Ramblings of a rampant beauty editor…
A little while back Elizabeth Arden launched Untold, a multifaceted creamy white floral with fruity top notes like pear and blackcurrant. They’ve now brought out another version of the scent, Untold Absolu, which is a more intense, more sensual interpretation. Again, you’re looking at a creamy white fruity floral with blackcurrant and bergamot top notes […]
Read MoreSt Yves Beach Club might’ve closed it’s doors last summer but now it’s back for another season at a hot new location – 120 Strand Street in trendy De Waterkant. Myself and the blogger besties were invited to the launch and possibly had a leetle too much fun in the VIP section. It was jam-packed with local […]
Read MoreSwarovski, Bulgari, Chopard, Van Cleef & Arpels… it would seem that if you’re a jewellery and hit the big time, the next step is to create a perfume. Thomas Sabo, the luxurious German brand best known for their lustable little charms, is no exception and has recently launched not one but three ‘Charm Club’ fragrances […]
Read MoreReady to get stuck in? Bourjois Push Up Volume Glamour mascara, R129,95, selected Clicks. I haven’t tried loads of Bourjois mascaras but can’t think of any that have ever stood out. That is until I tried new Push Up Volume Glamour. It promises ‘uplifting volume without clumps’ and that’s exactly what it delivers. It’s formula […]
Read MoreHeard about Lipidol yet? A line up of six oil-based beauty products, its exclusive to Clicks and going for R80 a pop. It consists of two cleansers – one for face and one for body – as well as an after shower oil, sunscreen oil, after shave oil and overnight face oil. They all promises […]
Read MoreYep, it’s that time again – time for another review en masse… Maybelline Colorshow Crayon Kohl eye pencils, R34,95. Maybelline have just launched a new line of eye pencils. I’m not sure how many shades are available in South Africa but each promises high intensity colour that applies smoothly and then, once set, stays put […]
Read MoreSo I got the most spolicious press drop the other day – some Bergasol sunscreen and a voucher to pick out a pair of Vogue sunnies. Woop woop! Now for those of you who don’t know, Bergasol is a relatively new suncare brand (well, to SA anyway) that hails from France, has been in the […]
Read MoreLancome’s new Grandiose ‘swan neck’ mascara (R399) boasts a curved wand that promises to create a wide-angle fan effect for your lashes. Lancome reckon their ergonomic wand and elastomer-moulded short bristle brush head helps you coat more of your lashes with ease, even the very short ones. As for the formula itself, it makes use […]
Read MoreBurberry fans, prick up your ears – the brand’s just launched a new fragrance called My Burberry, a fresh-smelling floral. The packaging was inspired by the iconic Burberry trench coat so you’ll notice that the cap looks a lot like one of the buttons and the little bow around the neck is knotted the same […]
Read MoreSo let’s talk about toothpaste! (And please stay with me people – it gets pretty interesting, I promise.) I was asked by Oral-B to trial their new Pro-Expert fluoride toothpaste (R35). It promises to protect your gums as well as your teeth and enamel against cavities, sensitivity, plaque and tartar. It also claims it’ll help […]
Read MoreLet’s call a spade a spade – most drugstore foundations are a ball of crap. I mean, sure, you get your exceptions, Bourjois Healthy Mix being one of them, but for the most part they’re not especially awesome, which is why I’m surprised and thrilled to discover L’Oreal’s NutriLift Gold (R199,95). So, why do I […]
Read MoreIf you’re currently banting in a desperate bid to not look kak in a bikini, you might’ve come across kale chips. I’ve found them at Wellness Warehouse and love them to bits but totally hate the price. (Around R60 for a teensy little bag that I’d klap before even getting back to my suburb, let […]
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