Innholdsfortegnelse for February - April 2019 i CosBeauty Magazine

Developed by mesoestetic® and distributed in Australia by Advanced Cosmeceuticals, cosmelan® is a one-off treatment that not only helps visibly reduce dark spots, it also restores radiance and luminosity to the skin while equalising skin tone. The treatment works by helping to decrease the skin’s melanin production. cosmelan® is a new-generation depigmentation treatment that finally offers clinically proven results in all types of pigmentation, including melasma. Melasma is a common skin problem that can cause brown, blotchy patches of discoloured skin to appear, usually across the face, and is exacerbated by exposure to the sun. Although it affects such a high proportion of Australians, especially women, it is extremely difficult to treat. However, cosmelan® is a gamechanger and has an impressive clearance rate, helping to reduce age spots by up…

The fight against ageing is starting younger and younger with research showing one in five young women stress about wrinkles before they’ve even reached their mid-twenties. It’s never too early to start looking after your skin and r-Retinoate Intense is a revolutionary complex of the most powerful Vitamin As - crystal stabilised retinaldehyde joins forces with breakthrough retinyl retinoate - for the ultimate Vitamin A power. Never before have these two legendary molecules been combined and never before have such profound visible results been attainable at home. Vitamin A is arguably the most renowned ingredient in cosmeceuticals for it’s ability to help reduce the first signs of skin ageing. Retinol rejuvenates the appearance of the skin, helping it to look smoother, refined and plumper. It helps promote cell turnover to…

The unrelenting summer sunshine, chlorine and salt water can have us looking like Medusa before we know it, if we don’t take steps to look after our locks. From frizziness to breakage, dryness to split ends, a little extra care can go a long way to keeping our crowning glory in tiptop condition. Chlorine can make blonde hair bright green, while even red heads and brunettes might notice a khaki tinge. Make sure you rinse your hair straight after pool time and, if hair already has a green tinge, use a deep cleansing shampoo to help remove mineral deposits, and follow with conditioner. Sun exposure and swimming can cause hair to dry out and become dull, so use a deep conditioning treatment weekly to stop the problem before it starts.…

With Australia’s warm and sunny climate, many of us are intrinsically drawn to lying in the sun – but be warned. According to the Department of Health and Ageing, approximately two in three Australians will be diagnosed with skin cancer before the age of 70. One of the best ways to protect yourself against the sun’s harmful rays is by using a sunscreen. But it’s important to know the differences in how they work, in order to choose the best option for your skin. ORGANIC VS INORGANIC SUNSCREENS Inorganic sunscreens, also known as ‘mineral’ or ‘physical’ sunscreens, work by reflecting or scattering UV rays and radiation. Some sunscreens combine both organic and inorganic components. Two types of inorganic sunscreens available are zinc oxide and titanium dioxide. Both provide broad-spectrum UVA…

According to Donna Aston, there are several contributing biological factors that must be addressed before permanent fat loss is possible. Current diets only provide short-term success because you’ve accidently stumbled onto one of these factors. However, while they may have addressed one key aspect (generally the superficial), they have missed the other five key fundamental components that successfully address your internal health issues and result in successful, long-term weight loss. So what are the six key pillars? DONNA HAS EMERGED AS ONE OF OUR COUNTRY’S MOST SOUGHT AFTER HEALTH AND FITNESS EXPERTS. 1. Weight set-point 2. Exercise 3. Insulin resistance 4. Gut flora 5. Harnessing stress management 6. Timing/circadian rhythm Donna launched a new program on 1 February 2019 that will retrain your body and help you achieve permanent weight…

Effected by the lifestyle we lead, the foods we eat, the products we use and the vitamins we consume, our skin, and the way it ages, is an amazingly complex phenomenon. External factors work alongside genetics, ethnicity and other intrinsic processes to map our path to skin ageing. And while there is little we can do to halt the hands of time from leaving their mark on our skin, there is plenty we can do to limit the damage being done by the choices we make on a day-to-day basis. Spanning from the active cells of the dermis to the dead cells of the stratum corneum (the outermost layer of the epidermis), the skin serves to protect the body and acts as an exchange system for water and waste. Skin…

Men and women age differently – and the process tends to treat men more favourably. So, apart from the obvious, how do the sexes differ? BONE SIZE Male bones are generally longer and larger than female bones and have more obvious muscle markings. Men also have bigger skulls, with more prominent brow ridges, bigger jaws, chins, cheekbones and noses, giving men’s faces a squarish shape and stronger features than women’s. These differences in bone structure are hormonally triggered at puberty. Increased levels of testosterone trigger the growth of certain bony facial features so boys’ faces grow more than girls’. Female faces remain relatively childlike. High levels of oestrogen in growing girls prevent the growth of facial bone and result in increased thickness of lips and fat deposition in the cheek…

