Floral dresses, shorts and bikinis… summer spells outdoor fun. However, with the harsh sun playing spoilsport you’d much rather spend time at home than outdoors getting a tan, right? Well, don’t worry. We’ve put together the perfect summer check list, which will let you ban the tan and soak up the summer sun in style. Take notes and make sure you don’t step outside without these 10 summer essentials.
Summer hat: Save yourself from the harsh summer rays with a pretty summer hat. The bigger, the better. Plus they look super fashionable too. So you can protect yourself without compromising on your style.
Funky sunglasses: Invest in a pair of brightly coloured sunglasses to save your eyes from the heat. A good pair of aviators works great with all your summer dresses.
Lip balm: While a sunscreen protects your skin from tanning, make sure you give your lips the required TLC too. A fruity flavoured lip balm will add the perfect hint of pink to your pout.
Bag: A beach tote is the perfect accessory this summer. Make sure you invest in one with multiple pockets to store all your summer products.
Fragrance: Choose a floral fragrance this summer for instant respite from the summer heat.
Scarf: Add a printed or colour blocked scarf to your essentials list as it can double up as a sun shield too. (This is why you need a huge beach tote this season.)
Face mist: Keep a bottle of face mist handy to give your skin a quick pick me up. A potion of rose water makes for a great DIY face mist.
Flip flops: Funky colourful flip flops are the new heels this season. They are super cute, plus they also allow your feet to breathe.
Water: Eight glasses of water are a must during summer. Invest in a funky bottle, add a dash of lemon and drink up.
Sun protection: We’ve saved the best for the last. A moisturising lotion with sun protection needs to top your list of summer skin care essentials. Be sure to get your hands on a products that keeps your skin hydrated during the summer and also protects you from the harsh sun.
