Beauty Blog
CELEBRATING 10 YEARS OF NATURAL BEAUTY
Nude by Nature was created 10 years ago in Sydney. We're proud this year to be celebrating a decade of natural beauty and our Australian heritage. We continue to deliver 100% naturally derived and cruelty-free make-up. Last week we hosted a celebration brunch at the iconic Bondi Icebergs Club in Sydney, with a group of friends of the brand; including make-up artists, beauty editors, writers, celebrities and influencers all toasting our birthday. The event was MC'd by the gorgeous Jesinta Franklin who shared that one of her first brand ambassadorships was with Nude by Nature. Jesinta Franklin & Max May We're thrilled that a decade on from when the brand was created, we continue to be Australia's No. 1 Mineral Make-up brand. From everyone in the Nude by Nature team, we're sending out a MASSIVE THANK YOU for all your love and support in the last 10 years. We truly appreciate it. Check out a few of the images from last week's celebration, all shot by and courtesy of photographer Jack Steel. Elle Ferguson (L) & Caroline Groth (R) Jesinta Franklin (L) & Helen Chik (R) Madeline Cowe (L) & Jayme Jo Massoud (R) Ash Austen, Kelsey Ferencak, Carli Alman (L), Elle Ferguson & Max May (R) Jesinta Franklin with members of the Nude by Nature team Rachael Brook & Holly Phillips (L), Steph Bailey & Michelle Crossan (R) Jadé Tunchy (L) & Michael Brown (R) In a world where everyone is striving for good - good food, good health, a good night’s sleep; our make-up should be good for us too. Nude by Nature is just that. It’s more than cosmetic, it’s good for you. DISCOVER MORE
Australia's No.1 Selling Cosmetic Product
Image courtesy of: @y.a.t.r.i One of the first make-up products we launched 10 years ago was our Natural Mineral Cover Foundation. It soon became a firm favourite in Australia, and today it continues to be Australia's No.1 Selling Cosmetic Product*. We're very proud of this amazing foundation, and it is regarded as being a daily staple for so many who love how easy it is to use, it's non-drying formula and lightweight feel on the skin. As Jesinta Franklin told us about the Natural Mineral Cover in this blog post, "I love the Nude by Nature Natural Mineral Cover Foundation for everyday wear. It provides just enough coverage over your moisturiser, yet is lightweight and perfect for an off duty look." The Natural Mineral Cover Foundation adapts naturally to skin tones, evens out complexion, covers redness and pigmentation, and conceals enlarged pores. The two key ingredients are Jojoba Esters known to nourish the skin and soothing Kaolin Clay which is great for absorbing excess oil. Depending on the look you're creating, it delivers sheer to full coverage for a satin radiant finish, with another benefit being SPF 15 protection. One of the great things about the Natural Mineral Cover Foundation is that it's a great foundation for creating day or night make-up looks. It's perfect to use for example if you're after a quick, natural make-up look for the day, or go for a full coverage look with a bold eye, highlighter and lip such as our Creamy Matte Lipstick for an evening out. If you're after a couple of Natural Mineral Cover application tips, we recently created this How To video with make-up artist Anya Spicer: We're also loving these looks all created with the Natural Mineral Cover Foundation: Images courtesy of L->R: @heidimoustafa, @kimdaoblog, @teegly Are you a fan of the Natural Mineral Cover Foundation? Let us know in the comments if you have any looks you love creating or tips for application. SHOP NATURAL MINERAL COVER FOUNDATION *Data sourced from IRI MarketEdge based on data definitions provided by Nude by Nature. Australia Pharmacy; Category: Cosmetics – Cosmetic Product, Dollars, MAT 27/01/2019.
OUR VEGAN FRIENDLY MAKE-UP PRODUCTS
Nude by Nature is proudly cruelty-free. We're PETA certified and accredited by Choose Cruelty Free. CLICK TO VIEW ALL OF OUR VEGAN FRIENDLY PRODUCTS If you're wondering whether that means if all our products are vegan friendly, the answer is that many of them are. The reason why some of our products are not vegan friendly is because some formulas contain ethically sourced beeswax or lanolin. It's important to note that no animals are harmed in the production of these ingredients. Beeswax is a natural wax produced by honey bees which is known to possess soothing and softening properties, and helps the skin retain moisture. Lanolin is a natural wax found in sheep’s wool, which is known to smooth and moisturise by assisting replenishment of essential lipids to enhance skin's natural moisture retention. All of our vegan friendly core make-up products are listed below. All new and Limited Edition products vegan friendly products can be found here. Please consult the product page or packaging for a full list of ingredients. Complexion: Sheer Glow BB Cream Liquid Mineral Foundation Natural Mineral Cover Foundation Flawless Liquid Foundation Colour Complexion: Mineral Bronzer Sunkissed Pressed Bronzer Finishing: Mineral Finishing Veil Contour & Highlight Collection: Contour Fluid Trio Contour Palette Eye Collection: Shimmering Sands Loose Eyeshadow Natural Illusion Pressed Eyeshadow Natural Illusion Eyeshadow Trio Natural Wonders Eye Palette Contour Eye Pencil Definition Eyeliner Brow Collection: Defining Brow Pencil Natural Definition Brow Palette Lip Collection: Defining Lip Pencil Creamy Matte Lipstick Brushes & Kits: All of our make-up brushes and bags are vegan friendly and cruelty-free. SHOP COLLECTION
VOGUE WILLIAMS SHARES HER LOVE FOR NATURAL MAKE-UP
We're thrilled to have formed an ambassador partnership with Vogue Williams in the UK. The gorgeous TV presenter, DJ and model, 33, recently sat down to discuss her love for natural make-up and why cleaning up her beauty routine since having her first child, Theo, with TV star Spencer Matthews has been so important. She also shared more about her experience of adult acne, how she creates fuller lips and her love of daily exercise. Read our chat below: Nude by Nature (NbN): What attracted you to Nude by Nature? Vogue: What attracted me most was that the products are made with 100% natural ingredients. Nude by Nature is a beautiful make-up brand with the best nude lip liners and lipsticks. My favourite lip product is probably the Moisture Infusion Lipgloss in Bare 01. Now that I have a baby I do think more about what I’m putting on my skin because he’s always touching my face and puts his mouth on my chin. I only started thinking about that recently. I eat healthily, I have a good skincare routine, and then I was putting any old make-up on my face. I thought why am I not thinking about the make-up I put on my face when I look after it so well with my skincare products? Now, with Nude by Nature, I know that what I’m putting