Question: I have hazel eyes, brown hair and a warm skin tone. What eyeshadow would compliment my eyes for the day and evening? Thank you, Serena Beke Answer: You could wear just about any colour. But the lovely greens that are around would really bring out the colour of your eyes. Mix them up with […]

Question: I have a very pale face with a few freckles and have trouble finding eyeshadow and lipstick colours that look good and don’t make me look sick or paler. Can you suggest colours that will look good and are in fashion? Janelle Answer: You would probably look great with soft browns and apricot shades. […]

Question: I can never find an all-day lip gloss or lipstick. It either always rubs off or just somehow comes off. Please help, it’s really annoying! Taylah Answer: Max Factor and Rimmel have just released their latest smudge-proof lippies and glosses. They are available at your local supermarket.

Question Is there really an effective treatment for cellulite? Karen, via email Answer According to Howard Murad of UCLA (university of California Los Angeles) the answer is yes. “Cellulite is fat in the skin. No amount of exercising or liposuction will correct cellulite. It needs to be treated by repairing the damaged cell membranes and […]

Question I’m in my 40s and my skin is quite sun-damaged, with bad sun spots and pigmentation. What’s the most effective treatment? Erin, via email Answer Pigmentation and sun damage are closely related, but the good news is that both conditions can be reversed. Kaye Scott, director of The Clinic, in Sydney, says, “Intense pulsed […]

Question The skin on my neck is getting crepey and is not as firm as it used to be. Is there anything I can do to tone it up? Anne via email Answer Oil glands are scarce around the neck area, so the skin is very fragile and, according to Judith Korner of Madame Korner […]

Question: I’m thinking of getting microdermabrasion as I have a few minor acne scars. However, I’m under 21 and my skin is fairly sensitive. Is microdermabrasion recommended for any age? Kathryn Answer: Microdermabrasion is quite safe as long a qualified technician performs the treatment. I can highly recommend a clinic in Bondi Junction, NSW. Phone: […]

Question Who does Botox suit? Kathryn, via e-mail Answer The best candidate for Botox is someone in their late 20s to early 50s who is concerned about wrinkle lines in their forehead region and around the eyes. Botox eliminates the frown lines temporarily and prevents long-term formation of permanent wrinkles. Unfortunately Botox can’t treat all […]

Question: I want to know how to choose the correct blush colour for my skin. Liz Answer: The best time to determine which colour best suits your complexion is to have a look at your flushed cheeks after a workout or shower — the natural flush is the best shade for you. The safest colour […]

Question: What products can be used to create a glossy look around the cheekbone area? I like the way Olivia Newton-John always has a healthy gloss look to her make-up. Jan Reynolds Answer: Pout cosmetics make a wonderful shimmer gloss that has a slight pink to it. It will give you the effect you are […]