Beauty

As August comes to a close, not only is the Spring sun starting to break through the clouds, but so are the rainbows on everybody’s lips! Get involved in Liptember this year to help raise much-needed funds...

FUDGE URBAN (L-R) FUDGE Urban Intense Repair for Totured Hair ($18.95), Fudge Urban Sea Salt ($9.95). Image: Ghadeer El-Khub For all we put our hair through – colour processing, blow-drying, curling...

Over the past couple of months I've shared a love-hate relationship with my skin. Perhaps it's been the combination of cooler weather and working in an air conditioned office, which, for drier skin...

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...

Last week, David Jones launched their 2016 Spring/Summer collections and gave us a glimpse of the beauty and fashion that is in store for us next season. shu uemura International chief make-up artist, Mr....

MARC JACOBS DAISY DREAM FOREVER Marc Jacobs has released a new fragrance to his Daisy Dream range, Daisy Dream Forever. Inspired by eternal blue skies, infinitely reaching and never ending, Daisy Dream...

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...

Jurlique is celebrating an amazing 30 years than by doing what they do best— discovering and creating even more pure and potent natural skincare. To mark its 30th anniversary, not to mention...

The Body Shop recently released three new ranges, taking the brand to new heights. The ranges represent a new direction for the brand as it explores new products for its customers. They maintain their...

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...

There’s nothing better than a great tan, and nobody does a better tan than Glow Station. Located in Melbourne’s CBD, Glow Station will leave you with an unbelievably flawless spray tan that is done in only...

If there’s one beauty launch that’s going to get you excited this year, this is it. Becca’s recent collaboration with popular Youtuber Jaclyn Hill, has completely taken the beauty world by storm. But...

The last few Melbourne winters have been tough on us. To fight the cold our indoor heaters get cranked up high sometimes all day and night til our poor skin no longer knows what season has hit. During this...

It's not very often you get up, close and personal with a brand, and when you do, it's amazing how much you learn. Last month, Sarah Busch from Sunday Riley visited Australia to talk about the brand, the range...

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...

SEPHORA today announced it will open its first Melbourne store in the heart of the CBD at Melbourne Central and is set to open its doors before Christmas 2015. This is the second SEPHORA store opening...

In 2015, Kiehl's Australia collaborates with Adopt Change on a campaign that aims to bring awareness to the way we think and discover new modes of forming families. To complement this initiative, Kiehl's...

Marking an impressive 350-colour collection sprawled over three decades, L’Oréal Paris celebrates its 30th Anniversary for Colour Riche lipsticks with the release of seventeen new, breathtaking...

GIORGIO ARMANI LIP MAESTRO - LIMITED EDITION Made with Red Toda pigment - well known for its purity and intensity - this new desirable Lip Maestro 506 has a luminous and saturated fuchsia...

Dry hair can be a problem for many, especially with seasonal changes, styling tool, colouring and the different environments we find ourselves in.  We can all experience dry or limp hair and often search for...

When it comes to winter, it’s not just your skin that you have to worry about drying out. Your hair will need extra attention to ensure it doesn’t get damaged by the change in weather...

If there’s one thing we’re all after as we get older, it’s to age gracefully. So, to keep your skin looking its best no matter what your age, here’s a few key things you can do to help reduce the...

L’OREAL PARIS' INFALLIBLE MATTE FOUNDATION A first for L'Oréal Paris: 24-hour matte foundation that combines extreme hold and absolute comfort. No more cakey complexions with this formulation providing...

Winter wreaking havoc on your skin regime? We sat down with Yasmin Najjar, founder of neoSKiN one of Victoria's most highly respected skin clinics. With a reputation for reliable, accessible and...

We round up some of our favourite new scents. See by Chloe Si Belle This beautifully floral scent is fun and bold. Fun because the scent gives the sense of brightness through its tops notes of neroli...

Australia's very own L'Oréal Paris ambassador, Megan Gale, has been announced as the face of the new L'Oréal Paris Hair Expertise range, a selection of sulphate free products enriched with botanical...

Responding to the demand for natural products, L'Oréal Paris have re-launched their Hair Expertise range, a high performing series of products which are 100% sulphate-free. The new campaign, fronted by...

When it comes to creating the perfect smoky eye, we called the experts to teach us a few tips and tricks to nailing this trendy look. Couturing teamed up with the professionals at L’Oréal Paris,...

Looking to rejuvenate and treat problematic skin? Laser Clinic Australia’s Max RF Facial Treatment could be your answer, and we have FIVE of them to give away! I visited Laser Clinic Australia’s...

