CBS Austin: Dads, Grads & Summer Must-Haves + Deals!
- Chelsea Gladden
- 2 days ago
- 5 min read
Treat Dad, your favorite Grad, and even yourself with these gift ideas and summer essentials as seen on TV!
1. marrō [mair-oh]

marrō flipped the script on traditional bone broth and protein drinks to create the first ever ready-to-drink bone broth designed to enjoy cold and on the go!
marrō’s sparkling, fruit-flavored elixirs pack 12g of clean protein, essential electrolytes, and amino acids to power muscle recovery, improve gut health, and make skin glow. These refreshing drinks provide the recovery benefits of bone broth without the hot, savory soup experience that keeps most people from making it a habit.
First-of-its-kind cold, sparkling, ready-to-drink bone broth — a category creator in functional wellness!
12g of clean, dairy-free protein per can
Boosts gut health, supports muscle recovery and tissue repair, and promotes glowing skin
Packed with collagen for hair, skin, and nails, plus amino acids and hydrating electrolytes
Natural B12 energy boost and immune support
Ideal for the whole family – adults and kids alike
Husband-and-wife founded brand
Founder Nick Foreste is an ultra marathon runner who knew bone broth and protein drinks were important parts of muscle recovery, but didn’t want to drink something that tasted like soup or a heavy, milky protein drink after a long run
Perfect for post-workout, busy days, road trips, and on-the-go lifestyles
Available in Blueberry Lemonade, Blackberry Lime, and Peach Mango
Available on drinkmarro.com, Amazon, and Misfits Market.
Price: Starting at $17.99/pack
Website: drinkmarro.com
SAVE: CBS15 for 15% off

2. Solar Buddies
Whether it’s beach days, summer camp, pool parties, or family vacations, Solar Buddies makes sun protection easier and less messy all summer long!
Solar Buddies is the world’s first child-friendly, refillable sunscreen applicator designed to help kids and parents apply sunscreen quickly, evenly, and mess-free. Simply fill it with your favorite sunscreen, roll it on, and go!
Perfect for on-the-go families, Solar Buddies helps build healthy sun safety habits from an early age while making sunscreen application fun and stress-free.
World’s first child-friendly, refillable sunscreen applicator
Fill with your favorite sunscreen!
Chunky bottle shape is easier to grip
Sponge and rollerball duo provides easy coverage with less mess and no waste
Teaches kids how to apply sunscreen and makes it fun!
No sticky hands or spills
Bottles are crafted with 94% recycled plastic and an anti-bacterial coating
BPA and latex free
Holds 100ml or approx 3.3 oz of product
Available in a variety of colors
Mom-Owned Brand!
Price: Starting at $10 on their website, $15 on Amazon
Website: solarbuddies.com

3. Java Trading Organic Sprouted Coffee
Java Trading Organic Sprouted Coffee is a better-for-you cup of coffee! Head over to your local Costco store to grab yours today!
Made through a unique, patent-pending sprouting process, this coffee is naturally lower in acidity and bitterness while boosting antioxidants for a cleaner, more balanced taste. It’s gentler on the stomach with a noticeably smoother taste that doesn’t compromise on flavor or energy.
Available in Costco stores throughout Texas
Naturally sprouted coffee for a better-for-you cup!
Made through a patent-pending sprouting process
High-quality beans that are directly traded and sustainably sourced
Naturally lower in acidity for a smoother, less harsh cup
Reduced bitterness with a clean, balanced flavor profile
Enhanced antioxidant levels compared to traditional coffee
Crafted for easier digestion and less stomach irritation
Delivers the same caffeine boost without the jitters
24 oz bag will be available at Costco
Available at Texas & OK Costco locations starting May 15th
Price: $21.99
Website: java-trading.com
4. SLAYYY Hair

SLAYYY Hair is redefining the synthetic hair space with a focus on something often overlooked: scalp health. Crafted with clean, non-toxic, clinically-tested, itch-free innovation, SLAYYY gives women and men everywhere the freedom to wear protective styles affordably without compromise.
Designed for scalp health with itch-free, non-toxic fibers
Soft, lightweight, and pre-stretched for faster, tension-free styling
Texture that looks and feels like natural hair
Perfect for protective styles like braids, twists, and ponytails
Easy to use for both at-home styling and professional installs
Quick, on-the-go options like ponytails for instant length and volume
Trusted by 50,000+ customers for comfort and long-lasting wear
Affordable, salon-quality styles starting at just $8.49
Price: Starting at $8.49
Website: slayyyhair.com
5. Prank-O

