Look Great, Avoid Sunburns, & Stay Hydrated on Your Desert Vacation

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We know summer fun is just around the corner. And your summer plans might include exciting prospects like heading somewhere tropical for some relaxing beach time or going on a desert adventure to see a music festival or camp.

And unlike the humid tropics, the desert environment is hot and dry. You'll need specific items to feel and look your best while you're on vacation.

Our shopping experts searched high and low for travel must-haves, which include everything from long-lasting makeup products to a portable neck fan. Consider this your ultimate desert trip packing list.

Sun protection is non-negotiable while you're out there having the time of your life. Make sure to apply sunscreen to your face, neck, chest, arms, and wherever else the sun might hit ya. Looking for some extra sun protection? Be sure to throw on a cute hat to keep the sun out of your face! 

Apply lip balm before, during, and after your dry weather adventure to keep your pout nice and juicy. No one wants chapped lips on vacay. 

Feeling the heat? Pop on the viral cooling cap from HUNGOVRAF, which is basically like an ice pack for your head. While it's ideal for post-party mornings, wearing this cap can also help cool you down after hours in the desert sun. It can even help soothe migraines!

Whether your exploring sand dunes on an ATV at a national park, soaking up some desert sun at a relaxing spa in Palm Springs, or road tripping to a music festival, you won't want to be without these packing essentials if you want to survive the desert.

Dry weather calls for an added boost of hydration, including for your lips, which is why you need this lip mask.

Made with hyaluronic acid, coconut oil, and shea butter, it delivers much-needed moisture while leaving behind a glossy shine.

There's no better way to beat the heat after a day out in the desert than by popping on this cooling cap, which went viral on TikTok for a very good reason.

This stretchy cap provides 360-degree cooling comfort, perfect for bringing down your temperature or soothing a migraine. Just pop it in the freezer and it will be ready to go whenever you need it.

Stay hyrdated when you need it most, including the airplane to the desert. This thermos, which keeps drinks cold for up to 25 hours, makes it easy.

Available in several colors and sizes, it will help keep you hydrated throughout your vacay.

If you self-tan your body and want your face to match — or you just want to get a bronzy tan before your vacay — you'll love this self-tanning facial mist.

Not only does this product help you achieve a sun-kissed glow without sun exposure, it also gives your skin a hydrated, dewey finish.

Stay cool on the go with this portable and rechargeable neck fan. Featuring three fan settings, we love that it hangs around your neck so you can remain hands free.

It's no central A.C., but it comes in handy when you're outside braving the desert heat.

Feeling overheated? Spritz some of this spray on your face and body for immediate relief.

Ingredients including rosemary, tea tree, spearmint, peppermint oil offer a welcome cooling sensation. Since it's travel-sized, you can easily keep it in a purse and whip it out when needed.

If you want your makeup to have any chance of lasting, you need this waterproof setting powder.

Available in several shades, this powder controls oil and sweat while giving your complexion a matte finish. Plus, the silky texture blurs pores and smooths texture.

If you want your makeup to have any chance of lasting, you need this waterproof setting powder.

Available in several shades, this powder controls oil and sweat while giving your complexion a matte finish. Plus, the silky texture blurs pores and smooths texture.

The desert sun is no joke, which is why you need to apply (and reapply) this sunscreen constantly.

It boasts SPF 30 and can be used on your face and body.

You might be worried about sweating your makeup off but don't forget to keep your skin hydrated if you want a flawless base in the dry desert.

Made with sweet almond, grape seed, and sunflower seed oil, this primer helps lock in moisture and provides a dewy glow. 

Laidback yet stylish, this denim baseball cap will pair perfectly with tons of outfits, from activewear to lunch looks. But best of all it will keep your face out of the sun and help prevent sunburns.

We also love that it has an adjustable strap.