Category: GROOMING

You can use your phone to check what’s wrong with your skin

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La Roche Posay is all about minimalist formulas that help sensitive skin. And now in addition to all the products in their arsenal, they’ve gone tech. Using your phone, you can scan your face for imperfections and acne and the system will tell you what’s up. And what you need to do. It’s called the La Roche Posay Effaclar Spot Scan and is a diagnostic tool accessible from their website using a smartphone has been developed with the help of leading dermatologists to support people with acne-prone skin, accurately diagnosing pimples, blackheads and pigmented marks to provide an acne grade, personalising product solutions and enabling guided follow up. Why? They wanted to be the people who are the go-to for bodgy skin. Research shows that 80 per cent of teenagers and 40 per cent of adults worldwide are affected by acne in their lifetimes1, with a disturbing 97 per cent of acne sufferers reporting a reduced quality of life2. In addition, 600 million Google searches are made per year by people seeking acne solutions3 – reinforcing La Roche-Posay’s mission to continually strive to meet consumer demand, and provide accessible and educational skincare tools. They made it using input from a team of five dermatologists and three expert clinical research organisations from around the world who analysed more than 6,000 images of men and women representing different ethnicities, skin types and levels of acne severity. The collated data was provided to La Roche-Posay’s scientific direction and artificial intelligence development teams, to build an algorithm that would… Read More

The 6 best natural beauty products this season at Sephora

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At this years Sephora Beauty Beats we couldn’t help but notice a very obvious beauty trend. Natural beauty. Your skin is your largest organ so its important that you pay close attention to what you’re putting on it. Here’s a round-up of the best natural beauty products that Sephora has to offer. 1. BYBI Beauty. Vegan, eco-friendly and 100% natural. Founded by beauty blogging duo, Elise and Dominika, BYBI stands for By Beauty Insiders. They believe in creating products that you can trust that is sans chemicals and preservatives. Take their Strawberry Booster for example, it contains nothing but strawberry seed oil. Plus, most of their packaging is made from glass or sugarcane packaging. 2. Tata and Harper Tata and Harper Skincare, take caring for the environment to the next level. each product and ingredient is grown, crafted and created on their very own farm in Vermont. Crafted with wild juniper berries and Chlorella, the Clarifying cleanser, $130 is a must-try. 3. YUNI Yogi’s listen up, YUNI Beauty is the brand you’re about to fall in love with. Created by yogi’s for fitness and skincare addicts, their healthy and natural range will help you maximise your workout and your skincare routines. Their Shower Sheets, $22 are 100% biodegradable and are perfect for a quick refresh after the sweatiest of workouts. 4. Youth To The People Founders and cousins Joe and Greg, take inspiration from their grandmother’s passion for healthy skin. They pair superfoods with science to bring you the latest in beauty. Bring back your… Read More

Ecoya’s got a new body range and it’s nice

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It was only in June that Australian fragrance masters Ecoya, released their take on a bodycare collection in new-look frosted bottles.  The reaction? Pretty great, when you consider they’re the same greta products, now available in recyclable PET plastic. In a grey frosted bottle and a clear frosted bottle for the hand and body wash and a hand and body lotion respectively, the new Ecoya formulations are unshakable. Filled with the same great product, that use the best botanical bases of macadamia, coconut and almond oils with rich vitamin E. They are also still vegan friendly and free from parabens, propylene glycol, silicone and artificial colours.  Oh, also, the Bodycare collection is available in five iconic Ecoya fragrances, French Pear, Lotus Flower, Sweet Pea & Jasmine, Guava & Lychee Sorbet and Coconut & Elderflower Get the products for $24.95 from ecoya.com

