Eco-Chic at the Shore– What’s in your bag?

Finally, in New York, there have been some consistently good, sunny beach days and I’m quickly scrambling to set aside some time to soak up some sun.   Plenty of time to show off a nice healthy glow at my sister’s wedding in September.

Luckily there are several beaches nearby – and I’ve been surveying my friends on where they’ll be headed and when.  So beach destination is a ‘check’.

Next, I need to rummage through last year’s beach gear – found a couple of patterned bottoms and tops to bikinis, none of which match, is that in style though? Never mind, I think I’m going orange this year... 

Other musts for the beach are the skin care products to keep our skin from getting damaged, a beach towel and a nice tote to carry all my stuff there. 

I need to keep my products as natural and as eco-friendly as possible – what are my choices?  There are some really great affordable finds out there and I went on a hunt.  These unique products stood out - all of which are reasonably priced and can be purchased online.  Three Cheers – let the summer beach weekends begin!!

Dry lips - can't have that!  Try one of these two choices for organic lip balm:

·         Organic Essence, Organic Lip Balm ($4.99) – This balm contains USDA Certified Organic ingredients and also boasts less wasteful eco-friendly packaging as well!  Comes in great flavors such as Vanilla, Grapefruit and Mint!

·         Phoenix Botanicals, Organic Lip Balm (3 tubes for $16.00) – Made right here in New York with local plants in the Northeast.  Ingredients are all organic – flavors include rose, vanilla and mint.  

      

        Don't sweat it – enjoy this light and fresh body spray - 

·         SuperNatural Botanicals, Beach Body Spray ($12.00) – Light and refreshing spray that is clean and natural.  Made from oils, aloe and purified water - it is an instant natural aromatic pleasure.

        Wrap me very tight!  Check out these beach towels - 

     

        Bamboo Dreams®Beach Towels from Yala® ($39.50) – These colorful and fun towels are oh so soft, even for the most sensitive skin!  They are made from 70% viscose from Bamboo and 30% Organic Cotton.

        Look sun kissed, not sun slapped!  A natural sun screen –

Solar to Polar® Ultra ($29.00) - A great solution for people such as myself with sensitive skin – this product is made from •100% natural, 70%+ certified organic ingredients and still protects me from harsh sun rays.  It’s gentle, light and moisturizing.

Carry me to the shore!!  This tote carries it all!!

     

Rebagz, Carry Anything Anywhere Bag ($54.00) – I hate having the same bag as everyone else – cliché - I like to mix and match everyday wears with some unique finds.  Rebagz, Carry Anything Anywhere Bags were the answer to mixing up my beach gear.  I love the orange and silver – but those who really enjoy something uniquely bright – try the multi-color bag.

 What other organic and eco-friendly products are your favorites?  Enjoy the summer fun - enjoy the Spirit for Living!

  

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