With summer in full force, many of us will be hitting the beach at some point this year. Whether you’re staying in the city or up at the cottage you’ll want to make sure to take some beach beauty essentials with you!
{Shoppers Drug Mart Beach Beauty Essentials}
When hitting the beach you don’t want to be loaded down with a bunch of products – better to keep room on your beach bag for fun stuff like books, magazines or frisbees!
Shoppers Drug Mart is an amazing one stop shop for all your beach beauty essentials! Here are a few things I think you should pack with you for a day of fun in the sun.
Sunscreen
Obviously sunscreen is an ESSENTIAL! I can’t stress the importance of wearing sun protection daily, but especially when you’ll be out in the sun all day. Apply sunscreen generously at least 30 minutes before exposure to the sun and be sure to re-apply often throughout the day; especially after sweating or swimming. Try: Sunthera 3 Sheer Lotion ($10.99).
Sunglasses
Speaking of sun protection, be sure to bring along those sunglasses! This is one of the beach beauty essentials you definitely can’t leave home without. Your eyes are especially sensitive to the sun’s rays so be sure you’re protecting those precious peepers! Choose from a variety of Stylize Sunglasses ($14.99 – $22.99).
Cleansing Cloths
You might not think of cleansing cloths on the list of beauty beach essentials but these handy wipes are perfect for a day at the beach. Not only do they work to fix makeup mishaps, but they’re a great way to refresh yourself on a hot day. Use them on your hands and feet too for sand that’s hard to remove. Try: Life Brand 3-in-1 Cleansing Cloths ($8.99).
Hair Elastics
Nothing can be more annoying than a windy day at the beach with your hair in your face. Be sure to have a bunch of hair elastics handy so you’re not spending your time removing hair from your eyes or your mouth! Pick up the Stylized No Snag Hair Elastics ($7.49).
Lipstick
For me, lipstick is definitely on my beach beauty essentials list! Just because you’re enjoying the outdoors doesn’t mean you can have fun with makeup too! Pick a lipstick or gloss that’s easy to apply and comfortable to wear on your lips. Try: any of the Joe Fresh lip products (prices vary).
Nail Polish
Here’s another product you might be wondering about. I included this on my list of essentials for the beach because I think spending the day outdoors and by the water is a great opportunity for a quick nail touch up! Obviously this activity is likely weather dependent – unless you’re going for the textured look! Try Quo By Orly polishes ($9.99)
Oil Blotting Sheets
When you’re spending your day outdoors, you’re likely to get a little bit shiny. While some shine is nice for that natural looking glow, being able to see someone’s reflection in your forehead is never ideal; especially if you’ll likely be taking beach selfies! Instead of lugging around a powder for touch ups, oil blotting sheets are the perfect way to get rid of excess oil with ease. Check out Life Clear Action Oil Absorbing Sheets ($7.79).
So there you have it, a list of some of my beach beauty essentials! What are your beach essentials?
You can conveniently pick up all these products (and many more!) at your local Shoppers Drug Mart.
To make a day at the beach easier for you, I’ve got a $75 Shoppers Drug Mart gift card up for grabs! Please enter only if you’re able to use the card!
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For me it’s lip balm with SPF in it. I do not want sunburnt lips!
I am so pale, sunscreen is def my summer essential! Don’t wanna get burnt! Thanks for the chance!
Sunscreen and sunglasses!!!
My summer essential is 60 SPF sunscreen to protect my skin from the hot sun!
Sunscreen is a must!
My beauty essentials are: glasses, hat, sunscreen and a hair elastic
Sunscreen is the most important, also for your lips
sunscreen a towel a good big towel
My beach essential is sunscreen because I’m a pale redhead!!
My beach essential is sunscreen and a hat as protecting my skin from sun damage is very important to me.
My beach essential is moisturizer! The sun dries out my skin head to toe!
Sunscreen! Helps moisturize AND protect.
Sunscreen, lip balm and a hat are my summer essentials!! This blonde doesn’t want a burnt scalp, or burnt skin!!
Lots of sunscreen, waterproof eyeliner, baseball cap and avene water spray
My beach beauty essential is spf lip balm becasue my lips tend to get really dry wehn I am out in the sun.
Suncreen, sunglasses, lip balm, hat, water and a book are my top items.
