@emme_davi #greenscreen #plasticsurgery #iwantit #womenover40 #christinaaguilera #lindaylohan ♬ original sound – emme_davi

This sentiment has swept the internet at the tail end of 2024 as we have been collectively bewildered by the revitalised appearances of several women who were last Very Famous in their twenties and early thirties. A carousel of celebrities from millennial childhoods has emerged looking polished, chiselled and, allegedly, “ageing in reverse.”

What Has Lindsay Lohan Had Done To Her Face?

Lindsay Lohan is the most captivating and heartwarming transformation among them. An image of her at the Our Little Secret premiere in Paris on November 18th, 2024 has gone viral and is being “before and aftered” against images of LiLo from her 200 7 court appearance era. In these older images, Lohan often looks like she’s wearing last night’s makeup; her skin is dehydrated, and the roots of her naughties bleached blonde hair are showing.

In the “after”, she’s been skillfully contoured, her hair extensions coiffed, her false lashes affixed. And, as a new mum, she’s allegedly living a much quieter existence.

Her admirers are cheering her Hollywood comeback, which has been conflated with her fresh appearance. The decade-defining party girl has raised like Lazarus from Hollywood exile — cheeks sculpted, complexion glowing, hair and makeup perfectly in place. She’s the new wholesome face of Netflix Christmas, and while Our Little Secret is a movie that probably won’t win her an Oscar, it has put her back on the public radar.

But beneath our happiness for Lohan is the anxiety expressed in Emme Davi’s video. How has she done it and how can we do it? In Demi Moore’s The Substance, an ageing actress drinks a radioactive-looking potion that allows her to live as a youthful version of herself. We seem to have taken no lessons from the movie and instead are obsessed with how we can get our hands on whatever they are having.

TikTok is full of users speculating about “whatever Lindsay Lohan has done to her face”, including suggesting fat transplants, endoscopic facelifts, lip flips, and Sculptra. However, some experts feel these videos are as misleading as Paris Hilton suggesting she’s followed a ten-step skincare routine since she was ten years old and that a needle has never touched her complexion which looks about the same as it did when she was living The Simple Life ten years ago.

“The media like to overstate the amount of work celebs have done because that type of content is rewarded with clicks and attention,” says Dr Naomi McCullum, a cosmetic practitioner and founder and owner of the Manse Clinics. “these buzzwords that media cling to like buccal fat, deep plane facelifts, naming energy based devices — they make treatments sound mythical and go viral on TikTok but there’s no magic in our industry.”

Lohan herself has downplayed any cosmetic procedures in an interview with Allure titled “Lindsay Lohan Thinks It’s Funny The Internet Thinks She’s Ageing In Reverse.”

She credited her appearance to noninvasive laser treatments, radiofrequency devices like the Morpheus 8 and $40 French pharmacy skincare. She said she had “tried” injectables but hadn’t enjoyed them. Her remarks were met with a silent global eye roll.

I am among the members of the media not satisfied with the idea that Lindsay Lohan has made some lifestyle changes and found a solid, affordable skincare routine. I point stubbornly to her before and afters, she looks so different.

@drjb.aesthetics Lindsay Lohan through the years #lindsaylohan #lindsaylohanedit #celebrityface ♬ original sound – Dr Jonny

McCullum concedes that Lohan has possibly had a blepharoplasty– a surgical procedure that removes excess skin from the upper eyelids, giving the eyes a more ‘open’ appearance – some well-placed injectables and plenty of skin treatments.

But McCullum reminds me that our preference for injectables has shifted dramatically over the last few years. Advancements in the last two decades included the discovery that ageing causes volume loss, as well as wrinkles. Practitioners responded to this with injectables, some over-enthusiastically and many celebrities started looking puffy and overfilled. Now, they’ve pared back. Celebrities are looking better because they’re doing less and looking more like themselves.

The reality of why Lindsay Lohan looks the way she does is both less exciting and, sadly, less attainable. McCullum says someone with Lohan’s skin and facial structure would probably benefit from a combination of energy-based skin treatments and a combination of minimal, well-placed injectables. These kinds of treatment plans are more complex, require more maintenance and, over time, are more expensive than loads of injectables or a facelift. As with “quiet luxury”, an approach to dressing that requires people to spend thousands of dollars to look like they’ve made no effort at all, minimally invasive cosmetic treatments require greater time commitment and greater investment.

This is the final component. Believing how celebrities look is the result of remarkable cosmetic innovations allows us to believe we can bridge a gap that has existed for time immemorial: aesthetic privilege. Very simply, most celebrities are born hot. From Christina Aguilera to Lindsay Lohan and Demi Moore, celebrities are usually unusually beautiful by whatever Eurocentric beauty deals of the day are en vogue and rewarded for that by being picked for the Disney channel as children and cast as the pretty teen queen or Hollywood femme fatal in blockbusters.

Before they are photoshopped, stage-lit, or cosmetically perfected, they are more “beautiful” than the average person on their best day. “When treating beautiful faces, often the objective is not to make them worse,” says McCullum. What we perceive as magic is often just genetics plus small tweaks. It’s comforting to believe that we can buy it.

Why Do We Want To Believe Lindsay Lohan Has Had Work Done?

There’s also the reality that we don’t want to see images of celebrities that might suggest they haven’t had as much work, or as effective work, as we’re insistent on saying they have. “People take it very personally,” McCullum explains describing the way we engage with celebrity faces on social media. “We see a wrinkle on a favourite familiar face, and we immediately flick away.” This is a dramatic shift in what we want to see when we look at celebrities. Where previous generations gleefully consumed unretouched paparazzi shots of A-listers with cellulite or sagging skin, today’s audiences want the reassurance that youth and beauty can be maintained forever, if we are committed enough or have enough money.

What started as TikTok creators making surgical expose videos has filtered into mainstream media. McCullum points to a video shared by an injector on Instagram. It’s a clip of a red carpet interview with Demi Moore shared by Page Six. In the video her skin is Bratz-doll smooth and her eyes are neon green, a beauty filter has clearly been applied. The injector cuts to the same footage without the filter that shows Moore with fine lines and natural skin texture. An exceptionally beautiful human woman that apparently nobody wants to look at.

Why would a publication that would have profited ten years ago off unflattering images of Moore go to the effort of touching her up? McCullum creates her own social content and says that users find images of older people “triggering.” “People can’t cope with seeing real faces that have aged. I’ve posted real pics of celebrity faces and it’s very triggering for some people. Maybe they see their mortality in the real pictures and would rather see fantasy.”

So, we’re erasing fine lines from the internet, performing digital surgeries and telling ourselves they are real.

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The evening started in the expansive courtyard amongst Swift Manor’s grounds. Champagne flutes, filled with Ruinart, clinked as a string quartet played into the warm evening air.

Amongst the 80 guests were ELLE favourites such as Felix Mallard, Sam Corlett, Alycia Debnam-Carey, Miah Madden, Emma McKeon, Cody Simpson, Lincoln Younes, Victoria Lee and Josh Heuston who all enjoyed an evening of over the top glamour that will go down as one of ELLE’s favourite events of the year.

An exquisite sit-down dinner followed where guests were immersed in a gallery of exceptional Dior pieces, which were displayed on gilded plinths. Flown in especially from France, there was a bespoke art piece by Jean-Michel Othoniel for J’adore and the Miss Dior Couture Trunk by Eva Jospin.

The Manor’s grand ballroom was reimagined into a Dior wonderland where the elegant long tables were weighted with stunning peonies and roses and bathed in seductive candlelight. A bespoke dance performance was unveiled as guests dined, followed by a surprise performance on the heritage organ at the top of the ballroom, and an unforgettable performance by local talent Ashli.

To end the evening, guests were invited to unwind in the Dior boudoir for desserts, cocktails and dancing. Walking down winding pathways, guests were welcomed into the boudoir with a tower of desserts in chrome coupes, and a DJ set by Carla Martinez. Definitely a night to remember.

All photography: Ryan Cullen for Christian Dior Parfums. Event production: Rizer 

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The beauty (pun intended) of giving your loved ones a beauty-themed gift this holiday season is that it’s an opportunity to treat them to a little luxury that they might not otherwise buy for themselves. Also, it gives you a chance to take a good look at the limited edition sets available at this time of year, and stock up on any of your favourites for a discounted price.

From the best beauty buys, and limited edition releases to skincare, or the ultimate gift set, we have found the most coveted beauty gifts to shop this festive season.

Find our top picks for beauty gifts below. And go on, why not buy one for yourself while you’re here?

The Best Beauty Christmas Gift Ideas In 2024

01

Augustinus Bader The Tinted Balm

$66 at Augustinus Bader

Chic little luxury beauty gifts like this tinted lip balm from Augustinus Bader are my idea of the perfect beauty gift. I probably couldn’t justify spending $66 on a lip balm, but would adore someone buying it for me as a gift.

The tinted balms were created in collaboration with filmmaker Sofia Coppola, who reportedly approached the brand herself to request a tinted version of her favourite lip balm. At Mecca, only the wine shade is still available (the other two have sadly sold out), but you can also shop the full range directly via Augustinus Bader and also on Cult Beauty. And if my family or friends are reading this — this is what I want for Christmas, thank you.

Available at:

• $66 at Augustinus Bader (or $168 for three shades from Augustinus Bader)
• $66 from Mecca
• $65 from Cult Beauty

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Merit Beauty Five Minute Morning

$282 at Merit

Since launching in Australia in September, Merit has become a staple in our makeup bags, making us well-qualified to recommend them as a great gift this festive season. The Five Minute Morning includes a few of the brand’s best sellers, including The Minimalist foundation stick, a highlight, mascara, cream blush, tinted brow gel, lip oil, and a makeup brush (it’s brilliant). It’s a great way to help them try a good selection of products from the range.

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Biodance Bio-Collagen Real Deep

$37.50 at Adore Beauty

Give the gift of glowing skin with this viral sheet mask from K-beauty favourite Biodance. Designed to be worn for at least three hours (but preferably overnight), the hydrogel mask starts white and turns transparent as the skin absorbs its highly concentrated dose of topical collagen. With four masks in this box, they’ll be thanking you for their plump, glowing skin well into the New Year.

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Charlotte Tilbury Pillow Talk Iconic Lip And Cheek Secrets

$89 at Charlotte Tilbury

If the words “Pillow Talk” don’t mean anything to you, just know that it’s a safe gift option for most beauty lovers. Charlotte Tilbury reliably creates some of our favourite makeup products, and this set includes a few products from its most iconic Pillow Talk range: a Lip Cheat lip liner, Pillow Talk Big Lip Plumpgasm gloss, Matte Revolution lipstick in Pillow Talk, and a Beauty Light Wand highlighter in Pillow Talk.

Available at:

• $83 from Charlotte Tilbury
• $89 from Mecca

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05

Dyson Airstrait

$588 at Dyson

Few beauty launches excite us more than a Dyson hair tool launch, so we were thrilled when the Airstrait finally landed in Australia earlier this year. Though it may look like your average hair straightener, it uses high-pressure air streams to dry and style the hair, rather than hot plates. If you (or your giftee) prefer a sleek blow-dried look and are trying to reduce the amount of damaging heat you inflict on your strands, this tool will be a very welcome gift.

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06

Rare Beauty Mini Blush And Luminize Trio

$68 at Sephora

Rare Beauty’s liquid blushes are known for their high pigment, which means a tube will last you literal years. That’s why these minis are so perfect, because while they may look small, we promise they will last a very long time. This limited edition set includes three of the brand’s best-selling cheek products, including two liquid blush shades and one highlighter.

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Ouai Holiday Duo

$74 at Sephora

If you’re looking for a gift for yourself or a lovely little stocking stuffer, this duo from Ouai conveniently includes two of my most-used hair products in one discounted set. The Ouai Detox Shampoo is the best clarifying shampoo I’ve used, giving the hair a deep clean without stripping it or making it feel like straw afterwards (a rarity). Meanwhile, the Leave-In Conditioner quickly detangles and hydrates the hair, while also offering heat protection from hot tools.

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Summer Fridays The Signature Travel Skincare Set

$70 at Mecca

One thing your gift recipient deserves this summer is plump, glowing skin. This collection from Summer Fridays features gentle skincare products that won’t upset sensitive skin, plus a seriously cute mini tube of the brand’s lip balm — a glossy balm that’s hydrating and layers beautifully over other lip products.

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Westman Atelier The Petal Edition

$222 at Mecca

Westman Atelier makeup products are chic, ultra-luxurious, and also some of the best performing on the market. This collection brings together a few of the brand’s cult products: the Baby Cheeks Blush Stick in Petal, Lit Up Highlighter Stick in Petal, and Squeaky Clean Liquid Lip Balm in Petal. Each product comes in a rosy-pink hue that provides the face with the perfect summer flush.

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10

Glossier You Doux And Rêve

$129 at Mecca

Glossier fans will be thrilled to receive one of the new fragrance releases from the brand this festive season. If they’re already a big fan of the classic You fragrance, be warned that these two are quite different. Doux is a milky, woody, and slightly floral fragrance that has a warm and musky base, and some have compared it to the cult Le Labo 33.

Meanwhile, Rêve is a rich gourmand fragrance, with notes of buttercream and toasted almond, with the same musky ambrox base as the other You fragrances. Both will be available to shop for a very limited time at Mecca from November 19, as well as on the Glossier website.

Available at:

• $129 from Mecca
• $145 from Glossier

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Perricone MD Cold Plasma Plus+ The Intensive Gel Mask

$164 at Mecca

In the lead-up to my wedding this year, this is the one new product I incorporated into my skincare routine, and I credit it for having calm, bright, and smooth skin on my big day. The gel mask is lightweight and easy to slap on, and though it’s recommended to wear for 10 minutes, I’m lazy and leave it on overnight, one night a week.

It’s extremely hydrating and I wake with glowing and plumped skin the morning after, which was a godsend for my compromised skin barrier and sensitised skin a month out from my wedding.

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12

Rationale Beautiful Balms Signature Glow Set

$296 at Rationale

Opening a present and finding Rationale (anything from Rationale) within will elicit a squeal from any beauty lover. The brand’s latest launch, the Beautiful Balms, are exactly what the name suggests, a quad of balm products that deliver beautiful skin. With a cream bronzer, blush, highlight, and lip colour in the set, this is a one-way ticket to glowing skin. They’re easily blendable with the fingers or a brush, and have a natural finish on the skin — perfect for the minimalist beauty lover — plus, they’re SPF 30, adding a bit of extra protection over your usual sunscreen.

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Creed Perfume Five-Piece Discovery Set

$399 at Creed Perfume

When gifting fragrance to a loved one, we always suggest picking up a discovery set, unless you know them very well. This set from Creed includes a collection of the brand’s iconic fragrances like Aventus For Her and Love in White, and we have a feeling that it will help your giftee track down their signature scent for 2025.

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14

GHD Duet Blowdry 2-In-1 Hair Dryer Brush

$476 at The Iconic

In my humble opinion, the GHD Duet Blowdry brush was one of the best hair tool launches of 2024. The brush is designed to take your hair from dry to straight, leaving you with styled hair in a few brief sweeps. If the Dyson Airstrait is for people who prefer a pin-straight finish, this is for people who want their hair to be bouncy and volumised.

Available at:

• $476 from The Iconic
• $484 (usually $605) from Myer
• $595 from Adore Beauty

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15

Revlon Illuminance Glow Filter

$17.47at Chemist Warehouse

Revlon’s Illuminance Glow Filter is a sheer and glowy makeup product that can be used alone for a naturally radiance skin finish, or underneath foundation to give a lit from within glow. It’s pumped with skin-loving ingredients like squalane, to plump and hydrate the skin while the iridescent pigments provide a filter-like blur to the skin.

