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Maggie Hewitt on affordable skincare, Eucalyptus showers and the rituals that got her through pregnancy

Emily Algar — Sat, 20 Dec 2025 01:00:25 +0000

Maggie Hewitt is well known for her slow New Zealand fashion brand, Maggie Marilyn. But she’s also got a strong affinity for beauty and wellness rituals. Hailing from the Bay of Islands in the North Island, her upbringing was mostly outdoors; she values a slow pace, fresh air, simple pleasures — a mindset made all the more necessary since the birth of her first baby, Ralph.

Her beauty routine is varied but comprehensive: at-home LED light, fresh Eucalyptus showers, salt therapy, organic oils, fermented foods, fresh makeup but heavy-lifting skincare. Here, Hewitt shares her rituals and favourite products, from makeup artists tips on set, to the signature scent she inherited from her mum.

What’s your earliest beauty-related memory?

My mum has worn Tom Ford Tobacco Vanille perfume most of my life, and I remember stealing sprays as a teenager when she wasn’t looking. I started wearing it about a decade ago; it’s warm and sweet and reminds me of her hugs. I love the idea that as we grow and evolve, some things in our beauty routines and wardrobes stay the same.

What was the first product you ever owned?

It must have been Maybelline Great Lash Mascara, that neon pink and lime green tube?

How has your approach to beauty evolved over the years?

I’ve always taken a pretty holistic approach to beauty and tried to take care of myself from the inside so that makeup and skincare can just be icing on top. The needs of my skin have changed in different seasons of my life: As a teen I struggled with acne, and when I moved to Sydney in my late twenties my skin broke out from stress and different water. Makeup artist Isabella Schimid — who is the beauty bible and always gives the best advice — told me I should switch to The Ordinary to help soothe my skin and I’ve had it in my routine ever since.

I imagine becoming a mum has also altered this in some way?

Yes, transitioning into motherhood changed my skin needs all over again. I’ve always been pretty ingredient-conscious, but pregnancy and breastfeeding made me even more aware of what I was ingesting and applying. I swear by organic rosehip oil; I lathered my belly and boobs in it my whole pregnancy and managed to avoid stretch marks. I’m still using it now.

What does your current morning routine look like?

It’s a bit of a whirlwind. I do a quick full-body dry brush to stimulate the blood and wake myself up (it’s also a great exfoliator) then jump in the shower. I use a Squalane Cleanser morning and night followed by a few drops of Hyaluronic Acid. All of my makeup is from Westman Atelier; the quality is unmatched, the formulas are clean and everything is designed to apply quickly, usually with just clean hands. I use the Vital Skincare Complexion Drops as my foundation, followed by their Baby Cheeks Blush and Highlight Stick. You can do your whole face in under a minute, perfect for a mum with no time. The final step, usually done in the car mirror, is Kevyn Aucoin Curling Mascara. I like how easily it comes off at the end of the day.

What about your evening routine?

I walk the Bondi boardwalk at least once a day. Finishing my days by the beach and the smell of salt helps my cortisol drop. Once I’ve put Ralph down, I’ll have a second hot shower, this time a much longer one. I’ll take my time and wash my hair with Davines OI Shampoo and Conditioner, and then apply my organic rosehip oil when I step out. I’ll make a hot tea, take all of my tonics and tinctures, before my partner Josh and I will catch our breath from the day.

You’re probably getting less sleep than ever right now, but what do you take before bed? Is there anything you find helps with sleep?

I’ve been really into organic raw beet kvass lately, which I buy from Broth Bar & Larder in Bronte. It’s great for fatigue, and has helped my skin settle back into equilibrium post-birth as it’s a natural detoxifier. I’ve also done regular acupuncture my entire adult life and swear by it for digestion, immunity, and my quality of sleep (even when I’m only getting a few hours…).

What products do you repurchase the most?

Muslin face cloths (they’re so much softer on your skin than regular wash cloths).Eucalyptus leaves from the farmer’s market to hang in the shower.Westman Atelier Complexion Drops.The Ordinary Hyaluronic Acid.Davines OI Shampoo and Conditioner.

Last beauty trend you got sucked into?

