Beauty

April 8, 2014

Beauty, Beauty Event, Fashion Week, MBFWA

Mercedes Benz Fashion Week Day 2 was full of innovative hair and beauty looks, with some amazing styles heading down the runway. Across the shows we saw a minimalistic theme develop with natural and subtle...

BEAUTY NEWS: ELLA BACHÉ RELEASES DETOX AROMATIQUE SKINCARE RANGE

April 7, 2014

Detox Aromatique by Ella Baché Ella Baché releases its Detox Aromatique range of skincare, a powerful detoxifying and purifying skin care range, that combats the harmful toxins of everyday life by...

BACKSTAGE BEAUTY: CARLA ZAMPATTI AT MERCEDES BENZ FASHION WEEK AUSTRALIA

April 7, 2014

Beauty, Behind The Scenes, Fashion Week, MBFWA, Products

Mercedes Benz Fashion Week Australia kicked off in spectacular style with one of Australia's iconic designers, Carla Zampatti showcasing a beautiful range of stunning pieces on the runway. Image by Matthew...

SHAY & BLUE – A NEW NAME IN FRAGRANCES

Melody Ho

April 5, 2014

Unique and modern. These were the words that rang true at the launch of Shay & Blue, the new fragrance range from London. The launch, held at ECQ Bar, overlooking the Harbour Bridge, featured the...

INSIDE BEAUTY: INSIGHTS AND TRENDS WITH SUE REMES

April 4, 2014

Beauty, Interviews and What's In My Makeup Bag

One of the most interesting things I have observed in my role at Couturing, is the way that the Beauty industry keeps evolving and is one that sustains a level of continuing growth through tough and good...

DESTINATION BEAUTY – ALL YOUR ONLINE SITES FOR ALL YOUR BEAUTY NEEDS

April 4, 2014

I have to say that online shopping has been a blessing in my life. Being often time poor (and my office is really far from the shops) I love the accessibility of being able to browse beautiful things online...

DESTINATION BEAUTY: GAIA RETREAT AND SPA, BYRON BAY

April 2, 2014

Beauty, Health and Wellness, Men, Skincare and Haircare, Travel, Tried and Tested, Where To Stay

You know that scene in the movie Grease (of course you do) where Frankie Valli serenades Frenchy in the "beauty school dropout" dream sequence? He sings about the magical and grand "malt shop in the sky"?...

BALMAIN HARNESSES THEIR ROCKER SPIRIT IN THEIR LATEST FRAGRANCE EXTATIC

April 1, 2014

“Extatic is the perfect reflection of Balmain fashion: sexy, glamorous, daring… It’s like one of our gowns: able to reveal the sensuality of the woman who wears it.” - Olivier Rousteing Bold....

BEAUTY LOVERS REJOICE. MECCA COSMETICA LAUNCHES THEIR SIGNATURE LINE

April 1, 2014

Direct from the Living Lab of Beauty comes Mecca Cosmetica's new signature line collection. Cult makeup store Mecca Cosmetica has taken their 16 years of experience in the beauty and skincare industry, and...

GO-TO SKINCARE BY ZOË FOSTER BLAKE- YOUR NEW DESTINATION FOR SKINCARE

April 1, 2014

One of the most anticipated skincare ranges launches today and here at Couturing we're excited to share with you all the details of Go-To Skincare, the new range by Zoë Foster Blake. As the former Beauty...

GET THE LOOK: CK ONE COLOR COSMETICS FOR CALVIN KLEIN WHITE LABEL FALL’14 PRESENTATION IN NYC

March 31, 2014

Beauty, Beauty Event, Get The Look

ck one colour cosmetics created a simple and fresh makeup look for the Calvin Klein White Label Fall 2014 Men's and Women's Presentation in New York City yesterday. The presentation showcased sportswear,...

GAMES OF THRONES ACTOR KIT HARINGTON HAS BEEN ANNOUNCED AS THE NEW FACE OF JIMMY CHOO

March 30, 2014

Beauty, Beauty Campaigns, Men

Fans will know him better as the brooding Jon Snow from TV mega-hit Game of Thrones, but now British actor Kit Harington can add another title to CV as he was announced as the face of Jimmy Choo's...

