By Katie Martlew
Big things are happening in beauty, all in our very own backyard. We shine the spotlight on new innovations from Aussie beauty brands we love, and give you a whole new lot of reasons to want to buy Australian made…
Lily Loves Pearl
The little beauty brand with a big Certified Organic heart…
Who are they? Based in Daylesford, Victoria, home to Australia’s natural mineral spring region, Lily Loves Pearl was founded by Samantha Molineux, who was inspired to launch the brand after many childhood years spent watching her Grandma Janet (aka Pearl) and Aunt Lil cook up their own skincare products in their kitchen, using all natural ingredients. After five long years of research and development, Lily Loves Pearl was born, a boutique range of Certified Organic skincare, made to the highest of organic standards, ensuring minimal impact on the environment, yet maximum benefits for our skin! Created with a base of Certified Organic Rosehip Oil, the range features yummy feel good ingredients such as vanilla and honey, marshmallow, rose and chamomile. Pure, simple, and made with love.
Our fave products from the range: We simply love the Restore Me Rosehip & Chamomile Facial Moisturiser, which is packed with all Certified Organic ingredients and leaves skin feeling soft, smooth and seriously soothed. RRP $49. Formulated with soothing chamomile and calendula, certified organic neroli and rosewater, the Purify Me Botanical Facial Cleanser leaves our skin squeaky clean without stripping it dry. RRP $36.
Stockists Ph 03 5348 6741 www.lilylovespearl.com
In Essence
Beauty, health and wellbeing- the botanical way…
Who are they? With over 20 years in the botanical biz, In Essence has been celebrated for pioneering the therapeutic aromatherapy phenomenon in Australia. All those years of experience behind them and yet they continue to push the boundaries of botanical science to deliver a wonderful range of pure, all naturally active skincare (as well as body care, body products, home ambience, and healing and wellbeing products). Here at RESCU, us sensitive-skinned girls simply adore their brand new Botanically Active Skincare line, a range of all natural, plant-based skincare that’s free from harsh chemicals and fragrances.
Our fave products from the range: Our new fail-safe long-haul flight essential is the Botanically Active Hydrating Mist, which is packed with Botanically Active ingredients to calm down and refresh stressed out skin. RRP $22.95. After a long stressful day, battling the elements in the big city, there is no better way to relax than with the Botanically Active Purifying Mask, a gentle, hydrating mask rich in mineral rich Kaolin Clay to purify the skin, RRP $22.95.
The In Essence Botanically Active Range is available at David Jones, Myer and leading pharmacies nationally. www.inessence.com.au
Evodia Australia
The experts on high quality, beautifully fragrant and wholly Australian body and skincare products…
Who are they? Established over a decade ago, evodia are most famous for their divine body care products, formulated from only the highest quality fragrances, and packed with good-for-you-ingredients like natural plant extracts, vitamins and essential oils, which are (where possible) sourced from our very own Australian environment. More recently they have released a beautiful skincare range, evodia Active Organics, a technically advanced skincare range, infused with lovely fragrances that soothe the mind and soul, as well as all naturally based ingredients, and two very special active organic ingredients. Priced at under $30 (an absolute steal!), this wonderful brand is bringing high quality, highly pure and organic products to all consumers. Hoorah!
Our fave products from the range: Talk about luxe for less, the Active Organics Hydrating Day Moisturiser with SPF 15, is packed with Organic Shea Butter, Vitamin E, and restorative essential oils like Organic Avocado Oil to deeply nourish parched skin. RRP $27.95. Second on our hit list is the Gentle Facial Cleanser, a lightweight and lovely cleanser that calms, cleans, and rebalances the skin with chamomile, Organic Juniper Berry, and Vitamin E. RRP $22.95.
