Innholdsfortegnelse for August - October 2018 i CosBeauty Magazine

Welcome to the spring edition of CosBeauty Magazine. With the onset of warmer weather, this time of year represents fresh starts, new beginnings and a sense of unlimited possibility. Extended evenings make spring the perfect time for setting new goals, particularly those pertaining to our health. Wellness has always been a key focus for CosBeauty Magazine and this issue is no exception. We talk to fitness influencer Lauren Hannaford about maintaining motivation and adopting a new approach to fitness (page 106). For Lauren, a recent competitor on Australian Ninja Warrior, working out is not just a way to lose weight, it’s about that post-workout rush of endorphins and feeling good. For those seeking a more calming health boost, Australian sleep scientist Dr Carmel Harrington eases us into the land of…

We all have that friend who swears a sponge is all you need to achieve the perfect finish, but at this stage we’re willing to welcome any help we can get! If defined cheekbones and flawlessly laid foundation are among your beauty goals, it might be worth updating your everyday application tools.…

Ah, exfoliation! What was once a simple idea now appears far more complicated thanks to an array of beauty myths and buzzwords surrounding an essential skincare topic. Exfoliation is the process by which dead skin cells are removed from the skin’s surface. It can be done manually with a scrub or by chemical means with alpha hydroxy acids (AHAs) like glycolic or lactic acid. When dead skin cells are left to accumulate, the skin begins to appear dull and lacklustre. Regular exfoliation stops this from happening and, in doing so, brings a natural glow to the complexion. Exfoliating also allows us to get more from our skincare regimes as a whole, as products are better able to penetrate the skin when the dead cells have been removed. But be careful…

If, like the rest of us, you’ve been chasing that elusive dream of a younger looking, glowing complexion, there’s only one question you need to answer: Do you have 30 minutes? That’s all it takes for the HydraFacial to begin working its magic. The HydraFacial is no ordinary facial. It incorporates spa therapy with medical technology to create truly exceptional skin revitalisation results. It’s a facial cleanse, microdermabrasion, skin resurfacing treatment and antioxidant boost in one quick, easy and pleasant skincare session. Suitable for all skin types, the HydraFacial improves the appearance of fine lines, wrinkles, congested and enlarged pores, oily or acne prone skin, hyperpigmentation and brown spots. Each treatment noticeably decongests and shrinks pores, and plumps the skin with antioxidant and hyaluronic acid infusions. Even the most sensitive…

With today’s wide array of facial rejuvenation treatments, there’s a solution for just about every facial ageing concern. Only an experienced and skilled doctor will understand and offer the full spectrum of facial rejuvenation options, and explain how they may be combined and personalised to give each patient the most natural looking results. ‘With ageing, the overall facial balance is changed,’ says Dr John Flynn from Cosmedic & Skin Clinic on the Gold Coast. ‘To rejuvenate the face and achieve the best result, it’s necessary to address and restore each of these elements with a different approach. ‘I believe combining modalities – peels and laser to improve the texture of the skin, and using fillers to build volume after a face lifting procedure – produces the best possible results in…

Conceive Please is Australia’s first holistic pregnancy planning kit, created by leading fertility specialist and gynaecologist, Dr Raewyn Teirney. It has been designed to help both the man and the woman in the relationship become ‘Fertility Fit’, to ultimately heighten chances of conception. Conceive Please acts as a one-stop fertility shop, comprising a holistic, four-step plan with supporting products to aid male and female fertility, to assist couples with starting or extending a family through natural conception, or with nurturing an ongoing pregnancy. Conceive Please contains valuable information and tools to set you on your journey to natural conception, including: • Pre-conception health and support (his ‘n hers fertility vitamins)• Menstrual cycle monitoring for ovulation• Timed sexual intercourse strategy• Testing for pregnancy.…

The good news? Your skin, like any other organ, has the ability to regenerate itself and your body has an amazing rate of rehydration. But that regeneration depends on how much damage has been done. If you’ve been drinking for 15 years and decide to stop, it will definitely help your body going forwards, but your skin is not going to regenerate back to that of a non-drinker 15 years younger. The truth is that once you destroy collagen, it’s difficult to get back; but there are ways to minimise the damage. KNOW YOUR LIMITS How your body handles and processes alcohol changes as you age. An alcoholic drink leaves your body in about three hours when you’re 20; but by the time you hit 40 it takes 33 hours…

