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10 Editor’s Letter 

12 Beauty Insider 

136 Ed’s Faves 

FEATURES 

24 The rise & rise of celebrity 

beauty brands 

We delve inside the lucrative 

world of celebrity beauty 

brands and whether they’re 

worth the hype. 

88 Diary of a blepharoplasty 

Ever wondered what it’s 

like to have eyelid surgery? 

This patient documents her 

eyelid surgery experience – 

from consultation to 

pre-month post surgery. 

94 Cosmetic surgery & the 

Zoom boom 

Lockdowns and the new 

wfh culture have prompted a 

big shift in how we view our 

own beauty. 

98 The 2022 guide to the most 

popular face treatments & 

tweakments 

BEAUTY 

40 Summertime skincare 

Summer is for sunshine and 

swimming but for our skin it 

can mean pigmentation and 

DNA damage. Dermatologist 

Dr Burcu Kim shares how we 

can prepare our skin for the 

summer sun onslaught. 

62 Pro makeup tips from a 

celebrity MUA 

Chantelle Baker, celeb makeup 

artist for L’Oréal Paris, shares her 

expert tips and tricks to enhance 

your natural beauty – plus our 

fave new makeup crushes. 

70 How to style your hair like a pro 

This year’s best hair care and 

hair tools for next-level salonrivalling 

styles. 

82 Endless summer 

Get set to ‘summerise’ your 

beauty routine with our 

all-star line-up of self-tanners 

and bronzers. 

116 Christmas gift guide 2021 

No matter who you need to buy a 

gift for this holiday season, we’ve 

got you covered. If you end up 

spoiling yourself in the process, 

that’s okay too!

WELLNESS 

104 World’s best spas 

Mute the video call and 

ditch the trackies, destination 

vacays are back on the 

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From the 

EDITOR 

Spring has always been a time of hope and this year, after many experiencing 

lockdown and isolation, this sentiment feels especially true. As restrictions have 

eased, life is gradually returning to some kind of normal. But while some things 

remain the same, lockdown has irrevocably changed many aspects of our lives, and 

this includes our beauty and skincare rituals and how we view ourselves – literally. 

For most of 2021, video calls replaced in-person interactions and with this came increased 

scrutiny of our physical appearance. A recent survey (page 94) of Australians reveals that 

we have become more critical of our appearance in the past 12 months due to digital 

interactions, and it’s not hard to imagine this is happening globally. In addition to looking 

‘tired’, ‘drawn’ and ‘older’, the study shows that, thanks to camera angles prompting a new 

perspective, we’re also focused on our double chins, drooping jowls and less-than-chiseled 

jawlines. So if you’re one of the 48% who are planning to have some ‘tweakments’, our 

2022 guide to the most popular face treatments on page 98 – from anti-wrinkle injections to 

thread lifts – will help you navigate your options. 

Beauty as self-care has had a huge moment throughout the pandemic, and it’s not going 

anywhere. A simple beauty and skincare routine are tangible acts of self-care that can help 

reduce stress and lift us out of a funk. With the mercury rising, on page 40 we speak with 

dermatologist Dr Bercu Kim on how to prep our skin and update our skincare ‘wardrobe’ 

for summer. 

We’re also gearing up for the festive season (remember parties?!). On page 70 we have all 

the gadgets and gizmos to style your hair like a pro, and on page 62 we chat with L’Oreal 

Paris celebrity MUA Chantelle Baker who shares her go-to makeup tips and tricks to put 

your best face forward (and we share our favourite products to achieve it!). We also deep-dive 

into the fascinating world of celebrity beauty brands (page 24) and whether they really live 

up to the hype. 

Now that international borders are opening up for many of us, it’s time to tick off some 

bucket list items. On page 104 we set the scene for your next overseas vacay – using Conde 

Naste Traveller’s top wellness destination resorts of 2021 as inspiration. Enjoy! 

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

MEDIK8 LAUNCHES NEW 

SOLUTION TO PIGMENTATION 

Do you have areas of hyperpigmentation, 

age spots or uneven 

skin tone? Oxy-R Peptides, the latest 

science-backed product to join the 

Medik8 Peptide Family, offers new 

hope for an even-toned complexion. 

The key ingredient is 1% 

oxyresveratrol, which has been 

shown to be 33 times more effective 

than kojic acid at blocking tyrosinase 

(the main enzyme in melanin 

production) and 45 times more 

effective than resveratrol. 

Read our full article on this 

impressive new product on page 36. 

RRP: $124 for 2 x 10ml bottles 

Where to buy: Available at 

www.Medik8.com.au and Medik8 

clinics throughout Australia 

NEW LAUNCH FOR SKINSTITUT 

Skinstitut launches Expert, a new 

dermatologist-endorsed anti-ageing 

skincare range for proven results. 

Expert earns its name not just 

from the brand’s strong links to the 

professional skincare industry but 

because it is formulated alongside 

their Medical Advisory Committee, 

made up of leading Australian 

dermatologists and skin specialists. 

The skinstitut Expert range features 

four unique active complexes and 

signature, hard-working antioxidants 

such as Australian Native Kakadu 

Plum, Niacinamide, Hyaluronic 

Acid and Retinol, that are proven to 

provide targeted and real results. 

Recommended for ages 35+, 

skinstitut Expert targets multiple signs 

of ageing through redensifying and 

recontouring the skin with potent 

ingredients that help to lift and 

firm. The high-performance range is 

formulated to achieve a youthful 

glow by reducing the appearance 

of lines and wrinkles and improving 

skin texture. 

The new range includes expertly 

formulated products at a winning 

price point of under $99. 

Where to buy: Available at 

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FIND YOUR PERFECT SHADE OF RED 

On the quest for the perfect red lip? 

Clinique Pop Reds has made it easier 

than ever. No more trial by fire-engine 

red or crimson rose to find the ideal hue, 

thank you very much! 

The new custom-fit collection – which 

can be used as both a lipstick or cream 

blush – is based on Clinique’s proprietary 

algorithm, Clinique Shade Match 

Science, to find your just-right shade of 

red. The collection includes seven shades 

created to complement each individual’s 

skin tone and undertone. RRP: $40 

Where to buy: www.clinique.com.au, 

Myer, David Jones, Mecca, Sephora, 

Adore Beauty and selected Terry White 

and independent pharmacies. 

SKINMTX LAUNCHES IN AUSTRALIA 

With a slew of international awards under 

its belt, we’re excited to get our hands 

(and faces) on SkinMTX, dermatologicalgrade 

skincare known for its groundbreaking 

innovation. 

The hero product, TeloZyme Youth 

Activator, is a serum based on the Nobel 

Prize-winning discovery of telomeres and 

how the deterioration of this part of the 

DNA structure accelerates cell ageing. 

What makes this product so special is 

that it is formulated to target the integrity 

of telomeres for younger-looking skin 

from within. 

To read more about telomeres and the 

SkinMTX range, turn to page 52. 

Where to buy: www.skinmtx.com.au and 

select clinics. 


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BIOMIMIC SKINCARE + SKINDNA 

= PERSONALISED DNA-BASED 

SKINCARE 

From the founders of SkinDNA, 

the world’s most popular skin 

DNA testing technology, comes 

BIOMIMIC skincare, an Aussie brand 

that has created a simple skincare 

solution personalised for each user, 

at an affordable price point. 

Made in small batches right here 

in Australia, the range offers two 

essentials and six booster treatments 

that target different skin concerns. 

Though you can purchase BIOMIMIC 

products on their own, they’re 

designed to work in conjunction 

with a SkinDNA genetic test, which 

analyses the 12 skin functions of 

your DNA profile and provides 

you with a personalised report on 

the ingredients, supplements and 

professional treatments most suited 

to your DNA profile and hereditary 

predispositions to ageing. 

‘We all want healthy, youthfullooking 

skin but not everyone 

understands the complexities of 

their skin genetics, and how the 

wrong product selection, coupled 

with hereditary predispositions, 

could be costing you money on 

skincare that simply won’t work for 

you,’ explains Stefan Mazy, founder 

of SkinDNA and BIOMIMIC. 

Mazy, who has dedicated his 

entire career to understanding the 

role that genetics plays in skin health 

and ageing and, subsequently, the 

scientific advancement of predictive 

ageing, says that BIOMIMIC is the 

result of over a decade of research. 

‘I designed BIOMIMIC with one 

mission: to provide an easy-to-use 

and targeted solution to address 

the five main skin ageing pathways 

we analyse in a SkinDNA test: 

sun damage and pigmentation, 

wrinkling, free radical damage, 

skin sensitivity, as well as firmness 

and elasticity. 

‘I truly believe that skincare 

doesn’t have to be complex, so it 

was important to me that BIOMIMIC 

included only the products you 

absolutely need and none that you 

don’t. The result is a personalised 

skincare routine for every user, 

where each product has been 

carefully developed for maximum 

absorption, so your skin can feel the 

full benefits.’ 

RRP: BIOMIMIC Essentials: $59; 

Boosters: $69, SkinDNA Genetic 

Test: $249 

Where to buy: 

www.biomimicskincare.com 

SAY HELLO TO 100% 

PLANT-BASED HAIR COLOUR 

Launched in 2021 by ethical hair 

care company BRITE, Naturally 

Brite is an exciting new range of 

100% plant-based hair dye infused 

with conditioning henna. The 

innovative offering is an industryfirst 

and is suitable for every hair 

type and texture. 

Free from any nasties, the range 

is set to revolutionise at-home 

hair colouring, lockdown or not. 

Naturally Brite’s hero ingredient 

is a luxurious conditioning henna 

that not only enhances colour but 

also helps to repair hair damage, 

improve follicle health and restore 

strand strength. 

Naturally Brite is available 

in three shades including Dark 

Brown, Black and Copper Rose. 

The collection is natural, clean and 

free from ammonia, bleach and 

peroxide. BRITE’s specially curated 

formula is vegan, cruelty-free and 

accredited by PETA – meaning 

you’re not only being kind to your 

hair but also the planet! RRP: $15 

Where to buy: Woolworths and 

https://briteorganix.com 

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SUSANNE KAUFMANN 

ANNOUNCES EXCLUSIVE RETAIL 

PARTNERSHIP WITH MECCA 

SUSANNE KAUFMANN have 

been pioneers in sustainable, 

natural skincare since 2003. The 

brand combines founder Susanne 

Kaufmann’s expertise in natural 

ingredients and skincare philosophy 

with her values for innovation and 

sustainable living. The powerful, 

natural formulas are hand finished 

in the Austrian alpine region of 

Bregenzerwald, home to Kaufmann 

and her family for generations. 

The range is created using 

only the finest plants and 

botanicals, carefully chosen for 

their efficacy and skin affinity, as 

well as pioneering sustainable 

manufacturing methods. From 

effective, targeted skincare 

treatments to soothing body care 

and bath rituals, the products are 

both rooted in nature and based 

on science, using advanced bio 

technologies while also following 

Kaufmann’s founding principle 

of results-focused beauty and a 

holistic approach to wellbeing. 

‘It is a pleasure to partner with 

MECCA to bring our joint vision 

for the brand to life. The MECCA 

customer is certainly one of 

the most well-informed beauty 

shoppers in the world, so it is a 

pleasure to unearth the unique 

qualities and proven results of the 

SUSANNE KAUFMANN skincare 

range with their partnership,’ says 

Jessica Clark, CEO at SUSANNE 

KAUFMANN. 

Where to buy: online and in store 

at MECCA www.mecca.com.au/ 

susanne-kaufmann/ 


Each time a 

woman stands 

up for herself, 

she stands up 

for all women. 

Maya 

Angelou


18

Avoiding danger 

is no safer in the 

long run than 

outright exposure. 

The fearful are 

caught as often 

as the bold. 

Helen 

Keller 


The question 

isn’t who’s going 

to let me; it’s 

who’s going to 

stop me. 

Ayn Rand 

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Albert 

Einstein 

credit: Kathy Hutchins / Shutterstock.com

The woman who 

follows the crowd 

will usually go no 

further than the 

crowd. The woman 

who walks alone 

is likely to find 

herself in places 

no one has ever 

been before. 


FEATURE 

TheRISE 

& RISE of 

CELEBRITY 

BEAUTY 

BRANDS 

REMEMBER WHEN EVERY CELEB HAD 

A SIGNATURE SCENT? WELL, NOW 

THEY’VE GOT ENTIRE PRODUCT LINES. 

WE DELVE INSIDE THE LUCRATIVE WORLD 

OF CELEBRITY BEAUTY BRANDS AND 

WHETHER THEY’RE WORTH THE HYPE. 

Elizabeth Taylor started it, Iman reigned supreme in the 90s, 

Kylie Jenner made US$420 million in her first 18 months and 

now ScarJo and Halsey are giving it a red-hot go. Even if it 

wasn’t spelled out in the headline, you’d know in a heartbeat 

we’re talking about celebrity beauty brands. 

Celebs have long been walking and talking endorsements and 

ambassadors for fashion and beauty brands, monetising their fame 

by being the face of a product or campaign. But it appears this is no 

longer enough for these beauty-preneurs – they are now creating 

their own successful beauty brands in rapid succession. 

The phenomenal success of these brands isn’t just because of their 

name on the label – these products have some serious research and 

science to back them. The epic rise of social media-led brands is also 

a dominant factor in their rise to the top, dramatically changing the 

traditional beauty landscape and how we consume beauty products. 

We take a look at some of the best-known celebrity beauty lines 

and offer a sneak peek at what’s to come.

FENTY BEAUTY 

& FENTY SKIN 

RIHANNA 

When Fenty Beauty first launched in 2017, 

it boasted $100 million in sales in its first 

few weeks. More than just a cosmetics 

brand, Fenty Beauty represents a 

movement. The brand differentiated itself 

not only with its cofounder, but also with its 

dedication to diversity. Rihanna’s decision to 

include 40 shades of foundation in her first 

collection highlighted the limited nature of 

existing makeup ranges and further fuelled 

the ongoing debate around restrictive 

beauty ideals. 

‘Fenty Beauty was created for everyone,’ 

the singer and business mogul explained. 

‘For women of all shades, personalities, 

attitudes, cultures and races. I wanted 

everyone to feel included. That’s the real 

reason I made this line.’ 

In 2020 Fenty Skin was also added to the 

beauty maven’s empire, and it has gone 

on to become the blockbuster business 

that Fenty Beauty is. The inclusivity ethos is 

carried across to Fenty Skin, with the range 

aiming to cater to everyone. 

Fenty Skin is unsurprisingly designed to 

complement Fenty Beauty makeup and has 

been tested on all skin types and tones to 

work seamlessly. Riri has prioritised clean 

formulas that are also oil-free, vegan and 

gluten free, with care for the coral reefs in 

mind. The packaging is earth-conscious: 

Think more recyclable materials and smart 

refillable packs that feel luxurious. 

According to Forbes, Rihanna is now 

officially a billionaire, with a net worth of 

US$1.7 billion. This makes her the richest 

female musician in the world – with Fenty 

Beauty and Fenty Skin making up the bulk of 

her wealth. 


KORA ORGANICS 

MIRANDA KERR 

FEATURE 

One of the OG beauty entrepreneurs, 

since 2009 Victoria’s Secret Angelturned-mogul 

Miranda Kerr has been 

keeping our beauty bags stocked with 

her KORA Organics skincare range. As 

the names suggests, KORA Organics 

works with certified organic ingredients 

to provide nourishment for the skin. 

The range launched in Sephora in 

the US in 2017 and has retail partners in 

more than 25 countries. Kora Organics 

has helped her earn an estimated net 

worth of $52 million, according to the 

Australian Financial Review. 

Kerr was one of the first to market 

wellness beauty: how mind, body, and 

skin are connected. Since its launch, all 

KORA Organics products are not only 

“clean” but also certified organic, a 

rarity in the beauty industry back then 

then and even now. 

KYLIE COSMETICS 

KYLIE JENNER 

As the youngest member of the Kardashian-Jenner clan, in 

2016 Kylie Jenner leveraged her fame to create one of the most 

bankable brands in the beauty industry, Kylie Cosmetics. After 

sending fans into a frenzy with her now legendary lip kits, Kylie 

expanded her range to include eyeshadow palettes (Kyshadows), 

concealers, highlighters (Kylighters) and makeup brushes. 

The products consistently sell out within minutes and, within the 

first 18 months of the brand’s launch, Kylie raked in a staggering 

US$420 million in retail sales alone. 

Just two years later, in 2018, her Kylie Cosmetics company was 

worth an estimated US$900 million, and she is the youngest person 

to appear on the annual ranking of America’s Richest Self-Made 

Women by Forbes (she’s since garnered a net worth of $1 billion). 

In 2019, she sold 51% of the company to Coty for $600 million. 

Why is Kylie Cosmetics so popular? Perhaps because she’s the 

ultimate influencer who understands the power of the personal 

brand and the psyche of Millennials and Gen Z-ers, or maybe it’s 

just because the products really are as great as her sales are. 

Piggy-backing the overwhelming success of her cosmetics 

brand, in 2019 Kylie released six basic skincare products under a 

new brand Kylie Skin. It’s cruelty-free, vegan, gluten-free, paraben 

and sulfate-free and suitable for all skin types – and comes in 

on-point Gen Z pink packaging.