WAKE UP WITH A BIG ONE AT THE BODY SHOP

March 28, 2014

Beauty, Beauty Campaigns, Products, Skincare and Haircare

Yep, The Body Shop's latest campaign is titled 'Wake up with a big one' and it's not what you're thinking! The Body Shop has launched a jumbo range of some of its perennial favourite products, including body...

BEHIND THE BRAND: ELLA BACHÉ – A UNIQUELY AUSTRALIAN STORY

March 28, 2014

Beauty, Brand Profiles

When I think of Ella Baché, I think of skincare, suncare and beauty therapists. But what I didn’t know about the brand is the exceptional history it has both here in Australia and France. Whilst Ella...

ILLAMASQUA ANNOUNCES FRANCES CUTRI AS NEW AUSTRALIAN BRAND AMBASSADOR

March 27, 2014

Couturing Beauty favourite, Illamasqua, has announced Frances Cutri as the British company's latest Australian brand ambassador. CLICK HERE TO LEARN MORE ABOUT ILLAMASQUA Frances joined Illamasqua in...

BEAUTY NEWS: SHU UEMURA ‘ART OF HAIR’ ANNOUNCED AS OFFICIAL HAIR PARTNER TO AKIRA FOR 2014

March 26, 2014

Beauty, Beauty News, Products, Skincare and Haircare

Having launched in March of last year, Shu Uemura Art of Hair is celebrating its first anniversary in Australia by teaming up with Akira. As the Official Hair Partner to the fashion label, Shu Uemura Art of...

VAMFF BACKSTAGE BEAUTY: RUNWAY 6 PRESENTED BY HARPER’S BAZAAR

March 25, 2014

Beauty, Beauty Event, Behind The Scenes, VAMFF

VAMFF Runway 6 presented by Harper's Bazaar showcased luxury in all forms. The high-end runway showcased luxurious and intricate designs by Ellery, Alex Perry, Arthur Galan, Yeojin Bae, Lui Hon and Carla...

VAMFF BACKSTAGE BEAUTY: RUNWAY 5 PRESENTED BY COSMOPOLITAN

March 25, 2014

Beauty, Beauty Event, Behind The Scenes, Fashion Week, VAMFF

Runway 5 presented by Cosmopolitan at VAMFF showcased some of Australia’s favourite labels including FINDERS KEEPERS, Cameo, Jaggar, Talulah, Rodeo Show, and Wild Horses, in a runway showcasing digital...

VAMFF BACKSTAGE BEAUTY: RUNWAY 4 PRESENTED BY ELLE

March 25, 2014

Beauty, Beauty Event, Behind The Scenes, Fashion Week, VAMFF

Beauty continued to shine on the runway when Elle presented Runway 4 featuring YB J’aime by Yeojin Bae, LIFEwithBIRD, Ginger & Smart, Michael Lo Sordo, Kahlo and Bianca Spender. Hair by L'Oreal...

VAMFF BACKSTAGE BEAUTY: RUNWAY 7 PRESENTED BY SHOP ‘TIL YOU DROP

March 24, 2014

Beauty, Beauty Event, Fashion Week, VAMFF

The beauty look at Runway 07 at VAMFF could be summed up in one word: cool. The look went perfectly with the edgy and contemporary clothes, as models stomped down the runway to a Kanye West soundtrack. Hair...

KATE UPTON – THE NEW FACE OF BOBBI BROWN

March 24, 2014

American model and actress, Kate Upton, has been announced as the new face of Bobbi Brown Cosmetics, taking over as the brand's second celebrity face following their first-ever celebrity spokesperson,...

HAPPY FIRST BIRTHDAY ELEVEN AUSTRALIA!

March 24, 2014

Beauty, Brand Profiles, Interviews and What's In My Makeup Bag, Skincare and Haircare

It's been a year since the brand ELEVEN Australia launched its complete range of 16 haircare products, and what a year it's been for the brand. ELEVEN's growing popularity over the last year has been...

