Summer is finally here and it’s time to ditch the heavy makeup and opt instead for a lighter, more natural look. As much as I love an opulent smoky eye and decadent red lip, it just doesn’t look right on sunny evenings. Here are some of the beauty products I’m planning to invest in this season:
1 Dior ‘Nail Glow’ – A slightly pink nail polish that enhances the natural colour of your nails to give them a light, healthy sheen.
2. St Tropez Self Tan Luxe Dry Oil – A moisturising non-greasy formula that gives a long lasting natural looking tan.
3. Laura Mercier Body Butter in Almond Coconut Milk – I always associate the smell of coconut with summer and this body butter is the ultimate in luxurious skincare.
4. Viktor & Rolf Flowerbomb La Vie En Rose – A lighter version of my favourite fragrance that comes in a bottle “inspired by the iridescent wings of a butterfly”. What’s not to love?
5. Nars Matte Multiple in Anguilla – A non-sparkly version of the cult cheek & lip stick in a selection of vibrant and sun-kissed shades.
6. Clarins Rouge Eclat in Juicy Clementine – The perfect lipstick for fair-skinned people like myself who want to embrace this summer’s trend for orange lips. Plus the name reminds me of my lovely daughter!
7. Mac Prep + Prime Highlighter – A pen-style highlighter that can be used over or under makeup to add radiance and a sheer wash of colour.
8. Ghd White Eclipse – I know it’s not great for my hair but I use my ghd hair straightener every day. This new version promises to style your hair in a single stroke while actually making it stronger.
A Spoonful of Style 
Oh my god! I have GOT to get those GHDs!
And absolutely, coconut is THE smell of summer. My house, my car and my hair/body potions all smell of the holiday I won’t be going on yet again. (Still, the Fake Bake mousse you recommended does a fab job of fooling everyone into thinking I’ve already been.)
I know, GHDs are the best! I am properly addicted to mine. Funnily enough I don’t really like the taste of coconut but the smell is pure heaven. I will be doing another Fake Bake application this evening – 26 degrees here tomorrow and Friday!! X
Love the Dior Nail Glow and the Mac highlighter. Nice ideas! Thank you :-).
Thank you so much for your comment. I’m hoping to buy the nail glow when I go into town this afternoon so will let you know if it lives up to my high hopes. X
I need that MAC highlighter in my life. I’ll check out that Flowerbomb version too – the lighter thing sounds good ❤
MAC does such nice products. I still have some left of my ‘normal’ Flowerbomb but I’m really tempted by this one. How long does an opened bottle of perfume last, do you know? X
This is just what every girl would want in her toiletries and make up bag this summer! Perfect list! Loving the Clarins lip color , it’s gorgeous!
Thank you! Yes the lipstick looks lovely and summery. X
Awesome list! ❤️all the pinks!!
Thank you! Yes pinks are perfect for summer. X
The color of that NARS lipstick is gorgeous!
On a totally unrelated note, I just wanted to let you know that I’ve nominated you for the Very Inspiring Blogger Award. If you’d like to participate, you can see all the details here: http://thehashtaggeneration.wordpress.com/2014/06/10/inspiring-blogger-award/. If you’re not interested, no worries!
Thank you so much! I will definitely check it out. And congratulations on your award. xxx