Getting back into Tip Toe shape

Writer: Hedda Mittner

When Elvina April is in her salon, she’s in her happy place. During the initial levels of lockdown when she had to keep her doors closed, she says she missed her work, her clients and her “other home”.

“I had been looking forward to taking a holiday, but when the lockdown happened I soon became frustrated. I don’t really enjoy gardening or baking, and I realised you should be careful what you wish for!” she laughs. “I was so excited when I was able to open my salon again, because this is not just a job for me – it’s my passion. I love being here, connecting with people and sharing their life journeys; we empower and learn from each other…”

Tip Toe is indeed a tranquil and relaxing space, even though it’s situated on the busy Main Road. Once Elvina starts your treatment, you forget all about the world out there as you unburden yourself of life’s daily stresses and strains. She’s friendly, professional and easy to talk to. She’s also courageous, as is every entrepreneur in Hermanus who decides to strike out and open his/her own business. For Elvina, it has been quite a long journey that brought her to this big decision.

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