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Does No Makeup Makeup Ever Really Go Out of Fashion?

March 15, 2026 by w b

Beauty trends often arrive loudly and leave quietly. One season it is bold brows, the next it’s contouring, then before you know it, everyone has more highlighters than they know what to do with. Yet through all of this, the nude or “no makeup makeup” look has (alongside the French Manicure) quietly remained the beauty equivalent of a good pair of jeans and timeless white shirt.

It’s not surprising, after all, most of us want to look polished and put together, but not as though we have spent hours getting there. This look does exactly that, even though a little expertise is involved behind the scenes. As autumn approaches, it’s a good time to think about refreshing this classic look with tones that work well in the cooler months.

Why Natural Makeup Never Really Goes Out of Fashion

There is a reason the no makeup makeup look has outlived other trends that come and go. It suits almost everyone, allowing your natural features to take centre stage.

At its heart, the look is about enhancing rather than masking. Skin is evened out rather than heavily covered, eyes are softly defined rather than dramatically sculpted, and lips look healthy rather than overly “done”. In short, the goal is to appear naturally polished.

Another reason for its longevity is the growing awareness around skin health. Increasingly, women are choosing makeup that works with their skin rather than sitting heavily on top of it. Mineral-based formulas are particularly popular for this reason, offering breathable coverage that feels comfortable throughout the day. Our favourite clean makeup brand, Jane Iredale, creates makeup that supports the skin while delivering a beautifully natural finish.

Updating the No Makeup Makeup Look for Autumn

While the essence of this look remains the same year-round, the details tend to shift slightly with the seasons. Autumn calls for small adjustments rather than a complete overhaul, which is good news for anyone who prefers their beauty routine to remain manageable.

Colours can also evolve with the season. Where summer nudes might lean towards lighter beige and peach tones, autumn welcomes slightly warmer neutrals. Soft taupes on the eyes, gentle bronze for subtle definition, and blush shades that mimic a natural flush can all bring warmth to the face without looking overly made up.

PurePressed® Blush in Barely Rose

ColorLuxe Hydrating Cream Lipstick in Desert Rose

Lips follow a similar pattern. Instead of very pale nudes, autumn tends to favour shades that are just a little deeper, think rose, warm nude or soft berry. The result is still unmistakably natural, just with a hint of seasonal richness.

The Products That Make Effortless Look Easy

Of course, the secret behind the no makeup makeup look is that the right products do a fair amount of the work for you. We love Jane Iredale makeup for its skin-loving mineral formulas and refined colour palette. The range is designed to enhance natural beauty rather than overpower it.

A lightweight mineral foundation can create a smooth, even base while still allowing the skin’s natural texture to show through. A touch of blush restores freshness to the complexion, neutral eyeshadows softly enhance the eyes, and well-groomed brows frame the face without demanding attention.

As autumn settles in, it is the perfect time to update your cosmetic bag with a few seasonal changes. Warmer tones, hydrating formulas and thoughtfully chosen products can keep skin looking fresh and healthy through the cooler months.

If you would like some help picking the perfect palette, our therapists are always happy to help. Visit the spa to explore the Jane Iredale range or book a professional makeup lesson to discover the shades and techniques that work beautifully with your skin.

Natural Summer Glow

October 24, 2023 by w b

As we head into the warmer months, it’s time to switch up your makeup look. Say goodbye to your full-coverage foundations, cooler tones, matte finishes and deep lip colours, and make way for a natural summer glow! Read on for our top tips on how to give your complexion a radiant and healthy appearance.

How to Achieve a Natural Summer Glow:

Before you even start to apply your summer makeup, it’s time to prepare your canvas. If you haven’t yet bought one of our Spring Seasonal Special Facials, you have just a few weeks left to secure yours. Choose from the Sothys Seasonal Facial or the Ultraceuticals Azyme. Both of these facials will deliver a much-needed dose of radiance to winter-weary skin, helping you on your way to that wonderful, dewy look that is such an integral part of a natural summer glow.

