Summer has arrived and we must overcome the anxiety related to the need to unveil our skin. We have to deal with the heat, the sun, the humidity, the hydration and a few extra pounds. There would be many and long treatments to prepare the body, skin, hair, hands and feet to the summer, however, if you realize it only now, there are eight basic beauty secrets that will make you magnificent sirens in an easy and pleasant way.

Nutrition and lots of water

The first tip is to pay particular attention to your diet by purifying your body from the inside, fruit and vegetables will be your best friends, while sugars and fats of all kinds are to be avoided as much as possible. A good habit to acquire right from the start, and valid throughout the year, is to drink at least two liters of water a day, drinking a little and often during the day. It may be useful to have a personal bottle to keep with you so you can check the amount of water you drink.

Hair

Summer stress puts a strain on your hair, to counteract the first thing to do is to cut the split ends, eliminating the damaged part will give more strength and shine to your hair. It will also be very useful to take vitamins A, B2, B4, B5 H and H, magnesium and iron using both supplements, both homeopathic and natural products, and through foods rich in these substances. In addition to the sun and salt, chlorine also weakens the hair, if you often go to the pool it will be good to use nutrient masks, such as jojoba and shea butter, and protective oils, linseed and argan on all. Do not worry that the hair may get fat, the secret is to apply mask and oils avoiding treatment near the roots or on the scalp and dedicating yourself to lengths and ends, massaging to make it penetrate.

Skin

To make the skin smooth and perfect for sun exposure, care must be taken primarily in depilation and hydration. For hair removal, use non-aggressive methods and always associate creams or restorative masks that can restore the health of the epidermis. It is also good to perform at least one scrub per week. Valid alternatives to the products on the market are the DIY scrubs, which can be made with natural products easy to find in every home, for example by mixing salt with olive oil and a teaspoon of honey. You can also add essential oils to make it very pleasant.

Tanning

Proceed gradually by starting with short exposures of a few minutes, on the balcony or in the garden, never forgetting the protection. In this way you will get your body used to the sun rays, avoiding the risk of irritation and burns. Afterwards you will be ready to sunbathe at the beach or in the pool. To keep the tan longer and always have a soft and well-cured body, you could use a light shower gel, for example an apricot that keeps the amber color even on days off from the beach, and remember to spread plenty of moisturizing cream after a shower, better if still wet. In this way you will allow the cream to enter deeper and act more effectively, the hydrated skin is elastic and luminous. But tanning is also favored by food, apricots, squash, carrots, melons, peaches and all foods rich in beta-carotene are ideal for summer sun exposure. Alternatively, opt for red foods such as tomatoes, peppers, strawberries and pink grapefruit.

Face

Without doubt it is among the most delicate parts of the body. In summer it is good not to be too aggressive with the application of creams and make-up, just choose a delicate and moisturizing cream to apply in the morning and evening. For make-up prefer a BB cream or CC cream to the foundation that could be too suffocating for the skin. Finally, pay attention to the protection from ultraviolet rays. Among creams on sale it will be possible to find many with the included SPF protection to be protected even when you do not go to the beach.

Lips

The most vulnerable point of the face, nourish the mouth in depth with simple shea butter, prolonging the hydration even on the beach adding sunscreen. In this way you will avoid the formation of the annoying Herpes Labial.

Hands

Nothing speaks of us as hands do, so it is essential to take care of them, especially in summer. Always put a moisturizer and sunscreen before exiting, gently massaging until it is completely absorbed, in this way the local circulation is also stimulated. Always wear gloves for household or fatigue work. Never wash your hands with too hot water, always look for a medium temperature, this advice may be also applied when having a shower. Periodically make oil packs, even the olive one is fine. And choose the color of the nail polish according to your age and profession, opting for a lively, serious, refined or fun look.

Feet

Feet awaken after a long slumber in closed shoes, with the hot season they finally see the light with sandals and flip-flops, but salt, heat and atmospheric agents act negatively on them ruining nails and skin, especially the area around the heel. A useful treatment is to soak your feet in a tub of warm water for 10/15 minutes, leaving them to soak with a few drops of argan oil. At the end of the treatment let some cold water flow. It will give relief and well-being to the whole body.