WE ALL LOVE a bit of pampering - especially when just a few treatments can transform a winter working body into a beach beauty! It is that time of the year when we like to pluck, buff and polish from top to toe nails to look good in those newly bought flip flops and bikinis! And the best way to achieve instant transformation is to visit the professionals.

Upon entering the salon you feel that you are in a place where superstars are created! Marike is the friendly face that greets me to discuss my make over in detail Р I wanted to transform from working slave to beach beauty in four hours and that’s not too much for a girl to ask.

We started with my hands, hardworking hands that they are... She explained that they will look good with a gel overlay on my own nails as my nails had a bit of a length so it was a breeze to paint the French gel on it. The product is an organic, breathable gel that aids in the growth of your natural nails, so no chips or breakage for up to six weeks! There is no home care, so all you have to do is wear gloves when getting the dishes done and adore them for the rest of the time...

Next the toe nails, and what a state they were in... hey these feet were made for working! Gel overlays on my own toe nails was very quick and easy. They were cut short and given a perfect French line covered in pink gel.

The next step included some wax, need I say more. I wanted to be a beach beauty and the old adage of no pain no gain is the key to the game, especially with a Hollywood!

THE BENEFITS OF WAXING:

No stubble
No rash
No irritated or itching skin
Hair grows back softer and takes up to four weeks to re-appear

Moving on to the eyes - my eyebrows were shaped to perfection and I was given a natural brown tint.

I was nearly ready for the beach only I did not have a bronze glow... until Engela appeared with a spray gun and a tent! Yes you guessed it, Bellissimo Spray Tan!  This stuff will make you look sexy even if you have gained a few pounds.