Spring is in the air, as The Mercedes-Benz Fashion Festival kicked off in Brisbane this week.

I went along to the Queensplaza  Hi Tea & Salon Showing on Monday & I would like to share with you the fashion & make-up tips that the experts say what will be in trend.

What’s Infashion

What started the show off was eye popping colours, like blues & green, reds & pinks, oranges & yellows they are just some of the colour combinations that we will be seeing & wearing this spring. It looks like an easy trend to tap into, as it seems, breaking all the old rules of matching tonal shades together, is in. Prints such as spots & stripes are both in & look great mixed up with bright colourful prints. Other highlights of the parade, was a elegant & glamorous look, of white from head to toe, colourful maxi dresses & beautiful feminine kaftans.  

Spring Make-up trends

While contouring ( & a girl needs the right tools) seems key this season and barely-there make-up abounds, we are going to be seeing red,red lipstick that is. Make up artist Napoleon, quote for this look is, “If you think you can’t wear red, think again”. If you are not quite courageous enough to give red lippie ago, have no fear colours & shades of corals & pinks are also going to be in fashion. And last but not least, the eyes, as they are the window to the soul are a must feature and are mean’t to be highlighted with lashings of Mascara and if necessary the experts are saying do not be afraid to wear the false variety.

How can Renew You Cosmetic Clinic assist you, achieving this Spring season trend?

As women we can probably agree a tired, frowning face is never going to be fashionable.

Renew You solutionNo # 1 

Muscle relaxants & dermal fillers. They will help you to say goodbye to lines & wrinkles and say hello to a fresh face new you.

Do you find applying false lashes difficult? But want to look red carpet ready for a special event?

Renew You solution No# 2

You may already know Renew You stock Issada cosmetic’s, but did you know that they have a product in their range called Red Carpet Lashes & yes it will give you that exact look with little effort.

Not quite sure how get the right look for you or what make-up tools or colours suit you?

Renew You soloution No#3

Ring & book a time to see Renew You make up expert Sandra for a one on one session or small group session and you will be colour matched & learn what shade of red suits you.

Wishing you all a colourful,safe & happy Spring & don’t forget to fun with all of this :) 

Leanne G

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“When I was in my early twenties I felt invincible. I had age on my side. I was toned and I didn’t have to think about what I ate or drank. By late twenties / early thirties I noticed that a few unwanted kilos had crept on and I was a bit softer than before. Then I had a couple of kids, and life got busy and I’ve been struggling to lose the weight ever since. I now feel  depressed about my self image and I just want to get my body back.”

This is a common story I hear from many new clients who are desperate to turn back the hands of time. As a personal fitness trainer I ask who wants to live a life feeling weighed down by weight? I tell my clients it’s not just about how long you are going to live, but how well. There is no doubt that exercise can do amazing things to your body and to how you feel about yourself. Committing to four one hour workouts every week for the rest of your life will not only make you look good and keep your weight in check but it will  reduce the chances of disease and disability in later years.

In addition we all know how exercise releases endorphins which can give a serious boost to your mood. The natural high that results from vigorous exercise can have great effects on your everyday feelings and productivity levels. Our bodies are made to move & when you’ve had a great workout, blood & oxygen is pumping freely through your body. You feel invigorated, alive, confident and ready to go out and commit more energy into your work and home life.

 Exercise keeps us feeling young at heart literally. So what type of exercise should you be doing? A mixture of cardio, weights and flexibility training is required, and you need to consider your nutrition and eat healthy. It’s that simple, and it needs to be done for the rest of your life starting today!

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 1. Adults gain two hours of life expectancy for each hour of regular exercise.

2. Turns out that exercise can get deep in your body, even into your DNA. Researchers have found that people who exercise have younger DNA — by up to 9 years. That is an incredible benefit. So exercising may do more than help prevent illness; it may actually make you younger.

3. We’re not just about living longer, we want to live longer AND feel good doing. A 65-year-old who exercises regularly can expect to live without any disabilities until 83 (add in a healthy diet and that number can increase even more). So live long and live well by exercising.

4. At 85, you may think that you have no need to start exercise — this is wrong. Not only will exercise help with balance and flexibility, it will actually help keep your brain healthy. So if you (or your parents) are in the 85-ish crowd, be sure to keep on exercising. Your brain will be happier, healthier and younger.

5. Any weight-bearing exercise will stimulate your bones. This type of exercise not only includes lifting weights, but also anything that involves impact (bearing your own body weight) like running, jogging, walking, dancing, etc.

6. The first problem, of course, is figuring out how to define “staying young” or “successful aging.” In this study, researchers decide to measure aging by the length of telomeres (the protective ends of your chromosomes that shorten as you age). Turns out, telomeres are one of the most important factors in aging. Researchers compared telomeres’ length with exercise habits in identical twins.

