Top summer beauty trends from Kate Middleton's hair colour to no-smudge mascara
From the shades of the season to must-have buys, here are the buzzwords to have on your radar as we – and experts – round up the 10 best beauty trends for summer 2025
We're now well into summer, and if you want to know what beauty products, treatments and trends are worth trying this summer, you're in luck.
We've rounded up our pick of the best viral beauty trends that you'll actually want to wear, from the products our team can't live without to inspiration for you next appointment at the hair or nail salon. Here's what's hot right now...
10 biggest beauty trends for summer 2025
Mocha bronde
Mocha Mousse is Pantone's Colour of the Year, and it's made its way to become a top hair colour trend for summer, says hair stylist and trends forecaster Tom Smith. Described by Tom as 'monochromatic and muted', at the salon ask for neutral mushroom and cool coffee tones running throughout (steer clear of caramels), and you could benefit from using a blue or purple shampoo or conditioner like John Frieda Blue Crush Blue Conditioner, currently £6.89, every couple of weeks, too.
Tubing mascara
If you find that your mascara typically doesn't last long on your lashes in hot weather, or when sweating or swimming, it's time to try a tubing mascara. Unlike traditional formulas (think of them like paint), tubing mascaras contain polymers that form 'tubes' around each eyelash, lengthening them then setting in place without smudging or flaking. They also remove differently, too, sliding off each hair with warm water and a gentle rub – making them ideal for eyes prone to stinging.
Too Faced Ribbon Wrapped Lash Mascara, £28 – read my full review of this mascara here
Revolution Wrap Lash Tubing Mascara, currently £7.99 (usual price £10.99)
K-beauty
Korean beauty certainly isn't a new trend, but with the recent launch of cult favourite K-beauty brands in the UK, such as Beauty of Joseon at Boots and Belif on Beauty Bay and Amazon, it's now easier than ever to give them a try. Korean formulas are known for being especially hydrating with a dewy finish, yet incredibly lightweight, making them ideal for summer, when applying heavy cream in hot weather might not be that appealing.
SPF superstars
Sunscreen is often seen as more of a chore than a treat, but facial SPF formulations have come on in leaps and bounds – so there's really no excuse not to wear it every day. Merit's The Uniform Tinted Mineral SPF 50, £34, launched with a waitlist of over 20,000, while beauty editors have been singing the praises of Ultra Violette Future Fluid SPF 50+ Superlight Mineral Skinscreen, £38. Created to be make-up-friendly, Olay Brighten & Glow Vitamin C Moisturising Fluid SPF 50+, £26, looks set to be the high street's big hitter – and you can often find it on offer, too.
Fruity fragrances
Perfumes take their inspiration from fruits, with juicy concoctions creating dreamy scents. Try PHLUR Peach Skin Body Mist, from £25, Ariana Grande R.E.M. Cherry Eclipse Eau de Parfum, currently £36 (usual price £45), or Jo Loves With Love From Como, £135, with zesty notes of grapefruit and clementine. And look out for a lip-smacking new launch from Jo Malone London next month.
Sunscreen oils
They're back – but with a big difference. Unlike the sometimes dangerously low (or even no) protection tanning oils of the past, Bali Body's new Watermelon Sunscreen Oil SPF 50, £22.95, comes with super-high broad spectrum sun protection for that gleaming-limb look without risking your skin. It smells incredible, too – like summer in a bottle.
Neck care
In summer there's little chance to hide under high-neck jumpers, so if you're not already paying attention to the skin under your chin, you really should be, say the experts and – judging by all the new neck creams being launched and the interest we get from readers whenever we write about them – it's clearly an area worth paying attention to. Boost Lab's Edelweiss Neck Firming Serum, £24.99, is good value with impressive shopper results, while Prai Ageless Throat & Decolletage Creme, £31.99, continues to be the best-selling neck cream at M&S.
