May - July 2018

CosBeauty Magazine

Your lifestyle, health and beauty guide!

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Beauty Insider
Having long been banished to the pit of unwearable colours, it seems yellow is having an unlikely makeup moment. And while we certainly had our reservations at first, I, Tonya star Margot Robbie has settled our neon-coated nerves. Appearing at the Lo
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The Rise of the Celebrity Beauty Brand
It’s the era of the slashies – a generation defined not by a single job title, but by the collection of skills they use to generate an income. While this term is typically associated with up and coming blogger/content creator/influencer types, it is
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From the EDITOR
Beauty is in the eye of the beholder’ must be one of the most frequently quoted sayings whenever the question of defining beauty is raised. In reality, beauty has many definitions. Edgar Allan Poe1 and Karl Lagerfeld found there is no beauty without
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Under The Influence
Social media influencers ‘draw more attention than Prince Charles’ was the Sydney Morning Herald’s analysis of the opening ceremony of this year’s Commonwealth Games. And while the idea of a ‘pouting social media princess supposedly “outrank[ing]” a
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Share the Dignity
The story of a girl my daughter’s age that reminded me why I started Share the Dignity It’s been three years since I first read the article published by Mamamia talking about the 44,000 homeless women that were having to go without a bed to sleep in
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Welcome To The Beauty Bank
You’ve dropped produce to the foodbank, spare change in the bucket and preloved clothes to the relevant charitable organisation. But have you ever considered giving away your unwanted beauty products? For many of us, there’s a stark disconnect betwee
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Millennials On A Mission
They’ve been dubbed the ‘snowflake generation’, but there’s more to millennials than society gives them credit for. Born between 1980 and 2000, millennials link their identities to brands that are committed to ethical and fair consumer practices in a
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SKIN NO NOs
The skin is the largest organ of the body. It is also the only organ that is constantly in contact with both the internal environment of the body and the external environment with all its aggressors, solar damage and pollutants. Our skin is able to d
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Lips
Fashions change over time, and every decade since the beginning of the last century has had its own distinct look - defined by clothes, hair, makeup and even favoured facial features. There have been numerous studies on the influence of lips on our c
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Traditional Boho Glamour
Combining a flawless base with dusty pink hues and an iridescent glow is the essence of classical bridal beauty. It relies on subtly shaded contours, rose kissed lips and cheeks, and matte neutral or delicate champagne coated eyes. The traditional br
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IS YOUR PHONE GIVING YOU wrinkles?
In recent years, our beloved digital devices have been credited with limiting our attention spans, raising our anxiety levels and, perhaps worst of all, ruining our beauty sleep. But since this hasn’t been enough to send us into a prolonged state of
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MORE THAN JUST Fine Lines
Unfortunately, our hand-held friends can mess with our complexions in more ways than one. If you suffer from breakouts or contact dermatitis, your phone could be to blame. Our phones have become our technological shadows, coming with us everywhere we
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Seasonal Lip Shades
1. Elizabeth Arden Plush Up Lip Gelato in Plum Perfect, $42. Give your lips what they’ve been craving with Elizabeth Arden’s Plush Up Lip Gelato. This creamy gel formulation leaves the lips with a sheer, shiny touch of colour and dreamy gelato taste.
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What’s Your Type?
While most skincare products and advice are focused on fixing or controlling ongoing complexion concerns, ‘normal’ is the most widely used term for well balanced skin, where sebum and moisture are at their optimum levels and the skin is neither too o
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Banish THE BLEMISH
Skin discolouration issues have seen a wide range of treatment methods over the years. But few have produced as impressive results as cosmelan, a depigmentation product from Europe that is available in Australia. cosmelan is a one-time, professional
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Get RED CARPET READY On Your Lunchbreak
Whether you’re preparing for a big event, holiday or just everyday life, glowing skin is always in vogue. The issue? Well, with such an array of products and procedures on offer, transforming a troubled complexion into clear, radiant looking skin can
