Innholdsfortegnelse for November 2021 - January 2022 i CosBeauty Magazine

A HydraFacial treatment is performed somewhere in the world every 15 seconds. That’s because, ladies and gents, HydraFacial is no ordinary facial. It’s an experience. A pleasure. A feeling. A confidence booster. And it offers the best skin of your life in 30 minutes. Skin Renu, a leading skin clinic in Balmain, Sydney, is now offering HydraFacial treatments, and it was high on my post-lockdown pamper priority list. HydraFacial couldn’t be easier or more relaxing. After being greeted by the delightful Diana in the welcoming, light-filled reception of Skin Renu, I was set to start my road to sparkling skin. HydraFacial uses advanced, patented vortex technology to deeply cleanse the skin and effectively deliver botanical ingredients containing nutrients such as hyaluronic acid, horse chestnut seed extract, red algae extract, copper,…

After the year we’ve had, it’s time to up the glam factor and go all-out va-va-voom, and what better place to start than your crowning glory? These days, it’s a cinch to get glossy tresses and transform ourselves from leisurewear-donned WFH-ers to double vaxxed party animals (I know, all in good time, but a girl can start small). The new generation of hair care products and tools offer quick and easy styling saviours – and are less damaging on the hair than their predecessors. Having said that, for shiny and manageable hair, it’s all about damage control. Look for hydrating shampoos and conditioners, apply a hair treatment or mask at least once a week and always use a heat protectant before styling. Avoid products that contain harsh sulfates, parabens or…

Patient: Antoinette, 46 Procedure: Blepharoplasty and ptosis repair Reason: Recommendation by optometrist due to excess eyelid skin and droop of eyelids affecting vision Surgeon: Dr Benjamin Burt, Oculoplastic Surgeon – www.drbenjaminburt.com Hospital: Windsor Private Hospital, 20 The Avenue, Windsor VIC 3181 Small and hooded eyes are part of my genetics. It wasn’t until my early 40s that I noticed my eyelids drooped and the increase of excess skin simply became a way of life. I would find myself continually raising my eyebrows when speaking to people, and when tired I would see from my peripheral vision the sag of skin. I had regular injectables to help raise the brow and open my eyes. My eyes felt unsupported, almost like something had collapsed. I put it down to the ‘ageing process’.…

for the good part of two years, many of us have been viewing our own digital reflection on a daily basis, taking our place amid rows of headshots featuring colleagues and acquaintances displayed side-by-side, just centimetres apart, for up to an hour or more at a time. The frequency of video calls increased by 70% last year for employed Australians – and all this ‘up close and personal’ Zoom time is adding an additional layer of scrutiny as we watch ourselves speak and react to others. Are you noticing lines and wrinkles and double chins you just don’t see while looking in the bathroom mirror? If you answered yes, you’re not alone. In a recent survey, ‘Up Close and Personal’ conducted for Allergan Aesthetics, 68% of the 2,018 Australians surveyed…

After 17 years treating patients in Townsville, one of the hottest cities in Australia with an average maximum of 29 degrees, Dr Monique Flores knows more than most about skin cancer and aesthetic treatments. Here she shares with us her journey from local GP to cosmetic doctor. HOW DID YOU BEGIN YOUR CAREER IN THE AESTHETICS INDUSTRY? I’ve always been very interested in aesthetics but didn’t pursue a career in the industry until after I began working in General Practice in 2002. In my role at a suburban practice, I ended up treating a lot of patients with skin cancer and found that I really enjoyed it, so I began developing my skills and knowledge in the area. Around the same time, I decided to pursue my interest in aesthetics…

hair care We have a set skincare regimen and we should be giving the same love and affection to our hair. Like most worthy things in life, having just-walked-out-of-a-salon hair is about the prep work. Start with washing your hair with a hydrating shampoo and conditioner. Before blasting your strands with a blow dryer, apply a leave-in treatment to add moisture to the hair. Always, always apply a heat protectant before letting your precious strands get near a heat styler and finish off your look with a shine spray for that added glam factor. WE LOVE brushes A good-quality brush is as essential as shampoo and conditioner. Brushing your hair helps activate healthy blood circulation and stimulate hair growth. It also redistributes oil from the scalp to help keep the…

