Category: Beauty
DESTINATION BEAUTY: GAIA RETREAT AND SPA, BYRON BAY
You know that scene in the movie Grease (of course you do) where Frankie Valli serenades Frenchy in the “beauty school dropout”…
BALMAIN HARNESSES THEIR ROCKER SPIRIT IN THEIR LATEST FRAGRANCE EXTATIC
“Extatic is the perfect reflection of Balmain fashion: sexy, glamorous, daring… It’s like one of our…
BEAUTY LOVERS REJOICE. MECCA COSMETICA LAUNCHES THEIR SIGNATURE LINE
Direct from the Living Lab of Beauty comes Mecca Cosmetica’s new signature line collection. Cult makeup…
GO-TO SKINCARE BY ZOË FOSTER BLAKE- YOUR NEW DESTINATION FOR SKINCARE
ne of the most anticipated skincare ranges launches today and here at Couturing we’re excited to…
GET THE LOOK: CK ONE COLOR COSMETICS FOR CALVIN KLEIN WHITE LABEL FALL’14 PRESENTATION IN NYC
ck one colour cosmetics created a simple and fresh makeup look for the Calvin Klein White…
GAMES OF THRONES ACTOR KIT HARINGTON HAS BEEN ANNOUNCED AS THE NEW FACE OF JIMMY CHOO
Fans will know him better as the brooding Jon Snow from TV mega-hit Game of Thrones,…
WAKE UP WITH A BIG ONE AT THE BODY SHOP
Yep, The Body Shop‘s latest campaign is titled ‘Wake up with a big one’ and it’s…
BEHIND THE BRAND: ELLA BACHÉ – A UNIQUELY AUSTRALIAN STORY
When I think of Ella Baché, I think of skincare, suncare and beauty therapists. But what…
ILLAMASQUA ANNOUNCES FRANCES CUTRI AS NEW AUSTRALIAN BRAND AMBASSADOR
Couturing Beauty favourite, Illamasqua, has announced Frances Cutri as the British company’s latest Australian brand ambassador.…
BEAUTY NEWS: SHU UEMURA ‘ART OF HAIR’ ANNOUNCED AS OFFICIAL HAIR PARTNER TO AKIRA FOR 2014
Having launched in March of last year, Shu Uemura Art of Hair is celebrating its first…
VAMFF BACKSTAGE BEAUTY: RUNWAY 6 PRESENTED BY HARPER’S BAZAAR
VAMFF Runway 6 presented by Harper’s Bazaar showcased luxury in all forms. The high-end runway showcased…
VAMFF BACKSTAGE BEAUTY: RUNWAY 5 PRESENTED BY COSMOPOLITAN
Runway 5 presented by Cosmopolitan at VAMFF showcased some of Australia’s favourite labels including FINDERS KEEPERS, Cameo, Jaggar,…
VAMFF BACKSTAGE BEAUTY: RUNWAY 4 PRESENTED BY ELLE
Beauty continued to shine on the runway when Elle presented Runway 4 featuring YB J’aime by Yeojin…
VAMFF BACKSTAGE BEAUTY: RUNWAY 7 PRESENTED BY SHOP ‘TIL YOU DROP
The beauty look at Runway 07 at VAMFF could be summed up in one word: cool. The…
KATE UPTON – THE NEW FACE OF BOBBI BROWN
American model and actress, Kate Upton, has been announced as the new face of Bobbi Brown…
HAPPY FIRST BIRTHDAY ELEVEN AUSTRALIA!
