Love In The Flesh’s Lauren Kent shares her holy grail product that makes her freckles pop

Because why would you want to cover them up?

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by Hannah Mellin |
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Viewers quickly fell in love with Love In The Flesh star Lauren Kent during her time on the brand new BBC Three reality show, fronted by Love Island alumni Zara McDermott.

Not only did Lauren bring some much needed diversity and important conversations to the show (from her big natural boobs and curves to her frank conversations with Caz, her partner on the show, where she quizzed him 'if she was the biggest girl he'd been with), Lauren just constantly looked AMAZING. Seriously, we've got a huge girl crush going on.

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From her ultra glam evenings looks to chilling around the pool make-up free in a bikini , Lauren, who recently revealed that she is expecting her first 'miracle' baby, looked flawless all day long, and even better, she embraces everything about herself, telling heat, "I've got more confident as the years have gone by but the show really helped me embrace and accept myself."

Lauren is a proud red head, with her natural flame red hair, fair skin and a gorgeous splattering of freckles.

So when heat caught up with Lauren, we just had to ask her about her fail safe beauty tips for freckles, especially as SO many products tend to cover up skin blemishes instead of celebrating them.

"There was only ever foundation that covered my freckles back in the day and that didn't cater for me. I useVITA Liberata, which is a body make up, you put it anywhere and it just make you glow, it gives you a slight colour but it's not like a fake tan - I tend to not do that as often these days."

VITA Liberata Body Blur HD Skin Finish
Price: £26.96

"In terms of make-up, I would say use SPF religiously, I also love bareMinerals Rescue Complexion ,especially on holiday, it's fab and really highlights my freckles."

bareMinerals Rescue Complexion
Price: £39.00
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Bondi Sands Fragrance Free Face Sunscreen Lotion SPF 50+

Known for their flawless fake tans and high protection sunscreens, Aussie brand Bondi Sands have become a go-to for skincare. This face SPF is a bestseller and regularly sells out, so be quick. Pros: Formulated to deliver up to 72 hours of hydration, with added aloe vera and vitamin E, this SPF leaves your skin feeling moisturised and is also free from parabens and sulphates.Cons: Some customers claim the product made their eyes water, while others didn't love the shine it left on their skin.

Ultrasun Face Anti-Ageing Lotion SPF 50+ 50ml2 of 14
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Ultrasun Face Anti-Ageing Lotion SPF 50+ 50ml

Ultrasun's Face Anti-Ageing Lotion SPF 50+ is a multi-purpose face lotion formulated using the very latest skincare research and advances.Pros: Ultrasun is cruelty-free and suitable for vegan customers.Cons: This product contains titanium dioxide, so it has a slight white cast on application.

Garnier Ambre Solaire Ultra-Hydrating Shea Butter Sun Protection Cream SPF50+3 of 14
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Garnier Ambre Solaire Ultra-Hydrating Shea Butter Sun Protection Cream SPF50+

Garnier sun creams are a cult classic and this product, enriched with shea butter, is a best-seller. Pros: The 50ml size is small and light, making it perfect for carrying in airport hand luggage.Cons: While the packaging's recycling symbol shows that a financial contribution has been made towards the recovery and recycling of packaging, it doesn't mean the bottle is recyclable, so your local authority might not recycle it. However, check out recycling schemes at John Lewis and Boots for hard to recycle beauty products.

La Roche-Posay Anthelios Ultra-Light Invisible Fluid Sun Cream SPF50 50ml4 of 14
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La Roche-Posay Anthelios Ultra-Light Invisible Fluid Sun Cream SPF50 50ml

Specially formulated for sensitive skin, this SPF is resistant to water, sweat and sand. Pros: This product has great reviews. One customer said, "Being mixed race, I've struggled to find a sunscreen that doesn't leave a white cast & have spent HUNDREDS of pounds trying to find one that works for me. I bought this on a whim after seeing it pop on on a couple of blogs & I am so glad I did." Another said, "It is a great suncream for face, it's light and goes on smoothly."Cons: The formula is runny and can leave an oily finish.

SUPERGOOP! Unseen Sunscreen SPF 30 travel suncream 15ml5 of 14

SUPERGOOP! Unseen Sunscreen SPF 30 travel suncream 15ml

SUPERGOOP! Unseen Sunscreen is Instagram's favourite new kid on the block.Pros: Fans claim this sunscreen is perfect underneath makeup and gives skin that glossy, gleamy vibe. Cons: At £15 for 15ml, this product is pricey for its small size. But what this lotion lacks in size, it more than makes up for in protection.