Men’s barber in Sydney: Adilla does it right

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If there’s one thing Sydney has a lot of it’s beaches, cafes and barbers, but unlike the former two, finding a good barber can be a real challenge for men: that’s where Adilla comes in. Nestled down a quiet little laneway in Sydney’s Double Bay, it’s a hole-in-the-wall barber for blokes that is as practical as it is stylish. Think leather barber chairs, blonde wood finishings, mirrored walls to give the illusion of space and enough spots available to keep it feeling exclusive and you’re set. It caters to the Sydney dude who needs to keep on top of his grooming game, pumping out the regular offerings of back and sides, retexturing and complete overhauls; all with style. And because no one just cares about their hair anymore, Adilla’s also doing men’s facials and care to keep your face in-check, too. Think, traditional hot towel shaves, mini facials and the regular shampoo and condition sessions and you’ll walk in one guy; walk out another. For more of what Adilla offers and to make your own booking, check the Adilla website.

Funky Trunks now do skincare not just for your junk

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Funky Trunks is the name behind some of the ost fun printed dude’s duds out there. And now, they do skincare. Save applying it to your junk for your personal space, this range of skincare is built for daywear on the face to protect you from yourself and your skin from the harsh elements. Oh, and, it’s all natural and 100% Aussie and, much like any pair of Funky Trunks undies, the perfect addition to your gym bag. Here’s what it involves. Tank Wash This is a shower gel. It’s filled with stuff that will overpower the worst of your smells leaving you feeling clean and smelling like a coconut. Get it for $14.95. Guns Out This is the perfect all-rounder to give your face and body a quick pamper without the cucumbers or mud wraps. Get it for $18.95. You Brute After shave lotion that doesn’t burn your face off, this’ll make you feel brute-iful while cleansing your sensitive naked pores. Get it for $14.95. Or, for when you just want everything at once because you can, the Total Hunk Workout Pack has got you covered. All 3 products come wrapped in the Hunked Up Wash Bag so your skincare routine is all ready to go after your swim or workout session. Get it for $46.95.

Edible Beauty: The products for your face that are good enough to eat

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Mother’s Day might be done and dusted, but who says you’re only limited to getting her a gift one one specific day of the year? Edible Beauty is the new product for women – not just Mums – that’s changing the way we approach applying things to the face and doing it delicious style. It’s probably the first time you’ll see a make up brand admit, or encourage this, but their schtick that sets them apart from the mainstream beauty brands is that this stuff, you can eat. It’s been made and formulated in Australia from products that’ll nurture, protect and provide whoever she is with cleansed, moisturised and more youthful looking skin, naturally. Here’s a look at their full range. NO.1 BELLE FRAIS CLEANSING MILK  A gentle coconut milk cleanser that sweeps away surface impurities to leave skin feeling fresh, balance and hydrated. Get it for $59. NO.3 EXOTIC GODDESS AGELESS SERUM  A youth elixir for the skin, which works to enhance the skin’s plumpness, boost radiance and enhance the appearance of smooth the skin. Get it for $74. & SLEEPING BEAUTY PURIFYING MOUSSE A deliciously delicate purifying sleep mask designed to purify, balance oil production and brighten the skin for a radiant and rested complexion the next morning. Get it for $60. DEEP SEA COLLAGEN ELIXIR – PLUMP & REFINE An elixir of youth infuses the skin with a synergistic blend of sea botanicals, abundant in anti-ageing vitamins, amino acids, naturally occurring marine peptides and antioxidants. Get it for $60. Find Edible Beauty at ediblebeautyaustralia.com, Adore Beauty, Sephora Australia and Nourished Life Australia.

