Innholdsfortegnelse for November - January 2016 (#74) i CosBeauty Magazine

After 17 years of publishing the definitive Cosmetic Surgery & Beauty Magazine, we are proud to launch the bolder, cooler and oh-so beautiful CosBeauty Magazine. It’s bursting with tried, tested and coveted products and treatments, and tips and tricks to help you live a beautiful life. With a focus on beauty, lifestyle and wellness, CosBeauty Magazine is the thinking woman’s beauty source. We’ll share with you the latest on skincare technologies, makeup trends and fitness and health tips, plus interesting insights into the increasingly blurred world of beauty and cosmetic enhancement. This issue kicks off with summer’s hottest makeup looks. Whether it’s at a festival or in the boardroom, we’ve got you covered with the essential multitasking products of the season (page 16). We examine the grand dame of skincare,…

CLARINS Everlasting Foundation SPF 15, $50. What’s not to love about 18 hours of flawless coverage? Wear this silky highperformance foundation around the clock knowing your skin will look and feel its finest. ASAP Pure Mineral Bronzer, $40. This all-day sheer formulation creates a healthy, youthful all-over glow. It also contains protective natural minerals and skin-volumising hyaluronic acid to help smooth away fine lines… #winning. CLARINS Instant Smooth Line Correcting Concentrate, $32. Get in line! This makeup base can be applied directly onto lines, wrinkles and enlarged pores for a complexion that appears smoother and brighter with instant and long-lasting results. SYNERGIE SKIN BB Flawless in Nude, $79. This light-textured liquid foundation with built-in zinc oxide SPF 15 UV protection is a true multi-tasker. It contains niacinamide to hydrate skin…

Whatever your take on vaginal rejuvenation, labiaplasty and related procedures are on the rise and are here to stay. There’s been considerable backlash against the supposed “designer vagina”, but little has been written about the physical and emotional benefits of such procedures. Sexual health holds a massive influence over mental health and psychological wellbeing. Even though it’s not so openly discussed in mainstream media or even between friends, genital surgery can help alleviate pain and improve quality of life for many women. Why shouldn’t we as women have the right to choose to have a procedure that will improve our quality of life, so that we can walk down the beach in a swimsuit without feeling embarrassed, go bike riding (or even walking) free from physical pain, or have sex…

1. REAL TECHNIQUES BY SAM & NIC 2 x miracle mini eraser sponge, $16.99. These handy mini eraser sponges are your go-to for correcting beauty blunders and makeup mishaps – from flaking mascara and wayward eyeliner to eye shadow fallout. 2. REAL TECHNIQUES BY SAM & NIC Miracle sculpting sponge, $16.99. This OG sculpting sponge makes it easy to blend makeup for that perfect balance of contouring and highlighting. 3. HOMEDICS Radiance Microdermabrasion Device, $249 . Have a spa treatment at home with this microdermabrasion device. It offers rejuvenated and hydrated, smoother, firmer, healthier looking skin in just three weeks. It’s clinically tested to improve overall skin texture with a 5-minute treatment, two or three times a week. 4. ENVIRON Skincare Ionzyme Gold Roll-CIT, $313. Designed to enhance the look…

DESIGNER BRANDS Longwear Matte Lip Colour, $9.99. This lip colour really goes the extra mile. The highly pigmented formula boasts a crazy 24-hour wear, yet leaves the lips soft and supple. MEDIK8 Retinol 1TR, $75. For those new to the retinol game, this Vitamin A Renewal Cream is an absolute steal. In a softer 0.1% dosage, 1TR uses a unique ‘time-release’ technology, allowing for slow delivery to reduce irritation. MESOESTETIC energy C Peel-off Mask, $69.50 (6 mask pods) This at-home mask, from the Mesoestetic family famed for its clinical peels, is formulated with high concentrations of Vitamin C, alongside peptides, retinol and phytic acid to help skin cells produce more hyaluronic acid and collagen. The complexion is instantly brightened and detoxi􀆂ed for a radiant appearance. VASELINE Intensive Care Advanced Strength,…

