LifestyleBenefit finally lands in NZThe women behind a fun new-to-New Zealand beauty brand are a close-knit family foursome.15 May 01:00 AM
LifestyleTattoos: Think before you inkLet's say you are living in the moment, feelling giddy - a little tipsy, maybe - and you decide to get that tattoo.14 May 11:25 PM
LifestyleCure for grey hair uncoveredThe cause of grey hair, and a treatment for the condition, has been uprooted by European researchers.07 May 02:20 AM
LifestyleColour that's kind to your hairAdvances in high-shine, odour-free colouring techniques are proving kinder to hair.30 Apr 12:55 PM
LifestyleBotox less effective over timeIt is the beauty treatment many women swear by to smooth out their wrinkled foreheads and crow’s feet. But those relying on Botox to hold back the years could be wasting their money.28 Apr 10:45 PM
LifestyleBeauty: The eyes have itKeep the focus on your face's most arresting feature.23 Apr 06:00 PM
LifestyleThe latest recipe book ... for hairA new book by a New Zealander shares the secrets of how celebrities and models achieve their perfect hair.18 Apr 07:30 PM
LifestyleCarlos Huber takes a snapshot through scentThe idea of a time capsule in a bottle encapsulates a unique perfume business reawakening history.11 Apr 08:00 PM
LifestyleBeauty: Hair styles inspired by the red carpetFrom runway to your way, a leading hair stylist says cherry-pick the best styles.10 Apr 08:00 PM
LifestyleSexy chin? No such thingIt's often said strong cheekbones, a perfect pout and and symmetry make for an alluring face, but a new study suggests there's no such thing as an attractive chin shape.10 Apr 07:05 PM
OpinionRebecca Kamm: What do men think of makeup?What do men think of your makeup? This question is started to grind Rebecca Kamm's gears. And it just refuses to die.09 Apr 10:10 PM
LifestyleBeauty BitesBBs are surely this century's biggest beauty phenomenon to date, and there's no sign launches of the beauty multi-tasker will slow any time soon.09 Apr 06:00 PM
LifestyleEva Mendes likes to look uglyThe sultry star is known as one of the sexiest women in the world, but Eva Mendes has made a decision to be raw and unattractive to land more interesting roles.05 Apr 08:30 PM
LifestyleWhat's happening on the Aussie fashion sceneAustralia's fashion season throws the spotlight on that country's fast-changing shopping scene.04 Apr 06:00 PM
LifestyleBeauty: The overseas items to add to your kitFrom over the seas come these covetable items to add to your cosmetic kit.03 Apr 08:30 PM
LifestyleViva's traveller look must-havesThe world's your beauty bazaar and, with the whole global traveller look set to continue as a fashion and cosmetics trend in the seasons ahead, it is easy to adopt an eclectic approach to your appearance.03 Apr 04:00 PM
LifestyleGallery: Viva Hit ListA handpicked selection of what's new in fashion, food and beauty right now. See this week's issue of <i>Viva</i> for more.02 Apr 06:00 PM
LifestyleKiwi Brent Lawler's fashion fairy taleLucky breaks, talent and hard work helped New Zealander Brent Lawler make it in the fashion world.27 Mar 11:00 PM
LifestyleBeauty: Super styling warsThe new ghd eclipse is an upgrade of the original product, rather than an entirely new tool. The battle of the hair straighteners heats up.26 Mar 10:00 PM
LifestyleViva's hair straigtener picksHair straighteners come in varying prices and versions to choose from, so it pays to check out both the aesthetics and performance. <i>Viva</i> have put together a list of the top straightners to consider.26 Mar 03:00 PM
LifestyleRed lipstick makes you look youngerMake-up makes women appear younger by increasing the contrast between facial features and skin tone, new research claims.21 Mar 01:10 AM
LifestyleGrooming: Gentlemen's club (+pix)Grooming touches make all the difference for men who know those little extras matter20 Mar 07:00 PM
LifestyleMen's grooming must-havesGrooming touches make all the difference for men who know those little extras matter.20 Mar 06:00 PM
LifestyleHow to get the best beardWe ask four men with very different individual looks how they wear a beard well19 Mar 08:15 PM
LifestyleBridal Beauty: Words from the wiseLook your best walking down the aisle and in photographs14 Mar 04:50 PM
LifestyleBeauty: Silver screen worthyNeisha Henry, from Smashbox cosmetics, which had its start in the film studios of Hollywood, tells <i>Viva</i> how the professionals shine.13 Mar 06:00 PM
LifestyleThe inside word on BB cream (+pix)Margaret Bartlett, education manager for Estee Lauder New Zealand, answers <i>Viva</i>'s questions on the ABC of BBs.07 Mar 01:45 AM
LifestyleWhich birthday babe is MAC's latest inspiration?Rihanna has celebrated her birthday by signing a massive new deal with MAC Cosmetics.20 Feb 11:00 PM
LifestyleBeauty: Pastel playgroundFashion may have had its fling with pretty-pretty for now - moving boldly towards winter's sharper styles - but cosmetically speaking, sugar-spun confectionery colours are like candy to a baby.14 Feb 07:00 PM
LifestyleRomantics, sniff out the perfect scentSniff out these fragrant new selections for true romantics.06 Feb 06:00 PM