Sun-kissed blush! I love the look of flushed cheeks. I use my finger to apply my Westman Atelier bronzing stick or cream blush from the sides of temples all the way down and across my cheeks, and then carry it across my nose to create that “lingered-ten-minutes-too-long in the sun” look without damage.

It’s a Sunday and you’ve got a few extra minutes to do something for yourself, beauty-wise. What products are you reaching for?

Red light. My facialist, Clare at FENN, first introduced it to me and it’s the best bang for your buck when it comes to skin if you’re short on time.

What’s your ultimate beauty indulgence?

A facial, always. It feels like such a treat but my skin is always better in the long-run when I commit to regular facials. Clare is my go-to, we became friends through our appointments together and it’s so special that she’s a mum now too; we swap notes.

Tell me about the beauty direction and skin prep for your most recent Maggie Marilyn campaign?

We shot our latest campaign at my family home in the Bay of Islands and it was daunting being in front of the camera… I wanted the beauty look to reflect that feeling of being in your happy place: skin that doesn’t look weighed down by makeup but instead looks healthy and warm to the touch. That’s how my skin feels in summer when I’m at home with my sisters. Our makeup artist, Fiona Wright, prepped my skin with Hyaluronic Acid 2% + B5. This was sealed with the brand’s NMF + Phytoceramides moisturiser. To keep coverage looking natural, Fiona used Kosas Revealer Concealer in place of foundation, and warmed my skin with the Kosas Blush. She also used the MCo XtendLash Mascara which I’d never used before. I’m now obsessed with it.

What act of self-care (skincare, movement, wellness – anything big or small) instantly improves your mood if it’s been a day?

Taking my son down to the beach for a walk or swim. Having the ocean on my back doorstep will never get old.

Who’s beauty, or approach to beauty, do you admire?

Rachel Waller. She’s such a muse of mine and her approach to health and beauty aligns with my own beliefs. I first cast her in our Australian Fashion Week Show in 2023 and was immediately enamoured. She lives her life fuelled by gratitude and adventure, is a proud grandmother and mother, and takes her wellbeing as seriously as she takes her commitment to joy – and all of that radiates through her beauty. The first time we met she smelt like roses and when I asked her about it she said she’s had the same signature scent her whole life, rose essential oil. Heaven.

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Davines OI Shampoo

Westman Atelier Complexion Drops

The Ordinary Hyaluronic Acid

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Want to smell one in a million? Scent layering is the fragrance hack you need to know

Emily Algar — Tue, 16 Dec 2025 01:00:16 +0000

I’m convinced there is no greater high than the one that comes when a stranger stops you to ask what perfume you’re wearing. The only detail that can elevate this euphoric feeling though, is being able to say, ‘it’s a mix’.

Scent layering is the simplest way to personalise the way you smell. Depending on your technique, it can enhance projection and longevity, or serve up something completely bespoke. Fragrance is one of the most personal tools of expression we have – it’s intimate and says a lot about us. Like tailoring or custom suiting, scent layering indicates inherently great taste (not to mention, a sense of individuality).

Below, I’m explaining how scent layering works, plus some previously gate-kept combinations that deliver unforgettable impact.

What is scent layering?

Scent layering is essentially the art of wearing multiple fragrances at once. This could mean layering two or more individual fragrances, or layering different formats – like body cream, oils, perfume and hair mist – to enhance projection and longevity. There’s no hard and fast rules, the way you personalise is entirely up to you.

Will scent layering make my perfume last longer?

It depends on your method, but technically speaking yes, layering your fragrance will increase its longevity. For example if you use a scented body cream, layered beneath a perfume, and finish off with a hair mist, you’re pretty much guaranteed to smell incredible for hours and hours. It’s a big reason why so many fragrance houses launch scented collections with creams, lotions, oils and mists – they compliment eau de parfums.

How to layer your scents:

As mentioned, you can layer to your hearts desire, but there’s two main layering methods worth knowing about:

1. Layer your signature scent

Many popular fragrances also come as shower gels, bubble bath, body creams and so on. If you’re dedicated to one scent, or just want to increase the intensity of your fragrance, layer shower and body products underneath your perfume. Picture this: Your beauty routine consists of CHANEL Coco Mademoiselle shower foam, body lotion, eau de parfum and hair mist? Say less.

