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Urban Jungle to launch into Sephora
After taking TikTok by storm, Australian-born beauty brand, Urban Jungle, will expand its footprint in Australia and New Zealand, launching online and in-store with leading beauty retailer Sephora.
Founded in 2021, Urban Jungle is a unique powerhouse brand set on disrupting the beauty industry by becoming the new choice for innovative, attainable and easy-to-use products. Much like Sephora, the brand
embraces inclusivity and helps people fearlessly tackle life with swagger and confidence. And hey, they’re cute to boot!
The Urban Jungle collection is built around skinimalism and promises great skin in five easy steps. Their popular beauty arsenal features five hero products and one cute addition - Melt Me Softly Cleansing Balm, Dust It Off Exfoliating Powder, Hemp Seed Clay Mask, Glow With The Flow Serum, and its newest Plump Fiction Face Oil and Beauty Spot Pimple Patches, made in collaboration with social media and body positivity
icon, Karina Irby.
The brand is not here to break the bank either - all Urban Jungle products will be available to purchase for under $50 AUD at Sephora Australia and New Zealand. They pair effective and cruelty free Korean
formulations at an affordable price point so you don’t have to fork out truckloads of cash for skincare products that actually work.
“I’m excited to see Urban Jungle in the hands of Sephora’s most diverse, unique and beautiful people. I can’t wait for customers to discover Urban Jungle in-store and connect with a brand that represents them and
celebrates them. Whether it be our best-selling Melt Me Softly Cleansing Balm or our signature Hemp Day Clay Mask, we promise accessibility to every Sephora customer. Affordability is a big part of inclusivity for us,
so to be able to support people in creating an accessible, easy-to-use (and efficacious) beauty routine fills me with pride” says Urban Jungle’s founder, Paul Tsalikis.
“[Sephora] are innovators, fiercely passionate about self-expression and are home to a renowned portfolio of prestige beauty. Together, we’re paving the way for confidence, authenticity and great skin.”
Urban Jungle will be available at all Sephora Australia and New Zealand stores and online at sephora.com.au from Wednesday April 5, 2023.
Chemcorp announced as the new Australian distributor of PRO:VOKE® TOUCH OF SILVER
Chemcorp International is thrilled to announce that it is the new Australian distributor of PRO:VOKE® TOUCH OF SILVER.
Managing Director of Chemcorp International, Jodie Phillips, is looking forward to the partnership, with the brand joining its already extensive list of clientele.
“We are thrilled to welcome PRO:VOKE® TOUCH OF SILVER into our family of at-home beauty essentials for Australian women," said Phillips. "Having launched in the 1970’s, PRO:VOKE® TOUCH OF SILVER was the original purple shampoo formulated specifically for blonde, platinum, white and grey hair colour. Over 50 years on, it is still the trusted and go-to haircare brand blonde, silvers and everything in between. The core range is available now in Woolworths, Coles, Priceline, and Chemist Warehouse, with new additions to the range coming later this year.”
Along with PRO:VOKE® TOUCH OF SILVER, Chemcorp represents brands such as Real Techniques, EcoTools and 1000Hour to name a few.
PRO:VOKE® TOUCH OF SILVER is available now in Woolworths, Coles, Priceline and Chemist Warehouse.
Palmer's launches new hair care range
Palmer’s has welcomed a brand-new hair care range – Palmer’s Cocoa Butter Formula Length Retention. The new range features the ingredient that the brand is best known for, Cocoa Butter, combined with powerhouse hair hero, Biotin, creating the perfect formula to strengthen brittle, fragile hair and prevent breakage and split ends. Alongside this launch, Palmer’s has released a new look Palmer’s Coconut Oil Formula Moisture Boost range.
Formulated with raw, extra-virgin coconut oil, the range helps to repair and restore dry, damaged or colour-treated hair with a blend of ingredients that naturally promote long-lasting hydration for hair strands and the scalp. Both product ranges also feature Vitamin E – a natural antioxidant that supports scalp health to foster a healthy base while improving hair strength and shine. Each of Palmer’s hair care product ranges champion the brand’s signature natural ingredients known and loved from their skin care products, treating the hair and scalp with a skincare approach.
