As we wrap up the emotional rollercoaster that was 2020, we’re excited to ring in the New Year with hope for a fresh start.

Many of us are doing it tough, so if there’s one thing we want to take with us into 2021, it’s the focus on self-care – looking after ourselves should always be a priority. Our quotes in this issue (page 14) are all about drawing on our inner strengths as well as keeping a positive attitude.

Beauty rituals have been all-important during this tumultuous year, helping to boost our moods and provide a creative outlet, and we have packed the pages of this issue with the season’s must-have beauty products and wellness advice.

To help get you get in the festive spirit, we’ve curated our favourite makeup must- haves for sun-kissed days and steamy summer eves in our Day to Night Makeup feature on page 70, alongside the impressively simple hair hacks to make you dazzle this holiday season (page 82).

We also round up the best-in-class summer body products to smooth skin and turn up the glow (page 64) and take a closer look at a new and nano-free physical sunscreen (page 56).

If 2021 is the year to put your best face forward, you won’t want to miss our in- depth feature on non-surgical facial enhancement on page 90. From ‘tox and fillers to laser and microneedling, these are the ‘tweakments’ to help you turn back time and enhance your natural beauty. Quality skincare goes hand in hand with facial rejuvenation – and we get the lowdown on why a skincare routine is our biggest weapon against ageing on page 42.

We had so much fun putting together our Christmas Gift Guide (page 100) – no matter who you need to buy a present for this holiday season, we’ve got your covered. For more gift inspiration, you’ll also want to read our Summer Notes fragrance feature on page 112, where we examine the power of perfume and tips for choosing the right fragrance.

It feels like it’s extra important this year to embrace the sense of sanctuary the holiday season offers us and to be grateful for our health and loved ones. Do things that inspire you and give you joy, flaunt your authentic self and never save the “good” stuff for later. With the right attitude – and beauty tools – anything is possible.

Here’s to a much happier and safer 2021.

Michelle Kearney

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

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