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Lifestyle · May 25, 2016

Get your arms legs and feet ready for summer 

Can I just say, hey!! How you doing?? (Saying it in joey’s voice from friends). 

I am so happy to say get your arms legs and feet ready for summer since the weather has been incredibly awesome, even though it has rained (as per usual British weather) it has not necessary been cold. I read on the news the other night that we should get some amazing weather in the next 3 months which if we did would be totally awesome but even if it wasn’t the entire 3 months just a month I think every British person alive and dead would be in awe and for the alive we will enjoy it to the fullest extent.

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With that being said, I thought what better time to get your arms legs and feet ready for summer than now? I mean you don’t want to wake up one morning running late and only to realise what kind of weather (insert summer) we having and you have chosen to wear a skirt or shorts only to realise you didn’t shave your legs (ladies) and the hair has grown so much you don’t feel the cold anymore (😂😂😂😂). So to stop that from happening I thought I share with you some of the items you can use to get your arms legs and feet ready for summer.

Get you Arms Legs and Feet ready for Summer

Arms (pits) – I have tried a number of roll on products over the years and I have come to love Dove as my #1 product but this year I have been experimenting with Simple’s soothing roll on and it has been awesome and kept me feeling fresh all day long. Everyone loves the Simple brand because they are experts in sensitive skin so you can trust their products.

Feet – I was very happy when I got chosen to try out the Scholl Velvet Smooth Wet & Dry Rechargeable Foot File  via BzzAgent. This rechargeable foot filed works both on wet (in shower) and dry skin. I charged the foot filer once and used it for 2 weeks and it still had power.

Feet – after treating my feet to a nice relaxing foot file at home I finished it off with application of the Scholl cracked heel repair cream. The cream is thick but leaves your feet feeling very smooth and they look healthy  and shiny.

Legs (Shave or Wax) – I am more of a shaver than a waxer because I can stand the pain. I have tried some almost painless waxing but for me any pain is never a good idea hence why I am sticking to shaving.

Now that you’ve taken the time to get your arms legs and feet ready for summer, why not also parade some leg in some lovely shorts paring with a summer top and strutting in everyday heels. If you’re like me then you need some Scholl everyday heels insole which are amazing and have helped my duck feet feel steady in heels after years of not wearing any.

So there you have it, how to get your arms legs and feet ready for summer. How are you preparing for summer? What products do you like to use?

*This is not a sponsored post, I just love the products*

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Comments

  1. Laura says

    June 4, 2016 at 12:58 pm

    I have that scholl pedi device and it works wonders! Giving my feet a quick once around every other day keeps them feeling lovely and soft 🙂

    Reply
    • Miranda says

      June 4, 2016 at 4:59 pm

      It truly does work wonders

  2. Vai Chin @Rambling Through Parenthood says

    May 30, 2016 at 9:03 am

    I quite like the Veet ready wax strips if I have the time. Otherwise shaving it is!

    Reply
    • Miranda says

      May 30, 2016 at 3:20 pm

      Same here though waxing is not my favourite lol

  3. Lucy Melissa Smith (Hello Beautiful Bear) says

    May 29, 2016 at 8:51 pm

    I have experienced this recently with the nicer weather, I am so busy being a mummy and blogging that I haven’t had a good pamper sesh for a while! X X

    Reply
    • Miranda says

      May 30, 2016 at 6:24 am

      You mummies are doing the best job ever so when you find that spare minute then awesome otherwise I have no tips lol

  4. Agata says

    May 29, 2016 at 3:24 pm

    Scholl foot file is rather good. I’ve bought it last year and will keep using it this summer too.

    Reply
    • Miranda says

      May 30, 2016 at 6:22 am

      It is amazing really

  5. Ali says

    May 28, 2016 at 10:53 pm

    I desperately need a pedicure – my feet aren’t summer ready at all!

