When it comes to packing for my summer holiday, I start months ahead just to prolong the sense of excitement. I begin clothes shopping as if baggage allowance isn't something that concerns me, with umpteen bikinis, OTT dinner dresses and endless amounts of knickers "just in case”. As you can imagine, my travel-beauty regime requires just as much lead time so I can feel suitably prepped and primed ahead of take off. At the airport, my carry-on plastic bag is a carefully organised Tetris of beauty essentials, including glowy bronzers, blushers, my favourite waterproof mascara and best highlighter. In my partner’s bag, you’ll often mind me stealing away half his space for face washes, perfume and more. But truthfully, the best part of getting beautified before a holiday begins with the ahead-of-time rituals – a facial, new nails, you name it. No, none of it is remotely necessary but for any beauty nut, this dedication to self-care is all part of the fun; zhuzhing ourselves up and feeling like our best selves in process – only to be improved with the addition of a golden, natural tan.
However much you want to lean into holiday beauty prep, from a few nice treats to the full shebang summer-ready routine, Harvey Nichols has everything you need to feel gorgeous right now.