Category: skincare

Beauty Masterclass: 6 CLEVER WAYS TO MAKE YOUR EYES POP

Follow this step-by-step video tutorial for bigger, brighter eyes that stand out beautifully.

Our eyes attract immediate attention, so it’s a good idea to have a few make-up tips and tricks up your sleeve for a striking yet youthful and wide awake look. Your journey to bigger and brighter eyes starts here.

1. Add Primer To Your Lids

Start the process by prepping your eyelids with a lid primer or pat on a little pressed powder. This creates a smooth base that provides grip for the products that follow, ensuring they stay put all day. Avoid priming your lids with concealer, foundation, or any other products containing oil, as this can cause your make-up to smudge or move around during the day.

2. Add Dimension To Your Crease

Contouring isn’t exclusively for your cheekbones – this technique can also be used on your eyelids to add dimension. For the best effect, use a soft, fluffy brush to sweep on a matte eye shadow in the same shade as your skin tone along the crease of your eyelid. Next, apply a darker taupe shade in an arc along the crease, starting at the corner of the lower lash line, gently blending the eye shadow along the way. This will create depth, which is key to making your eyes pop!

3. Apply A Highlighter To The Lid, Inner Corner And Brow Bone

Highlighter is one of the best tricks around for opening up your eyes, creating an appealing, wide-eyed look. Use it on your brow bone to give the illusion of ‘lifting’ your brow, on the inner corners of your eyes to open them up, and on the centre of the lid to brighten your eyes.

4. Curl Lashes using An Eyelash Curler

An eyelash curler is a must. It makes a big impact by lifting the lashes, making your eyes appear larger and more alert. Although it might look like a surgical tool, a lash curler is quite simple to use. Place your upper lashes between the two sides of the lash curler (keeping eyes open), then position the curler as close as possible to your eyelid without pinching your skin, starting at the inner corner of your eye. When your lashes are tucked inside, gently clamp the curler together. Hold for ten seconds, moving outward to curl the entire lash line. Repeat if necessary.

5. Coat The Top And Bottom Lashes With Mascara

To further define and open eyes, apply two or three coats of mascara along the upper and lower lashes. For extra oomph, apply an additional coat near the centre of the upper lash line.

6. Lighten The Waterline With A Neutral Eye Pencil

While black liner inside the lower eyelids will make your eyes look smaller, a brightening neutral shade will open them by creating the illusion of extending your whites. A white eye pencil can also be used, but the more neutral fleshy tones provide a natural finish and help conceal any redness too.

Videographer: Roice Nel. Hair & make-up: Renee De Wit/Gloss. Model: Morgan/Boss Models. Production: Leila Petersen.

BEAUTY MASTERCLASS: 6 EASY STEPS FOR LUSCIOUS FULLER LIPS

Follow this simple, step-by-step guide for plumped up lips in a flash.

Want to know how to make your lips look bigger with minimal effort? Sure you do. We show you how to work your magic with make-up to create the illusion of a full, youthful-looking pout.

1. Moisturise with a luxurious balm

Start the process with a hydrating lip balm to plump up your pout and create a smooth base for the lip-enhancing products to follow.

2. Outline your lips with a concealer

This will help define your lips, making them pop out more to create the illusion of fuller lips.

3. Apply Highlighter To Your Cupid’s Bow

You might be familiar with the beauty-enhancing benefits of highlighter for your cheekbones but did you know that it works wonders for your lips too? Adding a little highlighter to your Cupid’s bow – the dip above your upper lip – will instantly make them appear bigger, thanks to its light-reflecting effects.

4. Line And Fill With A Lip Pencil

One of the easiest ways to make your lips look bigger is to line them with a lip pencil. Pick a liner one or two shades darker than your natural lip colour, and apply it just outside the natural line of your lips (be careful not to overdo it, you want to keep the look natural). Once the outline is done, fill your entire lip area with the pencil.

5. Apply A Highlighter to the centre of your lips

To further enhance your lips and add dimension, dust the centre of both lips with a highlighter.

6. Use A Nude Lip Gloss

Finish off with a slick of nude or pale-pink gloss. Lighter shades are preferable to darker ones, which tend to make lips appear smaller. Alternatively, apply the gloss to the centre of your lips only, for an attractive lip-highlighting effect.

Videographer: Roice Nel. Hair & make-up: Renee De Wit/Gloss. Model: Morgan/Boss Models. Production: Leila Petersen.