Now Spring Clean your Makeup Bag:

Bag your Base:

It’s time to say goodbye to your winter full-coverage foundation. Instead, opt for a lightweight tinted moisturizer or BB cream that provides sheer coverage and a subtle glow. These types of product even out your skin tone without feeling heavy. We love Jane Iredale’s Dream Tint® Tinted Moisturizer SPF 15. This calming and soothing base hydrates and provides sheer to medium coverage. But it also helps prevent trans-epidermal water loss.

Choose your Bronzer:

It’s time to add a little shimmer as we head into summer. But when you apply your bronzer, do so only where the sun would naturally tint your skin. (Even though we don’t let that happen and all wear our SPF!) Apply to your forehead and down your nose, a sweep across your cheekbones and don’t forget your neck and decolletage.

Remember, when applying bronzer, less is often more. It’s better to start with a small amount and build up gradually to achieve the desired level of warmth and definition. Additionally, choose a bronzer shade that complements your skin tone. For a natural look, opt for a shade that is only a shade or two darker than your natural skin colour.

Add some Shimmer:

Shimmery eyeshadows, highlighters, and glosses are great for summer, helping to create a luminous, dewy look. Pop in to view our range of Jane Iredale PurePressed® Eye Shadows. Whether you choose a single, triple or palette we’re sure you’ll find a lustrous eyeshadow that glides on and stays on, with just the right amount of sparkle!

Brighten up your Lips:

Summer calls for fresh lip colors. Choose pinks, oranges, and bright reds, to reflect the lively, colorful spirit of the season. Or choose natural nudes for a perfect “I’m not wearing any makeup” look!

If you need more makeup inspiration to help you achieve a natural summer glow, call us to book your spot at our Jane Iredale Makeup Event on Wednesday 1st November, 2023 – From 9:00 a.m.

Winter Makeup – Time to Change

April 5, 2023 by w b

With the cooler months approaching, it’s time to consider switching things up for the new season. Just like you might switch your wardrobe around and bring your favourite winter pieces to the front, it’s an excellent time to look at your makeup bag and consider what winter makeup you need to invest in.

Winter Makeup – Why it’s good to make a change:

There are a few reasons that you might want to change your makeup colours and products in winter:

Seasonal trends:

Makeup trends change with the seasons, and winter colours tend to be darker and richer than summer colours. So, switch up your makeup to stay on trend.

Skin tone changes:

During the winter, you’ll see less sun, so your skin tone may become lighter. As a result, the makeup colours that look great in the summer may not complement your skin tone as well in the winter. So, consider switching to different shades that better suit your winter complexion.

Different lighting:

With less natural light in winter, makeup colours perfect for bright, sunshiny days may not look as good. So, it’s a great time to experiment with new shades that look wonderful in winter lighting.

Top Tips for Winter Makeup:

Focus on hydration:

Cooler months mean dryer skin. So, prepare your skin with an excellent moisturising primer. You might even want to mix a little moisturiser with your foundation. The same rule applies to lips; moisturising is everything! We love Jane Iredale’s Triple Luxe™ Long-Lasting Naturally Moist Lipstick.

Swap powders for liquids:

If you can find the perfect blush in a cream rather than a powder finish, this, too, will help with hydration. Choose lighter, liquid foundations or tinted moisturisers.

Cheeks are everything in winter!

Achieve a healthy, natural-looking glow by applying a colourful blush. In the packaging, the product might look intense. But blend it well, and you’ll end up with a subtle hint of colour that gives the complexion a nourished, radiant appearance.

Want more makeup tips?

Then we have just the thing! Make an appointment with our visiting jane iredale Makeup Expert, Melanie McConnell, on Tuesday, 9th May.

You’ll enjoy a personalised one-to-one Mother’s Day makeup consultation to learn tips and tricks on makeup application.

This event has a $40 booking fee, but that’s redeemable against your on-the-day makeup purchases. Plus, buy two or more jane iredale products at your appointment and go into the draw to win a jane iredale gift pack.

