Beauty

Glowing skin, bright lips, peachy cheeks and bold brows featured on the red carpet at the 87th Annual Academy Awards.

Lisa Rinna stepped out this weekend in a dress recycled from ten years ago. But that wasn’t the most remarkable thing about her appearance. Lisa, 51, attended HBO’s Golden Globes after party this week looking remarkably similar to when she went to the ‘12th Annual Race to Erase MS’ in 2005 – yep, a decade […]

Fresh, natural makeup; dewy skin and bold brows featured on the 2015 Golden Globes red carpet.

She died more than half a century ago, but Marilyn Monroe is still making waves in the beauty industry.

Kim Kardashian fan Jordan Parke, is so obsessed with Kim Kardashian that he’s spent over $190,000 (£100,000) on EXTREME cosmetic surgery and a designer wardrobe to look just like her.

Australia's number one magazine brand, The Australian Women's Weekly has appointed Sheree Mutton to the role of Beauty and Health Director.

Are you still dealing with the aftermath of angry breakouts as an adult?

Oscar-winner Cate Blanchett has offered up some wise advice for how to age in Hollywood without succumbing to the celebrity ideal.

Neringa Rekasiute Photography highlights impossible body image standards.

From the cupid bow lips that dominated the 1920s to the arch shingled bobs in the 30s and a whole lot of crimping in the 80s, this video is a fascinating look at how in-vogue hair trends have changed over the course of 100 years of primping.

Model and actress Jerry Hall has criticised women who get plastic surgery, calling them "pathetic, insecure creatures".

Calming lavender, stimulating eucalyptus and delectable rose are all you need to create a variety of natural health and beauty treatments and recipes for your home.

It's party season, and what better time to have sleek and shiny hair.

The Weekly spoke to the 27-year-old about developing her own tanning range called The Base.

The skincare specialist to the royal family reveals the beauty secrets behind Duchess Catherine's glow.

Neighbours star Melissa Bell reveals how she is finally happy in her own skin after six major cosmetic operations. “I’m finally happy,” Melissa, 42, said to Woman’s Day. “I’m comfortable with who I am, what I’ve done and what I’ve got.” After many years hiding in the dark, Melissa reveals she’s battled body dysmorphia (a mental illness […]

Actress Gwyneth Paltrow is not fazed by growing older, in fact, she says she likes her face with her wrinkles.

And we thought Halloween was over already! Kim Kardashian has raised eyebrows after she posted a snap of herself from inside step-sister, Kendall Jenner’s 19th birthday bash.

Beyonce has lopped of her long lustrous locks and opted for a new cropped do.

Cindy Crawford, Beyonce and other stars share their make-up free selfies with the world.

Dame Helen Mirren has been revealed as the face of L’Oreal Paris but the Oscar-winning actress insists she is not gorgeous. The 69-year-old star, who looks beautiful and natural in the images for the world renowned beauty brand, said:  “I am not gorgeous and I never was, but I was always OK-looking and I’m keen […]

She's the Aussie supermodel who struts the catwalk for brands including Victoria's Secret, Seafolly and Portmans, but now blonde bombshell Jessica Hart is promoting her own brand - a cosmetics line.

Naomi Watts was last night unveiled as the latest L’Oreal Paris ambassador joining a prestigious list of women from around the globe. Watts, 46, was named at an exclusive dinner in Paris before some of the world’s leading beauty writers. Wearing a classic black tuxedo pant suit, Watts was introduced by Cyril Chapuy, Global Brand […]

Bruce Jenner, the former patriarch of the Kardashian Klan, has stepped out recently with longer and more lustrous locks than he’s ever had before.

Katie Holmes is the new face of Olay and the first Olay Global Brand Ambassador. The ageless actress will represent the Olay global brand campaign, Your Best Beautiful. The campaign encourages women around the world to never settle and be their most beautiful in their lives and in their skin. “I’m very excited to be […]

Drew Barrymore has traded her blonde locks for brunette. The mum-of-two debuted her new look at a Stella McCartney event during London Fashion Week, as she stepped out for the first time since welcoming her daughter Frankie in April. With no hint of blonde in sight, Drew’s new chestnut brown look certainly suited her. Wearing […]

Remember temporary tattoos from your childhood? Well they're having a revival!

Katie Holmes revealed some of the criticisms she received at modelling school to Jimmy Fallon.

Beautiful South African actress, Charlize Theron turns 39 on August 7.

