Question: My eyelids, especially closest to my lashes, are always red; more so if I am tired. How can I prevent this and make it less noticeable? Jane Answer: Firstly visit your optometrist or doctor to find out why your eyelids are red as you may have a reoccurring infection or may be allergic to […]

Question What are the fashion must-haves for the spring-summer season this year? Answer With summer just around the corner, here is a list of this season’s must-have pieces: ¾ length Bermuda shorts Nautical-inspired striped t-shirts Espadrilles Broderie anglaise lace sun dress Metallic strappy sandals Perfect white shirt Crisp white wide-leg linen pants Print skirt, graphic […]

Every woman is constantly searching for the perfect pair of jeans. Here is The Australian Women’s Weekly’s easy guide to help you find the perfect pair of jeans. The perfect jeans to flatter your bottom A pair of straight-leg jeans in a rigid denim will accentuate your curves without exaggerating them. Top stockists: Sussan, 1300 […]

Question I’ve noticed patches of pigmentation starting to appear on my face. Is there anything I can do at home to remove them or at least lessen their appearance? B. Wilkins, via e-mail Answer Tricia Haron, Clinique’s national education manager, says: “In the past, dark and uneven patches on the skin were blamed solely on […]

Question: I always have split ends. Could straightening my hair with a straightening iron be the cause? How can I stop them and get my hair back into good condition? Ilsa, Newcastle, NSW Answer: Julie Zavaglia, director of Glow Salon in Sydney, explains, “Some types of hair are more prone to split ends than others. […]

Jacqueline Achilles is a fitness instructor and part-time model who wants a career in fashion. “I was always told my breast size wasn’t ideal,” says part-time model Jacqueline Achilles. “And when I went shopping I felt limited about what fashionable clothes I could wear.” So Jacqueline had breast implants and now, she says, “I feel […]

Question I’m 20 and already have spider veins on my legs. What’s the best treatment for them? Answer According to Dr Deborah Davis, sclerotherapy (injecting the vein with a solution that irritates the vein lining, causing it to collapse) is the best way to treat spider veins. “Although some clients request the laser,” says Dr […]

Question: I can’t seem to stop my lipstick from bleeding. Any advice? Answer: It’s worth taking the time to prepare the lips. Start with a lip primer to plump up and soften lips. Make-up artist Noni Smith likes to use a colourless wax product around the lips to seal and fill in little cracks. She […]

Question I’m desperately looking for a fitted, single-breasted rain or trench coat that’s showerproof. Where can I find one? Heather, via e-mail Answer Many fashion labels are including the trenchcoat in their latest collection as it continues to be a fashion classic and a winter wardrobe must have. But just because it looks good on […]