IT'S holiday time at last. Now that school's out families are flocking to the seaside. So don't be caught out this summer and be sure to look your beach-babe best.

If you find yourself with a bit of extra spending money this summer, then it's a good idea to treat yourself to the best that skin care has to offer. The No 7 Restore and Renew Day Cream is a beauty miracle in a pot. The cream has the combined protective power of an effective anti-oxidant, SPF15 and 5-star UVA protection. This means that you can bask in the sun all day long and your face will look and feel more ready and refreshed and less parched and painful, for £21 from Boots. The Night Cream is also available, to make sure that your skin is getting what it needs whilst you indulge in a much needed sleep.

If something smaller is more appealing to you then take a look at the Lip and Eye cream from the The Organic Pharmacy. This little wonder is slender enough to be slipped into the smallest handbag for those BBQs on the beach, and will even mask the aftermath of those all-night parties. Apply the tiniest spot on the lips and around the eyes to reduce dark circles and lines, as well as providing your best features with ample hydration for £19.50. With the added help of a good sun cream and moisturiser, your skin will be looking and feeling as good as you are.

Now that your skin is taken care of, it is time to pamper your nails. Lovelula.com brings us beautiful nail polishes in all the radiant colours of summer, with a healthy twist; they're free from formaldehyde and other nasty toxins that would usually be found in nail polishes. They offer a wide range of luscious colours, but the Nail Girls Caramel Mocha colour, for £10.50, is definitely worth a look. Combine this with the Vivid Mediterranean Blue on the toe nails, and you'll be ready to hit the sand.

It is important to take care of your skin and try to avoid all of the toxins and bad ingredients that we just don't need. So enjoy your holiday in style and let your skin enjoy the sun while it lasts. Oh, and one more thing you won't want to be without. A stick to beat away the boys that your skin will undoubtedly attract.