England and Wales have today been issued with a heat wave warning and over the next week, the east and southeast of England are predicted to be the hottest areas, with humid weather throughout the rest of the UK*.

With temperatures forecast to rise up to 32°C (90F)*, make sure you keep your cool in the hot weather with these handy hints from Boots.

USE PROTECTION
Protect yourself from the sun's rays by applying a long lasting suncream, such as Soltan Once Spray SPF15, 30 and 40, 200ml (£15.99)**, giving up to six hours protection.

The Soltan range offers five star, triple protection and is great value, so you can stay safe in the sun without breaking the bank. Again this year, all Soltan products are on Buy One Get One Free.

CHILL OUT
Keep your cool in the hot weather by using Soltan Mist Spray SPF25, 150ml (£12.99)
Spritz yourself with this cooling mist to avoid feeling hot and sticky and help protect your skin from burning.

Refresh a hot head with Boots Cooling Head Stick (£4.08). This handy handbag sized stick contains lavender, peppermint and eucalyptus essential oils to soothe and cool. Rub the stick onto your forehead for instant relief.

DON'T DEHYDRATE AND STEER CLEAR OF SUNSTROKE
Boots pharmacist Angela Chalmers says, ‛Sip water throughout the day, and if you drink alcohol, then drink equal amounts of water. Make sure you are urinating every couple of hours and when you do, your urine should be a pale straw colour. If it is dark and very smelly you could be dehydrated!

‛If you are really dehydrated, you would need to consider taking a rehydration sachet, made up as directed in water if you develop a raised temperature. Paracetamol can help lower it but rest and staying out the sun is the mainstay of treatment. If fever does not respond to paracetamol and someone is delirious, or losing consciousness, then medical assistance should be sought immediately.'

Products to consider:
Boots Paracetamol costs from 39 pence for 16 caplets. Always read the label.
Boots Rehydration Treatment (£2.14). Always read the label.

YOU CAN LEAVE YOUR HAT ON
‛Stay in the shade during the hottest hours of the day, between 11am and 3pm. If this is not possible, wear a wide sunhat and something to cover your shoulders. Take regular breaks from being in the direct sun, as this will help you stay safe from sunstroke,' says Boots pharmacist, Angela Chalmers.

Boots sell a range of stylish sunhats so you can keep cool and look hot in the heat. Try Coral Bay Big Brown Glam Hat (£12) to add some summer style to your outfit.