Créme de la Créme: Get Your Summer Skin in Order with Shiseido Suncare Trio

If you are really serious about shielding your precious face from pernicious rays, there is a plethora of specialized goodies for targeted protection. Shiseido, in case you didn’t know, is Japan’s first western-style pharmacy that’s 135 years old! They make great makeup but they also make mean suncare products. They’re easy to spot -- the whole skin care line comes in cool shimmery blue packaging. One of my all-time favorites is Shiseido Sun Protection Spray for Body and Hair SPF 16. This multi-functional spray will surely come in handy at the beach. Not only can you spritz it as you please all over your body, as a cherry on top, it works wonders for your hair, preventing dryness from the sun. I’ve been using this for a while and it’s one thing I always put in my beach tote along with a sunscreen. $26. Get it here.

Many cosmetic companies are rolling out SPF products aimed especially at the area under the eyes. Shiseido has Sun Protection Eye Cream SPF 32, which is excellent for protection against the UV rays and has many plant-based anti-aging agents including rose apple leaf extract. I read somewhere some time ago, that all women over 25 should start wearing eye cream regularly. So I guess it makes sense that one should take extra care of the eye area at the beach and under harsh sunlight. $30. Get it here.

Also, the Sun Protection Lip Treatment SFP 36 is another great beach grab -- it keeps the rays out and the lips moist. You can also wear this under your lipstick as an everyday thing. $18. Get it here.

You know what else is really cool? Clarins Sun Wrinkle Control Eye Contour Care Ultra Protection SPF 30.