How To Winter-Proof Your Skin

Dry, cold weather can be really harsh on the skin we have nurtured through the summer. These tips will winter-proof your skin

Like your wardrobe, your skincare routine should change with the weather. These simple adjustments and product changes will help keep your skin protected, nourished and radiant as the winter chill sets in. 

SWITCH TO A HYDRATING CLEANSER

Replace your gel or foam cleanser with a cream cleanser, for a gentle but deep clean that won’t compromise the skin’s barrier or strip it of its natural oils.

UP YOUR MOISTURISER GAME

Biting winds, cold air and indoor heating suck the moisture from your skin. Replenish parched skin with an ultra-hydrating moisturiser. Look out for rich formulas containing fatty acids and ceramides to lock in moisture and maintain the skin’s protective barrier.

GET SERIOUS ABOUT SERUMS

If you’re not already using a serum, now’s the time to start. Because serums are often thinner and more concentrated than moisturisers they penetrate deeper into the skin’s surface, increasing moisture levels and boosting your complexion. Look out for elixirs with ultra-nourishing and brightening ingredients such as hyaluronic acid and vitamin C.

TOP UP YOUR OIL

A good facial oil does wonders for the skin in the winter. Whether you apply a few drops before your serum in the evening, or mix a bit with your primer or foundation in the morning, the essential oils in these powerful blends will smooth your complexion and lock in moisture.

EXFOLIATE, BUT NOT TOO MUCH

Revive a dull complexion and get back your glow with a gentle exfoliator. Use a mild formula about once a week to avoid skin damage from over-zealous scrubbing. 

SLEEP ON IT


The skin repairs itself naturally overnight, so slather on a night-time treatment specifically designed to support, boost and mimic the skin’s repair process, to get the most out of your beauty sleep.

APPLY A MASK

Face masks are packed with hydrating ingredients, antioxidants and vitamins that are essential for nourished, healthy-looking skin. Use regularly for a radiant complexion.

OPT FOR HYDRATING MAKE-UP 

Your make-up also needs an upgrade during winter. A hydrating foundation is key to help combat the dehydrating effects of harsh weather conditions and keep your make-up looking flawless.

NOURISH YOUR LIPS

Prevent dry, chapped lips by paying special attention to your mouth area. Tinted balms offer a lively shot of colour with a blend of antioxidants, shea butter and oils to protect, repair and restore lips.

DON’T SKIMP ON BODY LOTION

It may be tempting to totally skip body lotion during winter because your skin won’t be showing anyway, right? Wrong. It’s important to maintain moisture levels in your skin even if it won’t see the light of day for the next few months. Remember, it’s far easier to protect your skin in winter than it is to bring it back to life in spring.


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These rose-infused skincare products are perfect for the month of love

Rose-infused skincare products for silky-soft, sweet-smelling skin.

Since it’s the month of love, it’s only fitting that we turn to skincare products imbued with the most romantic and delicate bloom – the rose. Boasting powerful antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties, rose extracts tackle multiple skincare issues, including dehydration, dullness and sensitivity. Stop and smell the roses this year with these skin savers.

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The Drop: February’s new beauty products

We’re here to let you know about the best beauty launches this month including Elizabeth Arden, Clinique and Chanel!

The start of the new year is the perfect time to refresh your beauty arsenal. These new lust-worthy beauty drops are topping our list.

CLINIQUE
Even Better Refresh  
470
With its winning formula combining advanced skincare with full coverage, Clinique’s Even Better foundation has been a phenomenal success. Then came Clinique Even Better Glow, an oil-free formula containing luminising pigments for maximum radiance-boosting coverage. Now the beauty house is at it again, with the launch of Clinique Even Better Refresh. This long-wearing, full-coverage foundation diminishes fine lines and wrinkles for a silky-smooth, moisture-rich glow. Yes, please!

CHANEL

Chance Eau Tendre 50ml EDP  
1615 
A more floral and feminine take on Chanel’s original Chance fragrance, Chance Eau Tendre opens with fresh and fruity grapefruit-quince accords, followed by heady jasmine and romantic rose notes, with an irresistible blend of white musk rounding off the scent. This truly nostalgic fragrance will delight your senses and leave you dreaming of love.

