift your 

skin. You might feel a slight tingling sensation, but the 

treatment is generally considered to be painless. 

For best results, a series of treatments is needed, 

spaced a week apart. The results offer improvement in 

wrinkles, improved muscle tone and a noticeable yet 

natural-looking lifting effect of the facial muscles. CBM 


BEAUTY 

IS SCALP 

CARE 

the new 

skincare? 

HOW ‘SKINIFICATION’ OF HAIR IS 

TRANSFORMING THE HAIR CARE 

INDUSTRY AND IMPROVING SCALP AND 

HAIR HEALTH. WORDS BY RICKY ALLEN. 

Skinification is the latest hair care 

trend and it’s here to stay. This 

growing movement sees the 

scalp as an extension of the skin and 

puts greater emphasis on hair cuticle 

and scalp health, promoting healthier 

hair with next-level bond-building and 

damage-repair solutions. 

Scalp health is fundamental to 

hair health, and has arguably been 

overlooked until now. Just like your skin 

and gut, your scalp has a microbiome, 

a unique composition of bacteria and 

yeast essential for scalp health and 

function. The scalp microbiome is the 

Kerasilk Curl Balm, 

$48 (150ml)

first line of defence against harmful 

pathogens, helping to protect the 

hair follicles from damage and 

protect your scalp from infection and 

irritation. When out of balance, it’s 

often the culprit for a large number 

of hair woes, including excess oil, 

dandruff and even hair loss. 

At this new intersection of hair 

care and skincare, an increasing 

number of hair care products are 

being formulated with ingredients 

traditionally found in skincare. Beauty 

and skincare brands are tapping into 

the skinification of hair movement, 

with powerhouses Guerlain and Sisley 

developing specific hair care and 

scalp care products that focus on 

nourishing the scalp and rebuilding 

healthy hair. 

Traditional hair care players are 

expanding their offerings to include 

scalp serums and ampoules and 

a host of skincare-like ingredients 

such as hyaluronic acid, probiotics, 

amino acids, peptides, ceramides and 

salicylic acid to target and boost scalp 

and hair health. 

PRODUCTS 

TO TRY 

Wella Professionals 

Ultimate Repair 

Conditioner, $48 (200ml) 


BEAUTY 

Aveda is one such premium 

hair care brand leading the 

charge by producing whole ranges 

totally devoted to hair and scalp 

health. I spoke to Alison Pawlus, 

principal research scientist at 

Aveda, to get her take on 

hair health. 

‘Like skin, the scalp ages with 

time and can be impacted by 

lifestyle and environmental 

aggressors such as pollution 

and micro dust,’ she explains. 

‘The thickness of the scalp skin 

also decreases as one ages, 

becoming flatter and less resilient 

and therefore losing some of its 

nourishing abilities and barrier 

function. Scalp ageing can impact 

the look and feel of the hair, 

causing it to become dry, brittle, 

lacklustre and prone to thinning 

and breakage.’ 

Just as we look after our skin, 

we must also look after our scalp. 

Keeping the scalp hydrated is 

an essential factor in scalp and 

hair care. Dry scalps are more 

susceptible to damage and can lead 

to visible premature scalp ageing, 

manifesting in changes 

Aveda Botanical Repair 

Day & Night Strengthening 

Treatment Pack, $109 – 

includes Strengthening 

Leave-in Treatment (100ml) 

and Strengthening Overnight 

Serum (100ml)

Guerlain Abeille 

Royale Scalp & Hair 

Care Collection, 

from $138 

4. 

to the texture, colour, shine, 

volume, thickness and softness 

of your hair. 

Results from the Aveda Scalp 

Solutions range demonstrate a 

51% increase in scalp hydration 

and a 58% increase in scalp 

softness after just one use. These 

figures clearly show the positive 

impact scalp treatments have on 

the hair. 

Of course, what we eat is 

also important. Protein, iron, 

magnesium, zinc and biotin are 

necessary for a healthy scalp 

and head of hair, so make sure 

you have plenty of fish, eggs, 

carrots and oats in your diet. 

