Though summer is full of travel adventures, yummy food and loads of outdoor activities, it’s also the season where deodorant and perfume are musts. While proper personal hygiene is important, taking showers throughout the day’s activities is not always possible. We’ve all experienced the fun of being outdoors for one too many hours and desperately wanting to take a rinse. But whether you’re having outdoor fun or looking for post-workout refreshment, these pocket-size solutions will keep you clean and smelling fresh on the go.
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These Pocket Refreshers Are Like A Shower in Your Purse
Josie Maran
Bear Naked Wipes Mini, $12 at Sephora
Humid days bring sticky conditions and often leave us wanting a quick refresh. These cleansing wipes remove makeup and dirt with a gentle and moisturizing formula. Filled with argan oil, aloe vera, chamomile and cucumber, these wipes will cleanse, hydrate and soothe in a simple swipe.
Secret
Freshie Paris Rose Invisible Solid Antiperspirant and Deodorant, $4.99 at Target
There’s nothing worse than needing a touch-up of deodorant on a hot summer day. These cute little pods resemble a lip balm favorite so there’s no embarrassment when you pull it out of your purse.
Milk Makeup
Matcha Cleanser, $26 at Sephora
No need to pack your full-size face wash when you can use this on-the-go stick. It’s packed with matcha green tea (hello, antioxidants) to cleanse, exfoliate and detoxify your complexion. Best of all, it’s solid, so TSA won’t fret if you pop it in your purse or carry-on.
Rebels Refinery
Dirty Boy Bamboo Wipes, $5.99 at Target
These biodegradable wipes are made with natural bamboo so they are über soft to the touch. The unisex wipes cleanse from head to toe with a blend of witch hazel, green tea and willow bark extract.
Yuni
Flash Bath No-Rinse Body Cleanser, $9 at Macy’s
This no-water-needed cleanser is like shower magic. Apply this antibacterial foam that disappears as it cleanses and refreshes. It’s infused with essential oils to ease your mind and give you your zen back just like a traditional shower.
René Furterer
Naturia Dry Shampoo Travel Size, $16 at DermStore
This dry shampoo is great post-workout or when you pressed snooze one too many times in the morning. Simply spritz on your scalp and the absorbing powder rids strands of excess oil while adding shine and volume. Think of it as your entire hair care routine in a tiny can.
Foreo
Luna Mini 2, $139 at Sephora
This adorable face cleanser is small enough to throw in your purse or gym bag and gives a deep clean in minutes. Its soft bristles will scrub away dirt and debris without irritation so you can rinse to a smooth, clean complexion.