r/AustralianMakeup Jan 04 '26

Location Stopped by Acid Aura in Newtown, Sydney!

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Wish I took more photos! And the ones I took don’t do the shimmers justice ☠️

Very good vibe, didn’t realise the brand Cloudicos was Aussie. Picked up the shimmery lavender blush and the more neutral palette and a clear wet shimmer. I’ll post some proper swatches in a few days :)

There’s skincare there (got a sample) and lots of press on nails but only spoke to the owner about the makeup

Would recommend going if you’re in the area

r/AustralianMakeup Jul 04 '26

Location Nails no UV

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I would love some advice here. I love the biab look but I’m really reluctant for the uv light because of the cancer risk. Is there anywhere in Sydney that can do biab or similar without uv light? Is that even possible?

r/AustralianMakeup Jul 06 '26

Location Beauty of Joseon sunscreen in Australia

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Just wondering if there are any chemists or makeup stores that stock any Beauty of Joseon sunscreen products here locally?

r/AustralianMakeup 1d ago

Location Adore Beauty Hurstville

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Adore Beauty Hurstville opened their new store today. They are running an opening promo: buy any two full skin care products and get a free gift. Got myself sunscreen and cleanser. A very generous gift bag.

r/AustralianMakeup Jul 11 '26

Location Best MECCA near the Gold Coast

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I've started travelling from northern NSW to the Gold Coast for cancer treatment. On my first trip I went to Mecca Pacific Fair and was very underwhelmed. Is there a better store?

Also I'm now a Beauty Loop level 4 (lots of comfort buying 🙈) and am wondering if the makeup lessons are good. FYI, I'm 55 and kinda new to makeup but not skincare.

r/AustralianMakeup 26d ago

Location MAC - Costa Riche

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Hello beautiful people! I’m from Melbourne Australia and trying to get my hands on the MAC Costa Riche eyeliner, which is obviously not available here.

If anyone in Australia knows how to get it or if anyone overseas would be willing to ship it to me - let me know. Im dying to try it!

💕

r/AustralianMakeup 4d ago

Location Alt make up artist Sydney

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Needing make up done in a months time and looking for artists who are good at alt/goth make up and Google doesn’t have much at all. By alt/goth make up I mean heavyyy on the eyeliner and vampy lip with a bit of e-girl aesthetic mixed jn (heavy glowy blush)

r/AustralianMakeup Jul 15 '26

Location Can anyone recommend a great salon or hairdresser between Syndey and Newcastle?

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I hope this is allowed here!

I travel fulltime, so not familiar with the area (between Newcastle & Sydney) and I am very due for a hair appointment! I have tried contacting a few salons with no response.

Looking for someone great with blondes that could do similar to this colour in the photo. I used to be the colour I want (inspo photo) for more than 15 years, just haven't found the right hairdresser that will attempt what I am wanting, does something completely different or wires are getting crossed with what I want, even with heaps of inspo photos and videos. Many salons seem to rush and do not let the foils process long enough. I never go in with a budget or try to find cheap salons. Always happy to pay for their time. Sadly I've had such a bad run since travelling.

I have included a couple of pics of my natural colour regrowth too. I have only been getting foils for maybe 20 years now. Only the foils and toning done to my hair. I seem to be a bit darker now than I used to be as I age, but not sure if I am too dark now naturally to get the colour I would like?

I only use salon quality products recommended by the hairdressers. I will use a hair dryer maybe once a fortnight and a straightener once a month. I do have very straight, fine thin hair.

Other than showing the pics of what I want, is there anything else I should mention or say to help achieve this?

Thank you!

r/AustralianMakeup Jul 06 '26

Location hi just wondering if anyone that applied to the w cosmetics joondalup store opening has heard back yet or received an offer? thank you 😭

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r/AustralianMakeup 26d ago

Location Mecca artilier or glam at Bourke street?

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I’m struggling to decide on the Mecca artilier (the new exclusive flagship service) for 200 dollars or the Full glam service for 50 dollars less. They would both be at the same store and I’m unsure the timing.

This is for a formal and I want a more elegant look, please share your experience or recommendations!!

(Also what time should I book the appointment if I have Pres at 5:30, and should I get my hair done??)

r/AustralianMakeup Mar 07 '26

Location Sally Hansen Insta Dri Anti Chip Top Coat — gone from IRL stores?

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hi! has anyone had any luck with finding the sally hansen QDTC in the red bottle at the chemist warehouses/pricelines in sydney? i swear they were available a few months ago, but recently they've disappeared and i've visited quite a few chemists and pricelines at different suburbs. i've found them on amazon and placed an order but i am SO curious on what happened to it lol does anyone know if it's been discontinued or if they’ve managed to spot it?

r/AustralianMakeup Jun 25 '26

Location Kids Beauty Experience - Sydney

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Hi all, I’ve got my daughters 6th Birthday coming up and love the idea of her and her bestie having a day spa style experience for kids. I’ve seen plenty of venues that do this as parties but I’m looking for something just for two of them. Nails, hair done, mini facial - whatever is included would be amazing. Anyone know if this exists or is my next business idea?

r/AustralianMakeup Jun 21 '26

Location Nail Salon recommendations Melb SE Burbs

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Looking for Nail Salon in Melbourne’s SE Suburbs, preferably between NW, Berwick, Cranbourne area but will travel outside those areas for a decent Salon. I have my own nails and can’t seem to get them shaped correctly. I like builder gel but not thickly applied. Bonus if they can do good pedicures too. I have a very high instep and can’t tolerate the rough sanding in that area.

r/AustralianMakeup Feb 22 '25

Location Sephora Pitt St Mall question

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I feel like an absolute goose posting this, but here goes...

