You've got something old, something new and something borrowed — but have you got something blue? Finding that special blue touch to take you through your big day doesn't have to mean an object, it can of course apply to beauty! We've got 10 lovely options for you, bride-to-be.
Bridal Beauty: Top 5 Waterproof Mascaras
So we've gone and done a lot of crying in order to choose our top five waterproof mascaras. All jokes aside, though, your wedding day is probably the one day in your life you can guarantee you will cry, so it's important to turn up prepared. Waterproof mascara isn't everyone's cup of tea day-to-day, but it is the perfect bridal beauty product. We've gone for staying power, volume and a smooth consistency. Click through.
Product Review: Shu Uemura Art Of Hair
The colder months tend to wreak havoc on my hair – it starts to play funny tricks and I can only assume the reason it’s so dry and dull is because I’ve had a little too much fun in the sun. Since we’re only months away from the cold season, it’s time to give those tresses some extra TLC. You might know Shu Uemura from their skincare and beauty products, but they have recently launched a very exciting haircare line called, Art Of Hair. So, I’ve given my usual shampoo and conditioner the flick and decided to give their Full Shimmer Illuminating range a go, and I'm so glad I did. Keep reading to find out why.
April Must Haves: Things You Need to Own This Month
Easter has been and gone, but that doesn't mean treat time is over, too! There's a whole new crop of shiny, new, innovative, age-correcting and nice smelling products on the market this month, and we've edited it down to the 10 must-haves. From a face illuminator that has the beauty industry in a buzz, to a power serum will act like a force field on your face! Click through.
Sofia Vergara May Prove That Blondes Have More Fun
- The busty brunette has taken her hair a few shades lighter — BellaSugar
- A day in the life of Estée Lauder's Constance Jablonski — Estée Lauder
- Cara Delevingne got a little cheeky, with cropped pink hair — i-D
- Nicole Trunfio goes high hair for her music single release — Modelinia
- What a curl wants, with Ashley Madekwe — Joico
- Charlotte Stockdale's cool Jo Malone bottle makeover — WWD
- Another amazing Shu Uemera collaboration — Refinery 29
- Room scenting without flames — Into The Gloss

- The busty brunette has taken her hair a few shades lighter — BellaSugar
- A day in the life of Estée Lauder's Constance Jablonski — Estée Lauder
- Cara Delevingne got a little cheeky, with cropped pink hair — i-D
- Nicole Trunfio goes high hair for her music single release — Modelinia
- What a curl wants, with Ashley Madekwe — Joico
- Charlotte Stockdale's cool Jo Malone bottle makeover — WWD
- Another amazing Shu Uemera collaboration — Refinery 29
- Room scenting without flames — Into The Gloss
Facial Oil Is Actually Good For Oily Skin — Yes, It's True!
If you have oily skin, the last thing you want to put on your face is more oil, right? Think again. Using the right oils can actually help moisturise acne-prone skin and balance your sebum production. "Plant and nut oils are ideal for moisturising an oily skin type," explains Annet King, director of global education for Dermalogica. "Essential oils from plants, roots, and flowers also have the added benefits of calming and soothing skin, while maintaining antibacterial and aromatherapy properties." In turn, botanically derived oils help to replenish barrier lipids that get stripped away during harsh weather conditions. And because they're lighter in texture, these antioxidant-packed types of oils won't clog follicles. See more tips on using facial oils on oily skin when you read more.
4 Quick Ways to Make Your Eyes Appear Larger
Whether you're in a constant battle with your eye shape or just trying to look more alert without that third cup of coffee, larger, wider eyes can be yours. Even if you weren't blessed with eyes like Zooey Deschanel, there are a few easy tricks you can pull out to make your peepers pop. Embrace your makeup, brush up on your colours, and look more alert with these simple steps:
- Try white eyeliner: Lining your water line with a white eyeliner, like Shu Uemura Eye Light Pencil in White ($30), will make the whites of your eyes appear larger. This illusion will actually make your eyes appear larger, too.
- Curl your lashes: This may seem like an unnecessary step, but curling your lashes opens up your eyes. Add two coats of a volume-boosting mascara, like Rimmel London Lash Accelerator Mascara ($17.95), for an extra pop.
- Ease up on black liner: If you have especially small eyes, make sure to not use a heavy hand when applying your liner to your upper lid. Instead, lightly line close to your lash line. The smaller line will help accentuate your lashes, which make your eyes appear wider, while a heavy line will only weigh down your lids.
- Use lighter colours: Darker colours may draw more attention to your eyes, but they can also make your eyes look smaller. If you're trying to appear more awake and alert, opt for colours like taupe, pink, or sand. These will attract light to your eyes instead of losing them.
Editors' Picks: Dear Santa, Can We Please Have...
We've been hard at work bringing you Christmas gifts guides for beach babes, boyfriends, best friends and even your boss; but now it's time to tell you what we want from Santa! The Sugar editors are privy to the latest and greatest news when it comes to beauty products and treatments, and it just so happens that we've been keeping a list. Santa, baby, we've been very good...
2012 Christmas Gift Guides: The Classicist
If there's a lady in your life — whether it be your bestie, boss, mum or nan — who's very well-kept, neat and chic; chances are she's a bit of a classicist when it comes to makeup. She'll more than likely stick to a brand's hero products, and she probably has a very good idea of what she likes in terms of finish, texture, pigment and scent. So. What to buy her for Christmas? We've got 10 fail safe ideas, and we know she'll use all of them. Want more Christmas present ideas? See our other gift guides!
2012 Christmas Gift Guides: Beauty Tools
What do you get the girl who has everything? Beauty tools, that's what! If you want to spend a wee bit more than $20 on a gift, a luxe brush set is something many women would never buy for themselves, and the same goes for the more expensive styling tools like a ghd Styler or the Cloud Nine The Wand. And then there's the icons like the Shu Uemura Eyelash Curler (in 24K gold!) and the self tanning must-haves to consider. Step on in...