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BENEFIT
Roller Liner Liquid Eyeliner  
375  
Benefit’s new matte liquid liner is just what you need to create the latest hot eye make-up looks. It comes with a precision felt tip for sharp lines and super-smooth application, and the long-lasting formula promises to stay put for up to 24 hours. 
ELIZABETH ARDEN
 Love Heals Eight Hour Cream Skin Protectant 299 & Love Heals Eight Hour Cream Lip Protectant Stick Sunscreen SPF 15 235
This year Elizabeth Arden’s iconic multitasking beauty balm celebrates its 88th anniversary. To help mark this milestone the brand has partnered with internationally acclaimed muralist James Goldcrown, best known for his Insta-famous #lovewall, to create a unified message of love and healing through the new Limited Edition Love Heals x Eight Hour® Collection.
REVLON
Kiss Plumping Lip Crème  
99.95  
Get the perfect pout with Revlon’s latest lip innovation. Formulated with Volulip, a special patented ingredient that visibly enhances the size of your lips, this creamy balm provides a smooth, plumped-up finish that’s lightweight and long lasting. 
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SISLEY
Sisleÿa L’Intégral Anti-Age Firming Concentrated Serum 
6360  
Luxury French beauty brand Sisley has added a new product to their L’Intégral Anti-Age range. The Firming Concentrated Serum doesn’t come cheap, but it does promise to boost skin’s elastin production for a firmer, younger-looking complexion – an investment worth making for sure!

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Beauty Masterclass: How To Fake The JLo Glow in 5 Easy Steps

Glowing skin for the win! Try these five easy skincare and make-up steps that will bring out your inner Jennifer Lopez.

Fact: we all want glowing skin à la Jennifer Lopez. Beauty editor Leila shares the best ways to get the JLo glow in five easy steps. 

STEP 1. START WITH AN ILLUMINATING MOISTURISER AND PRIMER

Massage clean facial skin with an illuminating moisturiser and then primer to hydrate and plump, creating the perfect radiant canvas.

STEP 2. APPLY A LIGHT, SILKY FOUNDATION

Choose a foundation that offers light yet luminous coverage for an extra layer of radiance that won’t weigh you down.

STEP 3. COVER DARK CIRCLES AND BLEMISHES WITH CONCEALER

To further create a flawless and dewy complexion, use a concealer to cover up unwanted blemishes and persistent dark circles.

STEP 4. ADD HIGHLIGHTER

Highlighter is the most important ingredient to creating the ultimate glow. The rule of thumb is to apply it to the areas of your face that the sun would naturally hit: the tops of your cheekbones, the bridge of your nose, the Cupid’s bow, and your chin. Another key area to highlight is the inner corner of your eyes; this will instantly brighten them.

STEP 5. FINISH OFF WITH A GLOSSY SHINE

Take your glow to the next level by layering some clear gloss or a shiny balm over your lids and lips.

Videographer: Roice Nel. Hair & make-up: Renee De Wit/Gloss. Model: Lovis Lena/Ice Genetics. Production: Leila Petersen  

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NEW YEAR, NEW BEAUTY RULES

Sometimes we need rules to follow in order to make good decisions. Start off your new year with these beauty guidelines.


There are levels to this beauty game. Take yours up a notch and kickstart the new year with these go-to beauty rules to help you stay on track.

Get to Know Your Skin Type

Start off with identifying your skin type. Is it dry, normal, oily, acne-prone, sensitive or ageing? Knowing your type is the first step to understanding your skin’s needs, and selecting products that help it look its best. Chat to a beauty consultant or visit a dermatologist to have your skin properly analysed, so you can follow the most effective routine.

Double Up Your Cleansing

Cleansing is the foundation of a solid skincare routine, removing all the sweat, grime, make-up and pollution that builds up during the day. While cleansing once is good, cleansing twice is better. Double cleansing, as it’s called, ensures the product penetrates deeply into your pores, leaving your skin clean and clear. First use an oil-based cleanser to remove grease and dirt, then follow with a water- or gel-based cleanser.

Use SPF Daily, Throughout The Year

So many of us use our SPF only when the sun is shining; but don’t be fooled – even when the sun is hidden by clouds or blurred by rain, it still emits powerful UV rays that cause skin damage. Be resolute in applying SPF no matter the weather, to help prevent cancer, ageing, pigmentation and sunspots.

Excel at Exfoliation

Want better, brighter, smoother skin? Of course you do! Regular chemical exfoliation is the answer. The active ingredients in chemical exfoliants slough away the dead skin cells that make your complexion look dull, restoring the natural radiance of your skin.

More Masking

No longer considered an occasional indulgence, frequent masking is now highly recommended. Aside from the fact that you’re forced to relax while it’s on (a big benefit in itself), the right mask for your skin type will really boost the quality of your skin. A hydrating mask helps to seal in moisture, while a cleansing mask unclogs pores and decongests the skin. 

