Innholdsfortegnelse for August - October 2021 i CosBeauty Magazine

Last year we dedicated an issue of CosBeauty to self-care in the midst of the global pandemic. Who would have foreseen we’d be back in lockdown more than 18 months after the outbreak of COVID-19, or that self-care would be the new skincare? Self-care looks different to each of us – and for beauty aficionados, sometimes it really does mean taking care of our skin, hair and body and putting on makeup. On page 48 we explore the connection between self-care and self-esteem, and how our daily skincare and makeup rituals can promote confidence and feelings of empowerment and control. To get you started, we’ve curated some of the all-star skin products to create a DIY skin treatment at home (p26), share an expert’s tips on cultivating lush and lustrous…

Freckles, age spots, brown spots or pigmentation: whatever you call it, irregular skin discolouration is a common and often distressing problem caused by factors such as sun damage, inflammatory skin disorders and hormonal fluctuations. Australians are exposed to some of the strongest UV levels in the world – and we suffer among the highest incidences of skin cancers globally and, by association, other collateral dermal damage. Skin cells in the top layer of skin (epidermis) produce a pigment called melanin that gives skin its unique, natural colour. When exposed to UV radiation, more melanin is produced, causing the skin to darken, often in irregular patches or spots, including freckles. In its various forms, hyperpigmentation affects over 80 percent of women over the age of 25. If you’re a sufferer, you’ll…

WHAT WAS THE IMPETUS FOR CREATING THE NEW AGE ELEMENT RANGE AND WHAT MAKES IT UNIQUE? At mesoestetic we advocate precision and effectiveness in all our treatments, which is the reason we have launched age element, an innovative 100% customised treatment, making it suitable for all ages and skin types. It’s unique because of the patented [meso] epigen system, the smart reactivator of youth mechanisms, and the age element diagnosis system™, which is an exclusive diagnostic platform developed by mesoestetic to help define the customised professional treatment for each client. The customisation is so relevant because it provides maximum results, increases treatment adherence and allows the opportunity to build unique experiences in each session for both practitioner and patient. WHAT IS EPIGENETICS AND HOW HAS MESOESTETIC INTEGRATED THIS INTO AGE…

@alishabhojwani_ As Zoom calls become the norm in our COVID reality, skincare has never been more sought after. After all, when you’re staring at yourself for 8 hours a day, 5 days a week for months on end, putting on a full face seems to become less important. Instead, I’ve found myself reaching for my eye cream and neck cream (can you tell I’m in my 30s?) several times a day because, let’s be honest, I think we’d rate extra sleep over applying concealer any day of the week. If you’re a skincare hoarder like me (I may or may not be using my TV cabinet as skincare storage as I type this) then you’ve got your routine down, but if you’re new to the realm of skincare, it can…

ROHAN WIDDISON CEO, NEW LABORATORIES When it comes to cosmetics, skincare and personal care products, a large number of Australians purchase beauty and skincare products that are in line with their personal values. Personal values, when it comes to selecting our beauty products, range from ‘natural ingredients’, organic and vegan products, brands that don’t test their products on animals, sustainability, ethically sourced ingredients and Australian made. Whilst as consumers we can tell if a product is Australian made or owned, because of the Australian-made symbol, how can we tell where our skincare products come from, if they’re ethically sourced, and are in fact organic? ETHICAL SOURCING AND VERIFIABLE SUPPLY CHAINS When it comes to ethical sourcing, in Australia it is currently difficult for consumers to know if their favourite brands…

At age 31, author and business communications specialist Amber Daines-Unger (now 45) and her husband David decided it was time to start their family. After taking the contraceptive pill throughout her 20s, Amber was realistic. She knew she may have to wait a few months before things started happening in the baby stakes. But she didn’t expect she would still be trying to conceive more than 12 months later. ‘I just wasn’t getting my period,’ she recalls. ‘So, every month I’d think I was pregnant when I wasn’t.’ She laughs, ‘I went through so many pregnancy-testing sticks. Ironically, I had spent all my 20s trying not to fall pregnant and then when I really wanted to, I couldn’t!’ Being naturally on the slender side, the thought that she may have…

Ah, perfume. Coco Chanel summed it up perfectly: It is the unseen, unforgettable, ultimate accessory of fashion that heralds your arrival and prolongs your departure. The world of perfumery has its own history and language, seducing our sense of smell, lifting our mood and awakening memories of some of our most special life events. Many of us like to have a signature scent (or several), but there’s nothing quite like discovering a new fragrance to kick off a fresh start. Take a whiff of the scents we’re currently crushing on. 1 Hermetica Peonypop 100ml, $299 This smells like a bouquet of spring flowers in a bottle. The composition is dedicated to fragrant peony flowers with notes of osmanthus, peony and raspberry, which adds a light gourmet shade. It’s complemented by…

@cosbeauty KATE WINSLET IS THE NEWEST BRAND AMBASSADOR FOR L’OREAL PARIS Fresh off her hit show, Mare of Easttown, Academy Awardwinning actress Kate Winslet has been named the new face of iconic beauty brand L’Oreal Paris. She’ll join the L’Oreal “sisterhood” which includes Viola Davis, Eva Longoria, Helen Mirren, Elle Fanning, Aja Naomi King and Camila Cabello. Winslet intends to use her platform to uplift and inspire other women to feel “worth it”. ‘It’s taken work to get to a place where I make no apology for who I am, where I accept my flaws,’ she said. ‘I’m delighted to join the L’Oreal Paris sisterhood to say: it takes courage and strength to believe that you are worth it. Sometimes, you may not feel worth it at all... We all…

