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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]
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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?
Hyaluronic Acid for the under eye

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!
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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!

Hyaluronic Acid with that?

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
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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.
Beauty Collective - ELES SKincare

1,2,3 steps to radiant skin this Mother’s Day

by Jo Boyden on May 09 2017
Mother’s Day is fast approaching so if you haven’t already, it’s high time to start thinking about that perfect gift for your special mum! This year, forget daggy PJs, boring kitchen ware and books that never get read, instead add some skincare loving to your mum’s cosmetics bag with the ELES Mother’s Day Skin Essentials Gift Set.This must-have set combines the ultimate trio - Luminous Defence 50+, Overnight Repair Oil and Transformation Cleansing Oil that work together to restore vitality and radiance. Housed in a luxury cosmetic bag, the products provide a crucial 3 step program to healthy, youthful skin.

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…
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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!
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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!
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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! +++ MAKEUP: GIFT IT or WIN IT! 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:

Pevonia Awards 2016

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

Cream vs Serum

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! View Pevonia's Creams and Serums Check out our SPECIAL OFFER for the month of September 2016.
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NOT JUST FOR MUMS!

by Jo Boyden on May 03 2016
Treat your Mum or yourself with a gorgeous collection of Pevonia “five-star greats” to leave skin radiant and luminous!CONTAINING:GENTLE EXFOLIATING CLEANSERWHY WE LOVE IT?It’s super light and creamy, full of polishing jojoba beads and lathers up with water. It exfoliates away dry and dull skin cells to leave your skin feeling clean, calm and sumptuously soft! With soothing ingredients like Chamomile, Calendula and Horse Chesnut it also smells delicious!YOUTHRENEW TINTED CREAMWHY WE LOVE IT?It’s power-packed with the latest cutting-edge anti-ageing ingredients and a Flash Action Microsphere that leaves your skin glowing and youthful. The clever tint adjust to the skin on contact creating a colour that’s perfect for every user and it makes your skin look like you’ve just returned from a holiday!EVOLUTIVE EYE CREAMWHY WE LOVE IT?Because it’s a magnet for moisture and keeps the eye contours hydrated for the entire day. Loaded with proven anti-ageing actives such as Retinyl Palmitate, Hyaluronic and AHA’s this multi-tasker reduces fine lines and wrinkles, puffiness and dark circles and leaves the eye contour youthful and plumped.Pevonia products are FREE of artificial colour, fragrance, parabens and petrochemicalsAvailable in spas now or visit www.pevonia.com.au
rosacea vs eczema

Ask a Dermatologist - What is Rosacea?

by Jo Boyden on Apr 18 2016
Red in the face lately? If it’s more than just a rosy complexion or a slight flush, you might have rosacea, a chronic skin disorder resulting in distinct and constant redness. Since rosacea has no known cure, we wanted to find the best way to prevent flare-ups and treat the symptoms.Dr. Christian Jurist, a certified dermatologist and medical director of global education for Pevonia, recently took time to answer all of our most pressing rosacea questions so you can calm to redness.What is rosacea?Rosacea is a chronic and progressive, micro-circulation disorder visibly resulting in persistent redness, dilated capillaries, congestion, and last but not least, papules and pustules (breakouts!).How do I know if I have rosacea?Affected individuals will usually suffer from spells of flushing and blushing presenting skin redness and sometimes a burning sensation. Dilated capillaries under the skin are common as well.What triggers rosacea?Usually rosacea is triggered by extreme temperature changes, sun exposure, emotions and stress, hormonal changes, certain cosmetic products, spicy foods, ingestion of alcoholic beverages like wine, and also hot beverages such as coffee.What should I avoid if you have rosacea?Primarily, the triggers mentioned above should be avoided. Then, a proper, gentle and dedicated skin care regimen to control and treat the sensitivity of rosacea skin should be followed. It is recommended to visit a dermatologist as well for a professional point of view.What treatments can be used for rosacea?Gentle products intended to soothe, cool and calm sensitized skin are the main focus. Doctors mostly rely on antibiotics to control a certain population of micro-organisms that can worsen the condition. In addition, doctors will recommend sunscreen to reduce skin damage. Last but not least, concealing mineral makeup is recommended to cover and/or cancel out redness. Pevonia® offers the RS2 Rosacea range for home use and a Professional Treatment Mask administered at a qualified salon or spa.Do treatments differ between mild and severe rosacea?As Rosacea advances, the treatment must be adapted to address the current condition of the skin and affected areas. If Rosacea is not managed properly and is not under control or worsens, targeted medical treatment is required to control further damage beyond the skin. Rosacea products for home use can be used at any stages, but it is recommended to have periodic examination by a skin professional to learn if a modification of the recommended routine is necessary.What ingredients should I look for in products to help remedy rosacea?Green tea, licorice extract, chamomile extract, and French rose extract are very effective ingredients to control rosacea symptoms when used on a regular basis. In general, any ingredients that can reduce skin irritation and calm the skin are ideal.For further information on Pevonia and to find your closest salon or spa visit www.pevonia.com.au

OUR FAVOURITE BRIGHTENING DUO

by Jo Boyden on Mar 30 2016
[caption id="attachment_2006" align="alignnone" width="1000"] Brightening musts from Pevonia[/caption] Sometimes your skin just needs a little "pick me up" to get back into balance. Seasonal temperature shifts, lack of sleep or just when hormones aren't behaving are just some of the reasons why our skin can become tired and lack-lustre. Which is why we need to add a few more items in our skin care wardrobe that do more than the old "cleanse, tone, moisturise". Two of our favourites (and apparently yours too as these are two of our best-sellers) sure to get you out of the skin care blaaaaaaahhhs and into the skin care aaaaahhhhhhh's! ENZYMO-SPHERIDES PEELING CREAM There's something so wholesome about this peeling cream that smells so delicious you could eat it! Papaya and Pineapple have been selected for their enzyme peeling action, in other words, an action that gently digests away the dead skin cells instead of abrading or burning them off. So it's gentle, really gentle, and it's effective too! Nothing makes skin feel cleaner, lighter or more purified than this jar of goodness and it's easy to use; simply apply a thin layer on cleansed skin, wet the fingertips with warm water, this will help to "wake up" the enzymes, then leave them to do their thing for 5-10 minutes, then rinse away. What you are left with is skin that looks reborn and with a lustrous sheen that says "I am fresh and I am rejuvenated!". "C" COMPLEXE WITH OXYZOMES How can we describe a serum that smells like a fresh orange, is silkier than silk and once applied leaves your skin looking as though you've just returned from a tropical island holiday? A bit over the top? Ok, maybe... but seriously, this is an addictive product and when applied beneath your regular moisturiser offers a vibrancy and luminosity rarely seen without a pound of makeup. Many clients comment that it has in fact helped eliminate the need for foundation! Pretty serious claim but true nonetheless. What's more is every time you apply this product full of anti-oxidants, you know you are defending yourself from the most harmful free-radical of the them all; the hydroxyl-radical which results from solar exposure. So if dullness and tiredness and generally sadness are your skin woes, try these two miracle workers for the most "alive and happy" skin you ever experienced. Want to find out more simply visit our website on www.pevonia.com.au and be sure to check out our search a spa page for your nearest stockist.