On Sunday, it's officially the first day of Summer. As much as I'd like to say that I feel completely confident to put on my favourite dresses and step outside brimming with confidence, I don't. There are a bunch of body products that not only make me feel awesome, but a few of them protect my skin too which is my number one priority in the sun. 

One of the biggest dilemmas that us beauty lovers face when summer eventually rolls around is creating a base that is long lasting, but isn't lacklustre. All too often I've spent my morning carefully applying my base to perfection only to step out in the blistering British heat and to see my hard work melt away with minutes. Matte bases aren't for me, I've never found one that doesn't suck all the life out of my skin. So, I tend to go for something illuminating, but I still need it to withstand the heat and I found a few formulations that do just that. 

I'm sure we would all love to have a normal skin type that we could just apply any base without a care in the world. Over the past few years, my skin has changed so much that I've tackled most complexion concerns and I've had to be wary with what foundation I was using. So today I present my working base wardrobe that has stood the test of time of many a skin complaint. 

There are a lot of factors to consider on the quest for a clear complexion. It's not just about the skincare that you're using things like environment, diet, hormones, illness and lifestyle are all elements to consider. Getting to know your skin and its traits is a never-ending challenge. There are a few staple skincare items that have completely changed my skin and my routine for good. They've helped take me from a confused oily skin type to an almost blemish-free balanced one.