Mine is softlips lip balm. They get so burnt and dry.
I always bring a spa water spritzer for my face. to keep it moist and cool.
A hat and sunscreen for sure:)
No.1 summer essential is sunscreen spf50 and sunglasses!
high SPF moisturizer, sunscreen
Sunscreen is very important. I don’t want to get a sunburn or have my skin look wrinkled/discolored or even have skin cancer
My beach beauty essential is definitely sunscreen! It’s so important to stay sun safe!
My moisturizer with spf is a must!
I would bring sunscreen because I don’t want to burn
Sunscreen and lipgloss.
sunscreen to protect the skin and water to stay hydrated!!
My beach essentials are sunscreen and a hat – to protect the skin
I must have my sunscreen on my face. I had surgery on my nose to remove some cancer last October! I’m working on having sunglasses and a hat too…
essentials include the sunscreen, lipbalm and water.
My beach essential is sunscreen! So important to protect your skin!
My essentials are sunscreen, hat, sunglasses, lip balm with spf
My essentials are water, sunscreen, and a hat. I’ve got to stay hydrated and protected!
My essentials for the beach is facial sea mist spray , my mister with lemon juice in it for my hair,. and my sunglasses and cool beach hat. The why is simple the facial spray keeps my face glowing and hydrated. The lemon juice is to highlight my hair . My sunglasses and hat keep my eyes and head safe from the sun . Rafflecopter name is Carey Hurst
My beach essentials are sunglasses and lipstick. My eyes are sensitive to light so I always wear sunglasses and I rarely go out without lipstick I just feel dressed when I am wearing it!
I have to have sunscreen so I don’t get a bad sunburn!
My beach essentials include a cute sun hat, an SPF balm, a stick sunblock for my nose and hands (gotta touch up!) and a bit of refreshing mist to keep cool. Loved this post!! xx
Definitely sunscreen. I would fry like a piece of bacon without it!
Sunscreen. Got to protect the skin
For me, sunscreen and lip balm. I hit Mexico near Christmas last year, and got some great Life brand sunscreen (30 AND 60), and didn’t get sunburnt AT ALL. My fiance, however didn’t reapply (naughty!) so he got a sunburn. I had life brand aloe, though, he had some respite!
My beauty beach essential is a hat to keep the sun off my head.
My must have for the beach…and I’m going to Wasaga Beach for 2 weeks this month…are good sunscreen and a fantastic HAT!
A great SPF and sunglasses are my essentials! I’m really liking the Shiseido wet force SPF
My essential is the La Roche Posay Ultra-Fluid Sunscreen Lotion SPF 60 from Shoppers Drug Mart. It is so light on the face, non-greasy, & such wonderful new product for summer!
My beach essential is sunscreen , I need it to keep my skin from burning.
Hey Elaine!! I definitely use a good sunscreen, one that offers good protection but does not irritate my sensitive skin!
Sunscreen & a hat!
My beach essentials are sunscreen, shades, water and beach umbrella.
My beach beauty essential is sunscreen. I want to keep my skin looking young for as long as possible!
my essential is the sunscreen to avoid getting burn.
cool shades and sunscreen!
Sun screen and a big hat!!!
My beach body essentials are, sunscreen, a big hat and hair elastics to keep my hair up and out of the way
Sunscreen and a big floppy hat so I don’t tan my face too much!
lip balm , my lips get really dry when im out in the sun and also sunscreen
A big blanket so we can sit and have lunch on the beach.
I have to have a big floppy hat to keep my head cool as I don’t really enjoy the heat
A good book to read is #1!
Sunscreen and lots of water.
My beach beauty essential is sunscreen – need to protect the skin were in
essentials are sunscreen and a hat
my essential is sunglasses, I can not enjoy the beach if I can’t see anything
My beach essential is sunscreen to keep my skin from burning.
My beach essential sunscreen!!
I need at least a 30 sunscreen and a great book!
i always have mascara, suncreen and my sunglasses of course
Number one item is sunscreen. I never tan my face, so I use an even higher number there. A lip balm (preferably one with SPF) is also a must! Taking care of my skin is very important to me.
Hair elastics for me. I like to be active and hate having my hair in my face or have my hair blow around when I am out.