Supplements such as Healthy 

Boss Collagen Peptides Powder 

($19.95) can also be beneficial 

for hair. 

The increasing concern and 

interest in scalp and hair health is 

only a good thing, as we rightly 

begin to treat the scalp with the 

care and attention it needs. CBM 

Klorane Quinine & 

Organic Edelweiss 

Strengthening 

Shampoo for 

Thinning Hair, 

$24.99 (400ml) 


BEAUTY 

SUMMER 

hair care 

ESSENTIALS 

THIS SUMMER, WE’RE FIGHTING FRIZZ AND BANISHING 

BRASSINESS! HERE’S HOW TO HELP KEEP YOUR HAIR IN TIP-TOP 

SHAPE NO MATTER THE HEAT OR HUMIDITY. 

Ah, summer hair. For some, it means 

sun-kissed highlights and beachy 

textured waves. For others, it’s a 

period best survived behind a hair 

mask or covered in a permanent 

slick of conditioner. 

Taking extra care of your hair during the summer 

months is essential to maintaining healthy and vibrant 

locks. With the right products, you can protect your hair 

from the damaging effects of too much sun, saltwater 

and chlorine and keep your tresses looking happy and 

healthy all summer long.


BEAUTY 

SUMMER 

PROOF 

YOUR 

HAIR 

The sun’s UV rays are just as bad for your hair as 

they are for your skin. Ultraviolet rays chemically 

break down the building blocks of hair – keratin 

proteins – making hair weaker, dryer and more 

likely to break. 

Sun protection for our hair is vital to keeping it 

looking its best. Look for shampoos, conditioners 

and sprays that shield your hair against the 

harmful effects of the sun and provide muchneeded 

nourishment. 

Summer, sun and swimming can make a 

magnificent trio, but beware the dreaded ‘postswim 

hair’. The cortex, or inner layer, of hair is 

protected by the cuticle, or outer later. Sebum 

is a natural lubricant that protects the cuticle. 

Chlorine in pools sucks the sebum out of the hair, 

which may cause the cuticle to crack. This damage 

causes the hair’s natural sheen to diminish and the 

unprotected cortex to split (creating split ends). 

Using a protective hair product and an anti- 

residue shampoo can do wonders to help keep 

the effects of chlorine at bay. 

1. 2.

Similarly, when you swim in salt water, salt 

minerals stick to the hair, which can cause severe 

dehydration and fading and can often alter your 

hair colour. To help combat this, once you’re out 

of the water, rinse your hair immediately with 

fresh water. Invest in a good hair condiitoning 

treatment and apply as needed. 

And while that refreshing ocean or pool may 

be beckoning, don’t dive straight into the water 

without first wetting your hair with fresh water. 

Hair is super porous and absorbent. If you spray 

water over your hair (or better yet apply hair oil 

or a mask) before entering the pool or ocean, 

your tresses won’t soak up such high quantities of 

drying and damaging salt and chlorine. 

Our picks 

1. Lush Super Milk Leave-in 

Conditioning Spray 250g, $52, 2. 

Sodashi Deep Conditioning Hair and 

Scalp Mud, $124, 3. Hairification Pure 

Health Conditioner, $25, 4. Klorane 

Repairing Serum with Organic Cupuaçu 

& Hyaluronic Acid 100ml, $25.99, 5. 

Fabriq Hydrate Mask 100ml, $42 

4. 

3. 

5. 


BEAUTY 

DAMAGE 

CONTROL 

Prevention is far better cure, but if your hair is already in 

a delicate state, it’s time to bring in the back-up. Start 

by incorporating a twice-weekly hair repair treatment, 

such as a hydrating mask or serum. For added TLC, 

apply a small amount daily to the ends of your hair. 

These hair saviours help to fight frizz, hydrate hair and 

give it back its shine and lustre. 

When using an intensive conditioner or treatment 

post-shower, wrap hair in a towel to keep heat in and 

allow the product to penetrate as much as possible. 

If you don’t already sleep on a silk pillowcase, here’s 

another reason to make the switch: in addition to 

helping prevent skin creases, a silk pillowcase can help 

hair retain moisture and reduce fly-aways. 

