Beauty

Virgin Australia Melbourne Fashion Festival’s Grand Showcase featuring Camilla was brought to life with L’Oreal Paris and L’Oreal Professionnel on scene to deliver the eclectic combination of glamorous...

We headed backstage to catch a glimpse at the creative L’Oréal team behind VAMFF Runway 3 Presented by Frankie. CLICK HERE TO SEE COUTURING'S COVERAGE OF THE RUNWAY HAIR BY L'OREAL...

The Virgin Australia Melbourne Fashion Festival, is the time of year that fashion people anticipate. It's our version of grand final week if you are that way inclined, except not only do we wait (with bated...

Couturing heads backstage at Virgin Australia Melbourne Fashion Festival 2014’s Runway 2 presented by InStyle to check out all the beauty looks behind the show. HAIR BY L'OREAL...

VAMFF has kicked off and we headed backstage to catch all the action with L'Oreal Paris Make-up Director, Elsa Morgan, and L'Oreal Professionnel Hair Directors, Catarina Di Biase and Brad Ngata, for Runway...

Kookai launched its New York themed Autumn Winter 14 collection last Thursday at Melbourne's Exhibition Buildings featuring the face of the brand, International supermodel, Nicole Trunfio. Behind the...

Admittedly I've been slow on the uptake on hair oils. As a person with an oily scalp, the thought of adding more oil to my hair made me a tad uncomfortable. I let the morroccan and argan hair oil craze pass me...

KEVIN.MURPHY: ROUGH.RIDER Create sculpted looks with KEVIN.MUPRHY’s new strong hold matte clay, ROUGH.RIDER. By combining a mixture of wax with Diatomaceous Earth, made of 89% Silica which stimulates...

Paris Fashion Week has wrapped up and Couturing has the best beauty looks from the AW14 shows. From the makeup and hair to the finely detailed nails, we have you covered. LANVIN A/W14 Wet hair...

TAN Airbrush in a Can. Turbo Lash Wand. These two products are some of the hugely successful and iconic products from Australian brand Model Co. founded by CEO, Shelley Barrett, in 2002. The story...

To celebrate the launch of L’Oreal Professionnel Hairchalk Colour Polish, leading Melbourne hair salon Xiang was the perfect place to hold the launch for this new and innovative product. L’Oreal...

Unfortunately not all of us are blessed with plump lips like Angelina Jolie, but now, thanks to Ellis Faas, you can now emphasis your pout with their new collection Hot Lips. Founded by Ellis Faas who...

Being a brown gal in a white-dominated culture such as Australia has its cons when it comes to beauty products. Shopping for make-up leaves me frustrated as most shades don't go any darker than 'Beige' or...

Acai will be familiar to anyone who is into healthfood, smoothies and clean eating. This berry has enjoyed a quick rise to the top of the must have superfood chain due to its powerful antioxidant...

After sweeping through New York, Fashion Week arrived in London with a bang! Here’s a roundup of some of our favourite glamorous makeup and hair looks direct from the catwalk. Grace The beauty look...

Couturing rounds up the best beauty looks from the 86th Annual Academy Awards. From daring dark lips to sweeping ombre locks, we present our favourite looks from Hollywood’s night of nights! Angelina...

  NARS' new Spring Collection is not for the faint-hearted. Its bold, bright colours will transport you to a tropical paradise where the seas are a crystal clear blue and the sand soft beneath your...

"This is definitely a milestone within modern skincare." - Lars Fredriksson, Creator of Verso Skincare Taking its name from the Latin word for reverse, Verso Skincare promises to literally reverse the...

Speak to many new mothers and they will have heard of the French brand, Mustela. The brand, one of the European leaders in baby skincare, has recently launched its Australian subsidiary, its eleventh in...

Britain has offered the world some fantastic beauty brands, so let’s take a moment to appreciate them. Now that I’m living in England for six months, I figure it’s the perfect time for me to embrace the...

The Modern Muse. Witchery's A/W 14 campaign is all about the Modern Muse and the launch earlier this month showcased some of hottest trends we'll be seeing as we move into winter. To perfect the look off...

Balenciaga has followed the release of its successful fragrance Florabotanica with its second perfume Rosabotanica. Carrying on  the concept created during Florabotanica of being in Balenciaga's 'magical...

Getting the right Beauty look for a runway show can be challenging if the runway show features different designers and colours and styles. Fortunately, the team behind KEVIN.MURPHY and Napoleon Perdis, put...

OPI teamed up with some of fashion's biggest names at New York Fashion Week 2014. Blushy pinks, matte neutrals and cloudy nails popped up on the runways giving us some inspiration for our nails this winter....