VAMFF BACKSTAGE BEAUTY: CAMILLA GRAND SHOWCASE

March 20, 2014

Beauty, Beauty Event, Fashion Week, Get The Look, Interviews and What's In My Makeup Bag, Trends, VAMFF

Virgin Australia Melbourne Fashion Festival’s Grand Showcase featuring Camilla was brought to life with L’Oreal Paris and L’Oreal Professionnel on scene to deliver the eclectic combination of glamorous...

VAMFF BACKSTAGE BEAUTY: RUNWAY 3 PRESENTED BY FRANKIE

March 20, 2014

Beauty, Beauty Campaigns, Beauty Event, Get The Look, Interviews and What's In My Makeup Bag, VAMFF

We headed backstage to catch a glimpse at the creative L’Oréal team behind VAMFF Runway 3 Presented by Frankie. CLICK HERE TO SEE COUTURING'S COVERAGE OF THE RUNWAY HAIR BY L'OREAL...

VAMFF BACKSTAGE BEAUTY: DAVID JONES OPENING RUNWAY

March 20, 2014

Beauty, Beauty Event, Get The Look, Trends, VAMFF

The Virgin Australia Melbourne Fashion Festival, is the time of year that fashion people anticipate. It's our version of grand final week if you are that way inclined, except not only do we wait (with bated...

VAMFF BACKSTAGE BEAUTY: RUNWAY 2 PRESENTED BY INSTYLE

March 20, 2014

Beauty, Beauty Event, Get The Look, Interviews and What's In My Makeup Bag, VAMFF

Couturing heads backstage at Virgin Australia Melbourne Fashion Festival 2014’s Runway 2 presented by InStyle to check out all the beauty looks behind the show. HAIR BY L'OREAL...

VAMFF BACKSTAGE BEAUTY: RUNWAY 1 PRESENTED BY MISS VOGUE

March 20, 2014

Beauty, Beauty Event, Get The Look, Interviews and What's In My Makeup Bag, Trends, VAMFF

VAMFF has kicked off and we headed backstage to catch all the action with L'Oreal Paris Make-up Director, Elsa Morgan, and L'Oreal Professionnel Hair Directors, Catarina Di Biase and Brad Ngata, for Runway...

BACKSTAGE BEAUTY: KOOKAI’S AW14 RUNWAY LAUNCH

March 19, 2014

Beauty, Beauty Event, Trends

Kookai launched its New York themed Autumn Winter 14 collection last Thursday at Melbourne's Exhibition Buildings featuring the face of the brand, International supermodel, Nicole Trunfio. Behind the...

TRIED & TESTED: HAIR OILS TREATMENTS

March 19, 2014

Beauty, Products, Skincare and Haircare, Tried and Tested

Admittedly I've been slow on the uptake on hair oils. As a person with an oily scalp, the thought of adding more oil to my hair made me a tad uncomfortable. I let the morroccan and argan hair oil craze pass me...

NEW PRODUCTS: KEVIN.MURPHY’S ROUGH.RIDER, ILLAMASQUA’S GLAMORE COLLECTION, GUINOT’S LONGUE VIE MAINS HAND CREME

March 18, 2014

Beauty, Beauty News, Products, Skincare and Haircare

KEVIN.MURPHY: ROUGH.RIDER Create sculpted looks with KEVIN.MUPRHY’s new strong hold matte clay, ROUGH.RIDER. By combining a mixture of wax with Diatomaceous Earth, made of 89% Silica which stimulates...

PARIS FASHION WEEK AW14: THE RUNWAYS BEST BEAUTY LOOKS

March 17, 2014

Beauty, Beauty Event, Get The Look, Trends

Paris Fashion Week has wrapped up and Couturing has the best beauty looks from the AW14 shows. From the makeup and hair to the finely detailed nails, we have you covered. LANVIN A/W14 Wet hair...

BEAUTY AND BRAINS, THE SECRET TO THE SUCCESS OF MODEL CO

March 14, 2014

Beauty, Brand Profiles

TAN Airbrush in a Can. Turbo Lash Wand. These two products are some of the hugely successful and iconic products from Australian brand Model Co. founded by CEO, Shelley Barrett, in 2002. The story...