Hunter Lab is the newest brand in town for the modern man who wants to look after their skin. Made by men for men, it's an interesting addition to the beauty scene. We spoke to the founders of Hunter Lab to...

Dmitri Papas from Brisbane’s acclaimed PAPAS + PACE Salon was recently crowned ‘Australian Hairdresser Of The Year’ at the 2015 Hair Expo Awards. Heralded as the industry’s leading event...

LASER CLINICS AUSTRALIA Laser Clinics Australia is offering an amazing “Buy One, Get One Free” on all laser hair removal treatments, allowing you to take advantage of incredible savings as a part of...

Whoever came up with the name Miracle Cushion sure knows how to aptly describe this beautiful new product from Lancôme. Described as a product that combines make-up results with skincare benefits into...

Impulse Fragrances launched their overwhelmingly fun, energetic and feminine perfume in a spray last week in Melbourne and Couturing was there to learn the science behind perfumery – and capture the...

Australian-based natural skincare brand The Jojoba Company introduces their latest product innovation: the 100% Natural Australian Jojoba + Rosehip Oil. And the best news is that we have FIVE packs to give...

L'Oreal Paris launches Colour Riche Collection Exclusive Reds - a collection of the most sophisticated matte reds.   Finding the perfect red has never been easier as each shade has been chosen to...

KMS California worked alongside up and coming Australian Designer, Kaliver on their SS16 Collection, a dreamy and enchanging show that revealed a beautiful collection. Optic was unveiled at La Porte...

MARC JACOBS MOD NOIR EXCLUSIVE AT SEPHORA The new Marc Jacobs fragrance, Marc Jacobs Mod Noir is being released exclusively at Sephora on 19 June 2015. The fragrance is a modern return to the classic...

  Now everyone is talking nudes and neutrals, but I know we still love a bright pop lip. Don't we? A high intensity lip will never go out of fashion, but brace yourselves for the new Maybelline NY...

  LANCÔME MIRACLE CUSHION FOUNDATION Miracle Cushion, the revolutionary foundation has arrived at Lancôme. Miracle Cushion is a liquid foundation in a compact, meaning it's a liquid...

Eyes are often said to be the windows to our soul, so you don’t want those windows looking dark and scary every time you wake up! The skin around your eyes is extremely delicate and prone to lines and...

LANCÔME ADVANCED GENIFIQUE YEUX LIGHT-PEARL Lancôme launches the new Advanced Génifique Yeux Light- Pearl Eye Illuminator (20ml, $95) is an eye serum that works to create bigger, more...

Cream contour products are remarkably rare amongst beauty brands, and I have absolutely no idea why. To me, using a cream formula for contouring just makes sense: it looks more natural and the texture lends a...

Pink and pink on pink, with a bit of coffee brown thrown in. Well it can't all be clean and beautiful! It's good to get a little dirty. That's what I think, when I think of frank body. Get naked, get...

One of the hottest collaborations on the makeup scene this year lands in Mecca today. London Fashion Week collaborators since 2012, Christopher Kane and NARS share a passion for vivid colours...

YVES SAINT LAURENT FUSION INK FOUNDATION I'm going to be totally honest. I loved this foundation and I now understand why there were thousands of people on a waiting list for this foundation. It's...

Celebrities have been gracing advertising since it because de rigueur to have a famous face attached to a brand or product. The latest additions to this exclusive celebrity set are Dree Hemingway who is the...

Last month Yves Saint Laurent international makeup director, Lloyd Simmonds, visited our shores as part of the launch of YSL Fusion Ink foundation. Responsible for Cara Delevingne's makeup looks and YSL beauty...

Agence de Parfum and Myer Melbourne hosted their first Seasonal Winter Perfume and Cocktail Master Class last week; the first of many masterclasses to come. Guests were treated to perfume-inspired...

Is your gift bag for Mum still empty? Not to worry, we're here to save you from getting a smack this weekend. Here's our last-minute Mother's Day Gift Guide. endota spa endota spa has indulgent gift packs...

Exfoliation is an absolute must right now and I’m here to tell you why! Winter is looming and with it come harsh weather conditions that can cause havoc to your skin. In preparation for the coming season,...

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The Beauty Jury has voted. We sent the Burberry Curve Lash Mascara to twenty Couturing readers to test and review. Here are the results. Couturing Verdict The Curve Lash’s winning feature is definitely its...

