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3.5 (2)
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Chekas Brows3

We create amazing eyebrows for people. Individual lashes as well3

The others3, Bloemfontein3
From R1223
No reviews yet
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Serene Spa Retreat

Full-day packages, massages and facials. A calm escape in Waterkloof.

Waterkloof, Pretoria
From R800
No reviews yet
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Thabo Nails Studio

Gel, acrylics and nail art in a relaxed studio. Book ahead for weekend slots.

Morningside, Durban
From R250
3.8 (1)
House calls
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Glow by Naledi

Bridal and editorial makeup with a soft-glam signature. I travel to you.

Sea Point, Cape Town
From R600
House calls
No reviews yet
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Kira’s Cuts

Fresh fades and classic cuts, eight years on the chair. Walk-ins and house calls welcome.

Braamfontein, Johannesburg
From R150
3.6 (1)
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Fade & Co Grooming

Barbering, styling and nails for the modern man in Willow. Walk-ins welcome.

Willow, Pretoria
From R180
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8 Featured
3.5 (2)
House calls
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Chekas Brows3

We create amazing eyebrows for people. Individual lashes as well3

The others3, Bloemfontein3
From R1223
House calls
No reviews yet
Premier

Kira’s Cuts

Fresh fades and classic cuts, eight years on the chair. Walk-ins and house calls welcome.

Braamfontein, Johannesburg
From R150
3.8 (1)
House calls
Premier

Glow by Naledi

Bridal and editorial makeup with a soft-glam signature. I travel to you.

Sea Point, Cape Town
From R600
No reviews yet
Premier

Thabo Nails Studio

Gel, acrylics and nail art in a relaxed studio. Book ahead for weekend slots.

Morningside, Durban
From R250
No reviews yet
Premier

Serene Spa Retreat

Full-day packages, massages and facials. A calm escape in Waterkloof.

Waterkloof, Pretoria
From R800
House calls
No reviews yet
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Maple & Mane Studio

A full-service studio in Willow: cuts, colour, nails and spa days in one place.

Willow, Pretoria
From R220

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