Beauty essentials for the bank holiday weekend

From bath soaks to luxury candles and soothing skincare, we’ve handpicked a selection of the most spa-worthy treatments

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We all know how important taking time out for ourselves can be, but with such hectic schedules the opportunity doesn’t always present itself.

Enter the bank holiday weekend, which not only means an extra day off work but also the perfect opportunity to relax and unwind.

Whether you’re visiting family, embarking on an Easter egg hunt or staying with friends in the countryside, the four-day break – combined with the unfortunate British weather – means it’s time to make the most of hunkering down indoors by road testing some pampering beauty products.

From bath soaks to luxury candles and soothing skincare, we’ve handpicked a selection of the most spa-worthy treatments to set up the ultimate “me time” kit.

Clearly Corrective Brightening and Exfoliating Daily Cleanser, £27, Kiehl’s

If your skin is feeling dry and dull then an at-home facial will help to restore its glow. The best place to start is with a good cleanse to melt away all the makeup and buildup from the day.

For this we suggest picking up Kiehl’s Clearly Corrective Brightening and Exfoliating Daily Cleanser which not only gently removes dirt, oil and pollution but also gently exfoliates to leave your skin feeling smooth and looking bright.

Charlotte Tilbury, Goddess Skin Clay Mask, £38, Cult Beauty

To really spoil yourself and look after your skin, follow with a face mask that suits your particular concern. If drawing out impurities and the quest for a fresh, dewy glow are on your radar then look no further than Charlotte Tilbury’s Goddess Skin Clay Mask.

Made from a fusion of Spanish clay, patented bionymph peptide complex, and a conditioning blend of sweet almond and rosehip, it doesn’t dry out your skin like some clay masks.

Instead, the unique mix of ingredients help to strengthen and hydrate while simultaneously working to reduce congestion, fine lines and signs of fatigue.

Skyn Iceland, Hydro Cool Firming Eye Gels, £25, Feel Unique

A mixture of late nights, early mornings and boozy weekends can take their toll on your complexion. But luckily there are few things more satisfying than witnessing the hydrating and de-puffing powers of an under-eye mask firsthand.

And it’s for that reason alone, we’re tempted to use these at least twice this weekend. Our favourites are the Skyn Iceland Hydro Cool Firming Eye Gels which swiftly extinguish tell-tale signs of fatigue.

Made with Arctic super fruits and pure, encapsulated oxygen, the patches are designed to specifically target inflammation, skin-ageing and dehydration. Simply pop on your under-eye area for 10 minutes, remove and reveal brighter, wide-awake peepers.

This Works, Deep Sleep Bath Soak, £22, Space NK

If your sole aim is to kick back and relax this bank holiday then it’s well worth investing in a product that will personalise your bathing experience.

There’s nothing quite like soaking in the tub to help relax and recharge during the long weekend and the addition of scented bath soak promises to do so for both body and mind.

This one from This Works is formulated with the sleep-inducing properties of wild chamomile, lavender and vetivert to help relieve tension, clam nerves and bring a sense of balance. Simply add a spoonful as you run your bath and wait for the calming floral fragrance to fill the room.

Oribe, Signature Moisture Mask, £57, Space NK

If your hair is regularly struck by heat styling, bring back its lustre by picking up an at-home treatment before it becomes dry, lifeless and hard to manage.

For the ultimate pampering luxury, Oribe’s Signature Moisture Mask is formulated with various fruit extracts and antioxidant-rich ingredients to help to condition and strengthen hair from the root while the addition of sunflower seeds boosts natural shine.

To use, simply massage into hair after shampooing and leave it on while you have a long, hot soak in the bath. After five to 10 minutes, rinse to reveal salon-worthy tresses.