Summer 2021 Hacks — City Live

As a heatwave starts to ripple through most of Britain we prepare for a much awaited, and much deserved summer holiday! With our staycations planned and booked, we are ready to share our tips that we guarantee will change your summer:

1. Cling film can help you to apply sunscreen to your back

In the best of times, it is a challenge to get those hard-to-reach spots on your back! With a sheet of cling film, you can apply sun cream and hold the ends to run the cream across your back, as if it were a towel. Sun cream is incredibly important to wear, even on cloudy days. Ultraviolet rays are always present, and they are the leading cause of sun damage.

2. Put Aloe Vera in the freezer to soothe a sunburn

Simply place your aloe vera gel into the freezer or place it in a zip-lock bag and leave for a few hours. The aloe vera will rescue your sore sunburn skin! Aloe vera is rich in antioxidants and vitamins which protect your skin. Aloe vera has been shown to combat the effects of ultraviolet radiation from the sun and repairs your skin from existing UV damage.

3. Baby powder can treat a rash

After you shave, try dusting your skin with baby powder to prevent irritation. Although baby powder is commonly used to prevent or treat rashes on babies, adults can also benefit by gently patting the powder onto rashes and areas where you wish to reduce friction, such as arm creases and legs.

4. Coffee/Tea ice cubes

Nothing beats a refreshing ice coffee or tea after a long day out. Keep your drinks cold by freezing your favourite beverage in the ice cube tray and save your drink from being watered down! Coffee or tea ice cubes will keep your drink strong since it does not dilute the flavour, even as the ice cubes rapidly begin to melt. A game changer.

5. Frozen watermelon

Healthy ice watermelon pops could not be easier. Slice watermelon into the desired shape, place a lollypop stick and freeze! Watermelon has numerous health benefits, such as lowering blood pressure, improved insulin sensitivity, and reduced muscle soreness. While watermelons are predominantly eaten fresh, they can also be enjoyed frozen.