Dr John Arbuckle

Anti-ageing and cosmetic doctor

Andrew R. Christie

Described by 9 to 5 magazine as the “master of make up”; beautyheaven.com as the “international make-up extraordinaire” and Jetstar Magazine as “THE Beauty Expert”; Andrew Christie is a cosmetics industry specialist with over 15 years professional experience.

A paramedically qualified skin therapist, film and editorially trained make-up and hair artist, Andrew’s creative work has graced the catwalks for many Australian designers including Camilla and Marc and Allanah Hill, appeared in written media including Marie Claire and Vybe magazines and on stage and screen including the cult indy film “The Coven”. Andrew has also made regular appearances as an industry commentator on Channel 9 and Foxtel’s Lifestyle Channel. TV celebrities including Catriona Rowntree and Naomi Robson and supermodel Shoona Stanes have relied both on Andrew’s expert make-up hands and intricate skin maintenance knowledge.

Andrew has worked as a skin expert for over 30 leading international brands including his own range.

Andrew is currently the co-Managing Director of Skinstitut Australia.

Blog entries by Andrew Christie

  • Waist-to-hip ratio (WTH) – are you an apple or a pear?

    Being fat is the biggest predictors of an unhappy demise when it comes to aging. It’s more though than just ‘fat’, it’s how the fat is distributed. One of the simplest..Read more

    Being fat is the biggest predictors of an unhappy demise when it comes to aging. It’s more though than just ‘fat’, it’s how the fat is distributed. One of the simplest ways to look at your risk is to check your waist-to-hip ratio (WTH). A pear-shaped body is considered to have a healthier waist to […]

  • Training zones – getting the BEST ROI on your exercise

    If you are anything like me, you hate wasting time and are looking for the best return on investment (ROI) on your exercise efforts. As a result, to drive my training efforts ..Read more

    If you are anything like me, you hate wasting time and are looking for the best return on investment (ROI) on your exercise efforts. As a result, to drive my training efforts I train to my heart rate and target ideal training zones.

  • Oily fish and diabetes prevention

    Omega-3, oily fish and diabetes prevention

    Experts recommend people with diabetes consume a serve of oily fish 2-3 times a week. Here we explain why, and options for those who d..Read more

    Experts recommend people with diabetes consume a serve of oily fish 2-3 times a week. Here we explain why, and options for those who don't like it.

  • DEXA Scanning for Body Composition

    What is Body Composition?

    'Body composition' is a description of what the body is made of and which includes fat, protein, minerals an..Read more

    This fact sheet explains how a DEXA test can be used to measure body composition, particularly what percentage of fat there is in the body.

  • Fear & successful aging

    Successful aging: dealing with fear & taming the mind

    Some women navigate the treacherous waters of aging with alacrity and claim to feel liberated as they age. Unfortunately, not me. <..Read more

    Our view of aging is driven from fear. Successful aging is about identifying our fears, the thoughts that feed the fear and implementing health practices that set us up for abundance.


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Dr John Flynn

Foundation Fellow Australasian College of Cosmetic Surgery, QLD
Cosmedic

Dr Kathy Gallagher
Shine Clinic

Dr Peter Muzikants MB, BS

Specialising in laser and cosmetic dermatologic procedures
ADA Cosmetic

Fiona Tuck

Fiona Tuck has over 20yrs in the professional skincare industry and is a well known industry expert. Her experience ranges from clinic owner, training and assessing, international training manager for the Dermal Institute and paramedical skin treatment training for the medical profession. Fiona regularly quotes and writes articles for industry and fashion magazines and has been an industry keynote speaker around the world including countries such as Japan, China, Hong Kong, Europe, England and the USA.

Fiona holds a variety of qualifications ranging from skin therapy, natural therapies, nutritional medicine, bio chemistry, advanced chemical peeling and IPL/Laser accreditation. Fiona’s love for skincare and ingredient technology has led Fiona to become a co-owner of Skinstitut Australia.

Blog entries by Fiona Tuck

  • Selecting the best exfoliant for aging skin

    The shedding of dead cells on the skin's outermost surface is a normal process that results in the younger cells underneath the surface.  In the process, the skin looks and feels soft, smooth and sup..Read more

    The shedding of dead cells on the skin's outermost surface is a normal process that results in the younger cells underneath the surface.

  • Moisturizer selection for aging skin

      Skin care products abound in the market from cleansers like washes and scrubs to moisturizers for the face and body.  It is probably moisturizers that garner the most attention since these ..Read more

    Skin care products abound in the market from cleansers like washes and scrubs to moisturizers for the face and body.  It is probably moisturizers that garner the most attention since these skin care products have the potential to restore moisture to the skin and, in the process, make way for suppler, softer and smoother skin.

  • Vitamin C, skin & aging

    Amongst all the numerous kinds of vitamins available from food and supplement sources, it is Vitamin C that garners the most attention with its anti-aging function as the most attractive. We may not b..Read more

    Amongst all the numerous kinds of vitamins available from food and supplement sources, it is Vitamin C that garners the most attention with its anti-aging function as the most attractive.


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Dr Bruce Williamson
Balgowlah Skin Cancer Clinic