Mooi Hair & Beauty Salon is situated in Tamboerskloof at the foot of Table Mountain.

Marcii Goosen, 32, Designer, Artist & Curator in Cape Town & beyond.

August 4th, 2010 | 0 comments


What surprises you most about your adult life?
How quickly a year goes by.

I feel most beautiful when…
I’m truly happy & mostly when I’m dancing with my best friends.

Something that nobody knows about me is…
I have this very strange relationship with my work, which is that it’s like a conversation between me and it. It just develops and develops, just as I’m ready to take the conversation further with myself, some other individual pops up.

The best decision I’ve ever made…
not one day should ever be the same.

What is your simplest pleasure?
Going to bed.

The super human power I’d most like to have…
to fly of course.

My proudest moment was…
when I discovered my talent.

What makes you laugh?
Bad logos, fast food, disposable culture

Guiltiest pleasure?
Afternoon nap

Before I die, I’d like to…
fall in love.

My favourite possession?
“The ocean”

I most admire…
passion & confidence, & the innate understanding of what it means to have vision.

What did you want to be when you were little?
Astronaut

What’s your motto?
Work smarter not harder. Always listen to your gut.

What would you do with R1000 in spare cash?
Buy all sorts of flowers.

What quality do you like least about yourself?
Over-analysing things

What’s the one thing about your younger self that you’d like to reclaim?
My untamed imagination and having no fear.

What celebrity crushes did you have as a teenager?
River Phoenix, I cried when he died.

Families are sacred because…
they love you regardless.

What is the greatest lesson you’ve learnt in life?
“It will all come out in the wash.”

If you could change careers now without any consequences what would you switch to?
NASA

What makes you proudly South African?
Boeremusiek

What’s the nicest thing anyone’s ever said to you?
When I am happy I sometimes shine…

Which treatment do you enjoy most at the salon?
Elri’s back, neck & shoulder massage

Timing is everything

August 3rd, 2010 | 0 comments

There’s no immediate need to toss a product that seems off - sometimes you can simply stir it or shake it up. In other cases, it’s best to discard it and open a new tube or bottle.

Beading: if moisture beads are clinging to your cream eye shadow or blush, lipstick, or concealing cream, it’s been exposed to heat. If your favourite lipstick, concealer, blush or eye shadow looks and goes on fine, then keep it. But if you bought the make-up years before and it has been exposed to heat, it could contain bacteria and should rather be thrown away.

Separation: a layer of oil or some other liquid is visible on your nail polish, foundation, scrub, lotion or sunscreen because you’ve had it for such a long time. Scrubs and nail polishes with beads can be shaken or mixed back together. Throw our foundations, lotions and sunscreens that have separated; they have lost their efficacy and could cause irritation.

Change in colour: a liquid, serum, perfume, cream or gel has taken on a new shade and the cause varies considerable. A cream may turn yellow because the fragrance in it is sensitive to light or an added colour fades, which doesn’t necessarily mean the products has gone bad. But when it comes to products with active ingredients (anti-aging or anti-acne), discoloration means that those ingredients won’t work anymore. Vitamin C will turn brown and retinols will turn darker yellow.

As much as you love all your favourite products, it’s best not to stockpile them as they all have a limited shelf life. Here’s when to say when.

ANTI-AGING OR ACNE TREATMENTS: 3 months to a year.
BODY LOTION: 2 to 3 years, particularly if in a pump container.
SHAMPOO, CONDITIONER AND SHOWER GEL: about 3 years.
SUNSCREEN: check the package for the expiry date.
MASCARA AND LIQUID EYELINER: 3 to 4 months.
LIPSTICK AND LIP GLOSS: 2 to 3 years.
FOUNDATION: about 2 years.
PERFUME: about 2 years.
NAIL POLISH: about a year.

Quick guide to Bafana Bafana

June 10th, 2010 | 0 comments

Aaron Mokoena (no.4) is our captain and plays defender. He was called up at the age of seventeen to join the National Team Squad. He currently plays for Portsmouth. He is the country’s most capped player with 101 caps to his name.

