By Chloe Schneider
The start of a new season always sees product launches by the barrel full and while sometimes it can be overwhelming, there are always stand-outs that we just have to tell our readers about instantly.
To help you sort the great from the good, we’ve hand picked some of the latest products we have fallen truly, madly, deeply in love with this spring.
The lust-over lips
For high-impact colour
Dior Addict Lipcolour in Technicolour Red
Dior
’s famous light, sensuous lip colour has recently been released in Technicolour Red, a gorgeous bright pinky red with silver pearl. This pigment-rich colour is perfect for wearing with a matte base and natural eyes. The smooth texture simple glides onto the lips leaving them vibrant, nourished and the perfect shade of va-va-voom red.
Available in David Jones for full stockist information call 02 9695 4800 ($48.00)
For pout perfect gloss
Youngblood Mineral Cosmetic Lip Gloss
Boasting a natural formula of candelilla wax, sunflower seed oil and vitamin E, Youngblood’s incredible glosses are not just pretty; they wear well and are good for your lips.
Available in an amazing range of shades and with more to come, these glosses are sure to be a firm favourite.
Available in selected salons for full stockist list visit www.youngbloodmineralcosmetics.com.au ($38.00)
The soothing creams
For luxe hydration
Chanel Body Excellence Intense Hydrating Milk
Using jasmine flower, purple bengle PFA and shea butter, this lavish body cream strengthens the skin’s defences, helps fight against dehydration and acts to firm the skin.
This is an absolute dream to apply, beautifully scented and exquisitely soft. On application the soft-focus light particles catch pigments that leave the skin with a radiant glow. Simply beautiful.
Available in Chanel stores and counters ($105.00)
For hard-working hands
Dove Visible Beauty Hand Cream
The palms of one’s hands show age and neglect in an instant so a moisturising hand cream is a must. Dove’s unique breakthrough formula uses a multi-layer complex that nourishes every layer of the skin’s protective barrier. We found visible improvement in just three days.
Dove’s latest formula is luxury at budget price, a guilt free indulgence.
Available in pharmacies, supermarkets and variety stores. Visit www.mydove.com.au for full details ($5.49)
The new eyes
For kaleidoscopic colour
Napoleon Perdis Loose Dust Eye Shadows
September has seen Napoleon revamp their eye shadow collection; think ruby red, perfect pastels and neon brights. We’re coveting the highly pigmented new Loose Dust Eye Shadows. Not only does this provide flawless colour from dusk till dawn but also Mineral Oil and Lauroyl Lysine condition the sensitive skin on your lids.
Available at Napoleon Perdis stores, David Jones, selected pharmacies and selected salons throughout Australia ($35.00)
For defined and lined eyes
Shiseido Automatic Fine Eyeliner
Shiseido’s unique eyeliner uses a pen design with a button that releases just the right amount of eyeliner to the brush leaving a smudge-proof finish. The innovative fine brush allows for incredibly precise application to create incredible 50s cat eye looks. With intense pigment and a glossy finish, Shiseido’s liner defines the eyes like no other.
Available in David Jones, Myer and selected pharmacies ($60.00)
For flirt-worthy lashes
MAC Mascara collection
Mascara can lift, curl, lengthen, darken, separate, thicken and volumise your lashes; it all depends on the brush and the formula. MAC’s mascaras hold true to their testimonials. The Studio Finish is a favourite formula for extreme volume while the Opulash is a must-have for curling. If it’s incredible length you’re seeking, look no further than their Pro Longlash formulas.
Head into a MAC store and tell them exactly what type of lashes you want – we guarantee they’ll have the perfect product for you.
Available in MAC stores and counters or at www.maccosmetics.com.au (Opulash $30.00)
The Power Powders
For contouring
Natio Mineral Pressed Powder Bronzer
Free from talc, parabens, preservatives,
dyes, oil and fragrance; Natio’s Mineral Pressed Powder Bronzer will care for all skin types, including sensitive and acne-prone skin. Fine pigment in a supple sun-kissed bronze creates a beautiful long-lasting radiance.
Available from Myer, David Jones and selected pharmacies ($19.95)
For matte perfection
Youngblood Mineral Cosmetics Mineral Rice Setting Powder
If you suffer from shine, this is your dream powder. Youngblood uses rice starch, corn starch along with cucumber, marshmallow and parsley extracts to create a flawless matte base, which also includes vitamins and anti-inflammatory agents. Rice Powder is
the ultimate in oil-absorption, keeping your face shine-free all day. If you happen to use a little too much blush or bronzer, use the rice powder on top of your make-up to dull the effect.
Available in light, medium and dark in selected salons. Visit www.youngbloodmineralcosmetics.com.au for full list ($49.95)
The latest hair technology
For revitalised hair
Redken’s Time Reset for porous, age-weakened hair
Ever look at old photos and wish you could get back the healthy, natural hair of your youth? Now you can. Redken have identified the five visible signs of hair aging and created a range that targets each and every one. We love the Youth Revitalizer replenishing deep treatment in this range. This little tub contains a luxurious rinse-out mask that deeply conditions the hair to restore a youthful shine.
Available in selected pharmacies, salons and retailers ($35.00)