With no surprise, New York Fashion Week has shown the world new and incredible fashions with amazing nail trends to compliment . A-class nail company essie worked around the clock to achieve perfect looks and...

Yves Saint Laurent launches Gloss Volupte a totally unique experience with new sense stimulating gloss, the latest in the Volupte family. The new Gloss Volupte is ultra slim, non-greasy, non-sticky and...

The most talked about Grammy's look for 2014 would have to be Beyonce's. Teaming a soft smokey eye with a bold lip and her new cropped do, she took a bold leap from her usual cascading long mane and...

New York Fashion Week has hit once again and left us with a kaleidoscope of beauty ideas. Here’s our pick of beauty looks from this year's NYFW: Natural beauty by Bobbi Brown at Elie Tahari  To...

I know I'm not alone in feeling cynical when I hear about the latest serum, cream, treatment, etc in the battle against anti-ageing. However, those days spent in the sun and in an air conditioned office...

With many makeup brands on the market, it can be hard to find one that not only suits your skin type, but continues to push the boundaries when it comes to innovative and fresh products. Established in...

Looking for a skin treatment that leaves your skin radiant, bright and fresh? Then make sure you try Guinot's Beaute Neuve renewing treatment. If you haven't heard of French brand, Guinot, it is one of...

What's hot this week in the world of Beauty? OPI partners with Coca Cola Nail brand, OPI has announced a collaboration with The Coca Cola Company for its upcoming new limited edition nail lacquers...

Couturing takes you backstage at the 3rd annual AACTA Awards where ELEVEN Australia Creative Director and celebrity hairdresser Joey Scandizzo and styling team created fashion-forward beauty looks. Here are...

Stuck on what to buy your Valentine? Couturing is here to help, with our top fragrances for your special someone. FOR HER Burberry Brit Rhythm for Her Burberry's new fragrance for women is the...

It’s a simple question and yet, bottle after bottle, celebrity fragrance after celebrity fragrance, the art of a custom perfume has been lost. Somewhere in between convenience and economy, the designer...

Sexy and provocative, Brit Rhythm is inspired by the exhilaration and adrenaline of live music and the electricity of the crowd. - Christopher Bailey, Burberry Chief Creative Officer Following the...

International film actress Kirsten Dunst has been announced as the new spokesperson for L'Oreal Professionnel. Awarded Best Actress at the 2011 Cannes Film Festival for her astonishing performance...

Suvana Organic Paw Paw & Honey Balm is a new all-purpose balm, enriched with natural Paw Paw, Cocoa Butter and Honey. Made with certified organic ingredients and 100% petroleum-free, Paw Paw &...

Melbourne's Royal Botanical Gardens lit up last Thursday night with beautifully dressed models floating down the circular catwalk at Guilfoyle's Volcano for the Royal Botanic Runway. Featuring four of...

Thanks to the rise of British period dramas such as Downton Abbey, the English Rose makeup look has been revived with a modern touch. Burberry have released their latest Spring/Summer 2014 collection,...

The stars were out to shine on the red carpet at the 56th Annual Grammy Awards held in LA on Sunday night. Couturing beauty writer Ghadeer chooses the Top 5 Beauty looks from the night. Amber...

It's summer and there are parties and festivals to attend! But it's no excuse to slack off when taking care of your skin even after a tiring day or night out. Built-up dirt that is left from not cleaning...

Looking for something to give your skin a boost? Look no further than Guinot's Beaute Neuve facial treatment, a treatment that brings together the powerful actions of fruit acids and pure vitamin C for a...

Christmas festivities are over, New Years is done and dusted , and 2014 has begun. This time of year is always full of excitement and resolutions, but for some of us, the new year begins with a drawn out...

Couturing catches up with actress Gretal Scarlett, who is currently starring as Sandy in Grease - The Musical, to chat about what's in her makeup bag and her skincare regime as she performs live on stage...

“Eyebrows frame the face”… we’ve all heard it many times before, however how many of us have actually sought advice from a professional brow expert? Well, I can say that I have now, taking some...

Couturing brings you the essential guide for glowing skin with fun, fast and super easy tips. 1. Exfoliate your body If there is one key step , it is to exfoliate your skin. Keep your skin looking...

One of the biggest bloggers in the world, the gorgeous Nicole Warne, aka Gary Pepper Girl isn't short of an offer to front a campaign. She's worked with some of the biggest brands in the world, including...

