The Best Beauty Basics

30th OF January 2012

By Kimberly Nissen, The Beauty Bandit

Fancy skincare and extravagant makeup can be lots of fun, but every now and then we at RESCU like to strip back to the bare basics of beauty grooming and hygiene. Today we are sharing our favourite daily-use products.

Toothpaste Luxe: Lemonade Smile Luxury Toothpaste by Go Smile

Providing a refreshing taste and a welcome alternative to mint varieties, this toothpaste includes natural lemon extracts and gently whitens teeth using hydrated silica.

RRP $24 from Mecca Cosmetica.

Toothpaste Steal: Advance White Brilliant Sparkle by Arm & Hammer

Dental-grade baking soda is the secret weapon in this toothpaste, getting into all the nooks and crannies of your mouth to lift away stains.

RRP $4.99 from Woolworths, Coles, Priceline and pharmacies.

Body Wash Luxe: Nectarine Blossom & Honey Shower Gel by Jo Malone

Escape to that deserted island in a flash with the nectars of peach, plum and blackcurrant entwined with the richness of honey in this divinely sweet combination.

RRP $85 from Jo Malone boutiques and selected David Jones stores. Phone 1800 661 062.

Body Wash Steal: Tahitian Vanilla Body Wash by NP Set

Another holiday-in-a-bottle product is this yummy liquid soap. Coconut Oil and glycerine are combined to effectively cleanse skin in a luxurious lather, without leaving you dried out.

RRP $14.99 from Napoleon Perdis Concept Stores, Target and selected independent stockists.

Moisturiser Luxe: a.m Day Cream SPF 15 by AVON

An ultra rich cream that helps reduce the appearance of visible signs of fatigue whilst maintaining skin’s moisture balance throughout the day. Plus the SPF 15 gives your skin much needed protection from the sun.

RRP $29.95 from Avon. Phone 1800 646 000.

Moisturiser Steal: Miracle Skin Perfector by Garnier

Daily hydration is just one of the perks of this tinted moisturiser. In one handy tube you also get a complexion corrector and illuminator, an acne fighter and the protection of SPF 15. It also works as a great base under make-up, locking in moisture for up to 24 hours.

RRP $13.95 from department stores, supermarkets, variety stores and pharmacies.

Lip Balm Luxe: Tinted Moisturising Luxury Lip Balm by Invisible Zinc

Jojoba and shea butter leave lips feeling soft, supple and added tint of pink makes them look healthy, but this lip balm also packs the punch of SPF 30+ zinc oxide, which protects against harmful UVA and UVB rays.

RRP $38 from David Jones, Myer, Priceline, Terry White and selected pharmacies.

Lip Balm Steal: Silk & Shine Lip Balm by Blistex

The first ever lip product to contain real silk extracts, the special ingredient is joined by special moisturisers, vitamins A, B5 and E to create a silky texture and leaves lips with a light glossy finish. SPF 15 protection makes it great for daily use.

RRP $3.95 from Priceline and pharmacies.

Hair Luxe: Volupt Shampoo and Conditioner by Sebastian Professional

Designed for all hair types, volume is locked in without weighing down hair. The formula leaves hair feeling soft, and it’s safe for daily use. It is also colour-safe for protecting against fading.

RRP $34 each from Sebastian Professional salons. Phone 1300 728 333.

Hair Steal: Hair Expertise EverStrong Hydrate Shampoo and Conditioner by L’Oreal Paris

Hair is gently cleansed, conditioned and strengthen with a hydrating formula free from harsh sulfates. Immediate results are soft and silky hair, and over time hair becomes resistant to breakage.

RRP $12.95 each from department stores, pharmacies and selected variety stores.

Expert Advice

One grooming habit that always seems to be in conflict is whether it is ok to wash your hair everyday. Everyone has an opinion for or against, but we wanted to get the facts from an expert. Brad Ngata, owner and creative director, Brad Ngata Hair Direction tells us the truth.

"Daily shampooing gets a bad rap because it's seen to be stripping the hair of its natural oils. But if you use a good quality, conditioning shampoo, you're not going to be doing any damage to your hair by using it every day.

I find that hair styles much better a day or two after washing, so wouldn't recommend it unless you like to use a lot of product in your hair, or you have fine hair that goes flat and oily after only one day. In both cases you might find that washing every day is necessary. But once you start washing every day, your hair gets used to it and becomes greasier quicker, so it's a bit of a vicious circle. The key is choosing the right product. Ask your stylist to prescribe you something and tell them you need it for every day use - they're the expert, so will be able to use their professional opinion to suggest a suitable product."

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