So Whipped Cafe - Unicorn Poop Hot Chocolate

So Whipped Cafe, located in Gateway Theatre of Shopping is owned and run by Durban business woman, Candice Courtney. The Cafe is a magical coffee shop located on the Ground Floor, just outside the Wavehouse on the northern side of the super regional shopping centre and offers some of the most delicious cafe lite meals and decadent cakes, cupcakes, eclairs and coffee. The Cafe describes itself as a "happy, creative, carefree space" and that's exactly what you get.

Their latest offering, Unicorn Poop Hot Chocolate, released this year is everything! It's a feast for the eyes and combines the latest Unicorn trend. You've seen this trend all over Pinterest, from unicorn make up tutorials to unicorn hair (colourful hair in beautiful shades of pink, aqua and green), body tattoos and even unicorn macarons!

I can't wait to get my tastebuds into this fun creation and here's hoping it becomes the drink of the year!

Find So Whipped online here: 

Website: www.sowhipped.co.za
Email: events@sowhipped.co.za
Facebook: So Whipped
Instagram: @sowhipped
Twitter: @sowhippedcakes events@sowhipped.co.zaevents

Love,
Yo Homi

Beauty Review: Vaseline

Let's just say I'm really not what you would call "high maintenance". In fact, give me the simplest route to perfect skin and I will probably fall hook, line and sinker. I saw the adverts for the new Vaseline Intensive Care Spray Moisturiser online and in-store and it immediately piqued my interest. A moisturizer in a spray? Like a deodorant for your legs? HELLO!

The product claims to moisturize and absorb into the skin in seconds while restoring dry skin. It's also non-greasy and includes micro droplets of Vaseline jelly. It's a continuous spray where you hold the product 10 cm's away from your skin and spray all over your body in a continous motion. The three varients of the product is Aloe Soothe (featured above), Cocoa Radiant and Essential Healing (cream in colour). Sounds cool, right?

I was impressed with how light the texture of the product is on my skin. It's hydrating without leaving white residue all over my legs and arms, which I love. It was quick to apply, which is great if you're in a rush in the morning (like we all are).

I picked this up at Clicks this weekend and it's currently on promotion until the 23 January 2017 (selected stores only) where you receive 30% off and pay only R59.95! Try it out and let me know what you think - pretty certain this is going to be your go to beauty product for 2017!

Love,
Yo Homi  

Beauty Review: Himalaya Herbals

Here's the lowdown: 6 months ago I decided to throw out all my skin care products and start fresh. My skin looked tired and I experienced break outs fairly often. I decided I needed to go back to basics and try a natural, herbal solution to my skin issues. I was recommended to try out the Himalaya Herbals range and I haven't looked back since.

The brand suits my Indian skin type, and I have combination skin. Himalaya covers everything from skin care, hair care and even baby care with a gentle baby skin care range (cool, right?). So far, I've dipped into the following:

• Gentle exfoliating Apricot scrub (R70.00): I use this twice a week to exfoliate my skin. I wear make up on most days and although I keep it light, having a scrub twice a week keeps my pores clear, eliminating break outs. The scrub is lightly scented and non abrasive - no redness after use which is a huge bonus. 
• Almond and cucumber peel off mask (R70.00): I usually treat myself to a peel off mask once a week on a Sunday evening. Start the week off with revived skin by slathering my face with this deliciously thick and creamy mask. I suggest using a brush to apply the product evenly on your skin and letting it dry for approximately 15 minutes. Once dry, peel off gently and rinse with warm water. You instantly see the difference with a brighter skin tone and a noticeable glow. 
• Himalaya Protein Hair Cream (R46.00): I was a little sceptical to try this, believing it would leave my hair greasy and heavy. The product has a thick, whipped texture and contains key ingredients like amla, liquorice and lotus. Application is simple - wash and condition as normal and towel dry your hair. Once done, apply a little of the product to you hair and blowdry. I found my hair to be softer after use with lots of shine - the hair cream packs a punch in my weekly beauty routine.

Thoroughly impressed with the current holistic range, the products are reasonably (if not under) priced and can be found in major retailers like Clicks and Dischem. I've uncovered two standalone stores in Durban, one in Pick n Pay Hyper by the Sea and the other in Phoenix Plaza, Phoenix.You can also purchase online via the Himalaya Herbals website: www.himalayaherbals.co.za

Pick a product and give it a go, you won't be disappointed. 

Love, 

Yo Homi.