BeautyNZ Magazine Spring 2024

THE NEW ZEALAND ASSOCIATION OF 

REGISTERED BEAUTY PROFESSIONALS INC 

SPRING 2024 EDITION 

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FROM THE 

ASSOCIATION 

12 President’s message 

14 Office Managers Report 

16 AGM Report 

18 Executive Committee 

& Area Reps 

20 NZARBP Member Profiles 

COVER STORY 

22 Dariel Sidney: Continuing 

the RevitaLash legacy 

SEASONAL 

DELIGHTS 

32 Spring Detox 

34 Christmas Gift Sets 

TREATMENTS 

& PROFILES 

36 Innovation: Advanced 

Nutrition Programme TM 

38 Endota Birthday Celebrations 

40 Brand Profile: TiZO 

42 Skincare Profile: INSKIN.CO 

44 Expert Advice: Dr Ben 

Johnson 

45 Profhilo Structura 

46 Expert Advice: Joanna 

Karpinski 

48 Brand Profile: Prologic 

Skincare 

50 Business Profile: Biome 

Perfecting Oil 

52 Innovation: Exion 

53 Advanced Skin Technology 

Celebrates 30 Years 

54 New Treatment: 

Dermalogica PRO 

LuminFusion 

55 RevitaLash Launch 

& Fundraiser 

WHAT’S NEW? 

56 New Product Showcase 

62 Brand Innovation: Environ 

NZARBP 

MEMBER PROFILE 

64 Cinderella Beauty & Spa 

Dariel 

Sidney 

6 

TABLE 

of

WELLBEING 

66 11 Sun Care Must Haves 

68 Niki Loe’s 9 Daily Secrets 

74 A Guide to Gua Sha 

BUSINESS BITES 

80 Tips to Maximise 

Salon Profits 

82 Protecting Your Intellectual 

Capital 

86 Spring Clean Your Business 

88 Workplace Law Update 

BEAUTY 

91 The Beauty of Refills 

92 Best Budget Beauty Buys 

93 Spring Makeup 

94 Makeup Showcase 

96 Karen Murrell’s Global Growth 

97 Lip Love 

98 Plump It! launches in NZ 

SUPPORTING 

AN EMPLOYEE 

WITH 

bre st 

cancer 

INDUSTRY NEWS 

100 Pure Fiji Celebrates 25 Years 

101 Thriving Through 

Menopause Symposium 

102 Acala Blue Stem Lotus Oil 

Wins Award 

103 Wai Ariki Hot Springs 

and Spa named in World 

Architecture Awards 

104 BellaBelle Clinic supports 

Miss Universe NZ 2024 

12 Seasonal 

Delights 

SHOPPING 

SHOWCASE 

105 Brands to Watch 

106 Hair Care 

108 Fresh Finds 

NZARBP TRAINING 

& EDUCATION 

109 Area Rep Visits 

CONTENTS 


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FOR 

YOUR 

COMFORT 

The benefits of a quality and 

comfortable night’s sleep are well 

documented. In fact, the solution to a 

number of life’s discomforts are often 

eased by improving sleep patterns. 

New Zealand interior designer and lover 

of all things high quality, Ria Gleeson, 

has dedicated years of her life to 

solving the age-old mystery of avoiding 

overheating in bed. 

Her solution – The Whisper Collection 

by SleepCircle, is an inspired collection 

of luxurious breathable duvets designed 

to help temperature fluctuations while 

sleeping. The secret lies in the miracle 

mesh insert which encourages airflow 

and temperature regulation. 

just how important and vital quality sleep 

is for health and quality of life. 

“The Whisper Duvet from SleepCircle 

will help change the way you sleep and 

feel forever. 

“Designed with extreme quality and 

ethically sourced Certified Duck Down 

and 100% organic cotton, we have 

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and allow fresh air in. 

“With a 400 thread count, double 

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difference. The revolutionary SleepCircle 

duvet is for anyone who struggles with 

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Designed to be used as is inside a natural 

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of a flat sheet in-between you and the 

duvet, this directly creates air flow for a 

restful temperature-controlled sleep. 

For more information, visit 

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“Sleep is one of the most important 

aspects to live a healthy life in my 

opinion,” she says. 

Dealing with heat irregularities, hot 

flushes due to menopause, or the 

inability to get a restful night’s sleep can 

be a not-so-gentle form of torture. 

“Having experienced my own sleep 

challenges, the Whisper duvet was born 

from necessity! 

“Hot flushes from menopause can disrupt 

sleep, create a lack of energy, and prevent 

you from living your full life. Once you’ve 

changed your sleep habits, you realise 

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Enjoy the dreamy benefits of your own SleepCircle 

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luxe King Size Whisper Duvet (RRP$723). Perfect to 

enjoy in your own bed, or to offer in your beauty 

salon or business for cosy restful comfort while 

keeping clients relaxed and pampered. 

To enter, email with SLEEPCIRCLE in the 

subject line to editor@beautynzmagazine.co.nz. 

Entries close October 31 2024. 

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Editor's LETTER 

MEET YOUR TEAM 

Lisa Potter 

Editor 

Kelly Gillespie 

Graphic Designer 

marlee·mae 

Dee Clothier 

Office Manager 

NZARBP Publisher 

ENQUIRIES: 

editor@beautynzmagazine.co.nz 

info@beautynz.org.nz 

Welcome 

to 

our newest issue of 

BeautyNZ magazine. 

Change is inevitable and in this fast-paced world of technology and 

innovation, one of the sectors being hit particularly hard is print 

magazines. Over the last 12 months a depressingly large number of 

iconic print magazines have permanently closed their pages. 

As a long-time lover of reading magazines, as well having enjoyed three 

decades of career within print media, it saddens me to see the demise 

of so much rich and valuable content. 

However, as printing costs have more than doubled in the last 24 

months, and NZ Post prices continue to rise, the pressure this places 

on print media is enormous. And so like many, the time has come for 

change in order to survive and thrive. 

Fortunately BeautyNZ will continue in its exact format, packed with 

interviews, insights, treatment and product news, as well as advice for 

business owners and those working in the beauty industry. 

The only difference will be that you’ll now read BeautyNZ online 

only, although much effort has gone into ensuring it’s an easy-format 

e-magazine read. This has become necessary to remain a part of a 

rapidly declining space (with less and less magazine shelves taken up 

in supermarkets and petrol stations). The good news is that each year, 

BeautyNZ will produce one bumper magazine which you can savour 

and cherish. 

Here’s to our first e-magazine issue. Thank you to the loyal and new 

advertisers who have supported this, to the NZARBP for continuing 

to produce BeautyNZ for the good of the 

industry and of course, to each and 

every reader. 

Lisa Potter 

ADVERTISING ENQUIRIES: 

advertising@beautynzmagazine.co.nz 

BeautyNZ magazine is a professional beauty 

trade magazine published by the New Zealand 

Association of Registered Beauty Professionals Inc. 

The NZARBP is recognised as the premier industry 

organisation with a 50 year history of supporting 

members, regulating the industry and the 

promotion of a qualified workforce. The non-profit 

group educates, informs, provides advice and keeps 

the industry up to date with the latest information 

through its magazine. 

DISTRIBUTION: Digital distribution nationwide 

directly to businesses and subscribers 

COPYRIGHT: BeautyNZ magazine is subject to 

copyright. No part of BeautyNZ may be reproduced 

in whole or in part without written permission 

from the publisher. Neither opinions expressed 

by contributing and in-house writers, nor facts 

stated in advertisements, are necessarily those of 

the editor, staff of Beauty NZ Magazine, or the NZ 

Association of Registered Beauty Professionals 

Inc. Whilst all efforts are made to ensure accuracy, 

no responsibility will be taken by the publishers or 

Association for inaccurate information, or for any 

consequence of reliance on this information. All 

articles and images are covered by copyright. 

COMPETITION TERMS & CONDITIONS: In the event 

that an ineligible entry is selected or we are unable 

to contact a winner within one week of the prize 

draw, having made reasonable attempts to do so, 

we may deem that winner’s entry invalid and select 

a new winner on the same terms as the original 

prize selection. 

Entrants may only enter once per prize draw. No 

prize is transferable, changeable, or redeemable 

for cash. All decisions made are final and no 

correspondence will be entered into. Good luck! 

ISSN: 3021-1522 (Online) 

WEBSITE: beautynz.org.nz 

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Association NEWS 

PRESIDENT’S 

Message 

Kia ora and welcome to our first solely digital issue for 2024. 

The sun is shining more, and the 

garden is popping out in full colour 

which is always an indication that we 

are into the brighter, warmer months. 

We hope you enjoy your latest 

BeautyNZ magazine that’s packed 

with interesting, thought- provoking 

articles to encourage and support your 

journey in our ever-changing beauty 

world. Immerse yourself in some 

well-deserved time out to read 

BeautyNZ. 

We had our Annual General Meeting on 

September 15. A massive thank you to 

all of you who attended. Your devotion 

and support are very much appreciated. 

Four of our Executive Committee 

stood for re-election including myself 

as President and Louise Gray as Vice- 

President, along with Kim Ryan and 

Larissa Whitman. 

We also welcome some new 

faces to our Executive 

Committee: Peter Willis, 

Debbie Casson, and Katherine Williams. 

It is awesome to have such talented 

individuals joining and sharing their 

expertise with our Association. 

Our NZARBP Area Reps were also 

re-elected with the addition of Marcia 

Wild who will be covering Otago and 

Southland. We do have other Area Rep 

positions available; this could be an 

opportunity to become more involved 

in the Association and help strengthen 

our voice and support the industry. If 

you are interested, please let us know 

and we can send out more information. 

Please take time to enjoy our digital 

magazine. 

Take care and look after one another. 

Kia kaha 

Emma 

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Association 

NEWS 

OFFICE MANAGERS 

REPORT 

Kia ora from the 

Association office. 

NZARBP Office Manager 

Dee Clothier 

P: 021 062 4597 

E: info@beautynz.org.nz 

Spring is in the air and I’m welcoming 

it with open arms. 

So much has happened since our last issue. We 

have had the Expo, the recent AGM, been in talks 

with Dr Shane Reti regarding regulations and of 

course made the big decision to stop producing a 

hard copy of BeautyNZ magazine. This is our first 

fully digital issue and we hope you like it as much 

as we do. 

Our AGM was successful and we welcomed three 

new Executive Committee members and one 

new Area Rep who will cover both the Otago and 

Southland regions. You will meet them in this 

issue. 

We have welcomed 22 new members, 4 rejoining 

members, and 17 student members since 

our last issue. Welcome to you all. 

COOPERS BEACH 

Jasmin Foster 

Cody Herlihy 

AUCKLAND 

Wilma Koci 

Kanchan Kumar 

Hina Nandha 

Joanna See 

Jasmin Vivian 

Katherine Williams 

POKENO 

Letittia Marshall 

MT MAUNGANUI 

Stacey Peak 

HAMILTON 

Ceylene Heaton 

TE AWAMUTU 

Kasey Penney 

OHOPE 

Charmaine Mallasch 

HAVELOCK NORTH 

Louise Mohi 

WHANGANUI 

Sharon Rowan 

WELLINGTON 

Samantha Reay 

MAPUA 

Kim Fuller 

CANTERBURY 

Natalie Gibson 

Kendra Gleeson 

Maria McSweeney 

Miss Bliss Nails Distribution 

INVERCARGILL 

Amber Lee 

NEW NZARBP 

STUDENT 

MEMBERS 

Hailee Awhitu 

Stella Bloxham 

Kiri-ana Brooks 

Grace Goggin 

Saahni Harden 

Emily Jones 

Sapphire Mahara 

Korbyn Miller 

Sajeda Mirzaei 

Ella-Rose Murchie 

Jael Paterson 

Amy Payton 

Lily Te Moana 

Ruby Tierney 

Shayla Timms-Dodge 

Kiriora Wyllie 

YanLi Yang 

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NZARBP 2024 

AGM REPORT 

By NZARBP President 

Emma Fraser 

It has been my honour to be the 

President, as well as hold the nail 

portfolio, for the NZARBP this year. We 

have had another successful year with 

plenty of things to keep us busy and 

engaged. 

The BeautyNZ magazine has maintained 

its high professional quality with our 

expert editor Lisa Potter. The decision 

was made by the Executive Committee 

to take over the publishing of BeautyNZ 

magazine from DP Media. Shortly 

after this decision was made and 

implemented, we were informed that DP 

Media was put into liquidation. 

Due to rising costs associated with 

publication and printing, the EC has 

made an informed decision to take our 

quarterly magazine digital, with the 

intention of printing an annual issue. 

This decision was not made lightly as we 

all love our printed magazine however 

we have to be realistic and the costs are 

too high to continue on this way. Digital 

is the way of the future and will make our 

magazine more sustainable. 

We have experienced a reduction in 

NZARBP memberships with the majority 

of non-renewals attributed to businesses 

no longer operating in the industry 

which is unfortunately a reflection of 

the current financial situation of NZ and 

the cost of living crisis. However we are 

still accepting new members and this 

highlights the importance of belonging 

to our Association. Now more than 

ever is an important time to be a part of 

NZARBP for support and encouragement 

in business. 

The NZARBP attended the NZ Hair 

& Beauty Expo hosted by Shaughan 

Woodcock in June. This was another 

successful event held over two days. This 

year we were joined by Jordan Baldock, 

our Insurance Broker from Gallaghers. 

It was fantastic to have him available to 

answer insurance related questions on 

site. The Expo was a great opportunity 

for the profile of the Association, 

building on relationships while also 

giving us an opportunity to forge new 

connections. It was lovely to see and 

chat with some of our members who 

attended as well as Distributor members 

who were exhibiting. Dee Clothier did an 

awesome job at profiling our Distributor 

members who were at the Expo on our 

social media platforms. 

The NZARBP has been present at two 

other industry events. I represented 

our Association at the NZ Nail Expo in 

Hamilton for qualified and registered 

nail technicians from around NZ. Cris 

Amaral, our Cosmetic Tattoo Manager 

represented us at the Permanent 

Makeup Convention in Auckland. These 

are fantastic opportunities to show our 

support of the entire beauty professional 

community. 

Our Awards extravaganza was held on 

24 Feb 2024. Wow, what an awesome 

evening! Firstly, thank you to all of our 

entrants for entering the awards and 

showcasing your high standards of 

professionalism, knowledge and skill as 

well as passion for our industry. Thank 

you to our judges who freely gave their 

time to be a part of the process, it is 

vital to the success of our Awards. A 

heartfelt thank you must go out to all 

our sponsors who assisted in making 

this year's Awards a success. We cannot 

celebrate our industry without this 

support. It truly was a fabulous evening 

of celebrating and networking with each 

and everyone. 

Thank you to all of the Executive 

Committee members who have so 

strongly supported me throughout 

this year in my role as President. I look 

forward to continuing our work in the 

future on behalf of our Association 

members. Unfortunately, this year Elysa 

Sollis resigned 

from the Executive 

Committee to focus on 

her growing family and 

their needs. Regretfully we 

have also received Cris Amaral’s 

resignation from the EC due to 

other commitments. Cris has kindly 

offered to be available in an advisory 

role for the Association within her 

cosmetic tattooing and legal expertise. 

Thank you Elysa and Cris for being such 

valuable members of the EC, we wish 

you well in the future and who knows, we 

may see you again joining our team. 

I look forward to the coming year where 

I can continue to assist and support our 

industry to see continued growth in best 

practice. We have recently made a strong 

connection with the Masterton Council 

who are revising the Code of Practice 

and have requested our assistance. 

We have also been in communication 

with the Minister of Health in relation 

to our industry standards. Kim Ryan 

is taking the lead in both of these 

communications on behalf of the 

Association. 

This year saw Dee, our Office Manager, 

celebrate seven years with the 

Association. Thank you Dee for your 

continuous hard work and effort to keep 

the Association operating smoothly. This 

year Dee has taken on a lot more within 

her role, following the disbandment of 

the Marketing role for NZARBP. Dee 

has been mastering social media posts 

as well as learning so much about the 

BeautyNZ magazine. I am extremely 

appreciative to Dee for this and as well 

as the tremendous support to myself, 

the Executive Committee and of course 

our members. 

Lastly and most importantly, thank you 

to all of our valued members. Without 

you, we could not continue, so thank 

you from the bottom of my heart. Feel 

free to reach out to myself or any of your 

Executive Committee if we can offer any 

additional assistance and support. 

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Become a member of the 

New Zealand Association of 

Registered Beauty Professionals; 

the membership organisation 

for the beauty industry in 

New Zealand. 

EMMA FRASER 

President and Nail 

Technology Manager 

EXECUTIVE 

LOUISE GRAY 

Vice President and 

Complaints Manager 

Committee 

KIM RYAN 

Government Regulations 

Manager 

DEBBIE CASSON 

Cosmetic Tattoo Manager 

Dedicated to supporting 

members, regulating the 

industry and achieving a 

highly organised, qualified 

and professional workforce, 

the Association is a non-profit 

organisation. 

To become a member and 

find out more about member 

benefits, call: 021 062 4597 or 

email info@beautynz.org.nz 

LARISSA WHITMAN 

Area Representative 

Manager 

PETER WILLIS 

Membership Growth and 

Retention Manager 

KATHERINE WILLIAMS 

Education Manager 

AREA 

REPRESENTATIVES 

AMANDA SEMENOFF 

Northland 

021 455 019 

amanda@masteracademy.co.nz 

MICHAELLA MESSENGER 

Northland 

021 437 558 

michaella@masteracademy.co.nz 

CHELSEA KARL 

Auckland 

021 0235 8848 

hello@skinbychelsea.co.nz 

JENNY TAIRI 

Waikato 

021 064 8620 

jennypycraft@hotmail.com 

MICHELE GRAY 

Taranaki 

027 282 9668 

accounts@urbanbeautyspa.co.nz 

DAWN BAXTER 

Hawkes Bay 

021 932 498 

MARCIA WILD 

Otago/Southland 

027 325 8424 

centraleyesandbeauty@gmail.com 

LARISSA WHITMAN 

Christchurch 

027 692 3456 

larissa.whitman@ara.ac.nz 

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Katherine Williams Debbie Casson Marcia Wild 

NZARBP 

NEWLY ELECTED 

OFFICIALS 

Welcome to the newest Executive Committee and Area Rep 

members. Profiles in the next issue of BeautyNZ will include 

Peter Willis, Membership Growth and Retention Manager. 

KATHERINE WILLIAMS 

Education Manager 

With 10 years experience in the beauty 

industry, Katherine has had the joy 

of working within multiple clinics, 

teaching beauty therapy at WITT in New 

Plymouth and leading the Caci Training 

& Education Team. 

Katherine currently works for Caci NZ as 

their Director of Education, where she is 

focused on specialising in skin treatment 

education, research and development 

and nurturing excellence within all 

aspects of the business. 

Katherine is passionate about standards 

within the industry and the education 

delivered during initial study and 

beyond. She is involved with NZQA 

qualification reviews, the Elite School 

of Beauty and Spa external advisory 

board and has now joined the NZARBP 

Executive Committee to extend her 

support to our wider network. 

"I believe in the power of community 

and the advantages of learning from 

each other. It is up to us to maintain 

the expectation of standards within our 

industry and to work together to protect 

our customers and our future industry 

talent. I want to support others who love 

the industry as much as I do, and keep 

the magic of learning alive,” she says. 

DEBBIE CASSON 

NZARBP Cosmetic Tattoo Manager 

Debbie is a Certified Permanent 

Cosmetic Professional (CPCP) based in 

Christchurch, New Zealand. Since 2015, 

she has been dedicated to the art of 

permanent cosmetics and early in her 

career, joined the Society of Permanent 

Cosmetic Professionals (SPCP) in the 

USA (she has attended their annual 

conferences since 2016). 

“In 2022, I was honoured to join the SPCP 

Board of Directors as the International 

Chair. My love for this industry drives my 

commitment to continued education and 

high standards, and I believe the strengths 

I’ve gained through this role can positively 

impact other areas of the beauty industry. 

“I am particularly proud of my 

specialisation as one of New Zealand’s 

leading Paramedical Tattooists, focusing 

on 3D Areola Re-Pigmentation. I’ve had 

the privilege of working alongside top 

plastic surgeons across the country, 

providing life-changing services to both 

men and women. My passion lies in 

delivering the highest quality cosmetic 

tattooing experience, ensuring clients feel 

safe and confident when they visit my 

clinic. 

Outside of my professional life, I’m a 

mother of four, happily married, and 

deeply passionate about what I do. 

I’m excited to contribute to the beauty 

industry here in New Zealand, where I 

know my skills, training, and experience 

can benefit the community. I look 

forward to working closely with NZARBP 

to help elevate the standards of our 

industry.” 

MARCIA WILD 

New Otago/Southland NZARBP Area Rep 

Marcia Wild has been a qualified Beauty 

Therapist since 2007. 

“My journey in the ever-evolving beauty 

industry has been thrilling. My passion 

for all things beauty has not only driven 

my own growth but also motivated 

me to mentor and train other beauty 

professionals. It’s incredibly rewarding to 

help others build confidence and refine 

their skills, knowing I’ve contributed to 

their progress. 

“Today, I’m proud to be the owner of my 

own business, a dream that has become 

reality, and I feel honoured to have 

reached this point in my life. 

“Based in the beautiful town of 

Cromwell, Central Otago, I’ve found 

a home and a community that I’m 

deeply grateful for. Building lasting 

relationships with my clients and helping 

them achieve their personal beauty 

goals (whether it's perfecting brows 

or enhancing skin health) is my true 

passion. I take pride in listening to each 

client’s needs and transforming their 

expectations into reality. 

“Outside of my work, I’m also a devoted 

single mother to my amazing 8-yearold 

son, Felix. Recently, I’ve embarked 

on an exciting new role as the Area 

Representative for Southland/Otago. 

I’m passionate about supporting and 

uplifting both established and emerging 

beauty therapists and businesses in our 

region, and I’m excited to contribute 

to the growth and success of our 

community. I can’t wait to see where this 

next chapter takes me!” 

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Cover STORY 

BEAUTY 

WITH 

PURPOSE 

October marks Breast 

Cancer Awareness 

month, with businesses, 

brands and individuals 

coming together to 

promote the importance 

of breast health, as well 

as educate around and 

fundraise for breast cancer 

organisations. However, for 

global brand RevitaLash 

Cosmetics this fundraising 

drive and support 

is year-round. 

What began as a quest by a loving 

husband and ophthalmologist to help 

his wife as she was battling cancer, 

has evolved into a global brand with a 

firm focus on beauty with purpose and 

philanthropy. 

In 2006 Dr. Michael Brinkenhoff was 

inspired to help his wife Gayle, who 

was diagnosed with breast cancer at 

32, feel more beautiful during her battle 

with the disease. When he developed 

the breakthrough lash conditioner, he 

knew that helping his wife look better 

would help her feel a bit better, too. 

His formula was a success and led to 

RevitaLash Cosmetics becoming a 

business, which Gayle helped to build 

during the years she battled cancer 

before passing away in 2014. 

Today RevitaLash Cosmetics offers an 

entire collection of cosmetics designed 

to enhance the health and natural 

beauty of lashes, brows and hair – all 

while giving back to the cause that 

started it. Every RevitaLash Cosmetics 

purchase benefits breast cancer 

research, treatment and education. 

As a physician-led brand, RevitaLash 

Cosmetics remains dedicated to 

safety and thoughtful product 

formulation. RevitaLash Cosmetics 

honours the courage and strength of 

Gayle Brinkenhoff, and that of women

everywhere, by supporting breast 

cancer initiatives year-round, not just in 

October. 

LEGACY OF LOVE 

Continuing this beautiful legacy of her 

mother Gayle, is Dariel Sidney. The 

essence of the RevitaLash Cosmetics 

business and its strong focus around 

giving and supporting is in Dariel’s DNA, 

so it makes perfect sense that she leads 

the charge when it comes to her role as 

VP of Philanthropy. 

“RevitaLash Cosmetics has a global 

giving programme and I’m so proud of 

the countries mirroring our global giving 

efforts,” she says. 

Among these countries is New Zealand, 

where the iconic Eat Drink Pink event 

hosted by RevitaLash Cosmetics 

NZ (Kiara Cosmetics) has proved an 

enormous success, both in raising 

awareness around breast cancer as well 

as fundraising and supporting Breast 

Cancer Awareness Month. 

To acknowledge the importance of 

Breast Cancer Awareness Month and 

of the role RevitaLash Cosmetics 

plays around continually prioritising 

philanthropy in this space, BeautyNZ 

finds out more from Dariel Sidney. 

Q. 

A. 

Could you give an overview of 

your role and about what is at the 

heart of your role as RevitaLash 

Cosmetics VP of Global 

Philanthropy? 

Since the beginning, we’ve been 

dedicated to giving back to help 

breast cancer patients and fund 

important research. But until we 

created my role in 2019, there 

wasn’t a dedicated person who 

handled all our efforts. 

Q. 

A. 

breakthrough research 

efforts dedicated to 

finding a cure. 

What aspect of 

this role gives you 

the most personal 

satisfaction? 

Nothing feels better 

than the response we 

get after supporting 

an organisation in their 

efforts—and supporting 

the people behind those 

organisations. To see the real 

difference that our financial 

and product donations make is 

extremely rewarding. And on the 

scientific side, it’s incredible to see 

the real medical advancements 

that are being made in the labs 

at cancer hospitals—to see them 

being used on patients and 

improving and extending lives. 

It makes my job 

feel like not a job, 

but rather like a 

service. A human 

service. 

I’m proud of 

carrying on my 

mom’s legacy. 

When she cofounded 

the 

company with 

my stepdad, she 

always wanted 

giving back to 

be central to our 

mission. I feel so 

much satisfaction 

in knowing how 

proud she'd be 

that we are 

carrying out 

her grand 

plan. 

Now, as VP of Global Philanthropy, 

I oversee the company’s work 

with our charitable partners. 

My personal connection to the 

cause makes this role 

a natural fit, and I’m 

so proud of all we 

continue to accomplish. 

Currently, I’m focused 

on evolving our efforts 

beyond the standard 

understanding of what 

it is to be philanthropic, 

with a renewed focus 

on directly funding

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Q. 

A. 

Q. 

A. 

What are you most proud about 

in terms of the evolution of 

RevitaLash Cosmetics and why? 

From the get go, we’ve always 

prided ourselves on being 

innovative. We have stayed 

true to that core value by 

innovating in so many realms, 

from product development to 

our brand positioning to our 

philanthropic efforts. There are a 

lot of companies that say they’re 

philanthropic or that support 

an organization one time, but 

we’ve pledged to be Eternally 

Pink, which means we remain 

dedicated to giving back 365 days 

a year. The word innovation is 

overused in the beauty industry, 

but for RevitaLash Cosmetics, it’s 

a true part of who we are as a 

company – not because we say 

it, but because we’ve proven it 

through action. 

How does the RevitaLash 

Cosmetics heritage story 

continue to influence your 

business path? 

Our founding story is our guiding 

light, and giving back is one of 

our core values. We navigate 

decisions by continually asking, 

“does this initiative incorporate 

the core values of who we are?” If 

it doesn’t fall in line, we don’t do it. 

As a company, we are constantly 

checking ourselves to make sure 

we stay true to who we are. We 

Q. 

A. 

Q. 

A. 

have a small product line for a 

company that’s been around 

nearly 20 years, and that is 

purposeful. We don’t stray from 

what we know – we know what 

we are good at and where our 

expertise lies. Our heritage story 

is part of that, and to continue 

telling our story we need to stay 

true to our identity as a company, 

and the expectations of our 

customers. 

What is part of the legacy 

around philanthropy that your 

mother infused/inspired for you 

specifically? 

When dealing with a chronic 

illness the way my mom did from 

such a young age (32), it becomes 

a part of your identity. In the 25 

years she battled cancer, she was 

able to take a hardship, something 

that negatively impacted her 

health, and turn it into something 

that positively impacted the 

world. She was able to make 

an impact on others. What she 

started—the spirit of giving that 

continues to drive our company 

today—would not have happened 

had her illness not been there. 

