TONI&GUY Hair Meet Wardrobe at the Paspaley Polo Sydney event

TONI&GUY Hair Meet Wardrobe at the Paspaley Polo Sydney event

TONY&GUY are here to tell you how to get a really stylish look for your summer hair recently created for the ELLERY fashion show at  the Paspaley Polo in Sydney. Here’s how to get the look… Prep the hair with Volume Plumping Mousse from the roots to the ends. Blow dry into the hair with a slight bend through the ends (you can use a tong to help with the bend if you need) Work a center parting into the hair to the top of the head.  Brush all the hair into a low pony tail (at the nape of the neck) and secure.

Use a pump of the Classic Shine Gloss Serum and run it through the ponytail. Wrap the ends of the hair around to create a bun and pin into place. Finish off with the Glamour Firm Hold Hairspray. 


 






CLASSIC
Introducing the Classic Styling Collection from TONI&GUY…two new products to create an air of elegance and hint of Rule Britannia. Wear a chic chignon using Shine Gloss Serum and Medium Hold Hairspray with a dash of lace and string of pearls at The Black Tie Ball.

Shine Gloss Serum, 30ml Lightweight formula helps control frizz and flyaways with ultra-smooth shine and alignment. Rub 2-3 pumps of serum between palms and work though lengths and ends of dry hair, avoiding the roots. Use after blow-drying to seal cuticles.
Spray Gel for Curls, 150ml
 
Defines, holds and revitalizes waves and curls with a soft, natural feel with no frizz. Spray lightly over towel-dried hair before styling or to retouch during the day, spray over dry hair and work through with fingers, sculpting curls as you go.


The new TONI&GUY collection is available in Woolworths, Coles, Priceline and Big W. All products have a recommended retail price (RRP) of $15.99 each.

Rae Francis & Rebekah Lea a Spring 2013 collaboration

Rae Francis & Rebekah Lea a Spring 2013 collaboration

New York-based contemporary women's wear line, Rae Francis, is proud to introduce their Spring 2013 collection of easy, breezy garments infused with pretty pastels and sorbet shades to capture the light and airy essence of springtime. Inspired by Florence Welch’s free-flowing garments worn on stage, and the impeccably dressed girls at Coachella, the latest Rae Francis collection is perfect for any girl headed to a music festival this spring. 
Bohemian insouciance and romance are clearly captured in this collection, which represents the delicate side of spring through signature airy silks, lightweight linens, and dainty cotton eyelets. With an abundance of soft pastel tones, the collection gives its wearer a playful yet delicate look. The colors are neutral enough to effortlessly enhance your complexion, yet splendid enough to light up any room. Ranging from pewter blues, lavenders, and pinks to more earthy tones of charcoal, brown and beige, the collection brings forth a perfect assortment of pieces for easy layering.

For the modern woman who seeks comfort and quality while still turning heads, the collection offers a perfect range of basics and statement pieces that are ideal for transitioning from day to night. From floaty tops with bold cut-outs and flirty daytime dresses with pockets, to asymmetrical skirts and maxi dresses with thigh-high slits, each piece in the collection also offers an element of playful surprise in its details, a signature of the Rae Francis aesthetic.

There’s no better time than spring to move away from the dark, heavy winter attire and to infuse your closet with an ultra-feminine touch. If you’ve been yearning to let out your inner Boho goddess, the Rae Francis Spring 2013 collection allows you to do just that, all with a modern edge.
Rae Francis x Rebekah Lea: Limited Edition Jewelry Collaboration Taking a step beyond their signature silk ready to wear garments for the Spring 2013 collection, Rae Francis teamed up with fine jewelry designer, Rebekah Lea, to add two exciting, limited edition pieces of jewelry to their looks. These two pieces were created to be intrinsically intertwined into their corresponding pieces and add a bit of edge to the easy, breezy designs. The first addition to the line is a bold multi-chain silver pin made of oxidized and non-oxidized brass, sterling silver, and copper which is paired with the effortlessly chic Damon dress. The second, is a slinky multi-chain silver necklace, which playfully attaches to the Rae Francis Barrett Blouse, and is made of sterling silver and oxidized brass. A marriage of apparel and accessory, the limited edition pieces can be purchased together with their corresponding apparel looks or individually to be paired with other pieces from the collection. Prices for the Rae Francis and Rebekah Lea collaboration range from $50 - $55.

