Your legs can get neglected at this time of year, especially if they’ve been buried under 100 layers all winter long. While good genes and regular workouts count for a lot, the right products and prep can help them look their best.
Do the prep
Shed dry, flaky skin and those annoying red bumps with a lactic acid-enriched body exfoliator. Apply Placecol Body Exfoliator (R395, Perfect 10) to dry legs, and buff in before rinsing off. The non-messy gel works to address any crêpey, uneven texture, leaving you with unbelievably silky shins.
Smooth operator
After exfoliating, your skin is prepared for a closer, smoother shave – it helps lift ingrown hairs and stops dead skin from clogging the blades of your razor. For a smoother shave, change your razor head regularly and shave with a shower oil. Elevate your leg shave to spa-like levels with Nivea Pampering Shower Oil (R83.99, Clicks), for nourished, conditioned skin that is ready for your best spring dress.
Skin soothers
Legs can be prone to dryness, so use a nourishing shower gel, such as CeraVe Hydrating Cleanser (R499, takealot.com), followed by a body cream or oil to lock in moisture.
We love Caudalíe Vinotherapist Hyaluronic Nourishing Body Lotion (R475, skins.co.za) – it leaves limbs gleaming.
Ingrown hairs and bumpy skin texture won’t stand a chance against Gatineau Body Lotion with A.H.A (R750, Orlean Cosmetics). Formulated with AHAs, it will smooth out problem areas and even out skin texture.
Compiled by Savanna Douglas
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