Swears By: Mumsnet recommends - July 2018

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Hello everyone,

Hope you're enjoying/surviving this glorious/boiling weather (delete as appropriate).

Some of you may already receive our weekly Swears By newsletter, which is a round-up of products that Mumsnetters have been recommending to each other, but we thought we'd also collate them here.

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But anyway - here’s what MNers have been swearing by this month (they have a distinct heatwave theme):

Papaval Harem Jumpsuit, £13.49

MNers love these comfy jumpsuits so much they're willing to risk resembling gliding rodents - if that's not an endorsement, we don't know what is

"I bought six of these. I may never wear anything else - ever." exWifebeginsat40

"They are fab, really pleased with them. I bought this navy blue one and the black and white spotty one. Wearing the blue one now, it's soooooo comfy." Iamblossom

"I look a bit like a flying squirrel in it but I do love it!" MyRelationshipIsWeird

"Amazed at how lovely the fabric feels." asilikeit

JML Cooling Pillow Gel Inlay, £9.99

Struggle with sleepless nights in the heat? Keeping your noggin cool can make all the difference

"They are flat, thin and plastic-y looking and have a gel centre. They stay cold without any need to put in the fridge/freezer. You can put them inside your pillowcase at night, but you could also use it on your commute/in the office. I bought three pre-pregnancy and me, DH and the dog all use them in the heat!" Flamingo84

Bondi Sands Self Tanning Foam, £14.99

Fake your way to a speedy, even, natural-looking tan

"You won't regret it - I used St Tropez for the longest time but switched to Bondi Sands on a recommendation and haven't looked back!" GGCH

"Bondi Sands is a clear winner for me too. I've used them all." DianaT1969

"I've used pretty much everything and it's the one that works best for me and quite a few of my friends." holycityzoo

Boden Amalfi Swimsuit, £32.50 - £65

Prepare for that sun lounger by treating yourself to a new cozzie

"I've tried a lot recently and the Boden Amalfi Bandeau Swimsuit was by far the most flattering. I have the Navy with Gold Spots and it is really flattering and supportive." DarkDarkNight

Comes in a lovely and varied range of colours - if you're quick you might nab one in the sale!

Hourglass Ambient Light Powder, £39.60

Sweep this subtle highlighter onto cheekbones for an instant summery glow

"Hourglass Ambient Light powder. I have Ethereal and Dim Light. They're expensive but INCREDIBLE." thunderbirdthree

"I love the Hourglass Ambient Light Powders." TashieWoo

Lycra Cotton Cycling Shorts in black, £5.47

Banish the dreaded thigh chafe without breaking the bank

"I have these in black, tan and white to go under dresses. Nice and breathable as they are a mix of cotton and Lycra. Wore them under a bridesmaid dress in Florida and never got too warm." Figmentofimagination

Hush Long Harem Trousers, £55

They're comfy, cool, quick to slip on for the school run, and the comfiest thing ever on a flight - seriously, you'll wonder how you ever traveled without them.

"It’s irrational how much I ADORE the harems - I am currently styling them with bare feet and a PJ top sans bra. It’s like my legs are being embraced by angels. Next discount code I am so buying my mum a pair!" PorpoisefullyObtuse

M&S Linen Blend Sleeveless Dress, from £15

Whether you're looking to add a pop of colour to your summer wardrobe or want something more muted for the office, M&S have you covered

“Just got a couple of linen shift dresses in M&S, very happy with them - they somehow don't wrinkle much even when sitting down! I bought a size up and they're lovely and cool.” Xiaoxiong

If you're speedy, a few different patterns and colours are on sale

Adidas Stan Smith Trainers, £70

Who doesn't need a pair of white trainers for chasing a toddler around in the summer months?

"I live in my Stan Smiths! Most comfortable trainers I've ever owned." SlideAway82

Available in such a wonderful array of colours, you'll be going back for a second (and third) pair before you know it

Tu Floral Border Print Palazzo Trousers, £30

Paired with a plain cami and sandals these trousers offer the perfect wedding guest outfit solution

"There's a lovely black pair with a jungle pattern at the bottom in Sainsbury's that would brighten up your outfit, but still be smart with a flat open sandal." pumpingRSI

oodji Collection Women's Basic Tank Top, £4.70

Stock up on this everyday summer essential

"My favourites are these super inexpensive Oodji tank tops that have lasted over 18 months of frequent use and washing. Not exactly high fashion, but comfy and adaptable!" HughLauriesStubble

Nad's Nose Wax Kit, £9.74 (was £12.99)

An almost painless way to remove nose hair? We're sold

"That Nad's stuff from Boots is brilliant (I heard about it on MN). Now on my second box and I’ve perfected my technique. Do it about every 3/4 weeks.” Reedrummond

Hi everyone - it's that time again!