Palmer’s Cocoa Butter Formula Length Retention range - for brittle, fragile, breakage-prone hair
Formulated with three key ingredients – ethically and sustainably sourced Cocoa Butter, Biotin and Vitamin E – to help hair achieve its optimal length, leaving it feeling full, strong and healthy. Cocoa Butter contains ultra-nourishing properties that work with hair strands as well as scalp to maintain the optimal moisture balance. Biotin strengthens hair strands and helps to optimise the natural hair growth cycle to promote fullness and prevent breakage. Vitamin E provides antioxidant properties that supports scalp health and hair strength. Products in this new range include a nourishing Shampoo, ultra-hydrating Conditioner, a deep-conditioning Biotin Pack repair mask, a Deep Conditioner hair and scalp treatment and a Leave-in Conditioner that gently detangles and moisturises.
Palmer’s Coconut Oil Formula Moisture Boost range (new look) - for dry, damaged or colour-treated hair
Three naturally derived ingredients – ethically sourced Extra Virgin Coconut Oil, Tahitian Monoi and Vitamin E – work together to deeply lock in moisture from root to tip, leaving hair feeling hydrated and soft. Raw Coconut Oil contains fatty acids that quickly and deeply absorb into the hair strands, adding and sealing in moisture to keep hair hydrated and soft. Tahitian Monoi increases moisture and restores elasticity, while leaving a delicate, indulgent, tropical scent. Vitamin E is a natural antioxidant that supports scalp health and restores hair shine. Products in this new look range include a deeply hydrating Shampoo, a nourishing Conditioner, an intensive strengthening Protein Pack treatment, a Deep Conditioner hair mask and a conditioning Leave in Conditioner spray. Both ranges are free from nasties such as sulfates, parabens, phthalates, mineral oil, gluten and dyes.
Palmer’s Cocoa Butter Formula Length Retention range and Palmer’s Coconut Oil Formula Moisture Boost range are now available in Chemist Warehouse and range from $3.99 for a 60g single-use Biotin or Protein treatment pack to $21.99 for a 340g Deep Conditioner multi-use treatment mask.
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Francesca Hung is the newest face of Swisse Beauty
Francesca Hung was today announced as the newest face of Australian vitamin and skincare brand Swisse Beauty. In line with the announcement, the Swisse Beauty Glow campaign went live nationally on Monday March 6, featuring Francesca in addition to a cover feature with Australian Women’s Health. Swisse Beauty’s Glow campaign highlights the benefits of the brand’s targeted range of science-backed supplements and skincare.
The glowing beauty has had a stellar career to date, and is ready to turn a new leaf by focusing on her new Ambassador role in addition to filming for a career highlight role, set to be announced in the coming months. Preparing for her upcoming wedding in late 2023, Francesca has never been more ready for the most exciting chapter of her life.
“What I’ve learnt over the years is that when you’re taking care of your wellness from within, you really glow from the outside, so am excited to expand on and foster this further, as the new face of Swisse Beauty” said Hung. “As a Chinese and Irish-Australian woman, growing up in Australia I struggled with not fitting into the traditional beauty norms - but over the years I’ve learned to love the skin I’m in – inside and out. I’m proud to support a brand that celebrates beauty from the inside first – because that’s really what matters.”
Francesca Hung is an Australian actor, presenter and media personality. Alongside her modelling commitments, she has been the face of E! Australia and has highly anticipated media roles in the works for 2023. Swisse Beauty products are available to purchase from leading retailers including Woolworths, Coles, Chemist Warehouse and online at swisse.com.au. Always read the label and follow directions for use.
Sunday Riley brings its signature glow to Milan Fashion Week
Known for creating the ultimate runway-ready skin on the international fashion circuit, Sunday Riley is delighted to have brought their signature glow to Milan Fashion Week for another season.
