We might be too old for Spring Break (thank God), but we’re never too old for warm-weather getaways and summer travel. Whether you’re heading somewhere sunny soon or just dreaming about it, now’s the time to think about beauty products that deliver maximum results with minimal effort. I’m sharing my must-pack summer travel beauty essentials that’ll keep you looking fresh, radiant and ready for wherever your next vacation takes you.
Spring & Summer Travel Beauty Essentials
Here are my 10 summer travel beauty essentials.
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1. Bubble Skincare Plus One Tinted Daily Mineral Sunscreen, $19
This SPF 40 mineral formula is non-comedogenic and protects your skin from damaging UVA/UVB with a bronzy finish that blurs and perfects your skin’s appearance without a greasy feel or chalky white cast!
2. Crown Affair The Refillable Dry Shampoo, $42
Refresh your hair the clean way with Crown Affair’s Dry Shampoo, a talc-free, refillable powder that comes with a kabuki brush for targeted, mess-free application. Designed for all hair types and textures, it absorbs oil, deodorizes with persimmon-derived tannic acid, and nourishes the scalp with tsubaki seed oil—leaving your hair feeling clean, volumized, and fresh without the gritty buildup of traditional aerosols. Lightweight, color-safe, and cleanly formulated, it’s the perfect everyday (or getaway) essential for effortlessly refreshed hair.
3. Hello Sunday The One For Your Lips SPF 50 Hydrating Clear Lip Balm, $9
This strawberry-scented lip balm does more than just look good—it actually works to defend one of the thinnest, most sun-sensitive areas of your skin. Packed with hyaluronic acid, squalane, and shea butter, it hydrates, nourishes, and soothes your lips while protecting against early signs of aging. It goes on clear, leaves a glossy (but never sticky) finish, and is the perfect throw-it-in-your-bag essential for wherever the day takes you.
4. DIBS Beauty GlowTour Duo, $38
Channel serious celestial vibes with GlowTour—the double-ended blush and contour stick that gives you out-of-this-world shimmer and ultra-creamy definition in just a flick of the wrist. With four new stellar shades, it’s never been easier to get that effortless, radiant glow.
5. Kopari Vacation Ready SPF Vault, $125
This is the ultimate sun protection bundle you’ll want to pack for every getaway. It includes four full-size SPF bestsellers for face and body, each offering broad-spectrum UVA/UVB protection with lightweight, skin-loving formulas that leave you glowing—not greasy. From mists to sticks to daily face protection, this set has you covered from head to toe—and it all comes in a chic, limited-edition diamond knit bag so you’re never without your sun essentials.
6. KMS CONSCIOUSSTYLE Beach Style Creme ,$27
Made with upcycled seaweed, this lightweight crème gives you that effortlessly tousled, just-back-from-the-beach texture—without the stiffness. It provides weightless hydration, airy volume, and a soft, touchable hold that works for all hair types, whether you’re rocking short hair or longer layers. Perfect for creating beachy, windswept styles any time of year.
7. Excoceuticals EXO Sun After-Sun Treatment, $159
If you’re serious about protecting your skin after sun exposure, EXO SUN™ AFTER SUN TREATMENT is a game-changer. It combines the power of eXo³ and aloe³ exosomes to hydrate, calm, and repair, helping to boost collagen and hyaluronic acid production while reducing redness and irritation. This isn’t your average after-sun product—it’s real skincare science working to keep your skin looking its best.
8. PosheEra Shave Kit, $109
Shaving just got a whole lot easier. This patented design features a friction-fit handle that’s actually made to be easy to grip and easy to use—no awkward angles, no irritation, and no struggling to reach those tricky spots. Just a smooth, effortless shave every time.
9. Jones Road The Bronzer, $38
The Bronzer is a silky, sheer, and buildable powder that instantly warms up your skin. You can use it to add a natural-looking glow or even for a little color correction. It comes in eight versatile shades. Just sweep it on the areas the sun would naturally hit—your forehead, cheeks, and the bridge of your nose. You can even dust a little on your neck to seamlessly blend your face to your body.
10. Tower 28 SOS Daily Rescue Facial Spray with Hypochlorous Acid, $12
Meet your skin’s new secret weapon. This award-winning daily facial spray is powered by hypochlorous acid—a naturally occurring ingredient that calms irritation, soothes redness, and defends against harmful bacteria. 100% natural, derm-tested, and safe even for sensitive skin, it’s the ultimate super hydrator to keep your skin calm, clear, and glowing every day. Perfect for after sun and on the plane.
Read some of my other beauty posts like Pro-Aging Beauty: Makeup That Helps You Get Your Glow Back and 11 of The Best Creams To Try for Skin Barrier Repair.
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