Life is better at the beach, isn’t it?  I always make sure I have my beach bag (click here for a DIY Tote Bag) packed and ready to go mingle! Take a look to this essential list of items you MUST carry with you when you hit the beach or the pool!!

Beach Bag Essentials

Sunscreen

Try to find a gentle brand and with at least 30 or more SPF. Here is a great option Shiseido, is a little expensive but is gentle and blends easily. Make sure to store you sunscreen in a resealable plastic bag this will avoid any undesirable leaking.

Hat

Forever 21 have this cute hat for only $8.00 If you prefer caps there is so many cute options too!  The deal is to protect your pretty head without losing your style.

Lip balm with SPF

You don’t want burn lips later!! Make sure to carry a lip balm with SPF. Your lips will appreciate it! Check this EOS from Ulta.

WATER, WATER

This a must must and one of the first things to have in the bag! Try this cool Booble water bottle that filters your water as you drink. It’s only $9.99 and they come in different sizes and they have plenty of cool colors to choose from. You can find them here or at Old Navy (that’s were I got mine). You need to keep yourself hydrated.

Beach Towel

Roll up in your bag and have ready for when you need it. Look at this cute and summery Turkish Towel from Etsy.com FAB!

Hair Accesories

Hair brush, comb, hair clip and hair ties are a must.

Hand Sanitizer

You never know when you’ll need it, better have it! Visit Bath & Body Works to get this pocket hand sanitizer only $1.50 and smells divine!

Books and Magazines

Oh I love me some gossip while I’m sunbathing! Make sure to get some juicy magazines and some books (maybe Fifty Shades of Grey)….just saying. Oh yeah and if you own a Kindle or Ipad you can get some of the newest magazines right to your device!