Beauty News

Cult US skincare brand, Glow Recipe Skincare has arrived on our shores and is now available instore and online at Mecca. Proudly paraben-free, sulphate-free, phthalate-free, and cruelty-free, the brand started...

BONDI SANDS LAUNCHES ITS NEW GENERATION SELF TAN, AERO  Leading self tanning innovation, Bondi Sands does what others can’t. As the number 1 selling brand globally, Bondi Sands continues to push the...

BENEFIT COSMETICS 3D BROWTONES Turn your brows pink with this special edition of 3D BROWtones to support Benefit’s global philanthropy program Bold is Beautiful! The magenta shade of 3D BROWtones...

FRANK BODY RELEASE A-BEAUTY SCRUB frank body has launched A-Beauty scrub, a sugar and coffee brightening exfoliator with native Australian ingredients for glowing skin.  Using the best of Australian...

CLINIQUE LAUNCH EVEN BETTER REFRESH HYDRATING & REPAIRING MAKEUP Clinique has launched Even Better Refresh foundation, a full coverage foundation that provides weightless skin-plumping hydration...

LIBERTY BELLE RX LAUNCHES INNOVATIVE "SKINCARE FINDER" After the success of the Liberty Belle Rx skincare range launch in November, Liberty Belle have created the ultimate online skincare finder to help...

SKINCARE MEETS MAKEUP WITH KIEHL’S NEW GLOW FORMULA SKIN HYDRATOR fter dedicated research, Kiehl’s chemists introduce a new 95% naturally-derived 1 formula, Kiehl’s Glow Formula Skin Hydrator,...

WESTMAN ATELIER, THE HOTTEST NAME IN BEAUTY ARRIVES IN AUSTRALIA Top make-up artist Gucci Westman's new makeup line, Westman Atelier, has launched in Australia at Mecca. A thoughtfully-curated line of...

GO-TO LAUNCHES AT MECCA THIS APRIL   Aussie skincare brand, Go-To, set to join MECCA as the newest addition to the Mindful Beauty category. Founded by Australian beauty editor and author Zoë...

  The latest addition to the Liberty Belle Rx range is the super luxe Superstar, an ultra-protective SPF 50+ cream that provides broad spectrum protection against both UVA & UVB exposure. This...

MECCA has announced the much anticipated launch of SUMMER FRIDAYS, available exclusively at Mecca Cosmetica, Mecca Maxima and online at mecca.com.au on the first Friday of Summer, 2018! US bloggers Marianna...

Liberty Belle Rx is the brand on everyone's lips. Created by world renowned Plastic Surgeon Dr Chris Moss together with Andrea Moss and the team of Doctors, Nurses and Dermal Clinicians at Liberty Belle Skin...

CatchLIVE brings you the best skincare and make-up at prices you won’t believe If fighting your way through the hordes of last-minute shoppers to get to the beauty counter this Christmas is already giving...

Kérastase Paris exceeds the limits of hair science with the launch of its Resistance Extentioniste collection. An all-new hair training program, Resistance Extentioniste is specifically formulated to...

CLOUD NINE RELEASE THE NEW CURLING WAND The Cloud Nine Curling Wand creates an infinite number of styles including large curls, tight curls and soft waves - all with a smooth and long lasting glossy...

HUNTER LAB BECOMES THE OFFICIAL SKINCARE PARTNER OF VIRGIN AUSTRALIA Hunter Lab is now the exclusive official skincare partner of Virgin Australia Airlines. Travellers with Virgin Australia, both on...

Goldwell has launched the new Iconic Brunette Collection taking brunette hair looks to the next level of shine and fashion. Salon clients can choose from four new Iconic Brunette looks that convert hair color...

Olay the World’s Number One Female Skincare Brand, introduces the NEW Olay Skin Advisor to Australia. This first of its kind web-based skin analytics platform enables women to better understand their skin,...