on my skin is really good and long-lasting. It’s beautiful make-up that’s good for you. Moisture Infusion Lipgloss NbN: Did it surprise you that it’s so natural but also efficacious? Vogue: I don’t like spending hours and hours on my make-up - I don’t have the time. This morning, my make-up took 20 minutes. The quality of the Nude by Nature products is excellent, and they’re quick and easy to use. You only have to apply concealer, the Natural Mineral Cover Foundation all over your face and you have a gorgeous base - done. I used to worry that powder foundation would look cakey, you don’t want that look with make-up at all, however this powder doesn’t look like that at all. Natural Mineral Cover Foundation I’ll wear Nude by Nature to the gym and it will stay on my face. Either I’m not working hard enough, or it’s really good! It’s great to have products that work plus you know are good for your skin. NbN: Which Nude by Nature products will you not be able to live without now? Vogue: The lipsticks, the lip liners, the lipgloss - I love them all! There’s also the gorgeous Soft Focus Illuminator - you can mix it into your primer, plus the Beach Glow Liquid Highlighters are amazing. They look like a lipgloss, and are especially good on the inside of your eyes; they wake you up. They set fast so you do need to work with them quickly, however they are very cool. NbN: For someone new to the brand which product do you recommend they try first? Vogue: I know the hero product is the Natural Mineral Cover Foundation but I really love the Flawless Liquid Foundation. I think if you look at a new make-up brand a good way to judge them is with the foundation. The Nude by Nature Flawless Liquid Foundation is fab; it’s a liquid and a lot of people use liquid. Although, I do think the powder is very handy, and if you want to do a quick make-up look, then the Natural Mineral Cover Foundation is the one for you. Flawless Liquid Foundation NbN: What is your AM/PM skincare routine? Vogue: At night, I take off all my make-up, I use different cleansers - right now I’m using one called Skin Theory. I love IMAGE products, Dermalogica, and Neostrata has amazing products. I have a Lancer cleanser that’s amazing too. There is a girl in Ireland called the Skin Nerd and she sent me this make-up remover mitt, it’s a face cloth that gets your mascara, everything off. I double cleanse and then I use the mitt and you’re not left with any residue. Then, I put on a serum, face cream and eye cream. In the morning I would apply serum and day cream with SPF. Always, always SPF. NbN: Are there any make-up tips you’ve picked up since working in show business? Vogue: I love over-lining my lips. Literally over the top line of your top lip with a nude shade that matches your lip colour. Then, colour your lips in with the pencil. It looks like you have an extra millimetre on your lips, and they do look bigger. Don’t go overboard though as it may look a bit crazy, but I do love over-lining my lips. NbN: How did having acne change your approach to beauty? Vogue: It was an absolute nightmare. I got a contraceptive bar in my arm and my skin just went crazy. I had these huge spots all over my face and where there wasn’t the huge spots there were these little bumps under my skin. I switched up my entire skincare routine. I went to this place called Renaissance Clinic in Howth, Dublin and they did different facials on me. There are certain facials you can’t get done with acne because it can cause it to spread even more. Then they put me on IMAGE products: Clear Cell Salicylic Cleanser, Ormedic Balancing Antioxidant Serum and a mattifying moisturiser at night, then the serum during the day and day cream, just those products. I was relentless with that routine, and good at getting soothing facials as my skin was sore and it did eventually go. I also heard not having dairy helps your skin, so I tried to give up dairy for a while but I realised I couldn’t live without it. I drink pints of milk, so I was just really religious with my skincare routine, but it did take ages to clear up. I was very self-conscious, I’d never had acne before. I remember once my friend did my make-up and it took an hour and a half to do my base - it usually took 45 minutes to do everything. It was a nightmare, and it really knocks your confidence. Everyone has things that make them feel less confident. I still have things that make me feel self-conscious. I probably come across like I’m bursting with confidence but I don’t think anybody is, we all have our things, especially women. I feel like we’re so judged on social media, everyone is, and things are pointed out as a flaw and you focus on that. It can be a nightmare. NbN: Before Nude by Nature had you been looking to clean up your routine? Vogue: If you don’t know where to start, start off with your skincare routine. You always look after your skin - you wouldn’t go to bed with dirty skin, or put just anything on your skin. And, the same should apply for your make-up. If you look at Nude by Nature you know all the products work, and they are made with 100% natural ingredients that you would want to use. Even with SPF, I have to have SPF 50 on my face; in the winter or even if I’m not going out it is on my face, it just has to be. NbN: You try to lead a healthy lifestyle. What exercise do you do, and do you enjoy things like meditation? Vogue: No meditation, I’m not a meditator. I do yoga on the odd occasion; I do quite like power yoga. I like training and training really hard. When I am in the gym and I’m training I’m only focused on training, nothing else runs through my mind, so it’s kinda like my time to meditate. I get into that mindset because if I’m training really hard I’m just focused on getting through it. I see my PT, Dalton Wong, he is amazing. I go to BoomCycle and Kobox, I go to loads of different things, I mix it up so I don’t get bored. I play tennis. I went horse riding yesterday. I’ve always been sporty and active and that’s what Spencer and I like doing. We don’t really go out, we never go to nightclubs, you’ll rarely see us in pubs. I’d rather spend my money on a personal trainer or tennis lessons and things like that. It’s a hobby and Spencer and I do it together. Theo will definitely be playing tennis once he gets a bit older! I grew up in a little seaside village, where I still live, and it’s a very outdoorsy, active lifestyle. Don’t get me wrong, I love sitting inside and doing nothing but I have to get out every day. I have a dog, who is actually Australian, he was born in Sydney and I brought him home, so I walk him daily. NbN: You have been to Australia. How does Australian beauty differ to the UK? Vogue: I think that Australians are more natural with what they put on their face. You don’t see too many dark smoky eyes. I would say they do more of a natural look for sure. They have the sun all the time, so they will be conscious of their skin and SPF. But I think we’re getting better at that over here. Everyone is looking at their skin routine now and making sure they're looking after their skin. SHOP OUR GOOD FOR YOU MAKE-UP COLLECTION
