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Probiotics in skincare – what are they and why are they trending?
by Jo Boyden
on Mar 19 2018
I’m sure we’ve all heard about the benefits of ingesting probiotics, whether it be by taking a supplement or eating certain foods. Now a new trend is taking centre stage – probiotics for the skin! Serums, Moisturisers, Masks…packed full of friendly bacteria to help restore the natural balance of our skin while refining, protecting and rejuvenating the complexion all at the same time!Now let’s get down to the nitty gritty for those of you who like to be further informed. What exactly are probiotics? And how is it that they actually work?What exactly are probiotics?Probiotics are good bacteria that normally reside in our bodies and in our skin. Due to sickness, toxicity, the use of antibiotics, and other external factors, our good bacteria diminishes and the bad bacteria becomes more prominent in our system.How do they actually work on our skin?For the skin, they work in a similar way as they do for the digestive system. Topical probiotics help deliver a dose of good bacteria directly to our skin, restoring radiance and balance. Some are recommended for mature skin because of their ability to regenerate as well as protect the skin by retaining moisture, healing wounds, and increasing collagen and elastin production for anti-aging effects. They are also an effective anti-inflammatory which means they bring calm to the skin soothing redness and irritation.Would I benefit from using skincare featuring probiotics?Yes! With its multitude of benefits, skincare rich in probiotics are great for anyone wanting to restore balance and radiance to the skin! They have the ability to boost the skin’s natural defence, rebuilding and strengthening it. Thanks to their calming, nurturing and anti-inflammatory qualities, they are also really beneficial for those with skin conditions such as Acne, Rosacea and Psoriasis.Interesting right? Sound like something you need right now? If so, Pevonia have just launched a new skincare range – Micro Pores Bio-Active Collection. It is formulated with a new breakthrough probiotic called Pseudoalteromonas (you don’t need to know how to pronounce it, just know that it’s darn good stuff for your skin!). By incorporating probiotics in this collection, Pevonia offers a natural, powerfully effective solution to counteract the most searched concerns: pore-refinement, uneven texture, oil control, aging and dehydration!
Undertone: Understanding your True Skin Colour
by Jo Boyden
on Mar 15 2018
This word is frequently mentioned in the beauty industry but if we were to ask what your UNDERTONE is, would you know what to say? In this blog entry, ELES gives you tips on how to determine your undertone.From the word itself, it is the colour underneath the surface of the skin. Knowing your undertone is the key to getting makeup products (and clothes) that look great on you.There are three main types of undertones:Cool (pink, red or bluish undertones)Warm (yellow, peachy, golden undertones)Neutral (a combination of warm and cool undertones)Makeup artists can spot your undertone effortlessly but in the absence of a glam squad, these tips will help you determine your true colour! If you’re an aspiring makeup artist, knowing how to determine an undertone will help you create a great makeup base for your cilents as well. Here are our tips: A white cloth can tell you what your undertone is!This technique is very similar to what videographers call a white balance. After washing your face, go near the window where you can have natural light and place a white cloth or white paper beside your face. Ask someone to check out the contrast of your skin. If the skin appears: golden or yellow = WARM pinkish or flushed = COOL can't tell? = NEUTRAL Gold or Silver?Try wearing your gold and silver necklace or bracelet and ask someone which one looks great on you. If you look radiant and glowing in: Gold jewelry = WARM Silver and platinum jewelry = COOL What clothes look great on you?When picking clothes, it’s easy to know what shades are warm and cool. For cool colours, think of water, sea, and sky. For warm coloured clothes, think of the sun, Autumn leaves, and earth colours. If you look good in clothes that are colour: Orange, Yellow, Dark Green = WARM White, black, blue, and gray = COOL All colours. If you look fab like a supermodel in everything that you wear, you are blessed! = NEUTRAL ;) The Sun will also tell you your undertone! Your skin turns golden brown when you lounge under the sun = WARM Your skin burns when exposed under the sun = COOL Eye ColourThis is not always accurate but it will help. blue, gray, or green eyes = COOL brown, amber, or hazel eyes = WARM Check your Veins! Blue veins = COOL Green veins = WARM in between = NEUTRAL Our recommendations:Using a foundation that matches your undertone is the true secret to naturally flawless looking skin. It won't look cakey or fake and it will blend well as you fade your foundation down your neck. Below is a list of ELES foundations you can choose from:ELES HD Luminous FoundationCOOL - Ivory, Honey BeigeNEUTRAL - Buff, Almond, TanWARM - Linen, Cream Beige, SandELES Liquid Powder Mineral FoundationCOOL - Linen, Vanilla Cream, Sandy Beige, Natural Beige, EspressoNEUTRAL - Tender Beige, Porcelain, Cameo Beige, Almond,WARM - Cream Beige, Pale Beige, FawnELES Mineral Powder FoundationCOOL - Nude, ChestnutNEUTRAL - Shell, Tender, Sunlit, MochaWARM - Blonde, Cream, Sand, Toast
Who wore it best at the Oscars? Makeup looks rocking it this year!
by Jo Boyden
on Mar 06 2018
Soft pink lips, a touch of blush, fierce wings and vampy lip colours, this year’s Oscars bought an array of makeup looks from natural elegance to rock chic ready... …but our favourite look of the night was adorned by the lovely Emma Stone who opted for monochromatic makeup, one of the biggest makeup trends of 2018.For those not familiar with the term, monochromatic makeup simply refers to a look which uses one colour in multiple areas of the face, in this instance eyes and cheeks and lips.We cannot get enough of her peachy lid and cheek combo and the best part is it’s easy to pull off, and, we are going to show you how!OSCARS: Monochromatic Makeup Look Prep your skin Choose a base and shade that best complements your skin tone. In Emma’s case we’d use the Mineral Foundation Powder in Nude. Apply all over face using a powder brush. Choose your colour scheme Decide on the colour you want to use for the monochromatic look, then include multiple shades of that colour for all of your features. Colours that work great are reds, pinks, bronzes and oranges. Build your eyes Take your blush, Baked Blush in Tulip, and using a blending brush, blend all over eye lid up through the crease and to just under the brow bone. Then apply Mineral Shadow Tourmaline to the inner corners of the eyes and beneath the brow bone, blend out the edges. Using a flat definer brush also apply the Mineral Matte Shadow in Tourmaline along the lower lash lines. Next take Mineral Matte Shadow in Terra Peach and wet it to create more intense colour. Apply to outer corners of eyes.Using a flat definer brush apply Mineral Matte Shadow in Indigo to the upper lash line. Next take the Superwear Gel Liner in Baroque and apply along the lower lash lines and smudge out with a small tapered blending brush.Finish with two coast of Lush Mascara in Black to both the upper and lower lashes. Apply your blush Using a blush brush, apply Baked Blush in Tulip (same blush applied initially to eyes) to the apples of your cheeks and sweep upward into hairline. Layer your lips Complete the look with a lip shade that will compliment the blush colour chosen as well as complete the monochromatic look. Try Moisture Crème Lipstick in Peach. Finish with Pucker-Up Lipgloss in Air Kiss.Follow these five simple steps and you’ll be channelling Emma Stone in next to no time! Monochromatic looks are an easy way to look flawless and sophisticated without too much effort!
