12 Summer Beauty Essentials for Glowing Skin and Hair on Holiday

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From hydrating mists to reef-friendly SPF, these glow-boosting summer beauty essentials keep your skin, hair and eco-creds happy from take-off to touchdown 

Packing for paradise? These summer beauty skincare and haircare heroes make light work of long flights, salty swims and too much sun. Cooling masks, golden serums and hydrating mists are paired with planet-friendly formulas and summer-fresh scents so your holiday glow can be as sustainable as it is sun-kissed. 

Circadia Circa-Shield Mineral Sunscreen SPF 30, circadia.com

No travel beauty bag is complete without a dedicated facial SPF, and Circadia’s Circa-Shield Mineral Sunscreen SPF 30 is designed to do more than simply protect. Combining broad-spectrum mineral sun protection with hydrating skincare benefits, the lightweight formula helps defend against UV damage while supporting the skin barrier and maintaining moisture levels. Ideal for long-haul flights, beach days and city breaks alike, it layers seamlessly beneath makeup without leaving skin feeling heavy or greasy.

Omorovicza Queen of Hungary Mist – lookfantastic.ae / Ð363 

bottle of skin toner as a summer beauty essential

Inspired by a 14th-century Hungarian beauty elixir and enriched with mineral-packed Healing Concentrate™, it visibly plumps, soothes and revives tired complexions mid-flight or poolside. Alcohol-free and scented with neroli and rose, it’s the chic handbag essential you’ll find yourself misting far more than necessary. 

111SKIN Rose Gold Radiance Booster – cultbeauty.com / Ð493  

This luxe booster is your shortcut to a golden glow usually reserved for people who sleep eight hours. Infused with niacinamide and real rose gold extracts, it brightens, evens tone and gives skin a soft-focus sheen. Butterfly Mark certified for its sustainability, 111SKIN is luxury skincare that looks stunning, works hard and meet high environmental standards. Plus, you only need the smallest amount, so the mini bottle won’t take up too much room in your beauty bag.  

CELLBN Real Kelp Facial Mask – Privé 7 – Ð 126

A skin-reset essential for travel and beyond, this 100 per cent natural kelp mask is crafted from sustainably hand-
harvested seaweed from Wando, South Korea. Rich in minerals and vitamins C and E, it works to rebalance
hydration, restore elasticity and revive the complexion with a cooling, soothing effect. Designed in two sections for a precise fit, it leaves skin refreshed, brightened and visibly replenished, ideal after flights or long days at the beach.

We Are Feel Good Inc. Coconut Sunscreen Lotion SPF50+ Privé7 Ð111

Whether you’re beach-hopping in Greece or spending long days outdoors, a reliable SPF is non-negotiable. Developed in Australia, where sun protection is a way of life, this broad-spectrum SPF50+ sunscreen offers up to four hours of water-resistant protection while remaining lightweight and non-greasy on the skin. Enriched with aloe vera and vitamin E to help hydrate and soothe, it’s also free from parabens, oxybenzone and octinoxate. The subtle coconut scent will transport you straight to tropical shores, even if you’re on a city break.

Green People Protein Boost Shampoo & Shower Wash greenpeople.co.uk Ð120

When suitcase space is at a premium, products that do double duty are worth their weight in gold. Green People’s Protein Boost Shampoo & Shower Wash combines a gentle body cleanser with a strengthening shampoo, helping travellers streamline their beauty routine. Certified organic and sulphate-free, the formula harnesses quinoa protein to boost shine and softness, while artichoke extract helps smooth the hair cuticle and protect colour-treated strands from fading in the sun. One bottle, two jobs and less clutter in your wash bag.

Ere Perez Carrot Colour PotEreperez.com Ð115

Why pack separate products for lips, cheeks and eyes when one will do the job? Ere Perez’s Carrot Colour Pot delivers a healthy wash of colour wherever it’s applied, creating an effortless, sun-kissed look with just a few taps of your fingertips. Made with an acne-safe, non-comedogenic clean formula and plant-based ingredients, including antioxidant-rich carrot seed oil and avocado oil, it nourishes and protects skin to enhance natural radiance. Also vegan and cruelty-free it’s an ideal addition to any conscious traveller’s luggage space.

Femmue Brilliant Cleansing Oil- revolve.com Ð218 

When the day ends and the sun dips, Femmue’s Brilliant Cleansing Oil is perfect for washing away the day’s impurities. Powered by camellia seed oil – the heart of this Korean flower-power brand – and a lightweight blend of olive, rice and grape seed oils, it melts away sunscreen, salt and city dust without clogging pores. Lightweight and radiant, it’s the perfect travel companion.

King Coco Organic King Coconut Oil – kingcoco.com / AED 179

This multi-tasking beauty oil made from 100 per cent pure organic king coconuts sourced from Sri Lanka, is rich in essential fatty acids and vitamins A and E, helping to repair sun-stressed hair while deeply nourishing dry skin. Its lightweight texture absorbs quickly without leaving a greasy residue, making it ideal for taming frizz, restoring shine and replenishing moisture after long days spent in the sun, sea and pool. For best results, use as a leave-in conditioner overnight and wake up with the softest of summer tresses.

Revilia Cosmocap Daily Hair Serum – amazon.ae / Ð137 

These single-dose capsules deliver a silky boost to sun-stressed hair, reviving softness and shine. Packed with biotin, keratin and hydrating plant oils, they smooth frizz, seal split ends and protect your mane against heat and humidity. Perfectly portioned for travel, the capsules are fully compostable – just pop them into a plant pot and they disappear within days.  

Juara Candlenut Perfume Oil – amazon.ae / Ð193 

This roll-on scent brings an Indonesian spa to your pulse points thanks to candlenut, coconut and soft florals. Powered by natural botanical oils and free from harsh synthetics, it melts into the skin and smells like golden hour on holiday. Lightweight, travel-size and mood-lifting, it’s the fragrance you’ll reach for from airport lounge to seaside cocktails. 

Londontown Sole Spritz, Privé7 – AED206

Long-haul flights, cobbled streets and days spent exploring can leave feet feeling tired and in need of some TLC. Designed with travellers in mind, Londontown’s Sole Spritz delivers an instant cooling boost thanks to a refreshing blend of witch hazel, tea tree and eucalyptus. Cruelty-free, certified vegan and gluten-free, it’s the kind of travel companion you’ll be grateful for after a day of sightseeing, shopping or navigating a new city. .

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