Top 3 Summer Vacation Essentials

Author Jenny Han wrote, “Everything good, everything magical happens between the months of June and August.” Are you planning a vacation or getaway this summer? Have you been anticipating a trip to the beach and you’ve just now realized you’ll need some sun protection? Perhaps you have a weekend getaway planned enjoying the outdoors with camping and a bit of hiking?   Whatever your activities will be, we’ve got you covered with three summer essentials: sunscreen, insect repellent, and energy sustaining nutrition bars to help create those magical memories of summer.

Sunscreen
Sunscreen is a key essential for every season but especially during the summer. Spending more time outdoors and in the sun may put us at risk for skin aging and long term sun damage so it is always best to pack sun protection for your upcoming vacation. All Star Health carries a wide range of sun protective products from sunscreen sprays to SPF face moisturizers. You may want to consider All Good Sport Sunscreen Spray SPF 30 , a standard spray on sunscreen that is vegan, water resistant and free from harsh chemicals. This product states that it is formulated from reef safe non nano zinc oxide and botanical ingredients so you don’t have to worry about what’s in your sunscreen, just apply every two hours.

Insect Repellent
If camping is indeed on your summer bucket list then insect repellent may be the first thing you want to keep handy. Avoid Pesky mosquitos and other insects ruining your trip by bringing along a bug repellent spray like the Now Bug Ban Spray, a product containing essential oil extracts such as Citronella, Lemongrass, Rosemary and Thyme to ensure a bug bite free experience! Now Bug Ban Spray claims to provide a long lasting and effective protection from flying critters that try to attack so you can won’t be bothered and enjoy the outdoors. Since it’s all natural it’s great for those who are allergic or sensitive to harsh chemical insecticides.

Nutrition Bars
Planning to stay active while on vacation? Consider bringing nutrition bars for on the go! Whether you need a quick snack while traveling, or you need an energy boost for a hiking trail you’re tackling, All Star Health offers many options to choose from. Try the Power Crunch Protein Energy Bar in a variety of delicious flavors like salted caramel, key lime pie, and lemon meringue. With 13 grams of protein and only 6g of sugar, these bars make it easy to enjoy a sweet snack while staying healthy. Maybe you prefer just a normal trail mix without the mess? Pro Bar Meal On-the-Go Bar Superfood Slam’s are not only great tasting, but are all natural bars extra rich in phytonutrients, vitamins and minerals. They offer these bars in flavors such as Original Trail Mix, Banana Nut Bread, and Peanut Butter – just to name a few!

We know your summer memories won’t be centered around how nice your sunscreen smelled, or how good the snacks on the trails were, but we hope with a little bit of preparing at least they won’t include memories of sunburns, itchy mosquito bites or starving half way through an 8 mile hike.