What are some of the changes 

RevitaLash Cosmetics have made 

in recently which are particularly 

satisfying? 

We’ve launched natural 

extensions of our core hero 

SKUs, most notably a sensitive 

version of our lash serum, as well 

as a professional-only version, 

exclusively available to aesthetic 

professionals. We listen to our 

customers, which is a huge part 

of why we are successful, and 

continue to service the market 

in a more comprehensive way. 

We haven’t strayed from our 

expertise, and we deliver new 

innovations that are needed and 

deliver the results that have come 

to be expected from us. 

We’ve finetuned our global 

giving program which involves 

our partners around the world 

that align their philanthropic 

mission with ours. It’s a huge 

accomplishment and something 

we’ve been working on for 

years. Our global distribution 

partners in turn partner with 

local breast cancer organizations 

in their region, and we match 

their donation made to that 

organization. We are so excited 

about the response we’ve seen 

so far with a handful of countries 

that have already kicked this off, 

including New Zealand as an early 

adopter – they have mirrored our 

mission from the get-go! 

This year we are so proud to have 

reached the milestone of over 

$9 million USD in monetary and 

product donations, volunteer 

support, and investments 

committed to the fight against 

breast cancer since 2008 and that 

number is growing every day. 

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A family business: 

Dr Michael Brinkenhoff, 

Dariel Sidney and Shane Cohn 

Q. 

A. 

Q. 

A. 

What nuggets of life/business 

advice has someone shared with 

you that has played a role in how 

you approach life/business? 

Life always leads. RevitaLash 

Cosmetics is the prime example 

of this advice. The lives of my 

stepdad and mom were the 

impetus for this business. They 

listened to their instincts, friends, 

and family and saw a need for a 

product that performs like ours. 

Life comes first, and you should 

aim to be satisfied there and 

business will follow. If business 

comes first and you are depriving 

yourself of life, business suffers. 

I try to practice that. Having 3 

young kids under the age of 8, you 

have no choice but to put life first! 

When did you join the RevitaLash 

Cosmetics family business and in 

what role? 

I joined in January of 2008. My 

very first title was International 

Distribution Coordinator, which 

basically entailed me getting a call 

from Dr. B. and asking if I knew 

anything about international 

business. I said I could try to 

learn, and over the next 13 years 

built the international distribution 

business, and sales department, 

for RevitaLash Cosmetics. I 

learned a lot, met so many 

people, asked a lot of questions. 

I was young and female in a 

male-centric business, which 

Q. 

A. 

Q. 

A. 

was surprising about the cosmetics industry. There were a lot of 

awkward situations, and I even had to bring my husband to Japan 

because the men I was meeting with didn’t feel comfortable sitting 

alone with a woman. It’s been an interesting ride, and after I had 

my second child it felt like the right move to find the next leader 

for our international business, which allowed me to move into my 

new role. 

What were some of the earliest and most important business 

lessons you learned? 

You have a voice and it’s okay to use it. Early on, I thought because 

I was young and female that I had to take on a more aggressive 

approach. That didn’t have a great result, and I learned the hard 

way from colleague feedback. Admittedly, it’s taken a while to 

refine my professional approach. It’s a strange thing to be young 

and in a high executive level role, and to feel inferior. In order to 

compensate, I felt like I had to be louder; I felt like I had to know it 

all and have every answer. Looking back, I would tell my younger 

self that it’s okay to ask questions or say, “I don’t know, can you 

teach me?” Now in my current role, I have more breathing room to 

ask those questions, and I am more patient with myself. 

Could you share some background on your work focus pre 

joining RevitaLash Cosmetics? 

I majored in marketing and PR at a communications-focused 

school that was renowned for its journalism and speech 

communication programs. Looking back, that set me up to be 

where I am now. Out of college I worked for an entertainment 

publicist and enjoyed that for many years before joining 


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Q. 

A. 

Q. 

A. 

Q. 

A. 

RevitaLash Cosmetics. I worked in 

fashion and film, entertainment, 

and music and really enjoyed the 

excitement of that world during 

those years. 

Where are you are based now 

and how this influences you? 

I live in Ojai, CA. It’s a small 

community of young families, 

artists, outdoor enthusiasts, and 

immense natural beauty. We’re 

tucked away in the mountains, but 

only 20 minutes from the beach. 

Living here allows me to engage 

in the things I love personally, 

and it’s only a 20-minute drive 

from our office headquartered 

in Ventura, California. Living in 

a town like this promotes and 

encourages that work life balance. 

Has motherhood shaped your 

business approach in any aspect? 

While I was answering these 

questions, I got a call from my 

son’s preschool that he had 

a fever. My approach is being 

flexible, prioritizing, and packing 

it in when you get the chance. 

Making the most of the hours you 

get, and realizing how incredibly 

productive you can be in a short 

amount of time. Motherhood 

has made me truly embrace the 

multitasking approach, for better 

or worse. Joking aside, it makes 

me appreciate the time I do get 

to work. I get to use a different 

part of my brain and be seen as a 

person, and not as a mother. As 

working mothers, we play several 

roles. But I won’t lie, there’s a huge 

learning curve, and after 3 kids I 

feel like I’m finally getting the hang 

of it. 

For you personally, what are 

important ways RevitaLash 

Cosmetics has evolved? 

That’s a great question because 

I remember the early days of 

this business when we were 

doing so much of it on our own. 

I remember printing our own 

brochures. I was one of the first 

models, where we sat in our living 

room and had a photographer 

take pictures of my eyelashes. It 

was so grassroots, but so special 

and really embraced the family 

business essence. To see where 

we are today and the storied 

history of our company’s timeline 

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A. 

Q. 

A. 

through all the ups and downs is 

so interesting – it could literally 

be a docuseries. I am incredibly 

proud of where we are and how 

we got here. The journey has 

made us a strong and cohesive 

group of people and a strong and 

cohesive company. I think that’s 

felt throughout the organization 

and I think people feel proud – not 

just because of our philanthropy 

and our products but because 

we’ve been through thick and thin 

together. We’ve pioneered a new 

category of cosmetics and we had 

to learn along the way, so we’ve 

really evolved in terms of our 

knowledge. Dr. B did not aim to 

start a company until he stumbled 

upon this innovation that filled a 

need for his wife. 

We’re an accidental miracle – so 

many people are so grateful for 

our products, and it was all an 

accident, which is so remarkable. 

That’s something to behold. 

What is next for RevitaLash 

Cosmetics? 

RevitaLash Cosmetics is a brand 

that is always innovating – both 

with products and with itself. With 

the beauty landscape constantly 

changing, we intend to lead the 

charge, just as we always have. 

We have so many exciting things 

coming up in 2025 and beyond as 

we both continue to round out our 

current product assortment, and 

set the tone for the category all 

over again. We are truly excited 

(and that’s all I can share!) 

What new initiatives have been 

launched recently and some 

information on these? 

I am so thrilled that we have 

restarted the Gayle Brinkenhoff 

Breast Cancer Symposium postpandemic. 

This event, which is 

held by our partner City of Hope 

(a renowned cancer treatment 

and research institution in our 

home state of California), brings 

together the most brilliant minds 

in cancer research to discuss their 

ideas, findings, and hopes—all for 

one common goal: to find a cure. 

Post-pandemic, we are traveling 

and it’s rewarding to forge new 

partnerships in person around 

the world. Most recently, we were 

in France to partner with Institut 

Q. 

A. 

Rafaël and Look Good, Feel Better. 

Continuing these partnerships is 

so important. 

We always look to do more each 

and every year, and improve 

upon our efforts from the year 

prior, so we have some exciting 

developments on the horizon. 

What has been a particular 

personal highlight for you in 

2024? 

Prior to having children, I enjoyed 

running as my mental health 

and well-being release. After 

having 3 children, I’m happy to 

find running still there for me 

and I have been really leaning 

into that as part of my worklife 

balance. Running plays an 

important role in centering myself. 

And professionally, it focuses 

me and allows me to maintain 

productivity. Travelling for this job 

is key, and one of the highlights for 

me is running in different places 

around the world. I’ll never forget 

running many miles along the bike 

path on Tamaki Drive in Auckland 

– those runs were amongst my 

favourites. I hope to do that again 

sometime soon! 

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Dariel Sidney, 

Annemarie Mason 

and Lori Jacobus 

The business of RevitaLash is deeply personal not only for 

Dariel Sidney and her family, but also for Annemarie Mason, 

who launched Kiara Cosmetics, the official New Zealand 

distributor of RevitaLash Cosmetics. 

Since 2017, Annemarie and her Kiara team have 

singlehandedly fundraised and supported around breast 

cancer awareness, with a number of special events, as well 

as offering RevitaLash Cosmetics products in more than 500 

locations across New Zealand, including spas, salons and 

retail outlets. 

“Kiara Cosmetics is deeply committed to community support 

and philanthropy,” says Annemarie. 

“Partnering with Look Good Feel Better New Zealand, we 

annually donate RevitaLash Cosmetics to help individuals 

with cancer approach their diagnosis confidently. This charity 

enhances the physical and emotional health of cancer 

patients through its workshops and support. 

“We also collaborate with the Pinc and Steel Cancer 

Rehabilitation Foundation, which offers a variety of 

rehabilitation services, including exercise therapy and 

psychosocial support, to aid the physical and emotional 

recovery of cancer patients.” 

To date Kiara Cosmetics has donated almost 12,500 units of 

RevitaLash Advanced, RevitaLash Advanced Sensitive and 

RevitaBrow Advanced to Look Good Feel Better, and more 

thank $75,000 to Pinc and Steel Cancer Rehabilitation. 

“Our support is highlighted through our Eat Drink Pink 

fundraiser, a key event that raises both awareness and funds 

for cancer-affected individuals, uniting the community in 

support of the foundation's vital work. 

“These initiatives underline our dedication to fostering the 

well-being and recovery of those impacted by cancer.” 

The efforts of Kiara Cosmetics have been widely recognised, 

including receiving the "Excellence in Community 

Contribution" Award at the 2 Degrees Business Awards 

2023 (South & East Category), a testament to the business’s 

impactful community engagement and support, for the work 

with charities it partners with and for breast cancer awareness 

on a wider scale. 

This year Kiara Cosmetics is working on relaunching Eat, Drink 

Pink in 2025 bigger and better than ever, in collaboration with 

Cordis Hotel Auckland (follow @eatdrinkpink for more details). 

Other 2024 fundraising initiatives includes donating to 

Look Good Feel Better New Zealand (for every RevitaLash 

Advanced 2ml + 3.5ml, RevitaBrow Advanced 3ml, RevitaLash 

Advanced Sensitive and RevitaLash Advanced Pro sold during 

October, Kiara Cosmetics will donate a month’s supply to 

Look Good Feel Better New Zealand). 

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SUPPORTING 

AN EMPLOYEE 

WITH 

bre st 

cancer 

Breast cancer affects many New 

Zealanders. Nine women every day are 

diagnosed, so it’s likely that someone in 

your workplace will be diagnosed with 

breast cancer, has had breast cancer in 

the past or is supporting someone with 

breast cancer. The right support from 

an employer or manager can make a 

difference and there are a number of ways 

you can do this while also meeting the 

needs of the workplace. 

We know that many people with 

breast cancer want to continue 

working during treatment and 

to remain connected with their 

workplace and their colleagues. 

It’s important to know that breast 

cancer treatment can be complex, 

affecting employees in different 

ways, sometimes over a long 

period of time. Being a supportive 

employer can help reduce your 

employee’s anxiety and give them 

the confidence to cope with breast 

cancer at work. 

INITIAL SUPPORT 

Communication is key when 

supporting an employee. It’s not 

uncommon to feel surprised or 

unprepared when first hearing the 

news that an employee has cancer. 

The most important thing is to listen 

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and to be open to cues around how best 

to support them. Initial support could 

include: 

❤ An agreement around sick leave or 

time off work. Explore and discuss 

this with your employee what 

workplace support and benefits they 

may be entitled to. You may need to 

check in with HR around this 

❤ An understanding of what your 

employee wants their colleagues 

to know. Discuss what they feel 

comfortable sharing, and what 

they want to remain private 

and confidential. An offer to tell 

colleagues on their behalf can be 

welcome 

❤ A plan to cover urgent or 

imminent work 

❤ Once your employee knows what 

treatment they are having and how 

this will impact on their day-to-day 

work, set up a meeting to discuss 

what ongoing leave is required and 

what support they need to continue 

working 

Most managers will need to take some 

time to prepare. It can be useful to Iearn 

a little about breast cancer and likely 

treatment and any cultural support that 

may be required. You will also want to 

familiarise yourself with your obligations 

as an employer and any relevant 

workplace policies; including sick leave 

and other entitlements. 

ONGOING SUPPORT 

Contacting your employee 

Develop a schedule of times to check 

in, to see how your employee is 

doing. Agree on clear communication 

channels; when do they want you to 

contact them and how? It is often very 

important for employees to remain 

connected to the workplace, so keep 

them up to date with what’s happening 

and any important changes. Encourage 

them to let you know if they are 

struggling and discuss different options 

for support. Offer to set up a meeting 

between your employee and HR if they 

are able to provide additional support. 

SUPPORTING NEW 

WAYS OF WORKING 

Some employees will be clear that 

they can continue working through 

treatment, others will take time 

off or want to discuss flexible work 

arrangements or a gradual return to 

work. There are a number of ways you 

can support this: 

❤ Flexible working arrangements, 

such as reduced hours or working 

from home 

❤ Adjusting workload 

❤ Make simple changes in the office, 

such as providing a carpark or a 

place in the office to rest during a 

break 

❤ Arrange access to the Employee 

Assistance Programme if they 

would like to speak to a counsellor 

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❤ Keep colleagues up to date (if 

agreed upon by the employee). Talk 

to them about breast cancer, likely 

treatment and ways to support • 

Some people with breast cancer will 

be very worried about getting sick 

in the office 

Encourage other employees to maintain 

good, healthy work practices, including 

working from home when they are sick. 

RETURNING TO WORK 

Coming back to the workplace after 

being away for an extended period can 

be daunting and a gradual return to 

work plan may be necessary. Flexibility 

is vital; be aware that the plan may 

need to be reviewed to accommodate 

unforeseen circumstances. Your 

employee will know best what they feel 

able to do and at what stage. 

The impact of a breast cancer diagnosis 

and treatment, even after treatment 

ends, is significant, both psychologically 

and physically. It can take many months 

to recover following treatment for 

breast cancer and for some women 

treatment may be ongoing, with regular 

hospital follow-up. 

Continue to check in with your 

employee to see how they are doing 

and if they need support longterm. 

Many other people will thrive 

following a breast cancer diagnosis and 

treatment, so take your cue from your 

employee. 

LOOKING 

AFTER YOURSELF 

Meeting the health needs of others can 

be challenging. If you need support 

yourself, remember your own manager, 

HR and your Employee Assistance 

Programme can be great sources of 

information and support. 

Breast Cancer Foundation NZ is also a 

good source of information and support 

around breast cancer in the workplace. 

You can visit our website 

breastcancerfoundation.org.nz 

or contact our specialist breast 

nurses on 0800 226 8773 or at 

breastnurse@bcf.org.nz.

Event 

REPORT 

Observations 

from OBSERV 

Conference 

With Margaret Walsh at the helm, 

OBSERV NZ has a strong and ongoing 

commitment to education. As as part of 

this, the bi-annual OBSERV Conference 

is held for OBSERV enthusiasts and 

#skinnerds. 

“Our fifth event, held this August, was a 

SKIN Conference for sure. We travelled 

the OBSERV Road initially but were 

then all transported from 3D Ageing to 

Barrier Disorders, to pigmentation, to 

the creation of New Zealand green and 

marine bio-actives to regenerate that 

epidermis,” shares Margaret. 

The event was a complete sell out 

and the professionalism and quality 

of keynote speakers were delegate 

highlights. This non-product aligned 

Conference was offered to all #skinnerds 

across Australasia. 

“OBSERV NZ is very grateful for the 

support show and a special round 

of applause must go to our talented 

keynote speakers – Dr Catherine Stone, 

Lia Trebilcock and Andrea Taimana,” says 

Margaret. 

We also wish to express our gratitude 

from OBSERV Head Office, for the 

amazing response to our conference 

and thank all of our OBSERV enthusiasts 

for their ongoing business support. 

“Enjoy the fabulous pictures of our 

OBSERV conference room full of 

wonderful, supportive, progressive, 

entrepreneurial women in our skin 

industry.” 

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EMBRACE HOLISTIC WELLNESS 

Remember, detoxifying skin isn’t just 

about what you apply externally— 

holistic wellness plays a crucial role too. 

Incorporate thoughtful beauty products 

and a balanced diet rich in antioxidants 

to nourish your skin from within. 

Hydration, sleep, and regular exercise 

are equally important in supporting your 

skin’s renewal process. 

This spring, give your skin the attention 

it deserves with a comprehensive detox 

routine that cleanses, renews, and 

revives. With the right products and a 

holistic approach, you’ll be ready to face 

the new season with a radiant, glowing 

complexion. 

Houseofcamille.co.nz 


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Natio Colour 

Graceful Gift Set 

The ultimate set for everyday use 

as well as special occasion looks, all 

beautifully presented in a Natio cosmetic 

bag. Includes blending sponge, primer, 

concealer, loose powder, cream stick 

bronzer, clear brow gel, lip colour, 

antioxidant lip shine, and nail colour. 

Natio.com.au 

12 Seasonal Delights 

Limited-edition collections 

and festive gift sets are a 

highlight of this time of year. 

With pre-Christmas beauty 

goodies emerging now in 

salons, spas and online, 

whether you’re shopping 

for yourself or taking care 

of some early Christmas 

shopping, enjoy these 

seasonal delights. 

Dermalogica Limited 

Edition Holiday Collection 

Hotly anticipated every year, Dermalogica never fails to 

disappoint when it comes to amazing value gift sets. This 

season delivers seven new sets of full and travel sizes, with 

tools like gua sha, fan brush and wristbands to set you up for 

spa-like treatments from the comfort of home. (Available from 

late October). Dermalogica.co.nz 

jane iredale Holiday Collection 

Capturing the holiday magic with the perfect blend of skincare 

makeup must-haves, the Everything Nice collection includes Merry 

& Bright (multi-use face palette), Glam & Glow (eye shadow 

stick mini trio) and Sugar & Ice (lip scrub and hydrating 

gloss duo). Janeiredale.co.nz 

Environ Holiday Collection 

Environ’s stunning Holiday Collection includes five 

gift sets, each thoughtfully curated to be a tribute to 

beautiful skin for a lifetime. From luxurious serums to 

revitalising moisturisers and masques, it’s the perfect 

excuse to indulge your loved ones (or yourself) in a 

festive embrace of beauty and wellbeing. Psb.net.nz 

Pure Fiji 

Journey to the 

tropics with lush 

offerings from Pure Fiji. 

This year’s theme Birds of 

Paradise sees an astonishing 

selection of beautifully 

presented hanging ornaments, 

Christmas crackers and 

curated gift sets. Purefiji.com

Beauty 

CIRCA 

Christmas 

There’s an extreme level of joy 

that comes with inhaling the CIRCA 

Christmas offerings. Stunningly presented, 

this season debuts White Fig & Cedar, 

alongside iconic favourites Raspberry & 

Rhubarb and Gingerbread Cookies. New 

limited-edition sets include CIRCA’s 

first-ever Bon Bon. 

Nz.circa.com.au 

DermaFIX 

Essentials Kit 

PAUME 

Christmas Bon Bons 

These cute PAUME Stocking Stuffers 

are the perfect gift for Secret Santa, 

a last-minute stocking addition or a 

treat for anyone who loves to pamper 

themselves. Available in two bundles: All- 

In-One Cuticle Cream + Hand and Nail 

Brush, and Probiotic Hand Balm + 

Overnight Hydration Gloves. 

MYPAUME.NZ 

The ultimate travelsized 

skincare solution for 

maintaining healthy, radiant 

skin wherever you go. This compact kit is 

perfect for slipping into carry-on, ensuring skin 

stays glowing and well-cared for on any journey. 

houseofcamille.co.nz 

Plump & Sleigh 

Christmas Pack 

This gorgeous limited-edition 

set is the perfect crowd pleaser for 

any Christmas setting. Contains a 

full-size Hyaluronic Lip Plumper, 

Collagen Lip Plumper and Limited 

Edition Daily Lip Plumper. 

Boutiquebeautybrands.co.nz 

Le Creuset 

If your beauty stockpile is 

well taken care of, indulge in Le 

Creuset to gift a future heirloom. 

Festive season with this iconic brand 

includes limited edition and signature 

pieces in red Cerise, green 

Artichaut, and pristine White. 

Lecreuset.co.nz 

Mukti Organics Essential Hero Collection 

Perfectly packaged with three award-winning Mukti Organics 

cult favourites: 2-in-1 Resurfacing Exfoliant, Marigold Hydrating 

Crème and Vital C Elixir. Perfect for on-the-go self-care or as the 

ultimate travel skin kit. Housed in a peach pink reusable travel 

bag made from repurposed bamboo fibre. muktiorganics.com 

MCoBeauty Advent Calendar 

At last an affordable Advent Calendar (priced under $70) 

in contrast to some 2023 brand offerings which topped out 

around $1000! Packed with 12 mini-sized products to hype up 

the Christmas countdown. Give one to your bestie, keep it for 

yourself – or both! Mcobeauty.com 

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WELLBEING 

& 

INNOVATION 

THE POWER OF 

GUT CARE 

Gut health and how it affects 

the skin is a hot topic in 

the beauty and wellness 

industry. Advanced Nutrition 

Programme has been 

advocating the “gut care is 

skin care” approach since 

2019 and is dedicated to 

educating, inspiring and 

elevating understanding of 

skin-friendly bacteria. 

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Head of Nutrition at Advanced Nutrition 

Programme Lorraine Perretta has 

amassed more than 30 years as an 

expert nutritionist, travelling the 

globe to support and educate ANP’’s 

international partners and sharing the 

skin health benefits and wellbeing of 

Advanced Nutrition Programme. 

Lorraine joined ANP when it was 

founded in 2006. She has gone on 

to become a global inspiration, and 

works with a team of passionate 

researchers from the fields of medicine, 

aesthetics, pharmacy, and nutrition 

to develop condition specific targeted 

supplements. 

“In 2019, Advanced Nutrition 

Programme research team launched 

their first microbiome product reflecting 

the emerging understanding of the 

gut-skin axis. This established the brand 

as leaders in this field promoting the 

gut care is skin care concept to the 

beauty industry for the clients who were 

seeking better and longer lasting results 

for their skin health,” she says. 

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WELLBEING 

& 

INNOVATION 

Lorraine Perretta 

BeautyNZ finds out more: 

What is the company 

Q. philosophy? 

We believe that eating your 

A. skincare in the form of sciencebacked 

supplements gives you an 

extra dimension to your daily skin 

regime. The best part is that when 

you feed your skin from within, 

you are feeding all your skin cells 

from head to toe and not just 

where you apply your creams and 

moisturisers. An extra bonus is 

that many of these ingredients 

have additional benefits from 

wellbeing and immunity to hair 

and nail health. So don’t just apply 

skincare, eat your skincare. When 

developing our products that 

target various skin conditions, 

Advanced Nutrition Programme 

prioritises ingredients with 

integrity and evidence to support 

their benefits. 

Is there a connection between 

Q. the gut and skin? 

Emerging research into the gut 

A. microbiome has highlighted 

the importance of our digestive 

system. Over the last few years, 

we’ve learnt much more about 

how your gut health impacts 

the health of your skin. When 

your gut is healthy, you digest 

food better, plus you absorb 

important vitamins, minerals and 

all the nutrients the skin needs to 

express health. Think of your gut 

as your inner skin, when you work 

on your ‘inner skin’ it shows on 

the ‘outer skin’. 


has a gut first approach to 

skincare and this is what makes 

us unique. We believe that every 

skincare journey begins with a 

biome. Our recommendation 

when building your inner 

skincare regime comprises a 

microbiome product together 

with an evidenced based targeted 

supplement. We say happy gut - 

healthy skin! 

Do you have more than one 

Q. microbiome product? 


A. is a pioneer in developing 

patented microbiome products 

with skin benefits. We have 

innovated two gut microbiome 

products that play key roles in 

skin health: Skin Youth Biome 

and Skin Clear Biome. 

Researchers in the field of gut 

microbiome agree that diversity 

is key to a healthy gut. We 

recommend taking both our 

biome products. I take one of 

each every day. Alternatively, you 

can alternate taking each one 

every other day. 

Each capsule is housed within 

a protective matrix to ensure 

a guaranteed 5 billion active 

cultures at time of consumption. 

To further preserve ingredient 

integrity, quality, and activity, 

our biome capsules are pristinely 

packed in nitrogen-flushed, 

eco-friendly aluminium pods to 

protect from damaging oxygen 

and light. 

The high tech biome packaging 

means it doesn’t need to be 

refrigerated. So they are easy to 

pop in your bag and take when 

travelling – especially when 

your gut may need additional 

support. And each micro capsule 

is guaranteed to contain 5 

billion viable bacteria at time of 

consumption 

When was Skin Youth Biome 

Q. formulated? 

Our first product, Skin Youth 

A. Biome, was originally 

formulated in 2019 and was the 

first microbiome developed to 

target skin health. Based on the 

latest emerging research we 

improved and reformulated this 

product to include additional 

bacteria strains and is now an 

award winning, patent pending 

combination of 6 bacterial 

strains plus vitamin C. This 

intelligent innovation uses the 

next generation microbiome 

technology to help target the 

seven visible signs of skin ageing. 

If your concerns are fine lines, 

wrinkles, elasticity, uneven 

skin tone, dullness, dryness or 

thinning skin, this one-a-day 

capsule helps deliver youthfullooking, 

radiant and brighter skin. 

Combine this biome with Skin 

Ultimate or Skin Omegas+ for 

transformative results. 

Who should take Skin Clear 

Q. Biome? 

Skin Clear Biome was developed 

A. to support acne and problem 

skin. The four-strain formula is 

patented which means you won’t 

find this clever combination 

anywhere else. The four strains 

including B bifidum, S boulardii, 

L helveticus, and L paracasei are 

synergised with the mineral zinc 

which contributes to normal skin, 

hair and nails. 

These science led actives target 

the root causes of problem skin. 

If you’ve struggled with your skin 

for a long time and it’s constantly 

stressed, you have flare ups, it’s 

red, irritated or angry looking 

then this is the biome product to 

include to get your ‘inner skin’ into 

shape. Skin Clear Biome targets 

acne on the face, chest, back 

and shoulders and is one of our 

most awarded products, including 

marie claire’s skin awards winner, 

validating its effectiveness for 

supporting problem skin. Skin 

Clear Biome is the first step to 

combine with Skin Accumax to 

clarify complexion and support 

skin health. 

For more information, visit 

beautycare.co.nz 


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endota 

world of wellness 

The opportunity to experience the world of endota first hand 

was joyfully received by those who attended the recent endota 

Morning Of Wellness at The Hotel Britomart in Auckland. 

Celebrating endota’s first birthday in 

New Zealand, guests were treated 

to interactive activations by endota 

therapists, including facials, skin 

analysis, mini relaxation massages, 

sound bowl healing, breathwork 

sessions, a sensory journey with the 

endota aromatherapy range and the 

chance to meet founding CEO Melanie 

Gleeson. 

With the acquisition of New Zealand’s 

largest day spa group, Forme Spa 

(in June 2022), endota now has nine 

locations across New Zealand including 

Albany, Takapuna, Mt Eden, Parnell, 

Ponsonby, Wellington, Christchurch, 

Queenstown and Hamilton. 

Expanding into the New Zealand market 

was a natural evolution of endota’s 

founding vision, to help more people 

feel better, and to reinforce its position 

as an industry leader and as a globally 

loved wellness brand. 

Bringing more than 24 years of 

experience in the wellness industry 

to the New Zealand market, endota 

develops COSMOS certified and resultsbased 

skincare and provides both 

high-performance and rejuvenating 

treatments in spa. 

“At endota we believe the experience of 

wellbeing is our natural state. Wellness 

should be seen as a necessity and not 

a luxury,” says endota founder Melanie 

Gleeson. 