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Tronque Firming Body Butter

$130 at Tronque

For the person who is religious about their body care routine, the Firming Butter from New Zealand brand Tronque will make a gorgeous stocking stuffer. It’s formulated with a rich and hydrating blend of shea, cacao, and mango butters that will feel like a hug for dry skin, plus, it’s pumped with skincare ingredients that are designed to hydrate and calm the skin (ceramides, hyaluronic acid, and niacinamide are three), plus red maple bark to firm.

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No.7 Restore & Renew Face and Neck Multi-Action Gift Set 5 Piece

$69.00 at Priceline

The perfect gift whether your loved one is a skincare newbie or aficionado! The No.7 Restore and Renew range contains the hard-working peptide Matrixyl 3000 plus, an active designed to firm and smooth the skin. This comprehensive gift set includes the range’s famous neck cream (because your skincare routine should stop at your decollete) along with the brand’s day cream, night cream, eye cream and retinol concentrate.

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Max Factor Facefinity All Day Flawless 3 in 1 Foundation

$32.95 at Priceline

If you want an affordable foundation stocking stuffer, consider this 3-in-1 solution by Max Factor, with a built-in primer and concealer. The Vegan formula is best for youthful skin requiring a light coverage.

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ELLE Australia has previously reported that 60% of young people say social media made them feel “dissatisfied with their body”—a figure that has grown by 12% since 2022. In Australia, the Butterfly Foundation, a not-for-profit working with disordered eating and negative body image, submitted a report to parliament encouraging further regulation of social media platforms. One recommendation specifically suggested the removal of beauty filters for those under the age of 18.

The concern around beauty filters is clearly not limited to Australia, with other nations, plus many influencers on the platform, expressing their distaste for the dramatic beauty filters. Beauty influencer Hira Mustafa shared that she used to use filters on, but “When I would see my regular self in the mirror, I’d be like, ‘oh, you don’t look that good.'”
“The impact it had on my self esteem to see normal skin with pores was outstanding,” she said in a clip that’s been viewed nearly 7 million times. “I realised how unhealthy it was.”

The beauty filter ban comes at a time where social media age restrictions are being explored more widely. TikTok is also looking into banning children under the age of 13 from the platform entirely, while Australia has just passed laws to ban under-16s from all social media.

Which TikTok Beauty Filters Will Be Banned?

Until the ban takes effect, there’s no knowing precisely which filters will be affected. So far, media has only pointed to ‘Bold Glamour‘ as one of the biggest targets. Broadly, The Guardian explained the ban would target beauty filters that “change children’s features in a way makeup cannot”. This means any filters that make your eyes bigger, nose slimmer, skin lighter or smoother, lips bigger, and just generally affect the shape and appearance of your natural features, will be banned.

Which TikTok Filters Will Remain The Same?

Playful and ‘goofy’ filters, like animal filters, will reportedly remain untouched. Similarly, the touch-up feature is likely to remain as it’s not technically a ‘filter’.

How Will TikTok Enforce The Beauty Filter Ban?

The ban depends on users having accounts registered with their real ages. So, if you’ve already told TikTok your birth year—and you’re under 18—you will no longer be able to use certain beauty filters. Of course, not everyone under 18 has ‘told’ TikTok their real age. Meanwhile, TikTok has said it is commencing a trial of smart technology that will attempt to detect if a user is under the age of 13. This is on top of existing age-detection measures, like scanning ‘happy birthday’ comments for age hints.

When Will TikTok Ban Beauty Filters For Under-18s?

The Guardian reports the beauty filter ban will come into effect before the end of 2024.

Related Articles:

• Should Social Media Beauty Filters Be Banned?
• A Dermatologist-Approved Skincare Routine For Teens
• The Australian Social Media Ban, Explained

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If you, like us, lack the co-ordination to pull a brush through your hair at the exact angle that will craft a perfect voluminous curl while simultaneously blasting hair with heat from your blow-dryer (we’re all only one person, okay?) then hot air brushes are the answer to your polished hair prayers.

Here, ELLE breaks down how these clever tools work their magic, and how to pick the perfect one for your needs.

The Best Hot Air Brushes of 2024

01

ghd Duet Blowdry Hair Dryer Brush

$595 at ghd

ghd’s newest innovative hair tool has transformed the blow out brush. This two-in-one dryer brush will take hair from wet to dry effortlessly while smoothing and adding volume for a salon-level blow out sans the heat damage (thanks to smart sensors that monitor temperature 400 times per second). The combination of airflow and heated barrel plate allows you to dry and style hair in one session, halving your time in the bathroom each morning.

Key features:

• Two-in-one dryer and blowout brush
• Heat-Air XChange technology promises less heat damage
• Snag-free heated bristles

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FlexStyle Air Styling & Drying System

$399.99 (usually $499.99) at Shark

Shark’s FlexStyle System is one of those tools that truly does it all. Not only can you create voluminous, bombshell blowouts with the use of the round brush, but style runway-ready hairstyles, defrizz, and enhance your natural curls for added volume—all with just one tool. Additionally, you can remove all attachments to transform it into a classic hairdryer. And, it does all of this without the heat damage you get from your usual tools. Honestly, is there anything it can’t do?

Key features:

• Four temperature settings including a cool blast for locking in styling
• Two-year warranty
• Works on all hair types

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03

Airwrap Multi-styler Complete Long

$849 at Myer

Meet the Beyoncé of blow dry brush kits—AKA the one who flawlessly does it all (literally; we’re talking brush heads of the curl-carving, wave-building, smoothing, straightening and volumising varieties). You can also find Airwraps in an array of colours like this bold aqua and orange edition. After all, who says our tools can’t be cute and colourful?

Key features:

• Take your hair from wet to styled with one tool
• Made for all hairtypes
• Comes in a convenient carry case for storage
• Complimentary personalisation

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Interchangeable Blow Dry Brush

$129 at Mermade Hair

With the tick of approval from the poster girl of the perfect blowout, Matilda Djerf, this brush needs no introduction. It features a unique oval barrel, flexible bristles, two heat settings and ionic technology to help seal your hair cuticles and eliminate frizz.

Key features:

• Three interchangeable tool heads
• Perfect for travel as it is small and compact
• Three heat settings and ionic technology

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Bondi Boost Infrared Bounce Brush

$124 (usually $155) at Oz Hair & Beauty

The latest tool from the team at Bondi Boost, this handy little device has caused quite a stir on TikTok and the results speak for themselves. Not only will it help you achieve that enviable supermodel bounce you’re after from your blowouts but the infrared technology leaves it looking shinier and healthier than ever.

Key features:

• Reduces frizz whilst causing no heat damage
• Infrared technology helps overall scalp health
• Increases volume at the roots

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VS Sassoon Digital Sensor Luxe Air Styler

$149 (usually $189.95) at Myer

With its high-tech digital sensor that adjusts to heat, six easily attachable heads, and an ionic conditioning system to keep your locks shiny and smooth, achieving an expert blowout every time is almost guaranteed. This clever tool can dry, prep, detangle, style, and smooth your hair in just moments, thanks to its innovative design and enviable tech.

Key features:

• Storage case and styling mat included
• Ceramic technology ensures optimum shine
• Quiet and faster than your usual tools

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Silver Bullet Genesis Hot Air Brush

$112.95 at Adore Beauty

Featuring a barrel that sits toward the larger end of the spectrum (38mm to be exact), this brush was created to carve out cool-girl waves so natural, effortless and beachy they’d make Gigi Hadid jealous.

Key features:

• Easy to use
• Two heat and speed settings to suit your needs
• Tourmaline ceramic barrels that create volume

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How do you use a hot air round brush to attain a blow-dried finish?

You know how you usually have to recruit a brush, dryer and sometimes even a straightener or curler to achieve the flawless ripple waves you’re after? The not-so-humble hot air brush streamlines all those steps into one to give you a big bouncy blow-dry with just a single tool—sorcery, right?

So how does it actually do it? Round-barrel hot air brushes allow you to dry your hair while the rotating barrels brush through, working to simultaneously detangle, smooth and best of all, style. Yep, by brushing the tool through your strands while it applies heat to hair, you’ll be able to carve out bouncy waves that scream ‘I just got back from the salon’ without ever leaving your bathroom.

If you’re partial to a certain wave pattern, don’t fret: there’s plenty of choice in the hot air brush arena in terms of curl type and size. In the case of most brushes the selection process is similar to that of choosing a curler—the smaller the barrel, the tighter the curl, and vice versa; larger equals looser.

On the other hand, some of the extra fancy options even come teamed with an array of different sized brush attachments so you can try bouncy curls one day and voluminous, smooth body the next. The world is yours and your brush’s oyster.

How do you use a hot air round brush?

While the exact instructions will differ depending on your brush of choice, there are two primary techniques.

To build body and achieve the glorious ‘flicked in’ or ‘flicked out’ ends we associate with a classic blowout, simply pull the brush through hair while applying hot air, twirling it ever so slightly in your preferred direction (brushing from beneath the section of hair to flick ends outwards, and from above to flick them inwards).

To create more defined curls or waves, use the first technique to smooth texture and add volume, then roll the brush (with your hair wrapping around it in a similar fashion to if it were a wand) upward toward your roots. Once you reach the level you want curls to fall from (somewhere beneath the ear is best for a low-maintenance look), hold the brush in place for a few seconds to allow the heat to set the shape, and then release.

Most blow-dry styles utilise curls wrapped away from your face, so it’s generally best to place the brush above the section you’re curling and wrap from beneath. If you prefer a more dishevelled aesthetic with pieces curled in varying directions, however, wrap the section above and over the tool in a few areas as well to break up the pattern.

What to look for when buying a hot air brush?

When buying a hot air brush, look for key features like barrel size, heat settings, and innovative technology that helps to protect and not damage your hair. Opt for adjustable heat settings, ceramic or tourmaline coatings for even heat distribution, and ionic technology to combat frizz. Consider the bristle type for detangling and shine, and ensure the design includes a swivel cord for flexibility and comfort. Make sure to do your research so you know you’re making the best investment in your hair and beauty routine.

Looking to save money on beauty products? Check out our coupon codes for The Iconic, Charlotte Tilbury and more.

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Chances are, said search will probably turn up pine tree-heavy manicures and snow globe-inspired claws – which, when New Years Eve quickly comes round, will feel akin to leaving the decorations up a few months too long. And, of course, rich winter jewel tones that represent the festive season in many countries are totally unsuitable for scorching Australian silly season when summer nail trends lean far brighter.  

We totally support going full kitsch but you don’t need 3-D tree-shaped extensions to feel festive. Small accents on classic polishes or just the right shade of pillar box red can give your manicure the seasonally appropriate refresh you’re looking for. 

With this in mind, we’ve rounded up our favourite nail art concepts for holiday. Whether nude nails with fresh details, perfect reds or simply convivial, colourful designs, we promise these manicures will bring you plenty of holiday cheer.

Christmas Nail Art Ideas For 2024

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Whether you—or your loved one—are after the perfect spritz for the skin or a calming fragrance for their home, there’s bound to be one out there fit for a stocking stuffer.

While, yes, navigating the world of perfume can feel incredibly daunting—especially when online shopping for a fragrance means no sniffing IRL—but it doesn’t have to be. Lucky for you, we’ve sifted through the best spritzes on offer to find statement scents that’ll suit each fragrance fanatic’s taste, and with serious staying power.

The Best Fragrance And Perfume Gift Ideas For Christmas 2024

From the cult-favourites everyone should own in their perfume collection to the most calming scents to elevate your abode, we’ve rounded up the best fragrances and scents to invigorate the senses in time for the festive season.

Who Is Elijah Nomad

Who Is Elijah NOMAD eau de parfum, $179 from Adore Beauty

This cult fragrance has become a fast favourite thanks to the sweet yet sultry notes of Egyptian jasmine, almond, amberwood and musk. The perfect gift for lovers of flirtatious scents that last.

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La Vie Est Belle L’Eau De Parfum

La Vie Est Belle L’Eau De Parfum, $142 from Lancôme

For the feminine and flirty loved one in your life, this best-selling perfume blends blackcurrant, iris, patchouli, and vanilla in a reusable crystal bottle – creating a deliciously sweet and elegant fragrance.

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Goldfield & Banks Island Lush

Goldfield & Banks Island Lush, $315 from Adore Beauty

If your loved one likes deeper more sensual scents, this luxurious fragrance from Goldfield & Banks has alluring notes of cedarwood, leather and ginger.

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Light Green Onyx Candle Holder

Light Green Onyx Candle Holder, $185 from The Luxuriate

Taking a sustainable approach to gifting this year? This chic onyx candle holder can be refilled with the scents of your choice to avoid waste. The fruity Paradiso fragrance has certainly caught our eye as we head into summer.

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Prada Paradoxe Intense

Prada Paradoxe Intense eau de parfum, from $230 from MYER

Warm and alluring notes of sensual amber accord are perfectly paired with fresh, dominating notes of jasmine and neroli to create a stunning fragrance worthy of becoming your loved one’s new signature scent. The intense version of this scent cuts through and creates a powerful yet still elegant fragrance.

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Kayali Miniature Set

Kayali Miniature eau de parfum set, $156 from Cult Beauty

Gift this expansive set of mini fragrances to allow your loved ones to find their new signature scent this Christmas. It comes with four of the brand’s delicious perfumes including Vanilla, Eden Juicy Apple, Deja Vu White Flower and Invite Only Amber.

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Juliette Has A Gun Duo

Juliette Has A Gun Duo miniatures, $55 from Sephora

A thoughtful gift for someone who has not yet found their favourite fragrance, this duo of miniature perfumes from Juliette Has A Gun comes with two scents to experiment with – one fruity, one spicy.

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Obvious Une Vanille

Obvious Une Vanille, $199 from Libertine Parfumerie

The ultimate cool girl scent this is the quintessential vanilla-scented eau de parfum that is sure to turn heads.

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Versace Dylan Purple

Versace Dylan Purple eau de parfum, $175 from The Iconic

If you know someone on the hunt for their perfume of the summer then they will appreciate the gifting of this fruity and floral scent from Versace that evokes the memory of holidays past.

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Creed Womens Set

Creed Holiday Set, $399 from David Jones

For someone who loves a little bit of luxury, this festive gift set features five of the historic fragrance house’s iconic scents.

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Lost In Amalfi

Lost In Amalfi interior fragrance, $42.9 from Glasshouse

For the homebody, this subtle coastal spritz will evoke the summery feeling of being oceanside without the sand or sea pray.

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Mistletoe & Moss Candle

Mistletoe & Moss scented candle, $50 from Studio McKenna

Lean into the festive spirit with a subtle yet certainly seasonal mistletoe and moss candle with hints of red berries and musk to get them in the mood.

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“I’m DIYing my look for a red carpet for the first time at the moment,” she laughs, “so I’m on my way to buy my fabric.”

The red carpet in question is the Council of Fashion Designers of America Awards, or CFDA, where White is taking her 4.6 million TikTok followers along for the ride as she creates an entire outfit from scratch in just nine days. While a seemingly impossible task, it’s nothing she hasn’t pulled off before.

“People like to see the journey of you putting [a look] together,” she tells ELLE Australia. “My videos are so much more about the destination than the final result… they want to see the rawness, they want to see the realness. 

“People want to see you a hundred per cent as you come with as little editing as possible.”

Her Viral TikTok Moment

As a Forbes “Top Creator in Fashion,” the English model turned TikToker has clearly found a way to resonate with millions by pushing boundaries and challenging traditional fashion norms.

Her most notable, and perhaps controversial, moment includes cutting up her Prada outfit from the autumn/winter 2023 show in Milan – a pivotal moment in her career, she says.