L’ORÉAL PROFESSIONNEL'S NEW INTERNATIONAL SPOKESPERSON, ALEXA CHUNG L’ORÉAL PROFESSIONNEL has announced British Fashion icon Alexa Chung is its new International Spokesperson for 2018. A Fashion...

RAE MORRIS LAUNCHING AT MECCA COSMETICA Following on from the global success of the ‘Rae Morris Magnetic’ makeup brush range, leading Australian makeup artist Rae Morris will be launching into Mecca...

DRY &  TEA SALON OPENS AT MYER HIGHPOINT Cult New Zealand blow dry bar and teahouse group Dry & Tea will expand its Australian presence with the launch of salons in premium Myer stores. The...

HOURGLASS COSMETICS AIMS TO BECOME FULL VEGAN BY 2020 Hourglass Cosmetics announced its goal to become fully vegan by the year 2020. Hourglass currently has a predominantly vegan beauty offering...

SEPHORA OPENS AT HIGHPOINT SHOPPING CENTRE ON 2 NOVEMBER Global beauty giant SEPHORA has today announced its next store location, continuing its extensive retail expansion in Australia, opening at...

M·A·C COSMETICS NOW AVAILABLE AT MECCA MAXIMA M.A.C. Cosmetics is now available at Mecca Maxima, enabling beauty lovers with greater accessibility to Australia’s number one prestige beauty...

        BENEFIT'S NEW FOOLPROOF BROW POWDER This velvety smooth brow powder instantly adheres to hair and skin. The 2 shades blend seamlessly for brows that look full but not...

PHILOSOPHY SKINCARE RELEASE 'TAKE A DEEP BREATH NIGHT' “your skin looks like it got a full 8 hours of sleep, even if you didn’t.” philosophy skincare has released 'take a deep breath night'...

Kérastase Paris has created a new vision of naturally luxurious haircare with the launch of the new Aura Botanica collection. A brand-first for Kérastase, Aura Botanica delivers naturally-enhanced healthy...

BOBBI BROWN RELEASES REMEDIES SKIN WRINKLE TREATMENT No. 25   Bobbi Brown has released Skin Wrinkle Treatment No. 25 (rrp $66) the newest addition to the potent Bobbi Brown Remedies...

Mecca Cosmetica has always been the go-to place for beauty aficionados and now there is a new store at Melbourne's Emporium where you can test, trial and shop to your heart's content. The new store is in a...

LANCÔME LAUNCHES VISIONNAIRE CRESCENDO PEEL Lancôme is set to release a new skincare product with a clear ambition to powerfully reverse the effects of time: the unique 2-in-1...

Great news for beauty junkies! One of the largest stockists of our favourite cult beauty brands, MECCA Cosmetica is coming to Emporium Melbourne, unveiling their newest store on June 22.   The...

NIP + FAB SHOTS NIP + FAB have launched new booster shots that will add an instant kick to any skincare routine with very little effort. The new range includes: Glycolic Fix Radiance Shot (30ml):...

frank body Shimmer Scrub frank body’s new limited edition Shimmer Scrub makes every day a no-pants-party, so you can turn weekdays into weekends. A 3-in-1 Coffee Body Scrub with added glow dust to...

BENEFIT COSMETICS LAUNCH THE CHEEK PARADE BLUSH KIT  Benefit’s iconic bronzers and blushes rally together in this limited edition cheek palette. The Cheek Parade blush kit ($99) contains 5 full-size...

Winter is almost here and one of Australian's favourite fashion labels KOOKAÏ launched their A/W17 collection at Melbourne's historic George Ballroom with an intimate, invite-only runway event. KOOKAÏ’s...

NARS TO RELEASE SUN WASH DIFFUSING BRONZER NARS Cosmetics introduces the Sun Wash Diffusing Bronzer for the northern Spring 2017. Innovation meets inspiration in a new powder that defies...