Flights booked, tick! Travel itinerary, sorted! Stylish wardrobe, packed! Countless adventures await as you embark on a trip to a new destination. All that’s left to organise is the perfect travel makeup...

  In the past decade men have really started taking grooming seriously - I would love to attribute that to the rise of the metrosexual and the gift that was Queer Eye for the Straight Guy (2002)....

Using fake tan is the best way to get that summer glow without damaging your skin with harsh uv rays. Whether you are getting a spray tan or applying it yourself, it is extremely important to prepare your skin...

One of the most popular shows on TV in 2013, The Voice not only introduced us to winner Harrison Craig, but brought to our attention the stunning and talented Kiyomi Vella. With her exotic looks thanks to...

Paw paw cream has become a staple in a lot of women's makeup kits. What people don't know is that while it's good for you, many creams and balms on the market contain petrochemicals and harmful preservatives....

We, at Couturing, rejoice at the launch of Australian owned products. Our latest discovery is boutique makeup brand Curtis Collection By Victoria. This professional quality range is loaded with mineral...

With a myriad of at-home tanning products readily available to us, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed by choice. Selecting the right product can be particularly daunting if you’ve had a prior faux pas or are...

For those of you embracing the party season, you may be the type of person who has their New Years Eve dress organised in November, and thrives on watching their monthly planner rapidly fill up. You may also...

UVA salon has opened its doors with the official launch taking place at the salon's Greville street, Prahran location.UVA Salon is the much anticipated venture headed by renowned hairdresser Marie Uva who has...

Couturing takes the hard work out of picking the perfect beauty gifts for you this Christmas with our top beauty picks! We’ve scoured the cosmetic departments and beauty services to bring you our top picks...

Couturing beauty writer, Thara gives us her list of Top Beauty gifts for men and women this Festive season. WOMEN Bearberry Rejuvenating Set by Laviol $150.00 A beautiful organic skin care set...

Did you draw a colleague for Kris Kringle or are you adding more items to your Christmas check-list than you’re actually ticking off? Have no fear, Couturing is here to help find the perfect gift this...

Couturing writer Simone Pucci gives us her top Beauty picks this Christmas.  FOR HER Body Shop Tin of Coconuts $49.95 This top to toe pamepering gift set has a scent of coconut. The products...

To celebrate Christmas, one lucky Couturing reader has the chance to win a coveted Endota Spa's Never Say Dry Skin Pack. Valued at $100, this pack is the perfect present for a loved one (or...

Classic. Glamorous. Glitzy. All words you think of when you think of old Hollywood. Starlets like Marilyn Monroe, Kathryn Hepburn or Lana Taylor were the epitome of old Hollywood glam. Now you can recreate...

Couturing's beauty writers are picking their favourite Top Beauty gifts for Her and Him this festive season to help you find the perfect gift for your loved ones! Here are Syahmin's top picks for Beauty...

Now I’m no Vidal Sassoon, but if I were to guess, I’d say the average Australian male is buying a tub of hair product ever 4-5 months. If I were to take another guess, I’d say 80% of those males would be...

You may not have heard of Aromababy, but it is a celebrated brand which celebrities have been using on their babies since the brand started in 1994. Created by Catherine Cervasio after a desire to find...

Summer is here! That just means two things - thongs and bare feet on the beach. Worried you've still got your dry skin from winter? Couturing explores ways to get the best feet for summer. Salon...

Summer can wreak havoc on your locks so it’s important to take extra good care of your hair during the warmer season! The heat can make your hair go frizzy and leave you with greasy roots and dehydrated...

As we emerge weary eyed from winter hibernation, the warm weather that greets us is a clear reminder that party season is upon us. It's that time of year for bare shoulders and short hemlines, but don't go...

At Couturing our focus has been on women's and men's skincare, but let's not forget babies! Today we're picking our favourite baby skincare products with the help of some of our extended Couturing...

When you're a new mum, it's sometimes difficult to know what is good for your little one when it comes to skincare. There are thousands of products on the market making it very confusing at...

  Our beloved Mecca Maxima has just launched a new concept store at Westfield Southland shopping centre, and if you love the pre-existing Melbourne Central location, just wait till you lay your...

Defy limp locks with a product that packs a voluminous punch. Over 1 in two women have fine hair, often experiencing lack of body and radiance and find their hair difficult to style. With this,...

500 beautiful black and white photographs of men’s hair styles were plastered on the walls, each begging to be gazed upon and vying to be crowned ‘Star’. The American Crew 'All Star Challenge',...

For all those selfless men who have grown your mo' as a part of Movember, are you looking forward to losing that patchy area of hair? As Movember comes to a close, it’s time to say goodbye to your facial...