Despite being quite the advocate of all things natural on her GOOP website, it seems Gwyneth Paltrow goes hard core when it comes to her painful facial treatments. The American actress has admitted in an interview with Hello! magazine that she favours the painful Thermage laser treatment when it comes to keeping her skin looking healthy and […]

It’s no longer about a simple trim for these celebs who are going for a complete make-over of their usual looks and upping the shock factor.

Good news. You can whiten and brighten your teeth in a flash. Better still you can do so without breaking the bank.

Gwyneth Paltrow is transformed into a series of modern icons for Max Factor cosmetics

Grammy Award winner Alicia Keys looks stunning in gold as the new face of Givenchy's latest fragrance.

Christy Turlington Burns is the latest supermodel to say she’s not interested in finding the fountain of youth. The 45-year-old recently told ELLE magazine that she doesn’t mind the little lines that come with getting older. “Everybody is so anti-aging, but I don’t want to look younger than I am. Our face is a map […]

At 45-years-old and the picture of health, supermodel Christy Turlington Burns has spoken out about ageing saying, “there are no negatives to getting old”. The toned and lean yoga devotee is the global ambassador for beauty supplement brand Imedeen and in a recent advert for the product the Calvin Klein model says she has no […]

Singer Beyoncé treats her fans to a behind the scenes look at her video which explores the heartbreaking body pressures women face.

Infrared body wraps are the latest Hollywood weight-loss craze, so we decided to find out exactly which stars are loving the new treatment! From the Kardashian’s to Miranda Kerr, stars are lining up to try the Infrared body wraps and discover the treatment’s apparent healthy benefits. The theory is that the 50 minute session, which […]

It's not your typical makeup commercial, but one beauty brand has featured two women and one man removing makeup and showing what their skin really looks like.

She might have won two Grammy awards, but New Zealand singer Lorde has shared two photos of herself on Twitter to show she is just like the rest of us.

Ageing of the skin is a difficult battle to fight, especially with environmental factors that lead to free radicals damaging to the skins cells.

After a year that cruelly laid bare her personal troubles, Nigella Lawson has chosen to expose even more of herself.

Women Photoshopped to look like cover models have surprising reactions

Miranda Kerr has scored another global beauty campaign, replacing Heidi Klum as the face of Clean Scalp & Hair.

The Duchess of Cambridge was apparently so horrified by pictures that showed her grey hair she spent $1000 on an emergency six-hour salon visit. Kate stepped out with some silver strands last month and while we thought she looked lovely, the Duchess was reportedly aghast. Royal expert Katie Nicholl reports Kate immediately called London’s luxurious […]

Kim Kardashian’s face has changed a lot over the years, but it seems the reality star has been issued a warning from her future husband Kanye West: No more surgery! Kanye, whose mother died on the operating table during surgery, has asked Kim to refrain from any more “lipo, botox or another nose job” after […]

The Duchess of Cambridge has debuted her grey roots at a Remembrance Day event. Could the style icon's silvery strands start a trend?

Ever wondered why the pretty girls at school stuck together? Why boy bands share their good looks? Or why Ja’mie and her friends are all so “quiche”? According to new research by the University of California, these groups’ collective attractiveness is no coincidence, but it may all be smoke and mirrors. It’s called “the cheerleader […]

Marilyn Monroe has become the new face of Chanel’s most famous perfume, more than 50 years after her death. Chanel has confirmed the blonde bombshell will posthumously star in a new print and TV campaign for Chanel No. 5. The new advertisements will be released in the next two months and will feature an old […]

One woman’s dramatic before and after makeup photos have sparked an online debate about whether wearing makeup is deceitful. The images, posted on Reddit by makeup artist Melissa Murphy, show the complete transformation of an unidentified woman using every day cosmetics. The woman’s pale skin, freckles, blemishes and acne scars are replaced by a flawless […]

A 21-year-old woman from Nigeria has been crowned Muslim Miss World at the annual international pageant in Indonesia. Obabiyi Aishah Ajibola fell to the floor sobbing when she was crowned the winner of the beauty contest in a glittering stage spectacle in Jakarta. It is the third Muslim Miss World pageant and was held in […]

Each morning women dive into their over-stuffed makeup bags, filled with hair and beauty products that we can’t get enough of. But how many of these creams and other concoctions actually see the light of day? While women are buying more makeup than ever, they may not be caking on as much makeup as we […]