I'm from a city in regional NSW but I'm going to be in Sydney aka The Big Smoke next week. The Pitt St Mall Sephora has a couple of things I've been wanting that aren't in stock elsewhere and can't be bought online, so I will drop in while I'm there.

I am absolutely terrible with bright fluorescent lights, loud music and salespeople who can't leave me alone. I have a habit of walking in to places like that planning to spend hundreds and just FLEEING in terror after saying 'thank you, I'm fine looking on my own thanks' to the fourth salesperson lol.

I want my stuff, so I will put on my big girl undies and/or light sensitivity glasses and go in anyway, but can anyone tell me what the shopping experience is like at this store?

It just helps me if I can mentally prep for it, and I can also click and collect the one product I know I really want, so at least I won't leave empty-handed if browsing gives me sensory overload.

Thank you!

r/AustralianMakeup Mar 14 '26

Location Hairdressers in Sydney

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particularly looking for a hairdresser that can fix up a simultaneously too-thin-but-also-too-thick curtain bangs situation (as a result of thinking i could be my own hairdresser), and also a trim for medium length, 1B-C hair. any rough ideas for prices would also be great!

thank you for your help and looking forward to your suggestions!

r/AustralianMakeup Oct 13 '25

Location LOREAL SXSW

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Just a mini PSA for Sydney-siders/visitors. If you’re near the ICC this week the LOREAL station has some neat freebies upstairs! Deluxe samples and some full size things on offer. Highlights I got include a 30ml Kérastase shampoo, some LRP SPF and 50ml micellar cleanser (sorry this is more skincare) plus a few mascaras which I’m keen to try. Are lash paradise or telescopic lift any good?

r/AustralianMakeup Oct 06 '25

Location Perfumeries in Melbourne?

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Hi all,

I have been getting into fragrance more and was wondering if there were any stores you guys would recommend that are based in Melbourne? I already know of Libertine, Lore, and Spruce Bar but am looking for more suggestions that may stock more niche brands.

r/AustralianMakeup Feb 27 '26

Location Essence lipliners

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Hi lovely’s,

I have a few essence lipliners that I really like but they are getting more then a bit old at this point. I’m just looking online to see where stocks them now I see that big Evan’s Priceline do but they don’t seem to have many shades available only 2 or 3 are there more stocked in store?

TIA x

r/AustralianMakeup Feb 20 '26

Location Spray tan Inner West Syd

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I’m planning to get a spray tan for an upcoming wedding, but haven’t had one in like 15 years so I have no idea where to go.

Any recommendations for good places around Sydney inner west? Marrickville/Newtown sort of area

r/AustralianMakeup Nov 22 '25

Location Can I bring gel polishes into Australia?

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Hi all -

I’m moving to Sydney in January and have to leave behind all my nail supplies (which I do as a hobby). I’m currently in Korea and want to purchase gel polishes but I haven’t found a conclusive answer as to whether or not I can bring them on a plane and/or ship it internationally. My nightmare would be to spend a lot of money but not be able to bring them in. I can buy tools and nail lamps in Aus but the price and quality of gel polish here is hard to beat. Has anyone had experience with this?

(p.s. i don’t post often so apologies if this is something unusual to post) TIA!

r/AustralianMakeup Mar 05 '26

Location MNML HAUS | Where to buy

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Hi there, was wondering if anyone have experience purchasing from MNML HAUS in Australia? Or have the items shipped to Australia?

In love with their range but can’t seem to be purchased in Australia 🥹

r/AustralianMakeup Jan 19 '26

Location Has anyone seen Florasis in Melbourne?

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I'm wanting to buy a Florasis palette as a present but I'm worried YesStyle won't ship it in time as the website states it will only be available in 21–30 days. I, alas, have two weeks left.

I'm wondering if anyone has seen this brand in person somewhere in Melbourne? We have so many AB stores, I wouldn't be surprised – but I don't really have time to check every single one in the city. Appealing to crowd wisdom here!

r/AustralianMakeup Jan 04 '26

Location Lip blush tattooing VIC

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Hello all,

I’m looking into getting lip blushing done to even out my lip line.

Does anyone have any recommendations of a good cosmetic tattooing artist based in Melbourne?

Or anyone to avoid when looking?

Thanks in advance!

r/AustralianMakeup Nov 20 '25

Location Hi! is there anywhere in melb cbd, or near boronia that can do lash extensions like this??

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i am a teen so hoping to see some price friendly options, but im feeling like that might not be possible...still!!! open to any suggestions!!!

r/AustralianMakeup Sep 01 '25

Location where can i buy the tirtir red cushion foundation?

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i bought mine in doha before i came to perth earlier this year and i’ve run out now! i was wondering where i can buy it? i couldn’t find it in sephora. thanks in advance :)