Thalgo’s Collagen Booster, is a wonderfully new unique concept - a drink in a bottle! Reactivate the youthfulness of your skin and booster your skin cells. A concentrated supply of rejuvenating active ingredients that are easily absorbed and highly bioavailable - A remarkable ‘Youth Drink’. With a lovely fruity flavour, it is incredibly easy and convenient to use, just take 1 bottle per day, as an intensive course of treatment for 10 days

The 2011 NZ Beauty Industry Awards celebrated the best in the New Zealand beauty industry highlighting the depth of talent in this country. 350 guests at the Rendezvous hotel Auckland attended the sold out Awards Dinner, with MC John Hawkesby applauding the high calibre of entrants and the increasing quality of professionalism in the industry. Also acknowledged was the outstanding contribution and influence Anne-Marie de Spa has made with her 30 plus years in the beauty industry

Photography is an art that most people aspire to but very few can truely capture that ‘moment in time’ that distinguishes a very good shot from a just an ordinary shot. Meet Hayley Bayliffe, an up and coming Fashion and Beauty Photographer in Auckland who is making big waves within the Fashion and Photography Industry. Discovering her passion and love for photography in her early days at school, she has continued to work hard and has turned her infatuation into her career and business.

When Homo-sapiens migrated northwards, clad only in a body suit of red ochre, he was the first body art model. He may have been simply protecting his skin from insects, but he set off a trend that has evolved through the centuries across a diversity of cultures– often infused with mythic and ritualistic significance – to emerge in our own times as an expressive and highly competitive art form.

This look is all about flawless porcelain skin, defined filled in brows and highlighting the skin finished with a deep blackberry lip. To Get The Look Skin - Start with the legendary Smashbox Photo Finish Primer for the perfect canvas. Apply Smashbox Full Coverage Foundation,then finish with Smashbox Halo Hydrating Perfecting Powder for a flawless, radiant face - simply twist the shaver, swirl brush into powder and apply to face. Brows - Define and fill

Makeup lovers around the country, get ready for a whole new level of beauty with the opening of four new Phoenix Cosmetics stores.The boutique makeup house opened in Hamilton last week, with Christchurch opening this Thursday and Palmerston North later in the month. A fourth stand-alone store is opening in Wellington in October. The Phoenix Cosmetic stores will offer an extensive range of makeup services along with its own cosmetics line available exclusive

Following on from its success in 2009, the biggest names in the beauty and spa industry once again turned out to be part of this years NZ Beauty Expo. Exhibitors from all around New Zealand and Australia, representing some of the biggest brands in the industry, were all together under one roof in Auckland for the largest NZ Beauty Expo to date. A record number of visitors enjoyed an incredible variety of stands covering the whole beauty spectrum including Skincare, Makeup, Nails, Eyelash product

Professional theatre offers great opportunities for students to gain valuable hands-on experience. Cut Above students in the ‘Diploma in Makeup’ work as backstage crew for Amici Productions on at least two shows a year. Following on from Cats and 42nd St in 2010, this year the class recently completed the three-week season of Miss Saigon at the Civic Theatre – They then go into preproduction in August for the Amici production of Cole Porter’s Anything Goes – again at the Civic.

Dermalogica has just awarded 43 of their Skin Centres nationwide Skin Centre of Excellence statusfor 2011. The winners were announced at Auckland’s fabulous Okahu Bay Restaurant. The Dermalogica Awards cover a range of categories to give Skin Therapists, as well as businesses, a chance to excel and show their dedication to the industry and to Dermalogica. The Dermalogica Therapist of the Year award recognises the therapist who best represents the Dermalogica brand in all aspects

They do say that the ‘Eyes’ are the mirror to the soul and these lovely beautys certainly have ‘Eyes’ to die for. Burnetta Haswell, along with her makeup trainee’s, created these glamorous looks using their own unique colour schemes and creative flair. She shares with us a few tips that will help you when looking for your own individual look. Burnetta’s Tips: • Always use good makeup brushes • Use the best foundation for your skin • Always have your eyebrows shaped and tinted

It wasn’t really a hard decision to make, jump on a plane, visit Melbourne and experience Salon Melbourne. It gave us the chance to see for ourselves the biggest, brightest and boldest hair and beauty trade event the country has ever seen. The crème de la crème of the world’s hottest beauty talent, the newest products and the latest cutting edge technologies, Held over two big days at Melbourne’s fabulous Convention and Exhibition Centre on the southbank of the Yarra River.