    Reply
    • Miranda says

      May 29, 2016 at 9:15 am

      Awww bless, grab a Scholl dry/wet foot file its amazing

  6. WhatLauraLoves says

    May 28, 2016 at 1:04 am

    I love posts like this as I’m always wanting to keep my beauty routine on point, especially for summer xxx

    Reply
    • Miranda says

      May 28, 2016 at 5:23 am

      Glad to hear it

  7. Eliana says

    May 27, 2016 at 9:30 pm

    I think I might need to start to loose some weight to actually be able to show arm legs and feet this summer! Lol..But I always like to exfoliate my body, which I think is a good way to prepare it for a nice weather 😉

    Reply
    • Miranda says

      May 28, 2016 at 5:23 am

      Absolutely, exfoliating is the best

  8. Tara | C&CO. says

    May 27, 2016 at 9:23 pm

    I honestly don’t think I can be bothered to shave this year!

    Reply
    • Miranda says

      May 28, 2016 at 5:23 am

      Hahahaha for real!!!

  9. Melanie Edjourian says

    May 27, 2016 at 11:08 am

    I think it is about time we get ready I hear the weather is going to improve. Need to get a foot file now, thnaks x

    Reply
    • Miranda says

      May 27, 2016 at 11:52 am

      It’s about time indeed

  10. nicol says

    May 27, 2016 at 10:35 am

    I’m really lazy when it comes to foot care! i moisturise them every now and again when they need to haha. i definitely need to get them ready for summer

    Reply
    • Miranda says

      May 27, 2016 at 11:52 am

      Hahahaha I know what you mean

  11. Rachel says

    May 27, 2016 at 9:44 am

    I am on project ‘sort out feet’ for the summer, I cannot wait to wear my flip flops x

    Reply
    • Miranda says

      May 27, 2016 at 10:07 am

      That sounds like a nice project

  12. Kara Guppy says

    May 27, 2016 at 8:34 am

    I have the scholl dead skin remover and its amazing – do need to invest in the cream too though

    Reply
    • Miranda says

      May 27, 2016 at 8:51 am

      Scholl products have tried so far have been awesome

  13. Fi Ni Neachtain says

    May 27, 2016 at 8:22 am

    I’d love one of those foot files. I’ve recently found a new foot cream that’s doing wonders for my feet.

    Reply
    • Miranda says

      May 27, 2016 at 8:23 am

      I am loving my foot filer it’s amazing

  14. Liz Mays says

    May 27, 2016 at 1:10 am

    This is definitely a good time to prepare! I’m hoping to spend lots of time at the beach.

    Reply
    • Miranda says

      May 27, 2016 at 7:36 am

      I am hoping to do the same

  15. Angela at Daysinbed says

    May 26, 2016 at 11:15 pm

    I have seen these products before and could do with some pumice stone or a roller thing to get rid of dry skin etc. I juts bought a foot scrub and am looking forward to using it. It is peppermint!

    Reply
    • Miranda says

      May 27, 2016 at 7:35 am

      Oooh I love peppermint too enjoy

  16. Miss Kitty Kaos says

    May 26, 2016 at 11:12 pm

    I totally need to get my feet summer ready they have been hidden away in boots far too long x

    Reply
    • Miranda says

      May 27, 2016 at 7:35 am

      Get right on it girl summer is looking promising

  17. Kira C says

    May 26, 2016 at 10:16 pm

    I need the heel repair cream so badly at the moment! I prefer to shave my legs too, usually just use soap bar and a razor but I have used Veet before though but it has been a bit hit and miss, sometimes it works wonders and other times you can’t even tell I’ve used it!

