Cosbeauty Magazine #104

COSBEAUTY 

ISSUE 104 MAY-JULY 2024 

ISSUE 104 MAY-JULY 2024 

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REGULARS 

6 Editor’s Letter 

8 Beauty Insider 

84 Ed’s Faves 

78 Why Australians are choosing 

cosmetic injectables 

In the quest for self-confidence 

and improved self-esteem, 

more Australians are turning to 

cosmetic injectables, a recent 

study reveals. 

FEATURES 

42 Behind the freezeframe 

phenomenon 

From university start-up to 

global success, we chart the 

rise and rise of freezeframe 

founder and owner Sonia 

Amoroso. 

46 Beauty on the fly: Travel 

essentials 

Whether you’re strolling the 

streets of Paris, shopping in 

Capris or lounging on the 

beaches of the Greek Isles, 

slay your way through your 

European vacay with these 

savvy travel items. 

BEAUTY 

30 4 easy makeup trends to slay all 

winter 

Winter is on her way and it’s 

time to elevate your beauty 

game with frosty eyes, cherryred 

lips and flushed blush. 

34 Fallout girl 

We chat with hair stylist Ash 

Croker on fixing the fallout from 

frazzled summer hair and what 

hair colours will be on trend this 

winter. 

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64 Expert tips for sun-damaged skin 

From ‘salmon sperm injections’ to 

cult skincare faves, behold the super 

skin hydrators ready to get your skin 

back on track. ricky allen reports. 

68 Scents of the season 

A new season is the ideal time to 

revamp our fragrance collections. 

Ricky Allen chats with some of the 

leading fragrance experts on how to 

choose the perfect scent for every 

season. 

74 Tried, tested & loved 

The latest and greatest products to 

hit the beauty shelves. 

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From the 

EDITOR 

To everything there is a season and as we enjoy the crisp Autumn mornings, 

now’s the time to dial up our skin and hair regimens to match the needs of 

the cooler weather that is on the way. Summer may be over, but many of us 

are still trying to get our complexion back on track after months of hot and 

humid weather. On page 64 we chat with three experts on how to repair sun-damaged 

skin and the hero products and treatments that are helping to reverse the appearance 

of dry, congested and damaged skin. 

This issue is packed with beauty advice plus the best hair and makeup trends to 

try this winter, according to industry professionals. We get the lowdown on makeup 

trends this season, and on page 30 Bianca Downward, YSL Beauty National Makeup 

Artist, shares her favourite products to create the ultimate 90s-inspired makeup 

look this winter. Plus, on page 34 hair stylist Ash Croker shares her go-to products 

and treatments for fixing dry and frazzled hair and shares what hair colours will be 

trending this winter. 

The drop in temperature can also affect the perfume we wear, making this time 

of year the perfect opportunity to revisit our fragrance wardrobe. On page 68 we’ve 

enlisted the help of leading authorities who weigh in on the best fragrance notes to 

wear depending on the season. 

If a trip to Europe is on the cards for this winter, you’re in luck! Whether you’re 

exploring cobblestone streets in Paris, lounging on the beaches of Ibiza or enjoying 

gelato in Rome, on page 46 we’ve curated the perfect beauty kit for travelling abroad – 

no glam squad needed. 

We hope you enjoy reading this issue of CosBeauty Magazine. Here’s to celebrating 

beauty in every season! 

Michelle Kearney 

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Beauty insider 

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

DAVINES CELEBRATES THIRD 

WE SUSTAIN BEAUTY CAMPAIGN 

Sustainable B-Corp certified Italian haircare brand 

Davines has announced the launch of its latest 2024 

We Sustain Beauty/Grow Beautiful Campaign. 

Launching its global socio-environmental campaign 

for the third year in a row in line with Earth Month 

this past April, Davines aims to raise awareness of 

soil health to fight climate change by supporting 

regenerative organic agriculture. 

To commemorate the campaign, Davines has 

launched a WE STAND/For Regeneration Hair & 

Body Wash Bar, $45.95. This limited-edition bar gently 

cleans hair and skin with a 99.7% biodegradable 

formula, packaged in 100% recyclable paper. It 

features white yarrow extract – an active ingredient 

harvested for the first time in the European 

Regenerative Organic Center in Parma, Italy. 

Available for a limited time at adorebeauty.com.au. 

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AUSTRALIA’S FIRST URBAN 

WELLNESS HOTEL TO OPEN 

IN MELBOURNE 

Australia’s fastest growing hotel and 

urban wellness operator, The Hotel 

& Wellness Co, has revealed exciting 

plans to launch the country’s first urban 

thermal bathing and wellness hotel. 

Commencing with the 

transformation of Melbourne’s The 

Kinson, co-founders Ben Anderson 

and Jamie Srubis, in partnership 

with Peninsula Hot Springs, are on a 

mission to create urban environments 

for wellbeing and human connection 

through spaces that foster communities 

of mindfulness and relaxation. 

The transformed The Kinson hotel 

will boast a unique thermal bathing 

experience that underpins a broader 

curated wellness offering that includes 

a top floor of various urban bathing 

spaces, sensory zones, a Hamman, and 

lounge area. Following the company’s 

principles to offer an authentic wellness 

experience, the hotel will also offer 

reflexology, sauna, daybeds, a broad 

range of transitional First Nations 

medicinal spa treatments, plus aligned 

food and beverages. 

Working directly with Peninsula 

Hot Springs, mineral salts from 

the geothermal hot springs will be 

extracted for use within the hotel’s 

bathing spaces, replicating the mineral 

content and therapeutic benefits of a 

natural hot spring, in an urban context. 

Supported by science, the therapeutic 

benefits of naturally occurring mineral 

waters can include improved sleep, 

reduction of arthritis symptoms, 

detoxification, promotion of healthy 

skin, improved muscle and bone health, 

and reduction of high blood pressure. 

The Kinson’s transformation will 

commence in the coming months, 

with the anticipated launch of the 

wellness hotel slated for early 2025. 

For more information, visit 

www.hotelwellnessco.au/. 


@cosbeauty 

RITA ORA LAUNCHES TYPEBEA, A NEW 

HAIRCARE BRAND FOR HAIR GROWTH 

Rita Ora and global beauty entrepreneur Anna 

Lahey have combined forces to create TYPEBEA – 

a high-performing haircare brand for hair growth 

and health for all hair types. 

For founders Ora and Lahey, TYPEBEA has 

been three years in the making. The two first 

connected through Lahey’s marine collagen 

brand, Vida Glow, which soon gave way to a 

passion for haircare derived from their personal 

experiences of extreme hair loss and damage. In 

navigating their own challenges and witnessing 

first-hand the detrimental impact hair can have 

on self-confidence, the founders saw the need for 

effective, clean haircare for optimum hair health. 

TYPEBEA is designed to offer both sensorial 

luxury, with rich lathers and bespoke fragrances, 

and clinically backed results. The range is powered 

by Baicapil, an active proven to reduce hair loss by 

up to 60% in just 3 months. 

Available for purchase as of 18th April in 

Australia (Sephora Australia and David Jones), 

the UK and US, the range consists of a shampoo, 

conditioner, treatment mask and an overnight 

peptide scalp serum. All products have been 

formulated with clean, sulphate-, paraben- and 

silicone-free ingredients and scalp care actives for 

visibly thicker, stronger, longer hair across a wide 

range of styles, textures and types. 