It’s been a year since the brand ELEVEN Australia launched its complete range of 16 haircare…
VAMFF BACKSTAGE BEAUTY: CAMILLA GRAND SHOWCASE
Virgin Australia Melbourne Fashion Festival’s Grand Showcase featuring Camilla was brought to life with L’Oreal Paris…
VAMFF BACKSTAGE BEAUTY: RUNWAY 3 PRESENTED BY FRANKIE
We headed backstage to catch a glimpse at the creative L’Oréal team behind VAMFF Runway 3…
VAMFF BACKSTAGE BEAUTY: DAVID JONES OPENING RUNWAY
The Virgin Australia Melbourne Fashion Festival, is the time of year that fashion people anticipate. It’s…
VAMFF BACKSTAGE BEAUTY: RUNWAY 2 PRESENTED BY INSTYLE
Couturing heads backstage at Virgin Australia Melbourne Fashion Festival 2014’s Runway 2 presented by InStyle to…
VAMFF BACKSTAGE BEAUTY: RUNWAY 1 PRESENTED BY MISS VOGUE
VAMFF has kicked off and we headed backstage to catch all the action with L’Oreal Paris…
BACKSTAGE BEAUTY: KOOKAI’S AW14 RUNWAY LAUNCH
Kookai launched its New York themed Autumn Winter 14 collection last Thursday at Melbourne’s Exhibition Buildings…
TRIED & TESTED: HAIR OILS TREATMENTS
Admittedly I’ve been slow on the uptake on hair oils. As a person with an oily…
NEW PRODUCTS: KEVIN.MURPHY’S ROUGH.RIDER, ILLAMASQUA’S GLAMORE COLLECTION, GUINOT’S LONGUE VIE MAINS HAND CREME
KEVIN.MURPHY: ROUGH.RIDER Create sculpted looks with KEVIN.MUPRHY’s new strong hold matte clay, ROUGH.RIDER. By combining a mixture…
PARIS FASHION WEEK AW14: THE RUNWAYS BEST BEAUTY LOOKS
Paris Fashion Week has wrapped up and Couturing has the best beauty looks from the AW14…
BEAUTY AND BRAINS, THE SECRET TO THE SUCCESS OF MODEL CO
TAN Airbrush in a Can. Turbo Lash Wand. These two products are some of the hugely…
L’OREAL PROFESSIONEL HAIRCHALK COLOUR POLISH
To celebrate the launch of L’Oreal Professionnel Hairchalk Colour Polish, leading Melbourne hair salon Xiang was…
GET YOURSELF ‘HOT LIPS’ WITH ELLIS FAAS
Unfortunately not all of us are blessed with plump lips like Angelina Jolie, but now, thanks…
TRIED & TESTED: BROWN SKIN SECRETS HYDRATING SYSTEM
Being a brown gal in a white-dominated culture such as Australia has its cons when it…
ACAI, NOT JUST FOR YOUR SMOOTHIES!
Acai will be familiar to anyone who is into healthfood, smoothies and clean eating. This berry…
GLAMOUR AT LONDON FASHION WEEK
After sweeping through New York, Fashion Week arrived in London with a bang! Here’s a roundup…
CHANNEL YOUR INNER GLAMAZON WITH NARS
NARS’ new Spring Collection is not for the faint-hearted. Its bold, bright colours will transport…
VERSO, THE BEST THING TO COME OUT OF SWEDEN SINCE IKEA
“This is definitely a milestone within modern skincare.” – Lars Fredriksson, Creator of Verso Skincare aking…
MUSTELA – A BRAND WORTH KNOWING FOR YOUR BABY AND FOR YOU
Speak to many new mothers and they will have heard of the French brand, Mustela. The…
THE BEST OF BRITISH BEAUTY BRANDS
Britain has offered the world some fantastic beauty brands, so let’s take a moment to appreciate…
WITCHERY’S ‘MODERN MUSE’ – COMPLETING THE LOOK WITH REDKEN
The Modern Muse. Witchery‘s A/W 14 campaign is all about the Modern Muse and the launch…
KRISTEN STEWART STRIPS DOWN FOR BALENCIAGA’S LATEST FRAGRANCE
Balenciaga has followed the release of its successful fragrance Florabotanica with its second perfume Rosabotanica. Carrying…
BEHIND THE RUNWAY: BACKSTAGE BEAUTY MYER’S A/W14 LAUNCH
Getting the right Beauty look for a runway show can be challenging if the runway show…
OPI NAILS IT AT NYFW14
OPI teamed up with some of fashion’s biggest names at New York Fashion Week 2014. Blushy…
NAIL THE LATEST TRENDS FROM NYFW14
With no surprise, New York Fashion Week has shown the world new and incredible fashions with…
NEW PRODUCT: YSL GLOSS VOLUPTE
Yves Saint Laurent launches Gloss Volupte a totally unique experience with new sense stimulating gloss, the latest…
NYFW14: HOTTEST HAIR & BEAUTY LOOKS STRAIGHT OFF THE RUNWAY
New York Fashion Week has hit once again and left us with a kaleidoscope of beauty…
THE SECRET TO LOOKING YOUNG
I know I’m not alone in feeling cynical when I hear about the latest serum, cream,…
CARGO – MAKEUP TO MOVE YOU
With many makeup brands on the market, it can be hard to find one that not…
TRIED AND TESTED: GUINOT’S BEAUTE NEUVE FACIAL, FRENCH BEAUTY AT ITS BEST
Looking for a skin treatment that leaves your skin radiant, bright and fresh? Then make sure…
NEWS: OPI X COCA COLA, KEVIN.MURPHY STYLES MYER’S A/W SHOW, L’OREAL PROFESSIONNEL LAUNCHES HAIRCHALK
What’s hot this week in the world of Beauty? OPI partners with Coca Cola Nail brand,…
TOP 3 BEAUTY LOOKS AT THE 2014 AACTA AWARDS
Couturing takes you backstage at the 3rd annual AACTA Awards where ELEVEN Australia Creative Director and…
BE MY VALENTINE? TOP FRAGRANCES FOR YOUR LOVE
Stuck on what to buy your Valentine? Couturing is here to help, with our top fragrances…
WHY WOULDN’T YOU WANT TO HAVE YOUR OWN UNIQUE SCENT?
