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These 9 Stylist-Approved Tricks Instantly Make Thin Hair Look Fuller
Read More: These 9 Stylist-Approved Tricks Instantly Make Thin Hair Look FullerSome things in life are simply unavoidable – among them getting older. And with age, it becomes increasingly likely that women will experience some degree of hair thinning. In fact, while many associate hair loss with men, it’s a significant reality for South African women; clinical data suggests that approximately 40% of women in South Africa…
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The Vitamin-C Lip Gloss We’re Keeping On Hand All Season
Read More: The Vitamin-C Lip Gloss We’re Keeping On Hand All SeasonThere’s nothing worse than stepping off the beach, still sandy and sun-kissed, only to realise your lips have taken a beating. Dry, tight, a little dull… you know the feeling. And this summer, lip care is doing more than just adding a hint of colour. More women are choosing formulas that brighten, hydrate, plump and…
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The Best Way To Shave Your Bikini Line Without Getting Ingrowns Everywhere
Read More: The Best Way To Shave Your Bikini Line Without Getting Ingrowns EverywhereWhether you’re a newbie or you’ve been shaving your bikini line for a long time, you know it can be a challenge to get through the process without skin irritation, razor burn, or itchy bumps. It’s the collateral damage from wanting hairless lady parts. Indeed, removing the hair around your bikini bottom and pubic region…
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How To Use A Gua Sha Stone To Smooth And Sculpt Skin, According To Dermatologists
Read More: How To Use A Gua Sha Stone To Smooth And Sculpt Skin, According To DermatologistsIf you’re at all familiar with social media beauty crazes like slugging or glass skin, the likelihood that you’ve also heard of a gua sha tool is pretty high. But in case you don’t know, gua sha (pronounced “gwah-sha”) is a traditional Chinese medicine technique that incorporates the use of scraping therapy on the skin to promote improved circulation and blood flow…
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How To Remove Gel Nail Polish At Home Without Damaging Your Nails, According To Experts
Read More: How To Remove Gel Nail Polish At Home Without Damaging Your Nails, According To ExpertsI love getting my nails done as much as the next person – from a structured gel mani to the TikTok-famous Russian manicure, I’m down to try anything. That’s the fun part. The not-so-fun part? Depending on the kind of manicure I get, the removal process can be a pain. With gel manicures, for example, it may seem…
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How To Get Clean Girl Make-Up On A Budget (+ 26 Wallet-Friendly Products)
Read More: How To Get Clean Girl Make-Up On A Budget (+ 26 Wallet-Friendly Products)The classic clean girl make-up has a lot of appeal. It champions natural beauty, celebrating skin in its purest form. The idea is simple: less is more. Think: dewy luminous skin, rosey cheeks, a natural soft lip, beautiful brows – freckles, skin and all of the good stuff that is you. We’ve got an easy-to-follow clean girl…
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What Is An “Everything Shower”? A Full Guide To The Viral TikTok Trend, Per Experts
Read More: What Is An “Everything Shower”? A Full Guide To The Viral TikTok Trend, Per ExpertsSo you’ve been scrolling on TikTok and have come across yet another viral beauty trend – what else is new? First there was the slugging trend, then glass skin was the thing, and now, the “everything shower” hashtag is racking up millions of views. Cue eye roll, but wait: Believe it or not, it’s actually become one of our…
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This Is What Causes Hyperpigmentation – And The Treatments You Need
Read More: This Is What Causes Hyperpigmentation – And The Treatments You NeedSuffering with hyperpigmentation? Join the club. It’s incredibly common, so much so that many of your friends may be fretting about the same issue. But what causes hyperpigmentation? And what’s the best way to treat it? Thankfully, science has come a looooong way and now, solutions abound. We’ve got the hyperpigmentation causes you might not…
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How To Change Up Your Skin Routine For More Hydrated Skin This Winter
Read More: How To Change Up Your Skin Routine For More Hydrated Skin This WinterDryness, flakiness, dehydration, and redness coupled with colder nights and a familiar nip in the morning air. There’s no need to check your weather app — winter is here. And, just as you switch over your wardrobe from sundresses to scarves, now’s also the time to tweak your skincare routine so as to keep it…
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Everything To Know About Double Cleansing – And Which Products To Use