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SHEAMOISTURE AUSTRALIA CELEBRATES THE 

2024 SHEACHANGEMAKERS WINNERS 

SheaMoisture Australia has announced the 

winners of the 2024 SheaChangemakers initiative, 

an annual campaign dedicated to celebrating 

and empowering melanin-rich and First Nations 

women who are making a positive impact in their 

communities. The SheaChangemakers campaign 

is more than just a competition; it’s a platform to 

recognise and amplify the voices of individuals 

dedicated to making a difference through 

their innovative projects, advocacy efforts and 

unwavering commitment to social change. 

The 2024 winners, Tigist Kebede and Nasalifya 

Namwing, were honoured at a celebration 

held at Sydney’s 12-Micron. Nasalifya, a clinical 

psychologist, and Tigist, a trauma counsellor, 

created Pola Practice, a mental health service 

ensuring that support, especially for the most 

marginalised, is accessible for all across Australia 

and New Zealand. 

Nasalifya says, ‘From humble beginnings in 

2019 with just two practitioners, we are now the 

largest privately owned practice run by two Black 

women. We are defying odds and demonstrating 

that mental healthcare focussing on the most 

marginalised can create a tidal wave of change that 

breaks cultural and systemic barriers. Today we host 

more than 20 intersectionally and professionally 

diverse mental health clinicians, serving over 1,000 

hours of free wellbeing services to community 

members across Australia and New Zealand. 

‘Winning this $10,000 prize will enable us 

to continue our work in supporting the most 

marginalised members of the community, funding 

free one-on-one and group sessions, allowing their 

community to access support in ways they feel 

most comfortable and most importantly reach more 

people in need,’ adds Tigist. 

In addition to Nasalifya and Tigist, five runnersup 

also received $2,000 each to assist them in their 

endeavours: Karinda Eggington, Lueth Garang, 

Kaiyu Moura, Ruby Wharton and Ano Matope. 

SheaMoisture, a leading global brand in natural 

and organic hair care and body care, is committed 

to its community and to creating new possibilities 

and opportunities, from community commerce 

that gives directly back to the communities where 

products are grown and harvested, to significant 

investment, via both financial and mentorship, for 

the next generation of business owners. 


@cosbeauty 

ZO SKIN HEALTH COMPLEX A+ SERUM 

COMES TO AUSTRALIA 

ZO Skin Health, one of the most advanced 

medical-grade skincare brands in the 

world, has officially launched its Complex 

A+ Serum in Australia. 

Complex A+ Serum is a maximumconcentration, 

high-potency retinol that 

targets the skin’s deeper layers to assist 

in improving severe signs of ageing, 

including wrinkles, skin sagging and laxity, 

and sun damage. It is clinically proven to 

significantly improve signs of skin ageing 

within 12 weeks. 

ZO ® Skin Health’s microemulsion 

technology is a key differentiating factor, 

creating a unique delivery system that 

rapidly releases active ingredients to the 

skin’s deeper layers for profound results. 

Complex A+ is further enhanced with 

bakuchiol to amplify the benefits of retinol, 

while Vitamins A, C and E help to minimise 

future damage from oxidative stress. 

Glycerin and sodium hyaluronate help to 

promote skin hydration and improve the 

skin barrier. 

This is maximum-strength retinol 

and is specifically formulated to induce 

anticipated reactions such as redness, 

flaking, peeling and tightness to deliver 

superior results. As such, it is important 

to acclimatise to this product to help 

minimise redness and irritation. Good 

candidates are those who have been 

using retinol and would like to increase 

their protocol intensity, and those who 

need stronger pre-conditioning before 

advanced in-office skin procedures. 

ZO ® Skin Health products are designed 

to be used as part of a practitioner-led skin 

health regimen and are only sold through 

authorised clinics. 

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BIORÉ PARTNERS WITH 

DR YUMIKO KADOTA 

Bioré recently introduced its newest 

brand ambassador, Dr Yumiko 

Kadota. The Sydney-based cosmetic 

physician is also an influencer, 

creator and author and has amassed 

millions of views on TikTok sharing 

her skincare tips. 

Having used Bioré Pore strips for 

over a decade, Dr Yumiko is excited 

to partner with the number-one pore 

strip brand. ‘Over the past 10 years, 

Bioré has always been my consistent 

go-to for skincare. From when I was 

a young adult to now, Bioré has 

always been a reliable brand for 

achieving fantastic results,’ she says. 

Bioré is joining the rise of self-care, 

and Australians are embracing more 

wellness and self-care rituals with 

their Pore Strips. These strips are 

specially formulated and designed 

to lift out the entire pore plug, not 

just the top of the blackhead. 

Using patented C-bond 

technology, with the ‘C’ standing for 

cationic bond, they are designed to 

bind to the blackheads and not your 

skin. Activated by water, these bonds 

turn Bioré pore strips into a magnet 

for blackheads. A wetted pore strip 

has an overall positive (or cationic) 

charge which can then effectively 

connect with pore plugs – which 

have an overall negative charge. The 

result is an instant deep clean with 

a reduction in the appearance of 

pores with regular use. 

Bioré Pore Strips are cruelty-free, 

dermatologist-tested, vegan-friendly 

and are available at Priceline, 

Chemist Warehouse, Coles and 

Woolworths. 

NEW AUSTRALIAN-MADE 

SKINCARE FOR COMBO SKIN 

Inspired by the rich flora of Australia, 

Leitin skincare has just launched 

out of Gippsland, Victoria. The luxe 

gender-neutral products are designed 

to revitalise dry and dehydrated skin 

with ingredients that dive deep into 

the skin’s layers. What makes this 

range extra special is that it caters 

to the unique concerns of both oily 

and dry skin simultaneously – Leitin’s 

innovative oil-based formulations not 

only nourish dry skin but also help to 

balance oily zones in such a way that it 

defies the norm. 

Available at www.leitin.com.au. 


Taylor

Editorial credit: DFree / Shutterstock.com 

I think my 

favorite thing 

about seasons 

changing is the 

opportunity to 

look different. 

Swift 


You reflect on the 

people who used to 

be in your life, and 

it’s like, ‘Wow, I can’t 

believe that person 

was ever really in my 

life.’ But people are 

put into your life for 

seasons, for different 

reasons, and to teach 

you lessons. 

Editorial credit: Tinseltown / Shutterstock.com 

Selena

Gomez 


Editorial credit: Tinseltown / Shutterstock.com

Seasons change, 

people grow 

together and 

apart, life moves 

on. You will be 

OK, embrace it. 

Alexandra 

Elle 


Jane

Lee Logan 

When the winds 

of change blow, 

remember… 

sometimes what 

appears dead is 

simply preparing 

for a new season. 


Jim

Rohn 

You must take 

personal responsibility. 

You cannot change 

the circumstances, 

the seasons, or the 

wind, but you can 

change yourself. That 

is something you 

have charge of. 


Editorial credit: Eugene Powers / Shutterstock.com 

Be aware of 

what season you 

are in and give 

yourself the grace 

to be there. 

Kristen

Dalton 


Live in each season 

as it passes; breathe 

the air, drink the 

drink, taste the fruit, 

and resign yourself 

to the influence of 

the earth. 

Henry David 

Thoreau 


Joy is not a 

season, it’s a 

way of living. 

Kalley 

Heiligenthal 



BEAUTY 

4 

EASY 

MAKEUP 

TRENDS TO 

SLAY ALL 

WINTER 

WINTER IS ON HER WAY AND IT’S TIME TO 

ELEVATE YOUR BEAUTY GAME WITH FROSTY 

EYES, CHERRY-RED LIPS AND FLUSHED BLUSH. 

With the weather cooling down, 

now is the perfect opportunity to 

change up your makeup to match 

your winter wardrobe. Bianca Downward, YSL 

Beauty National Makeup Artist, fills us in on the 

coolest winter makeup trends for 2024. 