INFLUENCER PROFILE - ELEANOR PENDLETON
If you're an Aussie beauty lover, there's a very good chance you've read an article written by Eleanor Pendleton, the Sydney based journalist, editor and entrepreneur. After cutting her teeth in the world of print magazines, she went out on her own, founding digital magazine Gritty Pretty, one of the first of its kind in Australia; focusing specifically on the world of beauty. Image courtesy of: @eleanorpendleton These days glance through current and past editions of the Gritty Pretty Magazine and you'll discover stories and covers featuring a multitude of well-known women including Miranda Kerr, Zoë Foster Blake and Hailey Bieber, and the magazine is only continuing to grow in popularity. We caught up recently with Eleanor to talk all things beauty, media and Gritty Pretty. You can read our full conversation below: Nude by Nature (NbN): We’d love to hear more about your professional background, and about the beginnings of your online magazine, Gritty Pretty. Eleanor: After graduating high school, I was accepted into two universities — but I decided to fast-track my career to study a two-year journalism degree at Macleay College, Sydney. It was my dream to work at a publication, so I routinely emailed my favourite magazines seeking internship opportunities. I got my break at Cosmopolitan magazine where I was mentored by Zoë Foster Blake, who opened my eyes to the world of beauty editorial. From there, I was made the youngest-ever beauty editor in Australia at FAMOUS, and my final job in print was Beauty Editor at InStyle. I had started up a blog during this time which lay dormant for a few years—however once I was working as a freelance beauty writer, I saw the potential in blogs and digital, so I decided to take a massive gamble by throwing everything I earned as a freelancer into building Gritty Pretty. When I first created the site it was one of the first beauty blogs in Australia, and when we relaunched we were the first digital magazine in the country dedicated solely to beauty. Since then, I’m extremely proud that Gritty Pretty has grown from strength to strength thanks to my incredibly dedicated team. Image courtesy of: @eleanorpendleton NbN: What are your thoughts about online publishing versus traditional print, and their future? Eleanor: I think that there is a place for both digital and print publishing in our current media landscape. Coming from the world of magazines, I’ve always had a soft spot for traditional print—there’s something really special about turning the pages of a glossy magazine. However, there are so many affordances that digital publishing allows that print cannot—it allows us to be fast-moving, adaptive and flexible. It also means that we can be more accessible to our readers and reach a wider, beauty-obsessed audience. There’s a level of interactivity that Gritty Pretty Magazine can create that traditional print can’t create—video, gifs and the like that allow a fresh, engaging experience with beauty every time they turn the virtual page. NbN: What beauty products do you think every woman should own, and why? Eleanor: I love skincare, and think that every woman should have a good skin regimen in place—it’s the perfect way to take some time for yourself and ensure that your skin is getting what it needs. My skin loves ingredients such as hyaluronic acid, jojoba oil and rosehip oil; and an SPF is an everyday essential. When it comes to make-up, you can’t beat a great base that you can rely on to give even, radiant coverage all day long. I’m all about a dewy, glowing base, so an illuminator or highlighter is also a must-have! Image courtesy of: @eleanorpendleton NbN: We’re coming into the Winter months here in Australia. It would be great to hear of any beauty hacks that you have for the cooler months. Eleanor: Hydrate, hydrate, hydrate! It’s so easy to get dry, parched skin in the winter months not only from the drop in mercury, but the near-constant exposure to indoor heating which can really take its toll on your skin. I would say to use a hyaluronic serum both day and night, and look to build in hydration in every step of your regime—from cleanser, to mists and moisturisers to your foundation. I love adding a drop of face oil into my foundation during winter to combat dry skin. Also, be sure to drink plenty of water every day. NbN: Are you able to let us know who you love following on Instagram, and what you love about their content. Eleanor: For me, Instagram is a great source of inspiration so I follow a number of stylists, bloggers and make-up artists whose work I love: @tylynnnguyen, @mathildegoehler, @anoukyve, @theapricotmemoirs, @nikkideroest, @namvo, @jenatkinhair, @marisahampe, @missarahglover, @stormibree and @rosiehw. I love being entertained by the likes of @chrissyteigen and I’m inspired by women such as @jacindaardern. Oh, and who can forget @sussexroyal. Image courtesy of: @eleanorpendleton NbN: It seems like you love to travel (& really, who doesn’t!). Have you got any unforgettable destinations that you have visited in the last couple of years, and also are there any that you have on your current travel bucket list? Eleanor: Travelling is one of my favourite things to do and luckily I have had a few opportunities to do so over the last year. I went to South Africa, Iceland and had my wedding on Boracay Island in the Philippines just over a year ago, which was unforgettable in so many ways. It was such a beautiful location and will always be special to me due to all the precious memories made there. I recently came back from New Zealand for the second time, and am as in love as ever with the amazing landscape. On my bucket list at the moment is Sri Lanka, the landscape and beaches look beautiful, and I’m really keen to experience their cuisine and culture. NbN: Do you have any big goals that you’re hoping to achieve in the next 12 months, and are you able to let us know what they are? Eleanor: There’s a lot of exciting plans in the works that I unfortunately can’t reveal - all good things come to those who wait! The Gritty Pretty team are currently preparing to move to a larger office space later in the year, and are also organising this year’s One Night Only reader event, which is looking to be bigger and better than ever! Image courtesy of: @eleanorpendleton NbN: Final question! Do you have a favourite inspirational or motivational quote? Eleanor: “Style is about knowing who you are, what you want to say and not giving a damn.” Gore Vidal
What is A-beauty?
