From sensitive skin woes to daily sun protection, go into summer ready for anything
This article is sponsored by Lancaster, Nivea, Solar Buddies, Curél, Avène, Sun Bum, NUXE & First Aid Beauty
Exciting plans? Check. Skincare staples? Got it. Sunny spells? Working on it…
Now, we’re not trying to get ahead of ourselves, but with the temperatures creeping up and the sun starting to make an appearance, it’s finally starting to feel more like summer. So naturally our attention soon turns to sun-filled plans that have long been on our to-do list. From picnics in the park and garden barbecues, to tropical adventures abroad and relaxing UK staycations.
No matter where your summer plans take you this year, you’ll always need your summer beauty essentials. But this goes beyond your shower gels, shampoos and deodorants. When it comes to getting ready for the upcoming season, there’s no better way to prep than with a checklist of the things you’ll need from Boots.
Not sure what to stock up on? We’ve put together a little summer beauty list to get you started…
Sun protection essentials
A sun care staple
NIVEA SUN Protect & Moisture Suncream Spray SPF 30
• Size: 200ml
• Water-resistant
• Suitable for all skin types
• 95% recycled bottle (without cap and pump)
No summer plans are complete without this sunscreen icon from Nivea. Whether it’s a summer holiday, a trip to the seaside or a family day out, this sunscreen provides immediate UVA and UVB protection. Plus, its infusion of anti-oxidant vitamin E helps keep skin moisturised for up to 48 hours* – oh, and the spray nozzle means easy application – a win win!
A daily go-to
Sun Bum Face Mist SPF50
• Size: 100ml
• UVA and UVB protection
• Suitable for all skin types
Designed to deliver sheer, lightweight protection from harmful UV rays, this handy little face mist is perfect for keeping in your bag – whether it’s for top-ups on the go or as a daily sun protection. Formulated with calming witch hazel to help relieve minor skin irritations and soothe sensitive skin, it’s just the thing to refresh skin with every spritz.
An invisible icon
Lancaster Sun Beauty Invisible Face Fluid SPF30
• Size: 30ml
• Ultra-lightweight texture with touch dry finish
• Water and sweat-resistant formula
• Clean, vegan** and ocean friendly
• Non comedogenic and dermatologically tested
If a daily sun protection that leaves no trace of white marks is on your summer skin checklist, then look no further than Lancaster’s most advanced sun protection. Targeting 100% of the sun spectrum^ and helping to repair skin from sun-induced damage, this ultra-lightweight and invisible sunscreen is the perfect daily SPF. Simply apply each morning as the last step of your skincare routine and leave skin with a dry-touch finish.
A child-friendly champion
Solar Buddies Sun Cream Applicator Pink
• Size: holds 100ml
• Refillable applicator
• Easy for kids to use
• Travel size
• BPA free
• Anti-bacterial coating
Got a child who just loves to do things themselves? When it comes to sun protection, let them get involved in the fun with this award-winning and child-friendly sunscreen applicator, as featured on Dragons Den. Designed specifically for use by children with less mess in mind, the easy and fun refillable applicator simply needs filling with your favourite sunscreen and you’re good to go!
Daily skincare must-haves
A repairing superstar
First Aid Beauty Ultra Repair Cream
• Size: 170g
• Can be used on the face and body
• Suitable for sensitive skin
• 24 hours of hydration
The ultimate moisturiser for summer and beyond, this award-winning cream is a must for your bathroom cabinet. Its fast-absorbing, rich and hydrating formula strengthens the skin barrier in just seven days.^^ The calming blend of colloidal oatmeal helps speed up skin renewal to relieve dryness and irritation for comfortably smooth skin.
A skin balancing bestie
Curél Skin Balancing Care Oil Control Foaming Facial Wash
• Size: 150ml
• Dermatologist tested
• pH balanced
• Fragrance free
• Free of drying alcohols
• Non-comedogenic
Wash away the day with this light and airy foam wash, formulated to gently cleanse impurities and excess oil without stripping or drying the skin. Designed with oily skin in mind, this formula helps replenish and protect the natural ceramide levels for optimal moisture retention and balanced skin.
Summer skin picks
A multi-tasking hero
Avène Thermal Spring Water Spray for All Skin types
• Size: 150ml
• Suitable for all skin types, including sensitive and babies from 6 months old
• Bottled directly at the source for guaranteed purity
Looking for a skincare product that can do it all? Avène’s unique thermal water spray is clinically proven to soothe, soften and calm sensitive or allergy-prone skin. But that’s not all – it can be used daily – whether that’s to relieve sunburn, cool skin during hot weather, remove residual impurities, fix make-up in place or after cleansing for a fresh-faced feeling.
A golden glow
NUXE Huile Prodigieuse® Floral Gold Shimmer Multi-Purpose Dry Oil
• Size: 50ml
• Can be used on the body, face and hair
Dare to glow this summer with NUXE's new Huile Prodigieuse® Floral Gold. Discover the iconic blend of seven precious botanical oils, including argan, macadamia and sweet almond oils, infused with pearly particles to leave your skin and hair illuminated. The rose-gold, shimmery dry oil is laced with grapefruit zest, magnolia and musk, making it the perfect summer scent.
Now you’ve got your list at the ready, it’s time to shop! And there’s plenty more where that came from…Take a look at our summer beauty hub for more inspiration.
