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The Age
38 minutes ago
- Entertainment
- The Age
The TikTok-approved trends for brows and make-up coming for your beauty cabinet
This story is part of the July 20 edition of Sunday Life. See all 13 stories. Tracing trends is always a slippery topic. Sometimes, just when you think you have nailed it, things flip. So, to the best of my ability, here are some trends to take note of. Big, bold hair is back – and just after you had mastered the perfect poker-straight blow-dry. According to the international king of hair, Sam McKnight, 'bombshell blowouts' are big news. The reference point is, of course, the 1980s and the tool of choice is velcro rollers. McKnight has created the 'Big Set', which comes with a 'heating hood' you attach to your hairdryer and 18 rollers. Says McKnight, 'Velcro rollers have been a staple since the '80s – they're foolproof for getting that runway lift at the roots and a soft, touchable texture. The hood dryer locks in your set – it's a game-changer for effortless, high-volume results at home.' Until the kit is available here, the next best thing is the Blo Brush Hot Roller Set ($120). On the TikTok beauty front, trends include the clean brow, where the emphasis is on natural brow shapes and textures, stepping away from more sculpted 'block' brows. This has also created a demand for laser eyebrow tattoo removal. According to brow guru Amy Jean Linnehan, 'If the shape and colour still flatter your face, there's no need to remove the tattoo – and you can opt for the latest, softer 'mist brows' technique.' As with brows, lashes are also taking a more natural stance, and TikTokkers are currently experimenting by applying a full face of make-up – without mascara. But if you are still wedded to mascara, try brown – our current favourite is Benefit BadGal Bang! Volumizing Mascara in Rebel Brown ($49). Alternatively, try applying a clear mascara such as Maybelline Great Lash Clear Gel Mascara ($18) to give your eyelashes a glossy, lifted look. And if you just can't give up dark lashes, try a combined lash lift and tint. The 'Y2K lip' is also on the comeback trail, with two key versions – super juicy lips (think Lancôme's Juicy Tubes) and, at the other end of the spectrum, lips blotted with concealer so that they almost disappear. On TikTok, interest in Y2K make-up increased by 64.8 per cent in the 12 months to March according to data from consumer researcher Spate reported in Global Cosmetic Industry magazine. Too Faced is leading the charge with glosses that are shiny and hydrating; we love Kissing Jelly Lip Oil Gloss ($38). And with concealer lips, keep it modern with a darker lip liner. One of our favourites is Mecca Max Pout Pencil in Stella ($16) – use it to colour in the entire lip – and then top with a putty-coloured lipstick. Hero status here goes to M.A.C Cosmetics Macximal Silky Matte Lipstick in Acting Natural ($40).
Sydney Morning Herald
38 minutes ago
- Entertainment
- Sydney Morning Herald
The TikTok-approved trends for brows and make-up coming for your beauty cabinet
This story is part of the July 20 edition of Sunday Life. See all 13 stories. Tracing trends is always a slippery topic. Sometimes, just when you think you have nailed it, things flip. So, to the best of my ability, here are some trends to take note of. Big, bold hair is back – and just after you had mastered the perfect poker-straight blow-dry. According to the international king of hair, Sam McKnight, 'bombshell blowouts' are big news. The reference point is, of course, the 1980s and the tool of choice is velcro rollers. McKnight has created the 'Big Set', which comes with a 'heating hood' you attach to your hairdryer and 18 rollers. Says McKnight, 'Velcro rollers have been a staple since the '80s – they're foolproof for getting that runway lift at the roots and a soft, touchable texture. The hood dryer locks in your set – it's a game-changer for effortless, high-volume results at home.' Until the kit is available here, the next best thing is the Blo Brush Hot Roller Set ($120). On the TikTok beauty front, trends include the clean brow, where the emphasis is on natural brow shapes and textures, stepping away from more sculpted 'block' brows. This has also created a demand for laser eyebrow tattoo removal. According to brow guru Amy Jean Linnehan, 'If the shape and colour still flatter your face, there's no need to remove the tattoo – and you can opt for the latest, softer 'mist brows' technique.' As with brows, lashes are also taking a more natural stance, and TikTokkers are currently experimenting by applying a full face of make-up – without mascara. But if you are still wedded to mascara, try brown – our current favourite is Benefit BadGal Bang! Volumizing Mascara in Rebel Brown ($49). Alternatively, try applying a clear mascara such as Maybelline Great Lash Clear Gel Mascara ($18) to give your eyelashes a glossy, lifted look. And if you just can't give up dark lashes, try a combined lash lift and tint. The 'Y2K lip' is also on the comeback trail, with two key versions – super juicy lips (think Lancôme's Juicy Tubes) and, at the other end of the spectrum, lips blotted with concealer so that they almost disappear. On TikTok, interest in Y2K make-up increased by 64.8 per cent in the 12 months to March according to data from consumer researcher Spate reported in Global Cosmetic Industry magazine. Too Faced is leading the charge with glosses that are shiny and hydrating; we love Kissing Jelly Lip Oil Gloss ($38). And with concealer lips, keep it modern with a darker lip liner. One of our favourites is Mecca Max Pout Pencil in Stella ($16) – use it to colour in the entire lip – and then top with a putty-coloured lipstick. Hero status here goes to M.A.C Cosmetics Macximal Silky Matte Lipstick in Acting Natural ($40).
