Ok, let’s say summer is right around the corner and you have been so busy that the thought of doing anything to prepare you for your feet in sandals or showing off your arms or legs has gone out the window.
Here are some quick tips that can get you ready for this summer without it being a headache and without spending the big bucks!
1. Summer Tan
Ok, so it certainly is easier to make it through the winter with little or no tan at all, but as soon as tank tops and shorts are in season, it’s an entirely different story. I’m not a fan of fake baking (aka going to the tanning salon) or even spending hours outside in the sun. I’ve become super health conscious when it comes to sun damage so I just rather not. Also, I’ve tried the spray tanning, but let’s be honest, that screams maintenance. And I don’t have the time or patience or money to keep that up!
There have been several fake tanners out there, both lotions and the mouse application which I have really liked but I would say my ultimate favorite are the face and body drops. This allows you to easily add it to any body lotion you are currently using and also enables you to control how dark the tan is.
My favorite are …. They have both body and face tanner in the drops and I love being able to mix them into my body lotion or my face cream. Sometimes the no makeup look with a little tan is exactly what I’m looking for in the summer!
2. Soft Feet
The worst thing about summer, at least where I’m from, is keeping up with the pedicures and keeping the feet nice and soft. It get’s so dry and when you are constantly wearing flip flops and open shoes it makes it difficult to keep the heels soft. And I get self conscious if I know my heels are dry and cracked. Even going to get a pedicure regularly doesn’t seem to keep the heels from drying out.
I swear by Baby Feet. These are at home dry skin removal booties that make your feet oh so super soft. The process itself is kind of gross condering your feet shed like a snake. However, you are left with baby soft fresh skin that you will not be scared to show in summer shoes.
3. Teeth Whitening
I tend to drink a lot of coffee and tea so I’ve noticed my teeth don’t stay as white as they used to. I really am a fan of Dr.George’s. This teeth whitening seems to work better for me then the Cresty White Strips do. You can insert the gel into a teeth whitening tray or just spread it on your teeth with a qtip. Tip: If you buy a mouth guard online for really cheap you can microwave it in hot water and mold the guard to your teeth to create a tray. Dr. George really gets the job done and doesn’t seem to cause any sensitivity to my teeth either which is a huge win as I’ve tried others that do.
4. Smooth Legs
I don’t know about you, but it seems like I have to shave my legs all of the time! I’m very particular too about getting a really good razor that makes my legs oh so soft. The one that I’ve been loving so much lately that makes my skin very soft as it gets a close but gentle shave and lasts longer are the My Billie Razors. This is a subscription that sends razors to your door. These are specifically made for women! The razors have five blades and charcoal shave soap surrounding the blade for a soft shave. I get two new razors evey two month for only $9.00. Plus you can pick out your color and cute razor holder that sticks to your shower wall. They are made specifically for women in mind! Interested in spending less for razors and getting by far a better shave in all the right areas. Check out Billie Razors here! They also have other products specifically made for women like shaving lotion, body wash and super hydrating body lotion that keeps your legs soft all day.
5. Only Buy Swim Suit Bottoms
I know this sounds silly, but honestly if you are trying to get a few more swim suits in your rotation this summer, just buy a couple solid color bottoms that you can swap out with different tops. I’ve done this several times because sometimes I have a swim suit and the only reason I don’t love it is because the bottoms aren’t as flattering as they could be. The scrunchy butt bottoms seem to be the most flattering and can interchanged with different tops to get more wear out of your swimsuit collection! There have been quite a few goodies during the summer at Target!
