Heat Rash - How To Treat Prickly Heat And Stop It In Its Tracks

It's fair to say we've never been quite so impressed with an SPF spray. Leave it to sun protection experts, Ultra Violette, to develop an invisible, ultra-lightweight SPF 50 spray that makes reapplying your sun cream almost too easy. Designed specifically with those regular top ups in mind, this vitamin C and E-infused formula is ideal for taking on-the-go and for protecting those bits we tend to forget about - think hands, scalp and anywhere else that's enjoying a hit of sunshine.

Caudalie's super smart bi-phase sun screen combines the skin-nourishing properties of an oil with the skin-protecting powers of an SPF50 water. Non-sticky or greasy with zero white cast or residue, simply shake and spritz for sun protection.

If a more traditional sun cream is your preference, then Clarins' modern take on a classic formula is the one for you. Combining high level sun damage filters and plant-based extracts, this lightweight lotion delivers on skincare benefits and sun protection minus the chalky white streaks. Plus, the packaging is made from recycled plastic so you get snaps for sustainability.

This super fine invisible spray makes the boring task of applying sun cream seriously quick and easy. The mist applicator means applying sun cream to even the most tricky to get to areas is a breeze, while the dry touch, vegan formula means sticky, sand-covered limbs are a thing of the past.

If the thought of a sun cream stick has you picturing dodgy throwback images of 1980s ski trips, then think again. Supergoop! have created a genius clear SPF50 balm that sits transparently and comfortably on skin - ideal for upping the sun protection on areas like your nose, parting or ears without the tell tale white stripes. Additionally, it makes a great highlighter for those summer nights where make-up just isn't an option.

A high street favourite for a reason, Nivea know a thing or two about protecting your skin from sun damage. This satisfyingly ergonomic bottle (that's also made from 95% recycled materials) houses a dry touch, 100% clear SPF30 formula that immediately absorbs into skin. For swimmers or water sports fans, it's also extra water and sweat resistant, 89% biodegradable, and free of ocean damaging ingredients, so you can feel reassured even when you're in the water.

If there's something about sun protection Lancaster don't know, we're yet to discover it. The cult sun screen brand have developed a genius sun screen spray that packs in SPF50, is water-resistant, ocean-friendly and even cools our hot and flustered skin on contact. We haven't even mentioned its super fine mist texture, that you can apply it directly onto wet skin and its totally transparent - perfect for all skin tones.

Wave white casts goodbye, Hello Sunday's invisible sun cream formula disappears instantly on every skin tone.

If you like your sun cream to be more than just a barrier between you and harmful UV rays, choose this Oskia offering. First and foremost, it's a luxurious, skin replenishing, gorgeous smelling moisturiser, complete with vitamins and omegas. And secondly, but by no means any less importantly, it's an effective, factor 30 sun cream. Smear it and smile.

It might be called 'Extreme' sun lotion but trust us when we say this factor 50 sun cream is a total essential. Ideal for even the most sensitive skin, regular applications of this water-resistant lotion will leave you feeling safe in the knowledge that sun burn is fully off the cards.

An SPF50 spray you can wear over your make-up? Sign us up. Garnier's genius hyaluronic acid-infused sun cream mist is the ultimate way to top up your sun protection on the go.

Leave sticky sun cream smothered skin in the past with Eucerin's genius dry touch gel formula. A sophisticated combination of sebum-regulating Oil Control technology, Licochalcone A that neutralises free radicals caused by UV and HEVIS light and added Glycyrrhetinic Acid that supports the skin’s own DNA repair mechanism, this is the face sun cream that really works.

Protecting your skin from the sun might be good for you, but it's not always good for the environment. With up to 10% of coral reefs being threatened by sunscreen-induced bleaching, it's time to swap your regular sun cream for an earth-friendly one. Dermalogica's reef-friendly SPF provides broad spectrum protection whilst also boosting your skin's natural luminosity. Win, win.

If heavy, paint-like white creams aren't your bag (are they anyone's??) then this super lightweight spray is for you. Formulated with hero ingredient hyaluronic acid, this keeps parched skin hydrated and protected.

Formulated specially for sensitive skin prone to sunburn, this super high protection spray defends against harmful UVA and UVB rays, whilst the Avène Thermal Spring Water soothes any heat-inflicted irritation.

Based around the concept of using melanin to train your skin to protect itself against the sun, this SPF-free lotion lets you tan the safe way whilst still protecting against photo-ageing and free radical skin damage.

One application of this genius sun cream is enough for ten hours worth of protection which means no messy lotions while you're trekking through the jungle. Or, you know, sitting by the pool...

£380.00

Prada are well known for their bucket hats. 