“I was so nervous to do it,” she admits. “I knew I had one take – I had one of those jumpsuits and I knew I wanted to do it in my glam, heading out of the door to the show… so I definitely had a lot of pressure and a lot riding on that look.”

Yet, she doesn’t regret a single thing about cutting up the $3,100 jumpsuit and turning it into a three-piece set. For White, her content is equally about fashion as it is about entertaining her fans.

“It’s the same as watching TV. So when I find those crazy boots that have the toes and the Shrek ones that were bright green, even things like that, I don’t regret it,” she says.

“Were they my taste? Not really, but I love finding wacky things because I just know that my audience is going to love it and they’re going to love the journey of seeing me try to put it together into something that works.”

Planning The Wedding

Certainly, White leaves nothing off the table with her fans, including sharing preparations for her upcoming wedding with Fedyk. “We’re getting married next summer, so we’re eight months out now,” she says, still sitting next to her fiancé in the car. “We’re getting into wedding planning mode because the last year we’ve basically just been sitting around.”

From their wedding decisions that “pissed people off” to all the dresses she tried on but didn’t pick, White is well and truly involving her fans in the process. A decision she may come to regret.

“I now know there’s no way that everyone would’ve chosen my dress out of all the dresses they’ve seen me try on,” she explains. “Because when you show people so many, they have one in their head that they’ve already decided was their favourite and then they’re disappointed when they actually see the dress.”

Despite worries over how the internet will react when they see the final choice, White is confident she’s found the one. As are her family and friends, which is all that really matters.

“If you show someone a thousand songs and ask them to choose their favourite, everyone’s not going to have the same. Everyone’s going to have a different favourite – and it’s exactly the same with wedding dresses.”

Creating Her Apparel Brand, See You Tomorrow

Considering her passion for fashion, it’s no surprise that White has created her own apparel brand, See You Tomorrow, a name that comes from her signature TikTok sign-off. 

With a focus on stylish, contemporary, and most importantly, comfortable pieces, she channels her personal experience into creating luxurious yet approachable loungewear and sleepwear. 

“I just am so happy with where my career has gone. I feel like I never could have expected it when I started posting on TikTok three and a half years ago,” she reflects.

With a large portion of her TikTok audience based in Australia – three of her top five cities globally are in the country – White is already planning on how to introduce her brand to our demographic.

“I would love to do a See You Tomorrow popup [in Australia]. So that is definitely coming in the next year or year and a half. I can’t wait to do that,” she says.

The Beauty Edit

While she’s found herself a niche in the online fashion scene, beauty plays an equally important role in White’s content and everyday life.

Having worked in the fashion industry for 10 years before she started creating content, she’s picked up a few tricks in the trade. And the thing she swears by most? Having a solid skincare routine.

“In modelling, they really taught me about skin prep and things such as massaging the moisturiser into your skin before you start the makeup or how the 15 minutes that they take to do the skin prep before they even start the makeup is what helps keep it on all day long.”

Giving ELLE Australia a peek inside her beauty bag, White shares her go-to routine that gives her the base she needs to create the perfect makeup looks to match her outfits.

What’s Inside Madeleine White’s Beauty Bag

SPF

“I feel like if there’s one thing I could tell younger me, it’s use the SPF every single day. It doesn’t matter if it looks sunny outside or not – I’m so militant with SPF now,” she says.

ELLE’s pick: Solar Protect & Restore Invisible Zinc Lotion, $200 at Rejuvaus

A Red Light Mask

“I love my red light mask. Skin prep is so important because if your skin looks nice, the makeup just glides right on there.”

ELLE’s pick: LED Light Therapy Face Mask: Series 2, $679 at CurrentBody

Skincare Essentials

“Investing in nice skincare without complicated ingredients – for me, I only use vitamin C and retinol.”

ELLE’s picks: Oxygen-C Vitamin C Brightening Serum, $19.95 at SkinPhysics

Dragon’s Blood Retinol Sleep Serum, $34.95 at SkinPhysics

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Solar Protect & Restore Invisible Zinc Lotion

$200

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LED Light Therapy Face Mask: Series 2

$679

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Oxygen-C Vitamin C Brightening Serum

$19.95

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Dragon’s Blood Retinol Sleep Serum

$34.95

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Two Foundations

“I love both of the Clé de Peau Beauté foundations. I actually work with a makeup artist who was an ambassador for them and he sent it to me and I’m obsessed with it.”

Madeleine’s picks: Clé de Peau Beauté Radiant Cream Foundation, $239.58 at Cult Beauty

Clé de Peau Beauté Radiant Fluid Foundation Natural, $239.58 at Cult Beauty

Concealer & Blush

“I love the Haus Labs concealer. I love their blushes as well.”

Madeleine’s pick: Triclone Skin Tech Hydrating + De-Puffing Concealer, $58 at Haus Labs

ELLE’s pick: Color Fuse Blush Powder, $58 at Haus Labs

Mascara

“I only use tubing mascara, so I really like the Thrive Cosmetics tubing mascara.”

Madeleine’s pick: Liquid Lash Extensions Mascara, $54 $94 at Fruugo

Lip Balm

“I always have one of those in every purse that I own,” she laughs.

Madeleine’s pick: Summer Fridays Lip Butter Balm, $45.54 at Cult Beauty

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Clé de Peau Beauté Radiant Cream Foundation

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Clé de Peau Beauté Radiant Fluid Foundation Natural

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$58

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Color Fuse Blush Powder

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Liquid Lash Extensions Mascara

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Summer Fridays Lip Butter Balm

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Acne, however, is one thing that we don’t have to accept.

Those who suffer from acne know that it can be painful and unrelenting. In high school, most of us dreamt of the day that we’d outgrow hormonal breakouts, but the truth is, adult acne is more prevalent than ever.

If your acne is affecting your quality of life, your first port of call should be the dermatologist’s office. (You can read about the best professional acne treatments on offer here.) But most of us can kick acne to the curb with the right at-home skincare routine.

What Causes Breakouts?

While there could be a myriad of reasons behind a particular breakout, the most common causes are clogged hair follicles and hormonal changes. Clogged hair follicles occur from a build-up of dead skin cells, excess oil, makeup and dirt. While hormonal changes can increase oil production leading to clogged pores. Stress, insufficient sleep and dehydration can also play a part in acne severity.

The Best Products To Revive Cranky, Acne-Prone Skin

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CurrentBody Skin Anti-Blemish LED Face Mask

$585 at CurrentBody

It’s no wonder CurrentBody masks are a viral hit! This CurrentBody Skin Anti-Blemish LED Face Mask provides combined LED technology to give you salon-quality treatment from the comfort of your own home.

Key Features:

• Blue (415nm) and red (633nm) LED wavelengths

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Neutrogena Oil-Free Acne Wash

$8.99 at Chemist Warehouse

This face wash contains salicylic acid—a chemical exfoliant that unclogs pores. What’s great about this cleanser is that it offers a deep clean to help prevent pimples and clear build-up without over-drying your skin.

Key Features:

• 2% Salicylic Acid and MicroClear Technology
• Deep clean without over-dying the skin
• Removes excess oil and surface build-up
• 175ml

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Dermalogica Clearing Skin Wash

$64.55 at Adore Beauty

Not only does Dermalogica’s Clearing Skin Wash contain salicylic acid, it also contains the soothing, naturally-antiseptic extracts of balm mint, eucalyptus, tea tree, burdock and camphor.

Key Features:

• Oil free
• Pore minimising
• 250ml

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Thursday Plantation Tea Tree Face Wash for Acne

$10.49 (usually $14.99) at Priceline

The hero ingredient in the aforementioned Thursday Plantation face wash is, obviously, tea tree oil. This tea tree oil helps to control the bacteria that leads to break outs.

Key Features:

• Gently cleanses the skin
• Featuring tea tree oil and chamomile extract to control bacteria and soothe the skin
• 150ml

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Skinceuticals Blemish And Age Defence Salicylic Acid Serum

$145 at Skinceuticals

Free from oil and targeted towards breakouts, this serum has been supercharged with dioic acid and beta-hydroxy acid to reduce clogged pores and sebum production.

Key Features:

• Recommended for oily or combination skin
• Regulates excess sebum production
• 30ml

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Pixi Glow Tonic

$53 at Sephora

When Pixi Glow Tonic first came on the scene in the UK and the US, it was a sell-out. Why? It gently exfoliates (thank-you, glycolic acid!), it tones (thank-you, witch hazel!) and it soothes (thank-you, aloe vera!). Overall, it will calm and decongest acne-riddled skin.

Key Features:

• Exfoliates, brightens and smooths skin
• Suitable for all skin types
• 5% glycolic acid
• 250ml (also available in 100ml size)

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Mario Badescu Drying Lotion

$30 at Mecca

This spot treatment treats breakouts while you sleep by drying them out. The main ingredients? Calamine and salicylic acid.

Key Features:

• For best use, wear overnight
• Sulphate-free
• Dries up blemishes, reduces redness and inflammation as you sleep
• 29ml

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Eve Lom Dynaspot

$63 at Mecca

This spot treatment goes on invisible, meaning you can wear it underneath makeup to kill pimples while you work.

Key Features:

• Fast healing without drying the skin
• Made with fennel seed combatting bacteria
• Paraben and sulphate free
• 10ml

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Alpha-H Liquid Gold

$27 at Sephora

This serum is a long-term solution, rather than a short term fix. Use this two to three times a week and after a few months, it should dramatically reduce the appearance of acne, thanks to its key ingredient: glycolic acid.

Key Features:

• Works like an ‘overnight facial’ to brighten and revitalise skin
• With 5% glycolic acid
• Liquorice extract to brighten, control oil and minimise pores
• Comes in 30ml and 100ml sizes

Available at:

• $25.95 (for 30ml), From Adore Beauty

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The Body Shop Tea Tree Skin Clearing Clay Mask

$16.80 (usually $28) at The Body Shop

This acne-fighting clay masks combines the powers of clay and tea tree to reduce the appearance of acne, while also soothing the skin.

Key Features:

• Skin looks mattified and clear of excess oil
• Suitable for sensitive, oily and blemish-prone skin 
• 75ml

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• 7 Of The Best Body Washes For Breakouts Beyond Your Face

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And despite repeating the same hair washing process—lather, rinse, repeat—over and over again, that pesky scalp dust can be incredibly difficult to be rid of. As dandruff sufferers know, the condition is a result of excess shedding of dead skin cells from your scalp, which leaves them lingering in your locks.

For those with deeper hair colours, said white flakes are not only highly visible, but they can also lead to extreme irritation and discomfort.

But here’s the good news: it’s not an impossible-to-treat hair issue. In fact, a plethora of brands have gotten into the dandruff game—hello, scalp scrubs—to make building up your haircare routine around anti-dandruff products simple so you can enjoy luscious locks and a healthy scalp.

How Does Anti-Dandruff Shampoo Work?

While, yes, there are a myriad of reasons as to why dandruff forms for each person, anti-fungal ingredients—such as Tea Tree Oil—can work wonders when alleviating the most irritating of symptoms. In general terms, they kill said fungi which helps to minimise any signs of dandruff leading to a stress-free scalp.

As many may already know, excess sebum is a huge factor when it comes to dandruff. So using products that help eliminate an oily scalp and aid in regulating sebum production will leave your locks feeling much more balanced.

Of course, if anti-dandruff shampoos aren’t providing any results, then we recommend visiting a dermatologist who can check for other skin conditions such as eczema or psoriasis.

The Best Anti-Dandruff Shampoos To Buy In Australia

If you’re interested in giving one a try, we’ve rounded up our favourite anti-dandruff shampoos that will help you bid adieu to an itchy, flaky scalp.

Main image: @christopherobinparis

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STRAAND Crown Cleanse Shampoo

$28 at STRAAND

Say sayonara to an itchy, flaky scalp thanks to STRAAND’s Crown Cleanse Shampoo. Formulated with prebiotics (Defenscalp), this shampoo helps to rebalance your scalp’s microbiome by removing buildup and reducing irritation.

Plus, to save an additional 15 per cent, use the exclusive code AMA15 at checkout.

Key Features:

• Aussie made
• No sulfates or parabens
• Instantly hydrates the scalp
• Cruelty free

Also available at:

• $28 from Sephora

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Sachajuan Scalp Shampoo

$49 at Mecca

This shampoo boasts a stellar ingredients list, including Piroctone Olamine and Climbazole, which removes dandruff and soothes an irritated scalp. The shampoo also contains rosemary oil, menthol, salicylic acid and ginger extract to soothe scalp soreness and maintain a healthy moisture balance.

Key Features:

• Formulated with climbazole that kills fungus
• Paraben free
• Featuring salicylic acid, rosemary oil and ginger

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Oribe Serene Scalp Balancing Shampoo

$73.80 at Adore Beauty

Relieving a dry, itchy and irritated scalp while preventing dandruff, Oribe’s Serene Scalp Balancing Shampoo is gentle enough to be used daily. It uses salicylic acid to fight your flakes and reduce redness while its formulation of Oribe’s signature complex of watermelon, lychee and edelweiss flower extracts helps defend hair from oxidative stress, photoaging and the deterioration of natural keratin.

Key Features:

• Cruelty free
• No sulphates or parabens
• Lightweight and non-greasy

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Kevin.Murphy Scalp Spa Wash

$50.95 at Adore Beauty

Kevin.Murphy’s purifying shampoo is made with micellar water, celery extract and rosewater, which work together to thoroughly cleanse and soothe the scalp. For oily roots and not-so-happy skin, the Scalp Spa is a surefire way to keep your head and tresses healthy and thriving.

Key Features:

• Celery extract and rosewater soothes scalp
• Suitable for all hair types
• Micellar water works to remove impurities

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Klorane Shampoo with Peony

$19.99 at Adore Beauty

This paraben-free, silicone-free and hypoallergenic shampoo with Peony extract offers up to an immediate, 24-hour soothing comfort and balance back to the scalp. Best for dry and itchy hair and scalp that’s been caused by stress, over colouring, styling and other external aggressors of everyday life.

Key Features:

• Paraben, SLS and silicone free
• 24 hours soothing comfort
• Vegan

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Philip Kingsley Flaky Itchy Scalp Shampoo

$55 at Adore Beauty

This clarifying, anti-microbial, deep cleansing shampoo addresses why your dandruff has paid you a visit, while also relieving its symptoms. Flaky Itchy Scalp Shampoo works to gently cleanse the scalp, remove oil build-up and soothe itch without fading any colour to keep you and your scalp happy campers.

Key Features:

• Clears oil build-up
• Anti-microbial
• Won’t fade coloured hair

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Bread Beauty Supply Hair-Wash Gentle Milky Hair Cleanser

$35 at Sephora

This light, milky, sulfate-free shampoo gently cleanses thick, curly or textured hair by replacing traditional, sulfate-ridden offerings with an alternative to lightly wash away build up. Infused with Aloe Vera and packed with natural oils, it cleans your scalp and strands without causing squeaky dryness or stripping hair of natural oils.

Key Features:

• Semi-sudrising to gently wash away build-up
• Infused with Aloe Vera and natural oils to clean your scalp
• Smells like Fruitloop cereal milk

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Aveda Invati Advanced Exfoliating Shampoo Light

$60 at THE ICONIC

This natural anti-dandruff shampoo contains far fewer chemicals than its counterparts. Packed with salicylic acid and organic turmeric, Aveda’s offering aims to cleanse and exfoliate the scalp, while removing build up simultaneously. Made without silicones, parabens, mineral oil, and synthetic fragrances, it’s a great way to nourish your tresses and soothe an irritated scalp sans the nasties.

