Posts Written ByCamilla

Review: The Neo-Qi Energy Cocoon // Spa at Cape Grace

We were recently invited to the Spa at the Cape Grace Hotel to experience their NeoQi Energy Cocoon (the “Cocoon”). The Cocoon is an incredibly advanced piece of equipment and is designed to be a complete system for detoxing, energising and relaxing the body. The name derives from ancient Chinese philosophy which believes that Qi is the invisible life energy that should flow freely through a healthy body, but is often blocked or inhibited as a result of stress, anxiety, lack of sleep or an unhealthy lifestyle. A session in the Cocoon can help replenish and free the circulation of Qi, boosting…

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Quick Reviews #13

REN Wake Wonderful Night-Time Facial* The latest overnight treatment from REN promises to firm, brighten and illuminate your skin while you sleep, leaving you with a glowing complexion when you wake. It works in three phases: Phase 1: Lactic and Glycolic Acid exfoliate and brighten the skin. Phase 2: Glycogen and Magnesium boost cell vitality and revitalise the skin. Phase 3: Sodium Lactate gradually raises the skin’s pH level, leaving the skin plumped up and rejuvenated. It is designed to be used alone, but you can layer it as well – you can apply a serum beforehand, or a moisturiser afterwards if…

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Camilla’s Current Makeup Favourites

Now that my boyfriend is firmly back in town, I find myself schlepping a bag between his home and mine on daily/weekly basis (exhausting). I loathe packing, so keeping my makeup bag prepared at all times is the only way I can maintain my sanity. Here’s what’s been on my face for the past couple of weeks (in keeping with my ‘more is more’ mantra, there are lots of products):

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Review: SKOON. Skin Care

Skoon Ruby Marine Overnight Hydrating Mask | All Dolled Up

If you follow us on social media you will have seen a lot of SKOON. being featured recently. SKOON. is a South African bespoke skin care range which uses natural ingredients only – so think pure plant oils, rich butters, floral essences and botanical extracts. The range is fresh and uncomplicated, and allows you to customise your skin care and ‘make it yours’ by mixing your own natural bespoke formulations. I don’t know about you, but my skin is temperamental and prone to sudden changes in tone and texture, so it makes sense that I should be able to adapt my products accordingly. It’s genius, really.…

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Top Summer Body Lotions

Summer is just around the corner, and if you’ve been neglecting your skin this winter, you’ll have some work to do in order to get your limbs gleaming again. Here are my top picks for banishing lizard skin and getting back to your soft and supple summer self… The Body Shop Fuji Green Tea Body Butter & The Body Shop Virgin Mojito Body Butter (Limited Edition) If you’re a regular around these parts then you will know that both Jules and I are big fans of The Body Shop body butters. They are affordable (there is almost always a deal of…

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Quick Reviews #12

The Body Shop Spa of the World Dead Sea Salt Scrub The Spa of the World Collection launched a few weeks ago and when I popped into my local Body Shop, I made a beeline for the Dead Sea Salt Scrub. I have always been a huge fan of Body Shop body scrubs (in fact, they are the only ones I use) – so I knew this latest offering was going to be a slam dunk. The combination of the Dead Sea minerals and coarse salt crystals create the perfect consistency for a deliciously gritty exfoliator. This rougher scrub suits…

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Review: Africology Renewing Facial Therapy Serum

I haven’t dedicated a standalone post to a skincare item for as long as I can remember. Today that changes, because the Renewing Facial Therapy Serum from Africology is just that good. We were sent it at the beginning of August as part of a Women’s Day celebration and I have been using it 5-6 times a week ever since (all proceeds from the sale of this serum during the month of August were donated to Babies Behind Bars – a non-profit organisation that assists mothers in prison whose children are born during their sentence). First off: who is it best for/what does it…

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USA Beauty Haul

You may be confused by the title of this post, given that I have not been to America this year (I will leave that to Jules). However, my mule (read: boyfriend) has been there for approximately seven weeks, and as emotional compensation I am allowed to order whatever make-up my heart desires and he will bring it home for me. Lush. Let’s dive right in, shall we: Lorac PRO Palette: I have wanted this palette for the longest time, but it was only after watching Sharon Farrell’s latest video showing how she created 5 different looks with this palette, that I decided…

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