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While the approaching chilly months do offer a multitude of layering opportunities and new season boots to try, one glance at Kendall Jenner in Cannes last night was enough to make even the most committed winter-enthusiast suffer from some serious summer withdrawals. Jenner’s long, glowing limbs paired with a killer, French Riviera-ready tan provided the perfect backdrop for her daring Versace dress.
If the shift in temperatures has had you abandoning your body care routine you’re not alone. A recent study conducted by Aveeno found that 70% per cent of Australian women moisturise their body less often in winter than in summer, citing the skin-hiding clothing as the main reason for their lapse in lotion efforts.
Thankfully there are some easy solutions to fast track you body from pale-and-scaly, to Kendall-in-Cannes in just a matter of hours. If you’re heading out for after-work drinks tonight, here’s how to get radiant, glowing limbs by the first round of espresso martinis.
On your mid-morning break…
If you have the time and unassuming colleagues, pick up a bottle of fast developing self-tan. Designed to deepen faster without any orange pay-off, the latest formulations truly live up to their labels and can deliver a hit of even, sun kissed colour to your skin in your lunch hour.
Note: This method only works if you have access to a shower for rinse-off time, naturally.
ModelCo, One Hour Tan Mousse: Express Dark, $20. SHOP NOW
Karora, Express Bronzing Mousse, $63. SHOP NOW
St Tropez Self Tan Express Bronzing Mousse, $59.99. SHOP NOW
James Read Tan, Express Bronzing Mousse, $70. SHOP NOW
PureTan, Rapid Tan One Hour Tan, $32.95. SHOP NOW
During your lunch hour…
Fact: Moisturised skin looks far better than dehydrated skin. The change of season is a breeding ground for dry, itchy skin but dousing your body in a rich, firming lotion now will defuse any dry patches by the afternoon. You’d be surprised by the difference it can make.
Nivea, Q10 Plus Firming Body Lotion, $9.99. SHOP NOW
Aveeno, Daily Moisturising Lotion, $12.99. SHOP NOW
Philosophy, Amazing Grace Body Firming Emulsion, $45. SHOP NOW
In the afternoon…
If a fast-developing tan wasn’t part of your plans, you can still hit your skin with a wash-off bronzing lotion or tinted body lotion. The latest formulas build beautifully, defusing cellulite, uneven skin and bruises, range from matte to shimmery finishes and can be layered for a customisable glow.
TIP: These formulas wash off with soap but are designed to cling to your skin instead of your clothing, so layer on with a mitt to avoid dark palms at cocktail-hour.
Mecca Cosmetica, Body Wonder, $24. SHOP NOW
St Tropez, Instant Tan Wash Off, $19.99. SHOP NOW
This Works, Perfect Legs Miracle, $90. SHOP NOW
Before you go out…
The final step in your glow game is shimmer-spiked body oil. Easily the fastest-acting antidote to scaly, winter skin, concentrate the shimmer down the centre of your shins to fake a pair of Kendall-like legs in seconds. Even better, opt for one laced with a fragrance that will settle into your skin for the night.
Estee Lauder, Bronze Goddess Shimmering Body Oil Spray, $65. SHOP NOW
NARS, Body Glow, $93. SHOP NOW
Nuxe, Huile Prodigieuse Or, $32.95. SHOP NOW
Cover Image: Instagram @kendalljenner
Title Image: Instagram @kendalljenner
