Summer Fresh: Beauty Products You Can’t Live Without

Zippy Sandler
9 min readJul 23, 2024

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Face it, if you’re anything like me (a baby boomer who wants to look her best), it’s time to skip the heavy makeup routine and embrace the summer sun with confidence! Here’s the secret to looking effortlessly glamorous all season long. Ditch the thick foundations and swap them for lightweight, breathable formulas that enhance your natural beauty. Think of them like a luxurious second skin, protecting you from the sun’s rays while letting your inner glow shine through.

Imagine stepping out with a radiant complexion, perfectly styled hair, and makeup that stays put even on the hottest days. No more meltdowns — just flawless confidence from sunrise to sunset. Yes, you can elevate your routine with a touch of summer shimmer even as you get older with just a hint on your cheekbones. It’s about celebrating the season and feeling like the glamorous woman you are, with a little help from these summer beauty essentials. So, get ready to bask in the glow — it’s your time to shine!

Beverly Hills Rejuvenation Center

Our phenomenal Trio combines the power of nature with cutting-edge science. Suitable for sensitive and all skin types, this set allows you to embrace the essence of luxury and rejuvenation.

Ritani

Founded 25 years ago by a family of jewelers, Ritani is known for their handcrafted Engagement Rings made in New York. Discover Ritani’s Jewelry Collection, including the latest Puff Collection. Whether you’re seeking bold shapes or delicate designs, our curated selection promises to add a touch of modern glamour to any outfit.

14kt Gold Teardrop Dome Earrings

We put the emphasis on style for these gold plated beauties. These Teardrop Dome earrings are lightweight, comfortable and affordable.

Klee Naturals

Klee Naturals’ sole mission is to create natural, non-toxic makeup and personal care products for our little ones. In a market flooded with cheap imports for our kids and tweens, Klee Naturals stands out as a beacon of safety, quality, and creativity. Made in the USA with no nasties, Klee Naturals understands the importance of providing children with products that nurture their natural beauty without compromising on health. Their range of non-toxic makeup and personal care items are formulated with safe, natural ingredients, ensuring peace of mind for parents and joy for kids. No talc, parabens, phthalates, synthetic fragrances, or harsh chemicals are involved! The products are also cruelty-free and gluten-free. Not to mention, a portion of sales are donated to Texas Scottish Rite Hospital for Children

Eli & Elm Side Sleeper Pillow

  • Specially designed for side sleepers!
  • Conforms to the head and neck for proper support and alignment
  • Removable latex and polyester filling lets you pick the perfect firmness
  • Latex noodle fill supports optimal airflow for a cooler pillow
  • A smooth cotton cover is designed to dissipate heat
  • Made from premium sourced materials
  • OEKO-TEX certified
  • Measures 17” x 29”
  • Over 1,400 positive reviews!

Price: Starting at $109.00

Sud Scrub

Antimicrobial Silicone Body Scrubber

ANTIMICROBIAL: Compared to cheap silicone scrubbers that claim to be hygienic, Sud Scrub is the only silver and zinc-infused silicone shower brush that’s proven to resist 99.99% of odor-causing bacteria and >90% of fungi from growing on its surface.

GENTLE EXFOLIATION FOR SENSITIVE SKIN: Equipped with gentle yet effective scrubbing fins, this silicone scrubber exfoliates and massages your skin to remove trapped oil and dead skin to reveal softer, healthier skin.

ECO-FRIENDLY: This antimicrobial body scrubber is 100% plastic-free and recyclable. Your purchase helps support local communities around the world to collect and remove 5 lbs of plastic waste from the environment for every Sud Scrub purchased.

ULTRA-DURABLE: Unlike loofahs that fall apart and need to be replaced every month, this silicone bath scrubber is made of tough food-grade silicone that’s built to last you the whole year!

NON-SLIP GRIP: We know things get slippery in the shower when soap is involved. This silicone exfoliating body scrubber has a fitted ergonomic handle strap and textured grip to keep it secured to your hand while scrubbing.

Hey Honey

Propolis & Honey Soothing Cream

Elevate your skincare routine and embrace the glow of healthy, radiant skin.

  • 98% natural moisturizer infused with Aloe, Honey, and Propolis
  • Designed for compromised and sensitive skin, providing deep hydration and soothing effects
  • Suitable for both day and night
  • Oil-free, water-based, non-comedogenic moisturizer
  • Ideal for Rosacea, Eczema, and blemish-prone skin
  • Propolis Extract supports hygienic skin conditions
  • Dermatologically Tested

Deluvia

Achieve a naturally strawberry and sun-kissed look with our array of sensitive-skin-safe products. Deluvia is crafted to ensure you radiate from head to toe, embodying the essence of summer confidence.

Demure Mineral Blush — Strawberry ($19)

  • Gives your cheeks a radiant glow of fruity color
  • Made with 100% pure crushed minerals from the earth
  • No chemicals, harmful preservatives, or other skin irritants
  • Lightweight yet offers smooth coverage
  • Water-resistant
  • Experience the difference of natural beauty

Demure Lip Gloss — Red Pop ($20)

  • Red Pop Hydrating Lip Gloss is a vibrant red color
  • Provides an ultra-shine to lips throughout the day
  • High shine moisturizer helps to protect the lips from dryness
  • Paraben free and not tested on animals

Baby le Bébé

  • Vegan skincare oils
  • Made in small batches, with ultra-premium, natural ingredients
  • Beneficial for all skin types
  • Ultra aesthetic, gender neutral packaging
  • Scented with active botanical ingredients
  • Vegan, cruelty free, & non-greasy
  • A fan favorite that leaves customers in awe as it continues to nourish the skin around the clock

4ever Natural Beauty

Budget friendly body butters to keep your skin looking and feeling great!

