Wondering what to bring in your makeup bag this Midsummer? Let our editors inspire your beauty survival kit

Long tables laden with pickled herring, ABBA on repeat and a sun that refuses to set – Swedish Midsummer is a marathon, not a sprint. And while linen dresses and daisy-strewn flower crowns may dominate the photo carousel, it’s the unfussy beauty kit that keeps us looking as fresh from dawn to dusk.

Below, we've polled the entire Vogue Scandinavia desk – from our style savvy fashion director to our TikTok-native social lead – to find out what actually earns precious space in their weekender bags. The result? A tight, editor-tested edit of glow-giving, schnapps-proof staples ready to ride shotgun through midnight dips, impromptu Kubb tournaments and that inevitable 4AM chorus of Små Grodorna.

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"For beauty looks come Midsummer – and any time of year – I'm all about no fuss. This year, my arsenal simply delivers a much-needed injection of moisture, almighty SPF to protect from the solstice sun, topped with a light summery scent. And for those who find eyeshadow as impossible as I do: Hourglass' one-swipe stick solution is a shimmering saviour."

"Find me looking fresh and glowy, like a forest creature. Nothing will get your skin better prepared for a day in the sun (and the dehydration of too much schnapps) than Clinique Superdefense – it's a game-changer. That Byredo liquid lipstick doubles as a great eye gloss and I sometimes put the brow gel on my lashes just to give them a little lift. Come to think of it, this is just my everyday makeup routine, but it's especially fitting for midsummer."

"As the summer sun shines brightly, taking care of my skin becomes a top priority, hence why I won't leave for Midsummer festivities without Paula's Choice skin-calming moisturiser. Next, a subtle touch of makeup can enhance my features and create a fresh, rested appearance. That's where Yves Saint Laurent's Touche Éclat No. 3 comes in. Finally, Midsummer celebrations call for a captivating scent that exudes confidence and sophistication, making French Lover the ultimate choice."

"The one item I keep with me throughout frog-leaping and Kubb tournaments is Germain de Cappuccini's Invisible Protective Stick SPF50. The perfect sunscreen for reapplication, this product means I am just a swipe away from UV protection. Dior's Addict Lip Glow Oil ensures my lips stay hydrated and adds a natural touch of colour while Sensai's 38c Mascara is the best for any moisture-adjacent activities, be they midnight dips or intense ring dancing. Finally, Sisley's bronzer provides a sun-kissed finish, giving my skin a healthy and natural glow that lasts for hours without reapplication."

"My fantastic four: I give you a sunscreen that doesn't smudge and smells lovely, a concealer that most certainly does what it's suppose to, a rinse-free hand cleanser because you never know if you have access to water in the middle of the dancing field, and finally a lip gloss that is rather addictive."

"I love the effortless fresh summer look, but always with SPF as the base. My recent beauty obsession is the tubing mascara, it stays on all day with no residue under your eyes. Add a nice lip stain and you’re good to go all day and all night."

"I keep my beauty routine minimal, and Midsummer is no exception. To start, I always have The Lip Balm from Augustinus Bader on hand to keep my lips nourished and protected. It's the perfect companion to combat any dryness or chapping. The Canoderm Cream with its 5 percent concentration to provide gentle and soothing hydration for my skin, which is perfect as I tend to get dry during the summers. And of course, I make sure to apply Emma S. Hydrating Sun Protection SPF 50. There's no better sunscreen in my opinion as it both smells amazing and doesn't have that sticky sensation upon application."