Hyaluronic Acid so convenient in a Bijoux luxury spa hand towel

Hyaluronic Acid so convenient in a Bijoux luxury spa hand towel

At the COSMOPROF ASIA 2012 show in Hong Kong, I was handed a wet hand towel as I passed the Japan Pavilion,  in most cases you would not think much of this item just wipe your hands and discard. Well that has now changed, I did not want to  discard this towel and headed back to the Japan Pavilion to meet with the makers of BIJOUX a luxury spa wet paper towel made in Japan by the Fujinami Towel Service Co.,Ltd. 

The first impression that stops you in your tracks is the size of this towel 250mm x 270mm, you can use it for your face to add moisture and hydration, BIJOUX  is not one of those alcohol laded face wipes to remove makeup, its focus is to add  moisturize to your skin The towel which is ideal for a luxury spa experience is made of complex organic fulvic acid extract that provides the skin with a deep nourishing and moisturizing effect, it also contains 18g of hyaluronic acid, royal jelly, glycerin, and soy bean extract. Which adds to any luxury manicure, and even after a facial or body treatment, offering a BIJOUX hand towel to a spa client will bring the hands to a plumped and soft finish. The BIJOUX is made of 100% cotton, pre moistened, individually wrapped, single-use wet paper towel. This gem was 5 years in development, and was only launched into the market on 17th May 2012. It is so gentle for the spa clients skin being made of Cotton linter1 non-woven fabric. 
Pilling and falling fiber are practically nonexistent and this manufacturing standard reduces the damage on skin when you wipe your hands or face, BIJOUX is made from 100% natural cotton non-woven fabric which has premium cellulosic continuous fiber construction. The bonus is that  BIJOUX provides safe hand hygiene with VB-Virus Block function, this really unique product is made entirely in Japan, and is just a beautiful way to allow the beauty or spa client to immediately have a luxury treatment right in their hands.

Obsessive Compulsive Cosmetics NEW Metallic Lip Tars

Obsessive Compulsive Cosmetics NEW Metallic Lip Tars

After three years of intensive product development, OCC is proud to introduce a whole new breed of Lip Tar. Infused with state of the art hi-resolution metallic pigments, the unparalleled opacity has gone high-voltage electric with a reflective shimmer finish Since its launch in 2009, OCC fans worldwide have been clamoring for a metallic-finish Lip Tar. To match that demand OCC looked to the natural foods movement to find a mineral derived  ingredient to keep the highest-opacity metallic pigments in a luxurious, weightless suspension. The result?  A Lip Tar formula that requires even less product than ever before.


PRO TIP: Apply the smallest possible bead of LIP TAR with OCC Precision Lip Brush for an unparalled metallic finish in a fully opaque yet lightweight layer of smooth and hydrating lip perfection polish! Want even more shine? Add a thin layer OCC ‘Clear’ Lip Tar, also the perfect primer, over the top of your metallic Lip Tar lip look.



LIP TAR | $16.00 USD
ICED: OPAQUE SNOW WHITE FROST
TRIPTYCH: TRUE 24K METALLIC GOLD
AUTHENTIC: FULL STRENGTH COPPER METALLIC
ELECTRIC GRANDMA: ELECTRIFIED TRUE, CLASSIC CORAL
SUPER NSFW: TRUE RED WITH A GOLDEN METALLIC FLOURISH
YAOI: PERFECTLY PINK PEARLESCENCE

Available November 15th at www.occmakeup.com, www.sephora.com and select
Sephora locations nationwide!

Dermaesthetics DNA Serum and Cavair Eye Repair gel

Dermaesthetics DNA Serum and Cavair Eye Repair gel

Dermesthetics Beverley Hills, is one of my go to brands when visiting an international trade show, at Cosmoprof Asia 2012 its seems it was everyone elses' as well. Lincoln Lee who is the most affable person you can deal with at any beauty skincare show was inundated with various business all wanting to be connected to his brand in Asia, that I found it hard to steal any time from Lincoln for updates. However these are the two products that the Asia market could not get enough of, both of these products are in the US now and can be ordered through the Spa at The Four Seasons Hotel New York.
DNA Serum a star product for all skin types made specifically for prevention, the DNA serum is highly effective in cell rejuvenation and assisting the skin cells to reproduce in a healthy manner. Phytic Acid within the DNA serum provides a hydrated, glowing , even toned complexion, while Ergothioneine fights and protects DNA from free radicals and MMP’s that breakdown the extracellular matrix of the skin. The concentrated blend of Glycosaminoglycans protect the skin's connective tissues and control healthy cellular functions. Sodium Hyaluronate draws moisture into the skin while helping to retain the skin’s natural hydration levels. Made for all skin types. Sodium Ergothionene (DNA), Phytic Acid, Glycosaminoglycans



