Winter on the North Coast is the perfect pause to reset and restore. We explore the area’s go-to beauty and wellness destinations, local skincare products, and nourishing treatments designed to keep skin radiant through the cooler months.
Dr Cebi Sibisi
Winter is the ideal season to invest in your skin. Dr Cebi Sibisi, a dermatologist based in Umhlanga offers the following tips: use a rich moisturiser with ceramides and hyaluronic acid; never skip SPF; incorporate barrier-repair ingredients; avoid over-exfoliation and long baths.
Cooler months are also perfect for treating pigmentation with treatments like the Cosmelan mask due to reduced UV exposure. Incorporating in-office treatments like the hydrafacials, skinboosters, and collagen biostimulators to deeply hydrate, restore collagen, ensures you reveal healthy, radiant skin by summer.
Suite 2, Medigate Medical Centre 2; Umhlanga; 031 566 4748.
Tash B Pilates
For 19 years, TashB Pilates has been showing up for our community – helping people move better, feel stronger and live well. Voted Best of Ballito two years in a row, the fully equipped studio offers group classes, private sessions and expert guidance from highly trained BASI Pilates instructors. As a proud BASI Pilates host studio for teacher training, the team is committed to world-class movement education and service. Whether you’re a complete beginner or experienced practitioner, everyone is welcome and all levels are supported.
Details: www.tashbpilates.co.za; 079 219 7288; IG: @tashbpilatesstudio;
FB: tashbpilatesstudio
The Juice Pro
At The Juice Pro, the team believes wellness should be delicious, convenient and natural. Their fresh juices and wellness shots are made from 100% fresh fruits and vegetables, with no preservatives or water. From detox packages and corporate wellness days to supporting clients through their health journeys, they’re passionate about helping people feel their best, one bottle at a time.
Details: 767 Umgeni Road, Durban; 071 760 4796; IG: @_thejuicepro
Laura & Co. Artistry
Based on the beautiful North Coast, Ballito, Laura Smith brings nearly two decades of industry experience to every client she works with. Specialising in luxury bridal beauty, Laura also offers professional makeup and hair styling for weddings, special occasions and matric dances. Passionate about empowering others through beauty, Laura provides personalised one-on-one makeup lessons, masterclasses and workshops designed to inspire confidence and elevate skills. Creating timeless, elegant looks tailored to you.
Details: www.lauraandco.co.za; 082 330 6382; hello@lauraandco.co.za;
IG: @lauraandcoartistry
Evolve Hair & Salon
8 steps to beautiful winter hair
1. Choose colour that complements natural regrowth.
2. Massage hair growth oil into your scalp before washing.
3. Wash less often. Shampoo twice when you do.
4. Focus shampoo to the roots and use bubbles to clean the ends.
5. Towel dry your hair. Apply a mask from ends to roots and brush though. Rinse with cool water.
6. Apply heat protection before styling.
7. Sleep on a satin pillowcase.
8. Beautiful hair comes from consistent self-care – and the right stylist.
FREE Treatment & blow-dry for first time clients.
Details: 065 674 7240; IG: @evolvehairandsalon
