Summer!

Well, I was going to start this post by talking about how great the summer was shaping up to be which would have linked nicely to how we should be modifying our skincare routines as a result of all the glorious sunshine. Unfortunately July has been a bit hit and miss thus far, but ever the optimist where summer's concerned I'm sure this is a temporary blip and that normal service will be resumed shortly.

So, with that in mind the skincare mantra for the summer should be "Protect and Replenish". With the sun out in force it's really important to cover up with products that have at least an SPF 15 rating; and after all that sun exposure you'll need a good moisturiser to counteract the sun's drying effects or, if you've stayed out too long, some soothing skincare products to help repair and restore sun-damaged skin.

We have many products that would be great for after-sun skincare - from our Soothing Face Mask with cooling and soothing cucumber; to Grapefruit Body Butter with grapefruit oil and shea butter, which are anti-inflammatory and healing; to Rejuvenating Facial Serum, which is loaded with oils that have a high anti-oxidant content.

Did you know? Jojoba oil, Shea Butter and Rice Bran oil have natural sun-screening properties (but for guaranteed sun protection use products with an SPF rating).