Having returned from a week long beach-cation in Krabi and Koh Samui, I still crave for my afternoon naps by the shore. With my heart and soul still left there (no really, see my Insta-feed), here are my top 10 beauty essentials from a not-so-beauty-junkie.
A beach vacation requires a lot more than just sunblock, however less is definitely more when packing your beach bag. While swimsuits, flip flops and, fedoras are obvious vacay must-haves, the following 10 products gallivanted around with me while island hopping and being a complete beach bum!
1. Neutrogena Beach Defense Sunscreen Spray
A water-resistant spray-on sunscreen that is easy in application, dries quickly and is heavy-duty SPF. Formulated for those long beach days, it is a colorless mist so you don’t have to worry about those white patches or getting your hands messy.
2. Rexona Invisible Dry
Pretty self-explanatory but perfect for those pre and post dips in the pool or beach.
3. Banana Boat Aloe Vera
Just what was needed after long days in the sun, repeatedly. Soothes your skin and helps endure any sunburns, dry or chapped skin.
4. Victoria’s Secret Dream Angel Mist Heavenly
Just like it’s name, the scent is heavenly; soft and not overpowering! Rather than carrying a perfume, mists are a trusted substitute.
5. Bioderma Dermatological Water
Dermatological water, AKA face mist. Refreshing and gentle to the skin and best for oily/acne prone skin.
6. H2O
In case you forgot, you have to stay hydrated when catching waves and sun rays. Water is the ultimate beauty hack out there!
7. Foreo Luna Mini
A great travel companion for quick gentle exfoliation and breakouts after prolonged hours in the sun. I low-key use it for subtle face massages too… Nonetheless it helps to retain gentle firmness on your face.
8. Vaseline
Where do I begin with an endless list of Vaseline benefits. Not only used for chapped lips but also heals those “when did this happen” kinda wound.
9. Sunnies
Not the most qualifiable “beauty” product, but a guaranteed beauty savior to your eyes – yes, okay, yes? Protect yo eyes people!
10. Your beauty “beauty” self!
BRB, sobbing while I wish for salty waves and hot sand again.
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always sunnies! I live in greece and I never leave the house without my sunglasses! And vaseline is such a versatile product! I recenlty switched to coconut oil lets see if it will stand the test if time…
That facial ball looks really interesting! And I’ve never heard of the anti-yellow-stains stuff. YES YES YES on the Neutrogena, aloe, Vaseline, and staying hydrated!
Oh I love Krabi! We were there a few years ago and had a fab time. Sunblock definitely. And sunnies!
It looks like you had a great time and made sure you protected your skin and eyes. I am loving the quality of the pictures.
So many great products to try here! We live in Southern California so the beach is part of our lives all year round. Will definitely be checking these out!
Definitely love my beach vacations too! Sunscreen, aloe, water, and sunglasses are the must-haves for sure. I burn easily, so those are my most important things to remember.
The mini is an interesting thing to bring to the beach. I won’t have thought of most of these except for the basic sunblock
Wow, I wouldn’t have thought to take vaseline with me to the beach. I burn easily so sunscreen and aloe are my go to when heading to the beach. I haven’t tried baby powder but I’ve heard it’s a MUST for beach! It takes the sand off easily.
Your vacation looks lovely! I’m a big fan for portable water esspiecslly as a setting before I apply my makeup and of course as a nice refresher on hot days
Oh gosh, I haven’t been to the beach in so long! It looks so pretty. I have the Foreo Luna Mini, but I haven’t tried it yet. Do you love it?
I like the way you make suggestions. It really attracts me. Some of my sister tried it and they really helped. Thanks for sharing ^^
Oh awesome! These look like great products to keep your skin safe from the sun!
Love this! I don’t go to the beach much but I know so many do and don’t really keep safe. I love the title, too, made me smile!