Essential skincare tips for every age group

Posted: 17/10/2019

It’s all good and well to find the best skincare products for your skin but if you don’t understand how your skin changes, you can’t care for it as well as you would like to. Your skin goes through different changes in your 20s, 30s, 40s and beyond and knowing what changes to look out for will ensure you know exactly what treatments and products you need to keep looking young and vibrant. Must-Know Tips for Caring for Your Skin at Every Age Lessen Sun Exposure in Your 20s You may love building up a beautiful, glowing tan in the summer months but know that exposing your skin to the harmful rays of the sun is gradually damaging your skin and can affect your appearance well into your 40s and 50s. Sunscreen is an essential product in your 20s, especially if you want to keep your skin looking younger for longer. Not only will it prevent you from experiencing sore, sunburnt skin after a day outside but it will keep your skin protected from damage that occurs below the surface. Sunscreen doesn’t have to be greasy and heavy either, there are a lot of options that are lightweight and still highly effective. Make sunscreen an essential part of your skincare routine in your 20s. Keep Your Skin Hydrated in Your 30s According to London Cosmetic Clinic in Gold Coast, your skin is going to require a little extra care in your 30s, which might mean finding a good cosmetic clinic in your area. It’s usually… Read More

Category: GROOMING

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How customisable are hair extensions?

by THE F

Posted: 24/09/2019

Clip-in hair extensions allow you to transform your look, in an instant. They can add volume and length to your hair and get you ready for a night out without much effort. More than just allowing you to customise your look, extensions themselves are fairly customisable so that you can get just the right look. But just how customisable are your hair extensions? How can they help you to meet your style goals? The more you learn about what is possible with hair extensions, the more you’ll enjoy integrating them into your busy life. Changing the colour of clip-in hair extensions If you are looking for very light-coloured hair extensions, it’s recommended that you simply buy them in these shades. Bleaching out the colour of hair extensions, whether human hair or synthetic, is simply not recommended. It’s a quick way to dry out and essential fry your extensions so that they’ll be rendered unwearable. Our growing hair has a natural source of oil to help keep our hair from drying out. Extensions don’t have this, and are already naturally drier than growing hair is. According to the hair care professionals at Jadore Hair Supplies, it is possible to darken the colour of your extensions. Professional hair dyes can help you to get just the right shade, but it’s also a good idea to take your extensions to a stylist so that the right steps can be followed to protect your extensions. Owning extensions in a variety of colours can give you many more styling options… Read More

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7 tips to grow a thick beard

by THE F

Updated: 01/07/2022

Growing a full, thick, healthy beard isn’t just about letting it grow out of control. This misconception is the precise reason why, for many men, beards become so itchy and out of control that they end up shaving it off before it drives them insane. In principle, establishing and maintaining a full beard is the culmination of a variety of factors, everything from proper nutrition, skincare, to how often you clean your beard and the products you use. All of it matters, and all of it plays a crucial role in giving you that full beard. Key considerations It is important to note that some beards tend to look thicker than others based on certain factors. Dark beards for instance or even the thickness of the hair follicles create the illusion of thickness. Also if you compare the effects of Wahl detailer vs Andis t-outliner, you may notice that the overall effect of higher density is also responsible for some beards looking fuller than others. That said, the crucial question here is, how can you grow a thicker beard? And what is the best way to ensure you maintain it on a level of optimal health? Here are 7 key tips to help you achieve this end. Beard oil The first step when you start to grow your beard is to ensure you wash it regularly and apply beard oil. The main purpose for this is to prevent it from being a breeding ground for little critters, and also to make it soft and healthy. … Read More

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Simple skin care help for novices

by James Banham

Posted: 21/08/2019

Looking after the skin is important. If you are constantly self conscious about your looks and you want to look naturally beautiful, step away from the concealer and open your heart to toner instead. In the beauty world, your skin is the foundation of the building you create. If the foundation is uneven and wonky, the finished piece won’t look impressive and polished. If you want to look great with makeup, you need to consider maintaining great skin. Today we want to share some handy skin care tips which will help you keep stunning and glowing skin all year long. Whether you need to use xylocaine for acne, have issues with oil or your complexion is red, we have some great tips and tricks to make your skin healthier. Get to know your skin type Before you can carve out a routine for your skin care you need to know what your skin type is. If you have never paid attention to your skin type before there is a very simple test you can undertake to find out. Wash your face and dry it with a flannel. Leave the skin uncovered for 15 minutes. After this time, head over to the mirror and look at your skin closely. Depending on your skin type you will see the following: Oily- oil all over the face Combination- oil in the T Zone, dry patches elsewhere Dry – dry patches and peeling Once you know your skin type you can start to find products to use. Simple 5… Read More

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

by James Banham

Updated: 02/08/2019

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

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The 6 best natural beauty products this season at Sephora

by THE F

Posted: 29/07/2019

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

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

by James Banham

Posted: 19/07/2019

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

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Men’s barber in Sydney: Adilla does it right

by James Banham

Updated: 18/06/2019

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.

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Funky Trunks now do skincare not just for your junk

by James Banham

Posted: 20/05/2019

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.

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

by James Banham

Updated: 20/05/2019

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.

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