I'm a beauty editor, and this product had me floating into work with a holiday glow

"I love my complexion to glow during the summer months but as a beauty editor, I know the effects that sitting in the blazing heat will have on my skin. Fortunately, there’s make-up for that. I start with Armani’s updated bronzer – its pigment was originally developed to mimic melanin. Then, for some colour in the cheeks, you can’t beat the cult-classic Nars Orgasm blush, which now comes in liquid form for an even easier application." Katy Young, group beauty director

"With no need or inclination to ever put my face in the sun, a daily sunscreen is a non-negotiable. On beach days, I’ll be wearing Ultrasun Anti-Pigmentation Face Fluid SPF50+, which feels featherlight but throws up a ring of steel against my melasma flare-ups." Lynne Hyland, senior beauty editor

"If there was any question as to what a summer holiday in a bottle might smell like, Estée Lauder’s Bronze Goddess, with a blend of warm-on-skin coconut, amber, sandalwood and vanilla, comes the closest. Try as I might I never grow out of this warm weather classic." Katy Young, group beauty director

"Warmer days call for warmer makeup, but rather than reaching for bronzer, I tend to choose a peachier shade of blusher to give my Celtic complexion some summer colour. Sweed Air Blush Cream in Suntouch is doing some serious heavy lifting in my makeup bag. It creates a subtly sun-kissed effect and I find the velvety cream texture so easy to work with." Anna Lao-Kaim, beauty editor

"Some form of liquid suntan is a daily necessity for me and, so far this year, the one to beat is Glossier Cloud Paint Seamless Cheek Color in Dune. Glossier recommends applying a few small dots to the bridge of the nose, upper forehead and chin, but I’ve also been adding a tiny amount to my moisturiser and using it all over. The creamy-feel formula blends beautifully and dries down to a velvety softness that looks extremely natural – no shimmer or shine." Fleur Fruzza, beauty editor

"Keeping skin hydrated in warmer weather is key, and Sculpted by Aimee's HydraBody is about as perfect as body lotions get. Skin feels smooth as silk without enduring a sticky, sinking-in stage, and the soft orchid scent delights in its own right while complementing any fragrance I combine it with. Magical." Lynne Hyland, senior beauty editor

"Everything from spritzing perfume to scant SPF application can lead to hyperpigmentation on your body – my wrists, elbows and knees are particularly susceptible to blotchiness. I have high hopes for SkinSense AP Perfecting Body Elixir, which contains the catchily named 2% n-acetyl glucosamine (NAG) to inhibit melanin production in conjunction with a punchy amount of our good friend niacinamide to brighten skin." Anna Lao-Kaim, beauty editor

"As an eczema sufferer, I’m something of a hydration obsessive. This makes moisture magnet hyaluronic acid (HA) a cornerstone of my skincare routine, and one of my favouritenew HA formulas is Antipodes Maya Hyaluronic 72-Hour Hydration Serum. Its lightweight texture belies its potency, thanks to HA being combined with pheohydrane – a blend of moisture-retaining green algae – marine sugars and mineral-rich seawater. It’s a fresh kind of hydration, perfectas the weather gets warmer." Fleur Fruzza, beauty editor

"Fragrance is my way of bottling memories. Each summer, I select a scent as my olfactive time capsule, and 2024 is going to smell of one thing: Bibbi Swimming Pool. Rinse your expectations of anything clammy or chlorinated; this is the scent of a five-star spa oasis, where notes of spearmint, dewy grass and white woods drift on the air as you bliss out in a still-warm-from-the-laundry dressing gown." Lynne Hyland, senior beauty editor

"I’m in the ‘cleansing as soon as you get through the door’ camp, especially after a humid commute. Rosalique 3 In 1 Balm Cleanser makes for a relaxing ritual that’s especially suited to skin that’s sensitive and on the dry side. Calming chamomile, aloe vera and oatmeal extracts provide SOS relief for sore skin, plus the balm’s a whizz for removing even the most tenacious waterproof makeup (although be sure to use a soft cloth and warm water to whisk away every trace of residue)." Anna Lao-Kaim, beauty editor

"As a diehard self-tanner, I find guide colour can be a mixed blessing. While helpful for avoiding missed areas, it can create the disturbing impression of a woman turning to rust. It was with trepidation that I swirled the pearly-bronze liquid inside Iconic London Prep-Set-Tan Mousse, but it pumped out as a barely tinted cloud and shimmered softly on my skin. Come morning, I floated into work with a holiday glow, in defiance of a rainy Monday." Lynne Hyland, senior beauty editor

"Is it weird to feel evangelical about deodorant? Perhaps, but then AKT The Deodorant Balm is like nothing else I’ve ever tried. This all-natural, aluminium-free paste formula (which can be applied with an applicator or fingers) feels instantly dry and completely cancels odour all day. Plus, every one of the five scents (there’s also a fragrance-free version) is gorgeous – I currently love floral Columbia Road for early summer. I can’t wait for this brand’s foray into body care, coming later in the year." Fleur Fruzza, beauty editor