The lipstick effect
For more than two decades now, cosmetic companies, and economists, have used the ‘Lipstick Effect’ to help gauge what’s happening to the economy. The term was allegedly coined during the 2001 recession by Leonard Lauder, then the chairman of Estee Lauder Cosmetics. He noted that lipstick sales rose in the autumn of that […]
Curly hair care
Time to embrace your natural locks and try the curly girl method. Here are some tips from Metropol: In the shower With curly hair, moisture is key. Avoid washing your hair too frequently as those magic oils you produce are essential for curls. When you do wash your hair, make sure to use […]
Unique and hand-crafted: Rocks Off Artisan Jewellery
Hannah Wright and Tara Vallance became friends 20 years ago when they found themselves living next door to each other. A trade certified manufacturing jeweller, Hannah has been making and repairing jewellery for two decades. She loves her work, but the artist within has long yearned to unleash her creativity in her own […]
Age defying hair care: Holistic Hair
Age and stage have a major impact on scalp and hair health. During our lifetime, we pass through six key stages: infancy, childhood, adolescence, adulthood, middle years, and senior years. Hair health is often overlooked as we move through life. We might experience conditions like dandruff, excess oil, and hair loss, but often […]
Summer Wellbeing: Flow Wellbeing
Christmas time is fast approaching, so it’s time to think about how we manage the silly season. As we move through the stress, chaos and much needed celebration, making time to support your nervous system is key. Flow Wellbeing was first known for hot yoga. What some may not know, is since moving […]
Upskilling for spring: Hair Art & Beauty
Team members (pictured) are armed with the best tools and techniques to get your hair and skin ready for spring, at Hair Art & Beauty. With restrictions having eased, the salon’s team members have been able to attend education workshops in Auckland and, finally, internationally, too. Colour experts Megan and Carla recently headed […]
Races ready: Face Haven
Christchurch is getting ready, and so should you. As Cup Week nears, the best place to be is sitting in Jo Mars’ chair at Face Haven getting back that youthful, glowing look. A registered nurse for more than 30 years, specialising in appearance cosmetic medicine for nine years, the founder of Face Haven […]
Effortless elegance: Proud Beauty
Clean, fresh flawlessness is what is trending this season, where minimal effort for maximum beauty is in high demand. Summer invites all kinds of spontaneity, leaving little time to glam up at home. Proud Beauty founder Lauren Proud knows how to provide subtle elegance fit for the summer season, enhancing natural beauty and […]
The eyes tell all
Eyes are the window to the soul, however, when they are puffy, dark, and swollen, eyes can be the biggest sign that you are not feeling your best. Why do we get puffiness around the eyes? The skin around your eyes is some of your most delicate. Mild swelling, puffiness, and dark circles, […]
How to: Smoky eye
Where there’s smoke, there’s fire, and a neutral smoky eye is the perfect go-to no matter the event, outfit or eye colour. A smoky eye can be as complicated or as simple as you want to make it, but if your attempts tend to end in frustration, never fear. Here is a step-by-step […]
