I love every Ultra Violette SPF product going, but this body sunscreen deserves a special shout out. Not only does it feel like a silky and hydrating body lotion, but it smells DIVINE – like coconuts and aloe vera. Plus, it contains the slightest bit of shimmer to make limbs look especially reflective in the summer sun.

Shop Ultra Violette Extreme Screen Hydrating Body and Hand Skin Screen at SpaceNK, £27

Hate heavy creams? I feel you. Vichy’s sunscreen comes in mist form, meaning you simply need to spritz limbs and pat it in to apply. There’s also hyaluronic acid in there, which hydrates as it protects. This has to be one of the most refreshing formulas out there, especially if you pop it in the fridge ten minutes before applying.

Shop Vichy Ideal Soleil Hydrating Sun Protection Water SPF 50 at Feelunique, £19

If laziness is the thing that gets in the way of you and militant SPF application, then try a sunscreen mist. This clever one by Garnier manages to deliver ample protection in a super light water-like veil. Plus, it won’t upset even the most irritable of skin types.

Shop Garnier Ambre Solaire Sensitive Hypoallergenic Dry Mist Sun Cream Spray SPF50+ at Boots, £7

Scientists estimate that up to 14,000 tons of suncream washes off our bodies and into the oceans every year. That’s why we’ve seen a recent turn towards mineral formulas that omit certain chemicals believed to bleach and damage coral. Green People’s sun care formula is 100% reef-safe, and although it is slightly heavier than other creams, it melds into skin without the need for furious rubbing. One for your next post-lockdown holiday…

Shop Green People Scent Free Sun Lotion SPF 30 at lookfantastic, £25

Clarins’ twist-up SPF stick is so satisfyingly practical. Use it to top up areas from shoulders to foreheads, and it’s perfect for slipping in your bum bag ahead of a run to the park. Plus, the solid soap-textured formula is translucent, so won’t leave an ashy cast no matter what skin tone its applied to.

Shop Clarins Invisible Sun Care Stick SPF 50 at Boots, £19

Usually, water rinses sun cream away, but Shiseido’s rather clever WetForce technology contains negative ionic bonds which bond with the positive ions in water to build an even stronger UV barrier. Basically, the more you sweat, the better it works. Of course, you still need to reapply every few hours, but the protection in this formula lasts much longer than most.

Shop Shiseido WetForce Expert Sun Aging Protection Lotion Plus SPF 30 at lookfantastic, £35

Not up for adding yet another step to an already laborious routine? I feel you. Simply choose an SPF that does the work of your body lotion too. Sunscreen oils are ideal for this, especially La Roche-Posay’s formula which — before you ask — isn’t even a tiny bit greasy, as it sinks in so fast. As well as protecting skin, it lends a rather delightful sheen to the fronts of shins.

Shop La Roche-Posay Anthelios XL SPF50+ Invisible Nutritive Oil at lookfantastic, £20

If you plan on exercising in the summer sun, then you’ll need a sunscreen that is sturdy enough to stay put, even when faced with extra sweat and rubbing up against your clothes. For that, I love Lancaster’s cooling mist. The sweat- and waterproof mist is completely clear so you can spritz on and pretty much head out the door, save for a little gentle patting and buffing.

Shop Lancaster Sun Sport Cooling Invisible Mist SPF 30 at Space NK, £28