Caviar Eye Repair Gel Created exclusively for the softer skin around the eye area, the Caviar Eye Repair Gel is used to flush out color and dark spots (bags) beneath the eyes. The Caviar Eye Repair Gel is more than a mere covering or whitening gel, but also intended to promote circulation. Beginning with the Chamomile, this prepares and calms the skin for application. The Caviar Extract, a potent antioxidant, is known to eliminate free radicals and repair damaged cells. Vitamin C also aids in eliminating pigmentation, and Vitamin E provides deep moisture during the cellular renewal process. Vitamin K aids in building up collagen and enhances skin texture. Chamomile, Rose Hips Extract, Heather Extract, Ginkgo Bilboba, Astaxanthin, Vitamin C, Vitamin E, Vitamin K

Ensure your nails are ready to steal the spotlight

Ensure your nails are ready to steal the spotlight


Nail expert Katie Saxton's tips to get your nails ready for the holiday season The holidays are right around the bend, and festive party goers are trying to decide how to jazz up their seasonal soiree get-ups! Nail expert and Custom Nail Solutions President Katie Saxton has the scoop on the hottest holiday nail trends that will help lovely ladies steal the spotlight at all merry festivities.

Katie’s Custom Nail Solutions kits, which give women beautiful, non-chipping, and everlasting custom-fit nails guaranteed to never crack or stain, revolutionized the nail beauty industry and ensured Katie’s place as one of the nation’s top nail gurus.


 According to Katie, the hottest nail trends of the holiday season are:

1. Holiday Caviar Nails: Caviar nails are all the rage right now! For your holiday caviar mani, you will need red nail polish, a jar of red microbeads, and a jar of green mircrobeads. Pour equal amounts of each jar of microbeads into a bowl and mix together. Then, paint your nails with a coat of red polish and let dry. Add one more coat of red to each nail and, while the polish is wet, hold your hand over a tray and pour the red and green microbeads on each nail. Gently pat the microbeads so they stick to the wet polish and let dry. Now your nails are ready to impress everyone at your holiday soiree!

2. Seasonal Sideways French Mani: Sideway French manis will be the hottest nail trend in 2013, and this fabulous style will complete your holiday look! To do this design, paint your nails green and let dry. Then, paint a vertical stripe of red polish along either the right or left edge of each nail, sticking to the same side for all of the nails. After painting the vertical lines, add a coat of clear topcoat to each nail.

3. Festive Holiday Colors: Red polish will make you look fabulous at every holiday festivity! Green polish is also a fantastic option that celebrates holiday staples like holly leaves and Christmas trees. Aside from these colors, nail polishes with cranberry hues will be huge this season, as they celebrate holiday traditions like cranberry sauce and cranberry-scented candles.

4. Festive Foil Nails: Who says glossy wrapping paper should only adorn holiday gifts?! Wrap up your nails with shiny green and red foils for a fabulous holiday look! To do this dazzling nail style, you must first purchase red and green nail foils online (we like www.dollarnailart.com) and have nail glue and a clear topcoat on hand. For the first nail, apply a coat of nail glue and let dry for 30 seconds to one minute, then press the red nail foil down. Run a Q-tip over the foil so it sticks, then peel off the foil’s clear backing. Repeat these steps for the rest of the nails, alternating between using green and red foil. Once finished, apply a coat of clear topcoat to each nail. Now your nails are ready for the party!

5. Gold Nail Polish: The holidays are a time for gold ornaments and gold wrapping paper, and this color will be the season’s go-to polish for your nails! Paint your nails with a shimmery gold nail polish so your holiday look is ready to steal the spotlight!

6. Dark Nails: Dark nails like blue and black will be popular this holiday season. Also, no holiday party is complete without yummy brownies and chocolate truffles, and you can celebrate these festive sweets with dark brown and espresso polishes!

7. Holiday Crackle: Paint each nail red and let dry, then add one coat of green “crackle” polish over each red nail. The red will peak through the “cracks” in the green polish, creating a fun and festive holiday effect!

