New Beauty On the Block, from La Mer to Revlon and everything in between

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We highlight the very best beauty product launches for the month of July, and why you should stock up!
Get excited for the latest beauty releases from our favourite brands. From skincare to make-up to fragrances, these are the treasures to add to your wish list.

Elemis Superfood Kefir-Tea Mist 625

 Facial mists usually hydrate, set make-up or tone the skin, so imagine our delight when the latest formula from Elemis promises to do all three! Vegan friendly and formulated for all skin types, this cooling, antioxidant-rich mist is just what your beauty regimen needs.

Chanel Bleu De Chanel Shaving Cream 960; Chanel Bleu De Chanel 2-in-1 Moisturizer for Face and Beard 890; Chanel Bleu De Chanel 100ml EDP 2090

 For the men out there looking to add a stylish touch to their shaving experience, look no further than the new grooming range from Chanel. Easily incorporated into a daily routine, these essentials ensure both a perfect shave and richly moisturised skin, while prolonging the aromatic, woody trail associated with Bleu De Chanel.

La Mer The Lip Volumizer 1000

We’re swooning over this luxurious new emulsion from La Mer, which helps lips look and feel plumper, smoother and softer. Infused with the brand’s iconic Miracle Broth, this serum-inspired lip gloss can be worn on its own, under your lipstick for a smoother application, or over it for a subtle iridescent shine.

Revlon PhotoReady Candid Natural Finish Anti-Pollution Foundation 129.99

 Inspired by skincare, Revlon’s latest foundation offering applies just like a moisturiser, blending seamlessly into the skin while still providing buildable coverage. Powered by antioxidant and anti-pollution Vitamin E, as well as anti-blue light (from your phone) ingredients, this lightweight formula will leave your skin feeling soft and hydrated all day long.

Gosh Denoderm Range

 Gosh makes its first foray into skincare with the Denoderm range. Currently featuring eight different products – we especially love the Collagen Booster Serum and the Prime ’N Refresh Eye Cream – this skincare range is not only affordable, it also works in perfect unison with your favourite Gosh make-up.

Gosh Denoderm Micellar Cleansing Water 195
Gosh Denoderm Prime’N Refresh Eye Cream 195
Gosh Denoderm Collagen Booster Serum 295
Gosh Denoderm 24h Moisture Cream 395

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Dolce & Gabbana Intenseyes Cream Eyeshadow Stick 585 each 

Cropping up on just about every major runway was the make-up trend of the season – colourful eyeliner. Lucky for us, Dolce & Gabbana has just launched a range of creamy eye-shadow sticks that make getting the look oh so easy! Available in 12 iconic shades, with matte and shimmer finishes, these sticks are the perfect on-the-go tools to give your eyes instant, intense colour.

Giorgio Armani Sì Fiori 50ml EDP 1590

Fans of the Armani Sì perfume collection will be delighted to know that following the launch of last year’s red edition, Sì Passione, comes the pink version, Sì Fiori. A sweet and powdery reinterpretation of the original, this new composition still oozes floral notes, but with the added gorgeousness of green mandarin, blackcurrant, vanilla and a dash of white musk.

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Sisley Phyto Rouge Lipstick 715 each 

This new version of Sisley’s signature lipstick, Le Phyto Rouge, combines skincare ingredients such as ultra-moisturising hyaluronic acid with a smooth, gel-like texture. Highly pigmented, this formula leaves lips feeling silky smooth – and drenched in colour.

Chanel Le Eaux Paris - Riviera 125ml EDT 2070

If you’re dreaming of a summer holiday, then allow Chanel’s latest olfactory sensation to transport you to the warm and sunny Mediterranean coastline of the Côte d’Azur. This warm and soothing scent is a heady mix of floral and citrus notes – the perfect addition to any fragrance lover’s collection.

Sensai Absolute Silk Micro Mousse Treatment 2815

Beauty brand Sensai has just extended its product line to include a new range called Absolute Silk. Infused with koishimaru silk, a rare Japanese silk, the collection specifically targets ageing skin. Featuring micro-carbonated bubbles, this fine mousse boosts the skin's condition and prepares it for further treatment.

