Finding the perfect skincare routine for your face is a major feat, but it isn’t the only routine you should be manifesting. While we can certainly understand why you would make your face a priority—hello, everyone sees it—bodycare is a must, too. 

In fact, your body requires just as much TLC as your face. According to experts, the skin on your neck and chest is also more prone to premature aging than the skin on your face, which is all the more reason to start showing those areas (and below) more attention!

Luckily, it doesn’t have to take up too much of your time. With these bodycare hacks, you’ll be noticing the difference before you know it. Scroll to discover our best bodycare hacks for great skin…

Embrace dry body brushing

A favourite of celebrities and models since forever, dry body brushing really makes a difference to how your skin looks – and how you feel. Dry brushing is one of those rare things that feels just as good when you do it yourself as when someone else does it to you, and it’s incredibly easy to incorporate into your routine. Most experts recommend dry brushing for 2-3 minutes in the morning, rather than before bed because they believe it has energising qualities. To do it yourself, start at your feet and brush upward toward the heart. Similarly, when you start on your arms, begin at the hands and work upward. Use firm, small strokes upward, or work in a circular motion. For the stomach, work in a clockwise direction. Harsh exfoliation is never the point; be sure not to press too hard or use a brush that’s too stiff. The skin should never be scratched or damaged.

Exfoliate regularly

We all love to exfoliate the skin on our face for a super-sized dose of glow, but it’s important not to overdo it and risk the health of your barrier. The skin on your body, however, is better suited to exfoliation and loves a good scrub. Because it is typically tougher than your face, you don’t have to be quite as wary about scrubbing your bod too much, or too often.

Two or three times a week, exfoliate your body by adding a formula like Ethique’s yummy smelling Lime & Ginger Body Polish into your shower routine and gently massaging it onto your skin. Be sure to focus on your elbows, knees, and heels, which are more likely to have rough patches that need extra attention.

Moisturise in the shower

Definitely the lazy – or busy! – girl’s option when it comes to bodycare post-shower, adding a moisturiser or body oil to wet skin can be a game-changer. It serves to lock the water into the skin and helps you get the most from any formula, creating a hydrolipidic film that locks in moisture to intensify hydration. It’s also a great idea if you find the feel of body oil too much – applying to wet skin increases product absorbency and prevents any greasy, oily residue that can come from applying oil directly to dry skin. An oil we love is Pure Body Luxe Awaken, which is a glorious mix of the uplifting aromas of bergamot and orange oils combined with hints of tangerine that is the perfect pick me up in the morning.

Speed up your glow up

If you’re going out at night and showing some skin, consider using a body oil straight from the shower for an extra glow. You can even add a dollop of a liquid highlighter to the oil for seriously sexy skin, a secret that makeup artists have been using on their clients for red carpet appearances for years now. It’s especially a winner for legs, with gleaming pins a real head turner if you’re still sporting a post-summer tan.

Take it top to toe

Dry, cracked heels are a big issue for many, especially as we enter the winter months and spend a lot more time rugged up in socks and boots. Rather than indulging in way too many pedicures than your bank account can handle, the easiest way to fix cracked heels and dryness is to apply a thick moisturiser to your feet before bed and wear socks overnight. Following this nighttime routine for a few days will make it a lot better, and fast!

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