Innholdsfortegnelse for July 2017 i Marie Claire Australia

There’s no doubt 2017 has been the year of the feminist uprising, so who better to storm the screen this month than the ultimate embodiment of female power: Wonder Woman. As a kid growing up in the ’70s, I’d race home to watch Lynda Carter loop her “lasso of truth” around every villain on the planet in the now-classic TV series. She was the kickass superhero every nine-year-old needed, and boy did she rock those red leather boots! I now have a pre-teen daughter of my own, and I’m thrilled to be introducing her to this latest incarnation in the form of Israeli actress, and our July cover star, Gal Gadot (page 50). The 32-year-old mum-of-two is an ex-soldier who believes in the pursuit of justice, meaning she’s perfectly placed…

STYLE TIP Looking for on-trend weekend style? Cashmere in camouflage is a perfect fit.…

It’s a hectic lunchtime at the Chateau Marmont when Gal Gadot arrives, stopping briefly in the patio to embrace a friend before finding her seat. As she does, another loose acquaintance pops by to admire her Burberry ankle boots, then lingers. Gadot, 32, graciously accepts the compliment, smoothing her sweater over her Wolford black pants and leaning back with an exhale familiar to any woman who has ever been in her third trimester. (Her second daughter, Maya, was born in March, joining five-year-old sister Alma.) Her hair is pulled into a tidy ponytail, eyes lined with black liquid. The look-sharp, cosmopolitan ease is a refined contrast to the LA scene (where many adults seem to compete over who can spend the most money to dress like a child). When the…

ANNA QUAN Anna Hoang (above) is the new queen of the statement shirt. “It has to be a bit subversive,” she winks. “It might look like a regular shirt, then you see it’s got exaggerated sleeves or is cut-away in the back. I like to mess with people, to play with structured notions of what we think things should look like.” Hoang started out as a lawyer, but found it too serious for her creative soul. “I suspected my eyeballs might fall out of my head if I read another case.” Since her career switch, Hoang’s four-year-old label Anna Quan has garnered an It girl following – Kendall Jenner, Karlie Kloss and Camille Charrière have all been snapped in her shirts. KACEY/DEVLIN Kacey Devlin (on right) is about to make…

Ilana Glazer describes herself as a “fiscally responsible good girl”. So in 2011, when she quit her job selling spa packages to focus on her comedy series Broad City, she was terrified. “I was so nervous, but when I found out Amy [Poehler] was going to produce the show, I knew I was going to make it. I used my feminine superpowers to see into the future and knew,” she says Her feminine superpowers were right. Broad City is now in its fourth season and is a cult hit, and Glazer, 30, has transitioned from the small screen to the silver – starring alongside Scarlett Johansson in her first studio movie, Rough Night. Zoë Kravitz, Kate McKinnon and Jillian Bell also star in the film, which has been called “the…

MAYIM BIALIK NEUROSCIENTIST When a reporter asked how often people think she’s a genius because of her Big Bang Theory character, Bialik replied with, “I was trained in calculus. I’m a neuroscientist.” Burn. CHRIS COLFER AUTHOR Known for his role in Glee, Colfer is also the author of children’s fiction series The Land of Stories, which topped The New York Times Best Sellers List. The sixth instalment is out soon. NICK OFFERMAN WOOD WORKER Like his whisky-drinking, meateating character in Parks and Recreation, Offerman works as a carpenter in real life. His woodshop in LA specialises in coffee tables, cutting boards and canoes. JESSICA PIMENTEL SINGER The Orange Is The New Black star also fronts a death metal band called Alekhine’s Gun and is famous for her hellraising scream.…

DIONLEE Introducing menswear for the first time, Dion Lee ensured his backdrop of the Sydney Opera House was offset by a bold primary palette and modern accessories. ROMANCE WAS BORN Opulence was the directive at this season’s heady, hazy disco scene, with models spontaneously sashaying across a redmirrored runway. Among the eclectic crew was rainbow-coloured tears of glitter, a unicorn, a bride and a feminist protest. GINGER&S MART Alexandra and Genevieve Smart were unaware that one of the female sculptors referenced in their collection, Emily Floyd, would be exhibiting at the Art Gallery of New South Wales during their show at the same location. Serendipity? It seemed so. BEC& BRIDGE Entitled “Meow Meow”, this show – featuring ruffles, polka dots and higher-than-ever hemlines – was everything the Bec & Bridge…