Sydney received a major glamour injection last night, with supermodel Georgia May Jagger, her mum Jerry Hall and Australia’s Jesinta Campbell turning out to kick off Bauer Media’s 30 Days of Fashion and Beauty event. Georgia, 21, the beautiful daughter of Rolling Stones rock god Mick Jagger, donned a figure-hugging dress to walk the pink […]

Clean brushes: Wash your make-up brushes with a foaming facial cleanser to keep them clean and soft. Instant eye balm: Keep your eye gel in the fridge for a refreshing eye treat on a hot day or after a late night. No more smudges: If you smudge your mascara, dip a cotton bud into some […]

Want healthy, shiny and luscious locks? The AWW Beauty Team dishes nine top tips for truly enviable tresses. That squeaky-clean feel: When washing your hair, leave the shampoo in for one or two minutes before rinsing. This will help to dissolve and remove excess oils and dirt. Rinse until the water runs completely clear and […]

Want to make those peepers pop? The AWW Beauty Team shares their tips on how to best use shape your eyeshadow. Deep-set eyes: Line the top eyelid with a dark shadow. Avoid blending over the lid, as this can make the eye seem to recede. Instead, blend a lighter shade over the lid and into […]

Want longer lasting lipstick? Follow these steps to perfect your pout. 1. Apply a small amount of lip balm to soften your lips, let it be absorbed for a few minutes – perhaps while you make up your eyes – then blot away any excess with a tissue. 2. Use a make-up sponge or your […]

We go back in time to trace Jennifer Aniston’s hairstyle evolution – from Friends-era girl next door to hippy chic and beachy blonde.

August is a big month for celebrity birthdays – and, as it turns out, a few champions of big-time glamour…

Decades after she sizzled in the Mello Yello ad, the bikini legend is back, as sexy as ever Ask dazzling TV model Alex Wileman how she feels about posing for our bikini shoot at 52 and she laughs. “I’ve spent my life in swimsuits, they’re like a second skin to me, so posing in a […]

Moisturiser, perfume, make-up and sunscreen are just some of the substances we slap on each day without thinking, but have a think about it: Do you really know what you’re putting on your skin? A UK natural deodorant manufacturer has found that the average woman willingly “wears” over 500 chemicals each day, with one moisturiser […]

During the colder months, without fail, my skin becomes Sahara Desert dry. Fine lines become more obvious, I develop flaky areas and, if the wind picks up, I can look forward to flame red patches around my mouth and chin. If I’m super unlucky, my skin actually becomes sore to the touch and, not surprisingly, […]

A breakthrough by scientists could mean women may never have to worry about going grey, gracefully or otherwise. Heralding the end of messy hair dye and concerns over concealing silver roots, a study published FASEB, the journal for biological research, found people who are going grey develop “massive oxidative stress”, which causes hair to bleach […]

Women Australia-wide are buying an illegal tanning substance and injecting themselves. They are putting their health on the line, writes Clair Weaver. When Kelly McDonnell developed a golden tan, lost weight and experienced a surge in her libido, she thought she’d found the Holy Grail of bronzing products. On the recommendation of a friend, the […]

Tired eyes? Try eating a banana. Acne breakout? Snack on some coconut yoghurt. Need a little collagen boost? Munch on some pineapple. These are the tips from renowned Hollywood nutritionist to the stars Kimberly Snyder, who says it’s easy to get glowing skin and shiny hair simply by eating the right foods. Kimberly, whose client […]

Want summer silky strands, smooth skin and a flawless glow? The Woman’s Day beauty team have got you covered! Firstly, it’s all in the preparation, exfoliation is a must before hair removal. Secondly, choose your method wisely, during the warmer months we suggest… Epilating: It pulls out hair from the root leaving you smooth for […]

Take your complexion from dull to dazzling in just a few days. Here, Shonagh Walker shares some tips and tricks to help restore your skin’s glow in time for the weekend. Late nights, hectic schedules with the kids, long hours at the computer… they quickly leave your complexion far from vibrant. While sensible diet and […]

Cassandra Bankson would never have thought that her biggest insecurity would make her an internet sensation or pave the way to a successful modelling career. The 19-year-old suffers from severe cystic acne and was so ashamed of her looks, she hated going out in public. She hid her blemishes with layers of make-up – primers, […]