How to get Perfect Party Eyes

December 15, 2022 by w b

It’s summer, and the festive season is fast approaching, which can mean only one thing… It’s time to get your social on. So, as you prepare for after-work drinks, Christmas Eve with friends or a grand New Year’s bash, we thought we’d share some tips on how to get perfect party eyes!

How to get Perfect Party Eyes

Frame your Face:

Your eyebrows frame your face, so well-groomed brows are a great place to begin. An eyebrow tidy and tint at our Nelson Spa takes just 20 minutes. But if you haven’t managed to find time for an appointment, don’t worry because other options are available! Jane Iredale Brow Products have all been revamped and are now reformulated for better colour and longer-lasting wear.

The PureBrow™ Precision Pencil will add definition, fill gaps and balance asymmetrical brows.
The PureBrow™ Shaping Pencil is double-sided. Use the thicker side of the pencil to create shape and fill brows and the finer side to outline and create definition.
Finally, the PureBrow™ Brow Gel tames your brows, adding depth and keeping hairs in place.

All these brow products come in various shades, so you’ll find your perfect match!

Luscious Lashes:

Lash tinting will add depth and colour to your eyes. Our professional Eyelash Tint also includes an eyebrow tidy and costs just $40! But again, if you haven’t managed to secure an appointment before your next party, there are other options. Invest in a Jane Iredale mineral mascara that lengthens, conditions, and thickens lashes to perfection for a luxe look you’ll love.

Prepare to Party:

Although not an instant fix for perfect peepers, we couldn’t write about party eyes without including a little on our new product range from Lash Fridays. We stock both Brow and Lash Growth Serums at $59.99 each.

Results from Lash Fridays’ serums typically appear within 3-8 weeks. This will vary from person to person. Some people will see results already after one week, but most people within six weeks.

Currently, if you buy a lash serum, you’ll get a brow serum at half price. (Only while stocks last).

Line Them Up:

Whether you prefer a perfect line or a smudged-out smoky eye, eyeliner is a must-have in your party makeup kit. Talk to us about the options we have in the spa.

Step Out of The Shadow with Eyeshadow:

Eyelash application can be a minefield, so here are our three simple tips to perfect party eyes!

Start with a neutral base before you add colour. Use a primer and/or a light dusting of translucent powder.
Always build your colour from light to dark. But remember, you don’t have to overcomplicate things. Sometimes you might choose a neutral matte or shimmer shadow and blend one shade all over your lid.
Use a setting spray for party staying power!

If you need more help achieving perfect party eyes, call in and see us, we’re happy to guide you through the product range at our Nelson Spa.

Spring makeup looks

October 9, 2020 by w b

Spring has arrived in Nelson, which means it’s time to refresh your makeup bag. So in this week’s article, we thought we’d share some tips to help you freshen up. We’re talking spring makeup looks.

Spring makeup looks and tips:

Colour Me Pretty for Spring:

Spring is the time to bust out the bold floral colours! Think bright and punchy pinks. A pop of colour on the lips immediately brightens up any makeup look and always gets a ton of compliments!

Getting your glow on:

As we come out of the winter months complexions are generally paler, especially given the lack of tropical holidays this year. Jane Iredale has a huge range of beautiful blushes to suit any look providing a healthy, stunning wash of colour to the cheeks.

As you pull out your favourite short-sleeve tops, Jane Iredale Tantasia Face and Body Shimmer are a must-have for any last-minute social occasions. It gives am instant glow and natural touch of colour when applied.

Spring Cleaning:

A change of season is also a good reminder it’s probably time to deep clean your make up brushes! Although it is a big chore, cleaning your make up brushes regularly and caring for them will not only help them last longer, it will also mean they perform better during makeup application.

Getting the Foundations Right:

Although foundation choice comes down to personal preference, generally as the weather warms up lighter textures and coverage on the face becomes the preferred choice for many.

The Jane Iredale Liquid Minerals foundation is a beautiful, lightweight option to switch to during the warmer months. With beads of pigment suspended in a beautiful hydrating serum, it’s a foundation and treatment for the skin all in one! It offers a light-medium coverage for day wear.

