Poolside Pretty

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Avoiding singed skin, frizzy hair and melting make-up has never been easier with these summer-proof products. 

By Jemma Walker

It’s that time of year when cleansing routines no longer work and Keratin hair treatments are a must. The Middle Eastern summer has begun. From avoiding breakouts to chic beachwear, here’s the must-haves helping you play out the first weekend of June in style. 

Skin Protection 

Combining UVA and UVB protection, Clinique is the perfect choice for the Middle Eastern summer – it even gives your skin an antioxidant boost. Selecting a second suncream for your face is imperative; the lighter formula helps to stop breakouts and often includes anti-aging agents to keep you looking youthful and bright. The Estēe Lauder Bronze Goddess Lotion spreads evenly onto your skin with a light sweet scent and has a high SPF.

Don’t forget that your tresses suffer from exposure too – think dry frizz and copious split ends. Look to Redken for a moisturising shampoo that helps to repair and rejuvenate. 

Bodycare 

There’s no shame in wanting to prolong your bronzed glow for as long as possible. Created using UVA, UVB and Infared technology, a tan deepner such as Lancaster’s below, is the secret to a glow that outlasts the season. Replenishing your sun-soaked skin with lost moisture is a must and Rodial’s multi-use toning body cream helps to both tone and re-hydrate. Later, quench your skin’s thirst with Guerlain’s miracle Super Aqua-Serum – the smoothing balm helps to reawaken after a demanding day.

Summerproof Make-up

In hot weather your every-day make-up routine can soon cause havoc with your skin. Turn to the summer-resistant Bobbi Brown mascara – the smudgeproof, nourishing formula is a sure fire way to keep your lashes looking full and feeling healthy. Facial suncreams can sometimes build oil residue, leading to devilish breakouts and uneven coverage. Laura Mercier’s gentle oil-free formula creates the perfect blemish-free balance for your pores and offers SPF 20 protection. Add a swipe of vibrant lip-colour to your poolside look and you’re ready for a day of sunbathing, swimming and socialising. 

Poolside Style 

Overflowing with bright eye-catching colours, prints evoke the spirit of summer.  Cat-eye sunglasses are 2015’s go-to shape and this Gucci pair incorporates bold summer colours, a fun floral print and mirrored green lenses – the 100% UV protection pushes them to the top of our list. Clashing prints are a street style favourite, so team your shades with a printed swimsuit, statement sandals and a standout beach towel – the ability to spot your sunbed from a mile away is helpful and high-style.