Eco-Friendly Beach Accessories -What To Bring

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If you enjoy the good fortune of living near a beach (or a body of water, or just somewhere with lots of sun), then you’ll need to be prepared with certain beach bag essentials. A blanket and a good book are a good start to any relaxing afternoon communing with nature, but if you want to enhance your sojourn, I’ve culled 10 must-have beauty essentials. Even better? These goodies also pay their respects to the environment by being cruelty-free, so you can hit the beach with a clear conscience. Surf’s up!

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