GOOP 

GWYNETH 

PALTROW 

Editorial credit: Tinseltown / Shutterstock.com 

While not strictly a beauty brand, 

Goop deserves a special mention for 

its transformation of the upwardly 

mobile wellness space. Gwyneth 

Paltrow launched Goop back in 2008 

as a newsletter hawking her favourite 

healthy recipes and face creams 

and she has since turned it into an 

internationally recognised wellness 

and lifestyle empire valued at more 

than US$250 million. 

Goop offers avant-garde wellness 

advice, fabulously decadent travel 

recommendations, and a curated 

shop of clean beauty, fashion and 

home goods that you may need a 

second mortgage for. 

The brand has courted controversy 

from the start, usually to do with 

unsubstantiated health advice, such 

as walking barefoot to cure insomnia 

or sleeping with jade eggs in your 

lady parts, or getting stung by bees 

to improve your skin. 

One of the more entertaining 

lawsuits is over a US$75 candle called 

This Smells Like My Vagina, which 

reportedly “exploded” in a Texas 

man’s bedroom. 


FEATURE 

FLOWER BEAUTY 

DREW BARRYMORE 

At the other end of the accessibility spectrum 

is Flower Beauty by Drew Barrymore, which has 

become an international cult beauty brand. 

Launched in Australia in 2019 (after years of success 

under its belt in the US), Flower Beauty offers highquality 

ingredients and premium packaging with an 

affordable price tag. 

‘I’ve also been in a makeup chair since I was 6 

years old and had the fortune of working with the 

icons of the beauty industry, so learning, being in 

love with products, pigments, brands, companies, 

and just being a constant student of makeup,’ she 

told Business Insider. 

RARE BEAUTY 

SELENA GOMEZ 

Started in 2020 in the US, Selena Gomez’s Rare 

Beauty amassed US$60 million in revenue in its 

first year and a current Instagram following of 2.7 

million. This pigment-popping brand is vegan and 

cruelty-free with a mission to cater to every skin 

colour and be gender inclusive. 

The singer has spoken openly about her mental 

health and body image struggles in the past, and 

gives 1% of all sales to the Rare Impact Fund, 

which provides mental health services with a 

focus on those in underserved communities. She 

also wants the clean makeup brand to represent 

inclusivity in every way possible. 

‘Rare Beauty is about accepting who you are 

– and finding the beauty in your imperfections,’ 

she said in an IG post. ‘Rare Beauty is more 

than a beauty brand. Our mission is to shape 

conversations around beauty, self-acceptance, and 

mental health. We will work to help people get 

more access to support and services. We want to 

help people feel more authentically connected to 

one another and less alone in this world.’

THE HONEST COMPANY 

JESSICA ALBA 

Inspired by the birth of her first child, Honor, and 

her own history of childhood illness, actress turned 

entrepreneur Jessica Alba founded her wellness 

business The Honest Company in 2012, which she 

followed with Honest Beauty three years later. 

This non-toxic line of beauty and haircare 

products has been created without parabens 

and phthalates. ‘I founded The Honest Company 

because I wanted safe, effective products that 

perform,’ the business mogul shared. ‘After all, you 

shouldn’t have to choose between what works and 

what’s good for you.’ 

The Honest Company experienced amazing 

growth in its first year of operation, reaching US$12 

million and a valuation of $1 billion in 2015. As 

of May 2021, it’s now listed on the Nasdaq stock 

exchange, one of the first ‘celebrity stocks’ to go 

public and with an initial market value of around 

US$2.1 billion. Honesty definitely pays off! 



FEATURE 

JLO BEAUTY 

JENNIFER LOPEZ 

Apparently it’s not just good genes 

and olive oil that help you defy ageing 

– it’s also JLo Beauty. 

JLo Beauty launched in the US on 

January 1, 2021 in Sephora and on 

jlobeauty.com with skincare products, 

a skincare-makeup hybrid and a 

dietary supplement – all formulated 

with extra virgin olive oil, of course, as 

well as squalene, fermented oil and 

leaf extract to achieve the hallmark 

‘JLo Glow’. 

In a quote from the gravity-defyer, 

herself: ‘Our tagline is, ‘Beauty has 

no expiration date ® ’ because to me, 

ageless isn’t just a mindset — you 

can feel youthful at any age and feel 

great, not just great for 50. The goal 

was to create luxurious but accessible 

skincare you can afford to use daily 

and products that follow you 

through life.’ 

According to WWD.com, industry 

sources estimated the collection 

would generate US$15 million in sales 

in its first three months on the market. 

This ain’t JLo’s first rodeo – she 

recently released her 25th fragrance, 

‘Promise’. Her fragrance line has 

earned her a cool $2 billion in sales 

since 2002.

HAUS LABORATORIES 

LADY GAGA 

Lady Gaga and a makeup line – now that’s a nobrainer! 

Who better to launch a makeup range 

other than the queen of pop (and avant-garde 

looks) herself? Haus Laboratories was launched 

in September 2019 and is vegan and crueltyfree. 

With the mesmerising colour palettes and 

finishes you’d expect from Lady Gaga, this is 

one fun makeup line! 

‘I’m so grateful that makeup inspired a 

bravery in me I didn’t know I had. I’ve come to 

accept that I discovered my beauty by having 

the ability to invent myself and transform,’ said 

the Lady herself in an IG post. 

With only two years in the beauty business, 

Haus Laboratories has already generated 

US$140 million in revenue. 


FEATURE 

END OF AN ERA; 

KKW BEAUTY 

SHUTTING DOWN 

In July 2021, Kim Kardashian 

announced that was shutting down 

KKW Beauty in order to relaunch the 

line under a ‘completely new brand’. 

‘To our loyal customers, it all started 

with a contour kit and expanded to 

eyes, lips, body and many incredible 

collections over the past four years,’ 

she said in an IG post. On August 

1st at midnight we will be shutting 

down the KKWBeauty.com site so 

that we can come back to you under 

a completely new brand with new 

formulas that are more modern, 

innovative, and packaged in an 

elevated and sustainable new look.’ 

Like her lil sis Kylie, the OG 

Kardashian sister catapulted off 

her fame and immense following 

to create KKW Beauty, leveraging 

influence and social media reach to 

sell US$14 million worth of makeup 

on her first day of sales, according to 

the Business of Fashion. 

‘With social media you can have 

a direct-to-consumer brand and if 

you market yourself and promote it 

the right way you can have a really 

successful business, something I don’t 

think people thought was possible 

five years ago,’ the reality star said at 

the 2018 Business of Fashion summit. 

The brand started with a single 

contour kit in 2017 and grew to 

an estimated valuation of US$100 

million. We can only assume Kim’s 

‘completely new brand’ will reach the 

same cult status. 

Rumour has it separate beauty and 

skincare lines from Kendall Jenner 

(beauty) and Kris Jenner (skincare) are 

also nigh… Watch this space! 

MOST BANKABLE CELEBRITY BRANDS 

Research by Cosmetify.com in 2021 has revealed the wealthiest celebrity 

beauty brands in the world. 

Celebrity Brand Revenue (USD) 

Rihanna Fenty Beauty $5,000,000,000 

Jessica Alba The Honest Company $300,500,000 

Kylie Jenner Kylie Cosmetics $200,000,000 

Lady Gaga Haus Laboratories $140,000,000 

Kim Kardashian KKW Beauty $100,000,000 

Selena Gomez Rare Beauty $60,000,000 

Gwyneth Paltrow Goop $45,000,000

PERFUME: THE OG OF 

CELEB BEAUTY BRANDS 

Fragrances hold special places in our hearts, and some of the 

most iconic are from red carpet A-listers. 

One of the original celebrity perfumers, Elizabeth Taylor’s 

release of ‘White Diamonds’ in 1991 has earned a cool 

US$1 billion in sales – and inspired generations of celebrities to 

jump on board the scent train, which reached fever pitch in the 

90s and early Naughties. 

Back in 2002, everyone was buying JLo’s ‘Glow’ (and 

contributing to its $300 million in sales in the first year), and then 

dabbled in a bit of Britney’s ‘Curious’ a couple of years later. 

Our allegiance to these sweet-smelling A-listers remains 

strong – Kim Kardashian sold $10 million of her perfume line 

‘Crystal’ in its first day on the market in 2017, $1 million of which 

occurred in the first hour. More than 300,000 units were sold 

without customers ever even smelling the scents, highlighting 

the sheer marketing power of Kimmy K. 

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NEW&NOTABLE 

FEATURE 

SCARLETT JOHANSEN 

Slated to launch in the US in early 2022, 

ScarJo is the latest beauty entrepreneur 

to hit the scene. We don’t know too 

much about it right now, including the 

official name, but expect it to be riding 

the self-care trend. 

‘Several years ago, I took a step back 

from my beauty deals with the goal of 

creating something true to me,’ the 

actress said in a press statement. ‘The 

result is a clean, accessible approach 

to beauty.’ 

Former Juicy Couture exec cofounder 

Kate Foster has said this won’t 

be just another celebrity beauty brand 

but instead ‘fill a void in the market and 

address a true consumer need’. 

We’re curious to know which void 

hasn’t been filled in this busy market, 

but if anyone can do it, it’s Scarlett 

Johansson! 


ARIANA GRANDE 

Pop icon and vocal vegan Ariana Grande 

is set to drop her first makeup line any 

day now – joining her lucrative fragrance 

business. 

Named r.e.m beauty, the vegan line will 

be released in curated drops, with the first 

launch all about eyes. ‘They’re our main 

storytellers and sources of communication,’ 

Grande told Allure. ‘I feel like you can 

emote more with your eyes than you 

can articulate sometimes.’ 

Known for her winged 

cat-eye look, r.e.m beauty 

will feature a variety 

of eyeliners, liquid eye 

shadows, glittery shadow 

toppers and mascara.

Editorial credit: Cubankite / Shutterstock.com 

HALSEY 

In 2021, the Grammy-Award winning artist 

launched her own vegan makeup line, About- 

Face. On her Instagram page, Halsey wrote: ‘Many 

of you may already know that I have done my 

own makeup for concerts, red carpets, magazine 

covers, and music videos alike for a long time. It is 

one of my greatest loves, but I have always stood 

firm in the belief that makeup is about feeling cool 

– not looking perfect. I have worked tirelessly on 

this for years with an incredible team and I hope 

you feel my DNA all over it.’ 

HAILEY BIEBER 

Rumours are swirling in the beauty world that Hailey Bieber 

is about to enter the market. The model filed a trademark for 

‘Rhode’, after her middle name, in February 2021 which will 

focus on skincare and wellness. 

While we can’t wait to emulate her mirror-like skin, time will 

tell when this brand will be launched. She’s previously filed 

similar trademarks, including Bieber Beauty back in 2019, that 

haven’t come to fruition. CBM 


SKIN 

The new 

pigmentation 

triple threat 

INTRODUCING OXY-R PEPTIDES, MEDIK8’S NEW PATENTED, 

HIGH-STRENGTH OXYRESVERATROL BRIGHTENING 

SOLUTION FOR PIGMENTATION AND UNEVEN SKIN TONE. 

Uneven skin tone? We’ve got you 

covered! Medik8’s Oxy-R Peptides is 

a new brightening peptide solution 

which helps tackle pigmentation from three 

different angles, helping to fade the appearance 

of skin discolouration and unveil visibly 

brighter, more even-toned skin. 

Oxyresveratrol is at the heart of the Oxy-R 

Peptides formula, an antioxidant that boasts 

potent brightening and anti-inflammatory 

properties. One of Oxyresveratrol’s main 

benefits is its ability to help inhibit tyrosinase, 

the main enzyme responsible for melanin 

production. Studies* have shown oxyresveratrol 

is 33 times more effective in inhibiting 

tyrosinase production than kojic acid and 45 

times more effective than resveratrol. 

Oxyresveratrol is highly unstable, which 

makes Oxy-R Peptides even more groundbreaking 

– for the first time ever, Medik8 have 

stabilised it at an ultra-high concentration of 

1%, delivering the highest available strength on 

the market.

Science 101: 

WHAT ARE PEPTIDES? 

Peptides are short chains of amino acids, linked 

together by peptide bonds. There are 20 different 

naturally-occurring amino acids, which can be linked 

together in any order to give millions of different 

peptide combinations. Our skin is naturally overflowing 

with different kinds of proteins and peptides, including 

some of the most important, collagen and elastin, 

which are both responsible for retaining the skin’s 

natural strength, resilience and suppleness. 

When applied to the skin, peptides can act as 

chemical messengers, communicating with cells to 

perform a specific function and triggering a response in 

the skin. They give your skin a specific instruction to do 

‘something’, and that ‘something’ entirely depends on 

what order your amino acids are in. Every peptide has 

a unique superpower to target different skin concerns, 

including fine lines and wrinkles, lost volume, dull and 

uneven skin tone, pigmentation, and to help combat 

Advanced Glycation End (AGE) product formation, a 

metabolic process that damages collagen in the body. 

TARGETS PIGMENTATION 

IN 3 WAYS 

Alongside oxyresveratrol, Oxy-R Peptides 

contains two additional powerful 

brightening peptides. Tetrapeptide-30 

is a peptide that helps to interrupt the 

pathways that lead to discolourations and 

uneven skin tone, while Acetyl Glycyl 

Beta-Alanine helps to inhibit the transport 

of melanin to the skin, where the 

overproduction of pigment become visible 

on the complexion. 

Combined with oxyresveratrol, this 

powerhouse trio offers new hope to 

pigmentation sufferers. 

The 1% oxyresveratrol solution is stored 

in a patented preservation system in the 

lid of the bottle until it is plunged into the 

rest of the formula using ‘click to activate’ 

packaging. To further ensure maximum 

freshness, Medki8 have also split the 

formula into two 10ml bottles. 

Lightweight and silky in texture with an 

innovative formula and delivery system, 

Oxy-R Peptides will help visibly brighten, 

improve clarity and work to combat all 

types of hyperpigmentation concerns on 

all skin tones. 


SKIN 

Q&A 

with 

Daniel Isaacs 

DIRECTOR OF RESEARCH AT MEDIK8 

WHY DOES MEDIK8 

FOCUS ON PEPTIDES? 

One of the frontrunners in cuttingedge 

skincare science, peptides 

are proven to be truly powerful in 

targeting many different skin concerns. 

At Medik8, we have harnessed the 

many different powers of peptides 

in our Peptide Family of products. 

We have designed the range to be 

the perfect addition to our proven 

CSA philosophy (vitamin C and 

sunscreen by day, vitamin A by night) 

to transform your CSA foundation 

into a bespoke routine made especially 

for you. 

WHY ARE PEPTIDES 

IMPORTANT IN A 

SKINCARE ROUTINE? 

Peptides might be in the spotlight for 

their incredible skin plumping powers, 

but peptides are way more than a 

one-trick pony. Each peptide has a 

different action on the skin. Not just 

for skin ageing but also for tackling 

skin dullness, hyperpigmentation, antiglycation, 

moisturising the skin and 

much more. We wanted to harness 

as many different peptide powers as 

possible in our new Peptide Family. 

The ideal addition to your CSA 

routine, our full range of innovative 

peptide combinations can help to 

support many different skin concerns. 

WHO ARE THEY 

BEST FOR? 

Anyone who is looking to improve 

their general overall skin condition 

or target specific skin concerns, 

such as skin ageing, dullness, 

hyperpigmentation or just improve 

overall hydration. 

HOW ARE THEY 

BEST DELIVERED TO 

THE SKIN? 

Peptides can be quite large molecules 

and can benefit from additional help 

getting where they need to be in 

the skin. Many of our peptides are 

conjugated to fatty acids to make them 

more oil-soluble and help them to 

penetrate deeper into the skin. In our 

Liquid Peptides formula, we also use 

a drone-delivery system to help deliver 

our peptides where they need to go 

in the skin. 

We recommend using peptides 

alongside a CSA skincare routine 

(vitamin C and sunscreen by day, 

vitamin A by night). 

HOW CAN 

PROFESSIONALS 

INCORPORATE THEM 

INTO TREATMENTS? 

At Medik8 we utilise our best 

technology across our retail and 

professional offerings. Many of 

our facials include our best peptide 

products. For instance, our Clarity 

Facial contains both Clarity Peptides 

and Bakuchiol Peptides and, depending 

on the clients’ needs, our professional 

therapists have the option to use Liquid 

Peptides within our facials. 

WHAT’S NEW IN PEPTIDE 

RESEARCH? 

A really interesting and innovative 

peptide that is in our latest launch, 

Oxy-R Peptides, is Tetrapeptide-30. It 

works to help interrupt the pathways 

that lead to discolourations and uneven 

skin tone and will help visibly brighten, 

improve clarity and combat all types of 

hyperpigmentation concerns. 

* Y M Kim et al, Oxyresveratrol and Hydroxystilbene 

Compounds, Journal of Biological Cehmistry, 2002, 

277(18) pp16340-4 

WHERE 

TO GET IT 

Medik8 Oxy-R Peptides, 

$124, 2x10ml – available at 

www.medik8.com.au and Medik8 

clinics throughout Australia.

