August 9^th is the celebration of Women’s Day and a number of events are hosted in relation to this commemorative day.

In order to host a conference specific to Women’s Day you may want to consider some elements to make it a memorable occasion. In most cases, a conference of this sort is aimed at women only so there are a number of factors that need to be considered as well.

Time of day: Host your conference at breakfast or lunch, as it is always best for women specifically as they usually have commitments in the evening and many also do not like to travel alone at night.

Food: The food you provide will also be determined by the time of day you host the conference. You may also want to consider a high tea style breakfast where pastries and eats are situated on each table and waiters serve tea and coffee. This is also a nice setup for the ladies to interact with one another.

Décor: When it comes to a ladies-only function, it is always best to choose décor that is feminine with floral accents. Incorporating a theme is also a way of breaking the ice between ladies that are not familiar with each other. Themes such as “Mad Hatter” have come up at many a function and encourage the ladies to don a hat of some sort. However other themes such as vintage, denim and diamonds and others have also been popular. The ideas are endless.

Entertainment: It is always best to incorporate some sort of entertainment if the women are being addressed by a keynote speaker. This could be in the form of a female comedian, singer or similar. If there is an auction taking place, it is always good nature to inform the ladies upon invitation so that they are able to prepare in advance. The same would apply for a fundraiser.

“If planning a women’s day conference is on the cards for you this year, then these few tips should assist in making the day a success. At Royal Palm Hotel we have all the necessities, and professional experience to make any function flow smoothly,” says Simon Bailey, General Manager of Royal Palm Hotel.

For more information on what Royal Palm Hotel can offer you, contact us on 031 581 8000.

‘Hair removal tips to stay smooth this winter’

Many women use winter as an excuse to ditch their regular hair removal routine. They figure it is only necessary during summer months because during the cold winter season parts of their bodies aren’t as visible to others so what’s the use, right? Uhm… Wrong!

While there’s absolutely no shame in going 5 or 6 months without shaving or waxing, Yuvati Shah, owner or Spa Royale at Royal Palm Hotel Umhlanga, would advise against it. “Those who wax or shave in warmer months shouldn’t stop simply because it is a little cold outside. There are a number of benefits to sticking to your hair removal routine all year round” she says.

It’s no secret that most people avoid shaving because, let’s be real, it’s too much admin for something that only causes temporary happiness And although waxing lasts longer, it can be painful! Shah gives us the scope on laser hair removal along with a fairly new method of hair removal with a lasting effect… Epilfree hair removal.

Most of us are aware of what laser hair removal is but, just in case you aren’t, here’s a breakdown: Laser hair removal is the process of hair removal by means of beaming highly concentrated light into hair follicles to gradually destroy them.

Benefits of laser hair removal:

• Laser hair removal doesn’t entirely get rid of hair forever, but it does however reduce hair growth to the point where you can stop shaving or waxing entirely.
• Trust me, it’s not as painful as it looks. Laser hair removal falls somewhere between waxing (pain level 100) and shaving (almost painless).
• It is a quick and precise method of hair removal.

Cons of laser hair removal:

• It can be a long process; you have to be consistent to get the best results. The actual laser session takes only a few minutes, however you have to have multiple sessions (between 3 to 8 sessions depending on the size of the area), and you have to wait a couple of weeks in between sessions.
• Yes, it is costly BUT think of it as a beauty investment!
• Can cause skin damage and irritation as well as hyperpigmentation.

Now, Epilfree is a fairly new method of hair removal that is currently rocking the cosmetic world. Epilfree can be described as the most revolutionary method of hair removal since laser. The treatment consists of 3 simple steps:

1. Perform high quality Epilation treatment (hair removal with Epilfree approved wax)
2. Apply Activator A (Clear lotion) – spread on treated surface.
3. Apply Toner B (Gold lotion) – massage into skin of treated surface.

Benefits of Epilfree hair removal:

• It is suitable for any skin or hair type.
• It contains a number of natural and safe synthetic ingredients that can be used on any part of the skin without causing damage. No chemicals!
• It is more effective than waxing or shaving and less expensive than laser hair removal.

Cons of Epilfree hair removal:

• It is also a long process. 6-12 treatments are recommended to effectively reduce the hair in most areas.
• It is advised that you do not use this treatment if you are pregnant or breast-feeding.
• Shouldn’t be used on already damaged or irritated skin.

“By starting your Laser hair removal or Epilfree journey in the winter, your skin will be silky smooth and breathtakingly beautiful just in time to show it off when the warm weather arrives. Don’t make the mistake of quitting your routine. Don’t avoid starting one. The benefits will be both clearly seen and felt”, Shah advises.