{Post sponsored by Lunchbox but all opinions are my own}
Summer is sleeping through the 6 am alarm clock that I forgot to disable, eating ice cream before dinner, and night swimming past my kids’ bedtime. Those all-too-short 2 1/2 months of summer break are always spent exploring, creating memories together and enjoying some much-needed downtime in anticipation of the coming school year.
Living in Southern California means we are often close enough to see the ocean. Sometimes, the marine layer is such that I can feel the salty breeze on my face as I walk out of our house in the mornings. We admittedly never spend enough time there, but several times throughout the summer, we’ll pack up a bag and spend an afternoon building sandcastles and chasing waves.
Despite the fact that my kids are old enough not to require what often amounted to a small section of my house when we ventured to the outside world, I still find that a few essential make even day trips manageable. In partnership with Dove, here are my favorite Beach Bag Essentials, perfect for a day lounging around with friends or perusing the shoreline for seashells.
- A roomy, stylish beach tote: This particular tote is from Jeanne Beatrice and is spacious enough to hold all of my beach essentials.
- A large beach blanket and/or beach towels: Ideally, I like to pack both a beach blanket and towels so that we can dry off and not worry about disturbing our resting spot.
- UV-blocking sunglasses: Shades are more than just a fashion statement. Choose sunglasses that block 100% of UV rays and provide sufficient protection from the sun.
- Sunscreen: According to the American Academy of Dermatology, everybody should be wearing a broad-spectrum sunblock rated with an SPF of 30 or greater. Apply a sufficient amount, often, particularly after swimming.
- Lip balm: I always find my lips and face to be wind-burned after a day at the beach, so I always carry a moisturizing lip balm with SPF to protect them from the sun and elements.
- Wide-brimmed hat: Now that we know a thing or two about the sun’s rays, the chic, protective accessory you want to be wearing is a chic summer hat. Opt for one that has a wide brim and can offer some additional protection from the sun’s rays.
- Deodorant: There is something about the ocean air (the salt perhaps) that always makes me feel like I need to take a shower. Fortunately,
What is in your beach bag? I’d love to have you share your favorite items in the comments below.
Caryn is a NICU nurse by day, blogger by night and mom 24/7. She savors the warm Southern California sun and loves to travel, shopping, baking, reading and frequenting her local tea room. Caryn created the column Lavishly Green for Peekaboo Picks Magazine to share her best tips for going green in style, she is the Former editor for Family Review Network, former OC Family Magazine online contributor, former Orange County Moms Blog contributor, former Evenflo Savvy Parent contributor, former member of the Totsy Advisory Board and former freelance writer for CBS Los Angeles.Latest posts by Caryn Bailey (see all)- Discover Luxury at Sonesta Irvine: Your Ideal Staycation - August 8, 2024
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