If you’re one to channel Nicole Kidman and don’t mind less-than-tanned limbs, then Dermalogica’s MV Body Block SPF 20 ($35) is your summer essential. It blocks both UVA and UVB rays but it’s not simply a sunscreen –its vitamin-infused formula works as an intense moisturizer and is free of artificial fragrance and colour to boot.

And finally, unless Morticia Adams is your style icon, a little facial glow is key for looking alive during the next few sun-soaked months. Chanel’s Soleil Tan Bronze Universel ($45) is one of the most natural gel-cream bronzers out there. It goes on silky smooth using just your fingertips instead of a brush. Or for a more St.Tropez-tinged glow, sweep the Sun-Kissed Effect ($68) loose powder over your face, neck and décolleté. The golden, bronze and rosy pearlizers and microparticles add a touch of shimmery, French Riviera glam to both washed-out and already glowing complexions.