The tough beautyheaven testers put five self-tan moisturisers to the test. Find out the results! On Trial: Nivea Body Summer Beauty, $5.99Tester: Tracey, beautyheaven editorVerdict: “I’m not exactly the patient type, so I’m surprised how much I like this product. It’s a brilliant moisturiser and contains grape seed oil (a … Read more
Long-haul flights are not much fun, but they are the perfect opportunity to get a tan. You’ve got all those hours to sit and do little but turn bronze. This mousse is perfect for the job – an easy-to-apply foam (sprays often end up all over my bathroom), it smoothes … Read more
They smell delicious and leave skin feeling divine; I say these DIY day spa products make a gloomy day spent indoors something to look forward to. Simply slather on one of these exotically fragranced body washes, exfoliants or creams and it’s goodbye dreary city, aloha island in the sun! The … Read more
The product:Cetaphil Moisturising LotionThe reviewer: Lisa, 26. Read Lisa’s beauty bioThe price: $16The verdict… Cetaphil Moisturising Lotion is a fragrance-free product with a smooth, creamy consistency that rubs into the skin easily. The 500mL pack is a great size and I love the pump as it makes the product easy … Read more
Ella Bache Great Face Tan Without Sun, $32 “This tan is fabulous for giving the face a natural, bronzed glow. It’s also brown in colour straight from the tube, so you know exactly where it’s going and there’s less chance of streaking. The formula itself is also very moisturising and … Read more
Wondering which comes first – sunscreen or skincare? Here’s the answer… “You should put on your skincare products first and then add a liberal amount of sunscreen,” confirms Dr Des Fernandes, skincare expert and creatorof Environ Skincare.
Dramaticnoir nails might look chic, but shabby old stains definitely do not. If dark lacquer has already done you damage, squeeze some lemon juice into a bowl of warm water for a whitening, stain-removing soak. Better yet, to prevent polish penetrating your nail in the first place, always apply a … Read more
A five-minute hand massage is great for your stress levels and will also help keep your nails in strong, glossy order. Start by squeezing the webbing between each of your fingers with the opposite thumb and forefinger, then interlock your fingers and gently push downward to stretch your tendons. Next, … Read more
I am a bridal make-up artist and I get asked a lot of questions regarding the best skin care advice. I can tell you from experience that regular exfoliating is a big part of cleaning and keeping your skin supple! I suggest using a light exfoliating, beaded product on a … Read more
Make your own exfoliant from sea salt and almond oil, mixed with a little essential oil of your choice. Beautiful skin is yours from feet up! It also assists with lymphatic drainage and leaves you with great-feeling, moisturised skin. – Georgie, beautyheaven member, VIC
Spectacularly free beach sand is the kind of body-exfoliating wonder you pay serious cash for at a spa. If you can bare the occasional stare, we recommend sitting in the shallows and rubbing handfuls of wet sand everywhere but your face. It’s especially fabulous for softening tough heels and soles. … Read more
Looking for a no-fuss Hollywood smile? Rub your teeth with strawberries, they will whiten them instantly. – Faye, beautyheaven reader, Vic