There is something about the ritual of doing a face mask that I love. It just feels decadent. It could be that I love the way the right mask makes my skin feel or, maybe it’s something about the forced ten...

SHU UEMURA x YAZBUKEY shu uemura presents their 2015 spring artist collaboration, joining forces with Paris-based accessory and jewellery designer Yazbukey to create a playfully fun and colourful...

Lancôme's Australian makeup director, Lara Srokowski, has been very busy as of late. Between creating the beauty look for Daniel Avakian at Mercedes Benz Fashion Week Australia to creating some of the...

In the market to change your fragrance? We round up some of the best new perfumes. Balenciaga Balenciaga's latest fragrance is an intriguing mix of vibrant green and woody elements. Lily of the valley...

Makeup mastermind Napoleon Perdis returned to his native Australia to host a series of ‘Beauty to Move You Master Class’ events around the country. An insider look at expert techniques, makeup trends and...

ROMANCE WAS BORN Makeup by Maybelline New York Romance Was Born treated each of their 22 models to an individual makeup look. True to the label’s unique and vibrant aesthetic, each makeup look had one pop...

We continue our coverage of the beauty looks from Day 4 at MBFWA 15. JENNIFER KATE Makeup by Gorgeous Cosmetics Makeup artist, Nicola Burford, created a youthful and coloured look for Jennifer...

Beauty looks on Day 4 at MBFWA 15 saw bold lips, strong brows and the continuation of natural and clean skin. Here is the first part of our run down of what we saw today. KATE SYLVESTER Makeup by...

The rest of the Day 3 at MBFWA15 saw some inspired and innovative looks. Read below to find out more. HAN Makeup by M.A.C Carol Mackie followed the vision of 'monks in Paris' from Han designer...

MBFWA Day 3 stepped it up a notch with amazing beauty looks on the runway equally matching the stunning collections of the designers showing today. MATICEVSKI Image by Christian Blanchard Makeup by...

For their MBFWA show this year, Ellery kept things radiantly fresh and understated in the the Beauty department with tousled ponytails and bright, youthful skin. HAIR BY REDKEN REDKEN Hair Director...

What a day of Beauty. Mercedes Benz Fashion Week really kicked things off today with a bevy of beautiful designers and fashions on the runway. Backstage was as busy as it always is and we were lucky enough to...

With more than 10 shows on at MBFWA Day 2, we wanted to bring you all the coverage from backstage with all the makeup, hair, nail and skin directors so here is our first look at some of the beauty looks...

  WHAT Moroccanoil Hydrating Shampoo and Hydrating Conditioner LIKED This was the first Moroccanoil product I've used at home. My hairdresser is a huge fan and every time I visit...

Following up from Beauty Editor Kath’s favourites last week, I have been itching to share some of my early April Beauty favourites with the Couturing community! Kath and I have headed up Couturing's Beauty...

EVA GREEN IS THE NEW INTERNATIONAL SPOKESPERSON FOR L'OREAL PROFESSIONNEL L'Oreal Professionnel has announced that Eva Greenis its the new International Spokesperson. Known best for her roles as Casino...

Does your makeup bag need an update? We review the latest products from Maybelline. Dream Wonder Fluid Touch Foundation Now, this was my first venture into the latest trend of ultra-light fluid...

Last month Kookai launched its beautiful Autumn/Winter 2015 collection at the Royal Exhibition Buildings in Melbourne. The new collection 'Viva Las Vegas' showcased a tailored symphony of signature body-tight...

Let's face it, what beauty lover doesn't get excited when they hear NARS have introduced some new products. We round up the must haves from the makeup giant's latest offerings. All Day Luminous Weightless...

L-R (Clockwise) - Dermalogica Pure Light 50, Maybelline New York Pumped Up Colossal Mascara, Maybelline New York Master Graphic Eyeliner, NARS Satin Lip Pencil in Majella and ModelCo Face Base Welcome to...

This year celebrates 80 years of French elegance as Lancôme celebrates 80 years since its creation by founder Armand Petitjean. To celebrate a film has been made that charts the iconic images that make up...

Yves Saint Laurent launches its new Fusion Ink Foundation, starting a new chapter in foundation. Yves Saint Laurent’s new scientifically advanced foundation delivers flawless coverage that...

American Crew, the world's leading manufacturer of grooming products for men, hosted their 2015 All-Star Challenge at the new Ozdare Academy in Collingwood on Sunday night. This annual global competition...

