If you’re taking advantage of the many summer music offerings in and around Central Massachusetts, you’re going to want to make sure you’re ready to go. Check out our list of essentials to make sure you have fun in the sun!
1. Bring a bag
Searching for the perfect bag to keep your necessities with you and leave your hands free for dancing, drinking and scarfing the festival grub? Try Mobovida’s Bristol Belt Bags! They offer a portable battery bank; areas for cards, cell phones and cash; a headphone cable slot; and cross-body functionality. mobovida.com.
2. Don’t forget to shower
We all know a real shower can be hard to come by when spending the weekend at a festival. That’s why you need Purequosa! Purequosa is a shower replacement. Spray Purequosa, an organic cleansing spray, all over your body as you start or end your day – or anytime in-between. This hydrating formula is suitable for sensitive skin. purequosa.com.
3. Make sure you’re cool and comfortable
Pack away those sweatshirts and get ready to break out the logo tees and ball caps with Friday + Saturday! Support your local girl gang with a bold brand that promotes girl power and is constantly encouraging women to celebrate their victories. Perfect when you’re looking for a cute tee or a must-have hat. fridayandsaturday.com.
Treat your feet with the soothing soles from AhhSoles after a long day of dancing in the dust. Uniquely named for that “Ahhh!” feeling you experience when taking your shoes off after a long day on your feet, this innovative brand designs an irresistible selection of wild foot bed textures that are “offensively comfortable.” ahhsoles.com.
4. Always look your best
Drench lips in a cocktail of hydrating moringa butter, avocado oil and lemon and pomegranate extracts for long-lasting creamy color with Pink Lady PureGloss Lip Gloss. Plus, it’s completely vegan-friendly! janeiredale.com.
Tantasia Self Tanner & Bronzer does double duty without DHA or FD&C dyes, the culprit of unnatural orange tones found in most self-tanners. Instead, Tantasia uses caramel color, mica and iron oxides (clean earth minerals) for a natural, sun-kissed glow. janeiredale.com.
5. And don’t forget sunscreen
Glow Time Full Coverage Mineral BB Cream offers a lightweight formula coupled with a diverse shade range that is inclusive of all skin tones. Shades BB1-BB8 contain SPF 25 and deeper shades BB9-BB12 contain SPF 17 (with a reduced level of titanium dioxide) to achieve the best possible color payoff. janeiredale.com.
Powder-Me SPF 30 Dry Sunscreen is a nourishing, easy-to-use skin protectant that contains titanium dioxide and natural clay to shield against redness and provide light coverage (so you can skip foundation). Added bonus – it’s water resistant up to 40 minutes! janeiredale.com.