Beach Reads: Surf Girl Roxy

Whether you're a diehard surfer girl or landlocked and dreaming of the beach, Surf Girl Roxy will cover you in sun, sand, waves, and smiles. Perfect for summer or a winter pick-me up, this book reads like a diary and is filled with memories, dreams, and an array of beautiful photographs. A fun sneak peak into the fascinating lives of pro surfers! It features stories from the Roxy team including legendary female surfers Lisa Anderson, Chelsea Georgeson, Kassia Meador, and Sofia Mulanovich. A fresh take on female surfing, this book will delight and inspire you. Order yours now at Amazon.

Is Surf Girl Roxy displayed on your coffee table yet?

Photo Credit: Roxy

Beach Hair 101

In a perfect world: I would style my hair by walking down to the beach every single morning, dunking my head into the ocean, and letting it dry freely in the salty air. Unfortunately, I don't have that option on a daily basis. If you do, we're going to take a moment to glare at you with envy. We still love you, we're just extremely jealous and not afraid to admit it!

Here's a few ways to get those waves without your feet having to ever touching the sand:

Salt Spray 
This is one of my favorite methods. Saltwater gives your hair rich texture and volume, allowing it to hold better (especially if you've got fine, flat locks). Spray on to damp hair, scrunch, and let air dry. You can also use a diffuser for faster results. This stuff is amazing on second day hair, too! Here are a few of my picks:

(1) Surf Spray - The classic choice. Adds body and a light hold with a matte finish. $24 at Bumble and bumble.

(2) Beach Babe Texturizing Sea Salt Spray - A wallet friendly version from Not Your Mother's that smells just like a day at the beach. $5.99 at Ulta.
(3) Marine Summer Hair Beach Waves - Surf-sexy hair with a refreshing, cooling experience and added UV protection. $25 at Fekkai.

You can even bottle up some of the ocean during your next beach trip (leave the sand) or make your own by boiling 8 ounces of water with 1 teaspoonful of sea salt.

Braids and Buns
Not a fan of putting products in your hair? Try the simple braid or bun method. Put slightly damp hair in a couple of braids or twisted buns just before bedtime. Get your in 8 hours, let your hair down in the morning, run your fingers through your mane, and go! Natural and product free.

Surfer's Salve
A healthier option is to put a little Surfer's Salve in your hair. We'll get to how amazing and versatile this product is in another post, but all you need to do is to run a few dabs through your hair to create that wavy, messy beach hair look. Plus you're getting the moisturizing benefits of olive oil, aloe, and vitamin e. Great if you're worried about salt sprays drying out your ends! $10 at Island Soap.

Wave Iron
Want to pick and choose exactly where you want your waves and just how many you want? Try a wave iron. There are many options on the market these days, but I'm a big fan of the double barrel. Just make sure you use a good leave-in conditioner with heat protection before giving this tool a go! $30.95 at Amazon.

How do you get sea-worthy waves?


Photo Credit: Austin Chronicle, Bumble and bumble, Ulta, Fekkai, Island Soap, Amazon

Beach Beauty: Salt'n Sea

Prepare to fall in love with this product!

I recently discovered Love & Toast's Salt'n Sea shower creme during my most recent trip to Whole Foods. The scent is a breath of fresh air -- greens, citrus, mineral salts, and white florals. And it's perfect if your skin is in need of some refreshment after a day of playing in the sun. I love how it makes my skin come alive again after that dried out too much sand and surf feeling. It detoxes, nourishes, and protects from dehydration, plus it's free of all the yucky stuff. I'm looking forward to trying more from this line! Check your local Whole Foods, or browse even more products here.

What's your favorite product to refresh your skin after a day at the beach? 


Photo Credit: Love & Toast

Beach Reads: SurfGirl Issue #38

Hey girls! Have you picked up the latest issue of SurfGirl magazine? Check out the lovely Lauren Hill gracing the cover with a gorgeous board in tow. Here are some of the articles featured is this issue:

• Seawater Sirens: Five girls who live and breathe surfing
• Sex and Surfing: Sexism vs female empowerment in the surf industry
• Ocean Boheme: Beach-inspired fashion with a bohemian twist
• Car Park Surfers: Summer living in France
• Top 10 Pro Surfer Hot List: Eye candy on the waves

SurfGirl is an amazing surfing and beach lifestyle magazine for women. It never disappoints! Beautiful, vibrant, and with articles a girl actually wants to read (sorry, Transworld Surf). It can be a bit difficult to find in the U.S. If your local shop carries it, pick up a copy today! Otherwise you can subscribe through Amazon, or directly through SurfGirl. Check out the Nalu bead subscription package!

What surfing magazine are you currently stoked on?

Beach Bag 101

Billabong Bondi Bound Beach Bag, $39.50
zappos.com

Taking a vacation over the holiday? If you're headed out for a day of fun-in-the-sun, you know a key item to bring with you is a beach bag stocked with everything you might need. Don't forget your bikini and a smile!

The Essentials

• a fab pair of sunnies
• a big, floppy hat
• sunscreen, spf 30 or higher
• lip balm with spf
• a pretty beach blanket
• iPod loaded with summery tunes + earbuds
• a good book or magazine
• lots of water (bonus: coconut water)
• surfer's salve in case of burns or bites!
• a light, healthy snack
• a camera to capture the moment

What's in your beach bag?

Sage Erickson in People StyleWatch

Pick up the July 2012 issue of People StyleWatch to see a little feature on O'Neill team rider Sage Erickson. She shares her must-haves for a day of hanging out on the sand and in the surf. Here are a few of her favorites:

O'Neill Mojave Bikini Top, $40, and Bottom, $40
shoponeillusa.com

Oakley Polarized Crosshair Alloy Sunglass, $200

oakley.com

Enjoy Hair and Skin Treatment Oil, $29.95

enjoyhaircare.com

What are your must-haves for a day at the shore?

What's Your Drug?

Surf Is My Drug.


For every girl who has ever felt the love of the ocean. A new blog that will touch on the things you want the most all in one place: health, beauty and fitness tips, beach-inspired fashion, the latest on your favorite surfer girls, decorating ideas for that seaside pad, sweet escapes, and much, much more. Whether you surf or love the beach, this is the place for you.