Confessions of a Beauty Queen

Eyebrow Threading

Gaynor Alder visits Ottoman3 and experiences the ancient Indian art of threading, with some pretty impressive results. Read more

Salon Seta

Gaynor Alder spends some time at Salon Seta in Melbourne's Yarraville, and despite being immediately transported by its decor and furnishings, winds up relaxed and with a headful of bouncing, shining, healthy hair. Read more

Elite Hair & Makeup

Gaynor Alder reviews Elite Hair and Makeup Academy, headed up by industry expert Justine Poniris. Training aspiring Makeup Artists in modern and current industry specific techniques, Elite is exactly as it claims - Elite. Read more

Seven Virtues of Skincare

Gaynor Alder outlines the seven heavenly virtues to skincare - and all the tips, tricks and products to help you achieve that healthy, dewy glow. Read more

The Seven Sins of Skincare

Gaynor Alder outlines the seven sins of skincare, and explains why sometimes she's the first to commit them. Read more

Skincare Saviours

Gaynor Alder discovers a natural beauty brand that works wonders - especially as a wonderful holiday season skincare saviour. Read more

Fabulous Fleurage

Onya's Beauty Queen Gaynor Alder discovered a a perfumery like no other - where the customer service is real, and the products utterly divine. Read more

Inika Mineral Makeup + Giveaway – CLOSED

You already know Onya's Beauty Editor Gaynor Alder, but now it's time to meet her new column, where all the confessions, reviews and tips are straight from the pout of a Beauty Queen. Read more