Time for a closet clean-out? Build your everyday capsule wardrobe with this month’s shopping edit – think new-season staples made for layering, and purse-pleasing trend pieces to “add to cart” now. To shop more fashion editor favourites, visit StyledBymarieclaire.com.au.…

EXTEND YOUR ADVENTURES Families grow. The best products are designed to do the same! In just three simple moves the Bugaboo Donkey Classic+ transforms from a mono to a duo stroller. And back again. You’re all set for a littlie and a biggie – or two of the same! The accessories also extend to suit you – like the sun canopy and bassinet. It’s a beautiful thing when it all just clicks. STEP OUT IN STYLE They say classics never go out of fashion and the proof is here in the always on-point navy colourway. Also effortlessly chic is the side luggage bag – combined with the under-seat basket, you can easily carry up to 20kg. The aluminium chassis and handstitched leather-look handles complete your Sunday in the park ensemble.…

With winter now upon us, it’s time to up the ante on hydration. For deep impact, opt for an oil – they mimic the skin’s natural structure, cut through grease and are naturally high in antioxidants. Plus they’ll help your make-up glide on. Well oiled, indeed.…

ROGUE TRADING The trend: A delicious red isn’t just the perfect accompaniment to any meal – this season it extends to your nails, too. On the spring/summer 2017 runways, nail artists at Kate Spade and Monique Lhuillier traded classic candy-apple reds for deeper, ox blood-esque shades. Top tip: There’s something edgy about this wintry red, and according to Jin Soon Choi, founder of JINsoon Nail Lacquer and Gigi Hadid and Karlie Kloss’s manicurist, it’s a “timeless colour that transcends trends”. Be sure to keep nails glossy and chip-free. CRAYOLA COLOURS The trend: If neutrals aren’t your thing, perk up your winter wardrobe with one of these hot-right-now shades. Top tip: Nail prep is essential with these punchy hues; that means smoothing your nail edges, applying a base coat (to prevent…

IT’S A THING! PRESSED SERUMS These spongy formulas combine the potency of a serum with the comfort of a cream, and melt upon application for rapid absorption. Use alone as a two-steps-in-one option or double up on the dewiness and layer over your regular serum, then apply moisturiser. Blithe Pressed Serum in Crystal Iceplant (1), $60. Algenist Power Recharging Night Pressed Serum (2), $171. MC LOVES THE BRIGHT STUFF The L’Oréal Paris Colorista collection offers a range of Instagram-ready hair colour options, from temporary sprays and wash-out formulas to permanent shades and ombre effects, from $14.95. NAILED IT! Take a trip to La La Land with O.P.I’s California Dreaming nail colours, including Barking Up The Wrong Sequoia, ($19.95, pictured). C’EST LA VIE Dior’s Hydra Life skincare collection fuses minimalist effective)…

The idea of having a role model is really important. My mother was an incredible one and she taught me the importance of being a good mother. She told me: “You only have one chance to be a good mother. Try your hardest.” That’s something I strive for, particularly when I’m juggling work and family. I try to instil discipline but fun [with my sons]. It’s important to always be honest with your children. My grandmother [Estée Lauder] was an incredible businesswoman – she taught me the importance of passion, style, hard work, family and all things beautiful. Between [my mother and grandmother], I feel lucky to have such amazing role models. I keep my beauty simple and my look very natural with a few essentials and some seasonal on-trend…

LOVE YOUR HEART In a study by the University of Connecticut, participants who consumed up to three eggs per day found their diastolic blood pressure decreased and also had lower levels of “bad” (LDL) cholesterol than the participants who consumed no eggs. DRINKING COMPANION Water, smoothies, kombucha: the ALEX bottle does it all. Easily cleaned thanks to technology we won’t bore you with, the bottle splits in two and you can mix ’n’ match the halves to create your own colourway. From approx $40, visit alexbottle.com. 2 M I N U T E S W I T H . . . SERENA WILLIAMS Tennis champ and Berlei ambassador How do you maintain your focus having played tennis for 32 years? I love my job. I love stepping out on the…

