Question: Can you give me some tips for plucking my eyebrows? Anon. Answer: Before you begin, take a long look at your natural brow shape in a mirror. It’s best to pluck straight after a bath or shower, when pores are open due to the heat. If you have a low pain threshold, apply a […]

Question: How do you use cream or gel blush and are they better than powder blush? Liza. Answer: Gel blush is more suited to smooth, younger skin, while a more creamy blush is much better for dry or mature skin. Both kinds blend easily. Powder is the most popular form of blush but it can […]

Question: How can I curl my straight hair at home and make the curls stay in for the whole day? Jenny. Answer: Curling tongs are great for creating spring-like curls. Use small-diameter tongs for short hair or to make tight curls, and large tongs to create looser curls. After shampooing with a volumising shampoo, towel […]

SEARCHING FOR JEANS I’m looking for some jeans to replace my Guess Classic denims (style no 25052RG) that I bought about four years ago. I bought three pairs but they’re wearing out fast. I rang the Guess store but they don’t have any jeans like that anymore. Would you be able to recommend a jean […]

HUNTING FOR A DENIM JACKET I was wondering if you could help me with trying to find a denim jacket that looks quite elegant. I have asked a few shops in Mildura and they don’t know what I’m talking about. Lorraine, Mildura. Dear Lorraine, Here are some websites for stores I would suggest that are […]

MAXIMISE MY APPEARANCE Could you provide advice/suggestions in order that I might maximise my appearance? I am very mindful of my appearance by lack understanding and skill in being able to do much with it. I am 5’2″, 66 kg, wear a 14DD bra, have hair that is curly, dry at the ends, and a […]

MOTHER OF THE GROOM I am a 64 year young mother of 4 children and sadly lacking in the trim, taut and terrific areas. My eldest son is getting married in 6 months in the Cook Islands and I am in desperate need of some advice as to how to present myself in the best […]

**I am writing to you in sheer desperation, hoping you can help me in my search for make-up that does not contain Titanium Dioxide which appears to be either a major or minor ingredient in every foundation, eye-shadow, eye pencil, concealer and powder on the market, not to mention sun screens! Unfortunately for me, I […]

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In a real family home with real kids, no room is sacred. It’s a myth that you can contain them and their gear and continue life as carefree grown-ups. It simply will not happen. The trade-off, however, is that a home without them would be less vibrant. It would lack the spontaneity and excitement that […]