Terms and Conditions
Effective Date: 10/10/2025
Last Updated: 10/10/2025
- Introduction
Welcome to Simuka Ambience (“we,” “us,” “our”). By accessing or using our website simukaambience.co.za (the “Site”), purchasing our products, or engaging with our services, you agree to be bound by these Terms and Conditions (“Terms”). Please read them carefully before using our Site.
If you do not agree with these Terms, you must not use this website.
- Company Information
Business Name: Simuka Ambience
Email: simuka.ambience@gmail.com
Phone: 068 538 5120
Address: 8 Galleon Crescent, Gordon’s Bay, Cape Town, South Africa
- Eligibility
By using this Site, you confirm that you are at least 18 years old or are using the Site under the supervision of a parent or guardian.
- Products and Availability
All products shown on our Site are subject to availability.
We reserve the right to:
- Discontinue or modify products without prior notice.
- Limit the quantities of any product available for purchase.
- Substitute packaging (e.g., jars) with similar sustainable alternatives without affecting product quality.
We make every effort to display accurate product images and descriptions; however, slight variations in colour, scent, or packaging may occur because each product is hand-crafted.
- Pricing
All prices listed on our Site are in South African Rand (ZAR) and include VAT unless otherwise stated.
Prices are subject to change without notice. The price applicable is the one displayed at checkout when you place your order.
- Orders and Payment
To purchase products, you must provide accurate and complete information at checkout. Once an order is placed, you will receive an order confirmation via email.
We accept the following payment methods:
- Credit/debit card payments via secure payment gateway
- EFT (Electronic Funds Transfer)
- Other methods as listed at checkout
Your order will only be processed once full payment is received and cleared.
- Shipping and Delivery
We deliver throughout South Africa. Estimated delivery timeframes are provided at checkout and may vary depending on your location.
- Delivery Fees: Displayed at checkout and included in your total order value.
- Delays: While we aim for timely delivery, we are not responsible for delays caused by courier services, unforeseen circumstances, or incorrect delivery details provided by you.
- Risk: Risk passes to you once the order has been delivered to your specified address.
- Returns, Refunds, and Exchanges
We want you to love your Simuka Ambience products. If you are not fully satisfied, please contact us within 7 days of delivery at simuka.ambience@gmail.com.
We will consider returns or exchanges in the following cases:
- The product is damaged or defective upon arrival.
- You received the wrong item.
To be eligible for a return:
- Items must be unused and in their original packaging.
- Proof of purchase must be provided.
We do not accept returns for:
- Used candles or diffusers.
- Sale or promotional items.
- Change of mind.
Refunds will be processed to your original payment method within 7–10 business days after the returned product is received and inspected.
- Intellectual Property
All content on this Site—including text, images, logos, graphics, videos, and product descriptions—is the property of Simuka Ambience or its licensors and is protected by copyright and trademark laws.
You may not reproduce, distribute, modify, or use any content from this Site without prior written consent.
- Use of the Website
You agree not to:
- Use the Site for fraudulent or unlawful purposes.
- Attempt to gain unauthorized access to the Site or its systems.
- Disrupt or interfere with the Site’s functionality.
We reserve the right to terminate or restrict your access to the Site at any time for violations of these Terms.
- Limitation of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by law, Simuka Ambience and its affiliates will not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, or consequential damages arising from your use of the Site or purchase of our products.
This includes (but is not limited to) loss of profits, data, or business interruption—even if we were advised of the possibility of such damages.
- Indemnification
You agree to indemnify and hold harmless Simuka Ambience, its directors, employees, and partners from any claims, damages, losses, or expenses arising from your use of this Site or violation of these Terms.
- Privacy
Your use of this Site is also governed by our Privacy Policy, which explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information in compliance with POPIA.
- Governing Law and Jurisdiction
These Terms are governed by the laws of the Republic of South Africa. Any disputes shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the South African courts.
- Changes to Terms
We may update these Terms from time to time. Updated versions will be posted on this page with a revised effective date. Your continued use of the Site after such updates constitutes acceptance of the new Terms.
- Contact Us
If you have questions about these Terms, please contact us:
📧 simuka.ambience@gmail.com
📞 068 538 5120
8 Galleon Crescent, Gordon’s Bay, Cape Town, South Africa