15G 

15G 

15G

SKIN

Summertime 

SKINCARE 

SUMMER IS FOR SUNSHINE, 

SWIMMING AND BEACH 

HAIR, BUT FOR OUR SKIN IT 

CAN MEAN PIGMENTATION, 

DEHYDRATION AND DNA 

DAMAGE. WE CHAT WITH 

SPECIALIST DERMATOLOGIST 

DR BURCU KIM ABOUT HOW WE 

CAN PREPARE OUR SKIN FOR 

THE SUMMER SUN ONSLAUGHT. 

The skin you’re in is a complex, multifunctioning 

organ, constantly renewing 

and adapting to environmental assaults 

and hormonal changes. And that’s why 

it’s important to switch up your skincare routine 

and products as the seasons change and give it a 

helping hand. 

If your skin tends to freak out as the mercury 

begins to soar and humidity levels rise, there are 

measures you can take to keep it happy. 

We asked Sydney dermatologist Dr Burcu Kim 

(drburcukim.com) what transitional skincare really 

means and why it’s so important. 


Q&A with 

Dr Burcu Kim 

SKIN 

DO WE NEED TO LIGHTEN 

UP OUR SKINCARE 

ROUTINES IN SUMMER? 

Yes, especially if your skin is oily or 

acne-prone. The heat and humidity of 

the warmer months, when combined 

with thick and occlusive products, 

can clog your pores and contribute 

to acne and inflammation. It is best 

to switch to lighter formulations in 

summer and make sure your makeup 

products are non-comedogenic or 

oil-free. 

SHOULD WE BE 

EXFOLIATING MORE OR 

LESS IN SUMMER? 

It’s best not to overdo it with 

exfoliation at any time of the year. 

Generally, I would recommend 

exfoliating two to three times a week 

for normal skin. If your skin is prone 

to acne and on the oily side, you 

can try exfoliating a little bit more in 

summer. Conversely, if your skin is 

prone to dryness and irritation, which 

is more often the case in winter, then 

you should exfoliate less. 

Another thing to consider is 

that we tend to spend more time 

outdoors in the sun, and the AHAs 

/ BHAs that we use to exfoliate can 

make skin more sensitive to sunlight. 

Remember to apply sunscreen and 

moisturise to help mitigate any sunsensitivity 

and irritation. 

HOW CAN WE KEEP SKIN 

HYDRATED WITHOUT 

BEING OILY? 

It’s important to keep moisturising 

your skin even during the warmer 

months, however it is best to 

switch to a lighter formulation. The 

combination of heat, sweat and oil 

with occlusive skincare products 

and makeup can lead to breakouts. 

Lighter formations include gel-cream 

moisturisers, or simply opt for a 

hyaluronic acid serum under your SPF. 

Hyaluronic acid is a naturally 

occurring ingredient which is 

classified as a humectant – a 

substance that retains moisture and 

is capable of binding over 1,000 

times its weight in water. As such, 

it is a key ingredient to look for in 

your moisturiser. L’Oréal Paris has 

recently launched the True Match 

Nude Plumping Tinted Serum which 

includes the plumping power of 

1% hyaluronic acid. This is a great 

product to add to your summer 

beauty routine to help keep your 

skin hydrated. 

WHY DOES 

PIGMENTATION SEEM 

MORE PROMINENT IN 

SUMMER? HOW CAN 

WE HELP TO REVERSE 

CUMULATIVE SUN 

DAMAGE? 

There are many different reasons 

we might have pigmentation on our 

face, however the greatest enemy 

is UV radiation. Your epidermis 

contains cells called melanocytes that 

store and produce pigment known 

as melanin. These melanocytes 

produce more melanin in response 

to UV radiation. With increased 

sun exposure, pigmentation often 

gets worse in summer. Wearing a 

physical sunblock, such as zinc oxide,

helps to block visible light which 

can contribute to pigmentation. 

It should be applied daily and 

reapplied every two hours, and 

used in conjunction with other sunprotective 

measures such as wearing 

a hat and seeking shade. 

With regards to reversing 

cumulative sun damage, there 

is nothing that will completely 

reverse sun damage and that’s why 

prevention is critical. The numberone 

ingredient I always recommend 

is sunscreen. 

Antioxidants such as resveratrol 

and Vitamin C are also great 

scavengers of the free radicals that 

damage DNA when skin is exposed 

to UV radiation. 

Retinol, a derivative of Vitamin 

A, also helps to repair damaged 

skin cells by encouraging cell 

turnover and increasing collagen 

production. It is the gold-standard 

anti-ageing ingredient which can 

help with correcting texture, tone 

and pigmentation and help with 

fine lines and wrinkles. Vitamin A is 

available in various forms, including 

over-the-counter retinol products 

to prescription-strength retinoids, 

which can be more effective but 

more irritating. It is best to start with 

a retinol which is ultra-stable but less 

irritating, starting with a couple of 

times a week, then bumping up the 

application if your skin isn’t irritated. 

Another way of addressing sundamaged 

skin is laser and lightbased 

therapies. Some of these 

technologies can target pigment 

and are great at fading sun spots. 

Others are great at targeting the 

redness and vascular changes that 

arise as a result of sun damage. We 

can also resurface the texture of the 

skin using certain types of lasers, 

which can help correct some of the 

signs of ageing and sun damage. 


SKIN 

WHAT SHOULD WE BE 

LOOKING FOR IN A 

SUNSCREEN? ARE WE 

OKAY TO USE A DUAL- 

PURPOSE MOISTURISER 

WITH SUNSCREEN? 

The best sunscreen is one that 

you will apply! Make sure that 

your sunscreen is approved by the 

Therapeutic Goods Administration 

(TGA). It should be broad-spectrum 

SPF30+ or higher. If you’re outdoors 

or exercising, also make sure it is 

water-proof. 

Sunscreen should be applied 

every morning, and reapplied every 

two hours. It is best to apply it 20 

minutes before you go outside. 

Don’t forget to apply it to your lips, 

ears, neck and the back of your 

hands. The best formulation is a 

cream or lotion, which are more 

reliable than aerosol sunscreens. 

Whilst a dual-purpose moisturiser 

with sunscreen is better than 

nothing, it doesn’t compare to 

using a sunscreen on its own. You 

probably won’t apply enough of the 

dual sunscreen/moisturiser to give 

you the coverage that you need and 

the sunscreen may be diluted by 

other constituents of the moisturiser. 

Therefore, sunscreen is best applied 

as its own layer. 

WHAT ARE THE 

SUMMERTIME SERUMS 

WE SHOULD BE 

INVESTING IN? 

Different serums can help combat 

different skin concerns and I 

would recommend you consult a 

dermatologist to help tailor a routine 

that is best suited to your skin. Many 

serums require consistent use over 

all seasons in order to see the best 

results, although in summer you 

may wish to switch over to lighter 

formulations that are less likely to 

feel greasy and cause breakouts. 

Generally, I would recommend 

hyaluronic acid to moisturise. The 

L’Oreal Paris Revitalift Filler Serum 

with Hyaluronic Acid is a lighter 

serum formulation and doesn’t 

feel greasy on the skin. I would 

also recommend Vitamin C and 

other antioxidants like resveratrol 

to be applied in the morning along 

with your sunscreen as they help 

scavenge the free radicals induced 

by UV radiation. The SkinCeuticals 

Phloretin CF and SkinCeuticals 

Silymarin CF are great options 

containing L-ascorbic acid (a highly 

effective form of Vitamin C) for 

summer and they are less likely to 

cause breakouts. 

A retinol should be applied at 

night, starting initially with a couple 

of nights a week and then increasing 

to nightly use if no irritation. It 

is best to start with an over-thecounter 

retinol as this is less likely to 

cause irritation but can still be very 

effective. For example, the L’Oréal 

Paris Revitalift Retinol Night Serum is 

at an optimal concentration of 0.2% 

pure retinol and is an ultra-stable 

formulation. Prescription-strength 

retinoids are even more potent but 

more likely to cause irritation. 

Above all else, the best 

investment for summer is a broadspectrum 

sunscreen with SPF 30 

sor higher. 

YOUR NO #1 SUMMER 

SKINCARE ADVICE? 

Protect your skin from UV radiation. 

UV radiation not only causes skin 

cancer but can lead to pigmentation, 

redness, premature ageing and 

wrinkles, along with a whole myriad 

of other detrimental skin changes. 

Prevention is always key! 

BUT FIRST, SPF 

Warmer weather means more sun 

exposure. The impact of sun damage 

is cumulative; it gets worse as we age 

as we lose the ability to repair collagen 

as effectively. Australia has some of 

the harshest sun in the world with 

little ozone protection, so remaining 

focused on covering up and wearing 

sunscreen is extremely important. 

Apply sunscreen as the last step in your 

skincare routine. 

1. mesoestetic mesoprotech sun stick 100 

SPF50+, $49.80, 2. Aspect Sun Hydrating 

Face SPF50+, $59, 3. Aesthetics Rx 

Tinted Water-Resistant Sunscreen with 

Zinc, $59, 4. SkinMTX 3-in-1 Matte Tinted 

Protector 30ml, $70, 5. Dr Roebuck’s 

Barrier Reef Daily Facial Shield SPF50+, 

$49, 6. SunButter Tinted SPF50 Water 

Resistant Reef Safe Sunscreen, $31.95, 7. 

Invisible Zinc Tinted Daywear SPF30+, 

$31.99, 8. Ella Baché Sunguard Mineral 

Base Cover SPF40, 30ml, $48, 9. Sun Bum 

Face Lotion SPF50+ $17.99, 10. We Are 

Feel Good Inc. Kakadu Plum Sunscreen 

Lotion SPF50+ 200ml, $29.95

5. 

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2. 

3. 

4. 

6. 

7. 8. 

9. 10. 


SKIN 

HYDRATION 

WITHOUT THE 

HEAVINESS 

Simple changes to your core skincare 

routine can help your skin better cope 

and adjust to external changes. Skin 

feels oilier and heavier in summer, as 

dirt and dead skin cells tend to stay 

trapped on the surface of your skin. 

Replace your heavier winter moisturiser 

with a lightweight moisturiser or daily 

facial oil for skin that stays hydrated 

without getting clogged up or greasy. 

1. 

3. 

4. 

2. 

5.

6. 

1. Aspect Intense Hydration Sheet 

Mask x 5, $59.90, 2. Peter Thomas 

Roth Water Drench Hyaluronic 

Cloud Mask Hydrating Gel, $85, 3. 

Enbacci Vitis Vinifera Rejuvenating 

Essence, $69, 4. La Mer The Lip 

Balm, $105, 5. Dr Naomi Skin Fizzy 

Lift Instant Glow Mask 50ml, $129, 

6. Susanne Kaufmann Moisturizing 

Mask 50ml, $99, 7. Medik8 

Advanced Day Ultimate Protect 

50ml, $127, 8. Nature by Nature 

Renewal Daily Facial Oil 30ml, $39.95, 

9. Nature by Nature Bioactive 

Rosehip Oil 30ml, $34.95 10. Image 

Skincare Prevention+ Daily Matte 

Moisturizer, $74.95, 11. Esmi Skin 

Minerals Sunrise Skin Energising 

Acai Duo, $65, 12. Caudalie 

Vinopure Moisturising Mattifying 

Fluid, $55, 13. Dermaquest Skin 

Rehydrating Serum, $150, 14. 

Susanne Kaufmann Hyaluron 

Serum Moisturizing 30ml, $234, 15. 

Synergie Skin LumiBalance 30ml, 

$110, 16. L’Oréal Paris Revitalift 

Laser X3 Day Cream, $44.95, 17. 

Jurlique Moisture Plus Rare Rose 

Lotion 50ml, $59, 18. Jurlique 

Balancing Day Care Cream 125ml, 

$89, 19. Aspect Sheer Hydration, 

$89, 20. Sand & Sky Tasmanian 

Spring Water Splash Serum, $82.90, 

21. Sand & Sky Tasmanian Spring 

Water Hydration Boost Cream, 

$70.90, 22. Santa Maria Novella 

Aloe Gel For Face & Body 250ml, 

$60, 23. Avène Tolérance Control 

Soothing Skin Recovery Balm 40ml, 

$340.99, 24. Sunday Riley CEO 

Glow Vitamin C + Turmeric Face Oil, 

$122, 25. Eminence Organic Skin 

Care Mangosteen Gel Moisturiser 

60ml, $125 

13. 

20. 

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14. 

8. 

21. 

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10. 

9. 

12. 

17. 

16. 

22. 23. 

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11. 

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3. 

SKIN 

CLEAN & BRIGHT 

Swap out your creamy cleanser for gentle 

foaming, gel- or oil-based cleansers. While an 

oil-based cleanser may seem counterintuitive 

when you’re wanting to control an oil slick, 

think of it as a “like attracts like” deal. The 

natural oils found in these gentle cleansers 

penetrate deep into pores to dissolve build-up 

and excess oil while keeping the skin’s natural 

moisture barrier intact and thereby helping to 

prevent excess production of sebum. 

Exfoliating products (including AHAs and 

BHAs) to remove dead skin cells and stimulate 

blood flow will also boost your skin’s radiance 

and help prevent breakouts and acne flare-ups. 

1. 

2. 

5. 

4. 

6. 

1. Caudalie Vinopure Blemish Control 

Salicylic Serum, $68, 2. Caudalie 

Vinopure Purifying Gel Cleanser, $39, 

3. Caudalie Vinopure Purifying Toner, 

$39, 4. Paula’s Choice Exfoliating 

Body Spray, $39, 5. Peter Thomas 

Roth Water Drench Hyaluronic Cloud 

Makeup Removing Gel Cleanser, $46, 

6. Peter Thomas Roth Anti-Aging 

Cleansing Oil Makeup Remover, 

$46, 7. mesoestetic brightening 

foam, $63.60, 8. MODELROCK Skin 

Essentials Oil Cleanser 180ml, $35, 9. 

Clinique Limited edition decorated 

packaging by artist Jason Naylor, 

Clarifying Lotion Liquid Exfoliator 

200ml, $32, 10. Go Bare Sonic 

Cleansing Brush, $89, 11. BOOST 

LAB AHA Resurfacing Serum, $29.95, 

12. Biossance Squalane + Amino 

Aloe Gel Cleanser, $36, 13. CeraVe 

Hydrating Foaming Oil Cleanser 

236ml, $21.99, 14. Avène Tolérance 

Extremely Gentle Cleanser Toner 

200ml, $31.99, 15. Nature by Nature 

Exfoliating Facial Scrub 100ml, $22.95 

7. 

11. 

12. 

8. 

13. 

9. 

10. 

14. 

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3. 

SKIN 

PIGMENTATION 

& SKIN REPAIR 

Serums, particularly those with Vitamins A and C, are important 

all year round for smooth and clear skin, but all the more essential 

in summer as sun damage manifests in freckles, brown spots and 

other forms of pigmentation, and fine lines and wrinkles. 

The myriad benefits of active ingredients include increasing the 

natural hydration levels in the skin; strengthening the skin barrier 

function; improving skin firmness and reducing the appearance of 

fine lines by increasing skin cell turnover and collagen production; 

improving the immune function of the skin; reducing excess oil 

production; and reducing uneven skin tone and pigmentation. 

If you want to really up the ante, also look for products 

containing hyaluronic acid and peptides to further improve the 

look and feel of your skin and reduce signs of ageing. 

4. 

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14. 15. 

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1. SkinMTX Peptide Serum+ 2x7ml, $72, 2. Medik8 Oxy-R Peptides, 2 x 10ml, $124, 3. Sunday Riley CEO 15% Vitamin C 

Brightening Serum RRP $186, 4. Skinstitut Vitamin C 100%, $49, 5. arbonne DermResults Daily Radiance Peel Pads, $118, 6. 

Charlotte Tilbury Charlotte’s Magic Serum Crystal Elixir, $100, 7. SkinCeuticals Silymarin CF, $228, 8. Estée Lauder Advanced 

Night Repair Synchronized Multi-Recovery Complex 50ml, $159, 9. Eminence Organic Skin Care Citrus & Kale Potent C & 

E Serum 30ml, $149 10. Medik8 C-Tetra Luxe 30ml, $140, 11. SkinMTX Alpha Optimal Lightener, 30ml $112, 12. SkinMTX 

TeloZyme Youth Activator 20ml, $116, 13. Cosmedix Simply Brilliant Brightening Serum, $110, 14. CALECIM Professional 

Pigment Solution, $269, 15. Sisleÿa L’Intégral Anti-Âge Radiance Anti-Dark Spot Serum 30ml, $630, 16. Glo Skin Beauty 

C-Shield Anti-Pollution Drops, $148, 17. BIOLOGI BQK Radiance Serum Duo, $138, 18. Antipodes Glow Ritual Vitamin C 

Serum 30ml, $69.52, 19. Sunday Riley CEO 15% Vitamin C Brightening Serum, $186, 20. Bespoke Skin Technology Luminosity 

Revive and Refine Serum, $145, 21. Alya Skin Vitamin C Supercharged Serum, $39.99, 22. Pure Fiji Vitamin C Kakadu Vitamin 

C Brightening Oil, $99, 23. Trilogy Vitamin C Booster Treatment, $39.95, 24. Paula’s Choice C25 Super Booster, $72, 25. Ole 

Henriksen Banana Bright Vitamin C Serum, $96, 26. Nature by Nature Restoring Night Cream 50ml, $44.95, 27. Jurlique

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36. 37. 

