On Saturday, 1 August, Elizabeth Arden South Africa celebrated its newest fragrance, Elizabeth Arden Eternal Aura Eau de Parfum, with a heartfelt celebration of womanhood at Divine Sunset in Midrand. More than the launch of a new fragrance, “Let Your Aura Bloom” became a celebration of the remarkable women whose lives remind us that beauty is found not only in who we are today, but in every chapter that has shaped us.
Masodi Beauty founder Liz Letsoalo talks about taking her haircare brand into major retail, including Foschini and Bash, both part of The Foschini Group, alongside Dis-Chem and Beauty Box.
Liz Letsoalo built Masodi Beauty from her kitchen in 2018. Nearly eight years on, the brand is landing on shelves at some of South Africa’s biggest retailers, a milestone that looks sudden from the outside but was, by Letsoalo’s own account, years in the making. We sat down with her to talk about the discipline behind the growth, what she has learned about scaling a South African beauty business, and where Masodi goes from here.
How Wiseman Zitha turned a childhood fascination with hair into a growing salon shaped by purpose, culture and creativity
All things have certainly worked together for Wiseman Zitha’s good, with the launch of his hair salon, UEL.
In a beauty landscape where social media often tells us that more products mean better makeup, Khaya Mhleli believes the opposite. Layers of foundation, concealer and powder may dominate our feeds, but according to the acclaimed Johannesburg-based editorial and creative makeup artist, great beauty begins with restraint, intention and the confidence to let skin look like skin.
There’s something about winter that makes fragrance feel a little more indulgent. Maybe it’s the cosy knitwear, the crisp morning air or finally having the perfect excuse to wear those rich, delicious scents that have been waiting patiently on your vanity. Just as our wardrobes change with the season, so should our fragrances. Winter is the time to embrace creamy vanilla, comforting musk, rich woods and decadent gourmand notes that wrap around you like your favourite coat.
It was lights, camera, Country Allure at the 2026 Hollywoodbets Durban July, where Mzansi’s biggest stars descended on the Hollywoodbets Greyville Racecourse for an unforgettable celebration of fashion, beauty and culture. Marking its milestone 130th edition, Africa’s premier horse racing and social spectacle once again transformed the racecourse into the country’s most glamorous runway. Under this year’s theme, Country Allure, South Africa’s designers reimagined the romance of the countryside through a contemporary haute couture lens, marrying equestrian influences with sweeping feathers, crystal embellishments, impeccable tailoring and rich nods to local heritage.
As the first South African ambassador for Creme of Nature, the actress and humanitarian is helping redefine the conversation around textured hair, identity and the woman in the mirror.
There is something deeply reassuring about the way Nomzamo Mbatha speaks. Every answer feels less like a soundbite and more like an invitation to see yourself differently.
Culture’s biggest night delivered exactly what we’d hoped for. Black excellence, unforgettable fashion and beauty moments that deserve their own standing ovation.
For Mbali Christina, beauty has never been about simply looking good. It has always been about transformation, storytelling, and finding confidence in your own reflection. As a beauty educator, creative director, digital entrepreneur and one of South Africa’s most recognisable voices in beauty, Christina has built a career rooted in helping others embrace self-expression through makeup.
What happens when a cult skincare brand joins forces with one of the world’s most recognisable fitness communities? A wellness experience that goes beyond cleansers and treadmills. Kiehl’s South Africa and Gold’s Gym are encouraging consumers to view skincare as part of a broader self-care journey, one that includes movement, recovery and community. To celebrate the partnership, the brands recently hosted an immersive event where guests could train, learn about their skin and connect with fellow wellness enthusiasts.