Our Friends

Amanda Foxon-Hill

 Amanda Foxon-Hill

BSc Hons Chemistry and Computer Science,  Diploma of Cosmetic Chemistry.

Amanda set up Realize Beauty after  recognizing the need for better communiation and understanding between the cosmetics industry and its customers.  Her background in applied chemistry  and experience in bringing new products to market are put to good use in the Realize Beauty team.  Amanda’s key asset is her skill  in communicating complex scientific selling points throughout the supply chain and into the public domain, something that is highly valued in this dynamic and technology driven marketplace.Wendy Free

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.

Personal Care Truth or Scare.

Personal Care Truth is a global community of cosmetic scientists and industry experts that help keep the facts on the table and the fiction in the closet.

New Directions.

The team at New Directions work tirelessly to provide start-up businesses, formulators and entrepreneurs access to some of the best cosmetic ingredients on offer.  We support them by purchasing our workshop materials through them and promoting their educational and business development activities. Amanda is also part of their virtual help desk team.

Institute of Personal Care Science

 

Many of our readers are wanting to take their career in the cosmetics industry further and that is why we recomend the Institute of Personal Care Science.  Their nationally recognised diplomas can be completed by distance education and offer a real in-depth look at how cosmetics are developed and marketed.

Fizzics Education.

 

Realize Beauty believes that science should be fun and hands-on which is why we partner with Fizzics Education.  Fizzics run a wide range of science workshops and parties  for children from ages 3-18  including our Cosmetic Kitchen.  In addition to that Fizzics also have a virtual conferencing facility enabling them to stream live into venues around the world. Realize Beauty will be partnering with Fizzics to offer live-to-air  cosmetic kitchen workshops in the near future!

They can be booked for private functions, school workshops or corporate events, details are on their website.

Lucia De Giovanni Photography

 

Lucia is a visionary photographer based in Denver, USA  who specialises in working with natural light. Her eye for detail and ability to capture the essence of beauty is why we love her work and recomend her to all of our clients. She is available to connect with through twitter, facebook or her website/ blog You can  see her work in the book Amongst Sisters written by Amanda.