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44. 45. 46. 47. 49. 

48. 50. 51. 

42. 

Calendula Redness Rescue Restorative Treatment Serum 30ml, $85, 28. Aspect Dr Complete Pigment Plus, $159.50, 29. Aspect 

Extreme C 20, $135, 30. PCA Skin Hyaluronic Overnight Mask, $140, 31. Sisley Hydra-Global Serum 30ml, $320, 32. Dr Naomi 

Skin Sweet Spot Intensive Spot Corrector 10ml, $89, 33. Esmi Skin Minerals Anti-Redness Minty Green Smoothie Serum, $65, 34. 

Paula’s Choice Hyaluronic Acid Booster, $41.60, 35. asap hydrating night repair+ 50ml, $85, 36. asap super B complex 30ml, $105, 

37. asap super C complex 30ml, $105, 38. Société Even Out Dark Spot Corrector, $148, 39. BOOST LAB Vitamin C Brightening 

Serum, $29.95, 40. Dr Naomi Skin One Night Stand Night Cream 50ml, $149, 41. Dr. LeWinn’s Reversaderm Brightening Vitamin 

C Face Mask, $9.95, 42. Image Skincare Vital C Hydrating Facial Mist, $65.95, 43. Aesthetics Rx C Serum 23%, $109, 44. L’Oréal 

Paris Revitalift Filler 1.5% Pure Hyaluronic Acid Serum, $44.95, 45. L’Oréal Paris L’Oréal Paris X3 Laser Pure Retinol Night Serum, 

$51.95, 46. Image Skincare Iluma Intense Brightening Serum, $92.50, 47. arbonne AgeWell Collagen Nurturing Serum 30ml, $100, 

48. Eyra Care Luxé Hydration 0.5% Pro-Retinol Renewal Cream, $72, 49. Skinstitut Expert Revitalise Hyaluronic Jelly Mask 74ml, 

$79, 50. L’Oréal Paris Revitalift Laser X3 Night Cream, $44.95, 51. Douglas Pereira Vitamin C Serum 30ml, $250 


SKIN 

SkinMTX ® 

reactivating 

youthful-looking skin 

NEW TO AUSTRALIA, SKINMTX ® IS A 

DERMATOLOGICAL-GRADE SKINCARE RANGE 

WITH AN AWARD-WINNING SERUM BASED 

ON THE NOBEL PRIZE-WINNING DISCOVERY 

OF TELOMERES AND SKIN AGEING.

SkinMTX provides clinically 

researched skincare formulations to 

offer optimal efficacy and proven 

results for both in-clinic treatments and 

home care. Made in Switzerland and 

Singapore, the brand has been driving 

innovations in aesthetic skincare for more 

than two decades, with clinically-proven 

actives that really deliver. 

SkinMTX is trusted by dermatologists, 

aesthetic doctors and medi-spas around 

the world – and now it’s Australia’s 

turn to experience this award-winning 

skincare range. 

Taking advantage of its Swiss 

expertise in the field of skin treatment 

solutions, SkinMTX uses top-of-therange 

ingredients that deliver clinicallyproven 

results. At the heart of every 

SkinMTX product is years of dedicated 

laboratory research and testing. The 

proprietary formulations harness the 

power of scientifically researched actives 

to help provide efficacious and visible 

improvements to skin problems. 

SkinMTX offers a complete solution 

to to different skin conditions and the 

signs of ageing by providing end-to-end 

options, starting with in-clinic treatments 

to home care regimens for long-term skin 

benefits and maintenance. Its range of 

Aesthetic Dermatology, Anti-Ageing, 

Anti-Acne, Skin Brightening and Special 

Care lines deliver optimal efficacy with 

superior reliability. 

The brand has received worldwide 

industry recognition for its cutting 

edge technology and product efficacy 

over the years. Most recently, SkinMTX 

TeloZyme Youth Activator was awarded 

the title of 2021 Beauty Insider “Best in 

Anti-Ageing”. 


SKIN 

Telomeres & 

intrinsic ageing 

Skin, or cutaneous, ageing is caused 

by two distinct processes: intrinsic 

and extrinsic factors. Intrinsic, or 

chronologic ageing, is determined by 

our genetic clock and is a continuous 

process that usually begins in our mid- 

20s but doesn’t become evident for 

decades. In our 20s, collagen production 

begins to slow and elastin has a bit 

less spring. Dead skin cells do not shed 

as quickly and turnover of new skin 

cells decreases. 

Extrinsic ageing is environmentally 

induced and manifests in age-associated 

skin changes, including thinning, laxity 

and wrinkles. In addition, sun-exposure 

leads to pigmentation, premature 

wrinkling, telangiectasia and actinic 

elastosis, not to mention skin cancer. 

At a cellular level, ageing is thought 

to be related to the shortening of 

telomeres (the end caps of DNA that 

protect chromosomes). In a Nobel Prizeawarded 

discovery, scientists have found 

that telomeres shorten with each cell 

replication and eventually enter a stage 

of decline. 

Chromosomal DNA is compromised 

when the telomeres wear out, causing 

cellular senescence – a key catalyst to the 

ageing process. 

SkinMTX’s award-winning TeloZyme TM 

Youth Activator is a revolutionary 

multifaceted serum that is inspired by 

this discovery. It is specially formulated 

to target telomeres and the integrity of 

the skin for a more youthful-looking 

appearance. CBM 

Signature 

TeloZyme TM 

Youth Activator 

This advanced serum 

is formulated to target 

telomeres. At the core of its 

formulation is TeloZyme TM 

Complex, the culmination of a 

ground-breaking innovation by 

SkinMTX scientists designed 

to help reinforce and protect 

the skin. This helps to boost 

skin condition and provide 

better defences against the 

signs of ageing. Skin looks less 

wrinkled and feels supple 

and taut.

technology 

Intense RejuvorA 

Cream 

This Vitamin A complex uses a 

unique encapsulation system 

to effectively deliver retinol 

into the skin without causing 

sensitivity or irritation. It helps 

reduce free radical damage 

and visibly improves the look 

of wrinkles while supporting 

skin renewal. It also helps to 

brighten the skin and improve 

tone, texture and hydration. 

Peptide Serum+ 

This is a skin-rejuvenating 

booster inspired by biomimetic 

technology. It offers visible agereversal 

benefits by supporting 

the initiation and up-regulation 

of the epidermal renewal cycle. 

This advanced peptide helps 

strengthen skin resilience, 

reduce the appearance of lines 

and wrinkles and diminish the 

look of scars. 

WHERE TO GET IT 

SkinMTX ® is exclusively available in select 

clinics and at www.skinmtx.com.au. 


Join the 

SKIN 

HydraFacial 

#GLOWvolution 

3 STEPS. 30 MINUTES. THE BEST SKIN OF YOUR LIFE. 

A 

HydraFacial treatment is performed 

somewhere in the world every 15 

seconds. That’s because, ladies and 

gents, HydraFacial is no ordinary facial. It’s an 

experience. A pleasure. A feeling. A confidence 

booster. And it offers the best skin of your life 

in 30 minutes. 

Skin Renu, a leading skin clinic in Balmain, 

Sydney, is now offering HydraFacial treatments, 

and it was high on my post-lockdown pamper 

priority list. 

HydraFacial couldn’t be easier or more 

relaxing. After being greeted by the delightful 

Diana in the welcoming, light-filled reception 

of Skin Renu, I was set to start my road to 

sparkling skin. 

HydraFacial uses advanced, patented 

vortex technology to deeply cleanse the skin 

and effectively deliver botanical ingredients 

containing nutrients such as hyaluronic acid, 

horse chestnut seed extract, red algae extract, 

copper, zinc and magnesium peptides to where 

they do the most good. In addition, HydraFacial 

also delivers powerful antioxidants to counteract 

damage by free radicals – from pollution, sun 

and stress – which can degrade the skin and 

accelerate the ageing process. 

HydraFacial incorporates spa therapy with 

medical technology to create truly exceptional 

skin revitalisation results. It’s a facial cleanse, 

microdermabrasion, skin resurfacing treatment 

and antioxidant boost in one quick, easy and 

pleasant skincare session. 

Suitable for all skin types, HydraFacial 

improves the appearance of fine lines, wrinkles, 

congested and enlarged pores, oily or acne 

prone skin, hyperpigmentation and brown 

spots. Each treatment noticeably decongests 

and shrinks pores, and plumps the skin with 

antioxidant and hyaluronic acid infusions. 

Even the most sensitive skin can benefit from a 

HydraFacial treatment.It’s become my go-to skin 

pick-me-up. CBM

3 steps 

to 

amazing 

skin! 

HydraFacial is an innovative, 

multi-stage treatment where every 

step of the process works together 

to achieve an even better result than 

each step could achieve alone. 

CLEANSE + PEEL 

Uncovers a new layer of skin 

with gentle exfoliation and 

relaxing resurfacing. 

EXTRACT 

+ HYDRATE 

SUITABLE FOR: 

• Fine lines + Wrinkles 

• Even Tone + Vibrancy 

• Skin Texture 

• Brown Spots 

• Oily + Congested Skin 

• Enlarged Pores 

• All skin types 

Removes debris from pores 

with painless suction. Nourishes 

with intense moisturisers that 

quench skin. 

FUSE + PROTECT 

Saturates the skin’s surface with 

antioxidants and peptides to 

maximise your glow. 

IT’S A FACIAL CLEANSE, 

MICRODERMABRASION, SKIN 

RESURFACING TREATMENT AND 

ANTIOXIDANT BOOST IN ONE 

QUICK, EASY AND PLEASANT 

SKINCARE SESSION. 

WHERE 

TO GET IT 

Skin Renu Laser & Skin 

Rejuvenation Clinic 

Balmain, Sydney 

Ph 02 9555 9506 

www.skinrenu.com.au 


CLINIC SPOTLIGHT 

NORTHERN 

SKIN 

SKIN 

STUDIO 

DR MONIQUE FLORES, THE FOUNDER 

OF TOWNSVILLE’S LEADING SKIN CLINIC 

NORTHERN SKIN STUDIO, REVEALS HOW 

SHE HAS COMBINED HER PASSION FOR 

SKIN CANCER MEDICINE AND AESTHETIC 

TREATMENTS TO CREATE A UNIQUE COSMETIC 

CLINIC FOR SUN-LOVING AUSTRALIANS. 

After 17 years treating patients 

in Townsville, one of the 

hottest cities in Australia with 

an average maximum of 29 degrees, 

Dr Monique Flores knows more than 

most about skin cancer and aesthetic 

treatments. Here she shares with 

us her journey from local GP to 

cosmetic doctor. 

HOW DID YOU BEGIN 

YOUR CAREER IN THE 

AESTHETICS INDUSTRY? 

I’ve always been very interested in 

aesthetics but didn’t pursue a career in 

the industry until after I began working 

in General Practice in 2002. 

In my role at a suburban practice, 

I ended up treating a lot of patients 

with skin cancer and found that I really 

enjoyed it, so I began developing my 

skills and knowledge in the area. 

Around the same time, I decided 

to pursue my interest in aesthetics as 

well, so I began training in cosmetic 

injectables. It wasn’t easy, but I 

gradually established my career as 

a GP specialising in skin cancer 

and a cosmetic GP by working as a 

contractor between two clinics. 

After working this way for many 

years – while also completing my 

Masters in Skin Cancer Medicine and 

numerous aesthetic treatment courses 

– I decided the time was finally right 

to open my own clinic. 

TELL US A LITTLE 

ABOUT NORTHERN SKIN 

STUDIO? 

I opened Northern Skin Studio in 

2014 offering just three main services 

– skin cancer diagnosis/treatments, 

advanced skin therapy (eg, laser 

treatments) and cosmetic injectables. 

As I already had a loyal following of

doctors have performed a lot of skin 

cancer surgery with many of these in 

facial areas. 

We’re not plastic surgeons, but 

doing such surgery gives us the skills 

and experience to feel very comfortable 

with facial anatomy and this can make 

a real difference when performing 

aesthetic procedures – particularly 

cosmetic injectables. It helps us give 

our patients the natural-looking results 

they want in the safest possible way. 

patients, the studio was busy from 

day one and has gradually increased 

in size and services since. 

Today, Northern Skin Studio has 

16 staff (including four doctors and 

three nurses), 12 treatment rooms 

and an extensive menu including: 

wrinkle relaxing injections; dermal 

filler injections; EmSculpt body 

contouring; Mona Lisa vaginal 

rejuvenation; carbon laser fractional 

laser resurfacing; RF microneedling; 

photodynamic therapy; HydraFacials; 

chemical peels; and NeoGraft 

hair restoration. 

WHAT DO YOU THINK 

MAKES NORTHER SKIN 

STUDIO SPECIAL? 

I think the main thing that makes 

us different to most aesthetic clinics 

is our team’s many years of medical 

experience. For example, all four of us 

WHAT ARE THE BIGGEST 

CHANGES YOU’VE SEEN 

IN YOUR AESTHETIC 

CAREER? 

I think one of the biggest and best 

changes is how everyone in the 

industry (cosmetic practitioners and 

clients) have become more open. 

When I began my career, cosmetic 

patients were a lot more secretive 

about the treatments they were 

having and often didn’t even tell their 

closest friends. 

Likewise, cosmetic practitioners 

often didn’t show the work they did 

(ie, their patients’ before and after 

photos) to anyone but a few colleagues. 

Today, increasing numbers of 

cosmetic clients are happy to tell (and 

show) almost everyone the work they 

have had done and many cosmetic 

practitioners are showing the work 

they do to almost everyone, too. 

I think this whole change in 

attitude has largely been driven by 

social media (especially Instagram), 

which has increased consumer 

obsession with beauty and knowledge 

of available treatments. 

I think this is good for the whole 

industry as it empowers consumers; 

they now have so many clinic and 

treatment options that practitioners 

can no longer just tell them that 

they’re good at what they do – they 

have to show them and prove what 

they can do. 


THE KEY TO A POSITIVE OUTCOME FOR CLIENTS IS A GOOD 

CONSULTATION AS THEY DON’T HAVE THE KNOWLEDGE TO 

KNOW WHAT TREATMENTS WILL OR WON’T WORK FOR THEM. 

SKIN 


ARE THE BIGGEST 

CHALLENGES 

FACING AESTHETIC 

PRACTITIONERS TODAY? 

A lot of people in the aesthetic 

industry seem to be concerned 

about meeting ‘unrealistic’ patient 

expectations. I felt this pressure 

in the past, but have worked on 

my consulting skills to minimise 

this pressure. 

The key to a positive outcome for 

clients is a good consultation as they 

don’t have the knowledge to know 

what treatments will or won’t work 

for them. It is up to us, the cosmetic 

practitioners, to be 100 percent 

honest with them when we explain 

their treatment options so that their 

expectations about the results (and 

pain and recovery time) are realistic 

before we start treating them. 


ARE THE BIGGEST 

AESTHETIC TRENDS? 

Trends come and go in this industry 

and a lot of the time the treatments 

don’t do what’s expected. 

The trend that’s apparent to me is 

that clients are now very happy to have 

regular maintenance treatments that 

are subtle but significant and don’t 

leave them looking frozen. They are 

happy to have some facial movement 

and aren’t demanding complete 

wrinkle erasing. 

There’s also much more investment 

in skin treatments with energy-based 

devices (lasers, radiofrequency, etc), 

which is great. We have always told 

clients that it looks incongruous to 

have a smooth wrinkle-free face with 

skin that looks unhealthy. 

WHAT’S THE LATEST 

TREATMENT/SERVICE ON 

OFFER AT NORTHERN 

SKIN STUDIO? 

We are very excited to be the first 

clinic in North Queensland offering 

NeoGraft hair restoration treatments. 

For a long time, we have known that 

hair loss is damaging to the confidence 

and self-esteem of so many of our 

patients, men and women, but until 

now we haven’t been able to offer 

them an effective solution. 

I am really happy that we can 

now offer such a minimally invasive 

procedure (no incisions or visible 

scarring) to help people get their 

natural hairlines – and their 

confidence – back. 

During the treatment, we use the 

NeoGraft device [which only arrived 

in Australia 18 months ago] to gently 

extract individual hair follicles from 

the patient’s donor site, usually the 

back of their head, and then implant 

them in balding areas. 

The patient is comfortable 

throughout the procedure as they 

are lightly sedated and can go home 

immediately afterwards. 

We all really look forward to not 

only performing the procedure on so 

many of our patients but also watching 

their physical and psychological 

transformation as their hair gradually 

grows back. 

WHAT ARE YOUR PLANS 

FOR NORTHERN SKIN 

STUDIOS IN THE NEXT 18 

MONTHS? 

I am going to continue doing what 

I have done since I first opened our 

doors – offer only the best, most 

up-to-date treatment options to our 

patients. I really think this is the key 

to the clinic’s success. I try not to get 

distracted by trends and just focus on 

providing treatments and services that 

I know are effective and only employ 

staff that have the skills and experience 

to do their jobs properly. 