We all know of Matthew Booth (no.14) and wife, Sonia (a former Miss SA first princess), due to LG’s campaign featuring them. Matthew was born in Fish Hoek and has a home in the Peninsula. He’s a defender currently playing for Mamelodi Sundowns. He made his debut for South Africa in 1999. Due to his height, he is considered one of the most important players when meeting opponents with tall players. He’s the oldest player in the squad at 33.

Siyabonga “Bhele” Nomvethe (no.18) is our highest goal scorer with 16 goals and the one to watch together with Katlego Mphela (no.9) who has scored 15.

Our first game is at 16:00 on 11 June. The next match is in Pretoria against Uruguay at 20:30 on 16 June and thereafter we’re playing France in Bloem at 16:00 on 22 June.

Hydrating during Winter

June 10th, 2010 | 0 comments

Dehydrated skin looks older and ages faster. We suggest you do the following to get your skin’s hydration levels up:

  1. Drink water. It’s easy and really good for your whole body.

  2. If you’re a smoker, consider kicking this habit.

  3. There are many products that will hydrate your skin to help retain a youthful appearance.
    3.1 Dermalogica has 5 products that might be right for you:
    ~ Soothing protection spray (R 460, 250ml): if you’re going to be traveling by airplane this spray will create a protective shield against environmental assaults while providing critical hydration needed while stuck in the cabin.
    ~ Skin hydrating masque (R 480, 75ml): this oil-free gel masque restores suppleness and moisture to stressed skin while minimizing the appearance of fine lines.
    ~ Skin hydrating booster (R 710, 30ml): if you’re heating up your bedroom then you need this super-saturated hydrating fluid for the driest of skin conditions that intensely moisturizes thirsty skin as it smooths and minimizes fine lines.
    ~ Climate Control (R104, 4,5g): runners you have to get this wonder product! Climate control is a therapeutic balm formulated with exclusive Anti – Ozonate Complex to provide a barrier against climatic assaults. Glide it over your face and neck before you go for you run to ensure your healthy habit doesn’t age you unnecessarily. It will also heal acutely damaged skin and works wonders on skin that is raw and peeling due to friction.
    ~ Antioxidant hydramist (R485, 150ml): over 40? This refreshing antioxidant shield has flash firming properties to improve your skin’s texture as it reduces fine lines associated with dryness, while fighting damaging free radicals and intensely hydrates your dehydrated skin.
    3.2 RégimA is keeping it simple with their Hydration concentrate (R265, 60ml). This dehydration buster with a special Micro-Molecular formulation is able to penetrate and moisturize deeply without leaving the skin feeling oily.

  4. Continue to wear sunscreen to keep this good habit in place.

Road closures during WC 2010

May 26th, 2010 | 0 comments

Cape Town’s traffic will be affected on match days during the 2010 FIFA World Cup™ due to a number of necessary road closures.

The eight World Cup games to be held at the Cape Town Stadium on 11, 14, 18, 21, 24, 29 June and 3 and 6 July necessitate the closure of a number of roads to accommodate fans. The City asks the public to be aware of these and to plan their routes and travel times accordingly.

Routes affected within the Central Business District (CBD)
Four hours before kick-off there will be no general access to Hertzog Boulevard between Civic Avenue and Heerengracht, along Hans Strijdom Avenue, and along Adderley Street between Strand Street and Hertzog Boulevard. Premises in this area will be provided with the necessary access via alternative routes and opening the left lane of affected roads as required. The intersections of Hans Strijdom, at Long and Loop Streets will remain open to crossing traffic at all times, but may close for short periods before and after matches to give priority to the Match Day shuttle.

CBD connections to Green Point, Sea Point, Fresnaye and Atlantic Seaboard
Western Boulevard will be closed in both directions, from Buitengragt in the central business district (CBD), to the Beach Road intersection at Three Anchor Bay. However, motorists will be able to exit the V&A Waterfront using Portswood Road, turning left into Western Boulevard, and then making a left turn only into Buitengracht.

Somerset Road will be closed from Buitengragt to Ebenezer Road in both directions between Ebenezer Road and York Road from four hours before the match to four hours after the final whistle. From Ebenezer Road to York Road, the CBD-bound carriageway will be closed. However, two-way traffic will be accommodated on the Sea Point-bound carriageway. This route is intended for local access only, and should be avoided by non-residents.

