Summer is officially here and I am so ready for it!
Long days, slower mornings, a little more sunshine…there’s something about this season that just invites us to breathe a little deeper and enjoy life more.
And over the years, I’ve landed on a handful of products that genuinely help me feel my best all summer long – whether I’m chasing kids at the beach or sneaking off for a date al fresco with my husband.
Today I’m sharing all of them with you. No sponsored items, just the things I actually use and love…
☀️ Sunscreen
Can we just acknowledge how hard it is to find a sunscreen that actually works AND has clean ingredients AND doesn’t leave you looking like a ghost? I’ve tried so many over the years (for myself and for our kids) and I finally have a lineup I love.
Here’s what’s in my bag this summer:
Tower 28 Sunny Days Tinted SPF: This one is my personal favorite for my face. It goes on beautifully and the tint means I can skip foundation on beach days. Win.
Alba Botanica Sunscreen: A great all-over option for the whole family. Clean ingredients, affordable, and it actually rubs in.
Babo Botanicals Super Shield Mineral Stick: This is my secret weapon for little faces and last-minute touch-ups. So easy to swipe on without the fuss.
💧 Hydration
Warmer weather and frequent travel means I have to be way more intentional about staying hydrated – and plain water only goes so far.
I love Ultima Electrolytes. No sugar, fairly clean ingredients, and it feels like a nice treat in the afternoon.
💪 Resistance Bands for Travel
Our Lindywell Resistance Bands are the first thing I pack when traveling. They’re lightweight, they don’t take up any space in your bag, and they make it so easy to stay consistent with your movement even when your routine is off.
My vacation go-to is the 10-Minute band series in the Lindywell app.
🩳 What I’m Wearing
I have three sets of these Villa Shorts and the Villa Cropped Tank from Vuori. They’re soft enough to lounge in, put-together enough to wear to brunch, and they’ve become my default everything outfit. If you like comfy, lightweight clothing, you’ll love this set.
✨ Sunless Tanner
I may not lay out like I used to, but I still love a little color in the summer, and Salty Face has been my go-to.
The Face Set is so easy to use and gives the most natural-looking result (no streaks, no orange!), and the Tanning Foam is great for the body. It’s not a full sunless tanner so you don’t have to stress about the application, it’s more like a subtle tint which is exactly what I’m going for.
That’s my summer lineup! I hope something on this list makes your season a little easier, a little healthier, or just a little more fun. 🌊