ENLARGED PORE: Truths and Common Misconceptions
by Jo Boyden
on Mar 01 2018
If you don’t like the size of your pores, read up! Here are common truths and myths about this whole pore thing:The TRUTH will set you freeIf you’ve been wondering… Yes, POREXIA is a thing! There are two types of pores. Having pores is healthy and essential. UV rays can make them look larger. Hormones can also make them look larger. Enlarged pores come with age. Over-washing your face makes them bigger. Men have larger pores. Many of us are obsessed with our pore size and if we’re given a chance to make them smaller, we would! Some of us are even more worried about our pores than our wrinkles.Oil pores are hair follicles that contain sebaceous glands. These produce sebum (oil) that causes our pimples. Sweat glands are very small and don’t cause irritation. Both are very important to our health. Sweat pores are our body’s breathing holes, transporting unwanted substances out of the body. Oil pores are needed for hair to grow and hair is needed to protect skin.The average adult has about 20,000 pores on their face.When pores become clogged with oil and dead skin cells, blackhead and whiteheads may form. When bacteria comes in contact with these two, a pimple is born!Ultraviolet rays weaken collagen and without collagen, our pores become less tight. Decreased elasticity causes them to enlarge.When hormones spike during OVULATION, our pores enlarge and will shrink again when hormone levels decrease. Hormonal shift during PREGNANCY and MENOPAUSE also do the same. So yes, mood swings and pores are related. Try to relax during these trying times.As we age, our body produces less Elastin and Collagen and without these two, our skin sag and our pores become enlarged. This is something inevitable but can be managed. WE WILL REVEAL OUR NEW SOLUTION LATER IN THIS ARTICLE.Wash your face twice a day – morning and evening. Washing too often can dry the skin leaving more dead skin cells on the surface.Men have larger pores than women. Because men are naturally more active, their oil glands produce more oil and so their pores appear more visible.The Pore MYTHology Blackhead is dirt. You can close pores. Toothpaste can tighten pores, just like how it solves acne problems. Blackhead is oxidized oil, not dirt. Sebum is usually white. There may sometimes be dirt but blackhead is mostly oil.Pores dilate and can change from wide to narrow but you can’t totally close them. You can only TIGHTEN them.Never put toothpaste on your face. Toothpaste doesn’t cure acne and it certainly doesn’t clean and tighten pores. It will only cause irritation. Use proper skincare products that address your skin concerns.If large pores have always been a problem for you, fret not! We’ve found a solution!Pevonia’s NEW Micro-Pores Bio-Active and Probiotic Skincare is an anti-aging and pore-refining in one. If you have been dreaming of flawless skin with refined texture, Pevonia’s NEW Power Repair Micro-Pores collection is the solution you have been waiting for.Benefits: Reduces pore size Normalizes oil and moisture levels Increases collagen and elastin formation Bio-active formula contains elite actives that positively affect skin Probiotics help address uneven texture, and dehydration and other skin concerns Get the entire Pevonia Micro-Pores Bio-Active Collection and see visible results within just 2 weeks!
Exfoliate Your Skin and Achieve a Radiant Glow
by Jo Boyden
on Feb 23 2018
Exfoliate for a Radiant GlowSummer is almost over and we have a few days to go until it’s officially autumn. The weather will be cooler and friendlier. If you’re a beach bum like most Aussies are, you seized every weekend strolling along the beaut seaside. Some have patches of sunburnt skin all over, and some just look like they had a very relaxing holiday! Want to know their secret? EXFOLIATE!Do you know how good exfoliation is for your skin? Rubbing it with granules help remove dead cells from the surface, revealing a softer, smoother, and youthful you. It is important that you know what exfoliant to use as there are plenty of products in the market that are too abrasive and do more harm than good. We’re proud to say that Pevonia exfoliants are gentle on the skin but do a great job in getting rid of the dead skin cells. Pick the right exfoliant for you:ALL SKIN TYPESYour skin needs a little help every once in a while. A regular cleanser cleanses your face but Pevonia's Gentle Exfoliating Cleanser has exfoliating jojoba beads, saponaria and chamomile that wash away impurities and toxins. A true bonzer! The beads are finer than what you’ll usually find in regular exfoliants so it’s gentle but truly effective in refining texture and adding glow to your skin.PROBLEMATIC SKINIt’s easier to clear the skin of acne with a cleanser that has powerful anti-bacterial properties. Clarigel Exfoliating Cleanser combines Soapwort, Triclosan, Grapefruit Oil, and Citric Acid to gently remove impurities. It helps control breakouts, brightens the skin tone, and refines your skin.DRY, DULL SKINAnd for a more intense solution to dry, dull skin, the Enzymo Spherides Peeling Cream is a must-have! Experience the cutting-edge technology of this cream’s unique enzymes entrapment. The encapsulated Pineapple and Papaya enzymes eliminate impurities, blackheads, dead cells, sebum, and toxins as you work this cream into your skin. Using this once a week will help you gain a bright, smooth complexion with ABSOLUTELY ZERO DOWNTIME.Regular exfoliation with one of Pevonia's refining exfoliants promotes a brighter, satiny texture. Get rid of unwanted impurities and dead cells, and prevent follicular clogging and surface accumulations. Your skin becomes luminous and revived.
