UNDER THE SUN

Designed especially for mature skins, Absolue Soleil (RRP £37.50) from Lancme is a range of deep reconstructing sun protection creams for face and body, defending skin against UV radiation as well as dryness and ageing. Containing extracts of wild yam and seaweed to nourish and tone, and lychee to stimulate the production of collagen, Absolue Soleil also features a silky texture and several essential oils.

For those who prefer to fake it, Lancme also offer Aqua Flash Bronzer Fresh Self-Tanning Water (RRP £18.50), which has a light, water-fresh texture and delivers long-lasting results in just one hour. Applied with a cotton wool pad, the caramel-tinted colour leaves no streaks or smears, and also contains smoothing and hydrating agents.

COLOUR FEVER

Lipstick lovers will be thrilled with the new Color Fever (RRP £15.50) range from Lancme, which come in 32 stunning shades with four spectacular effects. The Light Maximizer Technology" colour reflects the light and stays on the lips for up to five hours, while a formula of three oils and a moisturising action leave lips smooth and glowing. The shades are split into three colour harmonies: orange to red, beige to brown and pink to violet. Natural Creams are velvety smooth and opulent, while Sensual Satins are translucent with opaline pearls of light. Fashionable Shimmers create a glamorous, glittering shine, and Chic Metallics are a blend of pigments and precious metals.

KISS OF BRONZE

Clinique offers the Kiss of Bronze make-up collection for high summer - there are six new shades of Colour Surge Butter Shine Lipstick (RRP £12) including Pink-a-boo and Adore U, and nine new shades of Glosswear For Lips (RRP £10) including Cabana Crush and Hula Hottie. Shimmering Tones Powder (RRP £23) with its distinctive chequerboard design, is back by popular demand in two limited-edition shades: Peach Bronze and Golden Bronze. All-time favourites True Bronze Pressed Powder Bronzer (RRP £17.50) and Sheer Shaper For Lips (RRP £10) will also give you a sun-kissed glow.