Whether your teen daughter is soon heading off to summer camp, anticipating an upcoming sleepover or already prepping for a summer vacation, add these five items to your daughter’s packing list for a fun and enjoyable summer.
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Cute enough for your wrist but also strong enough for your hair, these hair tie bracelets will complement your daughter’s outfit and keep her hair out of her face. The design invokes the spirit of aloha woven into each band, complete with unique pendants like a wave or star. $20.
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Teen girls often dread sleepaway camps for fear that her first-ever time of the month will hit. Prepare her with this period kit designed for a girl’s first menstruation, which combines properly fitting products with education to support girls through every stage of their journey. The kit includes various-sized pads, hygiene wipes and more. $28.
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A Brighter Year Mini-Coloring Books
For the teen who craves a little mindfulness, joy and self-expression, each of these pocket-sized books are packed with beautifully designed patterns and uplifting themes to help destress and unplug. Each book includes 50 pages and an easy tear glue binding. Themes include Mythical and Magical; Birds, Bugs and Botany; Tiny Eats and Treats; Pocket Pets; and more. $30 for five pack.
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Your teen’s everyday bra should be comfortable and supportive. This racerback bralette is perfect for yoga, hiking, barre, travel, stretching and even shopping thanks to its wire-free design, smooth finish, new comfort mesh technology and scooped neckline. $44.
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Instead of forking out lots of money at the salon, get your teen these press-on nails for her next sleepover or party. They’re easy to apply and even easier to switch up without a visit to the salon. This brand is also the world’s first 100 percent real gel press-on nails, delivering a glossy, chip-resistant finish. $18.
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