Summer Essentials for Her in 2022

Now’s the time to gear up and get summertime fine, and while most other outlets only offer ways to look pretty, we worked a bit harder to find the things to actually make your summer better. Rest assured, we know Texas has some of the most beautiful women across the globe (have you seen you lately? STUNNING!) But beauty doesn’t do much if you’re not having a good time. So here are 10 summer essentials every woman needs — including some fashion and beauty products.

The PuffCuff

PuffCuff is a hair tool created specifically for curly hair. While a simple idea in theory, most hair accessories on the market are created for straight hair, making the PuffCuff a first of its kind. As curls come in a spectrum that ranges from loose waves to tightly curled coils, PuffCuff is designed to work with a variety of hair types from 2c to 4c, allowing curlfriends to create many beautiful styles without headache-causing cinching, pulling, ripping, or tearing of their hair. Available at thepuffcuff.com and Amazon. 

CBD Bath Bombs from Miraflora

Summer is prime time for relaxation and rejuvenation, and one of the best ways to do both is with a nice hot bath. Refresh the way you relax with Miraflora’s therapeutic Lavender Jasmine and Citrus Rosemary bath bombs. With two deliciously rich fragrances, Miraflora’s luxurious hemp-infused bath bombs make any bath a therapeutic experience to remember. Miraflora bath bombs are infused with 60 mg of full-spectrum hemp flower oil that will help nourish and support healthy skin. A regimen that promotes whole-body health has many components, and CBD has been shown to be an effective one. Their bath bombs may calm inflammation, encourage restful sleep, and promote a balanced mood.

Boxxle

This is a must-have for wine lovers! Keep the party in good spirits at home with wine on tap without the less-than-appealing box on the counter. This dispenser holds up to four bottles of wine or one boxed wine, and it uses new technology to dispense wine, elevating the experience both by offering a convenient and attractive one-button touch to pour wine and by placing the spigot above the rim of the glass for easy dispensing. Boxxle keeps wine fresh for up to a month if you don’t finish it all in one gathering, and prevents oxidation, which eliminates spoiled wine.

A Perfect Skincare Routine from Yangu Beauty

We’ve talked about Yangu Beauty for years now, and for good reason. Their award-winning products are designed for women of color, utilizing the ancient wisdom of the tried and true herbs, plants and oils of foremothers in Southern Africa. Their products can work wonders for women this summer, and your skin will love the fact that these Dallas-based beauty products are free of parabens, animal products and artificial coloring.

Basin + Range Waffle Gauze Sleeveless Romper

Comfort is critical when facing the Texas heat that comes in the summertime, and this romper doesn’t sacrifice your sense of style in the process. The Waffle Gauze Sleeveless Romper is a ready-made look ideal for everything from walks with our favorite furry friend to brunch in the sun. This romper makes pulling together an outfit a breeze with extra style points for the smaller details like the buttons.

The Purser LL From Dragon

Speaking of style, we can’t forget how necessary a great set of shades will be this summer. Dragon’s got you covered with their new feminine sunglasses. Featuring eye-catching gradient colors and made of high-quality acetate, the Purser is a fresh new style guaranteed to make you feel at your best with an ultra-modern look. The Purser LL comes in four colors, and we love the rose beige gradient, but you can’t go wrong with black.

The Brigden from Kodiak

Don’t be afraid to get outside and get active this summer. If you’re planning an outdoor adventure this season, you’ll want an athletic-inspired lifestyle shoe that is perfect for keeping your shoe game in style. Urban style and trail-tested performance come together to create this shoe that’s part sneaker, part hiker and all comfort. Crafted with a genuine suede and textile upper, it breathes easy in the Texas heat. To repel water and stains, they used Scotchgard™ Protector from 3M, so your shoes will look great as long as you’ve got them. The combination of a lightweight EVA insole and slip-resisting outsole means exceptional comfort and traction—from city streets to mountain trails. And the icing on the cake — recycled materials help limit your environmental impact.

The Perfect Beach Towel from Tesalate

Whether you’re lounging poolside on the weekends or digging your toes in the sand on vacation this summer, using the same old scratchy towels everyone else has just won’t cut it — that’s where Tesalate comes in. Built with high-performance AbsorbLite™ fabric, Tesalate towels deliver sand-free, ultra-absorbent, super-compact and rapid-dry tech for simply better beach days. The Tesalate Towel for Two is just like the original sand-free beach towel, only bigger. They have tons of designs to choose from so there’s sure to be a towel to match your style.

Packing Cubes

Summer is the time to catch a few flights and see new sights. But when you get to the hotel, do you find it hard to quickly find the item you want from your suitcase? Do you have a habit of forgetting something at home because your suitcase is packed to the brim? Now’s the time to make the change and upgrade your luggage game with this 8-piece travel set. This set is made with a tear-resistant nylon fabric and special zipper to make them durable and rip-resistant.

A Sous Vide Precision Cooker

Sous vide (pronounced “sue-veed”) cooking offers the perfect level of doneness for nearly any food. Chicken, fish, vegetables, eggs, beef, lamb, pork and more are all ideal foods for sous vide. The ability to lock in flavor and moisture during the cooking process results in texture and taste that is second to none. Whether cooking a simple meal or an extravagant feast, the Anova Precision Cooker circulates water at the exact temperature required for perfectly cooked meals, no matter what's on your menu. Use the Anova app to access thousands of free recipes and monitor your cooking from anywhere via your smartphone.

Bonus: Décor Close to the Heart

Going beyond just a standard flower pot, Rooted Pots pays tribute to everything that makes Black people amazing. Focused on the features that society has tried to minimize and shame, these Afrocentric planters bring much needed black representation and celebration to your life. Each design is customizable to fit your style and vision. Add earrings, necklaces, and nose rings to any pot, like Onileola, and even paint the DIY option to fully represent yourself. A beautiful and artistic way to elevate any home and workspace. These gorgeous pots are also 100% 3D printed!