L’OREAL PROFESSIONEL HAIRCHALK COLOUR POLISH

March 13, 2014

Beauty, Products, Trends, Tried and Tested

To celebrate the launch of L’Oreal Professionnel Hairchalk Colour Polish, leading Melbourne hair salon Xiang was the perfect place to hold the launch for this new and innovative product. L’Oreal...

GET YOURSELF ‘HOT LIPS’ WITH ELLIS FAAS

March 12, 2014

Unfortunately not all of us are blessed with plump lips like Angelina Jolie, but now, thanks to Ellis Faas, you can now emphasis your pout with their new collection Hot Lips. Founded by Ellis Faas who...

TRIED & TESTED: BROWN SKIN SECRETS HYDRATING SYSTEM

Thara Vidyaratne

March 11, 2014

Being a brown gal in a white-dominated culture such as Australia has its cons when it comes to beauty products. Shopping for make-up leaves me frustrated as most shades don't go any darker than 'Beige' or...

ACAI, NOT JUST FOR YOUR SMOOTHIES!

March 10, 2014

Acai will be familiar to anyone who is into healthfood, smoothies and clean eating. This berry has enjoyed a quick rise to the top of the must have superfood chain due to its powerful antioxidant...

GLAMOUR AT LONDON FASHION WEEK

March 7, 2014

Beauty, Beauty Event, London Fashion Week

After sweeping through New York, Fashion Week arrived in London with a bang! Here’s a roundup of some of our favourite glamorous makeup and hair looks direct from the catwalk. Grace The beauty look...

CHANNEL YOUR INNER GLAMAZON WITH NARS

March 5, 2014

NARS' new Spring Collection is not for the faint-hearted. Its bold, bright colours will transport you to a tropical paradise where the seas are a crystal clear blue and the sand soft beneath your...

VERSO, THE BEST THING TO COME OUT OF SWEDEN SINCE IKEA

March 3, 2014

"This is definitely a milestone within modern skincare." - Lars Fredriksson, Creator of Verso Skincare Taking its name from the Latin word for reverse, Verso Skincare promises to literally reverse the...

MUSTELA – A BRAND WORTH KNOWING FOR YOUR BABY AND FOR YOU

February 28, 2014

Beauty, Brand Profiles

Speak to many new mothers and they will have heard of the French brand, Mustela. The brand, one of the European leaders in baby skincare, has recently launched its Australian subsidiary, its eleventh in...

THE BEST OF BRITISH BEAUTY BRANDS

February 26, 2014

Beauty, Brand Profiles, Products, Skincare and Haircare

Britain has offered the world some fantastic beauty brands, so let’s take a moment to appreciate them. Now that I’m living in England for six months, I figure it’s the perfect time for me to embrace the...

WITCHERY’S ‘MODERN MUSE’ – COMPLETING THE LOOK WITH REDKEN

February 25, 2014

Get The Look, Products, Skincare and Haircare

The Modern Muse. Witchery's A/W 14 campaign is all about the Modern Muse and the launch earlier this month showcased some of hottest trends we'll be seeing as we move into winter. To perfect the look off...

KRISTEN STEWART STRIPS DOWN FOR BALENCIAGA’S LATEST FRAGRANCE

February 24, 2014

Balenciaga has followed the release of its successful fragrance Florabotanica with its second perfume Rosabotanica. Carrying on the concept created during Florabotanica of being in Balenciaga's 'magical...

BEHIND THE RUNWAY: BACKSTAGE BEAUTY MYER’S A/W14 LAUNCH

February 20, 2014

Getting the right Beauty look for a runway show can be challenging if the runway show features different designers and colours and styles. Fortunately, the team behind KEVIN.MURPHY and Napoleon Perdis, put...

OPI NAILS IT AT NYFW14

February 20, 2014

Beauty, Beauty Event, Get The Look

OPI teamed up with some of fashion's biggest names at New York Fashion Week 2014. Blushy pinks, matte neutrals and cloudy nails popped up on the runways giving us some inspiration for our nails this winter....

