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DIY Beauty At Your Fingertips

Vaseline as an emergency moisturizer

Vaseline is the ultimate moisturizer because of its versatility. Vaseline can be used for moisturizing your hair, can be a very effective lip balm and it can also help to treat cracked heels.

Strawberries as a teeth whitener

Just buy some strawberries, rub one on your teeth every night and soon enough, your teeth will start shining.

Olive oil to prevent and manage stretch marks

Olive oil is enriched with vitamin E. As with most essential oils, you won’t see a change immediately but over time you will see the stretch marks gradually vanish.

Avocado as a face mask

Avocado contains a variety of minerals and vitamins; it tastes good and is easy to apply and take off. There are various avocado face masks for different uses on your skin, so choose what works for your skin type.

Using salt and sugar for a body/face scrub

Exfoliating is scrubbing your skin to remove dead skin cells and it is very good to rejuvenate your skin. You can exfoliate your skin using some salt, sugar, honey and your favorite essential oil to add a scent.

How to talk to kids about online safety

The internet offers children opportunities to learn, explore their interests and connect with friends. However, spending time online can also expose them to risks such as cyberbullying, online scams, inappropriate content and contact from strangers. Also see: Online security: Why digital safety requires all of us For parents and caregivers, talking to children about online […]

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Stylish accessories that will elevate a basic look

A basic outfit can be as simple as a clean silhouette, solid colours and minimal textures. But with the right accessories, you can transform a minimalist look into something stylish and memorable. Also see: The rise of modern traditional printwear in modern everyday fashion Whether it’s a pop of colour, an interesting texture or a statement […]

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De’Moss shares the story behind new single ‘Siyohluleka’

South African musical artist De’Moss will release a new single, ‘Siyohluleka,’ featuring Cnethemba Gonelo and Aluta Soul on 30 October 2026, which reflects on the struggles of modern dating. Also see: Khaya Mthethwa celebrates his first Venda gospel song De’Moss caught up with BONA to speak about the new single and reflect on the collaborative relationship […]

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