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Summer is here in full swing and with the hotter temperatures it is so important you stay safe. There are certain things you will need to not only stay safe but to ensure you feel the most comfortable and confident this Summer.
Summer is the time where you want to enjoy the outdoors and what better place than your own back garden. However, Pergolas make it possible to enjoy the weather at all times of the day and year. By having the latest trend in your garden you can enjoy your garden without waiting for the sun to come out.
During the Summer months we all want to feel our best in the sun or on the beach. We all deserve it! There are certain essentials you are going to want to make sure you have in order to make it your happiest Summer yet.
Here are the top 5 essentials you need this Summer:
1. A swimsuit or bikini
Whether you are jetting off on holiday or stay at your local beach, you need to find the best swimsuit or bikini that makes you feel comfortable and fabulous.
Have you ever been on holiday or planning a day at the beach and then you end up starting your period? Has a period ever scuppered your Summer plans? Now it never has to again.
WUKA has a range of period swimwear that means you can feel confident knowing you can enjoy the sunshine, the pool or the sea without leaking. Their period swimsuit feels just like regular swimwear but has an ultra absorbent liner. I have used WUKA period pants and I love how comfortable they are, especially when my period is making me feel heavy. I love that I am never going to have a problem with a period ruining your holiday.
2. Sunscreen
Sunscreen is an absolute must! You shouldn’t even consider a day in the sun without it. I am sure many of you like me want to get that sun-kissed tan, but it should never be at the expense of your skin’s health.
There are so many different sunscreen products for all skin types. I tend to choose a sunscreen that is either factor 30 or 50. It is important to regularly apply it, especially if you have been in the water.
It has always been drummed into us about how we must put sunscreen on at the beach, the pool or on a holiday. However, you should be wearing SPF daily as it protects you against harmful UVA and UVB rays. Never simply rely on a moisturiser or foundation with SPF in because it is watered down by other ingredients.
Find yourself a light SPF that you can wear under your make up.
3. The best razor
Summer to me has always been me trying to cover up my body, but in the lightest clothing so I didn’t overheat – too much! But this year one of my goals was to start stepping outside my comfort zone. So, I have actually brought several dresses and summery tops that I would usually avoid!
As I am now wearing more dresses and shorts I knew I needed to have hair-free legs and armpits, which is why I am using Estrid. I truly haven’t had a better shave than with my lovely Estrid razor. I said goodbye to razor burn and to disposable razors as I am working on reducing my plastic waste. I have the subscription service that I can pause anytime and that is delivered to my home.
Check out their range of colours and subscriptions that can be tailored to you!
4. Sunglasses
Eye health is so vital and is something that should be a priority as much your skin’s health.
The most important benefit of wearing sunglasses is that they protect your eyes from ultraviolet (UV) light. As UV light can have harmful effects on the eyelid, cornea, lens and retina. They can aid in preventing certain eye diseases related to the sun.
5. A water bottle
We all know that not drinking enough water can cause problems related to dehydration. This is heightened in the sun.
Taking your favourite water bottle filled with water to help keep you cool. The great benefit of taking your own water bottle allows you to either fill it up for free or at a discount in cafes etc. This will also mean you are being more eco-friendly and reducing the plastic waste.
Always keep hydrated especially when you are spending long periods in the sun.
These are just some of my Summer essentials that I will always have or be using to ensure I have the best Summer this year. if like me you have hidden away in previous Summers, make this Summer the time you embrace the weather and your body.
What is one of your Summer essentials? Can you relate to any on my list? I’d love to hear in the comments.
Yes to each of these!!
One of our must haves is also a parasol or tent – anything to stop the ginger haired people in my family burning 🤣
Aww bless them! Yes that is a must! X
Great things to consider for summer. The sunscreen is important because the heat is crazy and we tend to show more of the body lol. Thank you for sharing!
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I need a good sunscreen because I burn easily, and I’m bad about staying hydrated. So definitely a water bottle!
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Period swimwear – ABSOLUTE GAME CHANGER!
Good moisturiser is my summer essential
Complete game charger! It is awesome! That’s a good one! Thank you for reading and commenting.
These are important summer essentials. Especially no.2. Thank you for sharing.
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These are definitely important to have during the summer, especially sunscreen, sunglasses and water bottle. The period swimwear sounds awesome. I didn’t realise these existed.
Great things to consider for the hot weather, especially sunscreen and water! It’s unbelievable how hot it’s gotten recently!
It really has been so hot! Thank you for reading and commenting.
Great list! I have all of those and they are definitely must-haves! I’ll add lip stuff with spf to my list. Always. I am so sad when I forget my lips.😂 Happy Summer! ✌️
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I definitely can’t enjoy the sun without sunscreen and water! It’s amazing how quickly you can dehydrate in hot weather even though you are constantly drinking water. And, sunscreen helps protect my sensitive skin so it’s a must! The last thing I want to do is wear a bathing suit during my period, but if I was ever brave or comfortable enough to do so, it’s good to know that there are options out there to help boost my confidence in that area. Great list! Enjoy the rest of your summer, Lauren.
