Be prepared for the sun with my top 10 guide to this seasons beach bag must-have’s. Pictured is Hable Construction’s jade fig picnic $165

1. Sunscreen – As we move into a new era of preserving our youth women and men alike need to know their sunscreen is working to protect. Look for a sunscreen with Zinc Oxide or Titanium Oxide which contains UVA & UVB protection. My pick: Blue Lizard Baby SPF 30 or SolBar SPF 50


2. Lip Balm – Often forgotten is the protection of our delicate skinned lips. My pick: MenScience Advanced Lip Protection SPF 30


3. Oil-blotting Papers – Absorb oil and banish shine. My pick: Boscia in Green Tea $10


3. Hat – Avoid those harmful rays by using your head. With style, of course. Easy to pack and washable is key. My pick: Physician Endorsed From $40


4. iPod – Solo or with a group, music is a must for relaxing. My Pick: iPod Shuffle – so light, wearable and it is great for running on the beach. $79


5. Waterproof Speakers – Music is key to enjoying your day in the sun and protecting your music is a must. My Pick: Ego iPod Sound Case – compact waterproof, shatterproof polycarbonate body that floats in the water, high powered speakers, 30 hours of playtime. IPod Video, Photo, 4th Gen, Mini, Nano $199.99


6. Hair – Protect and condition your hair while you are in the sun or swimming. My Pick: Ojon Restorative Hair Treatment – apply the treatment to your hair and let the heat of the sun activate the treatment throughout the day also helps to protect you from chlorine and UV rays. Comes in an 8 Single-Dose Travel Kit $27


7. Beach Cover-up – Move from beach to beach bar with a sexy cover-up. My Pick: Vitamin A Sheer Tunic Hooded Tunic in Chocolate Velvet $138


8. Beach Blanket – Get comfortable, spread out. My Pick: Lands’ End Bright Stripe Beach Blanket $45


9. Travel Backgammon – So much fun to play backgammon on the sand. My Pick: Luxe Leather Wrappable Gameboard $165


10. After-sun Lotion – For sexy legs and erasing any signs of crackle keep your skin hydrated and radiant after sun. My pick: this works – skin deep dry leg oil which is great for after swimming or sunbathing