Notes from the beauty desk

And while most of us “real journos” have a tough time acknowledging bloggers, vloggers and other web-related content as a real source, I don’t. I embrace the new age. And accept that while I have busy days of fulfilling various sections within the paper, a blogger may be solely dedicated to their written word focusing on a specific passion. They’re pretty lucky if you think about it.

Here are five choice destinations to get a feel for what’s out there in the beauty world:

1. Wakeupand make up:
With 6.4 millions followers on Instagram this passionate feed is for lovers of beauty techniques and make-up. Filled with people of ages, and colour, these 15 second videos showcasing people from around globe showcasing their talents will fascinate you. Whether you looking for a glamourous look that will turn heads all evening, or something simple for work and weekend chilling the ideas are endless and will suit just about anyone’s taste.

Where to find it: instagram.com/wakeupandmakeup/

Picture: iStockphoto.

2. My fro and I.
Pretty much the most adorable blog out there, Tanzanian -born Aisha who now resides in South Africa has a following of over 6 80 people on her Facebook page alone, while her blog has hundreds of pictures of her beautiful afro which she has been growing and maintaining since 2011. The journey in pictures will leave you in awe while her hairstyle catalouge of updos which she does all by herself will have you clicking after click.

Where to find it: www.myfroandi.com/

3. Happy Treasures
There is something so addictive about Happy Treasures. It is simple, chic yet informative. The author, Arshia, has thousands of followers with her make-up tutorials on Youtube racking up over 20 000 followers. The make-up artist does not go necessarily conventional with her skin tone, colour choices and styles. Always pushing the boundaries Happy Treasure is truly a treasure.

Where to find it: /happytreasuress.com/

4. Pink Peonies
If it’s honest product reviews you are looking for with a touch of pizzaz and class this South African blog has it all. Pink Peonies is nicely linked to its Intsagram account and blogger Luzanne clearly marks the products she has been paid to review separately from products that she actually buys and reviews. The blog is simple and clean but pretty enough to keep you coming back for more. And while Luzanne is pretty au naturale her youtube transformations are simply sublime to watch.

Where to find it: pinkpeonies.co.za/

5. Nails by Chi Chi
If you’re into your manis and pedis this blog is a one-stop destination for all your nails needs. From products to pictures of her own nails to celebrity manis, and tutorials Chi Chi is an expert. The nail artist speaks at events and has been featured in numerous magazines regarding her work while also being invited by Revlon and other beauty companies to talk about things relating to nails. Highlights include her behind the scenes pictures for video shoots with Lilly Allen.

Where to find it: nailsbychichi.co.za

Picture: Supplied

Places of the week:
With spring fast approaching there are a number of beauty-related venues popping up. There are two spots in Sandton which are not to be missed.

What is it: Celltone popup spa in Sandton City Woolworths court where you can get a relaxing facial for free! Also in Sandton City and not to be missed the Stuttafords Mens Fragrance Bar- the first of its kind in for Stuttafords, the store has dedicated an entire section to an array of men’s fragrances. Tom Ford, Burberry and Yves Saint Laurent are just some of the fragrances the bar stocks.