The Lo Down: Beauty besties – Dineo Moeketsi and Leigh-Anne Williams

Moeketsi, a Vuzu presenter, is also a host on O-Access, and an actress while Williams is a TV presenter on the Expresso Show and a radio presenter on Good Hope FM. This week, they share their beauty tips and secrets.

What is your daily beauty regimen?

DM: My normal regimen involves daily cleansing, toning, and moisturising.
LW: I cleanse and moisturise at night and try to use a facemask twice a week. I have to wear a lot of makeup for the show so I try to go makeup-free over weekends to give my skin a break.

What’s your number one beauty tip?

DM: Give contouring a go. I’ve started to incorporate it into my makeup routine. It takes longer but it results in a much more defined look and it’s an easy way to accentuate certain features.
LW: Never go to bed wearing makeup! The hours you spend sleeping are crucial for your skin to give it a chance to ‘breathe’ so give it the space it needs.

TV presenter Dineo Moeketsi at the 6th Annual Glamour of the YearAwards on July 26, 2013 in Hyde Park, South Africa. (Photo by Gallo Images / City Press / Leon Sadiki)

Do you experiment with makeup trends?

DM: Yes, always. I remember loving the Amy Winehouse ‘liner flick’ and trying it myself. If I see a trend I like, I’ll give it a try and then decide if it’s something that suits me.
LW: Not really. I have found my look and I usually play that look up or down depending on the event I’m attending.

What’s a big no-no to you when it comes to beauty?

DM: A shiny face is my big no-no. It’s important to check your makeup as the day progresses and apply a bit of powder to make sure that you don’t have a greasy sheen.
LW: Shaving off your eyebrows and drawing them on … NO!

Leigh-Anne Williams. Picture: Actorvate

Who inspires you locally when it comes to beauty trends?

DM: Nandi Mngoma inspires all of my beauty decisions. Her beauty looks effortless and that is what we should all aim for.
LW: My local inspiration is Minni Dlamini. I love that she can go from girl-next-door to red carper glamour all while being down to earth and relatable.

Any natural beauty secrets to share with The Lo Down readers?

Both: WATER.
DM: Drink water. It’s really the best way to stay healthy and look naturally beautiful.
LW: I try to drink 2 to 3 litres a day to flush my system of toxins and help hydrate my skin.

To keep up with all that Moeketsi and Williams are up to, follow them on twitter: @TheRealDineo and @LeighAnne_Will.