Garnier Ambre Solaire Super UV Anti Dark Spots & Anti Pollution Face Fluid SPF50+ 40ml6 of 14
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Garnier Ambre Solaire Super UV Anti Dark Spots & Anti Pollution Face Fluid SPF50+ 40ml

This 'game-changer' SPF offers very high SPF protection to help prevent sun induced dark spots and also contains vitamin E and hyaluronic acid, to nourish skin. Pros: All Garnier products globally are officially approved by Cruelty Free International under the Leaping Bunny Programme. Cons: This isn't water-resistant, so you will need to re-apply more often.

COOLA Classic Face Sunscreen SPF 50( 50ml )7 of 14
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COOLA Classic Face Sunscreen SPF 50( 50ml )

Committed to using the purest, performance-driven ingredients, of which 70% of which are organic, COOLA sunscreens offer broad-spectrum protection while nourishing skin.Pros: COOLA's tubes are made of sustainably sourced sugar-cane resin, which is 100% recyclable. Cons: This product isn't fragrance-free, however, one customer noted, 'The smell is lovely but subtle.'

CAUDALIE ANTI-WRINKLE FACE SUNCARE SPF508 of 14

CAUDALIE ANTI-WRINKLE FACE SUNCARE SPF50

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Avu00e8ne Very High Protection B-Protect SPF50+ Sun Cream for Sensitive Skin 30ml9 of 14
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Avène Very High Protection B-Protect SPF50+ Sun Cream for Sensitive Skin 30ml

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No7 Protect & Perfect Intense ADVANCED Facial Suncare SPF15 50ml10 of 14
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No7 Protect & Perfect Intense ADVANCED Facial Suncare SPF15 50ml

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SUPERGOOP! Play Everyday Lotion SPF 50 with Sunflower Extract11 of 14

SUPERGOOP! Play Everyday Lotion SPF 50 with Sunflower Extract

Supergoop was born after founder Holly Thaggard's friend was diagnosed with skin cancer. The range has since won numerous awards. Pros: Fans include skincare guru Caroline Hirons who gave Supergoop! Play her seal of approval. She said, "No cast, suitable for dark skins, and is lovely under makeup. Winner winner chicken dinner."Cons: Some customers found the formula too greasy, even for dry skin.

ULTRA VIOLETTE QUEEN SCREEN LUMINISING SUN SERUM SPF 50+12 of 14
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ULTRA VIOLETTE QUEEN SCREEN LUMINISING SUN SERUM SPF 50+

Formulated to prevent pilling and any white cast, this silky serum also features an uplifting scent of fresh roses.Pros: This serum is a top seller on Space NK and has rave reviews and ALSO provides a vitamin C boost. We love to see it. Cons: Ultra Violette products currently cannot be shipped to the USA.

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glow hub DEFEND YOURSELF SPF

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Bondi Sands Sunny Daze SPF 50 Moisturiser 50g14 of 14
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Bondi Sands Sunny Daze SPF 50 Moisturiser (50g)

Bondi Sands know a think or two about faking it until you make it when it comes to a bronzed glow, so it's no surprise that their SPF moisturiser comes in factor 50!Pros: This SPF is fragrance free so you won't get that suncream smell, is suitable for sensitive skin AND is non-comedogenic - so it won't clog pores. It also gives you a lovely glow and isn't greasy. Cons: The bottle is a little on the small side (which is a positive for those wanting to take it in the hand luggage on holiday).

Nearly a year after Love In The Flesh finished filming, Lauren announced that she was pregnant, just weeks after her co-stars and show winners Shazelle and Chibs announced they too were having a baby.

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Taking to Instagram to share snaps of her growing bump, Lauren wrote, "✨Divine timing✨.

"I am absolutely over the moon to FINALLY be able to post and share my little miracle 🤍 God knew my path and I am so grateful and blessed to feel you grow stronger each and every day ✨🙏🏼 "

"Here’s to the start of the most amazing chapter yet…. I’M GONNA BE A MAMA 🥺🤍."

Lauren didn't reveal who the baby's father was or any other details about her pregnancy, but the baby isn't Caz Milligan's, as they called it a day weeks after leaving the show.

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