The hay fever survival kit
With more people suffering from first-time hay fever than ever before, the need for beauty solutions to reduce red noses, puffy and itchy eyes is more acute than ever. Thank you very much, pollen. To combat swollen eyes, a jade roller popped into the fridge overnight is a pleasing cool tonic – simply roll the icy jade around the contours of your eyes for immediate relief and involuntary ‘ahhh’ sounds. If you can then manage make-up on the eyes, run a nude or light-reflecting liner along the lash-line to brighten the area. To counteract any redness, opt for a long-wearing concealer, such as Armani’s Power Fabric: the thin texture has a velvet matte finish that easily builds to conceal the areas that need extra attention. And for those super-muggy, high-pollen-alert days, add a hydrating facial mist to your handbag for refreshing pick-me-ups throughout the day. It’s like hitting a mini reset button for your skin.