Just as I swore I would, I spent this entire weekend roasting on the beach. While I enjoyed every second of not breathing, sweating, and feeling like i was going to pass out from heat exhaustion; I did not enjoy getting dry chapped lips. Which of course got me thinking about the best lip balms that are out there and some other essential beach beauty items.
Nivea A Kiss of Protection SPF 30, $ 6
I have been in love this company's lip balms since about three years ago when I discovered the original formula during the winter. Now that they have a new product for the summertime I am hooked all year round. This lip balm is infused with SPF 30, Jojoba Oil and Shea Butter, and prevents the drying effects of the sun!
Softlips Lip Protectant SPF 20, $3
Personally, I 'm not a huge fan of this lip balm. I used it this weekend and felt like my lips were a little dry. But, I know lots of people who swear by it and love that it comes in a variety of flavors. Plus, since it is so small you can fit it in any bag or pocket. It isn't sticky, offers great shine, and moisturizes with incredible SPF.
Goody StayPut Elastics $5 for a pack of 20
Nothing helped me feel cooler at the beach than being able to pull my hair up and out of my face. These scrunchies from Goody Stay Put line are fantastic because they have little grips around the whole base of the holder which helps prevent any hair (even thick hair like mine) from slipping. Unlike other scrunchies these don't snag or pull your hair when you remove them.
Hawaiian Tropic Mango After Sun Creme Lotion, $10
The spray lotion happens to be my favorite. It's convenient and manages to moisturize even really dry skin like mine. It's light, it's incredibly moisturizing, it enriches your skin to enhance your tan and combats dry patches/peeling. Best of all the mango smell makes you feel like you never left the beach. I love the whole Hawaiian Tropic line, especially their after sun care products. There's an Exotic Coconut Body Butter, for those of you that want extreme moisture. A richer Lime Coolda flavored lotion infused with aloe to help cool the skin. A vitamin enriched Burn Relief cooling gel with Lidocaine to offer immediate relief. 
Kisses!
