Shop bright gel polish, a super-chic headband, dry shampoo perfect for on-the-go touch-ups, and more of our favorite beauty buys this season.

In just a few days, we welcome the official start of summer. The sense of joy in the air is palpable, and so we're leaning into products that make us feel good and get us out the door in a flash so we can soak up the sun.

Think: Bright gel polish, a super-chic headband, and dry shampoo perfect for on-the-go touch-ups; explore these picks and more ahead.

Crown Affair The Dry Shampoo

$42 at Crownaffair.com

While on a work trip last month, I went through the latest refill of my Crown Affair dry shampoo. The jar is so easy to travel with, and the kabuki brush makes quick touch-ups a cinch. And then, of course, there’s the formula: Made from persimmon powder and tapioca starch, the powder is silky and ultra-lightweight. It sops up excess grease to resuscitate volume, which is vital for my curls—and bouncing back after a long flight. —Lauren Valenti, beauty director

Yummy Braiding Hair

$175 at Yummyextensions.com

When I saw that Yummy had launched braiding hair, my jaw nearly hit the floor. I love the quality of extensions Yummy creates, so I knew their new human braiding hair would be to die for. I got a few bundles of the color Bright Blonde for a goddess braid style and couldn't be happier. I love the color of the hair, but what makes it truly stand out is its texture. It's got a tight, kinky wave that gets silky smooth when wet. This means I can detangle with ease to keep my braids looking their absolute best. — Kara Jillian Brown, beauty editor

Nailboo Gel Polish in Pop Star

$13 at Nailboo.com

I’ve been getting gel manicures for as long as I can remember. Like most people, I typically pick from the rainbow wheel of colors the nail salon hands over—that is, until a recent appointment changed everything. I was introduced to Nailboo and brought it with me to my go-to salon in NYC and left with the smoothest, cleanest, most flawless manicure I can recall. It glides on in neat, perfect layers and dries without a single crease or bubble. No more staring down at minor imperfections! This polish is everything and more. —Samantha Brash, director of content strategy

Pantene Pro-V Essence

$40 at Amazon

The fruits of rebuilding hair bonds can't be stressed enough for longer, stronger hair. Lately, I've been looking to Pantene's leave-in Pro-Vitamin Essence Daily Repair mist, which is powered by hair shaft-repairing Pro-Vitamin B5, to nourish my mids to ends throughout the week. I love how lightweight it is and that it has a delicate summery scent that gives my strands a refresh.—L.V.

Chanel Glow Sheer Powder

$60 at Chanel.com

I love a blurring veil of sheer powder year-round, but it becomes all the more indispensable—particularly for touch-ups—when the temperatures climb above 70. Chanel’s Glow Sheer is among my favorites of all time. It’s so light and buildable while imparting your-skin-but-better color with a soft-focus finish you can trust for even the shiniest of T-zones. I also love that I can keep reusing the compact and just need to replenish it with a refill. —L.V.

Krigler Lindauer Löwe 08

$615 at Krigler.com

From the day I got this perfume, I haven’t stopped spritzing it on. It’s the most gorgeous light yet interesting citrus-forward blend. It mixes green tea, mandarin, rose, geranium, sage, cedarwood, and amber for a scent that oozes luxury without being stuffy. It’s one of those summer perfumes I can put on anytime and feel a touch more together. —K.J.B.

Yon-Ka Time Resist Nuit Cream

$150 at Yonka.com

This rich night cream works to counteract the effects of too much sugar and alcohol (leave it to the French!) thanks to lipoamino acid, which fights inflammation, and silk tree, a plant extract that fights against glycation (which contributes to skin stress). While it's been working wonders for me over the past few months, I really appreciated its benefits during my time in France recently, where I was indulging in all the wine and dessert. It kept my rosacea noticeably calmer and my chronically dry skin softer and more supple. —L.V.

e.l.f. Cosmetics Glow Reviver Lip Oil

$8 at Elfcosmetics.com

When my lips are truly in dire straits, I reach for a lip oil. Not just to nourish my lips, but also for a slick of color and shine to cover up dryness and cracks. A reliable favorite is e.l.f.'s Glow Reviver lip oil, which (true to its moniker) helps my lips bounce back with its cocktail of squalene and hydrating oils (apricot, avocado, jojoba, and pomegranate) and veil of flattering warm pink pigment. I love it year-round, but its gleaming finish really suits summer. —L.V.

Glasshouse Fragrances Enchanted Garden

$55 at Glasshousefragrances.com

As I’ve doven into season 3 of Bridgerton, I’ve had this candle burning in the background. The scent—a blend of rosehip, dewdrop, musk, and suede—further transports me into the show’s refined Regency landscape and makes me feel like I’m right there in the drawing room. In addition to adding a cozy glow to the room, this candle also adds color and whimsy to my space with its stunning vessel. I love its scene of birds and flowers—and will surely find a way to repurpose it once I’ve finished the candle. —K.J.B.

Talika Paris Bio Enzymes Eye Patches

$70 at Talikacosmetics.com

I’ve been traveling a lot over the past few months, and because too often it’s my under eyes that broadcast my jetlag, I’m perpetually reaching for Talika Paris’ hydrating eye patches. They’re so easy to apply and wear around as I’m multi-tasking while supplying a deluge of hydration, plus soothing actives like aloe vera and chamomile. I pop them on for 10 to 15 minutes, and my gaze is instantly fresher and brighter. —L.V.

Balmain Headband

$280 at Balmainhair.us

Anytime I want to add a chic yet understated final touch to my look, I reach for this Balmain headband. It's made of a flexible yet durable acetate so it sits comfortably on my head while keeping my hair back and out of my face. The teensy 18K gold-plated "B" emblem is the cherry on top of this gorgeous piece. —K.J.B.