If your plans for sexy summer legs haven’t worked out so far, then it may be time for Plan B.
There are a host of products available to give your limbs that flawless sunkissed glow before you even leave the house. And rather than reaching for a bottle of fake tan, how about trying make-up for legs to leave them looking radiant?
Sally Hansen’s Airbrush Legs promises perfect pins “in an instant”. This is just the thing for covering freckles, bruises, veins or any other imperfections. Along with hiding unsightly blemishes, it also leaves legs feeling silky smooth. Simply squeeze the product onto hands and apply evenly to pins. Allow to dry for 60 seconds before you get dressed.
It provides instant results, is water resistant, lasts all day and can be easily washed off with soap, water and a face cloth.
If you want your legs to look bronzed but the weather, or your hectic schedule, is letting you down then try L’Oréal Sublime Bronze BodyExpress Pro Summer Legs Self-Tanning Dry Mist.
This gives an airbrush effect, without the usual unpleasant fake tan smell.
The lightweight micro diffuser, which has been inspired by professional techniques, creates a streak-free spray-on tan.
Those with paler skin don’t need to miss out on using the product, as the light tan version is suitable for even the fairest of complexions.
Achieving a smooth glow can be particularly tricky for pale ladies. Milky white limbs seen to amplify imperfections and even the smallest bruise can mean wearing trousers for weeks. If this is an issue close to your heart, This Works Perfect Legs Skin Miracle could be of service. It's a serum containing Vitamins C and E which work together to even out skin tone and help restructure the skin. Arnica works to fade bruises too, with the marks healing quicker if the cream is used regularly and scars and areas of discolouration can also benefit.
The cream might look a little scary when you first squeeze it out of the tube as it has an orangey-brown hue. Once applied, it's easy to blend in, giving even the whitest legs a bronzed look, which is natural and not overpowering. It's a good option for women who are nervous about baring their pasty limbs and should suit most skin colours.