CLARINS RADIANCE PLUS SELF TANNING GEL
This is a unique product comprising part makeup and part skincare - ideal for perking up a pale and lifeless complexion. Packed with vitamins and zinc to protect and tone the skin, it helps to create a very natural looking tan. Use it instead of your morning moisturizer and you'll find a subtly sun kissed face gazing backing the mirror. Perfect if you want to look less washed out at a winter wedding or for a glowing tanned look for a summer wedding.

£32.50 from Boots and Department Stores Nationwide.

REVLON SKINLIGHTS
The first skin illuminator that came on the market, Skinlights is still the best. A staple of most top make up artists' kits, it contains a blend of rose, quartz, topaz and mother of pearl particles which reflect light and impart radiance to the complexion. Used along the top of the cheekbones and along the brow bone, it blurs flaws with its soft focus effect. Use once and the compliments you receive on your healthy glow will make you a lifelong convert of this product.

£9.95 from Boots Branches Nationwide

SISLEY TENSOR IMMEDIATE LIFT
Fans of this botanical serum, which is used after the moisturiser and before applying makeup compare it to a face lift. It's the perfect pick me up to have on hand for any special occasion. Especially good for tired skins, it forms an invisible film which smoothes and firms the skin and tightens pours. Makeup glides on and stays put for much longer than normal, making this an all round winner.

£81 available from selected department stores.

YVES SAINT LAURENT TOUCH ECLAT
This is probably the most famous and in demand beauty buy on the planet - and for good reason. It's a sleek gold "wand" that works wonders on tired looking skin. Used beneath the eyes, on the sides of the nose, at the corners of the mouth and over fine expression lines, it brings out the radiance in your skin by catching and reflecting the light. The great news for longstanding addicts is that its now available in three different shades, to suit your skin tone.

£21 from major department stores.

PRADA REVIVING FACE MASK
There are few home treatments as relaxing as a face mask and this one give you enough time to have a soak in the bath or put your feet up while it does its stuff. This vitamin packed gel cream mask fits the bill perfectly an is especially good for sleep deprived complexions as it stimulates collagen and increases the elasticity of the skin. And to top it all, it comes in individual doses so you never need be without it!

£60 for 14 masks, available from Harrods, Selfridges & Harvey Nichols