Category Archives: Beauty Tips

Get the perfect summer glow with make up artist Rachel Wood tips for flawless foundation.   1. Maintain moisture “Your foundation will go on so much better if your skin is thoroughly hydrated with the appropriate moisturiser for your skin type – if your skin is well balanced then it won’t be trying to suck up the […]

Be ready to bare it all this summer with these DIY beauty tips and quick fixes, that’ll have you primped and primed to drop your towel in no time.     It’s all in the glow While there’s no quick fix cure for cellulite or stretch marks, a faux glow can instantly minimise their appearance. For those […]

We review the best tanning products and lotions on the market. Here’s who came out on top…   Best All-Rounder WINNER: Bondi Sands Self Tanning Foam Dark (1), $19.95, bondisands.com.au “This foam is super easy to use with a mitt. The colour is dark, but not orange. I put it on just before I go out and wash it off […]

Make your eyes pop with seasonal shadow shades matched to your eye colour.   BROWN EYES Brown eyes will get attention from bright matte greens and blues. Try Make Up For Ever’s Pure Pigments in emerald green. $20, sephora.com BLUE EYES Blue eyes stand out with bronzes, so try a golden smokey eye to match the beach vibes. […]

While it’s nice to think your skills should be the only thing the interviewer notices, it’s almost never the case. Potential employers can and will judge you on presentation.   Sarah Rigg, a career management consultant at Randstad, says that when you have little information about a person, it’s human nature to make assumptions based on […]

Fat days have a habit of creeping up on us when we least expect it, and more often than not they coincide with that all-important social occasion – be it a wedding, birthday or first date. Nikki Blunt has this survival guide to nip and tuck you into shape! Get a tan Ever wondered why […]

Advice from dermal therapist Derya Koch, Victorian Dermal Clinic.   1. Skipping the gym Regular exercise boots skin circulation, detoxifies your skin and encourages your body to produce endorphins, which keeps you (visibly) happy. ACTION IT: Exercise at least every couple of days – even if it’s a brisk walk. 2. Burning the candle Insufficient sleep causes […]

The hands tend to show signs of ageing due to their constant exposure to the sun and other elements, says Natalie Abouchar, of Privée Cosmetic Bondi Junction.   How hands age Abouchar explains the factors that lead to aged-looking hands. 1. As we age, we inevitably lose subcutaneous fat from our skin, including from our hands. 2. […]