Summer is here, well officially this coming Monday (Memorial Day) but luckily it feels like it's already here. We all tend to travel a bit more in the summer months, skipping out to the beach or lake houses every chance we get. It is always a struggle for me when packing up my beauty bag. What makeup to bring...which hair products to take or leave....what skin care will I need?? I won't even attempt to get in to the clothing aspect of it all. The struggle is real beautynistas. If any of you are as indecisive as me, then allow me to bring you what I have concocted to be the "Perfect travel beauty bag". If you stick to these key items, and add to it as necessary depending on the travel occasion, then you will be good to go. Now the key point however is once it is packed, keep it packed and when it is time to skip out, just grab and go. No thinking required. Here it goes...
Skin Hydrator- When actually in the motion of traveling (on a plane, in a car, etc) you want to wear as little makeup as possible. Sleeping on a pillow, higher altitudes and all that comes with traveling can dry out your skin and pores and a face full of makeup will only add to that damage. Try throwing on a skin hydrator or oil to allow your skin to stay nice and moisturized as well as protected.
Balm- Always carry a nice lip balm on you like Nivea Lip Care Lip Butter. Lip balms are ultra hydrating, not only for your lips but also can be added hydration for cuticles, elbows, and eye areas. Dab a little bit on each of these areas and you are good to go!!
Facial Mist- Nothing wakes you up after a long ride, flight or day on the beach like a nice refreshing spritz of facial mist. It will instantly re-hydrate skin and many of them have aromatherapy scents in them that will also awaken the mind. Always a good thing to have on you.
Hand Sanitizer- This is really something that should always be tucked away somewhere in your purse, but hand sanitizer can literally be a life saver. Anywhere you go, touching different random surfaces, then accidentally touching your face can be ultra damaging to your skin. Sanitizing your hands is recommended every hour.
Hand Cream- Sanitizing your hands repeatedly is necessary but can also cause dryness so always make sure to follow up with a moisturizing hand cream.
Sleep Mask- If you are a light sleeper like me, anything can wake you up. The minute the sun pops up, I wake up. Lack of sleep is a definite no no, especially while traveling in different timezones where jet lag is an issue. Travel with a sleep mask so you are less likely to wake up when light shifts.
Multi Tasking Makeup- Carry a multi purpose makeup cream on you at all times. Choose a nice color for your skin, you can double it as a lip tint and cheek color, instantly refreshing your look.
Makeup Remover Wipes- Using a wipe on your skin to remove makeup in places where you may not have access to water can really save your day. They can also act as a nice mid day cleansing tool to keep your skin refreshed all day long.
Travel Sized Hair and Body Wash- Hit up the travel aisle in your local drug store and stock up. Shampoo, conditioner, body wash and shaving creams are the ultimate go- to's in my book. This is convenient for travel but is the one thing in this bag that will need to be restocked more frequently due to size.
Dry Shampoo- Give your hair a rest on day 2, especially in places where you are in chlorine or salt water. These 2 things can be mega drying on your hair and the last thing you need is over shampooing on top of it. Spray in some dry shampoo and call it a day.
Tooth Paste/Tooth Brush- Well, duh. But you never know, sometimes the obvious isn't always the obvious.
Hair Styling Cream- It never hurts to have a multi purpose styling cream in your bag, you never know when your hair is going to just act up on you. Especially in un familiar climates or temperatures. Travel with your favorite hair cream to prevent those bad hair days. They can be great for blow dry's or added texture on beach days.
Moisturizing Body Lotion- Being in the sun more than usual can dry your skin out. Even when you are prepared with sun screen, your skin naturally tends to be stripped of moisture so be sure to have a nice heavy moisturizing body lotion in your bag. I prefer a nice smelling body butter in a refreshing summer scent.
A Travel Sized Brush/Mirror Combo- Keep a pocket sized brush mirror / combo in your bag. The brush will prevent your hair from tangling and the mirror can double to help you with those last minute, side of the road touch ups.
Off you go you little travelers you!
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