Most women are conscious of the condition and appearance of their fingernails. Many people prefer nice natural nails in preference to fake nails such as acrylic or gel. The French Wrap essentially places a permanent smile line onto the free edge of your nail which you can then harmonise with your favourite nail polish colours. The French wrap will not deteriorate, become damaged, lift, crack or smudge and removes simply when you are ready.

Cellulite, up to ninety percent of women have it and wish it would just disappear. Thin people are just as likely to have cellulite as overweight people. The older you are the more prevalent cellulite can be. Contrary to public belief cellulite is not a medical term. The word originated in France but the use of the term cellulite as a description, began in 1973 when a book was published called ‘Cellulite: Those Lumps, Bumps and Bulges You Couldn’t Lose Before’.

Creating a good professional makeup involves a combination of the essential elements of makeup artistry. Good technique and quality products are important, choosing the best shades to suit the model’s skin tone is imperative, and creating a makeup to complement the style of the model’s outfit and occasion are all elements for a good result. For that extra wow factor, study the mood of the occasion and design the makeup to enhance the model’s natural features, and create a makeup that really

Very exciting news from one of our leading beauty and spa providers. - House Of Camille has announced that they are now the exclusive New Zealand distributors for the UK’s leading Skincare range Medik8. Many of Medik8’s products have won numerous awards both in the UK and throughout Europe including ‘Mirror’s Celebs On Sunday” Beauty Survey in 2010, in which Medik8 Hydr8 Pro Collagen Hydrator won best anti-aging cream.

Last year Wendy Hill Cosmetics collaborated with The Cut Above Academy for its makeup students to be involved in a seasonal makeup photo shoot with the Wendy Hill team. It was such a success the project has now become an annual event. The calibre of creativity and work was outstanding, and this year Wendy was again impressed not only by the creative designs and the fantastic results, but also with the professional manner in which the students worked

October was Breast Cancer Action Month, and the students at the International College of Camille have thrown their support behind this great cause by raising $4546 for the New Zealand Breast Cancer Foundation!   The International College of Camille held a Breast Cancer Foundation Fund raiser on October 7 at Newmarket campus and October 14 at the Albany campus, where they offered a range of beauty treatments to the public with all proceeds to the fund

NZ Fashion Week is always an exciting week of the year and this year was no exception with the fashionistas braving the stormiest week of the year to come out in fine form. The jane Iredale makeup team were kept busy with jane Iredale minerals gracing the runway in both the beautiful inaugural Weddings show and the stunning Miromoda Awards Showcase. Leisa Welch head makeup artist for the Weddings show created a 60’s inspired smoky eye, with soft nude lip

Apply jane Iredale Shimmer from So Bronze # 3 all over lid from lash line to brow bone. Using Mini Dome brush use medium Foxy shade (Perfectly Nude Kit) through the crease of the eye. Using Cream shade of Perfectly Nude Kit to the inner corner of the eye and blend towards the middle of lid Using Cappucino along lash line with and into the crease. Apply Antique Gold Shade Perfectly Nude Kit over this and filling in up to the crease line to add depth if desired

Jane Iredale mineral cosmetics celebrated the launch of their new ‘Perfectly Nude’ collection with a stunning media event in the Orams Marine Village Conference and Function Lounge overlooking Auckland’s beautiful Westhaven Marina. Special guest was International makeup artist for jane iredale Kevin Mendelson along with New Zealand’s own Nikki Lovrich. While sipping on french bubbly and a wonderful array of canapes media and celebrity guests

