Beauty Editor's Picks: What's in Your Beach Bag? By InStyle Editors InStyle Editors Facebook Instagram Twitter Our editors and writers comprise decades of expertise across the beauty, fashion, lifestyle and wellness spaces in print and digital. We prioritize journalistic integrity, factual accuracy, and also having fun with every story we share. InStyle's editorial guidelines Updated on July 21, 2013 @ 10:57PM Pin Share Tweet Email Trending Videos Photo: Courtesy Photo Editor's Picks: What's in Your Beach Bag? 01 of 23 Editor's Picks: What's in Your Beach Bag? Courtesy Photo (4) Beauty editors comb through hundreds of new products each season to bring you their latest and greatest discoveries. Now that summer is here, we've rounded up our absolute favorite can't-leave-home-without-them self-tanners, sunscreens and more. Take a peek inside our beach bags before you hit the surf. 02 of 23 Dr. Robin's Sunscreen for Children Courtesy Photo "This mineral sunscreen is very safe and effective which makes the slightly whitish cast worth enduring. I tell my kids I'm 'doing their makeup' and then apply it with a beauty bender sponge, which helps it blend in." — Amy Synnott-D'Annibale, Beauty Director and Editor, Hair and Makeover Issues BUY IT 03 of 23 Tatcha Original Aburatorigami Blotting Papers Courtesy Photo "These are my absolute favorite blotting papers; not only do they sop up oils, but the leaflets are powder free so they don't leave odd matte patches on your face." — Angelique Serrano, Senior Beauty Features Editor BUY IT 04 of 23 Caudalie Divine Legs Courtesy Photo "This bronzy cream gives my legs the perfect hint of color with a nice, luminous glow." — Kahlana Barfield, Senior Beauty Market Editor BUY IT 05 of 23 Make Up Forever Aqua Eyes Courtesy Photo "I love lining my eyes with an unexpected color, like teal, for summer. This pencil doesn't smudge or smear-no matter how high the temperature soars or even through a dip in the pool! — Sheryl George, Assistant Beauty Editor BUY IT 06 of 23 Clarins Self Tanning Milk Courtesy Photo "I've been using this self tanner for years. It gives me the perfect bronzy glow—never orange!—doesn't streak and smells amazing. He'll kill me for saying it, but my husband is addicted too." —Selene Milano, InStyle.com Senior Beauty Editor BUY IT 07 of 23 Amorepacific CC Cushion Compact Courtesy Photo "The ample amount of SPF 50 keeps my skin from getting sunburned, and the green tea-infused formula evens out any uneven tones, making the transition from lounging on the shore to hitting up seaside boutiques even more seamless." — Marianne Mychaskiw, InStyle.com Assistant Beauty Editor BUY IT 08 of 23 Kerastase Soleil Huile Celeste Courtesy Photo "Douse my heavily highlighted hair with this color- protective spray and it never turns green—no matter how many times I get thrown in the pool by my kids." — Amy Synnott-D'Annibale, Beauty Director and Editor, Hair and Makeover Issues BUY IT 09 of 23 Dennis Gross Skincare Alpha Beta Daily Glow Moisturizer Courtesy Photo "I sport glowy skin courtesy of this hydrating, DHA-fueled lotion. It gives me a tropical tan in two hours – without a side of sun damage." — Angelique Serrano, Senior Beauty Features Editor BUY IT 10 of 23 Nars Pierre Hardy Polishes Courtesy Photo "I plan to mix and match the shades on my fingers and toes all summer long." — Kahlana Barfield, Senior Beauty Market Editor BUY IT 11 of 23 Illume Bronzing Lotion Courtesy Photo (3) "I love these bronzing lotions from Illume. They add just a hint of color to warm up pale legs and I love the fun packaging!" — Sheryl George, Assistant Beauty Editor BUY IT 12 of 23 Aerin Beach Cream Courtesy Photo "I smooth this dreamy formula through damp hair and all over my arms and shoulders before slipping into a maxi dress—my summer staple. And how chic is the tube?" -Selene Milano, InStyle.com Senior Beauty Editor BUY IT 13 of 23 Shu Uemura Essence Absolue Oil-In-Cream Courtesy Photo "Color treatments and flat irons damage my hair enough, and salt water combined with the sun's rays don't exactly help. After I hit the shower, I work a dollop of this camellia oil cream through my strands to restore the hydration lost at sea. Then, I'll let my hair air-dry for the ultimate beachy texture." — Marianne Mychaskiw, InStyle.com Assistant Beauty Editor BUY IT 14 of 23 Elta MD UV Clear Courtesy Photo "It's 100% mineral but completely transparent and never makes me breakout." -Amy Synnott-D'Annibale, Beauty Director and Editor, Hair and Makeover Issues BUY IT 15 of 23 SkinCeuticals Sheer Physical UV Defence SPF 50 Courtesy Photo "What beach bag is complete without a great SPF lotion? This liquid formula is so lightweight, I can play in the rays for a couple of hours without developing a red, sticky face." — Angelique Serrano, Senior Beauty Features Editor BUY IT 16 of 23 Estee Lauder Roller Gloss Courtesy Photo (2) "It reminds me of the rollerball glosses that I used as a kid…but way more chic. It leaves a sheer coral tint on lips and it smells like watermelon!" — Sheryl George, Assistant Beauty Editor BUY IT 17 of 23 Chantecaille Ultra Protection Sunscreen Primer Courtesy Photo "As a kid, after a long summer in the sun I had a face full of freckles. The age spots they've morphed into are considerably less attractive. Now, I never leave the house without SPF and this sheer, lightweight formula smooths on seamlessly under my makeup." — Selene Milano, InStyle.com Senior Beauty Editor BUY IT 18 of 23 Jack Black Intense Therapy Lip Balm Courtesy Photo "Goes on smooth and sheer for a balm with such a high SPF. Love the non-sticky feel and zingy grapefruit scent. " — Amy Synnott-D'Annibale, Beauty Director and Editor, Hair and Makeover Issues BUY IT 19 of 23 Fresh Sugar Petal Tinted Lip Treatment Courtesy Photo "As essential to me as a fabulous pair of sunnies, the moisturizing Fresh Sugar Lip balm now comes in this soft, satin-finish pink shade. Love." — Angelique Serrano, Senior Beauty Features Editor BUY IT 20 of 23 Becca Beach Tint Courtesy Photo (2) "These water resistant cream blushes are super pigmented- just a dab adds a healthy natural color (and best of all- no telltale shimmer, even in the sunlight)." — Sheryl George, Assistant Beauty Editor BUY IT 21 of 23 Tom Ford Nail Polish Courtesy Photo "This pearly hue is a more sheer take on the opaque white nail trend." — Selene Milano, InStyle.com Senior Beauty Editor BUY IT 22 of 23 Tuscon Desert Straw Mat Courtesy Photo "Not as flimsy as a towel but cuter than other mats I've seen, its perfect for the beach or a picnic." — Sheryl George, Assistant Beauty Editor BUY IT 23 of 23 Estée Lauder Pure Color Cheek Rush Courtesy Photo "Nothing is more flattering than a pop of pink on the apples of your cheeks. This is the exact dewy consistency I crave in the summer." — Selene Milano, InStyle.com Senior Beauty Editor BUY IT