
First Appearances: What People REALLY Notice
First appearances are exactly that – the first time you present yourself to someone. And, as the saying goes, there’s only one chance to make a first impression. We all want to make a good first impression. Seeing people react positively to first appearances, getting those little compliments, and those lingering glances make us feel fantastic. You don’t have to look picture-perfect to make a great impression, either. You don’t have to have a tiny waist or flawless skin and hair to stand out at first glance. Here are the first things that most people are going to notice about…

Revealing Beauty: How To Make Your Face Look Ace
Revealing beauty isn’t always about covering up; often it’s about maximizing the positives and minimizing the rest. The task of revealing beauty and making every part of your face look great is like piecing together a jigsaw puzzle, albeit an anti-aging one! As we get older, our faces reveal more lines and there is an increasing temptation to try and cover everything up, but this isn’t the best way for revealing beauty. It’s like when you accessorize your clothes with style. You pick the right things to complement each aspect so the same rules apply when highlighting your facial attributes….

Fresh Fragrances Winter Makeup Trend Report
Premier Australian fragrance and makeup website, Fresh Fragrances, has just released its winter makeup trend report for 2017. And aren’t we excited about that! Winter is a great time to change out your summer and autumn makeup for fresh ideas. Experimenting is always fun too, so don’t be a slave to trends. Have a play with new products and looks.Take the tips you need and the styles that suit you and your lifestyle. Leave the rest. Read the Fresh Fragrances blog post on how to get out of your makeup rut. Below you’ll find the Fresh Fragrances Winter Makeup Trend…

Smile And The World Smiles With You
Lack of confidence can make it hard to smile sometimes. It’s agreed that fashion magazines and unrealistic expectations contribute to this lack of confidence. What people think of us is important. Of course, we all have the need to be desirable, respectable, and presentable. Our mouth radiates our confidence, but that can be lacking in with people who don’t like their smile. One of the most successful and high-profile women on the planet, Victoria Beckham, dislikes her mouth. Have you noticed? So, how can you smile with confidence and really feel it?

Dental Issues Fixed! So You Can Smile Again
Dental issues will make you feel insecure about your smile, and that can be difficult to deal with. So much of our communication with people relies on facial expression. When you’re too ashamed of your teeth to laugh or smile, it can have a massive impact on your life. Fortunately, new technology often means dentists can work miracles. To READ MORE please click the title.

Five Easy Steps To Get A Hollywood Smile
Everyone wants a Hollywood smile because, as the saying goes, you’re never fully dressed without a smile. And the ladies of the red carpet know that better than anyone. There are plenty of easy ways to improve your gnashers and gain confidence in one of your most defining physical attributes, and here are five of them. To READ MORE please click the title.

Is Your Photogenic Smile As Good As It Could Be?
If you’ve always wanted a photogenic smile, you are not alone. Recent surveys found that many people believe a healthy smile can improve their confidence and appearance. Some people have also found that they find it easier to make friends because their smile makes them more approachable. If you don’t have the money to pay for extensive dental work, you might think that a beautiful smile is out of your reach. To READ MORE please click the title.

Best Vaseline Beauty Hacks.
Who loves beauty hacks? We all do, of course. There was once a time when every beauty cupboard had a jar of Vaseline inside. With so many new, and expensive, beauty products now on the market it’s nice to know that Vaseline still goes the extra mile with some clever beauty hacks you’ll love. To READ MORE click the title.

Timeless Beauty Tips
A beautifully made-up face should enhance the features you like and conceal the bits you want to minimize, so you’ll love these timeless beauty tips. I was delighted to interview Australian make-up maestro, Ant Adams from anthonyadamsmakeup.com, who was a mine of dazzling information about cleansing, priming and ‘making up’ on a blank canvas – YOURS. Ant Adams has been an international make-up artist for over 20 years working with clients from Barbara Eden and Kimbra to Christine Anu and Deni Hines. He’s worked in film, television, and print creating glamorously understated beauty for many women, so he has a…

A Reader Trials New Makeup
If you saw some of my Instagram posts, you will have seen the amazing selection of Maybelline makeup I was sent to try. Madeline Cavanagh is a part-time model and make-up artist who is also a reader of Don’t Call Me Penny. She was keen to try some products and provide her feedback to you. Trying new makeup is always exciting so here’s what Madeline tried and what she thought. Madeline says. I’ll start with what I’m impressed with about the new makeup! Fit Me Matte + Poreless Foundation. Although the foundation wasn’t my true colour, it still blended in…