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Best Beauty Products for Summer 2026

Best Beauty Products for Summer 2026

So we can all agree that our fashion changes from season to season, right? Well the same can be said for our beauty routines. The full coverage foundation is put away and a skin tint takes its place, weightier products are swapped for more lightweight formulas that can withstand the blazing heat. If you’re struggling this summer or just want to update your summer beauty cabinet, below is a list of the best products for this summer.

OREBELLA

Candied Sand Hair & Body Mist 123ml £32

Who doesn’t want to smell like Miss Bella Hadid herself? This Orebella hair and body mist is the perfect lightweight fragrance sure to be in heavy rotation. A hydrating formula with notes of Sandalwood, Coconut, Jasmine, and Cedarwood, this mist will leave you feeling fresh, hydrated, and ready for all your summer activities.

BURBERRY

Outdoor Blush – Pink Heather £40

A weightless powder blush that is water, humidity, sweat and heat resistant, what’s not to love? This Burberry powder blush is the perfect buildable formula to achieve a natural warm summery look. Available in six shades this blush is sure to be a staple.

RHODE

Highlight Milk Multipurpose Luminizer £46.95

Rhode’s Milk Luminizer is a lightweight formula perfect for adding a natural highlight to the skin whether you’re going barefaced or if you’re wearing it under makeup. It doesn’t stop there; this multipurpose formula also works for other areas of the body and is truly an all-in-one product.

LOUIS VUITTON

LV Rouge – Matte Lipstick £120

A bold red lip is chic all year round. This Louis Vuitton Rouge Matte Lipstick is the perfect addition to your summer makeup routine for its long wear formula with a velvet finish to keep your lips hydrated and you comfortable. If red isn’t your vibe don’t worry, this lipstick comes in 55 shades and there is a shade for every skin colour and tone.

KYLIE COSMETICS

Lip Butter – £21

An ultra-hydrating gloss that leaves your lips looking beautifully buttery, it’s a dream. The Kylie Cosmetics lip butter is the perfect summer gloss that comes in a range of shades and doubles as a lip balm to keep your lips moisturised for up to 24 hours.

EAU DES SENS

Eau de toilette £145

A gorgeous light fresh fragrance is a must have this summer and DIPTYQUE has you covered. Eau Des Sens is a gorgeous blend of Orange Blossom, Angelica root, Patchouli, and Juniper Berry perfect for an idyllic walk in the countryside.

GUCCI

Limited Edition Flora Eye Palette , Sunset Orchid £61

Summer nights wouldn’t be complete without a gorgeous shimmering eye look, am I right? Well Gucci’s limited edition Flora Sunset Orchid eyeshadow palette is about to be your new best friend. Warm golden tones, high contrast glitters, this palette is all you need to create a gorgeous look perfect for any nighttime summer party.

GUCCI

208 They Met in Argentina, Rouge De Beauté Brillant Flora £40

Rouge De Beauté Brilliant is Gucci’s new lightweight lip formula that is a beautiful in-between of a sheer and satin lipstick. This long lasting hybrid formula allows for 24 hour moisture without the heavy feeling. Its creamy texture enhances the lips for a perfect summertime look.

ILIA

Sun Serum Mineral Sunscreen SPF 50 £40

By now we all know that SPF is a non-negotiable when it comes to skincare, and this includes the dull winter months. But as we’re talking about summer, ILIA has the perfect mineral sunscreen that can act as a skin tint or foundation or be worn underneath makeup. The lightweight formula provides 24-hour hydration and is infused with hyaluronic acid to plump and replenish the skin.

DOLCE & GABBANA

Glazelighter £40

Glazelighter by Dolce & Gabbana is a highlighter bar made for every part of your body and creates a gorgeous glow to the body in one swipe. A lightweight, non-sticky formula that is humidity proof and long lasting and perfect for any occasion or just because. Its buildable formula makes for a stunning highlighter that will be your go to this summer.

GUCCI

Flora, Gorgeous Orchid £154

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Gucci Flora Gorgeous Orchid is the perfect summer fragrance, a warm blend of Vanilla Orchid, Amber, and floral accents this is sure to be a go to. Fresh, warm, rich, with salty notes to add a gorgeous contrast, if this isn’t already in your summer rotation be sure to add it ASAP.

MAISON MARGIELA

Beach Walk Eau De Toilette£127

“Take a stroll along sandy shores with sun-warmed Beach Walk” is how this Maison Margiela summer fragrance is described. A beautifully light warm fragrance that opens with bright bergamont, pink pepper and lemon, which then develops into exotic floral warmth with coconut milk and ends with smooth cedarwood, benzoin and soft white musk. This unisex fragrance is perfect for both the daytime and nighttime and is sure to be a summer hit.

EMMA LEWISHAM

Sunceutical SPF 50 Mineral Face Créme £48

Who doesn’t want an SPF that doubles as skincare. This Emma Lewisham mineral sunscreen is perfect for those who have dryer skin but don’t want to wear a heavier cream. Its lightweight formula is enriched with niacinamide to help protect and revitalise the skin. For my girls with a deeper complexion, this SPF doesn’t leave a white cast, WIN WIN, and layers beautifully under makeup.

CHANEL

Rouge Coco Baume £38

Sometimes it’s too hot to apply a full lip combo, and honestly sometimes the bare look is the way to go. Rouge Coco Baume is a beautiful hydrating lip balm that is perfect for the summer months. Its sheer coverage is perfect for an effortless look, and the hydrating formula keeps you covered for up to 8 hours. If you are wanting to wear your favourite lip combo, this balm works perfectly as a base for any lip product.

OUAI

St Barts Deodorant £20

Deodorant is a MUST have every day, but especially in the summer months where it can get hot and humid. Ouai’s St. Barts deodorant has notes of dragon fruit, tuberose, orange blossom, and musk keeping you smelling fresh this summer. A deodorant stick made from shea butter and coconut oil ensures soft, hydrated skin all day long; this stick can be used on its own or alongside an anti-perspirant for extra freshness.

SAIE

SuperSuede Radiant Baked Bronzer £28

Just because it’s summer doesn’t mean we need to wave goodbye to our trusty bronzers. Saie has you covered, their talc-free baked powder bronzer is the perfect lightweight formula to keep you looking sculpted and warm without the heaviness. Enriched with hydrating and nourishing ingredients, this bronzer is set to be your best friend. Its buildable and natural-looking finish allows for total control, and its suede finish allows every look to feel elevated and chic. This bronzer is perfect for your summertime makeup kit.    

By Clarissa Straughn

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