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Be Water-Wise with Lush

We are well and truly blessed with the rainfall we’ve been experiencing and the fact that the dams have passed the 50% mark but we are still in a drought and need to be water-wise. Also, I have realised what a precious resource water is and can’t stand the thought of being wasteful with it. I feel the same way…

Urban Decay Petite Heat Palette Review

Sexy, hot and petite- The new Urban Decay Petite Heat palette (R530) is here and it’s a bombshell! This palette is in short and simple terms my ultimate palette. I love that there are 5 matte shades and one demi-matte for highlighting. Not a single shade is a “meh” one, you know shade that’s always left behind when you hit…

L’abeille Complete Deep Cleansing System Review

If there is one thing I love when it comes to skincare it is “deep cleansing” so I jumped at the chance to test out the L’abeille Complete Deep Cleansing System (R1800) which includes their Deep Cleansing Gel and the new L’abeille IonActive Deep Cleansing Brush. L’abeille IonActive Deep Cleansing Brush has a cleansing action that lifts even the most…

Super Hydration with Lush

I know I have been focusing quite a bit on hydrating products, and that’s because most of us are feeling the weather change. Especially here in the Cape where we aren’t used to so much snow on the mountains and the bitterly cold chill in the air. That chill dehydrates us and zaps moisture and oils from our skin. Making…

Some of My Top Winter Body Lotions

I don’t know what happens to my body but come winter time and my skin just dries out, especially on my legs. I use all types of lotions, butters and creams and I am always searching for and trying new ones. Since I have so many, I thought I’d compile a post or two with some of my tops ones…

Winter-Proof Your Skin with MIXA

Winter has certainly arrived here in Cape Town with steady downpours of rain, which we very much need. It’s the perfect time to settle into a cozy routine but one should ensure that they also winter-proof their skin. I love using the NEW! MIXA range to keep my skin hydrated and nourished. Winter is different this year because of MIXA,…