I’ve been on a few trips recently, and quickly discovered that I couldn’t fit my entire skincare and makeup collection in my suitcase. So that’s a drag.
Makeup
When it comes to makeup, I’ve got enough products for a few different looks, but everything still fits comfortably inside my makeup bag – I’m chatting all about the contents in today’s video. I have some go-to staples that I use daily to define my face: the Seventeen Stay Time Concealer*, the Rimmel Professional Brow Pencil* and the Maybelline Lash Sensational Mascara*. I know I’ve spoken about them a million times before on my channel, but it’s for a good reason. I always take my favourite things when I’m going away as I know they won’t let me down.
My trick for a versatile makeup travel bag is to throw in a few products that can amplify my look if there’s a special occasion. A good highlighter like the Technic Get Gorgeous Highlighter* is perfect for this, as you can use it sparingly and get a soft glow, or build it up for an evening look. I think eyeliner is another great way to step up your makeup – I love a nice brown gel liner, but lately I’ve been really into the NYX Glam Liquid Liner in Nude*. It’s probably the easiest way to use glitter. I’ve worn this as an eyeliner and all over the lid, and both look amazing. And don’t forget the red lip; I’ve been using Revlon Colorburst Balm Stain in Romantic* day and night as you can use it sheer or build it up.
Want to find out what’s in my travel makeup bag? Watch the video here:
Skincare
For overnight visits and weekends away, I’ve managed to strip my skincare down to the bare minimum. In fact, there’s been more than one occasion when I’ve used a (gasp) cleansing wipe. I know, they’re terrible – but sometimes it’s late and you’re staying at your boyfriend’s house watching Rick and Morty and you really can’t be bothered phaffing about. For such a time, I really like the Simple Cleansing Wipes*. If you don’t like cleansing wipes but still don’t want to get off the sofa for your evening skincare routine, I like to have a 125ml bottle of Garnier Micellar Cleansing Water* and some cotton pads in my stash as well.
I like to use an oil in the evenings but most of mine come in a glass container which isn’t exactly travel-friendly, so I picked up the Superdrug Naturally Radiant Moisturising Facial Oil* which comes in a tiny plastic bottle and feels very nourishing on the skin. I always love Superdrug’s own brand skincare range and this one did not disappoint.
I managed to save a bit of space in my suitcase when I went to Belgium recently by packing a moisturiser that I could use on my face, hands, and body. I’ve been using Nivea Soft* since my university years and it never lets me down, plus it’s super cheap.
Another essential is the Simple Revitalising Eye Roll-On*, great for when you’ve just stepped off a plane or had a late night. And don’t forget the SPF! I’ve been loving the La Roche-Posay Ultra Light Sun Cream Fluid SPF50* lately, it’s moisturising without being greasy.
What are your travel essentials? Let me know in the comments!
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