Good morning! It’s a gorgeous day in sunny Southern California and I’m excited to get my tan on. There’s nothing better than relaxing by the pool with a good book and some iced tea. Every girl knows there’s a routine to laying out that requires some good products and a huge hat. Here are some of my essentials:
The first thing that’s a must have is a big floppy hat. The older I get the more concerned I am about getting sun on my face, so get a fun one that looks chic and does the job. The black and straw hat above from Nordstrom is perfect.
Next, you need some protection for your face. Have you heard of B.B. creams? They’re the newest thing. Garnier makes a great version. It’s a moisturizer, brightener, foundation all in one. I love this stuff and it gives you a little coverage so you don’t feel completely makeup free, while protecting your skin at the same time. It’s really reasonable too.
Now that we’ve got the face covered, let’s move on to the body. My parents took us to Hawaii every year for vacation and I instantly got hooked on the Australian Gold products. Not too many places on the mainland used to carry it. The smell is heavenly and of course reminds me of those vacations. It comes in different levels of SPF but I prefer an 8 so I get a little color. The best part about this one is it’s a spray gel with bronzer, so you look instantly tan while you’re working on your real color.
This product is sold out all the time, which tells you it must be good. Baby Lips by Maybelline is the perfect way to gloss your lips while protecting them at the same time. Everyone I know swears by this product and collects them in every color.
How cute is this towel? Perfect for us bloggers for sure. There are a ton of cute towels and they’re very reasonable in price at Target.
So what’s left? Get yourself a great magazine, book, glass of iced tea, and of course your iPod and you’re good to go for the perfect day in the sun!
You have it all covered!! I will definitely try to get my hands on these products, especially the Baby Lips, I have heard wonderful things about it!
Can I tell you I am dying for that hat! Gorgeous!!
Hope you had a super weekend doll!
xo
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That floppy hat is gorgeous. I love floppy hats for summer time. As a matter of fact my profile photo is of me facing sideways and wearing a gorgeous floppy hat. All the products sound great too. =)
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That towel is so cute. Wish I could say it was sunny weather here in Spain, but unusually it’s not 🙁
Have a lovely week Sweets xx
I never tried these products! Great info! But I will look into since I will move to Australia the sun is always there!:)
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I got my sun on today, too! Newport Beach was fabulous today. My essentials are a stack of magazines, my iPad for music and the occasional Twitter check, Coppertone 8 for the face and chest, Laura Mercier lip balm w/sunscreen and a thirsty Fresco towel.
Great items, yes…..gotta love the sun! And that towel is a kick! Thanks for sharing! Have a great Sunday! 🙂
I have not seen the BB Cream however it seems amazing Kori. I so want some…Where can you find it at? Cute post btw 🙂
I have to try some of these products…they are all new to me! Thanks, Kori!
XO,
Jane
Some great finds! I’m all about that Maybelline Baby Lips and that beach towel from target is too funny! 🙂
That is the perfect floppy hat. MUST get one asap!
I love bb cream! I have some from Estee lauder and it’s wonderful.
I’m wishing it was beach weather here in Jersey! Cute things that are definitely necessary once the summer comes!