2. Wear two or three fragrances at once to create a custom mix

Another scent layering technique is to choose a few complimentary perfumes and wear them at the same time. Try not to spray them directly on top of one another though, as it can crush or dampen the respective notes. The end result is a bespoke mix guaranteed to get you compliments.

As for choosing what to layer, you can be experimental but safe options are to pair scents with similar notes (for instance, two gourmand vanillas). You can also opt for a soft, skin-like scent (such as Glossier You) with a bolder option. Alternatively you can play perfumer and pair opposing notes – think rose and leather, or a spicy musk with a true floral.

What are some powerful scent layering combinations?

Ellis Brooklyn Vanilla Milk and Diptyque Orpheon

This is one of my favourite pairings. Vanilla Milk is super soft – it’s creamy but not overly sweet. It adds a fluffy richness to the Parisian jazz club vibe of Orpheon.

PHLUR Heavy Cream with PHLUR Vanilla Skin

A TikTok approved pairing for anyone that wants to smell good enough to eat.

DS & Durga I Don’t Know What with Glossier You

If you want to smell like nothing but everything all at once, this is the pairing to try. Think warm cashmere woods, linen, skin, musk and powdery newborn sweetness.

Tom Ford Oud Wood with Le Labo Rose 31

Smoke, leather, thorns and blooming red rose – a formidable fragrance pair.

Byredo Bal D’Afrique & Chloé Eau de Parfum Naturalle

This fragrance pairing layers the intrepid richness of Bal D’Afrique (African marigold, bucchu, violet, cyclamen) with the floral femininity of Chloé. Intoxicating and sure to render you the best-smelling person in any room.

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9 illuminating ‘glow drop’ serums that will convince you to ditch foundation

Mia Steiber — Mon, 15 Dec 2025 02:00:37 +0000

More and more of us are forgoing a full face of foundation in favour of clean skin, with just the right dose of soft-focused gleam courtesy of glow drops.

Of course, not all glow products are created equal. And the wrong ones can exaggerate unwanted texture and leave an oily film. I’d know, I’ve experimented with more than my fair share. Based on the products that I’ve tried and love, these are our trusted and best glow drops for bouncy, luminous skin.

Firstly, what is a ‘glow drop’?

Not quite a serum, not exactly a primer, not a liquid luminiser – but somehow a mix of all three. Hydrating, glow-infusing, with a pinch of complexion correction. The glow drop is the new era skincare-makeup hybrid product that is making an entire generation rethink their makeup base.

Best glow drops according to our own hands-on testing

1. Drunk elephant B-Goldi Bright Drops

Infused with xx acid and a very small amount of DHA, Drunk Elephant’s glow drops are an inimitable cult favourite that improve the look of your skin as the day goes.

2. RAAIE Sun Milk Drops

This hydrating formula has added sun protection and leaves this skin with a glowing soft-focused finish. They don’t have any bronzing warmth to them so this product is ideal for anyone wanting a neutral base.

3. Caudalie Self-Tan Sun Drops

This liquid glow serum contains a small amount of the active ingredient in fake tanning products, so it adds a gentle warmth to your skin. It works best when mixed in with your moisturiser for an even, bronzed finish.

4. Glow Recipe Watermelon Glow Niacinamide Dew Drops

This product works perfectly as a primer under foundations for that extra boost of hydration. Because its slightly sticky, it offer grip for base products to stick to. But I like wearing it on its own. Finish it with a big spray of your favourite face mist for ultra bouncy skin.

5. Glossier Futuredew

This is best used sparingly, I only use half a pump. You can mix it into moisturiser or wear it straight over the top of your skincare. I love how it soft-focuses imperfections and gives a radiant and ultra hydrated look to the skin.

6. Dr. Barbara Sturm Glow Drops

Lightweight and nourishing, this product has light-reflecting pigments and hydrating ingredients to serve up bouncy, primed skin. This is a great one to use under makeup, but works beautifully as a finishing touch too.

