The Internet is a bit over-run at the moment with people talking about summer bodies; for me, though, a summer body means loving what you've got and taking good care of yourself, rather than battling to lose a few pounds and making yourself miserable. I try to be healthy all year round, but I also like cake, and that's fine. However, I am a little bit obsessed at the moment with achieving gorgeous, silky-smooth limbs...
I talked a couple of days ago about this
shower-time duo from Forever Living; the Relaxation Shower Gel* has a lovely relaxing scent of Lavender and leaves my skin feeling super-soft, as well as being lovely to shave with! I was actually really surprised as my skin can be so sensitive when it comes to shaving, but I've had no irritation at all using this. I like to use it with a pair of exfoliating gloves to help keep my skin super-soft. The Aloe Scrub* is perfect on my upper arms, and has worked brilliantly to keep peeling at bay when I've spent a little too long in the sun *slapped wrist*.
Please note I am no longer recommending, purchasing, accepting for review, or otherwise using products from Multi-Level Management (MLM) companies due to their dubious ethicality. I am therefore no longer recommending Forever Living products.
Once a week or so, I like to go in with a more intensive scrub on my legs, which are quite prone to ingrown hairs; the Boots Extracts Mango Sugar Scrub smells every bits as beautiful as it sounds -perfect for summer - and leaves my legs feeling
amazing. I also picked up a dry body brush lately and have been trying to give my legs a good brush once or twice a day; it's meant to be really good for cellulite as it improves your circulation, but I'm just loving how soft my skin feels afterwards!
Finally, for a nice dose of moisture, I'm loving The Body Shop's Hemp Body Butter, especially after swimming or shaving, which can both dry my legs out. For a lighter option, the Dove Purely Pampering Pistachio Cream & Magnolia Oil smells bloomin' gorgeous and gives a lovely sheen to my skin. It's not the most moisturising of products, so I only use this on days where my skin hasn't taken any abuse - but it still feels like a nice treat!
What are your summer body must-haves? What products do you always bring out when the sun starts to put in an appearance?
xo
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Oh I am now going to check out your summer body must haves. I tend to not switch up my routine other than adding more summer smells like coconut haha.
ReplyDeleteEmily
Oh, there's nothing more summery than a coconut-scented product! :D xo
DeleteI always love discovering new beauty products and these all sound wonderful! I especially like the sound of the Relaxation Shower Gel - lavender is so relaxing. The Mango Sugar Scrub sounds fantastic too.
ReplyDeleteThey are all lovely April! I'd definitely recommend both the shower gel and the scrub! <3 xo
Deletescrubbing scrubbing scrubbing for life!!! I totally do the same..then I apply self tanner because I don't like my mozzarella skin otherwise..on the other hand, after holidays I lay off scrubs and just moisturize everyday to keep my tan as long as possible!
ReplyDeleteOh I'm not really a self-tan user, I can't imagine it ending well for me haha! I don't mind being pale :) xo
DeleteThis is a great post Jess! I have a couple of weddings coming up this summer that I'm desperate to get smooth legs for! The Mango Sugar Scrub sounds gorgeous, I'll certainly be giving this a try! xxx
ReplyDeleteThank you Faye! Yes, weddings are always a big one in the summer - I hope you love the mango scrub! xo
DeleteI have been dying to try that Mango Sugar scrub!!! xX
ReplyDeleteIt's gorgeous Kynia, I definitely recommend picking it up if you get chance! xo
DeleteThese products are ace hun, I love knowing what other people like and don't like it makes me want to try them x
ReplyDeleteOh definitely, I love trying new things and seeing what people enjoy using! xo
DeleteThere are some interesting products there, it has been a while since anything from The Body Shop has grabbed my attention.
ReplyDeleteI love The Body Shop! I'm desperate to try the new Pinita Colada range haha xo
DeleteI totally agree! I'm not all that obsessed with trying to be fit in the summer. Mostly I'm concerned with sun protection and not feeling like a lizard! The Body Shop Coconut Body Scrub is one of my all-time favorite summer essential products. It smells delicious, and I love that it stays scrubby and doesn't start to dissolve away like sugar or salt scrubs do.
ReplyDeletei need to keep that aloe scrub in mind. i know I'm gonna get burn this summer haha
ReplyDeleteOhhhhh that Mango Sugar Scrub not only looks fabulous sounds fabulous too!! Although I hate to shave my legs, Texas is NOT a state you can wear pants all the time in the heat, so gotta do what I gotta do!! LOL-have a great week!
ReplyDeleteI love this post! I always tell myself I need to look after my body more. Never thought of a scrub when it comes to ingrown hairs especially on my legs too. I need to test out the Boots Mango Sugar Scrub. Thanks for the heads up. Saying that though... I haven't had much a reason to get me ol' legs out ... Where is summer?!?!
ReplyDeleteCharlotte x
I'm currently loving Lush' Smugglers Soul as a face scrub, their porridge soap for body and Palmer's cocoa butter for moisture. Im a bit boring to be honest - I tend to stick with what I know so it's great to get a recommendation. X
ReplyDeleteThe Mango sugar scrub sounds absolutely delightful to me x
ReplyDeleteI love the Body shop coconut body butter, I heard the hemp one was amazing! Lovely post, thanks for sharing.
ReplyDeleteI have been loving body shop body sorbet, which is so light and feels refreshing on skin. Great selection of products x
ReplyDeleteLaura
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