If you would like to switch to something lighter in weight but still prefer a medium coverage then Dream Tint may be right for you. Dream Tint is a tinted moisturiser that provides medium coverage and also has naturally occurring SPF (always a bonus)!

A dewy finish to the skin is a quick way to achieve a youthful glow and always looks great during the warmer months. This can be achieved with a liquid foundation, a cream blusher and highlighter! All can be applied quickly and blended out with fingers, so, it’s super easy to do in a rush.

All Day Glamour:

If you have a special occasion, you need to make sure your make up stays put for it’s always a good idea to give yourself a mini at-home facial before application.

Step 1: Exfoliate to remove build-up and congestion on the skin. This provides a smoother surface for your make up to grab on to. We recommend the Gentle Exfoliating Gel from Ultraceuticals.

Step 2: A hydrating mask such as the Replenishing Mask from Ultraceauticals or the Dilo Hydrating Mask from Pure Fiji will help to smooth out and plump up the appearance of fine lines. That means that makeup is less likely to settle into them.

Step 3: Fill your handbag with makeup touch-up solutions. Pressed powder, blotting papers and setting spray are your must-have items.

Day to Evening:

A day to evening spring makeup look is super easy to achieve. All you need is a Jane Iredale Contour Kit, your preferred night-time lipstick shade and some darker eyeshadow.

Nighttime makeup calls for more enhanced features. Dust some bronzer under the cheekbones, jawline and across the top of the forehead to provide dimension and accentuate bone structure. A touch up of blush for a slightly more dramatic effect, and lastly a deeper lip shade is usually a great way to take a look from day through to night.

Top Tools:

Let’s talk brushes… Essential tools for achieving your spring makeup look.

Having the right tools for the job make beautiful makeup so much more achievable! Lower quality brushes don’t pick up and deposit the pigments in makeup very well, and often absorb a lot more product. Whereas good quality brushes make blending out a flawless finish a task, even a beginner can achieve.

Need more spring makeup look advice? Why not book your place at our Jane Iredale Spring Makeup Event with visiting expert, Melanie McConnell?

WHEN:
Book your 40 minute appointment on Tuesday 20th October 2020 – 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

WHERE:
Woman, 26 New St, Nelson

BOOKING FEE – $40
Redeemable on Jane Iredale product purchased at the event

Contact us HERE to book your place.

Winter Lip Care & Celebrating Lipstick Day… WIN!

July 17, 2020 by w b

We officially celebrate Lipstick Day on the 29th of July. So, to help ensure your lips are in tip-top shape for the big day, we’re sharing a few tips for winter lip care. Read on for all the info… PLUS a chance to WIN!

Winter Lip Care to help you celebrate Lipstick Day:

Harsh environmental factors over winter months play havoc with your skin. Quick changes between cool outside temperatures and excessive airflow from indoor heating also dry out your lips, resulting in chapping and soreness. But help is at hand…

Products to Perfect your Pout:

The best way to look after your lips (and ensure a flawless lipstick application afterwards) is to exfoliate your lips before applying any treatment product such as a lip balm or lip mask.

Jane Iredale has a Dual-Ended Two-in-One Lip Scrub and Lip Plumper product which is great for in the handbag and on the go, or if you go away for a weekend.

Pure Fiji has also launched two new products for winter lip care, providing a dream team for perfect lips!

New Coconut Sugar Lip Polish is available in four infusions – Mango, Coconut Lime, Coconut & Honey and Coconut. Simply take a fingertip of the product and work into the lips in circular motions then remove any residue. This is really important before hydrating the lips as it removes build-up before moving onto our next product… Overnight Sleeping Lip Mask.
Pure Fiji Overnight Sleeping Lip Mask – Simply apply after exfoliating (as above) and you’ll wake up with hydrated and nourished lips.

The Main Event:

Once you’ve prepared for lipstick application, it’s time to choose your favourite colour.

At Woman, we stock a wide range of Jane Iredale lip colours, including tinted balms, lip gloss, lip stains, bullet lipsticks and lip crayons. For enhanced winter lip care we absolutely LOVE the tinted lip balms, they are super hydrating and come in a beautiful range of colours that we can help you match to your complexion.

