Summer Beauty Essentials You Need Right Now

This post is sponsored by Babbleboxx.

My beauty routine changes drastically once summer hits. I always feel as though my skin and makeup needs shift and that I need more beauty essentials at my fingertips.

Today, you’ll learn about 8 summer beauty essentials you need right now in your purse, travel bag, beach tote, and cosmetic bag!

1. A Foot File

Dry, cracked feet are not cute. Sometimes, I let mine go in the winter when no one sees them except the insides of my socks, but in the summer, I can’t do that.

And I always get super dry, hard spots on the pads of my big toes, on the balls on my feet, and my heels. It seems to happen in the blink of an eye in summer because I constantly walk around in bare feet! This electronic foot file by Amopé ™ (which means “love my feet” in Portuguese!”) gives me a pedicure on the fly!

After one use, my feet felt and looked smoother. I just used it right out of the shower (You can use it on wet or dry feet.) by rolling the finely ground diamond crystals over any rough patches on my feet.

And I LOVE that it travels well! I can get smooth feet anytime and anywhere!

*There is a special offer happening right now at Target, so take advantage while you can!

2. Lip Oil

You have to keep your lips smooth, too! The summer elements certainly dry mine out. Keep this Trust Fund Beauty Lip OIl in your tote for instant moisture and glossy shine. It’s not sticky at all, which I love, and it has a subtle vanilla scent, which I welcome any time! Plus, this summer beauty essential is clean: vegan and cruelty-free.

Bonus: You can also use it to top off any lip color for some added shine.

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3. Summery Nail Polish

I ALWAYS feel better when I wear nail polish. Trust Fund Beauty has a collection of nail lacquers that are 21-free nontoxic and all made in the USA! They have a selection of colors with the cutest names, ranging from cerulean blue (Hustle Mode) to lime green (Skinny Margarita).

I’ve also painted my daughters’ nails with these, and cannot believe they last so long! Plus, the pigmentation is really good!

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4. Binge Reads

Now, I know books are technically not beauty items, but they provide the opportunity for rest and relaxation! And R&R always makes me feel more beautiful.

Summer provides the perfect setting for binge reading, with its beach, pool, and travel days! Stock up on suspense novels for your summer reading that you won’t want to put down! (Extra R&R = summer beauty essential.)

The Girl Who Survived by Lisa Jackson and The Wife Before by Shanora Williams will give you hours of R&R, with their creepy suspense and endless twists and turns. In each binge read, women are haunted by past traumas.

Both authors are New York Times and USA Today bestselling authors!

5. Wellness Patches

We tend to be more active in summer, with endless to-do lists and fun-filled activities. Summer can really take a toll on our bodies!

I’ve been using these wellness patches by The Good Patch. Whether I need an extra boost (Wearing the B12 Awake patch that’s infused with caffeine, green tea, and Vitamin B12 helps with this.) or need to wind down after a whirlwind day (The Rescue patch infused with green tea, DHM, and Vitamin B1 helps!), I love knowing I have these plant-powered patches to turn to.

There are over 16 different varieties of The Good Patch to choose from, so there truly is one for every situation. You simply wear them on your wrist (You can barely see it on my wrist above!!), and take them off when you no longer need the benefits. Plus, you can easily toss them into your purse or travel bag!

All patches are vegan, dermatologist-tested, paraben- and cruelty-free, and made in the USA.

*Get 15% off your first order when you sign up on their site PLUS free shipping using the code FREESHIP, allowing you to try the B12 Awake & Rescue patch for just $10.20 each!

6. Hair Products to Enhance Your Natural Hair

Summer is NOT the time for tons of styling products. DAX has products you can use to keep your hair healthy and live that simple hair life in summer!

I enjoy using DAX for Naturals Protein Treatment, which revitalizes, moisturizes, strengthens, and nourishes my strands by way of Broccoli Seed Oil, Black Jamaican Caster Oil, and other essential oils. Plus, this mask protects my hair from free radicals!

After use, I feel way less of a need to pile on the hairspray and leave-in conditioners. It makes summer hair-styling effortless!

But if I do need any styling product, I reach for DAX for Naturals Styling Pomade, which is super lightweight. It instantly and easily tames any unruliness in my ‘do.

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7. Matte Moisturizer SPF

It’s so important to wear SPF year-round, but it is especially important in the summer. I’ve been using PREVENTION+® daily matte moisturizer Broad Spectrum SPF 30 by Image Skincare to protect my face from the sun and keep shine at bay. It’s super lightweight (but still provides ample hydration), and also has antioxidant benefits to help protect against environmental elements!

Plus, it is formulated without parabens, phthalates, mineral oils, artificial fragrances, synthetic dyes or animal testing.

*Use code Follow15 for 15% off.

8. Hydrating Facial Mist

To invigorate my skin before, during, and after it faces environmental stressors, I love spritzing Vital C hydrating facial mist, also by Image Skincare. I can never get enough Vitamin C for my skin, which is an awesome antioxidant.

This mist is perfect for using as a pre-makeup primer, makeup setter, and any-time refresher. The citrus scent really revives me and keeps my skin looking fresh all day!

*Use code Follow15 for 15% off.

Summer Beauty Essentials You Need Right Now: Final Thoughts

All of these items have helped me this summer. Summer requires fun, bright nails, lots of rest and relaxation, optimal skincare and haircare, and extra energy. Be sure to stock up on these essentials while you can!