La Biosthetique Homme is all over Australia and now, Fuchs Hair Waterloo

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La Biosthetique is the French-cum-German beauty retailer and name in grooming to know, with thousands of products and only one reputation: the best. La Biosthetique now does products for men, too; aptly dubbed La Biosthetique Homme – nothing wrong with originality – for the fast-paced lifestyle of any gym-going, up-and-at-’em bloke of the day. Tapping into functionality and a masculine scent over the otherwise effeminate packaging and branding of previous years – and their first attempt at a men’s range in the late 90s – the new Homme range is streamlined and functional. It has only 7 products born of practicality, comprised of plenty of 3-in-1 options for anyone in need of a quick fix. A shampoo that’s a conditioner, body wash that’s a facial cleanser and hair products that walk the fine line between too dry and too oily, they’ve really nailed the range on the head. Complete with dark gun metal grey packaging and convenient travel sizes, it’s a range that makes the retail element of La Bioethetique and the offering of salons like Fuchs Hair in Waterloo, that much more enjoyable, relatable and usable. Fuchs Hair – co-directed by Alexander Fuchs, education director for La Biosthetique Australia – stock the range of La Biosthetique Homme for their list of customers and proudly fly the flag for what the herbally extracted, soothing range of dude’s products can do. Check them out at the Fuchs Hair website. See more about the La Biosthetique Homme range for men online.

Whitening teeth wisdom: A guide to a brighter smile

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Whitening Wisdom – A Guide to a Brighter Smile Everyone loves a bright, white and glistening smile. In face, up to 90% of adults have identified a bright smile a something they first notice about a person. Whilst celebrities maintain a beautiful and radiant smile with veneers, expensive whitening kits and multiple trips to the dentist a year, most of us don’t have the luxury of following in their footsteps. Thankfully, there are some simple things that you can do in the comfort of your own home to brighten your smile. In this article, we provide you with a guide to a brighter smile in no time, so read on to find out more! 1. Consider Home Teeth Whitening Kits Instead of spending thousands of dollars on professional teeth whitening, why not consider purchasing a home teeth whitening kit? These kits are available everywhere these days and are a highly affordable way for the everyday person to achieve a brighter smile. Most teeth whitening kits in Australia cost under $100 and are available online, so not only are they affordable, but they are convenient too. Quality whitening kits are often able to get your smile up to 12 shades lighter and are easily applied with a pen applicator. Within a matter of days, you’ll notice a sparkle in your smile. Home whitening kits are by far one of the best ways you can achieve a brighter smile, and one that we highly recommend to anyone.      2. Avoid Staining Food and Drink Did you know that… Read More

Basic grooming for the ungroomed

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If you’ve never groomed before but you think it’s time to start taking a little extra care of yourself and how you look, take a look at these basic grooming tips which will see you looking effortlessly your best every day. Get to know your barbers Make sure when you visit your barbers that you book your next appointment while you’re there for roughly four weeks, and stick to it. Don’t wait for your hair to get messy and out of hand before doing something about it. Be proactive, not reactive!   Try different hair products The selection of hair products for men has increased a lot since the Brylcreem days, so make sure you’re clued up on what each product is for. Thicker hair and messy styles can handle waxes and pomades, but if your hair’s thinner, then lighter products and sprays will give your hair some staying power. It’s all in the scent Aftershave should be a subtle part of your overall presence, don’t bother with owning 8-10 average quality bottles you pick from each morning at random, find one or two classic scents you like and invest in them. Your smile People notice your shoes and your smile. When it comes to your smile, it’s all about the teeth. Whether you need a trip to a Broadway Dentist or just a decent investment in an electric toothbrush to make sure your teeth and smile are on point. Also, make sure you use mouthwash after you brush first thing in the morning. Scrub your face Using a facial scrub in the… Read More

Skinstitut can handle your eczema

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If you’re one with senstitive skin and eczema – like 1 in 3 Australians – you’ll know how awful it is. Thankfully for chronic sufferers, the inflammatory skin condition can now be managed from both its internal and external factors with the new Skinstitut products that will serve to hydrate, heal, repair and protect the skin. Skinstitut’s valuable eczema-friendly skincare includes: Skinstitut Moisture Defence Ultra Dry – an intensely nourishing and hydrating moisturiser delivering soothing, anti-inflammatory and healing properties that relieve irritated or itchy skin. Get it here. Skinstitut Repair Balm – aids the healing and repairing process in the skin and works to increase moisture and hydration improving skin barrier function, vital for eczema sufferers. Get it here.