Glow on: There's nothing like a liquid blush for ultra natural colour – Clarins Instant Light Blush goes one better with light-attracting particles that give a youthful freshness to cheeks. The "finger" shaped sponge makes it easy to apply: dot colour high on cheekbones and blend for a seamless, youthful glow. €19
Body issues
Moisturisers with extra benefits to get skin ship-shape for summer
* The combination of fragrance and moisturising in Roger & Gallet's Fleur d'Osmanthus Dry Body Oil makes for an exhilarating start to the day. It leaves a velvety finish to the skin and a lingering soft aroma. €26.50
* With Q10 and avocado oil, Nivea Firming Body Oil is absorbed quickly, saving those all-important morning minutes. Extra marks for the "squirt" applicator, for a no-mess application. €9.99
* Gradual tans subtly build colour with daily use, giving an even finish. St Tropez Gradual Tan plus Firming mimics the skin's natural melanin for natural bronzing while firming and moisturising ingredients invigorate lacklustre skin. €24.99
* Dior Svelte is the original body shaper, which smoothes and tightens skin with a slimming effect and is a great boost for those of us trying to lose a few pounds. €73
* Sensitive types often miss out on the skin-enhancing ingredients of some body moisturisers so will surely welcome the news that the classic E45 has introduced a range of three products that offer shimmer, softness or extra nourishment, along with much-needed hydration. €4.49
I CAN'T LIVE WITHOUT...
GILLIAN LEAHY, senior spa therapist, Fota Island Resort, Cork
* Fruity Peel Body Scrub from Comfort ZoneI love smooth, soft skin and this lovely gel exfoliant has AHAs, which really leave skin silky soft.
* He-Shi tanThis gives a healthy, tanned glow to my skin while also being super hydrating. I love the fact that it's easy to apply, dries quickly and is non-streaky, plus it fades out quite nicely.
* Omega Body from Mama MioThis is a gorgeous rich body oil that's quick and easy to apply, on towel-dry skin after showering. It leaves skin feeling nourished with a soft healthy sheen.
* Lip glossI am a huge fan of the anti-aging re-plumping hydrating lip gloss from the Comfort Zone range. I use it throughout the day and it can be applied over my favourite lipstick at night for that extra added gloss.
* Two Benefit productsI couldn't be without are Erase Paste – brilliant for dark circles under your eyes – and High Beam, for highlighting cheekbones
* TweezersI think your eyebrows really frame your face, so I like mine to be shaped tidily.
* ProfiterolesI love treating myself to a dessert, and my favourites are profiteroles from Lidl. They are the best on the market – and believe me, I have tried them all.