HAIR IN THE LIP GLOSS. I have this problem constantly, I guess because Calgary is so windy. Also, I wear sunscreen or BB cream with sunscreen every day, even in the winter.
My beauty essential would be sunscreen and a good lip balm. I’m very very very very fair so I can’t go outside with a decent sunscreen.
for sure sunscreen, so I can make sure that my skin is protected and looks amazing for years to come
My beach beauty essential is sunscreen so I can protect my skin.
Definitely sunscreen because without it I burn which makes the beach no fun!
My beauty essential has always been sunscreen.
I’m fair, so my beauty essential is always sunscreen, preferably factor 40 or above.
Definitely sunscreen!!
My beach beauty essential is loads of sunscreen as I am very fair and burn like crazy.
My beach beauty essential is sunblock for lips..I had my lips burnt once..never again
My essential is sunscreen. It’s so important to protect against sun damage
My beach beauty essential is sunscreens
Definitely a great sunscreen, as I burn easily and want to protect my skin!
If I’m going to the beach, I never leave home without sunscreen. My skin is top priority! cheers
Ombrelle Sunscreen is my beach essential because I burn easily and it absorbs so well
Mine is sunscreen especially for my face because I want to look young for as long as possible!
Definitely sunscreen!
My beach beauty essential is my sunscreen and my hat.
My essential is lots of sunscreen we use a lot and hair elastics.
My beach beauty essential is sunscreen. As a blonde who ignored warnings as a child, I take care to protect my skin.
I’m not a beach person, so i guess a cabin would be an essential
Definitely Sunscreen and Sunglasses are my beauty essential. We need to take care of our skin and eyes!!
Definitely some anti frizz spray to keep my beach wave frizz free
My beauty essentials for summer is sunscreen and waterproof mascara!
Really strong sunscreen is a must for me and my fair skin.
SPG 60 at least for the beach…and reapply …:-)
great contest an wonderful summer products to help us enjoy it all
Sunscreen SPF 30 is essential
My beach beauty essential is sunscreen! A sunburn is never beautiful!
Cant go to the beach without spf 60 sunscreen and 30 spf lip balm!
For me it is self tanners!! So many great ones out there on the market best to be safe thanwith a fake tan!!
I never go anywhere without mascara
What a great prize to win. Lip balm and sunscreen are a must when i go the beach. Thank you for this opportunity.
Sunscreen with a high SPF and moisturizer are my essential;s.
My beach body essentials are my lip balm, sunscreen and moisturizer
BB cream with SPF to protect my face.
I never leave home without sunscreen on and extra in my bag. I am fair skinned and burn easily, so I want to protect my skin the best I can.
Chapstick with spf so my lips don’t burn!
Lipbalm is my necessity because my lips burn very quickly!
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Sunscreen and lipgloss are my summer essentials/
Sunscreen is my summer essential and sometimes mosquito spray depending on the location.
My CC cream with spf as I burn so easily!
Mine is sunscreen and lip balm.
Besides sunscreen to protect my skin, I love a lip balm with SPF to protect my lips from getting dry and damaged! Blistex makes good ones in different flavours
I use sunscreen every day and I exclusively buy it at SDM as they have the largest selection for my whole family!
Definitely Ombrelle sunscreen and Sun Bum SPF lip balm! Sun protection is a must!
My essential is moisturizer!
My is essential is lip balm and skin cream. My skin is so dry I can’t live without both of these.
My must have is sunblock, usually two kinds, one for my face and one for the rest of me.
Mine is most definitely sunscreen! For obvious reasons haha
For me, it’s absolutely SPF and a lip balm – also SPF if possible
I’m so pale that I burn soooo fast, so if I’m going to be in the sun for any amount of time I have to keep SPF close.
Sunglasses, sunscreen and my hat and I am beach ready
sunscreen & a hat first and foremost; secondly, bandaids for blisters from all the walking and exploring
My #1 beach beauty essential is sun glasses. I have sensitive eyes and I need to wear them, plus the sun protection of the SPF lenses.
My beach beauty essential is a tinted moisturizer with SPF because I want to look flawless, but still have protection!
I think you pretty well covered all the basis but if I had to pick one it would be sunglasses. Protection 1st?
Nail polish! I am with you girl. I love doing my nails while on a deck with friends or sitting by a lake! It’s like the best of both worlds, chilling and prettying!