☀️ Summertime, and the Livin' is Easy…
As Shetland welcomes its sunshine season, Rozalyn, Manager at our Lerwick salon, shares her essential summer beauty tips to help you glow with confidence—from head to perfectly pedicured toe.
✨ Exfoliate & Hydrate with a Signature Glow
Summer skin starts with a serious refresh.
“There’s no better way to prep your skin than with a deep exfoliation treatment,” says Rozalyn. “It clears away dull, dry winter skin and gives your body that radiant, summer-ready glow.”
Treat yourself to our:
Signature Aromatherapy Salt Scrub – £66.50
A revitalising full-body treatment using Lemongrass & Bergamot essential oils blended with mineral-rich sea salts. This 40-minute indulgence sloughs away dead skin cells while deeply hydrating, leaving your skin soft, smooth, and glowing.Signature Back Scrub & Rub – £66.50
Ideal for clearing and softening the back, this treatment combines our Lemongrass & Bergamot salt scrub with a relaxing express massage for the back, neck, and shoulders—perfect for relieving tension and rejuvenating tired muscles.
🌞 A Flattering Tan—Without the UV Damage
Avoid sun beds and fake it safely with our professional St. Tropez tanning treatment. We have a choice of 2 tans, we have the express, which is left on for 1 to 3 hrs depending on how dark you want and lasts 5-7 days so perfect for a short break or special occasion, and we have the classic where the guide colour is left on overnight, and lasts 7-10 days so more suited to a longer holiday.
“It’s the perfect way to get a sun-kissed glow without the damage,” Rozalyn says. “Plus, it’s tailored to your skin tone for a flawless finish.”
Top Prep Tips:
Exfoliate the day before with our in-salon scrub or at-home equivalent
Complete any waxing or shaving at least 24 hours beforehand
Arrive to your appointment in dark, loose clothing and open-toe shoes
Avoid using deodorant, oils, or moisturiser before tanning
Maintain your tan by exfoliating every 3 days and patting your skin dry after bathing
🧼 Waxing Wisdom for a Fuzz-Free Summer
Whether you're heading abroad or just baring your legs in Lerwick, smooth skin is in.
“Waxing gives longer-lasting results and avoids the irritation that comes with shaving,” says Rozalyn.
We offer:
Hot wax for sensitive zones like bikini, underarm, and face
Strip wax for larger areas such as legs and arms
Rozalyn’s Waxing Advice:
Exfoliate 24 hours before to prevent ingrown hairs
Aftercare essentials: wear soft clothing, skip hot baths/showers, pools, sunbeds and tanning for 24 hours
Moisturise daily to maintain soft skin between treatments
Exfoliating is important to do in between treatments for bikini and legs to avoid ingrown hairs and we have some great scrubs in stock that work really well, such as the Natures Dream Organic scrubs which are £6.50 each and come in lots of lovely scents. We also have the Spongelle sponges which exfoliate and are great for using when on holiday, as they have the soap built into the sponge, so perfect for travel.
For our advice on hair removal, both waxing and IPL laser treatment, read our in-depth blog here.
💅 Summer-Ready Toes with Our Power Pedicure
Sandals and sunshine? Let’s make sure your feet are ready.
Our Power Pedicure bridges beauty and results by using Footlogix Dermal Infusion Technology—designed to target dry, rough, and callused skin.
This treatment includes:
Soak, exfoliation & hard skin treatment
Nail shaping, cuticle care, massage & polish
Your feet will feel hydrated, polished, and holiday-ready.
👣 Don't Forget Your SPF—Especially on Hands & Feet
Hands and feet are often left out of the sun protection routine, but they’re just as prone to UV damage.
“SPF is non-negotiable—even in Lerwick!” says Rozalyn. “Especially for exposed areas like the tops of feet and backs of hands.”
Her go-to? Brush On Block—a lightweight mineral SPF you can apply over makeup or on the go.
👁 Lash Out Without the Smudge
Say goodbye to smudged mascara and hello to low-maintenance lashes with our lifts and tints.
“They’re perfect for travel or busy summer days,” Rozalyn says. “You’ll wake up looking wide-eyed and ready to go—no mascara needed.”
Results last 6–8 weeks and can be tailored from a natural flutter to a bold curl.
For carefree, sassy summer peepers browse our eye beauty treatment menu here – from tints to threading and extensions to eyelash lifts.
🌤 You Are My Sunshine—Protect Your Glow
“SPF isn’t just for holidays,” Rozalyn reminds us. “Daily sun protection is the best anti-ageing investment you can make.”
Even Shetland sunshine adds up—so make SPF a part of your morning routine and reapply regularly, especially when outdoors.
Rozalyn says 'We stock the Elemis Skin Protection Fluid SPF50 which is used for the face and is non comedogenic so great for oiler skins, this product is also anti-ageing and can be used as a lighter moisturiser for using through the summer. We also stock the Organic shop Day face cream SPF 50 and SPF 30, available in Normal to dry skin and oily, as well as a body SPF 30 and 50."
Whether you’re jetting off or enjoying the island vibes at home, the team at Sleeping Beauty is here to help you look and feel radiant all summer long.
Sleeping Beauty founder Lilac gives the lowdown on preventing sun damage and explains why it’s so important for anti-ageing to protect your skin all year round, not only in summer, in this recent blog.