HUDA KATTAN ENTERS THE WORLD OF REALITY TV Always wondered what it takes to run a billion dollar beauty brand? Well, it looks like we’re about to find out. Blogger turned entrepreneur Huda Kattan is now starring in her own reality show, Huda Boss, which is available to view globally through Facebook Watch. The ‘Keeping Up With the Kardashians’ style series documents the trials and tribulations of product development, and Dubai life, as Huda and her sisters work on new formulations for the Huda Beauty brand. New episodes are uploaded every Tuesday. SAY HELLO TO CUSTOMISABLE CAPSULE COSMETICS If you’ve ever lost a handbag to a rogue bottle of foundation, there’ll be a special place in your heart for this new Australian release. Pressplay Cosmetics is the brainchild of beauty…

Race day makeup differs from that of other social occasions as the races tend to take place outdoors during the day. In beauty terms, this means you need makeup that will stay put, while striking a balance between natural and glamorous. Over the top fake tan and heavy smoky eyes are a no go for such events. Instead, you should aim for pared back elegance which highlights you best features and reflects your inner radiance. Dewy foundation and a soft champagne highlighter are your friends here, but be sure to start with a trustworthy primer. Cool brown and soft shimmer tones work well on the eyes, as do winged liner and lash separating mascara. Depending on your outfit of choice, a pop of colour on the lips can be winner.…

I am a cosmetic chemist, biological scientist, founder and formulator of Synergie Skin. I began my career as a senior science teacher in my twenties, as I have always been deeply compelled to inspire, educate and create. I later transitioned to a role as educator and formulator for a cosmeceutical company, but I felt the skincare industry was missing a key component – empowering the customer with a scientific understanding of their products. It wasn’t until my forties that I took a risk and opened a startup skincare clinic in Melbourne. Synergie Skin grew organically as a featured brand of this endeavour, allowing me to ultimately marry my passion for beauty and science. The idea of Synergie began with my notebook and pen whilst I sat at a café at…

Not all cosmeceutical producers are the same. For example, how many can lay claim to combining advanced skincare science with a commitment to minimising their environmental impact? The people at Medik8 have just released the next phase of evolution in their product range, with refreshed packaging that emphasises their core values of clinical results, simplicity and sustainability. Not satisfied with merely developing a range of scientifically proven anti-ageing skincare products, Medik8 heeded the growing desire among consumers to align their personal beliefs with the products they purchase. Building on their well established ‘green cosmeceutical’ status, Medik8 replaced over 300,000 plastic parts with recycled paper and every piece of paper based packaging they use is now either recycled or FSC certified. At the same time, they made a conscious effort to…

The face and neck are some of the fastest and most obvious areas of the body to reveal the signs of ageing. It’s no wonder that the facial anti-ageing marketplace is very much alive and kicking with skin treatments, fillers and wrinkle treatments to fix a whole myriad of concerns. There’s a limit, however, to what fillers, wrinkle injections and skin treatments can do. Not every non-surgical treatment out there is going to address every problem, and while many techniques will show improvement, they may not garner the same result – or longevity – as those achieved with surgery. For example, when it comes to lifting a severely sagging and deflated face, hooded eyelids or fixing a hooked nose, most times surgery is still your best bet. Surgery these days…

A recent Australian study showed two out of every five adults are not getting enough sleep. While each person’s requirement is individual, adults typically need between seven and nine hours of ‘shut eye’ per night. Sleep is vitally important to our physical health and, without adequate sleep, we are more susceptible to cold and flu infections and more likely to develop certain cancers as well as heart disease. Lack of sleep also impacts our productivity and ability to perform, because it impairs our capacity to think and learn. Additionally it is associated with numerous mental health issues, including a fivefold increased risk of depression. Obesity, one of the most troublesome health issues we face today, is also linked to our lack of rest. When we are ‘sleep deprived’, the profile…

Forget vitamin infused gummy bears and generic ‘skin, hair and nail’ boosters, the new generation of skincare supplements is as aesthetically pleasing as it is scientifically advanced. With our craving for health heightening products bordering on a state of insatiability, it is clear we are no longer content with masking the effects of ill health on our skin. The goal has moved from ‘makeup on fleek’ to genuine radiance, and so supplements have become the new skincare essential of choice. 1. Zilch Acne Formula, $139. The Zilch Acne Formula combines the principles of Chinese Medicine with powerful natural ingredients to reduce inflammation and toxicity and clear stubborn adult acne. Zilch helps rid the body of toxins and promotes healing, with improvements being seen in as little as one to two…

Most people are familiar with waking up with heavy breath in the morning. However for a small minority, bad-smelling breath lasts long into the day and can become a chronic condition. Known as halitosis, lingering bad breath affects an estimated 2.4 per cent of the Australian adult population, and is mostly caused by sulphur-producing bacteria that live within the surface of the tongue and throat. Although this is normal, in someone who suffers from halitosis, these bacteria start to break down proteins at a very high rate, releasing odorous volatile sulphur compounds (VSC) at the back of the tongue and throat. While those who suffer chronic bad breath can spend hundreds of dollars on so-called ‘breath freshening’ mouthwashes, chewing gum and mints, these products tend not to eliminate the odour.…

