Whether you’re jetting off on a summer holiday or you plan to bask in the sun at home, Amazon is the hub for all your essentials.
No matter the plans, we’ve found some of the very best options to consider ahead of warmer weather; from keeping cool to staying tanned and entertained during the warmer months of the year.
In our curated list, there is something for everyone—whatever you’ll be doing over the summer. These items consider all price points and are all available to shop at Amazon now.
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These are the best summer essentials to shop on Amazon right now:
Nuxe Huile Prodigieuse Or Dry Oil
This luxury body oil blends seven precious botanical oils found in Huile Prodigieuse Or. Boasting a light shimmer to give an all-over glow that is suitable for all skin types and tones.
It also helps to moisturize your skin, leaving a satin-like feel that illuminates your face, body, and hair in one step. The dry-touch texture leaves skin silky without any oily residue, ideal to make shoppers look sun-kissed, with an alluring scent.
There are over 1,000 five-star reviews of the product on Amazon. One shopper shared: “I’m obsessed with this stuff. The smell is amazing, although it’s not super strong. It subtly smells like summer.
“The glitter is subtle too, and gives you a nice glow. The oil texture is good for moisturising the skin too. I sometimes use it in my hair. It’s definitely a favourite beauty product!”
Another happy comment read: “It moisturises your skin with a beautiful little touch of shimmer, which is lovely when you’re getting a tan, but it also makes your skin feel incredible.”
However, one shopper wasn’t fond, sharing in a review: “It’s a good product, but I think the smell is too strong for me.” It can also be purchased from Boots.
Valiant Portable Folding Picnic and Camping BBQ – Yellow
If you’re an outdoor cooking fan, the Valiant Portable BBQ is a must-have for entertaining this summer. The lightweight portable charcoal barbecue weighs less than 4kg and allows you to enjoy your favourites anytime and anywhere.
Whether you’re planning a day out, a picnic at the park, or a beachside grill session, you can transport it to its next location, as it features a compact foldaway briefcase design. A sturdy handle and secure latch ensure it stays closed when not in use, while the large grilling rack can accommodate up to six burgers or eight sausages at once.
There are no tools or assembly required – open it out and get to grilling. One shopper shared: “Amazing tiny BBQ! Perfect for two people, easy to carry and very light.
“It worked very well, and the fire is far away from the floor, so it is suitable for most places. I love it!” One buyer, however, said: “I really loved the style and the way it looks, but the legs were not stable or suitable.” Similar can be purchased from B&Q.
JISULIFE Portable Handheld Fan
When the warm weather kicks in, there’s nothing like having a handheld fan to beat the heat. Now you can endure days in the cool, with a strong airflow from this advanced rechargeable fan, which boasts an impressive 21 hours (on the lowest speed) of battery life from just three hours of charging.
A maximum rotating speed of 3400 rpm provides ample cooling for personal use. The mini size makes it ideal for easily carrying it around with you in your purse, pocket, or bag.
One shopper said: “This is great I use it for my desk at work, and on public transport. The size is good and it closes so that it can fit in a small bag. It is not heavy.”
The nifty gadget also doubles up as a power bank to provide emergency power for your mobile phone or other devices. Additionally, the multifunctional device features a built-in flashlight that can be activated by long-pressing the power button, to provide light whenever needed.
However, some reviewers found the fan “hard to open up”.
Women Swimsuit Cover-Up
Perfect for days in the sun, shoppers have hailed this cover-up as ‘stunning’ for holidays abroad and keeping comfortable in their swimwear. The long cardigan is crafted from super soft lace material and boasts intricate detailing all over – a must-have addition to your summer wardrobe.
One five-star rating said: “I saw somebody wearing one of these on “Below Deck” and immediately thought how great it looked. I was delighted to see it was available on Amazon. It is exactly how it looks and is described.
“It is so pretty and goes with swimwear for a beach cover-up or you can wear it with shorts and a vest top and it looks stylish and boho.”
Another shopper said the item does come up long though: “This cover-up is absolutely beautiful and good quality fabric, however, it’s too long. I’m 5ft1, size 10/12 and unfortunately, it looked too big on me both in length and fit.
“Such a shame it wasn’t for me as it really is a stunning cover-up.” Similar cover-ups can be bought at M&S.
Marshall Willen Bluetooth Speaker
The Willen Speaker from Marshall is ideal for the summer festivities, the speaker is small and portable but packs a punch in the volume department. As well as being dust and water-resistant it’s made with 60% recycled materials.
It’s also got a great battery life for its size of 15+ hours, to keep you tuned into your favourite tunes all day. One comment from a buyer said alongside a five-star review: “I am extremely impressed with its sound quality and design.
“The speaker has a retro look that is reminiscent of Marshall’s classic guitar amplifiers and it adds a touch of nostalgia to the overall aesthetic.” One of the few lower-star reviews said: “I was expecting a bit more from this, maybe because of the brand.
“I’m such a sound snob and the bass on this portable speaker is overpowering and there is no way to adjust it.” Alternatively, John Lewis has a selection of portable speakers to choose from.
HAUSHOF Travel Tumbler
Whether it’s an iced coffee, a delicious cocktail or a refreshing drink you can keep your beverages cool for up to 24 hours with the HAUSHOF tumbler. This travel tumbler is available for nearly £25 below the price of a Stanley cup but does the same thing – keeping your iced drinks cool for up to a day and helping to keep your warm beverages hot for up to six hours.
A leakproof lid with triple wall insulation ensures that your favourite drinks stay in the tumbler and to your exact preferences.
In one review a shopper said: “This is a really good product. It’s big enough for any large takeaway coffee and stayed hot for hours and doesn’t leak. I’ve also used it to keep milk fresh and cold over two nights in a hotel with no fridge.”
One reviewer wasn’t sold saying: “The mug keeps the heat excellently and is very large but it has one major design flaw. The lid does not screw on so you can drink while holding the handle.”
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oscaurt Beach Bag
To conveniently carry around all of your summer essentials, this beach bag is perfect for doing so stylishly. The £16.99 accessory is currently reduced from its original £20 price tag.
This waterproof beach tote is perfect to keep your belongings dry, clean, and secure. It has a large zipper pocket and a bonus waterproof phone case. It boasts a generous XL capacity that’s perfect to keep all of your belongings in order, the bag also includes a separate waterproof wet pocket for wet swimsuits and towels.
One customer raved: “Brilliant beach or picnic bag – waterproof and sturdy without being cumbersome or heavy!” Another said: “Good bag, used for a week extensively and stored for our next holiday. Nice choice of colours and it is sturdy and a good size.”
One person wasn’t happy about the size of the bag, sharing: “It’s quite heavy even before you put anything in it and based on the description, I was expecting it to be able to hold more than it actually can.”
Check out high-street stores such as Boots and Marks and Spencer for travel accessories, beauty products, and other essentials.
