A gorgeous pedi at Gem Beauty thanks to GoBeauty

Last year the lovely people of GoBeauty asked me if I would be interested in trying out their booking service and reviewing a salon in my area. No-brainer, isn’t it?

Who is GoBeauty?

‘3 years after it was launched, GoBeauty is fast becoming the go-to place for all of your beauty needs; it has been labelled “Uber for Beauty” and “Tripadvisor for beauty places”. 

Designed to make your life easier, you can search and find a ‘Beauty salon’ in your area or ‘Manicure in Johannesburg’ or ‘Dermalogica Facial in Cape Town’. Create your own private page on GoBeauty, add your favourite salons, book your treatments, review places you visited, and instantly buy and send gift vouchers across South Africa.’

Making my booking was so easy! This was my first time using GoBeauty, but it is most definitely not my last.

A gorgeous pedi at Gem Beauty

Gem Beauty

Gem beauty is your urban beauty sanctuary nestled in the heart of Aurora Durbanville, Cape Town.

‘Our mission is to provide stellar beauty services to our customers, in the most agile and expeditious manner with top of the range quality professional products. Our highly skilled staff constantly update their craft by attending mandatory training classes and staying up to date with the latest advancements in our industry. Our relaxed and friendly atmosphere provides the perfect escape from the daily hussle and bustle with our staff always committed to exceeding your expectations.’

It was very hard trying to decide on a treatment. I haven’t visited a salon in a very long time. A very long time. My top 3 choices was a back massage, a deep cleansing facial and a pedi. I was going to a wedding so the classic pedicure and Gelish won. I was very excited about this treatment.

On arrival at Gem Beauty I was met with many friendly faces and I immediately felt special. The salon is beautifully decorated with the manicure and pedicure stations in the front room and private treatment rooms in the back.

Gem Beauty manicure

And then it was pedicure time! Gem Beauty has these fancy schmancy pedicure chairs that are so comfy you don’t ever want to get up. Plus, they are massage chairs! Oh. My. Word… Heaven! My therapist was a stunning lady that made me feel at ease the moment my behind hit the seat. My feet and calves were soaked, scrubbed and massaged and my toenails were cleaned, shaped and painted perfectly. This was my first time experiencing Gelish and I am very impressed. The process of curing the polish was very quick and more than a week later, my toenails still look as great as the day it was done.

Gem Beauty pedicure

The whole experience was relaxing and I felt so pampered. The Classic Pedicure + Gelish goes for R360 and it’s money well spent. I will most definitely be back.

Gem Beauty is a stunning salon with even more stunning people. The lively vibe makes for a lovely experience and you will leave with a smile on your face. And I am most definitely not the only one who feels this way. I think I was the only customer who was new to the salon on the morning of my pedi! Everyone was chatting away about the holidays and you could see that everyone felt totally at home. There were also at least 5 different people who popped in to make appointments and have a quick catch-up.

If you like a salon where you are treated like a princess and part of the family, Gem Beauty is the place for you. Thank you ladies for a wonderful morning, and my beautiful feet! I’ll see you again soon.

And thank you to GoBeauty for introducing me to this gem!

xoxo

Disclosure Ranking: 2

Giveaway: Win a Christian Art Media Hamper

The winner of the hamper & the blue planner is Thea Lennox! Congratulations!

And 2nd prize… the pink planner goes to Heidi de Goede!


Last year was the first year that I did not use a diary or planner. Why? Technology of course. Why use a planner if you have all the tools you need to plan your life on your smart phone, right? WRONG. It did not work for me. The calendar on my phone was boring and it failed me more than once.

I decided to go back to what works for me… planning my life with pen and paper. Christian Art Media sent me 2 gorgeous planners to inspire and motivate me. And help me kick 2018’s behind.

Christian Diary 2018 Blue

Christian Diary 2018 Pink

Both planners are beautiful, but I decided to use the top one as it’s an 18 month planner and goes to Feb 2019. I like to plan ahead as much as I possible can.

Thank you Christian Art Media. I am totally in love with my new planner! Here’s to an amazing year!

Giveaway: Win a Christian Art Media Hamper

Are you still looking for a diary for 2018? I have great news… you can win one of these planners as part of an awesome Christian Art Media Hamper.

Giveaway Win a Christian Art Media Hamper

Pink or blue, you can choose!

The hamper also includes WOW Hits 2018 Deluxe. WOW Hits 2018 features your favorite artists, singing their biggest hits. WOW Hits 2018 Deluxe captures 36 songs on 2 CD’s that will inspire. I reviewed WOW 2017 last year and it is amazing. I can’t wait to listen to the newest release.

WOW Hits 2018 Deluxe

You can also win a copy of They Grow Up Fast (DVD).

‘With the birth of his first child, Independent filmmaker Darren Doane picked up his camera and began documenting the process of becoming a family. Ten years in the making, They Grow Up Fast is a profound and entertaining documentary for the entire family. From mud puddles and family road trips to backyard parties and the birth of their third child in the front seat of their truck, Doane captures all the amazing adventures one has becoming a family. Good friend and best selling author ND Wilson crafted the script and brought new eyes to what it means to be a father and mother and the high calling of faithful parenting. They Grow Up Fastwill entertain kids and inspire parents as they travel along with the Doanes on their grand adventure of growing as a family. Dove approved (Faith-friendly, all ages).’

They Grow Up Fast

Also included are the following books:

Mother Tongue (Leonard Sweet), Treasuresin Dark Places (Leanna Cinquanta), The Unseen Companion (Michelle Lynn Senters) and The Simplest Way To Change The World (Dustin Willis/Brandon Clements).

Christian Art Media Books

All you have to do is comment below telling me which planner you would like me to include in the hamper and you are in the draw. Extra entries for Facebook and Twitter shares  – make sure to leave a separate comment for each share telling me where you’ve shared the giveaway. Please make sure to leave your Twitter handle and/or Facebook name for verification. Max of 3 entries per person. Giveaway is open to SA residents only. I will send the hamper to the winner via Postnet. Winner will be announced on 15 January 2018.

Good luck!

xoxo