In just a few days, I'll be chilling on a beach in the Bahamas with the sun beaming on my face and a fresh frozen Margarita in hand. Oh, how I love myself a nice Caribbean vacation! But as much as I'm dying to relax, that doesn't mean I'm going to leave all my face creams and leave-in conditioners behind. You never–I repeat NEVER–want to hit up the beach without a bag filled with summer beauty products. It's essential!
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It's hard to enjoy summer if you're not looking and feeling good. Just because you're at a barbecue with the familia or chillaxing on the beach, doesn't mean you can't look cute too. So before you make any plans, here are a few beauty must-haves you NEED in your beach bag this summer!
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Sunscreen
You HAVE to carry sunscreen with you at the beach–there's no ifs or butts about it. L'Oréal Paris Invisible Protect Sheer Spray 30 ($9) is hands down my favorite formula right now. It's not sticky, it's weightless, water-resistant and SUPER easy to apply!
Curl cream
Heading to the beach? Keep those curls tamed and bouncy with Alterna Bamboo Smooth Curls Anti-Frizz Curl-Defining Cream ($25). It adds serious shine too!
Lip protection
Of course you NEED to protect your lips from the sun too! You better have Kiss My Face Sport Treat Lip Balm SPF 30 ($4) in your beach bag or else!
Blotting tissues
Unless you plan on rocking a sweaty T-zone, I suggest you have Tarte Not So Slick Oil-Absorbing Blotting Papers ($10) on you at all times.
Wave spray
Want waves? Spritz a little bit of Josie Maran Bohemian Waves Argan Hair Mist Volume ($22) for a soft, tousled look.
Get your bronze on
There's no such thing as a healthy tan. Fake a beach glow with Victoria's Secret All-Over Bronzing Stick ($15). It glides on easily and dries quick!
Keep your eyes bright
A few laps in the water is bound to leave your eyes all red and itchy. Clear them with a few drops of Visine Original Redness Relief ($8). This stuff works wonders!
Brighten up your lips
Just because you're hitting the waves doesn't mean you can't add a little color to those lips. Try Make Up For Ever Aqua Rouge Waterproof Liquid Lip Color ($24). It won't come off no matter what.
