Beach Bag Essentials
Beach Bag Essentials
By: Abby Fulmar
With summer right around the corner, it is finally time to escape to long days in the sun. While going to the beach is a perfect way to relax, there is more preparation than you might realize to make your time as stress-free as possible. Here are a few items to throw in your beach bag to make this summer’s beach trips the best yet.
Seasonal Fruit
While it may seem self-explanatory, a necessity in any beach bag is fresh fruit. Not only is fruit a perfect summer snack, but it also has high water content. Eating fruit while under the sun all day can help give you a much-needed boost of hydration. To guarantee the best quality snack, choose a fruit that is in season such as watermelon, plums, or apricots. The best place to find summer fruits is your local farmer’s market, where you can support local vendors while also getting the highest quality produce.
A Good Book
The best way to fully embrace your downtime is to transport yourself to a whole new world through reading. Although there are a variety of genres to choose from, there is nothing that screams summer more than a romance novel to leave you feeling warm and refreshed. If you need a recommendation, dive into the world of Emily Henry, an author currently dominating the romance genre. As the titles suggest, her contemporary romance novels Beach Read, People We Meet On Vacation, and Happy Place all revolve around vacations. These easy reads are sure to make you forget about your daily worries and provide extra relaxation while on the beach.
One of the most important parts of a successful beach trip is staying hydrated. Water and fruit can hydrate your body, but your skin needs just as much attention. Sun Bum’s hydrating serum is infused with banana, which helps protect against harmful free radicals, and niacinamide, a form of B3 known for calming redness and balancing oil production. This serum can help your skin maintain a youthful glow after intense sun exposure.
After applying your preferred sunscreen, lather up with Bali Body’s watermelon tanning oil. Infused with watermelon seed extract, which helps naturally enhance melanin, this oil is a perfect way to achieve a natural, glowing tan. The sweet watermelon fragrance is naturally derived and the oil is enriched with SPF 15 to further protect your skin.
Sometimes a beach getaway can seem easier to accomplish than it really is. Include these simple, practical products in your beach bag to make sure you have an enjoyable summer break.
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