If you've watched a make-up tutorial on YouTube or Instagram recently, you'll know that in the beauty world there are unique terms and abbreviations for just about everything. Take for example; BB Cream, strobing, baking, MUA or the up and coming A-beauty. It can be tricky to keep on top of everything we're supposed to know when it comes to selecting and applying beauty products! If you've never heard the term A-beauty or would like to know more, this post is all about that very topic. K-beauty or Korean beauty has been on our radars for a few years, and involves the use of Korean beauty products and the creation of a long-term, personalised and multi-step skincare routine. A-beauty is the term for Australian beauty, and it's one that is being used globally to describe the uncomplicated approach to skincare, hair and make-up enjoyed by Aussies, plus when it comes to Australian beauty brands - products are loved for their high-performing formulas that often include native Australian ingredients plus their versatility and ease of use. Products by brands such as Lano, Frank Body, Zoe Foster Blake's Go-To, Jurlique, Miranda Kerr's Kora Organics or us, Nude by Nature are all sold around the world, and loved for being innovative, high quality and results focused. When we were first created 10 years ago in Sydney, one of the key reasons was because Australians' were becoming more conscious in every aspect of their lives, about things like healthy eating, exercise and food labelling - this in turn knocked on to skincare and then make-up choices. The desire to avoid products which included toxins and harsh chemicals was growing. Every single ingredient within our make-up range has been carefully selected to deliver exceptional results including some of nature's most trusted ingredients possessing moisturising, anti-ageing and skin nourishing benefits to help perfect the complexion. Australia is home to an abundance of ‘superfood species’ unprecedented in efficiently storing vast quantities of Phyto-nutrients. Growing wild in isolated locations and undisturbed for centuries, these superfood species have developed complex adaption skills, and can store vast amounts of vital Phyto-nutrients needed to survive the extreme weather conditions; heat, drought, and high winds. This ability to survive and thrive in such harsh environments is considered the main contributing factor in why they contain such high levels of powerful antioxidants. One of these Australian ingredients is Kakadu Plum, known for its abundant Vitamin C content, strong antioxidant and anti-ageing properties. It grows wild across Australia’s north western wilderness in Western Australia where it is wild harvested by Aboriginal communities, is considered a gift of the Dreamtime by Aboriginal culture and has been used for centuries by Aboriginal communities as a vital food source and traditional medicine to treat skin conditions and ailments. Kakadu Plum gained worldwide recognition and modern ‘superfood’ status when it was discovered that the fruit has the highest recorded levels of natural Vitamin C content in the world, which is impressively 100 times that of oranges. Kakadu Plum We use Kakadu Plum in many of our products such as the Flawless Liquid Foundation, Flawless Concealer, Touch of Glow Highlight Stick and Allure Defining Mascara. Other examples of powerful native Australian ingredients used in our products include Cehami Extract, Desert Lime, Lilly Pilly and Quandong. Lilly Pilly We celebrate the 100% natural ingredients used in our make-up collection, and all of our products are formulated without synthetic ingredients or preservatives often found in cosmetics such as Silicone, Siloxanes, Phthalates, Sulphates, PEGS, Triclosan, Phenoxyethanol or Parabens, and do not contain Carmine, Talc or Bismuth Oxychloride. It's wonderful for Australian beauty products to be recognised on a global basis for all the positive aspects they provide, and we're proud to be part of such an awesome group of brands. SHOP OUR NATURAL MAKE-UP COLLECTION
INFLUENCER PROFILE - MICHELLE CROSSAN
Image courtesy of Michelle Crossan We've collaborated a few times in the past year with beauty expert Michelle Crossan. These collaborations have included our Coachella partnership and the launch of our 100% Natural Lip Collection. Originally hailing from Ireland, Michelle has called Australia home for a few years now, and it's in Australia that she started her blog, followed by her YouTube channel featuring make-up tutorials, product reviews and get ready with me style vlogs. We recently caught up with Michelle, and took the opportunity to ask her a few questions about her career, beauty and upcoming 12 months. Image courtesy of Michelle Crossan Read our chat below: Nude by Nature (NbN): We’d love to hear more about your professional background, including your move from your native Ireland to Sydney. Are you able to share your story with us? Michelle: I’ve worn so many hats in my career journey that didn’t make sense at the time, but have all led to my current skill set, passion, knowledge and love of the beauty blogging industry. I trained as a hairdresser and beauty therapist for two years after school, and then after a while moved on to an apprenticeship in the salon chain Toni and Guy. I loved hair, makeup, styling and product testing, but I found the client facing, treatment aspect of the industry didn’t fulfil me so I took a step back from beauty and began studying Science, specifically Toxicology - I’m a closet geek for all things science. I loved learning about all things science based and the human body, but soon began to realise that I wouldn’t be happy working in a science lab everyday, which is ultimately where such a degree would lead me. I made the difficult choice to step back from study and allowed myself to relax and find myself by working in retail for a few years. I knew it would be better to wait and see what I truly wanted to do than to jump into careers that wouldn’t make me happy in the long run. I worked for various retail companies after that which eventually led me to London where I fell in love with a Kiwi boy and decided to move to Australia with him. Once in Australia I began my written blog as a hobby to pass the time during a long stint of poor health that saw me hospitalised for a while. It was a very difficult and lonely time but I’m so glad it happened because it brought me to the incredible online beauty community. I loved trying and reviewing products and sharing my finds with other like minded girls. It gave me purpose and made me so happy. I just wanted to help other women feel their best, and help them spend their money wisely. I then moved on to learn more about photography and videography which I loved so I started my YouTube channel, and the rest is history! Image courtesy of Michelle Crossan NbN: When it comes to health and wellbeing, what are a few of your favourite, regular things that you love to do? Michelle: I go to the gym every single day whether it’s for a light stretching session, 10km on the bike or an intense weightlifting workout. I don’t plan it, I don’t time myself, I’m not there to be ‘thin’, I simply adore the mental clarity that going to the gym gives me. Making time each day for the mind / body connection is life changing. I’m a huge advocate of sleep and meditation too. If we deprive ourselves of enough rest and time to reflect, you’re asking for trouble! Nothing should stop you from prioritising your mental and physical wellbeing. NbN: What’s your favourite Nude by Nature product(s), and why? Michelle: The Moisture Shine Lipsticks have been a favourite of mine since I tried them on our trip to Coachella last year! Especially the nude shades! The shades are so flattering and versatile for everyday wear; whether you’re grabbing groceries or heading to a meeting. They have fab pigment but feel lightweight and nourishing on the lips so it’s like you’re just wearing a lip balm. They don’t need any maintenance during the day - I can easily re-apply mine in an Uber without a mirror which is 'total lippie goals'! Image courtesy of Michelle Crossan NbN: Do you have any time saving beauty hacks? Michelle: Use your fave nude lipstick from the Moisture Shine range as a cream blush when you’re in a rush. Saves on the brain power needed for choosing a blush shade on busy days! NbN: What beauty products do you recommend every woman owns? Michelle: I think every woman needs a great mascara, tinted brow gel and a light foundation that lets her skin and natural beauty shine through. These simple products enhance natural features without masking them, and you don’t need to be a makeup artist to apply them. Image courtesy of Jack Steel, shot at Coachella 2018 NbN: Are there any beauty or fashion trends that you’ve spotted that you think will be big in the next 12 months? Michelle: I love that the beauty industry is veering back towards fluffier brows and super glowy skin. Makeup doesn’t need to be super precise and technical to be beautiful. NbN: When it comes to social media, what is your favourite channel to scroll through when you’re chilling out? Michelle: I love YouTube! I rarely sit and watch it but I’m always listening to something in my headphones when I’m pottering around. Podcasts are great for on the go too! NbN: Do you have any favourite influencers, YouTubers or content creators that you religiously follow? If so, who are they? Michelle: I have sooo many people that I love to follow. It’s really hard to choose! I adore Allana Davison’s content right now though. She’s such a nice girl with an interesting range of content. She’s the girl you wanna be besties with! Image courtesy of Jack Steel, shot at Coachella 2018 NbN: It’s hard to believe that it’s already a year since you were in Coachella! We were so thrilled to be part of that trip, as the official Make-up Partner. What were a few of the highlights from Coachella for you? Michelle: I can’t believe it was a year ago! The whole trip was a highlight to be honest! I wouldn’t change a thing. We had a beautiful breakfast one morning in Palm Springs with Nude by Nature to chill and try new products, and I just remember sitting there in the sunshine, swatching gorgeous new products and thinking I was the luckiest girl in the world. NbN: What are you most looking forward to in the next 12 months? Michelle: Life is really good right now and I’m so excited about the future! I have a month long trip to Bali coming up that I’m really looking forward to so that I can create beautiful, new exciting content for my followers in a new environment. Michelle with good friend Steph Bailey, at the Nude by Nature 10th Birthday celebration, shot by Jack Steel NbN: Do you have a favourite motivational quote? If so, are you able to share it with us. Michelle: My latest fave is “She is not your competition. She is your sister.” NbN: Last question! Do you have any fave places in Sydney that you recommend visitors head to? Michelle: I recently discovered a gorgeous new restaurant in Glebe called The Charleston. They have yummy food, pretty cocktails, and the place is pink which makes for a perfect insta pic setting!