Enjoy a picnic in the sunshine with this cute bucket hat. 

£40.41

Stand out of the crown in bright yellow. 

£127.00

This bucket hat is a great statement piece to switch up a straight-forward ensemble.

Match this hat with a teddy bear jacket for the whole look.

£690.00

Pair this lovley straw bucket hat with a straw bag for the perfect beach look. 

Feeling nostalgic? Go for this 1990's style bucket hat. 

Pair with some cord trousers. 

Style this hat with a matching pink shoulder bag. 

This wool-blended hat's soft structure makes its easy to pack away and take away with you. 

This bucket hat complements its loose silhouette making it breathable while stylish.  

Mixing black and brown is very on trend at the moment.

The overstretched brim on this Stonie is perfect for those April showers.  

This Mango hat's straps means it can be styled in many ways, either tied or just dangling down. The large brim of the hat can be folded up at the top - perfect for when the sun goes in but you want to keep your hat on.

We are living for the added zip detail on this bucket hat.

Great for exploring the countryside in a fashion-forward bucket hat.

Match your bucket hat to your swimwear. 

Triple denim your look with this hat. 

This cult brand is loved by beauty editors and influencers, and for good reason. Not only is it super soft on underarms, but the gel formula glides on effortlessly. Our experts awarded it top points for a clear finish that didn’t leave any tell-tale white marks.

Our testers agreed and found it easy to use, long-lasting and kind to skin. They also praised its scent, with one describing it as ‘fantastic’ and like nothing they’d tried before.

Scoring top marks for its clean-cut and chic design, this solid natural deodorant from Caudalie not only looks great, but testers loved how easy it was to use and dispense, with no dragging on the skin.

Importantly, it gave testers long-lasting protection and didn't leave any pesky residue on underarms or clothes either. Fragrance wise, testers really enjoyed the scent, with one describing it as 'calming', while others said it has an 'earthy, fresh smell'.

If you're worried about sensitive underarms, then natural deodorants – which are free of chemicals that can be harsh on skin – could be the way to go. This cream balm from Drunk Elephant is pleasingly soothing and none of our testers suffered any irritation after use.

Our panel was pleased with how well the product worked and didn't notice any body odour, with one commenting that they were pleasantly surprised by how dry they felt. Some said the square shape of the bottle made it a little harder to use. And while some liked the sweet almond-like scent, others found it too much.

We don't only sweat from our underarms – it's something that naturally occurs all over our bodies, so why not protect these areas too? From chests to feet, this balm can be used all over. It's also plastic free, as it's dispensed from a metal tube (like an old-fashioned toothpaste tube) and comes with a little key to wind up the end and push out the product more easily.

Testers particularly liked the super fresh eucalyptus and mint scent and found it deodorised well, too. The only niggle was that it becomes much harder to dispense when it’s cold, as the balm comes out quite thick.

This balm from L’Occitane was highly praised by our testers for how moisturising and nourishing it felt on their underarms, while keeping them dry throughout the whole day, with zero stickiness. It also scored top points for its citrus fresh lemon and lime scent.

While many found the balm easy to apply – it's best done with your fingers – some said they would have preferred a little spatula to help with the job.

Just like we detox our skin with a weekly face mask, we need to do the same for our underarms. This deodorant uses AHAs – which are used in many exfoliating skincare products – to clear pores of any product build-up.

The rollerball design made it a breeze for gliding across armpits and it immediately got to work at masking odours, leaving our testers with fresh, dry underarms throughout the day.

This sage and mint-scented roll-on worked wonders on our testers, who said it kept them protected throughout the day without needing to apply an emergency top-up. The herbal scent might not be to everyone’s taste, but our panel did love the instant cooling and hydrating effect it had on skin.

Switching to a natural alternative usually means you end up paying twice the price, but not with this little roll-on. It’s formulated with soothing aloe vera and vitamin E, which our testers found was on the wetter side to apply, but it wasn’t greasy or sticky once dried.

The majority of our panel reported sweat-free armpits and loved that it didn’t leave any stains behind on clothing.

If you’re running late, the last thing you need is to have to wait for your deodorant to dry before you can even get dressed, which is where this Green People number comes in.

Our panel found it was quick to dry, and it left armpits with some added freshness. It also provided all-day protection. But the best bit? It’s designed to promote healthy bacterial growth, too.

The compact packaging of this little roll-on made it a winner in our testers’ books. They said it took a while to dry, but once it did, it left a sweet orange and pomegranate scent behind.

Two-thirds of our panel also said it made them feel fresher after use, with most finding it successfully masked odours.

