5 Must-Have Beach Items Every Redhead Should Own

Hitting the beach (or pool) is a summertime activity we absolutely love. The sun the sand and the memories made by the water are some of the fondest you may have. When heading out to the water this summer, you need a few redhead essentials in your bag. Here are 5 must-have beach items every redhead should own.

1. Sunscreen:

This one is obvious. You need your sunscreen! Sun protection is essential for redheads, but that doesn’t mean you have to compromise. If you’re looking for a good sunscreen that’s gentle on the skin and keeps you protected, we recommend the La Roche-Posay Anthelios Melt-in Milk Body & Face Sunscreen Lotion Broad Spectrum SPF 100.

La Roche-Posay Anthelios Melt-in Milk Body & Face Sunscreen Lotion Broad Spectrum SPF 100: $27

2. UPF towel:

Now you’ve probably already got a beach towel, or ten, laying around the house and that’s great! But if you’re in the market for a new towel, or want to level up your sun protection game a bit, we highly recommend a UPF towel. When you have a UPF towel, you can safely drape it over your body to give yourself extra sun protection! Try the Luv Bug UPF Pool/Beach Towel.

Luv Bug UPF Pool/Beach Towel: $37

3. Wide brimmed hat:

Another must-have beach and pool essential for redheads is a good hat. It will keep the sun out of your face while also adding some extra protection from the sun. Ditch the baseball cap that’s leaving your cheeks exposed and opt for a Women’s Wide Brim Hat with UPF 50.

Women's Wide Brim Hat with UPF 50: $27

4. Swimsuit:

Now we know you already know you need a swimsuit, and everyone’s bodies are so different that we aren’t going to say there’s just one you need, but if you’re looking for something protective for your little redheads, we love these two UPF options. Kanu Surf Girls’ Mahina UPF 50+ or BAYIMEE Girls Swimsuits One Piece.

Kanu Surf Girls' Mahina UPF 50+: $21

5. UPF cover-up:

And last but not least, a UPF cover-up is a game changer! Most beach cover-ups are sheer and don’t give you the sun protection you need. If you’re going to use a cover-up you might as well be sure you’re protected. That’s why we love the JACK SMITH Women’s UPF 50+ Longsleeve Beach Dress.