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Preteen Summer Must-Haves
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items A curated mix of items my preteens have tested, approved and actually use. Everything for the season including everyday essentials, fashion and swimwear, travel favorites, and fun new finds that have made it into the summer rotation.
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Preteen Swimwear Essentials That Slay
Preteen Summer Survival Kit
Preteen Summer New Arrivals and Fresh Finds
Preteen Summer Outfits and Fashion Style Guide
Preteen Swimwear Essentials That Slay
Preteen swimwear. Cute and comfortable swimsuits for beach days, pool time, and summer trips. Easy styles designed for play, movement, and all day water fun.
My daughter and her friends are all sporting this cute and comfortable floral swimsuit this summer! Available in a variety of colors with adjustable straps to grow with her, removable padding allows a personalized fit, and quick-dry fabric keeps her ...
QJQ Girls 2-Piece Floral Swimsuit – Cute Floral Print Bikini Set for Kids/Preteens
We use Dock & Bay towels all the time. They dry fast fold down small and pack away easily. No more lugging wet towels home. Bonus points for their bright colors and generous size.
Quick-Dry Beach Towels | Sand-Free Towels - Dock & Bay
This beach bag checks all the boxes. It’s the perfect size and style, and it’s sturdy enough for everything we need at the beach, pool or just a day out. It’s so good we each bought our own in our favorite colors
Beach Bags, Summer Travel Mesh Tote Bag
Preteen Summer Survival Kit
Preteen summer everyday essentials. Reliable everyday basics for warm weather including skincare, comfy shoes, bags, and easy lifestyle staples they use all summer for school breaks, outings, travel, and hanging out.
Lightweight whipped sunscreen with SPF 30 protection that I keep on hand for beach days and travel. Fast-absorbing, non-greasy feel that’s perfect for daily use, and the preteens love it because it goes on smooth and doesn’t feel heavy. Compact size ...
Classic Whip SPF 30 - Vacation Sunscreen
These are a go-to in our house for preteens—lightweight, waterproof EVA sandals with adjustable straps and a cushy, comfy footbed. Easy slip-on style that works for beach days, pool runs, travel, and everyday wear. Durable, quick-dry, and super easy ...
Birkenstock Arizona EVA Sandals – Preteen Favorite Waterproof Slides
This foaming body wash is a great everyday shower staple for preteens. It is gentle on skin, lathers easily, and rinses clean without leaving dryness behind. It comes in a variety of scents, so it’s easy to find one your tween loves. The foam makes i...
Fun and Foam-y Body Wash
My daughter is obsessed with this and so am I. Kitsch hair perfume is light, fresh, and perfect for a quick hair refresh on the go. Comes in multiple scents.
Shop Hair Perfumes | KITSCH
A favorite in our house! According to my daughter, “It’s so refreshing.” I love it because it’s preteen safe skincare.
Hit Refresh Soothing and Hydrating Serum Mist with Cucumber Extract
I just discovered these Hawaiian flower claw clips and we love them! They’re the perfect summer hair accessory — stylish, functional, and such an easy way to throw your hair up while still looking put together. Perfect for beach days, pool days, or t...
Flower Hair Claw Clips
Sun Bum makes an incredible SPF lip balm that my family swears by. It’s hydrating, soft, non-sticky, and smells amazing. Watermelon is my personal favorite, but it comes in other fun scents too. A summer bag essential for keeping lips protected and m...
Original SPF Lip Balm - Sun Bum
Sun Bum has been, and always will be, my family’s favorite sunscreen. It goes on light, dries invisible, and provides long-lasting sun protection. The sunscreen spray and face stick are both summer essentials we never leave home without.
Broad Spectrum SPF & Water Resistant Sunscreen - Sun Bum
Preteen Summer New Arrivals and Fresh Finds
New summer finds for preteens. Fresh, fun picks I’ve discovered recently that are a little different from everyday essentials, including cute style pieces, beach extras, and travel-ready favorites
A fun summer fragrance set that feels perfect for preteens getting ready for beach days, trips, and outings. Includes Sol de Janeiro’s signature warm, beachy scents in a travel-friendly set that’s easy to toss in a bag. A cute little summer treat for...
Sol de Janeiro Destination Drop Set – Preteen Summer Perfume Mist Set
I had to grab this limited-edition Bubble x Poppi lip serum collab for my girls the minute I heard about it. It is such a fun “New Finds” pick for preteens. What tween doesn’t love Bubble, Poppi and a limited edition collab?! It has that glossy, non-...
Bubble x Poppi Lip Serum Duo Collab (Limited-Edition for Girls)
When my daughter pulled me into Sephora, I figured it was just another product. But oh my, this limited edition drop from Laneige cannot smell any better. It’s so worth checking out.
Acai Mango Smoothie | LANEIGE
Preteen Summer Outfits and Fashion Style Guide
Preteen approved summer fashion that feels easy, fun, and a little bit cool without trying too hard. Think light fabrics, bright moods, comfy fits for hot days, and outfits that move from beach hangs to late ice cream runs without missing a beat.
These shorts are a non-negotiable in our house. From camp to the court to dinner with the crew these Aerie flowy shorts are a wardrobe staple. They are cute with tanks and tees for her and they hold up through the play hard days of summer for you.
OFFLINE By Aerie Real Me Crossover Flowy Short | OFFLINE
If your preteen loves Edikted like mine and you are looking for a full coverage, age appropriate, soft durable tanka this is it!
76 Contrast Tank Top - Edikted