The Wellness Journal by Willa Krause Skin Care

What does it take to build a successful beauty business and help women feel truly confident in their own skin?
In this episode of The Wellness Journal, Karmen sits down with Alda van der Merwe, one of Willa Krause Skin Care’s top consultants and the recipient of the 2025 Best Newcomer Award.
Alda shares how she built a loyal client base through genuine relationships, consistent follow-ups and a deep commitment to putting people before sales. Drawing on decades of experience in beauty and interior design, she reflects on the connection between skincare, self-worth and helping others recognise their own beauty and potential.
Together, Karmen and Alda discuss ageing as a privilege, the importance of prevention over correction, how confidence evolves throughout our lives, and the skincare habits every woman should begin as early as possible. Alda also reveals her favourite Willa Krause products, including the simple but essential step she recommends again and again.
A heartfelt conversation about faith, perseverance, meaningful success and embracing every season of life with confidence and gratitude.

In this episode of The Wellness Journal by Willa Krause Skin Care, we sit down with Jenny Albrecht, a long-time Willa Krause salon owner, multiple-time Woman of the Year, and one of the company’s most consistent top performers.
Jenny shares how she left the stress of the corporate world to build a beauty business of her own, and what 23 years in the industry have taught her about perseverance, client trust, customer service, and staying passionate through every season.
From her favourite Willa Krause products to her advice for consultants who want to grow, Jenny offers a beautiful reminder that success is not built overnight. It is built by showing up, serving well, and doing the right things right.
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In this episode of The Wellness Journal by Willa Krause Skin Care, I sit down with Chantell Nienaber, owner of one of Willa Krause’s top salons, to talk about skincare, ageing, acne, business, self-knowledge, and the rituals that help us care for our skin with more intention.
Chantell shares her journey of building a successful salon, her best advice for teenagers struggling with breakouts, her non-negotiables for ageing gracefully, and why skincare should never be treated like a rushed drive-through routine. From SPF and serum cycling to facial yoga, satin pillowcases, hydration, and salon success, this conversation is full of practical tips, wisdom, and heart.
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Everyone wants glowing skin. But somewhere along the way, we started confusing glow with shine, which is actually just over-exfoliation.
In this episode, we’re redefining what healthy, glowing skin actually is and, more importantly, how to achieve it through what I like to call "Lifestyle Skin Care."
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In this episode I sit down with Anne Botma, one of the Willa Krause Skin Care’s top consultants and the winner of Top Salon of the Year multiple times.
Anne has spent decades building a thriving salon business while helping thousands of clients achieve healthier, more radiant skin.
In this conversation, she shares the philosophy behind her incredible success, both in skin care and in business.
This episode is full of practical advice, inspiration, and timeless lessons about skin, wellness, and building a business that truly serves people.
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In this episode, I’m joined by Elmarie Louw, Willa Krause Skin Care's Woman of the Year 2025 and the owner of Basiliah Beauty Salon in Pretoria.
With nearly two decades in the beauty industry, Elmarie shares what she’s learned about skincare, leadership, and what clients are really looking for when they walk into a salon. We talk about why great skincare goes far beyond products, how education and listening build lifelong client relationships, and why ageing well is more about confidence, mindset, and self-respect than chasing perfection.
This conversation also dives into leadership in the beauty industry, building a business from small beginnings, mentoring therapists, and staying grounded through challenges. 
Above all, this is a conversation about purpose, serving people well, believing in yourself, and changing lives one client at a time.
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In this very first episode, host Karmen Wiid sits down with Eileen Botes, Head Formulator for Willa Krause Skin Care and CEO of DC Laboratories.
They talk about:
What “where science meets nature” actually looks like in the lab
The unique challenges of South African skin: sun, dryness, pigmentation, and sensitivity
Why not all “active” ingredients on labels are used at effective levels
The role of African oils and extracts in barrier repair and resilience
The biggest myth about luxury skincare and high price tags
The one daily habit Eileen wishes everyone would commit to
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