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For honed thighs, work the legs’ larger muscle groups with plenty of squate, lunges and calf-raises.

Slip on a pair of exfoliating mitts in the shower and massage gel from the ankles up in a circular motion towards the heart - anything that stimulates circulation will help improve cellulite. Swap your shower gel for a shower oil to stave off crocodile skin while you cleanse and you can skip body lotion post-shower.

Do a cardio workout in the morning on an empty stomach and burn 300 per cent more fat.

Swap your morning latte for a cup of hot water and lemon to boost your metabolism and detoxify your liver.

To avoid bloating, steer clear of food high in sodium.

Get toxins moving by body-brushing for one minute before you shower in the morning!

Waiting in a queue doesn’t have to be a waste of time. Use these minutes to stretch out your lower back and work on your abdominal muscles with this subtle move: stand with your feet hip width apart, making sure your weight is equally distributed. Tuck in your tailbone and push your pubic bone forward while simultaneously tightening your abs and pushing your heels into the floor. Hold 10 - 15 seconds, and repeat 5 times.

Though its true that white teeth can make you look healthy and more youthful too-white teeth can look really fake. You can’t overly whiten your teeth on your own. When making veneers your dentist uses a shade guide to determine the colour of your teeth, and shoul take into account your complexion, the colour of your eyes and hair, and even the lipstick you wear most often wear.

Yes, to some degree. However, if your teeth are very badly stained, no lip colour will help. But if your teeth have a yellowish cast, lipsticks with a blue undertone - plums, wines, violets and pinks, can make them appear less yellow. Beware of corals and oranges, which will have the opposite effect.