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Local tea and coffee brands to check out
5 breakfast spots in Cape Town
Are we brunching or nah?
Where to volunteer at in Cape Town
It's December and we're well into the festive season. But I don't usually enjoy this time of year and I know I'm not alone. It can be a tough time for a lot of folks whether you're estranged from family, coping with financial struggles or dealt with major life changes throughout this year. But I've... Continue Reading →
I gave up the pill and this is what happened
I honestly can't believe it's been six months since I dropped the pill. Time flies when life is hitting you at all angles, it seems. I made the decision to stop earlier this year and wrote about why I thought I needed a break. So, I'm doing a quick round-up about how I'm feeling since... Continue Reading →
Five basic skincare resources to check out
It's me, Alyx, back at it again with the skincare content. It's only been two weeks since my last skincare blog, but if I can't find the content I need, I'll make it. So hi! I'm not a dermatologist or an esthetician and I definitely can't hand out skincare advice like I studied it. But... Continue Reading →
Where to get curated ear piercings in Cape Town
You've probably heard about #curatedears or ear curation before. The internet's been talking about about "constellation piercings" for a hot minute now. Do your Googles and you'll find a Buzzfeed online short, Refinery29 clip, Vogue feature and more about this popular body mod trend. When talking about curated piercings, Maria Tash definitely comes up. A... Continue Reading →
An ongoing hair journey
Last year May, I chopped off quite a bit of my hair and wore it natural. If you told teenage Alyx, that one day I would wear my hair short and kroes, there'd be sheer horror all over my face. I've always had a soft spot for short hair, but never imagined I'd ever wear... Continue Reading →
How to approach people in your industry
Are you a student that recently graduated or just looking for some assistance when trying to get into an industry? Well, I have some #cool tips for you. I used to hire and train interns at one point in my career and had to encounter quite a few hopeful candidates. I've also approached people in... Continue Reading →
Updated skincare finds: products I’m trying out
It's August and the journey to somewhat clear skin continues. Welcome to part 3 of this ongoing series. As you know, I've got off the pill and was worried about a plethora of things, especially my skin barrier. I've got an update about that coming up soon, once I've passed the three month mark. Anyways,... Continue Reading →
