Beauty

One of the most recognisable faces in Australia and the world — and our beautiful cover girl for our March issue, Megan Gale gives us a 60 second insight into her busy life! How does it feel to have graced the catwalk for the very last time? A: It obviously was a case of mixed […]

She’s a woman who has already seemingly had it all in life; natural beauty, brains, a soaring modelling career and a gorgeous man by her side. But, after stepping off the catwalk for the final time in February, Megan Gale has her whole life ahead of her and some exciting new opportunities to boot! We […]

David Jones last night launched its new Winter 2008 Collection in a spectacular Tokyo-inspired setting, featuring some of the country’s most innovative and talented fashion designers. But stealing the limelight throughout the event was stunning David Jones Ambassador, Megan Gale, who celebrated her final season on the runway after seven years with the Australian fashion […]

Everyone experiences daily hair loss to some degree — it’s part of the normal hair cycle, which goes through growth and resting phases. According to David Salinger, director of the International Society of Trichologists (hair and scalp specialists), we lose an average of about 60 to 70 hairs each day. While this is completely normal, […]

Question I want to stay out of the sun this summer, but still want to have a bit of colour. How do I use fake tan and make it look natural? Eleanor, via email Answer Start by choosing the right shade for your skin colour. Don’t go for “dark” or “deep” shades if your skin […]

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. […]

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 starting a job that requires I wear make-up, but my skin is really sensitive — I get puffy eyes from eyeshadow and itchy lips from lipstick. Can you suggest make-up I can use? Suzanne, Ryde, NSW Answer: Mineral make-up would be ideal for your skin. It’s made from pure minerals such as mica, […]

Question: My hair is very oily and I have a flaky scalp. How can I stop this? Liliana, Auburn, NSW Answer: This sounds like a classic case of dandruff and, although you can’t completely cure it, you can keep it under control. Researchers now think dandruff may be caused by a yeast-like fungus called malassezia. […]

Question: I’ve tried many foundations and I always have the same problem. The nose area becomes shiny and has a blotchy look. What am I doing wrong? Michelle, Lara VIC. Answer: Preparation is essential. Start with a regular skincare regimen of cleansing, exfoliating and moisturising. Exfoliating will help to minimise uneven, flaky skin and maximise […]