As the weather starts to beat us up and make us feel like not emerging from the covers, think about smothering yourself with something sweet, rich and uplifting.

I have taken solace in reaching into my bathroom cabinet for my Laura Mercier Crème Brulee Soufflé body cream.

At £41 it is not the cheapest body cream on but is a wonderful indulgence I use to comfort myself without putting on any pounds! The scent reminds me of West Indian cornmeal porridge - (better to smell yummy than blot out your tummy)! 

With vitamins A, C & E for nourishment and Shea Butter for moisturising, Crème Brulee gives the skin optimum moisture levels so the body isn’t over greasy.

For optimum results layer the product with other items from the same range (Shower cream, honey bath soak and perfume).

By Clare Eluka - Beauty Writer for A-SHU.CO.UK.