Vacation reviews and discussion

4.5

93% of reviewers would recommend to a friend

Reviews mention

  • Nostalgic, transportive fragrance
  • Innovative, playful formats
  • Smooth, non-greasy application
  • Cohesive, iconic branding
  • Strong scent intensity
  • Inconsistent spray mechanism
  • Leaky, finicky oil packaging
  • Occasional eye sting/pilling

Vacation wins raves for making sunscreen enjoyable, with reviews praising the nostalgic, “best-smelling” scents, clever Classic Whip mousse, and formulas that apply smoothly without greasy residue or white cast; many say the products “work” and prevent burns. Reviews also flag drawbacks: strong fragrance, SPF levels that feel too low for some, uneven spray mechanisms or leaky oil packaging, occasional eye sting/pilling, and portions that feel small for frequent use.

AI summary based on Thingtesting reviews

648 reviews and posts

  • I love this feel and texture of the whipped sunscreen. It's super light and dries with a powder-like texture, not too greasy and didn't leave a white cast. And super fun to use!

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    Obviously, the spray can isn't really travel friendly but otherwise it's great!

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  • The sunscreen was a very interesting formula, it smelled a lot better than other sunscreens and the whipped option is easy to apply

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    I think because it was whipped it was pretty sticky for me to apply

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  • The new classic whip is ridiculously fun. It actually comes out just like whipped cream I don’t think you’d actually be able to tell the difference. So fun to use and rubs in like a dream.

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    The smell can be a little strong if you’re sensitive to fragrance, but I know the classic scent is part of the brand.

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  • Playful and unique branding! I got the Class Whip and the texture/application is unlike any sunscreen products I've ever seen. It does look and feel like whipped cream. Made applying sunblock daily much more fun.

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    Fulfillment and shipping was super slow.

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  • oh my lanta! first, how fun is the branding? the SMELL truly makes you feel like vacation even in your own backyard. I am ready to close out summer with this sunscreen!

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  • I love this product! Super cool and it smells soooo good. Not really practical though and a little on the expensive side to use regularly. But, it's fun for occasion and very cool idea. I love the old style branding and the attention to detail.

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    Expanded rage of SPFs

  • It’s an effective sunscreen. I was hoping the fragrance would be more of a luxury scent. It’s not. It’s smells like any random sunscreen on the market. It’s obvious how much effort they’ve put into the brand identity and I want to love it. I probably won’t buy it again though. It does the job screening the sun it just isn’t anything special.

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    Make the fragrance more interesting. I wish it was the Le labo of sunscreens.

  • I have only used the cream based sunscreens and the aftercare spray. The cream sunscreens help spray tans stay on longer compared to can sunscreens. I would recommend the sunscreens to friends and family.

  • Ordered the classic sunscreen along with a Vacation brand tee and a Poolsuite FM dad hat. Really really love this brand. Products are high quality and the vibe is so on point!

  • Exceptional smelling sunscreen. The classic lotion is everything you could want out of sunscreen.

  • I am a sunscreen addict and I live in a semi-tropic climate so I'm always in the market for a sunscreen that doesnt pill or make me sticky or gross in some way. The whole line is good but the Chardonnay Oil is a game changer. I was even able to get my sunscreen-texture-averse boyfriend to use it regularly. It applies REALLY smooth, doesn't stay greasy, and smells really light and fresh.

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    The chardonnay oil packaging looks cool but ALWAYS leaks when I travel with it.

  • LOVE this brand and the brand experience they want to give each customer. I absolutely love the Super Spritzer and the Chardonnay Oil. They both smell amazing and feel great on the skin. I tried to use the Classic Lotion as an everyday face sunscreen, and unfortunately it's just to greasy for that. But a great body sunscreen (which it's more geared toward anyway).

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    Would LOVE if they came out with an everyday face sunscreen to try!

  • I love Vacation - everything about them. The smell is out of this world (Sol de Janeiro Brazilian Bum Bum Body Cream vibes, IYKYK), and the spray packaging is gorgeous. Got this during their ThingDrop and love taking it with me - get compliments on it all the time.

  • My whole family used the Classic Spray SPF 30 on a week long destination wedding trip. Most of us felt that the fragrance, while reminiscent of bygone days at the beach, was way to strong. I think we have all become used to lightly scented or unscented products. Also, most wanted a higher SPF. On the other hand, I really, really like the way the product absorbs into your skin very well and does not feel greasy at all after applying. I appreciate the fact that it is a nice “clean” product. I am personally drawn to the product because I am old enough to remember beach days as a child using Coppertone, Banana Boat, and other coconut-scented products while basking in the sun. I will buy again but younger family members might not.

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    Stronger SPF. Lighter scented or unscented version.

  • This brand is such a vibe, and I admit that's how they sucked me in. I am sucker for a good sunscreen and I've tried a lot as I am pale but spend a lot of time outdoors in the summer. I tried the sprayable classic sunscreen and I was impressed. I find most sprayable sunscreen to be oily and sticky, and this is not like that at all. And the scent is so wonderfully nostalgic.

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    It's still really expensive, even compared with other luxury suncreens.

  • Love the smell and easy application

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    Wish it sprayed on a little more evenly

  • Can’t say enough good things about this brand! From the retro/nostalgic packaging to the perfect summer scent, these SPF products have become my go to all summer long. The lotion absorbs quickly and doesn’t leave a greasy feel. I have been using the Chardonnay Oil lately, and love how it gives a glowy sheen without leaving me feeling too sticky like other oils. My favorite part is that the lotions are TSA friendly! I always have the hardest time packing sunscreens in my carry on and Vacation makes it super easy.

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  • The smell of their sunscreen is amazing it’s so nostalgic and makes me think of past summers! When I apply - it feels like lotion. Love this product!

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    I wish they had a higher SPF

  • I got the spray Classic SPF 30. The scent is great and the feel of the product is nice and light (not greasy).

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    For the price, I would expect a higher quality spray bottle. The top feels really cheap and doesn’t work consistently so you have to fiddle with it quite a bit to get it to spray each time.

  • I absolutely love the smell! The spray goes on nice and evenly and provides really good coverage. I did not get sunburned! I got the spray during Thing Drop and I am so glad I did. The smell takes me back to my childhood. I would recommend!

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    As much as I would recommend, pricing is a little steep for a sunscreen in comparison to large, well known brands that one can find at a drugstore.

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