The SL ME Team’s Summer Beauty Picks

“Our skin goes through a lot during the summer – from extreme heat to air conditioning, which is why I like to keep my skin and hair hydrated. A dewy glow is the goal, which is why I love Lyda Beauty’s Hydrating Face Mist. It contains real gold flakes and feels extra moisturising, even spritzed over make-up throughout the day. I also like to keep my hair hydrated with Apothecary By Mamta’s Hair Elixir, which I massage into my scalp a few hours before washing it. I also like to switch up my scent each season and summer calls for something clean and light, which is why Another 13 by Le Labo is my go-to. If there’s one product I’m never without at this time of year, it’s my favourite nude lipstick – ‘The Painted Veil’ from Gucci Beauty. It looks incredible with a tan.”

“I love a floral scent and the new Acne Studios x Frederic Malle fragrance is incredible. Any product by Abi Ame is a hit for me, so I was really excited when it launched the Soft-Touch Pre-Shower Exfoliating Body Mask – my skin is so soft now. I also swear by the Salt & Stone deodorants because they're so natural. For hair, I love the Aveda Scalp Massager to make the most of my shampoo, conditioner and hair masks and as for make-up, I'm always looking for the most ultra-black liquid liner there is. Recently, I've found a new favourite – the Mina Al Sheikhly Onyx Eyeliner. It glides on so seamlessly and is water-resistant, too.”

“For me, summer is all about SPF and glowy make-up. Dark spots are a common concern for many –including myself – and the Vinoperfect: Brightening Dark Spot Serum from Caudalie is a holy grail product for me. My make-up needs to stay put, so I swear by the Charlotte Tilbury Setting Spray. It keeps make-up for up to 12 hours and also leaves behind a glowy, skin-like finish. Color Wow’s Dream Coat is a heat activated, anti-frizz spray which keeps humidity at bay – it’s probably one of my top three most-used products. My go-to lip product for the summer is the Huda Beauty lip liner in ‘Warm Brown’ – on application it’s very creamy but once it dries down, it doesn't move. I then finish with a Huda Beauty lip gloss – the formula is so smooth and never sticky.”

“The weather can be so harsh in the Middle East, and we need make-up that can handle the heat. Asteri and Simihaze Beauty were both created by Arab founders, and the make-up is skin and weather friendly – it’s vigorously tested in heat and humidifiers to ensure long-term wear. Summer is a time to travel, so I’m also stocking up on minis, like this tiny version of the Elemis cleansing balm. I also recently brought the mini Huda Beauty Banana Bread Easy-Bake – it’s perfect for popping in even the smallest of makeup bags.”

“Fragrance is a huge part of my beauty ritual and right now, I'm obsessed with Animalique from Byredo. It has notes of bergamot, lemon, violet and suede and lasts all day. When it comes to my skin, I want it to feel fresh and the Rodial Vitamin C Brightening Pads are a key step in my routine. They leave my skin feeling ultra clean. They have a slight tingling sensation, but my skin looks so much better after using them.”