There are plenty of ways to spend the summer. Pose the question to any of our favourite It-girls though? From the Jenner sisters to Hailey Bieber, there’s no question that a day of lounging around under the sun accredits one with definitive hot girl status. European summer or not, the vibes are as such: wind in your hair, shades on, a strappy bikini. Possibly with some delicious bubbles in hand as you cackle away with your motley crew. All to show you know how to have a good time when it counts. Sun’s out, buns out—in every sense of the phrase.
Necessary preparations must be made, however, for the day to go by without a hitch. And no, we don’t mean just piling on the SPF. Protection is key, but nary a soul would deny the fact that we all want to look our best, come D-day. Sure, some of us might embark on dedicated workout regimes to get in shape, but for the most part, it’s unrealistic to expect anything to happen overnight. In truth, it’s about accepting our bodies as they are—and letting that confidence shine through.
Yet we wouldn’t be here if there weren’t specific steps you can take to help ease you into this mindset. Let’s start with the ‘everything shower’, for instance. Think exfoliating products to scrub your skin baby soft, dry brushing to improve circulation and reduce bloating, and most importantly, body hair removal creams that make the job 10 times easier. Post-shower? You’ll want to lather up on some body creams that visibly smoothen out your lines, and make way for that final slather of a shimmery body oil—just so you know your skin will be glowing when golden hour hits. Below, Vogue Singapore’s one-stop guide for how to fire up your vanity arsenal to achieve the real ‘bikini bod’ of your dreams. Go on girl, give us everything.
Exfoliating body scrubs and oils
There’s no day like a beach day to have your full body scrubbed down—and emerge soft like a baby’s. Between more gentle exfoliators for sensitive skin and exfoliating oils that nourish the skin barrier at the same time, these products will go a long way in removing roughness and refining skin texture.
Dry brushes
An easy-to-adopt wellness ritual, it’s no surprise that dry brushing took off the way it did on BeautyTok. If we’re doing the most, then adopting a dry brushing routine in the week or two leading up to D-day, to improve circulation and reduce water retention overall.
Hair removal creams
If you missed your IPL or wax appointment, this will be your next best bet. Also ideal for a last-minute shave, if you think you’ll be the most confident with a full removal of any unwanted hairs.
Moisturising body butters
Rely on these body butters to deeply moisturise and hydrate the skin—just so there’ll be no question that luscious skin will be waiting for you on the other side of the equation.
Post-shower body oils
Drench yourself in it. Right before you step out the door, opt for these shimmering body oils to crank up on the sheen—just so you know you’ll be basking in that golden hour glow.
