Lifestyle

Is your shower water ruining your hair? Here’s what you need to know

We all know a good hair care routine starts with the right products, but have you ever thought about your shower water? Surprisingly, it might be playing a bigger role in your hair’s health than you realise. Whether your water is hard, soft, chlorinated, or even rich in minerals, each type affects your hair differently. […]

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Firelighters not available? Here’s how to get your braai going

South Africans are gearing up for the season of braais with friends and family. But what do you do when you realise you’re out of firelighters, the trusty companions of every braai master? Fear not! There are several ingenious alternatives to firelighters that can get your braai started without a hitch: Egg Boxes and Cooking […]

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5 Houseplants to add on your windowsill

Nothing looks better than seeing sunbeams on your houseplants, showcasing their lush green beauty. If you struggle to find that special plant for your windowsill, here are a few ideas for plants to get you started. Cactus Sun-loving cacti are some of the best options for your windowsill. These stunning plants don’t require much attention […]

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How letting your baby get messy with food boosts development

When you first introduce solids to your baby, it’s usually easy to keep things clean because they aren’t very mobile yet. However, as the months go by, they will start swiping the spoon and blowing raspberries into their food, which can quickly become a mess for everyone, writes Jen Spiro. This can be overwhelming and […]

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Stylish and functional lounge revamp ideas you need to try

Rearranging your living room furniture or décor does not have to be a lot of work. Changing small details can transform your living room into a completely new space. Check out these five tips for making simple adjustments to your living room. Play around with furniture placement The living room is where you spend most […]

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This is why sleeping with jewellery on is a bad idea

We all have bedtime habits, but you may want to think twice before sleeping with jewellery on. To be fair, evenings when we feel like it would be too much work to remove our jewellery do exist! However, damaging your jewellery or causing skin discomfort are just a few of the reasons you should reconsider […]

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Mama Flo tackles period poverty with sustainable solutions

Mama Flo is a charity organisation born from a small act of kindness. ‘Our mission is to find short and long-term sustainable solutions to period poverty’ says the owners as they discuss their journey from 2020 to the present day, Cape {town} Etc reports. The organisation was founded by Isabella Bisogno, Melissa Zackon and Laurie Shone. The […]

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Why dermaplaning is the skincare trend you can’t ignore

Skincare trends come and go, but dermaplaning is still causing quite the buzz. Whether you’ve caught wind of it on TikTok or overheard it at the beauty salon, this treatment promises skin so smooth it rivals a baby’s bottom. But before you grab that razor, let’s dive into everything you need to know—the good, the […]

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How to deal with year-end fatigue

Three months left until we say goodbye to 2024, meaning that we all deal with year-end fatigue of constantly being tired and overwhelmed as we rush to meet our yearly targets. Understanding year-end fatigue is knowing that it gets everybody not just students or those climbing the corporate ladder. Your body just gets to a […]

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WATCH: Uber/Bolt driver pepper sprayed and robbed by passengers

A disturbing video shared by @MDNnews on X (formerly known as Twitter) has gone viral, showing an Uber/Bolt driver being brutally assaulted and robbed by passengers. The footage reveals a planned attack, starting with a front-seat passenger pulling the handbrake, causing the vehicle to come to a sudden stop. As the driver tried to come […]

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