We caught up with five local moms to chat about work, life and their favourite things…
LOURETTE DU TOIT – Dermology
Lourette, CEO and owner of the growing Dermology group, is a highly experienced aesthetician specialising in laser and light therapies. A proud Isa Carstens alumna, she’s a multi-award-winning clinic manager, national and international speaker and trainer, business leader, and devoted wife and mum of two.
Coffee order
Americano
Always in my fridge
Biltong and droëwors
Guilty pleasure
Nougat
Before kids I…
Life before kids was like watching a nature documentary – interesting, but from a distance. Now I’m right in the middle of the action with my little tornadoes. I would not trade our wild adventures with our cubs for anything else.
Details: lourette@dermology.co.za; Dermology Ballito, Izulu Office Park; 064 803 2300; IG:@lourettelaserandskin; @dermology.ballito; @dermology_africa
NIKITA SCHMELTZER – The Artisan Hair Studio & Lady Marmalade Collective
Creative at heart, Nikita is the owner of The Artisan Hair Studio, as well as the founder of jewellery brand, Lady Marmalade Collective. Passionate about haircare, connection and faith, she draws inspiration from people and nature. A devoted mom to her daughter, wife, and believer, her life is fuelled by purpose and creativity.
Coffee order
Tall almond cap
Always in my fridge
Chilli sauce
Guilty pleasure
Antique jewellery
Before kids I…
wanted to be a high-end fashion designer.
Details: The Artisan Hair Studio: Salt Rock Centre, Basil Hullet Drive; 069 326 6233;
IG: @the_artisan_hairstudio;
Lady Marmalade Collective: www.ladymarmaladecollective.co.za;
IG: @lady_marmalade_by_nikita
SHOLAIN PERUMAL – The Gold Bar
Sholain, CEO of The Gold Bar and mom to a 5-month-old, admits life can be overwhelming – but with passion and purpose, it’s fulfilling. With six stores nationwide, The Gold Bar is a trusted gold recycling company helping customers safely trade unwanted gold for cash.
Coffee order
I prefer tea
Always in my fridge
Ice cream
Guilty pleasure
Bar One milkshake
Before kids I… had pamper days and ‘me time’.
Details: The Gold Bar, Ballito Junction; 072 621 1418; FB: The Gold Bar;
IG: @thegoldbar_sa
TASH BARNARD – TashB Pilates
Tash, a passionate Pilates instructor and BASI faculty member, discovered Pilates in 2000 after pursuing her dream to dance. Her TashB studio celebrates 18 years of serving the Ballito community.
She lives with her husband Andre and two kids, Asia and Carter. Her deepest desire is to see people live with great posture, inside and out.
Coffee order
Sunrise from home with my favourite Noa & Co collagen
Always in my fridge
Boursin cheese and hummus
Guilty pleasure
Peanut butter M&M’s
Before kids I… lived in Hong Kong, working hard and playing hard.
Details: Linc Campus, Foxhill, Salt Rock; www.tashbpilates.co.za IG: @tashb_pilates;
FB: TashB Pilates
LULAMA DINGANI MNGOMA – Lama Drama Academy and Pushblack Productions
Lulama is a mother of one, actress, writer, producer and performance coach. She founded Lama Drama Academy in Salt Rock, Ballito (a youth performance training programme) and Pushblack Productions (a women-led film/TV company). Her work focuses on mentorship, storytelling, and empowering the next generation of performers and creatives.
Coffee order
Iced Coffee, even in winter!
Always in my fridge
Charcuterie ingredients.
Guilty pleasure
Every single housewife reality show, I’ve seen them all!
Before kids I…
I underestimated myself. My little bestie makes me a better person, in every way.
Details: 0724972869; lamadramaacademy@gmail.com; IG: @lama_drama_academy;
@pushblack_productions_
