Summer essentials

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Summer skincare checklist

Summer skincare checklist: 10 tips from top skincare experts

The best portable air conditioners

The best portable air conditioners: the best affordable aircon units, plus tips on how to use them

the best beach towels

The best beach towels to take on holiday this summer

the best fans

The best fans to help you beat the heat, plus tips on how to keep your house cool without AC

the best packing cubes

The best packing cubes, plus tips and tricks for packing efficiently from an organisation expert

The best luggage traps

The best luggage straps to help keep your belongings safe while you travel

The best luggage tags

The best luggage tags to help stop your bags going missing this summer

The best mini fridges

The best mini fridges for keeping your drinks cool this summer

best luggage locks

The best luggage locks to keep your belongings safe while you travel

best luggage scales

The best luggage scales to help you avoid excess baggage fees this summer

The best travel pillows

The best travel pillows for planes, trains and car travel this summer

The best carry-on luggage

The best carry-on luggage: under-seat cabin bags, hard shell suitcases, weekend bags and more

The best camping chairs

The best camping chairs for festivals, garden parties and camping staycations

The best outdoor dining sets

The best outdoor dining sets for eating al fresco this summer