We talked to cleaning experts (and even a surfer!)
for their best tricks to limit the grit.
If you opt for the garbage bag, cut it open and use it to line your trunk.
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Just shake out the sheet once you get home.
Bag it up
Bringlotsof bags on yourbeach tripto protect vulnerable items.
You’d be surprised how a single grain of sand can quickly obliterate a cell phone!
So store it in a resealable plastic bag.
Having designated bags will help you contain sandy belongings, keeping your clean clothes…clean!
Sprinkle some on areas where sand is stuck on you.
The baby powder helps absorb excess moisture, making it easy to brush the sand away.
Cornstarch is an excellent alternative as well.
Protect your hair
Crusty strands are no fun.
(A bonus is that silicone helps protect hair from heat as well.)
Keep your towels in a bag so theyre sand-free and ready to use after a swim.
Rinse off before heading home
Before leaving the beach, rinse off in the public showers.
Hot water will make the sand stick to you.
Also, rinse your sandy clothes if possible before getting into the car.
And don’t forget to hose down beach chairs, coolers, toys, and other accessories.
