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Put yourself first: tips for caring for your mental health

SEPTEMBER FOR AAT DAVID JONES

BUY A LIPSTICK REALLY GOOD CAUSE

by GRITT y PRETT y

All September, $1 from every lipstick and lip gloss sold at David Jones will be donated to Look Good Feel Better as part of Feel Better Month.

But before you close this tab and get shopping (okay, head here if you can’t wait!), let us tell you a little bit more about Look Good Feel Better. This Aus tralian-based charity is all about helping cancer patients across the country build confidence by showing them how to ma nage the appearance-related side effects caused by cancer treatment. Since you’re reading Gritty Pretty right now, we’re going to assume you’re a beauty devo tee and well aware of the power that makeup wields to transform how we feel.

It’s no different for cancer patients, who face side effects that change their appea rance—from hair loss, to scars from sur gery and even skin changes like redness, itching and sensitivity. Look Good Feel Better doesn’t underestimate the psycho logical impact of these changes and offers free support, workshops and ‘Confidence Kits’ which help to educate and inform.

The Look Good Feel Better program is about more than just makeup—it’s about offering cancer patients of all ages, genders, and can cer types the opportunity to learn practical strategies to manage the physical, psycholo gical and social impacts of cancer treatment, explains Carol Kavurma, the General Mana ger of Look Good Feel Better.

Throughout the month of September, David Jones is supporting the wonderful organisation known as Look Good Feel Better

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That’s where you come in—the month of September is Feel Better Month, an opportunity to raise awareness and funds for the life-changing Look Good Feel Better program. “Feel Better Month 2022 will help us deliver on our promise to help Australians face their cancer diagnosis with confidence, and we’re grateful for the support of our partners and the community, and the important part they play,” says Kavurma.

When you purchase a lipstick—or lip gloss (we’re looking at you, makeup minimalists!) at David Jones in September, you’re joining the cause. David Jones will ensure $1 of your purchase is directly donated to Look Good Feel Better, whether you shop instore or online.

‘The Lipstick Effect’

So, why lipstick? Have you ever felt ‘bleh’ and then applied your favourite Tom Ford lipstick (ours is Pink Dusk), only to find your mood has lifted? Well, there’s a reason for that and it’s literally called.

Researchers at Harvard Medical School proved there is a psychological phenomenon that boosts the confidence of a woman when she wears makeup— including applying her favourite lipstick. It’s science!

So, purchase a lipstick in September and wear yours with confidence and you can help a woman undergoing cancer treatment do the same.

Shop David Jones’s

full range of lipsticks and lip glosses here and some of our favourites below.

Everything you need to know about Lip fillers

Lips may not be the windows to the soul but they can tell us a lot about a person. A pursed lip and you know they’re annoyed. A pouted lip and before you know it they’re leaning in for a kiss. Lips are both telling and mysterious–the ultimate dichotomy. And in 2022, lips are all about conveying this sensuality and warmth while still looking totally natural. A more balanced lip is also in Vogue. Rather than a much larger lower lip, it is now all about more symmetry between the upper and lower.

Lips should also balance out the rest of the face. According to a British University study conducted in 2010 and then repeated in 2018, men spend more time looking at a woman’s lips than any other part of her face. Go figure! So, never underestimate the importance of the perfect pout (for you).

Achieving the perfect lips (for you) has never been easier. All you need is the right information to get started.

The Initial Consult Is Vital

As Dr. Steven Liew, Specialist Plastic Surgeon from Darlinghurst NSW, is very aware of the importance of lips, he takes a multi-pronged approach to delivering that perfect result. Firstly, he assesses the patient’s lips when they are both smiling and relaxed to give a clear indication of shape and natural movement. He does not believe in self-service care. Of course, patients can ring asking for fillers for their lips but he does not fill right away.

Where Do Dissolving Threads Come In?

Sometimes, it’s less about adding volume and more a case of the patient needing more curve or definition of the cupid’s bow area to give them their perfect result. If definition is the main concern, then having dissolving threads inserted in the area is ideal. If the corners of the lips are facing downwards or lopsided, Dr. Liew may also inject a botulinum toxin.

How Long Do Fillers Last?

You Need To Take Dermal Fillers Seriously

As the skin of our lips is super fine, long-term and excessive use of dermal fillers can cause permanent stretching. It is not like filling your tire with air. Once the lip skin has stretched it is very hard for it to return to normal. The skin is made up of only three to five skin cell layers while the rest of the face has up to sixteen. This is also why you should wear sunscreen or layer lipstick containing SPF if in the sun for long periods.