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Some great Summer essentials here, I never realised that WUKA did swimwear! x
Lucy | http://www.lucymary.co.uk
Yes and bikini bottoms too! Thank you for reading and commenting.
A swimsuit, sunscreen, water bottle, and sunglasses are such a big part of a fun, happy summer! I have to add a hat to this list, as I am a huge lover of wearing straw hats in the summer. 🙂
That’s a good suggestion. I don’t think I suit hats like that, but they are so lovely for Summer.
Okay, I need to try this razor! Lots of great suggestions here – water is my absolute must have at the beach!
The razor subscription is great, so much better than disposable razors. Thank you for reading and commenting.
Yes to all of these! Especially sunscreen and period swimwear!
I feel like some people don’t take sunscreen seriously but it’s so important.
And I’ve just published a post about why I love period undies so much… 🙂
Miriam | A Hygge Escape
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With all your list of summer essentials, I need to add a huge glass of cold beer to your list. Lol. But you are right, sunscreen is very essential, even for African Americans like myself.
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Such important essentials for summer! I can’t go without sunscreen, it’s a firm staple in my everyday routine and even more so in the warmer months. Also gotta have water at all times, staying hydrated is so important.
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Yes, definitely agree all of these are essentials. For me, when it’s really hot, I also wear a hat with a brim to keep the sun off my face
That is a good suggestion. Thank you for reading and commenting.
Wearing suncream, and hydrating myself are fefinitely my essentials! I have found my coconut hydrating mist by Elf to be really good, and also a sunhat 🙂
Ooo that sounds like a good product. Thank you for reading and commenting.
Water is an absolute must, got to stay hydrated in the crazy summers we’re having
Definitely, it is vital to stay healthy. Thank you for reading and commenting.
Oh definitely a razor and some good suncream – and a good homemade ice lolly recipe!
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I bought sun block for the first time ever this year, although I’ve only used it once as I’ve not really left my home since I got it
At least you have it for when you leave the house. Thank you for reading and commenting.
I really need sunscreen and a razor. I always forget to buy razors and this post is a reminder for me haha Thanks for sharing 🙂
I definitely recommend checking out Estrid for a razor subscription and you never have to worry about forgetting it!
Hello Lauren,I can relate to this list. Number 5. Water bottle is my real summer essential. Sunscreen is also on my list. Thank you for sharing this summer guide.
Glad you were able to relate to this post and you are using sunscreen. Thank you for reading and commenting.
Amazing suggestions for summer, Lauren! Omg I didn’t know a period swimwear existed! This has to be the best invention for summer. I’ll be definitely checking that out! I need to buy myself a nice water bottle this summer, though! Thank you for the reminder. Enjoyed reading it x Penny / http://www.whatdidshetype.com
It is great isn’t it! Now a period doesn’t need to ruin your fun day at the beach x
I have never really used sunscreen because I was born in sunny Uganda where it’s always boiling hot. My essentials from your list would definitely be a water bottle and sunglasses. Hope you have a nice summer.
You definitely should wear it to protect your skin. Thank you for reading and commenting.
I recently tried an Estrid razor and tbh I didn’t think I’d have much of an opinion because it’s just a razor but I actually loved it haha! It was the smoothest razor I’ve ever used, I’d definitely recommend that brand to anyone 🙂
Courtney x
I know right? It’s awesome. I brought one for my mum and my sister ☺️. Thank you for reading and commenting.
This is a great list of summer essentials. I’m loving taking my water bottle everywhere with my lately.
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Gotta make sure you’ve got that sunscreen and water bottle! Such important tips, thanks for a nice read!
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Wow. I had no idea period swimsuits existed. Amazing! I would absolutely agree with you on sunscreen I’ve also seen many people get burnt to a crisp first day on holiday that will throw a wrench in your plans! :S Thanks for sharing!!
Yes these are some great products. Never have periods ruin holidays with the beach and pool days. Thank you for reading and commenting.
I’m a diabetic so having a water bottle during these hot days is a must for me! I tend to dehydrate very quickly thanks to my illnesses so having a water bottle in hand is very important otherwise I’ll suffer massively. I totally agree with everything you’ve written, I think these are all the perfect summer essentials! I’ve gone a little bikini crazy this year (despite not going away haha). Thank you so much for sharing this with us lovely! Xo
Elle – ellegracedeveson.com
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I NEVER KNEW THERE WAS PERIOD SWIMWEAR! I own period underwear, and swear by them, but girl, you gave me a complete gamechanger. I can’t believe it’s almost the end of summer and I didn’t know that this existed. Thank you so much for such a great essential xx
Melina | http://www.melinaelisa.com
It is the best summer essential, no longer ruined beach or pool days! You are most welcome. Thank you for reading and commenting.