New Scent for Summer: Dreams Unlimited Sun Fresh
byI tend to be a bit of a scent snob but the new limited edition scent, Dreams Unlimited Sun Fresh, from The Body Shop definitely meets and maybe even exceeds my expectations.
eco beauty
Earthnlove – A Range of Natural Goodness
byA Jo’burg based brand with the motto of ‘Love your Body Love the Earth’, all of Earthnlove’s products are gentle on skin and have been created with the environment in mind.
Feeling Fruity!
byBursts of colour are big in make-up at the moment, but you don’t want to look like you’ve just been caught in a fruit fight.
Africology Copper & Hot Stone Pedicure at Ginger Lily Spa
byIf you are in need of some pampering then look no further than the uber-indulgent Copper and hot stone pedicure from Africology at the Ginger Lily Spa in Constantia.
The Best Organic Facial in Town
byWith all the recent travel I have experienced lately and drastic changing of the seasons going from Southern to Northern hemisphere and back again, the skin on my face was starting to complain. It was dry, tight and generally uncomfortable.
Make your own lipgloss
byLip gloss is shiny, sexy and a great way to swipe on some glamour if you don’t have enough time to do a full face of makeup. Many commercial lip gloss brands don’t give a miss to dangerous ingredients though, so you never know what you’re putting on your lips.
Bare Beauty
byThe nude look makes for trendy makeup this season, but ironically it’s often the most difficult look to achieve! Here’s how to gain “barely there but beautiful” glamour.
5 Excellent Ethical Moisturisers
byThirsty skin? By using a moisturiser that is natural you reduce the chance of skin irritations, as this is usually caused by dodgies like perfume or ingredients derived from petroleum. Choose from an awesome selection of natural body creams that owe their hydrating qualities to ingredients sourced directly from nature.
The Body Shop calls for a ban on animal testing
byA global pledge to ban animal testing for cosmetics will be launched on Monday 18th June 2012 at The Body Shop stores across South Africa as part of a campaign by Cruelty Free International, the first global organisation dedicated to ending the use of animals to test cosmetics products throughout the world.
Nourish your skin this winter
byWinter doesn’t have to mean dry, flaky skin or make you consider hibernation. Here’s how to nourish your skin during the cold months so you can flaunt it and feel fabulous!