Our Top eco Beach Holiday Essentials
It´s almost time for the long awaited Summer Holidays so the liveeco team has compiled our top eco beach holiday essentials list for you below. Make sure you´re not caught without any of these items whilst vacationing this summer on SA´s hottest beaches!
1. Eco Beach/Bath Towel
Get your hands on an organic cotton or bamboo beach or bath towel for all those lazy day´s of tanning that lie ahead! Woolies has some cotton bamboo mix towels available in a variety of colours.
2. Eco Beach Bag
The Wren Organic Coffee Sling Bag is perfect for the beach as you don´t have to worry about the fabric getting dirty. It´s big enough to fit in a book, a mag, refreshments, towel, sunscreen, hat, glasses and your ipod! We love it because it´s 100% environmentally friendly. The main fabric is a recycled Jute coffee sack, the lining is certified organic hemp canvas of the highest quality (the fabric that Rembrandt and Van Gogh created their masterpieces on)! Each bag has it’s own special uniqueness and story. There are bags from Zambia, Guatamala, Brazil, India …. all over. They are also from Fairtrade farms which is nice to know.
3. Eco Flops
We love Planet Flops which are made from natural Brazilian rubber and are both soft and durable. Flip Flops are an eco chic summer essential. For a more sophisticated flop check out Think! Shoes.
4. Sunscreen
We all know by now the harsh realities of the sun when it comes to our skin. So be sure to lather up at least 20 minutes before heading outdoors. There are many different natural sunscreens out there to choose from. We love Dr Hauschka´s Sun Care range as they cater for all skin types and have a waterproof range as well. The sunscreen offers immediate, natural protection against UVA and UVB rays upon application to the skin. The non-toxic mineral pigment titanium dioxide offers natural protection without irritating sensitive skin.
5. Eco hat
A hat goes together with sunscreen as ´the´ essential items´ when heading to the beach. When outdoors always remember to take a hat to protect you face and scalp from the sun´s harsh rays. For hemp hats, check out Hemporium.
6. Sustainable Sunglasses
Make sure you are seeing green this summer with Oakley´s latest release, Oakley Gascan´s which are made from recycled materials. The eco-conscious design utilizes 100% bamboo for the icon accents, includes a storage bag made from 100% certified organic bamboo; a sustainable natural fibre that is 100% biodegradable. The packaging is also constructed from recycled materials and printed with eco-friendly, soy-based inks.
The liveeco team