    Reply
    • Miranda says

      May 27, 2016 at 7:35 am

      Yea I have had same experience with some products were they are a hit and sometimes a miss

  18. Mariesbeauties says

    May 26, 2016 at 9:36 pm

    I have got to start sorting my legs out for the summer, great post.
    http://mariesbeauties.co.uk

    Reply
    • Miranda says

      May 27, 2016 at 7:33 am

      Thanks

  19. Harriet from Toby & Roo says

    May 26, 2016 at 8:38 pm

    Lovely picks. I’m hoping to get chance to pamper my legs so that I can enjoy confidence in my pretty summer dresses 🙂

    Reply
    • Miranda says

      May 27, 2016 at 7:33 am

      I am right there with you

  20. Olivia Thristan says

    May 26, 2016 at 8:36 pm

    I need this stuff in my life, my eczema is always bad on my legs so I find it hard to shave them *sobs*. Veet has always been a firm fave of mine! xx

    Reply
    • Miranda says

      May 27, 2016 at 7:32 am

      Awww bless you, I hope veet continues to be hot fave

  21. Fashion and Style Police says

    May 26, 2016 at 5:30 pm

    I have got my legs summer ready. Looking forward to more sunshine.

    Reply
    • Miranda says

      May 26, 2016 at 6:47 pm

      That’s good and I hope summer behaves so we can enjoy it

  22. Renna says

    May 26, 2016 at 4:34 pm

    Definitely the worst part of the summer… Having to shave your legs every day….hahaha

    Reply
    • Miranda says

      May 26, 2016 at 5:32 pm

      Hahaha everyday!!! Girl 🙈

  23. Clare Elise says

    May 26, 2016 at 1:50 pm

    HELLO SUMMER!
    Great post. Great products.

    Reply
    • Miranda says

      May 26, 2016 at 4:08 pm

      Thanks

  24. Jessica McDonnell says

    May 26, 2016 at 12:34 pm

    Great post. I love being able to pamper myself a little bit more in the summer and get my legs out, it is a bit of a hassle at times though.

    Reply
    • Miranda says

      May 26, 2016 at 12:50 pm

      It can be a hassle but once done then peace is ensured lol

  25. Rhian Westbury says

    May 26, 2016 at 12:24 pm

    I have my second laser hair removal appointment next week so I am hoping that sorts out my pits. Because I go to aqua every week my legs are usually summer ready all year fortunately x

    Reply
    • Miranda says

      May 26, 2016 at 12:50 pm

      That’s good having the summer ready all year round

  26. lisa prince says

    May 26, 2016 at 12:21 pm

    you know , i really loe this part fot he year and for some reason my lgs get more attention ,maybe its becasue they seem to see more sun than they would throughout the rest of the year , well hopefully

    Reply
    • Miranda says

      May 26, 2016 at 12:49 pm

      I know right it’s the same for me

  27. Dannii @ Hungry Healthy Happy says

    May 26, 2016 at 11:07 am

    I love summer, but the part I don’t like is having to de-hair my legs haha

    Reply
    • Miranda says

      May 26, 2016 at 12:48 pm

      Hahahah I love that de-hair not shave lol

  28. Leanne says

    May 26, 2016 at 9:59 am

    Definitely thinking about prepping for summer now. I’ve been making sure I exfoliate and moisturise, now to tackle the feet! I have a micro pedi which works wonders on the balls of my feet!

    Reply
    • Miranda says

      May 26, 2016 at 10:53 am

      I would like to try a micro pedi one day but the foot filer is doing such an amazing job already

  29. Laura @ Life with Baby Kicks says

    May 26, 2016 at 8:14 am

    The foot file sounds exactly what I need – my feet are disgusting after years in flipflops!

    Reply
    • Miranda says

      May 26, 2016 at 8:40 am

      Awww bless you should get the foot file its amazing

  30. claire says

    May 26, 2016 at 7:18 am

    These look like great products. Love Summer 🙂 I use the Simple roll on it is great, isn’t it! Going to have a love for the Veet cream now, thanks 🙂

    Reply
    • Miranda says

      May 26, 2016 at 8:39 am

      Yes the simple roll on is awesome

  31. Laura @ dearbearandbeany says

    May 26, 2016 at 7:04 am

    Oh to have the time to do all this again! Since having my girls it’s a quick shave in shower

    Reply
    • Miranda says

      May 26, 2016 at 8:38 am

      Awww bless I can’t even imagine the struggle

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