Returning as the official skincare partner for the 4th season at Milano Fashion Week, Sunday Riley partnered with Alberta Ferretti, Roberto Cavalli, Max Mara, Philosophy and Tokyo James for their Autumn/Winter ‘23 Collection, bringing radiant skin to the runway.
This season, Sunday Riley chose their top best-selling products to use backstage to reveal luxurious skin before hitting the Milano runway!
To get the skin Runway Ready, they first cleansed with Ceramic Slip Cleanser, massaging it into the skin to remove dirt, oil, pollution, SPF and makeup in just one step.
After cleansing, they treated the skin with Good Genes All-in-One Lactic Acid Treatment by applying 1-2 pumps to clean, dry skin as a leave-on treatment that plumps, exfoliates, brightens and clarifies.
For sensitive skin: Sunday Riley recommends using it as a mask by applying 1-2 pumps, leaving it on for 15 minutes, and rinsing well afterwards.
Next, banish tired-looking eyes by lightly tapping 1-2 pumps of Auto Correct around the eye area. Auto Correct Eye Cream instantly gives a brighter, lifted look, while reducing the appearance of dark circles and puffiness.
To finish this runway-ready routine, scoop a dime-sized amount of C.E.O. Afterglow Brightening Vitamin C Gel Cream and massage it onto the face, neck and décolletage in upward strokes. This revitalising gel cream provides 24 hours of continuous hydration and firms, plumps and brightens the skin.
Sunday Riley is available exclusively at MECCA stores nationwide and mecca.com.au.
Lancôme named official beauty partner of PMFF
Luxury French beauty brand, Lancôme was today announced as the official Beauty Partner of PayPal Melbourne Fashion Festival (PMFF). The nine-day festival will come to life at various locations across Melbourne from 3 –11 March, 2023.
PayPal Melbourne Fashion Festival is a cultural event with fashion at its core. Harnessing Melbourne’s reputation for edgy and artistic events across multiple venues, the festival will execute a glamorous creative and retail takeover of the city and beyond.
Lancôme Beauty Director, Lara Srokowski will lead an artistry team and deliver key beauty looks for the presentation of PMFF-produced runways and events. Lara has worked closely with designers to create beauty looks for each runway and to showcase Lancôme’s suite of products in a reinvigorated light.
“Creativity is woven within the fabric of Melbourne’s culture, so it really is such a wonderful opportunity to experiment with the brand’s products and bring them to life through the runways. Makeup and skincare has the incredible power to completely transform a look and give people the confidence to be unapologetically themselves.”
“I’m so honoured to be working alongside my wonderful team at such an iconic ‘Melbourne’ event, and to witness so many creative industries at play in the one space,” said Srokowski.
On each runway, guests will see effortless glowing skin with Lancôme’s signature trio Advanced Génifique, Rénergie H.C.F Triple Serum and Teint Idôle Ultra Wear foundation, together designed to hydrate and illuminate the skin.
Lancôme Brand Director, Louise Voyage commented on the strong alignment between Lancôme’s and PayPal Melbourne Fashion Festival’s values, who are both committed to bringing communities together to embrace beauty and individuality.
“We are so excited to be partnering with an event synonymous with the heart of Melbourne’s cultural scene and to strengthen Lancôme’s ties to the fashion industry. For 88 years, Lancôme has celebrated beauty in all its forms, so we are proud to champion our progressive and visionary nature into the runways at PayPal Melbourne Fashion Festival and give fashion lovers a peek into the world of Lancôme through our high-performance, luxurious, cutting-edge products,” said Voyage.
As the country’s premier consumer fashion event, the PayPal Melbourne Fashion Festival attracts thousands of people each year as it celebrates the city’s world class fashion industry and fashion in all its forms.
With a diverse program of over 100 events spread across nine days and 60 venues, PMFF is set to welcome locals and visitors to the city to support established and emerging designers as they hone their skills and forge new paths.
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tbh Skincare set to launch in Priceline
tbh Skincare has partnered with Former Miss Universe Australia Olivia Molly Rogers to launch its clinically formulated products into Priceline stores around the country.
