Beauty Diaries

Even tone skin is any girl's dream and to achieve it should not have to cost you an arm and a leg. I have discovered the most efficient and cost effective way of doing so.Introducing Dettol Even tone Hygiene soap available at only R 12,99 from all major retailers...I had a major problem with uneven skin tone on my arms and legs after being savagely...

​TOP 10 REASONS FOR HAIR LOSS IN WOMEN #1. Bad hair etiquette.  Excessive use of hair styling tools like strengtheners and curling iron or hair products like gels, mousse, sprays, colours, etc. can damage the hair shaft and prolonged usage can hamper its growth. Tight ponytails, wrong combs, parting your hair, can further aggravate the co...

Enter your text here ...Every single one of us wants a head full of gorgeous, full volume and shiny hair. Unfortunately, many conditions and issues can get in the way of achieving this and we don't all have the financial means to go for hair treatments.Just the other day I had my hair day and was shocked when the stylist blow dried my hair straight...

I recently visited my Vichy counter at Dischem and was pleasantly surprised with a bag full of goodies ...... from Vichy....on my birthday no less.The bag contained sample versions of the Vichy Liftactiv (quite the hype has been created around this product) for face, eyes and lashes, awakening eye balms, sensitive skin day cream, SPF 50 sunblo...

What? Another interest rate hike?With tough economic challenges and having to tighten 'My #beautybelt' things are just becoming unbearable.So, I took it upon myself to compile a list of 10 beauty budget buys every girl needs (to cope during this tough economic cycle):1. Firstly, I do not go anywhere without my Vitamin Water Lippies (under R 20 from...

If you are like me, not much of a lipstick fan, you might wanna give these two budget friendly lippies a go in the month of February. I did, a few weeks ago and here is my report.About a month ago I received an email from takealot on the beauty specials they were running and came across these two beauties going for only 20 bucks each. Introducing A...

.I have searched and searched for way to create the perfect curl. After much anticipation, hard work and countless hours spent on research, this is what I have come up with; least the options that I have tried. Firstly, I want to make it very clear that I do not own a GHD and probably never will so I have had to stick to the age old conventional me...

​Hate exercising but love dancing? The good news is that dance in all its various forms has taken over the world of exercise and fitness and has proven to be a jolly good workout too.Shall we dance?A lot of people hate exercising; the huffing and puffing, sweat and steam not to mention all those perfect, lycra-clad, bodies on show. Most love dancin...

​After a grueling Winter, Summer is finally here and the heat is on. We are looking forward to so much fun in the sun, beach braai's, cocktails and pina coladas and just enjoying the lovely weather. With so much planning, packing, eats and treats, the kids to do, we often end up forgetting to pack essentials for skin and hair.Luckily, for me, I hav...

 Sleep is a vital part of our daily routine. When you are asleep, your body gets the opportunity to relax, reset, and prepare for the following day. However, although getting a good night's rest is necessary for good health, for many people sleeping through the night can be quite a struggle. Fortunately, research has shown that there...

This refreshing drink is a great way to add fruit to your diet and boost your health. Add more water or ice to achieve the desired consistency.Serves 2Nutrition per serve: Energy 539kJ; Protein 1.3g; Fat (total) 0.5g; Fat (saturated) 0.05g; Fat (monounsaturated) 0.05g; Fat (polyunsaturated) 0.3g; Carbohydrate 26.3g; Sugar 9.6g; Fibre 3.2g; Cho...

Join me in weeks to come on my Garnier 2016 Hair revolution.More details to follow soon.Watch this space as I transform my dull, grey and unhappy hair to great, healthy looking hair.

​Lux products have been around for a long time and I have always loved their products.  From the Sheer Twilight body washes to the Wake Me and Soft Velvet products. Nothing could however have prepare me for what they launched recently; the Lux soft touch beauty bar. When I think of the Lux range of beauty products, I realize tha...

Picture this: You have been looking forward to a delicious chocolate Sunday ice cream for the whole week. You take your first scoop and, just as your are about to put the ice-cream in your mouth, you get this sharp ouch of a pain in the upper left corner of your gum. Oh dear, looks like my tooth sensitivity is back.Tooth Sensitivity can be painful ...

 I ​remember it like it happened yesterday, the first day I joined Beauty Bulletin as a member in 2012. You would not believe me if I told you that I stumbled on to this site by pure dumb luck. Browsing through the site I was intrigued at the thought of 'receiving free beauty products to review'. Everyone loves freebies.Immediately signed...

It's that time of year again when we are rapidly trying to keep up, plan, finish up, clean up or do whatever else we need to possibly stay sane.My question to you today is, wherever you are, whatever you are doing, are you feeling at all stressed today?If so, it's time to send you stress packing and learn to relax.First, some backgroun...

How smart is your skin care brand really? I mean, how often have you stopped and thought about why you buy the brand you do and what benefits is in it for you?As a BB insider and influencer, I had the unique opportunity to review some amazing Clinique product from the Smart Range and boy, was I ever impressed.Clinique smart is all about skincare de...

​Let's face it December is almost upon us. Not only is this a time for relaxing and celebrating with family, it's also a tie of gifting and sharing with loved ones.Through a concerted effort on my part, I picked up a few gifts at reasonable prices that anyone can enjoy.Delightfully Desirable​Delight perfume 30ml (R99)​Delight is a majestic, floral ...

​The Essense Skin Detox is one of my favourite skin care products from the Annique Skincare range.  I simply cannot do without. On a daily basis, our skins are exposed to manmy elements such as , environmental factors such as pollution, certain medication, and alcohol which strips the skin of essential nutrients and fatty acids. The Skin ...

​Annique Resque Zero Ache (75ml)  is a wonderful pain relief cream with a fast acting thermogenic or heating compound.It contains incredible herbs such as Cayenne Pepper, Marjoram, Menthol, Lavendar and Eucalyptus which provides relief from bruises, sprained muscles, headaches, rheumatism, still joints and blood circulation. Since the inc...