THE A-Z SUMMER SURVIVAL GUIDE
A is for...AFTER SUN LOTION.
Make sure you slap on lots of after sun lotion following your day on
the beach. Moisturising and cooling your skin is almost as important as
putting on sunblock. Plus, if you DO get a tan, it will keep it glowing
for much much longer.
Asda Sun System Aftersun With Insect Repellent, £1.96.
Malibu Ice Blue Aftersun, £2.99.
Safeway Solcare Aftersun Gel, £2.99.
B is for...BARNET.
Here is a quick and easy hairstyle that will take you from the beach to the BBQ in a few simple steps.
Step 1: Comb hair into centre parting.
Step 2: Tie your hair into bunches.
Step 3: Using stretchy bands, tie sections of the bunches up.
RESULT- A cute and creative 'do. SORTED. (see hairstyles page for more groovy barnets).
C is for...CLEANSING.
They are a great way for a gal to remove grime and make up in just a
few swipes and just as handy for simply freshening your face during a
heatwave.
Sainsbury's Extra Gentle Wipes, £1.99.
Superdrug Antibacterial Action Wipes, £2.49.
Garnier Clean & Fresh Wipes, £3.95
D is for...DEODORANT
Don't get caught out as a sweating sista. Lookin cool=Keepin cool.
Palmolive Soft & Gentle Aloe Roll-on, £0.99.
E is for...EYES.
Looking like a racoon is a no-no. Think Avril L and her lush lashes.
Maybelline Volume Express Mascara, £3.99
Miss Sporty XX Waterproof Mascara, £2.49
Collection 2000 Waterproof Mascara, £2.49
F is for...FEET.
Keep those tootsies looking gorge this summer. Take a tip from Posh- white or pale pink nail polishes are her faves.
G is for...GLOW.
If you are not jet-setting around the globe these hols, then do not fear! Fake it with bronzers, like Christina A.
Collection 2000 Face and Body Bronzer, £2.79.
17 at Boots SunBabe Pot Of Bronze, £3.49
Rimmel Sunshimmer Natural Bronzer SPF8, £4.49
H is for...HATS.
A sun-protection and summer style must-have...
Blue Baseball cap, £2, Internacionale.
Yellow Visor, £3, Peacocks.
Beanie Hat, £8, Jeff & Co at Sainsbury's.
I is for...INSECT REPELLENT.
Make sure those nasty midges and mozzies don't bite you.
Boots Alternatives Bite and Sting Relief Spray, £3.99
Superdrug Buzz Off Insect Repellent, £3.99
J is for...JUST ONE SHOT OF HAIRSPRAY.
That's all you need to keep your style looking slick all day long.
Charles Worthington Dream Hair Everlasting Superfine Spray, £4.50
Harmony On The Go Maxi Hold Mini Spray, £0.99
K is for...KEEPING COOL.
These cute tubes and shimmering colour and they also soothe heavy eyelids. Wicked or what?
Maybelline Cool Effect Eyecolor, £3.49
Collection 2000 Ultra Shimmer Eye Gel, £2.49
L is for LIP BALMS.
That hot summer sun means your pout needs some extra TLC.
Superdrug Strawberry Lip Balm Stick, £0.79
Blistex Silk & Shine Lip Balm, £2.25
Carmex Lip Balm, £2.25
M is for MINIS.
Don't weigh your hair-or your suitcase- with heavy products.
Te Tao Tiny Balancing Shampoo, £1.25
Trevor Sorbie To Go Firm Hold Hairspray, £3.99
Umberto Giannini Amazing Volume Mousse, £1.50
N is for...NATURAL.
Summer style for Kylie is all about being fresh-faced.
Superdrug Natural High Radiance Balm, £3.99
Miss Sporty Lip Gloss in Show Off, £1.49
Collection 2000 Cheek Tint, £2.49
O is for...ORANGE CELEBS
Do human tangerines Jessie Wallace (Kat Slater) and Cat not knowthe
meaning of "pale and interesting"? Lay off that fake tan, ladies...
P is for PASTELS.
Sweet as candy colours are perfect for sunny days. Get crew around and play about with rainbow shades.
Superdrug Kolor Nail varnish in Heather, £2.99
Miners Roxy & Simone Lip Gloss, £2.99
Sugar Shine Eye, Lip and Cheek Stacker, £2.99
Q is for QUICK SPRITZ.
Summer scents that you can slip into your bag.
Superdrug Grogeous Body Spray, 99p
Impulse Moon Grass Bodt Spray, £1.47
Asda Sunset Perfumed Body , 66p
R is for REMEMBERING
To nab a cool make up bag to carry all your summer beauty goodies.
Ladyb ird purse, £2.99, Superdrug.
Spot bg, £4.19, Boots
S is for ... SUNCARE.
Whether you're out in your local park orabroad with your folks, you should always
apply a good sunblock. Lobster sunburns looks awful and can do serious
damage to your skin too. If you are really fair, use a high sun
protection factor (SPF) block. Darker skins can use a lower SPF.
Superdrug Solait 8 Sun Lotion, £6.99
Sainsbury's SPF 30 Sun Lotion, £5.99
The Body Shop Protect It! Sun Lotion For Face
T is for...TWIST.
Can't plait, won't plait? Then you don't have to, cos here's a simple alternative to braiding your barnet- just do the twist!!
U is for...UV PROTECTION SUNNIES.
The shades to be seen in this summer, they'll help keep your eyes safe too.
BHS mizz shades, £5.
V is for...VERY CLEVER.
Sachets of your fave beauty buys are great for sleepovers. They also help you travel light when you go on your hols.
Te Tao Tea Treatment Hair Shine Wrap, £0.99
Christy Cucumber Face Mask, £0.99
Superdrug Skin Rescue Banana Exfoliating Mask £0.99
W is for...WATER.
The heat is on so make sure you drink heaps of it. It's not only really
good for you, its the most natural way to make your hair, teeth and
skin look and feel fab.
X is for...X-FACTOR.
Whether you are pretty and pale or a bronzed babe, metallic colours look great on all skins.
Rimmel Metallic Stars Roller Shadow in Gold Star, £4.99
Collection 2000 Plumping Lip Gloss in Sun Glow, £2.49
Miss Sporty Quick Dry Nail Varnish in 80, £2.49
Y is for...YES, YES, YES.
Summer beauty is not just about must have make up buys and handy hai
tricks - make sure you use the long hols as an excuse to get fit and
join a sporty club or two. Watch the Olympics for a few ideas, then
just go for it.
Z is for...ZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzz...
Make sure you and your crew get a well deserved rest this summer. Just
think - you'll have all those weeks away from exams, school stresses
and early mornings. Get refreshed for the new term and catch up on some
quality chillin' out time.