Elemis Peptide4 Plumping Pillow Facial 1235

This super-cooling gel mask from Elemis is a hydrating overnight treatment that drenches the skin in moisture and prevents further water loss, so skin looks younger and feels plumped upon waking.

Giorgio Armani Armani Code Absolu 110ml EDP 1860

The latest addition to the Armani Code family includes the fragrance’s classic signature base of Tonka bean, but amplified with warm notes of rum and vanilla, together with hints of green mandarin. It's a sexier and more daring version of the original, and with such a high percentage of essential oils, it’s sure to last all day and night.


5 Secrets Make-Up Artists Know (that you don’t)

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Make-up artists share their top tips and tricks so you can create a professional cosmetic look at home.
Want to take your make-up game to pro status? Here are the tips and tricks the beauty gurus use to achieve the most coveted looks. 

1. Make your skin glow with this hack

Make-up artist Shahnaz Coler-Wrensch has worked for some of the top fashion magazines, so it comes as no surprise that she’s not only mastered the art of the glowing complexion, but also has a hack for it. Shahnaz’s top tip is to first apply your highlighter to key areas (your cheekbones, the bridge of your nose and your chin) before applying your foundation. If that’s not enough, she recommends sweeping an additional layer of highlighter over your foundation for a truly gorgeous glow.

GET THAT GLOW



2. Create the Perfect Winged Eye

In between creating gorgeous looks for her brides and clients, artist Gaynor Florence Ingham gives make-up lessons to share her extensive beauty knowledge. One of the looks she’s often asked about is the winged eye, and she has a simple trick to nail it. Hold the straight edge of a business or bank card at the outer corner of your eye, making a slight oblique angle at your temples. Then use your liner to draw along the edge to create the wing. Practice makes perfect, but in the meantime she also has a great solution for uneven strokes: soak the tip of a cotton bud in some make-up remover (Garnier Micellar Water is her favourite) and place it underneath the liner, in line with the bottom lashes, and swipe upward to neaten the edges.

GET THAT WINGED EYE



3. Use your balm for just about everything

Make-up artist Safiyah Khan has worked with many celebrities, including Isla Fisher, Penelope Cruz, Pearl Thusi, Bonang and Jeanni D, to name a few. The secret weapon in her beauty arsenal is Elizabeth Arden Eight Hour Cream, which she uses in a variety of ways to achieve the desired look. Top tips include mixing a little into your foundation to add a subtle glow to your face, and using it to turn a powder blush into a cream one – just tap it on your cheeks after applying blush and then blend it out for a dewy glow.

GET THAT DEWY GLOW



4. Customise Your Foundation With Your Skincare

She co-owns one of the top hair and make-up mobile agencies, hosts sold-out beauty master classes, and is one of the most sought-after hair and make-up artists, so when Renee De Wit speaks – we listen. While Renee is a firm believer that great skin starts with a solid skincare routine, she says foundation is equally important in creating the perfect canvas. Instead of buying different foundations for different seasons and events, Renee recommends customising your current foundation to suit the occasion. If you need to create fuller coverage, add some creamy moisturiser. If it’s a dewy, sheer finish you’re after, mix in a hydrating primer for an all-day glow. For those with dry skin, adding a little facial oil to your foundation will boost its nourishing benefits.

GET THAT PERFECT COLOUR



5. Use Your Eye Shadow Or Blush As a Lipstick

If you don’t already know Vuvu Maseti by name, you undoubtedly know her work. Having recently scored the cover of a well-known glossy magazine, she also creates glamorous looks for television and editorials and is fast becoming one of the ‘It’ hair and make-up artists in the industry. A lover of a bold pout (just look at her Instagram), it’s no wonder that one of her beauty secrets involves lipstick, or more specifically, using your powder blush or eye shadow as lipstick. To start, Vuvu recommends prepping lips with a lip scrub and then adding a lip balm. Then apply the blush or eye shadow with your finger or flat eye-shadow brush. Lastly, add a bit of sheen by applying some more lip balm.

GET THAT BOLD POUT