7. Pai The Impossible Glow

This natural brand uses pearlescent mica to create its bronzey, light-reflecting pigments. It’s the perfect summer product to add a faux bronzey tone to your complexion, or you can mix it into moisturiser for a more subtle look that sinks into the skin.

8. Naked Sundays CabanaGlo Glow Serum Drops

These leave the most lovely finish on the skin because they have a mineral SPF included. It means they’re wonderfully smoothing. There’s a few different shades and I love the pearlescent one as it’s not super bronzey. It’s perfect for when I don’t want too much warmth in my complexion.

9. Clinique Sun-Kissed Face Gelee Complexion Multitasker

Of all the products on this list, it’s definitely the most pigmented and least like a “drop”. For this reason, I only like to use this mixed into moisturiser, so it feels lighter and more hydrating. Best for medium and light skin tones, this is designed to offer a bouncy, light bronze to the skin.

If you want more glow and hydration, you might like to try our guide to the best products to use if you want to achieve glass skin. Or you might prefer our guide to Korean Beauty which shouts out the brands that do bounce, glow and hydration the best.

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25 of the best Korean beauty brands to have on your radar

Karen Leong — Fri, 12 Dec 2025 06:45:37 +0000

Over the past few years, Korean beauty brands have become a mainstay in bathroom shelves as more and more people outside of Asia discover the power of Korean products. And as many industry experts will tell you, K-Beauty has always very much been about a skin-first ethos, utilising skin-loving, anti-inflammatory ingredients like niacinamide, yuzu, snail mucin, birch, and ginseng, all designed to give glass skin-like results.

If you’re looking to dip a toe into the K-Beauty pool, we’ve compiled a list of all the best of the Korean beauty brands to shop from in Australia right now (and where to get them).

First, What is Korean Beauty or K-Beauty?

K-Beauty is shortened version of Korean Beauty. This simply refers to the unique and advance-style of produced found and produced by South Korea. Beauty is big business in Korea and its citizens gravitate to a porcelain, glassy, hydrated look with a skincare-first approach to makeup. For this reason, many Korean brands are heralded for their innovations in delivering ultra-hydrated results with a glass skin finish.

Best Korean Beauty and skincare brands

1. Sulwhasoo

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Where to shop in Australia: Adore Beauty, Sephora, Lotte Duty Free, and BONIIK. Amazon and Beauty Amora.

Pronounced “Suhl-ha-soo,” this skincare brand was founded on the philosophy of balance. Utilising Korea’s finest natural ingredients, Sulwhasoo is one of the best selling Korean brands on the market. In keeping with the brands holistic approach, you won’t find any nasties or overpowering scents.

2. Laneige

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Where to shop in Australia: Adore Beauty, Sephora, Beauty Amora, Kanvas Beauty, BONIIK, Nudie Glow.

Not for nothing, this cult favourite brand has most of beauty TikTok in a chokehold. Have you really tried Laneige if you haven’t dipped into one of their Lip Sleeping Masks? It is one of the highest selling on the market for a reason. But it doesn’t stop there, its serums laden with goodies like niacinamide are genuine skin savers.

3. Peach and Lily

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Where to shop in Australia: Peach & Lily, Amazon, Skincare4less, and Heartdrops.

Founded by Alicia Yoon, the brand has been going from strength to strength since its launch in 2021. Recently, they’ve grown their offering to include skincare-infused makeup, beginning with the Glass Skin Luminizing Stick. Yes please.

4. Tamburins

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Where to shop in Australia: Tamburins, Koriah, Momoko Cosmetics, Jasso beauty, Dodoskin.

There’s still skin on our hands and lips. Tamburins is responsible for elevating the fragrance, balm and lotion game in Seoul and beyond. It’s also incredibly chic (and beloved by one Jennie Kim).

5. Glow Recipe

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Where to shop in Australia: Mecca and Amazon.

The Watermelon Glow Drops have a cult following, and for good reason. After working together for L’Oreal, Christine Chang and Sarah Lee founded the fruit-infused brand in 2017. What started as a Korean skincare market place has evolved into what is now referred to as Glow Recipe, which each product highlighting the benefits of a singular fruit.

