beauty basics

Easy style tips from a fashion guru

Today I am really stoked to welcome Antoinette Chorlton to the blog. Our paths crossed in a very interesting manner. In a way, I don’t know her from a bar of soap; but then again she slept in my bed & stayed in my house. So, we’re a bit like sisters I suppose. (In case […] Read more…

ESSENTIALY CHANEL

It it month nr FIVE of 2015, so what better time to share CHANEL’s FIVE most sought after beauty products for every gal. Personally, I can add at least another five CHANEL must-have’s to this list, but let’s keep it simple & stick to CHANEL’s own top FIVE – as recommended by professional make-up artists.   Your ultimate […] Read more…

BIO-OIL HAMPER WINNER: TONY DIPPENAAR

Thank you so much to each & everyone who entered the Bio-Oil competition! The lucky winner is Tony Dippenaar. Tony, who entered on behalf of his expectant wife, wins the following goodies from Bio-Oil worth R1 000: a hooded towel soft muslin blanket a cute cuddly bunny fabric building blocks Bio-Oil’s ‘Tips from Moms for Moms’ ‘Guide to […] Read more…

{a zesty test – beauty basics} – dry shampoos

Over the past few years, dry shampoo has become one of my beauty staples. It’s certainly a must have if you have a baby! My criteria for a good dry shampoo? It must get rid of the oil, but without excessive flakiness. The dandruff-look is out! Any other benefits are a bonus. These were the […] Read more…

facial wipes {a zesty test – beauty basics}

I’m on a mission to get my beauty basics in place. Off course we all need fashion colours for our lips, eyes & nails, fragrance & anti-ageing potions & lotions… But, to me, it’s very important to have your beauty basics in place & review them every now & then. Obviously beauty basics are not […] Read more…