This winter we are seeing beautiful deep berry tones for lips. Wearing a bold lip breathes life back into what can sometimes be a dull winter complexion, and if you have a lot of black in your winter wardrobe, a pop of colour will help add interest to your look.

It’s Competition Time:

To help you celebrate Lipstick Day, we’ve put together a Lip-Inspired Prize Package. We are giving away:

Pure Fiji Coconut Sugar Lip Polish
Pure Fiji Overnight Sleeping Lip Masque
Jane Iredale Lip Drink Lip Balm
PLUS an Ultra Express Facial

For a chance to be the lucky winner, enter HERE… And don’t forget to share with your friends and subscribe to our newsletter for bonus entries!

Getting the foundation right with Jane Iredale

October 8, 2019 by w b

There are so many situations in life where it’s essential to get the foundation right! If you start with a good base, you’ve always got something to build on. And actually, making up is no exception. Choosing the right foundation for your skin won’t just improve your appearance. Research has shown that most foundations provide another layer of protection against environmental stresses. Jane Iredale mineral foundations are formulated with only the best natural ingredients. Each ingredient is only included to either give coverage or to benefit and nourish the skin.

How to choose the right colour:

When testing foundation shades, it’s important to colour match to your neck and décolletage. That way, when you have applied it to your face and blended down the neck area, there will be no visible line where your foundation ends, and your natural skin begins. Your face finishes where the neckline of your top starts! This goes for skincare too ladies always use your product across the décolletage area.

How to choose the right type of foundation:

Liquid, powder, matte? Foundation is a minefield these days! What kind of foundation is best for you can depend on a whole array of things, such as skin type, desired coverage, personal preference and how much time you would like to spend applying your make up. To make sure you make the best decision, just ask your preferred therapist for guidance.

Seasonal change-up:

As you head into the summer months, you might prefer a more lightweight and natural look for your skin. Lightening things up helps ensure the wear on the makeup (through swimming or perspiring) is a lot less noticeable.

We’ll often suggest a switch to tinted moisturiser during high summer (we have a couple of options in the salon). Combine this with a small amount of powder over the top to even out your complexion.

If your complexion deepens over the summer months from sun exposure, then you are likely to need to change your foundation shade as well to keep everything looking seamless and natural.

Save yourself from summer slippage:

To stop your foundation slipping off during warmer months, follow our top 5 handy hints!

Apply a primer first. This will provide your foundation with a better base to “grip” to.
To ensure your foundation stays put, set it with a powder and touch up partway through the day.
An oil-controlling setting spray will help keep breakthrough oils at bay.
Blotting papers are a handbag essential. Blot off excess oil and sweat while still keeping your make up intact.
The Jane Iredale range also includes a mattifying powder. Keep this in your handbag to eliminate shine without having to cake on more powder foundation.

Jane Iredale Beyond Matte Foundation:

We’re delighted to introduce this new product to our Jane Iredale range.

Key Benefits:

Semi-matte, this means it isn’t wholly matte, which can leave some people looking a bit “flat” it still allows the skins natural luminosity to come through.
Lightweight and long-wearing.
Medium-to-full, buildable coverage.
Reduces the appearance of shine and creates the look of smooth, even skin while minimising the appearance of pores.
Suitable for all skin types.
Free from phthalates, parabens, GMO, artificial dyes, synthetic preservatives, synthetic fragrance, talc, nanoparticles and heavy metals.
Certified clean and safe: clinically tested, dermatologist tested, allergy tested, sensitisation tested, noncomedogenic.

Key Ingredients:

PoreTect^™
An eco-friendly ingredient made from Linseed and Celery Seed Extracts, PoreTect brings firmness, tone and density to the skin, reinforcing the structures that hold pores tight.

Peptides
Minimise the appearance of shine and promote a smooth, semi-matte, photo-ready finish.

Xilogel^®
A proprietary blend of Tamarind Seed and plant-based Hyaluronic Acid, Xilogel enhances the ability to improve skin elasticity, smooth and moisturise the skin.

