Self-care is

Health-care!

Navigating through these unprecedented times, trying to figure out the 'new normal' and staying sane while in iso is no easy feat.

Maybe you’ve spent the past week binge watching Netflix..

Or maybe it's 4:45 p.m. and you’re yet to shower. However this situation has you feeling – stressed, anxious, angry, it’s OK.

Hell yes it is, because right now the most important thing you can do (besides staying home, social distancing and only coughing and sneezing into your elbow) is to be kind to yourself.

And nothing says be kind to yourself more than a little self-care.

Self-care

is essential to our mental health and wellness, but also an important part of living a healthy and happy lifestyle. Self-care doesn’t have to involve a huge time commitment, it doesn’t have to cost the earth and it doesn't make you selfish.

Let us help you refuel and energise your mind, body and soul with these self-care tips that will leave you hydrated and nourished.

1. SAY BYE TO MASKNE

If you diligently wear a face mask you may have noticed your skin reacting negatively to this new 2020 accessory. Maskne occurs when sweat, oil and bacteria are trapped on your skin while wearing a mask, creating the perfect breeding ground for breakouts.

Using Algologie products, this skin care routine will help you say BYE to that unwanted acne.

Step 1 – Cleanse

Start by using the Algologie Velvety Cleansing Milk to gently dissolve makeup, impurities and traces of pollution.

Step 2 – Toner

To eliminate impurities and tighten your pores for shine-free, even skin tone, use the Algologie Tonique de l'Archipel - Purifying & Matifying Toner.

Step 3 – Face Mask

Use the Algologie Comfort Nutri Soothing Mask to intensely nourish your skin and leave it soft and soothed.

Step 4 – Moisturise

Finish by giving your skin extreme comfort and maximum hydration with Algologie Richesse des Vagues - Hydra-comfort rich cream.

2. PUCKER UP

Have your lips feeling nourished, hydrated and plump with Runway Room’s Lip Prep.

This lip exfoliator will keep your lips in prime condition, ensuring plump, hydrated lips when used regularly. It has a soft hue of pink, allowing you to add a pop of colour and is the perfect everyday lip product.

3. LET BOOSTED HAIR, BOOST YOUR MOOD

We all know a good hair day brings a good mood and you’ll be feeling yourself with the Organic Colour Systems Aqua Boost range.

The Aqua Boost range uses organic, certified aloe, natural black oat extract, Vitamin B5 and lecithin to nourish dry hair and leave it naturally moisturised, smooth and shiny.

Additionally, the organic aloe and natural extract of black oats and lecithin will improve the structure of your hair, improve colour retention and condition – allowing you to have the iso glow-up you desire.

4. BE SCENT TO HEAVEN

After a day of treating yourself to a well-deserved self-care session, it’s time to sit back, relax and enjoy some beautiful scented fragrances. La’Bang Body has recently released various scented wood wick candles.

Our salon stocks four different scents:

• Raspberry Lemonade.

• Vanilla Caramel.

• Champagne Strawberries.

• Coconut and Lime.

These candles are 100% Vegetable Soy Based Wax and will leave you feeling in complete zen mode. All these products mentioned can be purchased at our salon or online, so your ultimate self-care session is only a few clicks away or an in-store visit.

Remember that you deserve to indulge and treat yourself to self-care practices regularly

– because taking care of yourself will have a positive impact on all aspects of your life.

Looking for your next Holy Grail Foundation??

Keep reading because we may have exactly what you’re looking for and we have it in salon and ready for you!

FACE BASE

Liquid Foundation

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Let’s start off with a little background on Runway Room…

Runway Room cosmetics was established by Alex Fevola, a photographer and makeup artist from Melbourne. Her brand embodies everything it is to be a working woman who maybe doesn’t have all the time in the world for makeup each day. It was important to Alex that the brand stocked products that were affordable and accessible for everyone.

It is now a range that truly has everything – from the everyday necessities to a full glam.

The entire range is made in Australia and is 100% Aussie owned and run (which we absolutely love!) You can really see how much effort went into curating this brand and we here at Clarity love to show off how versatile it is!

''When I developed Runway Room Cosmetics, my goal was to deliver Ageless, Ethical and most of all, Uncomplicated beauty for all women. Complicated, time consuming beauty routines are not practical and most of us simply don't have the time. Providing luxurious, Australian Made products that are easy to use and affordable was my primary focus.''

- Alex Fevola.

The Face Base Foundation is such a perfect choice for anyone wanting that dewy youthful glow. And when we say anyone, we really mean anyone! The weightless feel on the face, makes it great for both mature skin and also young skin. It’s super breathable and you can rest assured there will be none of that dreaded ‘caking’ on the skin. With hero ingredients such as rose hip oil and sodium hyaluronate, the foundation will enhance the skins texture to maximise that radiant glow!