It’s cold, you’ve already pressed the snooze button on your alarm three times, you’ve worked late for the last two weeks and the thought of dragging yourself to work is unbearable. You phone the office to say you’re sick and spend the day zoned out on the couch. Sound familiar? If you’ve ever felt guilty about taking a sickie as a mental health day, don’t. When you need a break from the demands of your job, a sanctioned day off can make all the difference, according to HR leadership specialist, Karen Gately. “Improved productivity is more likely when people are mentally healthy,” says Gately. “One in five Australians experience mental health issues. When mental health days are employer endorsed, they provide a legitimate avenue through which people can take time…

GRIDLOCKED Remember the good ol’ days when peak hour was only 60 minutes, rather than a never-ending misery? Probably not, because you’d have to be thinking back to 1955. Back then, there were 2.1 million vehicles on the road in Australia. By 2016, that number had grown to 18 million – the equivalent of 75 per cent of the population owning one car each. CHEAP AS CHIPS As new car prices continue to drop, the race is on to manufacture budget vehicles for the masses. Globally, there are some serious bargains to be had. CHINA Jiangnan TT $2990 INDIA Tata Nano $4022 AUSTRALIA Mitsubishi Mirage $12,250 ROADTRIPPIN. C A R : Peugeot 2008 RO U T E: Picton, NSW R E V I E W: Picton is not one of…

When 17-year-old Kim Basinger walked on to her high school stage to compete in the Junior Miss Pageant, her peers were taken aback. She was the shyest pupil in the year – a girl so withdrawn her parents once tested her for autism. But surprise turned to silence as Basinger gave a pitch-perfect rendition of “Wouldn’t It Be Loverly” from My Fair Lady. “You could hear a pin drop, because they didn’t know I could talk much less sing,” Basinger later said. “I didn’t care about winning, I only cared about not fainting.” Despite her misgivings, she won the pageant and within a year had signed with the Ford Modeling Agency (now Ford Models) in New York, setting in motion a career that has lasted four decades. Now 63, Basinger…

STYLE TIP To work these sweet hues into your 9-to-5 wardrobe, opt for simple silhouettes.…

1. New to Stylebop.com, Chloe Gosselin shoes are the perfect blend of Italian craftsmanship and Parisian chic. 2. Sculptural and 2D all at once, Céline presents an arty take on the classic hoop for all to covet. 3.This decorative look from No.21’s pre-fall 2017 collection is so pretty we feel like dancing too! 4. Louis in lace – who could resist? 5. Dinosaur Designs’ Louise Olsen steps out with a namesake jewellery collection. Let the cult-following begin.…

“WE MET IN KINDY” Alyce, 31, who works in the disability industry, and Paul, 31, who installs air conditioners, met on their first day of kindergarten. The childhood sweethearts are now married with a baby boy. When she was four, Alyce was the best in her kindergarten class at drawing raindrops. “I remember the teacher called me up to the front of the classroom to make an example of my raindrops,” recalls Alyce. The artistic display didn’t go unnoticed by her classmate Paul. “I knew I had to marry her from that moment,” he jokes. In truth, it would be another 11 years before Paul and Alyce hit it off at a high school party. From then, they would meet in a park after school and on the weekend. “Kicking…

1. THINK BLING Gold is back in style with premium brands Chanel, Hèrmes, YSL, Dior and Gucci and we’re buying as much as we can get our hands on! Chanel Cuff RRP $995 each. Visit theupstyler.com. 2. LOVE LUSH LIPS? Casual Fridays just got a whole lot sexier with the incredibly addictive, high fashion statement shades of Miss Jean Lipstick. Creamy, silky and luxe in comfort and texture, take your pick from matt, metallic or shimmer for an instant, long-lasting, rich colour payoff. Never be afraid to show your true colours. RRP $38.00. Visit napoleonperdis.com 3. NATURAL MOISTURE With a light feel that absorbs in seconds, AVEENO® Active Naturals® keeps skin beautifully soft and silky. The exclusive Oat Formula helps to seal in moisture all day for healthier-looking skin. RRP…