It is very important that patients 

trust all of us, regardless of which 

treatments we are performing. And the 

only way we can have their trust is if 

we are 100 percent honest with them 

about the treatments every step of the 

way. CBM 

FOR MORE 

INFO 

Northern Skin Studio 

Townsville, QLD 

07 4771 5898 

www.northernskinstudio.com.au 

@DrMonique

BEAUTY 

CHANTELLE BAKER, CELEB 

MAKEUP ARTIST FOR 

L’ORÉAL PARIS, SHARES HER 

EXPERT TIPS AND TRICKS TO 

ENHANCE YOUR NATURAL 

BEAUTY AND PUT YOUR 

BEST FACE FORWARD, 

AS WE SHOWCASE SOME 

OF COSBEAUTY’S FAVE 

PRODUCTS. 


ONE OF MY FAVOURITE 

WAYS TO ACHIEVE THE 

PERFECT SCULPTED 

LOOK IS TO BEGIN WITH 

A DEEPER FOUNDATION, 

A FEW SHADES DARKER 

THAN YOUR SKIN TONE, 

AND MAP OUT THE AREAS 

YOU WANT DEFINED. 


BEAUTY 

DEFINING YOUR 

NATURAL JAWLINE 

‘The beauty about makeup is how we can master ways to define and highlight areas of 

our facial features,’ says go-to celebrity MUA Chantelle Baker. ‘One of my favourite ways 

to achieve the perfect sculpted look is to begin with a deeper foundation, a few shades 

darker than your skin tone, and map out the areas you want defined.’ 

Baker likes to use a smaller tapered brush and run the deeper shade right under the chin 

all the way along the jaw to the back of the ear. ‘Blending is the key to keeping it looking 

natural, and my tip is to blend down the neck using short downward strokes. The result 

should be seamless,’ she says. ‘I then use one of my favourite matte bronzers by L’Oréal 

Paris ‘Back to Bronze’ over the top to set the overall contour and keep it long lasting. 

Make sure you steer away from products with shimmer or anything too metallic.’

COSBEAUTY 

LOVES 

1. 

2. 

3. 

1. L’Oréal Paris Back to Bronze, $29.95, 

2. Tom Ford Sheer Highlighting Duo, $130, 

3. Sisley Phyto-Touche Illlusion of Summer Broxnzer, $125 


1. 

2. 

BEAUTY 

HOW TO 

COMPLEMENT 

YOUR 

CHEEKBONES 

According to Baker, the most effective 

way to bring life to your cheekbones 

is to use a blush that complements 

your skin tone. ‘I absolutely adore the 

two colours from L’Oréal Paris ‘Life’s a 

Peach’ and ‘Melon Dollar Baby’,’ she 

shares. ‘These tones are universally 

designed to bring out a little glow to 

your cheeks. I like to use a medium 

brush and add either of these colours 

to the apple of the cheek. My guide is 

to look straight into a mirror and start 

the application in-line with your pupil 

and blend right over the apple of your 

cheek, by starting slow and building 

the colour to your liking.’ 

Another simple way of taking this to 

the next level is to add a little shimmer 

highlighter on the high points of your 

cheekbones. Baker loves Glow Mon 

Amour drops by L’Oréal Paris, using 

her fingertips to apply. This product is 

highly pigmented and gives the skin 

an incredible illuminated finish. 

4. 

5. 

6. 

3. 

7. 

COSBEAUTY 

LOVES 

8. 

1. L’Oréal Paris Glow Mon Amour Highlighting 

Drops, $29.95, 2. L’Oréal Paris Life’s a Peach 

Blush, $29.95, 3. L’Oréal Paris Melon Dollar 

Baby Blush, $29.95, 4. Clinique Cheek Pop Pearl 

in Garnet Pop, $42, 5. Sisley Phyto-Blush in 

Rosewood, $95, 6. Sisley Phyto-Blush Twist in 

Rose, $85, 7. Sisley Blush Brush, $80, 8. Morphe 

2 PerkUp Cheek & Lip Colour in Rosy Wishes, $18 


ACHIEVING 

A FLAWLESS 

FINISH 

‘I always go back to prep products when trying to achieve 

that flawless finish,’ says Baker. ‘I am a huge fan of serums 

and I love to massage them into the skin prior to makeup. A 

simple way to achieve this is to use the L’Oréal Paris Revitalift 

Filler Serum and start with a face massage. What I love best 

about this product is how easily it gets absorbed into your 

skin and how instantly moisturised you feel. I also love adding 

a few drops into my foundation for extra glow and hydration. 

My favourite combo right now is L’Oréal Paris True Match 

Foundation and Revitalift Filler Serum.’ 

COSBEAUTY 

LOVES 

6. 

5. 

4. 

7. 

1. 

8. 

2. 

3. 

1. L’Oréal Paris True Match Foundation, $29.95, 2. L’Oréal 

Paris Revitalift Filler 1.5% Pure Hyaluronic Acid Serum, 

$44.95 30ml, 3. L’Oréal Paris True Match Hyaluronic 

Tinted Serum, $39.95, 4. Sisley Phyto-Teint Nude, $120, 

5. Aspect Minerals Primer, $49, 6. Trinny London BFF 

Rebalance, $75, 7. Estée Lauder Advanced Night Repair, 

$159, 8. Estée Lauder Double Wear Foundation, $60 


BEAUTY 

HIGHLIGHTING 

THE EYES & 

BROW AREA 2. 

One of the easiest ways to accentuate 

your eyes is to define them. Mascara 

was invented to highlight and define 

the eyes – it can do no wrong! 

‘I have been the biggest fan of 

any L’Oréal Paris mascaras for years, 

and I select a particular product 

depending on what finish I’m trying to 

achieve,’ says Baker. ‘I like to lengthen 

and define without being too clumpy. 

My absolute go-to without fail is 

the Lash Paradise mascara. When 

applying, look down into a mirror and 

wiggle the brush right from the roots 

of your lashes all the way to the end. 

This achieves maximum coverage 

and definition.’ 

Next up: pay attention to your brow 

area. Brows that are naturally defined 

frame our face, and it’s important 

to choose the correct shade and 

products in order to achieve this. 

‘I like to map out the brow shape 

using a brow pencil and lightly fill in 

any gaps. The L’Oréal Paris Brow Artist 

Expert in Cool Brown is the perfect 

shade for me. I don’t like anything 

with too much warmth to it and also 

love the styling brush to groom 

brows into place. This is one of those 

handbag essentials,’ says Baker. 

3. 

1. 

4. 

5. 

6. 

COSBEAUTY 

LOVES 

8. 

7. 

1. L’Oréal Paris Brow Artist Expert, $19.95, 

2. L’Oréal Paris Lash Paradise Mascara, 

$24.95, 3. Charlotte Tilbury The Super 

Nudes Duo Liner $47, 4. Morphe Make It Big 

Brush-up Liquid Liner in Bold Black, $18, 5. 

Charlotte Tilbury Brow Lift in Natural Brown, 

$45, 6. Charlotte Tilbury Super Nudes Face 

Palette Nudegasm, $120, 7. LOUNGEFACE 

Lash, $29, 8. Sisley Phyto-Eye Twist in 

Rose Bronze, $60, 9. Morphe 35F Fall Into 

Fabulous Artistry Palette, $38 

9. 


DEFYING 

AGE 

Don’t let age define you! As Baker attests, 

one of the biggest ways to stay youthful is 

to keep positive and try to laugh and smile 

as much as possible. ‘We all age, but you 

can be young at heart forever – smile lines 

are smile lines for a reason! But when you 

do want to look and feel fresh, hydrate from 

the inside out. Look after yourself and spoil 

yourself from time to time.’ 

1. 

COSBEAUTY 

LOVES 

LIP TALK 

Look for hydrating lip products in a shade 

close to your natural lip colour to add the 

illusion of plumper, smoother, younger 

looking lips. Think pinky nudes and rosy 

browns with your preference of a matte, 

satiny, sheer or glossy finish. 

5. 

2. 3. 

4. 

6. 

1. L’Oréal Paris Brilliant Signature Plumping Lip Gloss, $24.95, 2. L’Oréal Paris 

Color Riche Lipstick, $21.92, 3. Sisley Phyto-Lip Twist in Rosy Nude, $60, 

4. Charlotte Tilbury The Super Nudes Lipsticks, $49.00 each, 5. Morphe Make 

It Big Lip Plumper in So Fire, $18, 6. Estée Lauder Pure Color Envy Sculpting 

Lipstick in Rebellious Rose, $55 


HOW TO STYLE 

BEAUTY 


like a pro 

YOUR HAIR 

THIS YEAR’S BEST 

HAIR CARE AND 

HAIR TOOLS 

FOR NEXT-LEVEL 

SALON-RIVALLING 

STYLES. 

After the year we’ve had, it’s 

time to up the glam factor 

and go all-out va-va-voom, 

and what better place to start than 

your crowning glory? These days, 

it’s a cinch to get glossy tresses and 

transform ourselves from leisureweardonned 

WFH-ers to double vaxxed 

party animals (I know, all in good time, 

but a girl can start small). 

The new generation of hair care 

products and tools offer quick and 

easy styling saviours – and are 

less damaging on the hair than 

their predecessors. Having said 

that, for shiny and manageable 

hair, it’s all about damage control. 

Look for hydrating shampoos and 

conditioners, apply a hair treatment or 

mask at least once a week and always 

use a heat protectant before styling. 

Avoid products that contain harsh 

sulfates, parabens or sodium chlorine 

– these will weigh your hair down, 

and nobody wants a Debby Downer 

raining on their fun. 

Also, remember that your diet is 

key to luscious locks. Hair is made up 

of protein, so foods high in protein 

are great for both hair growth and 

strength. Essential fatty acids found 

in food like salmon are also great for 

boosting hair strength and shine. 


ESSENTIAL 

TOOLS 

BEAUTY 

of the 

TRADE hair care 

2. 

We have a set skincare regimen and we should 

be giving the same love and affection to our hair. 

Like most worthy things in life, having just-walkedout-of-a-salon 

hair is about the prep work. Start 

with washing your hair with a hydrating shampoo 

and conditioner. Before blasting your strands with 

a blow dryer, apply a leave-in treatment to add 

moisture to the hair. Always, always apply a heat 

protectant before letting your precious strands get 

near a heat styler and finish off your look with a 

shine spray for that added glam factor. 

1. 

3. 

4. 

5. 

1. Pump Mermaid Lengths Anti Breakage + Split End Remedy Spray 200ml, 

$32, 2. Pump Haircare Thickening Shampoo 250ml and Conditioner 250ml, 

$34.95 each, 3. Pump Thickening Spray 200ml, $39, 4. Pump BioGro Noticeably 

Thinning Hair 50ml, $39, 5. Pump Liquid Gold Growth Oil Treatment 125ml, $29 


1. 

2. 

3. 

WE 

LOVE 

1. Joico Colorful Anti-Fade Shampoo 

300ml, $33.95, 2. Joico Colorful Anti- 

Fade Conditioner 250ml, $33.95, 3. Joico 

Colorful Glow Beyond Anti-Fade Serum 

63ml, $31.95 4. TRESemmé Pro Pure Colour 

Radiance Shampoo and Conditioner 675ml, 

$12.99 each, 5. Coco & Eve Miracle Hair 

Elixir, $44.90, 6. Coco & Eve Like A Virgin 

Hair Masque, $57.90, 7. Philip Kingsley 

Elasticizer 150ml, $72.75 

4. 

5. 

7. 

6. 


2. 

1. 3. 

BEAUTY 

4. 

5. 

6. 

7. 

8. 

9. 

10. 11. 

12. 13. 

14. 

1. L’Oréal Paris Elvive Extraordinary Oil, $19.95, 2. Growth Bomb Strengthening Mask, $24.99, 3. Growth Bomb 

Hair Growth Serum, $19.99, 4. Hair Rituel by Sisley La Crème 230, 150ml, $125, 5. evo day of grace pre-style primer, 

$36, 6. evo mister fantastic blowout spray, $36, 7. evo whip it good moisture mousse, $30, 8. John Frieda Frizz Ease 

Weightless Wonder Featherlight Smoothing Crème, $16.99, 9. CLOUD NINE Magical Quick Dry Potion, $45 (200ml), 

10. arbonne TrueSmooth Apple Vinegar Hair Rinse 148ml, $37, 11. arbonne TrueSmooth Rich Lather Shampoo 296ml, 

$48, 12. arbonne TrueSmooth Hydrating Conditioner 296ml, $48, 13. Color Wow One Minute Transformation, $45.95, 

14. Color Wow Style On Steroids Texture Finishing Spray, $49.95, 


1. 

2. 

brushes 

A good-quality brush is as essential as shampoo and 

conditioner. Brushing your hair helps activate healthy 

blood circulation and stimulate hair growth. It also 

redistributes oil from the scalp to help keep the outer 

layer of the hair smooth and shiny. 

Selecting the right hair brush depends on the style 

you’re going for and your hair type. If you’re after 

sleek and smooth locks with a boost of shine, opt 

for a paddle brush. These smoothing brushes often 

have boar or nylon bristles which reduce static so the 

cuticles of the hair lie flat, making it the perfect choice 

for achieving the professional salon look at home. 

For a bombshell blowout, a round brush is the 

grand dame. Vent holes in the brush allow the heat 

from the hairdryer to circulate at the roots and add 

more volume. Take it one step further with a ceramic 

round brush – this heats up when you use it with a hair 

dryer, styling your locks into bouncy soft curls or waves 

(depending on the size of the brush). 

3. 

WE 

LOVE 

1. evo hank 43 ceramic radial brush, $42 

2. Hair Rituel by Sisley The Blow-Dry Brush No.2, $100 

3. EVY PROFESSIONAL ECO Detangling Brush, $24.95 


BEAUTY 

hairdryers 

As they say, behind every wellcoiffed 

head is a good hairdryer. 

The OG of hair tools, a dependable 

hairdryer is up there with a good 

hairdresser. Today’s versions are feats 

of engineering that can make your 

blowout experience quick and easy 

with salon-worthy results. 

EVY PROFESSIONAL 

Infusalite Dryer, $210 

WE 

LOVE 

flat irons 

A high-powered flat iron can create sleek 

styles on just about every hair type and 

texture and are a modern-day hair staple. 

They help to tame the frizzies and achieve 

the look of silky, glossy hair. A ceramic flat 

iron is typically best for finer hair, while 

titanium straighteners are recommended for 

taming thick, course or curly hair. 

curling irons 

Available in ceramic, tourmaline, titanium or gold 

plated, curling irons make waves, crimps and curls 

a breeze. When it comes to curling irons, one size 

doesn’t always fit all. Choosing the right one for 

you will depend on your hair type and the curl you 

want to achieve – in general, the smaller the barrel, 

the tighter the curl. 

CLOUD NINE The Cordless Iron Pro, $595 

ghd platinum+ styler, white, $355 

EVY PROFESSIONAL iQ-Oneglide 

(available in 1” & 1.5”), $299 

ghd curve classic 

curl tong, $250 


hybrid hair tools 

Do you like the look and feel of a lush, voluminous 

blowout but aren’t particularly in love with the 

whole process and multiple tools needed? Same. 

That’s why the new generation of hybrid hair tools 

have seemed like a gift straight from the hair gods. 

Hot brushes are quickly becoming the next big 

thing in hair styling. They essentially combine a 

round or paddle brush, hairdryer and straightener 

in one. 

ghd glide hot brush, $240 

ghd rise hot brush, $280 

IN BETWEEN 

WASHES 

Oily hair is a common problem but what 

you may not know is that daily washing can 

produce more oil at the roots of the hair. The 

sebaceous glands get hyped up and produce 

more oil – so the more you shampoo, the more 

greasy your hair. The flipside is that the rest 

of your hair gets stripped of oils, so greasy 

roots and dry ends are evermore apparent. Dry 

shampoo comes to the rescue to transform 

greasy hair into manageable, fresh tresses. 

Simply spray on the roots of the hair, brush 

through and style! 

1. GROW Thicker 

Fuller Volumising Dry 

Shampoo, $16.99, 

2. COLAB Dry Shampoo 

Extreme Volume, $8.99 


HOLIDAY PARTY LOOK 1 

BEAUTY 

STEP 1 - PREP 

Prep hair with ghd 

bodyguard heat protect 

spray in misted layers. 

STEP 2 - SECTION 

Section hair horizontally into 

two sections, beginning at 

the bottom of the head and 

work upwards. 

STEP 6 - 

CONTINUE 

Continue this technique 

throughout the hair until all 

hair is smooth and tucked. 

STEP 7 - SECTION 

Section the front of the hair 

into a large triangle, clip this 

up and out of the way. 

STEP 3 - ANGLE 

place the ghd paddle 

brush horizontally into the 

roots, followed by the ghd 

platinum+ styler. 

STEP 8 - TIE 

Section the hair again 

from the ears upwards for 

a high ponytail and tie 

this into place. 

STEP 4 - TRAVEL 

Glide down the hair, leading 

the way with the ghd paddle 

brush for the best tension. 

STEP 9 - 

ACCESSORISE 

Release the triangle section, 

sweep to the side and secure 

with festive hair slides. 

STEP 5 - TURN 

Turn the ghd platinum+ 

styler a quarter turn inwards 

for a soft bevel on the ends 

of the hair. 

STEP 10 - FINISH 

fFinish the look by wrapping 

hair around the elastic and 

misting with ghd perfect 

ending final fix hairspray. 


