The Boots summer sale is here – these are the 11 holiday beauty essentials I’m stocking up onSHOP: I've tested hundreds of beauty products - these are the 10 hand luggage-friendly ones you need to pack for your summer holidayREAD MORE: I'm obsessed with Korean beauty - these are the 13 best products to buy on AmazonSee more Daily Mail on Google - save us as a Preferred SourceBy CHARLOTTE VOSSEN, DEPUTY DIGITAL EDITOR Updated: 13:53 BST, 8 July 2026
Daily Mail journalists select and curate the products that feature on our site. If you make a purchase via links on this page we will earn commission - learn moreAs much as I love booking a summer holiday, there’s one pre-trip ritual I look forward to almost as much: restocking my beauty bag. From replacing my favourite SPF to finally picking up the skincare and haircare staples I’ve had sitting on my wish list, it’s the perfect excuse for a beauty refresh – especially when there’s a sale involved.Thankfully, Boots’ Big Summer Deal Drop has arrived, with savings running until 14th July across some of the biggest names in beauty. Whether you’re after a new sunscreen, a hardworking serum or a beauty tool worth investing in, these are the 11 holiday beauty essentials I’d snap up while they’re on offer. Boots Modern Chemistry Restore Cleansing Balm Reapplying sunscreen throughout the day is non-negotiable, but properly removing it every evening is just as important. I always double cleanse on holiday, and a cleansing balm is my preferred first step. This one melts away sunscreen, sweat and makeup effortlessly while leaving skin feeling soft rather than stripped. £6 (was £12) Shop Clinique Moisture Surge 100H Auto-Replenishing Hydrator After a day in the sun, my skin always craves hydration, and this lightweight gel-cream never disappoints. It’s oil-free, intensely hydrating and has an instantly cooling texture that feels especially refreshing after a long beach day. It earns a permanent spot in my holiday wash bag every summer. £32 (was £42) Shop L’Oréal Paris Elvive Hydra Pure Shampoo Between seawater, chlorine, sweat and layers of sunscreen, my hair always needs a really good cleanse on holiday. I like that this shampoo leaves my scalp feeling fresh without making my lengths feel dry, which is especially important when I’m washing my hair far more often than usual. £4 (was £8) Shop Dyson AirstraitI’m rarely motivated to spend ages styling my hair on holiday, which is why the Dyson Airstrait makes so much sense. It dries and straightens hair in one step, meaning I only need to pack one tool instead of two. £329.99 (was £449.99) Shop
