Tag

beauty

Browsing

The landscape of our beautiful country is rather hard to beat, changing from those ocean roads and glorious winelands to the vast desert terrain and endless rolling hills in an instant. While we love everything that South Africa has to offer, little can beat the peace and tranquility offered by a luxurious mountain retreat… Bushmans Kloof Wilderness Reserve & Wellness Retreat – Cederberg Mountains, Western Cape A captivating wilderness experience is hard to beat, and that’s exactly what you’ll get at this ecological oasis and multi-award-winning retreat. Located on the South African Natural Heritage Site in the foothills of the Cederberg Mountains lies this luxurious wilderness sanctuary, surrounded by open plains, sandstone formations and rich history; the surrounding mountains hold over 130 sites of bushman art, some of which date back to around 10 000 years. With 16 beautifully decorated and incredibly comfortable rooms and suites to choose from, together…

The fifth Bokeh South African International Lifestyle & Fashion Film Festival presented by Savanna Loco, is set to dazzle and inspire at the upcoming red carpet awards taking place from the 20 to 29 of September in both Johannesburg and Cape Town. The local and international judges for this year’s awards include amongst others: world renowned fashion photographers/cinematographers; Rankin and Kristian Schmidt, celebrity stylists and fashionistas; Tracy-Lee Rosslind and Chrisna de Bruyn, J’Something of Mi Casa, Tuna Yilmaz from the Istanbul Fashion Film Festival, Katrina Olson Mottahead from the Canadian Fashion Film Festival and Trend Researcher Analyst Nicola Cooper. From a record entry of over 700 film submissions 130 will be carefully selected by the Bokeh judges. The official selections for 2018 have been revealed on the 1st August at a press event in Johannesburg and the approximately 50 nominated films will be revealed at a press event in Durban…

We love pretty things, and often we have so many favourites to choose from that putting together our top picks can be a tough one. This month was no exception, but we did however manage to narrow it down to these must have items for ladies and gents! Emporio Armani – YOU Fragrances Italian brand, Emporio Armani is launching two new fragrances for him and her this September – a pair of fragrances equal in strength. Because it’s YOU for her, is happy, delicious, feminine and charming. Mixed with nodes of vanilla, musk and rose, Hers is seductive and bold and releases a complex and deep sensuality. Stronger with YOU for him is a confident, elegant scent and includes a mix of cardamom, pink peppercorn, violet leaves and a hint of sugar coated chestnut accord. Both fragrances will be available at all major retailers from September. The Bra Guru The…

Its getting cold in the city, and to be honest, we totally detest this chilly weather! Who on earth can handle all that cold and dry air and the effects it has on one’s skin too. Never fear, however, we have your must have winter beauty and skin care goodies that will be getting our team through this winter, right here: Dermalogica’s Sound Sleep Cocoon The name may sound like one is wrapping oneself up in a blanket, but this is literally a blanket for your skin! This revitalising treatment gel-cream works with the skin’s natural overnight repair and recovery process to optimise the skin benefits of the sleep we do get – based on crazy schedules and the like, and delivers glowing skin by morning. We love it and use it every evening, and the smell of soft lavender really does seem to do wonders to help one nod…

Move over Skinny Tea, there’s a new weight loss drink in town causing a stir. We investigate the new SKINNY Green Coffee and why it’s proving to be so popular. SKINNY Green Coffee is a natural weight loss product that not only helps your body burn those unwanted calories, but also improves energy levels. With no added fats or sugars, the green coffee includes the following natural ingredients that help your body break down fat: unroasted Green Coffee beans (Coffea Canephora), Evodiamine, Yerba Mate and Raspberry Ketones. Each carton of SKINNY Green Coffee contains 14 sachets. How Does It Work? SKINNY’s special recipe assists in the thermogenesis of the body –meaning the body temperature changes. This forces the body to burn more calories as it brings the temperature back to normal, therefore increasing your metabolism and assisting with fat burning, while also boosting energy levels. On top of weight control,…

