The home of the very best in African fashion, accessories and art, is adding Beauty, Natural Hair-care and Wellness department to its stores. Proudly African brands such as Masodi Organics, Vana Naturals, Mocebon, Wick and Purpul Hair are just some of the 10 specially selected brands that will be part of this exciting addition to […]
Category: Beauty
CATRICE Announces Minki van der Westhuizen as New Brand Ambassador
A new face has joined the CATRICE family. Beloved South African model and television presenter Minki van der Westhuizen – who most recently premiered her very own Afrikaans talk show simply titled MINKI – has been named the newest local brand ambassador for the German makeup brand. As part of her partnership with the brand, Minki will star in the MinkiXCATRICE campaign. Willemien ‘Minki’ […]
Anele Zondo Named New CATRICE Brand Ambassador
German makeup brand CATRICE, represented by Cosmetix in South Africa, has appointed TV presenter, actress and model Anele Zondo as its new local brand ambassador. Taking to social media, the ever-sassy and fun-loving Anele said she is excited to be ending the year with a bang by signing a first-of-its-kind deal in Africa. The One Mic and Massive […]
Local Beauty Start-up Launches Make-up Products While Uplifting and Empowering African Women
Byu-t̮i by Popz, an African beauty product start-up, has launched a range of locally infused make-up and beauty products that is uplifting women and helping them to build new careers, and new lives. Byu-t̮i by Popz is the brainchild and dream of founder and businesswoman, Nthabi Mokitimi-Dlamini, who wanted the new make-up brand to be proudly African, inspired by […]
3 Simple Ways to Luxurious Skin by Simz Ngema
Talented actress, songstress, and Gold Series Ambassador, Simphiwe (Simz) Ngema has never been one to shy away from flaunting her luxurious skin, be it on a magazine cover or on her Instagram grid, Simz’ skin is every girl’s dream. The winter solstice has passed which means one thing for our skin, face and body: dehydration, […]
Take a Look Inside Boity’s Natural Hair Journey
2020 was a big year for braids and other protective styles, particularly DIY styles and techniques that could be done while spending more time at home. In 2021, we expect more styles that are easy to achieve without professional help, as well as those that last longer and embrace decades gone by. While public events […]
Over 76% of Black SA Women Embrace their Natural Crowns
Last year it was Miss Universe, Zozibini Tunzi’s short hair. This year it’s Miss South Africa 2020, Shudufhadzo Musida’s bald head. It seems that when it comes to beauty, standards are changing, and going natural is finally getting the attention and recognition it deserves. Hot off the heels of the launch of its luxurious Boity […]
Meet the BIC Soleil Squad!
BIC Soleil has announced its first-ever official brand ambassadors in South Africa. Named the BIC Soleil Squad, the trio will be tasked with motivating young women to find their inner shine. The announcement follows a nationwide BIC Soleil Squad search during the month of September. After several rounds of reviewing entries from dynamic and inspiring women […]
Celebrity Makeup Artist Morag Steyn Shares Impact of Coronavirus on the Beauty Industry
Internationally renowned, celebrity make-up artist, Morag Steyn shares her experience on how the Coronavirus has affected the beauty industry globally. Changes in client requests and how you’re coping? I have been doing online courses in hygiene in the workplace and educating myself on COVID-19, I feel it is very important for artists to understand and […]
Pond’s Launches World’s First Ai-Powered Skin Diagnostic Chatbot
Beauty brand POND’S announced its launch of the world’s first AI-powered skin diagnostic chatbot which, using a combination of advanced AI and skin diagnosis technology, will help consumers combat skincare concerns across four main areas – uneven skin tone, spots, pimples and wrinkles. The Skin Advisor Live bot, named ‘SAL’, embraces Google’s highly superior neuro-linguistic […]