Butter yellow
Striking the perfect balance between cute and cool, butter yellow continues to be fashion's colour of the season, with celebrities including Cynthia Erivo, Victoria Beckham and The Princess of Wales all spotted wearing outfits in the surprisingly flattering shade recently. For a low cost, low commitment way to try the trend, pick up a nail polish such as Essie's Summer Soulstice, £8.99, or OPI's Nature Strong in Make My Daisy, £18.50. In the nail salon, ask for Bio Sculpture's Alinta or The GelBottle's Sorbet shades of polish.
Berry girl make-up
Every season there seems to be a new food-themed make-up style, and this summer it's 'berry girl', made popular by Hailey Bieber (who else?) recently. Although tones of cherry, plum and raspberry worn on lips, cheeks and nails may seem more suited to winter, it's a surprisingly fresh and youthful summer look. Try Charlotte Tilbury's Unreal Blush Stick in Berry Glow, £30, and for lips, e.l.f. Glow Reviver Melting Lip Balm in Yummy Gummy, £9.
Riviera bob
Article continues below
Bobs have been trending for years, but this summer the way to wear them is bouncy and voluminous, yet slightly ruffled and undone – think Aubrey Plaza's character, Harper, in season two of The White Lotus, embracing just a touch of holiday hair humidity. To get the riviera bob look, 'ask your stylist for a straight bob cut just longer than your chin,' says Tom Smith. 'Some soft, very long layering should be cut with a shattered finish – avoid steps or blunt lines, and keep any fringe area longer and blended into the rest of the shape.'
Hashtags
Try Our AI Features
Explore what Daily8 AI can do for you:
Comments
No comments yet...
Related Articles
Daily Mirror
12 hours ago
- Daily Mirror
Top summer beauty trends from Kate Middleton's hair colour to no-smudge mascara
From the shades of the season to must-have buys, here are the buzzwords to have on your radar as we – and experts – round up the 10 best beauty trends for summer 2025 We're now well into summer, and if you want to know what beauty products, treatments and trends are worth trying this summer, you're in luck. We've rounded up our pick of the best viral beauty trends that you'll actually want to wear, from the products our team can't live without to inspiration for you next appointment at the hair or nail salon. Here's what's hot right now... 10 biggest beauty trends for summer 2025 Mocha bronde Mocha Mousse is Pantone's Colour of the Year, and it's made its way to become a top hair colour trend for summer, says hair stylist and trends forecaster Tom Smith. Described by Tom as 'monochromatic and muted', at the salon ask for neutral mushroom and cool coffee tones running throughout (steer clear of caramels), and you could benefit from using a blue or purple shampoo or conditioner like John Frieda Blue Crush Blue Conditioner, currently £6.89, every couple of weeks, too. Tubing mascara If you find that your mascara typically doesn't last long on your lashes in hot weather, or when sweating or swimming, it's time to try a tubing mascara. Unlike traditional formulas (think of them like paint), tubing mascaras contain polymers that form 'tubes' around each eyelash, lengthening them then setting in place without smudging or flaking. They also remove differently, too, sliding off each hair with warm water and a gentle rub – making them ideal for eyes prone to stinging. Too Faced Ribbon Wrapped Lash Mascara, £28 – read my full review of this mascara here Revolution Wrap Lash Tubing Mascara, currently £7.99 (usual price £10.99) K-beauty Korean beauty certainly isn't a new trend, but with the recent launch of cult favourite K-beauty brands in the UK, such as Beauty of Joseon at Boots and Belif on Beauty Bay and