MATRIX BIOLAGE SUGARSHINE - THREE EASY STEPS TO ABSOLUTE BRILLIANCE Matrix Biolage Sugarshine is a new hair pamper system, inspired by skin care, to create exceptional shine with sugar, a natural humectant...

John Frieda Sheer Blonde Brilliantly Brighter Collection Three products tat bring your blonde to life. The range increases the natural luminosity of blonde hair for a natural looking, perfectly blended...

frank body has launched it's latest beauty cult product, a super quick, morning mask will give you the best O glow you’ll ever have. Pop it on your naked face for 5 minutes and experience an...

OPI FIJI COLLECTION  From lush flora and exotic birds to tranquil seas and soft palm-lined sands, Fiji is a picturesque dream destination like no other. The islands' lush, unspoiled natural landscape filled...

M.A.C X CAITLYN JENNER Caitlyn Jenner has fearlessly shared her transition with the world, and her new M.A.C Collection continues that mission by proudly championing all ages, all races and all sexes....

MECCA beauty junkies will have the chance to shop the new Too Faced Sweet Peach Collection before its official launch date, as part of a global pre-sale event on Saturday January 7, 2017. The...

Get virtually made up with the L’Oréal Paris Makeup Genius 2.0. The first ever virtual makeup simulator has been given a boost with a new version of the innovative and very useful app. Since its...

CHLOE MORELLO X CIATE LONDON AT MECCA Beauty junkies rejoice! Chloe Morello, one of Australia's favourite beauty gurus, has joined forces with Ciaté London to deliver a killer collection of her...

Beauty junkies across Melbourne are gearing up for the launch of the biggest Mecca Maxima store ever, with the impressive 400 square metre large-format space set to provide a beauty-full new and interactive...

shu uemura RELEASE LIMITED EDITION TOKYO DOLL EYE AND CHEEK PALETTE shu uemura introduces a new limited edition Toyko Doll Eye and Cheek Palette ($128). With 10 easy-to-use shades that create two Tokyo...

After three years of trade via their e-commerce store, Australian coffee skincare company, frank body will launch its first ever retail partnership this month, with fellow Melbourne beauty empire,...

SEPHORA Australia announced today that it will open its sixth Australian store at Chadstone Shopping Centre, The Fashion Capital, in October 2016. With this launch, the beauty giant, owned by LVMH, will...

MODEL CO'S TAN-TOX COFFEE BODY SCRUB Scrub away Winter skin to reveal brighter, younger skin cells by regularly exfoliating using ModelCo Tan-Tox Coffee Body Scrub (rrp $15) all over your body for a...

Beauty aficionado's listen up! MECCA is set to unveil a new look MECCA beauty space within the Myer Melbourne Bourke Street store tomorrow Saturday 23rd July, with the major refurbishment to showcase the...

LUMIRA X THE COOL HUNTER In what can only be described as a match made in design heaven, this month will see the launch of a collaboration between luxury lifestyle brand, Lumira and Melbourne’s...

NYX PRICELINE GRAND OPENING THIS SATURDAY 16 JULY The cult favourite makeup brand with unique products that cater to the new generation of makeup junkies, NYX Professional Makeup is set to launch...

VIKTOR AND ROLF CELEBRATE RELAUNCH OF FLOWERBOMB For the first time in 10 year VIKTOR & ROLF are brinign the visual to life. The new digital film for the relaunch of the beautiful Flowerbomb...

Swisse Skincare is leading the innovation around natural skincare - introducing five new products into its popular face and body range. Swisse, who believe using natural products containing...

Inspired by the original Marc Jacobs SPLASH collections, four crisp limited edition fragrances bring a splash of the indulgent yet light hearted spirit of Marc in sleep, square bottles. Each splash comes in a...

L'OREAL PARIS MAGIC RETOUCH INSTANT ROOT CONCEALER SPRAY   L’Oréal Paris has launched the new Magic Retouch, their first instant root concealer. Women are now 3 seconds away from flawless...

