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    Beauty Products That Smell Like Holiday (Shut Your Eyes And Imagine You're There Already...)

    The scents of coconut, frangipani and ocean spray all evoke happy memories.

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    By Lisa Oxenham
    Published 4 August 2014 In Features

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    The scents of coconut, frangipani and ocean spray all evoke happy memories.

    So, if you're in the grip of post-holiday blues or counting down until you can jet off, stock up on these gorgeous beauty products that smell just like summer.

    Tropical Tahiti

    Elemis Frangipani Monoi Cream, £24, will banish any sense of seasonal defective disorder from the system mainly due to the tropical scent of the 'feel good' frangipani flowers. The scent lasts for hours - just make sure your skin's completely dry after you shower and it will last longer.

    Countryside Retreat

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    Scientific research shows that cut grass contains chemicals that combat stress and help regulate emotions. Hermes Un Jardin sur Le Toit, £58 for 100ml edt mimics the fresh smell of lush grass after a summer shower. Plus, it lasts.

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    Sisley Sunleya, £158, is a coconut-free zone but contains clever ingredients chosen for their protective qualities and, coincidentally, the results smell like salt on sun-kissed skin. The other mood-boosting benefit is that this is the only sun cream that is water-resistant and won¹t sting your eyes.

    British Seaside

    It's likely that you were smothered by Garnier's Ambre Solaire as a child, so it's only natural that when applying the same lotion again you'll evoke memories of being playful and happy. 'Core nostalgic smells are laid out in childhood and affect our mood after you become an adult,' says fragrance guru Roja Dove. 'Once an aroma is imprinted in the brain with a personal feeling it will last our whole lifetime.' To us it smells like sand when water laps over it. Go for the newest formulation Garnier Dry Mist SPF 20, 30, 50 £16.

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    Ocean Spray

    'Another escapism theme was based on oceanic notes that take us to the seaside, where you go when you're a child, without a care in the world,' says Dove. Jo Malone London created a marine fragrance, Wood Sage and Sea Salt, £82 for 100ml, that contains sea salt, mineral accord and driftwood, designed to remind you of the seashore.

    Tropical Paradise

    Make-up artist extraordinaire Caroline Barnes famously mists this fragrance in the air on the sets of photoshoots. Containing coconut milk, Tiare flower and Sicilian bergamot, Estee Lauder Bronze Goddess Eau Fraiche SkinScent, £47, never fails to get everyone on set in a positive mood.

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    summer scents

    Sun-Kissed Skin

    Clarins Eau Ensoleillante, £32 for 100ml, was actually created because of the desire from customers to have a scent that smelt like their signature sun cream. Made up of grapefruit and bergamot, patchouli and watermelon, it also treats the skin, so wear from head to toe. Bliss!

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    Lisa Oxenham is a trailblazing beauty editor, journalist, stylist, and creative director with over 20 years of transformative impact in the beauty industry. As the Beauty and Style Director at Marie Claire UK, she orchestrates high-profile shoots with celebrities and influencers, creating visually stunning and globally resonant content.

    A passionate advocate for sustainability, Lisa serves on the Advisory Board for the British Beauty Council's Sustainable Beauty Coalition and the Media Advisory Board. She is also an ambassador for the Soil Association certification and the Amazon Research Institute. Through her "In The Loop" column, she keeps readers informed about the latest advancements in sustainable beauty and supports brands that champion environmental causes, emphasising the need for the beauty industry to reset its priorities.

    Lisa's influence extends beyond words; she directs inspiring short films on sustainability and challenges in the beauty industry and is a sought-after public speaker. Recently recognised in the Who’s Who in Natural Beauty 2023, she also champions mental health and eco-conscious practices, demonstrating that glamour and environmental responsibility can coexist beautifully.

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