Applying a Bronzer According to Face Shape for a Natural Sunkissed Look
by Jo Boyden
on Feb 22 2018
Do you sometimes wonder how some people always look fresh and sunkissed even during fall? It’s like their complexion is perfect all year round! A healthy-looking skin tone is always on trend and you need a bronzer to add that au naturale glow and warmth to your face.Applying bronzer is key to creating the perfect glow you want to achieve. It also enhances your complexion. Strategically applying it according to your face shape makes that glow look so natural. You'll look like you’re not wearing makeup at all. Also remember that as you gain or lose weight, your face shape may change. Keeping these pointers handy will help you enhance your face shape and complexion. Are you ready? Grab your ELES Anti-Oxidant Bronzer and follow the steps below:The General Rule in Bronzer ApplicationOur goal here is to add a “natural glow” to your everyday look. With contouring, you use a bronzer and a highlighter. This time, we will only use a matte bronzer. The general rule is to apply it on areas of the face on which the sun would naturally touch -- forehead, bridge of the nose and cheekbones.Oval Face ShapeWhere to apply: top of the forehead, along the hairline apples of your cheeks (not the hollows like when you contour) dust along bridge of the nose Heart Face ShapeWhere to apply: forehead (apply more on hairline and temple for a more proportioned look) cheekbones (heart-shaped face has prominent cheekbones so apply bronzer on the cheekbones and a little bit on the side) dust bronzer on the center of the chin Round Face ShapeWhere to apply: Slim the face by applying along the cheekbones downward towards the jaw. This will create a subtle rectangular effect that elongates the face a little bit. Rectangular/Oblong Face ShapeWhere to apply: middle of the forehead to shorten the length of the face middle of the cheeks (right between the hollows and the top of the cheekbones) Square Face ShapeWhere to apply: a little on forehead, curving to the temples to soften the corners of the face top of the cheekbones The ELES Anti-Oxidant Bronzer is ideal for achieving a sunkissed glow because it is matte. It has a very natural colour but you can always build it up if you have a darker skin tone. You can also use it as an eyeshadow or under your favourite lip gloss for a touch of earthy colour on your lips. Here are other benefits: Hypoallergenic Paraben-free Vitamins C & E condition skin and help combat the damaging effects of free radical scavengers GET A FREE KABUKI BRUSH WHEN YOU PURCHASE THE ELES ANTI-OXIDANT BRONZER THIS FEBRUARY!
Valentine's Day Skincare: How to get gorgeous skin – today!
by Jo Boyden
on Feb 14 2018
Valentine's Day Skincare: How to get gorgeous skin – today! Whether you are a Valentine's Day believer or not, today does provide a good excuse to shower your partner - or better still yourself – with some love…and pampering!Unlike a box of chocolates that could pack on the kilos (eek) or a bunch of flowers that’ll wilt away in a matter of days, beauty products will last a whole lot longer and offer a multitude of benefits!Here is our top tips to showering yourself (and your skin!) with love this Valentine’s Day:GET YOUR GLOW ONLet’s face it, we all want that “just had a facial” glow and what better way to achieve it than a powerhouse duo such as the Pevonia Gentle Exfoliating Cleanser and Youth Renew Tinted Moisturiser. Rich in chamomile, calendula, natural jojoba, marine collagen and vitamin C, they work in tandem to polish away dulling skin and restore radiance and instant luminosity!Treat yourself to the Perfect Couples Face Gift SetA SPA TREAT FOR YOUR SKINWho doesn’t want soft, glowing skin on Valentine's Day and every day of the week? You can indulge yourself and see the results immediately with Pevonia Silky Skin Body Scrub and Dry Oil Body Moisturiser – your go-to spa experience at home. Firstly apply the scrub to remove unwanted, dry, dead skin cells then spray your entire body with the amazing scent of Lavender & Chamomile – Dry Oil Body Moisturiser indulges your skin in aromatic glory without an oily or greasy feeling. Immediately absorbed, it revitalizes and nourishes every inch of skin rendering your body silky-soft with a radiant, healthy glow.Treat yourself to the Perfect Couples Body Gift SetIN-SPA INDULGENCEWhy not truly spoilt yourself on Valentine's Day by booking a last-minute in-spa treatment?Whether it be a relaxing body treatment or a results-driven facial, we have you covered. Contact your nearest salon or spa today http://www.pevonia.com.au/find_spa.php
Need some last minute help with your Valentine's evening makeup?!
by Jo Boyden
on Feb 14 2018
[caption id="attachment_2123" align="alignleft" width="300"] Perfect for Valentine's Day (and night) -- Australia supermodel Shanina Shaik sporting the “no makeup” makeup look[/caption]Whether it be for a date-night with a loved-one or a fun night out with the girls, here are some makeup tips on how to be date-ready this Valentine's Day!FACEA fresh face that appears free of makeup is one of the most coveted looks. After all who doesn’t want to look like they have flawless skin without even trying?Firstly apply a long-lasting base they’ll keep makeup in place in this hot weather! Smooth all over face and neck and spread gently to even the complexion. Remember less is more!For natural sun-kissed radiance apply bronzer. Use it to contour beneath your cheeks and jawline to “slim” the face, add a swipe to the forehead for that little extra “natural tan”.A clever use of highlighter means that any complexion can have a healthy radiance. Apply sparingly where light would naturally hit your face – brow bones, cheeks and the tip of the nose.Try; ELES Age Defying BB Cream 30 - it primes, tints, nourishes, evens out skin tone and protects all in one. And upon application skin appears more uniform and luminous. I promise! ELES NEW Anti-oxidant Bronzer – this multi-faceted bronzer offers a subtle bronzed hue and is rich in vitamins C & E to condition the skin as well as help combat the damaging effects of free radical scavengers! ELES Illuminator – a sheer, lightweight liquid illuminator that imparts a natural radiance to the skin creating the ultimate shimmer or subtle bronze glow. You can also bend into foundation for an all over luminosity or apply to decollaté for sun-kissed radiance. EYESApply eye shadow according to your eye shape below.Then take your bronzer and apply just above the crease of the eyelid and beneath the lower lash line for a natural smokey eye.Next coat lashes with mascara by applying from the base to the tip in a slow sweeping motion, for thicker and longer lashes, allow to semi-dry and apply a second coat.Try; ELES Mineral Eyeshadow in Moonstone and Mineral Matte Shadow in Roselle. ELES Lash Fortify Mascara in black BROWSUse a light hand when doing your brows.Try: ELES Brow Blender in Dark Taupe. With the spool end brush the brows, then using the short soft strokes, apply pencil to achieve a natural effect, brush again to mute the edges. LIPSTo complete the look, finish with a nude lippie with a touch of pink.Try: ELES Moisture Crème Lipstick in Natural Glowing skin and makeup what more could you want?
How To: Natural, Easy Makeup by Heidi Hamoud
by Jo Boyden
on Jan 30 2018
It’s always so exciting when a prominent YouTube influencer creates a look with ELES Cosmetics! We were thrilled when Heidi Hamoud shared not one but six of our favourite products with over 416,000 followers!