HOW TO: MATTE BLUSHING NUDE LIP LOOK
If you love a matte finish, our Creamy Matte Lipstick is definitely a lip product that you should try. It has a velvet smooth texture and glides on for a soft-focus finish and lasting wear. So many of us associate matte lipsticks as being drying on the lips, however the Creamy Matte Lipstick formula is non-drying and it's been created with moisturising ingredients including Vitamin E, Mango Seed Butter and unique moisturising microspheres that deliver superior performance and comfort. Like all of our products, including the 100% Natural Lip Collection, the Creamy Matte Lipstick is free from Carmine, Petroleum Waxes, Parabens, Silicones, Coal Tar Dyes, or any synthetics. Instead the collection is made with 100% natural ingredients such as Kakadu Plum, Desert Lime and Vitamin E. The Creamy Matte Lipstick is available in 10 shades. When it comes to creating a specific lip look, we've prepared the below tutorial providing all the details for a Matte Blushing Nude look using products from our 100% Natural Lip Collection. HOW TO CREATE: MATTE BLUSHING NUDE LIP LOOK STEP 1: Use Perfecting Lip Primer before lip colour, apply directly to lips and slightly beyond the lip contour, then blend in with the fingertips. The primer is the ultimate prep for lip colour, it minimises feathering, helps promote longer wear and a smooth finish. STEP 2: Use Defining Lip Pencil 02 Blush Nude to trace the natural outline of your lips using small soft strokes, then fill your lips forming an overall colour base. STEP 3: Apply Creamy Matte Lipstick 01 Blush Nude directly to lips or use 17 Angled Liner Brush to carefully fill in your lips with colour using short, controlled brush strokes. OPTIONAL: An angled brush is ideal for precision application as it allows for accurate definition and more control, particularly into corners of the lips. Above is an image of the final look. A nude matte lip, perfect for day or night. There's nothing better than a 100% natural smile! One final PRO TIP for you too: Try Creamy Matte Lipstick 01 Blush Nude with a quick coat of the Moisture Infusion Lipgloss 01 Bare - instantly transforming it to a vibrant shine finish. SHOP CREAMY MATTE LIPSTICK
Our Versatile Beach Glow Liquid Highlighter
The Beach Glow Liquid Highlighter has gained many fans since it launched, who are loving the multitude of looks they can create with this versatile highlighting product. Infused with light reflecting pigments, the lightweight Beach Glow Liquid Highlighter glides onto the skin for a luminous finish. Highly pigmented, it can be used alone or mixed with your favourite liquid product for an all-over glow and it's suitable for all skin types, including sensitive skin. The liquid highlighter is available in three shades: L-R: 01 Moonlight, 02 Sunshine, 03 Sunrise 01 Moonlight - Cool, silvery pearl tone, ideal for adding sheen to brow bones, worn as eyeshadow or adding a touch of holographic shimmer. 02 Sunshine - Warm, golden champagne tone ideal for adding light to the complexion; mixing with foundations to add a sun kissed glow, for highlighting cheekbones, bridge of nose /cupid’s bow, or worn as an eyeshadow. 03 Sunrise - Warm, bronzed rose tone, ideal to add a rosy-glow to the apples of cheeks, worn as an eyeshadow or as a finishing touch to lip colour. In the below, we've prepared a few hints for application to achieve the best results using the Beach Glow Liquid Highlighter: SUBTLE RADIANCE - Mix a small amount into primer, then apply as normal. ALL-OVER GLOW - Mix a small amount into liquid formulas, then apply as normal. LUMINOUS SHIMMER - Apply a small amount and blend using our 15 Blending Brush. This versatile brush features a flat, oval shape which blends and softens any harsh lines for a professional, seamless finish. INTENSE HIGHLIGHT - Apply and blend using fingertips in a patting motion. Continuing on from the above, we've also created different tips about specific looks for both face and body you may want to try. Check out our tips in the below: COMPLEXION - Mix a small amount into your favourite liquid formula for a subtle, all-over glow. Ideal mixed with Sheer Glow BB Cream or Liquid Mineral Foundation for added luminosity and to enhance complexion with a natural glow. For subtle radiance, it can be mixed into Airbrush Mineral Primer (or moisturiser) creating a ‘no make-up’ all-over beach glow. HIGHLIGHTER - Apply a small amount directly onto cheekbones, brow bones, nose bridge and/or cupid’s bow and blend quickly using fingertips or 15 Blending Brush to soften edges for a seamless finish. Apply and blend quickly with fingertips in a patting motion for the most intense highlight. EYESHADOW - Use alone as a gel-eyeshadow. Apply a small amount and blend with 15 Blending Brush. Use as a base colour and follow with powder eyeshadow like the Shimmering Sands Loose Eyeshadows. TIP: Can also ‘set’ with Sheer Light Pressed Illuminator. For a full-coverage, striking ‘liquid metal’ eye look, use the doe foot applicator to apply gently onto eye lids – try not to rub or overwork. Blend edges with 15 Blending Brush. TIP: Wait for it to dry before opening eye to prevent creasing. Use to highlight the brow bone, blend with 15 Blending Brush. Use to highlight inner corners of the corner/sides of bridge of the nose, blend with 15 Blending Brush. LIPS - To emphasise and highlight lips, lightly trace outer edges of cupids bow with 02 Sunshine, blend with fingertips. Use on top of lip colour to add a holographic definition or to create a frosted look. Creates almost an ombré effect, especially when applied to centre of the lips. For more understated look, add underneath lipgloss for a subtle shimmer base. BODY - Mix into your favourite body moisturiser for a subtle all-over glow. Apply directly to the décolletage and massage in for a stunning radiant skin finish. Apply to highlight and accentuate collarbones. SHOP BEACH GLOW LIQUID HIGHLIGHTER
The Make-up Products We Can't Live Without