“By offering a diverse range of wellness 

experiences, endota supports your 

journey towards a greater sense of 

wellbeing — to help nourish and nurture 

your mind, body and skin.” 

The first birthday celebrations also 

coincided with celebrating the 

partnership between endota and 

Boutique Beauty Brands. This was 

formed in June 2024 with Boutique 

Beauty Brands onboarded to support 

the introduction of endota to selected 

spas and salons in New Zealand who 

are looking to expand their wellness 

offerings by partnering with an award 

winning company which is truly a leader 

in its field. 

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RESTORE YOUR SKIN 

UPCOMING TRAINING DATES 

October 14: Dermaplaning 

November 18: Dermaplaning 

October 21: Microneedling 

November 25: Microneedling 

November 11: Tuel Skincare 

Product Knowledge & Skin Analysis 

November 12: Tuel Skincare Advanced 

Skin Treatments, Hands On 

November 11 & 12: Tuel Skincare 

2-Day Stockist Training (both day 1&2) 

Cosmetologists offer intimate, hands-on classes with fully 

qualified, accredited beauty therapists who have spent years in 

the industry. Post-graduate training across today’s in-demand 

treatments including Dermaplaning, Dermal Needling, Body 

Waxing, Spray Tanning and Skincare. 

A revolutionary mask 

that contains more than 

70% moisture. 

Specifically designed to 

provide comfort and 

recovery after spa 

services, including laser 

treatments, chemical 

peels, and microneedling, 

among others. 

Keep up to date with training dates at 

cosmetologists.co.nz/training/ or to book phone: (09) 238 0011 

Available at www.rareskin.co.nz 

or email admin@rareskin.co.nz

Brand PROFILE 

TiZO Skin 

Evolving the Fight 

Against Photodamage 

TiZO Skincare is best known for the 

gold-standard aesthetics and efficacy of 

its mineral sunscreens and skincare. 

The guiding principles of TiZO’s 

approach to skin health - fighting 

premature ageing and photodamage 

- reflect the unique perspective of the 

founder and leader, plastic surgeon Dr. 

Harry Fallick. 

Dr. Fallick’s perspective, along with 

the company’s product portfolio and 

educational messages, incorporates 

both the foundation of science and 

the importance of aesthetic elegance 

in both TiZO mineral sunscreens and 

Photoceutical® antioxidant skincare. 

TiZO has evolved since the company 

was founded in 1989, as both the 

science and knowledge of UV 

protection and repair have grown 

dramatically. However, one thing 

that has never changed is Dr. Fallick’s 

commitment to bringing customers the 

best possible products for long-term 

skin health and aesthetic benefits, a 

commitment that continues to guide 

the company today as TiZO delivers a 

comprehensive approach to defending 

against photodamage. 

A BASIS IN MEDICINE 

As a plastic surgeon in the 1990s, Dr. 

Fallick saw the increase in procedures 

such as lasers that can compromise skin, 

motivating him to create appropriate sun 

protection for those patients. 

“Compromised skin clearly needs 

sun protection,” he emphasizes, “but 

you don’t want to put 

chemical absorbers on it and 

create another problem. Mineral 

sunscreens lay on top of the skin and 

don’t penetrate.” 

Early on, Dr. Fallick and his original 

partner, a pharmaceutical chemist, 

targeted the specialty market for highly 

photosensitive patients such as people 

on immunosuppressants or other 

drugs that lead to photosensitivity. 

The company’s first products were 

branded TOTAL BLOCK, SPF 60 and SPF 

65. Marketing in those early years was 

designed to generate recommendations 

from rheumatologists and oncologists, 

whose patients truly need broad 

spectrum protection. 

MINERALS WITHOUT 

COMPROMISE 

Dr. Fallick and his team have become 

experts at mineral sunscreens and 

how to formulate them to maximise 

elegance, resulting in sunscreens that 

customers want to wear daily. 

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Brand 

PROFILE 

The TiZO brand was first introduced 

in 2007 as Solar Protection Formula 

TiZO3 with the ‘3” indicating the three 

mineral ingredients Titanium Dioxide, 

Zinc Oxide, and Iron Oxide, and the 

combination of high efficacy, gentleness, 

and extraordinary elegance quickly 

made TiZO a favorite of estheticians 

worldwide. This hero product, now just 

TiZO3, still sets the standard in mineral 

sunscreens and leads a full lineup 

designed to meet the photoprotection 

needs of clients with a full range of skin 

types, needs and tones. 

FROM PHOTODAMAGE 

DEFENSE TO REPAIR 

As the science behind UV light and 

photodamage grew, Dr. Fallick sought to 

bring a more comprehensive approach 

to skin protection and repair to the 

professional skin care market and clients. 

Even the most dedicated sunscreen user 

will not get 100% UV protection, and the 

effects of prior exposure, incomplete 

sunscreen application, and casual 

exposure all take a toll on the skin. 

Recognizing that skin health is a 24/7 

proposition, Dr. Fallick and his team 

created TiZO Photoceutical® Skincare in 

2013, bringing together key ingredients 

and formulas specifically designed to 

repair and defend the skin against further 

photodamage. Antioxidants like Vitamin 

C, Vitamin E, Ferulic Acid and Green Tea 

Extract, are a second form of defense 

against photoaging, helping to replenish 

the skin’s natural antioxidant supply. 

Reparative ingredients like retinol, 

peptides, bakuchiol – as well as Vitamin 

C – work throughout night and during 

the day to help rejuvenate the skin. 

The first Photoceutical® products used 

an innovative time-released system to 

deliver effective results without irritation. 

LOOKING TO THE FUTURE 

Looking ahead, TiZO’s growth plans 

include revolutionary new products to 

meet evolving consumer needs and 

priorities. 

TiZO is proudly a professional only 

brand and has recently partnered with 

Boutique Beauty Brands to support the 

New Zealand market and continue to 

champion the message of sun safety. 

Amanda Basher, Founder of Boutique 

Beauty Brands commented on the 

partnership saying “finding a sunscreen 

that ticks all the boxes; mineral based, 

broad spectrum protection, free radical 

protection, high SPF factor, water 

resistant, you name it, can be a difficult 

task. Finding a sunscreen that meets 

all these key points while also wearing 

beautifully on your skin, now that's a 

game changer!” 

For further information and to 

experience TiZO first hand, 

contact Boutique Beauty Brands on 

support@boutiquebeautybrands.co.nz 

or by visiting the website 

www.boutiquebeautybrands.co.nz 


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Skincare 

PROFILE 

THE POWER OF 

‘SIMPLE, NOT BASIC’ 

Maria Enna-Cocciolone is well used to setting her own goals and standards. 

The iconic Australian skincare founder (and aesthetician) has a lifelong passion 

for the industry, and chief amongst her accolades is her achievement of having 

created three successful professional skincare brands. 

Renowned in the industry for her 

creation of the Cosmedical category 

(cosmedics with a ‘d’), Maria’s 

dedication is to providing medical 

strength skincare solutions, with the 

ability to transform skin through proper 

health management. 

In an era where new skincare brands pop 

up almost weekly on platforms such as 

TikTok, Maria’s expertise, knowledge 

and single-minded focus is a world away 

from any ‘quick fix’ promises. 

Having created and launched O 

COSMEDICS in 2009 (which went on 

to become Australia’s number one 

cosmedical skincare brand), followed 

by the thought-provoking GINGER&ME 

brand, which introduced a mindfulness 

category into the beauty world, Maria’s 

trifecta moment is complete with 

the launch of INSKIN.CO, a collection 

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designed to provide accessible, 

evidence-based solutions with a 

targeted skin science approach. The 

competitive price point (all products 

are between $69-$79) is also a major 

drawcard for beauty and spa businesses. 

In this age of over-consumption and 

excess, there’s a reassurance about 

INSKIN.CO’s focus on clean beauty, 

meticulously selecting only the purest 

and most effective ingredients with 

skin health in mind. Backed by scientific 

research and clinical studies to validate 

the effectiveness of its products, the 

brand delivers a welcome understanding 

of a simplified beauty routine, without 

compromising on results. 

Created especially for the professional 

skincare industry, INSKIN.CO puts 

Cosmedical skincare in the hands of 

people of all ages and all budgets. Each 

product in the collection utilises clinically 

proven botanical actives that work on 

the cause of the skin condition. 

Working synergistically to support 

multiple concerns whilst always 

supporting the skin barrier and its 

microbiome, a little product goes a long 

way, and products can be layered for a 

multifaceted approach to skin health. 

“My goal is to give professional skin 

clinics a buffet of active ingredients that 

are clinically proven and will cover every 

patient’s budget and skin needs,” says 

Maria. 

“INSKIN.CO is to give beauty salons and 

spas an offer for those who are having 

treatments and not buying homecare, 

or who might not have visited in a while 

(may be buying from department stores, 

pharmacy, etc). It means not a single 

customer will leave without purchasing 

from you and fills a gap in the market.” 

Probeauty is the official New Zealand 

distributor of INSKIN.CO, and the 

core values of this exciting brand align 

seamlessly with Probeauty’s ongoing 

commitment to direct consumers to 

skincare professionals for glowing results. 

Probeauty has a long legacy of 

handpicking the best global brands to 

deliver unparalleled skincare solutions, 

so partnering with INSKIN.CO, a 

masstige, cosmedical brand from the 

house of INSKIN COSMEDICS and the 

mind of Maria Enna-Cocciolone makes 

perfect sense. 

Using clinical botanical actives in 

their functional doses to support a 

wider range of skin goals, the INSKIN. 

CO collection includes cleansers 

and exfoliants, corrective serums, 

moisturisers, daily sheet masks and “not 

so basic’ skin kits. 

The INSKIN.CO range is also designed 

with sustainability in mind, choosing 

recyclable packaging to reduce 

environmental impact and promote 

eco-conscious practices throughout the 

skincare journey. 

Each formulation is crafted to deliver 

tangible results, embodying the brands 

mantra: Simple, but not basic. 

It’s a mantra which also applies to Maria’s 

dedication to creating aspirational 

brands which deliver results but without 

overwhelming the beauty professionals 

who use them, or the consumers who 

enjoy them. 

Learn more at probeauty.co.nz 

INSKIN.CO IS FOR ALL AGES, ALL SKINS AND 

ALL BACKGROUNDS PARTICULARLY THE 

FOLLOWING CUSTOMERS: 

• Customers not using Professional 

Cosmedical skincare 

• Customers not using skincare 

• First timers to skincare 

• Customers looking for an 

effective natural alternative 

• Young skins showing imbalances 

• Customers not buying from clinics 

• For Cosmedical skincare users to 

buy for their partners, children, 

family or friends 

• Customers who are price conscious 

and price sensitive 


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Expert 

ADVICE 

THE PROBLEM 

WITH RETINOLS! 

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Much of the professional skincare 

world believe that retinol is an essential 

ingredient in an anti-aging skincare 

routine. Many also believe that because 

*retinols (in all of its forms) are capable 

of becoming retinoic acid by conversion, 

they are therefore increasing collagen/ 

elastin in the skin. This is not true. 

Our bodies have to be incredibly efficient 

to manage the trillions of chemical 

activities that go on every second. 

They do not store 5+ different types of 

retinol in the skin to just have backup for 

collagen manufacturing. 

Instead, each form in the retinol family 

has its own purpose. We do not even 

know what all the purposes for these 

retinols are yet. However, we do know, 

through research, that *retinaldehyde 

is exclusively used on demand to 

make retinoic acid and retinoic acid is 

exclusively used to activate the fibroblast. 

We also know that when compared to 

retinoic acid, extracellular retinaldehyde 

stimulates the same amount of collagen 

which is something no other form of 

retinol has achieved. 

RETINAL PROBLEMS 

AND CHALLENGES 

The problem with most retinols is 

that they not only are not an efficient 

stimulator of collagen, but they cause 

harm to the skin as well. For example, 

retinoic acid itself, well known as an 

irritant and toxic to the skin barrier, also 

has been found to cause the papillary 

dermis to thin by 18% after one year’s 

use. This proves it is not meant to be 

used topically as it is a ‘specialty tool’ 

used by the skin with very specific 

timing on when it is made that only the 

brilliant skin knows. 

Other retinols are well known to cause 

exfoliation and irritation to the skin. Even 

if used at night, all members of the retinol 

family will still be present in the skin for 

at least 24 hours making them likely to 

become oxidized by the sun creating even 

more damage. 


*Retinaldehyde is the least likely to 

cause harm (according to research) 

of all the retinols but especially when 

stabilized and liposome delivered. 

When you combine the harm (which 

promotes aging) the other retinols cause 

to the epidermis with their inability to 

stimulate an increase in dermal collagen, 

it becomes clear that they are not a good 

tool in the fight against aging skin. 

Not all *retinaldehydes are the same. 

It is a scientific fact that un-stabilized 

*retinaldehyde falls apart within 24 hours 

at room temperature. Any formula that 

uses it without stabilization does not 

have any positive effects from it. 

The other challenge with retinols is they 

do not have a high penetration rate into 

By 

Dr Ben Johnson 

Dr. Ben Johnson started his career 

in 1997 when he opened one of the 

first medi-spa chains with locations 

all around the U.S. He then founded 

and formulated his first skin care line, 

Cosmedix, with a strategy that was 

unique at the time - creating medical 

strength results using all-natural 

and chirally correct ingredients. Dr. 

Johnson has since developed Osmosis 

Beauty with the goal of changing 

the direction of skin care away from 

excessive exfoliation and renewing the 

focus of dermal remodelling, barrier 

and DNA repair, and detoxification. 

the skin. This is a challenge because 

collagen activation happens all the way 

in the dermis. Pharmaceutical, liposomal 

delivery is the most effective way to get 

as much as 600% more *retinaldehyde to 

the fibroblasts. 

Lastly, *retinaldehyde works much 

better when there are more fibroblasts 

present. Partnering it with *asiaticoside 

makes so much sense because it is 

shown to increase fibroblast recruitment 

by 67%. The other way to increase 

fibroblasts is to increase circulation and 

new blood vessels. 

Adding *chlorella and *niacinamide 

creates both short term and long term 

advantages in a Vitamin A serum by 

stimulating new blood vessels and 

vasodilating your skin’s existing blood 

vessels to feed fibroblast manufacturing. 

The right retinol and the right 

combination of supporting ingredients 

can trigger permanent skin rejuvenation. 

DEFINITIONS 

*Retinal (Retinaldehyde) - Vitamin A that 

works with the skin to promote cellular 

turnover and helps reduce multiple 

signs of aging without causing irritation 

or sun sensitivity. Clinically proven to 

outperform retinoic acid in long-term 

collagen production. 

*Asiaticoside - Plant extract that acts as 

an anti-inflammatory agent; protects 

collagen from degradation and stimulates 

fibroblasts resulting in the regeneration 

of the dermis. 

*Niacinamide (Vitamin B3) - Increases 

the food supply to the skin to help 

effectively stimulate circulation; lipid 

synthesis, provides antioxidant and 

anti-inflammatory properties, improves 

epidermal barrier function, increases 

collagen, and elastin production with 

antibacterial benefits and inhibits skin 

pigmentation. 

*Chlorella Vulgaris Extract - Protects and 

stimulates collagen and elastin; provides 

antioxidant support.

Industry NEWS 

CLINIC42 

LAUNCHES 

PROFHILO 

STRUCTURA 

Marking a groundbreaking 

addition to the noninvasive 

cosmetic medicine 

landscape, Clinic42 has 

launched Profhilo Structura 

in New Zealand. 

IN NZ 

New Zealand becomes the fourth 

country globally to offer this 

revolutionary fat regenerative 

treatment, which made its debut at the 

NZSCM Conference in Queenstown and 

had its premiere event in Auckland. 

Dr. Ellen Selkon of Clinic42 became the 

first practitioner in the country to inject 

this cutting-edge product and is excited 

to be the first registered Clinic in New 

Zealand to offer it to clients. 

“Structura is a game-changer in noninvasive 

cosmetic treatments,” says Dr 

Ellen Selkon. “It is incredibly unique and 

is the only product on the market that 

reverses the ageing of the fat cells in 

the face. 

“It’s a fat regenerative solution that 

restores and strengthens old fat cells, 

leading to a natural lift and rejuvenation 

of the midface. It offers patients the 

opportunity not to radically change their 

appearance; but to improve their look, 

correcting small defects and have a 

fresher overall appearance. 

“While it’s not a replacement for fillers, 

it can significantly reduce the need 

for them, offering a more natural 

enhancement without the risk of 

‘widening’ the face,” says Dr. Selkon. 

Profhilo Structura is designed to address 

two key types of age-related facial 

changes: Sinkers and Saggers. Sinkers, 

characterised by a sunken or hollowed 

appearance due to thinning skin and fat 

tissue, and Saggers, who experience 

facial laxity and heaviness, can both 

benefit from this innovative treatment. 

Structura’s targeted approach ensures 

that each patient receives customised 

care to enhance their unique facial 

characteristics. 

Unlike traditional fillers, Structura does 

not simply add volume; it rejuvenates 

and regenerates ageing fat cells to 

restore natural contours and midface 

volume without the risk of overvolumisation. 

The superficial fat cells are 

responsible for a lot of contour changes 

we see on the face as we age, and by 

reversing this process you create lift and 

a rejuvenated look. 

“It works on a cellular level enhancing 

collagen, elastin and restored fat cells 

to enhance the superficial fat layer in 

the face,” says Dr. Selkon. 

This unique treatment works 

synergistically with Profhilo, which 

promotes production of collagen and 

elastin in the superficial skin layers 

enhancing the glow and vitality of the 

skin. Structura’s ability to regenerate 

the fat layer responsible for visible signs 

of midface ageing sets it apart, offering 

a truly innovative approach to facial 

rejuvenation. 

Structura follows the same treatment 

protocol as Profhilo: two initial 

sessions with a 30-day interval, 

followed by maintenance treatments 

every 4-6 months. Each session lasts 

approximately 30 minutes. 

For more information, visit clinic42.co.nz 


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Skin SOLUTIONS Acne is a common 

but frustrating skin 

condition that occurs 

when hair follicles 

become clogged with 

oil and dead skin cells, 

leading to breakouts. Not 

all acne is created equal 

and this is where the 

benefit of professional 

expertise ensures the 

correct treatment for 

individual requirements. 

Acne awareness 

Acne begins in the pilosebaceous unit of 

the skin. This unit includes the hair follicle, 

the hair shaft, and the sebaceous gland 

(which produces an oily/waxy substance 

called sebum). Sebum is released to 

protect the skin but is sometimes 

overproduced, causing a build-up that 

causes blemishes. The characteristic lesion 

or bump is called a comedone (blackheads 

and whiteheads). 

However, not all blemishes present the 

same. There are several types of lesions 

on a sliding scale of severity from Grade I – 

open/closed comedones (blackheads and 

whiteheads)/very little visible inflammation 

to Grade IV – numerous comedones, 

papules, pustules, nodules, and cysts with 

severe inflammation. Excess inflammation 

in the skin contributes to the characteristic 

red bumps, irritation, and even discomfort 

associated with blemishes and treatment 

protocol varies depending on the severity of 

the skin condition 

When it comes to helping educate around 

the topic, iS Clinical National Training Manager 

Joanna Karpinski shares some insights. 

Q. 

A. 

What are the key benefits of 

antioxidants and botanicals as 

skincare ingredients? 

When it comes to blemishes, 

antioxidants and botanicals are 

incredibly beneficial skincare 

ingredients. Antioxidants help reduce 

free radical damage and provide 

anti-blemish benefits while botanical 

ingredients have anti-inflammatory 

properties and/or antibacterial that 

also help minimise the appearance 

of blemishes. iS Clinical products are 

packed with potent antioxidants and 

feature scientific formulations that are 

designed around key botanicals. 

The unparalled purity, quality and 

potency of iS Clinical’s carefully 

selected antioxidant-rich botanical 

ingredients help minimise the oxidative 

stress inflammatory cascade. 

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Skin SOLUTIONS 

iS Clinical National Training 

Manager Joanna Karpinski 

Q. 

A. 

Q. 

What 2024 information around 

acne prevention/treatment is 

important to know? 

Addressing the inflammation first 

is absolutely crucial. An impaired 

skin barrier is often the reason for 

bacterial infiltration and spread, 

which is why we need to protect the 

skin barrier from damage. No harsh 

chemicals and protective barrier 

‘stripping’ agents should be used 

regularly to avoid over processing. 

Acneic skin makes thick and waxy 

sebum from the sebaceous gland. 

Acneic skin is often not making 

enough of the right barrier lipids 

which consequently leads to 

dehydration. 

What top lifestyle advice would you 

offer to help with acne prone skin? 

A. 1. Dehydration (water content 

within the skin) is often a cause 

for poor wound healing. 

Q. 

A. 

2. Moisturisation is an essential 

barrier lipids supplementation. 

Providing both moisture 

and hydration will lead to 

optimised barrier health and 

no inflammation. Do not 

expose acneic skin to excessive 

sun exposure as it causes 

inflammation. 

3. Remember: you cannot heal in 

the environment that made you 

sick. Strive for a healthy balance. 

How important is it to be informed 

around different types of skin 

blemishes and why? 

It is important to understand the 

inflammatory stages/classification 

of acne, in order to seek professional 

help. A multitude of clinical options 

can be offered by your clinician for 

early prevention and intervention in 

the treatment of acne, (both at-home 

and in-clinic). Don’t wait to seek help. 

Q. 

Prevention from acne pathogenesis, 

ending with Grade IV (severe nodular 

and cystic acne stage), which is 

the final stage of immunological 

response to inflammation is very 

difficult to treat. 

Remember that P.acne is quite 

sophisticated and creates 

microbiomes to stay protected, 

building resistance within the colony. 

Understanding acne as multifactorial 

skin condition, will help with its 

management. 

What are iS Clinical’s Top Trio for 

Blemish-Prone Skin? 

A. 1. Warming Honey Cleanser: 

a rich, luxurious treatment 

cleanser formulated with the 

purest raw honey, royal jelly, 

and propolis to effectively 

cleanse and gently exfoliate 

the skin. It leaves skin ultrahydrated 

and moisturised 

while helping to refine and 

balance problematic skin 

types. Formulated with Papaya 

Enzymes and Green Tea 

Extracts to further encourage 

exfoliation and nourish the 

complexion. 

2. Active Serum: a fast-acting, 

long-term results-oriented 

formula that helps reduce the 

appearance of fine lines and 

wrinkles, visibly evens skin tone, 

and is excellent for blemishprone 

skin. Suitable for all skin 

types and all ages, this powerful 

botanical serum containing 

White Willow Bark Extract and 

Bilberry Extract, leaves skin 

feeling intensely hydrated 

and smooth. The cool tingling 

sensation experienced upon 

application is indicative of potent 

active ingredients at work. 

3. Hydra-Cool Serum: a 

refreshing, powerful, 

penetrating serum that 

combines superior antioxidants 

with essential botanicals and 

bio-nutrients. It rejuvenates, 

intensely hydrates and visibly 

soothes the complexion and 

is ideal for sensitive, blemishprone 

and irritated skin. 

isclinical.co.nz 

@isclinical_anz 

iS Clinical is distributed by 

High Tech Medical 


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Brand 

PROFILE 

Prologic 

Skincare 

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Determination and a constant drive to 

excel form just part of the force behind 

Rachel Robertson, and the successful 

growth of her business Prologic 

Skincare. 

The mother of three has a long history 

in the beauty therapy industry. However, 

a focus around continual education saw 

her complete her post graduate training 

in cosmetic chemistry. This culminated 

into further research into corneobiology, 

the science behind her Prologic Skincare 

range. 

EARLY DAYS 

Beginning her career as a hands on skin 

therapist, Rachel has travelled the world 

gaining experience and knowledge 

to help build her brand. During this 

time she has been awarded numerous 

accolades including NZ Therapist of the 

Year and Runner Up NZ Clinic of the 


Year for her business, 

Skin Therapy. 

Rachel’s passion 

for the industry 

has been evident 

throughout her career, 

initially joining the 

Executive Committee 

of the New Zealand 

Association of Registered 

Beauty Professional’s and 

eventually taking up the role of 

Vice- President. Her expertise has been 

documented in industry magazines, 

consumer magazines and at various 

symposiums across New Zealand. 

PROLOGIC SKINCARE 

Prologic has a strong connection to 

corneobiology and corneotherapy, and 

Rachel’s knowledge in this has seen 

her appointed to the Education Board 

for the International Association of 

Corneotherapy. 

This was something of a natural 

progression as Rachel has been 

advocating the benefits of corneotherapy 

throughout her time as a skin therapist, 

whilst also developing the skills required 

to create Prologic Skincare.

Brand 

PROFILE 

BeautyNZ finds out more: 

Q. What does your business do? 

A. 

We specialise in a unique corneotherapeutic 

range of skincare products; corneotherapy is an 

approach focused on preserving and repairing the skin's 

outermost layer to enhance the skin's natural protective 

barrier and overall health. Utilising ingredients that 

imitate the processes found in young, healthy skin, 

we ensure our formulations deliver optimal results. 

Our natural, skin-identical ingredients are specifically 

chosen to preserve the epidermis and strengthen 

the skin's barrier defence system, leading to strong, 

healthy, and youthful skin. 

Our business model is solely based on B2B 

relationships, supplying our professional-grade, veganfriendly 

and natural products exclusively to qualified 

and experienced skin therapists across New Zealand, 

Australia, and the UK. Also, integral to our ethos is a 

deep commitment to cruelty-free practices, ensuring 

our entire process, from ingredient sourcing and 

production to final use, adheres to the highest ethical 

standards, safeguarding animal welfare. 

Q. What’s your unique selling point? 

A. Prologic's unique selling point lies in our pioneering role 

within the corneotherapeutic skincare realm, where we 

stand as one of only a few brands worldwide capable 

of formulating products based on this advanced 

approach. The complexity of corneotherapy makes our 

achievement particularly significant, underscoring our 

expertise and commitment to innovation. Moreover, 

our status as one of the few professional skincare 

brands from New Zealand, coupled with our distinction 

of being 100% NZ-made and owned, sets us apart in 

the industry. Our entire operation, from formulation to 

production, is anchored in New Zealand, ensuring the 

utmost quality and integrity of every product. 

Could you give an overview of your approach to 

Q. skincare? 

A. 

Our approach to skincare prioritizes not only the 

efficacy of our products but also their harmony with 

the skin and the environment. By formulating products 

that enhance the skin's natural functions without 

causing stress, Prologic champions a sustainable 

skincare regimen that respects both the individual 

and the planet. This commitment to ethical practices, 

combined with our innovative edge and communityfocused 

values, propels Prologic as a leader in the 

skincare industry, offering a product line that is as 

effective as it is conscientious. 

What’s your biggest achievement over the last 12 

Q. months? 

A. 

Our successful expansion into the Australian and UK 

markets, a milestone that marks a pivotal moment in 

our journey as a B2B enterprise. This expansion was 

akin to establishing two new ventures: our launch in 

Australia was spearheaded by a partnership with Lia 

Trebilcock, a well-respected educator in the industry, 

ensuring our values were aligned. We also launched into 

the UK, facilitated by distributors with a rich blend of 

industry education leadership and hands-on experience. 

Q. What’s the next big goal for your business? 

A. 

Launching into the US market, a venture we are actively 

preparing for by navigating FDA and new registration 

processes. As a Maori owned enterprise we have 

applied for a growth grant with Ngai Tahu, we intend 

to use this for innovation, by purchasing two new and 

innovative ingredients. This will allow us to formulate 

two world first products. 

Prologic has also started a mentorship program with 

the head of Estee Lauder NZ, enabling us to draw from 

their international experience, teamed with meetings 

with Sarah Wickens (founder Trilogy Skin Care), to help 

us navigate globally as a New Zealand brand. 

Prologicskincare.co.nz 


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Business PROFILE 

A PERFECT 

PAIRING 

Biome Perfecting Oil is 

the creation of Rebecca 

Spencer, a self-confessed 

beauty geek and advanced 

skin specialist who has 

spent years as an educator 

and clinic owner addressing 

the care and repair of even 

the most troublesome skins 

– including her own. 

