Summer Holidays Are Here - Is Your Vending Range Ready?

The arrival of the school holidays and sunny weather means that more people are out and about on a daily basis and spending more time outside their homes. This is an ideal opportunity to maximise sales of vending products during a key selling period but ensuring you have the right products in the right place is key. Unicorn Hygienics have put a quick guide together for you outlining some of the products that sell especially during this period!

During the summer holidays families head to attractions, parks get busier, leisure centres fill up, and motorway service stations become essential pit stops.

For washroom service providers, the shift represents a genuine opportunity!

More visitors mean more demand for washroom facilities - and more opportunities for your vending machines to deliver exactly what's needed, right when it's needed. A well-stocked machine isn't just convenient. It creates a better visitor experience, supports your clients, and helps maximise revenue throughout one of the busiest seasons of the year.

Here’s a look at the fast moving categories worth prioritising this summer.

1. The Summer Must-Stocks

Painkillers - for more active days

Summer adventures don't come without the odd headache or sore muscles. Whether it's a family day out, a long drive or an active afternoon, having pain relief available offers customers a quick solution when they need it most.

A well-placed vending machine stocked with painkillers is the kind of practical gesture that customers genuinely appreciate and remember.

Deodorant & personal care - when the heat kicks in

Rising temperatures accelerate demand for deodorant, shaving products and other personal care essentials, particularly in gym facilities, hotel lobbies, leisure centres, and any workplace without reliable air conditioning. These are the products people often forget but are grateful to find. Keeping your machines stocked ensures visitors can freshen up and carry on with confidence.

Baby care - the parent’s peace of mind

There are few more stressful moments for a parent than realising they’ve run out of nappies or wipes while out for the day. Family attractions, soft play centres, visitor destinations and motorway services all see increased family footfall during the holidays. Offering baby care essentials helps turn a stressful situation into a positive experience—and leaves a lasting impression of the venue.

Condoms - summer socialising season

Summer is traditionally the busiest period for socialising: festivals, holidays, evenings out and everything that follows. Ensuring your condom stock is visible and well-positioned going into the season is straightforward forward planning. Check levels now rather than in August.

Period care - spotlight on Selenei organic vending packs

Period care is an essential part of every washroom vending offer, but today's customers increasingly expect more sustainable choices. Our Selenei Organic Period Care Packs provide a premium, eco-conscious option designed specifically for vending machines. They're ideal for leisure centres, hotels, visitor attractions and wellness venues where quality and sustainability matter.

Offering trusted, organic period care demonstrates thoughtful washroom provision while supporting the growing demand for environmentally responsible products.

Confectionary - a small touch that goes a long way

Sometimes it's the smallest additions that make the biggest difference. Smints are a popular addition to washroom vending machines, offering a simple way for customers to freshen up on the go.

2. Your Summer Stock Checklist...

Before the busiest weeks arrive, take a few minutes to review your machines:

✔ Pain relief fully stocked

✔ Deodorants and personal care replenished

✔ Baby care products available in family-focused venues

✔ Condom stock checked and refreshed

✔ Selenei Organic Period Care Packs installed where appropriate

✔ Confectionery items such as Smints added to high-footfall family locations

Make the Most of the Season

A seasonal review of your consumables range is a straightforward exercise, and one that pays dividends not just in immediate sales but in the longer-term trust it builds with site operators and end users alike.

At Unicorn Hygienics, we're here to help you keep your machines working harder all year round.

If you'd like advice on the best seasonal product mix or want to learn more about our Selenei Organic Period Care Packs, get in touch with your Unicorn Hygienics account manager today.