Repair Your Hair

Looking after your hair is equally important as looking after your skin. Daily exposure to styling, washing, drying, curling and straightening can take a major toll on your tresses. Restore overworked strands to peak condition by regularly trimming and treating it with a nourishing hair mask or conditioning treatment.

Try a New Trend

It’s easy to fall into a monotonous make-up routine, sporting the same look with the same products every day. Make 2019 the year to try something new – be it experimenting with various eye shadow shades, trying a bold colour on your pout, or even just wearing a new blush shade. Step out of your comfort zone and your confidence levels will soar.

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What’s the big deal about retinol?

Retinol is one of the biggest buzzwords in beauty thanks to its anti-ageing effects. Here’s how to add it to your skincare routine.

On the quest for great skin? Find out why retinol is the answer to your most pressing complexion concerns – plus meet some of our favourite retinol-rich super products.
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WHAT IS RETINOL?

Retinol (also sometimes found in ingredients lists as ‘retinoids’) is a derivate of vitamin A, which is the key nutrient for boosting cell turnover in the body. When applied topically, this powerhouse ingredient promotes skin renewal, brightens the complexion, smooths and refines the skin’s surface, reduces acne and boosts collagen production. It’s an effective solution to most of our skincare woes, so it’s not difficult to see why so many beauty houses are adding it to their products.

WHY USE RETINOL?

As you age, your skin’s cell turnover rate slows down, causing it to appear dry, dull and wrinkled. Unlike most topical products, retinol is able to penetrate the skin deeply enough to be effective at a cellular level, assisting the regeneration process. If used consistently over time, it’s able to resurface and transform your complexion.

WHEN TO USE RETINOL

Incorporate retinol into your skincare regimen gradually, as this powerful ingredient causes cells to shed faster than normal, which can make skin sensitive initially. Start with a gentle formula, using it twice a week as part of your night-time routine. This will give your skin time to get used to the product. It’s important to use retinol products at night rather than during the day, as retinol breaks down in sunlight. You should also invest in a good-quality sunscreen, if you’re not already using one, as the faster cell turnover will make your skin more susceptible to UV rays.

OUR RETINOL HEROES

Ready to start using a retinol-infused elixir? We thought so. Here are a few of our favourite products, and why we love them.

ELIZABETH ARDEN
Retinol Ceramide Capsules Line Erasing Night Serum 60 Capsules
965
These mono-dose capsules are ideal as they dispense the perfect amount of product, so you can be sure you’re not overdoing it, leading to sensitivity.


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DIOR
One Essential Skin Boosting Super Serum 30ml
1585
This hard-working serum not only targets environmental toxins like pollution, but also protects the skin from indoor toxins, including glue, varnishes and radiation from electronic devices, too.

ESTÉE LAUDER
Advanced Night Repair Synchronized Recovery Complex II 30ml
890
This super serum already has a major cult following, and it’s not difficult to see why. Working with the power of the skin’s natural recovery process while you sleep, it promotes night-time purification that helps reduce the visible signs of ageing.

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 FILORGA
Meso+ Absolute Anti-ageing Serum
1010
Combining some of the most effective active ingredients, including retinol and hyaluronic acid, this clever formula mimics the effects of injectable plumping agents, leaving skin visibly smoother and more radiant.

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The Drop: January’s new beauty products

We’re here to let you know about the best beauty launches this month including MAC, Revlon and Dior!

The start of the new year is the perfect time to refresh your beauty arsenal. These new lust-worthy beauty drops are topping our list.

LANCÔME
La Nuit Trésor 50ml EDP 
1350
Rich and exotic, La Nuit Trésor is the house of Lancôme’s first ‘Gourmand Woody Floriental’ perfume. A bewitching scent, it opens with a burst of delicious raspberry interlaced with vanilla tahitensis orchid and enhanced by notes of damascena rose, giving the fragrance a deep and mysterious allure.

MAC 
Powder Kiss Lipstick 
250
Best known for its beloved matte lipsticks, MAC has now released a new lipstick formula called Powder Kiss. Designed to look more like a soft-focus stain, this weightless lipstick leaves your lips feeling moisturised while providing creamy, buildable colour.

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BENEFIT 
Vanity Flare Palette 
595 
If you’re looking for the perfect everyday neutral palette then consider Benefit’s latest launch, Vanity Flare. Featuring twelve shades in three finishes – soft matte, satin and shimmer – this portable and purse-friendly palette comes with the usual signature tips and tricks to make it easy to blend and build with these rich shades.