7. When Exercising Sunglasses are not just a fashion accessory, they protect your eyes in three ways to stop you ageing :

• They filter out harmful UV rays

• They keep dirt and other particles away from your eyes

• They keep your eyes from drying out due to wind.

8. Slip Slap Slop  30 + Sunscreen all over to stop antiageing While exercising.

Frank Aiolo

Mobile: 0402 105 181

Email:  frank@bodycorporatelifestyle.com.au

Website:  www.bodycorporatelifestyle.com.au

Frank Aiolo Fitness Specialist

Frank Aiolo is a Director of Body Corporate Lifestyle has spent over 20 years training a diverse clientele base throughout Australia, earning him the reputation as one of the most credible personal trainers in the fitness industry.

Frank is a qualified fitness specialist with diplomas in fitness, exercise science and Remedial Massage Therapy. He is advanced in all areas of rehabilitation, nutrition, physiology, sports conditioning and case management. In addition, Frank works with allied health professionals and personally structures programs to achieve maximum and long term benefits for an individual’s overall well-being.

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By Leanne Stockwell, Naturopath, Kinesiologist, Anti-Ageing consultant

Over the past 12 years as a Naturopath, I have found that in order to keep your skin as healthy and vibrant as possible, it needs to be looked after through diet, lifestyle choices and supplements, and also with natural anti-ageing products and treatments.

Healthy Skin from the INSIDE

• Adequate good quality water intake – approximately 2 litres per day.
• GREENS – Barley greens, Spirulina, Chlorophyll or even “Super-greens” cleanse the Liver, Kidneys and Lymphatic system, which in turn keep your skin clear.
• Good Oils – Fish Oil, Flaxseed Oil or Evening Primrose Oil help to keep all cells in the body, especially the skin, moist and supple.
• A healthy Diet – High quality protein and plant food with a minimum amount of processed carbohydrates and sugar.
• Adequate Sleep – Try for 7 hours minimum. When we sleep, our Collagen production is accelerated so sleeping is an anti-ageing treatment all on its own!!
• Balanced Hormones – if you have acne, redness, roughness, oiliness or even excess hair growth, then talk to a good Naturopath and get your hormone levels checked.

Healthy and Beautiful Skin from the Outside

I personally use the NuSkin Galvanic Spa which incorporates the very new ageLOC technology.  I recommend it to anyone who is interested in looking younger and having beautiful, hydrated skin.

What Does it Do?

It is THE most effective and affordable at-home anti-ageing spa treatment available on the market today, and it only takes 10 minutes twice weekly. Incorporating state-of-the-art ageLOC technology, it addresses ALL the signs of ageing and has the ability to “re-tune” the genes that control ageing of the skin. And it’s NATURAL.

The Galvanic Spa utilizes galvanic current technology to drive anti-ageing ingredients deep into the skin.

It does the following:

• Infuses purifying ingredients into the skin
• Removes impurities and allows the pores to breathe
• Slows visible signs of ageing at the source
• Promotes cellular energy
• Increases hydration
• Reduces large pores, fine lines and wrinkles, uneven skin tone and pigmentation
• Encourages increased Collagen and reduces “droopiness”

For more information contact Leanne Stockwell, Naturopath, Kinesiologist, Anti-Ageing Consultant

North Brisbane Naturopathic Centre

Mobile: 0418 750 039

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Want, Need, Must…..

The Non-Neogotiables To Feed Your Skin:

BREAKFAST

AHA’s
Alpha Hydroxy Acids (especially Glycolic and Lactic) have the ability to exfoliate the Stratum Corneum (top layer of skin) hydrate the skin and stimulate Glyco-Amino-Glycan production and to normalise skin function. Regular use will encourage a smoother skin, reduce congestion, increase hydration and promote regulated skin function. Common experiences when using an AHA based product is the sensation of tingling as the skin adjusts pH and the risk of minor flaking when too much is aggressively introduced too soon.

Vitamin C
Not naturally occurring in the body, the only way to receive a good dose of Vitamin C is via topical application and diet. Vitamin C is three-fold in its benefits – it is a tyrosinase inhibitor to suppress melanin production and to reduce the appearance of uneven skin tone; it is vital for fibroblasts in order to produce collagen thus creating a firmer, more resilient skin; it is a powerful antioxidant to protect against free radical damage, thus providing the skin with environmental protection.

SPF
SPF, Vitamin A and Botulinum Toxin Type A are the ONLY 3 ingredients that can legally claim to physically REVERSE skin damage. For effective protection against UVA (l & ll), UVB and UVC rays, a formula should be BROADSPECTRUM and a minimum of SPF 15. An SPF 30 is not twice the protection of an SPF 15 – it really offers only an additional 3-4 minutes of additional exposure. An SPF 15 is far more comfortable to wear as a daily protective product that will not create congestion, breakout, shine or encourage make up to glide off. A water proof SPF 30 is more ideal for days of prolonged direct sun exposure but is not so comfortable to wear for everyday use.