Key Features:

• Leaves hair shiny and helps thicken strands
• Formulated for fine to medium thinning hair types 
• Soothes irritated scalp

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Kérastase Symbiose Moisturising Anti-Dandruff Cellular Shampoo

$57 at Mecca

Kérastase Symbiose Hydrating Anti-Dandruff Bain Shampoo is a hydrating anti-dandruff shampoo, perfect for those prone to an itchy, dry and flaky scalp. This creamy, hydrating formula nourishes the scalp without stripping the hair fibre, removing flakes and visible dandruff. Featuring salicylic acid, piroctone olamine and glycerin, this formula is hydrating, softening and gentle for sensitive scalps.

Key Features:

• Suitable for sensitive scalps
• Helps eliminate symptoms of dandruff
• Includes glycerin for softness and hydration

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Ouai Detox Shampoo

$58 at Sephora

This product went viral on TikTok and it’s easy to see why. The brand created by Kardashian hairdresser Jen Atkin, Ouai’s detox shampoo is all about exfoliating the scalp, removing product build-up and giving it a good detox. Chelating agents help to remove hard water deposits and impurities, while apple cider vinegar helps exfoliate and remove flakes.

Key Features:

• To be used once a week or whenever you need a deep clean
• Chelating agents remove hard water deposits
• Apple cider vinegar exfoliates and removes flakes

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• A Dermatologist Explains If Scalp Massage Can Actually Help With Hair Growth
• The 6 Best Hair Growth Serums For Longer, Lustrous Hair

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There are a few considerations when deciding on your hairstyle, including the weather, your hair type, how you usually like to wear your hair, and how it photographs. If you’re getting married in a humid location and have hair that tends to triple in size at the mere suggestion of moisture, then opting for a slick style or low bun may take some of the stress out of your day. Conversely, if you know you feel the most like yourself when you have a really good blowout or allow your natural hair texture to do its thing with little intervention, then we suggest you leave well enough alone.

Like with fashion, we always love turning to street style to find a hairstyle that might work for a big event. Seeing a hairstyle in motion at an event, or when fashion week attendees are battling the elements between shows, can give us an idea of how it might look on our own big day. Also, it’s just a bit cooler to look towards street style over the ultra-stylised pictures on Instagram.

Ahead, we have collated enough inspiration pictures from recent seasons to help inspire your wedding hairstyle.

Half-Up

Perhaps the most classic wedding hairstyle is the half-up. It’s an enduring style that transcends trends and eras, plus, it has a certain amount of casualness that really speaks to us. Whether you prefer a slightly undone look with your fringe or face-framing pieces out, or want to scoop all of your hair back into a relaxed half-up style, it’s one choice we are confident you won’t regret. As proven by the photos below, half-up styles also lend themselves to embellishments like bows and barrettes, for an added touch of intentionality.

Low Bun

A low bun hairstyle is another classic wedding look you can’t go wrong with. In literal terms, a low bun creates a strong anchor point for a veil, so you won’t risk it shifting around or falling out during the ceremony. But it’s adaptability to any person’s style is what makes it an appealing choice for so many people.

There are countless variations of the low bun that work equally well for a wedding, with relaxed styles that have face-framing pieces fluttering around your face, weather-proof slick-back looks that will withstand perilous weather conditions, and sculptural buns that include twists and spiked strands poking out. We’re also partial to a bun that sits at the centre point of your head, which can make the face look slightly more lifted in photographs if that’s a priority for you.

Down and Out

It’s not uncommon for brides to get experimental with their bridal hair looks after overthinking their decision. Our main concern with this approach is that you want to feel like yourself on your wedding day and you probably also want to have photos you look back on and see yourself in (not a made-up version of yourself that you don’t recognise).

If getting a really good blow-out, wearing a sleek bob with slightly kicked-out ends, opting for your usual choppy pink pixie cut, or embracing your natural hair texture is what feels the most you, then we strongly recommend you stick with that. You can elevate it by booking a hairstylist to slightly polish the look or help style it for longevity, but consider this your permission to not add an intricate hairstyle to your long list of pre-wedding decisions.

Accessorised

Embellishing your wedding hair with a sparkling clip, barrette, pearl necklace, bows, hair cuffs, and even metallic spikes can help add some personality back into an otherwise simple look. There’s no need to buy an expensive hair accessory, though we fully support you looking at Chanel and Miu Miu’s offerings. But it is worth considering the hairstyle you want to emulate before picking up a hair accessory unless you plan to build your dream hairstyle around the embellishment, of course.

A simple hair clip can add to a sleek blowout, and if you want to wear your hair out but want to pull some hair away from your face without going all the way towards a half-up style, then a barrette or clip is the perfect way to achieve this.

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But You loyalists finally have the opportunity to expand their exclusive fragrance wardrobe, because Glossier is set to launch it’s sophomore You fragrance in 2024.

The brand teased the impending release via the Glossier Instagram account. The Instagram video featured the unmistakable shadowed silhouette of the You perfume bottle, while the caption read: “The scent of something is in the air. Your impression is soft like a pulse, but strong. A fever dream, bodies close, sticky sweet, the rush of it. The countdown is on.”

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What Does The New Glossier You Rêve Perfume Smell Like?

Alas, because we live in a world where no information stays secret for long, the new perfume’s name, scent profile and bottle have already been leaked on the Internet.

According to an Instagram post shared by beauty news account @trendmood1, which has been circulating the Glossier reddit forums, the new scent is called Glossier You Rêve (meaning ‘dream’ in French).

@trendmood1 has described Glossier You Rêve as an ‘energising upgrade’ from Glossier You that’s ‘perfect for the gourmand lover who prefers a subtle, skinlike scent’.

Classed as a member of the amber gourmand fragrance family, the perfume’s central notes are ambroxan — much like the premiere Glossier You perfume — plum butter, sandalwood, and toasted almond.

The bottle is almost a carbon copy of the You perfume customers know and love, however Rêve’s glass vessel is shrouded in a faded plum gradient, instead of Glossier’s signature baby pink, like its predecessor.

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Where To Shop Glossier You Rêve In Australia

There’s been no word yet from Glossier or Glossier’s Australian retailer MECCA about when Aussie fans of the brand’s first fragrance can get their hands on Glossier You Rêve.

But according to Fashionista, Glossier You Rêve will be available to shop in October, as part of a dual fragrance release. However, there has been no information leaked about the potential name or fragrance profile of said mystery perfume just yet.

What we do know is that Glossier You currently comes in 7.5ml, 50ml and 100ml bottles, which can all be purchased from Glossier’s website, with prices starting from $53 for a travel atomiser. Fingers crossed Glossier You Rêve will share a similar price tag.

Main image credit: @glossier

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This is why, at least here at ELLE, we’re constantly on the hunt for anti-ageing serums that act like cheat codes for a glowing complexion.  

And we’re spoilt for choice. With constant innovation in the skincare space, new ingredients and products crop up daily. From hydrating skin boosters to intensive overnight rejuvenators packed with acids and retinols, it can be hard to choose the product that is right for your needs (or simply find one that’s good).  

Fortunately for you, we’ve put in the leg work and rounded up the best anti-ageing serums on the market.

Aesop, Damascan Rose Facial Treatment

$103.00 at Adore Beauty

Best For: oil-based serum

The perfect introductory anti-ageing serum for dry and stressed-out skin, this gentle serum contains a blend of violet leaf, neroli blossom, and Damascan Rose extracts to revive and rejuvenate the complexion.

Key Features:

• Contains a blend of flower and seed extracts that infuse the complexion with antioxidants
• Contains Neroli Blossom which has anti-bacterial qualities
• Oil consistency
• 25ml

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Jurlique Supreme Rejuvenating Serum

from $166.00 at Jurlique

Best For: Hydration and plumping

This silky serum is instantly absorbed into the skin, plumping with water-binding glycerin and infusing the complexion with antioxidants derived from spilanthes flower and horseradish root. Designed with the skin’s natural barrier in mind, this botanically derived product is perfect for sensitive skin types.

Key Features:

• Contains a host of flower and plant extracts including spilanthes flower and horseradish root
• Sensitive skin friendly
• Deeply hydrating
• 30ml

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Estée Lauder, Advanced Night Repair Synchronized Recovery Complex II

From $135.00 (for 30ml) at Myer

Best For: The cult-classic

Yes, it’s been around for eons but this classic serum will wind back the clock on your skin. Advanced Night Repair ticks all the boxes, using an exclusive tripeptide (tripeptide-32 for those playing at home) to boost collagen synthesis and skin tone and strengthen the complexion. With 72-hour slow-release hyaluronic acid, the serum plumps and hydrates throughout the day, and its antioxidant-packed formula shields skin from environmental aggressors. Created in 1982 and continually updated since there’s a reason it’s still a best seller.

Key Features:

• Fast-absorbing gel-like consistency
• Exclusive peptides for collagen production
• Slow-release hyaluronic acid for continuous hydration
• Rich in antioxidants
• Oil-free
• Dermatologist and ophthalmologist tested
• Free of synthetic fragrances
• Comes in multiple sizes: 30ml, 50ml, 75ml

Available At:

• $156.00 (for 100ml)From Amazon
• $108.00 (usually $135.00 for 30ml) From Adore Beauty
• $135.00 (for 30ml) From David Jones

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Drunk Elephant C-Firma Day Serum

$129.00 at Mecca

Best For: Anti-ageing day serum

While many anti ageing serums feature nighttime ingredients like acids and retinol, vitamin C is a youth-boosting powerhouse best used during the day. The ingredient is incredibly effective at neutralising the free radicals found in pollution that cause inflammation in our skin, a critical factor in the ageing process.

C-Firma from Drunk Elephant is a cult product that combines brightening L-Ascorbic acid with ferulic acid and vitamin E to create a super-effective formula. It also addresses the issue of vitamin C: stability. Vitamin C isn’t the most stable antioxidant, this is why this serum is made for mixing. When you open it, you blend the l-ascorbic acid powder with a serum containing gently exfoliating pumpkin ferments, anti-ageing peptides and hydrating sodium hyaluronate, “activating” the product and ensuring maximum efficacy.

Key Features:

• The L-ascorbic acid component is activated upon use for maximum efficacy
• Pumpkin ferment provides gentle exfoliation, enzymatically dissolving only dead skin cells
• sodium hyaluronate boosts moisture
• Chronocyclin is a chronopeptide mimics the antioxidant benefits of vitamin D, stimulating skin regeneration
• Twist cap pump ensures the product doesn’t leak when not in use
• 30ml

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Dermalogica Multivitamin Power Firm Serum

$81.20 (usually $101.50) at Adore Beauty

Best For: Under eyes

Did you know the skin around your under eyes is thinner than the skin on the rest of your face? Or that, unlike the skin on the rest of your face, it doesn’t produce its own moisturising factors? The skin under our eyes is one of the first areas to show wear and tear and benefits from specific products that address fine lines, dark circles and puffiness. Dermalogica has come to the rescue with this targeted serum that combines vitamins A, C and E with smoothing silicone for an eye cream that instantly blurs and smoothes while regenerating the skin under the eye over time.

Key Features:

• Vitamins A, C and E stimulate collagen production, hydrate, protect and soothe
• Organic silicones protect skin against further damage and have an instant smoothing effect, and create an excellent base for concealer
• Can be used on the area around the lips
• 15ml

Available At:

• $114.00 From David Jones
• $88.35 (usually $114.00) From Active Skin

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La Roche-Posay Redermic Retinol B3 Anti-Ageing Serum

$59.96 (usually $74.95) at Priceline

Best For: Sensitive skin

If you’re looking for a “does all” skincare ingredient, retinol is the best choice. Retinol and other vitamin A derivatives speed up skin cell turnover, reducing the depth of fine lines, the appearance of hyperpigmentation, and uneven texture caused by open pores and acne scarring. By removing dead skin cells it even helps with preventing acne. The only issue with retinol is it can be a little irritating, a side effect which often excludes sensitive skin types. This is why the experts at La Roche Posay have added soothing vitamin B3 to this serum to dial down irritation and care for the complexion’s natural moisture barrier. Use at night and ensure you wear plenty of SPF during the day.

Key Features:

• Combines potent retinol with soothing vitamin B3 for a gentle, hydrating anti ageing formula
• Hydrating water-based consistency
• Dropper bottle for easy measuring
• 30ml

Available At:

• $63.99 (usually $74.95) at Chemist Warehouse
• $53.95 (usually $74.95) at Amazon
• $59.96 (usually $74.95) at Adore Beauty

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Skinceuticals Silymarin CF Vitamin C Serum

$193.60 (usually $242.00) at Adore Beauty

Best For: Oily and acne-prone skin types

Anti-ageing serums often focus on loading the skin up with hydration, which can make finding an effective skin-renewing serum that doesn’t cause congestion difficult. Skinceuticals creators of the beloved Skinceuticals CE Ferulic Serum have addressed the needs of those with oily and acne-prone skin with Silymarin CF. The serum blends 15% l-ascorbic acid and 0.5% ferulic acid with a low percentage of pore clearing, sebum-regulating salicylic acid and calming silymarin (a milk thistle extract).

If you’re prone to breakouts this product will provide your skin with all the protective and brightening benefits of vitamin C while also clearing pores and preventing breakout triggering oil oxidization. Sign us oily gals up.

Key Features:

• Salicylic acid and milk thistle extract gently exfoliate, brighten and regulate sebum, preventing and addressing acne
• Vitamin C and ferulic acid shield skin from environmental aggressors, brighten and even skin tone
• Oil free formula
• 30ml

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U Beauty The Barrier Bioactive Treatment

$328.36 at Net-A-Porter

Best For: Barrier

It’s easy to forget about the importance of a healthy skin barrier when we’re thinking about anti-ageing. After all, most skincare products talk about “resurfacing” and “regenerating.” But taking care of the surface of your skin is essential if you’re hoping to ensure you’re skin’s glow well into the future. Skincare company U Beauty has addressed this with the award-winning Barrier Bioactive Treatment, which is something of a serum in reverse.

This product contains concentrated bioactive marine ingredients to soften and strengthen skin, accompanied by gently exfoliating urea, sebum regulating vitamin B6 and barrier-boosting shea butter. Unlike most serums, this product is designed to be applied last, locking in your active products and protecting your complexion against nighttime trans epidermal water loss. Think of it as the “skin slugging” trend gone seriously luxe.

Key Features:

• Bioactive marine extracts soften and hydrate skin
• Urea gently exfoliates
• Vitamin B6 regulates sebum production
• Shea butter and glycerin create a barrier-boosting film
• Unique “slugging” application method
• 50ml

Available At:

• $318.00 at David Jones

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Chanel Le Lift Firming Anti-Wrinkle Serum

$240.00 at Myer

Best For: Instant results

The most luxurious way to save face after a late night, this serum from Chanel has a “tweakment in a bottle” effect on the skin, providing an instant tightening effect that lasts up to 24 hours. If you’re anticipating a puffy face come morning, we recommend popping the serum in the fridge; you’ll be extra grateful for the cooling gel come morning. The serum also contains black peppermint complex, potent vitamin C, and alfalfa extracts to protect the complexion from oxidative stress. Long-term and short-term wins.

Key Features:

• Instant tightening effect lasts up to 24-hours
• Deep hydration
• Antioxidants protect from oxidative damage
• 93% naturally derived ingredients
• 30ml

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Clarins Double Serum

$240.00 at Clarins

Best For: Lightweight

This serum is an all-rounder designed to provide anti-ageing benefits for oily, dry, and dehydrated skin types at any age. The dual chambers combine two separate serums, water- and oil-based, for a deeply hydrating and fast-absorbing texture. The serum contains 21 active plant extracts, including turmeric, cocoa, banana tree, European horse chestnut, and an ingredient aptly named “the leaf of life.” Your skin will look like you’ve been snacking on the leaf of life within a few days of using.

