Conscious beauty: the latest buzzwords in skincare and what they actually mean

When it comes to shopping consciously, it can be difficult to decipher all the jargon. Here, we tell you what the buzzwords mean, and why they’re so important.
Scent-imental: FQ on the fragrances that spark their fondest memories

As growing research suggests, there’s a scientific reason why scents strongly link to emotions and lasting memories. These are ours…
Local Heroines: 8 New Zealand beauty brands and the women behind them

For such a small country, New Zealand’s not short on beauty entrepreneurs who’ve built incredible brands. Some were started in a bid to solve a personal issue, others began in the kitchen, and all have their own special stories.
John Galliano’s spellbinding show for Maison Margiela and the make-up look that made it

We need to talk about the Maison Margiela make-up – and how on earth did Pat McGrath create those life-like dolls?
Watch: Sydney Sweeney’s “audition” to become the new face of Kérastase

Following her meteoric rise on-screen, Sydney Sweeney adds Kérastase muse to her remarkable list of projects.
Get the look: These are the products we used to create Lucy Rosiek’s cover shoot beauty

… And how you can recreate the look at home.
The latest in luxury scents to hit our shores from iconic French beauty house Guerlain

We tell you all about Guerlain’s iconic fragrances…
Treat yourself: These Auckland-based beauty treatments will leave you feeling brand new

We know it’s the season of giving but sometimes it’s nice to be on the receiving end. Here we list our favourite beauty treatments in Tāmaki Makaurau/Auckland we think you’ll love.
Legislation to medication: Carmen Doran on how medicinal cannabis is transforming the health of New Zealanders

Carmen Doran, chief executive officer of Helius Therapeutics, sheds light on the field of medicinal cannabis in Aotearoa, including how the company is supporting a clinical study into endometriosis, and why we should be as comfortable discussing the drug as paracetamol.
Fashion meets fantasy: experience the Guo Pei showcase at Auckland Art Gallery Toi o Tāmaki

Experience the breathtaking creations of designer Guo Pei up close at Auckland Art Gallery Toi o Tāmaki, including an iconic Met Gala gown worn by Rihanna.
From the editor: bringing together Fashion Quarterly’s summer 2024 issue

Editor-in-chief Sarah Murray on everything of note in our ‘Authenticity’ issue.
Recipe: Ampersand’s freshly shucked oysters with spicy yuzu dressing

Embrace the warmer weather with seasonal flavours and delicious dishes at Ampersand in Ōrākei Bay Village this summer.