Clinique lash doubling mascara: Long-lasting and easy to use, this never smudges under the eyes and does a great job of separating the eyelashes so that each lash is coated evenly. £12.50 (clinique.co.uk)

Prescriptives Custom Blend tinted moisturiser: Blended to give an exact skin shade match. The formula can be amended during winter and summer months. Sheer on the skin and gives light, even coverage. £38.99 for 30ml (0870 0342566)

Organic Glam concealer: Easy to apply and perfect for disguising shadows under the eyes or blemishes. Infused with tea tree and lavender which help to protect the skin. £23.95 for 4g (organicglam.com)

Clarins waterproof eyeliner pencil: Adds great definition to the eye and survives swimming in the sea. Does, however, remove easily with eye make-up remover. £12.50 (0800 0363558)

Lancôme Juicy Tubes: These sheer lipglosses in zingy colours are heavily pigmented and don’t dry out your lips. £13.50 for 15ml (available nationwide) Giorgio Armani Fluid Sheer Provides an excellent sheen under your make-up base and ensures your face has a radiant glow. £28 for 30ml at Selfridges (020-8318 2486)

Guerlain Terracotta Light bronzing powder: A cult classic, brilliant for adding depth to tanned skin and creating a sun-kissed glow. £29 (01932-233887)

Pixi Hydrotint duo: A light tinted moisturiser that offers even coverage and a berry-coloured lipgloss in a nifty dual-action tube that is handy for travelling. £26 (020-7287 7211)

Bobbi Brown make-up brushes: A wide range of brushes that are cleverly shaped for application to different parts of the face. Easy to clean. From £17 (bobbibrown.co.uk)

bareMinerals foundation SPF 15: Easy to use and so light that you don’t actually feel you’re wearing make-up. The particles are fine, so you never get that caked-on look, plus the minerals provide a natural SPF. £17.50 for 2g; brush £24 (bareescentuals.com)

Shu Uemura eye shadows: A great colour spectrum, these eye shadows contain plenty of pigment so that colour and depth can be built up easily. £13 each (020-7235 2375)

Benefit Cupid’s Bow lip-shaping set: A different take on the traditional lip liner: this accentuates the arch of your lips and makes the bottom lip look fuller. £21.50 (benefitcosmetics.co.uk)

Bourjois Liner Feutre liquid eyeliner Great for precision, and the felt-tip applicator prevents any mess and smudging. Good staying power. £5.95 (0800 269836)

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