Trialling Viviscal as it gets more buzz in Hollywood
When the holidays arrive in Hollywood, you know the award-show season is not far behind. Along with the arrival of up-dos, a new crop of fragrances and glittery eye shadow, as well as red carpet-themed spa packages offered by top hotels, many women’s minds snap into self-improvement mode—and not just in terms of slimming down […]
The Jojoba Company to launch natural skin care range in New Zealand
The Jojoba Company’s natural skin care range, based on pure Australian jojoba, will be released through pharmacies in New Zealand in February. Pure Golden Jojoba, the hero product of the range, is said to nourish and moisturize skin ‘remarkably close to our body’s naturally produced sebum that skin instantly accepts and absorbs it,’ according […]
MAC Aids Fund celebrates NZ$1 million milestone in New Zealand
Top Images from the MAC Aids Fund luncheon in Auckland on November 30. Above left The Lady Gaga MAC Viva Glam lipstick. Above right Cyndi Lauper’s MAC Viva Glam lipstick. The MAC Aids Fund has announced that NZ$1 million has been raised in New Zealand alone, representing 30,000 Viva Glam lip products sold in the […]
Phyt’s releases 100 per cent certified organic skin care range
For 38 years, Phyt’s Laboratories have developed a skin care range that is free of harsh chemicals and proudly certified 100 per cent organic. Hormonal changes such as puberty, pregnancy and menopause, and skin conditions such as eczema, rosacea, or psoriasis can considerably affect skin. The Aqua Phyt range is focused on hydration. […]
Australian Bush Botanics are great stocking-fillers
The Body Collection is an Australian-made product line established in 1992. Its mission is to provide customers with products that are high in quality, innovative yet still very affordable. Its latest range, Australian Bush Botanics, is a true testament to this statement. Their prices range from A$9·95 to A$16·95 with items including soap, hand […]
Hélèna Christensen on climate change: politicians’ ‘groundhog day’ is costing lives
Hélèna Christensen is one of the most active supermodels: today as an Oxfam Global Ambassador and photographer, she is raising awareness of climate change. Through her photography, Christensen has been documenting the plight of villages that are experiencing more extreme weather patterns. Christensen’s photographs will be exhibited in 2011–12 to continue raising awareness […]
Rolex honours five Young Laureates who better our world
Marc Latzel All successful organizations and countries involve their young people in decision-making. Rolex, recognizing that the future lies in youth, has started its Young Laureates Programme, and its five recipients were announced recently at the École Fédérale Polytechnique de Lausanne. The Programme gives young people the financial support and recognition to tackle the […]
New Zealand’s only Miss Universe, Lorraine Downes (above), is partnering with Living Nature to promote natural skin care solutions, it was announced yesterday. Downes begins an Authentic Beauty Tour commencing in Wellington on November 23, continuing to Christchurch and Auckland, before concluding in Hamilton on December 1. Meanwhile, New Zealand TV host Jeanette […]
Our gym’ll fix it: Ace Hotel opens Feel Good Spa
From top The Ace’s pool area, viewed at dawn the following morning: a spectacular setting at the foot of the San Jacinto Mountains. The Laughing Yogi beamed in from LA to offer blessings for the Feel Good Spa. The entry to the gym, easily located by its colourful bar patterns on the windows. The compact […]
Linden Leaves’ Rugby Soap helps Movember
We picked up one of Linden Leaves’ men’s soaps not too long ago and thought very highly of it. Tying in to mood of the moment, the company has released its Rugby Soap on a Rope to support Movember, the campaign where men grow moustaches to support men’s health. The triple-milled vegetable soap is […]