The holiday season can take a toll on your skin. From the tanning and swimming, to the non-stop eating and late-night partying, our skins can do a little freaking out! And since we’ve all spent time and money getting our skin summer ready, we think it’s just as important to care for your skin during the holiday period too. Hayley Kirton, Senior Skincare Therapist from Lightsculpt Clinic in Rosebank lists some tips on how to keep your skin looking it’s best during the holiday season: Keep your skin clean and moisturised: Never use soap on your face. Invest in a gentle pH balanced cleanser. Before going to bed, always cleanse your skin and remove all traces of make up, oil and sun block. During the hot summer months make sure to use a very hydrating, oil free moisturiser. For convenience you can use a moisturiser with an SPF during the…

Say goodbye to dry skin forever, because there’s a new body scrub brand in town called Kahve Skin and we are totally obsessed! Kahve (Turkish for coffee) was created by two Capetonian guys who have a love for sport, travel and women. It was because of this love that the boys decided to embark on a journey into the cosmetics industry, and have now launched summer’s sexiest new body scrub that comes in two flavours. Coconut Matcha Infused with Japanese Matcha and virgin coconut oil, Kahve will not only moisturise and nourish dehydrated skin, but it will also enhance sun-kissed skin and prolong your tan all summer long. Combined with a blend of natural antioxidants and essential oils and exfoliators, the coconut matcha will rejuvenate dry and tired skin.  Coffee Cinnamon  This scrub is favourable for those looking to detox and stimulate drainage. Infused with high quantities of caffeine, found…

Thanks to her latest role on Broken Vows, actress and model, Tshego Seakgoe is fast becoming a household name in the industry. Since posing for Playboy magazine back in 2011, Tshego has gone from strength to strength cementing herself as a solid actress. The gorgeous 27-year-old star, who was announced as a new cast member on ETV’s daily drama soapie Broken Vows in May, plays a confident, sexy model named Zimkhitha on the show. Other notable roles include starring as Felling on SABC’s telenovela Keeping the Score and Mzansi Magic’s hit show The Queen, which is produced by and stars powerhouse duo, Connie and Shona Ferguson. Tshego is also a fashion icon in her own right, and often showcases her enviable style from around the world. We briefly chatted to Tshego to find out who her style icon is and what her future plans hold: What has been your biggest role to date?…

QMS Medicosmetics has revamped their soluble collagen creams that will leave the skin feeling softer and looking younger. Their soluble collagen cream is completely pure and natural, obtained by a very advanced technical procedure that guarantees it retains its inherent properties. The difference between this collagen and that of other brands is that QMS’s collagen can stay active and effective up to 37’C, while others have a short-term hydrating period. So despite environmental factors, QMS’s collagen retains moisture, protecting and nourishing the skin. The QMS Medicosmetics Day Collagen and Night Collagen contain a synergetic complex of native soluble collagen and hyaluronic acid with very high molecular weights. This compound has a high water-binding capacity, meaning it penetrates quickly, significantly smoothing the skin and improving elasticity. The depth effect achieved by the QMS Medicosmetics skincare system regulates and gradually reduces the moisture loss in the skin. This process allows the skin’s…

Bed Bath Body is a family run business from KwaZulu Natal that focuses on locally made products for your house and body. Bed Bath Body was founded by an inspiring and hardworking power couple duo Elize and Jan Schoeman. Together with their eldest daughter, Lisa Schoeman, they have launched a few brand new concept pop-up stores in and around Joburg. Expect body care and homeware products that are created with love and care. Paying special attention to quality and detail, their bathroom goods are infused with exotic fragrances and essential natural oils that will leave you feeling pampered, soothed and moisturised. Plus, all their products are paraben-free and they only use biodegradable preservatives for those who are environmentally conscious. They also offer an exquisite range of scented candles that will enlighten your senses. Functional décor for the home includes handcrafted wooden items, scented gifts, essential oil burners and more. If you’re…