Often, an amazing day at the beach can get marred by sand-covered towels and the fear of getting robbed while taking a dip in the ocean.
That's why we've scoured the internet to come up with 13 easy hacks that will guarantee a better beach day.
Invest in a waterproof phone case, or use a zip lock baggie.
A water-logged phone can really be a downer on your beach day, so it's smart to invest in a waterproof phone case.
If you don't want to spend the extra money, a zip lock bag has the same effect. The touchscreen will still work through the bag!
Use baby powder to remove sand from your skin.
Nothing is worse than being covered in sticky sand that refuses to budge. Baby powder removes moisture from your skin, making the sand fall right off your body.
Bury your cups and glasses in the sand.
Bury your cups and glasses in the sand to ensure that they don't tip over. If you're feeling fancy, you can even buy glasses that were specifically made for this, and even float in the water.
Get a beach vault to protect your belongings.
This nifty little product will keep your belongings safe while you're in the water. All you need to do is put you stuff in it and bury it discreetly.
Hide your money in an empty sanitary pad wrapper.
You can also protect your cash by putting it in an empty sanitary pad wrapper.
Hide valuables in a diaper.
Hide money or other valuables in a diaper.
Use a waterproof blanket.
Nothing is worse than laying on a damp blanket after taking a dip in the water. Invest in a waterproof blanket to to keep your sunny spot dry.
Bring a fitted sheet to keep sand out.
Using a fitted sheet on the beach is an easy way to keep the sand off of your blanket. Simply put your coolers or bags in the four corners of the sheet, and fold it up around them. This will create a barricade that keeps sand out.
Or, buy towels that claim to let sand to slip off easily.
Bring lemons.
Brighten your hair with a spritz of lemon juice — or just squeeze it into your beverages for an extra refreshing drink.
Bring a kiddie pool so you don't have to worry about your children.
If your kids are scared of the waves, bring an inflatable pool to the beach. They'll have a blast, and you won't have to worry as much.
Freeze your water bottles to ensure they stay cold longer.
Everyone knows it's important to stay hydrated during a day in the sun. Freeze your water bottles to keep them cold for longer. Even better, freeze reusable water bottles to prevent pollution on the beach.
Freeze aloe in ice cube trays for quick relief.
Got too much sun? Keep some frozen aloe vera cubes in your cooler for instant relief.
Avoid burning your hands on your car's steering wheel after a day at the beach by turning the wheel upside down before leaving your car for the day.
On a hot day, turn your steering wheel upside down so that when you get in the car, you don't burn your fingers on the way home.
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