5. 

2. 

1. 

3. 

4.

6. 

Our picks 

1. Rumbie & Co. Silk Pillowcase, $75, 2. 

Redken Frizz Dismiss Hair Mask, $44.50, 

3. Davines SU Hair Mask 150ml, $47.95, 

4. Joico Defy Damage Sleepover 

Overnight Nourishing Treatment, 

$38.50, 5. LTN 25 Momme Mulberry 

Silk Envelope Pillowcase, $99, 6. Monat 

Rejuvabeads Split-End Treatment, $81 


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BEAUTY 

HEADS 

UP ON 

HAIR 

TRENDS 

Ballerina 

buns 

Help keep your neck cool while 

looking on-trend with the timeless 

ballet bun. Spotted on Sofia Richie 

Grainge at her glamorous wedding in 

April this year, the ballerina bun is the 

ultimate “It Girl” style. The classic look 

pairs perfectly with current makeup 

trends that emphasise an elegant and 

effortless chic look. 

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2. 

Hot tip 

Keep this sleek look frizz-free 

with Revlon Professional 

Hydration Anti-Frizz 

Moisturizing Drops ($26.95), 

which will help your hair stay 

smooth, shiny and soft. 

1. 

3. 

4. 

Our picks 

1. KYK Hair Kream’d Smoothing 

Styling Cream, $24.95, 2. REF Stay 

Smooth 141, 125ml, $35.50, 3. 

R+Co Waterfall Moisture + Shine 

Lotion at Rogue Beauty 147ml, $51, 

4. Pure Pact Ginseng Control Butter 

80ml, $35.50 

@alyxliu/INSTAGRAM 


Barbie blonde 

BEAUTY 

In the year of the Barbie movie, there’s no 

surprise that Barbie-inspired blonde is a 

huge trend for spring and summer. Taking 

inspiration from the seasons, this trend leans 

towards warmer tones and is more of a golden 

blonde than cool-toned or platinum. To keep 

your blonde fresh, the Revlon Professional 

Eksperience Color Protection Color Intensifying 

Hair Cleanser ($34.95) will enhance your colour 

while keeping your hair soft and shiny. 

@margotrobbieofficial/INSTAGRAM 

@dimitrishair/INSTAGRAM

2. 

1. 

Our picks 

3. 

1. Joico Blonde Life Brilliant Glow 

Oil 100ml, $38.50, 2. Joico Blonde 

Life Shampoo 300ml, $38.50, and 

Joico Blonde Life Conditioner 250ml, 

$36.50, 3. REF Cool Silver Shampoo 

285ml, $35.50 and REF Cool Silver 

Conditioner 285ml, $35.50, 4. 

INNOluxe PLATINUM Shampoo 

250ml, $39.50 and INNOluxe 

PLATINUM Conditioner 250ml, $43.50 

4. 


BEAUTY 

90s blowout 

@retroscinema/INSTAGRAM 

90s fashion is back in a big way, and so is a big 

90s-style blowout. This iconic supermodel hairstyle is 

known for its volume and bounce – and gives serious 

bombshell glamour vibes. 

To achieve the perfect bouncy blowout, wash hair 

with a volumising shampoo and conditioner. Apply a 

heat protectant and root-lifting spray to towel-dried 

hair, which will shield your locks from heat damage 

and add volume at the roots. 

Next, section your hair into smaller segments. With 

a hairdrying brush, begin blow-drying each section, 

focusing on lifting the roots and drying your hair 

away from your face for ultimate volume effect. After 

completing each section, wrap up the hair around 

an oversized Velcro roller and secure with a clip. 

Once the rest of your hair is done, unfurl the rollers, 

run your fingers through your hair and spritz with a 

setting spray to hold in place. 

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@sydney_sweeney/INSTAGRAM

2. 

1. 

Hot tip 

The VS Sassoon Hydro Smooth 

5-in-1 Air Styler, $130, is the ultimate 

all-rounder and creates impressive 

volume for a bouncy 90s blowout. It’s 

equipped with 5 styling attachments, 

plus advanced plasma conditioning ions 

for hair that looks healthier, glossier and 

smoother after consistent use. 