Key Features:

• Dual-phase oil and water-based serums provide deeply hydrating but lightweight consistency
• Perfect for oily skin types who prefer a lighter finish, but want anti-ageing results
• 21 botanical ingredients provide antioxidant protection
• Pump bottle is leak-proof and air-tight for maximum freshness
• Non-sticky gel consistency
• Available in multiple sizes: 30ml, 50ml, 75ml

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Go-To Skincare Very Amazing Retinal

$85.00 at Go-To Skincare

Best for: Introductory vitamin A

As we’ve mentioned, vitamin A is one of the best ingredients to look for in an anti-ageing serum. This serum from Go-To Skincare uses retinal, a vitamin A derivative known for being less irritating than its cousins, and encapsulates it to decrease the potential for sensitivity further. The retinal is accompanied by collagen-stimulating peptides and brightening and soothing niacinamide. This serum is the perfect introduction to more powerful anti-ageing ingredients.

Key Features:

• Gentle encapsulated retinal
• Anti-ageing peptides
• Brightening and soothing niacinamide
• Air tight pump packaging
• Microbiota balancing orobanche extract
• Mushroom extract and centella to calm irritation
• 30ml

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Ole Henriksen, Transform Double Rewind Pro-Grade 0.3% Retinol Serum

$105.00 at Sephora

This retinol from Ole Henriksen is a worthy option. The formula balances two potent retinoids with soothing aloe vera to offset any irritation and an antioxidant complex to boost protection and repair. While it packs a punch, it’s gentle on sensitive skin types. To introduce it into your routine, start one night on, one night off, before building up to every night.

Key Features:

• 0.3 per cent active retinoid
• Cream consistency
• Aloe vera to offset irritation
• Hyaluronic acid, glycerin and plant oils hydrate
• Antioxidants for protection

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How Are Anti Ageing Serums Different To Moisturisers?

A serum might seem like another pricey step in your skincare routine, it’s one worth investing in. Serums have a lower molecular weight and lighter texture than moisturisers meaning they penetrate the skin better, making their delivery of active ingredients more effective. Furthermore, because they’re not loaded up with emollient and humectant ingredients they can have a higher concentration of actives like vitamin C, retinoids and acids that allow them to target specific skin concerns quickly.

What Should I Look For In An Anti Ageing Serum?

When shopping for an anti-ageing serum, it’s important to hone in on your concerns. Is your skin super dehydrated? Are you worried about dark spots and blemishes? This will guide you to the product that’s right for you. For instance, if you’re most worried about dark spots, you should look for serums with ingredients like retinoids, vitamin C, and vitamin A. And if you want anti-ageing results, but you’re also trying to treat acne, keep an eye out for serums with exfoliating ingredients like alpha and beta hydroxy acids. Ultimately, the best serum for you is the one that targets your specific needs, and fortunately there are plenty to choose from.

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Best Summer Beauty Trends From LFW SS25

Ombre Gloss

At Ahluwalia, lead makeup artist Mata Mariélle used MAC products to create a high gloss sunset lip featuring a gentle ombre transition with a combination of terracotta tones.

Bejewelled Barretes

Beauty at Simone Rocha’s introduced rebellious, gothic elements to a collection that celebrated Rocha’s signature ballet styles, but with mature sheer off-white cloaks and ankle-grazing cloaks. Hair reflected this energy with severe centre-parted hair secured by dazzling floral barrettes for boys and girls.

Cool Pastels

As at New York Fashion Week, London saw plenty of soft goth beauty moments trickling down the runway. We were particularly taken with the muted and romantic dove grey lids at KNWLS, paired with a cool-toned terracotta lip (makeup artist Thomas de Kluyver shared this was “Lucy” dark Orange Lipstick from Gucci). Perfect for goth girls who struggle to transition their aesthetics into summer.

Architectural Nails

There were plenty of decorative nails at London fashion week, but the transparent petal drop manicures created by Ama Quashie for Nensi Dojaka were our personal favourites bringing a whimsical accent to the traditional gothic black manicure.

Greige Undertones For Lips

A consistent trend has been for greige takes on traditional colours, from purple to terracotta. We saw muted orange at KNWLS and greige-toned plum “smoker’s lips” (ahem, makeup artist Marcelo Gutierrez’s words, not ours) all over New York Fashion Week. At Roksanda, flowy terracotta gowns looks were complimented with slicked-back buns and, you guessed it, smokey greige-toned purple lips. The Gabriette-effect is officially in full swing.

Best Summer Beauty Trends From NYFW SS25

Embellished Buns

There was something old-world about the fresh skin and flushed lips and cheeks at Alice + Olivia. The romantic collection had echoes of Bridgerton, with a contemporary Nara Smith update. Silky skin was complimented by major hair scrunchies or delicate pearl detailing framing exaggerated ballet buns.

Blurred Lips

While we all love a pop of colour come summer, the hassle of maintenance during the holiday season can feel like a lot. The blurred lip trend is the perfect way to create a bright, satin pout that lasts. Berry tints were concentrated in the centre of the lip and then faded out at Ulla Jonshon, where the Sisley Paris Lip Twist Matte in Shade Kiss was used, and similarly hazy berry shades were spotted at Grace Ling. We love the Violette FR, Bisou Balm ($46.00) for creating this long-wearing, smoothing and blurred lip-look.

Terracotta Blush or “Blonzer”

“Blonzer” has been trending all year, and at Ralph Lauren and Kim Shui makeup artists reached for terracotta tones swept across cheeks, nose bridges and foreheads to give models a just back from the beach and off to the club glow. At Kim Shui, M.A.C Cushion Blush in the peachy-taupe shade “Please” was deployed for the perfect sun-kissed flush.

Blunt Bobs

The blunt, f*ck-ass bob has the beauty community in a chokehold, and NYFW provided plenty of inspiration with blunt, shiny bobs popping up everywhere from Christian Siriano, where hair was placed in architectural swirls and scattered with sparkles to Christian Cowan, where bobs were cut so high they grazed cheekbones. Will we pair our chops with Gabriette-style razor-thin brows? We’re almost convinced.

Underliner

Sadly for the Tumblr generation, the cat eye has been labelled woefully millennial on TikTok, but Jonathan Cohen and Kim Shui came to the rescue with its younger, hotter cousin. These smokey waterlines were buffed out for a blurred effect. They gave a gothic, almost ethereal quality and flattering lift to the eye.

Soft Goth

The lingering brat influence seems like it will carry over into summer with soft goth and luxe grunge looks popping up at Wiederhoeft, which drew inspiration from the 1947 film Black Narcissus along with Area and Palomo Spain were grey-toned berry lips (makeup artist Marcelo Gutierrez referred to his greige berry as a “smokers lip”) offered a lighter more wearable take on Beetlejuice Beetlejuice Jenna Ortega glam. 

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“I think Chanel N°5 is one of the most iconic fragrances in the world. It’s incredible to be a part of it. There’s such an impressive lineage of women who’ve been associated with the fragrance over the years. I am very honoured to be joining that long list of incredible talents,” Robbie said of her appointment.

Margot is not the first Australian actress to be the face of Chanel N°5, with Nicole Kidman famously appearing in the campaign directed by Baz Luhrmann. Other actresses to front the iconic perfume include Marion Cotillard and Catherine Deneuve.

Upon announcing Robbie as the face of Chanel N°5, the luxury house celebrated her role as an actress and a producer, “finding and championing female stories”.

“An Academy Award nominated actress and a visionary producer, Margot Robbie is a woman who has decided to create the conditions for her own accomplishments, always with the desire to tell stories carried by strong female figures in mind,” the statement said. “Her career as an actress and producer is impressive, her aura is irresistible, her charisma, both powerful and serene, resonates in every way with the unique character of the iconic N°5.”

Margot’s Chanel N°5 campaign will be released in October.

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We’re extremely well practiced in being patient as we wait for the runway looks to hit stores, but we’re also endlessly grateful that we don’t need to wait when it comes to the beauty trends. Eyeliner techniques, shimmer eyeshadow placements, and wet-look hairstyles are three examples of trends that we have tried based on the looks coming down the runways.

This season, we’re turning our eagle eye to the manicures. Inky black polishes, barely-there nudes, and chrome accents are all on show at New York Fashion Week, and ahead, we break it all down.

Muted Earth-Toned Manicure

Classics are considered as such for a reason, and when it comes to muted, earthy-toned nudes, that reason is fairly obvious. At Monse, the Jin Soon Demure polish matched the brown tones in the garments and accessories alike without stealing any of the focus, and if you ask us, that was very mindful, very cutesy of it.

Metallic Accent Nails

Metallic accent manicures have been a big nail trend over the past two years, and have evolved beyond the ultra-viral Hailey Bieber glazed doughnut manicure (though that’s still absolutely kicking around) to bolder, more opaque silver chrome effects. At Libertine’s New York Fashion Week show, Celebrity manicurist Julie Kandalec embraced a silver chrome almond manicure. The metallic manicure was paired with a neon statement half-moon, making it the perfect sunny nail option for spring and summer.

Smokey Quartz Manicure

For the Prabal Gurung SS25 show, New York-based manicurist Gina Edwards created a smokey quartz-effect manicure using press-ons for the models to wear during the show. The nails were a creative take on the ombré manicure trend that’s been big on TikTok this year and perfectly complemented the gauzy, sheer skirts that wafted down the runway.

Midnight Blue Manicure

For a softer take on a dark and moody manicure (no, they’re not reserved exclusively for winter), make like Jin Soon did at Proenza Schouler SS25 and opt for a midnight blue hue. This shade is Abyss and, in our opinion, is the blue polish equivalent of a universally flattering red-wine shade.

Matchy-Matchy Manicure

Though the photographer at Alice and Olivia was rightly focused on the fashion, we couldn’t help but notice the matchy-matchy manicures. Models wearing florals wore matching floral accents on their nails, people in red dresses wore vampy scarlet talons, and this polka-dotted blouse was also paired with a bold spotty design. Consider us inspired.

Milky Periwinkle Manicure

One benefit of operating in a different season in the southern hemisphere is that many trends we see coming down the Fashion Month pike can be incorporated into our routines immediately. That was certainly the case at Monse, where a milky periwinkle manicure immediately caught our eye. The specific shade used is Jin Soon Bliss and we’ll definitely be giving it a run this spring.

Glazed French Manicure

The humble French manicure is back, baby, but in 2024, we’re not just sticking with a typical milky-white tip with a nude base. Subtle upgrades like this chrome, glaze-effect topper at Alice and Olivia add modernity to an otherwise traditional manicure. It’s a pretty addition to a pretty, sparkling ensemble.

Inky Black Manicure

For fans of an black manicure, the short-cut nails at Proenza Schouler SS25 will be all the inspiration you need to buck the predictably colourful, bright manicure trends this spring. The models’ nails were kept short and painted an opaque black, perfectly complementing the subtle shine of the leather looks coming down the runway.

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To recap Kendall’s impressive beauty journey, we picked her best looks from over the years. Keep scrolling to chart her transition from pared-back teen to all-out icon.

Kendall Jenner Before & After: A Complete Beauty Evolution From 2009 To Now

2009

Kendall Jenner sporting full lashes and a bright white inner-eye shadow at the Teen Choice Awards in 2009.

2010

Kendall Jenner sporting heavy eyeliner and a nude lip at the Los Angeles Premiere of ‘Burlesque’ in 2010.

2010

In 2010, the 15 year old wore smoked out bronze shadow to the Los Angeles Film Festival.

2011

The following year Kendall kept her makeup simple with a flick of black eyeliner and tawny blush.

2012

Early in 2012 Jenner paired a bold red lip with a loose bun and lots of mascara.

2012

Kendall looked effortless with a low side-swept braid and nude lipstick in 2012.

2012

Later that year, Kendall was photographed in Sydney with a golden tan and rosy cheeks.

2013

The model changed up her brunette locks with freshly dyed auburn streaks in 2013.

2014

At the 67th Annual Cannes Film Festival in 2014 Kendall wore a centre-part and dusty pink lipstick.

2014

Kendall kept her look classic with spidery lashes, a matte red lip and slicked back hair in 2014.

2014

Kendall opted for a bronzed, monochromatic look with nude lips and gold eyeshadow in 2014.

2015

The height of contouring-mania, Kendall went for a heavy, cheekbone chiselling look and a dramatic smokey eye at the 2015 American Music Awards.

2016

Kendall Jenner’s look at the 2016 Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show after party consisted of lightly contoured cheeks, a winged eye and pale pink lips with a satin finish.

2016

Kendall begins to experiment with the staple ‘off duty model look’, featuring pared back makeup with a minimalist feel while attending the Harper’s BAZAAR party in 2016.

2017

Still sporting that minimalist makeup look, Kendall arrives at a party in Beverly Hills with glowing skin and simple hair in October 11, 2017

2017

Kendall Jenner attends the 2017 Met Gala sporting fluttery lashes and a bright, coral red lip.

2018

Kendall Jenner attends the 2018 Vanity Fair Oscar Party with pouty nude lips and a subtle smokey eye.

2018

At an adidas event in London on November 15, 2018, with sunkissed skin, neutral eye makeup and a sleek, shoulder-length bob.

2019

Kendall Jenner at the 2019 Vanity Fair Oscars After Party with bronzed eye makeup, a glossy nude lip and voluminous, side-swept hair on February 24, 2019.

2019

Kendall Jenner at the opening of the Tiffany & Co store in Sydney wearing a sleek bun, minimal eye makeup and pink lips on April 4, 2019.

2020

Kendall briefly went blonde for a few runway shows in early 2020. She recently posted an Instagram saying that she missed the look but we love her current hair.

2021

Before lockdown began, Kendall opted for caramel highlights for a very summery look. She wasn’t alone as little sister Kylie also went down the same colour route.

2021

Kendall went long and dark with her locks in 2021 and even attended a charity softball game sporting this athletic look.

2021

At the 2021 Met Gala, Kendall opted for classic elegance with a simple up-do and understaded-glam maekup.

2022

Around March and April, 2022, Kendall swapped her iconic dark hair for an auburn hue. This is the lightest we’ve ever seen Kendall’s mane and, of course, she pulls it off.

2022

First the hair, now the eyebrows? At the 2021 Met Gala, Kendall shocked fans by bleaching her eyebrows. The theme was ‘Gilded Glamour’, so perhaps Kenny applied that to her brows? Either way, the bleached brows didn’t stick around for long.

2023

Kendall has been busy growing out her hair and was spied in early 2023 with Rapunzel-long locks. Has the reality star-turned-model also ditched the fake tan?

2023

The tan is back—and with gorgeous shades of chocolate brown for both hair and face. At the 2023 Vanity Fair Oscars afterparty, Kendall roped her long hair into a sexy up do. She also beautifully paired her gold vintage gown with brown-hued make-up, including a soft tan lip (with dark brown lip liner—very 2023), bronzed cheeks and a subtle brown smoky eye.

2024

At the 2024 Met Gala, Kendall donned cascading extensions and natural glam to deliver this ‘elf princess’ look.

2024

For her Calvin Klein campaign, Kendall rocked a short, shaggy cropped haircut —which we’re fairly sure was a wig. Still, it’s always fun to see an eternal long-hair devotee experiment with a pixie cut.

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Born in the ’70s (thank you Barbra Streisand), but brought into its own during The Simple Life era, the beige-to-pink base with white tips nail trend is iconic, to say the least.

