In this issue

Summer special: Fashion & Beauty, The colour combo that suits everyone, Simplify your skincare for better results, Local foodie Claire Allen, Fix it: 7 surprising reasons you have a headache, Make-up that won't budge in the heat, Less stress more fun: smart ways to have both, Gifts for the hard-to-buy-for...made by you, Healthier and happier

'I Believe That The Future Is Female'

MasterChef South Africa finalist and entrepreneur, Claire Allen, chats to Julia Bain about her London pop-up restaurant, being the ‘Skinny Chef’, and her plans for the future

8 mins

Don't Tell Me I Can't Start A Family In My 40s

Robyn Thekiso, 45, worried she might have left it too late to become a mother, but turning 40 was only the beginning for her and her family…

3 mins

Could Your Family Survive A Sugar Detox?

Almost everyone likes a little sweetness now and then, but for Lisa Witepski, it’s impossible to say, ‘No, thanks’ to cake (or rusks, or ice cream…). We asked her and her family to do just that for a week – here’s what happened

9 mins

Find Your Work-life Balance

Do you tend to prioritise work over your personal life? Read on to find out how to get things back in sync...

4 mins

Keep The Passion Alive

There are a multitude of passion killers that can strike a long-term relationship. Here’s how to bring the romance – and the spark – back

5 mins

The Moment That Changed My Life

As these three women learnt, just one event can change the course of your future, often with unexpected results

9 mins

Wine & Weight Gain The Secret To Living Longer?

It goes against everything we’ve been told, but could these ‘sins’ lead to a lengthier life expectancy? We ask two experts for their opinion

3 mins

Workout Worries Solved

From stitches to itchy eyes, a whole range of health concerns can derail your exercise routine. Here’s what to do about them

3 mins

Good-mood Foods

Diet plays a big role in how happy you are, so with the help of dietitian Helen Bond, we’ve got the foods to help you smile

2 mins

Surprise Reasons Your Head Hurts

From staying in bed to eating a ham sarmie, there are some unusual causes of head pain. Here are the remedies to tackle them...

3 mins

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Essentials South Africa Magazine Description:

Essentials magazine is a ‘practicals’ lifestyle monthly packed with savvy solutions and stylish twists. Expect loads of tips and advice on fashion, beauty, health, food, consumer issues, decor and real-life reads. It targets real South African women, putting them at the forefront of the content - and on the cover - every month.