Spring, is that you? You’re so close we can almost feel it. Spring is one of our favourite seasons for a reason – it brings us bold hues, bright prints, maxi skirts, platforms, oversized sunglasses, bucket bags and a rollout of new beauty launches. We couldn’t be more excited to refresh our vanities with a … Continue reading Beauty in bloom: Irresistible spring beauty buys
Is your hair ready for the autumn-to-winter transition? It’s not just our skin struggling with dehydration once the cold season rolls around. Thanks to dropping temperatures, the lack of humidity in the air and simultaneous blasting of indoor heaters, winter is just as bad as summer for your tresses. Luckily, you don’t have to put … Continue reading Get the best winter hair ever with these new launches
Summer has always been an exciting time to play with beauty products, but this one hits different. We’re more excited than ever to break out the lightweight moisturisers, volumising hair products, glitter eyeshadows and highlighters that pack heaping doses of luminosity. A day at the beach or on a wine farm may be the epitome … Continue reading Hot stuff: 10 summer beauty essentials that will keep you looking flawless
What is it about the seasons changing that throws our beauty routines right out of whack? Well, fear not – we get inundated with the latest and greatest beauty offerings every day (alas, that’s our editor’s burden to bear), and we’ve been busy carefully curating an edit of the best new products. Trying to narrow … Continue reading Latest loves: New beauty products that will get you in the mood for spring
Hands up whose skin and hair is looking all dewy-fresh and juicy-plump right now? No one. That’s who. It’s officially the time when our complexions need a little TLC – especially if, like us, you’ve been overindulging in curling up by the fire with a glass of red wine. From cream cleansers and sleeping masks to scalp … Continue reading Skinsulation strategy: Beauty essentials you need this season
Even if you’re not familiar with David Gillson’s name, you’ve likely seen his work. The Joburg-based hairstylist – and co-owner of Carlton Hair in Hyde Park and Melrose Arch as well as Issy’s in London – has a loyal following of high-profile celebrity clients and also tends to the manes of a growing list of … Continue reading Love is in the hair: Tips, tricks and advice from David Gillson
Joburg girls are known for their artfully rumpled hair, but make no mistake – unless you’re a dab hand with the old vented brush, blowdryco. is pretty essential to have in one’s little black book of beauty. At this newly revamped blow-dry bar in Parkhurst, the masterful stylists conjure that kind of easy insouciance and … Continue reading It’s time for that much-need new ’do at the revamped blowdryco.
At this point in the season, you’ve mastered the art of layering (one part classic Burberry trench coat to one part Witchery cashmere blend jumper) – but no matter how smartly dressed, frigid temperatures and dry winds have likely taken a toll on your hair. These chic, cool sulphate, paraben and cruelty-free products from Kevin … Continue reading Winterproof your hair with Kevin Murphy
Whether it’s daily heat styling or slacking on split-end trims, we all have a vice when it comes to keeping our hair in tip-top condition. And with the arrival of winter, hair becomes more vulnerable to unwanted dryness and brittleness. While greasy hair isn’t glamorous, a hair oil or shine spray could well be the … Continue reading Our top 5 hair oils and shine sprays for winter
To be honest, navigating the world of hair can be a lot. Experts will tell you that the best way to get healthy hair is to step away from the styling tools and wash it less often. But for us personally, we have pretty strong feelings about our blow-dryer and curling wand … and clean … Continue reading Our top 3 products that make your hair healthier – instantly
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