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GOOD GROOMING Confidence comes from a cool coiffure. These products are LABEL’S pick of the slickest. CREW DO The Lanolin and Complex Strong Hold of this water based styling pomade provides your style with high shine and a strong, flexible hold. RRP $35.15. GOOD FAT Fatboy Perfect Putty is a lightweight, creamy hair putty that combines volume, texture and a medium hold for effortless, casual styles. $31.99. www.beardandblade.com.au SMOOTH DUET The Aesop Moroccan Neroli Shaving Duet keeps skin soft and supple. Shave using the Moroccan Neroli Shaving Serum, and follow with the Moroccan Neroli Post-Shave Lotion to hydrate and soothe. $87. www.aesop.com/au TRIPLE TREAT Three-in-one brush for hair growth, scalp massager and detangler. RRP $19.99. www.boostbrush.com HOLD UP Suited for both long and short styles with a sensual unisex scent, Free. Hold will help you rock a perfect look. RRP $39.95. www.adorebeauty.com.au www.hairhousewarehouse.com.au Treat your hair with care and style it with products that promise no-fuss, no-mess, no-nasties. 1. American Crew Fiber – This fibre-like paste helps to thicken your hair, increasing fullness and adding texture to your style. The Lanolin and Beeswax in this styling aid condition your hair, protecting against moisture loss, whilst leaving your hair feeling smooth. RRP $31.95. adorebeauty.com.au 2. Kiehl’s Silk Groom Serum – Smooths frizz, conditions dry ends, and controls hair without weighing it down. Infused with a blend of natural oils derived from Sunflower Seeds, Sesame Seeds, and Soy Beans, and enriched with Vitamin E. RRP $34. kiehls.com.au 3. Bumble and Bumble Sumogel – A crystal-clear, alcohol-free styling gel Creates clean styles with shine Gives a high hold with no flakes Free from parabens, phthalates, mineral oils and formaldehyde. RRP $42. skincaredirect.com.au 4. Moroccanoil Restorative Hair Mask – An amazing restorative hair mask applied after shampooing that repairs damage to the hair and rebuilds elasticity, preventing further damage. RRP $55.95. adorebeauty.com.au Good Grooming 1. 2.

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TOP 10 TIPS to buying the right bra

Does the thought of going bra shopping or even putting on your bra in the morning make you cringe? Well, that’s probably because you, like many women, haven’t found the right bra for you.

The experts at Berlei are passionate about finding your perfect fit. In fact, they’ve spent over 100 years getting to know women’s bodies and discovering what support they need to succeed.

Here are the Berlei 10 Tips to help you find your best fit.

1. WORK OUT YOUR SIZE STEP 1: MEASURE YOUR UNDERBUST Stand with your arms resting by your side and ideally get someone else to measure you around your body, directly under the bust. Ensure this sits as tight as possible. It’s best to do this measurement while you’re not wearing thick clothing. STEP 2: MEASURE YOUR OVERBUST Measure your cup size by placing the tape measure underneath your arm and wrapping it around the fullest part of the bust. Hold the tape gently so it is resting lightly on your body. Now reveal your bra size with Berlei’s online bra size calculator: berlei.com.au/ bra-size-calculator

2. CONSIDER YOUR SHAPE Just as no two women are the same, our breasts are very different too. No matter what shape breasts you have, choose your perfect bra match using the guide below. Full busted / BRA STYLE: Balconette Teardrop / BRA STYLE: Contour Perky / BRA STYLE: Demi Cup Petite / BRA STYLE: Plunge and Demi Wideset / BRA STYLE: Plunge or Full Coverage

3. ONE BOOB BIGGER THAN THE OTHER? NO WORRIES! While both breasts may look and feel similar, there can be a slight or even a noticeable difference between each breast – and that’s totally normal. For the perfect fit, round up to the fit of the slightly larger breast.

4. TRUE SIZE & SISTER SIZE So, you’ve found your perfect fit? OK, but what happens when you go to buy a bra, but your size isn’t available? This is where the true size and your ‘sister size’ comes in. To find your sister size, which has the same cup size as your regular size, go up a band size but down a cup size, for example, a 12c is the same as a 14b.

5. YOUR BRA & YOUR OUTFIT =

A MATCH MADE IN HEAVEN! Just bought a beautiful new dress but your bra peeks out? Or you’ve got back bulge under your favourite T-shirt? That’s because you haven’t paired the right bra style to your outfit. With this quick guide you’ll know what type of bra to wear with what outfit. T-Shirt Bra Outfit match: Your favourite everyday T-shirt. Demi Outfit match: Lower cut clothing. Balconette Outfit match: Low neckline shirts or V-neck shirt. Full Coverage Outfit match: Your everyday outfits, like crew T-shirts. Minimising Outfit match: Clothes that require a streamlined silhouette, such as turtleneck pullovers. Wirefree Outfit match: Just about any of your outfit choices. Push Up Bra Outfit match: If you’re after cleavage in outfits with plunging necklines.

NON-CONTOUR? Contour bras are padded bras that have seamless, pre-formed cups containing a foam or other lining. For a smooth profile under clothing, choose Contour. Non-Contour Bras are non-padded and mould to and flatter your natural shape. For no added bulk, choose Non-Contour.

7. BUY MORE THAN ONE BRA Found your perfect fit? Make sure you get at least three of your favourite bras for not only hygiene purposes but for longevity too. Perspiration can cause the elastic in bras to stretch and deteriorate, so having a handful of great bras on rotation will help your bras last longer.

8. CHOOSE THE RIGHT BRA

FOR YOUR SPORT Whether you’re walking, running or pushing it to the limit, the right support is essential. Yoga or Pilates? We recommend a low impact sports bra. For Weights, Walking or Cycling, opt for a medium impact sports bra. If you play Netball, Soccer or Football, look for a high impact sports bra. Extreme sports like CrossFit, HIIT or Athletics require an extreme impact sports bra.

9. ESSENTIAL BRA CARE Essential bra care is necessary to prolong the life of your bras. WASHING Handwashing your bras in cold water is the best way to preserve them. If you use a washing machine, use a washbag, set the machine to the delicate cycle on the lowest temperature and use a gentle detergent.

10. YOUR BRA SIZE WILL CHANGE Just as our jean size can continuously fluctuate throughout our life, so can our bra size. We recommend getting fitted and updating your bra wardrobe every six months. More at berlei.com.au