Traditionally characterised by a natural nail plate topped with a precisely painted white ‘tip’, it’s a style that has been lauded as the ideal for everything from school formals to wedding days. I’d hazard a guess that the first manicure most of us ever had was a French manicure.

Some may say the French manicure is dated, but we’d argue it’s a timeless nail art design that can be adapted to your every mood. Plus, it looks just as good on long nails as it does short nails. Bright micro French manicures add a subtle pop of colour to your beauty look, while a chrome ombré interprets the classic style in an extremely modern way. Meanwhile, a double French manicure gives you even more options to play with colour.

This spring, we’re reclaiming the French manicure, and you’ll probably find us mixing up the colour, style, nail length, and even adding little leopard prints to our tips all through the warmer seasons. Ahead, we’re providing some inspiration for your own French manicure, whether you want to try it at home (perhaps your hand is steadier than ours!) or want to save the link to share with your nail tech on your next visit.

And the best part is, it’s one of the easiest types of nail art to try yourself at home.

How to create French tip nails at home

There are multiple French manicure methods, but these are the two easiest:

1. Use nail guards

White tip or French tip nail guards ($2.15, The Nail Shop) are essentially small adhesive strips that guarantee seamless separation between the two colours.

To use, apply your base colour as normal, then wait for it to completely dry.

Then, apply the adhesive guard strip underneath the smile line of the nail (where the white usually meets the pink) and paint your second colour over the tip of the nail.

Once happy with the colour, peel off the strip cleanly with tweezers and leave your fresh manicure to dry.

2. Use a striping brush

If you’d rather go free-hand, you’ll just need a striping brush ($15.40, The Nail Shop).

These are slimmer than a traditional brush that comes with the bottle, allowing for a more precise application.

Apply your base polish first as normal, then once dry, use the striping brush to create your tip, making sure to curve inwards at the edges.

Modern French nail designs to try

Glitter Double French Manicure

For a minimal French manicure design that glitters when it catches the light, ask for a micro double French, painted with silver glitter polish.

Tonal French Manicure

If you don’t relish the thought of having your natural nail colour on show, choose two similarly toned colours (or contrasting colours) to have an all-colour French manicure.

Vanilla French Manicure

The classics will never go out of style, but we particularly love how this French manicure has a more milky white finish, rather than a stark block of white.

Chrome Chocolate Ombré Manicure

Admittedly, this design isn’t quite a French manicure, but it’s heading in that direction if you want to dip your toe in. Chocolate brown nails are trending this year and this is a playful way to embrace the colour.

Red Triple French Manicure

Though this nail art design works any time of year, we think it is particularly perfect for the holiday season, on account of it looking like a candy cane.

Not-So-Brat French Manicure

If Charlie XCX has inspired you to embrace the colour green but you don’t want to go full brat, this vibrant, almost-Bottega green is perfect for you this spring.

Micro Red French Manicure

We’re suckers for a red manicure but this micro tip design is youthful, playful, and still has everything we love about two timeless manicure trends (red polish and French).

Leopard Print French Manicure

We adore manicures that don’t adhere to the long-held “rules”, like ensuring every nail looks identical. This design appeals to us because of its leopard tips and cherry art accent nails.

Lovers French Manicure

Wear your heart on your sleeve nails with this cutesy French manicure design.

Negative Space French Manicure

Alternating nail art designs and negative space collide in this classy yet moody manicure.

Reverse Double French Manicure

The reverse and double French manicures join forces to create this zesty nail art design that reminds us of a summer sunset.

Wavy French Manicure

This asymmetrical, wavy, duo-tone French manicure is a clever reinterpretation of the traditional French manicure.

Love Heart French Tip Manicure

This love heart tip is a reminder that there are no rules when it comes to the French manicure.

Two-Tone Flower French Manicure

We’ll do the honours: flowers, for spring? Groundbreaking. (But honestly, this manicure does feel kind of revolutionary for a French manicure design.)

Gold Chrome French Manicure

This gold-painted French manicure is yet another gorgeous festive nail idea.

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The birth of an icon

Skincare expert Paula Begoun founded the brand in 1992, with an ethos that was laser-focused on transparency, high-quality and highly-effective ingredients as well as a unique customer connection.

The lineup quickly gathered a cult following. And it’s easy to see why.
Its science-backed, no-nonsense approach to skincare has garnered fans the world over who up until now, have faithfully shopped online at Paula’s Choice website. Now, these die-hard skincare fans can get their hands on these holy grail products at their local Sephora.

Paula’s Choice X Sephora: why now?

After almost 30 years as an e-commerce-only retailer, taking Paula’s Choice to Sephora is a total power move, and one that’s sure to cement the brand as a global skincare icon.

Loyal fans can now access the potent formulas with a side of expert advice from Sephora’s beauty consultants, and of course, the joy of trying before buying.

EXFOLIATE

Paula’s Choice 2% BHA Liquid Exfoliant

$49

Loved by A-list celebs, including Selena Gomez and Kaia Gerber who hailed it ‘a miracle’, this super-slougher has won over 30 global beauty awards. It’s also garnered more than 70,000 5-star reviews and is Paula’s Choice Number One global best seller, with one bottle sold every six minutes around the world. With two per cent salicylic acid, it gently removes any debris and dead cells on the skin’s surface, revealing clearer, brighter skin. It’ll become a staple in your skincare routine after just one use.

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 C15 Vitamin C Super Booster

$76

Packed with 15 per cent Vitamin C, plus vitamin C and anti-inflammatory, tone-correcting Ferulic acid, this brightens, firm and helps address the signs of ageing. It’s the original trailblazer for complexion-boosting skincare and is also Paula’s Choice best-selling Booster.

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Clinical 1% Retinol Treatment

$92

This lightweight, quickly-absorbed, fluid-lotion booster helps deliver the skin you’ve always wanted. High-strength retinol (1 per cent)  works alongside peptides to help even skin tone, improve radiance, soften the look of lines and leave your complexion smooth and glowing.

For use on all skin types, this is globally recognised as an award-winning retinol treatment and is the number one selling retinol in Sephora in the USA. 

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Clinical 20% Niacinamide Treatment

$76

A highly concentrated niacinamide treatment, this sold out in record time and earned a spot in the Paula’s Choice hall of fame. It’s also another favourite of Kaia Gerber’s.

Little wonder — with a world-first 20 percent niacinamide working in tandem with antioxidant-rich purslane and skin-brightening acetyl glucosamine, it was initially crafted for Paula herself. She loved it so much, she shared. Now we can all enjoy refined pores, more even skin and improved radiance.

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Resist Barrier Repair Advanced Moisturizer

$56

A deeply nourishing formula that supports the skin’s natural barrier, this suits-all-skin-types moisturiser hydrates and balances, thanks to ceramides and lipids, while protecting the skin’s natural barrier defences.

It’s the salve for stressed skin and the go-to for healthier skin.

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Have you heard of Paula’s Beautypedia? Get to know your ingredients

Concerned about the ingredients you’re putting on your skin? Enter, Beautypedia, a tool developed by Paula Begoun that helps you instantly analyse the ingredients in any skin care product.

You’ll find the science-backed facts you want on skin care products and ingredients from the research and education team at Paula’s Choice, along with its science advisory board, who have over two decades of experience in the science of skincare. Discover more at Paula’s Choice.

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For the J’Adore campaign, Rihanna was back on familiar ground, shooting in Versailles with photographer Steven Klein. The duo previously worked together for Dior’s “Secret Garden IV” campaign, also captured at the legendary location. Then, the photos and film showcased Rihanna strolling, stomping, and running around the gilded palace at night. This time around, Rihanna is presented as a golden goddess with blonde caramel hair and a new neckpiece reminiscent of the signature bottle.

Rihanna’s return has been highly anticipated. A few weeks ago, the Dior Instagram account teased that “J’Adore has a new queen.” Fans began to speculate it was Rihanna after she was spotted at the brand’s Fall 2022 ready-to-wear show and Spring 2024 haute couture show. J’Adore is also the kind of fragrance you might imagine Rihanna wearing. It’s floral, with a hypnotic blend of ylang ylang, Damascena rose, and jasmine, but it’s still complex and surprising. She will be replacing Charlize Theron, who has been the face of J’Adore for two decades. Theron isn’t leaving Dior altogether—instead, she will be the French fashion house’s style, jewellery, and skin care ambassador. Rihanna’s full campaign video launches on September 1.

This article was originally published on ELLE US and was reshared here with permission.

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If like us, you have a six-step night-time routine and are constantly reading up on the latest launches, nothing is more painful than watching your significant other take a three-dollar body soap and double it for a face wash and shampoo.

Or perhaps the person you’re shopping for has already dipped their toes into skincare and is ready to branch out into serums and masks?

Whatever the motivation, we firmly believe the best way to introduce reluctant loved ones to an effective skincare routine is by gifting them one—Father’s Day, birthdays, Christmas, they’re getting skincare gift sets.

Below, find the best skincare kits and gifts for men that will get results and see that pesky soap set aside.

Best Skincare Sets For Men

SkinCeuticals AM/PM Pack

$316 at Adore Beauty

Any skincare-obsessive will know the gold standard of vitamin C serums comes from SkinCeuticals. This kit not only contains the brand’s cult serum, but also their Resveratrol B E,  Hyaluronic Acid Intensifier and Ultra Facial Defense SPF50 for a well-rounded AM to PM routine suited to all experience levels.

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The Ordinary The Balance Set

$48.40 at Adore Beauty

When it comes to affordable skincare that delivers results, you can’t go past The Ordinary. This set does it all and includes their famous Squalane Cleanser, Salicylic Acid Masque, Niacinamide and Zinc Serum, and Natural Moisturising Factors.

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IkkariMorning Skin Ritual

$200 at Ikkari

Complete his morning ritual with this three-step routine built around high-performing plant extracts and actives. The serum is a brilliant skin saver with aloe vera, antioxidants and vitamins A, C, and E.

The cream, meanwhile, is built to keep water in the skin and prevent transepidermal water loss. Of course, this is combined with sunscreen, an essential step in every skincare routine.

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Skin Essentials

$150.95 usually $189.95 at Alpha-H

You tailor your skincare routine to your skin type, so why shouldn’t he? Alpha-H offers a range of essential kits for dry, oily or combination skin. The biggest benefit? You can pinch his goodies from the cult-beauty brand for yourself.

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Fresh Start Men’s Essential Skincare Set

$126, Kiehls

Featuring the Kiehls Energising Face Wash and Moisture Treatment, this is a great option for the man in your life who can really not be bothered with an extensive routine but wants something that works.

With Vitamin C, menthol and caffeine, it’s the perfect morning routine to wake up his skin, banish dark circles, keep ageing free radicals at bay and help skin turnover.

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Bro-To The Bedtime Skin

$60 (usually $110) at Bro-To

Designed for the body-wash-as-shampoo guys out there, Bro-To’s skincare line is simple yet effective—exactly what you want for the skincare beginner in your life.

This set comes with the brand’s Properly Clean Cleanser, Very Lightweight Moisturiser or Very Useful Face Cream (depending on your skin type) and Face Hero for healthy, hydrated skin.

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Anti-Fatigue Essentials Bundle

$101.60 at Lumin

This Anti-Fatigue Essentials Set, packed with therapeutic botanicals and hydrating oils, includes everything you need to keep your skincare routine short yet effective. Anti-aging and brightening, Lumin will lift tired-looking skin, even out skin tone, and fade scars.

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STUFF Fresh Face & Body Set

$40 at THE ICONIC

Him calling your precious skincare ‘stuff’ just took on a whole new (and improved) meaning with this no-fuss brand. There’s a skincare pack for every level of expert, but our fave is this trio including a face wash, body wash and moisturiser.

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Paula’s Choice Skin Balancing Essential Kit

$146, Paula’s Choice

If your significant other is keen to shrink pores, balance their natural oils and work towards a brighter complexion, this is the perfect option for them.

Combining an oil-reducing cleanser, BHA liquid exfoliant, broad-spectrum sunscreen and moisture gel, it’s a great all-rounder for those getting started with their skincare, or those struggling with acne, redness and pigmentation.

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The Skills The Skillset

$165 at THE ICONIC

If the gentleman in question is already well-versed in the world of skincare, he’s sure to appreciate this Skillset kit complete with Anti-Aging Foaming Face Wash, Auto Correct Face Serum and Detox Day Face Mask.

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Looking to save money on mens skincare gifts? Check out our coupon codes for The Iconic, Paulas Choice and more.

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We’re pretty spoiled for choice when it comes to lip products. Between balms, liners, glosses and lipsticks, there’s an endless stream of products that will deliver the precise finish you want. But in 2024, lip oils have emerged as the pout MVP, and that’s for good reason. In the beauty world, oils have long been lauded for providing a boost of hydration and an enviable glow to the face and body — but they’ve had a bit of a rebrand, with the emergence of tinted juicy products for the lips. Now, they’re as much a cosmetic product as a nourishing lip product.

“A lip oil is a cross between a nourishing lip balm and a high-shine lip gloss. It’s really the best of both worlds,” makeup artist and MECCA Makeup Education Lead, Ashleigh Fenton, explains. “While it hydrates and plumps your lips, it also gives you a long-lasting, super glossy pout.”

If you love the look of a gloss but hate the stickiness of a thick lip gloss, a lip oil should be at the top of your wish list. It often provides all the moisturising benefits of a balm while still delivering a beautiful sheen. You can use it by itself for a mirror-like finish, or apply your favourite lipstick on top for a coloured, glossy dreamscape. If you’re not keen on the oil/lipstick combo, you can opt for a tinted lip oil to give you the two-for-one deal on hydration and colour.

So, if you’re looking for a winter go-to or often suffer from dry lips, an oil could be the holy grail product you’ve been searching for. Ahead, shop our favourite lip oils for 2024.

The Best Lip Oils To Shop In 2024

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Fenty Beauty Gloss Bomb Universal Lip Luminizer

$36 from Sephora

The lip oils from Fenty Beauty (both the plumping ‘Heat’ formula and the original Gloss Bomb luminizers) are beloved by beauty lovers, thanks to their incredible shine and silky texture.

Key Features:

• 12 shades
• XXL doe-foot applicator wand
• Cruelty-free

Available at:

• $36 from Sephora
• $36 from Fenty Beauty

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NYX Fat Oil Lip Drip

$11.99 (usually $19.99) at Chemist Warehouse

The NYX Fat Oil is an ultra-high shine product available in five shades. The colour payoff is substantial with this product and it easily stands alone as a colour cosmetic without any additional lipstick applied underneath. Plus, it’s extremely affordable.

Key Features:

• 5 shades
• Included hydrating oils like raspberry and cloudberry

Available at:

• $11.99 from Chemist Warehouse
• $9.99 (usually $19.99) from Priceline
• $19.99 from Adore Beauty

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DIOR Dior Addict Lip Glow Oil

$64 at Dior

The Dior lip oil is a true lip care and gloss hybrid. It’s enriched with cherry oil and formulated to form a film over your lips to protect them from external stressors and prevent dryness. It’s extremely lightweight and non-sticky, and there’s not even a whiff of greasiness, despite its status as a lip oil.

Key Features:

• 10 shades
• Lightweight and non-sticky

Available at:

• $64 from Dior
• $64 from Adore Beauty
• $64 from Myer

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Clarins Instant Light Lip Comfort Oil

$48 from Adore Beauty

The Clarins Instant Light Lip Comfort Oil is considered one of the original lip oils. It’s unsurprising then that it still feels like a true lip oil (thin, nourishing, lightweight), with a whisper of tint, plenty of shine, and juicy hydration.

