It’s already that time of the year again when it’s getting darker and colder by the day. And this is the time most of us find it difficult to stick to those healthy eating and exercise regimes we put in place after the holiday blowout. Well, no need to be swayed from your goals because even though reaching for your favourite foods may soothe your winter blues, we’ll show you how to reclaim your energy, the healthy way, in our article on page 84.

It’s also that season when our skin is crying out for moisture. On page 76 we kick off our winter beauty school session with some go-to skin solutions for a healthy, hydrated and glowing complexion this winter – no filter needed!

Almost everyone is guilty of being over-enthusiastic with their Instagram posts, but while it’s fun to create a picturesque online presence, there’s no denying that the perception of the ‘perfect’ life online can cause us to be swept up into a spiral of fake reality. So maybe it’s time to stop and smell the roses and take a look at the truth behind Instagram in our article, ‘A filtered life’ (page 28).

There’s no doubt that social media platforms have influenced the everincreasing popularity of cosmetic procedures. If your newsfeed is anything like mine, it’s full of beautiful big lips and sleek, contoured bodies. So turn to page 48 and hazard a guess at which procedures are hot (or not) in our cosmetic surgery trends feature. While there are some old favourites there are some surprising new entries on the list.

As always, our beauty pages are packed full of tried and tested products and lots of new and shiny makeup must-haves. Whether you stick to the basics or aren’t afraid of experimenting, we take a look at the top makeup personalities to take you from day to night (page 20). We also showcase some of the latest fragrances to hit the shelves and take a lesson in the art of perfumery. To top (knot) it off, on page 100 we bring you the tips and tools for this season’s new head-turning hairstyle and you’ll be surprised what’s making a comeback!

Visit us online at www.cosbeauty.com.au where you can download your free digital edition of this issue. You’ll also find a heap of great beauty tips and tricks, Australia’s largest practitioner and product directory, and weekly articles on beauty, cosmetic surgery, lifestyle and fitness.

Michelle Kearney
Editor-in-Chief
michelle@bellamedia.com.au

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