Amazon, it's now easier than ever to give them a try. Korean formulas are known for being especially hydrating with a dewy finish, yet incredibly lightweight, making them ideal for summer, when applying heavy cream in hot weather might not be that appealing. SPF superstars Sunscreen is often seen as more of a chore than a treat, but facial SPF formulations have come on in leaps and bounds – so there's really no excuse not to wear it every day. Merit's The Uniform Tinted Mineral SPF 50, £34, launched with a waitlist of over 20,000, while beauty editors have been singing the praises of Ultra Violette Future Fluid SPF 50+ Superlight Mineral Skinscreen, £38. Created to be make-up-friendly, Olay Brighten & Glow Vitamin C Moisturising Fluid SPF 50+, £26, looks set to be the high street's big hitter – and you can often find it on offer, too. Fruity fragrances Perfumes take their inspiration from fruits, with juicy concoctions creating dreamy scents. Try PHLUR Peach Skin Body Mist, from £25, Ariana Grande R.E.M. Cherry Eclipse Eau de Parfum, currently £36 (usual price £45), or Jo Loves With Love From Como, £135, with zesty notes of grapefruit and clementine. And look out for a lip-smacking new launch from Jo Malone London next month. Sunscreen oils They're back – but with a big difference. Unlike the sometimes dangerously low (or even no) protection tanning oils of the past, Bali Body's new Watermelon Sunscreen Oil SPF 50, £22.95, comes with super-high broad spectrum sun protection for that gleaming-limb look without risking your skin. It smells incredible, too – like summer in a bottle. Neck care In summer there's little chance to hide under high-neck jumpers, so if you're not already paying attention to the skin under your chin, you really should be, say the experts and – judging by all the new neck creams being launched and the interest we get from readers whenever we write about them – it's clearly an area worth paying attention to. Boost Lab's Edelweiss Neck Firming Serum, £24.99, is good value with impressive shopper results, while Prai Ageless Throat & Decolletage Creme, £31.99, continues to be the best-selling neck cream at M&S. Butter yellow Striking the perfect balance between cute and cool, butter yellow continues to be fashion's colour of the season, with celebrities including Cynthia Erivo, Victoria Beckham and The Princess of Wales all spotted wearing outfits in the surprisingly flattering shade recently. For a low cost, low commitment way to try the trend, pick up a nail polish such as Essie's Summer Soulstice, £8.99, or OPI's Nature Strong in Make My Daisy, £18.50. In the nail salon, ask for Bio Sculpture's Alinta or The GelBottle's Sorbet shades of polish. Berry girl make-up Every season there seems to be a new food-themed make-up style, and this summer it's 'berry girl', made popular by Hailey Bieber (who else?) recently. Although tones of cherry, plum and raspberry worn on lips, cheeks and nails may seem more suited to winter, it's a surprisingly fresh and youthful summer look. Try Charlotte Tilbury's Unreal Blush Stick in Berry Glow, £30, and for lips, e.l.f. Glow Reviver Melting Lip Balm in Yummy Gummy, £9. Riviera bob Article continues below Bobs have been trending for years, but this summer the way to wear them is bouncy and voluminous, yet slightly ruffled and undone – think Aubrey Plaza's character, Harper, in season two of The White Lotus, embracing just a touch of holiday hair humidity. To get the riviera bob look, 'ask your stylist for a straight bob cut just longer than your chin,' says Tom Smith. 'Some soft, very long layering should be cut with a shattered finish – avoid steps or blunt lines, and keep any fringe area longer and blended into the rest of the shape.'
