Vacation reviews and discussion

4.5

93% of reviewers would recommend to a friend

Reviews mention

  • Nostalgic, transportive fragrance
  • Fun, innovative packaging
  • Lightweight, non-greasy textures
  • Reliable sun protection
  • Overpowering scent for some
  • Messy, finicky nozzles
  • Occasional sticky residue
  • Small, quickly depleted sizes

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.

AI summary based on Thingtesting reviews

637 reviews and posts

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • 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.

    Influencer for Vacation
  • 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

  • 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!

  • 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!

  • 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

  • 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

  • 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 ;)

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • Great, non-sticky, spray on sunblock. Makes application very easy

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    Wish there was more product!

  • I use their classic sunscreen and I find it to have a smooth application. My favorite is the smell and branding though! Both super nostalgic. Also love a local Miami brand!

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    I would love to see the oil come in larger packaging.

  • Smelled great, gorgeous vintage vibes

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    Would love if there were a way to make more sustainable packaging, but that's always tricky for product!

  • Vacation's launch marketing superbly creative and I couldn't help but but join in on the fun and order a bottle of the classic lotion. It's more expensive than my typical sunscreen for sure, but the smell does bring the ~vibes~ and it's a fun upgrade for an afternoon lounging in the fun. I've given a few bottles as gifts and they've all been a hit.

  • I have tried the aerosol spray, the perfume, the lip balm, and the air fresheners and love them all! The perfume definitely wasn't as good as I thought it was going to be but the sunscreen products are awesome, work well and smell amazing!

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    The perfume could smell a little better?

  • I love the whipped sunscreen! I wear sunscreen every single day and find this is easy to apply to apply all over my body and smells amazing. It doesn't leave a sticky or slimy residue. The packaging is really nice and it arrived quickly. I haven't worn it outside for a long time and I think I might need to reapply more frequently because it feels like a pretty thin layer.

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    I think it could be a little more moisturizing.

  • Vacation is one of the more exciting brands that i've come across in recent years. First and foremost, there's nothing not to like about it's nostalgic identity. What i like most about Vacation is their attention to detail on every touch point surrounding the brand. They are consistently extremely witty and creative with everything they do. In addition to that, the product is really pleasant. The scents truly puts you in a Vacation state of mind.

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  • The smell is soooo good, doesn’t leave white streaks and I feel protected all day! I love this brand

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    They could make the product less sticky when first applying

    Friends with Vacation