Summer Vacation Essentials Prep List
Summer is just around the corner, and we are ready for long days full of warmth and sunshine and slower schedules! We’re stocking up on these summer vacation essentials to make the most of this coming season. A prep list is the way to go and avoid inevitable bumps in the road.
TRAVEL FAVORITES: Summer Essentials
Travel favorites, whether you’re going by plane, train, or automobile or having a staycation, here are the summer vacation travel necessities we’re stocking up on now (before they sell out!). Shop here for these summer essentials.
- Insect Repellant
- Enjoy the outdoors without the pesky pests. This insect repellant is a crowd favorite because it works, it’s safe for the whole family (no deet here!), and it’s super convenient. It comes as a liquid and as wipes!
- Mineral Sunscreen
- Protect tender skin with the power of plants with YL’s Mineral Sunscreen. Safe and effective for you and safe for reefs as well. A little goes a long way with this water-resistant formula, so it’s definitely a staple in our households!
- KidScents Roll-On Collection
- These prediluted roller blends are perfect for stashing in your suitcase, purse, backpack, or first aid kit! Owie is great for owies, TummyGize is everyone’s tummy BFF, SniffleEase is great for sniffles, and SleepyIze is perfect for winding down at the end of the day.
- Seedlings Baby Wipes
- Trust us when we say these wipes are lifesavers! Use to quickly clean hands, soothe skin post-sun, and even remove sand from the skin! You can also use them as makeup remover wipes for their obvious, original intent. Soft and soothing on the skin but effective!
- Thieves Spray & Hand Sanitizer
- Thieves Spray is our go-to for cleaning all.the.things on the go – hands, high chairs, steering wheels, e-readers, even fruit in a pinch! We also keep a large bottle of Thieves Hand Sanitizer in each vehicle for easy use. Goodbye germs!
WELLNESS FAVORITES: Summer Essentials
Wellness favorites during the lazy days of summer have us relaxing more for sure, but one thing we’re not relaxing on is our true self-care and wellness routines! Even on vacation, we make sure to take our daily supplements and oils with us. Here is what we always pack:
- NingXia Red Packets
- Ningxia Red is a powerful antioxidant supplement that has some amazing health benefits! Basically, it is an antioxidant POWERHOUSE. This daily drink has so many health benefits it’s hard to list them in one place! Freeze the packets for a slushy-like afternoon treat, add them to smoothies, or even make your own healthy popsicles!
- Super B
- Super B is one supplement we never want to be without. This B complex is an everyday must-have all year round to help support healthy energy levels and decrease stress!
- Lavender Lemonade or Grapefruit Bergamot Vitality Drops
- It is so easy for us to get dehydrated in the summertime. Sunshine, heat, and chlorine can quickly deplete our systems, and one way we love to combat that is with electrolyte drops! Whether you choose Lavender Lemonade or Grapefruit Bergamot, these little drops are a tasty way to make sure you and yours stay hydrated this season. Check out this post for further details.
SKINCARE NEEDS: Summer Essentials
Skincare needs for summer mean more time outside, which can leave everyone’s skin needing a little extra TLC. Here are a few favorites we keep on hand to help!
- Tea Tree, Lavender & Peppermint Essential Oils
- These three oils are wonderful for soothing skin after seeing a bit too much sun! Whip up a quick ‘After Sun’ balm, spray or roller with this trio, and/or add it to Epsom salts to help reduce the sting of tender skin. For a balm, add 25-30 drops of each Lavender & Tea Tree + 20 drops of Peppermint to ½ a jar of Rose Ointment and apply as desired. Bonus points for adding in some Frankincense, Helichrysum, or Elemi as well!
- Rose Ointment
- Our go-to balm for any and every skin need! From wind or sun-chapped lips and cheeks to soothing owies to using as an ultra-hydrating moisturizer, this rose-infused balm is a must-have for every season.
- Lavaderm After Sun Spray
- The name of this product says it all! Lavaderm is SO soothing to tender skin of any kind – from sunburns, bug bites, rug or trampoline burns, really anything that needs soothing. This spray combines Lavender and Peppermint with carrier oils that spray directly onto the skin – no rubbing required!
- Coconut Lime Body Butter
- Grab this summery body butter to keep skin soft, smooth, and hydrated all season long. It’s great for everyday use and extra lovely after some time in the sunshine! Not a fan of coconut and lime? Try the Lushious Lemon Hand & Body Lotion!
Nothing feels better than being ready. I have a summer vacation essential prep list organized into an easy to find shopping list of these products and a few more that I enjoy and you may also.
Have a fun and enjoyable summer season. Travel, camping, and beach time are all favorites. With the right tools in your bag, you will be prepared.
Travel safely,
Nancy – Oils First
PS – Shopping List for Summer – start with a few and build up!
