LEADING LADY BEAUTY: HAIR INSPIRATION BY REVLON
The vintage era is our favourite here at The Modern Woman’s Survival Guide. The stunning beauty, the gorgeous dresses, and of course that dramatic hair. Revlon Professional has reminded us of why we love a polished ‘do with their Cinematic Collection. Each of the four hair styles have their own ‘persona’ and are the perfect way to make your hair vintage inspired whilst still being a fabulous Modern Woman.
HIGH MAINTENANCE BEAUTY TOO HARD? HELLO EFFORTLESS ELEGANCE
Gaynor Alder used to be high maintenance. On the beauty front that is. And she loved it. Every god damn single second of it. But then something happened.
Life got in the way. Her hair got frizzy, her nails started sporting chipped polish, and her lily white skin was there for all to be blinded by. Audrey Hepburn would roll in her grave.
LEADING LADY BEAUTY: VINTAGE TAN WITH ST TROPEZ
Molly Hill tells you to hold onto your tans ladies! With winter around the corner, it’s time to realise that ‘self-tan’ isn’t a dirty word. We’ve all experienced stepping out of the bathroom and into the daylight only to realise that we’re sporting streaky legs and orange feet. Thankfully self-tanning has come a long way and can be customised to create the look you want.
MORE THAN LIPSTICK
Molly Hill reveals why lip colour is no longer a one trick pony. New and unique lip products are springing up everyday that do away with the traditional high-maintenance formula of most lipsticks. Hybrid products take the best features of lipsticks, glosses, stains, tints and balms to create the ultimate potion for your pout. Here are some of the best double, triple, and even quadrouple-duty products that have scored her kiss of approval.
10 SIMPLE STEPS TO RED CARPET GLAMOUR (& WIN)
Gaynor Alder gives you 10 simple steps to create red carpet glamour for your next special occasion. Create your own red carpet hair and face, for your chance to win Revlon mascaras and Taut Collagen Masks to the value of $250.
HOT OFF KRISTINA’S BEAUTY NEWS DESK
Kristina Ioannou gives you the lowdown on revolutionary beauty apps, smoking hot runway looks, mani trends and super neat beauty bonuses, including Clinique gift time at Myer and a free $30 Witchery voucher from Endota Spa.
FABULOUS FEBRUARY BEAUTY FINDS
Gaynor Alder unveils the latest in fabulous beauty finds from her boudoir in February. From divine smelling candles, uber moisturised hair, seductive nails that will captivate any male suitor to fake tan superheroes, she’s all over it like glue on false eyelashes.
‘MAKEUP FOR ME’ WORKSHOP BY GUY TRINQUET FROM PARIS
‘Makeup For Me’ is a fabulous course by Guy Trinquet – a professional makeup artist from Paris *cue sighs of jealousy* who has spent much of his time in the beauty and fashion industry. Currently residing in Melbourne, Guy has contributed his renowned skills to Parisian fashion shows including Chanel and Christian Dior. Oui Oui.
HELLO 000, I HAVE A HAIR EMERGENCY
As a former beauty editor of another magazine, and firm believer in the quality of your life being dictated by the quality of your hair, it won’t come as any surprise that I’m a tough crowd when it comes to wholeheartedly placing my trust in a hairdresser.
LEADING LADY BEAUTY
Molly Hill explains how exuding the glamour of famous vintage leading ladies doesn’t have to be as high-maintenance as it looks. Whether you’re a Marilyn or a Jackie, here are some beauty products for those of us with champagne taste on a Passion Pop budget.
COCKTAIL HOUR BEAUTY: TIPS FROM ’20s, ’30s & ’40s SCREEN SIRENS
When it comes to styling yourself for a cocktail hour, there’s no better cue than the screen sirens of yesteryear. They screamed glamour, sass and sophistication, and they turned beauty into an art form. These women knew that what you do is as important as what you don’t do. And pssst, your secret weapon involves not only bonding with your beautician and hairdresser on a chummy first name basis, but also ensuring you never leave home without essential beauty items in your handbag.
READER REVIEW: BENEFIT IT’S POTENT EYE CREAM
Sheri Bomb was one of the lucky winners of our reader review competition, whereby she got to review a beauty product on behalf of The Modern Woman’s Survival Guide. Here’s what Sheri had to say about Benefit’s It’s Potent Eye Cream.
MAKE UP BAG ZEN WITH THE HELP OF ZOE FOSTER
In ‘Amazing Face’, Zoe Foster details all the things you need for your different make up bags. Here’s my list to ensure you never again have to rummage through your hand bag desperately searching for lip gloss, coming up for air with a handful of mintie wrappers, receipts and ahem, tampons (no taxi drivers won’t accept them in lieu of payment).
WELCOME BELLABOX: DELUXE BEAUTY SAMPLES DELIVERED TO YOUR DOOR
By Kristina Ioannou Are you stuck in a beauty rut and can’t find what works for you? Maybe you’re harbouring a secret desire to leave your 9-5 desk job and become a beauty editor, taking over one magazine at a time. Or you might simply have a natural fixation with being in-the-know about the beauty [...]
READER REVIEW: NAPOLEON PERDIS SAY GOODNIGHT NIGHT CREAM
Steph Little was one of the lucky winners of our recent reader review competition, whereby we offer readers the opportunity to review a beauty product for MWSG- Ed. I was so pleased to be able to review Napoleon Perdis Set Say Goodnight Night Cream for MWSG! I haven’t tried any NP products before so it was [...]