3. 

4. 

5. 

6. 

Our picks 

7. 

1. Panasonic EH-NA98 Hair Dryer, 

$349, 2. Sachajuan Ocean Mist 

Volume Shampoo 250ml, $44, and 

Sachajuan Ocean Mist Volume 

Conditioner 250ml, $49, 3. Joico 

Humidity Blocker 180ml, $37, 4. 

Monday Volume Shampoo 354ml and 

Monday Volume Conditioner 354ml, 

$10 ea, 5. Redken Frizz Dismiss Anti- 

Static Oil Mist for mild frizz 125ml, 

$42, 6. REF Heat Protection Spray 

230 175ml, $41.50, 7. Sachajuan 

Ocean Mist Spray 150ml, $45 


@zendaya/INSTAGRAM 

BEAUTY 

Ride the wave 

Embrace your natural curls and show them off 

to their fullest. If you have wavy hair (type 2 

hair), use lightweight products that enhance 

your natural wave pattern. Try a combination of 

protein- and moisture-based products. 

If you have curly (type 3) hair, use products 

that help define your curls and reduce frizz. 

Look for cream- or oil-based styling products 

as these will help tame frizz by adding some 

weight to the hair. Leave-in moisture masks are 

also a curly-haired girl’s best friend, helping 

curls show off their natural bounce. 

For tightly coiled hair (type 4), moisture and 

hydration is the name of the game. Ideally, 

refrain form washing your hair more than once 

a week. Avoid products that dry out or strip the 

hair of its natural oils and look for curl-specific 

ranges. Rumbie & Co offer a complete hair care 

line specifically for curly-haired people, with 

cleansers, conditioners, styling and treatment 

products designed to add moisture, de-frizz 

and harness the natural curl pattern. 

@shakira/INSTAGRAM 

@kerrywashington/INSTAGRAM

3. 

1. 

2. 

4. 

5. 

Our picks 

1. Rumbie & Co. Curl Treatment 250ml, 

$48, 2. Rumbie & Co. Leave-In Curl 

Spray 250ml, $44, 3. Redken Frizz 

Dismiss Rebel Tame Leave-In Cream, 

$42, 4. Redken Frizz Dismiss Shampoo 

300ml, $40 and Redken Frizz Dismiss 

Conditioner 1000ml, $40, 5.Oribe 

Shampoo for Moisture & Control 250ml, 

$76 and Oribe Intense Conditioner 

for Moisture & Control 200ml, $80, 6. 

Pure Elements Linseed Calming Potion 

200ml, $39, 7. REF Detangling Spray 

175ml, $41.50, 8. Recreation Beauty 

Body + Hair Oil 150ml, $99 

6. 

7. 

8. 


FEATURE

NEW 

COSMETIC 

SURGERY 

REGULATIONS 

how do they 

affect you? 

HERE’S WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT 

AUSTRALIA’S COSMETIC SURGERY REFORMS. 

As of 1 July 2023, significant changes 

have been made to Australia’s 

cosmetic surgery industry. These 

are part of a sweeping reform 

package issued by the Medical Board of 

Australia (MBA) and Australian Health 

Practitioner Regulation Agency (Ahpra) 

after an independent review found unsafe 

practices, misleading advertising and a need 

for minimum standards on qualifications. 

The review was necessitated after alarming 

media reports of unsafe practices and medical 

misconduct of certain ‘cosmetic cowboys’ in 

the sector. As such, the new regulations are 

designed to protect patients and improve the 

standard of care for cosmetic procedures. 


FEATURE 

WHAT’S NEW? 

The new reforms mandate that all cosmetic surgery 

patients must have a GP referral, be screened 

for underlying psychological disorders such as 

body dysmorphic disorder, have at least two preoperative 

consultations (at least one in-person 

with the practitioner performing the surgery), and 

a mandatory cooling-off period before booking or 

paying a deposit for the surgical procedure. 

In addition, there is a ban on influencer 

testimonials and deceptive or misleading social 

media posts, as well as advertising that offers 

discounts without terms and conditions or creates 

unreasonable expectations of treatment or 

encourages indiscriminate use. 