Over the past couple of decades body contouring surgery has become one of the most popular cosmetic procedures. But not everyone needs or is willing to undergo surgery, anaesthesia and the like to remove excess fat and reshape the body. Some serious advancements in the field of fat reduction now offer non-surgical procedures that can achieve noticeable results with no downtime, no surgery and minimal (if any) discomfort. Most of these devices harness some form of energy – be it radiofrequency, ultrasound, freezing temperatures or hyperthermic laser – to break down underlying fat while leaving surrounding tissues unaffected. This type of procedure doesn’t require any anaesthesia and is performed in the clinic. There is normally zero downtime, only some mild discomfort and results are permanent if you maintain your weight.…

When it comes to fixing a crooked nose or lifting a severely sagging face, most times surgery is still your best bet. Surgery these days is a far cry from yesteryear – as techniques continue to evolve, procedures have become more and more customisable, leading to very natural-looking results and more manageable downtime. Today, there’s a wide range of cosmetic surgery options available to target specific areas of the face and body. Whether facial surgery (such as a facelift, neck lift and blepharoplasty) or body surgery (such as breast enhancement, liposuction and abdominoplasty), the modern approach to cosmetic surgery involves tailoring a procedure or combination of procedures to your individual requirements and goals. Here, we explore the most common procedures in facial surgery. FACE LIFT First performed more than 100…

Who says makeup is just for girls? James Charles, 17-year-old New York-based makeup artist, has become the first-ever male COVERGIRL. Did you know ear art makeup is now a thing? Championed by French makeup artist @violette_fr, the trend has created an Insta-Frenzy. Whether it’s the next big thing remains to be seen, but if the amount of times Violette’s creations are getting regrammed is any indication, it may be here to stay! Social media imploded after ALICIA KEYS fronted the MTV Music Awards this year with – wait for it – no makeup. Keys responded with: “I hope this is a revolution because I don’t want to cover up anymore. Not my face, not my mind, not my soul…”. Thanks for the lesson, Alicia – makeup or no makeup, we’re…

Whether you’re starting a business or new project, relocating to another city, or simply running the world Beyoncé-style, you need a professional makeup look that shouts girl boss. CLARINS Instant Definition Mascara 01, $40. Your lashes are instantly lengthened and separated thanks to a new double-brush design and a new-generation formula. This staple mascara gives incredible wide-angled volume. SYNERGIE SKIN CC Lips in Opulent-C, $39. This mulberry colour is so delicious you’ll want to eat it! Synergie’s chic lip colour also produces distinct hydrating benefits to the lips and provides natural UV protection. CLARINS 3 Dot Liner Easy Lining Eyeliner Dot by Dot, $40. There’s no doubt eyeliner can be a real struggle, especially when you’re attempting the winged look. We’ve never been happier to know we have a little…

Vitamin A is arguably the single-most important ingredient to prevent, restore, normalise and help repair damaged skin. Medical research shows that ageing of the skin is accelerated by the loss of lightsensitive vitamins destroyed by sun, stress and pollution. These lost vitamins include Vitamin A, together with key antioxidants and Vitamins C, E, pro-vitamin B5 and betacarotene. These all work to normalise the skin, assisting it to reverse the signs of ageing, and to make it look younger and smoother. Vitamin A in particular helps smooth both wrinkles and fine lines, while increasing skin hydration and collagen production. It evens out skin texture, at the same time as increasing skin thickness and improving its elasticity. Vitamin A also improves acne, natural exfoliation and overall skin tone, diminishing mottled pigmentation. Since…