‘Frosted, shimmery, cool-toned eye makeup 

is what we’ll be seeing this winter,’ says Bianca. 

‘Drawing inspiration from the 90s, shades of 

blue, lilac and silver will be washed over the 

eye to create an icy look.’ 

YSL Beauty just launched its Couture Mini 

Clutches eyeshadow palettes, $117. Try 

Babylone Roses or Trocadero Nights for the 

ultimate cool girl makeup.

Red lips are a classic and we’ll be seeing 

a lot more of them this season, according 

to Bianca. ‘Deep red and cherry tones 

are trending. Ombre lips are also making 

a comeback. Try my favourite YSL lip 

combo for a deep cherry ombre lip: apply 

Crushliner, $63, in shade one to the lip line 

and blend softly towards the centre of the 

lip for a gradient effect. Finish the lip with 

Rouge Volupté Candy Glaze Lipstick in 

shade 7, $68. As for texture, both matte and 

gloss will be trending this season. 

Blush is also here to stay. Rosy-pink tones 

are perfect for creating a flushed, youthful 

appearance to the cheek. ‘Don’t be shy 

with your application as “over blushing” is a 

trend we will be seeing this winter season,’ 

says Bianca. 


BEAUTY 

For a super-hydrated appearance, try 

using a lip product on the cheek to create 

a subtle glow. YSL’s Rouge Pur Couture 

lipstick in shade Pink Muse, $68, is 

perfect for this. 

Bianca says the upcoming winter 

trends are all about adding colour to the 

complexion, whether it’s flushed cheeks or 

bold lips. And don’t be afraid to match and 

clash colour this winter. 

‘My number-one makeup tip for this 

winter (for all seasons really), is to ensure 

skin is well hydrated,’ she says. ‘Good skin 

prep is key, especially around the eye area 

when using frosted finishes as they can 

highlight uneven texture. YSL’s Pure Shots 

Eye Reboot Concentrate, $130, is ideal 

for prepping the eye area before makeup. 

The cream-to-serum formula hydrates 

the skin without leaving it feeling heavy 

or greasy. Plus, the light-defusing micro 

pearls within the product help to minimise 

the appearance of fatigue, providing an 

awakened, refreshed look.’ CBM

Revlon Colorstay 

Limitless Matte Liquid 

Lipstick, $27.95 

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MAKEUP 

TO TRY NOW 

Guerlain 

Meterorites Setting 

and Finishing Powder 

Pearls, $102 


BEAUTY 

fallout 

girl

gi 

WE CHAT WITH HAIR 

STYLIST ASH CROKER 

ON FIXING THE FALLOUT 

FROM FRAZZLED SUMMER 

HAIR AND WHAT HAIR 

COLOURS WILL BE ON 

TREND THIS WINTER. 

Sun, swimming and excessive heat styling 

can play a number on the health and 

appearance of our hair. If we’re not 

careful, the damage we accumulate during 

summer can carry over into the winter, leaving 

us with dry, brittle, lacklustre locks. 

Ash Croker, founder of The Salon by Ash 

Croker in Clovelly, and one of Sydney’s top hair 

stylists, says the condition of her clients’ hair is 

her top priority. 

‘Following a summer of sun and swimming, 

clients often present with noticeable metal and 

mineral build-up, as well as signs of sun damage 

and colour fading. These effects can lead to 

hair feeling brittle and prone to splitting,’ 

she explains. 


& heavy 

metal 

Metal particles in water, such as copper, can 

build up in hair fibers and cause hair breakage, 

as well as contributing to coarse, dull hair. To 

get hair back on track, Ash says a hair treatment 

regime essential. She recommends L’Oréal’s 

Metal Detox range, from $58.50, which helps 

to trap and neutralise metals in the hair, and 

Kerastase Genesis Anti Hair-fall Fortifying 

Serum, $92, three times a week to help activate 

hair growth. 

‘L’Oréal have also just launched their new 

Absolut Repair Molecular treatment,’ she adds. 

‘Packed with peptides and amino acids, this 

treatment can repair two years of damage 

in one application. It is great for anyone 

experiencing colour damage as it helps rebuild 

the hair shaft and take out any frizz.’ 

Hair gloss treatments can also work wonders. 

‘DIA Light by L’Oréal, an acid-based gel-crème 

gloss treatment not only enhances shine but 

also provides conditioning benefits to the hair 

and offers a top-up of colour vibrancy,’ says Ash. 

‘What’s more, its effects last up to 20 washes.’ 

‘I also highly recommend a supplement like 

Vida Glow’s Hairology,’ she adds. ‘This will 

help combat any hair shedding and fallout. 

Additionally, it’s important to look after your 

scalp, especially during the cooler, dryer 

months. Adding a scalp serum to your regimen 

3 times a week will help act as a hair hydrator 

and hair-loss preventative.’ CBM 

BEAUTY 

Hair 

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Credit: Hair by stylist Ash Croker 


What’s 

BEAUTY 

trending 

in hair this 

winter? 

‘We’re seeing cheek bangs and a resurgence 

of bobs and French styles in general. For 

longer hair, longer layers and a more relaxed 

style is trending,’ shares Ash. 

As for colour, trends for winter typically 

reflect the season’s mood and fashion trends, 

she says. This season’s winter trends include 

chocolates, caramels and cool-toned blondes. 

‘Ultimately, the best hair colour for you 

will depend on your personal style, skin 

tone and preferences. It’s always a good 

idea to consult with a professional colourist 

to find the perfect winter hue for you,’ 

says Ash. 

Rich 

brunettes 

Deep, chocolatey browns and 

espresso tones, offering warmth 

and sophistication. 

Cool-toned 

blondes 

Icy blondes and platinum shades 

evoke the coolness of winter, adding a 

touch of elegance to your look. 

Warm 

caramel 

highlights 

Adding caramel highlights to 

darker hair creates dimension and 

warmth, perfect for brightening up 

your look during the colder months. 


Red 

velvet 

Rich, velvety reds, such as 

burgundy and deep cherry, add 

a bold and luxurious touch to 

winter hair colour palettes. 

Ashy 

tones 

Ashy dark blondes and cool-toned 

browns provide a soft, muted 

look that complements the cooler 

weather and adds a modern twist 

to traditional colours. 

Smokey 

pastels 

Soft pastel hues with a smoky 

undertone, like dusty rose or lavender, 

offer a subtle yet striking look that’s 

perfect for the winter season. 


Some of our favourite 

at-home hair care products 

BEAUTY 

Wella Ultimate Repair Range – includes 

Shampoo and Conditioner, Leave-in 

Treatment and Miracle Rescue Treatment, 

each product from $48 

Aveda Botanical 

Repair Bond-Building 

Flash Treatment, $80 

Redken Acidic Bonding 

Concentrate Shampoo 

and Conditioner, 

$53 each

Goldwell Dualsenses 

Rich Repair 60 Second 

Treatment, $36 

Nuxe Paris Huile 

Prodigieuse Multi 

Purpose Dry Oil, $67 

Expert tip 

for an instant 

hair fix 

To help get your tresses back on 

track, Ash recommends Furio Dose by 

Kerastase, an in-salon treatment that is 

individualised to your specific hair needs. 

It takes less than 5 minutes and can turn 

your hair’s texture from straw to silk. 


Behind the 

BEAUTY 

FREEZEFRAME 

phenomenon 

FROM UNIVERSITY START-UP 

TO GLOBAL SUCCESS, WE 

CHART THE RISE AND RISE OF 

FREEZEFRAME FOUNDER AND 

OWNER SONIA AMOROSO. 