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SOCIAL MEDIA & THE RISE OF THE ‘perfect’ breasts
Social media is a pervasively persuasive tool, and the more we are swamped with stylised images of celebrities and influencers on Instagram and Snapchat, sadly the more we want to replicate the enhanced, retouched images that are passed off as realit
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THE COMPLETE GUIDE TO Breast AUGMENTATION
Breast augmentation, implants, boob jobs… whatever your preferred nomenclature, breast enlargement surgery is more popular than ever and continues to be the number one cosmetic surgery. For many women, whether they are naturally small chested or thei
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Ahead Of The Curve
Cosmetic surgery is a very personal journey and everyone’s needs are different. Cosmetic breast surgery is perhaps the best example of this, and can involve augmentation with implants, tissue reduction or a lift (mastopexy). “The overall aim of breas
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Try Before You Buy Cosmetic Enhancement
Since the announcement of her engagement to Prince Harry, Meghan Markle has become a major source of inspiration in the fashion and beauty worlds. But while the Suits star’s style was expected to become the envy of many, her nose has gained a followi
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Is Non-surgical Rhinoplasty Right For You?
The nose is the central feature of the face and changing its size or shape can truly transform a person’s appearance, enhancing facial harmony and self-confidence. Rhinoplasty is traditionally surgery to reduce or increase the size of the nose, chang
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Pure Aesthetics
Dr Steve Merten of Pure Aesthetics in Sydney is no stranger to 3D simulation software. As an Australian-trained specialist plastic surgeon with over 20 years experience, he is a recognised leader in the field of cosmetic plastic surgery and has been
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A Catalyst For Change
Everyone has the right to feel great about the skin they live in, but unfortunately many of us aren’t quite there yet. And with seemingly unmovable fat deposits resisting our every effort, it can be difficult to maintain the motivation needed to eat
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What Are Dermal Fillers?
Dermal fillers are gel-like substances injected into the skin to plump out wrinkles and depressions on the face. They are also used to augment areas of the face, such as the cheeks and lips, where extra volume is needed. More permanent fillers can be
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The Stats Report
The American Society of Plastic Surgeons’ (ASPS) annual report has revealed that surgical and non-surgical cosmetic procedures are increasing in popularity, with 17.5 million procedures being performed in the US in 2017. This represents a two per cen
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Take Control
Urinary incontinence is defined by the International Continence Society (ICS) as an involuntary loss of urine that is objectively shown as a social and hygienic problem. Stress, urge and mixed (stress and urge incontinence combined) incontinence acco
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Black Market Cosmetic Drugs Seized In Back-alley Clinics
Illegal and potentially deadly substances, including dermal fillers, topical anaesthetics, human placenta extracts and medical-strength peels made in China and Japan, have been uncovered in raids on cosmetic clinics across Sydney. The ABC has obtaine
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REBOOT Your Health
Billed as the ‘ultimate health retreat’ on its website, Living Valley is a retreat in the true sense of the word. Set amongst 145 acres of lush green hills, valleys and pristine countryside in the UNESCO listed Noosa Biosphere Reserve, it is only 30
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California DREAMING
In February this year, Xiao Li’s innovative and playful designs took over the DiscoveryLAB in London’s Soho district as part of the city’s fashion week. While the China-born, UK-based designer’s work is often seen as a reaction against the world of f
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The Ketogenic Diet
The ketogenic diet is well known for being a low carbohydrate diet, where the body produces ketones in the liver to be used as energy. It’s referred to by many different names – ketogenic diet, low carb diet, low carb high fat (LCHF), etc. It is impo
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A Year Of Global Festivals To Add To Your Bucket List
There’s no better way to understand a country than to take part in a festival that proudly celebrates its individuality. Witness some of the most colourful, exuberant and unique celebrations from across the globe – from the lederhosen-adorned Oktober
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Eds FAVES
L’Occitane Aqua Réotier Thirst Quenching Crème, $56 instantly recharges skin with moisture leaving it replenished, radiant and plumped. Its velvety, light texture combines the refreshing thirst-quenching benefits of a gel with the softening and smoot

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