Heidi Hamoud created a look we love, not only is it so easy to apply, it's drop, dead gorgeous and ideal for summer nights in Oz:
Here's the full video:Here's the step by step guide:First Heidi used ELES Mineral Matte Shadow in Sand to help create a perfect base for a natural smokey eye…Heidi then pressed the ELES Mineral Matte Shadow Twig to the eye socket, blending out into the crease and used the same shadow under the lower lashes for a soft and pretty effect.This was followed with the ELES Lash Fortify Mascara which Heidi stated she loves for its great wand and the way it lifted her lashes.Heidi then used the ELES Age-Defying BB Cream 30 saying she wanted a natural and light alternative to foundation for humid days and nights. She applied this with a damp Pro-Blender Sponge for a light and sheer effect.Heidi then used the ELES Brow Blender in Dark Taupe to fill in and shape the brows and softened the effect with the brush end.Finally she swept a little Bronzer and Blush from the Summer Daze Collection Palette to complete the look saying she loved the bronzer which was so easy to blend out.The Finished Look – simply stunning!Thank you Heidi Hamoud for sharing a look we all love for balmy summer nights.
PEVONIA BOTANICA wins SPA PRODUCT LINE OF THE YEAR at AsiaSpa Awards 2017
by Jo Boyden
on Nov 22 2017
PEVONIA BOTANICA wins SPA PRODUCT LINE OF THE YEARAt the 13th Annual ASIASPA Awards Ceremony in Hong Kong Pevonia Botanica is proud to announce the news that they have been awarded Spa Product Line of the Year for the “Lumafirm Lift & Glow Face and Body” Line at the most recent prestigious AsiaSpa Awards. Pevonia Botanica beat eight other finalists in the shortlist including Babor, Thalgo and Intraceuticals to win the award presented by Asia Spa magazine, Asia’s most recognised spa and wellness publication. Rainer Scior, Managing Director of Pevonia Australia said, "This is fantastic news and another great achievement for Pevonia. We are very proud of the brand and all the recognition it deserves." Pevonia was also finalist in four other categories including, ‘Results-Oriented Product Line of the Year for the Stem Cell’s Phyto Elite, Anti-Ageing Product Line of the Year for My-Oxy Caviar, Natural Product Line of the Year for Tropicale De-Aging Spa Body as well as Comprehensive Product Range of the Year.Celebrating the best products and services within the spa industry, a total of 26 categories were voted by 21 independent judges. Awards were presented to spas, hotels and resorts, retreats and products recognised for raising the bar of product and treatment standards.Hosted at the Kerry Hotel Hong Kong, this year’s Asia Spa Awards was attended by over 400 industry professionals.[caption id="attachment_2126" align="alignnone" width="700"] Ronald Jean, Vice President International Business Development Pevonia International with other Asia Spa award winners[/caption]
6 Makeup Habits That Might Be Ageing You
by Jo Boyden
on Aug 17 2017
Remember the days of youth when you could cover your blemishes, slap on some mascara and gloss, a little makeup and look “done”? Why on earth did so many of us waste that opportunity to embrace natural beauty?The irony is that many of us 40+’s now find ourselves using a lot less makeup believing everything should to be soft and muted. Mature women are featured in makeup videos and made up like soft focus grandmas! Enough!Makeup for the mature (I prefer to call it Youth Enhancing Makeup) is not about hiding behind multi layers of pastels, it’s about two things; defying gravity and redefining the features.And while makeup does not guarantee a more youthful appearance; some of the most common makeup mistakes can actually age you!Mistake No 1: OVERLY PAINTED BROWSYes, we need brows to look youthful; they frame the eyes and lift the face. Many of us tweezed our brows to thin lines in the 80’s only to find they never grew back. However, harsh, red toned brows (for some reason many brow pencils are red toned?) make us look hard and older. The goal is to create natural looking thicker brows like the ones we used to have. Opt for taupe colour brow products instead of warm browns; these will frame your eyes beautifully without taking over your face. Apply the brow product in soft stokes to create the illusion of natural hair.We recommend ELES Brow Blenders, the soft pencil is easily used to fill in the gaps and then simply brush through the brows to soften the effect.Mistake No 2: COOL SKIN BASEMany foundations and BB Creams come in warm and cool tones. Opt for warmer tones that help counteract complexion pinkness that comes with thinning of the skin and exposure of fine capillaries. Warmer tones also conceal shadows better which means you need less concealer.We recommend ELES BB Cream, it’s packed with nature’s anti-ageing actives and leaves the skin glowing.Mistake No 3: WRONG CONCEALER AND WRONG COLOURAs we mature and the face loses its youthful “plumpness” shadows appear; under the eyes, around the nose, at the corners of the mouth etc. It’s tempting to reach for a heavy duty, ultra-light shade concealer to hide these dark areas. The problem is that they just make the dark shadows look grey as opposed to concealing them. Opt instead for peachy toned, lightweight concealers that won’t cake on the skin and counteract the blue in the shadows.We recommend ELES Dual Action Concealer, this is like 8 hours sleep in a tube!Mistake No 4: EYE MAKEUP THAT MAKES THE EYES DROOPAs the upper lid of the eye is crepe paper thin it tends to droop as we age and the upper crease of the eye becomes obscured, therefore the eyeshadow on the upper eyelid also becomes obscured. If you are extremely skilled at applying makeup you can fake the crease with exacting eye shadow application. However many of us don’t have the time or inclination on a daily basis to fuss with this, so apply a dark fine line through the upper lashes and a softer brighter eyeliner beneath the lashes instead. This “lifts” the eyes making them appear younger, then simply apply a warm shade of brown on the eyelids with the eyes open to ensure you can actually see the shadow. This method is quick and easy! Finally apply two coats of mascara to the upper lashes only to help conceal the eyelid that has dropped. Remember; Darker on top, light below. Shimmer shades under the lower lashes brighten the eyes and give a more youthful look.We recommend ELES Superwear Gel Eyeliner, its soft and easy to blend out and once set won’t transfer to the lids.Mistake No 5: COOL BLUSHSimple, use warm coral and peachy shades, which always look more vibrant on the skin rather than cold pink/mauve shades. This will also make the iris of your eyes more vibrant!We recommend ELES Baked Blush in Bouquet, it’s natural and warm and suits almost everyone.Mistake No 6: COLD FROSTED LIPSTICKAs we lose volume in our lips fine lines not only appear around the lips but on the lips themselves. Frosted lip colours enhance these lines. Instead, opt for cream lipstick that makes the lips look fuller and smoother, many of these contain moisturising molecules that plump the lips and keep them hydrated longer.We recommend ELES Colour Balm in Nude, its super hydrating, lasts for hours and looks like perfectly coloured natural lips.Follow these steps and you’ll create a youthful, flattering makeup that re-defines the features which is always more effective than trying to hide flaws!See this example of makeup mistakes on the left and correct application on the right and you be the judge, which one looks better?