Ever wanted to take a peek inside your bestie's make-up bag, and ask them why they use certain products, plus whether they have any top hacks for creating amazing looks? Yep - you're not the only one! We were talking about this very topic here at our HQ in Sydney, and it was interesting to discover more about our own favourite Nude by Nature products - what we use on a daily basis, why and how we create certain looks. Take a read below about the good for you Nude by Nature products that we can't live without: Natural Mineral Cover Foundation: Natural Mineral Cover Foundation It's Australia's No.1 Selling Cosmetic Product* so it wasn't a surprise that we love the Natural Mineral Cover Foundation too! Lucile, our New Product Development Manager told us, "My fave by far is our Natural Mineral Cover. Why? It's the only foundation that doesn’t look like foundation, and that’s perfectly safe for sensitive skin. I have tried a thousand others and always come back to it". Or as Nikki, our Content & Production Manager shared, "it's just the easiest, quickest and best foundation for everyday use. Natural coverage and it feels like there’s nothing on my skin." Did you know that one Natural Mineral Cover Foundation is sold every 100 seconds** in Australia? It's a statistic we're pretty proud of. This loose mineral powder foundation was one of the very first products that we released when we launched 10 years ago, and it's been a firm favourite for so many people ever since. Emma, our Product Education Manager is a fan too saying, "It’s my favourite Nude by Nature product and I wear it every day! The coverage is so versatile - from a light dusting for a natural, even complexion to full coverage for beautifully flawless skin. Plus, it’s perfect for my problematic skin and never makes me breakout like a lot of conventional make-up has in the past." Or as Alli, our Regional POS Merchandising Manager - ANZ went on, "It's also definitely my favourite Nude by Nature product! It's just so light and easy to apply. It provides the right level of coverage, and feels so soft on my skin. It is almost like I’m wearing no make-up at all." Touch of Glow Highlight Stick: Touch of Glow Highlight Stick It's an easy to apply Highlight Stick that is versatile, and now available in four shades. The newest shade is 04 Opal, and it's exactly what you need for adding a luminous sheen and creating points of light on for example the cheekbones, nose and cupids bow. Eileen, our Office Manager let us know that she uses it every day, and her top tip is, "It always gives me a nice glow even if I’m tired and not feeling it. I just pop it on my cheekbones after my blush and dab it in lightly. It's so easy to use." If you're someone who hasn't experimented much with highlighting, Alli told us, "I had never used a highlighter before so the Touch of Glow Highlight Stick was a huge discovery for me, and now I just can't live without it! It gives you this little touch of glow to finish your look. It is a versatile product that I use for contouring but also sometimes as an eyeshadow." Moisture Infusion Lipgloss: Moisture Infusion Lipgloss in shades 02 Peach Nude (L) & 08 Violet Pink (R) Our 100% Natural Lip Collection launched last September, and these cruelty-free lip products have fast become not only bestsellers across the globe but also loved for the shade range, look and comfortable feel on the lips. About the Moisture Infusion Lipgloss, Jade our Ecommerce Manager ANZ said, "This is hands down the BEST lipgloss I've ever used. Moisturising, non-sticky, beautiful 'your lips but better' shades and it smells so good. I use multiple shades, although my fave is 08 Violet Pink." Alexa one of our Account Coordinators let us know that her favourite shade in the lipgloss is 02 Peach Nude. She shared, "I wear a lot of darker eye make-up and this is the perfect neutral shade without being too light or dark for my skin tone. I can build it up with the Defining Lip Pencil in 02 Blush Nude underneath if I want to intensify the colour, however I find that the colour and coverage is usually perfect on its own. I used to be a matte lipstick girl but after wearing this, I am honestly converted. My lips have never felt so hydrated." Emma added, "The gloss has these unique moisturising microspheres and always feels extremely moisturising, even when I have really dry lips. There’s a shade for every occasion, and I wear it every day as I love how it makes my lips look ‘full’ and feel hydrated." The Moisture Infusion Lipgloss is available in 10 shades, and the non-sticky texture is infused with active natural ingredients including nourishing Shea Butter, Vitamin E and the native Australian Kakadu Plum to help provide antioxidant defence. Our Concealers: Flawless Concealer (L) & Liquid Mineral Concealer (R) When it came to concealers, there were votes for both our award-winning Flawless Concealer and also the Liquid Mineral Concealer. Like all Nude by Nature products our concealers are made with 100% natural ingredients and cruelty-free. If you're more of a stick concealer person, then you'll love the Flawless Concealer like Nikki, who said of this award-winner, "Best concealer ever - couldn’t do without it. The one make-up item I would choose if I could only have one. Great coverage, silky texture and still feels light on the skin." Instead if you prefer a liquid concealer, you'll enjoy the Liquid Mineral Concealer, with Alli sharing, "This product is my best ally! It covers my dark circles and minimises skin imperfections. It is also really easy to apply using either my fingers or the concealer brush, and blends very easily. I use it every day." As Emma added, "It seamlessly conceals to brighten the eye area and easily adds a subtle touch of dewy highlight to the top of the cheekbones. I never used to use a concealer but now I use the Liquid Mineral Concealer nearly every day because I know the ingredients are actually good for my skin, especially floraesters which help fight fine lines around the eyes. I like to think of it as my daytime ‘eye cream’." Setting Powders: Mineral Finishing Veil (L) & Pressed Mattifying Mineral Veil (R) Have you tried our setting powders? You can choose between either the Mineral Finishing Veil, or the Pressed Mattifying Mineral Veil. Alexa is a fan of both of these products, explaining firstly of the Mineral Finishing Veil, "I honestly don’t know what I did with my life before I discovered our Mineral Finishing Veil. I use it every morning to bake under my eyes and over my concealer. I will also dust it all over my face because I have oily skin, and it keeps my shine at bay for a lot longer than any other product I’ve used. It doesn’t contain any talc or synthetics and doesn’t leave any flashback in photos. Best setting powder ever!". Jacqui our Marketing Coordinator agreed saying, "It sets my make-up beautifully and minimises shine". For touch ups during the day, Alexa has our Pressed Mattifying Mineral Veil, in her handbag, saying, "I carry this now instead of pressed foundation. I use it as a blotting powder, and its a more convenient way to control the shine (compared to the loose version) when I’m on the go!". There you go! That's a few of our favourite products, and to be honest most of us could have gone on about the rest of our beautiful make-up collection for hours. Do you have a favourite Nude by Nature product? Let us know in the comments. SHOP COLLECTION *Data sourced from IRI MarketEdge based on data definitions provided by Nude by Nature. Australia Pharmacy; Category: Cosmetics – Cosmetic Product, Dollars, MAT 27/01/2019. **Data sourced from IRI MarketEdge based on data definitions provided by Nude by Nature. Australia Pharmacy; Category: Face – Powder, Units, MAT 27/01/2019.
