If you ignore the fact that temperatures outside are currently surpassing 35 degrees, you’ll quickly realise that we’re approaching Autumn. While some dread the cold, chilly weather, I personally think it’s the most perfect time to give yourself some TLC.
I’m a hermit crab and prefer to stay at home most days, so when temperatures drop, good luck getting me out of my bed. I use the time between March and August to really prepare myself for spring and summer. I hydrate my hair and skin with masks, remind myself to take my beauty supplements, and lather my body with thick moisturisers.
However, there is one part of my body that I'm ashamed to say I completely neglect: My hands and feet — and I'm not the only one. Most of us apply our skincare, brush our teeth and detangle our hair twice a day, so why do we forget to give ourselves manicures and pedicures?
If there’s one thing to start doing this autumn/winter, it’s to show our hands and feet the same amount of attention we give to the rest of our body and to give you a headstart; we’re breaking down exactly what you need.
OPI Callus Foot File is a dual-grit callus file designed to help buff away dry, rough, callused skin. The medium side grit reduces calluses while the fine side buffs to a smooth finish.
Glam by Manicare Glue-On Nails – French Pink Short Square are false nails with a pink French manicure design. The kit includes 24 short square tip nails in 10 different sizes as well as 24 press-on tabs, nail buffer and nail glue.
QV Skincare QV Feet Heel Balm is a foot cream formulated with a combination of sodium lactate and lactic acid which assists in attracting and retaining moisture within the structure of the skin. This enables the rapid restoration of hard, cracked skin and sees the return of soft, more supple skin. The gentle formula is free of lanolin, fragrance and colour, and is formulated by dermatologists.
Sally Hansen Ahead of The Curve two-step sapphire file is double-sided and features a two-part smooth and shape system with medium grit on one side and fine grit on the other. Start with the medium grit to adjust the nail length and shape, then follow with the fine-grit outer curve for a smooth finish.
Revitanail Hand & Nail Cream provides intense nourishment and moisture to dry, dehydrated hands and nails. It improves and maintains skin texture and tone, and absorbs quickly into hands and nails. Aloe barbadensis leaf juice and green tea extract sooth skin while calcium, avocado oil and pear extract nourish nails and improve its appearance. It contains multi-vitamins with antioxidants to rejuvenate skin. Suitable for daily use. Massage liberally onto hands, nails and cuticles as often as required, particularly after washing.
OPI Exfoliating Cuticle Cream is a cuticle cream that helps effectively eliminate dry, rough cuticles. The fast-acting gel formula effectively softens the nail area.
Mavala Switzerland Cuticle Sticks is a pack of five Cuticle Sticks, used to shape the nail contour and clean under nail tip.
Sally Hansen Clip-N-Catch is a control grip nail clipper with catcher. The clipper features contoured handles for a controlled grip and a convenient catcher.
OPI Nail Envy Strength in Colour is a strengthening treatment and nail colour in one. Infused with hydrolysed wheat protein and calcium, the treatment delivers maximum strengthening aid to transform weak, brittle, damaged nails into stronger, longer, harder nails shining with bold, true-to-bottle colour. Available in two classic shades: Samoan Sand (a warm beige-pink) and Bubble Bath (candy pink).
