In the bag

Editing your toiletries for holiday is always a tricky job, yet you can actually survive with just a handful of items. Here are our suggestions for streamline packing.

SUN CREAM, £20

Not only will Avène Anti-aging Tinted SPF50 sun cream leave your skin looking smooth and nourished, it will reflect harmful rays and target fine lines too. boots.com

BARRIER CREAM, £8

This all-in-one SVR Topialyse Barrier cream is great for nourishing hands, face and body. It will instantly soothe itching, contains the omegas and has a non-greasy finish. Feelunique.com

SELF TAN, £22

This rich self-tan serum from St Tropez is packed with vitamins, hyaluronic acid, peach flower extract and green mandarin water. Slap it on during a flight and you’ll disembark with fresh, glowing and hydrated skin. boots.com

CLEANSER, £20

These cleansing oil capsules from Eve Lom may be small but pack a punch when it comes to removing make-up and city grime. They’ll also keep skin hydrated for up to 12 hours.

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LIP BALM, £16

Applying lip balm is essential to fight against the drying effects of travel. This Biossance Rose Vegan Lip Balm is packed with rose extracts and squalane. cultbeauty.co.uk

BRONZER, £34

It’s endless summer with this

Bronze Goddess powder from Estée Lauder. It will give you that beach glow on holiday and for a long time after. esteelauder.co.uk