How To Make Your Matte Make-up Last All Day
Written by Guest Contributor: Tara MacInnis It’s such a pain to spend precious morning time putting on make-up that’s supposed to minimise shine and cover imperfections, only to find that it’s stopped doing its job by 10 a.m. Few things are worse, in my opinion. Getting your make-up to stay put through a busy day is a feat, even if you have perfect skin. Add oiliness to the mix, and even the most long-wearing make-up will still move. That’s because, as your pores produce sebum, that sebum can break down your make-up. If you’re using skincare formulated for oily complexions, that’s a great start. But, how you apply your make-up, and what make-up you’re using can really seal the deal. Read on for four steps and product recommendations to take your make-up routine to that stay-all-day level. Step 1: Prime Properly prepping your face for your make-up beyond your favourite moisturiser is a really common oversight, and it’s a shame, because priming can make a huge difference. When you add a layer of primer underneath your make-up, you’re creating a more even base for your foundation, and your foundation won’t have to work as hard to stay – a primer can even do a bit of the coverage for it, too. When you’re choosing a primer, stay away from anything with silicones. Silicones will clog your pores and dehydrate your skin, sending that sebum production into overdrive, something you don’t want if your skin is already oily. The Airbrush Mineral Primer has zero silicones, and it’s formulated with Vitamin C and antioxidants, so it’ll treat your skin while it preps it for what’s next. Step 2: Conceal After you’ve let your skin absorb your Airbrush Mineral Primer for about five minutes, identify any areas with redness or imperfections, and grab a concealer. Go for one that’s long-wearing and has ingredients that’ll absorb any of that excess oil. The Flawless Concealer is just the ticket, with bamboo powder to minimise shine, and antioxidants to keep your skin looking its best. Dot a light layer on to those imperfections either right from the tube, or with your ring finger, blending well. You’ll get longer wear if you start with a thin layer and then build, rather than applying lots immediately. Focus on your t-zone, and under your eyes if you’re trying to cover dark circles. Bonus: If your concealer works hard enough, like the Flawless Concealer does, you’ll be able to get away with less foundation. Step 3: Cover The most important order of business when you want a matte finish that’ll last is finding a foundation that’s oil-free, like the Flawless Liquid Foundation. It makes sense – one that’s made with oil will add to the shine you already have. Along with being oil-free, the Flawless Liquid Foundation is also fragrance-free, long-lasting and loaded with ingredients like bamboo powder and antioxidant-rich Kakadu Plum that treat your skin while leaving behind a smooth, satin-matte finish. As with your concealer, apply foundation lightly, and then layer on more later if you need more coverage. You can use your fingers, but liquid foundations are usually easiest to apply with a liquid foundation or buffing brush. It’ll help you to get into all the crevices of your face, and get a super even, perfectly blended finish. Tip: For best results, when applying the Flawless Liquid Foundation, start with the Airbrush Mineral Primer, and then apply a small amount of the Flawless Liquid Foundation (1 pump) to the back of the hand. Apply and blend the foundation with a Buffing Brush, using quick circular motions to ensure an even application. Coverage can be built from medium to full as required, we recommend using a stippling (dabbing) action to apply additional coverage. Step 4: Set This step is almost as important as priming, and definitely shouldn’t be skipped. So, dust the Pressed Mattifying Mineral Veil all over your face, focusing on the areas that tend to get shiny through the day, like your nose and forehead. Be sure to use more of a stippling motion rather than dragging the brush across your face, because that dragging could make your make-up move. The finishing powder’s Kaolin Clay will do that oil-absorbing work, while shea butter nourishes your skin, keeping it hydrated so those sebum-producing pores don’t overdo it. An alternative is the Mineral Finishing Veil. It’s also formulated with Kaolin Clay to absorb excess oil, and its light-reflecting micro particles will help reduce the appearance of fine lines. Dust it over top of your make-up to add an extra hit of shine-control, and to help your make-up last. You’re set for the day! But, if you’re still worried about movement, we feel you. So, toss that Pressed Mattifying Mineral Veil in your bag for midday touch ups, and remember to pat when you re-apply, no dragging allowed. The best part? Every product used in this routine is cruelty-free, enriched with 100% natural ingredients and made without synthetic ingredients or preservatives. SHOP COLLECTION Written by Guest Contributor: Tara MacInnis
Ever Wondered What's In Your Make-up?
