If sweaty summer days are a worry, this detoxifying underarm bar is brilliant. Formulated with charcoal, it helps to keep odour at bay and leaves underarms feeling fresh and clean. Its purifying properties are also great for nixing body acne, leaving your skin clean and clear.

Shop Megababe Space Bar Detoxifying Charcoal Underarm Bar at Cult Beauty, £6.50

I don’t think there’s been a summer in the past five years when I haven’t used this cult product. Not only does it instantly hydrate and nourish skin, it adds a subtle shimmer and radiance while smelling like a summer holiday in a bottle. I’m obsessed.  

Shop Nuxe Huile Prodigieuse Shimmering Multi Purpose Dry Oil at Lookfantastic, £33

This brand-new body scrub is an absolute game-changer for smooth summer skin. The gel formula combines a blend of AHAs, BHAs and PHAs to gently exfoliate your skin, while microbiome technology leaves skin smooth and glowing. I’ve been using it twice a week to keep my skin polished and to scrub away any old fake tan.

Shop Coco & Eve Triple Action Resurfacing Body Gel Scrub, £26

Another brilliant new launch is this salicylic acid serum from The Ordinary. It’s perfect for softening areas of rough skin – eg the elbows, knees and ankles – and helps to unblock clogged pores, like on your chest and back.  

Shop The Ordinary Salicylic Acid 0.5% Body Serum, £14.30

I’m a big fan of Naturium’s body products for two reasons: 1) their XXL size and 2) their efficacy. Combining the benefits of an oil cleanser and a hydrating wash, this multi-oil formula leaves my skin feeling incredibly soft and moisturised. It’s ideal for those days when my skin needs an extra boost of hydration.

Shop Naturium The Glow Getter Multi-Oil Hydrating Body Wash at Space NK, £18

This unique body mist really is a summer must-have. Part body shimmer, part SPF, it not only drenches your skin in cooling hydration but leaves your body with a subtle sheen that glistens in the sunshine. The refreshing formula is enriched with brightening vitamin C, hydrating hyaluronic acid and antioxidant-rich vitamin E, leaving your skin soft, hydrated and protected. 

Shop Kopari Beauty Sunglaze Sheer Body Mist Sunscreen SPF 30 at Cult Beauty, £36

If you have sensitive skin, it can be tricky to find bodycare products that will soothe and nourish your skin without exacerbating flare-ups. This gentle body wash is great for anyone suffering from bouts of dermatitis, psoriasis and eczema. The creamy, sulphate-free formula cleanses, smooths and soothes skin while effectively supporting the skin barrier and microbiome.

Shop Byoma Sensitive Body Wash at Boots, £11.99

While we all know that SPF is a must, if you struggle to find a formula that you like, try this hydrating water from Caudalie. It’s my go-to when I don’t want to feel as though I’m wearing any SPF. The formula is so lightweight, it feels invisible on your skin. 

Shop Caudalie Vinosun Very High Protection Water SPF50 at Boots, £32

Cult tanning brand Isle of Paradise has recently branched out into bodycare, and the body moisturiser is nothing short of brilliant. Infused with a blend of brightening ingredients, it not only hydrates but also enhances the skin’s glowy radiance. I’ve been using it daily to maintain healthy-looking skin, and its lightweight texture makes it perfect for summer.

Shop Isle of Paradise Exclusive Brilliantly Bright Body Moisturiser at Lookfantastic, £15

While I’m an all-year-round fake tanner, if you’re looking for a little extra help in the glow department, this gradual tan is great. It imparts just a touch of bronze into your skin while looking seriously natural. 

Shop Gatineau Golden Glow Gradual Tan Cream at Lookfantastic, £35