4.5
93% of reviewers would recommend to a friend
Vacation
4.5 • 637 Reviews
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4.5
93% of reviewers would recommend to a friend
Vacation wins praise in reviews for making sunscreen enjoyable to use—lightweight, non-greasy formulas, playful formats like Classic Whip, and transportive nostalgic scents—while effectively preventing burns for many users. Reviews also flag drawbacks: strong fragrance, occasional stickiness or oily feel, finicky spray/whip nozzles, smaller sizes that empty quickly, and concerns from mineral-only or “clean” ingredient seekers.
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4y ago
I have used the chardonnay oils and really like it as a lightweight oil. However, it does not offer as much sun protection as I’d like. The mineral sunscreen may be better. The oil does not indicate that it is water or sweat resistant which feels like a must for sun protection.
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More clarity on water or sweat resistance. Higher spf options.
4y ago
Great packaging and price point. Product goes on cleanly and smells great. Does the job worth buying
Smells so good and the branding is so cute!!!
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The brand and product is great. We used this sunscreen on our last vacation and had no issues. I will say, we still prefer the larger supergoop option because you go through so much in a typical weekend, but outside of that, we loved it.
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Offer a larger size option similar to super goop
4y ago
This smell is everything. They even included the cutest car freshener in our package. The "whipped cream" lotion is so fun and of course it did it's job, no sun burns here.
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4y ago
I love the classic lotion and spray! And the best part is it's reef safe!
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better "bundle" deals but no real critical feedback!
I got the sunscreen oil and while it feels really nice and absorbs wonderfully, it stiiiiiinks. I’m pretty scent sensitive and it smells like a really strong perfume. I actually had to put it in a couple of ziplock bags before I could give it to a friend.
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Would love an unscented/naturally scented version.
I love trying new sunscreens, and Vacation hit the mark with their Classic Lotion. While it's only SPF 30, the smell and consistency encourage frequent reapplication (every 2 hours!). It's a great travel size for beach days. Want to try the brand's Chardonnay Oil next!
Love the sunscreen and will definitely buy again
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Pretty expensive when compared to similar products
I just bought the perfume VACATION- smells like suntan lotion, pool water and pina coladas. Takes me right back to when I was 16, at the beach. Love the whole brands SUPER RETRO vibe.
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nothing! I have to try more!
Love the packaging, but the product isn't exceptional. The spray ran out so fast that we used it all in one day. It's fun but not worth the expense compared to what you can get in a drugstore. And the smell wasn't as old school sunscreeny as I would have liked. I might try the classic whip because it would be amusing to be at the beach looking like you're applying whipped cream.
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More product for the price. Maybe make a classic colored zinc like we used in the 80s. That stuff was awesome.
I am a vacation FANGIRL. From the stellar products to the incredible branding and well thought newsletters they produce, I am a customer for life, so much so that I have multiple pieces of swag! The smell of the sunscreen is 10/10, and the perfume is addicting.
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Price is a little high for the size of the sunscreens, especially with the amount dermatologists recommend you should use
I absolutely love this sunscreen brand. The vintage marketing is genius and so fun. The sunscreen smells amazing… I haven’t tried their other products but will be buying the candles next. How could you not want a candle that smells like a well tipped pool boy??
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The ONLY issue I have is that it is a little expensive for sunscreen.
The Vacation sunscreen spray is my favorite! I like using a spray sunscreen when I'm about to take a walk or work in the yard, and their spray smells amazing and isn't too sticky. I can't wait to try their lotions.
4y ago
I really wanted to love the products as much as I love the brand! My experience with them has been *good* - not knock your socks off amazing, but good. I would buy the Chardonnay Oil again though. That said, the brand does everything right marketing and messaging wise, so 5/5 on that front for sure!
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For as much hype as it gets, I'd love for the scent to be a bit more pronounced.
Nostalgic sunscreen. I didn't even know I needed it but now I am hooked. Love the mineral lotion - works great for my pickleball adventures (seriously, Im a millennial but I love pickleball. I blame the 80's).
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More DTC wholesale partners to reduce ship costs. But until then, I'll be jamming to your retro tunes whilst shopping.
Vacation's Classic Lotion an almost perfect sunscreen, though I'm partial to an SPF 50. The real winner is their Chardonnay Oil. I was super skeptical that an oil-format SPF 30 would do much for me, sun protection-wise, but the 3.4 oz bottle was absolutely perfect for a recent long weekend trip to the Caribbean. A little of this oil goes a long way, plus it's fun to reapply. Highly, highly recommend!
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I wish they offered a higher SPF (50, etc.)
I’ve only tried the Chardonnay oil to sunbathe by the pool (did not get wet). It smells delicious and luxurious. It makes your skin slick and shiny. A little goes a long way. It’s not waterproof and says so on the packaging. I think it’s great for going to a pool party where you wanna look glowy and sexy and smell good but probably not ideal for an active beach/pool day.
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I think it would be better as a mist or spray bc handling the product can be awkward since you have to pour it on your hand. Would love it to be in a more luxurious bottle too
4y ago
I ordered the mineral sunscreen and the spray sunscreen, and they’re both great! The mineral sunscreen is unscented (which I didn’t realize when I ordered, but that’s okay) and has a pretty minimal white cast and a nice, hydrating feel. The spray sunscreen smells AMAZING, and while I haven’t used it yet other than to test a spot on my hand, the scent alone makes it a winner for me.
Love the branding, it definitely creates a vibe! The smell is amazing and I love the functionality of the spray. I will buy this again over other grocery store spray sunscreens.
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Nothing!