If you’ve been keeping up to date with M2woman’s beauty section, you may have noticed the strong pivot to promote awareness of what’s really in our skincare. This is because so many cosmetic companies find ways to weave their way around INCI legislation and maintain the usage of toxic, harmful […]
2018 marks a milestone year for Donna Smith from Professional Skin & Beauty, the NZ distributor of Environ Skin Care. The pioneering vitamin A and antioxidant-based skincare brand was established by renowned plastic surgeon Dr Des Fernandes 28 years ago. However, it was 1998 that Donna first introduced the skincare […]
A range of fresh new delights for every avid beauty collector…
What? A heavenly bread that is carb and gluten free? It seems a bit too good to be true. All you need is four ingredients: eggs, cream cheese, baking powder or cream of tartar and 1 tablespoon of Honey or some natural sweetener, salt, garlic powder, rosemary. According to She […]
There’s no event quite like the Cannes Film Festival to draw elegant beauty inspo from. Set in the French Riviera, glamorous couture gowns were paired with the most classic beauty looks. From Parisian-chic red lip to bold smokey eyes and fresh-faced summer beauty with messy buns, the focus was on...
Corneotherapy is the latest breakthrough skin treatment methodology that renders former philosophies obsolete or at least antiquated, in the world of science. Based on Dr. Albert Kligman’s discovery of the stratum corneum a.k.a. skin barrier, being a living structure capable of self-regulation and interaction with the epidermis and dermis; Corneotherapy, described...
A RANGE OF FRESH NEW SPECIAL DELIGHTS FOR EVERY AVID BEAUTY COLLECTOR GENTLE REFINER Containing high concentrations of glycolic acid, the Environ Concentrated Alpha Hydroxy Toner, $106.10, sloughs away dead skin cells to improve texture and boost radiance. OVERNIGHT SOLUTION Kiehl’s Ginger Leaf & Hibiscus Firming Mask, $85, can be added...
As if we don’t have enough to deal with, nearly 50% of women will experience some form of acne during their adult years due to stress, diet and hormonal changes. Night-time moisturiser, Avène TriAcnéal EXPERT, $34.99, has an anti-bacterial and anti-inflammatory effect with an effective exfoliating enzymes and retinaldehyde to...
Fluctuating indoor-outdoor temperatures, fullblast heating and torrential rainfalls – the chilly weather brings all the hair-hating factors together for a disastrous do, all season. Swap out your conditioner for a range of hair masks to treat your locks with some TLC. To inject life into weak hair, use a reconstructive...
The next generation of highlighters have veered away from the obvious streak of brightness in lieu of a natural luminescence. There’s been a rise of fine-milled multidimensional illuminators that provide a soft-focus effect as well as dewy liquid formulas for mixing with foundation and balms to create a wet-finish glow...
FEED AND FORTIFY If you feel like your skin health has plateaued with topical applications, it might be time to extend your focus to what you’re ingesting. The Ministry of Health estimates 60% of New Zealanders fail to consume 5+ a day. With our diets severely lacking in the...
The new generation of innovative cleansers provides a solution for every skin type and requirement. If you’ve been looking for an oilfree formula to remove eye makeup without compromising your eyelash extensions, opt for the new Revitalash Micellar Water Lash Wash, $54, or the gel-textured Nivea MicellAIR Skin Breathe Eye...
The twenty-two year old porcelain-skinned beauty was more perfect than I could’ve ever imagined. Strong brows, bright round eyes adorned with thick black lashes to boot, terracotta bronzer chiselling her already high cheekbones and flawless skin that simply radiated youth; I was enamoured by not only her voice but her...
Late last year, Clarins released the eight generation of their iconic Double Serum – a highly-anticipated release for the brand’s loyal followers. Housing 20 plant extracts and a new hero ingredient, turmeric, the Double Serum can be best described as an anti-aging concentrate that promotes better functioning and communication within […]
A curated selection of glow-getting goodies and sensual olfactory picks to leave a trail of mystery during the icy season. Styling By Juvena Worsfold Photography By Laura Court Dior Capture Youth Glow Booster, $190. Elizabeth Arden Skin Illuminating Brightening Hydragel Cream, $99. Tom Ford Jasmine Rouge, EDP, 50ml, $378. L’Occitane...
While the rest of the world is falling head over heels like it’s a Black Friday sale for New Zealand’s natural self care products, it seems that us kiwis take it for granted. A truly green and clean nation filled with people who are creating products directed by moral compass,...
In light of recent events, the Autumn Winter 2018 catwalk shows were a mix of interpretations by creative directors of the now globally prevalent neo-feminism. Exhibiting ways to express power and strength whilst maintaining a sense of sex appeal and soft femininity was the apparent challenge. Drawing from menswear as...
As we know, our skin is the largest organ in the human body and without its protection, we’d die. It’s also very beautiful – and by some estimates, we spend more than USD100 billion annually, hoping to enhance our skin. The problem? Knowing what to choose and why. We asked […]
Just in time for our seasonal inspo search, the four global fashion weeks served an array of looks that focused on wearability. With the intention to champion uniqueness; natural, loose and carefree styling was popularized. In this issue, we discover how to recreate the styles that rode the running theme […]
Trapped in the cyclical humdrum of work-life, the olfactory world opens a new chapter that encourages brave spontaneity to live our deepest fantasies. Free Spirit Emanating the elegant confidence of the travelling woman who scours the world, a powerful blend of floral chypres, oak moss, freesia and mirabelle plum evokes...
