Zero to Sexy in 8 Steps

Here at The Mall we love it when the nights draw in - as it simply means that there is even more me time! 

Whether pampering for that all important night out, or perhaps for a blissful night in, here we bring you our top beauty secrets which will all leave you feeling wonderful this winter...

Step 1

The first and most important rule is that time spent pampering is never wasted! Try to allow a decent amount, at least once a week, during which you can truly relax and enjoy the experience. Not only will this prove excellent for your skin, it will also help to reduce tension and relieve stress levels. For a great in home spa package try the Dove Silk Experience, £14.99, available at Boots.

Step 2

Using a scrub to remove your dead skin cells will help to make your healthy skin glow. Plus, any body oil, balm or glosser that is applied after will always work better on freshly exfoliated skin. As this is party season, pay particular attention to those areas which will be on show, so knees, arms, lower legs and ankles all need attention. The Mall loves the Dead Sea Source Invigorate with Coffee Body Scrub, £8.99, available at Boots.

Step 3

Do you have red bumps on your arms and legs? Keratosis pilaris is an inherited condition that can flare up in winter, but luckily you can minimise it. Use a loofah with a body wash such as the Spa Wisdom Blissful Body Cleanser, £10.00, available at The Body Shop then use an intense dry skin treatment to neutralise the condition.

Step 4

It's not just the celebs that have steam rooms available in their homes! Use the warmth and moisture after a steamy bath to open the pores in your skin and when still slightly damp, massage in your favourite body lotion - this way you'll trap even more of that precious moisture. Here at The Mall we love the Shea Body Butter, £12.00, from The Body Shop.

Step 5

We use our hands throughout the pampering process, however they also need dedicated TLC, so give yourself some hand therapy! Make sure you are all set for your next manicure with the Spa Refresh & Indulge Hand Care Set, £4.99, available at Superdrug.

Step 6

If you are planning to wear shimmer on your legs during a night out, make sure you shave either in the morning or the night before. Otherwise the product will sink into your skin and end up looking bumpy. For the perfect shimmer that is sure to cause a stir use Brush on Shimmer, £14.00, from The Body Shop.

Step 7

We all dream of achieving the looks worn by our favourite celebs - and now that dream can be a reality thanks to the exclusive Model.Me range available at Boots. Leading fashion and Music personalities Erin O'Connor, Helena Christensen and Jamelia have teamed up with the experts at Toni&Guy to each produce a distinct 'style-icon' range. Each range contains five must have hair essentials, representing the girls' own personal style, and are a fantastic treatment for your hair this Autumn / Winter.

Step 8

Ever wondered why celebs and models always look so good? It's because they know all the ways to cheat! A fashion industry secret is to mask skin blemishes or hide marks by using a fluid foundation. Try the Elite Fluid perfection Foundation, £10.00, from Superdrug.