Summer Solstice Essentials: Natural Summer Body Care from Apothecuryous
The Summer Solstice marks the official beginning of summer and the longest day of the year. It's a season made for backyard gatherings, farmers markets, camping trips, gardening, road trips, and soaking up every extra minute of daylight.
As temperatures rise and outdoor adventures call, a few seasonal essentials can help you stay comfortable from sunrise to sunset. These are some of our favorite Apothecuryous products for summer.
Shut the Front Door Insect Repellent
Nothing interrupts a summer evening faster than mosquitoes, gnats, flies, or no-see-ums.
Shut the Front Door is our water-based insect repellent designed for both people and places. Spray it directly on exposed skin before heading outdoors or mist around entryways, patios, tents, campsites, and porch furniture. The formula won't stain walls or fabrics and requires no shaking before use.
Made with hydrosols, herbal-infused apple cider vinegar, and a thoughtfully selected blend of essential oils, it's a summer staple for gardening, camping, outdoor dining, and evenings on the deck.
Perfect for:
Camping and hiking
Gardening
Backyard gatherings
Front porches and patios
Road trips and outdoor festivals
Essential Spray Deodorant
Summer heat means it's time for reliable odor protection.
Essential Spray Deodorant offers an easy, lightweight alternative to traditional stick deodorants. Because it's a spray, there's no white residue and no deodorant marks on your favorite dark tank tops, summer dresses, or black t-shirts.
The formula combines magnesium, zinc ricinoleate, witch hazel, and beneficial ferments to help neutralize odor while remaining gentle on skin.
Perfect for:
Hot summer days
Travel and gym bags
Dark clothing
Quick refreshes throughout the day
Daily Ritual Body Oil
Sun, wind, chlorine, and air conditioning can all leave skin feeling dry and depleted.
Daily Ritual Body Oil helps replenish moisture with a luxurious blend of nourishing plant oils including sunflower, jojoba, sesame, camellia, chia, and sacha inchi. Apply after a shower while skin is still slightly damp to help seal in hydration and leave skin feeling soft and comfortable.
The lightweight formula absorbs beautifully, making it ideal for bare summer skin.
Perfect for:
Post-shower hydration
Dry summer skin
After swimming
Daily self-care rituals
Witch Hazel Toner
Summer adventures sometimes come with a little too much sunshine.
Our Witch Hazel Toner can be stored in the refrigerator for an extra refreshing experience and lightly misted onto warm, sun-exposed skin. The combination of witch hazel, floral waters, aloe, and skin-loving botanicals provides a cooling sensation that can help take some of the sting out of a mild sunburn while refreshing overheated skin.
It also makes a wonderful facial toner during hot weather and can be used throughout the day whenever your skin needs a cooling pick-me-up.
Perfect for:
Cooling overheated skin
Refreshing after outdoor activities
Facial toning
Summer travel
Make the Most of Summer
The Summer Solstice reminds us to slow down and enjoy the season's simple pleasures—long walks, fresh produce, garden blooms, camping trips, farmers markets, and evenings spent outdoors.
Whether you're planning a weekend getaway, tending your garden, or simply enjoying a little extra sunshine, these seasonal favorites can help you stay comfortable all summer long.
Here's to longer days, warmer nights, and making the most of every moment summer has to offer.