Is stress making us look older?
by Jo Boyden
on Aug 16 2017
Without a doubt, and you probably don’t need a blog post to tell you this, stress is written all over our faces! You can see it in your skin tone, texture, elasticity and the absence of a youthful glow.It would be easy to say, “stress less” but we know that’s easier said than done! However, if we understand why stress affects our skin as well as change a few habits, we will be able to manage the stress and in turn look a whole lot younger!Dark CirclesWhen we are stressed our blood flow increases and the fragile capillaries beneath our eyes become engorged so dark circles become more obvious. Drinking more water can help, getting more sleep will certainly improve things, while gently massaging a good eye cream or gel to the delicate eye zone will to help increase blood flow. Apply a soothing eye gel around the eyes and slide your middle and ring finger around the orbital bone (slide outwards on the brow and inwards beneath the eye). We recommend Pevonia C Evolutive Eye Gel, the ginkgo biloba, this helps increase the circulation while soothing and hydrating the eye contour.Mini-menopauseWhen we are stressed our body creates cortisol, which can lead to a drop in Oestrogen, much like it does when we are in menopause. Less Oestrogen means less collagen and less moisture. Nourish your skin from within with hydrating food such as fish, nuts, avocado, sweet potato, olive oil and cucumbers to name a few. And “up the hydration” with products rich in collagen and hyaluronic acid. We recommend Pevonia Power Repair Line for bringing back the bounce and youthfulness of dehydrated skin.WrinklesAs our hydration levels decrease our collagen and elastin production decreases. The skin cells that form these vital proteins take a siesta and meanwhile our expressions seem to become indelibly etched into our faces. Maintaining hydration is key but to restore the damage already caused it might be time to get out the big guns and reboot the skin cells which have become lazy. We recommend Pevonia Micro-Retinol line to help rejuvenate the skin from within.Itching, flaking and hivesStress leads to inflammation which may lead to rashes, rosacea, eczema flare ups and changes in skin moisture. It’s vital to maintain your skin’s barrier function with filmogenic products that trap moisture and to reduce inflammation in the skin. Take cooler showers and baths, avoid synthetics in warm weather and apply soothing products such as Pevonia Propolis Concentrate and Reactive Cream which provide both anti-inflammatory properties as well as restoring your protective acid mantle.A Heavy JawGrinding teeth and clenching of the jaw are common symptoms of stress. Unfortunately, these habits can cause the jaw muscles to work overtime. This can result not only in damaged teeth, but also a heavier than usual jawline, as the muscles become larger with the grinding action. Be mindful of this habit by relaxing the jaw whenever you think of it, and massage the jawline every evening while cleansing your skin and applying your moisturiser. Take time out to completely relax with a warm bath, a short nap or just doing something that distracts you from over-thinking! Even though you might only be able to spare 10 minutes your body trains itself to be more relaxed over time and will thank you.Hair LossStress can cause sudden hair loss by literally flipping the switch on the hair follicle’s growth stage from an active to a resting phase. Once the follicle enters this resting phase prematurely, it stays there for about three months, after which time a large amount of hair will be shed. Avoid over-styling hair and using too many heat appliances. We recommend a weekly hair mask using the Micro-Emulsion Massage Oil Anti-Stress. This not only helps stimulate a healthy scalp, but leaves hair soft and conditioned too.Adult AcneAcne isn’t just for hormonal-crazed teenagers. Many adults can’t seem to outgrow it because of stress hormones. Cleanse your skin thoroughly every morning and evening and exfoliate every couple of days to keep skin clear and pure, we recommend Gentle Exfoliating Cleanser for mild breakouts or the Clarifyl Line for more serious adult acne. It purifies, calms inflammation and deals with pesky breakouts pronto.Clearly there is a connection between how we look and how we feel and think. The good news is that we can get to the root cause of our stress and manage it!
Our Favourite #Selfie Foundation
by Jo Boyden
on Aug 04 2017
National Selfie Day may have ended in June, but you can capture your best self all year around with the ELES HD Luminous Foundation. It’s formulated to deflect imperfections so you won’t need the blurring filter for your next selfie. This new tech foundation will do all the high-tech work for you. Plus, you'll have a luminous glow all day long.Let's start with the coverage: It feels very light, you can barely feel it on the skin and you can build it with layers that give you any desired effect from super-light to full. A little goes a very long way! You may need concealer; a little under the eyes and on blemishes if you want the “perfect skin” look, however most are happy with the coverage and don’t feel the need for added cover up.One thing we love is the flexible pigments in HD Luminous that float above lines and wrinkles and adjust to your facial movements, giving you natural-looking coverage that won’t crease or crack. Great news for those of us with fine lines!What’s inside? Pro Barrier Complex helps protect and repair damaged skin. This complex contains LCA Complex for advanced moisturization, multi-layer skin renewal and antioxidant protectionIt is formulated with ceramides, cholesterol and essential fatty acids to aid in restoring a healthy lipid barrier over impaired skin making it ideal for all skin types, including sensitive and rosacea-proneIt also has specially-engineered Titanium Dioxide which helps scatter light for a more even skin tone and Optical Diffusion Technology which helps minimize the look of lines and wrinkles and acts like a “soft filter” for the skin.If that’s not enough we’ll throw in some Ascorbyl Glucoside, which slowly releases Vitamin C for all day skin radiance and Silk Powder to help hide pores.Finally White Water Lily, Indian Jasmine, Vitamin C and Vitamin E help brighten and condition skin.So all up this foundation is so much more than makeup, in fact, if you took away the pigment you’d have a wonderful anti-ageing skin care product!And the exciting news is we’ve added two new shades! Welcome Linen and Cream Beige, two of our most popular shades in the Liquid Mineral Foundation.What’s more…this month when you purchase a HD Luminous Foundation, you’ll receive a free Pro-Blend Sponge, an indispensable tool for getting an airbrush effect to your base!
