Look confident and be approachable

MBOMBELA- A woman’s appearance speaks volumes about her character, attitude and approach to life in general. This is why it is essential for every woman to leave a lasting impression by the way she looks.

“As a woman, your appearance matters a lot. It is important to look confident, be informative and be approachable,” says Dr Thembi Matsine-Makhathini.

Matsine-Makhathini’s five must-have items in every woman’s bag:

• Lip balm! Be it Vaseline or any other moisturiser to keep your lips moist and soft

• Tissues and perfumes are essential in every woman’s bag

• Hand creams to avoid dry, cracked hands

• Mouth freshener to boost one’s confidence when speaking

• Wet wipes, these are handy and help with hygiene. They can be used for wiping hands, desks, toilet seats and much more.

Her five beauty tips:
• Know yourself and embrace who you are.
• Have a realistic plan and stick to it. Execute and deliver on your plan
• Take good care of yourself and your body
• Eat a healthy balanced meal with lots of vegetables
• Drink plenty of water
• Have a personal mentor