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Six summer skincare products to add to your kit
From easy-to-use SPF mists to soothing face masks, these products are a great addition to your routine during the hotter months ahead
For many of us, summer’s joyous arrival marks an increased focus on our skincare routines. SPF enters the forefront of our minds as we expose more skin in hotter temperatures. Months of covering up in warmer clothes can lead to the neglect of body care that now becomes all-too important as shorts and swimsuits are pulled out of the wardrobe. But – don’t fret – upping your self-care routine for the coming months is simple with Boots’ online skincare hub, a comprehensive destination where you’ll find everything from intensive moisturisers for skin that needs a little TLC, to nourishing, easy-to-use sun protection mists.
Not sure where to start? These six products will be a great addition to your summer kit:
A refreshing face mist
Florence by Mills Zero Chill Face Mist 100ml, £10, Buy here
Easy to throw in your tote for a trip down the park for a picnic, this rose-infused Face Mist from clean beauty brand Florence by Mills will give your skin a much-need moisture hit on hot, sunny afternoons. With thyme extract, bladderwrack seaweed and a rose and lavender blend, this botanical-packed product could become your next go-to.
High protection SPF for face
La Roche-Posay Anthelios Sun Protection Face Mist 75ml, £14, Buy here
Ask anyone who knows anything about skincare and they’ll wax lyrical about the importance of SPF in your routine all year round, come rain or shine. And this factor 50 La Roche-Posay Anthelios Sun Protection Face Mist has plenty of benefits. The non-sticky, non-greasy formula can be easily sprayed on both before and after make-up – plus it leaves no white marks and has a fresh fragrance.
Mattifying face SPF
Vichy Ideal Soleil Mattifying Face Dry Touch Sun Cream SPF30 50ml, £16.50, Buy here
While during the winter months, skin often becomes drier – the summer regularly sees the opposite effect. If shiny, oily skin bothers you, try Vichy’s Idéal Soleil Mattifying Face Dry Touch SPF 30, enriched with mineralising thermal water and suitable for combination skin.
Lip balm with SPF
No7 Lovely Lips Lip Balm SPF15 2.8g, £9, Buy here
Though it can be easy to overlook, using SPF on your lips is important in preventing sun damage, too. This nourishing No.7 SPF Lovely Lips lip balm is SPF15, and can be worn alone or applied before lipstick.
Soothing face mask
Revolution Skincare Aloe Vera & Water Lily Soothing Face Mask 50g, £8, Buy here
Its soothing, anti-inflammatory properties make aloe vera a popular ingredient in summer skincare products - so this hydrating sheet mask with added aloe vera extract is a great one to have in your kit for when your skin feels in need of a bit of moisture.
The multi-functioning moisturiser
Eucerin Hyaluron-Filler Day Cream SPF30 for All Skin Types 50ml, £28, Buy here
For a nourishing moisturiser with SPF30 protection that also helps to combat wrinkles, go for Eucerin’s Hyaluron Filler Day Cream. It contains hyaluronic acid – a humectant which helps to retain moisture and can help to prevent the deepening of fine lines.
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