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<pubDate>Tue, 19 May 2026 21:07:07 +0200</pubDate>
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	<title>NtryMed debuts The Ordinary-style efficacy at accessible prices in SA</title>
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	<description>In South Africa's crowded skincare market, newly launched NtryMed stands out by offering scientifically developed skincare tailored for South Africans, focusing on accessible and proven solutions for daily skin health.</description>
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	<pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2026 09:35:00 +0200</pubDate>
	<source url="https://www.bizcommunity.com/rss/196/784.html">Bizcommunity Health &amp;amp; Beauty South Africa</source>
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	<title>SA's spa market up 13%, but premium demand seeks slower, personalised care</title>
	<link>https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/sa-spa-market-up-13-but-premium-demand-seeks-slower-personalised-care-403269a</link>
	<description>The global wellness economy is expanding rapidly, with spa and wellness tourism emerging as one of its fastest-growing categories.</description>
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	<pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2026 11:33:00 +0200</pubDate>
	<source url="https://www.bizcommunity.com/rss/196/784.html">Bizcommunity Health &amp;amp; Beauty South Africa</source>
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	<title>Earn while you sleep? Discovery Vitality launches Sleep Rewards programme</title>
	<link>https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/earn-while-you-sleep-discovery-vitality-launches-sleep-rewards-programme-281067a</link>
	<description>Discovery Vitality has announced one of the most significant developments in its history with the launch of the proprietary Vitality Sleep Score and the introduction of a new Vitality Sleep Rewards programme.</description>
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	<pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2026 12:58:00 +0200</pubDate>
	<source url="https://www.bizcommunity.com/rss/196/784.html">Bizcommunity Health &amp;amp; Beauty South Africa</source>
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	<title>Therapy or nutrition? Navigating patent protection of functional foods</title>
	<link>https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/therapy-or-nutrition-navigating-patent-protection-of-functional-foods-170266a</link>
	<description>As consumer demand shifts towards healthier lifestyles, the food industry is rapidly evolving beyond traditional nutrition.</description>
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	<pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2026 08:59:00 +0200</pubDate>
	<source url="https://www.bizcommunity.com/rss/196/784.html">Bizcommunity Health &amp;amp; Beauty South Africa</source>
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	<title>Why do so many African women bleach their skin? Study looks beyond what they tell&amp;#160;researchers</title>
	<link>https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/why-do-so-many-african-women-bleach-their-skin-study-looks-beyond-what-they-tellresearchers-170216a</link>
	<description>In some African countries, more than 50% of women regularly use skin-lightening products. In South Africa, the rate is 32%, while in Nigeria it’s 77%. This dwarfs rates in other regions of the world.</description>
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	<pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2026 09:29:00 +0200</pubDate>
	<source url="https://www.bizcommunity.com/rss/196/784.html">Bizcommunity Health &amp;amp; Beauty South Africa</source>
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	<title>Social media-driven trends influencing supplements in 2026</title>
	<link>https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/social-media-driven-trends-influencing-supplements-in-2026-958854a</link>
	<description>Grand View Research forecasts that the South African dietary supplement market will expand at a CAGR of 9.9% from 2025 to 2030. In 2024, the market was valued at approximately $1.06 billion, largely driven by South Africans' proactive approach to managing their health.</description>
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	<pubDate>Tue, 21 Apr 2026 11:24:00 +0200</pubDate>
	<source url="https://www.bizcommunity.com/rss/196/784.html">Bizcommunity Health &amp;amp; Beauty South Africa</source>
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	<title>Rooibos tea rituals could enhance focus and reduce anxiety</title>
	<link>https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/rooibos-tea-rituals-could-enhance-focus-and-reduce-anxiety-736652a</link>
	<description>In a world of endless notifications, relentless multitasking and constant information overload, the ability to focus is slipping through our fingers.</description>
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	<pubDate>Mon, 20 Apr 2026 11:40:00 +0200</pubDate>
	<source url="https://www.bizcommunity.com/rss/196/784.html">Bizcommunity Health &amp;amp; Beauty South Africa</source>
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	<title>Boa Beauty Bar expands into the Cape Winelands</title>
	<link>https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/boa-beauty-bar-expands-its-into-the-cape-winelands-514280a</link>
	<description>Luxury nail destination Boa Beauty Bar is expanding its footprint with the opening of a new location at Winelands Square Shopping Centre in Paarl on 1 May 2026.</description>
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	<pubDate>Fri, 17 Apr 2026 10:36:00 +0200</pubDate>
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	<title>Clicks opens 800th pharmacy, strengthening national healthcare access</title>
	<link>https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/clicks-opens-800th-pharmacy-strengthening-national-healthcare-access-392028a</link>
	<description>Health and beauty retailer Clicks Group has marked a significant milestone in its national expansion strategy with the opening of its 800th pharmacy, reinforcing its commitment to improving access to affordable healthcare across South Africa.</description>
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	<pubDate>Thu, 16 Apr 2026 12:43:00 +0200</pubDate>
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	<title>The 63% parity threshold: Why SA beauty brands are falling into the “vibe” trap</title>
	<link>https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/the-63-parity-threshold-why-sa-beauty-brands-are-falling-into-the-vibe-trap-625361a</link>
	<description>The South African beauty and personal care market is currently in the midst of a $4bn arms race. From the aggressive expansion of specialist retailers to the surge of local independent founders, the industry is a key battleground for retail dominance. Yet, behind the "Instagram-worthy" packaging and viral TikTok transitions, a quiet crisis is brewing. I call it the "authority lag."</description>
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	<pubDate>Wed, 15 Apr 2026 11:32:00 +0200</pubDate>
	<source url="https://www.bizcommunity.com/rss/196/784.html">Bizcommunity Health &amp;amp; Beauty South Africa</source>
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