Summer makeup definitely requires a lighter touch. What we’re aiming for now is plump, glowing skin, focusing on hydration and brightness. Basically we need to show more skin and it must not look like an old boot!

The good news is that bronzers are back! If, like me, you missed the fact they’d ever left the building, they certainly didn’t at my house, I say let’s just ignore the alleged brief hiatus in golden gilding and move ever onwards and upwards. On cheeks as in life. I also like to toy with the idea of introducing a bit of colour at this time of year, to my otherwise magnolia-safe makeup choices but we’ll see how far I get with that, unlikely past the bathroom, but a girl can dream.

And finally, whether you need a quick zhuzh as you step off the plane, a bit more va va voom at a festival, a quick touch up on the beach, or you just want to look your best in your own back yard, swap cumbersome palettes for pots and sticks that can be thrown into pockets, and applied on the go with effortless ‘I don’t even need a mirror’ confidence.

Maybe do take a mirror though, just in case.

VITA LIBERATA BODY BLUR INSTANT HD SKIN FINISH
£29.95

vitaliberata.co.uk

A silky lotion that gives an instant medium bronze tint and reduces the appearance of imperfections for a flawless skin finish.

IGK HAIR BEACH CLUB VOLUMISING TEXTURE SPRAY
£10 (60ML)

spacenk.com

This salt-free spray with built-in UV protection delivers buildable texture and volume to the hair for that fresh from the beach feel.

MILK MAKEUP MATTE BRONZER
£20.50

cultbeauty.co.uk

Swipe under cheekbones, jawline and collar bones for immediate definition, or blend over your face and body for an all-over glow.

DE MAMIEL ALTITUDE OIL
£30

demamiel.com

The ultimate multi-tasking elixir, this inhalation essence helps to keep a clear head and energise the mind when you’re on the go.

HAPPY JACKSON COMPACT MIRROR
£8

wildandwolf.co.uk

BENEFIT THEY’RE REAL! BLUE MASCARA
£22

lookfantastic.com

A long-lasting, smudge-free formula that curls and lifts lashes from the root. And it’s blue!

TRINNY LONDON FRESH FLUSH (LIP2CHEEK) IN MAMA
£24

trinnylondon.com

Another delightful pot of magic from the brand, a universally wearable red with a glimmering finish in a light velvety texture for easy fingertip application.