For everyday looks, we love using a light layer of foundation to create a beautiful, natural coverage that is sure to last the whole day. And for a fuller coverage (maybe going out for a girl’s night?!) we build up the foundation to be a flawless base for the rest of your products. It really is a do-it-all foundation and us girls at Clarity love it! Make sure for both looks and anywhere in between, you are blending evenly around your face, neck and ears with a foundation brush or sponge. 

The large shade range will definitely have you covered! But if you struggle picking your correct colour here’s a quick little cheat sheet that might help you out.

FACE BASE A

Perfect for:      Light with beige/pink undertones

            Similar to:        MAC NW15/NARS Mont Blanc

FACE BASE B

            Perfect for:      Light with yellow undertones

            Similar to:       MAC NC 20/NARS Fiji

FACE BASE C

Perfect for:      Medium with golden/neutral undertones

Similar to:       MAC NC30/NARS Punjab

FACE BASE D

Perfect for:      Medium with terracotta undertones. A good match for spray tanned fair skin

            Similar to:       MAC NW30/NARS Vanuatu

FACE BASE E

Perfect for:      Medium/Dark with golden/olive undertones. A good match for olive spray tanned skin

            Similar to:       MAC NC40/NARS Barcelona

FACE BASE F

            Perfect for:      Dark with warm undertones

            Similar to:       MAC NW43/NARS Maquises

FACE BASE G

            Perfect for:      Dark with olive undertones

            Similar to:       NARS New Caledonia

Our Face Base foundation by Runway Room does exactly what it says – Creates the perfect base for whatever kind of look you’re trying to achieve.

All the way from everyday light makeup to full glam for a night out.

If you’re looking for an all-rounder foundation to try out, we definitely recommend this one! It is available in salon as well as online, go check it out today! It might just be your new favourite!

Power Lash Mascara

When it comes to makeup staples in most women’s collection, MASCARA is usually at the top of the list.

Many proclaiming they feel naked with out it.

Im sure we’re not alone in saying that we have tried so many mascaras over the years. With a lot of unsuccessful attempts, drawer full of half used, dried up, clumpy failed trials. That is, until we tried Runway Room’s Power Lash Mascara. It is uncommon to find one product to suit so many different people but from client feedback (and staff) we have! This superstar sees you actually finishing the whole thing and even having the next one in the drawer ready to go so you don’t run out. 

Whats all the fuss about?

Let’s start with the basics;

• A volumising wand for maximum impact. This really elongates the lashes to make them pop. 

• It hydrates, as well as makes your lashes look amazing. 

Runway room have really thought about the health of your lashes when creating their formula.

Let’s take a look at commonly found ingredients in mascaras ….

Most people think they want a waterproof mascara, used occasionally this can be an ok choice. However, on a regular basis we are using it without knowing the risks associated with that.

 👉  A common chemical ingredient you will see in these is, Dimethicone Copoloyl. This is a silicone that gives that super smooth finish.  To put it simply Dimethicone in mascara can have a drying effect and could lead to the the eyelashes becoming too dry and worst case; falling out. Thin lashes are already lacking the amount of water content to thicker ones so add Dimethicone and you see some very dehydrated Lashes. 

 👉  Then, let’s talk parabens:

Think of these as a preservative. Used to extend the shelf life of your products.  Parabens can mimic oestrogen which cause endocrine disruptions. So basically parabens could be affecting your hormones. They are also known irritants that can cause rashes, itching and swelling of the eyes. 

 👉  Petroleum you may say is not in your mascara. That’s because its hiding under a different name. Does Mineral oil sound familiar? They are of huge concern as they can create 1/4 - Dioxane. A substance known to be potentially carcinogenic. It’s also a kidney and neurological toxin.

When added in to your mascara, a product that is designed to stay on for lengthy periods of time, it increases the risk of absorbed nasties through your skin and into your blood stream. 

In walks our little hero, POWER LASH! 

 👉  Paraben and petroleum free!!!

With a list of gentle ingredients with powerful effects, let’s break these down to really understand what we are putting on our lashes. 

 👉  Silk powder will gently coat the lashes. This helps to thicken and build the lashes up like crazy without going clumpy. It preserves the natural moisture levels and enables mascara to feel light as a feather.

 👉  Beeswax is used as the water resistant property. This allows the mascara to lengthen and stiffen. It contains a mouldable component to allow for shaping and holding off the eyelashes. 

 👉  Carnauba wax is a natural thickener which enables a smooth application and a glossy finish. It keeps the lashes pliable, yet solid. 

If you’re not sold enough by that list think about how annoying it is when right at the last minute you smudge the mascara. Now the risk of ruining the whole makeup application is real. Not in this case; literally wait 30 seconds for it to dry and simply flick it off! No joke its that simple. 

So lets recap, 

• Easy to apply.

• Results match the promise.

• Not compromising your health.

• Doesn’t hurt the wallet. 

Yes please we’ll take two right now!!

 👉 https://clarityessentialwellness.com.au/shop/power-lash-mascara