Alarna Kench has always had long hair and never even considered going in for the chop. That is, until she learned about the Beautiful Lengths program, a joint campaign between Pantene and charity Look Good…Feel Better, which is designed to inspire women to grow, cut and donate their hair to be turned into wigs for […]

The secret to naturally perfect skin may be found in the garden, with research showing that extracts from rose, white tea and witch hazel reduce wrinkles. Scientists from London’s Kingston University School of Life Sciences, in conjunction with technical experts from English herbal skincare company Neal’s Yard Remedies, have identified a number of naturally-occurring anti-inflammatory […]

Looking effortlessly glamorous doesn’t just happen, even though the very words suggest otherwise. It takes some diligence, but thankfully, not much. These tips will get you there, every day. The better your skin, the less make-up you need, and the less time it takes to look elegant. Cleansing is the cornerstone of great skin. Cleanse […]

What lifts any look? The right nails, and with this new lace look you can take your look for ordinary to romantic vintage classic in a matter of minutes. Worn by the likes of Blake Lively and Jennifer Lopez, the lace manicure is easy to achieve, just follow these steps from OPI. Start with your […]

We’re constantly reminded about the perils of the sun. Although crops wouldn’t grow, solar panels would be wasted and vitamin D in our skin would be deficient without it, the sun is often given a bad wrap. Yet when we look at the irreversible damage it causes to our skin, we do need to make […]

Attractive people earn more, have better jobs and live happier lives. So, if beauty is such an asset, can we fake it? Jordan Baker investigates. Beautiful people don’t know how good they’ve got it. In their world, strangers give flowers, compliments flow like water and there’s always a taxi available. Not only do they sail […]

Make-up should enhance and soften your looks, not age you. Here, six common make-up mistakes that could add years to your face (plus some tips on how to avoid them). With age, skin naturally takes on redness. Using pink-based foundations adds to the ruddiness. A yellow-based formula will knock redness out. Avoid pink or red […]

With our demanding, stressful lives, many people are turning to vitamin supplements in an effort to maintain health — but are they really doing us any good? Karen Inge reports. The supplement industry is growing at a phenomenal rate in Australia. No longer the sole realm of the health food store, naturopath clinic or pharmacy, […]

Are you unsure of what moisturiser to use for your age? Woman’s Day beauty editor Mary Zavaglia has the answer! In the video above, Mary explains the ageing process of the skin and the best moisturising options for each age group. From simple tinted moisturisers in your 20s through to vitamin C brightening moisturiser for […]

In our busy lives, finding the time to do any more than a few steps in a skin routine can be impossible. Thankfully, you only need a couple of minutes twice a day to help your skin glow. Cleanse twice a day It is easy to get confused when it comes to your daily skincare […]

Thanks to a swag of effective new creams and treatments, anti-ageing without going under the knife is now more than a sales pitch — it’s achievable, writes Kelly Baker. Next time you’re out, take a look around and you’ll discover something life affirming. Women are retaining their beauty or becoming more beautiful as they age. […]

Exercise works for your abs, so why not your face? Unlike your body muscles, your 57 facial muscles are directly attached to your skin. When facial muscles lose their tone, the skin starts to sag and lose its lustre. Toning the muscles of your neck and face will increase oxygen circulation, speed up lymphatic drainage […]

These 20 brilliant beauty hints from the experts will have you looking gorgeous from top to toe, writes Shonagh Walker. MAKE-UP “Keep two shades of foundation in your make-up case,” advises L’Oreal Paris make-up director, Rae Morris. “Your complexion changes colour slightly from summer to winter, and you will need to swap them, or perhaps […]

Kids have been trying to find fame on Youtube since Justin Bieber made it big in 2009, but the latest trend is raising more than a few parental eyebrows — meet the baby beauty bloggers. Tech-savvy toddlers are jumping on the beauty pageant bandwagon, recently popularised by TV show Toddlers & Tiaras, and seeking their […]

Women around the globe will always find ways to make themselves more beautiful. Kelly Baker reveals beauty tricks from all corners of the world — and you don’t need to travel to try them. All over the world, women have long created beauty treatments with their own hands — hair conditioner crafted from crushed hibiscus […]

Want all the red carpet glamour at a fraction of the cost? Check out these insider’s tips on how to give your hair a Hollywood makeover minus the massive bill. Behind every celeb and their shiny mane is a team of (very rich) hair stylists who dedicate their days to keeping their client’s hair picture […]