Key Features:

• 10 shades
• Thin texture
• Contains jojoba and hazelnut oils

Available at:

• $48 from Adore Beauty
• $37.89 (usually $48) from The Iconic
• $48 from Sephora

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Summer Fridays Dream Lip Oil

$43 at Mecca

Summer Fridays skincare products never fail to give us glowing skin, and the same can be said for these glossy lip oils. They’re cruelty-free and contain a rich blend of plant-based oils for a silky and almost creamy texture on the lips. There’s also a very slight cooling effect that provides a subtle freshness to the lips.

Key Features:

• 4 shades
• Highly pigmented
• Silky texture

Available at:

• $43 from Mecca
• $51.48 from Cult Beauty

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Too Faced Kissing Jelly Lip Oil Gloss

$37 at Mecca

Too Faced doesn’t take itself too seriously, creating fun products that transport us back to our childhoods every time we use them. That is certainly the case with the Kissing Jelly Lip Oil Glosses. Don’t be fooled by the playful flavours (piña colada, sweet cotton candy, and grape soda for example), this lip oil has been a fixture in our handbags since launching earlier this year, and surprisingly, our favourite shade is this blue tint, which adds a lilac-like wash of colour to the lips — it might not be for everyone, but it’s certainly for us.

Key Features:

• 6 shades
• Subtle tint
• Lightweight jelly-like texture

Available at:

• $37 from Mecca

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While Kylie has spoken somewhat candidly about the cosmetic adjustments involved in becoming the Bratz-esque glamour queen we know and love, the 27-year-old is now determined to switch up her iconic look. “I’m in a very experimental era with makeup and I’m so willing to try new things and new looks,” Kylie told Vogue in 2023. “I’ve changed my look a lot—I think that I’m into more natural skin. I wear a lot less, but I’ve accomplished the same snatched look.” 

Curious to see how Kylie has shaken-up her makeup and beauty look? Here, we round up all the major looks Kylie has repped over the years, as well as her complete beauty transformation, from 2007 to now.

Kylie Jenner’s Before & After Beauty Evolution

May 9, 2009.

August 9, 2009.

September 30, 2009.

May 15, 2010.

September 12, 2011.

November 14, 2011.

March 12, 2012.

November 13, 2013.

May 18, 2014.

August 24, 2014.

November 23, 2014.

March 14, 2015.

August 24, 2015.

August 30, 2015.

September 13, 2015.

September 16, 2015.

January 10, 2016.

March 24, 2016.

April 17, 2016.

May 2, 2016.

January 10, 2017.

February 13, 2017.

April 14, 2017.

April 22, 2017.

May 1, 2017.

May 7, 2018.

August 20, 2018.

September 6, 2018.

September 2023 at fashion week’s Acne Studios show.

Repping the ‘freckles’ of her youth once more—but in a whole new way. November 11, 2023.

Kylie at the Maison Margiela Haute Couture Spring/Summer 2024 show at Paris Fashion Week, January 25, 2024.

Kylie referenced ‘King Kylie’ in January 2024, when she brought back her fairy floss-pink hair. January 17, 2024.

Kylie debuted a bob on Instagram, writing “kris jenner is quaking”. February 10, 2024.

Kylie Jenner at the Met Gala in May 2024.

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The Urban Decay Naked Palette, A Brief History

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The Urban Decay Naked palette is the ultimate nostalgic beauty product. Launched in actual 2010, when Emily Weiss was still known mainly as the founder of Into The Gloss, not the queen of a no-makeup-makeup beauty empire, it set the tone for an era of dramatic, Kim K-esque smokey eyes. The Urban Decay product team created the palette when they responded to the prompt, “What four eyeshadows would you take to a desert island?” 

A challenge for any beauty lover, they couldn’t settle on just four, so they created a palette of 12 cool and warm-toned shades with base colours, shimmers and deeper tones perfect for creating a day-to-day natural look or a deep smokey eye. 

The result was a hit. The Urban Decay Naked Palette was a favourite of YouTubers like Jacqueline Hill, Estee Lalonde, and Kathleen Lights. It sold 30 million units, with one sold every six seconds. T

Why Was The Urban Decay Naked Palette Ever Discontinued Then?

 Tragically, the Urban Decay Naked Eyeshadow palette suffered from the mid-2010s trend for warm-toned makeup looks. Anastasia Beverly Hills, Modern Renaissance launched in 2016. It became a viral bestseller, and Urban Decay launched “Naked Heat” in 2017 as a response to competition and became a similar hit. The original Naked 1 palette had one too many cool tones to lure beauty lovers who were stubbornly coating their eyes in reds, burgundy, and pinks (while weathering comments like “have you been crying?”; we’ve since modified our approach). 

But now, the moment for the Naked 1 palette is ripe with the resurgence of 90s supermodel beauty, lighter, steely looks of Gabriette, and an overall shift to more natural, less eye-heavy beauty (thank you, Glossier). It’s the perfect time to revisit the ideal basics palette, and we have our fingers crossed it will hit Australian shores. 

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Many TikTok users have disclosed that they’re still clinging to their original Urban Decay Naked Eyeshadow Palette, ignoring the general advice that powder products should be discarded after three years. But now we have a solution. 

While there is no confirmation on whether the Urban Decay Naked Palette will hit Australian shores (yet), the news from across the water has prompted us to reflect on the 2010s beauty products we still know and love. The 2010s were a period of massive beauty innovation, and there are many nostalgic beauty products from the era we’re still reaching for in our daily beauty routines today.

The Best 2010s Nostalgic Beauty Products We’re Still Using

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Nars, Orgasm Blush

from $53.00 at MECCA

Best for: A post-romp flush

Launched in 1999, the peachy pink Nars Orgasm blush ruled the early 2010s and was, for many of us, our first luxury beauty purchase. Celebrities from Kim Kardashian to Meghan Markle and Rosie Huntington-Whitely have gone on the record as fans, and it’s still a staple in many of our routines. What makes it special? The flicker of gold that runs through it adds a subtle shimmer to the cheeks. It’s remained a best-seller for the Nars brand since, with one being sold every 20 seconds. It was recently reformulated (along with the other blushes in the iconic Nars range) for a silkier 2024 texture.

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MAC, Velvet Teddy

from $30.00 (usually $38.00) at The Iconic

Best for: A classic nude

Way before Charlotte Tilbury’s “Pillow Talk,” there was MAC’s “Velvet Teddy.” Described as a “warm-toned light brown with a matte finish,” Velvet Teddy was a go-to nude in the 2010s and still sits in our makeup bags.

Available at:

• $40.00 from Adore Beauty
• $40.00 from MAC

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Anastasia Beverly Hills, Modern Renaissance Palette

from $80.00 at Adore Beauty

Best for: romantic looks

The product that knocked Naked 1 off its perch and started the craze for red and pink-toned eye makeup. The Modern Renaissance Palette is still a beautifully warm-toned and romantic collection of shadows. This writer longs for Tempura, the ultimate silky and brightening base shadow for pale girls, to come out as a standalone. While we’re now more inclined to wear the bold shadows as liners Euphoria-style, it’s a palette that’s stood the test of time.

Available at:

• $89.00 from Sephora

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Too Faced, Chocolate Soleil Bronzer

from $ 63.00 at MECCA

Best for: all-over warmth

The Too Faced “Chocolate” collection ruled the 2010s, bringing beautiful neutrals to our faces with a waft of chocolate thanks to an infusion of 100 percent cocoa powder. Easy, breezy, and blendable, this buttery bronzer is still a hot favourite. We love that it now comes in Milk Chocolate Soleil for pale queens and Natural Chocolate Soleil for deeper skin tones.

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MAC, Tinted Lipglass In “Prrr”

from $39.00 at MAC

Best for: Y2K princess endorsed

When Paris Hilton revealed in Confessions of an Heiress that MAC Lipglass in “Prrr” was her go-to lip colour, a generation of girls rushed to the counters and snapped it up. Perfect paired with Nars Orgasm Blush, the light coral with a frosted finish gave perfect, long-lasting shine. It’s sticky enough to last all day but not so sticky you’ll be tugging your hair out of it all day—it’s, to quote Goldilocks, “just right.”

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The Balm, Mary-Lou Manizer

from $39.95 at Priceline

Best for: Megawatt glow

The 2010s were all about highlighters you can see from space, and before there was Becca, Champagne Pop, there was the more affordable “Mary-Lou Manizer” from the playful pin-up-themed brand The Balm. With the right application, it will still add subtle glow, and can be packed on the eyes for shimmer.

Available at:

• $39.95 from Adore Beauty
• $33.11 from iHerb

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Stila, One Step Correct Colour Correcting Primer

from $60.00 at MECCA

Best for: Eyes, lips and cheeks

One of the first mainstream makeup brands created by an artist, Stila, released banger product after banger product. While we still reach for our Convertible Colours, it was the iconic minty swirls of One Step Correct that caught our attention when we first dipped our toes into makeup.

The silky serum-consistency primer soothes on application and tones down redness while brightening all over. The product itself is packed with antioxidants and hydrating ingredients to keep your complexion calm and hydrated all day long. In our humble opinion, it is still one of the best primers on the market.

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Fenty Beauty, Pro Filtr’ Soft Matte Longwear Foundation

from $ 62.00 at Sephora

Best for: Full, matte coverage

In 2017 Rihanna launched Fenty Beauty, a brand that will go down as one of (if not the) most influential in history. The game-changing product was the Fenty, Pro Filt’r Soft Matte Longwear Foundation, which came in a then-groundbreaking 50 shades. Since then, other brands have simply been playing catchup. The product itself remains one of the best full-coverage, long-wearing foundations on the market, and you’re bound to find your shade.

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Benefit Cosmetics, Benetint Cheek & Lip Tint

from $55.00 at Sephora

Best for: Longwear stain

Benefit ruled the 2010s with products like the Hula Bronzer, sadly discontinued colour correctors like “Lemonaid” and mascaras that are still our beauty heroes. In 2024, we’ve spotted one of the brand’s oldest hero products sneaking its way into It-girls purses and Balenciaga Motorcycle bags: the Benetint Lip & Cheek Tint. As lore has it, the product was created in 1976 to cater to the needs of dancers who wanted a long-lasting stain for cheeks, lips and nipples. Since then, it’s been the perfect long-lasting stain for those who want an orgasmic flush that will last all day. We love topping with a gloss, but use as you will.

Available At:

• $42.00 from Adore Beauty
• $42.00 from The Iconic
• $55.00 from Myer

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Australis On Tour Cream Contouring & Highlighting Palette

from $25.95 at Amazon

Best for: Contouring

During the mid-2010s, contouring took over our brains thanks to Kim Kardashian. Brands from Anastasia Beverly Hills to Makeup Forever and Fenty launched products that helped us chisel our cheekbones. These products typically sat in the prestige beauty category. But, here in Australia one hero cosmetics line took contouring to the masses.

The Australis, On Tour Contour & Highlight palette was the best affordable contouring kit you could (struggle to – it was perpetually sold out) get your hands on. It came with three contouring shades, including a flawless cool-toned cream, and three brightening shades (one a matte brightening yellow, two pearly cream highlighters). While many of us learnt the hard way that contouring was best left to the professionals, it was a banger affordable palette we’re delighted to see you can still get your hands on.

Available at:

• $10.38 (usually $25.95) at Australis

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Laura Mercier Translucent Loose Setting Powder

from $78.00 at MECCA

Best for: Perfecting

We were all about “baking” during the 2010s. While we use a lighter hand now, the Laura Mercier Translucent Loose Setting Powder is still one of the best powders you can get for complexion longevity with blurring benefits. Even better? Like many products from the 2010s, the brand has extended its shade range,

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MAC, 217S Blending Brush

from $49.00 at MAC

Best for: Everything

There wasn’t a beauty YouTuber worth their money who didn’t wield a 217 during the 2010s. The brush is perfect, thanks to its domed and tapered shape. With this bad boy, you can pack on shadow, blend it out, and even set areas around the nose, mouth, and inner corner of the eyes.

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Like many female athletes at this Olympics, she’s showing her love for beauty while competing in the tournament. And she’s proven she’s no gatekeeper when it comes to sharing the beauty products that have made her such an iconic figure on the field.

Maher can be seen shooting up the field on one screen with lip looks ranging from jewel red to poppy shades and muted terracotta tones. 

Recently, in an interview with Allure, she revealed there’s more than just a love for beauty behind her statement lip. She sees wearing makeup on the field as a middle finger to gender roles in a sport where women have had to fight for visibility. “I play a sport that is traditionally very masculine,” she told Allure, “You have to be, supposedly, very manly to play. I think that’s putting female athletes in a box. So I wear makeup on the pitch to give a big ‘eff you’ to having to sacrifice my femininity. Even when I wear lipstick or have mascara on, I can still tackle hard, run hard, and be a great rugby player.” She’s got a bronze medal and a legion of fans to prove the point. 

Maher is particularly dedicated to a red lip. “Lipstick is my way of saying how I feel, how I want to be presented.” The question on everyone’s lips is, what lipstick formula can withstand a mouth guard and 80 minutes of (sometimes literal) blood, sweat, and tears? 

She favours Maybelline New York Super Stay Matte Ink Liquid Lipstick ($19.99). She told Allure, “It stays to the point where you’ve got to work to get it off.” Maher also mentioned she loves Tarte, Tartellette Tubing Mascara ($43.00) and a little Glossier, Volumizing Eyebrow Gel-Pomade ($37.00).

We’re adding them all to the cart.

Ilona Maher’s On The Field Beauty Essentials

01

Maybelline New York Super Stay Matte Ink Liquid Lipstick

$19.99 (usually $23.99) at Chemist Warehouse

Best for: a rugby-proof pout

As Ilona Maher says, this liquid lipstick has staying power; it’s advisable to work it off with a double cleanse. But, if you’re looking for a bold lip that will last you all day, it should be your go-to. We recommend applying the formula straight from the tube for an opaque finish or dabbed on the lips for a “blushed” lip look (we also recommend it on the cheeks as a stain). This is a versatile, affordable buy that’s bronze medallist-endorsed.

Available at:

• $23.99 at Priceline
• $25.20 at Woolworths
• $25.41 at Amazon

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Tarte, Tartelette Tubing Mascara

from $43.00 at Sephora

Best for: water-resistance

Many makeup artists will tell you that tubing mascaras are actually a better alternative to water-resistant mascaras if you’re anticipating high humidity or sweat and tears. This is because tubing mascaras coat lashes, then slide away, making them easy to touch up, meaning they won’t smudge or stain your under eyes or lids (we’ve all learnt the hard way that most waterproof mascaras are actually water “resistant”).

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Glossier, Volumizing Eyebrow Gel-Pomade

from $37.00 at MECCA

Best for: A fluffy brow

Glossier Boy Brow is a favourite of no-makeup-makeup girlies. Light, with a stronghold and a natural tint, it’s perfect for adding instant polish. We love the tiny brush for precise application.

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One brand that consistently pops up in our shopping carts is the luxury haircare brand, Kérastase. And it just became a little bit easier to shop, thanks to its launch into Mecca on July 30. 

The launch into Mecca makes sense. Kérastase is considered the number one luxury haircare brand in the world, and Mecca is the home of prestige beauty in Australia. It’s a marriage that was always destined to be. 

For us, it also makes our lives easier because we can pick up a bottle of the brand’s iconic Elixir Ultime Original Hair Oil — a lightweight product that nourishes the hair and adds that coveted shine — when grabbing a new tube of our favourite skincare or luxe scented candle. 

Kérastase may be new to Mecca, but it’s certainly not new to the haircare game. The brand has been creating science-backed products for 60 years and has always treated hair care in the same way many of us would treat skin care, or more recently, scalp care. 

