The SPF

PF is a non-negotiable in summer. Trinny London’s BFF SPF 30 Cream combines sheer, glow-enhancing coverage with everyday sun protection for that easy ‘no-make-up make-up’ finish.

The Coral Flush

Coral is the official shade of the summer. Rhode’s Pocket Blush in ‘Spicy Marg’ (available from MECCA) is an aptly-named entrance point to the trend. It delivers a juicy wash of warm coral that can be built from a subtle post-beach flush to a bolder pop of colour.

The At-Home Treatment

Airyday’s Bright On LED Face Mask (available from Sephora) offers the brightening effects of a high-tech LED session at home. Follow a nightly session up with a rich, moisturising sheet mask and you’ll be glowing all summer long.

The Hydration Hit

Heat, sun and air-conditioning leave the skin craving moisture. COSRX’s Hyaluronic Acid Intensive Cream (available from Nudie Glow) is the perfect cure – a rich formula chock-full of hydrating ingredients that leave the skin looking dewy and fresh all summer long.

The Glow-Up Facial

Start the summer off on the right foot with a trip to Endota Spa. The ‘Sculpt and Glow’ facial does exactly what it says on the label – pairing natural face-sculpting techniques with glow-enhancing skincare to leave your complexion fresh and revitalised.

The Barely-There Base

The not-quite-a-foundation-foundation that sent TikTok into meltdown, Chanel’s Les Beiges Water-Fresh Complexion Touch delivers a fresh, luminous tint of colour while letting your real skin shine through. It’s the perfect summer base.

The High-Shine Hair Oil

We all love that “undone” summer look, but there’s a thin line between “undone” and “unruly”. Master any flyaways and maintain an effortless gloss with Kérastase’s best-selling Elixir Ultime hair serum (available from Hairhouse). It’s lightweight, easy to apply, and adds immediate polish.

The Fresh Fragrance

As spring approaches, switch out your favourite vanilla and tobacco scents from winter for something brighter. We love Diptyque’s Eau des Sens for a summer fragrance. With orange blossom, bitter orange and aromatic notes, it’s a scent that feels crisp, green and fresh.

The All-Over Illuminator

Let there be light. Dior’s Backstage Glow Maximizer Palette offers a proverbial wardrobe of luminous shades to sweep across the cheeks, eyes or anywhere else that could use a little extra light.

The Mind-Body Reset

When it comes to summer beauty, what’s going on inside is just as important as the outside. Give yourself the gift of a calm mind with a Mindful Meditation Massage at Holism. Blending bodywork with mindfulness techniques, this one-hour session offers a full-body reset.

The Sun-Kissed Bronzer

For golden-hour warmth (without the sun exposure) reach for Tom Ford’s cult-appeal Soleil Bronzing Powder. Sweep it over cheekbones, temples and the bridge of the nose for that just-back-from-the-beach glow, whatever the hour.

The Summer Lip Essential

A long-time favourite among beauty editors worldwide, Aesop’s beloved lip balm offers SPF 30, meaning you won’t have to worry about chapped lips all summer long.

The Glossy Lip

High-shine lips are having a moment, and YSL Beauty’s Loveshine Lip Oil makes the trend remarkably easy to wear. Part lipstick, part lip oil, it delivers a juicy wash of colour with a glossy finish – exactly the kind of low-effort polish summer calls for.

The Brightening Serum

For skin that looks fresh rather than overly perfected, reach for a brightening serum. The Body Shop’s Vitamin C range is designed to boost radiance and help skin look more even and luminous – ideal for getting that summer glow without piling on the make-up.

The Hydration Hero

Summer skin needs hydration just as much as it needs SPF. Kiehl’s Ultra Facial Cream is a cult classic for good reason, delivering lasting moisture without feeling overly heavy – the perfect antidote to hot days, dry air-conditioning and plenty of time spent outdoors.

The Summer Shower Upgrade

There’s something particularly satisfying about a fresh, luxurious shower after a day in the sun. L’OCCITANE’s Almond Shower Oil transforms into a soft, milky lather as it cleanses, leaving skin feeling nourished and delicately scented. Consider it the easiest way to turn an everyday ritual into a little summer indulgence.

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