Swapping your regular perfume for a naturally-derived fragrance can deliver more than just a beautiful scent. Formulated with pure essential oils, they can offer holistic wellbeing too, writes Shonagh Walker. Drawing from the age-old traditions of aromatherapy, natural perfumes are attractive for a range of reasons. As well as offering a pretty scent, they actually […]

Your makeup is beautiful, your outfit is stunning and your shoes look incredible — it’s a shame about the hair! Bad hair can ruin a killer outfit so we’ve found 10 clever ways to update your hair in 10 minutes. 1. Cut a fringe A fringe is an easy way to update your style with […]

A US woman provoked outrage across the world last week when she admitted to injecting her eight-year-old daughter with Botox on national television. Kerry Campbell was unrepentant in the interview, claiming her daughter Britney had asked for the anti-wrinkle injections to boost her confidence in child beauty pageants. ”It’s a tough world in the pageant […]

Scarlett Johansson is now scarlet in more ways than one — the actress showed off her new bright red hair at an event over the weekend. The 26-year-old actress is normally blonde, but has dyed her tresses a fiery red. She debuted her new look at the White House Correspondents’ party in Washington DC on […]

Women under the age of 30 are going grey in record numbers and blame it on stress, a new study has claimed. A survey commissioned by haircare brand John Frieda found that almost a third of UK women spotted their first grey hair before their 30th birthday. Twenty years ago, the number of women under […]

A French make-up company has published the world’s first unretouched beauty ad. The campaign for Make Up For Ever’s new foundation appeared in US magazines this week, and marks a refreshing change from the usual flawlessly airbrushed images. In pictures: Beauties who have banned airbrushing The ad features a natural-looking model holding up a camera […]

They say that inner beauty radiates to the surface. But without a warm complexion, smooth textured skin and fewer wrinkles, many of us find it difficult to feel our beauty glow. From ancient Egyptian times women have used cosmetics to beautify themselves and through the ages creams and lotions have been the key to youthful […]

Summer takes its toll on your hair with damage from the sun, surf and sand. Here we show you how to transform frazzled hair into fabulous locks. It can be hard to maintain beautiful, lustrous waves during summer. Says George Giavis, of The Blonde Room, “Curls can become brittle, frazzled and crackly during summer, making […]

After the sun-kissed look? UK researchers have found that eating large amounts of fruit and vegetables can give you that golden glow you are after, the UK’s Daily Mail reported. Lead researcher Dr Ian Stephen, from the University of Bristol said those who ate bigger portions of fruit and vegetables a day had more of […]

The secret to overall wellness and beauty is down to achieving homeostasis, a balance of alkalis and acids in the body. Monique Bolland, owner of Sydney’s Alkaline Spa and Clinic reveals to Anna Warwick all you need to know to glow inside and out. The magic of pH balance For optimum health our bodies need […]

Just because your dad had a double chin doesn’t mean that you will — research suggests that life experiences may outweigh genes when it comes to ageing. It seems that the amount of time that you spent on the beach as a teen with just a bottle of baby oil between you and the sun’s […]

Question I want to get fuller lips but I don’t want to have surgery. Is there anything I can do? Jackie, via e-mail Answer There are two ways to create the appearance of plump, full lips. Firstly, over the top of your normal lipstick, try dabbing a bit of gloss on the centre of the […]

Question: What type of foundation is best suited to each skin type? Jessica Rox, via e-mail. Answer: When it comes to a foundation question, there’s no better person to answer it than Australian make-up artist Rebecca Morrice Williams, who devoted six years to creating her comprehensive range of correcting, perfecting and enhancing foundations and concealers […]

There used to be a rule that as soon as you turned 40, long hair was a no-no. Shorter hair was said to give you a sassier, smarter look, which would take years off your face. But these days, long hair can work on any age – it just takes a little know-how. Says Richi […]

Did you ever watch a Disney film and find yourself empathising with the baddie? Seeing a bit of yourself in Cruella de Vil? Understanding Maleficent? M.A.C has cottoned on to this and brought out the new deliciously devilish, Venomous Villains range. M.A.C has chosen classic dark ladies Cruella de Vil, Snow White‘s Evil Queen, Maleficent […]

After 60 successful years in showbiz, Joan Collins has slammed today’s Hollywood actresses saying that classic Hollywood beauty is over and the public are “starved of gorgeous people”. In an interview with Hello! magazine the 77-year-old said the faces on today’s silver screen have changed dramatically over the years. “When I was young, everybody on […]