It’s a partnership two years in the making; Olivia was first encouraged to try tbh Skincare by a friend in 2021 while going through her own experience with adult acne. It had been a journey she had been sharing openly with her hundreds of thousands of followers online, and one which had left her feeling defeated. Days into trialling tbh Skincare’s cult-favourite (and bestselling) Acne Hack Cream, Olivia was hooked. And, two years on, her breakouts – and acne scars – are a thing of the past. “I tried tbh a couple of years ago and was so relieved to finally find an acne brand that not only helps your skin when it’s breaking out, but also helps to maintain your skin day to day,” says Olivia. “tbh is approachable and fun, which you don’t often see when it comes to acne brands. tbh Skincare has partnered with Former Miss Universe Australia Olivia Molly Rogers to launch its clinically formulated products into Priceline stores around the country. “I love that it is Australian made and run by an incredible mother-daughter powerhouse duo. I feel like tbh and I are a really good match and I am so excited about my partnership with the brand!”
Needless to say tbh Skincare’s cofounder Rachael Wilde is equally excited to be working with Olivia as the brand rolls-out in 400 Priceline stories nationally. Rachael launched tbh Skincare in March 2020 after a “fortuitous” encounter with a groundbreaking new medical technology which can cut through the skin’s biofilm and actually treat the bacteria within. Like Olivia, Rachael had been battling with hormonal acne; like Olivia, she felt like she had tried every other product under the sun, to no avail. Rachael trialled a sample of the technology on her own skin and was convinced. She won the rights to license the product and launched the “miracle” acne treatment that would go on to sell $1M worth of products in just 18 months
For Rachael, it’s Olivia’s own experience with and understanding of the struggle with skin concerns that make her the perfect partner for tbh Skincare’s launch into Priceline. “Olivia has been so transparent about her experience with acne, and shared very raw and real content with her followers about this,” Rachael says. “I feel like this has helped so many people to feel less alone, and less isolated in their struggles with their skin, so we just absolutely adored that about her from the start and knew that when it comes to dealing with acne Olivia could really relate first-hand. “This is the type of partnership we always strive for so we were just over the moon when Olivia agreed to partner with us. And I almost fell off my chair when I found out she had actually bought the products from us in January 2021!”
As one of Priceline’s prized ambassadors, Olivia is now bringing together two of her favourite brands in a move that both she and Rachael see as making tbh Skincare’s clinically proven products accessible to even more people. “When we started considering retail partnerships, Priceline was always the ideal partner we wanted to work with,” Rachael adds. “Not only does it have the pharmacy side of the business, which aligns perfectly with the nature of our treatment products, but it also creates a really accessible environment, which is what we wanted for our customer group. “The last thing we wanted was to make shopping for your breakout products an intimidating experience. We love the approachability and affordability of Priceline, and are absolutely thrilled to be sitting next to some really incredible brands on shelf.” tbh Skincare launches into Priceline stores from the end of March and is available from tbhskincare.com.
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FOREO launches LUNA 4 Body
Swedish skin-tech leader FOREO has been providing the best facial cleanse for over eight years with its famed LUNA facial cleansing devices. Now they welcome the highly anticipated new release – the LUNA™ 4 Body smart massaging brush – the first LUNA device designed specifically for the body.
Like its predecessors, LUNA™ 4 Body is clinically proven to cleanse away 99.5% of dead skin cells, dirt and oil. The gentle T-Sonic™-powered body brush is made from ultra-hygienic silicone designed to mould to your individual curves and contours, delivering soft, smooth, revitalised and invigorated skin after every use.
Made of bacteria-resistant silicone touchpoints, the LUNA™ 4 body is 100% waterproof and 35x more hygienic than brushes with nylon bristles. The device expertly removes dirt, oil and bacteria on the skin, making clogged pores and body breakouts a thing of the past.
The device gently exfoliates away dead skin cells, helping to treat concerns such as razor bumps and ingrown hairs. Its T-Sonic™ massage helps with stimulation and blood flow so that the silicone touchpoints can remove dirt and oil trapped deep within, which will also prep your skin to deeply absorb any creams or lotions you apply afterwards, preventing dry skin.
