For a long-time I skipped a finishing powder in fear of losing the dewiness and glow I’d just spent an hour trying to create. However, my skin has changed over the past couple of years and I’m inconveniently 'combination' meaning while I may not need...
Say goodbye to dark circles, acne scars, pigmentation and redness. Concealer would have to be one of the most versatile makeup products available and I think we all take it for granted. There are makeup artists who forego foundation in place of just covering blemishes with...
The start of a new season means only one thing… your makeup look is in for a makeover. Spring is the perfect time to have a clean-out of your beauty bag and edge toward and lighter and brighter look with a touch of colour in...
It’s the staple in nearly every girls’ beauty routine they just can’t live without. If we were to compile a list of the things we’d all take to a desert island, I have no doubt foundation would be sitting somewhere near the top. Not only does...
If the thought of a holiday beauty look doesn’t scream a statement lip at you then you are truly missing out on the chance at a festive beauty moment. Whilst Aussie Christmas events are typically a little more low-key ‘prawns at the beach and cricket...
Blush is absolutely non-negotiable for me. Foundation and concealer will make your skin tone look flawless, but when your face is one even colour all over, it looks flatter and more shapeless. A sweeping of blush not only adds a healthy glow, but it also gives the face...
When it comes to buying reasonably priced foundations, it can sometimes be a hit and miss trial when it comes to the quality of the product. Most foundations that are either $30 or under are usually classed as ‘drug store’ foundations, and to be honest, I...
Can we all please say welcome back to the trend that is now bigger than ever… lip-gloss!! A few years a go, lip-gloss was my worst nightmare. Although I loved the look of it, it was such a pain to wear. Let me tell you –...
No matter what you decide to dress up as this Halloween, a bold lip will carry your look to that next level of ‘slay’. Whether it’s a sophisticated cat look or a blood shot vampire, these 5 lipstick shades will make your entire look pop,...
With January comes resolutions and most new years resolutions usually involve some kind of vow to get yourself organised. The time and effort you put into organising your life now can save you plenty of time and chaos in the future. Streamlining your makeup and...
Blush is one of the most underrated products of all time. Lightly applying colour to the apple of your cheeks should leave you with a natural flush that pulls your whole look together. When done right, it really is a game changer. Sadly blush is often...
Simplicity is key in getting your beauty game up to scratch, if you're feeling like your look is getting out of date you need to forget everything you once knew and pull it back to bare basics. It's really common that by using the same products, techniques and wearing...
Finding a foundation which is the right colour, consistency and wearability means a certain amount of trial and error, but with this guide you're on your way to finding your perfect match...
With Wedding season and Spring racing season upon us, there's no better time to stock up on all the latest make-up products to get you looking gorgeous and on trend! I created this pretty spring make-up look on myself for a recent event using some...
Have you been wearing the same make-up style for years? Finding it hard to re-invent your look? It seems many women struggle to keep their make-up look up to date and end up wearing the same look day in, day out for years- if not forever. Make-up trends...
'Less is More' Is the best way to describe the hottest beauty looks this season at NYFW. Bare, fresh radiant skin and sleek smooth wet textured hair have graced the runway over and over again with each show doing its own slight variation but essentially most...
It seems like a red lippy and a few good coats of mascara may be all we need to be looking HOT! Take a leaf out of these leading ladies books and see what a striking look can be achieved by combining a red lipstick with...
An ideal colour for the colder months, it seems Ox Blood is majorly trending in not just fashion but make-up and nails too. This deep wine colour can be really striking, and I really adore the look. I'm now on a mission to find the perfect...
In a stunning show the latest Dior Haute Couture show was delivered in a dazzling setting with walls entirely covered in white orchids. With an overload of white crisp detail the show titled 'About Time' was a fusion of old and classic with futuristic. The...
I just had to share this one! One of my all time favourite beauty products, and a top seller around the world will release a 'Wild Edition' in animal print . YSL Touche Eclat Wild edition will hit stores July 2. Ooh So Pretty!! Available from Myer, David Jones,...
Looking for that perfect eyeshadow? or just a new mascara? These options are tried and tested and absolutely beautiful products. I prefer eyeshadow palettes, they give you a choice of colours and offer a bit of variation in case you want different eye make-up looks...
Adding highlights to the skin is a simple step in your make-up routine which will make you appear more awake, more radiant and as though you have a healthy glowing complexion. Highlighting is a simple step that many women ignore, putting it in the 'too hard'...
Step 1 Use a fine tip Liquid eye liner you know is easy to use. Apply a thin line starting from the inner corner along to the outer corner. Try to keep the line as close to the lashes as possible and try to apply it...
So in LOVE with this third instalment of my exclusive editorial series 'Into The White'. Here we explore the world of bleached out light, fashion and beauty and create stunning looks on model Bianca. I used Youngblood Cosmetics to create this look. While the hair remains...
Ohh I was so excited to get stuck into this STUNNING make-up palette 'Bronze Collection' from Alison Jade Cosmetics today. I had a play around and came up with these killer looks! The palette is full of tonal bronze, browns and nude colours that just burst...
In part two of our editorial series model Bianca Hepburn sizzles in some stunning clothing and this super fun hair and make-up look. I used Youngblood cosmetics to create this look! Shot by Sonny Vandevelde, styled by Marnie Skillings and hair and make-up by me. Above: Bianca...
The first post of an exclusive editorial series for Oz Beauty Expert. Exciting!!! Moody Beauty features beautiful model Bianca Hepburn from London Management. Created by the A-Team ,photographer Sonny Vandevelde, creative director and stylist Marnie Skillings and of course myself on hair and make-up. This chic...
Watch this behind the scenes video from my latest fashion collaboration...
[caption id="attachment_7371" align="aligncenter" width="477"] LILLA- Chadwicks Models[/caption] The third instalment of the hottest fresh faces in Australian Fashion- These stunning models are the faces to watch out for over fashion week! Some supermodels in the making right here… wowzer! Shot by Sonny Vandevelde. Hair and Make-up by yours truly! I...
The Second Instalment of the hottest fresh faces in Australian Fashion- These stunning models are the faces to watch out for over fashion week! Some supermodels in the making right here...