How to Avoid Embarrassing Summer Problems

Summer’s almost here! But before you throw on a bikini and head to the beach you may want to invest in our summer essential beauty products that’s sure to solve those troublesome (and often embarrassing!) beauty problems that many of us are faced with once the mercury rises. These beauty products we’ve put together will certainly tackle some of your most cringe-worthy summertime dilemmas – and the best part? They’re all price friend. Here’s how to avoid embarrassing summer problems

Problem: Excessive Sweating/ Body Odour

Solution: Perspirex Plus

When the sun’s beating down on us all day we are all conscious of sweat patches and body odour. With an active ingredient of 15% Aluminium Chloride, Perspriex Plus works harder than the Aluminium Chlorohydrate and Zicornum complexes other antiperspirants use, ensuring the protection lasts for at least 120 hours (5 days). £8.49, Boots. 

Problem: Sunburn

Solution: Ladival Sun Protection

If you always end up looking less like a bronzed goddess and more like a tomato, it’s time to start slapping the sun protection on. Ladival is the latest revolution in sun care and the first mainstream brand to protect against harmful Infrared-A rays, (which make up a third of the sun’s damaging rays) as well as both UVA and UVB. £19.99, Tesco and Asda.

Problem: Ingrown Hairs

Solution: The Harley Medical Group Laser Hair Removal

Suffering from shaver’s rash, red itchy bumps and ingrown hairs around the bikini line can easily be avoided. Opting for Laser Hair removal may seem daunting at first but is definitely worth it in the long run as after just one course of treatment it can result in permanent removal of unwanted hair. £120 per treatment, available at The Harley Medical Group clinics nationwide.

Problem: Stretch Marks

Solution: Bio-Oil

Putting on a bikini after the long winter months is a scary thought but there’s no need to worry about any stretch marks that might be on show. Designed to maximise the skin elasticity, helping to prevent the appearance of stretch marks, Bio-Oil is your hero product. It’s also great for sorting out your cuticles. £8.95, Boots

Problem: Red, irritated Complexion

Solution: Avene Eau de Thermale

A bottle of Avene’s Eau de Thermale in your beach bag will ensure your complexion remains cool and collected. Designed for sensitive skin, it’s unique and constant composition gives it soothing and anti-irritating properties. A quick spritz can be used to relieve sunburn, facial redness, razor burn and much more. £6.50, Boots.

Problem: Cracked Heels

 Solution: MICRO Pedi NANO

There’s no need for an expensive trip to the salon to ensure your feet are sandal ready. Providing a perfect pedicure from the comfort of your own home, the new MICRO Pedi NANO uses a unique micro mineral roller which spins at 360 degrees, 30 times a second, to effortlessly and painlessly buff away dry, hard or cracked skin. £29.99 available from Lloyds and Argos.

Problem: Dry Skin

Solution: Cetraben Cream

Dry, peeling skin is inevitable after a long 2 weeks sitting in the sun. Drawing on its prescription heritage Cetraben provides effective and specialist skincare that treats by re-hydrating and protecting skin from irritants, making it less likely that you’ll be suffering from dry, coarse skin. £7.99, Tesco.

Alicia Joy