Many of us these days are a lot more conscious about the food that we eat - in terms of for example; its source, organic certification, nutritional value or total sugar content. This has then rolled on to the skincare and make-up products that we consume. When it comes particularly to the make-up we decide to purchase, a lot of people are starting to look more widely for products that are vegan friendly, cruelty-free, made with natural ingredients or considered to be part of the clean beauty movement. The tricky thing though is that when we are standing in-store at a cosmetics aisle trying to figure out what product is going to suit our needs best - it's harder than expected to understand the nitty gritty about ingredient lists, claims on packaging, product manufacturing and industry certifications. What is often misunderstood as well, is that if a brand says they're vegan friendly that doesn't automatically mean their products for example are made with 100% natural ingredients, or that they're cruelty-free. To help you understand the most used terminology around cosmetics, we thought it could be a good idea to break open some common misconceptions, and to share these with you: Question: What does it mean when a product is 'natural'? Answer: The term 'natural' is used globally yet there isn't a universally agreed definition. A common definition is the following: A natural product is made only with ingredients derived from nature and formulated without any synthetic (artificial) ingredients. All Nude by Nature products are made with 100% natural ingredients and formulated without synthetic ingredients or preservatives often found in cosmetics such as Silicone, Siloxanes, Phthalates, Sulphates, PEGS, Triclosan, Phenoxyethanol or Parabens, and do not contain Carmine, Talc or Bismuth Oxychloride. Question: How do we know if a product is really cruelty-free? Answer: If a brand is cruelty-free, they should be accredited by an internationally-recognised cruelty-free program or organisation such as PETA, Leaping Bunny or Choose Cruelty Free. Formally accredited brands must adhere to specific development and distribution criteria, and must also pass strict review and approval processes to prove their cruelty-free commitment and become acknowledged as genuine cruelty-free advocates. Nude by Nature is proudly cruelty-free, PETA certified and accredited by Choose Cruelty Free. Question: How do we know if a product is really vegan? Answer: Unless the product is certified vegan, you’re relying on the brand to correctly declare if a product is considered vegan friendly or not. A product labelled ‘vegan’ must not contain any animal products, animal by-products, or animal derivatives. One of the biggest misconceptions about vegan products is that it infers the product is also ‘natural’. Not all vegan products are natural or plant-based, these product attributes are vastly different from one another. Nude by Nature deliver natural, cruelty-free make-up, and the brand has a broad selection of vegan friendly products in the range, plus an extensive range of cruelty-free professional make-up brushes. Question: Are Nude by Nature products all vegan? Answer: Many Nude by Nature products are considered vegan friendly. You can find the list of our vegan friendly products here. Some of our formulas contain ethically sourced beeswax or lanolin. No animals are harmed in the production of these ingredients. Beeswax is a natural wax produced by honey bees which is known to possess soothing and softening properties, and helps the skin retain moisture. Lanolin is a natural wax found in sheep’s wool, which is known to smooth and moisturise by assisting replenishment of essential lipids to enhance skin's natural moisture retention. Question: Are vegan products cruelty-free? Answer: Not necessarily. A product that is vegan does not contain any animal ingredients or animal derived ingredients. This includes, but is not limited to: carmine, collagen, gelatine, and many others. The term “cruelty free” means no animals are harmed, exploited or tested on. This can be misleading as to many the term is associated with being vegan which isn’t always the case. A product can be cruelty-free without being vegan. Question: Some labels simply say that the product is ‘chemical-free' - what does this mean? Answer: The term ‘chemical free’ is often used by cosmetic and skincare brands to highlight that a product is free of synthetic (artificial) chemicals. Question: What does ‘plant-based’ mean? Answer: Plant-based refers to using botanical ingredients that originate from plants (roots, flowers, fruits, leaves or seeds). Plant-based does not necessarily mean natural. While these products may contain a percentage of ingredients that are of plant origin, it’s possible the remaining ingredients are of synthetic origin. It’s always best to check the label. With Nude by Nature, there’s no compromise. High performing natural formulas made with 100% natural ingredients and formulated without synthetic ingredients or preservatives. Every single ingredient within the Nude by Nature range has been carefully selected to deliver exceptional results, including some of nature’s most powerful ingredients possessing moisturising, anti-ageing and skin nourishing benefits to help perfect the complexion. The range features native Australian ingredients such as Kakadu Plum, known to have the world's richest source of natural Vitamin C, Lilly Pilly, and Cehami to provide antioxidant defence and benefit the skin. We hope the above helps you understand more about the make-up you use daily, and definitely let us know if you have any questions regarding the above information. DISCOVER MORE
INFLUENCER PROFILE - JESINTA FRANKLIN
We first got to know Gold Coast born and bred Jesinta Franklin in 2010 when she was crowned Miss Universe Australia. We're proud to say that one of her very first brand ambassadorships was with us! These days, Jesinta is a popular media presenter, model and entrepreneur, plus long-time friend of Nude by Nature. We are currently celebrating our 10 year anniversary, and Jesinta has joined the festivities! We're proud of our Australian heritage and we continue to deliver 100% naturally derived and cruelty-free make-up in Australia and globally. Above images shot & courtesy of Jack Steel. We caught up with Jesinta this week, and you can discover more about our chat in the below: Nude by Nature (NBN): What are a couple of your top make-up hacks? Jesinta: For me, any great beauty look starts with good skin. Whilst I have a very strict skincare regime I stick to, I also drink lots of water and ensure I am including lots of things in my diet that assist me in glowing from the inside out. Radiant skin always shines through, (even with make-up), so I always place a big emphasis on prepping my skin before applying any make-up. I also think, less is more, make-up should enhance your natural beauty, not cover it up. NBN: Do you have a favourite Nude by Nature make-up product and why? Jesinta: I love the Nude by Nature Natural Mineral Cover Foundation for everyday wear. It provides just enough coverage over your moisturiser, yet is lightweight and perfect for an off duty look. NBN: In terms of beauty products, what do you think every Australian should use daily or frequently? Jesinta: Here in Australia it is so important to apply an SPF daily, especially to your face. With such harsh sun, every little bit of extra sun protection counts. NBN: Travel is a big part of your life. Have there been any places you’ve visited in the past 12 months that were so much better than you were expecting, and why. Jesinta: I recently travelled to Iceland for a holiday and it blew my mind. I was expecting it to be incredible but everything was so much better than I could have ever imagined. It was like being on another planet and no videos or pictures could ever do it justice. It's a small country. We drove around it in 10 days, however the scenery and landscape changes so drastically and sometimes all in the space of five minutes. We would be driving, and it would be sunny and clear skies, then five minutes later it was snowing! Iceland was definitely one of the most interesting and memorable places I have ever travelled to. Image shot & courtesy of: Lucyrose/Matrix NBN: Do you have any go-to Instagram accounts, that you always really enjoy following? Jesinta: I try to use Instagram just for work purposes, and try not to spend too much time on it. But as we all know, it is hard to manage our time on social platforms and it's not always easy to minimise how much we use it. My top accounts to follow; For my fashion fix - @vogueaustralia Beauty Inspo - @hungvanngo and @rosiehw Nature - @natgeo Fitness - my trainer @danadair All images courtesy of Jesinta Franklin, except for those separately credited.
MAKEOVER MARCH
We've got some exciting news for you! This March you'll find members of the Nude by Nature team, at stores around Australia providing mini makeovers, and the opportunity for you to try our natural, cruelty-free make-up collection. Whether it's a quick lunchtime touch up or one of our signature natural make-up looks, our team will share helpful make-up tips, and answer any questions that you have about our good for you make-up collection, enriched with 100% natural ingredients. Take a read below for dates, and locations during March: Week commencing Monday 4th March: Week commencing Monday 11th March: Week commencing Monday 18th March: Week commencing Monday 25th March: See you there for your Nude by Nature makeover!
