Whether you're flying away to an exotic destination this summer or just making the most of the UK sun, these are my picks to keep you sunshine ready.
Nivea Sun Moisturising Spray - I've tried different brands over the years but Nivea sun protection is the one I always come back to year after year. It's a convenient spray bottle and available in a range of protection levels depending on your skin type. I tend to stick to SPF 30. It does say water resistant but I re-apply after swimming to make sure my skin is fully protected, and also before I go out into the sunshine in the morning.
No7 Protect and Perfect Intense Facial Sun Protection - Still on the SPF, this is my favourite facial sun protecion. I use this year round and apply it after my usual moisturiser. Even when it's cloudy those pesky UVA/UVB rays can still get through and damage your skin, so this is a must. Also, remember your neck and chest area! Great thing with this is it doesn't clog pores or feel greasy and can be applied under make up.
Hawaiian tropic Silk Hydration After Sun - My all time favourite after sun. It's super cooling and moisturising and I love love love the smell of this. Fruity but not too girly so great for men or women.
Avon Caribbean Paradise Body Spray- If you're at the beach or by the pool and need a little freshen up the Avon body mist in Caribbean Paradise is perfect. Instead of taking a perfume which a) is expensive and b) comes in a glass bottle, throw this is your bag, spritz it all over, and you're good to go.
L'oreal Studio Matt and Messy Salt Spray - I use this a lot during summer and especially if I'm away on holiday as I don't want the fuss of taking a lot of electrical gadgets with me. It's a quick and hassle-free way to style your hair into beautiful 'just been at the beach' look. Leave your hair to air dry and spray through the ends giving you that wavy, matt look (better still leave in plaits over night and use dry shampoo at the roots in the morning and this then through the ends).
Bourjois Color Boost - After Clinique released the chubby sticks, the high street brands have followed suit at a fraction of the price, so stock up on a couple of different shades for a quick way to update your look. My favourites are Fuchsia Libre and Peach on the Beach.
Sudocrem - This is an essential item! Sudocrem is a staple in my bathroom cabinet at home and also my wash bag when away. Great for scrapes, burns, rashes and pimples. Fantastic all rounder!
