Bombshell Buffed Beach Body - Model Tricks

Model Tricks for smooth, toned and (faux) tanned skin!

Summer is in full swing and you may be thinking about that trip to the beach or a pool party invite. We all need a little extra "buffing up" so are a few tips and tricks from Victoria's Secret runway and swimwear models who have to look good for a living. You heard it here first:

Skin Prep-Exfoliate First
If you routinely practice Dry Skin Brushing, something I've recommended many times here, your skin may not need very much exfoliation. You can skip this section and move on to your cellulite cream application. If not, try a fine scrub with something like aluminum oxide crystals. Bioelixia Exfoliating Body Polish is a good one but there are others. You can also use a Clarisonic with a Body Brush Extension Handle. What you want is everything smoothed down so that the cellulite treatments and self tanners will take evenly.

Scrubs and or a Clarisonic offer excellent exfoliation 

Try Dry Body Brushing
Using a dry, natural bristled brush, start with the soles of your feet and move up with strokes towards the heart. This is like an external lymphatic massage and is very helpful in removing toxins and increasing circulation. Be sure to include the area of your arm pits and bikini line. Your skin will glow with a healthy pinkness! Jump in the shower to rinse away any excess skin cells you've brushed off. Now anything you apply on your skin will absorb evenly and completely.

Sublime Beauty Cellulite Whisperer - Crystal Springs Resort & Spa

Sublime Beauty Cellulite Whisperer Gel and Cream
The next step after your Dry Body Brushing and shower is to apply a really effective cellulite gel or cream. Even if you do not have cellulite, a product like this can help smooth the skin and add to a sleek body. Now I've tried nearly every cellulite cream out there from Lancome to Embryolisse to ones used exclusively at spas. None have them have even come close to the tightening and smoothing I've gotten from dry brushing PLUS using Sublime Beauty Cellulite Whisperer products. The Gel and Cream are made with mostly organic herbs, green tea, vitamins and minerals. They also contain the key ingredient in all good cellulite creams, CAFFEINE. First I apply the Cellulite Whisperer Gel and let it absorb. Next I apply the cream and I'm done.

My legs poolside in West Palm Beach

Get That Polished Look
Once your legs (arms too) have been treated with Cellulite Whisperer, you can add your self tanners, shimmers and leg oils. Kate Moss swears by a dry oil by St. Tropez and others rave over Brazil Nut Oil but you can do better with applying some Australian Gold Spray Gel with Instant Bronzer. The Australian Gold contains sunscreen and Tea Tree Oil to help protect your skin from sun damage. Top that off with a bit of Pure Certified Organic Sesame Oil which can also be combed through your hair before hitting the beach or pool. 

Runway Secret: Add a little gold shimmer highlighter down the center of your legs before going out for the evening for extra drama! It will make you legs look extra glossy and slimmer.

Pure Certified Organic Sesame Oil for skin and hair

Do a 3 Day Juice Cleanse
This is something you can do over the weekend because there is a lot of water involved so you might want to stay home. I like Chef V's Green Drink and if you live in the greater NYC/Metro area like me, you can have it delivered fresh to your door. This is a way to get rid of toxins which are the result of eating fast food and processed treats. I eat very clean but like to do a 1 day juice fast once a month. You can find similar Green Drinks at Wegman's and Whole Food Markets or just blend up your own at home using raw kale, spinach and beet tops. Chef V includes a delicious summer squash or sweet potato soup in with your Green Drink Cleanse. So delicious and you'll fit into that bikini in no time. 

NYC's Chef V Green Drink

Summer Haircare & Style Secrets
If you are going to the beach or pool, be sure to add a little protecting oil or cream to your hair. Comb it through and pull it up in a bun and pop on a swim cap if you are going in the water. If you are going to be near the water but not necessarily doing swan dives, you can lightly flat iron your hair with Theorie's Heat Shield Thermal Spray. It adds a super high gloss while protecting your hair from the flat or curling irons. It also blocks humidity for up to 24 hours which should keep the frizz away until you get home.

