Beauty from the inside, out

For the longest time, we’ve thought beauty was something we created externally. From lotions to potions, we would put it all on our skin in the hunt for that beautiful glow. But local company QT is revolutionising the cosmetics industry; QT is about beauty from the inside, out. Welcome to the world of internal cosmetics, […]

Parris Goebel’s dance to the top

She’s danced her way from New Zealand across the world, working for the likes of Rhianna, J.Lo and Justin Bieber. Now she’s back – albeit briefly – to pay more than a little lip service to MAC’s latest campaign. We caught up with global superstar Parris Goebel about empowering women and that bold red lippy. […]

QT internal cosmetics

A Cosmetic Revolution: QT internal cosmetics

With sales figures growing 460 percent in a month, you’d forgive the Christchurch creators of QT internal cosmetics, QT Belle, QT Beau and Encore for resting on their laurels, enjoying the accolades and surfing the rising wave of their cosmetic revolution, while leaving early adopters to shout from the rooftops about just how effective these […]

Natural cosmetics

The good stuff: seeking out cosmetics that are good for the body and soul

Natural, preservative-free and organic are the buzz words of the culinary world, as we increasingly seek foods which are equally as good for our bodies as they are for our planet. Yet it’s not just our food which is getting the natural makeover, as we seek safer and simpler products to fill up our bathrooms. […]

Micropigmentation specialist Pip Mcgregor

Brow Queen takes salons by storm: how micropigmentation specialist Pip McGregor is now making waves in the cosmetics industry with her own brand Lauren & Louise

Micropigmentation specialist Pip Mcgregor is well known throughout the country for producing stunning eyebrows and now she’s set her sights on the New Zealand cosmetics industry. “Historically New Zealand salons have had it tough sourcing excellent product with healthy margins that clients love,” she says. “It’s not enough to just sell a makeup anymore – […]