HER BEGINNING Growing up amid the Arab-Israeli conflict, Princess Haya of Jordan has witnessed the Middle East at its most turbulent. Now 43, she believes the world is actually in a much worse state today. “Hunger and poverty have spiralled out of control,” the UN Messenger of Peace says. HER WORK As the chair of Dubai’s International Humanitarian City, the world’s largest centre for the delivery of aid, Princess Haya supplies food and water to those affected by global conflict and natural disasters. “I’ve seen people who are starving to death. It’s horrible,” she says. “It’s shocking that in this day and age – in a ‘civilised’ society – the world is still facing this problem.” THE FUTURE While she’s proud of her humanitarian work, that doesn’t make dealing with…

Chris Evans and Jenny Slate dated for about eight months in 2016 before splitting “amicably”. Now they play lovers in Gifted (out now), about an uncle (Evans) raising his child prodigy niece. Here are our other favourite on-screen co-stars, off-screen exes. CAMERON DIAZ + JUSTIN TIMBERLAKE They were together for almost four years, breaking up in 2007, but Diaz insists she and Timberlake “had a great time” filming Bad Teacher in 2010. DREW BARRYMORE + DAVID ARQUETTE The pair dated in 1991 before playing siblings in Never Been Kissed eight years later. Arquette describes his old flame as the “sweetest person in Hollywood”. COLIN FIRTH + JENNIFER EHLE The duo were an item while filming 1995’s Pride and Prejudice. Fifteen years later, by then both married to other people, they…

StyledBy marie claire is searching for Australia’s most talented up-and-coming stylist. You could WIN a fabulously fashionable Fiat® 500 Lounge for six months, $1000 cash, and also be invited to feature across marie claire’s platforms as a member of our fashion influencer network. HOW TO ENTER 1 Take a photo of yourself or a friend, in a look you’ve created that showcases your styling talent. 2 Post the photo on Instagram with the hashtag #marieclairefiatstylist and tag @marieclaireau. Or, email it to marieclairecompetitions@ pacificmags.com.au along with your name and contact details. 3 Visit StyledBymarieclaire.com.au on July 11 to find out if you’ve been selected by our expert panel of judges as one of our top 10 semifinalists. VISIT STYLEDBYMARIECLAIRE.COM.AU FOR MORE Visit marieclaire.com.au for full terms and conditions. Competition call…

MAJOR KEY If anyone does a brooch worth investing in, it’s Chanel. Available in store alongside the Métiers d’Art collection, there’s no easier way to infuse Parisian chic into your look. NEW REIGN In Francesco Risso’s inaugural collection for Marni after the departure of Consuelo Castiglioni, we’re offered maxed-out prints in bold silhouettes, with something to love in every layer. EARTHLY DELIGHTS Deftly laid, creatively cut gems are set amongst glistening diamonds in this necklace-cum-wearable art piece by Italian jewellery house Bulgari. Couture in colour – count us in. CELEBRATING DIOR In a nostalgic homage, Christian Dior’s childhood home in Normandy plays host to Christian Dior & Granville: The Source of the Legend until September 24. Can’t make it to France? Don’t fret: 2017 marks the brand’s 70th anniversary and…

MUST-HAVE Be a part of the feminist fashion revolution – our T-shirt collab with camilla & marc is available at StyledBymarieclaire. com.au. STYLE TIP Buttoned up, a slim-fit denim jacket can double as a shirt for winter. STYLE TIP Adopt flannel – you won’t regret it. Mix it in with feminine details, like a frill.…

SPORTS MAX Amp up your athletic aesthetic with primary colours, bold stripes and the hero piece – a statement puffa jacket GONE GIRLIE Barely there pastels sit perfectly alongside a palette of sandy neutrals and touches of denim…

TREND TIP BLEND COLOUR OUT AT THE ENDS FOR A SMOKEY WINGED EFFECT STEP 1 The key to a good smokey eye is to build the colour in stages. Pick from one of four shades of Revlon ColorStay 2 IN 1 Angled KajalTM eyeliner, then use the flat side to draw a thick line along the entire upper lashline, from the outer to the inner corner. STEP 2 Flip the pencil over and use the angled brush to smudge the soft kajal texture up and over the entire eyelid. STEP 3 Repeat the above, adding more colour and blending until you get your desired level of smokiness. STEP 4 Trace the precision point tip of the pencil along the lower waterline (don’t worry, the formula is both gentle and waterproof).…

