Local products make us feel good from the inside out. They combine natural, indigenous ingredients and a lingering, luxurious scent. We’re here to share with you our favourite brands of the season. We hope you love them as much as we do.
ESSE SKINCARE
Esse (to be in Latin) was founded in 2002 by South African biochemist Trevor Steyn. Rather than stripping the skin of its natural oils using chemical-laden products, Esse maintains the balance of the skin’s ecosystem, providing protection through a ‘living armour’ of beneficial bacteria. Using organic biotechnology, Esse rewilds the skin’s microbiome to keep it healthier and younger whilst counteracting the adverse effects of our modern lifestyles. The brand’s product range is scientifically formulated for all skin types with prebiotics, probiotics and active ingredients to get the skin back to its best. Esse products also remain authentic to the brand’s core principles, meaning they’re certified organic, vegan, cruelty-free, carbon-and plastic neutral, and support free trade. Esse Probiotic Serum with Live Probiotics R1375.
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MASODI ORGANICS
This hair, skin and wellness brand has found its place in many hearts in South Africa and beyond. It prides itself in choosing bold ingredients for its product formulations, adding thoughtfully-made yet effective products that deliver on its promise to retail shelves. The brand’s three, carefully curated ranges offer an all-round delightful beauty and wellness experience and are easy to use. Each product contains a key ingredient to suit a very specific beauty and wellness need, such as keratin for its Protein Hair Treatment, glycolic and salicylic acids for its Anti-Bump and Anti-Ingrown Hairs Serum, aloe vera for its Gentle Cleansing Body Wash, activated charcoal for its Clarifying Shampoo and a blend of soy and other waxes for its moulded and scented candles. These balance naturally derived ingredients with useful and necessary synthetic ingredients to deliver holistically safe, effective and delightful product formulations.
1. Whipped Shea Butter
This is a great winter product that’s been a top-seller across skin hues for as long as Masodi existed. It’s 99% natural and works well for sensitive skin. Masodi Organics Whipped Shea Butter R229.99.
2. Revitalising Bath Salts
This is a very nice blend of Himalayan and Epsom salts with hibiscus flowers and lavender. It’s relaxing and has become a top fave from Masodi’s bath and body range. Its unique packaging also caught our eye. Masodi Organics Revitalising Bath Salts R149.99.
3. Moulded Candles
These are made from a blend of waxes to create a balance of decent ingredients, longevity and scent. Each has a unique shape and size to work in different spaces, from homes to offices. Masodi Organics Molded Candles from R59.99.
4. Protein Treatment
This is a key hair care product we believe is trendy and a winter essential. There aren’t that many home-grown protein treatments available in South Africa, so this keratin mask is a welcome addition. Masodi Organics Protein Treatment R189.99
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AFRICOLOGY
The story of Africology is one of preservation and manifestation, family values and following what’s right even if that means delaying instant gratification. Today, leading spas and hotels worldwide stock its products, and Africology’s core values still vibrate through every product it makes. It shares authentic beauty and the essence of Africa and plays its part in preserving the earth. Africology’s Anti-Aging SOS Spray instantly reveals more glowing and youthful skin. This expertly blended tonic is one of our hero products for a good reason: coveted for its ability to replenish lost moisture, it’s especially effective after sun exposure, and also as a rejuvenating must-have on flights. It contains potent peptides and hyaluronic acid, and its spray stimulates collagen production and helps prevent ageing skin. You can use it on the face and over the entire body. Infused with a Frangipani base note, it’s reminiscent of summer getaways. Africology Anti-Aging SOS Spray R650.
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