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Senior account director, Natasha Cruz has announced she is finishing up at Élysée Collective.

Cruz has been with the agency for 12 years.

Her last day will be April 1st, 2025.

If you would like to stay in touch, you can find her on LinkedIn here or Instagram here.

Emma Lewisham, co-founder and executive chair of Emma Lewisham, was named Spark Innovator of the Year Te Pou Whakairo o te Tau at the 2025 Kiwibank New Zealander of the Year Awards, recognising her innovations in scientific skincare and the circular beauty movement.

It is the first time a beauty brand has won in this category which further signals the immense innovation Emma Lewisham is achieving in the beauty industry. 

"Problem-solving and curiosity have been constants in my life since childhood and have allowed me to identify hard problems that haven’t been solved before and find solutions for them," shared Lewisham.

"At Emma Lewisham, we do this every day and I’m immensely proud of what we continue to achieve with our genuinely revolutionary approach to science and sustainability in beauty."

"To me, this isn't an individual award, it belongs to the entire Emma Lewisham team. Solving challenges, bringing world-first patented products to market, and proving circular models are viable, these are achievements even the largest beauty houses haven’t accomplished and required extraordinary collective effort."

"This award is a testament to our team's vision, persistence, and unwavering commitment to transforming industry standards for the better," she said.

This year has seen Emma Lewisham continue to push the boundaries of innovation with the launch of Emma Lewisham Sunceutical Mineral SPF 50, a breakthrough SPF range for the face and body which was more than eight years in the making and one of the brand’s most innovative formulas yet.

Marrying invisible mineral zinc oxide SPF 50 protection with a luxurious skin feel and advanced skincare benefits, the Emma Lewisham Sunceutical range is both TGA and FDA approved and is testament to the brand’s relentless pursuit of innovation and setting new benchmarks in the beauty industry. 

Emma Lewisham is also the world’s first beauty brand to have a complete range of circular-designed and certified Climate Positive skincare, a sustainability innovation and achievement that garnered a personal endorsement by iconic ethologist and United Nations Messenger of Peace, Dr Jane Goodall.

Through its circularity programme Beauty Circle, Emma Lewisham welcomes back empty packaging to be refilled or recycled which has resulted in the brand reducing its carbon emissions by up to 75% and has saved over 100 tonnes of carbon since launch.  

You can shop Emma Lewisham in Australia via MECCA, here.

TikTok viral self-care brand, Tree Hutt has officially launched in Woolworths.

Introducing its cult-favourite Shea Sugar Scrubs, Whipped Body Butters and Foaming Gel Washes, with more incredible products from their range coming soon, Tree Hut is bringing accessible luxury to bathrooms around the country.

The Korean family-owned and operated brand has amassed a loyal, passionate following on social media, with 2 million followers on its TikTok alone. 

"We’re extremely proud to be launching our range into Woolworths supermarkets and expanding the Tree Hut way of life to Australians," said chief marketing officer, Luis Garcia.

"These products have been formulated to encourage self-care, boost mood and achieve glowing, gorgeous skin."

"You don’t need to spend a lot of money to feel good; our products are a true testament to that. We’re confident they’ll quickly become Aussies’ new bathroom staple."

Tree Hut’s Whipped Shea Body Butter in Vanilla and Tropic Glow, Shea Sugar Scrub in Vanilla and Moroccan Rose, Firming Sugar Scrub in Tropic Glow and Foaming Gel Wash in Tropic Glow are now available to purchase in-store and online from Woolworths (from $22). You can shop here.

Shark Beauty has announced its latest limited-edition collection – meet, Black Sparkle.

Available in Black Sparkle FlexStyle Air Styling & Drying System, the tool is adorned with over 20,000 shimmering crystals.

Beyond its stunning design, this clever, multi-functional styling tool uses powerful airflow and temperature control to style hair without excessive heat, reducing heat damage and promoting healthier hair.

"Whether you’re creating soft, romantic curls or sleek, polished looks, it’s definitely a tool that inspires confidence and glamour," said Shark Beauty ambassador, Chris Hunter. 

The Black Sparkle FlexStyle comes in a travel-friendly case with five attachments to bring your hair goals to life:

- AUTO-WRAP CURLERS: Using Coanda Technology, these curlers automatically wrap, curl, and set, creating glamorous curls or textured waves in minutes. The long 15cm curlers are ideal for longer hair, and the two 3.2 cm curlers alternate directions for perfectly textured curls.

- OVAL BRUSH: Add volume and bounce while smoothing frizz with the Oval Brush, delivering powerful airflow for a quick and flawless finish.

- PADDLE BRUSH: The Paddle Brush smooths and straightens hair while detangling with a mix of boar and nylon bristles, leaving your hair sleek and shiny.

- STYLING CONCENTRATOR: For precise control when drying, this rotatable nozzle allows you to direct airflow exactly where you need it.

- CURL-DEFINING DIFFUSER: For curly-haired beauties, the Diffuser ensures even drying from root to tip while defining curls with retractable and extendable prongs.

Indulge in the decadence of the limited-edition Black Sparkle FlexStyle Air Styling & Drying System. Available now at leading retailers and sharkclean.com.au for a RRP of $499.99.