“Born of my own struggles with my 

skin, I developed an intense passion 

for skincare as a teenager and saw 

how the right product can change 

skin’s behaviour forever,” says Rebecca, 

“although options back then were 

limited and frustrating.” 

Her fascination with effective topical 

solutions continued to grow over the 

years, with many wonderful roles in the 

beauty industry giving the passionate 

aesthetician an insight into what works – 

and what doesn’t. 

“As a skin expert with vast and varied 

experience, I learnt what is needed to 

create healthy skin, and had a good idea 

of what people were looking for when it 

came to skincare.” 

Rebecca had always wanted to create 

a true ‘super-product’ that gave people 

the skin of their dreams, so enrolled 

in a small business course and started 

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obsessively researching skincare 

ingredients. 

“I already knew the kind of product 

I wanted to make, but this product 

needed to be perfect. In my role as a 

skin expert, I often get asked, ‘If there 

were one product I could use that would 

make a real difference to my skin, what 

would it be?’ This quickly became the 

whole premise of Biome Perfecting Oil.” 

The journey officially began and six 

years of research and refinement later, 

Rebecca has a skincare product she 

is truly proud of. The combination of 

her own clinic, Biome Skin and Beauty 

(in Titirangi, Auckland) and her own 

product, Biome Perfecting Oil, is the 

perfect pairing. 

“Biome Perfecting Oil allows people 

to wake up with their dream skin, 

eliminating the need for complicated 

routines. In addition, the luxurious, clean 

cosmeceutical formula quickly improves 

several common skin concerns, making 

it the ultimate multi-tasker for so many 

skin ages and stages.” 

Crafted to deliver real results and create 

positive changes in skin quickly, and 

without irritation, toxic ingredients and 

fuss, Biome Perfecting Oil is a skincare 

lover’s dream come to fruition. 

Luxurious and lightweight, it is easily 

absorbed into skin and suitable for all 

skin types. Made is New Zealand, this 

clean cosmeceutical contains a base 

of carefully chosen organic oils such as 

Argan, Chia seed, Rosehip and Jojoba, 

which act like superfoods for the skin. 

These skin-loving oils fortify the skin 

barrier, hydrate, and give reparative 

antioxidant protection. 

However, the real game-changing 

ingredient in this high-performance 

formula is Granactive Retinoid, which 

gives skin all the benefits of traditional 

Retinol while being much gentler and 

delivering even faster results. 

“Crafted to deliver real results and create 

positive changes in your skin quickly, 

and without irritation, toxic ingredients 

and fuss, Biome Perfecting Oil is a 

literally my dream come true.” 

Biomeskin.co.nz 

WHY 

GRANACTIVE 

RETINOID? 

Granactive retinoid, or hydroxypinacolone 

retinoate, is a synthetic retinoic acid 

ester. This active compound is a derivative 

of Vitamin A - one of the most studied 

ingredients for preventing and reversing 

the signs of aging and photo-damage 

in skin. Compared to other retinol 

derivatives, this is one of the most 

biologically available and provides a high 

dermal delivery with minimal incidence of 

redness, peeling, or irritation. 


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Innovation 

REDEFINING SKIN 

REJUVENATION 

Technology, innovation and AI come together to offer two exciting new 

cutting-edge treatments available at The Face Place: Exion and Emsella. 

The Face Place founder Dr Cat Stone 

is a pioneer in the area of cosmetic 

medicine, so it’s no surprise that she 

is amongst the first to bring in these 

technologies from market leader BTL 

Industries (the creators of breakthrough 

facial treatment EMFACE). 

Exion and Emsella, are two innovative 

therapies that are set to revolutionise 

the way skincare and wellness are 

approached, offering unparalleled results 

and enhanced wellbeing, with little or no 

downtime. 

Exion represents the emerging future of 

new treatment trends: RF Needling using 

AI technology. 

A multi-platform medical device used in 

aesthetic and dermatological treatments, 

Exion employs advanced AI technology, 

often combining radiofrequency (RF) 

energy with microneedling, to deliver 

remarkable skin rejuvenation. 

“Exion RF Needling stands out from other 

RF needling devices by incorporating 

advanced AI technology which precisely 

controls the delivery of radio frequency 

energy,” says Dr Cat Stone. 

“This technology also allows the Exion 

RF Needling to reach depths of up to 

8mm without fully inserting the needling, 

which is deeper than most devices, 

leading to more significant improvements 

in skin texture, collagen and elastin 

production, and overall rejuvenation.” 

AI in Exion treatment enhances skin 

care by creating personalised treatment 

plans based on individual skin types and 

conditions. It continuously monitors 

the skin's response, making real-time 

adjustments to ensure optimal results 

while minimising discomfort. 

By collecting and analyzing data from 

each session, AI fine-tunes future 

treatments and provides insights into 

effectiveness. It enhances precision by 

targeting energy delivery exactly where 

needed and monitors patient responses 

over multiple sessions to achieve 

sustained improvements. 

This non-invasive procedure targets 

various skin concerns, including fine lines, 

wrinkles, acne scars, and uneven skin 

tone. By stimulating collagen production 

and promoting skin tightening, Exion 

provides a smoother, more youthful 

complexion with minimal downtime. 

“Exion’s ability to deliver visible results 

with little to no downtime makes it an 

ideal choice for busy clientele,” says Dr 

Stone. 

“Exion’s AI-driven system continuously 

monitors the skin’s response in real-time, 

adjusting the energy delivery to maximise 

results and minimise side effects. This 

smart technology enhances the efficiency 

of the treatment, often requiring fewer 

sessions to achieve desired outcomes, 

and makes the procedure suitable for all 

skin types, including delicate areas like 

the face and neck.” 

Also new at The Face Place is Emsella, a 

groundbreaking non-invasive treatment 

designed to revolutionise pelvic floor 

health for both men and women. Using 

high-intensity focused electromagnetic 

(HIFEM) technology, Emsella stimulates 

thousands of pelvic floor muscle 

contractions in a single session, 

strengthening the muscles and improving 

urinary control. This innovative approach 

offers a convenient and comfortable 

solution for individuals experiencing 

urinary incontinence or seeking to 

enhance their pelvic floor function. 

Thefaceplace.co.nz 

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ADVANCED SKIN TECHNOLOGY 

CELEBRATES 30 YEARS 

Celebrating three decades of leadership 

in the skincare industry is a monumental 

achievement and Advanced Skin 

Technology (AST) were thrilled to 

commemorate this milestone with its 

30th Year Gala. 

Themed Diamonds and Pearls, the event 

symbolized the enduring strength and 

beauty of the Advanced Skin Technology 

journey. 

Earlier this year, teams from across 

both New Zealand and Australia 

gathered at the Mantra Hotel in Lorne, 

Victoria to celebrate this significant 

occasion. 

“With more than 60 esteemed guests 

in attendance, we were honoured to 

welcome amongst them Heath Priestly, 

Managing Director, and Michelle Stewart, 

Director of Marketing and Digital at Device 

Technologies, who joined us in marking 

this remarkable achievement,” says 

Advanced Skin Technology marketing 

manager Gabrielle Bartolo. 

“The night was filled with pride as we 

recognised the exceptional dedication 

of our team through our Annual AST 

Awards. 

“This milestone reflects the unwavering 

talent and commitment that have been 

the cornerstone of our success. As we 

celebrate this momentous occasion, 

we look forward to an even brighter 

future for Advanced Skin Technology, 

continuing to lead the industry with 

innovation and excellence.” 

Founded in 1994, Advanced Skin 

Technology has earned a reputation for 

excellence, driven by its outstanding 

service, diverse product range, and 

unwavering commitment to ethical 

business practices. 

Signature brand, Aspect, continues 

to thrive both domestically and 

internationally, reflecting Advanced 

Skin Technology’s dedication to quality. 

Alongside Aspect, the business manages 

an impressive portfolio of leading brands, 

including Cosmedix, PCA Skin, Skinbetter 

Science, Société Clinical Skincare, Biojuve, 

and Dermaquest. 

“At Advanced Skin Technology, we remain 

steadfast in our mission to elevate 

industry standards through quality, 

integrity, and ethical innovation.” 

Advancedskin.co.nz 


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NEW 

Treatment 

Supercharged 

Skin Treatment 

With event season fast approaching, Dermalogica PRO’s 

brand new LuminFusion treatment couldn’t be better timed. 

Hyperpigmentation, fine lines and 

wrinkles are no match for this mashup. 

LuminFusion is a supercharged 

treatment that combines a targeted 

retinol peel to resurface and renew, 

NanoInfusion technology to infuse 

active ingredients, and LED red light 

therapy to diminish signs of ageing – all 

leading to unparalleled skin luminosity 

(AKA glass skin) with no downtime, 

making it the ideal treatment to have 

before any special event or just to give 

yourself and your skin an instant pickme-up. 

The advanced, 45-minute skin treatment 

(performed exclusively by a Dermalogica 

skin therapist) starts with a double 

cleanse to remove makeup and oils, 

followed by a peel packed with retinol, 

salicylic and lactic acid that offers a 

professional level of exfoliation. 

A skin therapist then performs 

NanoInfusion over the peel, supporting 

ingredient penetration and amplifying 

skin resurfacing. 

LuminFusion draws on the use 

of Dermalogica’s new Pro Pen, a 

professional-only Microneedling 

and NanoInfusion device in one. 

NanoInfusion ensures deeper infusion of 

the products without the use of needles. 

The Pro Pen provides similar vibrations 

as needling to spread cells out and 

create gaps for the formula to reach 

deeper and absorb better (metal or 

silicone pyramids are used with silicone 

utilised for delicate areas, and metal 

elsewhere on the face). 

As a final level of exfoliation, the peel 

is removed with a frothy application 

of Daily Microfoliant, revealing visibly 

brighter skin only halfway through the 

treatment. 

The client is then prepped for red light 

therapy (LED) to support the skin’s 

repair process, helping to smooth skin 

texture and reduce the appearance of 

fine lines. Dermalogica’s professionalonly 

Light Energy Masque is applied 

to work synergistically with LED and 

amplify treatment results. The red light 

is then used to increase circulation, 

boost collagen, provide an extra boost 

of hydration and reduce the appearance 

of pores. 

“Today’s skinthusiasts are demanding 

more from their skin treatments, but 

don’t want to settle for lengthy recovery 

time,” says Dermalogica New Zealand 

Head of Education, Caroline Parker. 

“LuminFusion combines Dermalogica’s 

highly personalised approach to skin 

treatments with the most advanced 

techniques to effectively treat clients’ 

most serious skin concerns.” 

Finally, the masque is removed, instantly 

revealing smoother, more radiant, 

glass-like skin. LuminFusion suits most 

skin types and has minimal downtime, 

making it a non-invasive, comfortable 

service with maximum results. 

dermalogica.co.nz 

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BEAUTY 

WITH BENEFITS 

In keeping with its brand philosophy around philanthropy and 

giving back, RevitaLash® Cosmetics introduced the expansion 

of its Defining Liner Shade range at a thoughtfully curated 

Beauty With Benefits events in Auckland recently, where a 

$100 donation per person who attended was made on behalf 

of RevitaLash to Pinc and Steel Cancer Rehabilitation. 

The event saw the launch of the new Universal Dark Brown 

to the Defining Liner Shade range, and showcased the full 

RevitaLash array of cosmetics; all of which feature nourishing 

ingredients that condition while you wear them, for healthier 

lashes and brows. 

To highlight the versatility of the cosmetics range and how the 

new Universal Brown Defining Liner really does suit everyone, 

the event featured a make-up station with renowned makeup 

artists Bailee Wilson Pledger and Rebekah Banks. 

During the event, guests were treated to an expereience 

where the MUA’s personalised their looks to suit their eye and 

brow shape. 

A total of $5500 was donated to Pinc and Steel Cancer 

Rehabilitation. 

revitalash.co.nz 


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What’s New 

Say hello to some of the newest beauty 

and skincare products on the market 

ESK Complexion 

Correction 

Microneedle Patches 

Karen Murrell Spring Shades 

Celebrate the arrival of spring with two beautiful new Karen Murrell shades, 

both delivering an unexpected surge of colour and lip goodness. Lilac Aurora is 

a luscious marriage of purple and pink hues; creamy, dreamy and long wearing, 

while Night Moves is deceptively alluring – appearing black but transforming 

when applied to lips, thanks to its ground-breaking colour changing technology. 

Applying like a lip tint, Night Moves reacts with the PF of skin to turn a stunning 

shade of just bitten red, unique to each wearer’s lips. Karenmurrell.com 

The newest offering from Evidence Skincare (E.S.K) 

these dissolving microneedle patches specifically target 

hyperpigmentation. Harnessing the power of 4-N-Butyltresorcinol 

(4NB), a highly effective and extremely well tolerated 

ingredient that is considered the most powerful inhibitor of 

the pigment forming enzyme tyrosinase, and Retinal, E.S.K’s 

Complexion Correction provide improved results in managing 

hyperpigmentation (particularly age spots - solar lentigines) and 

help reduce fine lines and increase skin elasticity and volume. 

Each patch of E.S.K Complexion Correction contains 2000 

dissolving micro needles made of hyaluronic acid. eskcare.com 

Evolve Organic Beauty 

Resveratrol + Niacinamide Serum 

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Environ 

Retinol 

Serums 

Environ’s two 

new intensifying 

Retinol Serums 

intelligently 

combine retinol 

plus other retinoid 

forms to optimise 

the effects of 

natural retinoic acid 

on youthful cellular 

behaviour. Potent 

antioxidants assist to diminish the effects 

of oxidative stress. Additional specialised 

boosters promote natural moisturising 

properties and skin barrier resilience. 

Recommended as add-on boosters to daily 

vitamin A topical replenishment, introduced 

when the skin is acclimated to medium or 

high concentrations of vitamin A. 

Psb.net.nz 


Osmosis Radiance Treatment Primer 

A luxurious formula that helps unveil a radiant, luminous complexion. 

This primer also nourishes skin with a blend of antioxidants and soothing 

actives, helping experience the magic of glowing, healthy skin and longlasting 

makeup. The unique formula promotes skin hydration, giving a 

plump, youthful feel and bounce. Ingredients like linoleic acid, saponins, 

liquorice, chamomile, skullcap, knotweed, and green tea contribute to 

overall skin well-being, ensuring the complexion radiates its best even 

without makeup. holisticaesthetics.co.nz 

This breakthrough, plant-powered serum is a potent 

concentrate formulated with 3% encapsulated Resveratrol 

(from White Mulberry) to visibly reduce the appearance 

of dark spots and hyperpigmentation, and naturally 

derived 4% Niacinamide to visibly brighten dull skin, and 

improve skin radiance while supporting the skin barrier 

and reducing the appearance of pores. Suitable for all skin 

types, this light-as-silk complex includes soothing Ectoin, 

clinically proven to reduce environmental skin damage. 

The creamy serum also features natural low molecular 

weight Hyaluronic Acid to deliver moisture, plumping the 

skin to leave it dewy and visibly hydrated drop after drop. 

Beautycare.co.nz

skinbetter science 

Trio Luxe Moisture 

Treatment 

What’s New 

This high-performance, triple-action 

moisturiser not only supports healthierlooking 

skin by improving texture and 

reducing visible redness, but also 

dramatically revitalises dull, dehydrated 

skin, leaving it looking renewed and feeling 

deeply nourished. Using a rich velvety 

blend of emollients and skin-restoring 

ingredients, including Niacinamide and 

Olea Europaea Fruit Extract, it offers 

intense hydration and moisturisation 

for healthier looking glowing skin. 

Advancedskin.co.nz 

Honuka 

In an extraordinary fusion of nature and 

science, Honuka®’s world-first science-backed 

Liposomal”1000” Vitamin C+D Mānuka Honey 

Snaps deliver groundbreaking Vitamin C+D 

infused treats. Taken daily, the convenient 

snaps help support the immune system 

and normal brain function, while also 

supporting bone, muscle, and skin 

health. Honuka.com 

Société Daily Exfoliation Accelerator 

Unlock the secret to radiant, healthy-looking skin with this 

unique leave-on nightly gel exfoliator. Contains Alpha and Beta 

Hydroxy Acids to help transform the appearance of skin tone 

and texture by gently removing dead skin cells to promote cell 

renewal. With continuous use, Daily Exfoliation Accelerator 

helps to improve the appearance of rough, textured, 

pigmented and ageing skin, leaving it looking and feeling eventoned, 

smooth, vibrant, and rejuvenated. advancedskin.co.nz 

TWYG Regenerative 

Overnight Repair Mask 

Rooted in radiance, the newest 

offering from luxury skincare brand 

TWYG is a rich nourishing mask 

which works on multiple levels while 

you sleep, helping restore skin’s 

natural defence mechanisms while 

targeting hyperpigmentation and fine 

lines. Powered by TWYG’s proprietary 

2.5% Bioactive Totarol, this potent 

antioxidant and antimicrobial ingredient 

is sustainably sourced from the 

ancient Tōtara trees of New Zealand. 

twygskincare.com 

Endota 

Phyto-Renewal Oil 

A supercharged natural retinol 

alternative, containing 14 pure 

plant-based oils and enriched with 

2% pure bakuchiol. Lightweight and 

highly potent to help reduce fine lines 

and wrinkles, stimulate cell turnover, 

and bring about a brighter, more youthful 

complexion. The formula is also enriched 

with cacay oil, a natural vitamin A that 

helps stimulate cell renewal, for smoother, 

plumper skin, combined with linoleic acid 

for that final added moisture. COSMOS 

Certified Natural, Phyto Renewal Oil is 

non-phototoxic so can be used day and 

night. Boutiquebeautybrands.co.nz 


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What’s New 



DermaFIX Resveratrol + 

A multifunctional powerhouse serum 

that supports the skin’s microbiome 

while addressing multiple skin concerns. 

Formulated with peptides, vitamins, essential 

fatty acids, and postbiotics, this corrective 

treatment enhances skin barrier function and 

resilience. Resveratrol, a potent antioxidant, 

reduces photo-ageing and inflammation 

while promoting a brighter, more even 

complexion.This corrective helps achieve a 

healthy, luminous glow while tackling the 

signs of ageing. houseofcamille.co.nz 

The Beauty Chef 

Metabolism & 

Sugar Balance 

The latest addition to The 

Beauty Chef SUPERGENES 

range: Metabolism & Sugar 

Balance is a daily intensive 

herbal probiotic. Formulated 

with a supercharged blend 

of evidence-based herbs and 

nutrients, plus GUT5Y-6, 

the Beauty Chef’s exclusive 

probiotic strain. Supports 

metabolic rate and healthy 

blood sugar levels, aids in the 

metabolism of macronutrients 

and the breakdown of dietary 

fat, supports thyroid function 

and healthy digestion. 

200doors.co.nz 

Dr. med. Schrammek 

Brightening Active C Serum 

Designed for an even skin tone with pigmentation, this 

new serum works together at several key points of melanin 

formation due to its innovative melanobreaker formula, to 

help ensure an even, radiant complexion. The concept of 

“Double Vitamin C” supports skin brightening efficacy. No 

mineral oil, silicones, parabens or colourant. k-cosmetics.com 

PCA Skin 

Pro-Max Age 

Renewal Serum 

Wakse Meltoway Hair Dissolving Cream 

Meltoway Hair Dissolving Cream is a sensorial hair removal cream that transforms 

the mundane task of hair removal into a delightful experience. Effortlessly remove 

undesired hair from head to toe with gentle, botanical rich formulas. Deliciously 

scented and designed to soften and hydrate the skin delivering a magical hair removal 

experience. Available in Milk & Honey, Mango Magin, Guava Butter and Fairy Floss. 

boutiquebeautybrands.co.nz 

Using groundbreaking growth 

factor and neuropeptide 

technologies, this powerful 

anti-ageing serum is packed 

with ingredients that help 

diminish the appearance of 

deep wrinkles, sagging skin, 

rough texture and other 

advanced signs of ageing. Using 

the latest advancements in 

skincare technology to deliver 

remarkable results, it helps 

support intensive skin renewal 

for noticeably younger-looking 

skin. advancedskin.co.nz 

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Smile Makers Collection 

What’s New 

Dedicated to making sexual wellness more mainstream, Smile Makers is on a mission 

to make vibrators available in everyday health and wellness stores, whilst encouraging 

discussions around sexual wellness (which can affect physical and emotional wellbeing). 

Smile Makers develop elegant, ergonomic sex toys and accessories and is behind a 

growing global community that celebrates and prioritises women’s health and pleasure. 

holisticaesthetics.co.nz 

Skin Clear Biome 

Including four skin-friendly yeast and bacteria 

strains fused with zinc (recognised for multiple 

benefits to help clear, clarify and control 

complexion imperfections), this unique 

formula is housed within a protective matrix 

to ensure active bacteria reach the gut alive. 

To further preserve ingredient integrity, quality 

and activity, the capsules are pristinely packed 

in nitrogen-flushed, infinitely recyclable 

aluminium pods, ensuring 5 billion active 

cultures of skin-friendly bacteria reach the gut 

at the time of consumption. beautycare.co.nz 

Société Peptide 

Plus Eye Cream 

Designed to target and 

improve the appearance 

of common ageing signs 

of the delicate eye area. 

This innovative one-step 

eye cream uses a powerful 

cooling effect to brighten 

and de-puff the eye area and 

revitalise eyes. Performance 

ingredients include Caprylic/ 

Capric Triglyceride, 

N-Hydroxysuccinimide, 

Chrysin (antioxidant), Triple 

peptide complex and Vitamin E. 

advancedskin.co.nz 

Osmosis Blemish Prone Collection 

The newest Osmosis range for acne-prone skin; designed 

to heal and repair wounds while reducing scar tissue, 

normalising oil production, strengthening epidermal barrier 

and detoxing skin for total rejuvenation.The range includes 

EXTRACT Purifying Charcoal Mask, CLARIFY Clearing Retinal 

Serum, BALANCE Botanical Activating Mist, and ACCELERATE 

Advanced Spot Treatment. holisticaesthetics.co.nz 


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What’s New 



Medik8 Crystal 

Retinal 24 

Clinically-proven, age-defying results 

without a prescription; Medik8's highest 

strength retinal yet, containing 0.24% 

crystal-encapsulated retinal. The 

internationally patented stability system 

ensures maximum retinal potency and 

effectiveness until the very last drop. The 

unique ladder of six progressive strengths 

(0.01 - 0.24% retinaldehyde) means everimproving 

benefits that tackle the most 

stubborn fine lines, wrinkles and dark 

spots. Crystal Retinal 24 is the pinnacle 

of Medik8’s unique Crystal Retinal ladder, 

for expert vitamin A users looking for the 

highest concentration of retinaldehyde. 

medik8.com.au 

RevitaLash Ultimate Lash Collection 

The newest gift with purchase collection is available now from 

RevitaLash. Give your eyes the royal treatment. The best-selling 

RevitaLash serum enhances natural lashes, while the one-of-akind 

lash and brow mask delivers damage-repairing hydration. A 

depuffing eye roller and travel-ready cosmetic tote let you create 

a restorative experience, even on the go. The Ultimate Lash 

Collection limited edition set includes RevitaLash Advanced, free 

Lash & Brow Masque 5mL, free Depuffing Eye Roller and free 

Cosmetic Tote. revitalash.co.nz 

Brush on Block SPF 50 

RevitaLash Defining Liner 

RevitaLash Cosmetics has added to its acclaimed 

Defining Liner collection with the new, universally 

flattering Dark Brown shade.This versatile colour 

complements all eye colours and is set to become a 

must-have for beauty enthusiasts seeking bold and 

natural looks.Like the original Black and Slate shades, 

the Dark Brown liner glides effortlessly over the lash 

line, thanks to its conditioning silicone emollients and 

vitamin E. The included smudging tool allows for easy 

blending, perfect for creating a soft, smoky look, and the 

built-in sharpener is ideal for creating more defined liner 

looks. revitalash.co.nz 

Protect and perfect your skin with Brush 

On Block SPF 50 Translucent Mineral 

Powder Sunscreen. This 

multitasking marvel not 

only shields skin from 

harmful UV rays with 

a reef-friendly, broadspectrum 

formula, but also 

blurs imperfections and 

controls oil for a flawless 

finish. Whether worn 

alone or over makeup, 

it effortlessly adapts to 

all skin tones, providing 

invisible protection that’s 

sweat and water-resistant. 

Ideal for on-the-go, this 

lightweight, travel-friendly 

brush ensures skin stays 

radiant and safe. 

houseofcamille.co.nz 

Avène Sunsitive ® 

Embrace sun protection with skincare benefits, with 

Avène’s new Sunsitive range. The five advanced SPF50+ 

products are formulated to protect sensitive skin, 

offering broad spectrum UVA-UVB protection using an 

exclusive combination of active ingredients and minimal 

chemical filters to respect sensitive skin. The light-weight 

formulations include Avène Sunsitive Sunscreen Serum SPF 

50+, Avène Sunsitive Sunscreen Fluid/Tinted Fluid SPF 50+ 

and Avène Sunsitive Sunscreen Adult/Children Spray 50+. 

www.eau-thermale-avene.co.nz 

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ManukaRx 

The Firming Range 

A three-product range designed to offer skinlifting, 

stimulating, plumping and nourishing 

results for women at many different stages of 

life. Comprising the Firming Serum, the Firming 

Neck Cream and Firming Body Lotion, the 

range contains not only ManukaRx’s powerful 

and celebrated mānuka oil but also mānuka 

honey from the company’s own mānuka fields, 

as well as targeted inclusions of coffee bean 

extract, hyaluronic acid, paracress and retinal. 

Made with scientific, potent formulations while 

still being gentle and nourishing on the skin. 

Manukarx.co.nz 

Biologi Hydrate Body Oil 

AlumierMD 

High performance daily protection 

from AlumierMD, with sunscreens 

that go beyond the science of skin 

defence. Superior shielding thanks 

to new formulations which protect 

against pollution, blue light (HEV) 

and infrared (IR). The range includes 

Clear Shield Broad Spectrum 

SPF30 and Sheer Hydration Broad 

Spectrum SPF 30. Protects the skin 

barrier for everyday wear. Available 

in tinted and untinted options 

and suitable for all skin types. 

advanceddermacare.co.nz 

Indulge your skin with Biologi Hydrate Body Oil, a luxurious blend of 

nutrient-rich oils designed to nourish and hydrate from head to toe. 

This lightweight, easily absorbed oil is packed with essential fatty acids 

and vitamin E, working synergistically to replenish and fortify the skin 

barrier. Ideal for all skin types, including dry, dehydrated, and sensitive 

conditions, it leaves skin supple, soft, and glowing with a radiant, allover 

body glow, without any sticky or heavy residue. Perfect for daily 

hydration and nourishment. houseofcamille.co.nz 

Medik8 Press & Glow 

This hydrating exfoliating toner, 

packed with PHAs and enzymes 

is gentle enough to be used twice 

daily to reveal glowing skin.Medik8’s 

choice of PHA is Gluconolactone; 

this gentle acid helps to exfoliate 

the uppermost dead skin cells 

to reveal fresh, healthy-looking 

and glowing skin. Combined with 

soothing aloe vera, antioxidant acai 

extract and enzymatic prickly pear 

extract, this powerhouse formula 

provides glowing results without any 

irritation, stinging or sticky residue. 

medik8.com.au 

Dermalogica BioLumin-C Night Restore 

Help reverse daytime damage while you sleep, with this innovative 

Dermalogica brightening serum with Vitamin C and Pro-Vitamin D 

Complex. Clinically proven to help restore radiance, hydration, and tone 

overnight.* Vitamin C is an antioxidant known to fight free radicals, while 

Pro-Vitamin D Complex is known to promote recovery and restoration. 

Enjoy more energised-looking skin that is fortified to fight future 

oxidative stress. Dermalogica.co.nz 

*Overnight results obtained during independent clinical testing of 35 people, 1 application/day for 8 weeks. 


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Brand 

INNOVATION 

ENVIRON 

LEADS THE WAY 

Dedicated to advancing the science of achieving and 

maintaining healthy, beautiful skin, Environ takes 

pride in remaining at the forefront of innovation. 

