Glossy colours, lived in blondes, personalised cuts, healthy hair. Whatever look you are going for, great hair doesn’t happen by accident. It happens by an appointment at Bella Donna Hair & Makeup. Owner Kala Duffy has been growing and evolving the business since...
If a man’s home is his castle, then a woman’s home is her sanctuary. A place for peace, self care and comfort. In our busy lives, creating a haven within our home doesn’t come easy, but with a little help from the likes of Nature’s Emporium you will be a few steps...
You have your mum’s coloured eyes and your dad’s hair. But I bet you didn’t realise just how much your family genetics plays a part in your skin - how it responds to treatments, skincare, food, and even the sun! Understanding your genetic history can help you...
Throw out the traditional rule book, because 2023 is all about embracing hairstyles you love. Women are going short and sharp, while men are favouring long and loud. From the football field to school classrooms, the quintessential Australian mullet haircut of the...
Between the sun, sea and sand, in Summer our hair gets a pretty rough deal. So before you even think about creating those beachy waves, you need to start treating your hair to mask treatments to get it into tip-top condition. Over Summer, the heat of the sun and hot...
You slept in your makeup. Now what? Summer is the party season – lots of events and late nights. It may come as a surprise to some, but even I have committed the cardinal sin of the skincare world – I went to bed with my makeup on. Even using mineral makeup, which is...
Calm and softly spoken, Danielle Dennis is everything you would want in a naturopath. She’s caring and easy to tal It’s no surprise that naturopathy is something Danielle said she felt drawn to. “I’m passionate about herbal medicine and how it works. My mum used to...
Remember the sound of your suitcase wheels turning as you walk down the airport corridor? And the announcement over the loud speaker: “now boarding through gate 33”? For many of us, travel seems like a distant memory. With the reopening of state and international...
WORDS BY ABBY BLANKE Spring is the perfect time to look at your home skincare routine and see if it needs a little adjusting for the warmer months. When we head into Spring and Summer, there is a little more warmth in the air and humidity starts to creep up. This...
WORDS BY LARINE STATHAM-BLAIR Madonna was never afraid to express herself. She sang about what was in vogue, but when it came to style she danced to the beat of her own drum. We use phrases like ‘in vogue’ and ‘on point’, or say someone’s got ‘the look’ or has ‘good...
Hyperpigmentation or a darkening of the skin is a common problem. But not all pigment is created equal, coming from many sources. The sun is a common factor, also exacerbating the effects. How we treat your pigment all depends on how it arrived in the first place. SUN...
Ever think your hair game is a little lacking? Wish it looked like you visited the hair salon more often? Here are a few tricks of the trade that will have your hair feeling salon fresh for longer. Know when to visit your hairdresser Keep your regular appointments!...
If you take only one thing into 2022 let it be a heavy dollop of inspiration for your next hairstyle. While some trends are here to stay for a little longer (see below), there are fresh and exciting hair opportunities to be found in 2022. Think stacked bobs, soft...
If you haven’t heard of retinol, you should have. This Vitamin A powerhouse is one of the more important ingredients in your skincare. Retinol not only helps to rebuild and clean out our skin receptors, but it goes into the skin cell and helps repair the DNA. Think...
The beauty industry is ever evolving and 2021 has been a big year for new trends. Brows Everyone wants perfect brows! Microblading and brow tattooing was already popular, but more and more people are following this trend. Having the perfect brow shape for your face...
Owner and senior hairstylist at The Place Hairdressing Kiralee Honor has the latest summer trends for hair. STYLE Summer is here and the S-bend waves, or barely bent waves, are an effortless Summer classic. Ask your stylist for light layering that will allow your hair...
Words by Kiralee Honor There’s no denying grey hair has been the most talked-about shade of the past year. Sure, some people have been Googling how to cover it, but the biggest conversation has been around how to embrace it or fake it. Either way, some serious...
Words by Abby Blanke If you are suffering from tight muscles or spasms, using a magnesium spray can help reduce your symptoms and relieve pain. Did you know that up to 40 per cent of the general population are in some way magnesium deficient? Lifestyle stresses...
It’s one of the best-selling skincare brands in the world. Now luxury cosmetic line Clinique is leading its competitors, being one of the first global cosmetics giants to move into sustainable packaging. Available at the Friendly Society Pharmacy, Clinique’s new...
WORDS BY NIKKI SORBELLO It’s been lauded as the newest red-carpet style. Something appropriated by young women looking for an edge. It may seem like grey hair is the new black, but how many are actually brave enough to surrender and let their natural locks flow? For...
Spring is a magical time of year, but the warmer weather certainly brings its challenges. Chafe. Windburn. Insect bites. Body odour. Often the best point of call for these relatively minor irritations is your local pharmacist. They can help treat the symptoms and...
WORDS BY KIRALEE HONOR With the weather starting to cool down, are you thinking it’s time for a change? Whether it’s a new Winter copper colour, a new bang or even some caramel foils - change is coming. CUT The mid-long: The mid-length is the most versatile haircut of...
WORDS BY ABBY BLANKE The most common thing we see as skin therapists is clients using the wrong cleanser for them. This can create havoc on the skin, making it congested, red, inflamed, super dry and oily all at the same time! Choosing the right cleanser sets your...
The Place Hairdressing owner and senior stylist Kiralee Honor is your beauty go-to for advice on the latest cut, colour and styling trends. Kiralee shared what we can expect this Spring and Summer. CUTS The lob is making a comeback this Summer! This hairstyle has...
Essence Spa and Beauty owner Shona Amos shares her tips on how to have radiant and glowing skin in the warmer spring and summer months.