Read More: Everything To Know About Double Cleansing – And Which Products To UseAt the core of the double cleansing philosophy, one idea stands out: cleaning your face at the end of the day takes commitment. While you might lazily sit with a pack of wipes and slough off make-up while watching House Of The Dragon, we have some uncomfortable news for you: it’s not enough. Here’s why…
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How To Do Your Own Make-Up For An Event Or Photos (+ 36 Best Products)
Read More: How To Do Your Own Make-Up For An Event Or Photos (+ 36 Best Products)So it’s time for a big event or an occasion where you know photos will be taken, inevitably ending up immortalised on Instagram. And well, most days your make-up routine consists of you hurriedly applying a few coats of mascara and maybe a swatch of some lip gloss. Worry not! We’re here to show you…
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All The Self-Care Beauty You Need For The Easter Weekend
Read More: All The Self-Care Beauty You Need For The Easter WeekendStaycationing? Us too. But that doesn’t mean we can’t all turn our bathroom counter into the hotel spa of our dreams. Here are a few self-care products to get your #HomeSpa on this Easter weekend… Celluvac Derma Roller Unlock the secret to radiant skin with the Celluvac Derma Roller. Say hello to a youthful glow as…
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Exactly How You Should Be Cleaning Your Make-Up Brushes, According To A Make-Up Artist
Read More: Exactly How You Should Be Cleaning Your Make-Up Brushes, According To A Make-Up ArtistI get it, there’s already a long list of things you should be doing — but somewhere between calling your long-distance bestie more often and decluttering your wardrobe lies the vital task of washing your make-up brushes. After all, with each passing day, those little beauty tools gather dust, dirt, oil and bacteria, which you…
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Sweat And Humidity Are No Match For These 12 Waterproof Foundations
Read More: Sweat And Humidity Are No Match For These 12 Waterproof FoundationsThe seasons are changing and so is your make-up. Most critical ones? Foundations, foundations, foundations… Waterproof foundations are made to stick so they survive cries (of joy), sweat, swims and more. These take the cake. Introducing our pick of the top waterproof foundations… If you’re looking for a foundation that can take you from swimming…
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What Skincare Should You Follow In Your 30s
Read More: What Skincare Should You Follow In Your 30sWondering what skincare you should follow in your 30s? Welcome to the age of 30s, where wisdom meets youthful energy and confidence is at its prime! Your skin has come a long way and now it’s time to embrace a skincare routine that caters to the unique needs of this decade. As you navigate through…
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Here’s How To Get Rid Of Facial Redness, According To Dermatologists
Read More: Here’s How To Get Rid Of Facial Redness, According To DermatologistsSo you’ve been dealing with annoying red patches on your skin, but you’re not sure why it’s happening to you or what to do about it. Facial redness is pretty common, but no two people are alike, which is why it’s always best to get an analysis from your doctor before jumping to conclusions. Meet…
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How To Strengthen Brittle Nails, According To Dermatologists
Read More: How To Strengthen Brittle Nails, According To DermatologistsWhen you have weak nails, it may seem like a constant (and impossible) battle to keep them from breaking. While getting your nails done frequently or doing them yourself at home may seem like the solution to maintaining the look and health of your nails, it may be doing more harm than good, especially when…
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How To Actually Transition Your Skincare From Summer To Autumn
Read More: How To Actually Transition Your Skincare From Summer To AutumnAah, autumn. That time of the year when everything gets just a bit cosier, from your coffee order to layering on warm layers. The same thing applies to your skincare. When thinking of how to transition your skincare from summer to autumn, Dr Alek Nikolic, specialist in aesthetic medicine and owner of SkinMiles, says to…
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Skincare Experts Explain How To Safely Use Actives On Black Skin
Read More: Skincare Experts Explain How To Safely Use Actives On Black SkinWith easier access to salon-grade skincare and a multitude of experts and advisors at our fingertips, curating a personalised skincare routine has never been so easy. That said, with so much information about AHAs, BHAs and everything in between finding exactly what works best for your skin’s health can sometimes feel overwhelming – especially if you have melanin-rich…
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These Are The Perfect Perfumes For Your Personality