A seven-day fly-drive holiday, leisurely motoring around the emerald and jade hills and valleys, crystal clear rivers and streams, and viridescent tall timbers of the Apple Isle, promises: • short flights in and out;• easy driving on well maintained highways – specifically attuned to, and clearly signposted for, tourism – to all major destinations;• prices for almost everything that defy the usual traveller-gouging which seems to dampen many vacation experiences; and• an unexpected appreciation of the extraordinary kaleidoscope of native ‘greens’ – from mint to myrtle, chartreuse to celadon to citron – spontaneously and continuously, hour after hour, sparking renewed appreciation of this unspoiled natural sanctuary. There are regular flights, throughout each day of the week, into both Launceston in the north and Hobart in the south. An ideal itinerary,…

The first thing you notice about Lauren Hannaford is her energy. Even through the phone, the popular personal trainer’s vibrant nature radiates through, immediately revealing why in this digital age she has attracted such a dedicated following. With 41,000 connections on Instagram alone, and the lean physique and bubbly personality to go with it, Lauren is in many respects a modern day fitness star. But unlike some of her Insta-famous peers, Lauren’s wellness career started long before social media came to dominate so much of our lives. By the time Lauren took on the persona of Dorothy the Dinosaur and went on tour with The Wiggles, she was already an accomplished gymnast, had worked as a gymnastics coach and was a qualified personal trainer. But it wasn’t until she embarked…

Although we learn to recognise the visible signs of facial ageing – that become manifested in lines, wrinkles, contours and folds – most of us are less familiar with the underlying structure of the face that gives each of us our own unique characteristics. Involving a complex web of bones, muscles and fat, we’ve compiled a basic overview of the facial structure, its function and how it changes through time to help better understand facial rejuvenation techniques and approaches. SKELETAL ANATOMY Facial bone anatomy is both complex and elegant, forming the basis of our outward-facing features while serving a wealth of functions behind the scenes. The key function of the human cranium is to protect the brain, its eight plates converging to house and safeguard the sense organs of smell,…

1. CHOOSE WISELY Choosing a surgeon is one of - if not ‘the’ - most important decisions when thinking about undergoing any type of cosmetic surgery. The surgeon’s experience, training and judgment will all impact on the physical outcomes of surgery, as will their openness to discuss concerns and question your motivation during the consultation prior to surgery. When it comes to selecting a doctor for facial surgery, you should ensure your surgeon’s training and certification is appropriate to the specific procedure he or she will be performing. Certification from the relevant medical board or body denotes that the doctor has completed additional requirements surrounding continuing education and experience in cosmetic surgery. Trusted sources of information include the Australasian Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS), the Australasian College of Cosmetic…

Dr Carmel Harrington (BSc, PhD, LLB, DipEd) is an Australian sleep scientist. She is the founder and managing director of Sleep for Health, a Research Fellow at The Children’s Hospital Westmead, Sydney, and a founding member of the Australian Sleep Foundation. Dr Harrington has authored two best-selling sleep books, The Sleep Diet and The Complete Guide to a Good Night’s Sleep and is a regular media commentator on all matters pertaining to sleep. Website: www.sleepforhealth.com.au…

In 2017, American cosmetics company Cover Girl took a stand against the ageist rhetoric of recent years by naming then 69-year-old Maye Musk as the new face of its brand. The move was celebrated worldwide as a bold step towards greater age diversity in advertising and, on a practical level, sent a very important message – beauty does not fade with age. Musk’s image remains one of mature vitality, something any woman can aspire to. While fine lines and wrinkles are to some extent inevitable, it is possible to age gracefully with a healthy, glowing complexion once the right lifestyle and skincare adjustments are made. This issue, we look at the latest skincare formulations designed to help you remain fresh-faced and feeling beautiful in the years beyond 40. day Support…

Charlotte Tilbury Hollywood Flawless Filter, $65. Charlotte Tilbury is one makeup artist who can literally do no wrong! Her latest release can be worn as a primer, foundation or highlighter, depending on your demand of the day. We love mixing it with foundation for a dewy, filtered looking glow. Jillian Dempsey Lid Tint Satin Eye Shadow in Glimmer, $38. With good colour pay-off and fuss free application, this product is a total handbag saviour. Each Lid Tint is brimming with organic ingredients, is vegan friendly and can be worn alone or with shadow. MAC 150S Large Powder Brush, $77. Made for dusting loose or pressed powder on the face and body, this hand-sculpted brush’s soft fibres form a full, rounded shape. Made from 100 per cent synthetic materials. Yves Saint…