A range of fresh new special delights for every avid beauty collector. Botanical Blend Sukin Ultra Hydrating Body Oil, $28.99, combines the goodness of sunflower, jojoba, rosehip, marula seed and avocado oils to smoothen and nourish dry skin with no oily residue. Floral Bliss Jurlique’s long-awaited Rosewater Balancing Mist Intense...
Atop a perfectly prepped and primed canvas, we’re going full circle back to brown to create the universally flattering light-handed smokey eye. Alpha Power With the fashion industry’s movement gravitating towards the celebration of bare-faced beauty, smooth glowing skin is the fundamental objective we need to tick off. Resurfacing and...
New York City has always held a spot in my heart since I grew into my own and knew exactly what kind of person I was – a full blown hedonist who’s got an ache for a real metropolitan city. I know, it doesn’t get any more cliche than the...
If you’re one who cares about what goes on your body and an advocate of conscientious beauty brands then you probably already know of Dr. Hauschka. Not only do they create certified organic and cruelty-free cosmetics, they also champion sustainability and make a difference around the world. It’s interesting to […]
Cosmeceutical skincare – we’ve been here many times before. By now, we should already understand that a prescribed regime – as in a customised collection of products that are specifically suited to your particular skin condition, needs and goals – is the way to truly see results. Dr. Ben Johnson MD, […]
It’s been a tough few months, constantly having to dab sweat off our upper lip during the exhausting heat waves. Moving out of summer, we’ll be replenishing our dehydrated and sun-damaged skin as well as using brightening treatments to even skin tone for a flawless canvas. With the latest wave […]
A range of fresh new special delights for every avid beauty collector. Desperately Coveting From mattes, satins and shimmers to metallic finishes, the NARSissist Wanted Eyeshadow Palette, $94, ticks off everything you’ve ever wanted in a palette, all with an intensely rich colour payoff to last all night. Brush Worthy […]
Flirty Finishes Shiseido’s new UV Lip Colour Splash SPF42 PA+++, $36 , serves as a versatile lightweight tinted lip protector that can be used under or over your lip products to provide a veil against the harsh UV rays. Use under 16Brand Colourrulez Lipgloss, $21, a three-tiered gradient gloss that […]
Choosing a place to stay in NYC is as overwhelming as it gets. Especially for a punctilious person who feels the need to look through all options before making a purchase decision. I could peruse through a restaurant menu again and again for up to two drinks worth of time, […]
Push your beauty boundaries by adding an edgy quirk to these classic looks. Brought to you by Amber Carroll. Get the look: Copper Glow I can never get enough of a beautiful bronzed smokey eye. I think these tones suit almost everyone. Smudge some black or dark brown liner along...
Gwen Stefani has been in the public gaze for over 20 years, entering as a vocalist for No Doubt and soon after embarking on a (successful) solo career that saw her cemented in our minds as a pop princess of our generation. Over the years Stefani has taken on many...
When it comes to beauty, it can be said that most skin clinics are born from a place of compassion and benevolence. But with the human tendency to hunger more and more for the one thing that makes the world go around – a.k.a. money – the core principles and...
A veritable focal point on florals, there’s a plethora of renditions to make one your own this summer. Whether it be a new found love or scandalous shenanigans, choose a fragrance to remind you of this season’s nostalgic revelries. Prada’s Perfumery Tuberose, ylang-ylang and patchouli blended with a neutral concoction...
What’s hot you say? Apart from the burning sun toasting your skin to oblivion, I’d say it’s these top ten most covetable beauty picks you need to put on your shopping list. Pollution fighter Packed with charcoal and kaolin clay, Cosmedix Detox Activated Charcoal Mask, $99, draws out oil, dirt...
Do you feel like people approach you more when you’re of a certain hair colour? Did you ever stop to think that your hair colour could impact your salary? Byrdie uses some research to show how our hair colour shapes the way that people perceive us. Brown/Black Hair: attractive,...
For the past few months of cold, drizzly and general miserable weather, you’ve probably been hitting those deep dark red vinos or chugging back the carb-filled beerios… or both. And with the days lasting longer thanks to daylight saving, you’ll no doubt be bathing in that flood of warmth with...
Vitamin A is an ubiquitous ingredient that can be found in many cosmeceutical skincare brands’ formulas. However, not many know that it was Dr. Des Fernandes who pioneered the ground-breaking development into skincare in the 1980’s. Vitamin A is now used to counteract external aggressors such as pollution, stress and […]
Everyone knows that inner beauty is King. Topical applications of skincare can only do so much. Willow Jarosh and Stephanie Clarke are two registered dietitians behind the NYC and Washington DC based nutrition consulting company, C&J Nutrition. Their health tips have been widely shared amongst various media, including what we...
In an effort to raise awareness and funds to fight HIV/AIDS in Africa, Belvedere Vodka has launched a very special campaign where 50% of the profits of the 2016 Global Red Initiative will be forwarded to the Global Fund. “We are committed to the (RED) initiative and are thrilled to...