NAIL THE LATEST TRENDS FROM NYFW14

February 19, 2014

Beauty, Fashion Week, Get The Look, New York Fashion Week

With no surprise, New York Fashion Week has shown the world new and incredible fashions with amazing nail trends to compliment . A-class nail company essie worked around the clock to achieve perfect looks and...

NEW PRODUCT: YSL GLOSS VOLUPTE

February 18, 2014

Yves Saint Laurent launches Gloss Volupte a totally unique experience with new sense stimulating gloss, the latest in the Volupte family. The new Gloss Volupte is ultra slim, non-greasy, non-sticky and...

NYFW14: HOTTEST HAIR & BEAUTY LOOKS STRAIGHT OFF THE RUNWAY

February 17, 2014

Beauty, Beauty Event, New York Fashion Week

New York Fashion Week has hit once again and left us with a kaleidoscope of beauty ideas. Here’s our pick of beauty looks from this year's NYFW: Natural beauty by Bobbi Brown at Elie Tahari To...

THE SECRET TO LOOKING YOUNG

February 16, 2014

Beauty, Products, Skincare and Haircare, Tried and Tested

I know I'm not alone in feeling cynical when I hear about the latest serum, cream, treatment, etc in the battle against anti-ageing. However, those days spent in the sun and in an air conditioned office...

CARGO – MAKEUP TO MOVE YOU

February 15, 2014

Beauty, Brand Profiles, Products, Tried and Tested

With many makeup brands on the market, it can be hard to find one that not only suits your skin type, but continues to push the boundaries when it comes to innovative and fresh products. Established in...

TRIED AND TESTED: GUINOT’S BEAUTE NEUVE FACIAL, FRENCH BEAUTY AT ITS BEST

Stephanie Maiyah

February 14, 2014

Looking for a skin treatment that leaves your skin radiant, bright and fresh? Then make sure you try Guinot's Beaute Neuve renewing treatment. If you haven't heard of French brand, Guinot, it is one of...

NEWS: OPI X COCA COLA, KEVIN.MURPHY STYLES MYER’S A/W SHOW, L’OREAL PROFESSIONNEL LAUNCHES HAIRCHALK

February 13, 2014

What's hot this week in the world of Beauty? OPI partners with Coca Cola Nail brand, OPI has announced a collaboration with The Coca Cola Company for its upcoming new limited edition nail lacquers...

TOP 3 BEAUTY LOOKS AT THE 2014 AACTA AWARDS

February 12, 2014

Beauty, Beauty Event, Get The Look

Couturing takes you backstage at the 3rd annual AACTA Awards where ELEVEN Australia Creative Director and celebrity hairdresser Joey Scandizzo and styling team created fashion-forward beauty looks. Here are...

BE MY VALENTINE? TOP FRAGRANCES FOR YOUR LOVE

February 10, 2014

Beauty

Stuck on what to buy your Valentine? Couturing is here to help, with our top fragrances for your special someone. FOR HER Burberry Brit Rhythm for Her Burberry's new fragrance for women is the...

WHY WOULDN’T YOU WANT TO HAVE YOUR OWN UNIQUE SCENT?

Thom Whilton

February 9, 2014

Beauty, Beauty Event, Products, Skincare and Haircare

It’s a simple question and yet, bottle after bottle, celebrity fragrance after celebrity fragrance, the art of a custom perfume has been lost. Somewhere in between convenience and economy, the designer...

TRIED & TESTED: BURBERRY BRIT RHYTHM

February 9, 2014

Sexy and provocative, Brit Rhythm is inspired by the exhilaration and adrenaline of live music and the electricity of the crowd. - Christopher Bailey, Burberry Chief Creative Officer Following the...

KIRSTEN DUNST – THE NEW FACE OF L’OREAL PROFESSIONNEL

February 7, 2014

International film actress Kirsten Dunst has been announced as the new spokesperson for L'Oreal Professionnel. Awarded Best Actress at the 2011 Cannes Film Festival for her astonishing performance...