Sonia Amoroso is one of Australia’s 

most dynamic beauty entrepreneurs 

and skincare innovators. With a 

pedigree of breakthrough beauty and 

wellness products, she has made it her 

mission to help women overcome the most 

common beauty challenges with effective, 

science-backed solutions. 

Amoroso is perhaps best known as the 

mastermind behind freezeframe, one of 

Australia’s best-selling clinical skincare 

brands, which she launched in 2009, but her 

journey started long before freezeframe. 

Sonia has been developing breakthrough 

beauty products for more than 20 years and 

has been responsible for some of the bestselling 

skincare products in Australian history. 

freezeframe ambassador Sonia Kruger 


Amoroso’s first startup was while she 

was studying at the University of Technology, 

Sydney, where she was studying for a BA 

in communications, majoring in journalism 

and advertising. It was during this time, 

with the help of a cosmetic chemist, that 

she successfully developed her own range 

of skincare products, and in the process 

introduced two health and beauty brands 

into the Australian market – Naturopathica 

(including the popular FatBlaster weightloss 

supplement) and Skin Doctors 

Cosmeceuticals. By the time her uni days 

were done, it was becoming clear that 

Amoroso knew how to tap into the mindset 

of women and find solutions. 

Following the sale of Naturopathica and 

Skin Doctors Cosmeceuticals in 2006, she 

founded Self Care Corporation. Seeing a 

gap in the market for clinical-grade solutions 

to everyday beauty problems, Amoroso 


BEAUTY 

introduced freezeframe in 2009, with their 

breakthrough ‘instant freeze and lift’ product, 

INHIBOX. It was the first instant ‘Botox 

alternative’ skincare on the market and was a 

huge success, with women lined up outside 

the doors of Myer to purchase one. 

Driven by innovation and a focus on 

addressing common beauty concerns rather 

than skincare regimens, the freezeframe 

brand added to its portfolio of products 

and quickly gained prominence, becoming 

Australia’s top-selling brand in its category. 

Their hero product, REVITALEYES, achieved 

an impressive feat by securing the numberone 

spot in the eye cream category for four 

consecutive years. 

Freezeframe’s latest game-changer is the 

48-hour Wrinkle Freeze Ice Roller Mask, with 

Sonia Kruger as the ambassador for the new 

product. The anti-ageing ice mask, which 

launched in early 2024, combines innovative 

peptide technology with a built-in ice roller 

for dramatically smoother-looking skin in 30 

minutes that lasts up to 48 hours. 

The brand’s global success is further 

underscored by its popularity in China, Hong 

Kong, New Zealand and the UK, along with 

remarkable growth in Australia. 

Amoroso’s mission is to help women lead 

confident lives by solving the most common 

‘Amoroso’s mission is to help 

women lead confident lives 

by solving the most common 

beauty problems.’ 


eauty problems. She says one of the most 

memorable comments from her customers 

was from a woman who had undergone 

chemotherapy and had lost all of her 

eyelashes. She started using Lash Prescription 

which helped her regain her lashes and also 

her confidence. 

Amoroso has a slew of awards and accolades 

under her belt – including the EY Young 

Entrepreneur of the Year, Business Woman of 

the Year Award and Sydney Graduate School 

of Management MBA Scholarship. Not content 

with being the queen of beauty innovations, 

in 2020 she was the executive producer on the 

film Penguin Bloom, starring Naomi Watts. 

Looking ahead, the future continues to 

shine bright for Amoroso, with ongoing 

product developments and a steadfast focus 

on remaining at the forefront of skincare 

innovation. 

Freezeframe products are sold online as well 

as in Priceline, Chemist Warehouse and Terry 

White Chemmart. CBM 


BEAUTY 

Beauty 

on the fly 

Travel 

essentials

WHETHER YOU'RE 

STROLLING THE 

STREETS OF PARIS, 

SHOPPING IN CAPRIS 

OR LOUNGING ON 

THE BEACHES OF THE 

GREEK ISLES, SLAY 

YOUR WAY THROUGH 

YOUR EUROPEAN 

VACAY WITH THESE 

SAVVY TRAVEL ITEMS. 

Planning (or daydreaming 

about) a hot girl summer in 

Europe this year? A wellcurated 

beauty kit can make 

all the difference in enjoying 

Pyour holiday to the fullest – and ensure 

you look and feel fabulous from sunrise 

to sunset. 

It can often be a struggle to decide what 

makeup to bring when you’re holidaying. 

There is always that impending sense of 

“what if…”? You then usually find yourself 

packing three fake tans, eight lipsticks 

and 13 eyeshadows, including that metallic 

jade one you have never worn but might 

try out, maybe. 

Getting too creative can add those much- 

needed kilos to your luggage. It’s time to 

minimise and be practical with your travel 

makeup. Start with the basics and build 

your essential beauty bag from there. 

Antler Icon Stripe Cabin 

Expander in Moorland Pink, $299 


Eßentials 

BEAUTY 

1. Rare Beauty Perfect Strokes Matte Liquid Eye Liner, $41, 2. Youngblood Mineral Cosmetics Mineral Radiance in 

Sundance, $79.95, 3. Lancôme Teint Idole Ultra Wear Foundation, $79, 4. Fenty Beauty Eaze Drop Blur + Smooth Tint 

Stick, $52, 5. Jelly Ko Gelato Glaze Lip Mask, $28, 6. Rare Beauty Perfect Strokes Universal Volumizing Mascara, $39, 

7. Charlotte Tilbury Pillow Talk Multi-Glow Highlighter, $55, 8. Arbonne Elevate Mascara, $63, 9. Dr Naomi C Bright 

Power Vitamin C Serum 35ml, $139, 10. Ilumaé The Quartet, $132, 11. Polished London Teeth Whitening Pen, $39.99, 

12. Foreo BEAR Mini, $359, 13. Truyu Mini Tweezer Trio, $10, 14. iS Clinical Eclipse All Day Moisturiser, $81, 

15. IMAGE Skincare Vital C Antioxidant Hydrating ACE Serum, $129.95, 16. Olay Niacinamide + Vitamin C 

Moisturiser, $59.99, 17. Santa Maria Novella Leather Top Box, $523, 18. Jurlique Activating Water Essence+ 150ml, 

$83, 19. The Ordinary Natural Moisturizing Factors + PhytoCeramides 100ml, 35.50

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Dream big 

pack small 

1. 

BEAUTY 

When it comes to packing your beauty kit for a trip away, it’s the 

small things that count. And by that we mean travel size. Avoid 

any suitcase dramas of smashed fragrance bottles and skincare 

jars and opt for travel-sized, travel-friendly packaging instead. Pro 

tip: protect compacts from breakage and spillage by stuffing a 

cotton ball between the mirror and powder. Max out on minis with 

dedicated skincare travel packs and mini-sized makeup essentials. 

