Ever wonder how your fave South African beauty influencers always look effortlessly flawless — even on “no makeup” days?
From skincare routines to clever makeup tricks, these celebrity-approved beauty hacks will help you glow like a true Mzansi queen 👑.
Here are 7 tried-and-tested beauty tips from South Africa’s most-followed glam girls:
1. Mihlali Ndamase – Ice facials for glowing skin
Mihlali, one of SA’s biggest beauty YouTubers, swears by ice-cold facials to reduce puffiness and tighten skin. She often starts her day by rubbing ice cubes on her face before applying makeup — it helps her achieve that poreless, photo-ready look.
Hack: Wrap an ice cube in a cloth and rub it gently on your skin before moisturizing.
2. Sarah Langa – SPF Is non-negotiable
Style and beauty icon Sarah Langa never skips sunscreen — no matter the weather. She emphasizes daily SPF use to prevent premature aging and sun damage, proving that melanin still needs protection.
Hack: Use a lightweight, non-greasy SPF under makeup for all-day protection.
3. Kay Yarms – Lip balm as highlighter base
Beauty content creator Kay Yarms uses clear lip balm on the high points of her cheeks before applying highlighter. This hack helps the shimmer pop more and stay dewy longer, especially for soft-glam looks.
Hack: Dab a little lip balm on your cheekbones, then layer with your favorite highlighter.
4. Thabsie – Coconut oil for everything
Singer and skincare enthusiast Thabsie keeps it simple: coconut oil is her go-to for hair, body, lips, and even removing makeup. It’s her all-in-one beauty weapon for that natural, radiant glow.
Hack: Use coconut oil as a deep conditioner or overnight body moisturizer.
5. Shudu Musida – Hydration inside out
Miss SA 2020, Shudu Musida, reminds fans that beauty begins within. Her secret? Water + fruits. She loads up on water, cucumbers, and berries to keep her skin plump and blemish-free.
Hack: Infuse your water with lemon or mint to make hydration more exciting.
6. Nomzamo Mbatha – Less is more with makeup
Actress and humanitarian Nomzamo Mbatha loves a minimalist makeup look. She often mixes her foundation with moisturizer for a natural finish, allowing her real skin to shine through.
Hack: Mix 2 pumps of moisturizer with 1 pump of foundation for a dewy, no-makeup finish.
7. Kefilwe Mabote – Set with rose water spray
Luxury beauty influencer Kefilwe Mabote uses rose water spray to set her makeup and refresh throughout the day. It keeps her skin calm and adds that runway glow — even after long shoots.
Hack: Keep rose water in your bag to refresh your face mid-day or post-gym.
Final glow-up tip:
You don’t need a glam squad to shine like your favorite celeb — just a few smart hacks and a little confidence. Try one or two of these and let your inner beauty influencer step forward!