For 15 years, Anna* had struggled to fall pregnant. She desperately wanted a baby that was genetically her own and was willing to try anything – even an experimental treatment – to make it happen. On January 5 this year in Kiev, Ukraine, it did. The 34-year-old gave birth to a baby girl that shared her and her husband’s genes, and the DNA of a third person. Scientists reconstructed her baby’s embryo using a procedure called Pronuclear Transfer (PNT), where they took a fertilised egg made through IVF and transferred the nucleus (which contains most of the baby’s genetic material) into the mitochondria (the remaining stuff ) of a donated egg. Technically speaking, Anna’s baby has three parents. It’s been 39 years since Louise Brown, the first test-tube baby, was…

YOUR GET-REAL GUIDE TO CAREER & FINANCIAL SUCCESS If you think networking is simply about schmoozing at events and meeting people in your industry, think again – successful networking is an art form. “To build an effective network you must be clear on what your goals and aspirations are, how others can help you achieve them and how you can help them in return. You need to understand your values, and identify your strengths and weaknesses,” says Janine Garner, author of It’s Who You Know (Wiley, $27.95). “To network successfully you must be surrounded by people who will challenge your thinking and hold you accountable for your decisions.” Garner believes you need 12 key people in your network to reach your career goals. “We gravitate to people who are the…

1. John Frieda Sheer Blonde Colour Renew Tone-Correcting Shampoo and Conditioner, 250ml, $17.99* each. We love: Colour-correcting technology for salon-fresh hair. You love: Suitable for use on coloured or highlighted blondes. 2. Estée Lauder Bronze Goddess Eau Fraîche Skinscent, 50ml, $95*. We love: Capturing the essence of summer with luxurious and intoxicating ingredients. You love: The juicy mandarin, Sicilian Bergamot, amber and lemon blend. Heaven. 3. Bioré Baking Soda Cleansing Scrub, 125g, $10.99. We love: The powder scrub activates with water to deep clean pores and leave your skin visibly smoother in just one week! You love: Gentle exfoliation that naturally dissolves – so you never over-scrub. 4. Palmer’s Cocoa Butter Formula Moisture Rich Night Cream, 15g, $2.99*. We love: The added goodness of peptides protects cell structure, making this…

NOTE Saganaki refers to a traditional Greek skillet, used to grill cheeses such as kefalograviera – available in delis and select supermarkets – or haloumi. FENNEL AND POTATO GRATIN WITH GOAT’S CHEESE SERVES 4 4 large white potatoesh 1 large bulb fennel 300ml pouring cream 2 tsps wholegrain mustard 2 cloves garlic, crushed 2 tsps thyme leaves, roughly chopped 20g butter or 1 tbsp olive oil 150g goat’s cheese 50g gruyere (or cheddar cheese), coarsely grated 1. Cut potatoes into slices about 5mm thick. Place in a large saucepan of salted water, bring to the boil and simmer gently for about 10 minutes, or until potatoes are just tender but not falling apart. Drain well. 2. Meanwhile, cut fennel in half, remove tough core and slice into 5mm slices. Cook…

THIS MONTH, PRIORITISE… If you’re going to spend anything this month, make sure it’s quality time with loved ones. CANCER POWER DATES: JULY 1 2 & 1 9 J U N E 2 2 – J U L Y 2 2 Af f i r m a t i o n f o r t h e m o n t h : I W I L L F O C U S O N M Y LOV E L I F July is the perfect time for networking, updating your appearance, or, if attached, making things more serious. Thank fiery Mars, who’s happy to fan romantic flames – so singles should strike while the iron is hot. While Cancerians often have a give-and-take attitude towards relationships, this month finds…

STYLE TIP Envelop yourself in sumptuous brocade to nail this 1940s-inspired directive.…