The LUNA™ 4 Body emits 8,000 pulsations per minute, and the intensity can be adjusted manually through plus and minus buttons on the device to suit your skin’s needs. It also includes an in-built timer (that turns off automatically after 3 minutes), a handy travel lock system and is USB rechargeable (offering up to 100 uses per charge).
The LUNA™ 4 Body is available to purchase for $249 from Myer in three colours – Evergreen, Lavender and Peach Perfect.
The brand will launch the complete LUNA™ 4 range in 2023, which will include the LUNA™ 4, LUNA™ 4 Mini, LUNA™ 4 Plus and the LUNA™ 4 Men. The new generation LUNA range debuted with the palm-sized LUNA™ 4 Go in November 2022, the perfect rechargeable travel cleansing companion.
Drunk Elephant to launch cult-favourite moisturiser in Australia
Listen up, Drunk Elephant fans. The highly anticipated Protini Polypeptide Cream is launching in-store and online at MECCA from Tuesday, February 28. The hydrating moisturiser will be priced at $113 AUD and $132 NZD.
After taking the world by storm, the Protini Polypeptide Cream quickly became the global #1 best-selling moisturiser — a huge effort considering new moisturisers hit the market every single day.
The skincare essential has won over 24 industry awards, including InStyle US Best Beauty Buys, Harper’s BAZAAR US Beauty Award, Allure Best of Beauty and Cosmopolitan Holy Grail Beauty Awards, so it’s fair to say we couldn’t be more excited to get our hands on a little pot of Protini magic.
The Protini Polypeptide Cream is packed with an unprecedented array and concentration of signal peptides, supportive amino acids, and pygmy waterlily for immediate improvement in the appearance of skin’s tone, texture, and firmness. Abundant with proteins and nutrients, it replenishes and restores your skin to a strong, healthy state.
Head to your local MECCA store on Tuesday, February 28, to get your hands on it, or visit www.mecca.com.au.
Grown Alchemist announces new campaign for International Women's Day
In celebration of International Women’s Day, clean beauty brand Grown Alchemist is proud to announce the launch of its Beautifully Brave campaign, designed to champion the sheer resilience and determination of courageous women across the nation.
In support of beautifully brave women, Grown Alchemist will be donating much-needed supplies to two female-focused not-for-profit organisations; Women’s and Girl’s Emergency Centre (WAGEC), which offers support and assistance to women and their families experiencing homelessness or housing insecurity, and St Kilda Mums which provides essential items and care to families in need.
This isn’t the first time the biological beauty brand has partnered with WAGEC. In October 2022, Grown Alchemist held a private shopping event, donating the entire retail value of products sold to assist and support women. The event was a huge success, with over 1,200 full-size units of the brand’s natural skincare products sold raising $30,000 for the charity.
Grown Alchemist founder, Jeremy Mujis is committed to supporting gender equality and advocating for women nationwide.
“These women are some of the bravest people I’ve ever seen, most had nothing but their handbag and their children. The one unifying factor that all these women shared was that they were determined to make a better life.
“Despite having next to nothing, they still had hope. They all shared this incredible determination to improve their situation for themselves and their family. A possessed resilience, power, and courage that was simply incredible,” said Mujis.
Beautifully Brave is a testament to Grown Alchemist’s commitment to promoting equality and empowering women, and the brand encourages its consumers to support this campaign and make a positive impact on the lives of women and their families in need.
Launching Sunday, 19th February, until Wednesday, 8th March, customers can enjoy 30% off and shop the entire Grown Alchemist range online at grownalchemist.com/au/ and at the Retail Lab in Carlton, Melbourne, as well as The Iconic, Adore Beauty and Amazon AU.
For every product purchased, the brand will donate the same product to women's not-for-profit organisations in the hope of giving women and their families a brighter future.
Feel proud of applying your hair, body, and skincare this International Women’s Day; a little will go a long way.