The temperatures are slowly rising and the weather is getting nicer, which can only mean one thing - summer is just around the corner. So it's already time, oursmost beautiful skirts, taking dresses and shorts out of the closet. However, when switching to shorter clothing, many women encounter the same problem - the unsightly red dots on their legs. In the article we reveal why these arise and how you can get rid of the so-called strawberry legs.
What are strawberry legs and how do they form?
If you have noticed dark spots on your legs that resemble small black or red dots, you may have strawberry legs. The term comes from the spotted or holey appearance that resembles the skin and seeds of a strawberry.
The reasons why strawberry legs appear can be different. In many cases, strawberry legs mean nothing more than a shaved shadow. This means that after shaving, small parts of the hair root remain and these shine through under the first layer of skin.
This condition can also beclogged poresact on the skin of the legs. The open comedones that cause the appearance of strawberry legs are often hair follicles or enlarged pores that contain a trapped mixture of oil, bacteria, and dead skin. When the follicle or clogged pore is exposed after shaving and air gets to the oil inside, it oxidizes and turns dark.
Whether on the beach, at work or taking a walk in the city - no woman wants to hide her legs under long jeans and trousers in summer. However, if the legs are not flawless and smooth, our self-confidence quickly drops. So that you can go through the summer confidently and beautifully, we have collected some practical tips and tricks to combat strawberry legs.
Get rid of strawberry legs with peeling
Gently removing dead skin cells from the surface of your legs is said to help prevent strawberry legs and prevent ingrown hairs. This also makes it easier for new hair to break through the surface of the skin instead of being visible as spots underneath.
If you exfoliate your legs regularly, the dead skin cells can be removed and the razor blade can then glide close to the skin. You can find a large selection of peelings in every pharmacy and drugstore, but if you want to try a peeling now, you can mix one yourself at home. Ingredients that almost everyone already has at home come to the rescue, such as olive oil, coconut oil, coffee grounds, sugar, baking soda and many more.In this articleread more about the best methods and recipes for leg peeling.
Shave properly
Strawberry legs often occur because you do the wrong thing when shaving. After the peeling, you should rub your legs with shaving foam or shaving gel to soften the skin and make it easier for the razor to glide over the skin. This way, the hair is cut closer to the root, which prevents shaving shadows. Warm water also helps to soften the skin, so you should wash your legs during onewarm showershave, not right at the beginning, but when the skin is pleasantly moist and relaxed.
Furthermore, the blade must be as sharp as possible, cleaned thoroughly and replaced regularly. Shaving tips generally need to be replaced every two to a maximum of three weeks. Good razors also have four to five blades, which results in a smoother and therefore better shave. If only disposable razors are used, the likelihood of strawberry legs is greater.
The direction in which you shave your legs can also cause the unsightly marks. In principle, it is recommended to shave your legs against the direction of hair growth. However, if you have sensitive skin, this can lead to irritation and strawberry legs. In these cases, shaving in the direction of hair growth is recommended, i.e. from knee to ankle.
Get rid of strawberry legs with facial toner?
What works for the facial skin also works on the legs. Witha facial tonerRemains of dirt that can otherwise clog your pores can be removed. Apply the facial toner to the skin using a cotton pad immediately after shaving. In this way, the pores quickly contract again.
Apply cream to your legs well
Dry leg skin is another reason for strawberry legs. To avoid red spots on your legs after shaving, you should pamper your skin with cream, body butter or oil. This replaces the lost moisture and significantly improves the appearance of the skin. It's best to choose a moisturizer that is free of preservatives as these can cause burning.
Tip: Do not apply creams and oils immediately after shaving, but give the pores some time to contract again. Otherwise they can become clogged with care products.
Replace shaving with another method of hair removal
Shaving may be quick, convenient and painless, but in the summer it has to be done almost every day and often causes strawberry legs. Through hair removal methods such as epilating, waxing or sugaring, the legs stay smooth longer and the red dots appear significantly less often. This proves to be even more effective in ultimately solving the problempermanent hair removal by laser or IPL treatment. Although quite costly, these methods are really effective and certainly worth the investment.
A trick for beautiful summer legs
Getting rid of strawberry legs can take some time for some women. In the meantime, you can try a very simple trick that will even out the complexion and make the skin of the legs look beautiful and smooth despite the imperfections. We're talking about self-tanners here. These ensure a beautiful, even complexion and make the skin look like it has been on vacation. And even better – they hide strawberry legs! Tinted body lotions are also a good alternative, but these can leave stains on clothing. The most important thing when resorting to this trick is not to overdo it. It's better to choose a lighter shade first and then build up the tan gradually.