Cosmetic surgery advertising must now be 

identified as adult content. Videos and images must 

be used responsibly and not for entertainment and 

must not be sexualised or include gratuitous nudity. 

The use of negative body language is banned, such 

as ‘mummy makeover’, ‘problem area’, ‘unsightly 

bulges’ and ‘thigh gap’ and the use language that 

promotes ‘ideal’ body shapes is also banned, such as 

‘bikini body’, ‘happier, healthier you’, ‘look as young 

as you feel’, ‘art’ and ‘sculpt’. 

Medical practitioners must include clear 

information about their registration type and their 

registration number, and provide easily accessible 

information about risks and recovery. 

COSMETIC SURGERY 

PATIENTS MUST HAVE 

A GP REFERRAL, 

PSYCHOLOGICAL 

SCREENING, TWO 

PRE-OP CONSULTATIONS, 

AND A COOLING-OFF 

PERIOD.

GP REFERRAL 

All patients seeking cosmetic surgery must have a 

referral, preferably from their usual GP – if that is not 

possible, from another GP or other specialist medical 

practitioner. The referring practitioner must work 

independently of the practitioner who will perform the 

surgery and must not perform cosmetic surgery or nonsurgical 

cosmetic procedures themselves. 

Only cosmetic surgery, such as breast augmentation, 

liposuction, abdominoplasty, facelifts, rhinoplasty and 

cosmetic genital surgery, requires a GP referral. 

Non-surgical cosmetic procedures, such as anti-wrinkle 

injections, fillers, laser and energy-based treatments and 

thread lifts, do not require a GP referral. 

The referral should indicate the nature of the patient’s 

request, but the decision about which surgery/procedure 

is provided will be made by the patient and the 

practitioner performing the surgery. Just like other areas 

of medicine, the patient can use the referral to see a 

practitioner of their choice. 

PSYCHOLOGICAL 

SCREENING 

The practitioner who will perform the surgery 

must discuss and assess the patient’s reasons and 

motivation for requesting the surgery, including 

external reasons (for example, a perceived need to 

please others) and internal reasons (for example, 

strong feelings about appearance). The patient’s 

expectations of the surgery must be discussed to 

ensure they are realistic. 


must assess the patient for underlying psychological 

conditions such as body dysmorphic disorder (BDD), 

which may make them an unsuitable candidate for 

the surgery. 

If screening indicates significant underlying 

psychological issues, they must be referred for 

evaluation to a psychologist, psychiatrist or GP, who 

works independently of the cosmetic practitioner. 

A practitioner must decline to perform the 

surgery if they believe it is not in the best interests 

of the patient. 

Before any cosmetic surgery, all patients under 

18 must be referred to, and be evaluated by, 

a psychologist, psychiatrist or GP, who works 

independently of the practitioner who will perform 

the surgery, to identify if there are any significant 

underlying psychological problems which may make 

them an unsuitable candidate for surgery. 


FEATURE 

TWO 

CONSULTATIONS 

REQUIRED 

A patient seeking cosmetic surgery 

must have at least two pre-operative 

consultations. The patient’s first consultation 

must be with the practitioner who will 

perform the surgery or another registered 

health practitioner who works with the 

practitioner who will perform the surgery 

(not a patient advisor or an agent). 

At least one of the two consultations must 

be in-person with the practitioner who will 

perform the surgery. 

PATIENT CONSENT 

When consent can be given, the patient must not 

be requested to sign consent forms at their first 

consultation. Additionally, the patient cannot consent 

to cosmetic surgery until they have had an in-person 

consultation with the practitioner who will perform 

the surgery. 

The decision to have the surgery (provision of 

informed consent) must be made at a consultation with 

the practitioner who will perform the procedure (in 

person or by video). 

The medical practitioner who will perform the 

cosmetic procedure or prescribe the cosmetic 

injectable must provide the patient with enough 

information for them to make an informed decision 

about whether to have the procedure. The practitioner 

must have a verbal consent discussion with the 

patient as well as provide written information in 

plain language. 

