Then you had to run to the store and buy a new one, or use a friend’s. The list below will keep you on top of your game whether you’re taking a weekend getaway or just CHILLAXING on the beach! Oh, and yes – they will all fit in you backpack or TNT Bag lol.

1. Sunscreen – You want to eat lobster, not look like one!
2. Gum – Fresh breath is mandatory for snuggling with your boo.
3. Chapstick – Pick one with UV protection to keep your smackers safe and soft.
4. Hair Clips – Or bobby pins or hair elastics, to keep the locks in line.
5. Hat or Cap – Not because mom is making you, it’s all about the look.
6. Swimwear – You never want to miss out on a dip with friends.
7. Brush/comb – To tame the unruly ‘do.
8. Personal Hygiene Pack – To avoid a wardrobe malfunction.
9. Granola Bar – Trust me, you will be grateful you thought of it!
10. Pen and Paper – Why are these impossible to find when you need them?
11. Book – Nothing beats chillaxin’ in the sun or shade with a good read.
12. Teens Now Talk Magazine – Did we mention a must-have good read?
13. Hand Sanitizer – When you just can’t wash your hands.
14. Hoodie – Or a cute sweater: hot fashion for cool summer nights.
15. Lotion – After a day in the water or sun, your skin is thirsty too.
16. Deodorant – Seriously, do we need to say this?
17. Razor – Face or body, keep it coifed.
18. Flip-Flops – So many styles and colours, and they’re flat to pack.
19. Towel – When don’t you need a towel in the summer?
20. Phone Charger – Avoid the horror of a dead device.
21. Flashlight – Get a small one with a clip to keep on your keychain.
22. Multi-tool – The guy with the Swiss Army gadget is everyone’s hero.
23. Band-Aids – Be careful out there!
24. Safety Pins – Did we mention wardrobe malfunctions already?
25. Water Bottle – Need we say more?!