It’s time for summer vacation style, big weddings, and BBQs. Although we love the sun and warmth on a summer day, the humidity can cause havoc in our beauty routine. The Secret Oasis Spa has compiled some of the most effective beauty tricks to keep you cool in hot weather.
Remember that summer is all about having fun and enjoying every moment. It’s not about trying to get perfect skin. Our beauty hacks, whether you can do them yourself or need to visit a professional at a salon, are designed to save you time and money in the long term.
Long-lasting nails
Professional: You don’t want to worry about chipped nails. You can upgrade your regular polish to Shellac (CND powerful polish) if you’re going to a professional pedicure or manicure. Shellac is applied the same way as nail polish but is also set under UV light. Shellac manicures and pedicures will make nails shine and last for two weeks.
Shellac is a must if you have a habit of using it. After you’re done with nail coloring, get a Shellac to soak off. It will remove old Shellac polishes and give your nails a new look.
DIY: When you do your nails at home, apply a topcoat and a good base coat. You should follow the instructions. Don’t guess how long it will take to dry them. Taking your nail varnish remover and polish with you to the beach would be best. Sand can cause damage to your nails, so make sure to reapply.
Long-lasting luscious lashes
Professional: Taking a holiday? Are you planning to go to the pool or beach as much as the nightlife? If you don’t have strong enough waterproof mascara to withstand the elements, it may be difficult to avoid the panda. An eyelash tint is an option. Eyelash tints are a great way to give your lashes more definition without using mascara. They last for around six weeks and cost about PS15. This treatment is also excellent for busy people with many social media to attend to – it will keep your lashes looking fabulous all summer with minimal effort!
If you don’t have long lashes or aren’t blessed with them, you can enhance them with an extension to give them fullness and a ‘just curled up’ look.
DIY: A primer is a great way to add volume and definition to your lashes. Just apply it before you use your regular mascara. A good waterproof mascara is essential for your beach holiday. A quality eye makeup remover is also a must.
Professional: A eyebrow tint will define your brows in a matter of minutes and cost around PS13 in a salon. The eyebrow tint is an essential part of any woman’s beauty routine. It can remove grey hairs, even the color, and give your brows a thicker appearance. Many salons offer packages that include eyebrow tints and eyelash tints.
Professional eyebrow threading sessions are the best way to achieve perfect eyebrow shape. Your face shape and preferences will be taken into consideration by your beautician to create the brow shape that you prefer.
Some salons offer microblading, a permanent treatment that creates eyebrow hairs using semi-permanent tattoos. Before you decide on a salon, do your research and read reviews. Only use professionals. The average microblading treatment lasts between 1-3 years. Your new brows will stay with you for a long time.
DIY: Use a quality tweezer to shape your eyebrows. Don’t over-pluck your brows. You can get the best results by plucking your eyebrows right after you shower.
Long-lasting hair removal
Professional: We all know that a professional wax will deliver exceptional results. It is essential to choose the right waxing technician. Get recommendations from friends and read reviews online. A great therapist will do a great job and make it as painless as possible.
Talking about pain… Take an over-the-counter painkiller 45 minutes before your appointment, but not aspirin. A couple of days before your wax, avoid alcohol and caffeine.
You can find out which wax is used in your salon and choose a low-temperature wax like Lycon. Different resins can be used at different temperatures. Generally speaking, polishes that are higher in temperature will cause more pain.
DIY: There have been horror stories about home wax kits. We would never recommend them. However, keeping some pure aloe gel in your bag is a good idea to use on red, bumpy, or inflamed skin.
Prepare your skin
Professionals: You must exfoliate before you can wax or consider a fake tan. Exfoliation helps remove dead skin cells, making your skin feel smoother and fresher. It also allows you to use moisturizers, serums and facial treatments, such as fake tan, moisturizers, and other skin products. To penetrate the skin more effectively.
A salt scrub is a great treat. The treatment involves the application of fragranced salt to the skin. This helps stimulate the growth of new skin cells. The salt leaves the skin soft and ready for a deeply nourishing oil. This will leave your skin feeling silky smooth, silky-smooth, and glowing. A salt scrub is a great way to give your skin some extra TLC.
DIY: Get a high-quality body brush and a salt scrub. Although you will see different results, especially in hard-to-reach places like your middle back, regular exfoliation can make your skin look amazing.
The professional route will last longer and require less product to carry around. Although you might pay more upfront, this is an investment in your health and well-being. It can last several weeks, rather than just one day.
