To keep your beauty routine really hygienic, you need to be organised. Make-up brushes tossed in a drawer together with loads of other cosmetics just won’t do it… The solution? The right storage units. In my view, you need at least three. The minimum criteria: practical, pretty (fun, or funky) & easy to clean! Take your […] Read more…
Morgan Taylor – “Rhythm & Blues” {nail colour of the week}
Why not show your Blue Monday who’s the boss & go for a fun blue nail polish!? The one I’m showing off here is Morgan Taylor’s “Rhythm & Blues”. Happy Monday! Yolandi ♥ Read more…
CND VINYLUX® Weekly Polish {nail colour of the week}
A dark, dramatic colour seems in order for these cold, cold days, so I tried out the CND VINYLUX® Weekly Polish for the first time. This polish dries very quickly, is said to last last for up to seven days & is applied without a base coat. There are 71 colour options in the range, with this one being called Dark […] Read more…
top hair tips for busy gals {part 3}
Here is the last (but by no means least) ‘episode’ in my three part series on Best Hair Tips for busy gals. This week’s stylist needs no introduction… he is: TERENCE FROM TERENZO HAIRDRESSING INTERNATIONAL Terence stresses the importance of good tools & products. Invest in these, make sure you know how to use them […] Read more…
top hair tips for busy gals {part 2}
As promised, here is Part 2 of the Best Hair Tips for busy gals. I really hope that Shaughn’s tips were helpful last week! (They reminded me again not to be naughty & skimp on heat protector & not to wash my hair too often.) Here are three more very helpful tips for fantastic hair […] Read more…
3 skin care finds {dermalogica pre-cleanse wipes; sorbet face masks; elizabeth arden visible difference range}
All three of my latest skin care finds & buys deserve a spot in your skin care routine. Here’s why… The original PreCleanse product by Dermalogica (in liquid form) was a massive hit, so these guys decided to launch a pre-packed format namely Dermalogica PreCleanse wipes (R250, available at Dermalogica skincare outlets). Genius, hey!? This […] Read more…
top hair tips for busy gals {part 1}
Welcome to Part 1 of the Best Hair Tips for busy gals. If you’re anything like me, then you probably also wish that you can pull a beanie over your head & leave the house on busy days. Yup, us gals are busy busy busy & in need of quick tips for (well, just about […] Read more…
the oasis ritual at the oasis spa, illovo {a zesty review}
Where? Oasis Spa, Illovo, Jozi What? The Oasis Ritual – full body scrub, back massage & reflexology (R650, 90mins). What makes it so fabulous? The ritual offers relaxation to those who are desperate for it, but can’t afford to take time off for a full day. Skin Renewal is a very successful brand, so I […] Read more…
3 make-up finds {bobbi brown art stick, rubybox cat kohl liner, l’oreal miss manga}
Here are my latest make-up buys & finds… I am absolutely & totally in love with the Bobbi Brown’s Art Stick (R365, incl a sharpener). It is essentially a long-wearing rich matte lip liner & lip stick in one. I sometimes also use it to add some subtle colour to my cheeks. A real multi-tasker. It’s available in […] Read more…
bio-effect cellular facial treatment at placecol cresta {a zesty review}
Where? Placecol Cresta Shopping Centre, Jozi What? The BIOEFFECT Cellular Facial Treatment with CEYA® (R620) What makes it fabulous? The focus of this facial & of the BIOEFFECT serum is to activate your skin’s natural ability to renew, which makes it fantastic for ageing. The serum is packed with growth factors. Think of them as little […] Read more…