If you’re searching for ideas for early-summer sheen while still protecting and moisturising your face, here’s our on/off guide. 

It’s the ultimate on/off relationship! On a daily basis, we embrace all manner of formulations so our faces represent the devastating, dynamic and determined people we are on the inside. And yet, by the close of the day, we whisk away make-up, mascara and more; its purpose served. Our faces must live up to this repetitive routine, yet we can make the process easier.

What you put on

The eyes have it
From a winged liner to a neon eye, bold, Eighties-inspired decadence is ready for its beauty comeback. Think popping purple, lime green, tangerine or electric blue. Anything goes – choose whichever colour speaks to how you feel or how you want to feel.

Brow lamination
It seems the fashion industry will make centre-stage the very looks it was mocking a decade ago, and this rings true for brows – as bold, natural, and fluffy brows continue to dominate. Think laminated brows that look effortlessly styled or fuller, defined arches using high-quality brow pencils and gels.

Red lips
Red lips have taken a back seat to neutral glosses and lipsticks in recent years but have made a major comeback in 2025. It’s a classic lip that will get you noticed, and nowadays, longer-lasting products are both food and moisture-resistant.

Flushed Fresh Face
If colour isn’t your thing, you’ll be delighted that the perfectly flushed face will be a hot trend again this summer. For a glowy, gorgeous finish, use a sheer to medium foundation or tinted moisturiser and apply a stained ‘wash of colour’ on the eyes, lips, and cheeks.

When you take it off

As the weather warms up – this will test our skin in all the usual ways. When healthy, with the moisture barrier intact, our skin glows, is plump and easy to care for; however, once that barrier is damaged, it can feel like nothing will repair it. 

The secret to repair is through gentle nourishment and lipid replacement. 

Firstly, get back to basics. Simplify your routine with a gentle cleanser such as Laura Thomas Co’s Flourishing Face Wash, and avoid alcohol-based products and scrubs. 

Find a moisturiser that boosts ceramide production or anything with omega oils. Rosehip oil is great for slowly rebuilding your protection layer and is best applied when the face is slightly damp to trap moisture. Try the Boost Face Oil from Laura Thomas Co. 

When cleansing, use tepid water and try drinking green tea… and lots of water.

In addition, eating lots of berries and oily fish will boost antioxidants whilst reducing inflammation within the body. 

Boost Face Oil £25
Flourishing Face Wash £16
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