When choosing your beach bag, go for something bright and summery like this multi-colored chevron tote, $68. A cute structured tote bag like this one makes it easy to dig around in and instantly find all your beauty essentials.

A spray can of sunscreen is spill-proof and it'll withstand more wear and tear than a plastic tube. Plus, a spray bottle is so much more convenient, because you can cover a whole lot more ground faster. La Roche-Posay Anthelios Sunscreen Spray, $36, feels so light and smooth going on, and it gives perfectly even coverage.

Just because you're at the beach doesn't mean you can't wear any makeup, you just want to make sure you're not going to look like a melting oil panting. Swap out your usual water resistant mascara for something more heavy duty, like Urban Decay Cannonball Ultra Waterproof Mascara, $20.

Avoid burnt lips (not a cute look) by making sure to pack a lip balm with a high SPF, like Maybelline New York Baby Lips SPF 20, $2.99. The "Cherry Me" flavor is delicious and will give you just the right amount of color.

After the sun is gone and your day at the beach is winding down, take a minute to soothe your skin with a lotion like AHAVA After Sun Rehydrating Lotion, $26. After a full day at the beach, your skin deserves some extra TLC.