@cleoglyde Beauty “me time” is often the one time in the day when women focus on themselves – whether it’s rocking a new centre part, applying a favourite shade of lippy or sliding into a lavender-infused bath for a hot soak at day’s end. The kids, the boss, the guy, the deadlines are temporarily at bay. Our beauty routines of lotions and potions and pigmented colours is a ritualistic meditation that helps us transition from the private realm of pyjamas and wild hair to facing the world with our best face forward. Our shelfie-worthy collection of bathroom essentials is often all that stands between us being at our most raw and vulnerable and having the confidence to get out there and do what we do. Then 2020 happened and we…

ZOOM TEETH WHITENING What is it? A state of the art in-clinic whitening process that can lighten teeth up to 13 shades. Teeth and gums are checked for cavities and general health, and the teeth are ideally cleaned by a dentist or hygienist,’ explains Dr Gamer Verdian from Dental Lounge in Sydney. ‘A mould is taken of the teeth and a mouth guard is made for at-home whitening maintenance following the actual treatment. We recommend this in combination with the clinical treatment to ensure ideal long-term results. ’ During the actual procedure, which typically happens on a second appointment, a pH-balanced hydrogen peroxide whitening gel is applied to all teeth. This is activated for 15 minutes using a special UV light, which gently penetrates the teeth to remove deep stains…

With self-care being the new going out for many of us during COVID-19, there’s never been a better time to indulge in some of the most delicious body treatment products on the market. Cancel all the plans that may end up getting cancelled anyway with these best-in-class body products to cleanse, hydrate, smooth, buff and give you a glow-up. Cleanse There’s nothing quite like delightfully clean, nourished and wonderfully fragrant skin. Elevate your bath or shower routine with a nourishing cleansing oil, and keep things in the clear and blemish-free with activated charcoal to gently draw out bacteria and toxins. 1. L’Occitane Almond Shower Oil, $39. Rich in omega 6 and 9, this aromatic cleansing oil nourishes and softens the skin. Pouring from the bottle as a decadent oil, this…

DR RAEWYN TEIRNEY LEADING SYDNEY FERTILITY SPECIALIST AND GYNAECOLOGIST SHARES THE FACTS AROUND PCOS WITH US. ‘Polycystic ovarian syndrome is the most common hormone problem among women of fertile age. It can occur in teenage girls and women of all ages even after menopause, when ovulation ceases. This is because it can be related to insulin resistance, which in turn may lead to Type 2 Diabetes. Medically, we also refer to it as Syndrome X and Metabolic Syndrome. Approximately six to eight percent of women across the world are affected by PCOS, and it accounts for a significant proportion of visits to fertility specialists. It is associated with increased male hormones which lead to issues around menstruation and problems with the skin. Women and girls who have PCOS have tiny…

@ShonaghWalker Just as summer bodies are made in winter, so too long, lustrous summer hair begins with proper care throughout the colder months. ‘I have so many clients who crave long, thick hair during summer but they don’t realise the work has to start in the cooler months,’ explains Sabrina Maxwell from Marc & Maxwell Hair in Sydney’s Surry Hills. ‘It’s kind of like coaching your hair into its best state of health. You’re helping your hair recover from any damage UV rays and swimming in salt or chlorinated water may have inflicted during the previous summer, as well as preventing further damage from the environmental aggressors of winter.’ STOP WITH THE STYLING Sabrina notes that winter is the perfect time to pull back on over-styling and ramp up on…

Whether you’ve been enjoying some Netflix and chill, homeschooling small children or trying to work as normal from your dining room table in your PJs, lockdowns (shoutout to Melbourne and Sydney at the time of writing) can take their toll on our wellbeing and also our appearance. ‘A lot of us have been turning to junk food and haven’t been exercising as much as we normally would. As a result, many of us are feeling and looking a bit blah,’ says Dr Vincent Candrawinata, research scientist and founder of Renovatio BioScience, which develops and manufactures Activated Phenolics. ‘Additionally, when we stay at home without needing to socialise with people or go to work, we tend to be more relaxed with our washing routine, including our hair and skin. This can…

9 months out SERIOUS ABOUT SKINCARE It’s time to up the ante in terms of your skincare; your makeup will only look flawless on the big day if your skin is in good shape. You may want to discuss your skin’s needs with an expert and switch up the gears to cosmeceutical skincare with active ingredients. This is also a good time to start regular light therapy treatments, such as LED therapy, to kickstart the cellular turnover of your skin and reach ultimate skin fitness. 6 months out LOSE THE MUFFIN TOP More than 70 percent of brides-to-be want to lose weight before their wedding day, according to a study from Cornell University. We all know the best way to lose fat is through willpower and exercise. But there’s also…

I In nature, some male species are more adorned than the female. For example, the feather train on male peacocks is among the most striking and beautiful physical attributes in nature, and it is the male lion who flaunts a flamboyant mane. But good grooming is not solely the domain of our animal counterparts. Male interest in grooming, appearance medicine and physical improvement has gained rapid momentum. As is evident in the burgeoning industry geared to male grooming, men are increasingly investing more dollars and time in their appearance. And the once female-centric beauty industry is catering to the male consumer with products specific to the needs and wants of men. Men’s skin is different from women’s in a number of respects. Higher levels of testosterone give men thicker skin…