Festival season is almost here, and whether you’re heading to a weekend camping experience or a day of music-filled fun, being prepared is key. To help, we’ve put together a list of our top festival essentials to keep you comfortable, stylish, and ready to dance from sunrise to sunset!
Think reliable suntan lotion to keep your skin safe, tools get your hair and body ready and weather-proof must-haves – because let’s face it, you never know what the British summer will bring!
Scroll down to shop our festival essentials and make sure you’re ready to keep going, rain or shine!
Your festival essentials
FitFlop Relief Slides, £50
If you’re heading to a festival this summer, do your feet a favour and invest in the FitFlop Relief Recovery Slides. These aren’t just any sliders, they’re designed with serious comfort and support in mind. From the moment you slip them on, you can feel the difference. The cushioned sole provides instant relief, especially after a long day on your feet, and the ergonomic design helps support your knees and improve posture too. Whether you’re dancing from noon ‘til night or just navigating the festival fields, these slides keep you light on your toes and ache-free. They’re lightweight, super stylish, and easy to clean, making them perfect for muddy days or sunny strolls. Festival footwear doesn’t have to mean sore feet, and with these slides, you’ll be able to focus on the fun, not the fatigue. Trust us….your feet (and knees) will thank you later!
Bondi Body Mini Laser £119
Festival season is all about dancing from sunrise to sunset, glitter, and making unforgettable memories—but let’s be honest, no one wants to spend precious time worrying about stubble or last-minute shaving mishaps. That’s where the Bondi Body Mini Laser comes in. This tiny but mighty device is your secret weapon for effortlessly smooth skin, giving you that low-maintenance, hair-free glow just in time for festival season. We tried it, and trust us—you’ll never look back.
Unlike messy wax strips or the dreaded razor rash, this at-home laser is actually pain-free and fits right into your pre-festival beauty routine. A few quick sessions, and you’re set for weeks—no more emergency touch-ups before slipping into your festival fit! Plus, it’s small enough to toss in your bag for trips, meaning your glow-up doesn’t stop when the music does. If you’re looking for one less thing to stress about this summer, this is the ultimate beauty hack you need in your life
Ella & Jo Skin Mist, £24
After spending long days under the sun (or rain!), your skin will need some TLC. Enter this spritzable multitasker that hydrates, plumps, and sets your make-up, perfect for midday refreshes in a dusty field. Lightweight, travel‑friendly, vegan, and pregnancy-safe, it’s ideal for sensitive festival skin. Just spritz before and after make-up or whenever your glow needs a festival-friendly boost. This mist isn’t just skincare—it’s your backstage pass to radiant, selfie-ready skin all day long.
Such an easy skincare product that doesn’t require time, effort or a mirror!
Oriflame The One Pump and Plump Mascara, £14
If you’re looking for a game-changing mascara that plumps, defines, and lasts all day, this is it. Give your lashes a fresh new look this spring and get ready to turn heads with effortlessly beautiful eyes!
The Oriflame Pump & Plump Mascara is the perfect addition to your makeup bag refresh. This innovative mascara is designed to add instant volume, lift, and definition, giving you fuller, more dramatic lashes in just a few strokes. The precision brush ensures every lash is coated without clumping, delivering a smooth, buildable finish.
This one needs to be in your make-up bag!
Bristows Dry Shampoo, from £4.50
This dry shampoo is an absolute festival essential! Whether you’re dancing all day or camping out, this vibrant dry shampoo keeps your hair feeling fresh and full of life. The tropical scent instantly lifts your mood, while the lightweight formula absorbs oil without leaving any chalky residue.
Perfect for quick touch-ups between acts, it gives your hair volume and bounce in seconds. Pack it in your festival kit for a no-fuss refresh that keeps you looking and feeling great. Bristows has truly bottled the spirit of summer, your hair hero is here!
P20 Reimann Face Suncream £15.50
Tried it, loved it, this face SPF is a festival skincare must-have! This lightweight, fast-absorbing cream offers up to 10 hours of reliable sun protection, making it perfect for long days spent dancing in the sun.
It glides on smoothly without that heavy, greasy feel many sunscreens have, and best of all, no white cast! It wears beautifully under makeup or on its own, leaving your skin feeling fresh, hydrated, and shine-free. Ideal for all skin types, even sensitive ones, it didn’t cause any breakouts or irritation during our test.
We especially love how water-resistant it is, perfect for surprise rain showers or mid-day misting fans. When you’re out living your best life at a festival, reapplying sunscreen is the last thing you want to worry about. With P20, you won’t have to. Toss it in your festival bag and consider your sun protection sorted!
Revlon One-Step Blow-Dry Multi Air Styler 5-in-1, £80
Heading to a day festival? You’ll want to look your best – but still get out the door quickly enough to enjoy a full day’s experience. That’s where this Revlon One-Step Blow Dry Multi-Air Styler saves the day. It’s basically five styling tools in one, meaning you can go from damp to glam in minutes—no juggling a hairdryer and brush like it’s an Olympic sport.
We tried it, and wow—it smooths, adds volume, and even waves, all with minimal effort. Perfect for pre-festival prep or (if you’re lucky enough to have camping with electrical hook ups) taming next-day tent hair when dry shampoo just isn’t cutting it. Plus, it’s lightweight, so it won’t take up precious backpack space.
If you want bouncy, frizz-free hair that looks like you actually tried (without actually trying), this tool is a game-changer. Trust us, once you use it, you’ll wonder how you ever survived without it.