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1. Too Faced Soleil Mini Matte Bronzer, $29, 2. Nude by Nature Contractible Travel Brush, $21.95, 3. Anastasia Beverly Hills 

Mini Brow Freeze Gel, $23, 4. By Terry Mini Brightening CC Serum Travel Size, $51, 5. Jane Iredale PurePressed Eye Shadow 

Triple Honeysuckle, $68, 6. ILIA Limitless Lash Mascara Travel Size, $22, 7. NARS Mini Radiant Creamy Concealer, $25, 8. Urban 

Decay All Nighter Setting Spray Travel Size, $33, 9. Lük Beautifood Lipstick Crayons In Caramel Kiss, $25, 10. Laura Mercier 

Translucent Setting Powder Travel Size, $46, 11. NARS Mini Blush, $29


BEAUTY 

Antler Clifton Vanity 

Case in Blush, $149 

1. Sunday Riley The Power Couple (travel sized Good Genes, Lactic Acid Treatment & Luna Sleeping Night Oil), $124, 2. Dr. Dennis 

Gross Alpha Beta Ultra Gentle Daily Peel 5 Packettes, $36, 3. Kate Somerville ExfoliKate Cleanser Travel Size, $38, 4. Summer 

Fridays Jet Lag Mask Travel Size, $45, 5. Patchology FlashPatch Illuminating Eye Gels 5 pairs, $26, 6. iS Clinical Pure Radiance 

Collection, includes Cleansing Complex 180ml, Brightening Serum 15ml, Brightening Complex 30g, Eclipse All Day Moisturiser, 

$385, 7. Dermal Therapy Overnight Lip Repair: Lip Mask, $11.99, 8. SumaNurica Nonapeptide Niacinamide Rejuvenating Serum 

Mini, $39, 9. Sukin Travel Pack Signature 250ml, $20, 10. Mukti Organics Hero Collection, $208, 11. e.l.f. SKIN Hydrated Ever 

After Skincare Mini Kit, $42.13, 12. Dermalogica Discover Healthy Skin Kit, includes Precleanse 30ml, Special Cleansing Gel 15ml, 

Daily Microfoliant 13g and Skin Smoothing Cream 15ml, $65, 13. Fresh Face Skin Hydrate Me Travel Pack Minis, includes Soother 

Cleanser 30ml, Hydration Booster 15ml, Soother treatment 15ml, $99, 14. Alink 16pcs Travel Size Toiletry Bottles Set, $14.99

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Fraances 

BEAUTY 

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1. Trudon Vixi EDP 15ml, $79, 2. Roja London Isola Blu Parfum 10ml, $149, 3. Ellis Brooklyn Sweet EDP 10ml, $57, 

4. Malin+Goetz Leather Perfume Oil 9ml, $62, 5. by/ rosie jane Dulce EDP travel size, $46, 6. Charlotte Tilbury 

More Sex 10ml, $40, 7. Maison Margiela Replica Beach Walk EDT 10ml, $53, 8. Recreation Beauty Stardust EDP 

12ml, $49, 9. Santa Maria Novella Angeli di Firenze 1221 50ml, $155, 10. Juliette Has A Gun The Duo Miniatures 2 

x 8ml, $55, 11. La Perla My Day 30ml, $169, 12. Glasshouse Fragrances Limited Edition Perfume Pencils, $44.95, 

13. Jo Malone London Limited Edition Sunlit Cherimoya Cologne 50ml, $180


BEAUTY 

Be a multi-tasker 

1. 

We love a handy double-duty product, especially when beauty luggage 

space is at a premium. A versatile, multi-use stick for lips, cheeks and eyes 

is a travel-friendly option that saves space and allows for easy touch-ups. 

Also look for tinted serums and multi-purpose face and body balms to 

help lighten your load. Swap your full-coverage foundation for a tinted 

moisturiser or BB cream with SPF. These lighter alternatives will help even 

out your skin tone while treating your skin to an extra dose of hydration. 

Ditch single eye colours and limit yourself to one compact palette which 

can be used to create a number of looks (the eyeshadows can even work 

as brow enhancers). A simple palette with at least three colours will allow 

you to mix shades. This will let you have the option to pull off a natural 

or glam look anytime and anywhere around the globe. Let your location 

inspire you! 

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4. 

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6. 

5. 

1. jane iredale Dream Tint Tinted Moisturiser SPF 15 50ml, $89, 2. Milani Conceal 

+ Perfect 2-in-1 Foundation and Concealer, $26.99, 3. Nude by Nature Hydra Stick 

Foundation, $36.95, 4. Charlotte Tilbury Glowgasm Beauty Light Wand in Pinkgasm, 

$60, 5. Lanolips The Original 101 Ointment Multipurpose Superbalm, $18.95, 6. 

Fenty Beauty Match Stix Color-Adaptive Cheek + Lip Stick, $48, 7. Paula’s Choice 

Lip and Body Treatment Balm, $21

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What to take 

on the plane 

How do you keep your skin glowing despite the arid 

environment of an airplane? An emergency kit is a must 

to protect your skin against the in-flight elements. Pack a 

refreshing face mist, makeup wipes, cleanser, moisturiser and 

lip balm. Bring on a travel pot of concealer to mask tired eyes 

or dull skin for when you descend. 

Look for a cosmetics case roomy enough to fit all your 

staple essentials. One with a structured shape (so that it’s 

easy enough to smoosh into your suitcase or carry-on) and a 

protective casing inside will prevent liquids from leaking. 

1. Lush Creme de Menthe Mouthwash Tabs, $17, 2. Tatcha 

The Water Cream Travel Size, $39, 3. iS Clinical Hydra-Cool 

Serum 30ml, $165, 4. IMAGE Skincare Vital C Hydrating 

Facial Mist, $76.95, 5. Fenty Skin Melon Treat Hydrating + 

Strengthening Lip Oil in Kalahari Melon, $36, 6. jane iredale 

D 2 

O Hydration Spray Mini 12ml, $22, 7. Anastasia Beverly 

Hills All-In-One Face Palette in Italian Summer, $92 


Sun protection 

BEAUTY 

the MVP of your 

beauty kit 

It goes without saying that it’s essential to double down 

on sunscreen as you’re heading to warmer locales this 

winter. Choose a lightweight, non-greasy formula that offers 

both UVA and UVB protection to guard your skin against 

sunburn and premature ageing. Reapply every two hours for 

optimal protection. 

Lips are often overlooked in sun care routines. A hydrating 

lip balm with SPF will protect your lips from harmful rays and 

keep them soft and supple as you sip on your Aperol Spritz. 

If you want to get your glow on, always go faux. Bronzing 

serums, tanning drops and instant self-tan mousses will give 

you radiant, glowing skin without sacrificing the health of 

your skin. 

1. skinbetter science Tone Smart Advanced Mineral 

Protection Broad Spectrum SPF 50+, $129, 2. Medik8 

Physical Sunscreen 60ml, $74, 3. Clear Skincare Hydrating 

Sunscreen SPF 50, $40, 4. Dermalogica Porescreen SPF40 

30 ml, $89, 5. Airyday Golden Glow SPF50+ Dreamscreen 

15ml, $24, 6. Airyday Lip Me Vanilla SPF50+ Dreamscreen, 

$51, 7. Avène Sunscreen Aqua-fluid SPF50 40ml, $27.99, 

8. Aspect Sun CC Cream SPF 50+ 75ml, $59, 9. Ella Baché 

Active Lotion Great SPF50+ 130ml, $42 

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BEAUTY

Glow-up1. 

2. 

5. 

3. 

4. 

6. 

7. 

8. 

9. 

1. Milani Baked Bronzer, $24.99, 2. Rare Beauty 

Warm Wishes Effortless Bronzer Stick in Happy Sol, 

$50, 3. iS Clinical Youth Body Serum 15ml, $55, 4. 

Ella Baché Glow Serum Drops 30ml, $79, 

5. Sunescape Instant-Self Tan Mousse 50ml, $14.95, 

6. ILIA Super Serum Skin Tint SPF 40, $82, 7. Ciaté 

London Brazilian Glow Bronzing Serum, $40, 8. Ole 

Henriksen BeamCream Smoothing Body Moisturizer, 

$57, 9. RoC Revive + Glow Serum Capsules, $49.99, 

10. Isle of Paradise Self-Tanning Body Drops, $57 

10. 


