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I hope you’re ready for how jealous everyone gets when they see that your beach blanket has no sand on it (because it literally repels it).

As a resident writer on the BuzzFeed Shopping team, I can't believe that I get to search the internet to help you find the best, most unique, life-changing products for my job.

Psst — a lot of reviewers mentioned this also helped prevent peeling and itching!

Promising review: "I bought this product to take on our vacation. I am so glad I did. I got burnt on my lower legs and tops of my feet. I thought I had put enough sunscreen on. I didn't. That night, I woke with my legs and feet both burning and itching. The instant I put this on, I had relief. OMG, I cannot say enough about this stuff. Buy it. Keep it on hand. Great product. Thank you, Burt's Bees!" —D.S. 

Promising review: "I’ve been buying these for years. They replaced my Ray-Bans that look identical! Fit great and with the price point, I don’t have to worry too much with my kids and being on the go!" —Jessica M

Get a pack of three from Amazon for $12.99+ (available in seven 3-pack sets, as well as two-packs and individual pairs). 

Promising review: "BEST SANDALS EVER. I wore these sandals every single day on a 16-day European vacation. I was in the water, streets, sand, and even hiking in these shoes and felt nothing but comfort. Being able to wear something transitional between the water and land was perfect for this trip. The adjustable velcro band stayed fully functional and is still as strong as new. These are by far the best sandals I've ever had." —Jackie Beauvaise

Get it from Amazon for $37.13+ (available in women's sizes 5–11 and 36 styles). 

Promising review: "These are perfect for the one-item sink cleaning that occurs when traveling. I highly recommend it for those travel excursions where you want to clean one or two clothing items." —LIFE_COMPOSED 

Get a pack of three (with three mini loads each) from Amazon for $6.98. 

Promising review: "I wasn’t sure what to expect with buying a hat that’s half the price of my usual Wallaroo hats. The hat arrived pretty compressed, and I was worried that it might not regain its shape, but it did! It’s very good quality, comfortable, and looks attractive. I actually like it better than my Wallaroos because it’s a tad smaller and just feels more proportional. I’m going to buy more colors and back-ups. Good hat at a good price." —LPF

Get it from Amazon for $25.99 (available in three sizes and 12 colors). 

Cliganic is a small business that specializes in all-natural personal care products. 

Check out a TikTok of the mosquito-repelling bracelets in action. 

Promising review: "I moved last year from Southern California to North Carolina. Bugs of all types have always been attracted to me but the amount of bites I got last summer was WILD. Someone gave me one of these types of bracelets to use one day and it seemed to work SOOOOOO I decided to buy myself an arsenal to prepare for this summer. I read the reviews and about 99% of them had great results. I've only used this bracelet twice but both times I was outside and un-touched. Delivery was very quick so that was a plus. I'm not fond of the smell, I'm hyper sensitive to smells, but I'd rather have the odor than being chewed alive." —Tracey Agopian

Get a ten-pack from Amazon for $9.49 (also available in packs of 25, 50 and 100). 

Bug Bite Thing is a family-owned small business established in 2017 that specializes in bug bite relief products. 

This works on mosquitoes, bees, wasps, biting flies, sea lice, and more.

Promising review: "I cannot stress to you enough how much better this simple little tool has made my quality of life during summer in Ohio. It rains a lot. There are a lot of mosquitoes. I have horrific allergic reactions to mosquito bites. We're talking bumps swelling to the width of softballs within minutes of the bite. This tool doesn't make those bumps go away, but it stops the itch IMMEDIATELY. I was a huge skeptic; how could a little suction cure this agonizingly itchy allergic reaction? I'll be honest. I still really don't know how it does, but it provides instant relief that no pill, cream, or injection ever has ever achieved for me. If you live anywhere where insect bites are common, you need to own one of these." —Customer

Get it from Amazon for $9.97+ (available in six colors).

But if Cheirosa 62, which is a yummy scent mix of pistachio, vanilla, and salted caramel, is not your thing, there are also three other beloved scent profiles to choose from that range from sweet, floral, or woodsy! 