Daily Mirror
12 hours ago
- Daily Mirror
Man vomits before his girlfriend sleeps with another man in bizarre experiment
A Channel 4 sex experiment show has left viewers shocked as committed couples agree to have sex with other people to see if they are willing to have a polyamorous relationship A Channel 4 reality show has left viewers stunned - and some reaching to turn off the TV - after a contestant vomited while participating in a bizarre sex experiment that saw his girlfriend sleeping with other men. In the latest explosive episode of Open House: The Great Sex Experiment, Tom and his girlfriend Lauren signed up to explore non-monogamy in an attempt to reignite their relationship - but the reality proved too much for Tom to stomach, quite literally. The controversial show, which airs on Channel 4, invites committed couples to a luxurious countryside retreat to test the boundaries of their relationships by experimenting with open sex - all under the watchful eyes of cameras and sex therapists. READ MORE: Big Brother star's brutal two-word review on Jeremy Clarkson's pub The Farmer's Dog Touted by the show as a bold dive into 'one of society's greatest taboos' - monogamy - Open House has become one of the broadcaster's most talked-about series, following in the footsteps of the equally provocative Virgin Island, which was slammed by some viewers as 'creepy' and 'uncomfortable'. In one episode, Tom and Lauren were advised by non-monogamy coach Effy Blue to try spending time independently to see how it would impact their bond. But things quickly turned from awkward to distressing. Despite Lauren's pep talk - 'Don't be nervous. You absolutely got this' - Tom looked pale and anxious as she reassured him about the day ahead. Moments later, he was seen rushing off camera to vomit in the bathroom. 'This is going to be horrible,' he admitted. 'I feel absolutely petrified and sick.' Lauren, hugging him from behind, gently urged: 'All that anyone can ask is that you just try, okay?' Lauren had been the one to suggest they experiment with other people from the outset. Speaking to the camera, she said: 'Yes, it's throwing me and Tom in the deep end... but for him to have the confidence that we can go off, have our fun, and come back to each other at the end of the night - it's insane.' But viewers weren't convinced - many taking to social media to question both the format and the wellbeing of those taking part. 'I'm no prude, but this is unnecessarily graphic and getting away with it by being 'educational',' posted one user on X. 'Grow up, Channel 4. Full of exhibitionists.' Another wrote: 'Tom needs help and support - he shouldn't be anywhere near this show. #OpenHouse.' 'Honestly feel bad for Tom,' added one viewer. 'He needs counselling, not cameras in his face.' A fourth branded the episode 'so awkward to watch,' while others said Channel 4 was simply pushing boundaries for shock value. Tom had opened up about bedroom issues in the episode, explaining he struggled 'to get it up' due to performance anxiety. But later on, his worries passed as both he and Lauren had sex with different people in separate rooms at the same time. Open House: The Great Sex Experiment is available to stream now on Channel 4.
Daily Mail
17 hours ago
- Daily Mail
MCoBeauty founder Shelley Sullivan reveals the truth behind $1billion beauty brand deal - and how much she profited from the sale
Shelley Sullivan, the woman behind Australia's fastest-growing beauty label MCoBeauty, has spoken candidly about what it meant to sell her business earlier this year. The entrepreneur, whose budget-friendly beauty empire has become a cult favourite among Aussie celebrities, confirmed that while the business was valued at $1billion, the real takeaway for her and her team was far from what the public might assume. 'I wish,' she told Stellar Magazine on Sunday when asked whether she personally pocketed that amount. 'The business could be valued at $1 billion but that's not necessarily a reflection on what the people that are exiting get.' Shelley explained that MCoBeauty's lofty valuation was based on its performance and earning potential rather than a direct windfall for herself. From A-list scandals and red carpet mishaps to exclusive pictures and viral moments, subscribe to the DailyMail's new showbiz newsletter to stay in the loop. She emphasised that factors like the brand's rapid growth, earnings trajectory and overall market trends contributed to the billion-dollar figure, not a simple sale price. Despite stepping back from day-to-day operations, the beauty boss hasn't completely walked away. She remains an avid supporter, watching from the sidelines with pride as the brand continues to thrive under new leadership. 'I'm still very much a fan of the brand,' she said. 'Running a business that grew so quickly was a lot… exhilarating and exciting, but at times exhausting.' Shelley admitted that she's now enjoying a well-earned break after years of hustle. The journey to the top wasn't without sacrifices - long hours, relentless pressure and the weight of expectations were all part of the grind. Driven by a clear goal to dominate the beauty market with affordable on-trend products, Shelley and her team worked tirelessly to turn MCoBeauty into the powerhouse it is today. The business' explosive growth made it a major player on supermarket shelves and in the competitive beauty landscape, rivalling premium brands at a fraction of the cost. She credits the brand's success to a razor-sharp focus on innovation and consumer demand, paired with savvy partnerships and bold marketing. But even with the monumental valuation and market domination, Shelley remains grounded and spends time focusing on family and slowing down than big-dollar headlines. Reflecting on her business journey, she concluded: 'We had a vision to create Australia's fastest-growing beauty brand. 'But I don't think myself, the family and the team ever thought beyond our wildest dreams that that's what we would create.'