BOBBI BROWN LAUNCH NEW LONG-WEAR EYE COLLECTION Bobbi Brown introduces the Long-Wear Eye Collection, featuring all-new and best-selling essentials that stay put. Featuring a brand new Long-Wear Brow Gel...

BENEFIT RELEASE NEW HOOLA PRODUCTS FOR MAXIMUM BRONZING Award-winning Hoola matte bronzing powder has been a cult-fave since it launched over 15 years ago. Now this famously natural- looking...

Building on next-generation augmented reality technology, Sally Hansen is transforming the shopping experience with the new ManiMatch mobile app. Users can generate personalised-for-your-skin-tone...

You might not have heard of Liz Kelsh but you would have definitely seen her work. With over 20 years of experience in the make up industry, Liz has captured the hearts of a long and worthy list of celebrity...

THE BODY SHOP OILS OF LIFE INTENSELY REVITALISING SLEEPING CREAM     The Intensely Revitalising Sleeping Cream is the newest edition to The Body Shop’s much loved Oils of Life range...

As summer comes to an end and Autumn rolls around, it’s important to re-think your haircare routine and place a focus on hydration and nourishment. Over summer I’m guilty of relaxing my haircare routine....

MAYBELLINE NEW YORK VOLUM' EXPRESS COLOSSAL GO EXTREME LEATHER BLACK MASCARA The new Volum' Express Colossal Go Extreme Leather Black mascara is the latest addition to the great mascara range from...

ghd LAUNCHES ADVANCED SPLIT END THERAPY ghd the experts in heat styling, introduce the new ghd advanced split end therapy, so you can wave goodbye to damaged ends and hello to sleek, smooth and...

One of the world’s leading ethical businesses, The Body Shop, have last night released an new and exciting global strategy to further their commitment to becoming the world’s most ethical and sustainable...

BURBERRY BEAUTY Burberry have released two gorgeous new products to their Beauty collection for all you beauty aficionado's out there.   Burberry Eye Colour Contour Pen...

Derek Zoolander and Kiehl's have opened the Derek Zoolander Centre for People Who Don't Age Good (DZCFPWDAG) in New York City where you can air kiss aging goodbye with The Center’s patented 6.5 step...

Finding the perfect present can be difficult if your significant other is a beauty lover but you can’t tell the difference between a lipstick and a lip-gloss. But don’t worry, because we’ve got you...

When it comes to buying a Valentine's present for the main man in your life, a beauty-related gift may not be the first thing that comes to mind but that’s definitely not to say that he wouldn’t love one....

Ever thought of becoming a brand's National Makeup Designer and pursuing your dream of creating the most beautiful looks for runways and campaigns? Well then make sure you enter L'Oreal Paris Australia search...

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When it comes to skincare and beauty, I must admit I was a little late to the party. Throughout school, I never wore makeup (something that really showed in my terrible formal photos which I hope never...

  She’s a global symbol of friendship and fun. She made cuteness a culture in Japan and a fashion imperative everywhere. Hello Kitty® is a pop icon with fans ranging from four to forever,...

It's getting hot out there and with only a few days left before we officially mark the start of my favourite season, Summer!  It means spending more time outside with friends and family at BBQs and...

There’s a better way to get that golden glow this summer. Fake it with safer bronzers and sunless tanners that are faster and can achieve results that are just as beautiful as the real deal. Couturing caught...

Spring has well and truly sprung and Summer is around the corner, so  it’s time to bring out the brighter shades for these warmer months. From a subtle tint to a bright pop of colour, here are 5 lip...

frank body has released a delicious duo of products that are great for your lips! A natural, caffeinated duo that gently buffs away dry skin and smoothes lips to reveal a soft, supple pout. Using...

Innovative design, state-of-the-art services and exclusive brands offer the ultimate beauty experience at Melbourne Central, the heart of Melbourne’s CBD shopping precinct SEPHORA will open its first...

Everyone has a skin story. My skin story really begins in my mid teens. I grew up blissfully unaware of everything to do with beauty. A combination of being a bit of a tomboy and having a mother that...