by Jo Boyden
on Aug 02 2017
You may have heard of the ingredient Hyaluronic Acid. Beauty editors, bloggers and skin care aficionados are currently having a serious love affair with it. It’s not a new ingredient, in fact, it has been a staple in skin care and makeup for the last couple of decades. However technical innovation has changed it for the better.Once described as “ineffective” by the medical profession as an ingredient that does little for anti-ageing due to its large molecule, recent advances in cosmetic manufacturing have resulted in lower molecular structure which can penetrate the skin and help stimulate your own collagen production.With all that said, the more hyaluronic acid you put into your skin, the more youthful you'll look—and now there are a number of ways to load up from lotions to serums to creams.Hyaluronic acid is a bit of a misnomer. First, it's not actually an acid. It's a sugar. Also, it's a sponge. Every molecule can hold 1,000 times its weight in water. But one thing about hyaluronic acid that’s absolutely true: It's a skin-care wonder. PEVONIA POWER REPAIR LINEAny Pevonia fan will tell you this is the “go to” line for rehydrating the skin and smoothing away dehydration lines.Abundant in Hyaluronic and Collagen, the serums and creams are like a moisture magnet, plumping and firming the skin.POWER REPAIR COLLAGEN CREAMWith hyaluronic, vitamins and marine extracts to plump the skin with moisture.Ingredients:Water (Aqua), Squalane, Collagen, Glycerin, Hyaluronic Acid, Corylus Avellana (Hazel Nut) Oil, Titanium Dioxide, Carthamus Tinctorius (Safflower) Seed Oil, Glyceryl Stearate, Cetearyl Glucoside, Tocopherol, Arnica Montana Flowerhead Extract, Tocopheryl Acetate, Dimethicone, Carbomer, Sodium Citrate, Phenoxyethanol, Capryl Glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Hexylene Glycol, Narcissus Jonquilla (Jonquil) Flower Extract.REVIEWS“A skin care professional introduced me to the Pevonia line several years ago. I am often complimented on my skin and always credit my use of Pevonia. It has contributed to keeping my skin toned and beautiful.”By M.M.“Great product. Does exactly what it says it will do. My skin feels awesome and looks awesome.”By Noni“I have tried so many products on the market and this cream is the first one that I really saw a difference with. After a week, I actually had friends ask me what I was using. There is a serum that goes with it that I want to try.”By SusanPOWER REPAIR MARINE ELASTIN CREAMIt enhances skin's elasticity with the aid of elastin while infusing it with soothing hydration. The non-greasy texture sinks into the skin without feeling heavy.Ingredients: Water (Aqua), Squalane, Elastin, Glycerin, Hyaluronic Acid, Corylus Avellana (Hazel Nut) Oil, Titanium Dioxide, Carthamus Tinctorius (Safflower) Seed Oil, Glyceryl Stearate, Cetearyl Glucoside, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Gel, Arnica Montana Flowerhead Extract, Dimethicone, Carbomer, Sodium Citrate, Phenoxyethanol, Capryl Glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Hexylene Glycol, Jasminum Officinale (Jasmine) Flower Oil.REVIEWS“I've been using this product for 2 years now and can't live without it! It's wonderful... a little goes a long way, and it's not greasy or heavy! Love, Love it!”By RM“Love it. The smell is amazing!”By Jhalber“This product is perfect for me. It is difficult for me to find a night-time moisturizer/anti-aging serum that fits my unique skin. I'm turning 44 this month, but still tend towards oily skin and occasional breakouts every once in a while. I've finally found something that gets the job done without feeling greasy nor clogging my pores and causing breakouts. It has a nice smell, too! It only takes a few small dabs dotted around your face and massaged in, so the small container actually lasts a good while - a good buy.”By Mosaicgirl
PEVONIA BOTANICA wins PHYTO LINE OF THE YEAR at ASIA Spa Awards Ceremony in Hong Kong
by Jo Boyden
on Jul 20 2017
Pevonia Botanica is proud to announce the news that we have been awarded Phyto Line of the Year for the “Stem Cells Phyto-Elite” Line at the most recent prestigious Asia Spa Awards.Pevonia Botanica beat seven other finalists in the shortlist including Biossentials and John Masters Organics to win the award presented by Asia Spa magazine, Asia’s most recognised spa and wellness publication.Rainer Scior, Managing Director of Pevonia Australia said, "This is another great achievement for Pevonia. We are very proud of the brand and all the recognition it deserves.”Pevonia was also finalist in two other categories including, Anti-Ageing Product Line of the Year and Men’s Product Line of the Year.Celebrating the best in innovation, quality and service within the spa industry, a total of 24 categories were voted by 21 independent judges. Other categories included the best spas, resorts and treatments that set the benchmarks in Asia.Hosted in Woobar at W Hong Kong, this year’s Asia Spa Awards was attended by over 400 industry professionals.For close to three decades Pevonia has believed the most powerful ingredients in skincare comes from the safest source – nature.As a global leader Pevonia is proud to deliver multi-award winning, natural skincare solutions clinically proven to restore, rejuvenate and revitalise all skin types.
The gift of beautiful skin this Mother’s Day
by Jo Boyden
on May 08 2017
Oh my, Mother’s Day is only a few days away! How did that happen? I hear you saying. If you are anything like me you will have been thinking about Mother’s Day for weeks, yet all of a sudden it’s snuck up on you and you are left with little time to buy the special lady in your life something to show her your love and appreciation for all she does. But what to buy is the question? You can’t go wrong with some beauty pampering I say. Especially for those hard to buy for mums! From indulgent facials, to beautiful body treatments to exquisite spa-at-home gift sets, at Pevonia we’ll have you armed with a pampering gift that’ll really show you care. [gallery columns="2" link="none" size="medium" ids="2081,2082"] Radiant Skin gift set combines a Gentle Exfoliating Cleaner, Evolutive Eye Cream and Youth Renew Tinted Cream that work together to restore radiance and luminosity. Housed in a luxury travel bag, this multi-tasking trio is all that is needed for the “just had a facial glow”. Why not treat mum to the ultimate spa-at-home collection with the Spa Body gift set. This luxurious gift set contains three spa favourites to soothe, soften and replenish the body. Silky Skin Body Scrub, followed by Preserve Body Moisturiser is the ideal afternoon treatment. A quick spray of Dry Oil Body Moisturiser will give your skin a moisture boost and radiant glow. If you think your mum would love to be pampered at a Pevonia spa, head to the Find a Spa section on the Pevonia site and select and book in with a spa of your choice. Gift the gift of beautiful skin…
8 beauty tips to banish rosacea
by Jo Boyden
on Apr 01 2017
Rosacea. I’m sure you’ve heard the name but I bet you didn’t know that it’s so common (think 45 million people) that the month of April has been designated GLOBALLY as Rosacea Awareness Month! What exactly is rosacea though I hear you asking… In layman’s terms rosacea is an inflammatory skin condition which often presents with facial redness. However many tend to mistake the redness (or bumps that can come with it), for acne. Other tell-tale signs include; dilated capillaries, congestion and pustules.
Although there’s no cure for rosacea, the great news is by following these essential tips you could avoid flair ups have your skin red-free in next to no time!
Try to avoid alcohol Think beauty products containing alcohol as well as alcoholic drinks we are all a little partial too from time to time! Sadly a glass of wine for instance can worsen the redness caused by rosacea. Noooo!
Watch what you eat Certain foods can cause your skin to flush (or otherwise heat up!) try to avoid or at least reduce eating foods including; oranges, strawberries, peanuts, cashews and caffeine. Hot and spicy curries are also a no no!
Eat a diet rich in multi vitamins and essential fatty Acids Vitamin A & C foods such as broccoli, sweet potato, carrots and leafy greens help strengthen the skin while foods such as salmon, almonds and eggs rich in fatty acids help produce the skin's natural oil barrier, critical in keeping skin hydrated, plumper, and younger looking while protecting it from environmental irritants.
