The Best Liquid Foundations For Every Concern

Here at Carousel HQ there’s always lots of testing and swatching going on, and this week I’ve been trying out tonnes of different liquid foundations to bring you a roundup of the newest and best products we’ve seen for every concern. Read on for more. Best For Oily Skin Liquid foundation and I have a love/hate…

ByIantha Yu14/05/2015

Careers Homes

A Chat With Nicole Eckels From Glasshouse Fragrances

There’s three things that can really make a house, a home. First, it’s the presence of your loved ones - be it your partner, pet, or even parents. Second, you need lots of comfortable furniture to make your living space as functional as possible. And lastly, you want your home to smell as lived-in and…

ByIantha Yu12/05/2015

Anti-Ageing Hair Skin & Body

The Best Serums For Every Skin Concern

I’ll make a naughty confession here - I don’t use moisturiser much. After cleansing my face, I usually massage a few drops of serum into my skin without following through with any other products. Why? Well in my opinion, a super-charged serum is enough for my skin… and it works for me. Serums are loaded…

ByIantha Yu11/05/2015

Hair Skin & Body

Kosmea Founder Marie Jenkins Tells How She Built Her Beauty Empire

One thing immediately came to mind when the brand name Kosmea popped up in my inbox: certified organic rosehip oil. The nourishing elixir has been a best-seller for yonks, and I couldn’t want to find out more about the brains of the brand. She’s worked hard at building her empire for 21 years and was the…

ByIantha Yu09/05/2015

Hair Skin & Body

Want Brighter Skin? You’ll Love These Whitening Beauty Products

It’s the kind of product that always sells out in Asia and finally they’re starting to take off on Aussie shores. Pigmentation is the most obvious sign of sun damage and ageing, and the new wave of whitening products are ace at brightening (not scarily bleaching) your complexion. Read on for my favourite products that…

ByIantha Yu08/05/2015

Hair Skin & Body

What’s A Real Man To You?

I grew up in a semi-traditional Chinese family that never really showed each other emotions of fear, sadness or pain. I’ve got a Dad who loves a good laugh just like any other parent, but I’ve never seen him cry or be overly emotional about anything. He remains stone-cold when it comes to revealing his…

ByIantha Yu07/05/2015

Hair Skin & Body

Everything’s Coming Up Roses… Try Our Favourite Hair Trend Now!

Meet the next best thing to shiny, blonde hair that celebs like Katy Perry, Blake Lively and Kate Hudson adore. Read on for our guide to caring for beautiful rose gold highlights. Colour If you’re thinking about topping up your blonde hair with some pink highlights, good news - this hair trend is perfect…

ByIantha Yu06/05/2015

Arts & Culture Celeb Style News & Trends

How Sarah Jessica Parker Stole The Show At The MET Ball 2015 Clad In H&M

The biggest stars put on their best party frocks and faces for the annual Met Ball, which had the theme “Chinese: Through The Looking Glass” to celebrate the 100th birthday of the Met’s Department of Asian Art. Here’s our roundup of the most interesting looks. Image courtesy of Instagram Model, singer-songwriter and guitarist Karen Elson…

ByIantha Yu05/05/2015

Hair Skin & Body

Everything You Wanted To Know About Botox

Ever been curious about getting Botox? We spoke to Dr James Southwell-Keely about everything to do with the procedure. What is Botox? Botox is a purified chemical compound produced in a lab that replicates the action of a naturally occurring substance found in nature. Is Botox only suitable for the face? No, Botox is used extensively throughout the…

ByIantha Yu05/05/2015

Hair Skin & Body Make-Up News & Trends

How To Pamper Your Mum This Mother’s Day

Make the day all about her with a pampering experience set up at home. You just need a few products and you’re set - read on for more. For teeth What’s the first thing you notice about someone? For me, it’s always their smile. While you have your mum at home, have her pop on…

ByIantha Yu04/05/2015