Celebrate their big achievement with a little chaos. Prank-O’s collection of prank gifts and gadgets is made for anyone who doesn’t take life too seriously. These hilarious picks are perfect for laughs, surprises, and unforgettable gifting moments. Because nothing says “congrats” like a gift they’ll never see coming!
Prank -O’s Puzzle Buddy Prank Box
Turn your most frustrating hobby into your most technologically innovative hobby! The miniature AI-powered robot on this box can seemingly solve jigsaws for you, which definitely doesn't defeat the purpose of doing a puzzle or anything. Put your real gift inside (maybe a, dare we say, puzzle?) and give it to a game-enthusiast you know for some AI-induced hilarity.
MEDIUM: 11.25" x 9" x 3.25"
*This is an empty gift box. The product illustrated on the outside is fake, and you put your real gift inside.
Price: $9.99
Website: Pranko.com
6. WESTY Sunglasses

A gift for the man who has everything and only keeps the best. WESTY sunglasses are handcrafted in Osaka, Japan from premium titanium, produced in limited edition runs. Collector-grade frames made for those who appreciate high-end eyewear with real intention behind it.
Handcrafted in Osaka, Japan using premium durable titanium alloy
Lightweight, durable, and hypoallergenic
Revolutionary hinge technology allows for a 45 degree opening angle, ensuring a comfortable and secure fit for various face shapes and sizes
Proprietary polarized lens technology with embedded thin-film polarization for 99.9% efficiency, enhanced color, and reduced glare
100% UV protection
Finished with elevated details, including a bespoke Pelican™ hard case and accessories
Limited, sequentially numbered runs (600 each) designed for collectors, ensuring exclusivity
Available in multiple sizes, colorways, and refined finishes to suit different styles and fits
Price: Starting at $595
Website: www.westysunglasses.com
DEAL: CBS20 for 20% off
7. Pure & Gentle

Pure & Gentle is a Texas-based, carbon-neutral brand that has been creating ultra-concentrated, plant-based cleaning and personal care products for over 40 years. Their full lineup — from laundry and household cleaners to a physician-formulated facial bar — is free from dyes, phosphates, and harsh chemicals, making them a go-to for families with sensitive skin, allergies, or pets. Every purchase supports GivePower's global clean-water mission. From personal care products like THE BAR to home cleaning, pet, and baby products with the gentlest formulas, Pure & Gentle has your whole-home lineup covered.
Plant-based, all-natural formulas with 40+ years of proven performance
Made in a carbon-neutral facility in Seguin, Texas — proudly American-made
Ultra-concentrated formulas mean less waste and more value per bottle
No dyes, no phosphates, no harsh chemicals — safe for the whole family
EPA Safer Choice certified, Leaping Bunny cruelty-free, and USDA Biobased certified
Named 2025 Manufacturer of the Year for innovation and sustainability
Full personal care lineup: body wash, shampoo, hand soap, bar soaps, and a physician-formulated facial bar with Vitamin C, peptides, and hyaluronic acid
Complete home cleaning range: laundry, dishes, all-purpose, bathroom, and kitchen
Dedicated anti-allergy line that eliminates dust, dander, and irritants — ideal for allergy, asthma, and pet households
Gentle enough for babies; safe for pets too — truly a whole-home brand
Supports GivePower's global clean-water mission with every purchase
Price: Starting at $7.95
Website: pureandgentlesoap.com
SAVE: CBS15 for 15% off
8. Paper Love

Father’s Day is right around the corner, but Paper Love is the gift that doesn’t stop there. Their TikTok viral handcrafted 3D pop-up cards unfold into stunning keepsake sculptures that last forever, making them the perfect way to celebrate every person and every celebration and milestone in your life.
3D pop-up greeting cards for every occasion and every person in your life
Father's Day: beer bouquets, biplanes, bears fishing, classic trucks & more
Birthdays & milestones: designs for every age and personality
Unfolds into a detachable keepsake or displayable sculpture
A "gift in a card" - flowers, a heartfelt note, and a keepsake all in one
Professionally handcrafted using premium European craft paper
Eco-conscious & made from 100% recycled materials
Family-owned and operated
Price: Starting at $13.99
Website: https://paperlove.cards/
SAVE: CBS20 for 20% off when you purchase 2 or more cards