BEAUTY 

Hair 

travel buddies 

Don’t forget your crowning glory! Protect 

your hair from the drying effects of the sun, 

saltwater and chlorine with nourishing hair care 

products – bonus points if they’re travel-sized. 

We’re also loving the mini hair tools available. 

Now you can bring your beloved hairstyle 

with you without feeling guilty for taking up 

precious room in your suitcase. 

Plus, for those days when you want to soak 

up every minute of adventure, dry shampoo will 

be your best friend. This is a holiday, after all!

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1. Living Proof PhD Advanced Clean Dry Shampoo Travel Size, $27, 2. Vegamour Mini Leave-in Conditioner, $27, 

3. ARKIVE Head In The Clouds Discovery Set includes All Day Everyday Shampoo 60ml, All Day Everyday Conditioner 60ml, 

The Good Habit Hybrid Oil 50ml, The Future Youth Treatment Mask 60ml, $66, 4. Mermade Hair Mini Styling Shampoo 

and Conditioner, $15, 5. ghd Flight + Travel Hair Dryer Gift Set, $160, 6. Mermade Hair Mini USB-C Curl Tong, $69, 7. Lush 

Seanik Shampoo Bar, $19, 8. Davines WE STAND/For Regeneration Hair & Body Wash Bar 100g, $45.95, 9. Gisou Honey- 

Infused Hair Oil, $43, 10. OiTO Grow Essentials Travel Pack, $80, 11. Klorane Dry Shampoo with Oat and Ceramide 50ml, 

$10.99, 12. OLAPLEX No.4D Dry Shampoo Travel Size, $29, 13. Briogeo Don’t Despair, Repair! Travel Kit, $55 


BEAUTY 

Expert tips 

FOR 

SUN-DAMAGED 

SKIN 

FROM ‘SALMON SPERM INJECTIONS’ TO 

CULT SKINCARE FAVES, BEHOLD THE SUPER 

SKIN HYDRATORS READY TO GET YOUR SKIN 

BACK ON TRACK. RICKY ALLEN REPORTS. 

Many of us are still attempting to 

normalise our skin after a long hot 

summer, as sun-damaged, dry skin 

leaves its tell-tale dullness, blotchiness, lines 

and wrinkles behind. 

It’s time to up the ante, so I decided to 

pay a visit with Dr Raquel Zanetti, an 

aesthetic physician at All Saint Clinic in 

Double Bay, Sydney. 

Dr Zanetti is experienced in a variety of nonsurgical 

aesthetic procedures – but she doesn’t 

just rush in with a needle for the ubiquitous 

temporary lift and plump. Instead, she is known 

for her holistic, personalised approach, which 

always starts with the skin. 

‘My patients are definitely more focused on 

the health and appearance of their skin rather 

than looking years younger – but of course 

when your skin looks great you do tend to look 

younger anyway,’ she says.

‘It’s a good idea to have a preventative 

plan starting from a younger age rather 

than only seeking help when you have 

more pronounced skin damage.’ 

Dr Zanetti suggests a good skincare 

plan for a 12-month period followed by 2-3 

treatments sessions a year to help get skin 

back on track. The treatments may include 

lasers and injectables, but always skincare 

as the base. 

A new breed of cosmetic injectables, 

often referred to as bioremodellers or skin 

boosters, are gaining popularity amongst 

both injectors and patients for their naturallooking, 

glow-from-within results. 

These injectable bioremodellers work 

on a cellular level to deeply moisturise and 

nourish the skin from within, helping to 

promote the production of new collagen 

and elastin and replenish hyaluronic acid 

levels. Unlike traditional dermal fillers that 

add volume or target specific areas, skin 

booster injectables aim to provide a more 

holistic rejuvenation by revitalising the 

entire face. The results of these treatments 

are often a more hydrated, rejuvenated and 

glowing complexion, with skin that is firmer 

and more even in texture and tone. 

The latest bioregenerating injectable 

is Rejuran. It is a gel formulation of 

polynucleotides, composed of wild 

salmon DNA fragments extracted through 

proprietary DOT technology (DNA 

Optimising Technology). Rejuran’s bioactive 

DNA molecules stimulate restoration 

and help repair damaged skin, concurrently 

reducing unwanted inflammation. It 

has been dubbed the ‘salmon sperm 

injections’, with celebrities like Jennifer 

Aniston reportedly having the treatment 

weekly to help counter the effects of 

ageing skin. 


SKINCARE 

NON-NEGOTIABLES 

BEAUTY 

I next spoke with Natalija Hallert and Rajja Richani, both 

MUAs and national trainers for Cosmax Prestige Brands, 

which distributes a range of superior skincare brands. 

‘Post-summer skin can look a little defeated,’ says Hallert. 

‘My hero products to help reverse the appearance of dry 

and damaged skin include Nuxe Super Serum [10], $132 

and Nuxe Huille Prodigieuse Dry Oil, $67.’ 

Richani says skin inflammation and congestion are key 

concerns for his clients. ‘These conditions are often caused 

by increased perspiration, excess sebum production as well 

as environmental issues,’ he says. 

Richani recommends exfoliating masks in addition 

to soothing and reparative products to promote skin 

rejuvenation and healing such as Guerlain Arbeille Royale 

Double R Renew & Repair Advanced Serum, $358. 

‘In the colder months, richer and more nourishing 

products as well as those containing high levels of 

hyaluronic acid are benficial,’ he says. 

‘But,’ he advises, ‘we should all be routinely assessing 

our skincare needs and modifying our skincare regime 

accordingly, not just between seasons.’ CBM

Monat BB Cream 

SPF 40, $81 

DAMAGE 

CONTROLLERS 

Bespoke Dream Cream 

Complete Rejuvenation 

Formula, $179 

Dermalogica 

PowerBright Dark 

Spot Peel, $134 

Guerlain Orchidée 

Impériale Gold 

Nobile Le Serum 

and Le Crèma, 

$1,250 each 

Enemey Hyaluronic 

Masque, $16.50 each 


FEATURE

Scents 

of the 

season 

A NEW SEASON IS THE IDEAL TIME 

TO REVAMP OUR FRAGRANCE 

COLLECTIONS. RICKY ALLEN CHATS 

WITH SOME OF THE LEADING 

FRAGRANCE EXPERTS ON HOW TO 

CHOOSE THE PERFECT SCENT FOR 

EVERY SEASON. 


ERICA’S PICKS 

FOR THE 

CHANGING 

SEASONS 

FEATURE 

Erica 

Moore 

FRAGRANCE EVALUATOR, 

FRAGRANCES OF THE WORLD 

Fragrance preferences are very individual, so 

personal taste comes into what we start using 

as the weather cools down. Generally, we 

associate warmer notes like wood, amber, musk 

and spices with cooler months, and sometimes 

the sweeter gourmand notes such as vanilla, 

caramel and sugar. 

The heat of our skin in warmer months can 

accelerate the development of the fragrance 

on our skin. The extra surface moisture on the 

skin from humidity and sweat can also change 

the way fragrance smells but it does not alter 

the structure of it. In cooler weather we wear 

more layers of clothing and fragrance often 

has to compete with those layers and there is 

less body heat to diffuse the scent. This is why 

we naturally tend to choose slightly stronger 

fragrances. We also have a tendency to apply 

fragrance more often in the cooler weather. 