Lip fillers can last from six to twelve months. Please consult your personal cosmetic injector for a more specific timeline.

How Much Should You Expect To Pay?

The price of lip fillers will vary depending on what treatments you’re after. The main thing to look out for is being pre-quoted for a price as this will mean the treatment is the same for everyone and not tailored to you.

Amanda Shadforth

on the art of personal style

By: Rose Garnett - In partnership with Georg Jensen

The beauty of personal style is that it is just that–personal. Trends come and go but true style is timeless and a complete reflection of one’s own personality. For artist and fashion content creator, Amanda Shadforth, it’s a paradox between two selves that’s at the crux of her own personal aesthetic (and what has amassed her almost 700,000 followers

This artist shares how she honours her paradoxical aesthetic through her love of Georg Jensen jewellery.

on Instagram and a dedicated fanbase of her artwork).

“I would define my personal style as a real paradox of masculine versus feminine,” says Shadforth. “I always find that I gravitate towards trousers and blazers (because I’m quite a tomboy) but then I have this classic, understated tone to how I like to dress.”

This unexpected harmony in polar opposites is also what Shadforth says makes Georg Jensen jewellery resonate with her so much. Drawn to

the organic shapes, Shadforth is able to unleash her creativity and make her own rules when it comes to putting a look together. A freedom that Shadforth says is at the heart of her artistic and fashion inspiration.

“When I first viewed the Georg Jensen collection, I was really drawn to these beautiful, organic shapes,” she says. “Wearing them, they feel like part of your body and I love this nature of feeling like the jewellery is something you may have already owned before. I think that’s really sweet.”

I would define my personal style as a real paradox of masculine versus feminine.

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Inspired by nature and the delicate textures that can be discovered, particularly in the Australian landscape, Shadforth’s art is yet another outlet where she explores the duality of her personal style. “I love to work on these really textured pieces where I use trowels to apply the paint but I also have these tiny little brushes as well. There is a real mix of grand textures and macro shapes balanced with tiny details.”

Daring to be bold and think outside of the box is exactly what the Georg Jensen woman is all about. Ignoring the traditional rules of jewellery, she is unafraid of mixing metals, textures and collections to make a look and an aesthetic that is uniquely her own. Individuality is celebrated and respected and it is this appreciation of creativity that is so intrinsic within the Danish brand.

“Some of the [Georg Jensen] pieces actually feel like they, themselves, could have been part of nature once before,” says Shadforth. “I see similarities in my own inspirations coming from nature as well. Georg Jensen was also a sculptor so I have an appreciation for the fact that his vision and legacy has lived on through his pieces.”

Whether it’s a gold-only look mixing pieces from the Offspring and Reflect collections, a bold silver-only look focussed on a statement necklace or a mixed-metals moment layering different bracelet weights to create intrigue and depth, Georg Jensen is the ultimate jewellery destination for perfecting the art of (your) style.

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...They feel like part of your body and I love this nature of feeling like the jewellery is something you may have already owned before”.

“Georg Jensen is the ultimate jewellery destination for perfecting the art of (your) style”.

Indigi Earth Dilkara Australia

Dilkara hair care sources ingredients like Kakadu plum, quandong, lilly pilly berry and tea tree oil from local Indigenous communities to create their products. Dilkara’s products not only give you great hair, but are also great for the environment.

Proudly and 100 per cent Indigenous owned and operated business, Indigi Earth is a Mudgee based business specialising in essential oil blends, skincare products, candles and even superfoods.

Amplified Beauty Australia

Created by Shahna Smith of the Njuaranjerri tribe. It’s a brand with the goal to become a voice for all woman all over the world and advocating for female empowerment, diversity and inclusion.

Beauty Businesses INDIGENOUS-OWNED TO SUPPORT NOW

A small step towards listening, learning and changing.

Jyelah Mind & Body

Whether you’re after a relaxing bath salt, a luxurious soap or a moisturising body lotion, Jyelah has everything you could ever need. The products are created to take advantage of the cleansing energies of gemstones whilst simultaneously nourishing the skin. Multitasking at its finest, if you ask us.

Bush Medijina

This beauty business is known for their use of native Australian botanicals.Its team is made up of 80% Indigenous people and 100% women, so you can be confident that the products are designed by women, for women.