Makeup has always played a major part of Wendy Hill’s life for as long as she can remember. Wendy is now managing director of New Zealand’s leading professional makeup brand, Wendy Hill Cosmetics Ltd, a range she created and launched on the market 10 years ago to meet what she identified as an unsatisfied demand in the market. The brand has been a huge success, and today Wendy Hill makeup products are worn by women all around the country

There were two categories one for Beauty Therapists (International Inspirations) and one for Makeup Artists (Avant garde fantasy), with fabulous prizes to be won including $1000 worth of Jane Iredale makeup and as well as a trophy, a luxury nights accommodation in Auckland (air travel if out of Auckland) and the chance for the winners to replicate their look for the media event night in Auckland. The Judges were Kevin Mendelson and Nikki Lovrich

Great news! Power Plate has come to the rescue to tone and hone those curves in time for the sand and sea. To help you achieve positive results, Power Plate has teamed with top beauty brand Thalgo to get your body into better shape in double-quick time with a new, innovative approach to refining cellulite. Already acknowledged as formidable weapons in the fight against cellulite, the celebrity-favourite

Lisa Matson has been appointed make-up director of L’Oréal Paris. The move formalises what has been an informal association stretching back to the days of the first L’Oréal New Zealand Fashion Week. Lisa’s first work for L’Oréal Paris was at the iconic New Zealand Fashion Week which L’Oreal Paris was associated with for six years. A highly experienced freelance make-up artist, Lisa numbers among her clients a wide range of New Zealand businesses

If the Darphin beauty philosophy could be bottled, it would take the form of the brand’s signature Aromatic Care oils. Iconic Darphin, each one combines a multi-sensory experience with a results-oriented, luxurious formula. This winter, an eighth bouquet joins the collection— a delectable elixir that is the brand’s first 100% natural certified product - ‘Orange Blossom Aromatic Care’. The formula detoxifies the skin and evens out the complexi

Ken and Rosemary Currie hosted Afternoon Tea at ‘The Great Room’ at Auckland’s Langham Hotel on Sunday 21st March for hair and beauty friends who had been part of their amazing business journey over the past 40 years. Along with the delightful afternoon tea, provided by the Langham, there was a silent auction with the proceeds going to the ‘Look Good Feel Better’ charity, a free service offered to women undergoing treatment for cancer.

Alice Francis from Morgan and Morgan Hair and Makeup Studio, Takapuna Presents ‘Winter Fusion’ with Wendy Hill Cosmetics Following a season of bold, bright tones with an obsession for fire engine red lips, she favours the autumn/winter trend for softer, more muted tones. Sultry, earthy shades of mossy greens, chocolate, burnt orange and amber, smoky bronzes and rich plum berries contrast perfectly with the bold appearance of black leather garments and accessories

Everyone wants white teeth, Just take a look at anyone famous...American Idol’s Simon Cowell immediately springs to mind, and they all have one thing in common, bright white teeth! Traditionally teeth whitening has always been practised by dentists but now there is a home treatment on the market that has been designed by dentists and available from your favourite Hair or Beauty salon. Salon Bright is literally taking New Zealand by storm!

The Hong Kong Collection by OPI defines the look of nails with shades inspired by this exquisitely edgy city of contrasts. Look no further than Hong Kong’s harbour to see the stunning array of ancient sailing boats reflected in sleek glittering skyscrapers. This counterpoint of old and new, tradition and innovation, elements of classic style and modern lines determine the essence of this season’s colour muse.

The stunning rural landscape of Martinborough was the backdrop for de Spa Cosmetics second bi-ennial con-vention held at the Brackenridge Country Retreat. Continuing on from the success of the first Convention two years ago in Hanmer Springs, the anticipation for this year’s event was evident. True to form the weekend did not disappoint.

