NOVEMBER151

STYLEexperts

JUST LIKE YOUR family relationships, your table can really set the tone of your Christmas celebrations. In addition to Aunty Merle and her delightful crocheted gifts, what you serve to the table can really surprise and delight.

Whether it’s a long table for the masses or a casual mismatched setting, interactive food stations, stands overflowing with goodies and multi-level catering displays can work very well.

Try styling your theme around your main dishes – cleverly clustered citrus for a seafood extravaganza or bales of herbs for a traditional feast of turkey with all the trimmings.

For something more relaxed, mix it up by adding traditional Christmas greenery such as holly, mistletoe or pinecones with bright serving bowls and platters in fuchsia, lime or metallic.

If you prefer the kitchen to front of house, a stylist can take the weight off your shoulders. For large-scale events and corporate groups, a theming company is a must – they can work with your venue to provide a stress-free celebration for everyone.

THE STYLED GROUP P 3852 3339 WWW.THESTYLEDGROUP.COM

STYLING TIPSwith Brendan Cummings

FESTIVE FEASTING

TIPS FOR SOIREE SKINAS WE MOVE into the festive season, it’s not uncommon to become exposed to smoking, alcohol consumption, stress, poor sleep, bad eating habits and too much sun.

It is normal (and fun!) but, when planning your outings, listen to what your body needs to ensure that you are putting your best foot forward at all times, especially with all the soiree invites rolling in!

The key to flawless skin is to maintain a balance in your life. Stay hydrated, nourish your body with the best wholefoods, rest when needed and keep stress to a minimum.

As we age, these key factors become even more important. When you’re young, you may not notice any visible changes but poor lifestyle habits all contribute to premature aging. I often hear my clients wishing they could turn back the clock and give their body and skin the attention it deserved.

With each event that comes along, make time to pause and think about what your body needs. Your skin will love you for it.

INTEGRITY PARAMEDICAL SKIN PRACTITIONERS THE VILLAGE, 15/1932 LOGAN RD, UPPER MT GRAVATT P 3849 4111 WWW.INTEGRITYSKIN.COM.AU

SKIN HEALTH with Claire Mason

MIGRAINES: MEN VS WOMENI OFTEN GET asked the question, ‘Are migraines more common in women than men?’

Out of the three million migraine sufferers in Australia, migraines are at least three times more common in women than in men. Research also shows that women are at a higher risk in developing tension headaches than men. Unfortunately, it doesn’t stop there for women, menstrual migraines are common too.

Some can say that men have it easy, however this is untrue. If you have ever heard or suffered a Cluster headache then you would understand how debilitating this severe condition is. Women report cluster headache pain to be worse than giving childbirth. Cluster headaches are also known as suicide headaches, as sufferers have been known to contemplate suicidal thoughts due to the excruciating pain. Unfortunately for men, it affects them three times more than females.

Whether you are a female or male, and suffer from chronic headaches and migraines, there is help available without the need of medication. Call us to find out how.

THE BRISBANE HEADACHE AND MIGRAINE CLINIC CBD, SPRING HILL, SUNNYBANK HILLS P 1800 HEADACHE WWW.1800HEADACHE.COM.AU

HEADACHES AND MIGRAINESwith Bertrand Deouk