LIFESTYLE

Tips to keep you, your family and the rest of Joburg healthy How to prevent CORONAVIRUS from spreading

It’s a stressful time as the number of confirmed cases of coronavirus (COVID-19) continues to climb across South Africa and the world. The number-one question locals and tourists are asking is what they can do to prevent it from spreading. So, here are some simple, specific steps you can take to protect yourself and others from becoming infected.

Get your hands soapy and scrub, scrub, scrub! Yes, you’ve heard it a million times before, but washing your hands – often – is one of the most important things you can do. While many Joburg businesses in the service industry from restaurants to beauty salons have made it their top priority to follow the strictest cleanliness regime at all times, we still recommend getting to a sink and washing your hands wherever possible.

This is especially important after you’ve been out in public or have touched a common surface that others may have touched, after coughing and sneezing, and before cooking and eating. Wash your hands for at least 20 seconds and be sure to get every part of your hands and fingers. No sink nearby? Using hand sanitiser with at least 60% alcohol content will do the trick until you can get to a sink.

Hit pause on all types of touching If you’re feeling fine, you might think it’s fine to hug, kiss shake hands, high five, fist bump and rub elbows. However, doctors have advised that whether you’re feeling under the weather or not, it’s important to keep some space between you when you’re around other people – an arm’s length will do. When you’re around others, also make sure you cough or sneeze into your elbow or a tissue and then wash your hands straight away to stop viral particles and germs from spreading.

Thoroughly disinfect all common use surfaces At home, it’s so important to thoroughly sanitise common use surfaces including countertops, bathrooms, computers and remotes using disinfectant spray or wipes – Dettol is a great brand to use. Cleaning your cellphone is also a must. If you visit a local restaurant, wipe down the table and menu before and after use. The same goes if you visit the gym – wipe down the machines and weights as well as maintain a distance of one to two metres between you and other exercisers.

Stay home and read Hello Joburg Magazine Limiting how much time you spend out in public or around others is key to preventing the spread of germs. So, especially if you’re not feeling well, work from home if you can, walk or travel by car instead of public transportation like the Gautrain wherever possible, and avoid travelling for leisure (both domestically and internationally). While you’re spending some time indoors, check @HelloJoburgMag out on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter – we promise we’ll keep you entertained until this is all over! What to do while self-isolating Be a couch potato and proud: Netflix and chill should be the first task for everyone. Watch that bad TV show you’ve always wanted to, finish that series … you can do it, you got this!

Turn over a new page (literally): After you’ve watched finished your series, get into a fluffy robe, pour yourself a glass of wine and snuggle up with one of your untouched books.

Dust off the board games: When last did you play a bit of Monopoly or Cluedo? Or even Scrabble?

Declutter your home: Forget spring cleaning – it’s corona cleaning time! Cull your pantry and cupboards or rearrange your lounge and living areas. While you’re at it, disinfect everything too.

Work out in your PJs: You can do lunges, squats, weights and pushups all in the comfort of your own home. You can even do weights with your cat or books if you have to.

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Innovative online florist, Petal & Post have opened a brand-new studio at 44 Stanley, meaning that us Joburgers can now get our hands on their beautiful posies. Petal & Post create one unique style of posy daily with freshly farmed flowers, which is then available for order up until 13h00 or until all the bouquets are sold out. An image of the daily posy is posted across Petal & Post’s social media pages so consumers know exactly what they’re ordering, but pre-orders can also be placed for special occasions. They also have the option of a subscription service so that you can get fresh blooms delivered to your door on a weekly, fortnightly or monthly basis. All the posies are delivered for a flat rate of R265 for regular size or R470 for a double posy. 1 www.petalandpost.co.za GET YOUR WEEKLY POSIES DELIVERED BY PETAL & POST

BERDOUES’ NEW SWEET, FLORAL SCENT IS A MUST-HAVE! Luxury perfume brand, Berdoues has added yet another amazing scent – Guaria Morada – to their Collection Grand Crus, a scent collection that features 12 perfumes that have been inspired by the world’s regions. Guaria Morada is a sweet, floral scent that’s based on an interpretation of the richness and beauty of Costa Rica. Key ingredients include orange from Brazil, amyris from Haiti and patchouli from Indonesia. The namesake and main ingredient of the scent is the guaria morada, an iconic and unique flower that’s found in Brazil and symbolises luck and good fortune. And did we mention how gorgeous the bottle is? Available from select Foschini and Truworths stores for R 1,595. 1 www.berdoues.com

The proudly South African home and furniture brand, Block & Chisel has just opened a brand-new store in Parkwood that’s designed to offer customers a unique boutique-style retail experience. The new store has everything you’ve come to expect from them, including rich layering pieces that mix classic country décor with modern trends. The space has an airy barn-style feel that serves as the perfect backdrop for stylish indoor-outdoor living and embodies the brands trademark eclecticism – not to mention the number of passionate décor and interior consultants instore, who are guaranteed to help you find the perfect piece for your home. Find the store at 155 Jan Smuts Avenue, Parkwood. Happy shopping! 1 www.blockandchisel.co.za BLOCK & CHISEL HAS A GORGEOUS NEW STORE IN PARKWOOD

