Lips to Lust Rich with pigment, Bobbi Brown Luxe Shine Lipsticks, $64, amplifies shine and sculpts the lips with its new hydrating formula. Clean Extraction Soothe, refine, energise, and purify your skin throughout summer with the Mineral Mask Trio, $59 from celebrity cult-brand, MV Organic Skincare. Slick Glide Incredibly light and fluid, Dermalogica Phyto Replenish...
Modern and natural, roaming the world as a nomadic woman, Chloé Nomade, 50ml, EDT, $125, has an undeniable grace that makes it this summer’s pick. Image credit: Chloé...
Ageing is unavoidable, however, there’s something so beautiful about it. Our skin carries with it the wisdom and history we’ve gathered. We often forget this as we battle the pressures of being ‘selfie-ready’ while trying to embrace ageing gracefully. Our skin is more than just an aesthetic element and it should be cared for diligently […]
Regal Lady Powerful feminine boldness reigns in the core of Elie Saab. Turkish rose absolute, Bulgarian rose and Lebanese neroli blends with Saab’s signature amber chypre base in the latest offering – Royal, EDP, 50ml, $170. Velvet Sunshine Amouage Love Mimosa, 100ml, EDP, $515, is a hypnotic floriental fragrance that encapsulates romantic summer nights into...
Galactic Glitz In classic celebratory fashion, M.A.C. once again brings a stellar lineup of dazzling finishes in opulent shades for their holiday collection this year. Think glitter, shimmer and sparkles in deep tones. As Easy As 123 British anti-ageing skincare brand Medik8 uses green chemistry and a unique straightforward skin strategy dubbed CSA – vitamin...
Dubbed “The Skincare Makeup” brand, jane iredale celebrates 25 years as the pioneer of luxury, cruelty-free mineral makeup. It’s no secret that the movement of conscientious consumerism is building momentum. Transparency is in high demand and for good reason. We as consumers have a right to ask companies about their ingredients, formulations and extraction processes...
A dozen covetable luxuries for the times you need some retail therapy First Base Silky, plumping and feather-light, Shiseido Benefiance Wrinkle Smoothing Day Emulsion SPF 30 PA+++, $109, creates a protective film over the skin, ready to be made up. Potent Lipids Elizabeth Arden extends their capsule range once again to deliver their new oil-soluble...
Cool, edgy and sustainable, Michelle Feeny is pushing boundaries in the cosmetic industry with her latest venture – Floral Street. After 30 years of moving around the globe, leading powerhouse brands and groups in top executive roles, Michelle has returned to her stomping ground to launch a fragrance line that disrupts the traditions of sex...
Soft & Smooth Redken Frizz Dismiss is New Zealand’s top-selling range for a reason. Helping to tame the mane in our humid climate, the Mask, $47.50, contains sustainably sourced Babassu Oil to smoothen frizz and nourish dry hair. Follow with the new Olaplex No.6 Bond Smoother, $55, as the ultimate multi-tasking styling cream. For a...
All-time favourite dry shampoo brand leader Batiste have released four new innovative dry shampoos, $13.99 each, to cover multiple hair care benefits for different concerns. Keratin inclusive Damage Control to revive weak and distressed strands; Volume perks up flat and limp hair to provide body and texture; flyaways and frizz are tamed with coconut-enriched De-Frizz; […]
With Botox being the most requested cosmetic procedure in the world, its stigma of ‘plastic’ has subsided and has become a popular refresher for many women’s beauty regimes. Moving away from the overdone look, small tweaks are made that look unnoticeable but successfully improve the overall appearance of the face like a magic wand. Clinic...
Following 20 years of experience in the beauty industry as L’Oreal executives in Korea and the U.S., Sarah Lee and Christine Chang, launched Glow Recipe in 2014, with the goal to create a one-stop destination site that made vetted K-beauty products and trends accessible to women around the world. How did it all start? Where...
Damage Undone Bleaching, dying, hot styling and a diaspora of environmental aggressors gradually accumulates hair damage and scalp sensitivity over time, not too dissimilar to how our skin ages. Caffeine and nutrition-packed sea kelp are the hero ingredients in Wella’s new SP ReVerse line. The 3 minute Hair Regenerating Treatment, $69.90 (6 pack) is designed...
A dozen covetable luxuries for the times you need retail therapy! Night Bloomer The intoxicating evening flower jasmine blends with patchouli and musk in the new Viktor & Rolf Flowerbomb Night Bloom, EDP, 50ml, $159. Sensual, mysterious and alluring, you’re bound to arouse those in your wake. Groomy Arches For natural-looking brushed up...
Does your makeup collection need an update? Here are my top picks for what’s hot right now: Urban Decay’s latest addition to their cult-fave lineup, Naked Reloaded, $76, features a 12-pan palette of warm-skewing nudes, best suited to those with warm skin tones. Six bold, high-impact cool neutrals make for a versatile combo in...
When the same old monotonous daily grind becomes a drab and you’re in dire need of inspiration, Melbourne isn’t too far a destination to satiate your high-energy cosmopolitan cravings. After visiting all the tourist destinations, the real fun starts in exploring the funky eateries and night vibes this creative city has to offer. Stay There’s...
A few days ago, I got my hands on the latest flagship device from Huawei – the P30 Pro. ‘Ecstatic’ was a mild adjective to describe my reaction. You see, I’ve been battling with my Sony Xperia XZ since I dropped it in the toilet. But it wasn’t just a drop and pick up from […]
