THE BODY BASICS
When thinking about looking your best on your wedding day, as well as thinking about a fabulous skincare regime for your face, you also need to think about making sure that your body is in the best condition it can be. I’m asked about it a lot, as brides know that not only will they have their photograph taken on the big days itself, but they also have their honeymoon to consider.
We all know that if you are wanting to ’shape up’ then exercise and the right diet is essential. Using products to compliment your exercise routine and diet will definitely help the texture/ tone of your skin. There are many ranges available on the high street if your budget for body products is less, but if you are looking for a high-end, serious skincare brand that will deliver serious results, then definitely check out the range below from Anne Sémonin. I’ve used their gorgeous face products in the past and was really impressed with the results, so I was very excited to try a few of their body products. I’ve been using the Draining Intensive Complexes and i’m really impressed with the results – the areas I have been using them on are definitely smoother/ more toned and because I am working out so much at the moment, the combination of the products and exercise has given me brilliant results.
Here’s more about the Body Basics range:
Soft, smooth and dimple free…this year, Parisian beauty expert Anne Sémonin ensures that every part of the body is kept buffed and beautiful. With a range of hero and new body products, skin will be exfoliated, moisturised, smoothed and line free.
Black Sand Body Scrub – the body buffer
The Black Sand Body Scrub combines the benefits of white salt and black sand from Tahiti with the softening and hydrating properties of Jojoba, Calendula and Sweet Almond oils. Bursting with active marine ingredients and mineral salts, the Black Sand Body Scrub revitalises the skin and stimulates cellular renewal. Effective at eliminating impurities, this wonder scrub works its magic, purifying and hydrating the skin to render it velvety soft, smooth and glowing with health. The skin is left feeling and looking wonderfully clean and fresh.
(200ml; £78)
Botanical Body Oil – the body nourisher
A post shower essential, the Botanical Body Oil ensures skin is kept soft and supple after the drying effects of a day in the sun. Mentally uplifting and mood enhancing, essential oils of Lavender, Mandarin, Oregano and Peanut combine with nourishing Hazelnut Oil and Moisturising Sesame Oil to create an aromatic bathroom experience.
(200m; £71)
Lipoliss – the cellulite blitzer
Dust of your bikni and prepare for body confidence with this new and innovative anti cellulite gel designed to smooth away the appearance of cellulite and improve the firmness of those much dreaded problem areas – arms, stomach, buttocks, thighs, hips and knees. Maximising the benefits of Sea Lotus extract, Lipoliss helps keep adipocytes active, maximising fat breakdown and drainage. Combined with the use of caffeine, Lipoliss actively firms the skin and helps reduce the formation of new fat calls while boosting the elimination of fat and toxins. A body essential. (150ml ; £59)
Draining Intensive Complexes – the all-round body soother
This ‘hot’ formula is designed to break down fatty deposits and aid lymphatic drainage to tackle cellulite and sooth tired or strained muscles. The essential oils of Cinnamon, Rosemary and Ginger combine with the trace elements of Gourd Extract, Horsetail and Seawater to sooth digestive problems, tackle cellulite and target worry areas. Relieving aching muscles, the Draining Intensive Complex is brilliant to use after a gym session or run, or when a body detox is needed. Add a few drops of each into the Botanical Body Milk for extra hydration.
(30ml; £61 each)
Anne Sémonin products can be purchased online at www.annesemonin.com, at Liberty Regent St, London and at all 150 Anne Sémonin spas worldwide.
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