6. Innisfree

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Where to shop in Australia: Innisfree website, Adore Beauty, Sephora and Kanvas Beauty.

What can we say? Any brand inspired by a Yeats poem can only be poetry in motion for us. Innisfree is a holistic skincare brand, using the natural ingredients found on Jeju island to enhance skin in the cleanest way possible. With an array of moisturisers, clay masks and serums, they truly have everything covered.

7. Some By Mi

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Where to shop in Australia: Adore Beauty, Kanvas Beauty, KBeauty Australia, STYLE STORY, Nudie Glow, and BONIIK. SomeByMi products are also available at Myer, W Cosmetics, and NF Beauty.

There are not enough hours in the day to praise this brand. Using a truly innovative array of natural ingredients, the AHA serum is certifiably insane for how rebalancing it is; evening out the skin and giving it an extra boost of hydration.

8. Dr. Jart+

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Where to shop in Australia: Mecca, Kanvas Beauty, STYLE STORY, Oz Hair & Beauty, BONIIK, Lila Beauty and Amazon.

Since it was founded in 2004, Dr. Jart+ has fostered a prolific presence in the land of beauty. The name is an abbreviation of “doctor joins art,” which captures the way the brand aims to marry dermatological science and art. If you’re looking to ease your way into its product range, we suggest starting with one of the popular Rubber masks, before proceeding onto its Cicapair line infused with soothing tiger grass.

9. Saturday Skin

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Where to shop in Australia: Sephora, REVOLVE, Beauty Amora and Amazon.

As its name suggests, Saturday Skin’s philosophy is all about the relaxed, stress-free pace of the weekend. Every product works hard, so you can take the day off. Formulated with seven potent peptides, we’re big fans of the Waterfall Glacier Water Cream and its affordable price point.

10. Then I Met You

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Where to shop in Australia: Then I Met You and Space NK.

The brainchild of Soko Glam co-founder, Charlotte Cho, Then I Met You was born in 2018 and is loosely based around the Korean concept of jeong which, put simply is the rapport, affection and attachment born between two people or a community. The range is small and carefully curated with hero ingredients like persimmon, ginseng, and fermented rice.

11. Beauty of Joseon

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Where to shop in Australia: Adore Beauty, Chemist Warehouse, Kanvas Beauty, Myer, Amazon, KBeauty Australia, Priceline Pharmacy, Beauty Amora, BONIIK, and NF Beauty.

As is a common theme in K-beauty, Beauty of Joseon operates on the belief that skin-healing is achieved through application of traditional herbal ingredients and plants. The serums are a crowd favourite and the Dynasty Cream is a holy grail product for a close friend, who has replenished her stock four times. We’re eyeing off the newly-introduced Daily Tinted Fluid Sunscreen, the brand’s first 100% mineral tinted sunscreen that hydrates and conceals as it protects.

12. Abib

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Where to shop in Australia: Amazon, Stash Beauty Co, STYLE STORY, and Lila Beauty

Abib stands for “the first month”, a sentiment that strives towards pure cosmetics from the very foundation of your skincare regimen. With external pollutants and general wear and tear, Abib aims to return the skin cycle back to its prime, natural complexion. It’s minimalist, thoughtfully-designed packaging is a drawcard, and the high-efficacy products are enough to keep you refilling, time after time.

13. Isntree

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Where to shop in Australia: Glam Raider, Oz Hair & Beauty, Kanvas Beauty, Keoji, Cosme Hut, KBeauty Australia, shop cosy, BONIIK, Kiko & Beauty, and style story.

The brainchild of skin-blogger turned entrepreneur, Jinwoo Kim, Isntree looks to science to formulate products that centre pure and clean ingredients. With eco-friendly packaging and a focus on green ingredients, Isntree products are designed for all skin types, especially the more sensitive among us.

14. Klairs

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Where to shop in Australia: Adore Beauty, Salon Style, Chemist Warehouse, Oz Hair and Beauty, BONIIK, Kanvas Beauty, and Nudie Glow.

