Welcome to my blog

My name is Charlene and welcome to Pretty Please Charlie. Here I share news and reviews of beauty products, toys, events, fashion and whatever else I feel may add value to your life. I realise that a new lipstick or a Nirvana tee (which I am still searching for by the way) may not be life-changing, but if it can put a smile on your face, I’ve done my job. I try my best to keep this a positive space as life is hard enough, so expect to only see positive reviews. Oh, and I try to add a healthy dose of giveaways, because who doesn’t like to win?! I hope you enjoy your time here!

Perfect prints from PrintWild

I know, I know… the title sounds a bit corny.

But my PrintWild prints really are perfect. PERFECT.

Letibalm ‘nose’ best – SA’s only nose and lip repair balm

Cold and flu season is upon us and the sniffles has hit us hard.

Thank goodness we’re stocked up on the balm that cares for nose, lips and the skin in between. Letibalm Nose and Lip Repair most definitely ‘nose’ best!

Natura Siberica For Men Only

The kind folks at The Organic Shop asked if my husband would like to try a couple of skincare products, and my answer was yes. I’ve been struggling to get him to take better care of his skin.

I think Natura Siberica For Men Only is the range that will finally get him to do that.

Falling in love with Forelsket Jewellery

I adore silver jewellery and I have recently discovered the absolute magic of Forelsket.

Have a look… you will fall in love too.

The River Siding Rondawel – a magical weekend getaway

My husband recently surprised me with a weekend away. My, oh, my, he got it so right! Our friends have a picture in their home of them at The River Siding Rondawel taken years ago and I’ve been dreaming of a River Siding weekend for the longest time.

Dreams do come true…

The River Siding Rondawel

Resources to help parents survive Grade 4 and beyond

I was warned that Grade 4 is a huge jump from Grade 3, but I was hoping that it wouldn’t be as bad as I was told. Oh man, it was even worse. I planned to share a few Grade 4 resources last year, but then life happened. So much life. But now I can honestly say that these resources really helped.

And we are continuing with most for Grade 5. I am now a homeschooling mom (words I never thought I would say!) and I need ALL the help I can get. I hope a few of these resources will help you too…

So… I got diagnosed with Psoriatic Arthritis

How has everybody been? I haven’t been on this lil’ blog in months. Why? Well, there’s the global pandemic, Grade 4, and a hell of a lot of diagnoses including ASD, EDA, ADHD and PsA that have affected our family over the past couple of years.

Today I want to share with you one of mine, namely PsA or Psoriatic Arthritis.

Olgani takes natural oral care to a new high

Olgani’s vision to offer the world a natural source of holistic oral health care began in 2004 in Cape Town and Olgani is yet again taking natural oral health care to a new high.

Olgani recently introduced Probiom Toothpaste and Tooth Powder…

Skinfrésh – It’s all about the health of your skin

Do you love organic, cruelty free, natural, and free-from-nasties skincare products? So do I.

And I’ve discovered a range that will knock your socks off. I introduce Skinfrésh.

Skinfrésh Renewed Youth Kit

Youthology Pure Bioactive Collagen

Do you want to reduce wrinkles, increase skin elasticity, improve the condition of your nails and hair, improve gut health and reduce pain and inflammation? I say yes, yes, yes!

Youthology Pure Bioactive Collagen is clinically proven to do just that. And so much more. Plus I have a DISCOUNT CODE for you!

What to pack for a cruise

Planning on going on a cruise and not sure what to pack?

We went on a cruise in January and I want to share with you my top tips on what to pack for a cruise.

What to pack for a cruise

The BEST chocolate cake EVER! And it’s vegan

If you don’t eat cake, I don’t think we can be friends. Kidding! Not really ;) Today I want to share with you the BEST chocolate cake recipe EVER! And it’s vegan.

We used to bake an AMAZING chocolate cake when I was a kid and it contained no eggs and no dairy! Yay for being vegan/vegetarian friendly.

The BEST chocolate cake EVER! And it’s vegan

Natural Options – making wholesome living easier

How’s your supplement game? I’ve become very ‘preachy’, but I’m sure I’m forgiven if you’ve read my recent health update. Are you taking your vitamins and supplements? I am. Religiously.

And now I’ve discovered an easy way to make wholesome living easier thanks to Natural Options.