Our Team
Amanda Foxon-Hill
BSc Hons Chemistry and Computer Science, Diploma of Cosmetic Chemistry.
Amanda set up Realize Beauty after having worked in the cosmetics industry for over ten years both in Europe and Asia. She recognized a need for better communication between the industry and its customers resulting in Realize Beauty. As well as working as a “hands on” formulator she has played a key role in the sales and marketing of chemicals used in personal care products. Her skill in communicating complex scientific issues to the general public will be put to good use here at Realize Beauty.
Sharon Mitchell
Aromatherapist, Reiki Healer, Massage Therapist, Psychic Development and Much More…
Sharon has been running her own successful wellness clinic in the Blue Mountains for five years by massaging people back to health. Her clinical skills and hands on formulating and healing expertise make her a valuable member of the Realize Beauty team.
Steve Corthine
Hair Colourist and owner of Stevie English Hair.
Steve Corthine owner of Stevie English hair has been hairdressing for over 15 years. Born in Somerset, England, he moved to the bright lights of London and began his brilliant career. Steve trained under internationally renowned hairdresser and organic hair colouring pioneer Daniel Field.
He spent 8 years honing his craft in London, then stints in the USA and Asia before coming to Sydney where he quickly became head colourist at Antony Whittaker Salon. For 5 years, Steve was manager and head colourist at Barney Martin Hairdressing in Surry Hills. Steve is an educator for O&M and has done the same in the past for Wella and L’Oreal. He has a reputation for creating beautiful hair colour both on clients and in photographic and fashion shoots.
Steve’s work can be seen in Marie Claire and Oyster magazines, in various hairdressing publications, and he works on fashion shows and events all over Australia.
Cosimina – Image Consultant
A person is judged by the way that they dress and assumptions are made about that person based on the image that they portray. The choice of clothes, accessories, hairstyle and makeup all contribute to that image. Subtle changes in choices of colour and style can have a significant impact. There is a difference between a “rich” and “gaudy” appearance and sometimes, expert help is needed to ensure a desirable outcome.
Cosimina’s goal as an Colour & Image consultants is to work with clients so that they develop an image that conveys confidence and communicates success whether it be for the individual; woman, man, child or a corporate company.
Amanda, any interest in doing a guest post on The Beauty Brains?
We’ve been working hard for the past 3 years to get reasonable, unbiased scientific information to the public. We seem to have a similar mission.
Keep up the great work.
I am running a new expo in the Byron Bay area and thought you might be interested in exhibiting.
Please visit the link below for details and contact us if you would like to be there.
We would love to have you there.
Best wishes,
Raym
Organic, fresh, sustainable, healthy, hand made
Raym Richards
02 66 19 22 98
expo@allnaturalexpo.com
http://www.allnaturalexpo.com
Hi Raym,
I love that part of the world and will look at the expo.
Thanks for thinking of us.
Amanda
Hello,
I specialize in beauty and fashion illustration. I hope you’ll take a moment and check out my site and consider using some art…maybe for a banner?
I hope to hear from you,
Best wishes,
Marika Hahn
Wow..great minds think alike..informative blog..your panel of experts is what we need more of….
Amanda and Sharon, I just wanted to say how much the beauty community appreciates the Realize Beauty site. You ladies do wonderful work, and we all appreciate the incredibly valuable information you put forth for us. So a big THANK YOU for all your hard work!
Hi
Just read your article on essential oils and swine flu in Australian Aesthetic journal – GREAT stuff – love it. As an aromatherapist for 10 years and now taking up a position in education on the IAAMA council I am so happy and excited to see articles like this out there. Well done and thank you.
hey guys . I like your blog. we are currently looking for good content to supplement our online store. we would be happy to link your site from ours. feel free to check it out
thanks
james
Thanks for the feedback! Drop me a line outlining your proposal and we will have a look. Your site looks pretty funky too!
Great site, how do I subscribe?
Hi,
I would love to use some of your great content on my blog if you are interested.
Look forward to hearing from you.
Kind regards
Julianne
Dear Julianne,
Thanks for the interest, E-mail me and we can discuss it further. amanda@realizebeauty.com