4.5
93% of reviewers would recommend to a friend
Vacation
4.5 • 624 Reviews
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4.5
93% of reviewers would recommend to a friend
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.
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3y ago
So worth it! The sunscreen smells AMAZING and has a safe formula. I love it so much!
3y ago
I tried the whipped sunscreen and it was pretty good! It's lightweight but bit on the oily side. It did not sit well under my makeup. It started to separate around my nose and forehead, where I am most oily. I did wear it without makeup and it gave me a pretty glow.
3y ago
I bought the Vacation spray SPF last year before going on a vacation to a lake. It was the middle of summer and super sunny out. I used the spray all over before heading to the lake and reapplied every 2 hours but I was not happy because somehow I ended up still burned. Yes this brand smells great and it has a fun style and look but I’m not sure if the SPF is effective.
3y ago
Their sunscreen is really amazing. It does not leave any white cast and is easy to apply. The best part is how this smells and brings back so much of nostalgia. I don’t know what notes do I smell but whatever it smells like makes me want to reapply it again and again!
3y ago
What made me get into this product was their really cool retro music site called poolside.fm. Since then all I buy is Vacation sunscreen because I want to support their endeavors which are so creative! I loved the little marketing materials the products come in and they truly smell great. The tanning oil and the tube sunscreen are the ones I’ve bought and will buy again. Who doesn’t like a brand with humor? Oh, I’m a Miami native, so that might also make me biased. ;)
3y ago
I really LOVE this sunscreen lotion! It smells absolutely wonderful. Some coconut, some banana, some floral. All of it smells like fun! This also is non-greasy, so it rubs in very well. I have not really gotten to put it to the test as far as the sunscreen protection goes, but since it IS February right now I decided to go ahead and report on the characteristics of this lotion that could be important to you ahead of the bright rays of summer sun. I was thinking it might be a little pricey, but then I looked at the prices of some similar items currently for sale and I guess this actually falls in line with those. Guess you can tell I don't go through a whole lot of sunscreen! I will say that it is convenient for this to be a three-pack. Each tube is plenty big enough to take with you for a day in the sun, and you can put the extra tubes in the car or your beach bag, or what have you. Can also share it with friends who spend more time in the sun. I gave a tube to my best friend who is fair skinned and needs a strong SPF factor. I feel good about the protection it will give her, and she loves the scent and consistency of it, so win-win!
3y ago
Love the aerosol cool whip inspired SPF. Quite clever, easy to use. Nice formula melted on to skin immediately.
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I love the nostalgic design of the brand. I wouldn’t change anything
3y ago
The packaging design and the smell of banana and wet lycra transported me back to the early nineties at the pool club eating bomb pops and executing near perfect jackknifes off the diving board. I prefer the spray bottle for the bottle and appreciate the recent release of their 50 SPF.
3y ago
It’s the perfect blend of nostalgia and actually great sunscreen. I’m a HUGE fan of the smell of sunscreen. I got the regular lotion and the whipped lotion and I cannot get over how fun the whipped cream can of sunscreen is. I’m sure it’s a head turner in public. Also I weirdly want to eat it. I want to try their perfume because if I could walk around all day smelling like this sunscreen that would be a dream. They also have car air fresheners.
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It’s a little pricy but I also recognize that I’m buying the novelty of the packaging as well. It’s definitely a luxury sunscreen item that’s not unaffordable, but compared to other brands is more expensive.
3y ago
Smell immediately transported me to a vacation spot. It’s comforting. It doesn’t feel heavy after applying and it’s got a lightweight consistency.
3y ago
Absolutely love this brand and their ethos and branding, as someone who grew up in Miami, the nostalgic vibes are immaculate. Their products also really work and I love applying sunscreen and even use it as lotion sometimes due to the lovely scent.
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I’d love to say higher spf in these as someone who uses spf 50 on their face regularly
4y ago
First off, the branding of this product is absolutely adorable. I bought one of their shirts and I LOVE it. The lotion doesnt make me feel gross or icky. Feels very natural.
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Really enjoy the product. would recommend the spray!
4y ago
Highly recommended!
4y ago
I started slowly switching out all my products to clean products and I received this sunscreen as a gift and fell in love with everything from the branding, to the scent, feel & texture.
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I would love to see more products from Vacation!
4y ago
I found the perfume at a random store and bought it immediately! I never thought i would enjoy the smell of sunscreen but I absolutely love how this smells. I’ve never smelled anything like it and I will be repurchasing.
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The only thing that could be improved is offering a bigger size bottle for the perfume
4y ago
I’m very sensitive with my skin and I need none chemical products and this one was perfect for me
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Maybe making it less oily
4y ago
I LOVE the chardonnay oil! I feel like my skin is glowy and full of moisture after being in the sun!! It smells good and doesn't feel sticky or oily. 10/10 for the chic package design too. I feel like a 90s super model when I use it ;)
4y ago
Wow - if you like the nostalgic smell of sunscreen in the best way possible, you'll love these products. I love the packaging and vintage feel of the products. The SPF if fine for minimal sun (depending on exposure) but both the classic and mineral rub in nicely and don't leave a greasy feel.
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Higher SPF options would be great.
4y ago
I can't get over how good this sunscreen smells, and the branding is on point - I always look forward to Vacation emails!!
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I can't think of anything.
4y ago
Great, non-sticky, spray on sunblock. Makes application very easy
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Wish there was more product!