DINNER

Vitamin A
The most active and versatile form of Vitamin A available without a prescription is Retinol. Retinol has the ability to target and address mutated cellular proliferation, whilst providing an exfoliatiing, rejuvenating, regenerating and antioxidant effect. No matter how the skin has mulfunctioned – Vitamin A has the ability to address the situation.

ALL DAY SNACKS

Peptides
Peptides are like Personal Trainers within the skin that can aid more effective communications, teamwork and recovery. When the skin is aggressed or upset, Peptides have the ability to create a rapid response and a faster healing or recovery. One of the most potent forms of these fast communicators and motivators is synthetic snake venom or Syn-ake.

Stem Cells
Plant based Stem Cells such as Candian Summer Snowflake and Edelweiss have the ability to metamorphis to assist damage and broken cells within the body. Just like an army reserve, they are adaptable and full of fresh energy to support, enhance and compliment the skin and its functions.

Antioxidants
Antioxidants in their many forms are anti-oxygen fighters designed to prevent and counterbalance free radical damage within the body. The number one cause of oxidation in the human body is actually the Contraceptive Pill, closely followed by UV exposure, smoking, lifestyle factors, eating cooked food and breathing excessive amounts of air. Potent antioxidants such as Vitamin E, Co-Enzyme Q-10, Vitamin C and Alpha Lioic Acid have the ability to counterbalance most of the damage everday living can throw at us.

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Having recently attended the national conference of cosmetic medicine it was refreshing to know we are up to date with all aspects of cosmetic medicine.

However I was particularly alerted to one essential fact related to anti-ageing, health and sun exposure. We are all aware of the effects of cumulative sun damage on our skin; however have we gone too far?

We cover ourselves and our children in sun screen, rashie’s, hats etc. While this is essential between the hours of 10am-3pm we must also consider the value of UV rays.

We all need vitamin D to develop and build strong, healthy bones.

Our major source of Vitamin D is from sun exposure other sources from food include:

• Egg yolk
• Fish
• Fish oil
• Cheese
• Beef liver
• Grains

Deficiency symptoms may include:

• Depression
• Chronic Fatigue
• Weight Loss
• Diabetes
• Heart Disease
• Stroke
• Osteoporosis

The question is how do we make this happen?  Have we forgotten how therapeutic it feels to experience the early morning sun on our bodies? Access the difference of the skin on your arms, face and décolletage compared to the skin that rarely exposed to the sun. Most people notice increased pigmentation arms, face, décolletage compared to their back or tummies. From a cosmetic perspective it’s important to protect those areas from further damage. 15 minutes is adequate exposure before the hours of 9:30am -10am and preferably on the larger areas e.g. back or tummy. The other option is to take Vitamin D supplements under the supervision of your health care practitioner. It may be useful to mention it to your general practitioner to check if you have healthy levels of Vitamin D. Sometimes in life we forget it’s all about balance. Ok guys, look forward to any idea’s you may have to maintain beautiful skin, have healthy levels of vitamin D and fit all of this into our busy work schedules.

Best Wishes

Signa xx

P.s Off to the ball at the Cosmetex conference. Plenty of skin exposure here, except its 10°c 

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The story regarding muscle relaxants in Australia. Most people know about the term botox, however there are many similar products available worldwide. In Australia there are two products available for anti wrinkle injections the first product is commonly known as Botox the second is Dysport

“In Australia two muscle relaxant brands are available and approved by the TGA, both of these brands are Botulinum Type A Toxin.

Botox is an American brand produced by Allergan and Dysport is a United Kingdom brand produced by Ipsen. Both brands are excellent and obtain the same result. Similar to comparing Dymadon to Panadol both products are paracetamol produced by different companies.”

Q: What are the benefits of Muscle Relaxants?

We get lines on our face through repetition of expression, Therefore the best thing to do are to relax the muscles that create the expression. While Frown Lines, Horizontal lines on our forehead and crows feet around our eyes are the most common areas to be treated with muscle relaxants they extend to many other areas on the face as well.

Q: What are the different procedures that can be performed with Muscle Relaxants?

Correction of crows feet, horizontal lines on forehead, frown lines. While those three areas are the most common areas treated, the benefit of muscle relaxants extend to platysmal bands that appear on the neck, nasal line more commonly known as bunny scrunch,lines above the lip and marionette lines from our nose to the corners of our mouth

Q: Who are the best candidates for Muscle Relaxants?

Muscle relaxant is not an age specific treatment. Animation varies in everybody therefore if you have severe expression in your face and you are able to obtain a good results from a muscle relaxant you are a candidate.

Q: Is there any risks with Muscle Relaxants?

