How to go grey gracefully
WHY do some older women struggle with the idea of going grey gracefully when young women today are choosing to? Young women colouring their hair grey or silver is all…
The best lipsticks for luscious lips
IF you’re over 50 and you do nothing else when it comes to make-up, wear lipstick. Because next to your eyes, the most powerful asset you have is your lips.…
The 10 best mascaras for lustrous lashes
MASCARA is essential to complete any make-up, but what are the best mascaras for more mature women whose eyelashes have become sparse and wispy? Not all mascaras were created equal.…
The secret to beautiful brows
EYEBROWS frame and balance the face, and a well-groomed pair can make your eyes appear larger and give you a mini facelift! But for women over 50, the secret to…
The best blushes for a youthful flush
AS we age our skin generally lightens and faces become colourless. So blush for more mature skin is essential as it instantly adds energy to a weary complexion, mimics a…
The best powders for a more mature face
FOR many women over 50, powder is public enemy number one. So, to powder or not to powder? That is the question. But what are the best powders for women…
The best foundations for mature skin
AS we age our skin texture changes so we need to adjust the way we care for it, as well as the way we enhance it. Today’s foundations are designed…
Why women over 50 need a primer
EVERY woman needs to find makeup that makes her look and feel beautiful. And just because you’re over 50 doesn’t mean you can’t look your absolute best. But the real…
Why older women SHOULD wear make-up
DO you wear makeup? I ask, because not all older women do. Some prefer the au naturel look (the “no makeup” makeup look) or only do their face on special…
A stylish life: Hairstylist Wendy Iles
AS a young girl living on a dairy farm in northwest Tasmania, I had no idea what I wanted to do when I grew up. For a long while I…
Flowerbomb is still the bomb
I’M usually pretty good when it comes to recognising fragrances. But there’s one that stumps me every time. Viktor & Rolf’s Flowerbomb. The number of times I’ve asked women what…
Isabella Rossellini returns to Lancome
SHE was the face of Lancome for 14 years, but after a 30-year break, Isabella Rossellini is back at the French luxury skincare brand. Rossellini graced the brand with her charm and…
Style matters: Old is the new black
BLAME it on Ari Seth Cohen or call it the Advanced Style phenomena, but age is all the rage. Read it another way and it means that old is the…
How to age gracefully: 20 tips for a happier healthier you
There are plenty of creams, facial botox or other treatments that promise to erase wrinkles and slow down the hands of time. But how do we age gracefully? Despite all…
Tackling Hair Loss
Hair loss is a common issue that affects millions of people worldwide, transcending gender, age, and race. It can be a source of significant psychological distress, impacting self-esteem and emotional…
Need a confidence booster?
Cosmetic surgery has transcended its reputation as mere vanity procedures to become recognized for its profound psychological benefits, particularly in boosting self-confidence. For many women, undergoing cosmetic surgery is not…