Avoid strenuous exercise. Oh ok then you’ve twisted by arm!
Always use sun protection. The sun unfortunately is a trigger for rosacea.
Avoid extreme temperatures. So no soaking in a HOT bath (ahhhh), relaxing in a sauna or slaving over a very hot stove!
Do not slather on your makeup. Yes we all want to conceal our blemishes but layering makeup may only inflame your symptoms more! You want to select multi-tasking products, colour correctors and breathable foundations and powders so skin if covered but calm without being clogged! Give mineral makeup a go. You won’t regret it.
The right skincare will be your best friend. With the constant use of effective skincare rosacea can be reduced and in some cases totally controlled! Pevonia's RS2 range, created by world renowned dermatologist, biochemist and a pioneer in advanced organic skincare, Dr. Sylvie Hennessy, was designed to specifically treat rosacea. Formulated with the most purest, natural, nurturing ingredients including Green Tea, Chamomile, Liquorice, Allantoin, Vitamin E and Rose Essential Oil the range strengthens capillaries, desensitizes, decongests, soothes, and hydrates while rendering skin evenly toned and visibly calmed.
But don’t let us tell you how amazing this range is! Here is what some of our customers have had to say;
“My rosacea has been in remission ever since I started using the RS2 range. I wouldn't use anything else on my face!” R. Morgan
"I’ve finally found a range that is good for my very sensitive, rosacea skin. It cools and calms my skin, my pores have shrunk and my skin is less blotchy after only 2 weeks of using all the products. Highly recommend the line.” Diana R
“I have been using the Pevonia RS2 Line for 5 years now to care for my Rosacea skin condition. Every one compliments me on my beautiful skin now! No more capillary issues, reduced redness. Couldn't live without it!” Debbie W
“I love the RS2 Cleanser. Very gentle and keeps my rosacea very controlled.” Sarah M
“I love the RS2 Lotion. It is so soothing. My rosacea looks so much better since using this. Highly recommended.” Miranda G
"I have been using the RS2 Lotion for one year now and can say that my rosacea is in remission, it’s better than ever before." Sarah G
“The RS2 Concentrate is the only product I have found that calms my skin and has made a real difference.” Laurie B
“Rosacea runs in my family and the RS2 Concentrate is the only one I have found that actually soothes and calms my skin. After using it regularly I also noticed that it improved the texture of my skin.” Rebecca B
“I can honestly say that the RS2 Care Cream is the only rosacea product I love and trust. It comforts and soothes my skin, reducing redness.” Michelle W
“After spending a lot of money on different products which didn't work, I found the RS2 Care Cream to be the best that I have tried for my sensitive, rosacea skin. It's gentle, and soothing while still moisturising my mature skin.” Johanna R
Say goodbye to rosacea today!
10 essential makeup tips to conceal rosacea
by Jo Boyden
on Apr 01 2017
Suffering from facial redness? Flushing? Visible blood vessels? Pustules? Chances are you have rosacea and so do over 45 million other people around the world!Believe it or not rosacea is actually one of the most common skin conditions and with the right treatment can be kept at bay. However we all know, no matter what our skin type that some days our skin just doesn’t look its best and needs a little bit of makeup loving to conceal those flaws and make way for what appears to be the perfect complexion!Follow these nine makeup tips and have your flushed skin looking nothing short of flawless in a matter of minutes. First steps Make sure you cleanse and moisturise your face with soothing and calming skincare. This will hopefully reduce any inflammation and prepare your skin for makeup application. Keep things simple Less is more when it comes to concealing rosacea. Think less products, less likely to aggravate your skin. Opting for multi-tasking products is also a great solution! Mineral makeup is best Make sure you select a range of breathable products that are only going to enhance your complexion not clog up your pores and irritate skin even more. Opt for mineral makeup products. Prime your skin Using a primer will create a smooth foundation for your makeup while ensuring it stays in place all day. It’ll also create a barrier between your skin and your makeup preventing any further irritation. Try ELES Retexture Crème Face Primer. This deeply soothing liquid-cream made with Aloe Vera leaf extract, Roman Chamomile, Witch Hazel, Calendula, Mallow Flower and Centaurea Cyanus Flower extract, leaves skin with the smoothest sensation. It soothes, hydrates, retexturizes and refines, so foundation applies effortlessly and endures impeccably for hours longer. Colour correction Rather than covering up your redness with a thick layer of concealer and foundation, opt for a colour corrector which will help visually correct redness and even out skin tone. Using one with UV protection will also help shield your sensitive skin from exposure that can aggravate rosacea. Try ELES Luminous CC Cream 20. This lightweight, oil-free colour correcting cream with broad spectrum protection, multi-tasks like no other! Set your makeup with an oil-free foundation powder A mineral powder is the best choice as its ingredients are usually non-irritating. Apply with a brush rather than a sponge, which can harbour bacteria. Try ELES Mineral Foundation Powder. Highly compatible with common skin sensitivities, this lightweight powder easily adjusts from sheer to richer, more opaque coverage while effectively camouflaging imperfections. Don’t forget to blush You might think blush would be the last thing you should apply after concealing any facial redness but by using the right shade it’ll actually distract the eye from problem areas and enhance your complexion for the better. Select peach tones rather than pink or reds though and try a mineral makeup blush – ELES Mineral Matte Blush in Adobe. Choose extra-gentle eye makeup Eyes can be sensitive so it’s important to treat them as you would your face – gently. Again think mineral makeup shadows – ELES Mineral Matte Shadow (neutral shades can be less irritating since they have less pigment) and hypoallergenic, sensitivity-tested, fragrance-free mascaras. Use ELES Sensitive Mascara. Choose for a neutral lip colour Choosing red shades may exacerbate the look of any redness in your skin. Try ELES Moisture Crème Lipstick. This innovative, instantly nourishing lipstick formula provides long-lasting wear and a burst of hydration in one smooth application.For long term treatment of rosacea, use these makeup tips in conjunction with an effective skincare program specially designed to control rosacea. Check out our blog on a great skincare treatment option for those looking for outstanding results. Say goodbye to rosacea once and for all!*****Check out PEVONIA AUSTRALIA ORGANIC SKINCARE on Facebook and Instagram to see the mechanics of our competition this APRIL and get a chance to win 1 of 5 BLEMISH-B-GONE PACKS!
Getting Ready for the Holidays + Christmas Giveaway: Makeup Gift Sets
by Jo Boyden
on Dec 05 2016
The holidays come with a long list of to-dos -- decorating your home, organising parties, grocery shopping, gift shopping, dress and makeup shopping, the list is endless. Is "get myself ready" on your list too?Here are some tips on how to have a truly happy holiday:
Organize your to-do list. Group them in categories -- home decor, groceries, gift shopping schedules, and the most important of all - ME.
