Hi guys!! I’m back from my 7th trip to Grenada – how crazy is that! This week I’ll be sharing a recap of my trip (including a very fun project I did with a local travel blogger). So stay tuned on Instagram for the latest!
While I was in Grenada I tried out a few new skincare products perfectly suited for a beach vacation! If you’re heading away on spring break or have a tropical trip coming up scroll down to see my top skincare products for sand & sun…
Sunglasses: Le Specs x Adam Selman Last Lolita
Bag: Urban Outfitters
The first thing that comes to mind when I’m packing my toiletries bag for a beachy vacation is obviously sunscreen (and most of the product I use below include SPF). Now, layering sunscreen doesn’t mean you’re going to have more coverage, but consistently and regularly applying does! So just keep in mind, SPF 20 + SPF 30 does not equal SPF 50.
Supergoop! Unseen Sunscreen
Supergoop’s new SFP 40 sunscreen is totally invisible, weightless and makes the perfect primer for under makeup. I used this everyday before applying any makeup and to mattify my skin when I wasn’t. Unseen protects against UVA, UVB, and blue light from your phone. The colorless, scentless, oil-free formula slips onto skin seamlessly without shine, giving you the perfect base to start the day with SPF coverage.
YourGoodSkin Balancing Skin Concentrate
Soft and silky, I use YourGoodSkin balancing skin concentrate every day after cleansing for a more even skin-tone and smooth complexion! Infused with Vitamin-C and Green tea, this left my skin feeling ultra hydrated without looking oily.
COOLA Mineral Face Matte Tint
Tinted moisturizer is my jam (and this is definitely my new favorite)! I don’t usually wear much makeup at the beach, but when I do, this (and the highlighter below) are the only two things I use. Oh yeah, it’s also SPF 30!
Milk Makeup Highlighter Stick
Give your sunkissed tan a little extra glow with this bronze highlighter stick. Apply their creamy formula above your cheekbones, down your nose and on your brow bone to create a dewy and soft highlight that is perfect for the beach!
COOLA Makeup Setting Spray
Okay, so you’ve got your makeup on, now keep it there! Not only is this COOLA setting spray SPF 3o, but it’s water resistance for up to 80 minutes (and made with 70% organic ingredients). Sprits throughout the day to keep your skin protected and your makeup in place. Psst…even if you’re not wearing makeup this is a weirdly fun way to remind yourself to reapply SPF.
YourGoodSkin Energizing Facial Scrub
After spending a day swimming in the ocean and laying in the sand I love the refreshing feel of a good facial scrub. YourGoodSkin energizing scrub gently removing all the salt and products left behind from a long day at the beach – leaving skin feeling bright, fresh, and clean!
Drunk Elephant Protini Polypeptide Cream
I’ve officially become a Drunk Elephant super fan and am loving their new product! Perfect for daily use and even better for replenishing sun kissed skin. Protini cream strengthens and moisturizes skin while reducing the appearance of lines and any signs of sun-damage. And if you’re a sucker for packaging, like me, you’ll really love their products!
Maui Babe After Browning Lotion
If you haven’t tried Maui Babe products you are severely missing out peeps! My friend introduced me to their browning lotion (here) in high school and I’ve been using them both ever since. This after tan lotion is for (you guessed it) after a day in the sun! It’s full of hydrating aloe vera to moisturize skin and maintain your tan even after you’ve left the beach.
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I hope you all have a sandy & sunny vacation coming up this Spring! But, if you’re not (or you just want to pregame the trip a little) check out my post on self tanners here. No one will even know you didn’t spend a week under the sun 😉
Happy Sunday and have a great week!
*Melissa