Practitioners should take all practical steps to 

provide information in a language understood by 

the patient and in a way that does not glamorise 

cosmetic procedures, minimise the complexity of the 

procedure or overstate likely results. It must include 

details about the procedure (including risks and 

possible complications, range of possible outcomes, 

recovery and aftercare requirements), the medical 

practitioner’s registration type, qualifications, training 

and experience.

MANDATORY 

COOLING-OFF 

PERIOD 

There must be a cooling- off period of at 

least seven days after the patient has had two 

consultations and given informed consent 

(signed consent forms), before the surgery can 

be booked or a deposit paid. 

For patients under 18, there must be a 

cooling-off period of at least three months 

between the provision of informed consent and 

surgery being performed. The patient should 

be encouraged to discuss why they want to 

have the surgery with their GP during the 

cooling- off period. 

There is no cooling-off period with nonsurgical 

cosmetic procedures (which may 

pierce the skin but don’t cut beneath it, such as 

injectables, thread lifts and laser treatments), 

unless the patient is under the age of 18. 

PRACTITIONERS SHOULD TAKE ALL PRACTICAL 

STEPS TO PROVIDE INFORMATION IN A LANGUAGE 

UNDERSTOOD BY THE PATIENT AND IN A WAY THAT 

DOES NOT GLAMORISE COSMETIC PROCEDURES, 

MINIMISE THE COMPLEXITY OF THE PROCEDURE OR 

OVERSTATE LIKELY RESULTS. 


FEATURE 

NEW 

REQUIREMENTS 

GP referral 

Consultations 

MORE CHANGES ON 

THE WAY 

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

contested issue, with differing opinions on what qualifications 

guarantee safe care. 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 independent review commissioned by the MBA 

and Ahpra recommended an ‘endorsement model’ for 

cosmetic surgeons to establish expectations about minimum 

qualifications, and a public education campaign to assist the 

public to understand an endorsement, both of which have 

been accepted by the MBA and Ahpra. 

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). 

‘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,’ said Ahpra 

chief executive Martin Fletcher. 

‘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.’ CBM 

Patient assessment 

Informed consent 

Cooling-off period

COSMETIC SURGERY 

Required. 

A patient is required to have two pre-operative 

consultations with the practitioner performing the 

procedure or another registered health practitioner 

who works with the performing practitioner. At 

least one consultation must be in person. 


must discuss and assess the patient’s reasons and 

motivation for requesting the surgery and must 

screen the patient for underlying psychological 

conditions such as body dysmorphic disorder. 

Where the practitioner deems the patient an 

unsuitable candidate for psychological reasons, 

they must refer the patient to a psychologist, 

psychiatrist or GP. 

Detail informed consent is required, including 

financial consent and consent for the use of any 

images or videos taken. The patient can only 

consent to surgery after having the two preoperative 

consultations, one of which must be an 

in-person consultation with the practitioner who will 

perform the surgery. 

Consent must be given only after the practitioner 

has provided the patient with information about the 

procedure, the practitioner’s registration type and 

qualifications, and the total costs involved. 

A cooling-off period of seven days is required after 

the patient has had two consultations and signed 

consent forms. 

For patients under the age of 18, the cooling-off 

period is at least three months. 

NON-SURGICAL COSMETIC 

PROCEDURES 

Not required. 

For Schedule 4 (prescription-only) cosmetic 

injectables, including anti-wrinkle injectables 

and fillers, a consultation is required with the 

practitioner performing the treatment, either 

in-person or by video, each time they prescribe 

Schedule 4 products. 

Same as cosmetic surgery requirements. 

Detail informed consent is required, including 

financial consent and consent for the use of any 

images or videos taken. 

Consent must be given only after the practitioner 

has provided the patient with information about the 

procedure, the practitioner’s registration type and 

qualifications, and the total costs involved. 

No cooling-off period is required for patients over 

the age of 18. 

For patients under the age of 18, the cooling off 

period is at least seven days. 

*Note: The Medical Board of Australia considers 

that cosmetic injectables should not be prescribed 

for patients under the age of 18 for cosmetic 

purposes. 


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