Make a list of the parties you're attending so you can prepare your dress (especially if it's a themed party), your makeup look, and your gift (you don't want to come empty handed).
Make a list of the gifts you want to buy and group them according to family, friends, godchildren.
Get "generic" gifts. It's hard to give gifts that you will have to return to to shop to be replaced for a bigger size. But oh, keep the receipts just in case!
Personalize generic gifts with cute gift cards or include an item that you think they'll love. For family and close friends, you might want to know their wishlist!
And the most important of all:Give yourself a gift! You deserve to be pampered for working hard this year. Get a set of outfit or two, new makeup to welcome 2017, and a ticket to your favourite holiday destination. No, that's not splurging. It's called loving yourself a little bit more. Happy holiday!
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GIFT IT! Check out our luxurious ELES gift sets that you and your friends will surely love!
WIN IT! GET A CHANCE TO WIN CHRISTMAS GIFT SETS FROM ELES COSMETICS! Click on the competition banner below, enter your information once, and earn points as you complete the form. SHARING & TAGGING ELES COSMETICS earns you more chances of winning. Go back to the competition page daily, copy&paste the status message on Facebook, and click it once you’ve completed this task. Share daily until the 23rd. Draws will be on December 15 and December 23.How to tag: Type @ELEScosmetics and Facebook will auto suggest the official page. Click on the suggestion and post! 🙂 Don’t forget to set your post to public so we can validate your entry. Good luck everyone!On December 15, we'll raffle 3 x Gift Box 1: Age Defying BB Cream in Light, Medium or Deep, Matte Lipstick in any shade and corresponding nail polishOn December 23, we'll raffle 3 x Gift Box 2: Transformation Cleansing Oil, Age Defying BB Cream in Light, Medium or Deep, Matte Lipstick in any shade and corresponding nail polishWin Skincare gift sets from our partner brand Pevonia Australia:
by Jo Boyden
on Nov 09 2016
The year is almost over, we're counting down to Christmas and New Year, and we're reminiscing all the amazing events that happened this year! Last September, the annual Pevonia Awards was held. It is our way of recognising and thanking our phenomenal partners for the excellent service and experience they've been giving you. Our organic, cruelty-free products and outstanding service make Pevonia an exceptional skincare brand and we're grateful to them for sharing the experience with you. Here's the complete list of winners and finalists: HOTEL/RESORT SPA CATEGORY Hotel/Resort Spa Group of the Year WINNER: Vie Spa Hotel/Resort Spa of the Year WINNER: Mineral Spa at Peppers Springs Retreat FINALIST: Vie Spa, Pullman Port Douglas Sea Temple Resort & Spa Hotel Resort Spa Customer Service Excellence WINNER: Vie Spa, Pullman Port Douglas Sea Temple Resort & Spa Hotel/Resort Spa Performance Excellence WINNER: Dome Spa Retreat FINALIST: Vie Spa, Pullman Port Douglas Sea Temple Resort & Spa Hotel/Resort Spa Manager of the Year WINNER: Whitney Marsh – Vie Spa Magenta Shores Resort & Spa Hotel/Resort Therapist of the Year WINNER: Apple Unruean- Vie Spa, Pullman Port Douglas Sea Temple Resort & Spa URBAN DAY SPA CATEGORY Urban Day Spa Group of the Year WINNER: Keturah Day Spa Urban Day Spa of the Year WINNER: Cove Spa Urban Day Spa Design of the Year WINNER: Keturah Day Spa Urban Day Spa Customer Service Excellence WINNER: Keturah Day Spa FINALIST: Vitality Medi Spa Urban Day Spa Performance Excellence WINNER: Cove Spa FINALIST: Aroma Stone Boutique & Spa Urban Day Spa Marketing Excellence WINNER: Keturah Day Spa Urban Day Spa Manager of the Year WINNER: Elaine Crosby – Keturah Day Spa, WA FINALIST: Ashleigh Mitchell – Keturah Day Spa, WA BEAUTY SALON CATEGORY Beauty Salon of the Year WINNER: Beauty Worx FINALIST: Simply Elegant Beauty Salon Design of the Year WINNER: Simply Elegant Beauty Salon Customer Service Excellence WINNER: Simply Elegant FINALIST: Melt Massage and Beauty Beauty Salon Performance Excellence WINNER: Schick Natural Body Therapies FINALIST: Beauty By Design FINALIST: Blush Skin and Body Beauty Salon Marketing Excellence WINNER: Simply Elegant FINALIST: Anjule Beauty Therapy Beauty Salon Manager of the Year WINNER: Bonnie Waldon – Beauty Worx FINALIST: Simone Bettin – Beauty By Design FINALIST: Ella King – Cove Spa Beauty Salon Therapist of the Year WINNER: Cherie Tippett – Simply Elegant FINALIST: Camille Botto – Beauty Worx INTERNATIONAL SPA CATEGORY International Spa of the Year WINNER: Fiji Beach Resort & Spa Managed by Hilton International Spa Design of the Year WINNER: Bebe Spa, Outrigger Fiji Beach Resort International Spa Manager of the Year WINNER: Akosita Tukana- Fiji Beach Resort & Spa Managed by Hilton FINALIST: Roselyn Navutu – Warwick Fiji International Spa Therapist of the Year WINNER: Ashika Vandahna Ali - Warwick Fiji FINALIST: Shivanjani Lata - Bebe Spa, Outrigger Fiji Beach Resort
by Jo Boyden
on Sep 06 2016
Which skincare do you prefer to use, cream or serum, and why? Some will be quick to say it's CREAM because it's what they've been using for the longest time and it works. They're right. Some will instantaneously say SERUM because it's the trend these days and it's really, really effective. They're right too! What's the difference between a cream and a serum? Which one is more effective? Do you need both in your skincare regime?
A serum is a high concentration of active ingredients. It contains the most potent dose of antioxidants and peptides. A serum is formulated liquid-like to be easily absorbed into the skin and because it's lightweight, it suits all skin types.
Cream is still the most popular skin care product. Because creams contain oil, it's nourishing and moisturising. It may contain specific actives that that address specific skin concerns.
Which is more effective? Cream and serum do different things. A cream is better at moisturising while a serum is better at immediately delivering specific treatment actives.
Do you need both in your skincare regime? Definitely! Apply serum first to let the antioxidants and peptides work its way deep into your skin for immediate skin therapy. Apply cream after a few minutes to infuse your skin with more moisture.
Some use either of the two but we strongly suggest you use both for maximum results!
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