The Embellished Half-Up Pony 

ghd desire limited-edition platinum+ styler $375 

ghd paddle brush, $44 

ghd bodyguard heat protect spray, $35 

ghd perfect ending final fix hairspray $25 


HOLIDAY PARTY LOOK 2 

BEAUTY 

STEP 1 - PREP 

Prep hair with ghd curly 

ever after curl hold spray in 

misted layers. 

STEP 2 - ANGLE 

Place the ghd 

platinum+styler vertically into 

the roots with the nose of the 

styler pointing downwards. 

STEP 5 - 

CONTINUE 

Continue this technique 

throughout the hair, then 

curling towards the face on 

the opposite side. 

STEP 6 - FINISH 

Finish the look by misting 

ghd shiny ever after 

final shine spray onto a 

detangling comb. 

STEP 3 - TURN 

Turn the styler one full turn 

away from the face. 

STEP 7- DRESS 

Dress out the curls to 

create formed, glossy 

waves with the 

detangling comb. 

STEP 4 - TRAVEL 

Glide down the hair until 

reaching the ends. 

STEP 8- 

ACCESSORISE 

Finish the look by tucking 

one side behind the ear 

and accessorising with a 

chunky hair slide. 


Perfect Party Waves 

ghd desire limited-edition platinum+ styler, $375 

ghd curly ever after curl hold spray, $35 

ghd shiny ever after final shine spray, $35 

ghd detangling comb, $25 


BEAUTY 

AS WE SAY A MUCH-NEEDED 

HELLO TO WARMER 

WEATHER, IT’S TIME TO 

‘SUMMERISE’ OUR BEAUTY 

ROUTINES WITH THE 

SEASON’S BEST SELF-TANNERS 

AND BRONZERS. 

For golden radiance the sun-smart 

and skin-safe way, a self-tanner is 

a summer staple. It can hide a 

myriad of skin imperfections and give you 

a gorgeous healthy-looking glow without 

the pigmentation, wrinkles and skin cancers 

doled out by the sun’s rays, thank you 

very much. 

The key to a perfect faux glow is having 

a properly prepped canvas on which to 

apply colour. Self-tanners work by staining 

the top layer of your skin, so by sloughing 

off dead skin cells you not only extend your 

tan’s life but also prevent patchy results. 

Use a buff, loofah or grainy body scrub to 

exfoliate, paying extra attention to drier 

areas such as elbows, knees and ankles that 

soak up colour more intensely. 



BEAUTY 

Make sure your skin is cool and 

dry. Moisture from wet or perspiring 

skin interferes with the performance 

of self-tanners. We recommend 

applying moisturiser or a barrier 

cream to your elbows, knees, ankles 

and inside your belly button to 

prevent staining. 

When it’s tanning go-time, for best 

results use a tanning applicator mitt. 

If you’re working with a spray, hold 

it around 20cm away from your body 

and distribute evenly. For mousses, 

lotions and gels, put a liberal amount 

of product on your applicator mitt 

and apply in light, vertical strokes 

until evenly absorbed, one section of 

the body at a time. 

Leave your tan to develop as 

long as possible, but if you’re hasty 

to be less pasty, look for formulas 

that work their magic in as little 

as two hours. Keep skin hydrated 

with a body moisturiser each day 

to prolong your tan and promote 

even fading. And make it a bronzed 

shimmer lotion for good measure. 

Bronzers, shimmering body oils 

and face and body illuminators will 

also give your skin that coveted 

healthy glow. They work beautifully 

to enhance the results of a self-tan 

or can be used on their own for a 

dose of radiance. Combine with 

highlighters for a stealth beauty 

effect that lights up your face like 

a light bulb under your skin to 

enhance all your features. 

We are spoiled for choice 

when it comes to products that 

deliver the glow, in formulations 

that can be used as standalone 

products or incorporated into 

moisturisers, foundations or face 

and body oils for true multi-purpose 

time-savers. CBM 

TANNING TIP 

ALABASTER BEAUTIES MAY 

BENEFIT MORE FROM A 

MOISTURISER WITH BUILT- 

IN TANNER, WHICH WILL 

GRADUALLY BUILD AND 

MAINTAIN A GLOW.

16 

OF THE BEST 

SELF-TANNERS 

AND TOOLS FOR 

THE ULTIMATE 

SUMMER 

GLOW 

1. 

2. 

3. 

4. 

8. 

5. 

6. 7. 9. 

10. 11. 

14. 15. 

13. 

16. 

12. 

1. tanON tan applicator mitt, $12.95, 2. Coco & Eve Bronzing Face Drops, $39.90, 3. Coco & Eve Sunny Honey Bali Bronzing 

Foam, $44.90, 4. Tanologist Self Tan Water - Express Tan, $22.99, 5. Bondi Sands Pure Renew Self-Tanning Face Mist, $22.95, 6. 

Bondi Sands Pure Renew Self-Tanning Sleep Mask, $22.95, 7. Morphe Faux Show Sunless Tanning Face & Body Drops, $26, 8. 

Tan-Luxe The Face Self Tanner, $59, 9. Sisley Self Tanning Hydrating Facial Skin Care 60ml, $180, 10. Sisley Self Tanning Hydrating 

Body Skin Care 150ml, $165, 11. Jurlique Smoothing Body Exfoliating Gel 200ml, $48, 12. Jergens Natural Glow Wet Skin 

Moisturiser + Firming Gradual Tan, $14.99, 13. St Tropez Tan Self Tan Express Bronzing Mousse, $59.99, 14. St Tropez Self Tan 

Extra Dark, $59.99, 15. Sunescape Instant Self-Tan Mousse in Summer in Santorini, $44.95, 16. tanGO exfoliating mitt, $22.95 


1. 

13 

BRONZERS, 

BODY OILS AND 

HIGHLIGHTERS 

GUARANTEED 

TO GIVE YOU A 

GLOW UP 

4. 

BEAUTY 

2. 

3. 

5. 

6. 

8. 

7. 

9. 

12. 

10. 

13. 

11. 

1. Charlotte Tilbury Supermodel Body, $88, 2. Charlotte Tilbury Super Nudes Face Palette, $120, 3. Tom Ford Soleil 

Blanc Shimmering Body Oil, $145, 4. Morphe, Morphe X Avani Gregg Whoa Glow Face & Body Illuminator, $18, 5. Tom 

Ford Sheer Highlighting Duo, $130, 6. Sisley Stylo Lumiere, $78, 7. KVD Beauty ModCon Liquid-Gel Blush in Glowlita, 

$35, 8. Sunday Riley Fairy Godmother Shimmering Body Oil Gel, $73, 9. Youngblood Light Reflecting Highlighter, 

$69.95, 10. Vapour Beauty Luminous Foundation, $70, 11. Vapour Beauty Aura Multi Stick Blush, $55, 12. Jurlique 

Lemon Body Oil 100ml, $39, 13. Sisley Phyto-Touche Illlusion of Summer Bronzer, $125 


TANNING TIP 

A SELF-TAN SPECIFIC 

FOR THE FACE IS OFTEN 

BETTER FOR A RADIANT 

COMPLEXION AND CAN 

ACHIEVE A MORE A MORE 

SUBTLE COLOUR BOOST. 


COSMETIC ENHANCEMENT 

DIARY OF A 

BLEPHAROPLASTY 

PATIENT 

EVER WONDERED WHAT IT’S LIKE TO HAVE EYELID SURGERY? 

THIS PATIENT DOCUMENTS HER BLEPHAROPLASTY AND PTOSIS 

REPAIR WITH OCULOPLASTIC SURGEON DR BENJAMIN BURT.

Patient: Antoinette, 46 

Procedure: Blepharoplasty and 

ptosis repair 

Reason: Recommendation 

by optometrist due to excess 

eyelid skin and droop of eyelids 

affecting vision 

Surgeon: Dr Benjamin Burt, 

Oculoplastic Surgeon 

– www. drbenjaminburt.com 

Hospital: Windsor Private Hospital, 

20 The Avenue, Windsor VIC 3181 

Small and hooded eyes are part of my genetics. It 

wasn’t until my early 40s that I noticed my eyelids 

drooped and the increase of excess skin simply 

became a way of life. I would find myself continually 

raising my eyebrows when speaking to people, and 

when tired I would see from my peripheral vision the 

sag of skin. I had regular injectables to help raise the 

brow and open my eyes. My eyes felt unsupported, 

almost like something had collapsed. I put it down to 

the ‘ageing process’. 

It wasn’t until I arranged a long overdue eye test 

with my optometrist that I realised my concerns were 

justified. After my consultation, she recommended 

that I see an oculoplastic surgeon for an opinion and 

provided a referral. 

After significant research, I met with Dr Benjamin 

Burt, a prominent and highly respected oculoplastic 

surgeon located in Melbourne. Dr Burt ticked all the 

boxes. He is known for his work, is an expert in his 

field and a highly sought-after oculoplastic surgeon. 

It was important that I chose a surgeon who saw the 

‘person’, not the procedure. When meeting him and 

his team, he explained clearly what needed to be done, 

discussed the recovery process and illustrated how I 

my eyes would look after the procedure. He requested 

photos prior to my 40s to use as a comparison and so 

he could identify my features. I instantly felt assured 

and comfortable and soon after I scheduled in the 

surgery date. 



DAY OF PROCEDURE 

I arrive at Windsor Private Hospital and am 

greeted by the team. I then meet with my 

anaesthetist who discusses my health and details 

with full transparency of what I should expect. I 

change into my hospital gown and am provided 

with compression stockings to wear. I’m taken in 

the pre-procedure room where I’m placed on a 

pre-heated hospital bed. 

Shortly after, Dr Burt meets with me. We go 

over the procedure, any concerns I have, and 

he draws an outline on the areas where he will 

perform surgery. I feel comfortable, assured and 

grateful that I am in incredible hands. 

POST PROCEDURE – RECOVERY 

I awake in recovery feeling comfortable. No pain, 

no discomfort. Prior to leaving the hospital, I meet 

with a nurse who provides me with a post-op 

homecare kit and discusses what to expect. 

The homecare kit includes: 

• Detailed information and instruction on postoperative 

care 

• Chlorsig Eye Ointment 1% to apply on stiches 

twice daily. This promotes healing and helps 

evade infection. 

• TheraPearl Eye-seential Mask – contains 

flexible gel beads that conform to your face. 

It is stored in the freezer and helps to soothe 

and reduce swelling. 

• Brauer Arnicaeze Arnica Tablets to promote 

bruise healing. 

• A beautiful candle, chocolate and chamomile 

tea to enjoy. 

The remainder of the night I have slight 

irritation but zero pain. I place the icepack 

as instructed and sleep elevated to assist 

with swelling. 

DAY ONE RECOVERY 

There is increased swelling and localised weeping 

but I feel zero pain and zero discomfort. I’m able 

to function day to day normally and resume work. 

Dr Burt’s office contacts me for post-operative 

follow-up. I follow the post-operative instructions. 

DAY TWO RECOVERY 

Some swelling, bruising and redness as expected, 

but no discomfort and no need for any pain 

medication. 

Today I shower for the first time. I don’t wash 

my face but allow water to run down it. I keep 

following the post-operative instructions. 

DAY THREE RECOVERY 

Swelling is reduced slightly but redness and 

bruising are present. Again, no pain or discomfort 

and no need for any pain medication. 

My eyelids start to feel a little itchy due to 

healing. I liken it to hay fever symptoms; it’s 

tolerable. Followed post-operative instructions. 

DAY FOUR RECOVERY 

The swelling has reduced and I can open my eyes 

more. Redness and bruising are present but still 

no pain or discomfort and no need for any pain 

medication. 

My eyelids feel tight and itchy, but it’s tolerable. 

Followed post-operative instructions. 

DAY FIVE RECOVERY 

Swelling has reduced further; redness, bruising 

and itchiness still present. Followed postoperative 

instructions.

BEFORE 

ONE MONTH POST 

DIRECTLY POST OP 

DAY TWELVE 

DAY 1 

DAY ELEVEN 

DAY TWO 

DAY NINE 

DAY THREE 

DAY EIGHT 

DAY FOUR 

DAY FIVE 



(WEEK TWO) 

DAY EIGHT RECOVERY 

Today my stitches are removed, which I’m 

excited about. 

Swelling, redness and bruising are subsiding 

and still no pain or discomfort. 

I’m given Blackmores Natural Vitamin E cream 

and advised to gently massage the scar tissue on 

my eyelids twice daily. I’m told that lumps 

of scar tissue will be felt but will resolve with 

time and massage. I keep following my postoperative 

instructions. 

DAY NINE RECOVERY 

Swelling is continuing to reduce and redness 

and bruising are subsiding significantly. Still no 

pain or discomfort. I follow the post-operative 

instructions and use the Vitamin E cream. 

DAY ELEVEN RECOVERY 

At this point, I notice the healing progress is a 

slower process and I’m not seeing significant 

daily changes. Still zero pain and zero discomfort. 

I follow my post-operative instructions and use 

the Vitamin E cream. 

DAY TWELVE RECOVERY 

My eyes are starting to take shape 

and look ‘normal’. I keep following my 

post-op instructions. 

ONE MONTH POST PROCEDURE 

I still have slight swelling. It’s not noticeable, but 

I can feel it. The base of my eyelids feels numb, 

which is normal and will get better over time. 

I apply makeup for the first time. I opt 

for mineral makeup (Aspect Minerals) and 

tubed mascara. 

My eyelids feel dry along the scar, but the 

scar isn’t visible when my eyes are open or 

when I’ve applied makeup. The scar tissue is 

healing extremely well – it’s barely noticeable. 

I continue to massage Vitamin E cream to help 

with the healing. 

FINAL OUTCOME 

I am so pleased with the outcome. The entire 

process, from the procedure to recovery, was 

incredibly quick and easy. Not once did I feel 

pain or discomfort. 

In terms of my vision, I don’t feel the need to 

elevate my eyebrows to see, and I look brighter 

and more awake. The scar is minimal and will 

continue to get better with time. The procedure 

has truly changed my life. I am beyond grateful to 

Dr Benjamin Burt and his incredible team. He is 

a genius and a master at his craft. CBM 

BEFORE 

AFTER

PROTECT 

YOURSELF 

WITH SUMMER FAST APPROACHING, MANY OF 

US ARE DRAWN TO ENJOYING THE SUN’S RAYS 

– EVEN LYING IN THE SUN – BUT BE WARNED. 

According to Cancer Council 

Australia, around two in three 

Australians will be diagnosed 

with some form of skin cancer before 

the age of 70. 

One of the best ways to protect 

yourself against the sun’s harmful rays 

is by using a sunscreen. But one of 

the most confusing terms is SPF. What 

does this actually mean? 

Sunscreens are merely filters, and all 

of them will let some ultraviolet (UV) 

radiation through at varying rates – 

indicated by the Sun Protection Factor 

(SPF) rating. The level of SPF given to 

each sunscreen is measured using 

a complex equation, and refers to the 

amount of UV radiation required to 

cause sunburn with the sunscreen on, 

as a multiple of the amount required 

without the sunscreen. 

The protection given by a sunscreen 

will also vary depending on: 

• The amount applied 

• The frequency of application 

• The skin type of the user 

• Immersion in water through 

swimming 

• The extent a person sweats 

• Amount of sunscreen absorbed 

by the skin. 

The use of sunscreen is an important 

preventative measure to help reduce 

your risk of developing skin cancer 

and premature skin ageing. 

Skin is highly susceptible to attack 

by the sun, resulting in the destruction 

of collagen and elastin structure, 

and, more seriously, the damage to 

cells’ DNA which can lead to possible 

cancer formation. 

So no matter what level of 

protection you choose, the best 

advice is to apply your sunscreen 

liberally throughout the day. CBM 

SPF 50+ 

Despite having the highest 

rates of melanoma in the 

world, Australians have 

been slow to adopt the 

heightened protection offered 

by SPF 50+ sunscreen. 

According to the Cancer 

Council, skin cancers account for 

around 80 percent of all newly 

diagnosed cancers in Australia 

each year. So why has it taken 

so long to introduce these 

higher levels of protection to 

our shores? 

The concern has always been 

that people will think that using 

a sunscreen labelled SPF 50 

means they can use less of it or 

won’t have to apply it as often. 

And while an increase from 30 

to 50 sounds like a lot, in reality 

the extra protection offered by 

SPF 50 isn’t nearly as significant. 

Add to this the fact the average 

person puts on between 25 and 

50 percent less sunscreen than 

recommended, and you can see 

why the authorities may have 

urged caution over introducing 

what merely appears to be a 

significantly more effective level 

of protection. 



Cosmetic 

surgery 

& the 

ZOOM 

BOOM

LOCKDOWNS AND THE NEW WFH 

CULTURE HAVE PROMPTED A BIG 

SHIFT IN HOW WE VIEW OUR OWN 

BEAUTY AND A NEW PRESSURE TO 

‘LOOK GOOD’ ON VIDEO CALLS. 

for the good part of two years, many of us have 

been viewing our own digital reflection on a daily 

basis, taking our place amid rows of headshots 

featuring colleagues and acquaintances displayed 

side-by-side, just centimetres apart, for up to an hour 

or more at a time. 

