The share price of retailer Clicks fell as much as 5,6% last week, to levels not seen since the end of November, after it issued a trading update that analysts described as "disappointing", according to an article published on Business Day. 24 Jan 2012
According to IOL, from colour therapy and medi-pedis to frigid blizzard rooms and swankier eyebrow bars, fresh trends are surfacing around the world in the $60 billion spa industry, according to an annual forecast. 24 Jan 2012
Though food prices are high and seem likely to stabilise at current levels, finding value in the food sector from a stock investment point of view is not easy. 16 Jan 2012
Purity brand has launched its organic cereals, ideal for mothers who choose to follow an organic lifestyle. All ingredients are certified organic by SGC (Society General Surveillance), an international accreditation body. 16 Jan 2012
Somatology is the science of dealing with the body in all its physical aspects. Somatology is a multi-faceted profession in which the somatologist treats a variety of skin and body problems in a holistic manner. 16 Jan 2012
Skincare has been an integral part of our daily routine for many years. In 2012 I believe that it will hold a greater priority than before as more people realise the necessity for healthy skin, not just beautiful skin. We will look for high-end natural-based products that deliver on their promises and that suit our lifestyles. 16 Jan 2012
BANGKOK: After a successful launch of a health food exhibition in March 2011, Food Industry Network taps into the natural beauty products market with the hosting of BioBeauty & BioFit alongside Health Food & Ingredient Thailand from 29 March to 1 April 2012. 13 Dec 2011
A new carbonated soft drink, called Yes! was launched late last week in the Western Cape to support entrepreneurship and social development through marketing a lifestyle of music, fashion and media. 9 Dec 2011
The Equinox Spa, situated at the Cape Royale Luxury Hotel & Spa in Green Point, Cape Town, recently welcomed three trainees from the Heideveld area close to the N2 for an intensive two-week training programme, as part of a social development initiative. The women will be trained in hand and foot massages and may eventually be used as massage therapists at the spa. 5 Dec 2011
Ciro is launching a range of Five Roses Long Leaf Tea Infusions, exclusive to the out-of-home market. This capitalises on two mega trends driving consumer behaviour - 'Being Alive' which targets wellness and healthy living as a dominant philosophy and 'Small Indulgences' which addresses consumers' needs to indulge in affordable luxuries that offer the ultimate in flavour and taste. 2 Dec 2011
Mont Rochelle Hotel and Mountain Vineyards has appointed spa and beauty therapist Suretha Bester as spa operator. Bester, who was born and raised in the Northern suburbs of Cape Town, holds a National Diploma in Somatology (the study of the human body), and is a CIDESCO-accredited therapist. 29 Nov 2011
Waistline, a new health food brand from Stafford Bros & Draeger, has begun by offering a range of basmati rice cakes in unsalted and lightly salted, further focusing on health. 29 Nov 2011
For the festive season, pick up three newly released Mont Rochelle Mountain Vineyards wines - Barrel Fermented Chardonnay 2008, Unwooded Chardonnay 2010 and Cabernet Sauvignon 2006. 28 Nov 2011
Having already enjoyed success in the UK, Germany, Finland and the Czech Republic, Rekorderlig Swedish cider has launched in the Western Cape for summer. 23 Nov 2011
Two University of Cape Town students have been named Miss Cape Town 2011 and a semi-finalist in the Miss South Africa 2011 pageant, respectively. 22 Nov 2011
The winners of the "Choose your Charlie to suit your style" competition have been announced. Teboho Masekela, a 21-year-old part-time law student from Kahtlehong, Gauteng and Samkeliswe Thwala, a 35-year-old married mum from Durban, have each won a Kia Picanto 1.2 EX. 18 Nov 2011
Henriëtte Faroche, the luxurious natural brand, produced by Dancohr, a cosmetic and beauty accessories manufacturer from The Netherlands, is now available to the South African beauty market. 15 Nov 2011
Veenwouden Private Cellar has released a collection of both red and white vintages available now at specialist wine stores nationally. 14 Nov 2011
Furthering its ready-to-drink (RTD) market, Hunter's has added a new line to its eXtreme alcoholic apple-based energy drink, eXtreme Zero, which has no added sugar in its 5% alcohol, guarana, taurine and caffeine blend. This offers an energy drink without excessive sugar, reportedly the first in South Africa. 11 Nov 2011
Dreamnails has launched inTouch nail enamel, which has been developed and is manufactured in South Africa taking into account SA lifestyle and climate conditions. 9 Nov 2011
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