SLEEP IN STYLE WITH THE SLEEP COLLECTIVE

It’s autumn, which means it’s about the perfect time to get all comfy and cosy. If you’re all about the all-day pyjama day, we have just the thing! The Sleep Collective, based in Cape Town, not only offers the most beautiful pyjama sets (women’s, men’s and children’s ranges), but also silk eye masks, organic silk pillowcases, scented candles and room sprays. Their pyjamas are this season’s must-haves – you’ll love the fresh, classic designs and, yes, they’re all 100% cotton! The April pyjama set sells for R650 and is available in sizes small, medium, large and extra-large. Shop their full range of sleepwear, bedroom and bathroom products online. 1 www.thesleepcollective.co.za

Known for their high-quality bags and backpacks, JanSport is a tried and true favourite of parents, hikers and travelers alike – and their bestselling bag, Big Student has exciting new designs for autumn and winter. The autumn/winter range features so many stunning designs, but the daisy and rose patterned bags as well as aweinspiring galaxy prints are definitely amongst our favourites. The Big Student bags are known for their amazing organisational compartments, which include a dedicated 15-inch padded laptop compartment and two large main compartments, a front utility pocket and a front stash pocket. 1 www.jansport.co.za JANSPORT IS GOING BIG WITH A NEW RANGE!

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Local fashion designer, Gert-Johan Coetzee has made his debut into the world of fragrances with the release of Double Platinum – a sophisticated scent that pays homage to his upbringing in Rustenberg and its signature platinum mines. The bottle is also inspired by Africa and is designed to look like a magic potion that’s been birthed by the African soil. It contains top notes of berries that give the fragrance a fresh smell plus base notes of wood that ground the scent and make it last longer. And who better to be the face of the fragrance than local influencer Sarah Langa? She’s the perfect embodiment of the Gert-Johan Coetzee woman – confident, kind and powerful. Available from Skins Cosmetics in Sandton City. 1 www.gertjohancoetzee.com GERT-JOHAN COETZEE HAS BROUGHT OUT HIS FIRST FRAGRANCE

We know that all too often a bad hair day can turn into just a bad day. So, ban dry, frizzy and brittle hair with naturally Africa Hair Care’s range of hair products. Each of their products are formulated with ingredients that aim to moisturise and nourish hair from root to tip. We’re obsessed with the Naturally Africa Cleansing Conditioner – it’s sulphate-free and perfect for cleansing the scalp without drying it out. The Hair and Scalp Oil, on the other hand, is the perfect product for injecting moisture into the scalp for a healthy, shinier looking mane. PS: Naturally Africa products are all cruelty-free and vegan-friendly! Available from Clicks stores and online. 1 www.naturallyafricahaircare.com SAY BYE-BYE TO BAD HAIR DAYS WITH NATURALLY AFRICA HAIR CARE

Compiled by Amber Richardson Image Supplied The global leader in innovative casual footwear for men, women and children is inspiring people to ‘Come As They Are’ with their new global campaign, whose global ambassador is none other than actress and producer, Priyanka Chopra Jonas! The aim of the campaign is to inspire people to be more comfortable in their own shoes and be able to express their own individuality in comfort and style. Alongside this exciting campaign, the brand has also released a fashion-forward style of shoe for autumn – Women’s Crocs Brooklyn Wedge – which comes in a variety of heel heights, colourways and silhouettes. 1 www.crocssa.co.za CROCS LAUNCHES THE ‘COME AS YOU ARE’ CAMPAIGN

To say that Tyrone Lasarow is a fitness junkie would be an understatement. Tyrone is so dedicated to health and fitness that he embarked on a three-year journey to create a fitness app – Flexi. Flexi allows people to train at different gyms across the city without having to have a subscription and also allows users to earn cash back. We caught up with him to find out more about this unique app. PS: Flexi is free to download from Apple App store or Google Play. 1 www.flexi.co.za E @theflexiapp Q @flexiapp

What inspired you to create Flexi? I personally have a very active lifestyle and like to try a lot of different sports and change up my routine often. Also, I’m always on the road, so finding time to train is an issue. That’s why we created Flexi, to allow flexibility in your training schedule, training where and when you can. How long has it taken you to launch this app? It was over three years in the making. There were various obstacles that got in our way from lengthy investment deals to insurance companies dragging feet. It finally all came together, and we launched Flexi in November 2019. What were some of the biggest challenges of creating an app? The cost of building an app is the major one. The user interface also takes a lot of thought and workshopping. Then there’s the technology as there are a lot of features you would like to have, but not all of them are possible with the budget or the time. Our main point was to make sure the tech worked and that it was simple to use. What are some of your goals for the company? We would like to expand globally but first we would like this concept to work in South Africa. Where are some of your favourite places to workout in Joburg? HotPod Yoga, Cycle Zone and The Body Works to name a few. But that’s only when I travel to Joburg as I’m based in Cape Town. What advice would you give to someone who wants to start their own business? Make sure you keep at it. If you believe in your business and brand, then you need to keep pushing. Sometimes you might think that it’s easier to just give up but that’s when your drive needs to kick in.