As the summer sun creeps up on us, it’s time to get serious about preparing your body for the season. We’ve already started preparing for the summer in the clinic with our extensive range of body care products and treatments designed to help you look and feel your best. Here’s your ultimate guide to summer body preparation, focusing on skincare, body care, diet, exercise, and advanced treatments to tackle key concerns like cellulite, toning, and fat reduction.
Review Your Skincare and Body Care Routine
Skincare Routine:
Summer means more exposure to the sun, which can lead to skin damage and dryness. Switch to a lighter moisturiser with SPF, such as SVR’s SebiaClear Crème SPF 50 or Innoaesthetics SUN DEFENSE SPF 50+, and consider incorporating products with antioxidants to combat free radical damage. Don’t forget to exfoliate regularly to keep your skin smooth and glowing. To help keep your skin smooth and glowing throughout summer, it’s important to exfoliate regularly. Our top three exfoliators that can be used once or twice a week are: 1 – iS Clinical Cleansing Complex Polish, which thoroughly cleanses the surface and pores of the skin without drying or stripping essential natural oils. 2 – SVR Laboratoire Dermatologique 2in1 Scrub Lift unblocks pores and smooths and nourishes skin. 3 – Juliette Armand Elements Cacao Exfoliating Cream, which gently removes the skin’s dead cells without causing irritation, leaving it smooth and bright.
Bodycare Routine:
To achieve glowing, hydrated skin this summer, it’s essential to incorporate body scrubs and moisturisers into your daily routine. Removing dead skin and the buildup of gradual tan or fake tan can help refine skin texture and help brighten the skin. This is the first step in your body care routine. We love Juliette Armand’s Bamboo Coconut Exfoliating Body Wash. You can use it daily in the shower, along with a body puff to really help keep the skin smooth and refined.
Follow up with a hydrating body lotion to help lock in moisture. If extra hydration is needed, body butter is best. We can’t get enough of Juliette Armand’s luxurious Body Butter. This fresh-smelling moisturising body cream containing Cocoa Butter, Avocado Oil, and aloe vera instantly restores the skin’s moisture balance while helping it regain its lost elasticity. If you want to add some shimmer to the skin for those summer nights out, then the Innoaesthetics Perfect Glow gives amazing sparkle to the skin!
When the skin needs more nourishment and repair, then our go-to is the Environ combination of Environ Body EssentiA Derma Lac Lotion to deeply moisturise and soften your skin along with brightening the skin and Environ Body EssentiA Vitamin A, C & E Body Oil to help with your skin texture, the Vitamin A helps repair skin blemishes and improving scarring and stretch marks. These two great environmental body products are mixed together for the most effective results on the body; when used post-shower, there is no need to towel dry as the damp skin can aid better penetration to the skin.
Cellulite is one of the biggest skin concerns we see here in the clinic, and there are some effective homecare products that can help; look out for those containing caffeine, as they can help reduce the appearance of cellulite. We have two favourites: the Juliette Armand Triple Action Shape Gel, which is specially formulated for bodies with cellulite, localized fat, and loose skin. This gel works to improve the texture of “orange peel” skin while enhancing overall skin firmness. Its potent formula targets problem areas, smoothing and toning the skin for a more refined appearance. The Environ Tri-Complex Body Contouring gel is scientifically formulated with a powerful tri-complex of ingredients to assist in visibly smoothing, firming and reshaping the appearance of specific areas such as the upper arms, abdomen, buttocks, thighs, knees and jawline.
Stretch marks can be another big concern post-pregnancy or weight loss. It’s important to keep the skin as hydrated as possible. If you need help, the Juliette Armand Stretch Firm Cream helps reinforce the elasticity of the skin and reduces the appearance of stretch marks.
Suggested Homecare Routine
- Dry body brushing before you get in the shower
- Shower using a mild exfoliating wash
- Apply body firming and/or toning cream to the treated area
- Moisturise the skin daily with a good, nourishing body cream
Pre-Holiday Facials:
Our Signature Facial is the ultimate treatment for both pre-holiday preparation and post-holiday recovery. Before your holiday, enjoy a light exfoliation paired with essential vitamins and hydration to ensure your skin looks radiant and healthy. Post-holiday, this facial helps reduce pigmentation and restores moisture lost from sun exposure, keeping your skin smooth and hydrated.