Dr Ernst Eiselen, Medical Advisor for Environ® 

Skincare recently visited New Zealand to speak at 

the PSB Leading Innovation Conference. 

While in Aotearoa Dr Ernst, who is also 

an Independent Medical Consultant 

shared valuable insights to the industry. 

BeautyNZ caught up with him to 

discuss epigenetics, cellular ageing and 

the Environ solution. 

We know Environ founder Dr Des 

Q. Fernandes was the pioneer of 

vitamin A in skincare products and this 

has always been Environ’s cornerstone. 

Can you talk us through the Environ 

Algorithm? 

The Environ Algorithm is a very 

A. specific, novel concept - a crossover 

from information technology for 

machines, to information technology for 

skin biology. 

Everyone should be familiar with the 

word – ALGORITHM, a concept which 

represents an essential step-by-step 

process to solving a particular problem 

or task. In biology the concept of 

Molecular Resonance is vital. It means 

that all parts of an algorithmic process 

resonate with each other for optimal 

outcomes. Resonance is a complex 

phenomenon in nature and critically 

important in molecular interaction as 

all molecules vibrate. It speaks of an 

approach that guarantees a specific 

solution where no guessing or trial and 

error are required to achieve specific 

end results. 

Dr Ernst Eiselen, Medical 

Advisor for Environ® Skincare 

Algorithms are used to yield the best 

solution every time and crucially 

need to be used with accuracy, when 

accuracy and predictability are required 

for desired outcomes. Algorithms are 

informed and constructed by in-depth 

information, learning and plenty of 

reliable data – much like machine 

learning these days. 

Environ has developed a unique, smart 

algorithm. The end goal or solution is a 

resonant (lasting) healthy, beautiful skin 

for a lifetime. A bold and lofty aim. 

Environ uses a unique and accurate 

step by step process that guarantees 

achieving this objective over and over. 

Environ’s highly resonant algorithm 

is informed by intricate knowledge of 

complex skin physiology and evidencebased 

scientific research into skin 

regenerative capabilities. 

Our philosophy counteracts the vitamin 

A deficiency in human skin and resulting 

damage, to restore the skin to its full 

individual potential for the present and 

the future. 

Prof. Fernandes says: “Environ’s 

Algorithm does not use just a single 

entity in the process to restore a 

complex system.” 

The root cause of unhealthy skin is a 

vitamin A deficiency, however. Which 

is why, we always start with the topical 

application of vitamin A, supported by 

antioxidants, as soon and as young as 

possible. 

Environ’s Vitamin Step-up System is 

fundamental to our Environ Algorithm. 

Safe and effective daily skin protection 

relies on broad-spectrum, low SPF 

UV protection, ably supported with 

antioxidants. Again critical to the 

application of the Environ Algorithm. 

We then introduce peptides at 

appropriate times to maintain healthy 

and youthful cell signalling, alongside 

the Vitamin A, C and E. 

At certain points throughout the journey 

we target specific skin conditions with 

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INNOVATION 

specific formulations incorporating 

specialised ingredients. 

Environ’s Skin Technology amplifies 

the efficacy of ingredients. This is also 

fundamental to the Environ Algorithm 

because we know and understand the 

challenge of safely navigating the superb 

natural skin barrier without damaging it. 

Professional Treatments are core to the 

Environ Algorithm, ensuring boosted 

performance intelligence and fasttracked 

results. 

What is the driver of skin 

Q. longevity? Do epigenetics 

play a part in cellular ageing and is 

chronological ageing related to skin 

ageing? 

The best driver for skin longevity 

A. is never to let Vitamin A become 

deficient in the skin and to only get 

‘healthy doses’ of sunshine. 

This is an over-simplification of a very 

complex subject that includes genetic 

inheritance, epigenetic signalling 

before birth from one’s mother and 

throughout one’s own life, exposure to 

the environment, diet, and experiences 

with illness of all kinds, including mental 

illness or accidents. 

Epigenetics play a big role in modifying 

the expression of genes, which 

determines much of the quality of 

health throughout our lives. It has a big 

influence on aging of all tissues and may 

enable us to eventually predict many 

things relating to future health events in 

an individual. 

Epigenetic signalling happens when 

methyl and at least another 15 

biochemical molecular groups become 

involved in modifying the expression 

of DNA. 

It is vastly complex and makes alterations 

in gene expression in response to an 

equally vast number of factors, including 

dietary patterns, emotional events, 

physical illness and life-altering stresses. 

It is a complex signalling space that 

literally channels all the aspects of lives 

through our genetic code, influencing 

gene expression in the process. 

Genetic inheritance is a slow changing 

process in its evolution, yet epigenetic 

signalling can influence genetic 

expression from a single generation 

to the next and even within the same 

generation. Hence this arena is very 

likely involved in the individual of aging. 

It is thought that how one’s parents 

lived, or what happened to them before 

birth gets passed on. We all evolve from 

a single cell, so all cells and systems are 

connected throughout our lives. Many 

want to classify ageing as a ‘disease’, but 

I think that would be a very premature 

move. It is still beset by complexities 

that have not been unravelled yet. 

So yes, chronological aging is related 

to skin aging, but with the advent of 

the Environ Algorithm, we now have 

a definite capability to let the skin age 

much more slowly than the rest of our 

bodies. How much epigenetic signalling 

has to do with that, remains to be seen. I 

think there is another level of complexity 

here with more influence on genetic 

expression and cellular behaviour 

than we can yet understand. Our lives 

speak to our genes and they shape us. 

The way the Environ Algorithm has 

successfully managed to slow down 

ageing in skin suggests that it may well 

be the model for other organ systems. 

Peri-menopause and menopause 

Q. has become a much talked about 

topic globally in recent years. Can you 

provide any information on what a 

therapist can do to help clients who are 

transitioning through these hormonal 

changes? 

Peri-menopause and 

A. menopause pose a variety of 

difficult, individualised challenges 

and stresses to women and to their 

skin. Environ places a special accent 

on the altered skin behaviour because 

of the loss of a main anabolic steroid. 

Skin during this time needs special 

consideration. New clients not yet well 

adapted to vitamin AC&E need to start 

with the Environ Step-UpTM program 

and deal with individual issues like more 

severe dryness with additional help, 

as soon as that fits in with the Environ 

Algorithm. 

Clients already reaping the benefits 

from regular Environ use will be able 

to counter the changes by utilising a 

boost in Vitamin A with Retinol serums, 

Peptide-enhanced serums, medical 

needling and Cool Peel technologies. 

Environ has launched 

Q. two new Retinol 

serums this month 

(September). Can everyone 

use retinol and what sets 

these apart? 

Not all Retinols are created equal 

A. as their precise formulations 

have critical differences in relation to 

how much vitamin A the skin will get, 

or how irritant they will be. The new 

Environ Retinols have ultra-sophisticated 

formulations to provide the highest 

efficacy with the lowest risk of irritation, 

so that everyone can use them. 

Having said that, they are designed 

to introduce when skin has been well 

adapted to medium strengths of the 

daily vitamin A moisturisers. 

Retinol is the smallest of the vitamin 

A molecules but becomes very 

irritating at higher concentrations in 

topical applications. It is therefore a 

considerable challenge to formulate 

a highly effective Retinol serum to 

provide the skin with the extra amounts 

of vitamin A to enhance the effects in 

skin. No matter what form of molecule 

enters the cell, it walks the same 

molecular path from storage as retinyl 

palmitate to active retinoic acid, through 

retinaldehyde, in precise ratios. 

The new formulations combine 

different forms of vitamin A in high 

enough concentration for maximum 

results, without causing irritation of 

the skin. They slot in where a client has 

a need for an extra boost of vitamin 

A to make already good results into 

excellent results and are well boosted by 

advanced free radical quenchers. 

The second of the serums, Retinol 

Serum Forte contains two special new 

ingredients. One which mimics vitamin 

A in the 13 Cis RA form, by interacting 

with the RXR retinoid receptors. The 

other increases the intra-cellular retinoic 

acid, by inhibiting the cytochrome P26 

enzyme which naturally breaks down 

retinoic acid. 

Both Retinol Serums provide much 

higher levels of vitamin A to cells than 

their older counterparts and should 

be started slowly, to avoid retinoid 

reactions. No one should start 

on the Forte version. 


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CINDERELLA 

BEAUTY AND SPA 

Helping clients experience self-appreciation, self-confidence and skin transformation 

is part of the Cinderella Beauty and Spa experience. With three Auckland locations, the 

business is committed to continuous growth and innovation, specialising in a wide variety 

of professional treatments backed by the caring expertise of qualified therapists. 

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Founded by Tina Wang, with more 

than 25 years experience in the beauty 

industry, Cinderella Beauty and Spa has 

an ongoing commitment to provide the 

latest and most innovative skin care 

treatments and natural products. 

An international CIDESCO advanced 

beauty therapist and member of the 

New Zealand Beauty and Hairdressing 

Association, and NZ Association of 

Registered Beauty Professionals, Tina’s 

philosophy is that skincare is science, and 

beauty is the byproduct. 

“Through scientifically effective skin 

treatments and care, I’m dedicated to 

restoring the skin's original healthy state 

to slow down aging. This belief drives me 

to continually learn and explore the latest 

skincare technologies and methods 

to ensure I provide the highest quality 

skincare services to every client.” 

With three Cinderella Beauty and Spa 

locations at Sylvia Park, Albany and 

Newmarket, the business specialises in 

providing some of the most advanced 

non-surgical treatments using top range 

products and machines. 

These include facials, body massage, 

body treatments, waxing, IPL hair 

removal and skin rejuvenation, 

Picosecond Laser, HIFU Skin Lift, Alma 

Accent Prime Face and Body Contouring, 


botox, dermal fillers, PRP, manicure and 

pedicure services, eyelash extensions 

and eyelash lifts. 

“We are a comprehensive medical 

beauty care centre, specialising in 

multifunctional skincare and aesthetic 

treatments. 

“Each guest undergoes a thorough 

consultation to address their specific 

skin concerns and needs. Based on 

this, a tailored skin care and treatment 

plan is created. This plan includes 

comprehensive steps: initial preparation, 

mid-treatment, and post-treatment 

recovery, all aimed at restoring the skin 

to its original healthy state. This is our 

perfect Cinderella skincare system. 

“Our two most popular aesthetic/nonsurgical 

treatments are the Candela 

Nordlys IPL/Frax Laser and the Alma 

Lasers Accent Prime,” says Tina. 

“The Candela Nordlys is a versatile and 

advanced platforms that offers a wide 

range of aesthetic treatments and is 

approved by FDA for skin rejuvenation, 

pigmentation removal and rosacea 

improvement. Our clients have benefited 

from its long-lasting, effective results and 

minimum downtime. 

“The Alma Lasers Accent Prime is a 

non-invasive, state-of-the-art platform 

for face and body contouring, skin 

tightening, cellulite reduction, skin 

rejuvenation and skin resurfacing. 

Known to be virtually painless amongst 

our patients, the platform combines 

ultrasound and radiofrequency to provide 

them with visible, reliable and lasting 

results.” 

While professionalism and experience are 

key attributes of the businesses success, 

Tina says that the overarching goal is to 

provide a calm and relaxing environment 

where each treatment helps balance the 

client’s spirit, health and body. 

Skincare brands utilised in treatments 

and stocked at Cinderella Beauty and 

Spa include Aromatherapy Associates 

London, Mesoestetic, Joyce Blok, jane 

iredale and Environ. 

“Choosing to align with these brands 

reflects a commitment to quality, 

efficacy, and customer satisfaction in 

skincare and makeup,” says Tina. 

“Each brand offers unique benefits and 

values, appealing to a wide range of 

consumers seeking both beauty and 

wellness in their routines.” 

Skincare and makeup products are 

also available for purchase via the 

Cinderella Beauty and Spa online store: 

cinderellabeauty.co.nzww


Spring Fresh 

CINDERELLA BEAUTY AND 

SPA TIPS FOR SPRING SKIN 

Spring is an ideal time for skin care and anti-aging treatments due to 

the mild weather and relatively moderate sunlight, which allows for 

quicker skin recovery. Some recommended treatments are: 

1. Chemical Peels: Gentle chemical peels help remove dead skin 

cells, brighten the complexion, and reduce fine lines and wrinkles. 

2. Laser Treatments* Treatments like laser skin resurfacing and laser 

pigmentation removal can reduce the risk of hyperpigmentation 

caused by sun exposure. 

3. Microneedling: Microneedling stimulates collagen production, 

improving skin texture and elasticity. The mild spring climate aids 

in better skin healing. 

4. IPL Photofacial: This non-invasive treatment improves the overall 

appearance of the skin, reducing redness and pigmentation. 

5. Moisturizing and Repair Treatments: After winter, the skin is often 

dry. Deep moisturizing and repair treatments help restore skin 

hydration. 

6. Botox Injections: Botox effectively reduces dynamic wrinkles. 

Spring injections help maintain smooth skin through the summer. 

7. RF Microneedling: Combining gold microneedles and 

radiofrequency technology, this treatment tightens the skin, 

enhances facial contours, and stimulates collagen regeneration, 

improving skin texture and elasticity. 

8. HIFU: Using high-intensity focused ultrasound, HIFU lifts and 

tightens the skin on the face and neck, offering significant and 

long-lasting results. 

9. Alma Accent Prime: This treatment uses uses radiofrequency 

technology to heat the deep layers of the skin, stimulating 

collagen and elastin production for tightening and lifting effects. 

10. Hydro Injection: This treatment injects hyaluronic acid and other 

nutrients into the skin's deeper layers, providing deep hydration, 

improving skin texture, and brightening the complexion. 

11. PRP (Platelet-Rich Plasma) Therapy: By extracting platelets from 

your blood and injecting them back into your skin, PRP therapy 

promotes skin regeneration and repair, improving skin texture and 

elasticity. 

12. LED Light Therapy: Using specific wavelengths of LED light, this 

treatment promotes skin cell regeneration and repair, reduces fine 

lines and wrinkles, and improves skin tone. 

Undergoing these treatments in spring not only helps with skin 

recovery and maintenance, but also helps prepares your skin for 

summer. However, we do recommend consulting with a professional 

dermatologist or aesthetic expert to create a suitable care plan based 

on individual skin condition. 

Cinderellabeauty.co.nz 


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11 SUN CARE MUST-HAVE’S 

Avène Sunsitive Sunscreen Serum SPF 50+ is 

perfect for under makeup, offering a dewy glowy 

finish. The lightweight formulation includes key 

ingredients like hyaluronic acid, Vitamin E and Aloe 

Vera. www.eau-thermale-avene.co.nz 

Enjoying the great Kiwi 

outdoors is a longstanding 

tradition, 

but with balmy 

spring days 

delivering 

extra hours of 

sunlight comes 

even more reason to 

protect your skin from 

the sun. 

Boasting three mineral 

ingredients (Titanium Dioxide, 

Zinc Oxide, and Iron Oxide) 

along with high efficacy and 

gentleness, TiZO3 Primer/ 

Sunscreen SPF40 delivers a 

sheer tinted facial mineral 

sunscreen with a matte finish 

(perfect for under makeup). 


Hydration-boosting with an antioxidant-rich 

formula, Brush on Block SPF 50 Sheer Genius 

Mineral Sunscreen combines the benefits of 

a broad-spectrum sunscreen infused with 

Hyaluronic Acid. Available in tinted and nontinted. 

Houseofcamille.co.nz 

Cover up in style with the 

Veneto Fedora from the Tina M 

Copenhagen collection. Travel 

friendly, water resistant and 

UPF50+ rated, the design boasts 

a unique trim and an internal 

Comfy-Fit adjustment for wind 

resistance and the ultimate fit. 

tinamcopenhagen.com.au 

Shiseido’s Expert Sun Protector Lotion SPF50 boasts 

proven skincare benefits, and a light, absorbable 

texture. Featuring SynchroShield Technology which 

reinforces the UV veil when skin is exposed to heat, 

water and perspiration. Shiseido.co.nz 


People4Ocean SPF50+ Mineral Bioactive 

Shield/Lightly Tinted Cream is enriched 

with marine phytonutrients and 

powerful antioxidants from the sea to 

provide bioactive defence against solar, 

blue light and free radical damage. 

Holisticaesthetics.co.nz 

L’Ombra Sun Tent by Sun People Co offers the perfect 

blend of function and style. Made with 100% cotton 

canvas and sustainable wooden poles, these tents are 

plastic-free and come in a matching carry bag for super 

easy transport. sunpeopleco.com 

Designed to deliver 

extremely high sun protection 

for sensitive areas of the face, 

mesoestetic mesoprotech sun stick 

SPF 50 also helps firm and smooth 

delicate skin around the eyes and lips 

with a blend of physical, biological 

and chemical sunscreen filters 

offering maximum effectiveness 

against sun damage. 

mesoestetic.com.au 

A hardworking, 4 hour water resistant 

moisturiser, Aspect Sun Hydrating 

Face SPF 50+ deeply nourishes and 

hydrates skin while providing superior 

50+ broad spectrum protection 

against harmful UVA and UVB rays. 

Blended with antioxidants to nurture 

and support skin, it’s also paraben free 

and reef-safe. aspectskin.com 

COOLA: This iconic organic suncare 

classic rolls out with sleek new 

packaging this season, while 

continuing to deliver an 

irresistible non sticky, 

non greasy, sheer and 

lightweight sunscreen. 

Beautycare.co.nz 

Fragrance and paraben free with 4 hour 

water resistant UV protection, LA CLINICA 

Sunscreen Lotion SPF50+ is suitable to 

wear under make-up, due to its light, 

non-greasy, moisturising formulation. 


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Wellbeing 

9 

DAILY SECRETS 

Stress Less, Love More & Nurture Your Sparkle This Spring 

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If winter can be brave enough to bloom 

into spring, then so can you. 

An estimated 80% of women don’t 

feel worthy enough. 75% of women 

experience imposter syndrome in the 

workplace, and a staggering 91% of 

girls and women don’t like their bodies. 

It’s time to write a new story.. 

Self-love is not a marshmallow myth, nor 

is it about mastering the art of pouring 

the perfect bubble bath. 

Self-love is a superpower that can help 

you to become friends with who you 

are - maybe again, maybe for the very 

first time. 

It’s time to know your worth, step into 

your power, and love your body. 

Here are 9 daily secrets to stress less, 

love more and nurture your sparkle, 

starting today! 

SECRET #1. 

JUST BREATHE 

As human beings, we breathe 

approximately 20,000 times per day. 

And sometimes we forget to notice 


a single one. Notice what happens 

when you are an active participant in 

your own breath. Inhale, and let it be 

the deepest breath you have taken all 

day. Fill yourself to the brim with how 

you want to feel. Exhale, and gently 

part your lips, soften your jaw. Let out 

a big surrender sigh as you feel your 

shoulders drop about 20 inches. Repeat 

as often as necessary. 

SECRET #2. 

DON’T FORGET TO LOOK UP 

In the hustle and bustle of our daily 

lives, it can be easy to get swept up in 

it all - rushing through our days with 

our heads down and eyes glued to 

our screens. Bodies set to autopilot, 

we can find ourselves accidentally 

sleepwalking through the moments 

that make up our lives. 

But spring is here, and the sun is starting 

to shine a little brighter. It’s time to look 

up. Look up at the sky, the clouds, the 

sun, the moon, the stars, the cherry 

blossoms, someone you love, the 

magic. Breathe in the wonder of it all. 

Nature has a way of reminding us that 

everything blooms in its own time, 

including you. 

SECRET #3. 

PRIORITISE YOUR PEACE 

Self-care is not a luxury, it’s a nonnegotiable. 

Carve out ‘me moments’ in 

your life - make a date with your bestie, 

take a walk on the beach in the middle 

of the day, or book that retreat you’ve 

been daydreaming of at long last. 

There’s a saying that we can’t pour 

from an empty cup, which often implies 

that we must fill up our cups to pour 

into others. While this is true, it’s also 

important you know that sometimes 

it’s okay to fill up your cup, and drink 

the whole thing yourself. 

Life is to be devoured, with big joy and 

deep peace. Take action and prioritise 

plans that recharge your spirit and 

nurture your sparkle. 

SECRET #4. 

CREATE A MORNING 

MINDSET RITUAL 

How you start each day will influence 

the trajectory of your whole life. Do 

you wake up each morning reaching for 

your phone, and declaring out loud how 

tired you are before diving head first 

into your day?

Wellbeing 

Try beginning each morning with 

a gentle mindset ritual. Take a few 

moments to pause, breathe deeply, 

stretch your body, and think of at least 

one thing you’re grateful for. Marinate in 

that gratitude for a few moments. 

I once heard Jay Shetty ask, “would 

you ever let 100 people walk into your 

bedroom the first thing when you wake 

up?” That’s what we do every time we 

open our eyes, start scrolling our phone 

and let 100+ people enter the bedroom of 

our mind. That’s a lot of data for our brain, 

and energy for our bodies to download 

while both are still trying to wake up. 

Swap that early morning stress and 

pressure for gentleness and gratitude. 

SECRET #5. 

BE BRAVE 

As you step into spring, my wish for you 

is that you will be brave enough to keep 

showing up as who you truly are. 

When we show up as our true selves, 

and our whole selves, we demonstrate 

great courage. Because doing so doesn’t 

come without great risk to our own 

hearts - risk that we might fail, fall short, 

or feel like we won’t be enough - not 

good enough, smart enough, brave 

enough, beautiful enough. 

But when we show up anyway? That is 

brave. And it is real. And it is fierce. 

Every time we conquer our fears, and 

push through our own self-limiting 

beliefs of ‘not-enough-it is’ we can start 

to change the thought of ‘what if this 

doesn’t work out?’ for ‘oh my heart, but 

what if it does?!’ 

SECRET #6. 

MAKE MOVEMENT ABOUT 

JOY OVER ‘EXERCISE’ 

As adults, we accidentally get really 

good at turning some of the most joyful 

things in life into just another thing to 

add to our to-do list. But when we find 

the types of movement we truly enjoy, 

exercise can become something we “get 

to do” rather than “have to do”. 

We often tell ourselves we’ll move our 

bodies when we finally find the time to 

get to the gym for an hour or more, to 

make it count of course. But the truth is, 

we would find more joy, and experience 

greater health benefits by choosing to 

move for even 10 minutes at a time, if 

that means we get to move every day. 

By 

Niki Loe 

Niki Loe is a degree-qualified 

naturopath and medical 

herbalist, founder of Glow 

School, Myofascial movement 

specialist, Wellness educator 

and speaker and lover of 

encouraging and supporting 

humans of all ages. 

NIKILOE.COM 


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Wellbeing 

Self-care is 

not a luxury, it’s 

a non-negotiable. 

Move your body in a way that gives you energy and makes 

you feel strong. Move your body in ways that bring happiness 

to your heart. Movement is medicine and can be a powerful 

gateway to nurturing a forever friendship with your body. 

Movement helps you to embody your body, trust your body, 

and love your body. 

dream that has ever crossed your heart. 

The words you speak to yourself? They matter. Be gentle, be 

kind and wrap them twice with love. 

SECRET #7. 

SWEET DREAMS FOR SELF-LOVE 

It is no secret that the quality of our sleep influences our 

energy, mood, food choices, and the motivation to love the 

bodies we are living in. However, we live in a world that doesn’t 

want us to sleep. Every spare moment is filled to the brim with 

digital data, distractions and disturbances. Modern technology 

has us available 24/7 to the outside world, and vice versa. 

To illustrate this, I want you to consider an interview with the 

CEO of Netflix. When asked to name this streaming giant’s 

biggest competitor, his answer was eerily shocking. While one 

might have expected him to say Amazon, Apple TV, Disney, 

Neon or even YouTube… his response was, in fact, sleep. 

An earlier digital switch off, combined with a hot bath or 

shower 1-2 hours before bed, can make it easier for your body 

to fall asleep and stay asleep. This timing works by temporarily 

raising body temperature and then allowing time for it to drop 

again, making you feel sleepier. The warm water also soothes 

the nervous system, helping you feel calmer, cosier, and 

happier before bedtime. 

Start taking a good book to bed each night and swap screen 

time for story time. 

SECRET #8. 

BE KIND WITH YOUR SELF-TALK 

We are so hard on ourselves sometimes. This season, make a 

commitment to speak to yourself the way you would speak to 

someone you love. 

When negative or unkind thoughts arise, gently rewrite your 

self-talk with more grace, kindness and self-compassion. 

Remind yourself every day you are doing your very best. 

On the days you have only 30% to give, and you give it - 

acknowledge that you gave 100% that day! Cheer for yourself 

more often. 

Kind self-talk can shape the beliefs you have about yourself. 

Such beliefs can lead to a well gardened mind, an empowered 

heart and the understanding that you are worthy of every 

SECRET #9. 

SPRINGTIME SUPPLEMENTATION TO 

OPTIMISE NUTRITION, ENERGY AND VITALITY 

As we transition into spring, it’s important to support our 

bodies with nutrients that optimise our energy, vitality and 

overall wellbeing. Medicinal plants called “adaptogens” can 

support us in times of mental, physical and emotional stress. 

They are nature’s way of giving us a warm hug in challenging 

times and keeping us well during the changing seasons. I call 

them “happy herbs”. 

My favourite “happy herbs” include Siberian ginseng and 

rhodiola, which can be found in one of my favourite spring 

time supplements, “Energy & Vitality” from The Beauty Chef 

Supergenes range. 

These herbs help to ground our nervous system, uplift our 

spirits, sustain our energy and promote resilience in every 

day life. In addition, adaptogens support our immune system 

as we transition into spring, a time when we can be more 

vulnerable to seasonal allergies, colds and sniffles. 

Happy, healthy bodies sparkle brighter. 

BONUS SECRET: CELEBRATE YOUR PROGRESS 

Keep chasing your dreams, and making new ones, but always 

take time to celebrate how far you’ve already come. Every 

day you are brave enough to show up for your body is a day 

you get to love your body just a little bit more. This spring, 

celebrate the smallest of wins until it becomes clear that 

the little wins often lead to the biggest, most heart driven 

moments of your life! 

As the days grow warmer and nature renews itself, so can you. 

Spring is the perfect time to let go of old stories and self-doubt 

to make space for new beginnings that nurture your self-love 

and belief. 

Start weaving these 9 daily secrets into the tapestry of your 

everyday life for less stress, more love and the kind of sparkle 

that comes only from loving who you truly are. 

You deserve to live a joyous life in a body that you love! 

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INNOVATION 

WELLBEING& 

ARE TRANSDERMAL PATCHES 

THE FUTURE OF WELLNESS? 

Picture this: You wake up, shower, 

and as you're getting dressed, throw 

a ‘sticker’ on your skin – the answer 

to vitamins for the day! No pills to 

swallow, no liquids to measure, no 

schedule to remember. Sounds like a 

dream, right? 

Welcome to the world of transdermal 

patches – the wellness industry's latest 

innovation that's set to change the 

game when it comes to supplements. 

Below, Tonik founder Pip Summerville 

(Kiwi born and bred) explains 

everything you need to know about 

transdermal patches. 

WHAT IS A 

TRANSDERMAL PATCH? 

A transdermal patch is basically a small 

adhesive patch or ‘sticker’ that can be 

placed on skin to deliver nutrients into 

the body (through the skin and into 

the bloodstream). Having been used in 

medical applications for decades (mainly 

for delivering medications like nicotine, 

hormones, and pain relief), they’re now 

entering the wellness realm. 

In the wellness industry, they represent 

an innovative vitamin delivery system 

that can allow for a steady release of 

vitamins delivered to the body over an 

extended period. We like to think of 

them as an easy ‘stick and go’ option; 

your 24/7 wellness buddy that can be 

used for on-the-run supplementation. 

HOW DO TRANSDERMAL 

PATCHES WORK? 

Transdermal patches utilise a technology 

that allows active ingredients to penetrate 

the skin barrier and enter the bloodstream. 

This method bypasses the digestive 

system, which can degrade certain 

compounds and affect their bioavailability. 

The result? A consistent and efficient 

delivery of nutrients to the body. 

