Drawing our inspiration from those dear swans-a-swimming, we’ve collated the ultimate rundown of can’t-live-without products to shield your hair and skin whilst taking a dip. So whether you’re staying home or going away this Christmas, make sure you’re protected…

Philip Kingsley Swimcap
£15.23
A deep conditioning treatment for your hair that protects it from the damaging effects of swimming. Whether you’re staying home or going away this winter, your hair is shielded from the sun, chlorine, salt water and wind.

Fudge Detox Deep Cleanser
£7.45
Purges you of your hair sins! Gives a really deep down clean from all of the oil, hair product and chlorine that clings to hair on a daily basis.

La Roche-Posay Iso-Urea Smoothing and Regulating Body Milk
£16.50
Softens and smooths dry, rough and flaky skin following swimming. This rich yet silky cream deelpy restores the skin’s moisture barriers and builds up its defences.

Clarins Waterproof Eyeliner
£14.00
Look great whilst you swim; add a little dash of colour to your eyes to widen and define them without worrying about panda eyes. An easy to use pencil that is also brilliantly blendable.

Givenchy Phenomen’Eyes Mascara Waterproof
£19.03
A groundbreaking brush and fluid, lightweight formulation to keep lashes in place. It’s solvent-free unlike many waterproof mascaras, keeping lashes supple and soft.

Bare Escentuals Weather Everything Liner Sealer
£9.79
A waterproof, transparent lotion to keep your eye makeup throughout your swim. A few drops of this wonder liquid also turns powder shadows into a sensual, fluid liquid eyeliner.

Dior Backstage Eye Show
£18.00
A unique gel-like texture for the ultimate control when applying your eye colour. This transforms into a velvety powder on the lid that is waterproof, intense and long-lasting.