Problem: Burns, insect bites, minor burns, sunburn. Solution: Apicare Rescue oe oanuka Honey and Aloe Vera Gel $15.90 is a blend of active natural ingredients that soothe and heal summer skin nasties. The star ingredient is the active oanuka honey which is anti-bacterial, anti-fungal and anti-inflammatory, plus moisturises the skin and aids tissue repair. Visit www.honeyandherbs.co.nz for stockist info.
Another natural healer is Living Nature’s Rescue Gel. With Vitamin E plus oanuka honey and oil, it’s a multi-purpose product that can also be used on minor cuts and grazes or as a toner for oily, acne prone skin. For $29 get a big bottle to have at home and a 10ml purse pack. Buy online at www.livingnature.com or from pharmacies and health stores.
Problem: Ingrown hairs, rashes and redness on bikini line. Solution: TendSkin Lotion $39.95 is a unisex product formulated to deal with skin problems caused by hair removal. Apply a thin layer onto dry skin after shaving. Mr use the product morning and night for three days prior to waxing, then immediately after waxing and when regrowth commences. Always wash hands after use as the cream is an exfoliant. Find it on www.tendskinnz.com or at beauty therapy clinics.
Problem: Dry, scaly beach skin. Solution: First slough off all the yucky dry skin with a gentle hydrating body scrub. Pure Fiji White Gingerlily Coconut Sugar Rub $55 is enriched with cold-pressed virgin coconut oil plus three other exotic nut oils. Follow it up with the Reniu Body Butter in Frangipani $15 for a real hit of the islands. Available at selected salons and beauty spas.
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