The frequency of video calls increased by 70% 

last year for employed Australians – and all this 

‘up close and personal’ Zoom time is adding an 

additional layer of scrutiny as we watch ourselves 

speak and react to others. 

Are you noticing lines and wrinkles and double 

chins you just don’t see while looking in the bathroom 

mirror? If you answered yes, you’re not alone. In a 

recent survey, ‘Up Close and Personal’ conducted 

for Allergan Aesthetics, 68% of the 2,018 Australians 

surveyed said they sometimes feel anxious about their 

appearance on video calls. Thirty-one percent report 

they feel more aware of their flaws on video calls and 

27% say they have felt more critical of their appearance 

in the past 12 months due to digital interactions. 

One-quarter of respondents said they ‘feel they 

look continuously tired and drawn when they see 

themselves online’. Ageing was also a key issue, with 

20% ‘feeling they look older on video calls’ and 25% 

‘feeling pressured to look younger online’. 

The research reported it’s not just fine lines and 

wrinkles that Australians are taking a closer look at, 

with camera angles prompting a new perspective on 

the jawline – over a quarter (27%) of people surveyed 



cite double chins, drooping jowls and the 

jawline as key facial concerns. 

Sydney dermatologist Dr Natasha Cook says, 

‘Not only are we seeing our own faces more 

often on video calls, but the format also adds 

an additional layer of scrutiny, by reflecting our 

emotions and reactions in real time. 

‘For some people, this is far more 

confronting than simply looking in a physical 

mirror for daily grooming.’ 

Putting your best 

face forward 

The survey researchers noted that Australians 

are taking action to put their best face forward 

– emphasised by 48% considering ways to 

improve their personal appearance on video 

calls ‘from over-the-counter skincare to medical 

aesthetic injectable treatments’. Specifically, 

14% are considering dermal filler or antiwrinkle 

injections to improve their appearance 

for online video calls. The Cosmetic Physicians 

College of Australasia (CPCA) has reported 

that, compared with the previous year, dermal 

filler injections saw a significant increase of 

25% and anti-wrinkle injections were up 14%. 

This trend has been echoed internationally, 

with a recent US study noting 86% of 

dermatologists reported their patients 

referenced video conferencing as a reason 

for their new cosmetic concerns. Another 

recent study found that among those who 

previously did not have an interest in facial 

cosmetic treatments, 40% now plan to pursue 

treatments based on concerns from their video 

conferencing appearance alone. 

Sydney plastic surgeon Dr Steven Liew 

says, ‘Video calls are now a norm in our 

daily communication. Unfortunately, it now 

provides a platform for people to not only 

scrutinise their own features more closely but 

also compare themselves to others. 

‘This harsh reality has translated into 

increased interest in facial aesthetics in clinic, 

with many people stating their motivation 

for enhancement is directly related to seeing 

themselves on screen,’ he adds.

NOT ONLY ARE WE SEEING OUR OWN FACES MORE 

OFTEN ON VIDEO CALLS, BUT THE FORMAT ALSO ADDS 

AN ADDITIONAL LAYER OF SCRUTINY, BY REFLECTING OUR 

EMOTIONS AND REACTIONS IN REAL TIME. 

THE FACE 

‘TWEAKMENTS’ 

WOMEN WANT MOST 

New research by TEXOANE Australia, conducted 

by Lonergan Research, has revealed that 70% of 

Australian women aged under 60 are eager for a 

‘tweakment’ – a small change to at least one of 

their facial features – with Gen Z women the 

most keen. 

The top three areas women are seeking 

tweakments for are eyes (33%), neck and jawline 

(27%) and lips and mouth (24%). 

Of those surveyed, 78% of women who are 

open to making a change are looking to minimise 

fine lines and wrinkles and 46% are wanting to 

enhance and contour their facial features. The 

research confirmed a strong preference for a 

natural look, with 86% seeking natural results from 

their tweakments. 

Additionally, more women are freely admitting 

to having dermal filler procedures, with 87% of 

those who have undergone the treatment feeling 

comfortable telling people. 

‘We first noticed the ‘Zoom Boom’ last year, 

with people scrutinising their faces more than ever 

and noticing things they didn’t like when they are 

talking on camera,’ says cosmetic physician Dr 

Joseph Hkeik. ‘At All Saint Clinic, we experienced 

a marked increase in requests for fillers and 

intense anti-wrinkle procedures like lasers and 

peel treatments, which is something we expect to 

continue soaring after this current lockdown.’ CBM 


COSMETIC ENHANCEMENT

2022 

GUIDE 

TO THE 

MOST 

POPULAR 

face 

treatments 

2021 HAS BEEN AN INTERESTING ONE. ALONGSIDE CHANGES IN 

HOW WE WORK AND SOCIALISE, AESTHETIC PRACTITIONERS HAVE 

ALSO SEEN RISING DEMAND FOR COSMETIC TREATMENTS AND 

‘TWEAKMENTS’. HERE’S THE 2022 GUIDE TO THE MOST POPULAR 

NON-SURGICAL COSMETIC PROCEDURES. 



ANTI-WRINKLE 

INJECTIONS 

• Smooths away dynamic lines such as crow’s feet, 

forehead lines and the “11’s” between the eyes 

• Subtle brow lift effect 

• Jawline slimming 

Known under the brand names Botox, Dysport and 

Xeomin, botulinum toxin is single-handedly the most 

popular aesthetic treatment. Botulinum toxin works by 

blocking nerve stimulation to wrinkle-causing muscles, 

which prevents the muscle from contracting and smooths 

away wrinkles and fine lines. 

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

around the eyes, the frown lines between the eyebrows 

(glabellar lines) and the worry lines across the forehead. 

It can also be used to produce the effect of a brow lift 

by relaxing the muscles that drag down the brow. It can 

also be used (off label) in the masseter muscle to create 

a slimmer-looking jawline. 

A few tiny injections are administered just under the 

skin and the results kick in around Day 4 or 5, reaching 

their full result around 2 weeks and lasting on average for 

about 4 months. The procedure usually takes about 10 

minutes and is generally well tolerated. 

FILLERS 

• Used to add volume to cheeks, midface, temple hollows and lips 

• Fills in static lines, wrinkles, depressions and scars 

Fillers are used to add volume and structure, fill deep folds and smooth fine lines and 

wrinkles. There are different grades of fillers designed specifically for use in different parts of 

the face and for different purposes – from creating fuller lips to revolumising sagging cheeks 

to filling in hollowing temples. Fillers can be injected superficially to add volume to lips, fill 

in fine lines or reduce under-eye circles and hollows. They can also be used more deeply to 

‘sculpt’ the face and add contour, projection and definition to areas such as the cheeks, chin, 

jawline and even the nose. 

Today’s fillers vary in longevity, composition and viscosity, depending on what and where 

is being treated, but all are gel-like in consistency and use a substance called hyaluronic 

acid, which is found naturally in the body and can absorb up to 1,000 times its own weight in 

water. The type of filler (composition and viscosity), where it’s used and the depth of injection 

all influence the final result, and how long they last. Superficial ‘soft’ injections for lips, for 

example, may last up to 6 months, while firmer filler designed for building and contouring and 

injected deep on the bone can last 12-18 months. 

There’s some discomfort associated with filler injections but a topical anaesthetic should 

help keep you comfortable. Depending on the amount of areas, this type of procedure will 

take anywhere from 15 minutes to an hour on average.

SKIN 

TIGHTENING / 

LIFTING 

• Non-surgical face lift effect 

• Tightening lax skin 

Energy-based treatments for facial lifting and 

skin tightening are increasingly popular. These 

devices commonly use a form of energy such 

as radiofrequency or ultrasound waves – to 

target deeper levels of the dermis and promote 

the production of new collagen formation and 

remodelling. This improves skin texture and reduces 

sagging skin, as well as improving drooping eyes, 

jaw line and neck, and softening wrinkles around the 

mouth, eyes and forehead. 

Non-surgical skin tightening treatments heat the 

skin’s deep dermis and subdermal layers without 

damaging the outer layers of the skin. 

There may be some swelling and redness that 

gradually subside over the next few days but 

in general most patients experience little or no 

downtime. Results are usually gradual, as the new 

collagen forms over the next couple of months, 

and are typically long lasting – up to two years in 

many cases. 



SKIN 

NEEDLING 

• Overall skin rejuvenation 

• Acne and other scarring 

• Pore size reduction, textural improvements 

Skin needling, or micro-needling, is a 

treatment used to improve the appearance of 

wrinkles, scars, stretch marks, skin texture and 

premature ageing by creating tiny punctures in 

the skin. The treatment achieves a controlled 

injury to the skin, which stimulates the skin’s 

natural growth of healthy new skin. The 

epidermis is left primarily intact so the healing 

period is quick – which makes it an effective 

laser or chemical peel alternative for many. 

Skin needling can be performed alone, 

usually with a roller embedded with 

medical-grade sterile micro-needles. For 

more dramatic lifting and toning results, 

radiofrequency (RF) micro-needling devices 

combine the collagen-boosting, skin 

resurfacing effect of skin needling with the 

skin-tightening technology of RF energy. 

After treatment, the skin is red and swollen 

for around one to two days, with a light grazelike 

scabbing effect forming over the treated 

area on day two of recovery. Most patients are 

able to return to work and normal activities 

within 48 hours of treatment. 

Multiple treatments are usually necessary 

to achieve significant improvement in the 

appearance and depth of lines and scars. 

Treatment effects are cumulative and can 

be seen six to eight weeks after the initial 

treatment with long-lasting results. 

LASERS 

• Overall skin rejuvenation 

• Sun damage, scarring, lines and wrinkles, 

anti-ageing, pigmentation 

Laser therapies work by targeting tissue and 

can be used for a number of treatments, 

including pigmentation, scarring, unwanted 

hair, spider veins, sun-damaged skin, and 

wrinkle reduction. 

Advances in laser technology mean that 

laser skin resurfacing, once reserved for the 

treatment of severe conditions such as acne 

scarring due to the extensive downtime 

involved, has become an effective option for 

many people seeking reduction of lines and 

wrinkles and correction of pigmentation. 

Most resurfacing lasers work by removing 

microscopic quantities and stimulating the 

production of new collagen in the skin. The 

advent of fractionated laser technology, 

where microscopic columns of skin are 

treated while surrounding skin is left intact, 

has made it possible to achieve better 

results with fewer side effects. Fractionated 

technology has been applied to the CO 2 

laser, dramatically reducing the recovery time. 

Results and downtime for all laser treatments 

vary depending on the depth and strength 

of treatment.

THREAD 

LIFTS 

• Face lift effect 

• Skin revitalisation 

Thread lifts have all but taken over Instagram 

in the past couple of years, with many pundits 

speculating thread lifts are the secret trend 

behind the ubiquitous “IG face”. 

Thread lifting is a minimally invasive procedure 

that elevates the soft tissues of the face using 

specially designed internal sutures and can 

deliver dramatic results that can almost rival 

a surgical facelift for the right candidate. The 

procedure involves the use of multiple fine 

biocompatible threads to lift and support skin 

and tissues on the face (usually mid face) and 

neck. By inserting threads into the cheek area, 

not only can the cheek be suspended to a higher 

position, but collagen production can also be 

stimulated, thus improving the hydration, tone 

and texture of the skin. 

The threads dissolve within around nine to 12 

months, whilst maintaining the revitalising and 

lifting effect for around 2 years. Thread lifts are 

performed under local anaesthetic and usually 

take around one hour. While there may be some 

visible swelling and bruising, you can go back to 

work right away if you’d like. 

Depending on the thread, results are 

immediately apparent, but you should notice 

further improvement in the days and weeks 

following, as swelling and bruising starts to 

subside. CBM 


LIFESTYLE 

World's 

SP

est 

AS 

MUTE THE ZOOM CALL 

AND DITCH THE TRACKIES, 

DESTINATION VACAYS ARE 

BACK ON THE AGENDA! TO 

HELP YOUR INSPIRATION 

BOARD, CONDE NASTE 

TRAVELLER RECENTLY 

REVEALED ITS ANNUAL SPA 

GUIDE WINNERS OF THE 

WORLD’S BEST WELLNESS 

DESTINATIONS. 


LIFESTYLE 

CHIVA-SOM, HUA HIN, 

THAILAND 

www.chivasom.com/hua-hin 

One of the original holistic health and wellness 

retreats in Asia (a pioneering venture when it 

launched back in 1995), Chiva-Som has earned its 

sterling reputation as one of the world’s leading 

wellness resorts. 

Perched on the spectacular Gulf of Thailand, 

Chiva-Som is about learning to live, enjoy and 

appreciate every moment, and in so doing 

creating a personal path to health and wellness. 

The beachfront resort’s program brings together 

Western diagnostic skills and Eastern philosophies 

to revitalise the mind, body and spirit. 

You’ll start by selecting a Chiva-Som retreat that 

best aligns with your motivations and then your 

personal Health & Wellness Advisor will tailor a 

bespoke program that addresses all facets of the 

mind and body. 

All of the resort facilities, including the luxury 

accommodations, are specifically designed 

to complement the healing and restorative 

properties of the retreats, treatments and 

evidence-based wellness cuisine. 

Chiva-Som has recently launched four new 

retreats to support the ‘new normal’ lifestyles. 

Recognising and proactively addressing guests’ 

changing needs, the innovative programs enhance 

the resort’s already comprehensive retreat 

offerings, focusing on specific objectives from 

supporting the immune system and gut health to 

embracing nature and ageing gracefully. 

According to Conde Naste Traveller: ‘The 

offering is almost overwhelming, knocking 

on more than 150 different treatments, from 

traditional Thai and Ayurvedic modalities and 

chakra balancing to naturopathic consultations. 

Then there’s the perhaps surprising aestheticbeauty 

department, plus serious remedial 

physiotherapy and rehabilitation, and the 

most prolific, high-profile roll-call of visiting 

therapists imaginable.’ 

No wonder David and Victoria Beckham, Kate 

Moss and Elle Macpherson have made numerous 

pilgrimages to this slice of heaven. 

SPA GUIDE 

WINNER: 

BEST 

DESTINATION 

SPA


LIFESTYLE

SPA GUIDE 

WINNER: 

BEST FITNESS 

PROGRAM 

EUPHORIA RETREAT, 

GREECE 

www.euphoriaretreat.com 

Euphoria, one of Europe’s most famed 

destination spas, is located within the Unesco 

World Heritage site of Mystras at the foothills of 

Mount Taygetos of Peloponnese (near Sparta). 

Described as an ‘authentic place of healing and 

transformation’, this 5-star retreat helps people 

on their quest for self-discovery and inner revival. 

Euphoria delivers world-class spa therapies 

amid a mythical landscape, taking inspiration 

from Greek and Chinese healing philosophies. 

It’s also renowned for its fitness program. 

The retreat’s Spartan Spirit of Adventure 

program has all the elements of a modern 

workout program you’d expect, but it’s carried 

out in the style of the township’s local Spartan 

warrior ancestors, weaving in the region’s rich 

history while burning calories and unleashing 

your physical fitness. This is one place where you 

can truly train like a Spartan! 


LIFESTYLE 

SPA GUIDE 

WINNER: 

MOST 

MEANINGFUL 

EXPERIENCE 

FOUR SEASONS RESORT, 

MALDIVES (LANDAA 

GIRAAVARU) 

www.fourseasons.com/maldiveslg/ 

On a verdant beach-fringed atoll, with a lush jungle interior and 

sparkling lagoon, you’ll find the jaw-dropping Landaa Giraavaru 

resort, where Ayurvedic philosophy gently weaves throughout 

the entire resort. 

The resort spa, AyurMa, invites you to reset your awareness 

and embark on a new path to health, harmony and happiness, 

where the emphasis is on loving the Earth as you love yourself. 

Supported by the four pillars of Ayurveda, Yoga Therapy, 

Wellness and Planetary Wellbeing – plus a multi award-winning 

team of Ayurvedic doctors, naturopaths and yoga therapists – 

this is a place designed to cultivate care for ourselves, others, 

the oceans and the planet. 

The new Yoga Therapy Centre offers personalised conditiontargeting 

programs devised in conjunction with S-VYASA, the 

world’s first “university for yoga” and pioneer of yoga therapy 

through scientific research. A must for yoga devotees.


LIFESTYLE

SPA GUIDE 

WINNER: 

BEST HOLISITIC 

HIDEAWAY 

MASQI, THE ENERGY HOUSE, 

SPAIN 

www.masqi.es/en 

MasQi is a 19th-century farmhouse turned 8-room boutique hotel. It’s set 

in silence (literally) and is perched in the remote mountains of Sierra de 

Maryola National Park between Alicante and Valencia. 

MasQi proposes a way of learning to live life in a healthier way – 

fuller, more consciously and calmer. To do this, they offer a variety of 

tailored programs, which may include yoga, meditation, bio-energetic 

therapies, mentoring and Ayurveda alongside gourmet macrobiotic 

cuisine, to help you become the best possible version of yourself. Daily 

yoga and meditation classes are held in the retreat’s spectacular dome, 

surrounded by nothing but miles of countryside and tranquility. 


LIFESTYLE

SPA GUIDE 

WINNER: 

BEST 

AYURVEDIC 

RETREAT 

AYURVEDA PARKSCHLOESSCHEN, GERMANY 

www.ayurveda-parkschloesschen.de/en 

The Ayurveda Parkschlösschen is 

renowned as a house of health and 

since it first opened its doors in 1993 

has become the European epicentre for 

Ayurvedic practice. 

