BEAUTY TREND: MEET THE HYBRID FOUNDATION

The latest foundation formulas provide long-lasting coverage while offering a variety of skincare benefits.

Blocked pores, flaky skin, nasty chemicals – these are just some of the reasons why foundations have received a bad rap in the past. But thanks to breakthroughs in product technologies, the new wave of foundations double as effective treatments, targeting skincare issues while concealing imperfections. Here are the ones to look out for.

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Beauty Masterclass: 6 CLEVER WAYS TO MAKE YOUR EYES POP

Follow this step-by-step video tutorial for bigger, brighter eyes that stand out beautifully.

Our eyes attract immediate attention, so it’s a good idea to have a few make-up tips and tricks up your sleeve for a striking yet youthful and wide awake look. Your journey to bigger and brighter eyes starts here.

1. Add Primer To Your Lids

Start the process by prepping your eyelids with a lid primer or pat on a little pressed powder. This creates a smooth base that provides grip for the products that follow, ensuring they stay put all day. Avoid priming your lids with concealer, foundation, or any other products containing oil, as this can cause your make-up to smudge or move around during the day.

2. Add Dimension To Your Crease

Contouring isn’t exclusively for your cheekbones – this technique can also be used on your eyelids to add dimension. For the best effect, use a soft, fluffy brush to sweep on a matte eye shadow in the same shade as your skin tone along the crease of your eyelid. Next, apply a darker taupe shade in an arc along the crease, starting at the corner of the lower lash line, gently blending the eye shadow along the way. This will create depth, which is key to making your eyes pop!

3. Apply A Highlighter To The Lid, Inner Corner And Brow Bone

Highlighter is one of the best tricks around for opening up your eyes, creating an appealing, wide-eyed look. Use it on your brow bone to give the illusion of ‘lifting’ your brow, on the inner corners of your eyes to open them up, and on the centre of the lid to brighten your eyes.

4. Curl Lashes using An Eyelash Curler

An eyelash curler is a must. It makes a big impact by lifting the lashes, making your eyes appear larger and more alert. Although it might look like a surgical tool, a lash curler is quite simple to use. Place your upper lashes between the two sides of the lash curler (keeping eyes open), then position the curler as close as possible to your eyelid without pinching your skin, starting at the inner corner of your eye. When your lashes are tucked inside, gently clamp the curler together. Hold for ten seconds, moving outward to curl the entire lash line. Repeat if necessary.

5. Coat The Top And Bottom Lashes With Mascara

To further define and open eyes, apply two or three coats of mascara along the upper and lower lashes. For extra oomph, apply an additional coat near the centre of the upper lash line.

6. Lighten The Waterline With A Neutral Eye Pencil

While black liner inside the lower eyelids will make your eyes look smaller, a brightening neutral shade will open them by creating the illusion of extending your whites. A white eye pencil can also be used, but the more neutral fleshy tones provide a natural finish and help conceal any redness too.

Videographer: Roice Nel. Hair & make-up: Renee De Wit/Gloss. Model: Morgan/Boss Models. Production: Leila Petersen.

6 trends your teen will love

Keep kids toasty warm this winter with layering pieces that are cosy and ever so easy to wear.


Crank up the heat in winter outfits that are cosy, easy to wear and bang on-trend. Layering various pieces gives these looks an edge, with shots of colour thrown in to brighten the dullest of winter days. Being stylish has never been so easy!

1. SPORTS LUXE: the sleeveless puffer

Pick out the perfect sleeveless puffer to add a warm and playful layer that can be removed if needed as temperatures rise during the day. Combine with seasonal favourites for an effortless look and add a sporty touch for a fresh dose of urban flavour.
New Wave puffer gilet 289.95 SHOP NOW; New Wave slogan top 89.95; New Wave rip-and-repair denim jeans 299.95 SHOP NOW; New Wave lace-up sneakers 249.95 

2. GRUNGE: the checked mini 

Your kids may have not been around in the ’90s, but they can still slay the trend. You don’t have to go totally Clueless in matching checks – instead, make a statement by keeping the focus on a checked mini, and complete the look by incorporating various textures, such as patent, knit and faux fur.
New Wave faux fur-trim puffer gilet 299.95; New Wave long-sleeved slogan T-shirt 89.95 SHOP NOW; New Wave checked mini skirt 149.95; Shelley socks 119.95; New Wave patent platform brogues 299.95