You may be thinking liposuction has had a bit of a rough ride, what with all the shiny new non-surgical body contouring fat-busting treatments that are blitzing the market. However, that’s not quite the case. Liposuction has remained one of the top procedures year after year, and its popularity is showing no sign of slowing down. The difference is that liposuction can complete a bigger reduction in larger pockets of fat; typically something non-surgical devices just can’t manage well. Rather than multiple non-invasive body contouring treatments, liposuction can achieve results with just one procedure. Dr John Flynn, from Cosmedic & Skin Clinic in Southport, QLD, says the liposuction procedure has evolved immensely over the years. “In experienced hands, the procedure is far more gentle and comfortable than ever before,” he…

Skin health doesn’t need to be complicated. HydraFacial keeps it simple by delivering a non-invasive gentle procedure that rejuvenates and protects the health of your skin, allowing your natural beauty to shine through. HydraFacial is the next-gen facial that produces immediate and noticeable results after a single treatment. It combines exfoliation, acid peels, extractions and antioxidant infusions to cleanse, nourish and brighten the skin to bring it to the top of its game. The deep cleansing, decongesting and nourishing treatment takes only 30 minutes, and it’s recommended to have once a month to keep skin looking and functioning at its peak. “When I saw the results being achieved by the HydraFacial, I knew that it was a modality that we needed to have in the clinic. Colleagues of mine were…

by now you’ve probably heard about CoolSculpting, the in-clinic treatment that permanently destroys fat cells by literally freezing them to death. It’s just one of the many new non-surgical body contouring devices now available to us – and it’s been spreading like wildfire across the country, not least of all because once the fat cells have been destroyed, it’s permanent. (Yes, you heard that right.) The skin therapists at Skin Renu Laser & Skin Rejuvenation Clinic know a good thing when they see it. They’ve been using CoolSculpting at their clinic for more than a year now and have seen some impressive circumference-reducing results. “The demand for non-surgical body sculpting treatments is growing exponentially – for the right person it’s a great way to eliminate fatty deposits on areas such…

It’s no secret that cosmeceuticals are major players in skincare – and for good reason. Bridging the gap between cosmetics and pharmaceutical-grade creams, they contain active ingredients that can affect real changes at a cellular level, helping to repair and protect the skin. The latest line-up is Teoxane Cosmeceuticals, a unique skincare system that combines luxury with science, and boasts a brand-new ingredient to the beauty world. It was specifically designed to protect and moisturise the skin after cosmetic procedures such as chemical peels, laser or microdermabrasion, but it goes much further than this – it nourishes the skin to further reduce the appearance of ageing for smoother, more radiant skin. INTRODUCING A NEW SKINCARE INGREDIENT Whether you’ve just had a cosmetic rejuvenation procedure or simply want to maintain a…

The healing properties of light have been recognised for thousands of years. The Greeks and Romans both understood that sunlight could play some remedial role – although there was little understanding of why. As early as 1903 scientists realised light could be used for therapeutic treatment. The same year Danish physician Niels Finsen Ryberg was awarded the Nobel Prize for his work on light therapy, which eventuated with a machine that emitted similar wavelengths to the sun. In 1917, Albert Einstein theorised on the stimulated emission of radiation, or what we commonly refer to as lasers. Today lasers are used in a multitude of products and systems from DVD players to barcode scanners. Laser is an acronym for Light Amplification for the Stimulated Emission of Radiation and is used in…

Growing out short hair and in that awkward in-between phase? Or just after a thicker, sexier style? Hair extensions are your golden ticket to a good hair day, every day. In a matter of hours, hair extensions allow you to have long, thick hair. In the right hands, they are virtually undetectable, can be worn up or down and can last months on end, even up to a year. INVEST IN THE BEST Joseph Mourad, from his renowned salon in Double Bay, Sydney, is the godfather of hair extensions. The go-to hair professional is well known for his seamless results and for using the best quality human hair. His hair extension methods are highly coveted world wide – and his celebrity clientele includes entertainer Mel B and Grammy award-winning recording…

