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Bath bliss

Nothing beats a soak in a warm, aromatic bath full of your favourite product. Wh...

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New Year Resolutions

Another year, another chance to start afresh. So what are your new year’s resolu...

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Not a green meanie!

Sharon Preston test drives the Fiat 500 This past weekend I drove around with a...

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Beautiful eyes

Bobbi Brown is famous for her stunning make-up products. But she started out as ...

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Make-up basics from Bobbi Brown

I was lucky enough to experience a mini makeover, courtesy of Bobbi Brown Cosmet...

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Alcohol and the Festive Season

Excessive drinking can lead to nasty hangovers and yes, you guessed it... unwant...

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Appletiser Healthy Living Expo 2009

We all strive to lead a healthy lifestyle but sometimes, trying to find the righ...

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HOW TO EAT HEALTHILY ON HOLIDAY

Everybody tends to put on weight on holiday. Here are some ideas of how to beat ...

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December holidays

Looking for a December getaway, that offers a touch of adventure, nature and his...

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Perfect presents

Buying the perfect Christmas gifts for friends and family can be a challenging t...

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Sharon Preston, gets a little taste of the n...

Unlike motoring experts whose words grace the pages of magazines all over the co...

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Mani for a month

The last thing you want to worry about during the Festive Season is chipped nail...

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Get ready to look hot on the beach!

Some tips on how to get beach-ready for the summer holidays and look hot in that...

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Magic in Mozambique

We’re offering you a magical island holiday in magnificent Mozambique…

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It’s time to swing

Everybody’s swinging in the new sports trend this summer. Here’s how to get in s...

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Why not go away for a weekend?

Take an extra day off from work, and leave on Thursday – then spend 4 glorious n...

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Tempting you with tofu

For centuries, tofu and other soy products have been the primary source of prote...

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Come on summer!

Here’s how to make your summer wardrobe stylish

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How to choose the right foundation

Whether you like full coverage, light coverage or looking bare-faced, here’s how...

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Good night; sleep tight

How to get the most out of bedtime – how to sleep well, dream even better and wa...

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Why being sun savvy is so important

Before you spread out your towel to lie in the sun on the beach all day, read th...

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Planning a holiday for end of year?

Want to take a trip now? Or book for your end of the year holiday? We’ve found s...

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A pearl on the Indian Ocean

A weekend at the Oyster Box is like stepping into another world, where your ever...

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TAKE YOUR WORKOUT OUTDOORS

As the weather warms up, choose some of these outdoor activities to keep fit and...

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Table manners

We teach our kids from an early age to sit up straight, which knife and fork to ...

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Cut your cancer risk

The old adage is true – prevention IS better than cure. So follow these importan...

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Brow browsing

I knew she was booked up a year in advance, so when I got an appointment to inte...

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Perfect 10

Finally there’s a manicure that lasts longer than a few days! Recently launched ...

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How self-confident are you?

Read the following questions and tick the answer that most closely describes how...

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Dental hygiene made easy

Visiting a dental hygienist ensures you keep your gums healthy and your teeth sp...

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Here’s how to blow dry and manage your hair ...

Here's your way to great looking hair whether it's curly or straight hair. With ...

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Beauty extra

Right now, nails take centre stage – there’s a choice of fabulous ways to stand ...

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Career Etiquette

At one time or another, we all land up being on the receiving end of a co-worker...

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Fashion

In South Africa, we’re lucky enough to experience reasonably short, mild winter...

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Travel Long Beach, Mauritius

Spend a laid-back week at the brand new Long Beach Hotel in Mauritius at a very ...

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Health and beauty

So many vitamins and minerals to choose from –how do we know what we really need...

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Mind/body

What is the secret to staying healthy? Having fun!

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Fitness

To get the best out of your winter workout if you’re taking it outdoors, make su...

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Fashion

In South Africa, we’re lucky enough to experience reasonably short, mild winters...

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Nutrition

It’s a fabulous super-food – it’s versatile, easy to make, low-kilojoule, full o...

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Beauty

We all know the skin care mantra – cleanse, tone, then moisturise. But what we d...

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Turn your home into a spa!

Mother’s Day may be over, but there’s no excuse for spoiling yourself all month ...

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Fashion

What’s new in fashionable footwear this winter? We don’t need an excuse to go...

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The secret of stretching

No matter what exercise you do, the results will be much better if you stretch b...

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Spoil your mom – or yourself – this May!

Mother’s Day might have passed, but there is no reason why you can’t spoil her a...

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How to eat healthily for the rest of your li...

Take charge of your own health and eat a nutritionally packed diet. Here’s how

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Mind/Body

Why hanging around positive people is better than any happy pill

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Spoil your mom – or yourself – this May!

With Mother’s Day on the 8th of May, we thought we’d give you a stunning special...

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Why you find it so hard to keep a secret

There’s a psychological reason for this, and it’s not what you’d expect at all! ...

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All the trends for covering up warm and wond...

There are lots of jacket options for keeping warm this winter, and as a cover up...

