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Vogue editors' Midsummer must-haves: The beauty essentials we're bringing in our makeup bags this year

By Vogue Scandinavia's Beauty Team

Amy Adams during Max Mara's midsummer inspired Resort 2024 show in Stockholm. Photo: Germain Larkin for Max Mara

Wondering what to bring in your makeup bag this midsummer? Let our editors inspire your beauty survival kit

As Midsummer sets the stage for vibrant festivities and gatherings, Vogue Scandinavia's editors are packing their weekend duffles. But beyond their fashion-forward ensembles, post-celebration lounge sets, comfortable slides and swimmers ready for a midnight dip, these editors are armed with a curated collection of beauty essentials.

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Join us as we unveil the beauty products our esteemed editors are bringing with them to radiate effortless allure throughout the enchanting revelries of midsummer.

Clare McInerney, Digital Editor

"For beauty looks come Midsummer – and any time of year – I'm all about no fuss. This year, my arsenal simply delivers a much-needed injection of moisture, almighty SPF to protect from the solstice sun, topped with a light summery scent. And for those who find eyeshadow as impossible as I do: Hourglass' one-swipe stick solution is a shimmering saviour."


Voyeur eyeshadow stick

Hourglass

SHOP NOWEUR 41.45
Replica beach walk scent

Maison Margiela

SHOP NOWEUR 108
The broad spectrum face sunscreen SPF 50

La Mer

SHOP NOWEUR 105
The calm balm

Mantle

SHOP NOWEUR 34.70

Allyson Shiffman, Print Editor

"Find me looking fresh and glowy, like a forest creature. Nothing will get your skin better prepared for a day in the sun (and the dehydration of too much schnapps) than Clinique Superdefense – it's a game-changer. That Byredo liquid lipstick doubles as a great eye gloss and I sometimes put the brow gel on my lashes just to give them a little lift. Come to think of it, this is just my everyday makeup routine, but it's especially fitting for midsummer."


Brow gel clear

Anastasia Beverly Hills

SHOP NOWEUR 10.57
Glowgasm beauty light wand highlighter

Charlotte Tilbury

SHOP NOWEUR 32.80
Liquid lipstick vinyl

Byredo

SHOP NOWEUR 43
SPF 40 fatigue age multi-correcting gel

Clinique

SHOP NOWEUR 33.50

Robert Rydberg, Fashion Director

"As the summer sun shines brightly, taking care of my skin becomes a top priority, hence why I won't leave for Midsummer festivities without Kiehl's Skin Rescuer. Next, a subtle touch of makeup can enhance my features and create a fresh, rested appearance. That's where Yves Saint Laurent's Touche Éclat No. 3 comes in. Finally, Midsummer celebrations call for a captivating scent that exudes confidence and sophistication, making French Lover the ultimate choice."


Ultra facial skin rescuer

Kiehl's

SHOP NOWEUR 42.90
French lover perfume

Frederic Malle

SHOP NOWEUR 45
Touche éclat

Yves Saint Laurent

SHOP NOWEUR 39.90

Josefin Forsberg, Beauty & Fashion News Editor

"The one item I keep with me throughout frog-leaping and Kubb tournaments is Germain de Cappuccini's Invisible Protective Stick SPF50. The perfect sunscreen for reapplication, this product means I am just a swipe away from UV protection. Dior's Addict Lip Glow Oil ensures my lips stay hydrated and adds a natural touch of colour while Sensai's 38c Mascara is the best for any moisture-adjacent activities, be they midnight dips or intense ring dancing. Finally, Chanel's Les Beiges Crème Ensoleillée provides a sun-kissed finish, giving my skin a healthy and natural glow that lasts for hours without reapplication."


Dior addict lip glow oil

Dior

SHOP NOWEUR 42
Les beiges creme

Chanel

SHOP NOWEUR 49
Mascara by sensai

Sensai

SHOP NOWEUR 24.90
Invisible protective stick

Germaine de Capuccini

SHOP NOWEUR 49.20

Amelie Langenskiöld, Junior Fashion Editor

"My fantastic four: I give you a sunscreen that doesn't smudge and smells lovely, a concealer that most certainly does what it's suppose to, a rinse-free hand cleanser because you never know if you have access to water in the middle of the dancing field, and finally a lip balm that is rather addictive."


Lips & dry spots balm

Decubal

SHOP NOWEUR 5.38
Silky bronze cellular protective cream for face 50 SPF

Sensai

SHOP NOWEUR 102.50
Rinse free hand cleanser

Byredo

SHOP NOWEUR 28
Luminous Silk Concealer

Giorgio Armani

SHOP NOWEUR 42

Roeland Vanheesbeke, Digital Designer

"Whether it's winter or summer, my trusty lip cream is always by my side. Among the many options out there, the one from La Roche-Posay stands out as the ultimate choice for me. Sunscreen, sunscreen, sunscreen drill it in until it becomes a habit! With Swedish summers offering long days and short nights filled with endless parties, it's crucial to find a way to hide those pesky dark circles under the eyes. Enter Tom Ford Concealer for men. Finally, a delightful fragrance with fresh citrusy notes and hints of the Mediterranean. It transports me to lemon groves, basking in sunshine, and breathing in the invigorating scent of fresh air."


Cicaplast balm

La Roche-Posay

SHOP NOWEUR 8.90
Oxygenating day fluid

Lumene Nordic Hydra

SHOP NOWEUR 24.05
For men concealer

Tom Ford

SHOP NOWEUR 41
Palermo eau de parfum

Byredo

SHOP NOWEUR 215

Rebecka Thorén, Executive Assistant to the Editor-in-Chief

"I keep my beauty routine minimal, and Midsummer is no exception. To start, I always have The Lip Balm from Augustinus Bader on hand to keep my lips nourished and protected. It's the perfect companion to combat any dryness or chapping. The Canoderm Cream with its 5 percent concentration to provide gentle and soothing hydration for my skin, which is perfect as I tend to get dry during the summers. And of course, I make sure to apply Emma S. Hydrating Sun Protection SPF 50. There's no better sunscreen in my opinion as it both smells amazing and doesn't have that sticky sensation upon application."


The lip balm

Augustinus Bader

SHOP NOWEUR 38
Hydrating sun protection

Emma S

SHOP NOWEUR 25.50
Canoderm

Apotekens Composita

SHOP NOWEUR 22