INIKA Certified Organic Light Reflect Cream, $39. A multi-purpose highlighter that illuminates the skin, this handy little tube reflects light and enhances natural facial features. It can be used on the cheekbones, brow bones and eyelids for a natural luminous look (or in the corner of your eyes to really make them pop!). BENEFIT Hoola, $51. The perfect fit for your festival bag, this bronzing powder gives a healthy, naturallooking tan for the face. It also comes with an ultra soft, natural-bristle cheek brush. Also great for contouring. CLARINS Bronzing Duo Mineral Powder Compact, $62. No one wants to be left red faced during a music festival, and those Aussie rays can be pretty damn harsh. This SP F 15 bronzer is a 100% mineral sunscreen that illuminates the complexion…

In a society saturated with the influence of celebrities and models, image is everything and it’s everywhere. Whether it’s Instagram, Facebook or Snapchat there is no doubt that women, in particular younger generations, consume unattainable perceptions of reality in what is considered the ‘ideal’ body image. A new study has recently unearthed the attitudes of women towards self-care, aimed at providing an insight into the body concerns of Australian women today. More than 1,000 Australian women were questioned as part of the Women’s Attitudes Towards Beauty and Self Improvement study, which took answers from candidates aged between 25 and 60, revealing how they felt about their bodies. The nation-wide research by Cynosure and McCrindle Forecast Strategy Research revealed some interesting stats in terms of body confidence ratings and self-esteem, with…

PRP is a treatment with seemingly endless areas for application – from turning back the clock on ageing to helping with sexual dysfunction. And that’s just the start. Using the body’s own natural resources, PRP (platelet-rich plasma) works by literally drawing on your own blood and reinjecting higher concentrations of blood platelets, which release growth factors to the treatment site and stimulate new cell growth and regeneration. RegenLab PRP was the first to market PRP in the Australian aesthetic arena back in 2007. Now, with 96 clinical publications backing it (and counting), RegenLab PRP provides evidence-based medicine for all uses of PRP; it’s a proven system using optimal concentrations for optimal results. THE VAMPIRE FACELIFT The evolution of PRP for aesthetic treatment is the trademark Vampire Facelift developed by Dr…

Beauty is ever evolving and now, more than ever, how you feel about the way you look and how society perceives you are increasingly important and a very real factor in women’s everyday lives. The Face Value survey, commissioned by pharma giant Allergan, asked 2,000+ Australian women aged 20-49 how they feel about their looks, the pressure they feel to stay ‘youthful’, what they know about treatments available to address ageing, and how they view those who have cosmetic procedures such as dermal fillers and anti-wrinkle injections. Beauty is ever evolving and now, more than ever, how you feel about the way you look and how society perceives you are increasingly important and a very real factor in women’s everyday lives. The Face Value survey, commissioned by pharma giant Allergan,…

While the eyes may be the window to your soul, they are also a significant marker of your age. If you’re unhappy with the appearance of your eyes and have drooping, sagging or asymmetrical eyelids, you may be on the fence about deciding whether to go under the knife. Say hello to your new best friend – Lids By Design. As we age, the skin around our eyes loses its natural elasticity, causing the eyelids to droop and sag. Lids By Design is a safe, non-invasive solution to this everyday problem, helping to resolve issues like sagging skin, asymmetrical eyes, and heavy lids that can disturb your natural beauty. Lids By Design is gaining a loyal following in the US and now Australia. It’s a simple beauty solution to instantly…

Summer is here and while you might still be waiting for your beach bod to arrive, there’s a simple, quick and effective solution to shrink your waistline. With the International Body Wrap, you can enjoy the benefits of radiant, glowing skin and say goodbye to a guaranteed 15cm off your total body circumference. The best part? The treatment is free if you don’t drop the minimum 15cm. WHAT’S INVOLVED AND HOW DOES IT WORK? The International Body Wrap uses natural Dead Sea clay to cleanse and detoxify your body of impurities such as toxins and free radicals. So, while you’re detoxing your body, you’ll also be detoxing your skin. Your body will first be measured and marked up so that your exact centimetere loss can be calculated after the treatment.…