Tested under the Phuket sun—these are the products that truly delivered.
A tropical escape to Phuket is the ultimate test for any beauty routine. With blazing sun, salty air, and humid weather pushing skin and hair to their limits, only the most hardworking formulas survive. These summer beauty favourites didn’t just pass the test—they became essentials. From SPF-laced body oils to glow-boosting creams and heat-defying hair care, here’s what earned a permanent spot in our summer holiday routine.
Ultra Violette Extreme Screen Hydrating Body & Hand Skinscreen SPF 50+
A moisturiser-meets-sunscreen hybrid that hydrates, protects, and leaves behind a subtle shimmer? That’s a summer trifecta. With SPF 50+ protection, a soft coconut scent, and four-hour water resistance, this creamy skinscreen stood up to beach days and adventures alike, with no sticky residue in sight.
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Sol de Janeiro Rio Radiance Body Oil SPF 50
This dry body oil delivered that sun-kissed, lit-from-within glow we crave on holiday—without the slick feel. With UVA/UVB protection, nourishing patauá oil, and golden mica shimmer, it gave skin an even, radiant finish that looked amazing against the Phuket sunset.
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Hair Rituel by Sisley Paris Protective Shield Mist
Sun, salt, and pool water can wreak havoc on your hair—but not with this mist. Lightweight and invisible, it shielded strands from UV damage and humidity, keeping hair softer and shinier throughout our stay.
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Fenty Skin Fenty Treatz Hydrating + Strengthening Lip Oil
Dry, cracked lips are a summer buzzkill. This juicy lip oil came through with lush hydration, thanks to fruit oils and cherry extracts. It soothed, nourished, and gave a glassy shine that looked just as good poolside as it did on a night out.
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IT Cosmetics Glow With Confidence Sun Cream Blush
Who needs heavy make-up in the heat? This skin-caring cream blush gave a natural, sun-kissed flush with a hint of hydration. Packed with skincare ingredients like hyaluronic acid and vitamin e, it blended beautifully into bare skin for that effortless “just got back from the beach” glow.
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Chanel Jeux De Lumières Multi-Use Eyeshadow and Highlighter Palette
When the golden hour hits, this palette does all the work. With four luminous shades that flatter all skin tones, it delivered just the right amount of radiance to our cheekbones, eyes, and even collarbones. A versatile compact perfect for travel—and summer soirées.
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Charlotte Tilbury Airbrush Flawless Finish
Humidity and shine are no match for this cult-favourite powder. It blurred pores, locked in foundation, and kept our skin looking soft and matt even on the sweatiest afternoons. Think of it as a filter in a compact.
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OUAI Wave Spray
No beach vacay is complete without tousled, beachy hair—and this spray nailed the brief. Salt-free and non-crunchy, it added touchable waves and natural volume without drying out our hair. We loved using it post-swim for that perfect undone texture.
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Chuck’s Off-Duty Rice Cleansing Balm
After long days in sunscreen and make-up, this cleansing balm melted everything off without stripping our skin. It made evening routines feel like a wind-down ritual and left our faces feeling fresh and nourished.
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