Two major New Zealand beauty industry suppliers, Wendy Hill Cosmetics and Arrow Beauty, have formed a strategic alliance that took effect on March 1 this year. Under the alliance, the two New Zealand owned and operated companies will remain independent, but will work together with sales and distribution of all products handled from Arrow Beauty’s premises in Avondale, Auckland.

jane iredale’s Autumn/Winter 2010 Collection~ Silver Lining ~ EYES Apply Shell single eye shadow pure pressed all over lid from lashline to browbone. Using Mini dome brush apply medium Twilight shade (from the Silver Lining trio) through the crease of the eye. Using the medium shade of Cream to Powder Black Plus, apply from the lash line to crease with either camouflage brush or your finger.

Rachel Mouritsen, International Director of Education for American based INM, was the star attraction at the Nails Plus stand at the NZ Beauty Expo 2009. She spent the weekend demonstrating with the INM’s outstanding Odourless Acrylic System to nail technicians from all over the country.

Dark patches or spots are mostly due to the application of some perfumes and creams containing synthetic and chemical elements or plants with photosynthetic properties affecting in particular the face which is the area more exposed to the sun. They react to the UV rays or to the sun like photographic plates resulting in accidental pigmentation spots. Some antibiotics or hormone-based medication can also produce brown pigmentation spots on the skin in conjunction with exposure to the sun.

As we surface from a winter that seemed to be full of flu, financial woes and lows and soggy days, moving into spring brings us a healthy lift, sunny days and positive vibes. There is something special about the spring season: it’s a time to shed the winter and to revive and renew the body, mind and soul. It’s a great time for a wardrobe, skin, body, hair and makeup workout, and to re-evaluate and update your style.

Define your personality this season with this vibrant and vivid Spring Summer palette from Sothys Paris. Create lucid eyes with the two double action eye pencils in iris and green. Drench lips in poppy or fuchsia lip glosses, paint vibrant nails in bright red and develop a sun kissed and uniform complexion from the iridescent make up base of Hydroptimale Smoothing Illuminator and the Velvet Bronzing Powder.

Now that the depths of winter are hopefully behind us, it’s time to look in the mirror for a critical evaluation of our face, neck and décolletage. A change of season brings a number of problems including dehydration, dull, lifeless skin and loss of firmness. Skin needs to be prepped and primed with a quick and easy exfoliation makeover!

One of the most important elements of a good makeup is to use a foundation that matches your skin type and tone. Choosing the right foundation for yourself - or for a client if you are a beauty professional - is essential to create smooth and natural looking skin for the makeup that is to follow. Without the right base, what goes on top will never look right and won’t last through the day or evening. Part of the decision is personal preference, for a liquid or all-in-one compact foundation

The problem with current methods of losing weight in the thighs and hips is simple: they don't work. Even the most dedicated gym fanatic is not happy with saddlebags and cellulite. This is particularly true with women who have had children. No matter how hard they try, for some women it is just too difficult to slim down in these problem areas. And because working out is so difficult, most quit soon after they begin.

It’s snowing. Paris lights up... A frosty and enchanting atmosphere seems to sweep the capital. A vision of purity takes over the city and the cool change reveals the elegance and beauty of city life in winter. Sothys Autumn Winter makeup collection embellishes and brightens the visage with glamorous shades in nude spirit for lips, where every temptation shines, turning night into day.

For the makeup photography shoot, Wendy Hill Cosmetics collaborated with The Cut Above Academy. Managing Director, Wendy Hill, discussed the idea with makeup tutors Eric Waite and Angela Pethig and the project blossomed, culminating in a creative and exciting result for all those involved.

Lydia’s father was a noted European cosmetic chemist who successfully manufactured corrective beauty products and practiced hair removal with electrolysis. From an early age, Lydia spent much time in her father’s laboratory, fascinated by his experiments and formulations.