One of the standout benefits is the ability 

to provide a steady release of active 

ingredients over an extended period. 

Unlike traditional oral supplements 

that may cause spikes in nutrient levels 

followed by rapid declines, patches can 

maintain a stable concentration in the 

bloodstream. From vitamins and minerals 

to herbal extracts and cannabinoids, 

transdermal patches can potentially 

deliver a wide range of active ingredients. 

This versatility opens up exciting 

possibilities for personalised wellness 

solutions tailored to individual needs. 

A wellness company renowned for its 

unique range of supplements, the team 

at Tonik are committed to exploring 

innovative solutions that can empower 

individuals on their health journeys. As 

we continue to embrace advancements 

in technology and research, we believe 

that transdermal patches will become an 

integral part of our approach to holistic 

wellness – making it easier than ever for 

people to nourish their bodies effectively 

and conveniently. 

WHO CAN BENEFIT 

FROM TRANSDERMAL 

PATCHES? 

Anyone who wants the 

convenience of a ‘stick and go’ 

option, but particularly those 

who have trouble swallowing 

pills. Add to that the fact that 

certain nutrients can be poorly 

absorbed when taken orally due 

to digestive processes – people 

with these issues can really 

benefit. 

Transdermal delivery 

circumvents this issue, allowing 

By 

Pip Summerville 

Pip Summerville is the founder 

of Tonik, an Australian wellness 

company renowned for its range 

of supplements that harness the 

power of 100% natural ingredients. 

WWW.GETTONIK.COM 

for better bioavailability of key compounds 

that support overall health. They are also 

discreet and can be worn under clothing 

(making them an appealing option for 

those who prefer not to take pills or 

liquids). 

For those looking to explore their options 

with transdermal patches, please always 

read the label and health warnings prior 

to use (and closely follow the directions 

for use). We always advise that vitamins 

and minerals can only be of assistance 

if dietary intake is inadequate. If you 

are pregnant, breastfeeding or have a 

thyroid condition, please consult a health 

professional before use. 

TONIK 

TRANSDERMAL PATCHES 

Tonik’s new “Chill Out” and “Nod 

Off” Transdermal Patches harness 

revolutionary technology that dispenses 

vitamins via an adhesive patch, allowing 

the continuous absorption of nutrients for 

up to 24 hours. Promoting relaxation and 

better sleep, Tonik’s vitamin patches can 

be used on their own, or in conjunction 

with Tonik's existing range of capsules. 

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NATIO SOUTHERN SKIES COLLECTION 

A trio of unisex eau de parfum mists, Solar, Stellar, Lunar. 

Inspired by the vast beauty and luminosity of the skies above, 

choose from romantic fruity floral (Stellar), revitalising citruswoods 

(Lunar) or spicy warmth (Solar). 

VERSACE EROS ENERGY 

A citrus woody scent created by master perfumer Jordi Fernández, this alluring 

fresh wave of citrus and white amber is grounded with parchouli, soft musk and 

earthy oakmass. Designed as a men’s fragrance, it’s undoubtedly one to share! 

Spring 

Scents 

Spring is the perfect time to explore a new fragrance 

(or two). Wherever your personal preference lies, dive 

into some fresh and spicy new creations to indulge 

both your senses and personality. 

AESOP VIRERE EAU DE PARFUM 

Be transported to sun-drenched 

warmth, rich tapestries of green 

and fragrant exotic breezes, with 

Virēre, the eleventh fragrance 

to join Aesop’s range. Enjoy the 

mystery of impeccably layered 

bergamont, green tea, pink 

pepper and woody cedar. 

JO MALONE 

HINOKI & CEDARWOOD 

COLOGNE INTENSE 

A mesmerising combination of 

clean aromatic notes and woody 

intensity, with a powerful trail 

of elegant cedarwood and 

hinoki. Intensely fresh and 

distinctive. 

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VERSACE BRIGHT CRYSTAL PARFUM 

Enthralling and voluptuous, this freshy fruity floral 

captures the essence of lotus flower, magnolia and 

peony at its heart, flowing into with top notes of 

pomegranate and yuzu, with undertones of amber 

woods and supermusk. 

SHISEIDO GINZA EAU DE PARFUM 

Elegant and timeless, Shiseido Ginza is a 

beguiling mystery of contrasts; feminine 

and vibrant, delicate yet strong, subtle 

yet intense. Inhale petals of magnolia and 

freesia, with Japanese orchid, rounded out by 

Japanese cyprus, sandalwood and patchouli. 

RABANNE OLYMPÉA 

LE PARFUM 

MELIS AMANDI 

EAU DE PARFUM 

Fresh,pretty and floral, this 100% 

natural scent is handcrafted using 

the finest pure botanical extracts. 

Geranium heart coupled with rose 

and tangerine top notes. 

A hypnotic green floral, 

steeped in confidence 

and allure and intertwined 

with spicy pink pepper 

and an aromatic clary 

sage essence. At the 

heart an irresistible floral 

bouquet, topped with musk 

and vanilla bean. 

SCANDAL ABSOLU 

Jean Paul Gaultier never fails to 

disappoint. Deeply intoxicating and 

memorable, Scandal Absolu is steeped in 

tuberose, black fig and sandalwood, with 

Mirabelle plum and woody chestnut. 

VERSACE CRYSTAL NOIR 

Spice up your fragrance 

wardrobe with this unique 

offering which opens with bright, 

sunny fruits before hinting at a 

touch of spicy boldness, with 

floral lush gardens at the heart.

Mukti Organics 

founder Mukti 

A guide to 

Gua Sha 

An ancient Chinese Medicine technique, Gua Sha 

involves gliding a smooth stone along the face, neck, 

and décolletage to help relieve muscle tension, reduce 

inflammation and enhance circulation. 

Armed with a background in natural 

medicine and beauty therapy, Mukti 

Organics founder Mukti shares her top 

tips for using the massage tool to help 

lift, sculpt and tone your face while 

reducing puffiness. 

“When using the Gua Sha tool, it's 

important to hold it at a 15-30 degree 

angle to your skin. This ensures that 

you're using the edge of the tool to 

apply gentle pressure to the skin, which 

can help stimulate circulation and 

promote lymphatic drainage. Be sure 

to use light pressure and avoid applying 

too much force, which can cause 

discomfort or irritation,” she says. 

Using Mukti Organics’ new Gua Sha in 

Citrine Quartz, this step-by-step guide 

shows how to effectively use a Gua 

Sha, with the beginner-friendly shape 

ensuring ease of use, making it the 

perfect tool for all skill levels. 

“It's generally recommended to stroke 

each section of your face 3-5 times 

before moving on to the next area. 

“However, you can adjust the number of 

strokes to suit your personal preference 

and the needs of your skin. It's 

important to avoid overstimulating the 

skin by using the Gua Sha too frequently 

or applying too much pressure. Instead, 

use light pressure and take your time 

to work slowly and gently across each 

section of your face. 

“You can also experiment with different 

techniques, such as using shorter or 

longer strokes, or using circular or 

back-and-forth movements. The key 

is to listen to your body and adjust 

your technique as needed to ensure a 

comfortable and effective massage.” 

More than two decades ago, organic 

skincare pioneer Mukti recognised a 

gap in the market for organic products 

that were both results-driven and 

backed by science. Her unwavering 

commitment to holistic wellness, and 

her extensive knowledge of ingredients, 

their functions, and efficacy on the skin, 

has seen Mukti Organics award-winning 

formulations become one of Australia’s 

most recognised female-founded, 

certified organic brands. 

muktiorganics.com 

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Beauty 

GUA SHA 

FACIAL 

MASSAGE 

GUIDE 

BY MUKTI 

STEP 1: 

PREP YOUR SKIN 

Before using the Gua Sha, make sure 

your face is clean and free of makeup by 

cleansing, then apply a few drops of oil 

or serum to your skin – this will help the 

Gua Sha glide smoothly over your skin 

and prevent any friction or irritation. 

STEP 2: 

NECK & 

DÉCOLLETAGE 

Begin by using the curved edge of the 

Gua Sha to gently scrape along the 

contours of your neck and décolletage. 

Use upward strokes and light pressure, 

moving from the base of your neck up 

towards your chin and jawline. 

STEP 3: 

JAWLINE & CHEEKS 

STEP 4: 

EYE AREA 

For the delicate skin around your eyes, 

use the short edge of the Gua Sha to 

gently scrape from the inner corner of 

your eye outwards. Be very gentle and 

use light pressure, avoiding the eye itself. 

STEP 5: 

NECK 

Run the U edge down the sides of the 

neck, and any other angled areas. 

STEP 6: 

FOREHEAD 

Finally, use the long edge of the Gua Sha 

to gently scrape along your forehead, 

starting at the centre and moving 

outwards towards your hairline. Use 

light pressure and upward strokes. 

Truth in Beauty, by Mukti, 

founder of Mukti Organics RRP$89. 

Available at www.muktiorganics.com 

STEP 7: 

COMB EDGE 

Flip the Gua Sha over and use the comb 

edge to gently massage your skin in 

a downward motion. This can help 

stimulate blood flow and lymphatic 

drainage, while also helping to distribute 

your facial products evenly across your 

skin. 

STEP 8: 

FINISH WITH 

NOURISHMENT 

After using the Gua Sha, apply a 

moisturiser or night cream to help 

lock in moisture and provide extra 

nourishment to your skin. 

Next, use the flat side of the Gua Sha 

to gently scrape along your jawline and 

cheeks. Start at the centre of your chin 

and move outward towards your ears, 

using light pressure and upward strokes. 

Repeat on the other side. 

Be sure to clean your Gua Sha thoroughly with soap and water or a gentle 

cleanser after using. Dry it with a soft cloth and store it in a cool, dry place. 


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Fragrance 

TRICK OR TREAT 

If you love to commit to a theme, embrace Halloween fully 

with the Trick or Treat Pumpkin Pie limited-edition candle 

from Glasshouse Fragrances. There’s a reason the spiced 

pumpkin, cinnamon and orange zest candle is a best-selling 

seasonal favourite. Poured with love and vegan friendly, 

plus the iconic glass vessels are endlessly reuseable. 

nz.glasshousefragrances.com 

THE ART OF 

FRAGRANCE 

Not all luscious craveable fragrance is artfully 

packaged in a perfume bottle. Treat your 

senses to the joy of fragrance whether you’re 

washing your pet, enjoying time in your home or 

workspace, or enjoying a moment of self-care. 

NEXT LEVEL PET CARE 

Treat your precious canine friend to the gift of olfactory goodness with the DedCool pet 

collection, MECCA’s first ever offering of pet fragrance! Thanks to the appealing vegan DedCool 

formulas, you can spritz your pet with the pawfect scent to deodorise and restore their coat 

in-between washes. For bath-time proper, cleanse and condition with the tear-free DedCool Pet 

Shampoo in the brand’s best-selling scent, Taunt. Available online at mecca.com 

OOH LA LA! 

Expertly blended by a leading Parisian 

perfumer, Châlon Paris launched earlier 

this year as an affordable collection of 

luxury hand and body care (infused with 

sumptuous fragrance). Stylishly packaged, 

the beautifully scented formulas are 

enriched with Hyaluronic Acid to soothe, 

hydrate, and enhance the skin's moisture 

barrier, along with pure essential oils for 

proven mood-boosting advantages. The 

brainchild of the team behind MONDAY 

Haircare, Châlon Paris is Leaping-Bunny 

approved, featuring fully-recyclable bottles 

and pumps that use 20% post-consumer 

recycled plastic. Chalonparis.com 

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Fragrance 

LUSCIOUS LAYERS 

Everyone’s favourite Glossier scent is now available in a body cream. 

Better still you can enjoy soft, supple, and delicately scented skin all 

day. The lusciously rich, fast-absorbing body crème has a unique finish, 

leaving skin silky (never greasy or sticky). Infused with skin-caring 

humectants, luxurious oils, and butters, it provides skin nourishment and 

long-lasting moisture. The iconic Glossier You fragrance delivers the soft, 

warm, and familiar scent loved by many. Mecca.com 

A TOUCH OF THE EXOTIC 

Not all candles are created equal. MARACA Candles 

are handcrafted to offer an everyday indulgence of 

exquisite fragrance which elevates and transforms 

any space. Set the scene for wherever you wish to 

transport your senses to. Our picks: Velvet Noir. 

Red Spruce and Bourgeons De Cassis. Add an 

additional layer with MARACA diffusers or body 

care. Houseofcamille.co.nz 

AT HOME LUXURY 

Bring the spa home with you, with 

endota’s signature essential oil. This 

perfectly balanced aroma combines the 

calming effects of lavender and bergamot 

and is the next best thing to having your 

own in-home spa. Synonymous with 

endota spa, the iconic scent encourages 

complete mind and body renewal. 


HONEY-LISCIOUS 

Lavish your locks with decadence, while 

reaping the rewards of Gisou’s signature 

fragrance. Gisou Honey Infused Hair Perfume 

delivers a concoction of Mirsalehi Honey and 

floral notes. This delicately scented spritz is 

formulated to refresh, repair and nourish dry or 

damaged lengths while leaving a delicious trail 

of honey behind. Mecca.com 


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EDUCATION 

& 

TRAINING 

JODI OSBORNE 

DOUBTLESS 

BEAUTY RETREAT 

After studying and qualifying as a 

beauty therapist, she embarked on an 

OE and spent six years working as a 

beauty therapist in the United Kingdom. 

“While overseas, I had the privilege of 

working for two incredible and visionary 

business owners, who gave me a 

foundation for what I wanted to one day 

create for myself,” recalls Jodi. 

When Jodi returned to New Zealand 

with her young family, she took the leap 

and opened a beauty clinic with her 

husband, Doubtless Beauty Retreat, in 

Coopers Beach, Northland. 

In 2022, while originally recruiting for a 

receptionist, Jodi ended up taking on 

her first beauty therapy apprentice with 

HITO. 

“We were incredibly lucky that our 

apprentice was very well organized and 

did a lot of work inside and outside 

of her work hours to complete each 

module,” she says. “I loved the ‘a-ha!’ 

moment when the knowledge and skills 

all came together for her!” 

HITO apprentices are trained in the 

workplace and complete assessment 

modules from reception and support 

services all the way through to 

advanced waxing. Being trained by 

qualified beauty professionals means 

they learn industry relevant skills and 

gain first-hand experience of how a real 

beauty business is run. 

Northland beauty 

business owner Jodi 

Osborne has always 

enjoyed looking after 

her own skin and 

nails. After finishing 

high school, she 

realised the beauty 

industry was a place 

where she could 

build a successful 

career for herself. 

“I have always been an advocate for 

being 100% qualified,” says Jodi. “It 

represents an exceptional standard of 

skill and competence. Customers know 

the therapists have been trained to not 

only NZQA Level 4, but also knowledge 

and skills have been gained in line with 

the high standards they trust us for.” 

“The successful candidate came to 

us having completed year 1 of her 

apprenticeship at another clinic before 

moving to the Far North to be closer 

to family,” explains Jodi. “We quickly 

realised her potential and took her on as 

an apprentice!” 

In August 2023, Jodi’s apprentice Cody 

completed their apprenticeship and 

gained the New Zealand Certificate in 

Beauty Therapy (Level 4). 


EDUCATION 

& 

TRAINING 

of time or burning out. 

Jodi Osborne accepting the Clinic 

of the Year Award at the Beauty 

NZ Association Awards 2024 

In training her first apprentice, Jodi has 

found she is able to share her extensive 

knowledge and experience with budding 

beauty talent, while also continuing to 

learn and grow herself. 

“The beauty of taking on an apprentice 

is that it makes you review everything,” 

says Jodi. “You have to have policies, 

procedures, and systems in place - and 

ensure they are current. Our already 

Doubtless Beauty Retreat team 

qualified colleagues and I also learn so 

much from training as it refreshes and 

updates our knowledge. It really is a 

win-win.” 

While taking on an apprentice has many 

benefits for businesses, it doesn’t come 

without its challenges. For Jodi, one 

challenge was planning and prioritising 

training sessions for her apprentice’s 

assessment days, without running out 

“We overcame this by utilising the 

different strengths of our team, so it 

wasn’t just one person doing all the 

training, and our apprentice got the 

benefit of our combined knowledge,” 

she explains. 

In the near future, Jodi is looking forward 

to taking on more apprentices and 

training them in her workplace. 

“For me, it’s all about finding someone 

with a good attitude and a passion for 

learning,” she says. “These are traits that 

can’t be taught and are essential for a 

career in our industry.” 

To apprentices currently training, Jodi 

encourages them to be brave. “Give 

things a go when the opportunity 

arises – don't put it off,” she says. “Be 

organised, use HITO's training tools and 

the experience of everyone around you, 

and remember there is no such thing as 

a silly question!” 

Jumpstart your 

beauty therapy career 

Become a beauty therapy apprentice and 

gain hands-on experience in a real clinic 

Learn from a qualified 

beauty professional 

Start at any time 

Gain a recognised 

Level 4 qualification 

Earn while you learn 

“I’ve come across the most amazing support system, 

education, and hands-on learning - the best way for 

me to learn.” 

Shelly Dale | Beauty Therapy Apprentice, 

Bella-Me Skin and Body Kawerau 

Contact us today! 

www.hito.org.nz | (04) 499 1180 | support@hito.org.nz 

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Business BITES 

3 

WAYS TO MAXIMISE 

PROFIT IN YOUR SALON, 

SPA OR CLINIC 

As the year progresses, it’s important 

to take a step back and assess how your 

business is performing. Are you doing 

everything you can to ensure your 

business is profitable? 

Below are three key ways around 

making the most of your salon and 

spa software to help increase the 

profitability of your business. 

USE DATA TO MAKE 

INFORMED DECISIONS 

The word data might seem scary, but I 

promise you it’s not. Your salon software 

is already tracking all sales made at your 

business, and that's why it's the perfect 

assistant to help you when making 

important decisions. 

Here is an example: You want to run 

a promotion to drive retail sales, but 

how do you choose which product to 

discount? Are you choosing the one you 

think sells the least to get rid of stock? 

Or even just choosing one at random? 

Don’t leave the success of your promotion 

up to chance; use your salon and spa 

software to run reports on your product 

sales to see which products are loved 

by your clients and therefore likely to be 

purchased. You should be able to sort the 

list by which products have the highest 

profit margin, to make sure that you 

calculate a discount that makes the offer 

attractive to your clients while maintaining 

a healthy profit for your business. 

GET YOUR TEAM INVESTED 

IN THE BUSINESS 

Getting your team invested in your 

business and its results is a great way 

to increase their commitment, sense of 

responsibility and willingness to work 

as a team, which helps to improve the 

culture and the success of your business. 

One effective way to achieve this is by 

sharing your business finances with 

your team. This creates a sense of 

transparency which leads to ownership 

and shared responsibility, showing your 

staff that their hard work truly makes 

a difference. It fosters trust and shows 

your staff that they are valued members 

of your team, making them happier, 

strengthening that team bond, and 

helping improve the culture. 

Setting business-wide goals and then 

breaking them down into individual staff 

goals and tracking them regularly within 

your salon software makes financial 

goals less overwhelming. 

Your salon software should be able to 

project metrics so you and your team 

can see where you’re likely to land at 

the end of the week or month based on 

current performance. Not only does this 

make the target seem less daunting, but 

it also provides oversight into what is 

needed to hit the goal. 

LEVERAGE YOUR SYSTEM’S 

FEATURES TO MAXIMISE 

PRODUCTIVITY AND 

EFFICIENCY 

Time is money in the beauty industry, 

so make sure you're taking advantage of 

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your salon and spa software—it likely has features you aren’t using that can 

save you time. That means more time for you to focus on your clients and 

team, not over the computer screen. 

By 

Kamrin Hira 

Setting up automated messages is a great way to reduce the amount of 

admin time for you and your staff while enabling you to stay connected 

to your clients. You can personalise these messages with things like the 

client’s name so each message you send feels personal. 

Your salon and spa software is also tracking your stock usage, both retail 

and professional, so you can stay on top of your stock. Your salon and 

spa software should even be able to automate stock ordering to your 

supplier, so you can tell it to re-order everything you’ve sold or used in 

the last month. 

Suddenly, rather than spending hours looking at hundreds of products 

and figuring out how much you might need to fill your shelves, you can sit 

back and relax as your salon software does the hard work for you. 

So there you have it, three ways to increase your profits. By leveraging 

your salon software to help with goal setting, getting a handle on your 

financial performance, and streamlining your stocktakes, you can be sure 

to save time, maximise potential revenue and have a successful salon, spa 

or clinic. 

Kamrin Hira is a marketing expert at Kitomba 

Salon and Spa Software. To learn how 

Kitomba’s reporting and stock management 

features can help maximise profits in your 

salon or spa, visit www.kitomba.com or call 

0800 161 101. 

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STAFF 

& YOUR 

INTELLECTUAL 

CAPITAL 

The intellectual capital in your 

business is more important 

than the four walls of your 

building, or even you as the 

business owner. 

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While your salon’s physical location 

and you as an owner or manager is 

crucial, more valuable to success 

are the unseen assets. The skills of 

you and your staff, the combined 

knowledge, the innovative 

capabilities and the ability to 

promote these to the right market 

truly drive success. 

By recognising and nurturing the 

intellectual capital within your salon 

or clinic, it will be better positioned 

to create a sustained competitive 

advantage and overall success in 

today’s knowledge-based economy, 

cultivating a thriving environment 

where creativity and excellence flourish. 

As people, we are driven by emotions, 

relationships, and connections. 

When you infuse these into your 

business model, with a team that can 

embody it, your services and products 

become more relatable, accessible, 

and engaging. People engage with 

a business they've come to trust, 

especially when it involves oneon-one 

service. The psychological 

connection fosters brand loyalty and 

goes a long way to creating lifetime 

clients and positive word of mouth. 

“I’ve learnt that people will forget what 

you said, people will forget what you 

did, but people will never forget how 

you made them feel.” This quote by 

Mary Angelou is particularly relevant 

to those in service-based businesses, 

as the industry is highly focused on 

customer experience and emotions. 

It is a quote that guides my 

professional and professional life 

and, for me, is all about what service 

is. How does a service business make 

clients/customers feel? Do they feel 

valued? Does your business leave a 

lasting impression? 

Having an authentic voice for your 

business and empowering your staff 

to follow your lead is essential for 

success. When recruiting and training 

staff to emulate your culture and 

service approach with enthusiasm, 

consider the following strategies: 

DEFINE AND COMMUNICATE 

YOUR BUSINESS CULTURE 

Defining and being transparent 

about your company's values, vision, 

and goals attracts staff who align 

with your culture and will retain 

current staff. Your business's values 

and vision, which should focus on 

intellectual growth, innovation, and 

continuous learning, are not just 

guidelines but a reflection of the 

collective aspirations and efforts of 

your staff. They will also help staff 

and potential staff understand what 

they can expect and also empower 

them to contribute to the company's 

success. 

REMUNERATION AND 

BENEFITS AS A PACKAGE 

Providing a package that reflects the 

value of the intellectual capital your 

staff bring doesn't have to just involve 

money. There are other ways to retain 

and reward staff with a competitive 

package to help attract and retain top 

talent. Different options can include: 

• Competitive purchase rates for 

salon or clinic product 

• Flexible work-life balance 

• Committing to upskilling 

• Incentive programme based on 

sales and repeat clients 

• Paid day off based on achieving 

other benchmarks 

• Supplied lunch once a week 

• In-salon or clinic training days 

where staff's family can receive 

treatments. 

PROFESSIONAL 

DEVELOPMENT 

Prioritising and investing in 

ongoing training and development 

programmes to enhance skill sets 

and knowledge benefits them and 

ultimately benefits your clients. 

An opportunity could be to attend 

conferences, workshops, and industry 

events such as the annual NZ Hair & 

Beauty Expo. 

Aside from industry training, can your 

salon or clinic offer other training, 

such as management training or sales 

skills programmes? 

BUILD A POSITIVE 

WORK CULTURE 

Developing a positive culture is 

business 101. Building a great culture, 

retaining and rewarding your best 

people [not necessarily the highest 

sales achievers] while attracting new 

staff, can come from thinking outside 

traditional methods. In fact, simple 

gestures can make a big difference. 

One way is to recognise effort 

and good work outside of monthly 

incentives with: 

• A personalised note or card and a 

bar of chocolate or something that 

they would appreciate. 

By 

Bridgette Jackson 

A CDC-certified Divorce/Separation 

Coach with a postgraduate 

dispute resolution qualification, 

Bridgette is also a trained divorce 

mediator (AIMNZ), a Relationship 

Coach (Institute for Life Coach 

Training), and a member of the 

Institute of Executive Coaching and 

Leadership (accredited by the ICF - 

International Coaching Federation). 

Bridgette is also a Certified 

Organisational Coach, Level One 

with IECL (Institute of Executive 

and Leadership Coaching) and an 

enrolled barrister and solicitor of 

the High Court of New Zealand. 


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• Becoming a client for a day - this 

is also a good way for them to 

experience the salon or clinic from 

the other side. 

Open communication, 

collaboration, and 

feeling like you are part 

of a team is essential to 

most people. 

• Paying for car parking, on their 

longest day, or last working day for 

the week if your salon or clinic is 

surrounded by metered parking. 

By growing a culture where employees 

feel valued, respected, and motivated 

is infectious and will naturally 

shine through to clients. Open 

communication, collaboration, and 

feeling like you are part of a team are 

essential to most people. 

GROWTH AND ADVANCEMENT 

Having a clear career progression path 

and being able to invest in learning 

and upskilling not only motivates your 

staff but also expands your salon or 

clinic's intellectual capital. Developing 

a mentorship programme with one-on- 

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one time with yourself as a mentor, offering a 

challenging project that will upskill them, provide 

variety in their role, and ultimately add value to 

the salon or clinic, you and your upskilled staff. 

CELEBRATE YOUR STAFF 

Acknowledge and show appreciation for your 

employees' achievements and contributions. 

This can be performance-based and/or genuine 

acknowledgement with appreciation of what 

has been achieved. It will go a long way. 

When someone is genuinely happy and feels 

appreciated, this is transferred and shared 

with clients, making them feel recognised and 

valued, especially when they work one-on-one 

with clients. 

AUTHENTICITY IS 

NOT ONE SIZE FITS ALL 

In an environment where consumers can swiftly 

search for and review a business online, one key 

differentiator is authenticity in client relationships. 

The immense growth of digital interactions places 

the service and retail sectors under constant 

scrutiny. I believe that those who prioritise 

genuine relationships and customer care with 

their salon or clinic offerings are the ones who 

truly stand out. 

When a business prioritises customer service 

and nurtures relationships, it is more likely to 

align with its client's preferences and needs. 

This approach often leads to the development of 

service offerings that are finely tuned to customer 

demand, ultimately enhancing overall customer 

satisfaction; this type of commitment results in 

improved products and services and a more loyal 

client base. In a competitive and ever-evolving 

service market with abundant choice, the 

authenticity of your business and its services can 

significantly influence its reputation and success. 

In your industry, salons and clinics feature the 

latest skin products, state-of-the-art equipment, 

and often street frontage locations and signage. 

However, without a sincere and authentic 

approach to client service that builds meaningful 

connections, these advantages can fall short. 

Genuine interactions and personalised care 

make a difference and elevate a business above 

the rest. 

These are some ideas I have seen that have 

worked well to cultivate an authentic client 

approach: 

LIFETIME CLIENT APPROACH 

Fostering long-term relationships by viewing 

every client as a potential 'lifetime investor' often 

changes how you approach them. You can also 

tailor your services to their evolving needs and 

maintain an ongoing dialogue to understand 

their preferences. 

LIFE EVENT MARKETING 

Many service and retail operators now offer 

this, but only some businesses do it well. 

Celebrate key milestones such as birthdays or 

key client anniversaries by offering personalised 

treatments or special packages. Acknowledging 

and celebrating these milestones not only makes 

a client feel valued but also strengthens their 

emotional connection to your salon or clinic. 

