TOP of the SHOPS

Mernie Gilmore finds out what’s hot to shop this week

ECO

We love make-up that’s kind to the planet. And Ethique’s new lipstick range, £15, is not only vegan and free from palm oil, but when it’s finished, you can pop the container on your compost heap or bury it in the garden where it will enrich the soil. Its jumbo size means it will last up to three times longer than a regular lipstick and it’s available in seven wearable shades. Find it in Boots or at ethique.co.uk.

EAT

Whether you are planning on baking afternoon tea for a street party, or simply want to upgrade your morning toast, this delicious Perfectly Patriotic Preserves collection, £12.99, from Cottage Delight (cottagedelight.co.uk) is just what you need. With strawberry jam, marmalade and lemon curd, you’ll be spoiled for choice.

CRAFT

The four-day weekend has started, so if you fancy spending some of it crafting, head to

Hobbycraft online to try out some of its Jubilee-themed projects. With everything from bunting to cake-baking, you can even crochet a corgi if that’s what you fancy. Visit

hobbycraft.co.uk for more information.

BEAUTY

When it comes to looking after dry skin, there’s little that Australian beauty brand Lano can’t do. And its latest launch, Lano 101 Dry Skin Supercream, £10.99, can be used from head to toe. Packed with lanolin, vitamin E and sweet almond oil, it will flood dry patches with hydration while protecting the skin’s natural barrier. Available at

cultbeauty.co.uk.

HOME

Summer is here and that means alfresco dining, whether it’s a family barbecue in the garden or a picnic in the park with friends. We love these colourful plastic glasses, £5 for four, from Wilko. Perfect for serving up refreshing cold drinks when temperatures rise, they are durable, won’t smash if dropped and will brighten up any occasion.