AUDREY HEPBURN 1965 The gamine star was almost 40 when Kirkland shot her on the set of How to Steal a Million, yet he said it felt like he was the first person to ever work with her. “She had energy, she had joy, she totally worked with the camera.” RAQUEL WELCH 1969 “When her 10-year-old son wandered into the room where we were shooting nudes for Look magazine, she exclaimed, ‘Damon, can’t you see Mother’s working!’” Kirkland recalls. MARILYN MONROE 1961 (above and left) “I got a call to come to Hollywood to photograph Marilyn Monroe, who was the greatest superstar of the time. I found her to be a kaleidoscope of personalities, and you never knew which one you would meet. I believe she sometimes got more pleasure…

Pelham, North Carolina, could be the poster town for America’s forgotten poor. It’s small and rural with a population of around 4000 – two-thirds white and one-third black and Hispanic. Its central business district consists of one church, a community centre and a car junkyard, and the county has an unemployment rate of 5.8 per cent (beating the national average of 5.2). The struggling community hit the spotlight last year when it was announced as the venue for the Ku Klux Klan Donald Trump Victory Parade – a celebration of race hate that supporters felt was ushered in by the new administration. The Ku Klux Klan (KKK) – America’s undisputed symbol of racism, fear and hatred – announced the parade on one of its local websites immediately after Donald Trump’s…

THE BRIGHT HOUR by Nina Riggs (Text, $29.99) At 38, Riggs was diagnosed with terminal breast cancer. The mother of two finished writing her deeply moving (and often funny) memoir before she passed away in February this year. Out June 19 RICH PEOPLE PROBLEMS by Kevin Kwan (Penguin Random House, $29.99) When your private plane is forced to land before you’ve finished drinking your Dom Pérignon, you have “rich people problems”. An outrageous novel by the bestselling author of Crazy Rich Asians. Out now PARTY GIRLS DIE IN PEARLS by Plum Sykes (Bloomsbury, $27.99) Described as “Agatha Christie meets Clueless”, this wickedly funny murder mystery is the first novel in the An Oxford Girl Mystery series. Out now WHY I’M NO LONGER TALKING TO WHITE PEOPLE ABOUT RACE by Reni…

1. STYLE HAIR SAFELY The Dyson Supersonic hair dryer won’t subject your hair to excessive temperatures, which protects hair’s natural shine. The Dyson digital motor is fast, light, small and placed in the handle engineered for balance. RRP $599. 2. ANTI-AGEING POWERHOUSE Nerium International’s multifunction age-defying Eye Serum addresses all the signs of ageing around the eye area to keep you looking fresh. Powered by Nerium’s proprietary SIG-1191™ molecule, the serum provides both immediate and long-term benefits to target puffiness and wrinkles to reveal smoother, healthier-looking skin around the eye. RRP $135. Visit nerium.com. 3. CALTRATE BONE & MUSCLE HEALTH It’s important to keep our bones strong and healthy. Caltrate Bone & Muscle Health combines calcium to support bone strength, minerals to support bone flexibility, plus vitamin D to support…

Takashi Murakami’s cartoon flowers, Yayoi Kusama’s polka dots, Stephen Sprouse’s neon scribbles – many acclaimed artists have made their mark on Louis Vuitton bags over the years. Now you can add Jeff Koons to that list. Koons, known for his large-scale re-imaginings of banal objects like balloon animals (in 2013, one of his Balloon Dog sculptures sold for $78.9 million), has translated his Gazing Ball series – handpainted reproductions of works by art’s greatest masters – onto a range of accessories. Artworks by Peter Paul Rubens, Leonardo da Vinci, Jean-Honoré Fragonard, Titian and Vincent van Gogh adorn some of Louis Vuitton’s bestselling bag styles, each emblazoned with the original artist’s name in bold lettering. “We chose five paintings we felt fully communicate the project – landscapes, Baroque scenes, intimate paintings…

JANA POKORNY FASHION DIRECTOR PUGLIA, ITALY Though I have visited many corners of Italy (it’s my favourite place to holiday) make it to the heel of the boot. wait to dine my way around this city sea. Ita liday) I’m yet ot. I can’t wa ity by the sea aly t to ait a. STYLE TIP There’s nothing quite like a gold flat to take a casual vacation look to the next level. MONICA RUSSELL MARKET EDITOR NEW YORK I recently returned from my first visit and now I’m obsessed. I loved getting lost in this giant, vibrant city. BREE MCDONALD FASHION & NEWS EDITOR BHUTAN It’s a country that monitors its gross national happiness – I mean, come on! Not the place to get to but I am determined…