Juddarnje

Juddarnje is at the heart of the Bundjalung tribe of Northern New South Wales. Using knowledge of the traditional medicinal and nutritional values of the land and the traditional custodians, the business uses natural oils, botanicals, clays and essential oils to create luxurious beauty products that actually work. The ultra-chic packaging also doesn’t hurt.

Earth Jinda

It was founded by Jame, a Gumbaynggirr woman, who wanted to share the holistic knowledge of her ancestors through her products.

On her way to becoming an aromatherapist, Jame combines her knowledge of ingredients with recipes passed down for generations.

These brands are the blueprint of what sustainable beauty should and look like.

You invest in your skin care —

Here’s why your hair care is just as important!

Think about the last serum you bought, were gifted, or added to your David Jones wish-list. I’m betting it was at least three figures. Now, consider the last time you invested in highquality hair care. It’s likely you haven’t.

Don’t worry, even as the Gritty Pretty’s Beauty Director, I’m right there with youI’ve been

known to drop $300 on a face serum but when it comes to my hair, I’m not quite as discerning. We’re often quite clued-up on the skincare ingredients we know perform well and are more willing to invest in those without a second thought. But the truth is, we’ve been doing it wrong: it’s equally important to invest in your hair.

It’s so easy to stock up on your favourite shampoo and conditioner and leave it at that.

Gurlain Scalp & Hair Youth Oil-In-Serum

Your scalp is an extension of your face. In other words? It’s skin! Surprisingly, it’s even more delicate than the skin on our face and it also has more sweat glands to contend with. Throw in the hair follicles and it’s easy to see how we’ve been neglecting the skin on our scalp. It’s time to introduce a multi-step hair care routine that rivals that of our skincare regimen. The new Guerlain Abeille Royale Advanced Double R Serum is an advanced formulation that has increased efficacy and performance to repair and renew the skin.

The good news is there’s one product you can start with today that will immediately lift the health of your hair: Guerlain Scalp & Hair Youth Oil-InSerum. I’ve recently introduced it into my hair care routine and it’s made a world of difference. Guerlain Scalp & Hair Youth Oil-In-Serum is a beautifully rich oil serum which can be used daily on dry or damp hair. I’ve personally been using it in the morning on dry hair before styling—the beautiful amber bottle comes with a soft-touch pipette applicator, meaning you can easily squeeze your desired amount into the scalp section by section.

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Resistance fivefold for visibly thicker

Guerlain Scalp & Hair Youth OilIn-Serum is a new addition to the brand’s Abeille Royale range, which fuses the power of science with the natural benefits of bees and honey.

Guerlain is going back to its roots with this release—did you know haircare is part of the heritage of Guerlain? The French house had a hair product in its original line-up in 1828 so they truly are experts in this space about haircare.

Includes concentrated Dynamic Blackbee Repair Technology and is enriched with Black Bee Honey from Ouessant Island off the coast of France. These powerpacked ingredients are proven to triple the scalp’s vitality which increases overall hair health.

Guerlain has conducted studies which have shown a correlation between scalp health and hair health to prove the Oil increases the hair fibre.

The decadent smell of honey remains in the hair all day and the lengths feel incredibly conditioned without being weighed down.

hair + new honey luminous skin serum:

After daily application, I’ve noticed an increase in the strength and shine of my hair. Don’t let the word “oil” frighten you—it really is more of a serum texture and is completely non-greasy so perfect for daily use. Aside from the visible benefits it’s offering my hair, using the Scalp & Hair Youth Oil-In-Serum is a truly sensorial experience. The best of all is that it’s supported by 97% naturally derived ingredients!

I’ve been supporting my beauty routine with Guerlain Abeille Royale Advanced Double R Serum, an iconic skincare serum the House of Guerlain is relaunching in August 2022. The new Guerlain Abeille Royale Advanced Double R Serum is an advanced formulation that has increased efficacy and performance to repair and renew the skin. Like the hair serum, this facial serum is infused with the power of bees and the radiance-restoring benefits of honey. The Dynamic Blackbee Repair Technology encourages cell turnover for smoother and brighter skin.

PUT YOURSELF FIRST

Tips for caring for your Mental Health

Beauty starts from within and when we say ‘within’ we aren’t just talking about your daily supplements. We’re talking about your mental health, too.

Like most things in life, working on your mental health is a journey. It can take a little or a lot of work to keep your mind in check. At the end of the day, though, you are all you’ve got so the journey is 100 per cent worth it.

Just as you check in with others, it’s important to check in with yourself: are you okay? (Remember: it’s okay not to be okay).

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