Wednesday, January 28, 2026

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Fashion & Beauty

New face of professional beauty – one-size-fits-all glam dying

By Sarai, of Bonita Artistry For decades, professional beauty followed a familiar formula: a signature look, a set routine, a universal idea of what...

Three quick glamourous holiday eye looks to elevate festive season

BEAUTY COUNTER, by Sarai, of Bonita Artistry Let’s wrap up 2025 with three stunning eye make-up looks from our blog that’ll have you turning...

The make-up pro colour-matching method

By Sarai, of Bonita Artistry The system for base selection Start with three possible shades Select three hues you believe sit close to your natural...

Make-up textures guide: Powder, cream or liquid?

By Sarai, of Bonita Artistry When choosing make-up whether bronzer, blush, highlighter or foundation, the biggest difference comes down to texture. Creams and liquids melt...

Bronzer vs contour – what’s the difference; right for you?

By Sarai, of Bonita Artistry Contour and Bronzer have long been confused with each other. It’s time to create clarity on their differences are and...

Discover beauty and style at Meadowlands Shopping Centre

Your one-stop destination for hair, nails, and grooming. At Meadowlands Shopping Centre, beauty and grooming are made easy and accessible for both men and women. Whether you’re...

Minimalist make-up routine for radiant women 40-plus

Beauty Counter, with Sarai of Bonita Artistry As skin matures, radiance comes from nourishment, hydration, and a light touch. This minimalist routine is designed...

Art of choosing your coverage – becoming your own make-up artist

The beauty industry has trained us to believe the “perfect” foundation shade or the “right” coverage level lies in the hands of experts, algorithms,...

Glow on your big day: Ultimate wedding skin prep guide

With October here, wedding season is about to kick off! Let’s talk wedding day skin prep so you can look and feel amazing on your...

Eyeshadow primer: Game-changer for unstoppable eye looks

In our last Bonita Artistry Beauty Counter column, we guided you through finding your go-to eyeshadow palette. Now, let’s take it one step further, because...

From daylight to soft glam – your go-to eyeshadow edit

Beauty Counter, with Sarai of Bonita Artistry When life moves fast, the last thing you want is complicated beauty. The right eyeshadow palette can take...

Unique wearable arts design captures imaginations

Howick College’s reputation for excellence in the performing arts and costume design continues to grow, thanks to the recent achievements of year 12 student...

Teen wears grandmother’s 1960s gown to school ball

By Tyra Harrison, AUT student majoring in journalism  Proud east Auckland grandmother Paula Greenstreet and her granddaughter Sophie Wilton-Greenstreet shared a special moment when...

No more cakey make-up: Pro tips for a flawless, smooth base

Your go-to guide to stopping make-up from going cakey. Cakey make-up happens when your base layers; skincare, primer, foundation, concealer, and powder pile up, start...

Nourish, don’t neglect: Winter skincare that fits your life

Beauty Counter, with Sarai of Bonita Artistry Winter winds and indoor heating can leave skin feeling tight, dull, and dehydrated, but your skincare routine doesn’t...
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