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6 beauty holiday essentials

I don’t travel light. I’m a maximalist when it comes beauty product packing. To be fair, it’s often because I am testing new things for Good Housekeeping – but it’s also because I like to be prepared for every eventuality! Skincare is my number one essential when I go on holiday, and as important as my Heidi Klein swimsuit, toothbrush and Havaianas. Here are 6 of my favourite Summer skin savers.

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Clarins Sun Care Oil Spray SPF 30, £19

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Packed with hydrating plant extracts, Clarins Sun Care Oil Spray SPF 30, £19, treats the skin as well as guarding against skin damage.


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Lancôme’s Soleil Bronzer Smoothing Protective BB Cream SPF50, £24

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I love Lancôme’s Soleil Bronzer Smoothing Protective BB Cream SPF50, £24. It moisturises, protects and gives lightweight coverage so your skin looks dewy and glowing.


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Elizabeth Arden Eight Hour Cream Skin Protectant, £26

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The original multi-tasking balm, I use Elizabeth Arden Eight Hour Cream Skin Protectant, £26, on lips, dry skin patches, eyebrows and cuticles. There’s a fragrance-free version if you don’t like its signature scent.


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4

Korres Santorini Vine Bodymilk, £8

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I do love a good body lotion but hate feeling sticky. My latest find is Korres Santorini Vine Bodymilk, £8 (Debenhams), which contains over 90% natural ingredients.


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5

Chanel’s luxurious Chance Shimmering Body Cream, £57

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For a super-luxe treat, invest in Chanel luxurious Chance Shimmering Body Cream, £57. It smells divine and has just the right amount of sparkle. Fab on sun-kissed skin.


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6

Kiehl’s Rare Earth Deep Pore Cleansing Masque, £25

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I find that diligent use of sunscreen can often leave my pores a bit clogged. As well as regular exfoliation, a good mask such as Kiehl’s Rare Earth Deep Pore Cleansing Masque, £25, leaves my complexion fresher and clearer looking.

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