The sandals are out, the holiday countdown is on and suddenly we’re remembering that our feet have been hidden away for months.
Before you start thinking about nail colours and summer glow, there’s one job worth tackling first. Your feet.
A little attention now can make all the difference, especially if dry heels and hard skin have made themselves comfortable over winter. From smoother feet with Footlogix to glowing skin with SPARITUAL and glossy nails with CND, here’s our easy summer beauty routine.
Start With Sandal Ready Feet
If there’s one thing that signals the start of summer, it’s wearing sandals for the first time and immediately questioning whether your feet were actually ready for public viewing.
That’s where Footlogix Ultimate "At Home" Foot Care Combo comes in.
Designed to tackle dry, rough areas and hard skin, it gives you an easy way to give your feet some proper attention at home.
Apply the callus softener directly to dry and rough areas, then give it a few minutes to absorb. There’s no rinsing needed.
Next, use the double-sided stainless steel foot file. Start with the coarse side to work on calluses and harder areas, then switch to the fine side to smooth everything over.
It’s simple, effective and considerably easier than trying to hide your heels in sandals all summer.
Keep The Smooth Feeling Going
Doing the occasional at-home pedicure is great, but looking after your feet regularly is what helps keep them feeling good.
Footlogix Daily Maintenance Formula makes that part easy.
The lightweight mousse is designed for normal to dry skin and uses Dermal Infusion Technology with urea to deliver fast-absorbing hydration.
Apply it to clean, dry feet each day to help maintain that smoother, softer feeling.
It only takes a moment, which means it’s one of those beauty habits you might actually keep up.
Feet sorted. Now we can move upwards.
Buff Away Dull Winter Skin
Arms and legs have spent long enough hiding under layers too.
When warmer weather arrives, a good body exfoliator is one of the quickest ways to get skin feeling fresh again.
SPARITUAL Jasmine Tuberose Body Polish combines coconut sugar with jojoba oil, sunflower oil and ginger root extract to gently buff away dull skin while helping to condition it at the same time.
Massage it over damp skin in the shower, concentrating on areas that tend to feel a little rougher.
Then enjoy the Jasmine Tuberose scent, which makes an ordinary shower feel considerably more summery.
Follow With Plenty Of Moisture
Once your skin has been exfoliated, don’t stop there.
Follow with SPARITUAL Jasmine Tuberose Body Creme to help keep skin feeling soft, smooth and nourished.
The formula contains aloe, jojoba oil, shea butter and tamarind seed and is designed to nourish the skin while supporting elasticity.
Using the polish and body creme together also layers the same Jasmine Tuberose fragrance, so your body care routine feels that little bit more luxurious.
Exactly what we want from summer beauty.
Time For A Fresh Summer Colour
Now for the fun bit.
There’s something about changing your nail colour that instantly makes it feel like summer has arrived.
Choose your favourite CND Vinylux Polish shade depending on your mood. Go bright with coral, keep things classic with red or choose a neutral shade that goes with absolutely everything in your suitcase.
Vinylux requires no lamp, so it’s ideal for doing your nails at home before a holiday, weekend away or simply because the sun has finally decided to make an appearance.
Finish with CND Vinylux Gel Like Effect Top Coat for a glossy gel look.
It uses Pro Light Technology to build shine and strength over the days following application, without the need for a UV lamp or soak off removal.
Fresh summer nails without turning the evening into a full salon appointment.
Give Your Nails A Little Extra Care
Colour gets most of the attention, but healthy-looking nails and cuticles make a manicure look even better.
CND SolarOil is an easy addition to your daily routine, particularly during summer when swimming, chlorine, sun cream and regular hand washing can leave cuticles feeling dry.
The formula contains jojoba oil, sweet almond oil, rice bran oil and vitamin E.
Massage a small drop into your nails and cuticles each day to help keep them feeling soft, flexible and conditioned.
Keep it next to your hand cream or pop it into your handbag so it’s there when you remember.
Your Summer Beauty Routine Sorted
You don’t need dozens of products or hours of prep to feel ready for summer.
Start with Footlogix to tackle hard skin and keep feet feeling smooth.
Use SPARITUAL to exfoliate and moisturise your body when skin needs a little post-winter attention.
Then finish things off with CND for fresh colour, glossy nails and cared for cuticles.
A few simple steps and suddenly those sandals, summer dresses and holiday plans feel a lot closer.
And if the British weather changes its mind tomorrow?
At least your feet look good.