  • Body butters infused with natural ingredients like shea butter, apricot oil, aloe vera gel, peppermint oil, arrowroot powder, lemon essential oils and pomegranate
  • Helpful for dry skin, eczema, or acne
  • Light, refreshing scents
  • Smooths and softens skin
  • Naturally and organically derived
  • Lightweight body butters with antioxidants
  • Locks in moisture without clogging pores
  • Men’s skincare products available

EDOBIO Masu Soap Bar

  • Luxurious cleanser for both face and body
  • Suitable for all skin types
  • Key ingredients include BiProGE, Yoshino Cherry Tree, Green Tea Seed, and Green Tea Leaf
  • Crafted with BiProGE lactic acid bacteria, which is derived from nutrient-rich Japanese soil to provide effortlessly flawless skin
  • Offers a gentle and moisturizing cleanse
  • Comes in a wooden masu container, inspired by traditional Japanese sake cups
  • Includes white foaming net
  • Minimal waste packaging
  • Formulated with naturally derived active ingredients
  • Japanese owned brand!

SLAM Lotion — Men’s Suncreen

Men’s sunscreen that will protect your skin without compromising on scent.

  • Bring a more distinctive, manly scent to your outdoor activities
  • Enjoy Broad Spectrum SPF 30 or 50 sun protection
  • Sprays on clear
  • Water Resistant 80 minutes
  • Free of oxybenzone and octinoxate
  • No Parabens
  • Anti-aging
  • Made in the USA

Roll-on CBD Gel Cooling Essentials with Arnica

This easy-to-use gel provides quick relief with a refreshing sensation.

  • Convenient 3oz. roll-on packs a powerful blend of premium CBD and Arnica
  • Delivers targeted cooling comfort for your muscles and joints
  • After a workout or to soothe everyday discomfort
  • Easy-to-use gel provides quick relief with a refreshing sensation.
  • Certified USDA Organic ingredients
  • 100% USA grown, Non-GMO hemp
  • Leaping Bunny Certified
  • Proudly Black and woman-owned

KeraFactor — Lashes

Lashes by KeraFactor — the ultimate solution for longer, fuller, and healthier-looking lashes.

  • Transform your lashes with KeraFactor’s revolutionary serum!
  • Meticulously crafted to nourish, strengthen, and enhance like never before!
  • Features a blend of scientifically proven ingredients and biomimetic growth factors for lashes that appear longer, fuller, and healthier for an irresistible look

AGAVE Black

Formulated for men and features four unique products that cleanse, treat, protect, and moisturize!

  • Men’s skincare line crafted with only the best ingredients found in nature
  • Formulated with natural ingredients like agave, aloe vera, bakuchiol, vitamin C, rosemary, tea tree oil, & more
  • Cutting-edge skincare line includes 4 simple steps
  • Gentle on skin
  • Safe for all skin types and covers all major skin-related concerns
  • Improves skin texture
  • Bundles available based on your skin concern — oily, dry, aging, etc.
  • Tested and approved by dermatologists
  • Cruelty-free
  • Free of harmful substances such as PEG, alcohol, sulfate, parabens, gluten, etc.

Antevorta Labs

Intimate Wellness for Women!

Intimate wellness products for women inspired by Traditional Chinese Medicine

  • Fights odor, dryness and irritation and keeps you feeling clean and refreshed
  • Core formula consists of 5 herbs that cleanse, moisturize, and soothe your vulva
  • Products include:
  • Intimate Wipes: On-the-go freshness for down there!
  • Hydrating Intimate Cleansing Gel: Delicate cleanser that doesn’t disrupt your vulva’s natural pH
  • Intimate Pocket Spray: Neutralize odor, soothe vaginal dryness and irritations
  • OBGYN-approved
  • Leaping bunny certified — Cruelty-free!
  • Gluten-free, vegan
  • Reef safe
  • Founded by Sara Jane Ho and Annie Ho

Sheec Socks

Compression & No-Show Athletic Socks!

  • Wear compression socks while traveling!
  • Performance socks for everyday use
  • Offers all day compression and an ergonomic shape
  • Supportive while hiking, exercising, playing pickleball, golfing, and more
  • Made with breathable, moisture-wicking fabric
  • Seamless toe design for irritation-free wear
  • Perfect for sneakers and dress sneakers
  • Easy to put on!
  • Comfortable for all-day compression
  • Available in ankle or quarter crew

PJ’s Soaps & Bombs

Beard Care & Grooming Products

  • Beard balm and oil to take you from being just a guy with a beard, to a guy with a beard other guys want!
  • Stay well groomed throughout the day!
  • Crafted by a husband and wife team in small batches in their kitchen
  • Beard Oil:
  • Created with all natural oils
  • Nourishes beard
  • Leaves beard smooth and manageable
  • Beard Balm:
  • Help soften and condition your beard
  • Reduces skin irritation
  • Made with shae butter, coconut oil, bees wax, etc.
  • Handcrafted in Elk Grove California
  • Cruelty free

Baby Foot Original Foot Peel

The infamous viral Babyfoot Peel is the ORIGINAL Exfoliation Foot Peel that contains 16 natural extracts and restores your feet to the smooth, soft feet you once had. When we think of self-care we think of hair masks, mental health days, spa days, and just pampering ourselves, but the one thing that gets overlooked is our soles.

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Zippy Sandler

70-year-old travel and lifestyle blogger sharing tips on how to live your best life NOW!