MAINTAIN YOUR
CUTTING BOARDS
There’s a debate about the most
hygienic materials for cutting
boards. We’re not keen on plastic
as the cracks and crevices store
bacteria – E. coli and Salmonella
particularly. Rather opt for bamboo
or wood. Although these boards
also get cracks and crevices, the
natural materials have antibacterial
properties. Heat can damage
bamboo and wood, and excessive
contact with water can cause the
boards to warp and split. Wash
them in soapy warm water and
dry them immediately (don’t let
them soak). Oil them frequently
to maintain a new look.Food
Beauty Food
We love facial oils – they
hydrate, they result in an
unbelievable glow, they’re
all natural and the scent
is amazing.Take one or two
drops of facial oil and mix
it with your foundation
to create your own tinted
moisturiser. The coverage will
be light and more hydrating.
It’s easy to apply, absorbs
beautifully into the skin, and
is fabulous for summer days.Tip
Fashion
A BODY-POSITIVE
SWIMWEAR RANGE
If you’ve avoided shopping for
swimwear, have a look at Cotton
On’s new, flattering range. High-
waisted bottoms, high-cut legs
and deep-scoop necklines give the
collection a retro look. Designs and
prints are repeated in different
styles and in one- and two-piece
sets but you can mix and match
to find the style that suits you
and makes you feel confident
this summer. cottonon.co.zaIf you hate the gym, Bodytec is
an alternative. It offers 20 minute
electro-muscle-stimulation (EMS)
training programmes that use
electrodes on the skin to contract
your muscles through electrical
impulses while you exercise, so you
train harder in less time. Book a
once-off trial for R195. bodytec.co.zaExercise
The Vibram Furoshiki wrap shoes (pictured
here in the Caribbean style; about R1 092)
are perfect for long walks. trekkinn.comExercise
Here’s how
to choose the
perfect avocado:
remove the little
nub at the top,
which acts like
a window into
its green soul. A
dark spot means
it’s past its peak,
while lighter is
ready to become
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