I Shop Amazon for a Living, and Here’s What I’m Buying From Its 2024 Memorial Day Sale

As Real Simple’s resident shopping editor, I’ve learned that you don’t always have to wait until the season is over to save. Case in point: Amazon’s huge Memorial Day sale, which has deals galore on everything you’ll need for summer. 

Amazon’s big sale has savings up to 70 percent off summer essentials, like patio furniture, summer dresses, sandals, grills, and more. I’m stocking up on everything I’ll need for the sunny days ahead, including sunscreen, beach bags, and easy, breezy clothes. Everything I’m snagging is practical and—here’s the best part—it’s all under $40. 

Editor-Loved Amazon Memorial Day Sales

• Lamicall Waterproof Phone Pouch, $9 (was $14)
• EltaMD UV Clear Face Sunscreen, $36 (was $43)
• Pineapple&Star Vienna Straw UPF 50+ Visor, $29 with coupon (was $45)
• CeraVe Mineral Sunscreen SPF 50 Stick, $9 (was $10)
• BTFBM Rick Rack Trim A-Line Maxi Dress, $39 (was $43)
• Venhoo Mesh Beach Tote Bag, $8 (was $11)

EltaMD UV Clear Face Sunscreen

Now that I’ll be spending more time outside, I’m replenishing my go-to sun protection, including my favorite facial sunscreen: EltaMD’s UV Clear Broad Spectrum 46 Face Sunscreen. My dermatologist recommended this formula eight years ago, and I’ve been loyal ever since. The popular choice has been purchased more than 80,000 times in the past month—and for good reason. It offers niacinamides and hyaluronic acid to hydrate, which makes it more than sun protection. It’s skincare, too.

The lightweight sunscreen doesn’t irritate my sensitive skin and it doesn’t leave my breakout-prone skin covered in acne, like other options. This best-seller, which is rarely on sale, is marked down to $39, so I’m going to grab a few bottles while it’s going for less. 

CeraVe Mineral Sunscreen SPF 50 Stick

I’m also grabbing CeraVe Mineral Sunscreen SPF 50 Stick while it’s discounted. The stick is ideal for covering spots that need a little more protection, like lips, ears, and the under-eye area. Similar to my evening skincare routine, where I start with a basic facial moisturizer and then apply eye cream and lip balm, I’ll layer this on top of the EltaMD formula. The more protection, the better.

Pineapple&Star Vienna Straw UPF 50+ Visor

And to further protect my fair complexion from sun spots and skin cancer, which runs in my family, I’m going to reach for a hat, like Pineapple&Star’s Vienna Straw UPF 50+ Visor. The adjustable hat’s material offers ultraviolet protection factor (UPF) 50+, which blocks 99 percent of the sun’s UV rays. 

The hat’s straw is soft and bendable, allowing you to roll and pack it in suitcases or bags. And because of its open top, you can wear your hair up in a ponytail or bun, which is ideal for days when you want to be active at the beach or park. 

Venhoo Mesh Beach Tote Bag

Lamicall Waterproof Phone Pouch

A big new bag, like this mesh tote, will be perfect for carrying my beach and park must-haves, like towels, books, and snacks. I’ll put it to good use at the farmer’s market, while traveling, and running errands around my neighborhood, too. And Lamicall’s phone pouch will be just the thing to protect my device while hitting up the beach and pool this summer. It’s waterproof up to 100 feet deep. 

Btfbm Rick Rack Trim A-Line Maxi Dress

And lastly, I can’t resist treating myself to this pretty maxi dress from Btfbm. The elevated dress comes in 12 colors, which all feature playful rick rack trim in white. The breezy dress features a slightly roomy, but flattering A-line shape with a thoughtfully placed piece of trim to accentuate the waist. And thanks to its fairly basic design, I know it will be a versatile workhorse that I can wear for all kinds of occasions this summer.  

If you’re ready to start your deal hunting, head to Amazon’s Memorial Day sale to browse the full assortment of offers. With discounts on patio furniture, summer travel gear, entertaining must-haves, and more, it’s a great time to get everything you’ll need to make the most of the season.