Guerlain Shalimar 

90ml, $267 

Givenchy Irresistible 

Very Floral 80ml, $221 

Narciso Rodriguez 

for Her Musc Nude 

100ml, $227

ETHAN’S 

PICKS FOR 

THE COOLER 

MONTHS 

Frapin Attendre 

& Espérer 

100ml, $285 

Ethan 

Archer 

NATIONAL TRAINING 

MANAGER, LIBERTINE 

PARFUMERIE 

Creed Royal Oud 

100ml, $539 

Changing fragrances seasonally is like 

changing food seasonally. It isn’t essential, 

but embracing the weather makes you feel 

more connected to the world in a beautiful way 

– like eating refreshing granita in the sun 

or decadent chocolate cake by an open fire. 

So, if your fragrance is discordant with your 

changing fragrance desires, you may find that 

you tend to stop wearing that fragrance as 

much or altogether. 

Dry woods and iris are some of the best 

notes to wear as the weather starts to cool 

down. Amber and gourmand fragrances work 

well in the heart of winter when the days are 

the coolest. As well, our skins tend to dry out 

at that time of the year so they do not hold 

scent as well as there is not as much natural oil 

to cling to. You can try to help this problem by 

using unscented moisturisers which will help our 

fragrance to stay on and last. CBM 

Amouage Dia 40 

100ml, $499 


FEATURE 

More 

winter 

fragrance 

faves

Parfums de Marly 

Delina 75ml, $549 

Parfums de Marly 

Safanad EDP 125ml, $489 

Jean Paul 

Gaultier La Belle 

Paradise Gardens 

100ml, $260 

Goldfield & Banks Silky 

Woods Elixir 100ml, $385 


BEAUTY 

TRIED& 

TESTED 

& 

loved 

THIS SEASON’S LATEST AND GREATEST BEAUTY 

PRODUCTS. REVIEWED BY RICKY ALLEN. 

Jo Malone Scented Mementos Limited Edition 

Eclectic Scents, $122 per bottle 

The inspiration for these fragrances comes from Jo Malone 

Global Head of Fragrance Céline Roux’s memories of joy and 

discovery trawling the British antiques markets with her parents 

as a child. The result is an eclectic collection of beautifully 

idiosyncratic scents that are unapologetically off the beaten 

track, both in terms of fragrance profile and the bottles 

themselves. The quartet of limited-edition fragrances are Ginger 

Beer, Passiflora, Emerald Thyme, Musk Memento, as well as an 

equally exquisite candle in Dawn Musk ($122). All have the 

Jo Malone stamp of excellence and are definitely collectibles.

OPI Infinite Shine, $23.95 each 

The Infinite Shine range, the latest 

addition to the OPI family, offers a 

gel-like high-definition shine that 

lasts for up to 11 days. 


BEAUTY 

Davines More Inside Leave-In 

Invisible Serum, $43.95 

This amazing serum instantly 

makes your hair feel and look 

shinier and healthier. It leaves 

no residue and adds lasting, 

flexible separation for hair 

that feels softer and is 

more manageable. 

RoC Derm Correxion Fill + 

Treat Serum, $59.99 

This serum instantly plumps 

the appearance of your skin 

and help fill in the look of 

fine lines. It contains triple 

hyaluronic acid as well as 

advanced retinol to help 

target fine lines and wrinkles. 

Use nightly for best results.

Benefit Precisely My Brow Wax, $48 

This is a lightweight, full-pigment brow wax 

that sculpts, defines and holds brow hairs in 

place. It has a dual-sided brush for targeted 

application and comes in 12 shades. 

St. Tropez Self-Tan Express Bronzing 

Mousse, $59.99 

This lightweight self-tanning mousse 

stands the test of time when it comes 

to ease of application and gorgeous, 

natural-looking results. Leave it on for 

just 1 hour for a sun-kissed look or for 

3 hours if you require a deeper bronze. 

It smells fresh and leaves your skin 

looking glowing and soft. 

Nude by Nature Lash & Brow 

Boosting Serum, $29.95 

All Nude by Nature products are 

100% natural and this serum is no 

exception. It helps to increase lash 

length and promote fuller-looking 

brows. It supports hair density 

growth by nourishing hair follicles 

and helping to prevent breakage. 

Ophthalmologist-tested and free 

from unnecessary chemicals, it’s nonirritating 

and gentle on eyes. CBM 


COSMETIC ENHANCEMENT

Why 

Australians 

are choosing 

cosmetic 

injectables 

IN THE QUEST FOR SELF-CONFIDENCE AND 

IMPROVED SELF-ESTEEM, MORE AUSTRALIANS 

ARE TURNING TO COSMETIC INJECTABLES, A 

RECENT STUDY REVEALS. 

Commissioned by Merz Australia and 

conducted by Metis Healthcare Research, an 

Australia-wide survey titled ‘Understanding 

the mindset and motivations of patients 

seeking treatment with cosmetic injectables’ shines 

a light on the deep connection between our physical 

appearance and how we feel about ourselves. 

The survey involved 924 participants, consisting of 

those who have received cosmetic injections within the 

past year (700 patients; 85% female, 15% male) and 

those who ‘are seriously considering cosmetic injections 

but have not yet made a decision’ (224 patients; 

79% female, 21% male). The survey found the direct 

correlation between physical appearance and a patient’s 

sense of self holds ‘great importance, as appearance 

profoundly influences self-esteem and self-confidence’. 


COSMETIC ENHANCEMENT 

Confidence 

SOCIAL LIFE & SOCIAL MEDIA 

It can be argued the reasons individuals 

seek cosmetic injections go beyond mere 

aesthetics and encompass emotional and 

social factors. The survey highlighted that 

boosting confidence and enhancing selfesteem 

‘become major driving forces across 

all age groups’. 

A staggering 84% of respondents 

acknowledge the impact of physical 

appearance on their self-image. This 

sentiment is especially pronounced amongst 

younger participants under 50. 

About 54% of individuals feel their 

appearance influences their confidence in 

social scenarios, with a noticeable emphasis 

within the 18-29 age group. Furthermore, 

more than half view their looks as closely 

tied to their mental health and personal 

relationships. 

The survey noted that, among those 

currently seriously considering cosmetic 

injections: 

• 85% believe their confidence will improve; 

• 75% believe they will feel more confident 

to attend social events; 

• 76% believe their overall mood will 

improve; and 

• 69% believe they will be happier. 

The survey noted motivations for 

considering cosmetic injections based on 

physical aspects tend to vary with age. As 

individuals grow older, the focus shifts from 

desiring to enhance or improve perceived 

‘flaws’ or undesirable features to seeking 

restoration or rejuvenation. 

Decisions to undergo cosmetic 

procedures are often inspired by friends, 

family or social media. In response to the 

question ‘who led or prompted you to 

consider cosmetic injections’: 

• friends, family or colleagues influenced 

51% of the 18-29 group, 47% of 30-49 

group and 40% of those 50+; and 

• social media influencers or celebrities 

affected 36% of the 18-29 group, 22% of 

30-49 group and 9% of those 50+. 

The survey reported both a ‘strong 

emphasis on physical appearance’ and 

‘recognition of societal influence’, overall. 

To the statement ‘the way people are 

perceived depends heavily on their physical 

appearance’, 71% agreed (77% of those 

aged 50+). 

To the statement ‘life is easier for people 

who are physically attractive’, 76% agreed 

(79% of those aged 18-29). 

To the statement ‘societies’ beauty 

standards have a strong influence on how 

I feel about my appearance’, 63% agreed 

(72% of those aged 18-29).

The new 

BEAUTY 

REGIMEN? 

Across all age brackets, a significant portion of 

participants views cosmetic injectables as integral 

to their beauty regimen, with many planning to 

increase their use. 

In the survey, 62% of those aged 30-49 reported 

that ‘I get cosmetic injections as part of my beauty 

routine’ – and 46% of that age group intend to 

increase their use of cosmetic injections over the 

next five years. 

