Beauty
Does HairGo wax strips from Dischem really work?
DOES HAIRGO WAX STRIPS REALLY WORK? I have a complicated relationship with the hair on my body. Being Indian and having Poly cystic Ovary Syndrome, I have become accustomed to being hairier than the average woman. I am not at the stage where I accept it as yet. I...
A complete guide to Glutathione
Who doesn’t want even skin tone, glowing and youthful looking skin? Glutathione promises all of these and more? But does it come at a cost? The monetary cost is quite considerable. One infusion can cost over R1000. What about any side effects? But the main question is...
Product Review: Mineraline Aloe Vera Eye Cream
Mineraline is a premium skincare and beauty brand. Their products are formulated with the therapeutic power of the Dead Sea. Their products are naturally rich in minerals and are formulated with high quality ingredients. They are a vegan and cruelty free brand. The...
How to choose a suitable eye cream
Do you really need an eye cream? Or is it a marketing ploy? Do beauty companies want you to part with more money for another unnecessary step in your skincare routine? When it comes to an eye cream there are two schools of thought. Some say that a good eye cream is an...
11 must know tips to avoid breakouts by a face mask
The coronavirus is not going anywhere anytime soon. It has brought about many changes to people’s lives. It is now compulsory to wear a face mask in public. The masks prevent us from touching our faces. They also prevent us from breathing in respiratory droplets that...
10 extremely clever cleansing hacks
Cleansing is the first and possibly the most underrated step in our skincare routine. You could be using the most effective or expensive serum or cream BUT if you are not cleansing properly – the residual dirt or makeup could be preventing the rest of your routine...
Dermoprof: 3 steps to fight pigmentation
Pigmentation and uneven skin tone has plagued me for a long time. I am prone to having dark circles, and a “dark chin’’ as most brown people are. This may be due to hormonal imbalances and damage from the sun. (I blame standing in long assembly lines facing the sun...
Nirvana Natural Bliss Ultra nourishing cream – Hit or Miss?
My skin is dry, dehydrated and prone to breakouts. It is tricky finding a product that has the right level of moisture without being too heavy that it causes breakouts. Nirvana is an apt name for this product because it manages to reach that equilibrium. The proudly...
10 AWESOME TIPS WHEN WASHING YOUR HAIR
Washing your hair is a basic function. Here are some awesome tips to take your wash day to the next level. Most women may agree that washing their hair is one of the most tedious chores. And having someone do it for you is one of the sweetest pleasures! We all may...
Product Review: 8 Reasons to Love Nirvana Rose Water Facial Mist
How was your valentine’s? Hubby and I celebrated in our usual way. We had a candlelit picnic in our backyard. It was lovely. HISTORY OF ROSE WATER Roses are usually associated with love or the goddess of love Venus. Roses are a symbol of love. They are used in...
9 HAIR HACKS WHEN SWIMMING
We are in the middle of one of the hottest summers. If you live in Durban like me, the heat is almost unbearable. Add the humidity factor and you need a plan to cool down. There is no better way to cool down than a swim in the pool or in of one Durban's pristine...
The Body Shop – Black Musk Eau De Parfum – Amazing or not?
They say that a scent takes you right back to a memory of a special day or person. This year I restarted my yoga practice. On that first day – after that first class – after a cooling shower – I sprayed this scent for the first time. I wanted to capture that winning –...