NEW PRODUCT: SUVANA ORGANIC PAW PAW & HONEY BALM

February 5, 2014

Suvana Organic Paw Paw & Honey Balm is a new all-purpose balm, enriched with natural Paw Paw, Cocoa Butter and Honey. Made with certified organic ingredients and 100% petroleum-free, Paw Paw &...

BEAUTY LOOKS AT THE ROYAL BOTANIC RUNWAY

February 5, 2014

Melbourne's Royal Botanical Gardens lit up last Thursday night with beautifully dressed models floating down the circular catwalk at Guilfoyle's Volcano for the Royal Botanic Runway. Featuring four of...

DISCOVER ENGLISH ROSE, THE NEW MAKEUP COLLECTION FROM BURBERRY

February 2, 2014

Beauty, Beauty Campaigns, Products

Thanks to the rise of British period dramas such as Downton Abbey, the English Rose makeup look has been revived with a modern touch. Burberry have released their latest Spring/Summer 2014 collection,...

THESE EASY CLEANSERS MEANS THERE’S NO EXCUSE FOR SLEEPING IN YOUR MAKEUP

January 28, 2014

It's summer and there are parties and festivals to attend! But it's no excuse to slack off when taking care of your skin even after a tiring day or night out. Built-up dirt that is left from not cleaning...

GUINOT BEAUTE NEUVE FACIAL TREATMENT

January 24, 2014

Looking for something to give your skin a boost? Look no further than Guinot's Beaute Neuve facial treatment, a treatment that brings together the powerful actions of fruit acids and pure vitamin C for a...

WHAT’S IN YOUR MAKEUP BAG: GRETEL SCARLETT FROM GREASE THE MUSICAL

January 20, 2014

Beauty, Interviews and What's In My Makeup Bag

Couturing catches up with actress Gretal Scarlett, who is currently starring as Sandy in Grease - The Musical, to chat about what's in her makeup bag and her skincare regime as she performs live on stage...

TRIED & TESTED: THE BENEFIT OF BROWS

Stephanie Maiyah

January 17, 2014

Beauty, Get The Look, Tried and Tested

“Eyebrows frame the face”… we’ve all heard it many times before, however how many of us have actually sought advice from a professional brow expert? Well, I can say that I have now, taking some...

FOUR EASY STEPS TO SOFT, SMOOTH SUMMER SKIN

January 15, 2014

Beauty, Get The Look, Skincare and Haircare

Couturing brings you the essential guide for glowing skin with fun, fast and super easy tips. 1. Exfoliate your body If there is one key step , it is to exfoliate your skin. Keep your skin looking...

INTERVIEW: NICOLE WARNE FOR PRETTY SHADY

January 15, 2014

Beauty, Beauty Campaigns, Interviews and What's In My Makeup Bag

One of the biggest bloggers in the world, the gorgeous Nicole Warne, aka Gary Pepper Girl isn't short of an offer to front a campaign. She's worked with some of the biggest brands in the world, including...

TRAVEL MAKEUP BAG ESSENTIALS – OLIVIA’S TOP TIPS

January 13, 2014

Flights booked, tick! Travel itinerary, sorted! Stylish wardrobe, packed! Countless adventures await as you embark on a trip to a new destination. All that’s left to organise is the perfect travel makeup...

WHY CHEMICAL FREE SKINCARE IS A MUST FOR MEN

Thom Whilton

January 11, 2014

Beauty, Men, Skincare and Haircare

In the past decade men have really started taking grooming seriously - I would love to attribute that to the rise of the metrosexual and the gift that was Queer Eye for the Straight Guy (2002)....

PRE-TANNING TIPS

January 8, 2014

Using fake tan is the best way to get that summer glow without damaging your skin with harsh uv rays. Whether you are getting a spray tan or applying it yourself, it is extremely important to prepare your skin...

TRIED & TESTED: LITTLE BIRD ORGANIC PAW PAW BALM

December 31, 2013

Paw paw cream has become a staple in a lot of women's makeup kits. What people don't know is that while it's good for you, many creams and balms on the market contain petrochemicals and harmful preservatives....