Join the eco-friendly movement with this natural deodorant bar. It doesn’t contain any plastic packaging, and our testers said it left them with softer armpits, which were kept dry from AM to PM.

Testers did find it a little scratchy at times to apply, and there was some crumbling involved, but overall, it dried fast and didn’t stain white clothes.

Glossier's fan-favourite shower oil has been reinvented this month, but loyal latherers needn't worry: the rich, silky formula is now even more indulgent than before. There's that orange-blossom scent you know and love, and the sulphate-free oil texture leaves skin feeling so soft, you'll be back in that mini skirt in no time.

Despite being an ingredient synonymous with facial care, salicylic acid’s benefits – unclogging pores, smoothing and sloughing away dead skin cells – make it an excellent addition to your body care routine, too. Paired with nourishing glycerin, this Naturium body wash helps hydrate and tend to perennially dry limbs, too.

That famously good holiday scent, combined with a decadent oil texture and super-subtle shimmer? It could only be Nuxe.

Augustinus Bader's recently launched body wash is predictably decadent. Harnessing a host of ingredients you might expect to see on the back of your skincare bottles, it features nourishing amino acids and peptides, helping to purifying your skin, calm any irritation and support the skin barrier. It's also the brand's first fragranced product, boasting an uplifting eucalyptus scent.

There are now so many stellar Byredo scents, it's tricky to whittle down a favourite: but Blanche is surely the one to unite us all. Crisp and clean like just-laundered sheets, it's the perfect fragrance to take into the shower with you. Keep the pepper and rose-tinted trail going with the matching body cream and perfume.

Consider this the body care version of your daily double cleanse. Like the brand’s much-loved skincare (see: the Protini Polypeptide Cream and the T.L.C Sakuri Facial) it’s enriched with a powerhouse of nutrients, helping to gently exfoliate the skin below the neck all while being gentle enough to use every day.

Inspired by the stress-reducing, shoulder-slackening benefits of forest bathing, this body wash doubles up as a softening scrub to cleanse and exfoliate skin. But its major USP, of course, is the scent which is thought to help reduce stress levels. Either way, it's a serious treat for the senses.

Formulated with a host of acids and enzymes, this foamy body wash will brighten uneven skin tones, tackle keratosis pilaris, and banish bacne in no time at all. Keep it in your gym bag – it's the perfect thing to reach for after a sweaty HIIT session.

Yes it's Chanel, so it's instantly covetable. But don't mistake this for a case of style over substance: the new formula foams up easily, a little goes a long way, and the frankly iconic scent lingers for hours on the skin.

This extra-foamy body wash is the best way to experience the eucalyptus scent that made Necessaire a name to know. Bracing and refreshing, it'll rinse away that sticky summer feeling while leaving limbs supple and soft.

From the undisputed leaders in aromatherapy bodycare, this silky shower oil is steeped in the famously effective De-Stress blend of frankincense and chamomile (which makes a nice change to the usual lavender.) A tip: pour it into your hands before taking three deep, long breaths.

Here it is, the ultimate lavender body wash. There are many mimickers out there, but for the full, soporific effects of the sleep-inducing plant, it's Neal's Yard every time.

The secret? While most body washes use French lavender, this one uses British buds, which boast a stronger, sweeter aroma. With gentle cleansing agents, there's plenty of lather – as well as a great night's sleep – in store.

This sumptuous, decadent body wash is packed full of essential oils that leave skin both hydrated and beautifully scented. Ren uses only 100% natural fragrances, and this warm, woody rose trail is one of its very best. You'll want to repurchase immediately.

It might not come with much sex appeal, but Ameliorate's creamy body wash is the best way to get rid of those pesky keratosis pilaris spots. The secret is a dose of lactic acid, alongside gentle surfactants that cleanse without stripping the skin barrier.

The affordable option we've been recommending for years, Caudalie's floral shower gel, scented with ginger, jasmine and white musk, is sure to lift your mood. With a natural base of grape water (one of the mainstays of the brand), this plant-based gel is free from stripping soaps and foams gently, so you might just skip the moisturiser.

With intoxicating notes of violet, cardamom and leather, Santal 33 is the kind of scent that signatures are made of, so it was a total no brainer for Le Labo to shuttle it into a shower gel. This is filled to bursting with heaps of moisturising ingredients to banish rough, bumpy skin from tip to toe.

Hello Klean is the brand that made hard-water shower filters a chic affair – and now, you can bolster the effects with the brand's line of skin-boosting body products.

The Micronutrient Wash is a bi-phase shower gel that froths into a creamy foam once shaken, and works to sweep away the mineral traces left behind by hard water, thus stopping your skin from feeling dry and tight post-shower.