I travelled to London via Doha in early September and Qatar Airways (the state-owned flag carrier) offered a free night’s accommodation, and free airport transfers, at the 5-star Oryx Rotana hotel. To take full advantage, I recommend paying for a second night – to allow a full day for sight-seeing – for a very reasonable US$100. Highlight of my day was the 3 hours I spent in the morning at the Museum of Islamic Art, built on an island of reclaimed land. Entry is free and, at the end of your tour, the cafe offers panoramic views overlooking the bay and across toward the new commercial district with its amazing skyline boasting 88 office towers. In the afternoon I took one of the standard 4-hour city tours for A$135. They…

BREATHABLE BALM A clear balm that energises and protects the skin and is packed with the benefits of the LYCO-complex. contains SPF15. CULT PRODUCT Lycogel Breathable Tint provides perfect coverage without that ‘heavy’ look and feel. This revolutionary tinted cream is long lasting and water resistant, making it the perfect base to match any situation – from minimal coverage for a day at the beach to natural-looking coverage for dinner with friends or a night out. The tint is lightweight and absorbs quickly into the skin, providing a light coverage while still managing to even out any redness in skin, hide broken capillaries, smaller blemishes and pigmentation. This amazing product doesn’t just offer long-lasting coverage – it also supports the longer term health of your skin, while providing SPF for…

CRANBERRIES & BLUEBERRIES Cranberries have long been used to ward off urinary tract infections and are packed with antioxidants. More recently, it has been discovered that cranberries also contain anticarcinogenic compounds, which can prevent or delay the development of cancer. Blueberries deliver high levels of antioxidants called anthocyanins, which have been shown to lower cholesterol, prevent blood clotting and protect body cells. They also contain Vitamins C and E, in addition to fibre and folic acid, which is of benefit to women who wish to fall pregnant. DARK LEAFY GREENS Leafy green vegetables are packed full of goodness, and spinach is the best of the bunch. It contains Vitamins A and C and folic acid, as well as magnesium, which is thought to help fight cancer and lower the risk…

Starting out as an over-weight teenager, Donna has dramatically transformed her own body and continues to help countless others achieve their personal goals through private consultations and training, as well as public speaking and numerous publications. Her extensive client-base has included numerous high-profile celebrities, such as Sigrid Thornton, Kat Stewart, Peter Alexander, Magda Szubanski, Dave Hughes, Stephen Curry and Amercian Idol’s Simon Cowell. With six best-selling books to her credit, Donna has worked in Australia, Europe and the USA as a private health and fitness coach and advisor. She continues to be summoned from various overseas locations to prepare private, high-profile clients for red carpet and film. Donna is also a Genos Emotional Intelligence (EI) Certified Practitioner, to which she credits much of her success in coaching and inspiring countless…

Doha is the capital of Qatar, the gas-rich constitutional monarchy perched on a peninsula jutting 160kms into the Persian Gulf from the north-eastern border of Saudi Arabia. According to a series of 2017 international surveys, Qatar now boasts both the ‘highest per capita income’ and ‘highest per capita Gross Domestic Product’ in the world (overtaking Luxembourg) – thanks to its status as the globe’s leading exporter of liquefied natural gas (it sits atop the world’s third largest natural gas reserves, after Iran and Russia). And Doha is the glitzy modern capital attracting international jet-setters in record numbers – especially following the continuing expansion of Qatar Airways’ international networks, combined with Qatar’s rapid rise to prominence as both surprise choice as host for the 2022 soccer World Cup and home of…

Corniche Promenade: a 7-kilometre walkway around the downtown Doha Bay waterfront and gateway to numerous parks. Museum of Islamic Art: on a man-made island at one end of the Corniche, housing an extensive art collection from across the Muslim world. Mathaf Arab Museum of Modern Art: focuses mainly on art of the Arabian Peninsula, with works dating from the 19th century to today. Souq Waqif: centuries old market maze selling garments, rugs, gold, handicrafts, animal pets, souvenirs and spices, dotted with cafes, restaurants and shisha lounges. Doha Fort: Near Souq Waqif is turreted Doha Fort (Al Koot Fort) built in the 1920s and now containing a small museum. Pearl-Qatar: a massive artificial island set 350m offshore and the most exclusive address in the city – a haven for the mega-rich,…