3. STREET SMART: the chambray shirt

The chambray shirt is a stylish layering piece that can be worn in many different ways. Wear tucked into jeans, tied around the waist, or buttoned up or down for a casual-cool appeal. It’s street-smart and hardwearing – perfect for kids on the go.
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4. DRESS UP: the hooded dress

The hoodie dress trend has finally arrived. It’s the most effortless and comfortable item of clothing a girl can own this season. Not just for the skater crowd, this trend has now joined the ranks of the fashion conscious – and we’re all for it. Pair with tights and combat boots for a look that’s so hot right now.
New Wave hooded dress 179.95; New Wave checked-sleeve hooded dress 209.95; New Wave circle bag 179.95; Falke side-striped socks 59.95; New Wave combat boots 229.95

5. Army style: the camo tracksuit 

There’s no flying under the radar in camo this season – the pattern may be designed to blend in, but the style stands out. Add street-style cool to your look with an on-trend backpack.
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6. Urban cool: The PARKA JACKET

Keeping the chill at bay and looking good is an easy task with the must-have item for winter 2019 – the parka jacket. Wear over a cute top for effortless, age-appropriate chic.
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Fashion direction & production: Brittany Penebre. Photography: Jacobus/Hero Creative. Styling: Rushana Burton
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Your weekly horoscope for 20 to 26 April

Avoid those unwanted surprises, and rather be in the know. Read your weekly horoscope here.

Everything you need to know for your upcoming week

ARIES

Prepare for the focus to shift to your love life, values and money over coming weeks. The recent Full Moon will continue to shine on your relationships, prompting you to rekindle some. Take time out this weekend to reboot health, too.

TAURUS

Your energy levels should improve this week and moving forward. This weekend, someone may need your help or vice-versa. A surprise or a change of routine towards midweek will provide the chance to review a travel plan or a relationship.

GEMINI

Key developments could be decisive this week, especially to do with work, a health matter or a long-term choice. You may be surprised by news or a development in connection with a group, friend or an organisation midweek.

CANCER


A trip will certainly boost your feel-good factor. News or developments may take you into a deeper understanding of someone – or even of yourself. A change of focus at work or in your direction will be refreshing if out of the ordinary.

LEO

You like to shine so you’ll enjoy your week as you’ll get the chance to help someone or to be a true friend. Developments may even be therapeutic. You’ll enjoy a change of pace midweek. A friend or partner may surprise you.

VIRGO

Frank talks and get-togethers this weekend will shed light on a key relationship. News midweek could involve a development at home, with family or property that will prompt a new way to invest in the domestic arena or in your future.

LIBRA


You’ll appreciate the opportunity to boost your looks, finances and wellbeing. A change of schedule may arise this weekend, and this should enable you to boost your health. A get-together midweek may be revealing and enlightening.

SCORPIO


This weekend’s Scorpio Moon will boost your wellbeing. It is a good weekend for a health or medical appointment. You may be surprised by developments at work midweek or by a change of schedule. Romance could blossom.

SAGITTARIUS


There is a healing aspect to your weekend: you may be asked to help someone, or may need to ask for help yourself. You’ll appreciate the support. A change in your personal life or your routine midweek could be a surprise.

CAPRICORN


Big-picture developments will shine a light on consequences at home or regarding a property or family this week. A trip may be therapeutic or even healing in nature this weekend, but you must avoid misunderstandings and mix-ups.

AQUARIUS


You are a sensitive soul, but you rarely broadcast the fact! This weekend, your vulnerabilities may emerge, so consider who you could ask for help so you can progress, especially regarding financial, health or personal matters.

PISCES

You are a dreamer, and so sometimes when the harsh realities of life hit home, you can take these personally. This weekend, you’ll enjoy taking time out to boost self-esteem and personal relationships. You may be surprised by developments midweek.

By Patsy Bennett

Edgars Club members save 10% on Peter Shaffer’s iconic psychological thriller EQUUS

As an Edgars Club member, you enjoy a 10% saving on shows at the Theatre On the Bay and Pieter Toerien Montecasino Theatre. Take advantage of this great benefit and enjoy the psych thriller EQUUS for less.