Promising review: "Lately, I've been wanting to find a signature fragrance versus just smelling clean. I tried several perfumes, including high-end ones, and they just didn't seem to be a good fit with my body chemistry, or the smells just seemed to disappear. About a month ago, several ladies mentioned this brand on a group page, and I decided to give it a shot. I've been testing it for a couple of weeks now, and I am shook! It smells soooo good, and EVERY TIME I wear it (especially if I layer the products in this set), I get complimented. EVERY SINGLE TIME! And my husband, who never notices when I wear fragrances, immediately came up to me, hugged me, buried his nose into my neck, and told me I smelled amazing!" —LvrofAllThingsArt

Get it from Amazon for $34 (available in four scents). 

Promising review: "This was a great addition to our tent. It kept sand off our bags, cooler, and chairs. It’s lightweight and comes in its own bag that is easy to carry and put away. It’s worth the cost — the only thing I am going to get for our next beach trip is a little brush to wipe away the sand that gets on it when someone comes back from the beach with sand on their feet." —J. Crouch 

Get it from Amazon for $34.95 (available in five prints/colors). 

Promising review: "This is a great product and gift for a beach lover. Works great and is a decent size for brushing away the sand after an amazing day at the beach! Going to buy it as a gift!! Easy to use and affordable!" —Sue Krauser

Get it from Amazon for $9.99 (available in six animal prints and in sets of two or three). 

And you can also use them to transport dirty laundry while on trips or shoes!

Promising review: "These are my best value summer purchase. I take my kids to the splash park all summer long and these come in so handy for their wet clothes. It's waterproof, roomy, and a cute alternative to using a plastic bag." —Brenda

Get a set of two from Amazon for $19.95 (available in 32 prints/colors and also available in singles). 

Promising review: "Awesome bag! Roomy enough to fit your phone, sunscreen, and lip gloss. It's the perfect size to keep your essentials together in whatever larger bag you're using. Super cute "sun' design/label and extra bonus that it is waterproof." —LAF616

Get it from Amazon for $8.99+ (available in 18 styles). 

FYI, depending on your situation, water may be enough to rehydrate you! Read more about electrolyte-enhanced drinks and hydration at Cleveland Clinic. 

Promising review: "Love them. Tastes exactly like melted Firecracker Popsicle. My boyfriend and I have tried my Liquid IV flavors and this is one of our favorites. It is definitely sweet, so if that's not your thing you might not like it." —Samantha McClain

Get a 16-pack from Amazon for $23.62 (also available in 16 other flavors).  

Promising review: "Love this product! I work out on the go so I’m always in need of water bottle, but I hate carrying a big one around all the time. This bottle is a nice size to use while running/walking (lightweight and easy to carry), it doesn’t leak like most plastic bottles, and it’s easy to roll/fold up and store in a bag after you’re done. Overall great design and functionality. 10/10." —LaMonica

Get it from Amazon for $17.99+ (available in six colors and multicolor two-packs). 

Promising review: "I thought I was buying another cheap pair of earbuds to get me through vacation. I was so wrong. First, these earbuds have WIRELESS CHARGING! No more worrying about where that charging cord is! Second, these things are WATERPROOF!! I lost the left one in the pool and shook it out, and it started playing again like normal (it also floated on the top of the water)! Third, they charge so fast and the battery last so long! FOURTH, the little squeegy ear protectors are soooo nice! A few different ones for you to choose a size that works for you. BEST FIND ALL YEAR!" —tom burton 

Get it from Amazon for $24.66+ (available in nine colors). 

Promising review: "I bought this to use as a beach bag on a trip to the lake. It is very lightweight but durable. The straps are thick and held up even when I had it stuffed with my husband's things and mine. The design is super cute, and I love the color. It has a nice smaller pocket on the inside to keep lady products or credit cards, lip balm, etc. There is a pocket on the side that you can put a water bottle in or slide your phone in for ease of access. Great choice for a quick getaway or beach day." —Haley

Get it from Amazon for $14.24+ (available in 25 styles). 

Promising review: "I’ve been wanting a sturdy and cute beach bag that was not mesh and or a basic tote. This is it! It comes with a dry bag for a phone. The handles are thick. The iridescent color looks so cool in the sun, and it’s the perfect size. I fit two towels, a sunscreen bag, two changes of clothes, a speaker, goggles, and snacks. With extra room too. I love the new silver-black color, but this purple was on sale, so I went for it. Matches perfectly with my black swimsuit." —Daniela G 

Get it from Amazon for $79.99+ (available in seven styles). 

Promising review: "I used these all summer at the pool to hold towels on the chairs. Towels stayed put, even on very windy days. They seem very strong as all them held up, even after everyday use. Great price, and they look very cute." —TB

Get a 16-pack from Amazon for $9.99 (also available in an eight-pack).