Theorie Saga II Classic Flat Iron
Speaking of flat irons, Theorie's Saga II Classic is so luxurious. State of the art Titanium floating plates have rounded edges for snag free styling. It heats up in seconds with LED temperature settings from 310 - 450 degrees. Far infrared technology helps hair retain moisture for a silky-smooth finish. Get the Heat Spray and Flat Iron both at YourTheorie.com

Theorie's Saga II Classic Flat Iron and Heat Spray

Trio of Body Firming - Toning - Tanning Creams from Karin Herzog

As you've most likely guessed, I am a big fan of going to the spa for facials and body treatments of all types. I also like to make my appearances toned and tanned but my work and travel schedule often means having to be on location on a moment's notice. I often don't have time to book such appointments as a result. So I've made it my business to find the BEST products to use at home. I've been disappointed by many but impressed by only a few. Here are my favorites from Karin Herzog:

Silhouette Body Cream

Silhouette Body Cream is step one in the set of two products used for firming, smoothing and lessening the appearance of that dreaded cellulite. The brush is included with the Silhouette & Tonus B12 body set and reminds me of what is used in the day spa. The Oxygen factor in this product is also something that you will find at the top spas and retreats. Silhouette Body Cream has salicylic acid which is recommended for keratosis pilaris and acne as it gently dissolves excess keratin and sebum in the skin. It also has vitamin E and Cinnamon oil so it is the perfect first step. Cream is very light in texture and easily absorbed.

Tonus B12 Draining Body Cream

Tonus B12 Body Cream is step two in this body beautiful routine. It is recommended for use after the Silhouette but has a similar profile of ingredients including the Oxygen benefit. Use it alone or with the Silhouette Body Cream. Very creamy and light without being greasy.

Tone & Tan

Tone & Tan is the icing on the cake as it is one of the best self-tanners I've tried this summer. Add in the "firm benefits" and you have a really exceptional product that instantly makes you look sleeker and leaner. Hey the Victoria's Secret runway models use this technique all the time and then run a highlighting strip down the front of their legs for even greater effect. It works!

This trio is packed and ready to go!

All of Karin Herzog's Swiss formulas are made in the laboratory of Dr. Paul and Karin Herzog. Check them out online at KarinHerzog.com

Body creams c/o Karin Herzog, SA
Gold Leather Travel Vanity by Crabtree and Evelyn, London

Beach Me! NEW Trilastin Cellulite Firming Complex and Intensive Stretch Mark Complex

The Body Beautiful - Top Skin Smoothers for the Beach Set.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

This time of year, we all need a little courage in a tube! I'm talking about that quickly approaching pool party or meet up at the beach. Now is the time to firm up your assets! Here's a quick way to get results:

Circulation Boosters: Sublime Beauty Dry Brush & Trilastin Hydro Thermal Accelerator

Dry Body Brushing - First you'll want to exfoliate and stimulate the skin at the same time. Nothing accomplishes this better than dry body brushing with a stiff boar bristle brush like this one from Sublime Beauty. Starting at the soles of your feet, start brushing upwards towards the heart. Brush until you blush! Get this sweet little body brush at SublimeBeauty.com

Trilastin Hydro Thermal Accelerator - Next apply the Accelerator paying special attention to "problem areas". Wait one minute and then apply the other Trilastin treatments. The Hydro Thermal Accelerator really increases the speed and effectiveness of the other products so if you're in a hurry to see results...

The Treatment: Trilastin Complexes

Trilastin Cellulite Firming Complex
This works very quickly and you will see an improvement within a week if you follow my application method. The accelerator really does make a difference. You don't need to go crazy slathering lots on either. It has LipoTriSOME Active Complex with lots of natural ingredients like Lysine, Vitamin E, and ginger root oil. Has a lovely light fragrance and disappears quickly into the skin leaving it visibly firmer.

Trilastin Intensive Stretch Mark Complex
This is Trilastin's targeted formula for stretch marks associated with pregnancy, weight gain or bodybuilding. Stretch marks are actually caused by tears in the skin's collagen and are very difficult to get rid of. I've found that this special formula does improve the look of the skin's tone and appearance overall. The wiser course would be to take of your skin in the first place to help prevent stretch marks before they start.

An Ounce of Prevention... Trilastin Stretch Mark Prevention Cream

Trilastin Stretch Mark Prevention
I really like that all of the Trilastin formulas are paraben free but you want to be especially careful during pregnancy. This formula contains 15 natural botanical oils and extracts such as olive and grapeseed. 

You can mix the cellulite & stretch mark creams together and apply them if you have both issues to work on. You can also use them with your favorite body lotions. I would just be sure to use the Trilastin Accelerator first if you need truly fast results. Trust me, before you know it you'll be saying "Beach Me" too! See all of TriLASTIN's latest products by visiting them online at Trilastin.com

You ready for this?

 Body creams and products c/o Trilastin and Sublime Beauty respectively.