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Egg-celent reasons to eat eggs…

And not just because it’s Easter! We take a look at this basic foodstuff to find...

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Chocolate – and other addictions?

Editor and writer Sharon Preston waxes lyrical about her favourite food

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Secrets of sensitive skin

We take a look at what’s out there for those of us with sensitive skin

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All about aspirin…

It’s touted as a wonder drug, and it’s been around for centuries. Is Aspirin rea...

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BODY AND SOUL

Everybody needs make-up. There’s no question about it. If you don’t believe us, ...

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TRAVEL TIPS

With the Easter holidays looming, we thought we’d give you some tips on how to t...

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Coupon Culture

Another fun idea that will win you brownie points. Make a selection of "coupons"...

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Egg-cellent Times

It's that time of year again! The family come together to take part in the festi...

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Meditation

There are so many different types of meditation, but if you’re interested in try...

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How to choose the right gear for your favour...

As summer starts fading and the cold months loom, it’s a good time to get ready ...

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Denim dynamics

What’s in store for us when it comes to denim this winter? Take a look…

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Vitamin E

It’s vital for good health, and it’s been touted as the best thing for skin as w...

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How to survive on four hours sleep…

No, we’re not suggesting you sleep for only four hours a night. We’re just telli...

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Hair hints and tips

All the secrets about hair products to help you tame that mane… We often land u...

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Spa special

Who says Valentine’s Day has to be celebrated only on February the 14th? We’ve d...

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Romantic weekend getaways

Valentine’s Day may be over, but it’s never to late to enjoy a romantic weekend....

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The little black dress

Every girl should have at least one LBD. Something beautiful, classy and classic...

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Who do you think you are?

Try these 3 great workouts for your body image!

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Walk the talk

We’ve found the best way to keep fit through the cold months – and that includes...

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SPARKL – FEBRUARY QUIZ

Which of these two computers is best for you? Take this quiz and find out! Ever...

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How to REALLY wash your hair

If you want your hair to be healthy, then you need to make sure you’re washing i...

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What a pain in the back!

Hidden sources of back pain: If your back is sore, and you don’t know why, perh...

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Mascara beauty tips

How to make your mascara last longer

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How to read a prescription

They say that doctors all have indecipherable handwritings – but in fact, this i...

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SPARKL JANUARY 2011 QUIZ

You’re the life of the party, the glue that binds everybody together at the offi...

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Asian Persuasion

If you eat authentic Chinese cuisine, you’re not only in for a pleasant surprise...

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Strong Summer Nails

Here’s a tip on how to keep your nails looking good all summer long, especially ...

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Sweet Charity

Did you know that there are a lot of people who would rather you spent the money...

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Be aware October is breast cancer awareness ...

Of concern is that in South Africa 65% of women present with palpable breast can...

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October is Breast Cancer Awareness month

Breast cancer is the most common form of cancer in women, other than skin cancer...

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August Health

You thought PMS was the only set of symptoms you have to watch out for each mont...

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How To Charm Your Way Through A Job Intervie...

A job interview doesn’t have to be like pulling teeth at the dentist. Here’s how...

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The New First Aid

Yes, tried and true treatments do work well, but sometimes new methods work even...

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Fact File for Breast Cancer

Interview with Dr Carol-Ann Benn, Specialist Breast Surgeon and Head of the Joha...

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Hidden gem – The Showroom

Tucked away in leafy Birdhaven is Johannesburg’s latest gem – The Showroom, the ...

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Vitamin update

Want to know if you’re giving your body all the nutrients it requires? Here are ...

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New Year’s Diet Resolutions

Before you starve yourself to lose those extra holiday kilo’s, read what these i...

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Safe and happy festive season parties

A few tips to ensure your party is a happy and fun affair that goes off without ...

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Last minute party planning

Sometimes it does happen that we get so caught up in the craziness of everyday l...

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Home Scents

It’s easy to make every part of your world fragrant… here’s how! These days, we...

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Fitness Q&A

We answer some of your fitness queries….

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What colour is your shopping trolley?

You race around the supermarket, picking up everything you need. But have you ev...

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EXERCISE

Top tips for exercise benefits Some great advice to get your workout – and yo...

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Health and beauty – tanning tips

The very best way to tan this summer – in fact, make that the ONLY way – is by s...

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Fashion – What’s hot for summer

You don’t have to go out and buy a whole new wardrobe to look stunning this summ...

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5 STEPS TO A BETTER WORKOUT

The mind is a powerful tool, even when it comes to exercise. So the next time yo...

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Great Mood Boosters

Believe it or not, you don’t have to get a new job, get married or win the Lotto...

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Use Your Brain To Move Your Muscles

So there you are, on the treadmill, on a stationary bike or meditating in a yoga...

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Hop On the Nail Express

Have your nails done quickly and efficiently at Camelot Spas Nail Xpress

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The Gen About Ginseng

This innocuous root has been hailed as a healer for centuries by the Chinese. Wh...

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