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Beauty

Cooling beauty products to help you survive the heatwave

By Sarah Joan Ross on 11/8/2020

Phew, anyone else in a sweat?

If you’re not in the vicinity of a refreshing pool, swimmable river, or by the sea, let these beauty treats work their cooling magic to refresh and revive. Dive in!

Cryotherapy-inspired skincare | ​Jalue Ice Therapy, £39

Cryotherapy-inspired skincare | ​Jalue Ice Therapy, £39

This smart little cryotherapy-inspired gadget that you keep in the freezer may look like a Calippo, however, it contains skin-friendly chamomile, sage, nettle, rose and oak bark, and when applied to the skin takes down any puffiness and excess fluid in the face. They work exceptionally well on mosquito bites too. Pure relief!


Jalue Ice Therapy at Wolf & Badger, £39 – buy here


Cooling leg gel | ​Mama Mio Lucky Legs, £20

Cooling leg gel | ​Mama Mio Lucky Legs, £20

This may be a pregnancy brand, but it can be used by anyone who has swollen legs, ankles and feet. This ultra-cooling leg gel is loaded with natural ingredients like menthol, peppermint and aloe to revives tired toes and feet and helps take down any water retention and puffiness associated with high temperatures.


Mama Mio Lucky Legs, £20 – buy here

Uplifting eye treatments | 111SKIN Sub-Zero De-Puffing Eye Masks - Set of 8, £65

Uplifting eye treatments | 111SKIN Sub-Zero De-Puffing Eye Masks, set of eight, £65

These are inspired by the invigorating effects of extreme cold on the skin and tone and tighten while offering a lovely cooling sensation. They stay put, making them nice and comfortable to wear for the 20 minutes treatment time.


111SKIN Sub-Zero De-Puffing Eye Masks, set of eight, £65 – buy here

The super-chilled sheet mask | ​AHC Natural Essential Mask, £6

The super-chilled sheet mask | ​AHC Natural Essential Mask, £6

The packaging has a thermometer on the outside, so you know when it’s at the optimal temperature for your at-home spa experience. At the same time, the sophisticated formulas from South Korea mean you’ll see instant results.


AHC Natural Essential Mask, £6.99 – buy here


Super-sized Water Mist | ​Avène Thermal Water, £13

Super-sized water mist | ​Avène Thermal Water, £13

This bumper-sized mist can be sprayed liberally head-to-toe and will help to remedy sunburnt, hot and itchy skin and is super-effective if you can apply a fine mist and then sit near the fan or open window.


Avène Thermal Water, £13 – buy here

Icy rocks for eyes | ​Anne Semonin Eye Express Radiance Ice Cubes x 6, £45

Icy rocks for eyes | ​Anne Semonin Eye Express Radiance Ice Cubes, set of six, £45

How do French girls get rid of puffiness? They keep these in the freezer. The skincare cubes contain ginkgo biloba and hyaluronic acid to not only eradicate puffiness, but add hydration too.


Anne Semonin Eye Express Radiance Ice Cubes, set of six, £45 – buy here

Refreshing body cream | ​The Body Shop Special Edition Cool Cucumber Body Yogurt, £9

Refreshing body cream | ​The Body Shop Special Edition Cool Cucumber Body Yogurt, £9

This is made with cucumber juice and a touch of menthol to give you a super-refreshing moisture boost to sweaty limbs.


The Body Shop Special Edition Cool Cucumber Body Yogurt, £9 – buy here


Hot flush remedy | Pause Well-Aging Cooling Mist, £36

Hot flush remedy | Pause Well-Aging Cooling Mist, £36

This is designed for menopausal skin and the hot flushes associated with it. However, everyone can benefit from the intense cooling action. Use it on face, neck, décolletage and wrists, as the formula is scientifically developed to lower to body’s surface temperature. Plus, it has the added skincare benefits of antioxidants and peptides.


Pause Well-Aging Cooling Mist, £36 – buy here


Air-con for feet | Bloom and Blossom Revitalising Foot & Leg Spray, £11.20 (was £14)

Air-con for feet | Bloom and Blossom Revitalising Foot & Leg Spray, was £14, now £11.20

We love the medicinal-smelling Boots Reviving Foot Spray, £3.49, which uses mint and witch hazel to cool and deodorise. Alternatively, Bloom and Blossom Revitalising Foot & Leg Spray can be sprayed onto bare skin or over socks or tights for a zesty wake-up call for feet.


Bloom and Blossom Revitalising Foot & Leg Spray, was £14, now £11.20 – buy here

​Ready-chilled Face Cloths | Boostology Essential Oils, £9.99 + The White Company Face Cloths, £15

​How to make ready-chilled facecloths

There’s nothing nicer than being handed a chilled face towel on check-in after a long sweaty journey or pre-spa treatment. Here’s how to make your own:


1. Fill a large bowl or sink with warm water.


2. Disperse around 10 drops of the essential oil of your choice. We love the range from Boostology: try Glow – a lemongrass essential oil that makes you feel like you landed in Thailand. Or try the Revive with peppermint and eucalyptus – that’s super-refreshing to the senses. Both £9.99 each – buy here


3. Submerge washcloth; squeeze out excess water; fold in half and roll tightly (tucking in the ends).


4. Refrigerate or freeze in a sealable bag or container and use them at your leisure.


The White Company Face Cloths, set of three, £15

One side is smooth; the other has terry loops, so are great at multi-tasking to cleanse, exfoliate or act as a cooling towel during the heatwave.

The White Company Face Cloths, set of three, £15

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