SOLUTION-FOCUSED 

CUSTOMER SERVICE 

Your salon or clinic may have a great service 

offering, and those that adapt or tweak it to 

meet a client's specific needs will ensure they 

feel valued and appreciated. Combining multiple 

treatments into a unique package or customising 

a service based on feedback creates loyalty and 

makes it easy for a client. 

OBTAIN CUSTOMER FEEDBACK 

Regularly seeking feedback and acting on it is 

a type of focus group. Using their insights to 

continuously refine and improve your offerings 

demonstrates that you value their input and 

are committed to delivering the best possible 

experience. 

STAFF TRAINING FOR SOLUTIONS, 

NOT JUST PRODUCTS 

People love the feeling of going somewhere and 

that the staff know them and have their best 

interests at heart. The phrase, 'they just know me 

so well' often comes from training and equipping 

staff to focus on providing solutions and service. 

Train them to listen attentively to clients' 

concerns and recommend tailored services and 

products that address their needs, delivering the 

best possible experience. 

PERSONAL TOUCH 

Ensuring that your salon or clinic maintains 

a personal connection with clients fosters a 

welcoming environment to which clients will be 

eager to return. 

By integrating these strategies, your business 

can continuously review, monitor, and adapt its 

services to meet client expectations. This ensures 

a dynamic and responsive approach to client 

care and enhances both satisfaction and loyalty. 

Ultimately, this authentic commitment to client 

relationships will set your business apart in a 

crowded marketplace. 

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Business 

BITES 

Spring 

Clean 

YOUR 

BUSINESS 

Occasionally your salon needs a good 

spring clean to help improve your 

company’s performance and service to 

clients. Here is my guide to sprucing 

up your salon… 

By 

Liz McKeon 

Clean up your finances: 

The first place to tidy up a business is 

to get all your finances in order, making 

sure that you are managing your 

cashflow on a daily and weekly basis. 

Your business finances are at the centre 

of your business. They can help you 

to forecast your financial future and 

make better decisions. To organise your 

books, review files and accounts, sort 

your receipts and digitise what you can. 

Consider using an accountant to do this 

for you, as they will know exactly what to 

do and will probably be faster than you. 

Keep your tax affairs in order: 

This is an unavoidable chore. Lodge 

paperwork on time. If the business 

cannot meet its tax obligations, get 

in touch with Revenue and go on a 

payment plan. 

Clean up your website: 

It doesn’t have to be a complete 

overhaul and sometimes just a tidy up 

and refresh is all that’s needed. This can 

be reworking the way information is 

presented to make it easier for clients 

and potential clients to digest. 

Review your key words and ensure your 

pages are up to date and working. Add 

a blog, reviews, appointment system, 

videos, case studies, shopping cart 

and maps. Google loves new content 

and loves video, so make sure your site 

has all of this. Then check your google 

analytics and all links are functioning. 

Get rid of stale material. Determine the 

key goals for your site – is it to direct 

sales and enquiries to your salon? 

Gather salon news media articles and 

relevant content to upload immediately, 

based on your salon’s new priorities. 

Liz McKeon is a well respected salon 

business expert and founder of the 

International Salon Business School. She 

is also recipient of an All Star Lifetime 

Achievement Award for Empowering Female 

Entrepreneurs, and specializes in providing 

cutting-edge solutions and innovative 

strategies to drive growth and success. 

LIZMCKEON.COM 

Then objectively assess how fresh it 

all appears and diary time for website 

cleaning year round for optimal health. 

Update your social media profiles: 

A sloppy online presence is never a good 

look, especially for a salon business. 

Google yourself – ensure you have good 

photos, clear content, accessible contact 

information and excellent ‘calls to action’. 

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Review your business plan: 

Now is the perfect time to revisit your 

business plan. Business constantly 

change and develop, so your business 

plan needs regular updating. The basics 

of your business plan are: 

• Where do you want your business to 

go? (objectives) 

• How are you going to get there? 

(strategy and tactics) 

• How will you know when you are 

there? (measurement and review) 

• Reflect on the past year and ask 

yourself what kind of changes your 

business has made in the last year. 

Create a clear vision for your salon: 

Vision is so much more than 

management jargon: It really does help 

to drive the salon forward, because 

it provides energy and direction, a 

common misunderstanding of where 

the business is going and enables all 

staff members to work out how they 

can personally add value to the 

salon. 

Clean up your database: 

Your salon database is one of your 

company’s most important assets. Use 

it to your full advantage: record every 

single client’s details, keep it up to date 

and use it to stay in regular touch with 

your clients. 

Get closer to your clients: 

Review your business through your 

client’s eyes, prioritise issues for 

improvement and gain competitive 

advantage by giving clients what they 

really want. Do this by running a ‘client 

survey’ which: 

• Provides feedback on how they see 

your salon 

• Highlights areas for improvement 

• Shows clients that you care about 

their options 

• Helps you listen to your clients 

• Keeps you up to date with 

competitor’s strengths and 

weaknesses 

Clean up your image: 

‘You never get a second chance to 

make a first impression’ 

Take an objective look at your business: 

what image do you portray to both 

regular and potential new clients and is 

that image in keeping with your vision 

for your salon? 

If it is, great, and if no, then it is time 

to raise the bar and improve your 

standards in every aspect of the 

business from the exterior, to the look 

of your work areas, to the image of 

your team, to the layout of your front of 

house area and to the quality of every 

single service you provide. 

Organise your inbox: 

As a busy owner, things like emails, 

paperwork and other documents can 

quickly pile up. When you are occupied 

day to day in your business, it is easy to 

become disorganised, fall behind and 

feel out of control. 

Segment emails into: 1) to do, 2) 

archive, 3) pending and follow up. While 

you are clearing out your inbox, you 

can also do some other digital spring 

cleaning. Go through old files on your 

computer and delete unnecessary 

documents and folders. This will reduce 

space on your computer and make it 

more efficient. 

Create specific folders to sort your 

documents, helping you access your 

work without having to search through 

hundreds of documents to find what 

you need. 

Declutter:A clean, clear work area is a 

key element of productivity. Whether 

you work from home, a desk, or an 

office – take everything off your desk, 

wipe away the grime, clean your 

computer screen, get rid of all the 

obsolete paperwork. Add some plants 

or fresh flowers. Spring cleaning your 

workspace can make you feel refreshed 

and organised. 

Remember your long-term goals for 

your salon. All business is cyclical. 

Use springtime to spruce up all your 

business strategies and your salon and 

get ready to capitalise on a fantastic 

summer season. 

SPRING 2024 EDITION 87


Workplace 

Law Update 

As we near the final quarter of 2024, 

the National led coalition government 

is well settled in. In this article, we 

explore what this has meant for New 

Zealand’s employment, health and 

safety and immigration laws over 

the last year, and update you on the 

emerging themes and changes we are 

seeing in workplaces that relate to the 

beauty industry. 

EMPLOYMENT LAW 

Tikanga in the workplace 

Recent Employment Court decisions 

regarding the application of tikanga/ 

tikanga values in the workplace 

have highlighted the importance of 

employers applying these values 

appropriately for their workplace 

context, at least where they have 

committed to this or are otherwise 

asked to take account of cultural 

considerations by employees. 

The Court has commented that to 

uphold tikanga/tikanga values in the 

workplace, effort must be applied and 

sustained from beginning to end of 

the employment relationship and this 

requires more than simple translations 

that seek to embed tikanga/Te Ao Māori 

in pakeha concepts. Employers are 

expected to engage appropriate tikanga 

experts or cultural advisors to build on 

their understanding and application of 

the same. 

EMPLOYEE OR CONTRACTOR? 

This area of law is developing quickly 

both through legislation and the courts. 

Scrutiny of independent contractor 

arrangements by the courts continues 

and employers are well advised to 

review these arrangements to make 

sure they are fit for purpose. 

The Uber Decision: Raiser Operations 

BV v E Tū Inc [2024] NZCA 403 

The Court of Appeal has dismissed the 

Appeal against the 2022 Employment 

Court decision that found that the 

four Uber and Uber Eats drivers were 

employees rather than contractors. 

In the landmark judgement, the Court of 

Appeal affirmed the test set out in the 

Supreme Court case of Bryson v Three 

Foot Six Ltd [2005] NZSC 34. Using this 

test the Court of Appeal found that the 

real nature of the relationship between 

the four drivers and Uber was that the 

drivers were employees of the Uber 

companies at times when they were 

logged into the Uber driver app. 

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Business 

BITES 

Employment status is the gate through 

which a worker must pass before they 

can access minimum employment 

entitlements, such as minimum wage, 

minimum hours of work, rest and 

meal breaks, holidays, parental leave, 

domestic violence leave, bereavement 

leave and the ability to pursue a personal 

grievance. 

If you have not had your independent 

contractor arrangements reviewed 

recently, the risk of challenge in the 

current landscape is significant and we 

recommend seeking advice on these 

to ensure the relationship is accurately 

reflected. 

LAW CHANGE 

Following the recent Court of Appeal 

decision in the Uber case (discussed 

above), the government has announced 

potential changes to Employment 

Law to clarify whether a worker is an 

employee or contractor. 

The amendment to the Employment 

Relations Act will add in a test with four 

criteria: 

• A written agreement with the worker, 

specifying they are an independent 

contractor. 

• The business does not restrict the 

worker from working for another 

business (including competitors) 

• The business does not require the 

worker to be available to work on 

specific times of day or days, or for 

a minimum number of hours OR the 

worker can sub-contract the work. 

• The business does not terminate 

the contract if the worker does 

not accept an additional task or 

engagement. 

If all four criteria are met, then the 

worker would be a contractor. If one of 

the four criteria did not apply, then the 

existing legislation test would apply. 

Workplace Relations and Safety Minister 

Brooke van Velden said the changes 

would provide greater certainty for 

contractors and businesses. The 

changes are aimed to be introduced in 

2025. 

“The current process for workers 

challenging their employment status 

through the courts can be costly for 

business and can increase business 

uncertainty in general”, van Velden said. 

Employment Court Case: Siouxie Wiles 

In a recent Employment Court case, the 

University of Auckland has been ordered 

to pay microbiologist Siouxsie Wiles 

$20,000 in damages for failure to meet 

their health and safety obligations as 

her employer to protect her during the 

Covid-19 Pandemic. The case highlights 

that employers’ obligations can include 

protecting their staff when they are 

in the media and facing threats and 

harassment. 

This case is a message to employers 

that protecting an employee’s safety 

may need to stretch above and beyond 

what is in an existing health and safety 

plan, with a specific risk assessment and 

plan needed to address new hazards and 

any risk arising for particular employees. 

In an age of social media, being in the 

media can open employees to an array 

of threats and harassment and an 

employer has obligations to protect their 

employees who perform their role in the 

media. 

HEALTH AND SAFETY 

Protecting against risks to mental 

health is firmly on WorkSafe’s radar. 

It is investigating complaints, and we 

anticipate a prosecution in respect of 

harm to mental health to happen soon. 

Employers whose health and safety 

management plan does not deal with 

bullying, harassment, discrimination or 

psychosocial risks and mental health 

are likely to be exposed in this respect, 

with recent statistics indicating 29% 

of complaints to WorkSafe are mental 

health related. 

Health and Safety at Work Act 2015 

With ten years of the Health and Safety 

at Work Act 2015 (HSWA), the coalition 

National and Act government has 

announced it is committed to reforming 

health and safety law and regulations 

and has started consultation on this. 

The changes are a response to what 

MBIE described as “an outdated and 

incomplete regulatory framework”, 

where it has previously highlighted the 

need for reform in areas where workers 

operate machinery, use equipment, 

or work at heights which account 

for almost 80% of New Zealand’s 

work-related deaths (roughly double 

Australian rates). 

Minister Brooke van Velden explained the 

“The health and safety system needs 

to be clear, sensible, proportionate, 

and effective. The steps businesses 

and workers take to protect health and 

safety should be considered appropriate 

and meaningful, rather than just another 

tick-box exercise”. 

OTHER LAW CHANGES 

There are also key law changes coming 

around: 

• Paid parental leave - Leave and 

Employment Protection Act 1987, 

eligible parents are entitled to 

payments equal to their normal pay 

up to the current maximum rate. 

From 1 July 2024: 

o The maximum weekly rate for 

paid parental leave will increase 

from $712.17 to $754.87 gross per 

week. 

o The minimum parental leave 

payment rate for self-employed 

parents will increase from $227 to 

$231.50 gross per week to reflect 

the minimum wage increase that 

occurred on 1 April 2024. 

IMMIGRATION 

Targeted review of AEWV scheme 

The government will be completing 

a targeted consultation on the AEWV 

scheme to align the scheme with the 

priorities below: 

• Rebuilding the economy and 

improving New Zealand’s productivity 

• Delivering better public services and 

protecting the integrity of the border 

• Attracting top talent and skills, and 

• Advancing international priorities, 

particularly in the Pacific. 

The consultation will likely run from 

September to November 2024 and will 

likely explore substantial changes to the 

AEWV scheme. 


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Key Fee Changes 

INZ has announced increases in 

application fees across the board 

effective from 1 October 2024. A link to 

the full table confirming application fee 

increases can be found here. 

Support for Pacific Visas & Refugees: No 

fee increases for Recognised Seasonal 

Employer, Pacific Access Category, and 

Samoan Quota visas. Refugee Quota 

and related programmes will continue to 

be funded. 

Visa applications submitted before the 

fee changes take effect on 1 October 

2024 will be processed against current 

application fees (not the increased 

application fee). 

Specific Purpose Work Visa 

INZ has opened a new subcategory 

of the Specific Purpose Work Visa to 

provide short-term relief to employers 

in industries with upcoming seasonal 

peaks. 

KEEPING UP TO 

DATE WITH CHANGES 

For advice and guidance on any of the 

above, or questions on employment, 

immigration or health and safety at 

work, our team can help. In a changing 

legal landscape employers can access 

Information provided by Copeland 

Ashcroft Workplace Lawyers: providing 

specialist advice, representation 

and support across employment, 

immigration and health and safety law, 

to businesses throughout New Zealand. 

To receive invitations to Copeland 

Ashcroft workshop and seminar series, 

and keep up to date with the latest on 

Employment, Health and Safety and 

Immigration law issues, visit www. 

copelandashcroft.co.nz and subscribe. 

guidance and support by seeking the right 

advice and documentation to support 

this, ensuring they remain competitive 

in the current market and managing risk 

appropriately amidst the headwinds that 

the beauty industry faces. 

Kate Ashcroft 


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your dollars at home by taking advantage of these brilliant 

budget-friendly products for everyday self-care. 

GLAM BY MANICARE 

PRECISION MINI EYELASH CURLER 

Small but mighty, this is the perfect tool to give 

eyes instant lift and drama. Expertly designed 

to enhance natural lashes or seamlessly blend 

false lashes, it features soft silicone pads (top 

and bottom) for comfort and to prevent lash 

damage, while the ultra-mini head ensures 

that even the 

tiniest lashes are 

lifted and curled 

to perfection. 

Manicare.co.nz 

LUSH MERRY KISSMAS LIP SCRUB 

Embrace the upcoming festive season while 

treating your lips. Massage the caster sugar 

scrub into lips and allow conditioning Fair 

Trade shea butter to work its magic. Scented 

with sweet blackcurrant and fruity davana oil. 

Lush.com/nz 

NATIO UTOPIA RICH REVIVAL CUTICLE OIL 

Keep your nails in tip top condition between appointments with this 

heavenly oil treatment. Featuring moisturising Jojoba, Vitamin E and 

Coconut Oil to nurture cuticles and nail growth. natio.com.au 

VALANOLIA OLIVE 

ESSENCE BODY WASH 

LADY JAYNE 

GEMTIP MINI 

BRUSH 

Small but mighty, and 

sprinkled with fun, this 

compact brush is perfect 

to tuck in your handbag 

or keep close at hand on 

your office desk. Featuring 

a 3D Flexi-Control base 

with ultra-soft flexible 

bristles to remove tangles 

effortlessly, on wet or dry 

hair. Ladyjayne.co.nz 

Hydrating and nourishing, this 

oil-in-gel body wash is powered 

by the botanical benefits of 

premium-grade extra virgin olive 

oil. The multi-sensory luxurious 

formula deeply cleanses as it 

also hydrates and restores skin. 

Valanolia.com.au 

MONDAY HAIRCARE 

Add moisture and volume to your hair every 

day of the week (not just Monday!) with the 

brilliantly affordable MONDAY range. The new 

reformulated collection is dermatologically 

tested, pH balanced and contains no sulfates 

or parabens. Your hair will thank you for 

making the switch. mondayhaircare.com 

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BEAUTYNZ MAGAZINE

NATURAL BEAUTY 

The beauty evolution has seen a blurring of the lines 

between everyday makeup looks, special occasion 

choices and even bridal make up. We’ve chosen two 

of our favourite jane iredale beauty looks – created for 

a bride but versatile enough to create anytime you’re 

looking to showcase your natural beauty. 

Luscious 

Goddess 

Jane Iredale’s Global Makeup Artist & 

Educator Nechelle Turner was in New 

Zealand recently for PSB’s National 

Conference and created this beautiful 

makeup look. 

Recreate the look with jane iredale 

Smooth Affair Brightening Primer, 

Glow Time Pro in GT4 Foundation, 

Pommisst Hydration Spray. Eyes: 

ColorLuxe Eyeshadow Sticks in 

Midnight and Bronze, Lash Fixation 

Tubing Mascara, Black/Grey Eye 

Pencil. Cheeks: PureBronze Bronzer 

in Medium, Glow Time Highlighter 

Stick in Cosmos. Lips: Warm Rose 

Lip Pencil, Beyond Matte Lip Stain in 

Blissed Out 

Simple 

Glam 

NECHELLE’S MAKEUP 

TIPS FOR BRIDES: 

• Always have a trial run with your makeup 

artist at least a month in advance 

• Never wax brows the same morning of 

your wedding. (I suggest 72-48 hours 

before) 

• Facials should be done a minimum of 

three weeks prior 

• Use a lip stain for the ceremony, add a 

gloss during the reception 

• Make sure to carry a flocked sponge and 

your powder for quick t-zone touch ups, 

lip products, and take lash glue if false 

lashes are being worn. 

This look is extremely versatile and 

was also created by jane iredale 

Makeup Artist Nechelle Turner. 

Recreate the look with Smooth Affair 

Illuminating Glow Primer, Glow Time 

Pro BB Cream GT1 Foundation, 

Amazing Base Loose Powder in Ivory, 

D2O Hydration Spray and PureMatch 

Concealer in shade 2N. Eyes: ColorLuxe 

Eyeshadow Stick in Rosé, Eye Pencil in 

Taupe, Lash Fixation Tubing Mascara. 

Brows: PureBrow Brow Gel in Neutral 

Blonde, PureBrow Brow Powder in 

Neutral Blonde. Cheeks: Merry & Bright 

Limited Edition Holiday Face Palette, 

PurePressed Blush in Barely Rose, Glow 

Time Highlighter Stick in Cosmos. Lips: 

Lip Liner in Nude, ColorLuxe Lipstick in 

Tutu, HydroPure Gloss in Mocha Latte. 


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NATURAL BEAUTY 

Embrace radiant beauty looks 

with the newest offerings from 

100% clean brand Nude by 

Nature. Treat your skin to an 

enviable satin finish with Natural 

Mineral Cover, offering buildable 

sheer to full coverage (as well 

as SPF15). Choose from five 

highly-pigmented shades in the 

Natural Illusion Eye Palette and 

finish with Absolute Volumising 

Mascara. nudebynature.co.nz 

SPRING 

BEAUTY 

Healthy glowing skin is at the heart 

of Spring beauty looks. Natural 

formulations, along with makeup 

infused with skincare benefits are 

shining bright,while professional 

beauty formulations offer solutions 

for problem skin. 

GET YOUR GLOW ON 

Two new NARS offerings to lock in a 

naturally radiant look. Prep skin with 

Light Reflecting Hydrating Primer, to 

help improve skin texture, reduce the 

look of fine lines and boost brightness. 

Finish off with Light Reflecting 

Makeup Setting Mist. Not your average 

setting spray - it’s water, sweat, and 

humidity-resistant, ensuring makeup 

stays as vibrant as when you first 

applied it, whilst shielding skin from 

blue light and pollution. mecca.com.au 

EYE ALERT 

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Add instant eye 

drama with this 

velvety Aleph liner in 

onyx. A lush waterbased 

gel using all 

natural ingredients 

for smudge-resistant 

lines and accents. 

Alephbeauty.com 

SUN-KISSED SKIN 

Enjoy hydration, protection 

and a radiant complexion 

with DermaFIX BB Cream 

Bronzed. Specially designed 

for olive-toned and tanned skin, 

it smoothes and perfects while 

camouflaging imperfections. 

houseofcamille.co.nz

BLURRED 

BOUNDARIES 

Enjoy luminous dewy skin 

with Glossier’s Cloud Paint 

Gel Cream Blush. Offering 

a seamless, buildable finish, 

you can even mix and match 

multiple shades for your own 

customised preference. 

mecca.com 

SKIN PERFECTION 

The ultimate multi-tasker 

with eight skin enhancing 

benefits in one, Elizabeth 

Arden’s HydraPlay 

is a must have for the 

skin minimalist. Beyond 

plumping skin with instant 

and lasting hydration, it 

brightens, refines pores, 

controls oil, primes and 

perfects skin ready for 

makeup or natural skin 

glow. elizabetharden.com 

A SIGNATURE BLEND 

This loose mineral powder 

foundation diffuses the 

appearance of redness and 

discolouration. Aspect Minerals 

POWDER provides sheer to 

medium buildable coverage 

for a perfectly flawless finish. 

aspectskincare.com 

BALMY DAYS 

Nourish and hydrate lips while 

protecting them from the sun, all 

whilst washing with a hint of lush 

tint.The only lip treat you’ll need this 

spring, COOLA Liplux Tinted Balm 

Sunscreen (SPF30) delivers a sheer 

buildable formula and four naturally 

flavoured shades (Firecracker, 

Summer Crush, Nude Beach and 

Skinny Dip). beautycare.co.nz 

LIP SERVICE 

Treat your lips while creating the 

perfect pout for any occasion with 

Osmosis Superfood Lip Oils. This 

glide on lip treatment and gloss 

is packed with hydrating active 

ingredients that visibly plump and 

protect, providing a juicy slick 

of hydrating sheen. Super silky, 

deeply hydrating and tingle-free. 

Now available in three new shades 

(Nectar, Brulee and Garnet). 

Osmosisskin.co.nz 

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Beauty NEWS 

Karen Murrell 

continues 

global growth 

The global expansion of New Zealand’s 

favourite home-grown lipstick brand 

continues, with a lofty goal of 25 

markets by the end of 2024. 

Lipstick founder and designer Karen 

Murrell has used the time of recession 

to redesign her range. With 47 lipstick 

shades in the Karen Murrell collection, 

each one has been redesigned and 

repackaged to better reflect the changes 

and diversity of the post-covid world. 

“Karen Murrell as a brand has gone 

through a post covid rebuild. I spent 18 

months redesigning each of my Karen 

Murrell girls and have been incredibly 

proactive in my expansion plans,” says 

Karen. 

The Chinese market has continued to 

recover exponentially and Karen Murrell 

sales footprint at home in New Zealand 

and Australia has remained steady. 

“New Zealand remains my most 

important market as you need to have 

a strong retail presence to build on 

international expansion,” she says. 

“Buyers overseas won't take a serious 

look at your brand unless you have proved 

the success of your brand in your home 

market.” 

Over the last six months Karen has shifted 

her focus to expanding her global markets 

and her travels have taken her to the 

United States, Canada, the Middle East 

and throughout Asia. 

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“There’s a sense of normality and forward 

paced movement in the world again. 

I’m very fortunate that my focus has 

always been to build and nurture really 

strong relationships with my markets and 

distributors as the brand has expanded, 

which means we are equipped to ride out 

the lows and enjoy the highs together.” 

As a result of her strong rebuild strategy, 

along with re-investment in the redesign 

of packaging, and commitment to 

expanding her range to ensure a wide 

variety of colours ensuring wearability 

and versatility world-wide, Karen is 

excited to announce future expansion 

into new markets that include a two year 

roll out strategy into the United States 

and Canada, and new distributors and 

stockists in Dubai, Kuwait, Malaysia, 

Vietnam, Macau, Slovenia, Hong Kong, 

New Caledonia and the Pacific Islands. 

“The United States remains the largest 

beauty market in the world and buyers 

saw that our products were different and 

had a strong unique selling point which 

made a massive difference. My key focus 

going forward is expansion throughout 

Europe and continued market penetration 

within our existing and exciting new 

markets,” adds Karen. 

She is also delighted to announce that 

Karen Murrell is the official lipstick of 

Jazeera Airways with a partnership that 

see’s all aircrew supplied with the brand, 

retail support, in air and online sales and 

a special lipstick chosen and custom redesigned 

for Jazeera, 11 Scarlett Blaze. 

“We’re enjoying a great year of 

collaborations and I’m really proud of 

our partnership with Jazeera Airways to 

support the expansion of the brand in 

Kuwait and throughout the Middle East,” 

says Karen. 

Karen Murrell believes in clean, natural 

beauty, with lipsticks designed in New 

Zealand and made from the finest 

natural and nourishing ingredients, 

including avocado and evening primrose 

oils, candelilla, carnauba wax, cinnamon, 

and sweet orange. Karen Murrell 

only use natural Mica and Iron Oxide 

pigments and are free from parabens, 

coal tar, carmine, mineral oils and 

triclosan. Karen Murrells’ manufacturing 

process is also cruelty free. 

karenmurrell.com

1. 

Beauty 

LIP 

LOVE 

2. 

Add instant impact to your look, 

day or night, with a burst of lush lip 

colour, whether the boldest red or 

most subtle neutral. 

3. 

Create instant personality with a 

pop of lip focus (whether lipstick, lip 

tint, lip crayon or lip oil) and choose 

drama, shimmer or lip smacking 

wow factor with our top 9 faves. 

5. 

4. 

6. 

7. 

9. 

8. 

1. Nude by Nature Moisture Infusion Lipgloss, Tea Rose | 2. Aleph Reve Lip/Cheek Tint | 3. Basalaj Boss Liquid Lips 

4. Lük Beautifood Lipstick Crayon, Berry Bite | 5. NARS Provocateur Explicit Lipstick | 6. Dries Van Noten Malachite Snake 

7. Peachy Lip Co Lip Oil | 8. Augustinus Bader x Sophia Coppola The Tinted Balm | 9. Hennè Organics Lip Tint, NightFall 


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Industry NEWS 

Plump It! 

launches in 

New Zealand 

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As industry experts, the terms ‘Lip Flip’ 

and ‘Lip Filler’ are commonly used inclinic 

whether you offer this cosmetic 

service or simply have clients in search 

of advice on how to obtain the perfect 

pout by enhancing their natural lips. 

It’s no surprise given that ‘Lip Filler’ 

dominates in popularity on Instagram 

with 5.7M posts under the hashtag 

‘Lipfiller’. As social media continues to 

play a significant role in shaping beauty 

standards and trends, the popularity of 

this hashtag is only likely to grow. 

Plump It! is a British-born cosmeceutical 

brand, leading the charge for advanced 

cosmetics. The brand’s award-winning 

formulations mimic the effect of clinic 

procedures such as lip filler, hyaluronic 

acid filler and dermal filler. The Plump 

It! mission is to create safe, effective, 

non-invasive and affordable alternatives 

or enhancements. 

In clinical trials, Plump It! lip plumpers 

showed incredible results up to: 

- 61% increase in lip surface area 

- 101% increase hyaluronic acid 

synthesis 

- 223% increase in collagen production 

- 51% increase in lip hydration levels 


So how is this achieved? The advanced 

formulations use key active ingredients 

such as; Palmitoyl Tripeptide 38, Sodium 

Hyaluronate, Palmitoyl Tripeptide 5, 

Lactic Acid, and Niacinamide. 

Plump It! has partnered with Boutique 

Beauty Brands to bring its award 

winning and TikTok famous range of 

cosmetics to the professional market in 

New Zealand. Boutique Beauty Brands 

Founder, Amanda Basher, says “we are 

thrilled to bring this disruptive range to 

market and be able to offer clinics an 

innovative retail range that targets so 

many potential clients from those that 

can't have filler (but want the effects 

of filler), all the way through to clients 

looking for maintenance or a boost in 

between their injectable appointments.” 