Road closures will mostly affect traffic leaving the CBD during the evening peak period. People travelling to the Bantry Bay, Clifton and Camps Bay areas along the Atlantic Seaboard are advised to use Kloof Nek Road when leaving the city centre. During match day closures, public transport will be redirected onto High Level Road. It is therefore recommended that, due to the expected congestion on High Level Road, Kloof Nek Road be used by general traffic.

On match days, it is expected that traffic volumes on High Level and Kloof Nek Roads as well as at the Buitengragt intersections will be very heavy. Thus, wherever possible, it is recommended that commuters adjust their routes and travel times to avoid these routes during road closures.

Switch to public transport
Public transport services have been extended as part of the City’s transport plan for the event. All fans and commuters travelling to the CBD are strongly encouraged to use the extended services, non-motorised transport and car pooling. The World Cup period is an ideal opportunity to try out extended public transport services. Trains and certain train stations will have additional security measures in place for the duration of the 2010 FIFA World Cup™.

Frizz-free days are here

April 19th, 2010 | 0 comments

La-Brasiliana Keratin Treatment with Collagen is a revolutionary process that transforms the hair. The treatment is keratin based. Keratin is the primary protein of the hair, skin and nails. This natural substance gives hair the ability to return to its original healthy, skiny, smooth state while the collagen improves the elasticity of the hair.

The treatment can be used on all hair types – coloured, highlighted and bleached. The application process takes anywhere from an hour to 4 hours depending on the length and thickness of the hair. Results are visible immediately after the treatment is completed.

Managing your after a treatment is effortless as the amount of time required to style your hair is dramatically decreased. Humidity, rain or perspiration will no longer affect your hairstyle giving you frizz-free days.

The results last between two and four months as the treatment dissipates gradually as hair is shampooed. You’ll observe a continuous improvement of your hair as you repeat the process.

We’ll gladly quote you re cost on your next visit to the hair salon.

Natural curly hair
After the treatment

Going gray

March 26th, 2010 | 1 comment

The first silvery strands usually pop up around age 30 for men and age 35 for women, but graying can begin as early as high school for some and as late as the 50s for others.

When our bodies are functioning well, cells in our hair follicles called melanocytes generate pigments – the chief one being melanin. When the melanocytes stop producing these pigments, we sprout a transparent hair, which appears as an unsightly gray due to the color of the dead cells that comprise the strand.
Why does this happen? The most common reason is heredity; premature gray hair is yet another thing we can blame on our parents. But there are also several medical conditions characterized by graying of the hair. A B-12 deficiency, a thyroid imbalance, and anemia can all cause premature gray hair. And if you needed yet another reason to quit smoking, there is new evidence that smokers are four times more likely to go gray at a young age.

Being nosy

March 26th, 2010 | 0 comments

Blackheads always seem more prevalent on the nose than on any other part of the face. If you look closely you’ll notice that the pores on your nose are bigger than those on the rest of your face. This obviously makes them more visible, but also more susceptible to clogging. As soon as a pore oxygenates it becomes black. To prevent pores from clogging, give special attention to your nose when cleansing and exfoliating. It’ll make a remarkable difference.

Cleaning your skin

February 24th, 2010 | 0 comments

Dermalogica created the Double Cleanse, the two-part cleansing routine that begins with PreCleanse and finishes with the prescribed Dermalogica cleanser. PreCleanse removes oil-based debris without leaving behind any greasy residue and can be used as a make-up remover that will even remove waterproof mascara and long-wearing lipstick in a flash. Now that your skin is clean of make-up and the day’s gunk, it’s time to cleanse your skin with the prescribed Dermalogica Cleanser.

RegimA suggests you wash your face for at least one minute to purify it completely. One should to do so again after any strenuous sporting activities to remove excess salt and oil to help prevent pore blockage.

Care should always be taken around the delicate eye area when cleansing.

Hair loss

February 24th, 2010 | 1 comment

Seasonal hair loss is real. Hair loss is a natural and a needed phenomenon of our body. Hair has to fall out, so that there is place for new healthy hair to grow. It is completely normal for 50-100 hairs to detach from the scalp daily.

