The difference a good denture makes: VD Studio
Don’t put up with lower denture movement when you eat, says local specialist Jimmy Chao. Well fitted dentures make a world of difference. Unlike upper dentures, which can create suction against the palate, lower dentures sit on a smaller foundation and must work against movement in tongue, cheek, and jaw, says Jimmy Chao, […]
Beauty insider: Tessa Taylor
Makeup artist Tessa Taylor takes you inside the tips, tricks and trends of the wedding day trade. What should brides consider when planning their wedding day hair and makeup? My number one tip is to find a makeup artist or hairstylist whose portfolio genuinely reflects what you’re after. We all have our own […]
The Crossing instant style
Spring, please! I hate to be one of those people who talks about the weather, but after what has felt like a very long end to winter, between the rain and those negative-degree Christchurch mornings… I am more than ready for some milder days and a little more colour. I’ve spent the past […]
Tricks of the trade
What’s the secret to lush lashes and defined lips? The technology in tubing mascara, and deep, defined lips are on every beauty lover’s radar; here’s why they should be in your rotation. Goodbye, panda eyes You don’t need waterproof or water-resistant mascara to avoid smudging anymore – tubing mascara technology wraps each individual […]
Wake up looking your best: The Beauty Parlour Fendalton
As we age, our lips and brows lose colour and definition. Semi-permanent cosmetic treatments such as ombré brows and lip blush help restore a more youthful appearance while simplifying your daily beauty routine. “People often worry about having eyebrows that are too dark,” says Angela McCarthy-Coffin, owner of The Beauty Parlour in Fendalton. […]
Instant glow-up! Oral Design
Can a pair of bespoke, handcrafted dentures recreate the smile you had almost 20 years ago? Satisfied customer Carol Bradfield says the answer is ‘yes’ when you work with renowned clinical dental technician Richard Greenlees. Carol, how did you first connect with Richard at Oral Design? Richard was recommended to me by a […]
Scar camouflage tattooing: KM Surgical
From surgical scars to skin grafts, scar camouflage tattooing offers a long-lasting solution for helping people feel more comfortable in their skin. Visible scars can be a lasting reminder of surgery, injury or illness, but a new service from Angela Millar of KM Surgical is helping clients feel more comfortable in their skin. […]
Behind the lens: White Chiffon Photography
From weddings to fashion, beauty and commercial branding, step behind the lens of this Canterbury-based photographer. Whether capturing a wedding, creating branding imagery, or photographing professional portraits, Crystal Kerr of White Chiffon Photography is inspired by the beauty of storytelling. “My love for photography began at a young age because my father was […]
Winter skin reset
As temperatures drop, Christchurch women are adjusting skincare routines to tackle dry and dehydrated winter skin, writes Lucy Brewer. Canterbury’s crisp winter mornings can leave the skin feeling dry, but with ‘skinmalism’ making a comeback, it’s time to concentrate on the skin barrier this frosty season. According to appearance medicine nurse Katie McIndoe […]
Blush is back
All the hottest cheeks are wearing blush this winter – the big beauty trend of the season and must-have make-up. Metropol’s Lucy Brewer reports. Blush is back, baby. Thanks in part to Justin Bieber’s other half Hailey, and her viral pocket-sized blush sticks, warm cheeks are brightening up winter faces. Since Hailey’s Rhode, […]
