In the Southern hemisphere, many are welcoming the change in seasons. Finally the cold winter months are over and Spring is well and truly with us. A perfect time to take good care of your skin and body and to get ready for the beaches this summer. Our team has once again compiled a few tips to help you spring into summer…read more

As the temperature rises, your skin will need changes in your beauty regimen and the products you use. Here are some health and beauty tips:

• Shed Your Winter Skin

Our bodies slow in the winter and the exfoliation process is no exception. We need to shed off the dying skin cells to reveal younger, newer skin. This simple process can take years off our appearance in a matter of minutes. Exfoliation results to skin that is smoother and more vibrant. When exfoliating, the key is to remove the dead skin cells but leave healthy ones intact. Look for exfoliants that contain gentle natural ingredients. NAT.FACE replenish exfoliating treatment and rebalance treatment scrub is ideal for the face. For the body, everyone loves the NAT.BODY sea salt smoother.

• Unmask beautiful skin

According to beauty professionals, one of the most effective methods in revealing beautiful skin after a long winter is the use of masks. "Masks help to detoxify the skin and are usually gentle exfoliants as well. These are great to help remove debris and toxins. They also encourage the shedding of old dead skin cells for a younger, smoother look."

• Lighten up

With the humidity and high temperature, it’s time to lighten up your moisturisers and body creams. Heavy moisturisers aren't necessary during the summer months because our skin isn't exposed to the harsh environment of winter, heating and extreme cold weather conditions which are factors that can be damaging to skin. Choose natural products that suit your skin type and should be mild, gentle and hydrating.

• Soak up, exercise, eat well and pamper yourself

Drink six to eight glasses of  water every day to hydrate your skin from the inside out and eat plenty of food rich in fiber and vitamins. Walk, swim, cycle or do Yoga and Pilates to boost the immune system. And if you can, indulge and pamper yourself with a regular visit to your beauty therapist for that heavenly massage and facial you deserve.

• Slip, slop, slap

For those who love the beach and the sun, let’s not forget the old cliché, cover up and protect your skin from the harmful UV rays of the sun. As the old advertising campaign goes, Slip on a shirt (or sarong), Slop on some sunscreen and Slap on a hat

Now you’re ready for a sizzling summer.