TRIED AND TESTED: CURTIS COLLECTION BY VICTORIA

December 30, 2013

We, at Couturing, rejoice at the launch of Australian owned products. Our latest discovery is boutique makeup brand Curtis Collection By Victoria. This professional quality range is loaded with mineral...

SUMMER ESSENTIAL: LOVING TAN

Taylor Kelly

December 24, 2013

Beauty, Products, Skincare and Haircare, Tried and Tested

With a myriad of at-home tanning products readily available to us, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed by choice. Selecting the right product can be particularly daunting if you’ve had a prior faux pas or are...

FESTIVE SEASON MAKEUP PARTY LOOKS

December 23, 2013

Beauty, Get The Look, Trends

For those of you embracing the party season, you may be the type of person who has their New Years Eve dress organised in November, and thrives on watching their monthly planner rapidly fill up. You may also...

UVA SALON LAUNCH

December 22, 2013

Beauty Event, People & Parties

UVA salon has opened its doors with the official launch taking place at the salon's Greville street, Prahran location.UVA Salon is the much anticipated venture headed by renowned hairdresser Marie Uva who has...

TOP BEAUTY GIFTS FOR HIM & HER THIS CHRISTMAS: OLIVIA’S TOP PICKS

December 22, 2013

Couturing takes the hard work out of picking the perfect beauty gifts for you this Christmas with our top beauty picks! We’ve scoured the cosmetic departments and beauty services to bring you our top picks...

TOP BEAUTY GIFTS FOR HIM & HER THIS CHRISTMAS: THARA’S TOP PICKS

Thara Vidyaratne

December 21, 2013

Couturing beauty writer, Thara gives us her list of Top Beauty gifts for men and women this Festive season. WOMEN Bearberry Rejuvenating Set by Laviol $150.00 A beautiful organic skin care set...

TOP BEAUTY GIFTS FOR HIM & HER THIS CHRISTMAS: GHADEER’S PICKS

December 20, 2013

Did you draw a colleague for Kris Kringle or are you adding more items to your Christmas check-list than you’re actually ticking off? Have no fear, Couturing is here to help find the perfect gift this...

TOP BEAUTY GIFTS FOR HIM & HER THIS CHRISTMAS: SIMONE’S PICKS

December 19, 2013

Couturing writer Simone Pucci gives us her top Beauty picks this Christmas. FOR HER Body Shop Tin of Coconuts $49.95 This top to toe pamepering gift set has a scent of coconut. The products...

GIVEAWAY: ENDOTA SPA NEVER SAY DRY PACK

December 17, 2013

To celebrate Christmas, one lucky Couturing reader has the chance to win a coveted Endota Spa's Never Say Dry Skin Pack. Valued at $100, this pack is the perfect present for a loved one (or...

TOP BEAUTY GIFTS FOR HIM & HER THIS CHRISTMAS: SYAHMIN’S PICKS

December 16, 2013

Beauty, Men, Products, Skincare and Haircare

Couturing's beauty writers are picking their favourite Top Beauty gifts for Her and Him this festive season to help you find the perfect gift for your loved ones! Here are Syahmin's top picks for Beauty...

TRIED & TESTED: ELEVEN’S STRONG HOLD STYLING PASTE

Saul Klimas

December 12, 2013

Now I’m no Vidal Sassoon, but if I were to guess, I’d say the average Australian male is buying a tub of hair product ever 4-5 months. If I were to take another guess, I’d say 80% of those males would be...

BRAND PROFILE: AROMABABY

December 12, 2013

Beauty, Brand Profiles, Skincare and Haircare

You may not have heard of Aromababy, but it is a celebrated brand which celebrities have been using on their babies since the brand started in 1994. Created by Catherine Cervasio after a desire to find...

PUTTING YOUR BEST FOOT FORWARD THIS SUMMER

December 10, 2013

Summer is here! That just means two things - thongs and bare feet on the beach. Worried you've still got your dry skin from winter? Couturing explores ways to get the best feet for summer. Salon...

