Back-to-school season is approaching, and it’s the perfect time to to find those essentials that’ll make tweens and kids ready for the school year. From snacks to skincare, these picks make starting the school year easy and enjoyable.
TRUE LEMON-HYDRATION MADE FUN
As the back-to-school season approaches, it’s time to rethink what our kids are drinking. True Lemon offers easy ways to make hydration fun, delicious, and healthy with their line of drink mixes for kids!
True Lemon Kids drink mixes are designed with your child’s health and taste buds in mind:
- Made with simple non-GMO ingredients
- Sweetened with stevia and just 2g of sugar
- No artificial sweeteners
- Vibrant colors from natural fruit & vegetables
- Packed with 25% of a child’s daily Vitamin A, C & E
Each convenient packet flavors 8 ounces of water and has 92% less sugar than many other popular kids’ beverages like juice and soda for a healthier choice without sacrificing flavor. Kids (or the whole family!) can choose from 7 delicious flavors including Pink Lemonade, Blue Raspberry and Groovy Grape, available on Amazon and the True Lemon site for purchase. Shoppers can also check out the store locator to find products near them.
QUINN – Why It’s Smart Snacks Deserve An A+
For parents who read every label and won’t settle for anything less than real, Quinn®, the gluten free, better-for-you snack brand known for reimagining pretzels with real, intentional ingredients, offers a lineup of lunchbox-ready snacks that reflect the care, thought, and standards behind every bite. Whether you’re navigating school snack rules, feeding picky eaters, or just refusing to settle, from lunchroom to after-school Quinn has your back.
Why Quinn Makes the Honor Roll:
- Portion-Controlled – 1.5oz packs built for lunchboxes, backpacks, and practice bags
- Real Ingredients – Non-GMO and free from gluten, dairy, soy, and corn
- Classroom-Friendly – Two craveable options to fit nut-free and flavor-filled needs
- Made with Purpose – Crafted with regeneratively grown and brown rice flour
- Certified B Corporation – Backed by values that go beyond the bag
Snack Favorites:
- Quinn Sea Salt Pretzel Sticks (1.5oz single-serve) – A nut-free, classroom-friendly option made for crunch lovers
- Quinn Peanut Butter Filled Pretzel Nuggets (6ct single-serve snack pack) – A salty-sweet classic with a balance of protein, carbs, and fats that nourishes those hungry moments“We built Quinn for the parents who show up, ask the tough questions and refuse to settle,” said Kristy Lewis, Quinn Founder and Chief Visionary Officer. “Our pretzels are the result of never backing down from doing things the right way – even when it’s harder.”“We know today’s families want more from their snacks—real ingredients, allergen-aware options, and portion sizes that work for growing kids like mine,” said Al Matulis, CEO of Quinn. “Our 1.5oz packs deliver exactly that. They’re built for lunchboxes and backed by values.”
To find out more about Quinn, visit their website: https://quinnsnacks.com/
PIPA: SKINCARE FOR YOUNG & GLOWING FACES
Pipa on your radar — a science-backed, pediatrician-approved skincare line formulated for tweens and young skin. Think clean and safe ingredients, fun branding, and formulas that support young, sensitive skin without harsh chemicals or hormone disruptors.
Editor’s Picks:
☀️ Skin Saver
A multitasking face + body mist powered by hypochlorous acid (HOCl)—a derm-favorite ingredient that hydrates, calms irritation, and helps keep breakouts at bay. It’s a post-PE, after-practice, mid-day refresh must. Gentle enough for the youngest faces and easy to toss in a backpack. Plus, it also works as a natural hand sanitizer.
☀️ Start Young Bundle
This beginner-friendly trio helps tweens start the year with confidence and healthy habits. It includes a gentle, dirt-erasing cleanser, a hydrating mist with green tea, rose water, & niacinamide, and a lightweight moisturizer—plus a fun headband to make skincare feel like a treat. Perfect to keep healthy skin balanced and protected from homeroom to homework.
- Where to buy: Website & Amazon
- MSRP: $39.95
- Hi-res photos here.
- Affiliate: Available on UpPromote or AvantLink.
Interstellar Variety Pack- Best Selling
LOOM: JUICE FROM THE FUTURE
New Flavors Just Launched. Real Athlete Ownership. Cultural Impact.
This Is The New Loom, the fast-rising beverage company redefining juice for a new generation, is charging into the second half of 2025 with a bold mix of product innovation, athlete partnerships, cultural integrations, and national expansion. Named BevNET’s Best New Brand of 2024, Loom is already rewriting the rules of what a beverage brand can be.