We have a fabulous Jane Iredale event coming up where you can find out more about the new Beyond Matte Foundation. Discover all the details HERE.

New Year Resolutions for Skincare

January 10, 2019 by w b

Happy New Year to you from the team at Woman! We hope you’ve had a wonderful festive holiday. At this time of year it’s customary to reflect on the past twelve months, and work out how you’re going to achieve your goals in the year ahead. It’s common to make goals around health and fitness, but let’s think about looking after the largest organ you have… Your skin! We thought it might be timely to share some skincare New Year resolutions that will help you glow with vitality in 2019!

Five New Year resolutions for skincare

Resolve to find your perfect facial sunscreen
It’s important to factor quality ‘facial’ sunscreen into your daily skincare routine. Ultraceuticals UV Protective Daily Moisturiser Range are the perfect way to stay protected every day.
Choose from:
- Non greasy SPF 50+ for all skin types
- Sheer tint SPF 30+ for all skin types
- Hydrating SPF 30+ for dry to normal skin
- Mattifying SPF 30+ for dry to normal skin, no chalky residue, non greasy
Resolve to hydrate from the inside out
Drinking plenty of water will flush out toxins, giving you a healthy glow. Your skin will feel plumper and softer. Remember to include plenty of hydrating foods in your diet too. Watermelon, cucumber, berries and green leaves can all help to increase levels of hydration.
Resolve to keep it clean
Sounds simple… But how about if you’ve not worn a scrap of makeup all day? The answer is ‘yes’! Even if you’ve had your weekend fresh face on. The importance of your cleansing routine can never be underestimated. It’s not just about removing makeup. You come face to face (pun intended) with tiny particles of pollutants all day, evey day! And when it comes to cleaning, don’t forget your makeup brushes. These babies can become hotbeds for gunk and bacteria, so treat them well and give them some regular maintenance.
Resolve to get regular facials
A regular skincare cleansing routine is a good start, but as your skin changes from season to season you might need a little extra help to really get your glow on! At Woman we specialise and are trained in advanced skincare facials. We will give you honest advice and outstanding service with successful results. Check out our full range of facials HERE.
Resolve to make your makeup mineral
Mineral makeups are made from pure, crushed minerals and other natural components. So they don’t contain any nasty ingredients or toxic chemicals that are often the norm in other standard makeup ranges. This means they are gentler on your skin and won’t clog your pores or cause breakouts. At Woman we’re proud to be exclusive Nelson stockist for leading mineral makeup brand, Jane Iredale.

Call in and talk to us about your skincare New Year resolutions!

Why Natural Makeup Never Really Goes Out of Fashion

Updating the No Makeup Makeup Look for Autumn

The Products That Make Effortless Look Easy

How to Achieve a Natural Summer Glow:

Now Spring Clean your Makeup Bag:

Bag your Base:

Choose your Bronzer:

Brighten up your Lips:

Winter Makeup – Why it’s good to make a change:

Seasonal trends:

Skin tone changes:

Different lighting:

Top Tips for Winter Makeup:

Focus on hydration:

Swap powders for liquids:

Cheeks are everything in winter!

Want more makeup tips?

How to get Perfect Party Eyes

Luscious Lashes:

Line Them Up:

Spring makeup looks and tips:

Colour Me Pretty for Spring:

Getting your glow on:

Spring Cleaning:

Getting the Foundations Right:

All Day Glamour:

Day to Evening:

Top Tools:

Contact us HERE to book your place.

Winter Lip Care to help you celebrate Lipstick Day:

Products to Perfect your Pout:

The Main Event:

It’s Competition Time:

How to choose the right colour:

How to choose the right type of foundation:

Seasonal change-up:

Save yourself from summer slippage:

Jane Iredale Beyond Matte Foundation:

Key Benefits:

Key Ingredients:

Five New Year resolutions for skincare

Resolve to find your perfect facial sunscreen

Resolve to hydrate from the inside out

Resolve to keep it clean

Resolve to get regular facials

Resolve to make your makeup mineral

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