The moment the sun makes an appearance, our routines change, and the things we reach for every day need to keep up. Whether you’re heading to the beach, spending more time outdoors, managing pesky hay fever, or simply trying to keep your skin glowing and your hair behaving in the heat, having the right products by your side makes all the difference. Whether you’re building your summer kit from scratch or just looking for a few brilliant upgrades, we think you’ll find something here that earns a permanent spot in your daily routine.
Era 40oz Leakproof Straw Tumbler | BrüMate
Make hydration the highlight of your summer with the BrüMate Era 40oz Leakproof Straw Tumbler, the stylish essential that keeps you refreshed from sunrise to sunset. From early morning commutes and gym sessions to beach afternoons, picnics and weekends away, its generous 40oz capacity keeps your favourite drinks cold for hours, so you can spend less time topping up and more time enjoying the moment. The 100% leakproof design means it’s ready to go wherever summer takes you – throw it in your bag for any summer adventure with 100% confidence it won’t let you down. The BrüMate Era is a simple summer essential that supports healthier habits, and it’s available in a range of statement colours and patterns. Meet your new must-have summer accessory!
Best for: Anyone who wants to stay hydrated in style. Perfect for the gym, beach, picnics, and everything in between
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Premium Liquid Marine Collagen | Kollo Health
If you’re looking to simplify your wellness routine without compromising on quality, Kollo Health’s Premium Liquid Marine Collagen is well worth adding to your daily ritual. Home to the UK’s most awarded liquid collagen, each sachet contains 10,000 mg of premium Naticol® marine collagen peptides, alongside vitamin C, B vitamins and L-lysine. Vitamin C contributes to normal collagen formation for the normal function of skin, cartilage and bones.
Ready to drink straight from the sachet, Kollo’s delicious tropical-flavoured liquid collagen requires no preparation – simply tear, sip and go. Prefer to mix it? Add it to your favourite smoothie, juice or yoghurt. It’s an effortless way to stay consistent with your wellness routine, whether you’re at home, at work or on the move. With thousands of five-star reviews and multiple industry awards, Kollo has become a trusted choice for those investing in premium, evidence-led wellness.
Best for: Anyone looking to support their skin, joints, and overall wellbeing with a simple, delicious daily ritual
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Holy Basil and Aloe Hydrating Mist | Jurlique UK
Hot weather, air conditioning, and spending more time outdoors can all take a toll on your skin, which is exactly why we fell head over heels for this gorgeous mist from Jurlique. Grown on their own biodynamic farm in Australia, the Holy Basil and Aloe that give this mist its name are the real stars of the show, working together to lock in moisture and give your skin a refreshing, instant boost. What makes this one special is its clinically proven ability to keep skin hydrated for a full 24 hours after just one application, which is no small thing when summer heat is constantly working against you. One quick spritz and skin feels instantly cooler, softer, and more alive; it’s the kind of product that makes you feel put together even when you’re just sitting in the garden. Completely free from silicones, parabens, and artificial fragrances, it’s as clean as it is effective. For face, body, and whenever skin feels thirsty, this is our go-to summer spritz.
Best for: Dry, stressed, or sun-exposed skin, and anyone who needs a cooling pick-me-up on the go
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Footmender All In One Foot Cream 100 ml
Summer means sandals, and sandals mean your feet are finally on show, which is why this little hero deserves a spot in your medicine cabinet right now. Footmender is not your average foot cream. This is a clinically proven, multi-tasking treatment that tackles four of the most common foot complaints – dry skin, hard skin (calluses), corns, and cracked heels – all in one single product. Just one daily application from this neatly designed airless pump dispenser, and within days you’ll notice a genuinely real difference. The subtle menthol scent is refreshing without being overpowering, and it absorbs beautifully so you don’t end up slipping around on your floors. We all said that this delivered more effective results after the first application than any of us had previously tried. Our feet feel transformed, and summer sandal season has never felt so confident.
Best for: Anyone with dry, cracked, or hard skin on their feet, which is most of us come summer
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Prep & Style Wax Stick + Define & Smooth Baby Hair Styling Brush | Clara UK
If flyaways, frizz, and unruly baby hairs are the bane of your summer styling life, Clara has come up with the dream combination to solve all three problems at once. The Prep & Style Wax Stick is a beautifully lightweight styling product that glides on smoothly and delivers a sleek, polished result without any of the greasiness, flakiness, or stiffness you might expect from a wax. It’s enriched with everything that actually nourishes your hair as it styles, leaving it soft, shiny, and healthy-looking even the next morning. Pair it with Clara’s Define & Smooth Baby Hair Styling Brush, which has been cleverly designed with two sides to make the most out of your styling, and you’ve got a proper mini styling duo that delivers salon-neat results in under a minute. It works beautifully on all hair types, and the two together cost less than your office’s coffee run. An absolute summer essential.
