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.
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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.
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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.
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