Wonderbra Ultimate Strapless Bra, £40

With summer comes the return of delicate cami tops, off-the-shoulder styles – and of course tan lines. They're not unavoidable though – if you're not a fan of the stripy shoulder look, Mumsnetters have found a solution.

“I absolutely love the fit and support from the Wonderbra Ultimate Strapless Push-up Bra. I'm a 32G so need to make sure I have plenty of support and this one definitely works for me.” OnceyoupopBBQ

“Yes, I agree – I'm a 32G too and it's by far the best. I actually bought a 34FF as the back is very tight.” holycityzoo

Available in both nude and black.

Birkenstock Arizona Soft Footbed, £65

You've heard everyone talking about them, but are they too good to be true? Definitely not

“I have Arizonas with the soft footbed. Mine are silver and a bit sparkly but they do several options. Very comfortable and take less time to adapt to your feet.” highwoodwitch

“I have the Arizona soft ones, they are so comfy. I love them.” princessbear80

Joules Riviera Short Sleeve Jersey Dress, £34.95

Although the sleeveless version of this dress which Ellapaella loves is now sold out online, don't panic – there's a lovely short-sleeved version too

“I have the Joules Breton dress (the sleeveless one) in navy with white stripes. It's lovely!” Ellapaella

Palmer's Coconut Oil Conditioning Hair Mask, £2.99

With all this hot weather, our hair needs a bit of summer-scented TLC

“The Palmer's hair masks are good, I've used them a few times! They do a sachet so not overly expensive if you just want to give it a go. You will probably get two uses out of a sachet.” Timeisslippingaway

Gap Bi-Stretch Skinny Ankle Trousers, from £17.99

Perfect for mooching around paired with trainers or dressed up with a pair of wedges or heels

“The Gap bi-stretch are the best trousers ever – I have very curvy legs and bum and they fit perfectly the whole way down, a brand new experience for me!” KirstenRaymonde

“Seconding Gap bi-stretch” Nettletheelf

Available in black, navy, and a couple of colourful patterns

Body2Body Boyfriend Cardigan, from £5.99

Even in the summer months, a cover-up of some sort is an absolute must

“For hot weather holidays I have a supply of boyfriend style cardigans I get cheap from Amazon. They're the only thing I've found that's light and cool enough (but still smart-ish) to wear even in the middle of the day in Egypt, Thailand etc. They wash so well and dry very quickly, which is handy on holiday! They don't crease either.” Reedrummond

I'm abroad next month and will be swimming, I don't want to wear a cap but I need some ideas to protect my scalp as my hair is thinning.

Hi @littlebillie, we'll certainly keep our eyes peeled for any recommendations for you, but we think you'll get a lot more suggestions if you put your query to the MN hivemind by starting your own thread in Style and Beauty.

Good luck with the search!

Boden Cashmere Crop Crew Cardigan, from £49 (was £98)

With this many colours to choose from, you're bound to find the perfect fit for you - whether you're covering up on cooler summer evenings or want an extra layer for day-to-day

"I do have the Boden cropped cashmere cardigan in a couple of colours but that's because I buy one most seasons in a different colour." CountFosco

Tesco Pure South Press Avocado Oil, £2.70

You don't have to splash the cash for a great facial oil - you can add this one to your weekly food shop

"Avocado oil approx £3 from Tesco. I love it. Slather it on after a bath, leaves skin so soft!" mydogishot

"I use exactly the same avocado oil from Tesco! Great, isn't it? And you get enough for maybe the best part of a year for a few quid." IcedPurple

ASOS Mojito Leather Brogues, £35

A smarter option for summer, but they're not just for the office

"My sister raves about ASOS Mojito brogues. She wore them for a formal work event around London last week and swore her feet didn’t get hot, swollen or sore, even in the heat." thenorthernluce

M&S Linen Rich Striped Jumpsuit, £39.50

The jumpsuit that will change your mind about jumpsuits - trust us

"I have just bought this and I'm really pleased with it. Being a shorty, a jumpsuit is not typically something I would ever look at but I am glad I did. It is really flattering. Yes, it is a bit long but I can take it up. I love it." notangelinajolie

Uniqlo Cotton Linen Shorts, now £12.90 (were £14.90)

Available in seven summery colours, they're such a flattering shape you'll want more than one pair

"The linen drawstring shorts are fantastic, I’ve got them in 3 colours." TSSDNCOP

Matalan 3 Pack Ultra Comfort Modal Briefs, £6

The holy grail of underwear shopping - pants which are comfy and keep everything in check

"I'm not going to pretend they're the most, er, sexy knickers ever, but they're so, so comfy, sizing comes up a little big and they're proper bum covering ones" Ollivander84