Pack An Organic Beauty Bag For Summer Fun

With summer in full swing, it's a great time to think about how to make sure you're remaining planet-friendly, even in the hottest months of the year. Thanks to the natural skincare trends, there are a ton of amazing, gentle products on the market, perfect for your beach bag. From sunscreen, to lip balm, to sunless tanning products, these are often a better buy than chemical-based products. Not only are they environmentally friendly, but they will keep your skin looking its best clear into fall. And thanks to advances in skincare science, the goopy, thick, organic products of the past are a distant memory. 

We rounded up some of our favorite summer must-haves, including some pops of color bold enough to make a margarita jealous! 

Coola SPF Spray

Not only is the delivery method mess-free and convenient, but this sunscreen leaves you smelling like a delicious vacation. This sunscreen comes in mango, pina colada, and an unscented variety. The organic formula is filled with anti-oxidants, and as an added bonus, Coola manufactures their products in a solar-powered facility! 

Kiehl's Super Fluid UV Defense Sunscreen SPF 50

Kiehl's is a well-known natural brand, and this sunscreen lives up to their stellar reputation as a leader in the skincare industry. This product is lightweight, fragrance-free, paraben free, and color free—basically, its pure protection in a bottle. Unlike many other sunscreens, this one isn’t going to irritate your face or turn make-up ashy. In fact, the mattifying texture creates an excellent base for foundation!  And swimmers can rejoice, as this formula is water resistant for up to 80 minutes.

Ecco Bella Flowercolor Shimmer Dust

This gentle mineral powder is a flawless way to swipe on a pink cheek or highlight around the eyes. It comes in three colors—Silver, Champagne and Baby Pink—all suited for any skin tone. The Shimmer Dust is vegan, gluten-free, and preservative free, using only the finest of minerals to make your beautiful face glow. We love these for their versatility, as they look gorgeous as a minimal eyeshadow, add a flash of depth to décolletage, and can even be dusted over your locks for a beachy glaze.

Vapour Beauty Aura Multi Use Stain

Winner of an Allure Best of Beauty award, this multi-tasking miracle wand is a perfect way to add color to lips, cheeks, and eyes with one easy stroke. Vapour Beauty prides themselves on creating non-irritating, gentle, high quality products, suitable for any skin type (even the most sensitive!) We love the Aura Stain in Scandal—a deep, rich berry that will put an innocent flush on cheeks, or a sensual stain on lips. It’s easy to layer, so you really just need this one product to take your look from beach to bar. If you’re packing for a weekend trip, reach for this heavy hitter, some sunblock, and a sarong. You’ll be ready for anything!

Priti NYC Nail Color in Hula Girl Rose

Your nails will thank you for coating them in this vegan, cruelty free, 5-free polish. These luxurious polishes are fast drying, durable, chip resistant, and contain a UV inhibitor, protecting your manicure from the harshest summer sun. We love all their shades (there are 80!) but Hula Girl Rose, a smoky, bubblegum pink, has been our go-to pedicure since the first day of spring. Between the salt, sand, and surfing lesson, your nails are going to take a beating—why not drench them in a pretty product that won’t just make them look nice, but will actually improve nail quality?

Aveda Sun Care Protective Hair Veil

Everyone loves beach waves, but the damaging UV exposure isn’t just bad for your skin, it can destroy your hair. Spray on this naturally formulated Aveda darling and lock in protection for up to sixteen hours. The formula is light weight, non-greasy, and won’t turn your tresses into a sticky mess. Loaded with cinnamon bark oil, vitamin E, and organic essences of neroli, ylang ylang, and citrus, this delicious defender doubles as a hair perfume with an undeniably summery scent. This product is essential, especially if you have color treated hair that can fade from a day outdoors. A must-have for beach bags or gardening babes!

Honest Organic Lip Balm Trio

This set is perfect for your purse, beach bag, and office. Blended with shea butter, Tahitian Tamanu oil (rich in Omege 6 and 9!), and aloe leaf extract, these powerful balms can soothe even the driest pout. They come in three flavors: Sweet Orange Vanilla, Lavender Mine, and Purely Simple, each one deeply delicious and hydrating. Like all Honest products, they are certified organic, vegetarian, and hypoallergenic, so slather away without worrying! You’re in good hands.

Now it’s your turn! What are you summer must haves?