After long days lounging on the beach and enjoying salty ocean swims, a nourishing moisture hit is exactly what our skin requires. Switch rich creams and balms for lightweight oils that deliver quenching hydration and leave a summery sheen, ready for the evening. These are the four favourites you’ll find in our sunshine beauty kits.Â
I’ve become addicted to this oil’s zingy scent of mandarin and neroli, which has an invigorating effect – perfect for waking me up after an afternoon on a sunlounger, or as a morning energy shot. The organic blend of argan and rosehip oil replenishes and soothes parched skin, while apricot and grapeseed oil help to boost radiance. I particularly like the ultra-light texture, which doesn’t leave a residue, meaning you can massage it in and get dressed instantly.Â
I’m a big fan of Tata Harper’s clean products, and this oil is my new holiday hero. Not only does the blend of organic botanicals nourish skin, the multi-use formula can also be massaged into the scalp after a day in the sun and used to smooth flyaway hairs, for an effortlessly sleek summer up-do. It’s fast-absorbing and doesn’t feel greasy or sticky. For maximum hydration, I apply it after my shower to lock in moisture and leave my skin feeling super-soft.
If you’re yet to try Rowse, take this as your opportunity. The US-based beauty brand specialises in stripped-back skincare products made from plant-based ingredients and packaged in beautiful plastic-free bottles. The Summer Body Oil has become my daily go-to. Made from a blend including jojoba and coconut oil, it repairs and soothes skin and helps reduce hyperpigmentation. Carrot and beruti oil give the formula a golden colour, which leaves a sun-kissed glow. Â
Massage this oil on to skin, work it into cuticles, slather it on hair as a leave-in conditioner, use it on dry heels – anywhere that needs some TLC will benefit from a layer of Idan Oil. It contains cold-pressed coconut oil, which has a nourishing balm-like effect, and the heady scent comes from a whole tuberose flower. The formula solidifies in cooler temperatures – perfect for travelling. Run the bottle under warm water to turn it to a liquid state.