ROUGE COCO BY CHANEL Chanel introduces the new Rouge Coco Lipstick. The revamped formula is soft and creamy, making it beautifully wearable.  Enriched with Chanel’s new 'Hydraboost' complex, Rouge Coco...

Benefit Cosmetics' Global Beauty Authority, Annie Ford Danielson, visited Australia recently to help launch the Bold is Beautiful Project that supports local charities by donating $10 from every brow wax at...

  Throughout the month of May, Benefit Cosmetics will be partnering with local charities, Look Good Feel Better, SISTER2sister and Fitted for Work who are dedicated to empowering women and...

Image by Lucas Dawson L’Oréal Paris revealed its latest innovation last night at Sydney's Carriageworks with the launch of the first-ever virtual makeup simulator, Makeup Genius. L’Oréal...

Go-To Skincare has launched Face Hero (30ml, $44.95), a new face oil to hydrate and moisture your skin. Face Hero joins the suite of beautifully formulated Go-To skincare products that were launched in...

REJUVINATE HAIR THIS AUTUMN WITH KEVIN.MURPHY With the departure of the dry heat of summer, autumn is the perfect time to refresh and repair your hair. KEVIN.MURPHY has you sorted and their products will...

Rae Morris and Kenneth Stoddart created sleep and clean lines as part of the beauty look created for the Premium Runway 5 Presented by Harper's Bazaar at VAMFF. We went behind the scenes to find...

VAMFF's Premium Runway 6 Presented by Cosmopolitan was fun, sexy and bronzed. A sun kissed sexy makeup look created by Rae Morris was matched with natural textured voluminous hair, a look created by...

Wrapping up the last show of the night, Couturing headed backstage to capture all the action right before the runway. Read on and follow the journey of Rae Morris and Kenneth Stoddart in creating the looks for...

Seasonal changes can wreak havoc on your skin and hair! So, as we farewell Summer and welcome in Autumn, it’s the perfect time to see what damage the summer season has caused to your hair and show it some...

International skincare expert, Ole Henriksen was recently in Australia to celebrate the launch of his namesake skincare range. The range is available exclusively at Sephora Australia. During his week...

Frankie Magazine brought all sorts of 70s glam to the runway at last nights Premium Runway 2 for Virgin Australia Melbourne Fashion Festival. Couturing headed backstage to catch a glimpse of the creative team...

It's hard to not think of Adore Beauty when we're looking for beauty products online. The site has become one of the best loved Beauty sites in Australia and this year it celebrates 15 years in the business....

We road test two of Maybelline New York's latest products. Master Hi-Light Highlighting Blush and Bronzer Maybelline New York Master Hi-Light Highlighting Blush and Bronzer is a multi-tonal palette...

REDKEN EXPANDS DIAMOND OIL RANGE Redken’s revered Diamond Oil is now available in a new line of products by the New York company. The Redken Diamond Oil High Shine range offers lightweight, high-shine...

Each month I will be providing an exclusive Beauty Tutorial for Couturing readers. I didn't have to think long before deciding on my first lesson! If you are anything like me and you find yourself lying awake...

SACHAJUAN Professional Haircare and Products has been taking the beauty world by storm, featuring in some of the most prestigious cover spreads including Vogue, Elle and Harpers Bazaar worldwide. Launched by...

Searching for the product of skin loving ingredients and a natural makeup look? LUMA Cosmetics is the answer. The new cosmetics line, developed by Australian model Jess Hart, aims to subtly enhance...

She credited with changing the landscape of the makeup industry. When everyone was doing bright blue eye shadow in the 80's, Bobbi Brown was nailing neutrals, when the heavy makeup of the 90's came calling,...

Before Kookai’s spectacular Autumn/Winter 2015 collection, Couturing headed behind the scenes to see what beauty look Napoleon Perdis and L’Oreal Profesionnel had created for the show. Sleek hair and...

The last day of summer in Melbourne has rolled by and if you are anything like me, you will be absolutely devastated that the beach days,  sunny Sunday sessions and relaxing warm afternoons spent...

The number 1 body moisturiser brand and household name in the United States, Jergens hit Australian shores last year giving us the range that is one of America's favourites since it launched in 1901....

No reason to hide. The mantra of the new skin perfecting duo from philosophy aims to encourage you to look in the mirror and see your most confident reflection. The scientists at philosophy have...

Celebrate timeless beauty with makeup master Napoleon Perdis at David Jones this March. Napoleon will be accompanied by this mother, Liana and wife, Soula-Marie as he teaches an exclusive makeup workshop to...