At the time of launch, Sandy Moragon-Garcia, Kérastase Brand Director said: “We are beyond excited to join forces with Mecca and launch Kérastase. Kérastase invented the skinification of hair, and with Mecca’s undeniable authority as a retailer in skincare and luxury beauty, it’s a natural fit and new chapter to expand our reach and continue delivering consumers the best formulas to unveil their best hair”.

You can shop the entire Kérastase range on the Mecca website right now. If you prefer to head in-store, you’ll find 53 of the brand’s top products on shelves alongside all of your other favourite luxury products.

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Yes, you heard that right. The popular skin care technique can also be applied to your locks.

With almost just as many hair products out there as skin care products (we’re talking shampoos, conditioners, hair oils, masks, colour treatments and so on…) it makes total sense to bring a little more order into our hair care routines.

But is hair cycling really as effective as skin cycling? We answer this question and everything else you need to know about hair cycling below.

What Is Hair Cycling?

Hair cycling takes the same less-is-more approach as skin cycling—but applies it to your hair.

If you need a little refresher on the concept of skin cycling, —it’s essentially a four day skin care routine that involves using active ingredients (or more powerful ingredients) for two days and then giving your skin a break from these ingredients for another two.

The term was first coined by New York-based dermatologist, Dr. Whitney Bowe, who also suggested the four-day cycle.

The method aims to simplify our skin care routines by reducing the amount of products we use and most crucially, give our skin a chance to recover from the products we put on it.

The result? Healthy, glowing skin.

And when it comes to our hair, the same method can be applied.

Leading Australian hair artist and expert Natalie Anne, defines hair cycling as the “rotation of products in your hair care routine.”

Essentially, this means developing a hair care routine that’s based around a selection of products that you use on an alternating basis.

This will not only help you avoid overusing certain products but also help you find a hair care routine that’s supportive and sustainable for your unique hair goals.

The Benefits Of Hair Cycling

We’ve all been told not to wash our hair everyday, right? Well, hair cycling echoes this sentiment.

In fact, before TikTok gave hair cycling its catchy name, the technique was already promoted by hair stylists.

“When we prescribe products to clients, we always tell them to rotate those products. You don’t want a client to get used to a particular product range and you want to make sure that they’re getting the benefit,” Natalie Anne tells us.

Because even the perfect hair product can be overused.

For example, repeated use of overly rich products can cause a build-up of oils and moisture while using too many detoxifying products can cause dry scalp and irritation.

Hair cycling can prevent some of these annoying scalp issues from occurring by bringing a little more balance into your hair care routine.

The result? A healthier scalp and more luscious looking locks.

What Does A Hair Cycling Routine Look Like?

A hair cycling routine will look different for everyone as your hair type and texture should play an important role in how you structure the cycling.

For example, if your hair is prone to oilyness then you might look at swapping your usual moisture rich shampoo and conditioner for a more detoxifying and clarifying one a few days a week.

However, as a general guide, a typical hair cycling routine is generally structured around two types of washes with an optional third wash prior to styling.

Each of these washes will provide your hair with a different type of care:

1. clarifying and detoxifying

2. repairing and strengthening

3. preparation for styling.

Like skin cycling, it’s also important that your hair cycling routine includes rest days, or days that you don’t wash your hair.

But before you get too worried about how many rest days to leave between washes, Natalie Anne says that there’s no right or wrong, and how often you wash your hair is entirely based on your lifestyle and personal preferences.

“You have to consider whether someone is going to the gym or doing Bikram yoga,” Natalie explains.

“If they have curly hair then they might not have to wash as much as someone with straight, fine hair that does Bikram.”

First wash: detox and clarify

The first wash of the cycle should focus on detoxing and clarifying the hair. This is an important step that will help you get rid of any product or oil build-up that might be dulling your locks.

For this wash, Natalie Anne recommends using a sulphate-free shampoo.

While one wash will suffice, to really cleanse and purify your sculpt, you might opt for a double or even triple wash on this night.

This is also the best time to make use of that scalp scrub or shampoo brush to gently exfoliate the scalp.

Second wash: repair and strengthen

Your second wash is all about strengthening and repairing your hair—which is particularly important for anyone who has had colour treatment done.

The best way to do this is with bond-building products, which will restore the hydrogen bonds and replenish the proteins in your locks. In other words, bond-building ingredients can repair your hair follicles and eliminate breakage.

This is also the time to add a hydrating mask or leave in conditioner to add some moisture back into your mane. We are fans of the L’Oreal Absolut Molecular Repair range, specifically formulated for damaged hair.

Third wash: preparation for styling

This is an entirely optional wash that you might only add to your hair cycling routine if you’re about to do some heavy styling to your hair—so plan accordingly.

The third wash involves any of your can’t-live-without pre-styling products, such as volumizers, thickening creams, sea-salt sprays and mousses.

After this wash, you can repeat the cycle from wash one again.

Who Should Try Hair Cycling?

Hair cycling is suitable for any hair type, colour and condition but you might particularly benefit from the technique if your hair is feeling a little bleh.

While hair cycling generally involves removing unnecessary products from your hair care routine, it could involve adding products if you have been using the same shampoo and conditioner for the last ten years.

Natalie Anne says that anyone could and should try hair cycling because it’s essentially another way of looking after our hair.

“I definitely think that as women, we should start to look after our hair like we do our skin and our body. Hair is always the afterthought. I usually ask how many makeup brushes do you have? And someone will say 10, 15, 20, and so ok, how many hair brushes? One.”

But she also says that it’s important to choose products that suit your own unique hair type and texture.

The easiest way to do this?

Natalie Anne says, “definitely speak to your stylist and get them to give you a thorough consultation.”

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Victoria Houllis, owner of Sydney-based nail salon Mannequin Hands, says she’s seen several newer trends emerging in 2024, influenced by everything brat summer to the economy. She says the Charli XCX’s world domination has certainly translated in salons with clients discovering a new nail colour to love, and it’s a trend that’s likely to carry through to Australian summer.”There’s been an uptick in people asking for that perfect shade of neon green,” she tells ELLE, “people usually want to brighten up their day with their nails no matter the season.”
However, jewel tones will have their moment, as people look for more sophisticated wearable colours that have bold effects but wear well. “With the state of the economy, people want longevity, which has translated to a lot of nudes, but also jewel tones, many navies, emeralds and deep reds, which we’ll be seeing in summer.” 

What about chrome nails? By far the most popular trend of the last few years, Houllis says chrome shows no sign of slowing down, but more wearable versions of the trend are emerging, from nude chromes to “magnetic nails.” “Magnetic nails are a great alternative to chrome for people with heavy-handed jobs who find top coats chip.” 

Finally, it seems like we’re looking for a sensory experience from our nails, with one of the most peculiar trends, “junk nails”, proving a breakout star for summer. The throw-the-kitchen-sink-at-it maximalist trend involves everything from piercings to Hello Kitty jewels and a mix-and-match style across the nails. “The variation means people don’t get bored, and it goes with everything you wear.” So, stack on your charms and slip on a sundress; these are the best nail trends of summer 2024.

The Best Summer Nail Trends of 2024

Neon Green:

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Will Brat summer last until the actual Australian summer? We’re not sure, but the neon green trend is going nowhere. It’s the perfect way to add some zest to your look and is also an easy style to achieve at home. We love the Sephora Collection Nail Polish in Lime Zest ($12.00) for a brat-esque, affordable manicure.

Jewel Tones:

Like jewellery for your fingertips, jewel-toned nails, especially accented with inlays here, are a beautiful way to add character to your fingertips. As Houllis said, the deeper tones are more wearable but still vibrant. We love the slightly mix-and-match feel of this set. If you want to try the look-at-home Chanel, Le Vernis Nail Color in 183 Reveuse ($48) has the same gilt-green chrome finish.

Magnetic Gel Nails:

If you love the chrome look but find your nails chip, magnetic gel nails are a great alternative and something Houllis’ clients have been requesting more. A little bit witchy magnetic nails, otherwise referred to as cat eye or velvet nails, involve the use of a magnet. The gel polish contains a polish packed with magnetic shimmer; once the polish is cured, a magnet is passed over the fingertips, lifting the shimmer for a hypnotizing textured effect. Opt for a seafoam green magnetic polish and you’ll feel like you’re staring through clear water. If you’re looking for a similar effect without a trip to the salon apply O.P.I Infinite Shine in “Mint Condition” ($24.95) with a high shimmer sheer top coat like Kester Black, Iridescent White in Sun Catcher ($22.00).

Nude Nails (With A Twist):

Nude nails will never go out of style and as Houllis noted, there’s been a swing to more subdued, tonal polishes this year. That doesn’t necessarily mean you can’t have fun with a nude manicure though. As we’ve seen with the neutral chrome manicure, small tweaks can make classic styles totally eye-catching. Take inspiration from the “junk nail” trend (more on that below) and add a single charm or detail to a classic nude. We love Hailey Bieber’s manicurist Zola Ganzorigt’s addition of a single fleur de lis to this simple almond-shaped manicure.

Junk Nails:

Want your nails to do the talking? Artists like Chapell Roan and Charli XCX have been inspiring a move away from quiet luxury and a shift to some much-needed beauty maximalism in 2024. Junk nails are perhaps the ultimate manifestation of this, and they have taken over TikTok with hashtags like “how to do junk nails,” “getting junk nails,” and “junk nails with charms,” raking in tens of millions of mentions on the app.

While they might look chaotic at first glance, Olympian (and It girl) Sha’Carri Richardson has modelled them and convinced us. The benefit of Junk nails is you can take them in any direction you want, and they’re surprisingly easy to achieve at home (although you may find your charms wear for longer when a professional has applied them).

One way to increase wearability is to focus on a single accent nail, as with the above examples. Pile your “junk” on one statement finger to maintain a clean, eye-catching look, or bedazzled every nail, embrace the chaos and go. To try the look at home grab a box of charms from Amazon and go, this 3D Butterfly and White Flowers ($18.99) themed set has everything you need.

3D Nails

Houllis says clients are still loving nails that offer a sensory experience. If you’re not quite ready for the junkyard nail trend, 3D nails are your best bet. We love this mouthwatering citrus-inspired set from creator Melanie Graves.

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Winter typically calls for bolder nail colours, from blood red to midnight blue and, of course, chrome. But this year, there’s been a subdued and celestial winter nail trend we’ve been spotting. Chrome is, of course, still filtering through our feeds, but not as we’ve known it. There are pearly finishes, ballet-blush shades, and translucent French tips. And, a specific manicure we’ve monikered the “nude glow” nail. It’s a take on chrome that is a little softer and a lot more sophisticated. Think of it as the chrome nails big sister. The only confirmation we needed that nude glow nails had officially dislodged classic chrome? On Jun 23, we spotted Hailey Bieber out in New York in a striking white silk mini-kaftan, her signature Saint Laurent sunnies and, yes, an updated latte-coloured nude chrome nail. Sign us up.

Here we’re rounding up our favourite takes on the nude chrome nail trend this winter.

The Best Minimalist Chrome Nail Trends For Winter:

Nude Glow Nails:

Chrome nails have been trending for years now, and their versatility is to thank for their longevity. Where once we had aluminium finishes and shimmering metallics, we’re now seeing elegant nude chrome finishes all over TikTok, an old-money take on the classic chrome aesthetic.  There’s something soothing about the peach-blush glow of these nude nails and they’re, of course, perfect for wedding season.

Of course, “nude” varies for every skin tone, so to achieve this look at home, select your preferred neutral, then, top with a sheer chrome polish of your choosing.

Pearl Nails:

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Hailey Bieber, the girl who brought us the viral glazed doughnut manicure, has delighted nail trend fans again with the pearl nail. Perfect for winter, the pearl nail will leave a frosty finish on your fingertips. Bieber’s nail technician, Zola Ganzorigt, uses O.P.I. Funny Bunny as a topcoat and the silvery OPI Chrome Effects Nail Powder in “Tin Man Can.”

But, if you don’t have an at-home gel set up you can still achieve the look. Pick up the Chanel Les Vernice Nail Colour in 101 Insomniaque ($48.00) and follow with Kester Black, Sheer Pearlescent Glazed Polish ($22.00) for the perfect frosted finish. 

Translucent Pink Chrome Nails: 

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If you’re looking for a serving of pink that stops short of Barbie, opt for these jelly-pink chrome nails. The sheer and pretty finish leaves nails looking “blushed” rather than lacquered. And, the chrome top coat adds that signature mesmerising finish.

Start with Essie long-wear Step 1 Nail Colour in Bodice Goddess, then top with Manucurist, Active Shine ($27.00), a brand-spanking new nail highlighter-come-treatment that will transform any polish into a Bieber-approved chrome with a single swipe.

The Reverse French Manicure (Press On Style):

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Taking translucent to its obvious conclusion, press-on nails are making trying to obscure your nail extensions a thing of the past. Simply apply your desired polish (in keeping with trends, we love a nude) and pop your press ones over the top. Chic.

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The heritage brand reinstated the Bondi sunshine, giving the natural, sea-water pool a mid-winter glow up in honour of Swisse’s Glow ingestible supplements range, which is all about boosting skin’s hydration from the inside out.

Earlier this week a ginormous vile of Swisse Beauty Collagen + Hyaluronic Acid Booster supplements was spotted on TikTok, perched on the roof of Bondi Icebergs against the backdrop of Sydney in the throes of a cold, gloomy, winter’s day. Diving into the pool, Swisse made a big splash and revealed the Swisse Glow World, which looked like a scene from the Barbie movie — blue skies, palm trees and luxurious beach decor — all that was missing was a Ken who does ‘Beach’.

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Introducing: Swisse Glow World

On Thursday, Swisse Beauty brought the digital concept to life in collaboration with Chemist Warehouse, kicking off a two-day Bondi Glow Up featuring a Dive into Glow installation filling the Bondi Pool, and the Swisse Glow World activated IRL, glowing up Bondi locals and beach goers who were keen to get their summer on in the middle of winter. The pool’s picturesque views of the Australian coastline, were punctuated with beach umbrellas and yoga mats in varying shades of sunrise yellow and orange, when Swisse opened the pool to Sydney influencers and the public for seaside sun salutations and smoothies.

What is a hyaluronic acid supplement and what does it do?

Fun fact: Swisse was the first brand to introduce hyaluronic acid supplements to Australia in 2021, becoming pioneers in the ingestible hydration space.

“As we age, hyaluronic acid levels in our body start to decline, resulting in a loss of moisture and elasticity,” the brand shared via a press statement. “While creams and serums can only penetrate the skin’s surface so far, the Swisse Beauty Glow Range has been formulated with ingestible Hyaluronic Acid, which has been proven to increase skin hydration in just six weeks. Today, Swisse Beauty’s Hyaluronic Acid supplements remain the top-selling products in the category, helping Australians achieve hydrated skin from within.”

The Swisse Beauty Hyaluronic Acid Glow range is available to purchase at Chemist Warehouse, and the brand offers tablets and powders to suit a myriad of lifestyles.

Prefer tablets? Try: Swisse Beauty Collagen + Hyaluronic Acid Booster Tablets ($34.99 from Chemist Warehouse). Each tablet contains sodium hyaluronate (a salt form of hyaluronic acid), hydrolysed collagen, vitamin C and E, and zinc, helping to give the appearance of hydrated, firm, healthy and radiant skin.

If adding an ingestible powder to water or a smoothie is more your thing then you’ll like Swisse Beauty Marine Collagen Skin Hydration Powder, which boasts all the same benefits as a tablet, but there’s the option of Unflavoured ($35.99 from Chemist Warehouse) and Yuzu ($27.99 from Chemist Warehouse) — which can be used to make spicy yuzu mocktails — to choose from depending on your flavour preferences.

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