It’s a simple question and yet, bottle after bottle, celebrity fragrance after celebrity fragrance, the art…
TRIED & TESTED: BURBERRY BRIT RHYTHM
Sexy and provocative, Brit Rhythm is inspired by the exhilaration and adrenaline of live music and…
KIRSTEN DUNST – THE NEW FACE OF L’OREAL PROFESSIONNEL
International film actress Kirsten Dunst has been announced as the new spokesperson for L’Oreal Professionnel. Awarded Best…
NEW PRODUCT: SUVANA ORGANIC PAW PAW & HONEY BALM
Suvana Organic Paw Paw & Honey Balm is a new all-purpose balm, enriched with natural Paw Paw,…
BEAUTY LOOKS AT THE ROYAL BOTANIC RUNWAY
Melbourne’s Royal Botanical Gardens lit up last Thursday night with beautifully dressed models floating down the…
DISCOVER ENGLISH ROSE, THE NEW MAKEUP COLLECTION FROM BURBERRY
Thanks to the rise of British period dramas such as Downton Abbey, the English Rose makeup…
THESE EASY CLEANSERS MEANS THERE’S NO EXCUSE FOR SLEEPING IN YOUR MAKEUP
It’s summer and there are parties and festivals to attend! But it’s no excuse to slack…
GUINOT BEAUTE NEUVE FACIAL TREATMENT
Looking for something to give your skin a boost? Look no further than Guinot’s Beaute Neuve…
TOP TIPS FOR POST PARTY BEAUTY RECOVERY
Christmas festivities are over, New Years is done and dusted , and 2014 has begun. This…
WHAT’S IN YOUR MAKEUP BAG: GRETEL SCARLETT FROM GREASE THE MUSICAL
Couturing catches up with actress Gretal Scarlett, who is currently starring as Sandy in Grease –…
TRIED & TESTED: THE BENEFIT OF BROWS
“Eyebrows frame the face”… we’ve all heard it many times before, however how many of us…
FOUR EASY STEPS TO SOFT, SMOOTH SUMMER SKIN
Couturing brings you the essential guide for glowing skin with fun, fast and super easy tips.…
INTERVIEW: NICOLE WARNE FOR PRETTY SHADY
One of the biggest bloggers in the world, the gorgeous Nicole Warne, aka Gary Pepper Girl isn’t…
TRAVEL MAKEUP BAG ESSENTIALS – OLIVIA’S TOP TIPS
Flights booked, tick! Travel itinerary, sorted! Stylish wardrobe, packed! Countless adventures await as you embark on…
WHY CHEMICAL FREE SKINCARE IS A MUST FOR MEN
In the past decade men have really started taking grooming seriously – I would love…
PRE-TANNING TIPS
Using fake tan is the best way to get that summer glow without damaging your skin…
TRIED & TESTED: LITTLE BIRD ORGANIC PAW PAW BALM
Paw paw cream has become a staple in a lot of women’s makeup kits. What people…
TRIED AND TESTED: CURTIS COLLECTION BY VICTORIA
We, at Couturing, rejoice at the launch of Australian owned products. Our latest discovery is boutique…
SUMMER ESSENTIAL: LOVING TAN
With a myriad of at-home tanning products readily available to us, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed…
FESTIVE SEASON MAKEUP PARTY LOOKS
For those of you embracing the party season, you may be the type of person who…
UVA SALON LAUNCH
UVA salon has opened its doors with the official launch taking place at the salon’s Greville…
TOP BEAUTY GIFTS FOR HIM & HER THIS CHRISTMAS: OLIVIA’S TOP PICKS
Couturing takes the hard work out of picking the perfect beauty gifts for you this Christmas…
TOP BEAUTY GIFTS FOR HIM & HER THIS CHRISTMAS: THARA’S TOP PICKS
Couturing beauty writer, Thara gives us her list of Top Beauty gifts for men and women…
TOP BEAUTY GIFTS FOR HIM & HER THIS CHRISTMAS: GHADEER’S PICKS
Did you draw a colleague for Kris Kringle or are you adding more items to your…
TOP BEAUTY GIFTS FOR HIM & HER THIS CHRISTMAS: SIMONE’S PICKS
Couturing writer Simone Pucci gives us her top Beauty picks this Christmas. FOR HER Body Shop Tin…
GIVEAWAY: ENDOTA SPA NEVER SAY DRY PACK
