Winter can be very rough on our skin. This is because we keep it wrapped up in warm clothing, have moisture sapping heaters on and there is usually very little fresh air flowing around indoors. This leaves your skin dry and looking dull. But as the sun becomes warmer, you will want to show off more of your skin and so, it needs to look as good as you feel. Below are some products you can indulge in to give your skin the much needed rejuvenation before the yummy summer sun emerges.

Petroleum Jelly for your heels, knees and elbows

These areas of the body are neglected during winter because they are not likely to be exposed. We cover them up in socks, pants and sweaters and so they remain dry and ashy….and what people don’t see, won’t hurt us…right? Wrong.

Due to months of neglect, your heels, elbows and knees become rough and dry. A great way to heal these areas is to use good old white petroleum jelly. Simply smear it onto your heels, knees and elbows before going to bed. Also, wear a pair of socks over your feet to help moisturise them overnight.

Try Vaseline Blue Seal Petroleum Jelly R15.99 at most retailers

Or Dawn Petroleum Jelly R15.99 at most retailers

Give Your Body a Pre-Hair Removal Scrub

Many of us will admit to neglecting the hair removal side of grooming during winter. You will not be spending your days in vests or skirts during winter, so why bother? Well, when the warmer spring days come along, you will need to pay a visit to the beauty salon or get your hands on a shaving stick at home. In order to get the de-fuzzing done right, you should gently exfoliate your skin for a few days before the hair removal is done. You will loosen and remove dead skin cells which will make hair removal easier and safer.

Try The Body Shop Wild Cherry Body Scrub, R110 at The Body Shop stores

Or Avon Skin So Soft Mineral Gems Diamond Blush Body Scrub, R58.95 from an Avon Representative

Change from Foundation to Tinted Moisturiser

In winter, a moisturising creamy foundation is suitable for the cold days. But as the weather gets warmer, you will want something less rich and also, something with an SPF of at least 10. A lighter powder foundation will give you coverage while also being matte to leave you looking cool and refreshed all day. Also, this could be the time to switch to a BB cream or CC cream to give you the benefits of a light moisturising foundation with UVA and UVB protection.

Try Avon Ideal Flawless Skin Loving Beauty Balm with SPF 15, R89.95 from an Avon Representative

Or Pond’s Flawless Radiance BB Cream with SPF 30, R89.99 at most retail stores

Brighten Your Smile

In winter, teeth can become stained with all those warming cups of tea, coffee and even red wine. Give them a new lease of life with a teeth whitening treatment at the dentist, or get yourself at-home teeth whitening products which can also give you pearly whites for a captivating smile.

Try Colgate Optic White Toothpaste, R15.99 at most retailers

Or White Extreme Glow Teeth Whitening Pen with Whitening Strips, R120 at Clicks

With the above products, you will be ready to take on the warmer days ahead with lovely glowing skin that looks as good as you feel!