Check out a TikTok of the Airy Sunstick Smoothing Bar in action. 

Note that the AAD recommends using at least SPF 30 and reapplying as needed for skin protection. You can read about sunscreen myths and facts from dermatologists for more information! 

OMG, I just treated myself to this because Costco was having a great deal and I'M HOOKED. I had been wearing Black Girl Sunscreen for years, but didn't like how oily my skin would get by the afternoon. I was also v interested in trying out a stick sunscreen. I first started with this Neutrogena one, and y'all — it had me breaking out horribly. So, when I saw the deal on this and all the glowing reviews, I decided to go for it, and it's hands-down the best sunscreen I've ever used. The curved design is everything! It doesn't seem like that valuable of a feature, but the Neutrogena one was just a straight stick, and it would get so annoying to apply when I'd tried to work around my nose creases or anywhere that's curved on your face. And the formula — BAY-BEEEE, ugh, it's actually matte, and I've noticed over the time I've been using it, my face is way less oily by the afternoon. I'm so happy I tried this out!

Promising review: "NO WHITE CAST! I've been looking for a stick sunscreen, and this was just exactly what was needed!! I'm a medium-toned Black woman, and looking for something without a white cast is always a challenge. I have applied it on my bare skin, and there isn't a white cast at all! It's a 'soft matte' finish, for sure, and looks like natural skin. Like you're not wearing anything at all." —Martina

Get it from Amazon for $16.37 (also available in a pack of two and a glowing formula). 

And did I mention that it can last for up to ~12 hours~ and survive every sand castle build, cannonball, and underwater handstand you throw at it?!

Check out a TikTok of the sunscreen stickers in action. 

Promising review: "After yet another bad sunburn even though I'm trying VERY HARD to keep sunscreen on, I bought these. First use was at Disneyland on a 90-degree zero clouds day. This helped so much! I kept an eye (as did my friends) on the dot so we all knew when to reapply sunscreen and not one of us got burned. I also used these on a weeklong hiking adventure in Utah where it was also in the 90s with an extreme UV index. None of us got burned, so all in all this is one of the best inventions!" —Catherine Shock

Get a 16-count from Amazon for $16.49 (also available in a pack of two or three). 

Promising review: "These have been brilliant to use, draped around my neck on the long walk back to my car after gym workouts. They are lightweight and perform exactly as described. I’ve even been able to work in my yard in the Florida summer heat for the first time in years. Affordable and well worth the money." —Kim Pinson

Get a set of four from Amazon for $15.99+ (available in 12 multicolor combos). 

Promising review: "This neck fan is awesome!!! It fits comfortably around the neck and is very lightweight. Love that the vents are all the way around so you feel the cold air around your whole neck. Cools you down quickly. Would buy again!!! If you are reading this... Do not hesitate to buy this, get one now before they run out." —Kathy Jones

Get it from Amazon for $29.99+ (available in eight colors).

Alleyoop is a woman-owned small business that specializes in functional makeup products. 

Promising review: "I absolutely love this portable razor! It’s so convenient, especially when you forget to shave and need a quick touch-up. The kit comes with two razor heads, a spray bottle, and a shaving bar to help keep your skin smooth. It's TSA-approved, so you can even bring it on airplanes without worry! Plus, you can purchase replacement razor heads and the shaving bar when needed." —Life As Cerena

Get it from Amazon for $17+ (available in pink or blue and refill packs).

Psst — check out all of Alleyoop's other travel-friendly products for more clever options! 

BodyGlide is a small business that specializes in chafe-preventing personal care products. 

Promising review: "I was so excited to get a new pair of my favorite brand of summer sandals, but the first time I wore them, they ripped up my heels. Since they were not returnable and I wasn't about to trash them, I was desperate and gave this balm a try. It worked beautifully! I applied the balm liberally to each of my heels when I put my shoes on, and the back of my foot/heels were protected all day long! I can't say enough positive things about this product." —Guerra-Diaz 

Get it from Amazon for $8.99 (also available in a gift set).