Reasons for seasonal hair loss:

  • Being mammals we naturally shed hair, especially in winter, when a lack of sunlight can lead to hair falling out in clumps.
  • Men buck this trend a little though, losing more hair in summer than winter owing to the fact that their scalps sweat more.
  • Harsh weather conditions in general cause hair loss. Extreme summers and winters can both result in excessively dry hair. Split ends, dandruff, constant tying up of hair are a few reasons your hair condition could change with the seasons, causing hair loss.
  • Lastly, there is nothing whatsoever to be gained from stressing about hair loss. Stress is the worst cause of all and hair loss from stress only becomes apparent two or three months after the fact.

Best way to shampoo

November 12th, 2009 | 0 comments

The message is: don’t use too much shampoo when you’re using a professional product! As a general rule use less than you think. Ads with lots of foam covered heads mean we try to achieve this when we shampoo our hair. Don’t! The first shampoo should not foam at all as the “soap” is being used getting rid of grease and grime. With the second shampoo, you should see a little lather as this means that all the grease and grime is now gone and the amount of shampoo was just right.

So, when applying shampoo to your hair always:

Put a blob onto one of your hands first and then spread it between them. Dab your shampoo covered hands over your head, applying small amounts all over the place and, as less is left on your hands, work more firmly to remove the remainder. Repeat.

Do a really long, thorough rinse before you condition.

A shampoo should always be followed by a conditioner as a shampoo is negatively charged and a conditioner is positively charged, therefore one will balance or neutralize the other helping to restore the natural barrier (acid mantel) and protect the hair.

Before applying conditioner, toweldry the hair thoroughly. Apply a blob of conditioner to one of your hands, and then rub them together to ensure even distribution of the product. Then work your hands along the length of the hair to the ends, avoiding applying too much to the scalp. The reason for this is because if too much is applied your hair will become floppy.

SPF explained

November 12th, 2009 | 1 comment

The sun-protection-factor rating system, which was introduced in 1978, is mainly a measure of the time it takes your skin to burn – and that depends on how fair or dark your skin is. If, say, your unprotected skin turns pink after 10 minutes of sun exposure, then it would take 15 times as long, or 150 minutes, when you’re wearing an SPF15. The SPF number also indicates what percentage of UV rays the product blocks. An SPF2 blocks 50 percent of rays, and SPF15 blocks 93 percent and and SPF30 97 percent. Any SPF above 30 give you only marginally more protection, which is why doctors often say that SPF30 is as high as anyone needs to go.

How to protect yourself

Since applying the right sunscreen is your first priority, use the following checklist to see if a product measures up
Broad-spectrum protection: Products with these words on their labels will filter out most UVA and UVB rays.
Physical blocks: Sunscreens that contain titanium dioxide and zinc oxide reflect the widest range of UVA and UVB rays. Physical blocks work like a mirror, reflecting UV rays back into the environment. And these days you don’t need to sport a white nose to wear a physical block – the zinc and titanium particles are now micronised, which means they’re so fine they’re invisible, but still strong enough to form a curtain-like barrier. Apply physical blocks after moisturizing.
Chemical blocks: Synthetic sunscreens contain benzophones, cinnamates, Parsol 1789 and salicylates that absorb UV light instead of reflecting it. Dermatologists agree that suncreens should ideally contain physical and chemical blocks. If your skin is sensitive, however, look for sunscreens with only physical blocks to avoid skin reactions. Apply chemical blocks before moisturizing.
Water- and sweat-resistant: These products will maintain their SPF for up to 40 minutes in water, and will stand up to humidity and perspiration.

Apply it right

You are the biggest block to a sunscreen’s effectiveness. Here are tips to avoid damage.
Coat your entire face and body before going outside. You don’t want to get to the beach, spend half an hour setting up your towel and umbrella, and then sit down to put on sunscreen. Chemical sunscreens take 20 to 30 minutes to seep into the skin to protect you properly. And remember to apply sunscreen to your feet if you intend to tan your bum.
Use it liberally. Studies have shown that using only half the necessary amount of sunscreen can turn what you think is a coating of SPF30 into no more than and SPF2. The proper amounts for complete coverage: a full shot glass on you body, one teaspoon for your face, and another teaspoon on your neck.
Reapply it often. Depending on what you’re doing, apply between every two to four hours.