A psychiatrist attempts to treat a boy’s disturbing fascination with horses while dealing with various personal issues that arise during the course of therapy in this gripping play.

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EQUUS stars Sven Ruygrok as 17-year-old Alan Strang, a stable boy who has been arrested for blinding six horses with a metal spike; and Graham Hopkins as Dr Martin Dysart, a psychiatrist tasked with uncovering the motivation behind the brutal act. But the deeper Dr Dysart probes into Strang’s twisted world, the more he starts to question his own sanity and motivations. Various conflicts surrounding personal values, purpose, motivation and societal expectations are explored in this thought-provoking thriller.

Catch EQUUS at the Theatre On the Bay in Cape Town until 20 April and Pieter Toerien Montecasino Theatre in Joburg from 26 April to 26 May. Edgars Club members can get tickets from as little as R126 – that’s a 10% saving.  Find out more here. Ts and Cs apply.

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BEAUTY MASTERCLASS: 6 EASY STEPS FOR LUSCIOUS FULLER LIPS

Follow this simple, step-by-step guide for plumped up lips in a flash.

Want to know how to make your lips look bigger with minimal effort? Sure you do. We show you how to work your magic with make-up to create the illusion of a full, youthful-looking pout.

1. Moisturise with a luxurious balm

Start the process with a hydrating lip balm to plump up your pout and create a smooth base for the lip-enhancing products to follow.

2. Outline your lips with a concealer

This will help define your lips, making them pop out more to create the illusion of fuller lips.

3. Apply Highlighter To Your Cupid’s Bow

You might be familiar with the beauty-enhancing benefits of highlighter for your cheekbones but did you know that it works wonders for your lips too? Adding a little highlighter to your Cupid’s bow – the dip above your upper lip – will instantly make them appear bigger, thanks to its light-reflecting effects.

4. Line And Fill With A Lip Pencil

One of the easiest ways to make your lips look bigger is to line them with a lip pencil. Pick a liner one or two shades darker than your natural lip colour, and apply it just outside the natural line of your lips (be careful not to overdo it, you want to keep the look natural). Once the outline is done, fill your entire lip area with the pencil.

5. Apply A Highlighter to the centre of your lips

To further enhance your lips and add dimension, dust the centre of both lips with a highlighter.

6. Use A Nude Lip Gloss

Finish off with a slick of nude or pale-pink gloss. Lighter shades are preferable to darker ones, which tend to make lips appear smaller. Alternatively, apply the gloss to the centre of your lips only, for an attractive lip-highlighting effect.

Videographer: Roice Nel. Hair & make-up: Renee De Wit/Gloss. Model: Morgan/Boss Models. Production: Leila Petersen.

3 New ways to wear black and white

Black and white is a classic combo in the fashion world, and when done right it’s the perfect balance of effortlessly chic and street-style cool.

There are few looks more chic, stylish and striking than the classic pairing of black and white. The bold contrast is eye-catching and sophisticated, taking minimalism to the maximum. We bring you three fresh ways to rock this universally flattering colour combination.

Play with texture

Textured fabrics will instantly add richness and dimension to your look. You can opt for an outfit with the same texture throughout, or mix fabrics such as boucle with silk or lace and leather. Be experimental to keep things interesting.

Merien Hall boucle suit jacket 599.95; Merien Hall sheer blouse 299.95; Merien Hall boucle pencil skirt 349.95; Accessorize crystal hoop earrings 499; Dune London kitten heel ankle boots 1999; Guess Gilmore satchel 1399  

Clash Prints

It sounds risky to wear contrasting black and white prints together, but when done correctly it creates a truly standout look. Black-and-white stripes are basically the neutral of prints and can be paired with almost any other black-and-white prints – floral, Aztec … you name it. That said, stripes and checks are the prints to combine this season.

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Accessorise with colour

While black and white is the main theme here, there’s certainly no rule against incorporating a pop of colour to your look. Jewellery, belts, bags and shoes in a bold shade will add a fun element to your outfit without compromising the sophistication of the black-and-white combo. Style tip: choose just one colour, such as red.

Merien Hall textured poncho 399.95; Merien Hall skinny leggings 299.95; Dune London quilted lock-feature bag 999; Hallmark box set watch and bracelets 599 SHOP NOW; Free 2BU pointed-toe stilettos 299.95 SHOP NOW

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