The safety and effectiveness of muscle relaxants have been evaluated in comprehensive clinical studies. As with most medications along with its desired affects, treatment may also cause unwanted affects. While most side effects are transient and minimal eyelid tposis or heavy eyelid is a possibility. As with any medication we would not treat pregnant and lactating women

Q: Is there a recommended age group?

There is no recommended age group, however legally you will not treat any individual below the age of 18 for cosmetic procedures.

Q: What do you recommend for anyone who is thinking about getting Muscle Relaxant?

While muscle relaxant is the most common and effective anti wrinkle treatments in the world. It’s important to be guided by your professional practitioner. It may also be useful to research information readily available on the internet.

Q: What qualification does one have to have before they practice Muscle Relaxants?

Muscle relaxant is a prescription medicine that should only be administered by medical professionals who have appropriate experience and training in the cosmetic arena.

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Rolls Royce at a Toyota’s price

Restylane, Juvederm and Esthelis along with the many more HA fillers available are all products made of Hyaluronic Acid.  HA as we will call it for short is a naturally occurring substance found in every single living thing.   These products are temporary dermal fillers made of HA that all aim to create a youthful you.

What does the HA in Restylane do that’s so great?

HA plumps the skin, gives it that child like lustre. The way it works is like a water magnet.  It draws water to itself.  Just look at a child’s face, full of the results of HA soft, supple, dewy plump skin.  The cruelty of ageing means you produce less HA and less quality as you age.   

Restylane and other HA’s are made of a similar substance to that which is found in your skin.  Since Restylane is made of a familiar substance so like your body’s own HA, the body accepts it as a replacement of what has naturally been lost over time.  The whole point of these fillers is to act like your own HA drawing water to the skin to plump and hydrate it.  The difference between the 3 is Restylane has achieved above the others a near perfect match to your own HA. 

Designer Faces

With 6 products in the range your Restylane treatment will be like COURTRE FOR THE FACE; a designer face.  Like a Seamstress or Tailor uses different materials of all shapes, sizes, textures and threads, Restylane provides us as a the Practitioner with the tools and materials to make a tailored made fit and design just for you.  It makes medical sense for us to have a preference for a product that we know is so like your own HA but has the flexibility to treat each patient as an individual with different beauty needs. 

Restylane’s patent technology NASHA also allows the Practitioner to pick which Restylane product they will use to treat the area on the face you are concerned about.  If you have a fine line then Restylane has a fine product called Restylane Vital.  If you want full, well defined, sexy cheeks Restylane has a product Restylane SUBQ with substantial lifting power that creates curves and contours that will provide that midface anti-ageing effect.  If you want soft, supple, youthful lips there is the Restylane original that will achieve that.  As you can see whatever the job at hand, Restylane has a product as a solution.

A Great Mimic

Restylane differs to the other HA’s available in that the patent technology allows it to be less than 1% modified to match your own HA where as other fillers are modified by up to 25%.  The further away from your own HA the HA product is the more likely your body is to recognise it as a foreign substance and spend substantial time degrading it to eliminate it from your body.  Hence, other HA’s don’t generally last as long.  So Restylane offers our patients value for money. 

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On that point of money – we give you 20% more value for money when we use a Restylane syringe.  Other HA syringes have 20% less product in the syringe.  When we are talking ml’s 20% is significant if we are to do the job well and achieve your beauty outcome.

Safety

If safety is your concern, Restylane is the most clinically trialled HA in the world with over 100 clinical trials demonstrating its safety, efficacy and longevity.  After 11 million treatments the data Restylane has is very comforting to the patient and the practitioner that we are using a well studied product.  We shouldn’t drop our standards because it’s beauty.  As doctors and nurses we look for clinical evidence to support marketing claims and Restylane has the trials to support theirs.

Test of Time

Restylane had been available in Australia since 1998 and globally since 1996.  After 15 years it is still the market leader.  With over 150 fillers available in the European market none have knocked Restylane off their 1^st place podium, for the same reasons we choose it as our number one preference; its safety profile is gold standard, the results it gives are model class, it longevity is 2^nd to none.

What would you rather?

We would say Restylane is the Porsche, the Austin Martin, the Ferrari, the Rolls Royce of the HA products available yet at a Toyota price.  You can have all the quality of engineering, science, safety, performance and glamour at a price no more than the other Toyota’s.

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We are celebrating the launch of Renew You Cosmetic Clinic’s Blog.

Our aim is to keep you up to date with all elements of Cosmetic Medicine and everything that is happening within Renew You and our affiliated businesses.

Everything we learn that has potential to achieve optimal outcomes for our clients can be seen here.

Any information you want or feel is relevant we would love to hear from you.

Cosmetic Medicine was once for the rich and famous, it is becoming more mainstream and affordable than ever before. Stay posted as Renew You leads the way to keep the beautiful, beautiful.

The team at Renew You

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