Summer is about to come to a close, so that means everyone is soaking up as much "vitamin sea" as possible. I go to the beach regularly and have come to realize that I don't go anymore without these few products.
I ALWAYS have my Sand Cloud. This towel works great as both a towel and a blanket. I discovered that sand doesn't really stick to it which makes it easy to carry around everywhere you go. You can purchase multiple different styles from this company too. They offer a pillow towel, a printed towel, an XL beach blanket, a festival bag, and cute bamboo phone cases. Their towels come in an array of colors to match every person's style. The company also donates 10 percent of its net profit to help protect marine life. They represent a free and easy-going lifestyle and are always on the lookout for ambassadors to help get the word out about them. You can get your Sand Cloud from http://www.sandcloudapparel.com/ and make sure to use my ambassador code, Kasandra25, for 25% off of your purchase!
The next thing I bring when I go to the beach with friends is the Selfie Stick. It makes getting everyone in the picture so much easier and you are able to snap pictures from many different angles. I got mine from Amazon Prime when I was on vacation in Florida and I received well before it was time for me to go home. If you want to get one as soon as possible without having to get up and go to the (pretty much any) store in America, then I recommend getting one from there.
Lip balm and sun block are two major essentials. Although I can't say I am the best at applying sunblock like I should, I always have it just in case one of my friends needs it. I also prefer putting coconut oil on instead of sunblock. I can never find a true honest answer as to whether or not it has a natural SPF, but overall I know it is beneficial to my body and I never burn when I put it on. All skins types are different though, so this might not work for everyone. You'll also smell absolutely delightful after your skin soaks it all in and you will notice a difference in how smooth and soft you feel. You can't go wrong with bringing coconut oil to the beach! It is good for everything imaginable!
A few random things in the beach bag never hurt. You never know what you might get into at the beach. Bring your sunglasses, band-aids, a hat, fun games, etc. If you are looking to relax and enjoy the sun bring a book or a bluetooth stereo. While you are laying there doing nothing in particular, an umbrella might be a nice touch. Shade now and then is good and will help keep you from overheating. There are countless ways to enjoy the beach whether you are alone or have company.
I am incredibly basic when I go to the beach. I only bring what I need because I do not like carrying around extra baggage. One thing I always need is my WATER! If you go to the beach all day long and don't bring a nice refresher, the heat will catch up to you and you will regret it. Bringing a cooler with ice and multiple bottles is smart; you can also bring a thermos to keep your drink nice and cool on the inside.
Have fun while the summer lasts! Remember to stay hydrated and safe!