Maintaining your tresses

October 23rd, 2009 | 0 comments

Regular trims are essential if you want to keep your hair in top condition. Include a salon treatment to leave your tresses manageable, healthy and sumptuous, or get into a regime of weekly home treatments to restore and repair damage.

When in the sun, protect hair with a hat, and try to keep heated styling to a minimum by leaving the hair to dry naturally whenever possible.

Summer 2009 trends

October 23rd, 2009 | 0 comments

Natural tones and shades are hot this summer, so it’s important to stick to colours that suit your skin tone to lift your features.

We’re also seeing a real mix of curls and bobs — more grown out and less precisely cut than before. Short cuts, undercuts and choppy layers are also popular, as are geometric, head-hugging shapes, with feminine volume up top.

The bob remains a fashion staple: soft and feminine with curved shapes, sweeping fringes, and tapered sides flowing onto the face.

Fringes of all types, from sweeping to asymmetrical or blunt, mean that there’s something for everyone.

Messy updos are great for keeping the hair out of your face and can be achieved by simply sweeping the strands back and securing with bands.

Pureology

October 23rd, 2009 | 0 comments

Pureology’s exclusive AntiFadeComplex® contains a blend of potent antioxidants and full spectrum UVA/UVB sunscreens to protect colour from free radicals. Sulfates can fade colour vibrancy, so to gently cleanse without stripping colour, their ZeroSulfate® shampoos include a mild cleansing system, with no added salt, derived from coconut, corn, and sugar, to deliver a rich lather and help optimize colour retention. These products boast highly concentrated formulas bursting with superior ingredients that deliver up to 80 shampoos—two times more than most other product ranges. The promotional incentive Pureology has attached to the purchase of their products is also pleasing—you get a genuinely pretty toiletry bag for free with every two products purchased (while stocks last).

New hair extensions

October 23rd, 2009 | 0 comments

Cinderella extensions are 100% human hair and can thus be coloured (though they do come in an array of colours to begin with). You can straighten, blow dry or even use your ghd on these little miracles, to give your new look a curl of wave. If you look after them, this will be a once in a lifetime investment. The extensions retail at R2500, with 8 pieces of varying length in a pack, all very easy to clip in and comfortable to wear, but be sure to book an appointment if you’re interested in trying them out, so that Andret or Mel can teach you how best to maximize their potential.

I see wrinkles

October 23rd, 2009 | 0 comments

Gently turn back the clock with our non-invasive Dermalogica Age Smart facial (R 500). Incorporated in the 75 minutes of bliss is a high frequency treatment which helps to reduce the size of and sebum output of your pores. The circulation of blood to your face will be stimulated, which will in turn nourish the skin’s surface and renew underlying cells, diminishing the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.

Indulge me please

October 23rd, 2009 | 0 comments

The classic, no holds barred facial, complete with extractions (if needed) and a massage you won’t forget, using highly effective products. Ask for either a RegimA Purifying Skin Care facial (R 260) or a Dermalogica Face facial (R 290). Indulgence and relaxation are major by products of this offering, but the true benefit will always be glowing skin.

My skin feels dull

October 23rd, 2009 | 0 comments

If you feel that your skin is looking duller than you would like, drop in for our RegimA ‘Peel & Heal’ facial, a wildly popular, 100% natural treatment using flower and plant chemicals that are potent in their rejuvenating effect but which, unlike other skin peels, do not jeopardize the epidermis through repeated contact. The ‘Peel & Heal’ is a windfall for all skin types: white, black and Asian, and it doesn’t matter whether you’re eleven, pregnant or worried about the rigours of age, the ‘Peel & Heal’ will help solve your skin woes by gently working through the outer layer of skin to uncover the living skin below. The great benefit for working women and men is the fact that visible peeling after the treatment is usually negligible. This treatment lasts for 60 minutes and starts from R 310.

Analyze my skin

October 23rd, 2009 | 0 comments

If you don’t have time for regular facials but would like a professional skin therapist to advise you on which products you should be using to treat your concerns, pop in for either a 20 minute Dermalogica Express Skin Care facial (R 170), or a 40 minute RegimA Deep Cleanse facial (R 220), after which Elri or Delfina, our skin therapists, will offer you professional advice about the products you should be using.