An affordable brand with high-quality formulations, Klairs is loved by dermatologists and refuses to test on animals. Founded in 2010, Klairs originally set out to create thoughtful products for people with sensitive skin. All these years later its skin-soothing qualities have hit cult status.

15. Belif

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Where to shop in Australia: Kanvas Beauty, Nudie Glow, Amazon, BONIIK, Stylevana and eBay Australia.

Favouring anti-inflammatory naturally-derived ingredients, Belif ,finds its way on the yearly lists of beauty favourites for good reason.

16. Cosrx

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Where to shop in Australia: Adore Beauty, Chemist Warehouse, Myer, Amazon, BONIIK, Keoji, Nudie Glow,

COSRX Snail Mucin Essence. Famed for its use of snail secretion to repair and hydrate skin, all products provide the skin with a wonderful glow and bounciness. Apart from calming and relaxing the skin, it’s also an excellent form of hydration. Check out the sunscreen collection when you have another moment.

17. Banila Co

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Where to shop in Australia: Adore Beauty, STYLE STORY, Kanvas Beauty, NF BEAUTY, Pharmacoo Wholesale, BONIIK, W Cosmetics and Amazon.

A Korean beauty brand that’s amassed a cult-like following, Banila Co. has revolutionised the art of the cleaning balm. After all, the first step to good application of make up is good skin. Equal parts smoothening oil and cleansing balm, there’s a 3-for-1 purpose in a singular disc.

18. I’m From

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Where to shop in Australia: Adore Beauty, Nudie Glow, BONIIK, shop cosy, and Dubuypk.

Transparency, honesty, and a Korean philosophy of minimalism, these are all touchpoints of skincare brand I’m From. The Honey Mask and Ginseng Toner are sell-outs, and for good reason. Fine line reductions and rejuvenation, we’re all about.

19. Amore Pacific

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Where to shop in Australia: Mecca.

AMORE PACIFIC wants ‘to send its love out to the West’. Antioxidant rich, most of the skincare line draws from green tea extracts with a native botanical focus. The extracts are sourced singularly from plants in private gardens of the brand’s. Signed, sealed and delivered. When winter rolls around, lather us in the Time Response Skin Reserve Intensive Cream, please.

20. Skin1004

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Where to shop in Australia: Chemist Warehouse, Amazon, La Cosmetique, Lila Beauty, BONIIK, KBeauty Australia and shop cosy.

Skin1004 is bursting with 100 % Centella Asiatica Extract, offering intense hydration and complexion-toning for dark spots. Perfect for sensitive skin, the brand is a pioneer of mild skincare.

21. A’Pieu

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Where to shop in Australia: Style Story, Nudie Glow, Stash Beauty Co, Pharmacoo Wholesale and shop cosy.

With a focus on calming balms, toners and Mulberry extracts in their range of skincare, A’Pieu is the latest in the game revolutionising Korean skincare. Masks, sunscreen, lipbalms and tinted SPF foundations are all enhanced with their top-tier list of natural ingredients.

22. Heimish

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Where to shop in Australia: STYLE STORY, Kanvas Beauty, KBeauty Australia, BONIIK, Kiko & Beauty, NF Beauty and Lila Beauty.

Heimish has mastered the art of everyday skincare with a minimalist sensibility. Best known for its cult-favourite All Clean Balm, the brand champions gentle, effective formulas that put skin health first, all while leaning into a clean aesthetic that feels more self-care than skincare.

23. Aestura

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Where to shop in Australia: Nudie Glow Australia and Beauty Amora.

Rooted in dermatological science and wrapped in sleek, clinical cool, Korean skincare brand Aestura is all about barrier care. Known for its skin-soothing formulas that cater to sensitivity and hydration, Aestura blends pharmaceutical-grade research with a minimalist approach to beauty. It’s the brand you reach for when your skin is in SOS mode, but still want your routine to feel like a ritual. Clean, calm, and quietly powerful.

24. Medicube

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Where to shop in Australia: Adore Beauty, W Cosmetics, Lilia Beauty, La Cosmetique, and BONIIK.

Chances are, you’ve seen Medicube splashed across your social media feeds. And yes, it lives up to the hype. From glass-skin giving toner pads, to that viral peel-off mask, there’s a product to solve just about every skincare woe.

