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There’s nothing like a summer weekend getaway with your best friends, filled with relaxing afternoons spent in the sun, so many Insta opportunities and expertly curated Spotify throwback playlists. Before you head off on your weekend away, though, fill your tote bag with these products that are sure to make your summer trip even brighter.
1. Skincare must-haves
Your weekend bag isn’t complete without a trusty face mask (or two) to keep your skin fresh and glowing after a day in the sun. Luckily, Freeman Beauty’s Feeling Beautiful™ line has tons of feel-good masks for all skin types.
The Polishing Charcoal + Black Sugar Gel Mask + Scrub is the ultimate summer skin detox. It contains activated charcoal to absorb oil and impurities, and black sugar exfoliates the skin, making it soft and supple.
For another remedy with major cleansing and calming properties, try the Clearing Sweet Tea + Lemon Peel-Off Mask, which has antioxidant-rich ingredients that tone and soothe skin. These fun face masks make for a relaxing spa-night-in and are perfect to try with friends — or to enjoy by yourself.
2. Emergency supplies
A fun weekend with your BFFs (usually) isn’t complete without a mishap of some sort. Whether or not you’re the token ~prepared friend~ of the group, you won’t want to start your drive or head to the airport without a container of Krazy Glue All-Purpose Singles in your luggage. Krazy Glue bonds to wood, metal, plastics, glass, vinyl and ceramics — so you can use these handy glue packets to repair broken sunglasses, cracked phone cases and other accessories.
3. Shaving essentials
With nifty products from Schick and Skintimate, you’re bound to have your smoothest summer skin ever.
Start with Schick Quattro YOU™ disposable razors, which have special SmoothProtect™ blades to prevent cuts — and a sleek, improved handle design that allows you to shave safely in hard-to-reach areas.
For hair removal in a pinch, try the Schick Silk Touch Up Razor, a multipurpose beauty tool perfect for shaping eyebrows and removing fine hairs from the bikini line or legs. This on-the-go blade set also comes with a precision cover, an attachable piece that shortens the blade and makes for precise hair removal around delicate areas.
Your shaving routine isn’t complete with a reliable, dual-action shaving cream — like this one from Skintimate®. The 2-in-1 Shave Cream & Skin Conditioner is a non-foaming shaving cream that applies like lotion. Just apply a thin layer onto dry skin, shave, rub any excess cream into skin — and you’re all set for a day of fun (and shiny, moisturized skin). With this magical shaving cream and conditioner combo, you don’t even have to rinse with water. Plus, it’s paraben-free and comes in two yummy scents: Coconut Silk and Delicate Water Lily.
4. Summer-friendly hair products
Bed Head by TIGI has us covered with summer haircare essentials. The Beach Freak Moisturizing Detangler Spray moisturizes sun-drenched hair that needs some TLC from long days at the beach or pool. For that perfect fresh-from-the-beach, tousled ‘do, the Beach Me Wave Defining Gel Mist is the way to go. If you’re a dry shampoo junkie, you *need* to try the Oh Be Hive! Matte Dry Shampoo. It’s a magical product that absorbs excess oil from your roots and refreshes your hair without a full wash. Plus, it smells amazing and doesn’t show up in dark hair!
Exclusive offer: Her Campus readers get $5 off any qualifying $20 TIGI purchase on Ulta.com with coupon code TIGIFIVE.
5. Your new favorite lip gloss
Buxom‘s Full-On™ Lip Polish in the shade Dolly is the perfect gloss to take your look from beach day to boardwalk night out. Plus, with Vitamins A and E, it gently plumps, stimulates collagen and cools your lips.
Exclusive offer: Buxom Cosmetics is offering students 20% off any online purchase at buxomcosmetics.com. Use code HERCAMPUS at checkout. Discount valid through 5/31.
Wherever your summer takes you, these essentials are bound to make your adventures even more amazing. Tell us about your summer getaway must-haves on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook!