Vacation reviews and discussion

4.5

93% of reviewers would recommend to a friend

Reviews mention

  • Nostalgic, transportive signature scent
  • Lightweight, non-greasy formulas
  • Clever, conversation-starting packaging
  • Consistently effective sun protection
  • Overpowering fragrance for some
  • Small sizes deplete quickly
  • Inconsistent spray/nozzle mechanics
  • Leaky oil and packaging issues

Vacation earns strong reviews for making sunscreen genuinely enjoyable and effective, with lightweight formulas that blend cleanly, prevent burns, and deliver a nostalgic coconut-banana “summer” scent. Reviews also flag weaknesses: potent fragrance, small sizes that run out quickly, occasional packaging issues (leaky oil, finicky spray/whip mechanics), mixed experiences with mineral options and oil protection, and some users finding performance comparable to drugstore formulas.

AI summary based on Thingtesting reviews

624 reviews and posts

  • Have every product. Love the smell, love the branding, love the consistent storytelling across product,

  • I returned this as soon as I saw it wasn’t SPF 50 + In Australia we must all use SPF 50+ otherwise we would all get skin cancer.

  • I used the mineral sunscreen and I absolutely loved it. I was travelling and needed a body sunscreen in a pinch - the other mineral sunscreen I tried was so hard to spread and left white patches everywhere. The Vacation sunscreen blended with so much less effort. I purchased it for the clean ingredients but I’ll keep buying because of how well it works.

  • This sunscreen is amazing! It's not overly greasy, and smells really good. The only drawback is that it's a bit more expensive than other sunscreens.

    Verified purchase

  • I have loved most of the products I’ve tried from Vacation. Smell is amazing. The spray in particular is really nice to use. My one issue is with the face spritz which I think is too sticky. Other than 10/10.

  • I've tried the Oil, Lotion, and perfume and have to say I love Vacation products. The perfume smells like 'Pool Club Rich Lady' in the most nostalgic way.

  • Love the branding, packaging and marketing! It’s super engaging and aligns with what I think beauty and lifestyle brands should be aiming for now. The signature scent isn’t exactly my cup of tea but I can say its description is spot on. Of all their products, I’m loving the Super Spritz because it’s small enough to grab and go and has a fine mist, although, again, the scent isn’t my favorite.

  • Amazing products and great advertising! Normal sunscreens break me out and clog my pores, but so far with 'Vacation' I have only had good experiences!

  • I don’t really like the beach, but I do enjoy the smells of the beach. Enter Vacation. All the smells of the beach without the hassle of the sand and sharks. Why go on vacation when you can have Vacation on you?

  • I really enjoyed this sunscreen. Great smell, reef safe and the whipped texture actually makes it easier to apply. The only downside to me is the cost for how long it lasts. Otherwise, great product.

  • I used the SPF 30 yellow cap tubed lotion this summer. As a medical aesthetician, I loved it. The smell didnt linger and it did not give me a "chalky" look. Would definitely use other products in the system!

    Received a free product from Vacation
  • Not only is it the best smelling sunscreen out, but it goes on nicely and doesn’t leave a white-cast that has you looking insane.

  • I have the perfume and it's such a good summer scent, it's so nostalgic just like the branding!

  • Products are really good and generally I tend to use them. But the classic lotion doesn't absorb as fast as I would like and at the beach i don't like using products that are not super fast absorbing. Apart from this I like them overall

  • Aside from the obvious fun retro packaging, this brand creates products that actually deliver. One of a kind yet nostalgic scents and formulations AND safe skincare practice in mind. The chardonnay oil and classic whip are personal faves.

  • It perfect for body sunscreen it applies very clear and not at all oily which is big pro for me especially during summer. Definitely recommended

    Received a free product from Vacation
  • The products work really well Packaging appealing Worth the Money

  • I used the spray. I liked the "beach" smell and the texture/lack of greasiness. the cap of the spray is a bit difficult to maneuver to extract the spray but otherwise I liked it

    Verified purchase

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  • Smells amazing! Love the consistency of being on the thicker side but not too much so. I wish it had zinc but was still extremely happy with the product.