25. TIRTIR

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Where to shop in Australia: Adore Beauty, KBeauty Australia.

TIRTIR first caught our attention for its skin-perfecting cushion foundation, but the brand is also responsible for some incredible skincare products, too. From eye creams to serums, there’s lots to love courtesy of TIRTIR.

Is Korean Beauty really better?

Of course, there is no single best beauty brand. It’s all about personal preference.

But for many who are looking for smooth, bouncy and ultra-hydrated skin, Korean Beauty brands can offer something different from products in Western markets which often focus on exfoliation, regeneration and mature skin solutions.

Some people find that Korean Beauty works very well for their skin and skin type. Others could prefer skincare that targets different aspects.

Beauty Archives - RUSSH

Maggie Hewitt on affordable skincare, Eucalyptus showers and the rituals that got her through pregnancy

What’s your earliest beauty-related memory?

What was the first product you ever owned?

How has your approach to beauty evolved over the years?

I imagine becoming a mum has also altered this in some way?

What does your current morning routine look like?

What about your evening routine?

You’re probably getting less sleep than ever right now, but what do you take before bed? Is there anything you find helps with sleep?

What products do you repurchase the most?

Last beauty trend you got sucked into?

It’s a Sunday and you’ve got a few extra minutes to do something for yourself, beauty-wise. What products are you reaching for?

What’s your ultimate beauty indulgence?

Tell me about the beauty direction and skin prep for your most recent Maggie Marilyn campaign?

What act of self-care (skincare, movement, wellness – anything big or small) instantly improves your mood if it’s been a day?

Who’s beauty, or approach to beauty, do you admire?

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Want to smell one in a million? Scent layering is the fragrance hack you need to know

What is scent layering?

Will scent layering make my perfume last longer?

How to layer your scents:

1. Layer your signature scent

2. Wear two or three fragrances at once to create a custom mix

What are some powerful scent layering combinations?

Ellis Brooklyn Vanilla Milk and Diptyque Orpheon

PHLUR Heavy Cream with PHLUR Vanilla Skin

DS & Durga I Don’t Know What with Glossier You

Tom Ford Oud Wood with Le Labo Rose 31

Byredo Bal D’Afrique & Chloé Eau de Parfum Naturalle

9 illuminating ‘glow drop’ serums that will convince you to ditch foundation

Firstly, what is a ‘glow drop’?

Best glow drops according to our own hands-on testing

1. Drunk elephant B-Goldi Bright Drops

2. RAAIE Sun Milk Drops

3. Caudalie Self-Tan Sun Drops

4. Glow Recipe Watermelon Glow Niacinamide Dew Drops

5. Glossier Futuredew

6. Dr. Barbara Sturm Glow Drops

7. Pai The Impossible Glow

8. Naked Sundays CabanaGlo Glow Serum Drops

9. Clinique Sun-Kissed Face Gelee Complexion Multitasker

25 of the best Korean beauty brands to have on your radar

First, What is Korean Beauty or K-Beauty?

Best Korean Beauty and skincare brands

1. Sulwhasoo

2. Laneige

3. Peach and Lily

4. Tamburins

5. Glow Recipe

6. Innisfree

7. Some By Mi

8. Dr. Jart+

9. Saturday Skin

10. Then I Met You

11. Beauty of Joseon

12. Abib

13. Isntree

14. Klairs

15. Belif

16. Cosrx

17. Banila Co

18. I’m From

19. Amore Pacific

20. Skin1004

21. A’Pieu

22. Heimish

23. Aestura

24. Medicube

25. TIRTIR

Is Korean Beauty really better?

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12 perfumes that are just as smoky and intoxicating as Santal 33

More Australian sunscreens may have SPFs lower than advertised

A whistle blower found a zinc base formula tested lower than its claimed SPF

The two companies under scrutiny are base formula supplier Advance ZincTek and sunscreen manufacturer VeganicSKN

Why are so many sunscreens allegedly failing post-consumer testing?

Do we have a list of the potentially affected sunscreens?

These are the best makeup bags, according to ‘RUSSH’