By Chloe Schneider
At RESCU, skincare is always a priority but sometimes we let caring for the finer details fall by the wayside. With so many amazing colour trends emerging for the new season that we can’t wait to test out, we have our mind on treatments that will help create the luscious pout of Whitney Port and eyes everyone will be envious of.
Your lips are a powerful tool of seduction. Whether it’s a simple balm for daytime wear or a bright red pout you are looking to achieve, the most important first step to luscious lips is a treatment because dry, chapped lips are never appealing.
Chanel’s incredible treatment for lips restores, restructures and smooths the lips to correct all signs of ageing and leave you with youthful, plump lips. Featuring a combination of advanced active ingredients, Chanel’s Ultra Correction boosts cellular activity to restore fullness and firm up smile lines. Simply apply morning and/or night to lips, lip contour and along nasolabial lines to give the delicate, fragile lip area the special care it deserves. Available from Chanel counters and stores ($85.00)
This gorgeously rich, glossy formula not only hydrates and protects the lips but has a beautifully subtle opaque sheen. It can be worn under and over lipstick for added allure and to avoid the dreaded dry lip look or on its own for a simply daytime sheen. We love using this in beauty looks that feature dramatic eyes. Available at Mecca Cosmetica stores and online at www.meccacosmetica.com.au ($30.00)
Sisley’s blend of naturally derived oils, butters and waxes works to moisturise, nourish, relieve and protect the lips while respecting the extreme sensitivity of this delicate area. It is absolutely luscious and leaves lips looking supple and plumped. Active ingredients include Plum Kernal oil, hazelnut oil, sunflower oil, shea butter and vitamin E. Naturally beautiful. Available in David Jones stores ($80.00)
Your lips will benefit from this lavish mineral treatment. A combination of anise, clove, peppermint and thyme essential oils with jojoba esters and natural apricot kernel oil works to condition chapped lips and impart moisture. Perfect for every day use and to soften lips pre-lipstick. Available from www.glostore.com.au or for stockist information call 1800 66 44 55 ($35.00)
C-ESTA Lips is an innovative product that aims to improve the appearance of ageing and sun damage around the lip area. This medically based product contains two topical agents that reduce the appearance of vertical lip lines and also plumps and defines lip contours. The results are almost immediate and we found we were left with defined, smooth, firm and hydrated lips. For stockist information call 03 9571 9990 ($74.00)
Burt’s Bees have added a hint of colour and a pearlised shine to their best-selling formula and we couldn’t be happier about it. Using moisture filled ingredients such as vitamin E, coconut and sunflower oils, this delicious balm has passed the test of time. The natural, earthy colour palette includes tones such as caramel, champagne, fig, guava and rhubarb. Available at David Jones, Myer, Pharmacies and health food stores ($12.95)
The skin around your eyes is thin and very sensitive; a little bit of care pays dividends in the anti-ageing game. Help defer the need for the needle by taking extra care with the latest technology to treat your peepers.
A first for YSL, this roll-on eye care is a treatment in a flash. Simply roll-on to the entire eye contour area and your tired eyes will be instantly revitalised. The fresh treatment uses ultra-light emulsion to reduce signs of fatigue and smooth the eyes so they are perfectly primed for make-up. Available from Yves Saint Laurent counters for full stockist information call (02) 9931 8888 ($62.00)
Using a triple action roller-ball applicator to engage energy flow between three pressure points and to intensify the gel’s power, Biotherm’s massaging eye treatment instantly hydrates your eyes. After using the easy applicator, eyes are left brighter with decreased dark circles and diminished puffiness. Available at selected Myer stores and pharmacies ($54.00)
Formulated to address serious signs of skin ageing, including loss of firmness and radiance, this formula uses the unique, uncommon botanical Criste Marine to facilitate cell renewal. Padina Pavonica, Vitamins C and E to improve firmness and elasticity in the eye area. The sponge-like texture assures ideal application to soothe the eye area. Available from Mecca Cosmetica or online at www.meccacosmetica.com.au ($73.00)
If you are after one product to care for both your eyes and lips, Shiseido has the answer. This newly introduced cream cares for the delicate eye and lip area. It is formulated to minimise wrinkles and dark circles for a radiant look now and cares for these more vulnerable areas to ensure your skin stays youthful and radiant into the future. Available at David Jones, Myer and selected pharmacies ($215.00)