ELIZABETH ARDEN
Beautiful Color Bold Defining Felt-Tip Liquid Eyeliner 
285
The latest launch from Elizabeth Arden helps you create the perfect feline flick with ease. Intensely pigmented, the felt-tip liner allows you to draw both fine and bold lines with a single swipe. And perhaps best of all, the formula is quick drying, waterproof and smudgeproof.

REVLON
PhotoReady Color Correcting Pens 
199.99
A true magic wand, what sets Revlon’s colour correcting pens apart from the others is the 3D colour correcting pigments designed to work with your skin to neutralise imperfections instead of covering them up.

LANCÔME
Rose Sugar Scrub 
499
Infused with rose water, real sugar grains and honey, Lancôme’s latest exfoliator is so gentle it can be used on all skin types. Great for dissolving away impurities and removing dead skin cells, this delightful scrub leaves the skin looking smooth, plump and glowing. 

DIOR 
Capture Youth Intense Rescue Age-Defying Revitalizing Oil-Serum 
1685
Dior continues its Capture Youth journey by introducing a new intensive treatment, Intense Rescue Age-Defying Revitalizing Oil-Serum. Combining the power of a revitalising serum with the nourishment of oil, this hero product helps restore lipids and protect skin that is extremely dry or fatigued.


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THE DROP: This month’s new beauty products at Edgars

We’re here to let you know about the best and most talked about beauty launches, including Sisley, Elizabeth Arden and Benefit!


Where else can you find such a vast array of products, from skincare and fragrance to colour cosmetics, under one roof? Your favourite beauty destination brings only the best in store for all your beauty needs. Here are the latest product launches to covet.

BOBBI BROWN
Luxe Liquid Lip Velvet Matte Lipsticks 
525 each
Finally, Bobbi Brown has jumped on the matte liquid-lip bandwagon, and boy has it been worth the wait! Created with powder pigments and wild mango butter, these captivating lip formulas deliver lush, comfortable wear and vivid matte colour for up to 12 hours.

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SISLEY
Velvet Nourishing Cream with Saffron flowers 
2480 
Worth every penny, this ultra-luxurious, plant-based moisturiser will not only make your skin glow, but will also offer major hydration benefits – and we love that it smells divine to boot. Best of all, it can be used in the morning as well as in the evening, as it boasts benefits for day and night.

ELIZABETH ARDEN

Retinol Ceramide Capsules Line Erasing Night Serum
965 for 60 capsules

A serious beauty buzzword, retinol is having a major moment. Elizabeth Arden’s latest launch brings this sought-after anti-ageing ingredient to your night-time skincare routine. The formula is housed in a microcapsule that guarantees precise application and because it’s combined with soothing ceramides, it’s extra gentle on the skin.

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BENEFIT
Brow Contour Pro 4-in1 Defining Highlighting Pencil
495 

 You might be thinking, another brow product, Benefit? Really? But trust us, it’s a real winner! This innovative 4-in-1 pencil features a lighter brow shade, deeper brow shade, edge definer and an arch highlighter to create clean, shaped brows with depth and dimension.


DIOR
J’Adore Absolu Spray 50ml EDP
1895

 A new edition of Dior’s J’Adore collection, this incredibly lush composition blends voluptuous and sensual floral absolutes like grass jasmine, Indian tuberose and rose Centifolia to create a delectable and sensual feminine fragrance.


REVLON
PhotoReady Insta-filter Foundation
259

 This innovative formula works on all skin types and utilises high-definition filter technology to blur and soften the appearance of fine lines. The built-in blender makes for easy, on-the-go application and helps you buff this long-lasting foundation into the skin, evening it out and creating a smooth canvas.


CLARINS
Limited Edition Sunkissed Summer Collection Bronzing Compact 
560

 With the most beautiful flamingo packaging and a trio of matte tones, this latest bronzing compact is all you need to perfectly sculpt and highlight your features, and is designed to create a soft-focus glowing effect that blurs fine lines and imperfections for a luminous, radiant complexion.


FILORGA
NCEF – Night Mask Supreme Multi-Correction Night Mask
899

 Give tired, stressed-out skin some relief with Filorga’s latest ultra-regenerating night mask. Containing a cocktail of active ingredients, this gel-mask texture is very quickly absorbed. From the very first application, the skin appears more radiant, firm and well rested upon waking.