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What’s the Outlook for Nails in 2026? We Ask the Expert at NM Beauty Bar
Light pinks, creamy milky whites, deep burgundies and classic reds: These are the warm tones that are set to dominate South African nail salons this year, while almond shapes remain the undisputed favourite, and cat-eye designs prepare to move into the spotlight.
NM Beauty Bar at The Square, Sunninghill, Spotlights Trend Directions in African Hair
As clients increasingly seek protective, low-maintenance, and scalp-friendly hairstyles, Suzan Etanda, hair stylist extraordinaire at NM Beauty Bar located in The Square, Sunninghill, shares her insights on the evolving world of African hair care and trends.
Nontando Celebrates Success & Passion Behind Sunninghill Square’s NM Beauty Bar
Johannesburg, South Africa – February 17, 2026 – Nontando MaDlamini, the owner of NM Beauty Bar at the Sunninghill Square shopping hub, recently shared her inspirational journey, highlighting her deep-rooted passion for beauty, entrepreneurial spirit, and commitment to exceptional customer care.
Valentine’s Day Gift Ideas
Valentine’s Day gift guides often push people toward grand gestures and expensive surprises, yet most memorable gifts tend to come from paying attention. The thread running through the best ideas is not price but intention.
The beginnings of Valentines Day
Long before it was framed as a day for roses and romance, Valentine’s Day existed as a day of observation shaped by religion, folklore and social custom. Its modern image as a celebration of love sits on top of a layered past that includes ancient rituals, Christian remembrance, medieval poetry and later commercial influence.
When Love Looks More Like Rest Than Roses
When Valentine’s Day appears on the calendar, it arrives wrapped in red roses, restaurant specials and glossy promises of romance.
Ten essential tools every home should have
Every home runs more smoothly when the basics are in place. A loose hinge, a picture waiting to be hung or a cupboard handle that keeps coming off does not need to turn into a call-out or a postponed job.
Why reverse osmosis filtered water is good for you
Hydration is one of those small daily choices that quietly shapes everything else. When you drink enough water, concentration improves, digestion settles, energy levels hold and even sleep feels easier.
Hot Plate brings traditional South African flavour to the table
Hot Plate is a celebration of traditional South African food, prepared with care, patience and a clear understanding of where these dishes come from. It is the kind of place that feels familiar from the moment you walk in, even if it is your first visit.
Natural ways to make your home smell good
Scent sets mood, expectation and comfort in the home. When it is done badly, it feels forced and artificial. When it is done well, it fades into the background and simply feels right.
The strange origins of everyday household items
We live surrounded by objects that have utility but, they are so ordinary to us that we don’t even notice them. What rarely crosses the mind is how strange, controversial or accidental some of these items once were.
Ten tips for a healthy new year
New Year’s resolutions come and go easily, By mid-January they are all but forgotten. The problem is rarely intention. It is ambition without sustainability.
Why pets can make us happier
Most people who live with pets do not need a study to tell them what they already know. Animals change the atmosphere of a home. They soften bad days.
Why walking 10 000 steps a day is still a good target
The 10 000-step goal has been mocked, debunked and dismissed more times than a January diet. It has been called arbitrary, outdated and born from a 1960s pedometer marketing campaign rather than hard science.
Fashion outlook for 2026
Fashion in 2026 does not tiptoe in. It arrives loud in its intent and clear in its purpose. After years of trend overload, aesthetic fatigue and look-at-me dressing driven by social media cycles, the industry is pulling itself back into focus.
7 road safety tips for the festive season holiday drive
The festive season turns South Africa’s roads into a busy network of families, luggage and best intentions. It is the time of year when everyone is trying to get somewhere, and the smallest lapse can undo an entire holiday.
How to Save Money This Festive Season with a Little Help from Technology
The festive season is a master cash gobbler. Before you’ve even put up the tree, your wallet is already lighter from travel plans, groceries, gifts, and that extra pack of mince pies you didn’t really need but bought anyway.
Christmas Decorating Trends for 2025
Christmas decorating this year is about simplicity, creativity and bringing meaning back into the season. Instead of competing for the biggest tree or the most glitter, people are focusing on warmth, texture and the kind of charm that feels personal rather than polished.
How Your Pharmacist Can Help You Take Care of Your Health
The next time you pop into Sunninghill Square Pharmacy, consider this: Pharmacists are key members of the overall healthcare team, their role in keeping us well is bigger than many of us realise.
Self care and summer hair: Colour Rush has you covered
Getting ready for summer is not just about trimming down or fitting into swimwear. It is also about how you feel when you step out the door.