According to Cancer Council Australia, around two in three Australians will be diagnosed with some form of 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 one of the most confusing terms is SPF. What does this actually mean? Sunscreens are merely filters, and all of them will let some ultraviolet (UV) radiation through at varying rates – indicated by the Sun Protection Factor (SPF) rating. The level of SPF given to each sunscreen is measured using a complex equation, and refers to the amount of UV radiation required to cause sunburn with the sunscreen on, as a multiple of the amount required without the sunscreen. The protection given by a sunscreen will…

The skin you’re in is a complex, multifunctioning organ, constantly renewing and adapting to environmental assaults and hormonal changes. And that’s why it’s important to switch up your skincare routine and products as the seasons change and give it a helping hand. If your skin tends to freak out as the mercury begins to soar and humidity levels rise, there are measures you can take to keep it happy. We asked Sydney dermatologist Dr Burcu Kim (drburcukim.com) what transitional skincare really means and why it’s so important.…

SkinMTX provides clinically researched skincare formulations to offer optimal efficacy and proven results for both in-clinic treatments and home care. Made in Switzerland and Singapore, the brand has been driving innovations in aesthetic skincare for more than two decades, with clinically-proven actives that really deliver. SkinMTX is trusted by dermatologists, aesthetic doctors and medi-spas around the world – and now it’s Australia’s turn to experience this award-winning skincare range. Taking advantage of its Swiss expertise in the field of skin treatment solutions, SkinMTX uses top-of-the-range ingredients that deliver clinically-proven results. At the heart of every SkinMTX product is years of dedicated laboratory research and testing. The proprietary formulations harness the power of scientifically researched actives to help provide efficacious and visible improvements to skin problems. SkinMTX offers a complete solution…

‘ONE OF MY FAVOURITE WAYS TO ACHIEVE THE PERFECT SCULPTED LOOK IS TO BEGIN WITH A DEEPER FOUNDATION, A FEW SHADES DARKER THAN YOUR SKIN TONE, AND MAP OUT THE AREAS YOU WANT DEFINED.’ DEFINING YOUR NATURAL JAWLINE ‘The beauty about makeup is how we can master ways to define and highlight areas of our facial features,’ says go-to celebrity MUA Chantelle Baker. ‘One of my favourite ways to achieve the perfect sculpted look is to begin with a deeper foundation, a few shades darker than your skin tone, and map out the areas you want defined.’ Baker likes to use a smaller tapered brush and run the deeper shade right under the chin all the way along the jaw to the back of the ear. ‘Blending is the key…

For golden radiance the sun-smart and skin-safe way, a self-tanner is a summer staple. It can hide a myriad of skin imperfections and give you a gorgeous healthy-looking glow without the pigmentation, wrinkles and skin cancers doled out by the sun’s rays, thank you very much. The key to a perfect faux glow is having a properly prepped canvas on which to apply colour. Self-tanners work by staining the top layer of your skin, so by sloughing off dead skin cells you not only extend your tan’s life but also prevent patchy results. Use a buff, loofah or grainy body scrub to exfoliate, paying extra attention to drier areas such as elbows, knees and ankles that soak up colour more intensely. Make sure your skin is cool and dry. Moisture…

CHIVA SOM, HUAHIN, THAILAND www.chvasom.com/hua-hin One of the original holistic health and wellness retreats in Asia (a pioneering venture when it launched back in 1995), Chiva-Som has earned its sterling reputation as one of the world’s leading wellness resorts. Perched on the spectacular Gulf of Thailand, Chiva-Som is about learning to live, enjoy and appreciate every moment, and in so doing creating a personal path to health and wellness. The beachfront resort’s program brings together Western diagnostic skills and Eastern philosophies to revitalise the mind, body and spirit. You’ll start by selecting a Chiva-Som retreat that best aligns with your motivations and then your personal Health & Wellness Advisor will tailor a bespoke program that addresses all facets of the mind and body. All of the resort facilities, including the…