$62.00 for 3.38 oz
I switch up my moisturizer seasonally to accommodate my skin's unique needs throughout the year. In the summer I need something that will absorb into my skin quickly so I don't sweat it off. But even in the summertime my skin tends to be dry so I need something that still packs a hydration punch without the heaviness; and if it helps to cool my skin down on hot and humid days, it's an added bonus. I have found just that with The true cream- aqua bomb by belif which is proven to increase your skin's hydration level by 70%! It is also formulated with clean ingredients, and does not have any of those icky sulfates (SLS and SLES), parabens, or phthalates.
I picked mine up from Sephora, it comes in three sizes but I suggest going for the value size, you are going to use every last drop!
$14.99 for 3.4 oz
Sunscreen might just be the most important part of any beauty routine but it is not the most exciting beauty product. Bare Republic's Diamond Dust sunscreen has transformed sunscreen into a glamorous beauty must-have! If you love to sparkle, give this formula a try. It deposits the prettiest holographic shimmer onto your skin that will last all day. It is also chemical free and water resistant. Oh, and as for the sun protection, it works extremely well when applied correctly. Beach tested, beach approved!
Pick it up online at GoBareOutside.com or at Target.com
3: COOLA - Full Spectrum 360° Refreshing Water Mist Organic Face Sunscreen SPF 18 $36.00 for 1.7 oz
Once again, sunscreen is essential... but I am very bad at remembering to reapply it, especially on my face. That changed after discovering Coola's 360° Refreshing Water Mist Organic Face Sunscreen. Since my skin is fair and prone to burning, I apply a higher SPF before I leave the house and then spritz this on my face every hour or so to keep my skin protected and hydrated. It is definitely refreshing and smells so, so good! Not only does it provide protection from UV Rays but it also protects against HEV light (aka blue light), IR, and pollution. Plus it's made with organic aloe and coconut water; what could be more refreshing on a hot summer day?!
Order yours at Coola.com
$24.00 for .15 oz
I am going to sound like a broken record here but sunscreen is the most important part of any skincare routine. Often times our lips are overlooked when it comes to sun protection but the skin on our lips is thinner and more delicate than the rest of the face. I too was often guilty of neglecting to apply SPF on my lips until I discovered FRESH's SPF lip balm because most other SPF lip products I have tried have an unappealing white cast, taste gross, or are super drying. All of FRESH's products are amazing and this one comes with the added bonus of protecting your luscious lips from the sun's harmful rays. My go-to shade is "Icon", a sheer yet vibrant red. With several lovely shades, including an un-tinted option, there is a perfect hue for everyone. Also, all of Fresh's Sugar Lip Balms are formulated with clean ingredients, what more could you ask for?
Protect your pout! Grab yours at Sephora
5: Sun Bum - Cool Down Hydrating After Sun Lotion
$11.99 for 8oz
For those of us who forget to reapply our sunscreen throughout the day or just want to re-hydrate after a day of sun, Sun Bum's Cool Down Hydrating After Sun Lotion is an absolute must. This lotion helps to sooth burnt skin and helps to prevent, or at least minimize, the dreaded post-burn peeling. It is formulated with aloe and vitamin E, and helps to hydrate and restore your skin. I have used this stuff for a few summers now and it makes a serious difference.
$25.00 for 13oz
If you haven't tried at least one of Sol De Janeiro's many amazing products you seriously must ASAP. After a long day at the beach the Brazilian 4 Play Moisturizing Shower Cream-Gel is the best way to wind down. It smells like summer in a bottle, I swear. The shower cream-gel and the body lotion (more on that below) are probably the best smelling skincare products that I have ever tried! It is also super nurturing and hydrating for parched skin. And its free of parabens, phthalates, PEGs, synthetic colors, animal by-products, and propylene glycol to boot! You can't beat it!
Find it at Sephora today!
$45.00 for 8.1 o
Sol De Janeiro's Brazilian Bum Bum Cream is most definitely a splurge but it is certainly worth it. It smells soooo good and the scent lingers for the entire day. It is not just the scent that keeps me coming back for more though; it feels great on the skin and is super hydrating! As for the claim that it tightens and smooths the skin, well it hasn't done much for me in that regard, it would probably take a miracle to smooth out my cellulite, but hey, it can't hurt! The bum bum cream is also formulated without parabens, sulfates, and phthalates.
Pick it up at Sephora
$16.00 for 3 oz
When I got my Bust Dust I immediately opened it and pumped the powder into my cleavage to test it out. It quickly absorbed the moisture and my bust stayed relatively dry for the remainder of the very hot and humid day with just one more application. I was worried that I would be left with a powdery white residue on my skin or clothing but the Bust Dust was undetectable after gently rubbing it in. If you are busty then this stuff is for you!
Pick it up at Ulta or Megababe.com
$14.00 for 2.12 oz
For all the curvy folks out there, this stuff will SAVE YOUR THIGHS, and your sanity! If you've ever gone with pants in a heat wave instead of rocking short shorts or a skirt or avoided a long walk on the beach in your swimsuit for fear of the inevitable chafe, you need this! I tested it out on the beach on one of the hottest of days so far this summer and was pleasantly surprised with the results. Zero chafe, zip, none, nada! The 548+ Five Star reviews on Megababe.com do not lie!
I grabbed mine at Ulta, check it out there or at Megababe.com
$9.99 for 8 oz
Hand sanitizer is more important this summer than ever! As we venture out to our summertime recreation we need to make sure we are keeping ourselves safe. Yet another awesome product from Megababe, their hand sanitizer not only exceeds the CDC guidelines with 62% alcohol, it is proven to kill 99.9% of those pesky germs. Best of all, the formula is derived from plants so it is vegan and the nourishing botanicals will leave your hands feeling soft and hydrated instead of dry and stripped like most other brands out there.
Pick yours up at Megababe.com or find it at Target