Perfectly groomed nails really are an essential. And you don’t need to spend a fortune to keep your hands and nails in tip top condition.
The Body Shop Almond Nail & Cuticle Manicure Oil, R185. Details: thebodyshop.co.za • Sorbet Mani-Care Strength Treatment with keratin, amino acids and biotin strengthens, hardens and reinforces brittle and weak nails. R98.99 from clicks.co.za
Catrice Magic Repair Nail Oil with vitamin E, almond, macadamia, argan, jojoba and avocado oil. R89 from superbalist.com. • Nails not done. Last minute date. Kiss imPRESS Color Press-on Manicure to the rescue. R149.95 from Dis-Chem.
Essence 24/7 hand cream & mask, delicately scented with ginseng, provides instant relief for dry and rough hands and can double up as a mask if left overnight. R72.95 • Essence Gel Nail Colour Trend Edition is 50 shades of fun … from Bubble Trouble and From Dusk Till Yawn to Go Bananas! R39.95 each. All from Dis-Chem
Oh K! Beauty Intense Moisture Hand Mask with hyaluronic acid and violet extract, R99.99 from www.mrp.com • Bramley Argan Oil & Macadamia Hand Cream, fragranced with delicious sweet floral flavours reminiscent of succulent honey, R17.99 from PEP stores.
Sh’zen Cuticle Cream for hands heals and repairs damaged, split cuticles, R199. • Sh’zen Matrix Oil for nails. Give your nail beds a boost of Vitamins A, D and E to help stimulate nail growth and strengthen them, R239. Both from shzen.co.za
Find just the right winter shade from the MAVALA Iconic Color Collection inspired by the wonders of nature. Sultry deep red Manaus, a woodsy tan Muscat and a delicate sandy beige Salamanca. From R105 at Dis-Chem or Clicks. Details: mavala.co.za
Eau Thermale Avène Cicalfate Mains Hand Cream repairs and soothes dry, irritated skin. It’s fragrance-free and perfect for sensitive skin. R155 from Dis-Chem. • Catrice Iconails Gel Lacquer range is high-gloss and lasts up to seven days – without a top coat. It’s vegan-friendly, enriched with acai oil and has a gel-shine finish… plus plenty of new shades to try. R75.95 from Dis-Chem, Clicks and takealot.com.
Beauty tip: Acai oil is renowned for its nourishing, moisturising and regenerating effect, and supports the high-shine finish.