  This holiday season, you can give the perfect gift and also help a great cause by purchasing the Heart of Gold duo from Mecca who are donating 100% of the proceeds from this beautiful set to The...

Matte lips have been one of the top beauty trends as of late and there’s good reason why. They don’t transfer like creamy lipsticks often do, your hair won’t stick to them and a longer-wearing formula...

Beauty EDU and David Jones have partnered to create a beauty education course like no other, with the launch of a state-of-the-art Beauty EDU campus inside David Jones’ new look Eastland store. Beauty EDU...

The Melbourne Spring Racing Carnival is coming up, where people all around the world come to celebrate the best thoroughbred racing in the Southern Hemisphere. Although this is a sporting event, we all know...

MARY KAY Escape to paradise with Mary Kay's new Paradise Calling collection. Delight the senses with the addictive coconut-scented Moisturising Spray Lotion, which refreshes the face and keeps your skin...

Looking for the ultimate "I just got out of bed makeup look" think dewy skin, with slightly flushed cheeks? Look no further. Makeup artist Cynthia Smyth breaks down how she created the natural beauty look for...

BENEFIT COSMETICS Benefit Cosmetics is keeping cute this October with the release of some exciting new products! Defend your delicate eyelids from environmental stress with the new Air Patrol BB cream...

Clinique is one of the most iconic beauty brands in the world today. We were excited to find out that they are now stocked at one of our favourite online retailers Active Skin, so to celebrate we rounded up...

The hottest name in tanning is James Read. If you haven't heard of him, you may have actually seen his work. James is responsible for natural sun kissed looks on Ellie Goulding, Cara Delevigne, Rita Ora,...

PUREOLOGY PUREOLOGY introduces Colour Fanatic Instant Deep-Conditioning Mask to its highly-acclaimed range of ‘serious colour care’ products. This multi-tasking genius goes beyond basic nourishment and...

L’Oreal Paris recently launched their new Hair Expertise range, a premium sulphate-free range that is enriched with natural botanicals for optimal care for hair. The range features a variety of customised...

Spring is finally here and that means out with the old and in with the new.When it comes to clothing, we’re generally pretty good at getting rid of anything that’s no longer in season, showing signs of...

INIKA INIKA Cosmetics, available at www.inika.com.au. Image: Ghadeer El-Khub INIKA cosmetics are a trusted organic Australian brand, perfect for stylishly natural women everywhere. Introducing us to a...

REDKEN 5TH AVENUE - ONE UNITED Redken takes multi-tasking to a whole new level with the launch of new One United All-In-One Multi-Benefit Treatment! Everyone’s hair has a unique texture and with...

When it comes to online beauty buying, it can be a daunting task. Sure, we all love the convenience of shopping from home, but without knowing exactly what you want, or being able to try before you buy, how do...

Natura Siberica, a new organic beauty range for body and hair, has launched this month in Australia. Originating from Siberia the products are formulated with unique Siberian ingredients including...

THE OUTNET will for the first time launch an exclusive beauty store come 25thOctober 2015 - just in time for the gifting season. Working with sister site NET-A-PORTER, THE OUTNET has sourced 18...

  Beauty has no age and we should learn to embrace our own beauty as we grow older.  Lancôme Australia have launched their Love Your Age campaign, a befitting campaign that celebrates beauty at...

LAURA MERCIER Create a perfectly sculpted face with new palettes from Laura Mercier, allowing you to play with light and shadow to enhance every dimension of your face. The Flawless Contouring Palette ($69)...

PUREOLOGY The experts in hair colour care at PUREOLOGY introduce the  innovative Cleansing Condition range. Offering an alternative to harsher shampoos that can accelerate colour fading and aggravate the...

The Body Shop launched a revolutionary range of products at a glamorous launch in Gordon Bay last Thursday night. VIP guests and media were invited to the beautiful private residence overlooking the bay...