Similarly, it found 56% of those aged 50+ 

reported cosmetic injections are now ‘part of my 

beauty routine’ – and 27% of that group also intend 

to increase their use of cosmetic injections over the 

next five years. 

And among the younger 18-29 user group, 47% 

confirmed cosmetic injections are now ‘part of my 

beauty routine’ – and 34% of that group also 

intend to increase their use of cosmetic injections 

over the next five years. 

Notably, the survey also explored barriers to 

choosing injectables, with financial constraints and 

fears of unnatural-looking results topping the list 

of concerns. 


COSMETIC ENHANCEMENT 

Mental 

HEALTH DISORDERS HIGH AMONG 

COSMETIC PATIENTS 

The survey highlighted an alarming link between mental 

health issues, such as anxiety and mood disorders, and 

the pursuit of cosmetic treatments, especially among 

younger individuals. 

The study found 59% of 18- to 29-year-old patients 

seeking treatment with cosmetic injectables are 

experiencing symptoms of mental health disorders. 

Among that cohort, 40% reported having been medically 

diagnosed with anxiety disorder – and a further 36% were 

currently experiencing symptoms of this condition. 

In addition, 28% of the 18-29 group had been medically 

diagnosed with a mood disorder (eg, depression or bipolar 

disorder) – and a further 23% were currently experiencing 

symptoms of these conditions. 

The survey also found that among the older 30-49 group, 

41% had similarly been medically diagnosed and/or were 

currently experiencing symptoms of combinations of the 

same list of mental health disorders. 

Even among older patients aged 50+, 32% of those 

seeking treatment with cosmetic injectables had previously 

been medically diagnosed and/or were currently 

experiencing symptoms of one of those same disorders.

On a positive note, when those currently receiving 

injections were asked how feelings towards their own physical 

appearance have ‘changed over the course of your life’: 

• 55% of those aged 18-29 reported more positive feelings; 

and 

• 47% of those aged 30-49 reported more positive feelings. 

The survey also noted the benefits of cosmetic injections 

often go beyond aesthetics – resulting in ‘perceived, and 

often significant, psychological benefits’, notably in ‘selfconfidence, 

self-esteem and mood’. Among those currently 

receiving cosmetic injections, 93% reported improvement in 

self-confidence, 87% reported improvement in self-esteem or 

feelings of self-worth, and 85% reported feeling happier. CBM 


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1. Tiffany Knot Double Row Ring in Rose Gold, $4,000, 2. Rare Beauty Soft Pinch Luminous Powder Blush in Hope, $50, 

3. Bottega Veneta Gold Plated Sterling Silver Double Teardrop Stud Earrings, $2,390, 4. Charlotte Tilbury Lip Cheat Lip Liner 

in 90’s Pink, $38, 5. Jimmy Choo 100mm Bing leather mules, $1,732, 6. Bottega Veneta Small Brick Cassette shoulder bag, 

$3,480, 7. Juliette Has A Gun Juliette 100ml, $215, 8. Youngblood Mineral Cosmetics Complexion Correcting CC Primer, 

$55.95, 9. Monat BB Cream SPF40 Broad Spectrum Tinted Moisturiser, $81, 10. Saint Laurent Sunglasses SL181LOULOU027 

Nude, $765, 11. Benefit 24 Hour Brow Setter Eyebrow Gel, $48, 12. Rare Beauty Positive Light Under Eye Brightener, $46, 

13. Charlotte Tilbury Hollywood Beauty Icon Lipstick K.I.S.S.I.N.G in 90’s Pink, $54, 14. Benefit The POREfessional Face 

Primer, $63, 15. Benefit BADgal Bang Volumizing Mascara, $49, 16. MODELROCK Tube Tech Tubular Mascara in Jet Black, $22 


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2. 

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4. 

1. Creed Millesime 1849 100ml, $499, 2. Isle of Paradise Self Tan Serum Face, $49, 3. La Perla Invisible Touch 

120ml, $499, 4. CIRCA Limited Edition Cotton Flower & Freesia Hand Care Duo Set, $64.95, 5. LAMAV Quartz 

Gua Sha and Roller Set, $59, 6. Gojelle High End Press On Gel Nails in The Scarlett Baby Pink, $39 , 7. Esmio Basic 

Starter Kit includes, One Step Gel in 3 colours, Nail Lamp, The Essential File and The Soft Buffer, $186, 8. My Eco 

Beauty Kit Reusable Makeup Remover Pad 3pk, $18, 9. TRUDON Versailles Collection Candle 70g, $75

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11. 

12. 

7. 

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9. 

10. 

1. Santa Maria Novella Honey Hair Cream 100ml, $59, 2. Davines LOVE Curl Conditioner 250m, $44.95, 3. Davines LOVE 

Curl Shampoo 250ml, $43.95, 4. KYK Hair Tame Me Smoothing Wand, $24.95, 5. OiTO Haircare Grow Collection Shampoo 

& Conditioner Set 375ml with Silicone Sleeve, $160, 6. ghd Unplugged Cordless Hair Straightener, $500, 7. KYK Hair Get A 

Grip! Finishing Hairspray, $21.95, 8. KYK Hair Kream’d Smoothing Styling Cream, $34.95, 9. Davines This is a Curl Gel Oil 

250ml, $43.95, 10. OLAPLEX Nº.3 Hair Perfector 100ml, $54, 11. Joico JoiFull Volumizing Shampoo 300ml and Conditioner 

251ml, $36.50ea, 12. Joico JoiFull Volumising Styler 100ml, $38.50 


BEAUTY

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5. 

6. 7. 

9. 

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1. Redken Acidic Bonding Concentrate Shampoo & Conditioner 300ml, $53 ea, 2. REF Dry Shampoo 75ml, 

$18.50, 3. IGK Hold Up Strong Finishing Hairspray 192ml $49, 4. IGK Pick Me Up Root Lifting Spray 164ml $44, 

5. Hot Tools Black Gold Curl Bar 32mm, $229, 6. R+Co Bleu Soft Bounce Natural Texture & Curl Shampoo 

250ml & Conditioner 201ml, $80 ea, 7. Joico Defy Damage KBOND20 Power Masque 150ml $64.95, 8. IGK 

Extra Love Shampoo & Conditioner 236ml, $45 ea, 9. REF Heat Protection Spray 100ml, $28.50 


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3. 

2. 

BEAUTY 

5. 

4. 

7. 

6. 

1. Lanolips Lip Scrub in Coconutter, $14.95, 2. ROBE Clean + Finish Sachet, $2.99, 3. CALECIM 

Advanced Hair System 6x5ml + Derma Stamp Pack, $526, 4. Charlotte Tilbury Magic Hydration Revival 

Cleanser 120ml, $52, 5. Fenty Skin Total Cleans’r Remove-It-All Cleanser 145ml, $41, 6. Ella Baché 

Daily Hydration Mist 100ml $42, 7. Clean & Pure Coffee & Coconut Go Plastic Free Lip Balm, $6.99, 8. 

KenzaKo AHA Body Reset Scrub 300g, $50, 9. SELKIA Skincare Luminosité Dry Face Oil 30ml $52, 10. 

Jurlique Nutri-Define Supreme Restorative Rich Cream 50ml, $150, 11. DedCool Milk Hand and Body 

Wash 60ml, $24, 12. Muse By Gaia The Potion 50ml $62, 13. Omorfi Active The Ultimate 30+ BB Cream, 

$59, 14. Arbonne DermResults Gel Cleanser 90ml, $75, 15. iS Clinical Cream Cleanser 120ml, $75

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