Promising review: "TikTok told me this compared to Lululemon, and it’s true, it is. Love this little bag! And the price — you can’t beat it." —Jolie

BuzzFeeder Elizabeth Lilly also owns this — she packed it as her only bag for a trip to busy trip to Iceland in 2023, and not only did it hold a ton and keep her hands free, it easily fit around her waist over her outerwear. It's still holding up two years later — she also used it for a Panama trip, where it fared well from airports to hanging bridges to a sunrise hiking trip to the top of Panama's only volcano! 

Get it from Amazon for $9.97+ (available in 30 colors). 

Promising review: "It’s lovely. They call it a cover-up, but I wore it with dress pants and a white shell top. I received several compliments. I have purchased a few more in different colors. Nice and long. Comfortable. Seems durable so far. Don’t wear it for warmth though, — it might protect from sun or a slight breeze, but it is more for looks than warmth." —MAC

Get it from Amazon for $8.49+ (available in women's sizes S–5X and 48 styles). 

Promising review: "Perfect towel for the gym, travel, and more! I have two of these towels, a large one and a small one. I live on a boat, where space is limited, and the fact that these towels fold up incredibly small is my favorite thing! My second favorite thing is how fast they dry when hung up, so that I can store them away without having to wait hours and hours for them to dry in my compartment. I use the small towel at the gym, and it is super absorbent and super lightweight, I usually forget it is on me. Fantastic towel, definitely recommend." —Sam the Man

Get it from Amazon for $20.99+ (available in 16 colors and six sizes). 

Check out a TikTok of the dry shampoo in action. 

Promising review: "Will be buying again!! This is a fantastic product. I have incredibly thin hair that gets very oily very easily. This is the first product that I’ve tried that actually works! I am so very happy!" —NaNa KeKe

Get it from Amazon for $13.59+ (available in two scents, a refill option and in a pack of two or three).

Promising review: "Perfect for chasing a toddler around all day! LOVE. LOVE. LOVE. So comfortable and easy to wear, I have four different colors now." —Ashley N Ballard

Get it from Amazon for $19.99 (available in women's sizes XS–XXL and 24 colors). 

VIS Paradise Goods is a Florida-based Etsy shop established in 2021 that specializes in personalized and sustainable goods. 

Promising review: "This is perfect! I constantly have my hands full, and now I can comfortably carry my coffee with me everywhere I go. I will be purchasing more!" —Erin

BuzzFeed Shopping writer Emma Lord has one of these babies and says: "Psst — I own one of these myself and love it for the convenience of texting on the go! These even have a holder for a straw if you happen to get iced coffee or bubble tea and don't want to stick the straw into the drink just yet. I've found this to be very sturdy and easy to use, plus they're a fun conversation starter — people always want to know where I got it! 

Get it from VIS Paradise Goods on Etsy for $17.54+ (originally $21.93+; available in 14 colors and dozens of design options).

Promising review: "These pants are so great! Cute and comfy. Lots of pockets. Breathable for hiking or for travel, even in the summer. Not at all see-through. I bought them for an upcoming trip, and they fit me perfectly. Don't let the elastic waist scare you off. They don't look frumpy; with the shirt untucked, you would think they have a waistband. These are exactly the casual khaki pants I've been looking for. Hurrah!" —CB

Get them from Amazon for $35.61+ (available in women's regular sizes XS–XL and petite sizes XS–XXL).

Promising review: "After enduring the Texas heat and realizing my car lacked backseat vents, I decided to invest in this. This purchase has been nothing short of a game changer. The fan's 360-degree rotatable design ensures that my four-year-old receives ample airflow, eliminating any discomfort from the heat. The speed regulation allows me to adjust the fan's intensity according to the day's temperature, and the ease of setup means it's perfectly tailored for any vehicle. No more sweaty backseat rides; my child can now enjoy a cool and comfortable journey, even on the hottest days." —Ruth

Get it from Amazon for $29.99 (also available in nine other styles). 

Promising review: "I bought these shoes a couple of years ago before a river hike. UM THESE ARE AWESOME. These shoes feel like socks but with enough of a sole that you can walk on gravel with no problem. It really is like walking barefoot. Also, these are the only water shoes that I have worn that do NOT let a bunch of debris into the shoe making you constantly have to take it off to empty it or just deal with the irritant. You can play on the beach with minimal sand stuck between your toes. Thoroughly impressed by that. So with that, I do recommend if you are a half size to size down so they are snug, otherwise the sock like ability to keep stuff out might not work so well." —Samantha Lindsay

Get it from Amazon for $9.98+ (available in seven sizes and 47 colors).

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