Clear Start by dermalogica

Say goodbye to body breakouts and get yourself back on track with Clear Start’s new Clarifying Bacne Spray.   Body breakouts can be painful, uncomfortable and take a real hit to your body confidence. Often caused by sweat, oil, dead skin cells and bacteria trapped in pores, acne on the back and body can worsen by friction and heat caused by backpacks, sweaty clothing or sports wear.   The new clarifying bacne spray from Clear...

Take the Time for You

Lucille and I enjoyed an afternoon of pampering at the amazing Revive by Adele. The salon has been offering relaxation and rejuvenation to the North Coast for a few years, and they have settled nicely into their new home in the Sugar Village in Umhlali. The owner, Adele, has 18 years of experience, making sure you leave feeling pampered and centred. She believes that a lot of us don’t truly take the time to have...

Beauty & Creativity

Ballito is nurturing many talented people. Meet these three remarkable young people who have made or continue to make their mark.   We often talk about rising talent in our excellent schools but forget to shine a spotlight on those out in the world, figuring it out on their own and, in doing so, making waves while excelling in their talents. One person who turned their talent into a career is Shannon Trollip, who, at...

A Beautiful You: Beauty, Cosmetic & Personal Care

We recently indulged in an afternoon of pampering at Bella La Lupa in the New Salt Rock Shopping Centre. This quaint beauty studio welcomes you into a tranquil space where you can get everything from a facial to a massage or gorgeous nails.   We were greeted by one of the owners, Anke, before being taken to start our treatments. To add a bit of bubble to your experience, I was served a glass of...

Making Waves: The Beauty of Hard Work and Passion

Jena’s parents would have preferred for her to pursue law or accounting rather than hairstyling, but she continued to follow her passion no matter what. She knew she wanted to be a hairstylist since she was young. During most school holidays, she could be found helping out in her best friend’s mom’s salon. While in high school, she would practice her skills on her mother and sister. Talk about a talented hairstylist in the making!...

A Holistic Rejuvenation: Professional Skincare at Esse

We were spoilt recently at Esse Ballito with a blissful hour of pampering. The entrance welcomes you into a tranquil and pristine atmosphere in a shopping centre environment, tainted with the beautiful aroma of natural essential oils to calm the mind and body. Before the appointment, Lucille and I filled out an extensive digital form about our skin and skincare so the therapists would know how to take care of us. We were individually led...

Words by: Cristina Govender Welcome to ZenJu Beauty and Day Spa. Jenni McCallum and her team are dedicated to improving health, beauty and relaxation through personal care treatments like massages, facials, body wraps and scrubs, nails and more. This small, private, exclusive day spa is situated in a serene setting in the beautiful town of Ballito. They offer you a tranquil space to let go of life’s stress. The constant scent of essential oils creates...

Fabstuff August/September 2022

We’ve got loads of stuff you’re going to love!   REST CBD OIL Fourfive, knows the secret to a remarkable recovery is quality sleep. Terpenes and myrcene are naturally occurring compounds in all sorts of plants, fruits and vegetables. Myrcene is mostly responsible for its delicious scent. It has also been linked to relaxation and sleep. By combining this with our high-quality, third party tested CBD, this Rest CBD Oil will have you feeling refreshed...

Fabstuff April/May 2022

We’ve got loads of stuff you’re going to love! HYPERICE HYPERSPHERE MINI Packed with Power! The Hypersphere Mini, by Hyperice, is a massage ball that fits into the palm of your hand. With three speeds of vibration – low, medium, and high – you can roll it over your muscles, wherever they need some loosening up. The Hypersphere Mini is affordable, travel-friendly and fitness enthusiasts swear by it. Ideal for rolling out after a workout,...

Let’s Walk Down The Aisle

Planning your dream wedding can be stressful, especially when you want everything to be perfect. One major aspect of a wedding is the venue and sometimes it’s almost impossible to find the right one so, we have this beautiful and magical venue that could make your dream wedding come true. The Groves Contemporary, elegant and romantic, The Groves’s beautiful events venue is set in the rolling hills of the Caversham Valley in the sought-after Midlands....