The best swelter-proof products

Summer’s great isn’t it? It spells sunshine, sea, sand – but unfortunately, it also spells ‘sweat’. And with the warmer weather upon us, we can expect to be doing a lot of it.

Sweaty hair and skin can cause havoc with a hairstyle, not to mention a carefully crafted make-up look, so before you step out looking gorgeous on a hot day, be sure to prep and protect yourself with these superb swelter-proof products…

BEST SWELTER-PROOF PRODUCTS FOR YOUR… HAIR

Big Sexy Hair Root Pump Plus Humidity Resistant Volumizing Spray Mousse – do you hate how your volumised ‘do’ becomes flat as soon as it comes into contact with a little humidity? This Volumizing Spray Mousse from Sexy Hair boosts your hair with extra volume at the roots while keeping it nourished, shiny and guarded from the heat.

KMS California HAIRSTAY Anti-Humidity Seal – this 24-hour waterproof spray is infused with pomegranate and pink pepper and contains UV filters, which all work to defend your hair from the environmental elements. It forms a shield that helps to protect your hair while providing a shiny, weightless finish.

nak heat beat smoothing balm – a light hold styling cream that not only provides you with smooth, shiny, totally frizz-free hair, but also guards your locks from humidity and moisture, too.

BEST SWELTER-PROOF PRODUCTS FOR YOUR… FACE

Avon Extralasting Liquid Foundation – a liquid foundation that contains a built-in primer to ensure your make-up stays put all day long. This flawless finish foundation is sweat, humidity and transfer-proof.

Mirenesse Eclipse Age Defence SPF 30+ - so much more than a balm, this product can be worn on its own or under foundation. It provides water and sweat-proof protection while also blurring fine lines and wrinkles. It also contains SPF 30+ protection and helps to smooth and brighten your skin.

ModelCo BEAUTY FIX AIRBRUSH FACE – this make-up setting spray is designed to set and seal your make-up, locking it in place all day. The gentle mist ensures your make-up is smudge, tear and sweat-proof and leaves your skin looking radiant.
 

BEST SWELTER-PROOF PRODUCTS FOR YOUR… BODY

Dove Clinical Protection Anti-Perspirant Deodorant – this hard-working deodorant combines clinical strength wetness and odour protection with gentle ingredients that your skin will love. The added body-responsive technology works to combat excessive sweating, which is just what the doctor ordered during the summer months.

Le Tan Wash Off Bronze – sick of seeing your instant tan slide down the back of your legs every time you feel a little warm? This ingenious instant spray tan from Le Tan is water and sweat-proof - in fact, it can only be removed with water and soap.

Banana Boat Sport SPF 50+ - a non-greasy sunscreen that provides high protection and resists sweat, especially in the heat of summer? That’s what this little beauty from Banana Boat can put on its resume. Perfect for the outdoorsy lifestyle, this hard-working sunscreen contains SPF 50+ UVA and UVB protection.

Which product would you most like to try and why? How do you prevent sweating?