Diet and Exercise for a Summer-Ready Body
Diet:
A balanced diet is crucial for maintaining healthy skin and a toned body. Focus on whole foods rich in vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. Stay hydrated by drinking plenty of water, and reduce your sugar and processed foods intake, which can contribute to cellulite and weight gain. We also recommend reducing your white carbohydrate intake, as it helps to reduce bloating through the summer.
Exercise:
Incorporate a mix of cardio and strength training into your routine. Cardio exercises like running, swimming, or cycling help burn fat, while strength training exercises like squats, lunges, and planks tone your muscles. Don’t forget to stretch to improve flexibility and reduce the risk of injury.
Advanced Body Treatments for Key Concerns
How Can I Improve Cellulite?
Cellulite is a common concern, but we offer several effective treatments to help smooth and tighten the skin:
- Radio Frequency: Radio waves heat the deeper layers of your skin, stimulating collagen production and reducing the appearance of cellulite.
- CACI ECM Treatment: Famously used by Kylie Minogue, this treatment uses electrical muscle stimulation to target cellulite and lift the buttocks.
- Lymphatic Drainage: This helps reduce fluid retention and improve circulation, which can minimize the appearance of cellulite.
To support these treatments, you can pair them with Juliette Armand’s Triple Action Shape Gel to help with cellulite, localised fatty deposits, and loose skin. It also improves the texture of “orange peel” skin and enhances the texture of the skin.
How Can I Help Tone My Arms?
For those looking to tone their arms, we recommend:
- CACI Body Muscle Toning: This non-invasive treatment uses electrical pulses to tone and firm muscles, which is perfect for defining your arms.
- Ultrasound Cavitation: This treatment breaks down fat cells, which can then be naturally eliminated by the body, helping to tone and contour your arms.
- Radio Frequency: Radio waves heat the deeper layers of your skin, stimulating collagen production and helping tone upper arms.
How Can I Help Reduce My Stomach Fat?
Stomach fat can be particularly stubborn, but these treatments can help:
- LaserLipo: This laser treatment targets and breaks down fat cells, which are then naturally eliminated by the body.
- Ultra Body Contouring: A combination of ultrasound cavitation, radio frequency, and other advanced techniques to effectively reduce fat and contour the body.
- Lymphatic Drainage helps reduce fluid retention, improve circulation, reduce bloating, and flush out toxins from the body.
For skincare products to help tackle stretch marks, you can use Juliette Armand Stretch Firm Cream. This cream reinforces the elasticity of the skin and reduces the appearance of stretch marks. It is ideal for skin-tightening upper arms.
Comprehensive Body Contouring Treatments
Our Advanced Fat Reduction and Ultra Body Contouring treatments combine multiple techniques for optimal results for those seeking an all-encompassing approach. These treatments are tailored to your specific needs, ensuring you achieve a slimmer, more toned physique. Combining the modalities of this treatment can really help to give better results.
You can also benefit from a complimentary 10-minute post-treatment session on my Power Plate. This high-frequency vibration platform helps to accelerate weight loss and fat reduction while aiding in overall body slimming. It’s a great addition to enhance the effects of your treatment, ensuring you achieve your body goals more efficiently.
Get Ready for Summer with us!
Preparing your body for summer doesn’t have to be daunting. With the right skincare and body care routine, a balanced diet, regular exercise, and advanced body treatments, you can achieve your summer body goals. At RR Skin, Body & Laser Clinic, we’re here to support you every step of the way with personalised treatments and expert advice.
Prior to all treatments, a consultation is recommended so we can assess what treatment is right for you with a personalised treatment plan. You can book this via the website and take the first step towards your ideal summer body! You’ll also be provided ongoing support on your body confidence journey with diet and nutrition throughout from Natalie, who is also happy to answer all questions.