Available at Myer stores and leading pharmacies nationally. www.evodia.com.au
Intraceuticals
The exceptional skincare scientists with a star-studded clientele…
Who are they? Founded in 2002 by Anthony McMahon, Intraceuticals is an Aussie company pushing huge boundaries in the skincare business on an international level. Intraceuticals breakthrough signature treatment, Intraceuticals Infusions, use oxygen under pressure along with hyaluronic acid technology to deliver skin care serums (targeted to your specific skincare concern) into the skin, with instant visible results. Let’s just say Hollywood A-listers by the likes of Madonna, Naomi Campbell and Justin Timberlake are huge fans. Need we say more? Didn’t think so!
Our fave product from the range: Our new must-have super serum is the Intraceuticals Rejuvenate Daily Serum, which is packed with a powerful combination of lightweight hyaluronic acid along with potent vitamins and antioxidants to plump up and deeply hydrate the skin. RRP $189.
For stockist info, visit www.intraceuticals.com
Skin Physics
The little Aussie beauty brand with big brains…
Who are they? While Skin Physics the brand was officially launched in 2010, over 15 years of research in skin ageing and dermatological conditions over a multitude of scientific disciples was completed prior to releasing their first successful product, the Skin Physics Photon LED Photo-Rejuvenation System (a complete, cutting edge, at-home LED skincare system to reduce the signs of ageing and skin damage). With an advisory board that includes some of Australia’s most famed and notable experts in their fields from plastic surgeons, organic chemistry lecturers, scientists, and weight loss experts, Skin Physics is one beauty brand with brains. Literally.
Our fave product from the brand: The new use-at-home Skin Physics Liposculpt Body Sculpting System, is a lean, mean, fat and cellulite busting machine that combines a powerful cosmeceutical fat burning Body Sculpting Gel with a combination of infrared heat and micro current massage to reduce cellulite and target fat deposits. RRP $349.
Available at Myer, Shaver Shop and selected pharmacies or at www.skinphysics.com.au
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SCOUT Cosmetics
The safe and stylish cosmetics brand that are empowering women, one face at a time…
Who are they? After 12 years of research and development, husband and wife team Sylvie and Guy Hutchings officially launched SCOUT Cosmetics in 2009, a range of high quality, luxe, and safe and natural cosmetics. Inspired to create the brand following 16 years working as a flight attendant (an industry where looking highly presentable with a full face of make-up everyday is part in parcel with the job) yet unsatisfied with the range of safe and natural cosmetics on the market, Sylvie set out to create her own. Combining her training in natural therapies, and her husband’s expertise as a member of the Australian Society of Cosmetic Chemists, SCOUT Cosmetics was born. Safe, stylish, and high quality cosmetics, with no hidden nasties!
Our fave product from the brand: The SCOUT Cosmetics Leaving Las Vegas Smokey Eye Kit provides a girl with all she needs to create the perfect new-season smokey eye, including two Mineral Eye Shadows in steel-blue and nude pink, a Mineral Mascara, Mineral Eyeliner, and a Vegan Shadow and Brow Brush, all wrapped up in an eco-friendly gift box. RRP $123.95 (current special price- normally RRP $139.75).
www.scoutcosmetics.com
Chic Australia
The clever little cosmetics brand with big ideas to simplify your beauty routine…
Who are they? This Aussie owned cosmetics brand was founded by make-up artist and beauty therapist Lois Yaghoubour, who launched the brand out of a personal passion to create an all-in-one super product that would have the ability to leave one looked perfectly preened and beautiful all day, sans touchups. After intensive research and development, Chic Baked Contour Powder was born, a 7-in-one product comprising of a blusher, bronzer, eye shadow, lip colour, eyeliner, highlighter and contouring powder) and our make-up bags have been lighter ever since!
Our fave product from the brand: Chic Baked Contour Powder. Formulated with liquid minerals, and baked on a terracotta tile, this lovely, light-reflective contouring powder is available in eight shades, so it’s suitable for any complexion, and keeps you looking utterly flawless for up to 12 hours! RRP $49.95.
For stockist info visit www.chicaustralia.com.au