You don't have to search far to see the 

results of Plump It! firsthand. The brand 

runs disruptive, social media-driven 

marketing campaigns, dominating 

the cosmeceutical lip plumping space 

across major social platforms. With 

over 165k followers on Instagram alone, 

Plump It! is set to continue to listen to 

their customers wants and needs and 

remain innovative in the cosmeceutical 

space. 

The range includes the market-leading 

Volumising Lip Plumper and Hyaluronic 

Lip Plumper, each containing active 

ingredients at the right concentrations 

to have visible results. Underpinned by 

clinical research and backed by science, all 

of the products are cruelty free as well as 

free from harmful parabens or sulphates. 

With the transformative beauty market 

being the fastest growing beauty sector 

globally, Plump It! are bridging the gap 

between cosmetic procedures and 

transformative beauty products, and 

dominating the lip plumping space 

globally. 

For further information and to 

experience Plump It! firsthand, contact 

Boutique Beauty Brands on support@ 

boutiquebeautybrands.co.nz or visit 

boutiquebeautybrands.co.nz

TRANSFORMATIVE COSMETICS 

Plump It! is a disruptive, British-born cosmeceutical brand, leading the charge for 

advanced cosmetics. Our award-winning formulas scientifically mimic the effect of clinic 

procedures such as lip filler, hyaluronic acid filler and dermal filler making it the perfect 

enhancement or replacement. 

In clinical trials, our lip plumpers showed incredible results up to: 

61% increase in lip surface area 

101% increase hyaluronic acid synthesis 

223% increase in collagen production 

51% increase in lip hydration levels 

TIKTOK VIRAL! VEGAN CLINICALLY PROVEN NO PARABENS OR SULPHATES NEVER TESTED ON ANIMALS 

Plump It! is proudly brought to New Zealand by Boutique Beauty Brands 

e-support@boutiquebeautybrands.co.nz | www.boutiquebeautybrands.co.nz

Industry 

NEWS 

THE ESSENCE OF 

PARADISE 

A shared love of natural beauty and 

ingredients by mother-daughter duo 

Gaëtane and Andrèe Austin is at 

the heart of the iconic and globally 

successful spa wellness Pure Fiji brand. 

Now celebrating its 25th birthday, the 

same early passion for ensuring each 

Pure Fiji product is infused with wild 

ingredients and a focus on seed to 

skin philosophy remains, alongside a 

modern focus around sleek and minimal 

packaging. 

Over its impressive evolution, Pure Fiji 

has developed a luxurious collection of 

skin and body care products. The spa 

only brand has been lovingly designed to 

support spa rituals, self-care and resultdriven 

skincare solutions. 

Pure Fiji products and spa rituals have 

earned rave reviews, won countless 

awards, and gained the trust of spas and 

salons worldwide. 

Pure Fiji founders Gaëtane and Andrèe Austin 

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Plant-based 

formulas include 

skin cell regenerating 

coconut kinetin, 

antioxidant-rich 

cold-pressed seed oils, 

skin brightening kakadu 

plum - the world’s richest 

source of vitamin C, moistureholding 

plant collagen and ngi 

grass, along with powerful peptides 

that deliver intense nourishment and 

hydration. 

Natural ingredients are slow grown 

and allowed to ripen naturally, before 

being wild harvested from their natural 

habitat. Nuts and seeds are collected by 

hand, and oils are cold pressed at source 

leaving amazing nutrients and benefits in 

the product (and continuing the brand’s 

dedication to minimising its carbon 

footprint). 

The Pure Fiji beautifully fragrant 

collection includes intensive nourishing 

body oils, creamy coconut lotions, 

nourishing body butters, hydrating 

hand cremes, brightening shower gels, 

handmade soaps and fresh sugar scrubs. 

For centuries South Pacific Islanders have 

used a balanced blend of pure coconut 

and exotic drift nut oils infused with 

flower extracts to nourish, hydrate and 

beautify skin and hair. 

This awareness around natural beauty 

and Fiji ingredients sparked Gaëtane and 

Andrée Austin’s vision to bring the best 

of these traditional blends to spas around 

the globe. Along the way, they became 

pioneers in the research, packaging, and 

use of virgin coconut oil commercially. 

From humble beginnings in the family 

kitchen with five dedicated staff wrapping 

hand-made soaps and bottling body 

oil, Pure Fiji now operates a cosmetic 

manufacturing laboratory which 

produces a full skin and body care line 

and employs over 200 people across two 

factories in Fiji’s capital, Suva. 

Marking the Pure Fiji 25th birthday 

comes a transformative rebranding and 

repackaging initiative designed to elevate 

the essence of Fiji’s natural beauty and 

craftmanship. 

The new modern design is set to roll out 

in spa and salons, along with beautifully 

curated sample boxes to showcase 

the new packaging. Sleek, minimal and 

contemporary, the new packaging has 

been created to reflect the natural island 

beauty of Fiji. 

Nz.purefiji.com

Industry 

NEWS 

STRIVING 

FOR GOLD 

Photo credit: 

Coocoon Beauty 

and Day Spa 

Setting standards for excellence, 

ensuring positive client outcomes and 

providing set protocols for providers 

is all part of the Dermapen Gold 

Microneedling treatment offering. 

As exclusive distributors of the 

Dermapen4 TM Microneedling device, 

Probeauty ensures that the device 

and the skincare used always follow 

protocols set by DermapenWorld, 

creators of the device and Dp 

Dermaceuticals for best outcomes 

and practise. 

This is achieved through the 

thoughtfully and stringently designed 

Dermapen Gold Authorised Treatment 

Provider (Gold ATP) Programme. 

When a clinic becomes Gold, it shows 

they are a leader in microneedling and 

advanced skincare. This New Zealand 

exclusive status, praised and envied 

by skin professionals and industry 

leaders globally, is crucial for building a 

successful microneedling business. 

A Dermapen Gold ATP follows the latest 

protocols from DermapenWorld, who 

conduct clinical trials to determine 

industry best practices. They also 

achieve outstanding client outcomes 

through meticulous training, the latest 

clinically proven techniques, and the 

use of Dp Dermaceuticals, an exclusive 

skincare brand designed for safe and 

superior microneedling. 

Gold ATP Clinics benefit from entry into 

the annual Dermapen Gold ATP High 

Performance Practitioner Awards along 

with ongoing support and strategic 

marketing campaigns that emphasise 

to potential clients the importance of 

choosing a Dermapen Gold ATP for 

exceptional long-term results. 

probeauty.co.nz 

EMPOWERING WOMEN 

TO EMBRACE 

A boutique-style conference aiming 

to help revolutionise the approach to 

menopause care is being hosted in 

Sydney next February. 

The "Thriving Through Menopause 

Symposium" will bring together 

practitioners and professionals from a 

broad spectrum of menopause specialties 

for a day of insightful discussions and 

networking opportunities. 

Chiza Westcarr, a passionate educator in 

the aesthetics arena with over 20 years 

of experience, has spearheaded this 

initiative. 

"While the menopausal woman is the 

mainstay of the aesthetic practice, there 

is very little consideration given to her 

overall well-being beyond the ageing face. 

This symposium aims to change that 

paradigm," she says. 

The industry focused conference (for 

cosmetic doctors, nurses and skin 

therapists) is designed to address 

the holistic needs of menopausal 

women, covering topics ranging from 

hormonal changes and mental health to 

cardiovascular disease, bladder health, 

vaginal health, skin health and more. 

Renowned experts will share evidencebased 

information and debunk myths 

surrounding menopause, empowering 

practitioners to better assist women in 

embracing this transformative phase of life. 

"This symposium is about raising 

awareness, providing valuable resources, 

fostering collaboration, and empowering 

practitioners with tools to enable their 

patients to better advocate for themselves 

during menopause," says Westcarr. "The 

menopausal woman deserves better, and 

Chiza Westcarr 

together, as an industry, we can make this 

a reality.” 

The "Thriving Through Menopause 

Symposium" is being held on 24 February 

2025 at the State Library of NSW. For 

registration and more information, visit 

thrivingthroughmenopause.com.au 


Industry NEWS 

THE 

Lotus 

POWER 

OF 

What sets Acala Stem apart is its 

commitment to clean beauty. 

A life-changing trip to 

Cambodia introduced 

Australian entrepreneur 

Leanne Savage to the wonder 

of the Lotus flower, and 

the power of its stem – in 

everything from fabric to oil. 

Having discovered numerous benefits 

of this little-known natural ingredient, 

her brand Acala Stem has gone on to 

make waves in the beauty industry, with 

its signature Blue Stem Lotus Oil at the 

heart of this success. 

Acala Stem Blue Lotus Oil recently won 

Gold in the Clean and Conscious Beauty 

Awards, ahead of renowned and well 

proven international brands. 

“Our Blue Lotus Face Oil is a 

powerhouse of natural ingredients. 

We’ve combined the mystical blue lotus 

absolute oil with Australian-grown jojoba 

oil, creating a synergy that purifies and 

rejuvenates both skin and hair,” she says. 

The oil’s benefits are extensive, offering 

everything from fine line reduction and 

pore minimization to sebum control and 

collagen synthesis promotion. It’s also 

gaining traction as a makeup primer, 

suitable for nearly all skin types. 

“Unlike many products on the market, 

our Blue Lotus Oil is free from synthetic 

fragrances or chemicals that can cause 

headaches and irritation,” says Leanne. 

“With only two high quality ingredients, 

we believe in harnessing the power of 

nature to deliver real results.” 

The brand’s eco-conscious approach 

extends beyond its formulations. Acala 

Stem has expanded its skincare range to 

include luxury lotus silk – an innovative 

and sustainable textile made from 

lotus flower stems. The range includes 

Cleansing Cloths (50% lotus/50% 

organic cotton and 100% pure lotus), 

Eco Cleansing Pads, and Pillowcases 

(50% lotus/50% organic cotton and 

100% pure lotus). 

Acala Stem’s lotus silk has been 

clinically-tested with an antibacterial 

activity (antibiosis) of greater than 99%*. 

It’s also fast drying, therefore avoiding 

odours or bacteria build up. 

Acala Stem Blue Lotus Face Oil supports 

the growth of a brand with fierce 

humanitarian and environmental values, 

reflecting a commitment to providing 

clean beauty solutions. Acala Stem is 

also Global Winner of the prestigious 

Duchess of York Special Award, 

recognising the brand’s commitment 

to sustainability and innovation in the 

beauty sector. 

* Testing was performed to the Korean Standard KS K 0693:2016. (Staphylococcus aureus, Klebsiella pneumoniae). 


Wai Ariki Hot Springs and Spa a 

finalist for World Architecture Awards 

Rotorua’s luxury lakefront spa, Wai 

Ariki Hot Springs and Spa, has been 

nominated as a finalist at the World 

Architecture Festival (WAF) 2024. 

BODY: Designed to combine Rotorua’s 

natural geothermal resources with 

traditional Ngāti Whakaue wellbeing 

practices, the unique spa has made 

its mark against some of the world’s 

most innovative projects in the WAF 

Completed Buildings – Hotel and Leisure 

category. The winners at the world’s 

largest architecture awards will be 

announced in Singapore in November. 

Developed by Pukeroa Lakefront Holdings 

Limited (PLHL) and designed by RCG, 

Wai Ariki Hot Springs and Spa has already 

hosted thousands of manuhiri (visitors) 

since it opened in June last year. It has also 

already won numerous design awards. 

PLHL Chairman, David Tapsell, is proud 

of the international attention Wai Ariki 

is receiving and says to be shortlisted 

is already a win for everyone involved, 

including PLHL, the Wai Ariki team, spa 

manager Belgravia, designers RCG, 

Ngāti Whakaue, and the wider Rotorua 

community. 

“Wai Ariki lives and breathes through 

an innovative, authentic design that’s 

specific to our rohe, envisioned by the 

minds of Ngāti Whakaue mana whenua, 

and delivered by Kiwi architects. This 

latest recognition places it on a pedestal 

in front of the world,” Mr Tapsell says. 

“We are proud to deliver an experience 

that is tightly woven with who we are 

as Ngāti Whakaue, and to be able share 

our unique heritage and manaakitanga 

with the world in this way. In turn, we are 

extremely proud of the future outcomes 

it will deliver for our whānau, both now 

and into the years ahead.” 

Inspired by Ngāti Whakaue cultural 

narratives, the physical design of Wai 

Ariki is infused with local whakairo (Māori 

carvings) and designs, while reflecting 

the volcanic colour palette of the 

surrounding rohe. 

Wai Ariki Hot Springs and Spa General 

Manager, Debbie Robertson, says the 

building itself is an important part of the 

Wai Ariki experience, highlighting and 

reinforcing the Ngāti Whakaue legacy. 

“Our spa experiences are inextricably 

linked with the physical space, with 

each drawing from and supporting the 

other as manuhiri experience Wai Ariki, 

the indigenous spa treatments, natural 

mineral waters, and the Ngāti Whakaue 

story that underpins every part. 

“We know from our manuhiri – and 

especially those that have visited spa 

destinations overseas – that they see and 

feel the cultural nuance throughout, and 

as a result, they feel it is vastly unique to 

anything they have seen or experienced 

before. 

“This is the feeling that everyone involved 

has worked so hard to bring together, 

and the Wai Ariki team have the privilege 

of being on the frontline to see manuhiri 

experience it firsthand.” 

Pictured above: 

Wai Ariki Hot Springs and Spa front entrance 

Wai Ariki Hot Springs and Spa – 

Āhuru Mōwai – Spa Sanctuary 

Wai Ariki Hot Springs and Spa geothermal pools – 

part of Wai Whakaora – Restorative Journey experience 


Industry 

NEWS 

UNIVERSAL 

BEAUTY 

Joanna See 

Auckland home-based aesthetic 

clinic BellaBelle Beauty is supporting 

and empowering women through its 

involvement in Miss Universe New 

Zealand 2024. 

BellaBelle Beauty owner Joanna See 

is proud to step up as a Gold Sponsor 

for Miss Universe New Zealand 2024, a 

decision she says aligns with her mission 

to empower individuals through beauty 

and self-confidence. 

“As part of the prestigious event, we will 

be offering our signature services to the 

Miss Universe candidates, showcasing 

our expertise in enhancing natural 

beauty,” she says. 

“We specialise in a variety of beauty and 

aesthetic services, including cosmetic 

tattooing, skincare treatments, brow and 

lash enhancements, HIFU and Picoway 

laser treatments. Our goal is to help 

clients enhance their natural beauty 

through safe and advanced techniques. 

A registered nurse, Joanna has held 

licenses in the Philippines, New Zealand, 

the United States, and Australia. Her 

medical background gives her the 

confidence and expertise to provide safe, 

high-quality aesthetic treatments. 

“I transitioned into the beauty industry 

because of my passion for enhancing 

natural appearances and helping others 

feel beautiful. Our clinic prioritizes both 

aesthetics and safety, ensuring each 

procedure is done with the utmost care.” 

BellaBelle Beauty is a member of NZARBP. 

“This membership is important to us 

because it reflects our commitment to 

maintaining high professional standards 

and adhering to best practices in the 

beauty industry. Being part of NZARBP 

ensures that our clients receive safe, 

regulated, and top-quality services, 

which is at the core of BellaBelle Beauty's 

values.” 

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FRESH 

FOOD 

FOR THE 

SOUL 

Keeping across a commitment 

to wellbeing and self-care can be 

challenging when travelling. Journeying 

via Auckland Airport just got a 

whole lot more nutritionally exciting, 

thanks to the recent debut of popular 

Australian fast food brand Soul Origin. 

Bringing its signature blend of nutritious 

and delicious offerings to satisfy Kiwi 


tastebuds, Soul Origin is well known for 

its fresh and fast menu offerings. 

Located in the Auckland Domestic 

Airport, Soul Origin New Zealand 

supports local, with the majority of its 

produce sourced locally, supporting NZ 

farmers and growers. 

The exception is its barista-crafted 

coffee, brewed from beans sourced 

directly from their origin and toasted 

locally in Wellington. 

“Food and family are fuel for our soul,” 

says Soul Food co-founder Hao Quach. 

“It provides us a connection and 

belonging and that is the true essence 

of Soul Origin.” 

The Auckland Airport Soul Origin marks 

the New Zealand debut for the brand, 

with a second store already following at 

Manawa Bay. 

Soulorigin.co.nz

Brands 

TO 

watch 

Australian natural botanical superingredients 

are the inspiration behind Aya 

Skincare. Developed by female chemical 

engineer and cosmetic chemist, Xhoana 

Naci, Aya Skincare launched earlier this 

year and just six-months post launch, 

sold out several times, and is now 

stocked in multiple countries. 

Coupling the power of natural botanical 

ingredients with modern innovative 

science, the range of expertly curated 

skincare essentials includes masks, 

moisturisers and serums. 

SKINCARE 

From Davidson Plum, Emu Apple, White 

Willow Bark, Kangaroo Paw, Wattleseed, 

Kakadu Plum, Quandong, Desert Lime, 

Mountain Pepperberry to Waratah; Aya 

Skincare has put Australia and its native 

selection of botanical ingredients on the 

international stage. 

The collection offers products for 

differing moisture levels, with a 

clean, natural and inclusive option for 

every face. For custom hydration, the 

brand offers gel, oil and cream-based 

moisturiser consistencies. 

www.aya-skincare.com.au 

Skincare from the sea, OSEA brings 

conscious, clinically tested skin and 

body care with formulas powered by a 

unique blend of pure, potent seaweed 

and active botanicals. 

Born from generations of women 

inspired by the sea and its healing 

power, the OSEA lineup of seaweedinfused, 

skin-saving products has 

attracted A-list fans including Victoria 

Beckham and Brie Larson (both of 

whom love the Algae Body Oil). 

Vegan and cruelty free, OSEA was 

one of the first skincare companies to 

become Climate Neutral Certified and is 

also an Ocean Positive verified brand. 

With the extensive range now available 

in New Zealand, the collection is 

focused around potent seaweed and 

active botanicals, and includes Anti- 

Aging Body Balm, Salts of the Earth 

Body Scrub, Ocean Cleansing Milk, 

Hylauronic Sea Serum, Anti-Aging Sea 

Serum and Vagas Nerve Oil. 

Available at mecca.com 


Haircare 

Hair 

Love 

Treat your tresses to some fresh TLC with 

haircare products lovingly formulated to nourish 

and protect no matter what the season. 

1. 2. 

3 HOT 

HAIR TIPS 

By Michael Beel, Dyson NZ Styling Ambassador 

1. Use the right formulations when styling 

A pre-styling product (such as Dyson Chitosan 

Pre-Style Cream) uses conditioning agents to 

reduce frizz and protect natural shine. Using a 

blend of amino acids known to repair signs of 

surface damage, and hyaluronic acid to help 

hair feel moisturised, soft and smooth. 

2. Don’t overwash hair. 

Overwashing could dry it out further and 1-2 

times per week is plenty. And when hair is wet, 

never use a brush, use a wide tooth comb 

instead as hair is at its most fragile when wet. 

3. Rinse your hair after swimming. 

As the months get warmer, remember to rinse 

hair free of harsh chemicals and minerals from 

the ocean or chlorinated pools. 

3. 4. 

1. Dyson Special Edition: Immerse yourself in Dyson’s unique Strawberry Bronze and Blush Pink special-edition colourway for the holiday season, available 

across its haircare technology and accessories offerings. | 2. Valanolia: Add shine and dimension with Extra Virgin Olive Oil Shampoo and Conditioner from 

Valanoli. Containing hand-picked olives, hydrate and nourish your hair and scalp from the outside-in. | 3. JOICO InnerJoi: Enjoy naturally healthy hair with the 

InnerJoi collection of naturally derived formulas, Eco-conscious, earth friendly and 100% vegan. | 4. GHD LIMITED PINK EDITION: Continuing its legacy 

of supporting and raising awareness around breast cancer, the limited edition pink collection showcases ghd’s award-winning products in fondant pink. $20 

from every fondant pink limited edition purchase goes to Breast Cancer Foundation NZ | 5. MUVO Balayage Shampoo: Revolutionising haircare with specialty 

formulations for balayage hair, to ensure salon-quality maintenance between visits. 


5. 

Haircare 

6. 

7. 8. 

9. 10. 

6. PEACHY HAIR & BROW TAMER: Farewell pesky fly-aways and baby hairs with a swipe of this magical wand from Peachy Lip Co. Anti frizz, nongreasy, 

light and nourishing. | 7. A’kin Daily Shine Hair Mask: A hardworking hair mask designed to deeply nourish and strengthen hair from iconic 

botanical brand A’kin, specialising in 100% vegan and cruelty-free products. | 8. Sam McKnight: Revive and redefine curls, coils or waves with Cool 

Curls Refresh & Revive Mist, a hybrid care and styling nourishing spray. | 9. Shark SpeedStyle: Go from wet to dry ultra-fast with the nifty Shark 

SpeedStyle hair dryer. Comes with five stylers and intelligent heat and airflow adjustment. | 10. Pure Fiji Nourishing Exotic Coconut Oil: The ultimate 

multi-tasker, this lush botanical blend can be used as a hot oil hair treatment, after wash treatment or as a pre blow drying and styling oil, all whilst 

packing natural nourishment into hair. 


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2. 

FRESH 

FINDS 

Discover some of the hottest offerings from new and 

respected brands, available in-store and online now. 

3. 

1. 

1. A touch of Utopia: Natio’s new Utopia foot 

care collection transforms practical body care 

routines into divine moments of luxury, thanks 

to thoughtfully crafted products which lavish 

skin and nails in comfort and care. Powered by 

deeply restorative botanicals and plant-based 

ingredients, choose from Zen Energy Foot Soak, 

Sublime Renewal Foot Scrub and Nourishing 

Nirvana Foot Balm. natio.com.au 

2. Boost your immune system: Gear up for the 

upcoming festive season with a helping hand 

from AiOra, a 100% natural New Zealand 

supplement brand. New additions to the 

5th Quarter range focus on immune system 

supplementation, with the Immunity and 

Respiratory blends. The ‘nose to tail’ nutrition 

philosophy accesses the goodness from the most 

nutritionally valuable part of animals, with highly 

functional products made from freeze dried 

bovine organs and glands. Aioranz.com 

3. The ultimate ingredient trio: Avène’s powerhouse 

anti-ageing, skin brightening offering, Vitamin 

Activ Cg Radiance Concentrated Serum features 

an exclusive trio of active ingredients of 94% 

natural origin and the unique Avène Thermal 

Spring Water. Designed to restore skin radiance 

and reduce the appearance of dark spots, 

antioxidant and detoxifying properties also 

help reduce the number of free radicals on 

skin produced by UV rays and pollution. eauthermale-avene.co.nz 

5. 

4. Ceramide essentials: Two new ceramide 

essentials have joined Dr. LeWinn’s cosmeceutical 

skincare range. Allowing users to choose their 

product of choice based on their preference, and 

where they want this new step to sit within their 

routine, Dr. LeWinn’s Barrier Protect Ceramide 

Balm can be used as a primer before makeup, 

moisturiser and treatment (after cleansing and 

toning), or for a lighter option, Dr. LeWinn’s 

Hydrating Ceramide Mist hydrates, refreshes and 

protects when spritzed on the skin, and can be 

used as a toner, refresher or an on-the-go travelfriendly 

skincare alternative. drlewinns.co.nz 

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5. Plump up the volume: Cult favourite Elizabeth 

Arden Retinol + HPR Ceramide Capsules (Rapid 

Skin-Renewing Serum) are now available in a 

90-piece offering for prolonged convenience. 

Lock in your everyday skincare ritual with these 

premeasured capsules which feature a precise, 

encapsulated dose of retinol + HPR. Gentle 

enough to use both day and night (alongside 

SPF), for experienced and first-time retinol users. 

Elizabetharden.co.nz

Area rep visits 

NASA VISIT 

Larissa Whitman introduced the role of 

the NZARBP to the mid-year intake of 

the 2024/2025 cohort at NASA. 

It is always a pleasure to be welcomed 

at the National School of Aesthetics. 

During my visit, I had the opportunity 

to introduce the students to the key 

members of our association and explain 

the importance of being a member. I 

also enjoyed conducting an impromptu 

French role demonstration and tutorial, 

adding an extra layer of engagement to 

the session. 

During the session, we explored the 

significance of the internal customer, 

identifying who the internal customer is 

versus the external customer, and how 

the role of the internal customer impacts 

relationships with external customers. 

We also discussed how these dynamics 

influence the perception of your business 

and the key factors that contribute to the 

successful and efficient operation of a 

beauty clinic. 

When it comes to the world of beauty, 

each professional brings a unique blend 

of passion, curiosity, and dedication. 

From full-body massages to the 

intricacies of facial treatments, the 

excitement of learning new techniques 

is a driving force behind every expert’s 

journey. 

For many, the art of performing facials 

stands as a pinnacle of their passion. 

It’s more than just a treatment; it’s a 

way to connect with clients on a deeper 

level, providing them not just with a 

glow on the outside but a boost in 

confidence that resonates from within. 

As one beauty learner shared, ‘I am 

most passionate about connecting 

with clients in a positive way, leaving an 

appointment knowing that I've improved 

their day. The satisfaction of completing 

a high-quality treatment and knowing 

the impact it has on someone's selfesteem 

is truly rewarding’.” 

One beauty learner highlights the 

anticipation of expanding their 

knowledge, “I’m really looking forward 

to learning about hormones, health 

conditions, and lifestyle choices, 

and how they affect the skin. This 

understanding will not only enhance 

my skills but also allow me to tailor 

treatments that truly meet my clients’ 

needs.” 

Ultimately, the beauty industry is about 

making a difference—one treatment at 

a time. Whether it’s following a client 

through their skin journey to a positive 

result or helping them feel good about 

themselves after every appointment, 

the passion lies in the impact made on 

others. Another student summed it 

up beautifully: “I am passionate about 

making someone feel good about 

themselves and making a difference in 

their life.” 

In the end, the most rewarding aspect of 

this profession is not just the treatments 

themselves, but the joy and confidence 

they bring to clients. And that is what 

every beauty professional looks forward 

to the most, continuing to learn, grow, 

and touch lives through their passion for 

beauty. 

NORTHTECH VISIT 

Amanda Semenoff and Michaella Messenger visited 

Northtech to meet the new Level 4 Beauty Therapy 

students and introduce them to the NZ Association of 

Registered Beauty Professionals. 

“We combined both new entrant classes and met in the 

practical facility of their training campus. These lovely 

students are three weeks into their Level 4 Beauty 

Therapy and it was a great opportunity to learn a little 

about them and their needs as well as provide them with 

information about becoming part of the Association 

family. 

“This year's intake was definitely a diverse group of mixed 

ages and backgrounds. I spoke to one student who had a 

career in mostly a male industry and how different it was 

to work with mainly women,” says Michaella. 

“Our next meet and greet with them will be at our next 

Northland event, where we are planning a breakfast 

get-together further into 2024. We wish these students 

all the best and a great big welcome to our amazing 

industry.” 


Your connection to the beauty 

industry in New Zealand 

WELCOME 

TO THE NEW ZEALAND 

ASSOCIATION OF REGISTERED 

BEAUTY PROFESSIONALS 

You are invited to join The New 

Zealand Association of Registered 

Beauty Professionals, the membership 

organisation for the beauty industry in NZ. 

The New Zealand Association of Registered Beauty Professionals 

is the membership organisation for the beauty industry in 

NZ. We are a non-profit organisation dedicated to supporting 

our members, regulating the industry and achieving a highly 

qualified, and professional workforce. Our members have 

industry verified qualifications, are fully insured and follow strict 

health, hygiene and safety standards to safeguard consumers, 

and the future of the industry. 

Be part of a supportive community that cares about 

you and the future of the industry! 

As a member, you get recognition as a qualified, registered 

beauty professional, access to resources, exclusive benefits 

from partner companies and so much more!

BeautyNZ Magazine Spring 2024

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