SUMMER HAIRCARE: TIPS TO KEEP HAIR LOOKING FABULOUS

December 9, 2013

Summer can wreak havoc on your locks so it’s important to take extra good care of your hair during the warmer season! The heat can make your hair go frizzy and leave you with greasy roots and dehydrated...

BEAUTY PREP FOR THE PARTY SEASON

Thara Vidyaratne

December 8, 2013

As we emerge weary eyed from winter hibernation, the warm weather that greets us is a clear reminder that party season is upon us. It's that time of year for bare shoulders and short hemlines, but don't go...

TOP BABY SKINCARE PRODUCTS

December 8, 2013

At Couturing our focus has been on women's and men's skincare, but let's not forget babies! We usually talk about soap that wont hurt the baby's eyes and lotions when it comes to baby skincare products, but we...

TRIED & TESTED: AROMABABY

December 6, 2013

Beauty, Products, Skincare and Haircare, Tried and Tested

When you're a new mum, it's sometimes difficult to know what is good for your little one when it comes to skincare. There are thousands of products on the market making it very confusing at...

MECCA MAXIMA HITS SOUTHLAND

December 4, 2013

Our beloved Mecca Maxima has just launched a new concept store at Westfield Southland shopping centre, and if you love the pre-existing Melbourne Central location, just wait till you lay your...

TRIED & TESTED: KÉRASTASE PARIS RESISTANCE VOLUMIFIQUE

Taylor Kelly

December 3, 2013

Beauty, Products, Skincare and Haircare, Tried and Tested

Defy limp locks with a product that packs a voluminous punch. Over 1 in two women have fine hair, often experiencing lack of body and radiance and find their hair difficult to style. With this,...

SOFIA AZORAKOS WINS THE 2014 AMERICAN CREW ALL STAR CHALLENGE

December 2, 2013

500 beautiful black and white photographs of men’s hair styles were plastered on the walls, each begging to be gazed upon and vying to be crowned ‘Star’. The American Crew 'All Star Challenge',...

MOVEMBER – SHAVE IT OFF WITH AMERICAN CREW

November 29, 2013

For all those selfless men who have grown your mo' as a part of Movember, are you looking forward to losing that patchy area of hair? As Movember comes to a close, it’s time to say goodbye to your facial...

NEW PRODUCTS: GUINOT LAIT HYDRA FRAICHEUR AND LOTION HYDRA FRAICHEUR

November 27, 2013

Guinot has introduced two new products to its collection. Appropriate for all skin types, the Guinot range welcomes a cleanser 'Lait Hydra Fraicheur' and the cbd lotion. Used together, your skin will receive...

VICTORIA’S SECRET HAIR SECRETS

November 26, 2013

Beauty, Get The Look, Skincare and Haircare

Can you keep a secret? Because we’re about to deliver some juicy hair secrets courtesy of Victoria’s Secret and ELEVEN Australia! There’s no denying that the ‘Angels’ who strut the runway glad in...

ALTERNA BAMBOO SHINE: ON THE GO TRAVEL PACK

November 21, 2013

Beauty, Skincare and Haircare, Tried and Tested

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Want gorgeous, healthy glossy locks? Alterna Bamboo Shine is your answer! The Bamboo Shine On the Go Travel set aims to brighten up dull hair with shine enhancing organic Indian Gooseberry, and organic...

SPRING PERFUMES: THE FLORAL EDITION

November 19, 2013

Re-arranging your spring clothes in your wardrobe to plan for your outings, dates or parties? Couturing helps to pick out six all-time favourite floral perfumes to match your outfits for the new season. 1....

KINGS DOMAIN

Ash Maiyah

November 15, 2013

Barbers enjoy a rich tradition dating back to at least the 14th Century in Europe, and for half a millennium, Barbers performed surgery and dentistry in addition to haircuts and shaves. Indeed the...

LATEST TRENDS: ‘HAIRFUMES’

November 13, 2013

Beauty, Products, Trends

Fragrances created specifically for your hair have become the latest trend in the fragrance world. Hair perfumes, also known as ‘hairfumes’, are taking the world by storm with high end fragrance companies...

FLORABOTANICA BY BALENCIAGA

November 11, 2013