Read More: These Are The Perfect Perfumes For Your PersonalityIf you’re looking for a new fragrance but not sure where to start, look no further than at yourself. Perfumes can kinda be like pets, with their own personality that complements you. That’s why it makes total scents (we had to!) to pair your personality with your perfume. Here, the new and staple fragrances we’re…
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Skin Cycling: Here’s How To Do The Viral TikTok Skincare Regime
Read More: Skin Cycling: Here’s How To Do The Viral TikTok Skincare RegimeYou may have heard of skin cycling if you’ve been circling the social media blocks. If not (social media hiatus, anyone?), it’s actually an old trick that’s become popularised by dermatologist and TikTokker Dr Whitney Bowe, who advocates for cycling through skincare products over a four-day period. By using different products over this period, you’re…
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Here’s How To Pick A Retinol For Your Skincare Routine
Read More: Here’s How To Pick A Retinol For Your Skincare RoutineWhichever way you slice it, retinol has become to skincare what sunscreen is to summer: an absolute essential. Along with our active serums, night creams and masks, using a retinol is all the rage – with dermatologists giving it their seal of approval. But how to pick a retinol, the right ‘kind’ and the right…
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5 Amazing Local Beauty Brands To Shop Right Now. PLUS! Win A R1000 Voucher To Shop Them
Read More: 5 Amazing Local Beauty Brands To Shop Right Now. PLUS! Win A R1000 Voucher To Shop ThemThere are so many local beauty brands to love lately! But finding them all in one place? Now that’s a whole different story. Luckily for us, We Are EGG recently opened its 2nd store at the Zone in Rosebank in October. The new Rosebank store has been specifically created for the Joburg customer in mind (we…
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The 10 Best Skincare Products On Dermastore, According To Customers
Read More: The 10 Best Skincare Products On Dermastore, According To CustomersTrying to find the right skincare products for your skin type can sometimes be a bit of a ‘hit and miss’. I’ve asked myself many a time: is this product worth the cash? Will it really give me the results it promises? It’s easy to see how you can end up feeling a little intimidated and…
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7 Face Mists To Keep Your Skin Cool And Hydrated During The Hot Summer Days
Read More: 7 Face Mists To Keep Your Skin Cool And Hydrated During The Hot Summer DaysIf you walk pass by my desk at any point during the day, you’d probably see me using a face mist. Ever since our beauty ed introduced us to the wonders of misting, I’ve been obsessed. Is it an essential part of my skincare routine? No, but that doesn’t mean I love it any less.…
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Exactly How To Pair Skincare Products For The Best Results
Read More: Exactly How To Pair Skincare Products For The Best ResultsI say you need to pair skincare products correctly, and you say, ‘you mean SPF after toner, right?’ Wrong. With the rise in awareness around active ingredients like hyaluronic and salicylic acids, peptides and serums are becoming more confusing to work around. Which products should we be using together? How should we layer them? And…
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4 Things To Look Out For, If You Really Want To Live Sustainably
Read More: 4 Things To Look Out For, If You Really Want To Live SustainablyAs the planet nears destruction, it’s become far more urgent to find ways to live sustainably. While individual action only… The post 4 Things To Look Out For, If You Really Want To Live Sustainably appeared first on Women’s Health.
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Retinoids: Everything You Need To Know About This Miracle Skincare Ingredient
Read More: Retinoids: Everything You Need To Know About This Miracle Skincare IngredientRetinoids have the ability to do everything! Yes, everything. From reducing dark spots and hyperpigmentation, stimulating collagen, decreasing the effects… The post Retinoids: Everything You Need To Know About This Miracle Skincare Ingredient appeared first on Women’s Health.
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Here’s How To *Actually* Prep For A Bikini Wax, According To Waxitologists
Read More: Here’s How To *Actually* Prep For A Bikini Wax, According To WaxitologistsThe most delicate – and ever-popular – service in the realm of hair removal is the bikini wax, taking care… The post Here’s How To *Actually* Prep For A Bikini Wax, According To Waxitologists appeared first on Women’s Health.
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Lip Blushing: What Experts Say About This Semi-Permanent Tattoo
Read More: Lip Blushing: What Experts Say About This Semi-Permanent TattooLong lashes and bushy brows have been trending for a while, but those features barely hold a candle to pouty lips, at… The post Lip Blushing: What Experts Say About This Semi-Permanent Tattoo appeared first on Women’s Health.