Best for: Anyone dealing with flyaways, baby hairs, or frizz in the heat
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Laifen P3 Pro Electric Shaver
For the men in our lives who want a great shave without any of the hassle, the Laifen P3 Pro has genuinely won us over. It looks brilliant on the bathroom shelf – sleek and modern, it’s the kind of thing that just feels good to pick up, and it delivers every bit as well as it looks. What really stood out for us was how effortlessly and comfortably it works, even on thicker or patchier hair. No pulling, no irritation, just a consistently smooth and close result that leaves skin feeling great rather than sore. The battery lasts impressively well on a single charge, so there’s no anxious hunting for a charger before a big occasion, and when you do need to top it up, it doesn’t take long at all. It’s fully waterproof, really simple to keep clean, and compact enough to slip into a washbag without a second thought – perfect for holidays or weekend trips away. Smart, stylish, and genuinely impressive.
Best for: Men who want a clean, close, comfortable shave without spending hours at the mirror
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Polar Loop Screen-Free Health Band
We’ve tried a lot of fitness trackers over the years, and what makes the Polar Loop feel genuinely different is what it doesn’t have: a screen. No notifications buzzing your wrist. No social media pinging. No temptation to keep looking at a bright display. Just a lightweight band sitting quietly on your wrist, tracking your sleep, your daily activity, your heart rate, and much more, letting you check in when it suits you via the FREE Polar Flow app. This makes it the perfect summer companion, whether you’re on holiday, exercising outdoors, or just trying to be a bit more switched-on about your health. The eight-day battery life is genuinely fantastic (we all know that big brand needs charging daily!), and the sleep tracking is some of the most detailed and useful we’ve come across. There are no monthly fees, no locked features, and it’s water-resistant up to 30 metres, so swimming is no problem either. For anyone wanting to take their health a little more seriously this summer, this is a wonderful, calm, and practical way to do it.
Best for: Health-conscious individuals who want meaningful data without screen distractions
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Riemann P20 Hyperpigmentation Face SPF50+ Sun Cream
Sun protection is non-negotiable, but for those of us who also struggle with dark spots, uneven skin tone, or the aftermath of old sun damage, this clever sun cream from Riemann P20 is doing double duty in the most impressive way. It’s a proper SPF50+ broad-spectrum sunscreen, which means it protects against the full spectrum of UV rays throughout the day, but it’s also packed with skin-brightening niacinamide and vitamin C to actively reduce existing dark spots and help prevent new ones from forming. It has a genuinely lovely texture: lightweight, fast-absorbing, and non-greasy. Suitable for sensitive skin, it works well for virtually everyone. The P20 brand has long been trusted for serious, long-lasting sun protection, and this feels like a real step forward, combining sun care with proper skincare in one elegant, easy step.
Best for: Anyone who wants sun protection and skin brightening in one simple step
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Hydra+ Oil 50ml | ishga
If you haven’t come across the Scottish skincare brand ishga yet, prepare to be completely won over. This is a brand that has quietly been winning awards and building a deeply devoted following, and their Hydra+ Oil is the latest reason why. This beautifully crafted, lightweight oil is going to give you the kind of glow that makes people ask what you’ve been doing differently! Made with sustainably hand-harvested Hebridean seaweed alongside hyaluronic acid, borage oil, frankincense, and rose geranium. It absorbs quickly and completely without any greasy residue. We also love that it works brilliantly as a hair oil too, smoothing and adding shine to mid-lengths and ends without weighing anything down. Certified organic, cruelty-free, this is luxury skincare that feels as good to use as it does to know where it comes from.
Best for: Anyone who wants a luxurious, multi-use oil that genuinely delivers for both skin and hair
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Final thoughts
That’s Part One of our Summer Essentials guide wrapped up, and what a brilliant collection of products it is. From skin and hair care to health tracking and foot treatments, every single one has been tried, tested, and truly loved by our team. Part Two is on its way very soon with even more summer recommendations, so keep checking back. In the meantime, we hope something in this list makes your summer feel a little brighter, a little more comfortable, and a whole lot better.