To celebrate Christmas, one lucky Couturing reader has the chance to win a coveted Endota Spa’s…
TOP BEAUTY GIFTS FOR HIM & HER THIS CHRISTMAS: SYAHMIN’S PICKS
Couturing’s beauty writers are picking their favourite Top Beauty gifts for Her and Him this festive…
TRIED & TESTED: ELEVEN’S STRONG HOLD STYLING PASTE
Now I’m no Vidal Sassoon, but if I were to guess, I’d say the average Australian…
BRAND PROFILE: AROMABABY
You may not have heard of Aromababy, but it is a celebrated brand which celebrities have…
PUTTING YOUR BEST FOOT FORWARD THIS SUMMER
Summer is here! That just means two things – thongs and bare feet on the beach.…
SUMMER HAIRCARE: TIPS TO KEEP HAIR LOOKING FABULOUS
Summer can wreak havoc on your locks so it’s important to take extra good care of…
BEAUTY PREP FOR THE PARTY SEASON
As we emerge weary eyed from winter hibernation, the warm weather that greets us is a…
TOP BABY SKINCARE PRODUCTS
At Couturing our focus has been on women’s and men’s skincare, but let’s not forget babies!…
TRIED & TESTED: AROMABABY
When you’re a new mum, it’s sometimes difficult to know what is good for your little…
MECCA MAXIMA HITS SOUTHLAND
Our beloved Mecca Maxima has just launched a new concept store at Westfield Southland shopping…
TRIED & TESTED: KÉRASTASE PARIS RESISTANCE VOLUMIFIQUE
Defy limp locks with a product that packs a voluminous punch. Over 1 in two women…
SOFIA AZORAKOS WINS THE 2014 AMERICAN CREW ALL STAR CHALLENGE
500 beautiful black and white photographs of men’s hair styles were plastered on the walls, each…
MOVEMBER – SHAVE IT OFF WITH AMERICAN CREW
For all those selfless men who have grown your mo’ as a part of Movember, are…
NEW PRODUCTS: GUINOT LAIT HYDRA FRAICHEUR AND LOTION HYDRA FRAICHEUR
Guinot has introduced two new products to its collection. Appropriate for all skin types, the Guinot…
VICTORIA’S SECRET HAIR SECRETS
Can you keep a secret? Because we’re about to deliver some juicy hair secrets courtesy of…
ALTERNA BAMBOO SHINE: ON THE GO TRAVEL PACK
Want gorgeous, healthy glossy locks? Alterna Bamboo Shine is your answer! The Bamboo Shine On the…
SPRING PERFUMES: THE FLORAL EDITION
Re-arranging your spring clothes in your wardrobe to plan for your outings, dates or parties? Couturing…
KINGS DOMAIN
Barbers enjoy a rich tradition dating back to at least the 14th Century in Europe, and…
LATEST TRENDS: ‘HAIRFUMES’
Fragrances created specifically for your hair have become the latest trend in the fragrance world. Hair…
FLORABOTANICA BY BALENCIAGA
Actress Kristen Stewart is the face of Florabotanica’s new advertising campaign, shot by Craig McDean. The…
GET THE LOOK: THE VAMPY LIP WITH ILLAMASQUA
Lately I’ve been favouring the latest trend on the beauty scene: the dark, vampy lip. Perhaps…
SEPHORA PRODUCTS NOW AVAILABLE ONLINE VIA TARAZZ
It is the moment all beauty gurus have been waiting for, SEPHORA is now available for…
MECCA COSMETICA NARS EVENT WITH JAMES BOEHMER
Mecca Cosmetica is well known for offering exclusive beauty events for those who take makeup seriously…
TRIED AND TESTED: MOROCCAN NATURAL ARGAN OILS… PLUS WIN A GIVEAWAY PACK!
The Moroccan Oil phase took the beauty world by storm and inspired the creation of new…
ESSIE: LIMITED EDITION SUMMER COLOUR NAIL COLLECTION
Cult nail brand essie has launched a limited edition Summer collection, inspired by essie’s home town…
BEAUTY TIPS FOR SPRING RACING
It’s a big week of Spring racing starting this Saturday with the AAMI Victoria Derby Day.…
SPRING RACING MAKEUP TUTORIAL
Spring Racing Carnival is such a great time to bring back some old school glamour or…