Guinot has introduced two new products to its collection. Appropriate for all skin types, the Guinot range welcomes a cleanser 'Lait Hydra Fraicheur' and a refreshing toner 'Lotion Hydra Fraicheur'. Used...

Can you keep a secret? Because we’re about to deliver some juicy hair secrets courtesy of Victoria’s Secret and ELEVEN Australia! There’s no denying that the ‘Angels’ who strut the runway glad in...

Want gorgeous, healthy glossy locks? Alterna Bamboo Shine is your answer! The Bamboo Shine On the Go Travel set aims to brighten up dull hair with shine enhancing organic Indian Gooseberry, and organic...

Re-arranging your spring clothes in your wardrobe to plan for your outings, dates or parties? Couturing helps to pick out six all-time favourite floral perfumes to match your outfits for the new season. 1....

Barbers enjoy a rich tradition dating back to at least the 14th Century in Europe, and for half a millennium, Barbers performed surgery and dentistry in addition to haircuts and shaves. Indeed the...

Fragrances created specifically for your hair have become the latest trend in the fragrance world. Hair perfumes, also known as ‘hairfumes’, are taking the world by storm with high end fragrance companies...

Actress Kristen Stewart is the face of Florabotanica’s new advertising campaign, shot by Craig McDean. The image features Kristen in black and white with colorful floral vines crawling up her bare back and...

Lately I've been favouring the latest trend on the beauty scene: the dark, vampy lip. Perhaps it's my attempt to cling on to what's left of winter before we step fully into the summer brights. Dark lips can be...

It is the moment all beauty gurus have been waiting for, SEPHORA is now available for shipping to Australia! Ever travelled around the US, Europe or Middle East and stock up on beauty products you knew...

Mecca Cosmetica is well known for offering exclusive beauty events for those who take makeup seriously and they certainly delivered with personalised workshops with James Boehmer, the Director of Global...

The Moroccan Oil phase took the beauty world by storm and inspired the creation of new ‘wonder’ oils. Moroccan Natural offeran organic, natural line of skincare, body oils and haircare products that...

Cult nail brand essie has launched a limited edition Summer collection, inspired by essie's home town of New York City and the great cities of the world. With a myriad of pretty colours for your nails...

It's a big week of Spring racing starting this Saturday with the AAMI Victoria Derby Day. To make sure that you have everything covered on the Beauty front, Couturing has some last minute Beauty tips for you...

Spring Racing Carnival is such a great time to bring back some old school glamour or get lady-like for a once a year occasion. We love a classic makeup look regardless of your attire, so here is a Spring...

Breast cancer has touched the lives of many women across Australia with 1 in 4 women being affected by breast cancer. In supporting breast cancer, two of our favourite beauty brands, Bobbi Brown and OPI, are...

As Spring Carnival is upon us, it is not only important to have the right outfit but the right hairstyle to complete your winning race day look. Australian haircare brand ELEVEN Australia and American Crew...

Fashionistas often live by the motto 'dare to be different'; eager to find ways and products that stand out from the crowd and build our strong sense of individualism. Why shouldn't beauty addicts be any...

I can't believe racing season is here again! It feels like only yesterday we were discussing the makeup trends of the season and which fascinators were winners and which were not. The wonderful thing about my...

We are all guilty of using heat styling tools and the effects that they have on our hair are damaging. If these tools are used without protection on your hair, your hair can become flaky and dehydrated which...

KEVIN.MURPHY is hitting high notes on the small screen in Hollywood with the hairstylists of some of our favourite shows, opting for KEVIN.MURPHY's fabulous range of products to use on some of the world's most...

There's the old adage that Beauty comes from the inside out. Sometimes it's easy to forget this mantra, especially with the pace of daily life and availability of great products and treatments. But there is...

Katy Perry has launched her new fragrance, Killer Queen, a strikingly gorgeous fragrance that captures Katy's rebellious spirit throwing convention to the wind. The fragrance was inspired by the 'idea of a...

    Maintenance Regularly maintaining your brows is an absolute must. It's amazing the difference perfect brows can make, widening your eyes and just lending a more polished femininity. I raved...

Calvin Klein has released a new fragrance for her, DOWNTOWN, featuring Rooney Mara as the face of the fragrance. DOWNTOWN Calvin Klein balances feminine woods and a soft, floral scent to create a...

There’s been shimmer and there's been shine, but now there's KEVIN.MURPHY's SHIMMER.SHINE, a perfect match for hair. Containing light-reflective skincare technology, essential oils, bioflavonoids and...