Even though you’ll be wrapping up more this season, your skin will still need some TLC! Celebrity make-up and skincare guru Nathalie Eleni shares ways to buff your body to perfection
Words: Nathalie Eleni | Shutterstock & various brands
When it comes to improving the appearance of body skin, the secret is often consistency rather than complexity. Gentle exfoliation, proper hydration and a few circulation-boosting habits can dramatically improve dullness, dryness and uneven texture. Whether you’re preparing for a holiday, wedding or simply want to have better skin from head to toe, these are the body heroes and beauty tricks worth knowing about, according to Nathalie Eleni.
Polish & perfect
Removing dead skin cells helps reveal fresher, smoother skin underneath while creating the perfect canvas for moisturiser, fake tan and body make-up. Try dry brushing before showering to stimulate circulation and lymphatic drainage. Use gentle upward strokes towards the heart, starting at the ankles and working upwards. Then in the shower, use a body scrub.
AKT The Foaming Body Scrub
Top Sante verdict
This scrub combines rice and sugar exfoliants with papaya enzymes and nourishing oils to buff away roughness while leaving skin silky rather than stripped- Natural ingredients
- Rice & sugar exfoliant
- Evens skin tone and brightens skin
- Contains nourishing oils
Smoothing secrets
Smooth skin also starts with proper shaving preparation. Soaking in a warm bath or shower for at least 10 minutes beforehand softens both the hair and outer layer of skin, allowing the razor to glide more closely while helping reduce irritation and ingrown hairs. Moisturising shave bars also help prevent irritation and dryness.
Estrid Razor Starter Kit
Top Sante verdict
Perfect for sensitive skin thanks to its flexible head and ergonomic design, which helps minimise nicks and post-shave redness- Made for Sensitive Skin
- Vegan Hydration Strip
- For all skin types, with Aloe and Shea Butter to soothe
- Five-Blade Technology – For a super sharp shave
Glow givers
Smooth skin needs hydration, so slather on balms, butters and oils that contain cocoa butter, shea and vitamin E to deeply nourish while leaving a subtle sheen. And for an added glow, opt for a tanner that can deliver warmth while doubling as a daily moisturiser.
Gatineau Golden Glow Blurring Body Bronze
Top Sante verdict
A quick tan fix that acts almost like body make-up, blurring imperfections while adding warmth and luminosity to legs, shoulders and décolletage- Visibly blurring imperfections and enhancing skin
- Natural-looking sun kissed bronze
- A lightweight, fast-drying, DHA-free formula
- Transfer-resistant
- Contains Vitamin E, Hyaluronic Acid and a trio of Golden Oils
Reduce puffiness
If puffiness or bloating is a concern, gentle lymphatic massage can help encourage fluid movement and circulation. Using light, circular movements, massage your moisturiser upwards from ankles towards thighs and from wrists towards armpits, where clusters of lymph nodes sit. Soft clockwise movements around the stomach area can also feel soothing if you’re feeling sluggish or bloated. The key is to keep pressure gentle rather than deep or forceful.
De-Bloat Lymphatic Body Glaze
Top Sante verdict
A lightweight sculpting and hydrating glaze designed to drain puffiness, boost lymphatic flow, and visibly tighten and tone skin- Supports healthy lymphatic flow daily.
- Helps reduce the look of puffiness.
- Deeply hydrates without a greasy feel.
- Smooths and softens skin’s appearance.
- Lightweight glaze for everyday use.
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