Summer asks more of your skin than almost any other season - sun exposure, sweat, bug bites, and long days outside all add up fast. Here are the products we personally reach for, from sun protection to hydration to the small rituals that make summer feel a little more special.
skin & body
1. everyday mineral sunscreen spf 30
For: Daily sun protection without the chemical UV filters
This is the sunscreen we reach for every single day, all summer long. Our Everyday Mineral Sunscreen offers broad spectrum SPF 30 protection using non-nano Zinc Oxide, without chemical UV filters, preservatives, emulsifiers, silicones, nano-particles, microplastics, animal derivatives, phthalates, or parabens — and it's never tested on animals.
Beyond sun protection, it's packed with antioxidants, soothing oils, and collagen-boosting ingredients that nourish skin while protecting it from both UVB/UVA rays and blue light. Essential fatty acids and botanicals work to replenish your skin's barrier, so you're not just blocking the sun — you're actually taking care of your skin while you're out in it.
2. lavender + tea tree deodorant
For: Natural odor protection without aluminum + baking soda
Your armpits are some of the most porous skin on your body, which makes deodorant one of the most common ways toxins like aluminum end up absorbed into your system. This one skips all of that — naturally deodorizing arrowroot powder, magnesium hydroxide, and essential oils keep you feeling (and smelling) fresh, the clean way.
It's also baking-soda free, which makes a real difference for sensitive skin. If you've tried a natural deodorant before and ended up with a rash or irritation, that reaction is usually caused by baking soda — so if that's happened to you, this one is worth trying again.
3. vanilla honey deodorant cream
For: 24-hour freshness, made from gentle, organic ingredients
Our bestselling deodorant formula, made without aluminum or baking soda. Nourishing, organic ingredients keep you smelling fresh all day, with a warm vanilla honey scent that feels like summer without being overpowering.
4. into the woods natural bug spray
For: Real protection from mosquitoes and ticks, without the chemicals
Most non-toxic bug sprays fall short when it actually comes to keeping bugs away — this one doesn't. Into the Woods is formulated with herbs and botanicals that genuinely work to repel mosquitoes and ticks, so you can spend time outside without reaching for something full of chemicals you'd rather avoid.
5. nourishing vanilla tallow cream
For: Everyday hydration, gentle enough for reactive skin
Summer heat and sun exposure can leave skin more reactive than usual, which makes this the moisturizer to keep close by. It's fragrance-free, non-comedogenic, and gentle enough for every skin type — even the skin that's rejected everything else you've tried, warmed with a soft, real vanilla infusion.
6. organic sugar scrub with vanilla & sweet orange
For: Exfoliating and softening skin before self-tanner, sun exposure, or just because
Soft skin starts here. This indulgent scrub blends organic citrus and vanilla essential oils to lift your mood while organic, fair-trade sugar crystals gently exfoliate. Nourishing coconut and sweet almond oils leave skin feeling soft and silky smooth afterward, turning an ordinary shower into something worth slowing down for.
7. organic lip balm
For: Deep lip hydration without the greasy feeling
Handcrafted in a base of rich coconut oil, shea butter, and beeswax, this lip balm deeply moisturizes and nourishes without leaving lips feeling greasy or heavy — perfect for pool days, road trips, or just keeping in your bag all summer.
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8. mineral mist electrolytes
For: Real hydration on hot, active days
5 real ingredients. Not 20 synthetic ones. Coconut water, sea salt, natural magnesium malate, and real fruit — no natural flavors, no added sweeteners, no anti-caking agents. Toss it in your water bottle before a hike, sip it poolside, or reach for it anytime the heat catches up with you. Hydration the way nature designed it.
9. lavender lemonade herbal loose tea
For: Cooling down and calming down
A lavender-hued brew that's as beautiful as it is functional. This herbal tea helps you mellow out and fight inflammation, making it a good match for slow summer evenings or anytime you need a moment to reset.
building your summer routine:
You don't need everything at once, start with what your summer days actually call for:
- Spending time in the sun? Everyday Mineral Sunscreen is non-negotiable.
- Sweating more than usual? Lavender + Tea Tree Deodorant or Vanilla Honey Deodorant Cream, depending on your scent preference.
- Heading outdoors, hiking, or camping? Into the Woods Bug Spray belongs in your bag.
- Skin feeling reactive from sun exposure? Nourishing Vanilla Tallow Cream is gentle enough for daily use.
- Prepping skin for summer or self-tanner? The Organic Sugar Scrub is your first step.
- On the go all day? Keep the Organic Lip Balm and Mineral Mist Electrolytes close by.
- Winding down after a long day? Lavender Lemonade Herbal Loose Tea is the perfect end-of-day ritual.
Summer is hard on your skin and your energy, these are the products we trust to help with both.