8. Sweater Nails: The holiday season is a time for snuggly sweaters and delicious hot chocolate. Celebrate these holiday traditions with fuzzy sweater nails! Paint your nails with a topcoat, then sprinkle red and green flocking powder on each nail. Gently tap each nail to make the flocking powder stick.

9. Candy Cane Nails: Yummy candy canes are a staple treat during the holidays. The candy’s stripe design is also perfect for your nails! Paint your nails red and let dry, then, using a white nail polish pen, paint parallel diagonal lines in different widths across each nail. Use a silver nail polish pen to add thin, shimmering silver lines between the white stripes.

10. Metallic Nail Polish: Shiny nail polishes will be seen everywhere this winter season. Choose red, green, and purple metallic polishes to complete your holiday look!

In addition to these top nail trends, below is also info on the most revolutionary and talked-about new nail product of the holiday season. It is a perfect holiday gift for all the ladies on your list!


Custom Nail Solutions (http://www.customnailsolutions.com/) are the only artificial nails CUSTOM made to fit only the individual wearer's nails. They are extremely durable and easily stand up to the wear and tear of every day use. The kits give you elegant, natural-looking, unbreakable, non-chipping, and everlasting custom-fit artificial nails. What makes these kits so revolutionary is that they use a unique concept of dental putty to make impressions of your nails/nailbeds, which are then scanned by a state-of-the-art laser system. Custom Nail Solutions’ artificial nails are customized to fit these impressions with precision and accuracy, which means they will fit no one in the world but the woman who takes the impressions! They are available for $109.95 at www.customnailsolutions.com. 


Katie Saxton is the founder of CustomNailSolutions a renowned blogger and regular contributor to TV, radio, print  and online media, on topics of nail beauty, nail care and trends. Custom Nail Solutions is a revolutionary artificial nail product offering custom nails that uniquely fit only your nail beds, are reusable, chemical-free and are guaranteed to last a lifetime. You can have lovely, natural looking salon-style nails on your own schedule and in the comfort of your own home.

Carly Rae Jepsen beautiful skin from Votre Vu at the 2012 American Music Awards

Carly Rae Jepsen beautiful skin from Votre Vu at the 2012 American Music Awards

Celebrity makeup artist Tina Turnbow created Carly Rae Jepsen’s feminine, flirty look for the 2012 American Music Awards. Carly Rae picked up the coveted new artist-of-the-year award over One Direction, Australian artist Gotye, indie-pop band fun and rapper J. Cole. Her award winning look was created using Votre Vu and here is how Tina Turnbow made it all happen. “We wanted to create a look that would mimic the softness and femininity of Carly’s dress, while still remaining sexy. The colors on her dress were baby pink, teal, and gold â€" very feminine, but it was also very form fitting with an open back that gave it a little edge.  To prep Carly’s Skin, I used the Votre Vu Attentive Serum Delicat Pour Le Visage first and then the Attentive Crème du Jour over to provide a moisturized base for the foundation.

We wanted the focus to be on her eyes, which we wanted to reflect the soft/sexy contrast of her dress. First, I applied the Votre Vu Lingerie Pour Le Yeux to create an even, nude base for the eye shadow to stick to. Then, I swiped a shimmery gold eye shadow by Stila all over the lid to match the dress.


To create the soft, yet defined look for her eyes, I lined them with the Votre Vu Le Joli Crayon in Charbon, smudged it up and out at the edges with the sponge tip to create a slight smoky cat-eye effect, and then applied a black liquid liner on top for more definition. Lastly, I applied two coats of the Votre Vu Eiffel Power Mascara, concentrating more on the outer edges for a more feminine, flirty look.



On her cheeks, I applied the Votre Vu Vu-On Rouge Cheek and Lip Tint in Bouquet Rose, which gave a great natural, pink flush to her cheeks while not taking away the attention from her eyes. For her lips, I lined them with a pale pink lip liner to lighten up the color of the Vu-On Rouge in Bouquet Rose, which I lightly brushed over to give more dimension.


Lastly, I set the whole look by the misting the Votre Vu À Votre Santé spray which doubles as a makeup setting spray. Carly loved it, especially the scent! It gave just the right amount of dewiness to her skin while ensuring that her makeup wouldn’t move throughout the night since she’ll be performing!”