The architecture, materials and 

colours are selected according to the 

universal knowledge of Ayurveda, and 

everything – from the food, to the forms 

of therapy, treatments, exercises, yoga 

and meditation – is based on the ancient 

principles of the holistic art of Ayurvedic 

healing, under the careful supervision of 

experienced Ayurvedic practitioners. 

The focus is on Panchakarma, 

an elaborate Ayervedic method of 

purification combining various cleansing 

and treatment procedures interwoven 

with the practice of yoga. 

‘Panchakarma’ is derived from two 

Sanskrit words – Pancha, which means 

five, and Karma, which means actions. 

It offers a complete detoxification, 

cleansing and rejuvenation program for 

mind, body and spiritual wellbeing. 

As Conde Naste Travellor describes: 

‘This is detoxing the old-school way, 

a millennia-based method rooted in 

Ayurveda and still utterly relevant for 

today. The wildly effective and heavy-duty 

panchakarma (a nine-, 13-, 20- or 34-night 

stay that removes metabolic waste from 

the body with medical enemas) is as 

successful a resolve for 21st-century 

burnout as it is for good old-fashioned 

weight loss. 

‘Panchakarma gives phenomenal 

results but involves intense scheduling: 

wake-up is before 7am, with oil swishing 

around the mouth, scraping the tongue (a 

potential organ for infection), lots of hot 

water and detox drinks, more oil in the 

nostrils and ears, yoga and meditation. All 

before breakfast.’ 

Source: Condé Nast Traveller Spa Guide 2021 winners. 

www.cntraveller.com/gallery/best-spas-in-the-world 


GIFT GUIDE 

Christmas 

GIFT 

GUIDE 

2021 

NO MATTER WHO YOU NEED TO 

BUY A GIFT FOR THIS HOLIDAY SEASON, 

WE’VE GOT YOU COVERED. IF YOU 

END UP SPOILING YOURSELF IN THE 

PROCESS, THAT’S OKAY TOO! 

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1. Mecca Gloss Gang Mini Lip Gloss Ornament, $15, 2. L’Occitane Men’s Bauble Ornament, $25, 3. Charlotte Tilbury 

Charlotte’s Magic Mini Brush Set, $95, 4. Morphe 2, Holiday Quad Goals Multi-Palette, $25, 5. Charlotte Tilbury Pillow Talk 

Dreams Come True (includes Jewel Lips Pillow Talk, Eyes to Mesmerise Pillow Talk, Pillow Talk Eyeliner, Matte Revolution Pillow 

Talk, Superstar Lips Pillow Talk, Luxury Palette Pillow Talk, Luxury Palette of Pops Pillow Talk, Instant Eye Palette Pillow Talk, 

Beauty Light Wand Pillow Talk, Cheek to Chic Pillow Talk, Collagen Lip Bath Pillow Talk, Lip Cheat Pillow Talk, Lip Lustre Pillow 

Talk, Pillow Talk Push Up Lashes! Mascara, $600, 6. Perrier-Jouët Blanc de Blancs, $139.99, 7. Santa Maria Novella Ceramic 

Bauble 8cm, $89, 8. Charlotte Tilbury Limited Edition Lucky Lips, $49, 9. Clinique Holiday Stocking Stuffers Beauty Bauble, $25 


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featuring Lime Basil & Mandarin, English Pear & Freesia, Wild Bluebell, Fig & Lotus Flower and Wood Sage & Sea Salt, $154, 4. 

Michael Kors Wonderlust Purse Spray Trio, $85, 5. Amouage Love Tuberose Gift Set includes: 100ml Eau de Parfum, 100ml Body 

Lotion, $499, 6. Michael Kors Gorgeous! Gift Set includes: 50ml EPD, 75ml Body Lotion, 10ml Purse Spray, $130, 7. Tom Ford 

Rose Prick 50ml EDP + Lip Color Set, $530 (exclusive to Mecca), 8. Tommy 100ml set includes:100ml EDT, 100ml Body Wash, $83, 

9. Michael Kors Signature Set includes: 100ml EDP, 75ml Body Lotion, 10ml Purse Spray, $190, 10. Tom Ford Men’s Atomizer Set 

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Fragrance Set includes: Clinique Happy Perfume Spray, Clinique Happy Gelato Cream For Hands and Clinique Happy Perfume Purse 

Spray, $93, 12. DKNY Be Delicious Mousse Set includes: 30ml EDP + 100ml Be Delicious Refreshing Shower Mousse, $49 

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1. Ciaté London Mini Mani Month Advent Calendar $99, 2. Morphe 9x l’il extra artistry palette, $18, 3. Mecca Sunset 

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Trio, $34.95, 6. Anastasia Beverly Hills Primrose Palette $93, 7. Mecca Hot Shot Everyday Palette, $35, 8. Glasshouse 

Fragrances Christmas Trio $59.95, 9. Morphe The best of blends 7-piece brush set, $45 


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1. Jurlique Hydrating Mist Trio Set, $89, 2. Tanologist Drop and Glow Bauble Gift Set, $12.99, 3. Perrier-Jouët Belle Epoque 2013 

Vintage, $349.99, 4. L’Occitane Limited Edition Hand Cream Trio, $39, 5. L’Occitane Almond Bauble ornament, $25, 6. Jo Malone 

London Orange Bitters Deluxe Candle, $275, 7. Penhaligon’s The Nose Twitchers Gift Set includes: 4x 35g Candles, Maduro Leaf, 

Comoros Pearl, Ambar Stone, Roanoke Ivy, $115, 8. Palm Beach Collection Christmas Gift Pack includes: The Passionfruit Pavlova 

Mini Candle and Diffuser, $34.95, 9. Trudon A Kings Christmas Duo Gift Set includes: Fir & Gloria 2 x 70g, $149, 10. Jurlique 

Essential Face Trio Set, $115, 11. L’Occitane Classic Advent Calendar includes an array of their most-loved products, $99, 12. Revlon 

Jasmine & French Pear Soy Scented Candle, $24.95, 13. Carriere Freres Festive Gift Set includes Siam Benzoin & Cocao Bean, Siam 

Benzion & Fir, Siam Benzoin & Damask Rose, $139, 14. Compagnie De Provence Cotton Flower Set includes: Liquid Soap 495ml, 

Hand Cream 30ml, Solid Soap 100g, $79 

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1. Cloud Nine Evergreen Christmas Collection Airshot Hairdryer, $289, 2. Philip Kingsley Body & Volume Kit includes: Body 

Building Shampoo 75ml, Body Building Conditioner 75ml, Elasticizer 75ml, $65, 3. Coco & Eve Oh My Hair Kit, $56.80, 

4. Philip 

Kingsley Smooth & Shiny Kit includes: Re-Moisturising Shampoo 75ml, Re-Moisturising Conditioner 75ml, Elasticizer 75ml, 

$65, 5. Davines Oi Trio gift set includes: Oi Shampoo, Oi Conditioner, Oi Milk, $89.95, 6. Cloud Nine Evergreen Christmas 

Collection Original Iron, $399, 7. GHD Deluxe Limited-Edition Gift Set, $615, 8. Cloud Nine Evergreen Christmas Collection 

Curling Wand, $269, 9. True Me Gift set includes: True Me Styler, Original or Wide, Tortoiseshell Rake Comb, Travel Bag , $179, 

10. Colorwow Dream Clean Curly Gift Set includes: Color Security Shampoo 250ml, Color Security Conditioner Fine-Thick 

250ml, Dreamcoat Supernatural Curly Spray 50ml, $81.95, 11. evo happy go lucky hydrate set includes: the therapist hydrating 

shampoo 300ml, the therapist hydrating conditioner 300ml and happy campers wearable treatment 200ml, $68 


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1. Medik8 Escape kit includes: Try Me Size Micellar Mousse 40ml, Try Me Size Hydr8 B5 Intense 8ml, Try Me Size Night Ritual 

Vitamin A 2.5ml, Try Me Size Eyes & Lips Micellar Cleanse 30ml, $70, 2. mesoesetetic collagen 360 + ha densimatrix pack, 

$298, 3. The Secret Ultimate Holiday Set includes: Day and Night Cream, Serum, Eye Serum and Cream, Body Cellulite 

Cream, Rose Quartz Roller, $900, 4. Calecim Professional Starter Pack includes: 1 x Restorative Hydration Cream 20g, 1 

x Multi-Action Cream 20g, 1 x Professional Serum 5ml, 3 x Recovery Night Complex 5g Tube, 1 x Product Guide, $348, 5. 

Ultraderm Karma Essentials Kit includes: Skin Karma Cleaner 200ml, Skin Karma Moisturiser 30ml, Face & Body Polishing 

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14ml Black Rose Eye Contour Fluid, $405 7. Sisley Ecological Compound Gift Set includes: 125ml Ecological Compound, 

100ml Cleansing Milk with White Lily, 100ml Floral Toning Lotion, $315, , 8. mesoesetetic energy C + ha densimatrix pack, 

$278, 9. mesoesetetic limited edition the element with unique zircon sterling silver bracelet, $178, 10. asap Celebration 

Collections Super B Complex and Liquid Platinum, $115, 11. mesoesetetic radiance DNA + ha densimatrix pack, $320 

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1. SkinCeuticals Glow Duo Christmas Bon Bon includes: C E Ferulic 15ml, Hydrating B5 Gel 30ml, $149, 2. mesoesetetic 

stem Cell + ha densimatrix pack, $278, 3. asap Celebration Collections Super B Complex and DNA Renewal Treatment, 

$169, 4. Aspect Skin Heroes Kitincludes: Purastat 5 Cleanser 100ml, Extreme C 20 30ml, Extreme B 17 15ml, Phytostat 9 50g, 

$199.90, 5. Medik8 Celebrated Gift Set includes: Press & Glow 200ml, Crystal Retinal 3 30ml, Reusable Cotton Pads x16, $130, 

6. Skinstitut The Dream Team Limited Edition Set incliudes: Quick Fix Anti-Ageing Sheet Mask, L-Lactic Cleanser, Rejuvenate 

15 Serum, Ultra Firming Eye & Neck Cream, Enzymatic Micro Peel, Moisture Defence Normal Skin and Retinol Serum, $125, 7. 

Ella Baché Rejuvenating Skin Collection includes: Eternal+Replenishing Day Cream 50ml, Eternal+ Regenerating Night Cream 

20ml, Eternal+ Sculpting Serum 15ml, Active Face Great SPF50+ Lotion 15ml, $142 


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1. Biologi ‘One with Everything’ Bon Bon Save My Skin Mini Serum Trio, $53, 2. Biologi BBright Skin Bundle includes Bqk 

Radiance Serum Duo (Quandong Serum 15ml and Kakadu Plum Serum 15ml), Bc Refresh Cleanser 50ml, Microfibre Cloth, 

$153, 3. Aesthetics Rx Set to Glow Kit includes: B Serum 30ml, A Serum 15ml, Revitalising Foaming Cleanser 30ml, and 

Daily Moisturiser Hydrating 30ml, $149, 4. Charlotte Tilbury Charlotte’s Magic Skincare Wardrobe, $110, 5. Coco & Eve 

Super Hydration Kit, $146.90, 6. Pure Fiji Palm Christmas Cracker includes: 5ml Lip Balm, 30ml Lotion, 15ml Body Mist, 15ml 

Body Butter, $22, 7. Dr. LeWinn’s Pamper Plus Masking Kit, $39.99, 8. Aspect Dr Skin Excellence Kit includes: Deep Clean 

100ml, Multi B Plus 15ml, Complete Pigment Plus 15ml, Resveratrol Moisturising Cream 50g, $199.90, 9. Pure Fiji Brighten & 

Illuminate Vitamin C Bag includes 30ml Vitamin C Foaming Oil Cleanser, 10ml Kakadu Super Vitamin C Brightening Serum, 

Vitamin C toning Mist, 10ml Kakadu Super Vitamin C Brightening Oil, 20ml Pure Vitamin C Masque, $89.95, 10. Image 

Skincare Luminous Collection 4 Step Brightening Regimen includes Ormedic Balancing Facial Cleanser, Iluma Intense 

Brightening Serum, Prevention+ Daily Matte Moisturiser, Ormedic Lip Enhancement Complex, Image Holiday Bag, $177, 

11. Antipodes Healthier Skin Heroes Skin Care Gift Set, $60 

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1. We Are Feel Good Inc. The Pamper Pack includes: Sensitive Sunscreen Lotion SPF 50+ 200ml, Kakadu Plum Body Milk 

200ml, Pawpaw Nectar, Recycled Comb and Handy Bag, $79, 2. Esmi Skin Minerals The Face Mask Mini Collection, $139, 

3. Peppy Co LED Light Therapy Mask V2, $179, 4. Alya Day Spa Gift includes: Australian Pink Clay Mask, Pink Mask Brush 

and Day Spa Headband, $54.99, 5. Waterpik Nano Water Flosser, $139.95, 6. Face Halo Christmas Classics Pack includes 

3 make up removers, the Original, Pro and Cherry, $33, 7. La Mav Quartz Gua Sha & Roller Set $59.99, 8. The Collagen 

Co Premium Collagen Peptide Sachets, $49, 9. The Collagen Co Infuser, $39, 10. St.Tropez Ultimate Glow Kit $59.99, 11. 

The Beauty Chef Supercharged Skin includes Collagen Elixir and Glow Beauty Powder, $89 


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1. Louis Vuitton Capucines MM handbag features the Faded Portrait theme, from the season’s LVxFornasetti capsule collection, 

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Artistry Palette, $38, 4. Coca Cola x Morphe Cherry Coke Lip Glaze, $15, 5. Coca Cola x Morphe Bunch O’Cherries 3-Piece Beauty 

Sponge Set, $23, 6. Sisley Phyto-Blush Twist Berry, $85, 7. Mavala Flower Magic Nail Colour in Cartagena, $8.50, 8. Mavala Twist 

& Shine Nail Colour in Black Twist, $8.50, 9. Revlon Ultra HD SNAP! Nail Enamel in Cherry on Top and Rule the World, $11.95 each, 

10. Estée Lauder Double Wear Sheer Long-Wear Makeup SPF20, $60, 11. Jurlique Exclusive Edition Rosewater Balancing Mist 

100ml, $52, 12. Sisley Phyto-Khol Star Waterproof Mat in Tonka, $68, 13. Bvlgari Serpenti Sunglasses Model 903904, $620 


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1. Smeg Espresso Coffee Machine Cream Model ECF01CRAU, $469, 2. Trinny London BFF Cream Skin Perfector 

SPF30, $65, 3. Aspect Intense Hydration Sheet Mask 5 sheets, $59.90, 4. Mecca Max Spot Dots Blemish Busting 

Patches, 12 pack, $10, 5. GHD Helios Professional Dryer in White, $295, 6. Mecca Max X-Zit Strategy Clarifying Mask 

$22, Mecca Max Watercooler Calming Hydration Serum $25, Mecca Max Night Duty Hydrating Overnight Jelly Mask 

$22, Mecca Max The Break-Up Blemish Busting Serum $25 and Mecca Max Foam-O Gentle Gel Cleanser $15 

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1. Cosmedix Resync Revitalizing Night Cream, $156, 2. Cosmedix Crystal Cleanse Hydrating Liquid Crystal Cleansing 

Cream, $119, 3. Douglas Pereira Cera Fort Complex Day Fluid 50ml, $120, 4. Douglas Pereira Enzyme Cleanse 200ml 

$98, 5. JOVS Venus Pro at-home hair removal device, $549, 6. QED Skincare Wrinkle Rewind Exfoliator 250ml $94, 

7. BodyBlendz Booty Elixir 50ml, $34.99, 8. Susanne Kaufmann Day Cream Line T 50ml, $119, 9. Palm Beach Collection 

Limited Edition Candle, Waterlily & Seagrass, $44.95, 10. Biossance Squalane + Caffeine Toning Body Cream, $75, 11. 

QED Skincare The Body Exfoliator 500ml $68, 12. QED Skincare Deep Hydration Exfoliator 250ml $64 


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1. Revitive Medic for leg aches & pains, $ 449, 2. SunButter Tinted SPF 50 Water Resistant Reef Safe Sunscreen, 

$31.95, 3. Sky Gazer towels with a free matching bag, from $44.99, 4. Sun Bum Moisturising Sunscreen Spray in SPF 

30 or SPF 50, $20.99, 5. Sun Bum Premium Moisturising Sunscreen Lotion in SPF 30 or SPF 50, $17.99, 6. COLAB 

Tropical Dry Shampoo, $8.99, 7. L’Oréal Paris Magic Retouch Temporary Root Concealer Spray, $15.95, 8. We Are 

Feel Good Inc. Coconut Sunscreen SPF 50+, $27.95, 9. We Are Feel Good Inc. After Sun Cooling Lotion 100ml, 

$19.95, 10. L’Oréal Paris Excellence Crème Permanent Hair Colour, $22.75, 11. U by Kotex Thinx Reusable Period 

Undies from $19.99, 12. Chilly Towel Ladies Dry Chill Singlet, $40 and Shorts, $45

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