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5 Viral TikTok Skincare Hacks That Experts Say you Should Definitely Avoid
Read More: 5 Viral TikTok Skincare Hacks That Experts Say you Should Definitely AvoidIf you scroll beauty-favourite app TikTok right now, you’ll find advice on almost every skin concern. Pimple popping, blackhead purging, facial fuzz… The post 5 Viral TikTok Skincare Hacks That Experts Say you Should Definitely Avoid appeared first on Women’s Health.
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Here’s Exactly What To Eat For Glowing Skin, According To Aestheticians
Read More: Here’s Exactly What To Eat For Glowing Skin, According To AestheticiansSure, your fave beauty blogger *swears* by water as her number one beauty tip for glowing skin (when it probably… The post Here’s Exactly What To Eat For Glowing Skin, According To Aestheticians appeared first on Women’s Health.
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Dissolving Lip Fillers Is on the Up: Here’s Everything You Need to Know
Read More: Dissolving Lip Fillers Is on the Up: Here’s Everything You Need to KnowOver the past decade, there’s been a boom in the amount of people getting lip fillers. From Kylie Jenner’s infamous… The post Dissolving Lip Fillers Is on the Up: Here’s Everything You Need to Know appeared first on Women’s Health.
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Review: ‘I Tried Catrice’s R170 TikTok-Viral Foundation On My Dry, Pigmented Skin’
Read More: Review: ‘I Tried Catrice’s R170 TikTok-Viral Foundation On My Dry, Pigmented Skin’If you’ve spent any time in the TikTok beauty community, you’ll know they’re all about budget-friendly products – especially when… The post Review: ‘I Tried Catrice’s R170 TikTok-Viral Foundation On My Dry, Pigmented Skin’ appeared first on Women’s Health.
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12 Reasons Why Your Lips Are Always Chapped
Read More: 12 Reasons Why Your Lips Are Always ChappedHaving chapped lips is one of those health annoyances that’s technically survivable, but can still make your life miserable. After… The post 12 Reasons Why Your Lips Are Always Chapped appeared first on Women’s Health.
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Salicylic Acid: Why You Need This Hero Ingredient In Your Skincare Routine
Read More: Salicylic Acid: Why You Need This Hero Ingredient In Your Skincare RoutineWhilst we know the word acid can sometimes seem a little daunting when it comes to skincare, they’re actually really… The post Salicylic Acid: Why You Need This Hero Ingredient In Your Skincare Routine appeared first on Women’s Health.
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What Is Dry Brushing And Why Should You Be Doing It?
Read More: What Is Dry Brushing And Why Should You Be Doing It?We brush our hair and we brush our teeth but what about your skin? Introducing dry brushing! This practice might just be the secret to smooth, hydrated skin — even in winter. The post What Is Dry Brushing And Why Should You Be Doing It? appeared first on Women’s Health.
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8 Amazing Benefits And Uses For Aloe Vera
Read More: 8 Amazing Benefits And Uses For Aloe VeraBefore there were bath bombs and contouring palettes, there was aloe vera. Here are the amazing ways you can use it to benefit your skin and hair. The post 8 Amazing Benefits And Uses For Aloe Vera appeared first on Women’s Health.
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7 Ways To Make Sure Your Salon Visit Is Safe During Lockdown
Read More: 7 Ways To Make Sure Your Salon Visit Is Safe During LockdownHere are a couple of things you can do, and watch out for, to reduce your chances of getting COVID-19 while at the salon. The post 7 Ways To Make Sure Your Salon Visit Is Safe During Lockdown appeared first on Women’s Health.
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How To Curl Your Hair With A Flat Iron, According To A Celebrity Hairstylist
Read More: How To Curl Your Hair With A Flat Iron, According To A Celebrity HairstylistHarry Josh, the celebrity hairstylist to Gisele Bundchen, Karlie Kloss and Priyanka Chopra, shares the easiest tutorial for curling hair with a straightener. The post How To Curl Your Hair With A Flat Iron, According To A Celebrity Hairstylist appeared first on Women’s Health.
