The 12 Beauty Products You Need on Beach and Pool Days
From fancy, safe-for-sea-creatures sunscreens to an updated version of Sun-In, here are the 12 beach beauty products you want in your tote bag this summer.
OK, last sunscreen suggestion, we swear. (In our defense, this one's face-specific.) At $39, it's a tad bit pricey, but definitely worth the investment: It doubles as a primer, it's got squalane (a hydration star), thermus thermphilus ferment (a hardcore antioxidant), zinc oxide (which protects the skin from UV rays and has healing properties) and mineral-based light reflectors (which smooth the appearance of wrinkles and other skin imperfections and make you look fresh and glow-y). Oh, and its EWG-approved, so again, no carcinogens or marine-life-harming chemicals.
In any discussion about post-sun skin care, this product comes up again and again. On any old day it's great for nourishing, hydrating and healing skin, but on those when you tragically (inevitably) forget to reapply sunscreen to one sorry patch of skin, it's a godsend. Smother the sizzling area in Skin Food and in 12 hours' time it'll look (and feel) much better.
A few drops of this crazy-lightweight oil is enough to revive saltwater- and chlorine-ravaged hair. Apricot, kukui and coconut oil combat the inevitable dryness of sea/sunbathing and make strands feel healthier and softer; sunflower oil tames frizz and brings back shine. Work a bead through your hair (paying particular attention to your edges) right before you hit the road. We like that it's heavy-duty but leaves no gross residue.
File under: just for fun. This new addition to Ouai's all-star lineup offers mild, summery highlights without a trip to the salon. Just spray it on and lay out. Made with a mix of lemon and pineapple juice, plus a touch of hydrogen peroxide (to lighten) and coconut water (to hydrate dry strands), it's basically an elevated version of Sun-In. Celeb hair guru and Ouai mastermind Jen Atkin recommends spraying the product through your hair and then combing it out to evenly distribute. You can also just spritz the strands that frame your face, if that's more your vibe. Of course, even a slight hair color change is a commitment, so start with a light misting and see how you feel.
Artsy-fartsy non-aluminum-based deodorants that actually work are few and far between, and this is one of those unicorns. In addition to smelling nice and not wearing off after an hour (or even 15), it comes as an easy-to-wield stick, allowing for easy post-dip reapplication. (Yes, we love our creamy Soapwalla paste, but let's face it, one good wind gust and that container would be lousy with sand.)