Liquid jojoba contains all the essential nutrients and vitamins your skin cells need to regenerate and rejuvenate. It also happens to mimic the skin’s natural oils, which means your skin allows it to penetrate deeper under the surface, where this cell regeneration takes place. From here jojoba can replenish your skin’s natural resources, helping to nourish and restore damaged skin cells, to leave you with beautiful, problem-free, firmer looking skin. Jojoba is also antibacterial, antiviral, antiinflammatory, hypoallergenic and suitable for all skin types. So whatever your skin type and whatever your skincare needs, The Jojoba Company can help you get the skin you’ve always wanted. Available at leading pharmacies, health food stores and online at thejojobacompany.com.au HOW JOJOBA HELPS YOUR SKIN... The liquid plant extract with a whole host of…

THE FACE SAVER Payot The Supreme Facial This French-inspired (and blissful) 42-step massage facial targets wrinkles, dullness and pigmentation with gentle beaded exfoliation, a silver pigment mask and a plethora of super serums that leave your skin looking like you’ve just got back from holidays. 75 minutes, from $275, 1300 367 969 THE BODY BALANCER Sodashi Oud Renewal Therapy This impossibly luxurious treatment is designed to calm and soothe the nervous system using aromatic Arabian Oud oil, which is said to aid in easing muscle tension and detoxification. Our highlights: the face, spine and arch massage. 90 minutes, from $240, CHI The Spa at Shangri-La, 02-9250 6032 THE TOP -TO-TOE CURE SpaQ Skin Rescue Literally every square inch is attended to here, from a hydrating hair treatment to a circulation-boosting…

To help support bone and muscle strength, as well as bone flexibility, you may want to consider taking Caltrate if you are not getting enough calcium, vitamin D or other minerals in your diet. CALTRATE BONE & MUSCLE HEALTH Caltrate BONE & MUSCLE HEALTH contains calcium and vitamin D to help optimise calcium absorption. Plus it contains additional minerals that are important for collagen formation to support bone strength and flexibility. CALTRATE BONE HEALTH Did you know menopausal women may need a higher daily dose of calcium? Caltrate Bone Health is suitable for women 50 years and older. When taken twice daily it provides a higher daily dose of calcium1 and high levels of vitamin D to meet your daily needs. 1Compared with Caltrate Bone & Muscle Health. Always read…

BEAUTYcrew, Australia’s number one online beauty destination, is happy to introduce you to the REVIEWcrew© – a group of the most trusted advisors, made up of beauty addicts just like you. RADIANT, HEALTHY looking skin is always on trend. Our panel put Lancôme Advanced Génifique Yeux Light Pearl and Lancôme Génifique Youth Activating Concentrate to the test to reduce the appearance of fine lines and dark circles. Here’s what they had to say. “The application wand is fantastic at massaging in the serum, and adds another level of cooling comfort.” FREYA P. BEAUTYCREW.COM.AU oling t.” U REVIEWER “Possibly the best eye product I’ve ever used.” MERRILL B BEAUTYCREW.COM.AU REVIEWER “What I love about it is that it has a brightening effect so it boosts radiance, plus it plumps fine lines…

Buying a home on your own can be challenging, but a change of strategy could easily get you over the line. High property prices are making it tough for singles to save a decent deposit. However, it’s not just about the down payment. Solo buyers need to comfortably manage their loan repayments. The financial challenge has also seen single women significantly less likely to buy a home than men. That’s not to say it can’t be done. Over the past two years, more than one in three of ME’s home loan applications have been taken out by singles. The key is to explore every option. Buying as an investor opens up affordable suburbs you may not have considered, with the chance to earn rental income and enjoy generous tax breaks.…

The season of fluffy blankets, comfort food and all-day pyjamas is upon us. Keep it chic with feel-good textures and warm, glowing tones. We’re loving Città’s winter collection of natural oak furniture and ceramics, best showcased against a roaring fireplace.…