Montreal Gazette
2 days ago
- Business
- Montreal Gazette
‘Rue Canada': Vermont town hopes to lure Canadians by temporarily renaming major shopping street
By Burlington, Vt. is temporarily naming a major shopping street after Canada in hopes of attracting Canadian tourists who have eschewed U.S. travel since President Donald Trump took office. The town rechristened Church St., a popular shopping street for visitors, as Canada St. in a ceremony Wednesday. Signs reading 'Rue Canada St.' are set to remain in place until Sept. 1. The move was a 'symbolic gesture' designed to show that 'Trump's policies are not in line with our values,' said Burlington city councillor Becca Brown McKnight. Those policies, which include aggressive tariffs alongside threats to annex Canada as a '51st state,' have caused a sharp deterioration in cross-border relations. Canadians, including Quebecers, are travelling to the U.S. in smaller numbers than before. In June, 164,000 Quebecers travelled to the U.S., a 43-per-cent drop from the 286,000 who made the trip in June 2024. Canadian tourism offers a significant boost to the Burlington and Vermont economies, McKnight said. 'More Canadians come to Vermont each year than people who live here.' Around 581,000 Canadians visited Vermont between January and May 2025, a 23-per-cent drop from 2024, according to the state's Agency of Commerce and Community Development. Fewer tourists have made for less spending, with the agency reporting a 41-per-cent drop in Canadian credit card spending in the first five months of 2025 compared with the year-earlier period. Reduced tourism is bad news for Burlington, McKnight said, where around 15 per cent of the town's downtown spending typically originates from Canadians. Locals have noticed the decline and 'are hearing French spoken less often,' she said. McKnight said she has already heard positive feedback from Canadians, who she said have told her they plan to visit Burlington this year. But she also acknowledged that some Canadians don't feel comfortable making the trip to the U.S. 'I completely understand that.' Vermonters in Burlington enjoy travel to Quebec, McKnight said, adding that she spent her honeymoon in Montreal.
Irish Independent
11-07-2025
- Business
- Irish Independent
Road closure in Meath to facilitate major water project between Duleek and Navan
To facilitate works, a 24-hour temporary road closure will be in place on the R153 from the R153/R150 Junction in Kentstown to the R153/N2 Balrath Cross Junction, from 7am on Monday, July 14 to 7pm on Friday, July 25. Diversion routes will be clearly signposted, with local and emergency access maintained at all times. According to Uisce Éireann, this closure will not come into effect until the L1610 Duleek to Balrath Crossroads route has been reopened, ensuring ongoing route availability for local traffic. The works form part of a major infrastructure project aimed at securing a more reliable water supply for Navan. The project includes the construction of a 16km regional trunk water main and a pumping station, creating a strategic link between the Staleen Water Treatment Plant and the Proudstown and Carn Hill reservoirs that serve Navan. Uisce Éireann's William McKnight said: 'This infrastructure will maintain supply in the event of planned or unplanned disruptions at the Liscarton Water Treatment Plant and will support development in an area that has seen unprecedented growth in recent years.' The project is expected to support both residential and economic growth while safeguarding against future service interruptions. A dedicated Community Liaison Officer remains active in the area to keep residents informed about traffic management and construction updates. 'We would like to thank the community for their continued patience and cooperation as we deliver this essential infrastructure for Navan and apologise for any inconvenience these necessary works may cause,' Mr McKnight added. Funded by the Local Democracy Reporting Scheme.
Global News
09-07-2025
- Global News
Vernon, B.C. meat shop broken into, inventory, cash stolen
An overnight break-in has Vernon, B.C. meat shop owner Stuart McKnight wondering — where's the beef? McKnight arrived at Yankee Flats Meats Monday morning to find the front door kicked in, cash missing and inventory gone. 'Somebody kicked in our front door and came in, entered the premises and sort of helped themselves to some of our stuff,' McKnight said. About $500 in cash and another $500 worth of meat were taken, along with damage to the property. The shop opened last year and moved just six months ago — only a block away in downtown Vernon. In that short time, it's already weathered two break-ins. 'It almost comes with the territory, unfortunately. We love being part of the local retail community, but there's a dark side downtown where you become a sitting target for people who just want to grab and go,' McKnight explained. Story continues below advertisement 1:34 Vernon woman dead after family disturbance Between the two incidents, the store has lost a couple thousand dollars — no small hit for a local business already facing rising costs. Get breaking National news For news impacting Canada and around the world, sign up for breaking news alerts delivered directly to you when they happen. Sign up for breaking National newsletter Sign Up By providing your email address, you have read and agree to Global News' Terms and Conditions and Privacy Policy 'The cost of retail and business is more expensive than it's ever been, so this just adds to those expenses. It means we have to work a little harder and longer to get back on top,' McKnight said. He also emphasized why supporting local matters. 'All of our meat — pork, chicken, beef, and lamb — comes from right around here. We get it straight to our customers, who really appreciate the work,' he said. Meanwhile, the shop is looking to beef up security measures. 'We're looking at getting more hardware and defenses against this kind of thing, but that's more cost, so you have to weigh the trade-offs,' McKnight added. Story continues below advertisement Vernon RCMP say the investigation is ongoing and no suspects have been identified.
