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My Go-To Travel Beauty Essentials – Tried, Tested & Loved!

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After years of jet-setting, I’ve perfected my travel beauty routine with these must-have products. They’re compact, reliable, and keep me glowing—even after long flights! No more overpacking or spills—just the essentials that actually work.
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In-Flight Beauty Must-Haves

As someone who frequently travels, I've discovered that maintaining skin hydration and comfort during flights is crucial. This collection features my top picks for in-flight beauty essentials—compact, effective, and perfect for combating the dry cabi...

 
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Perfect fit for my make up bag.  I always have 2 shades of mini concealer in my travel bag, depending on the season.  Summer time my skin will be more tanned than during the winter time
Mini Skin Full Cover Concealer
 
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I love this! It is lightweight, and does not clog up my skin, and I have a beautiful youthful glow on my skin.
Intensive Serum Foundation SPF 40/30 | Bobbi Brown Cosmetics
 
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BB lip balm is one of the best I have found in hydrating my lips.  Plus it is small enough for my bag and it has spf for added protection against the sun.
Lip Balm SPF 15
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BB's brightening brick is just fantastic.  A bronzer and blush mixed in one.  Plus it is subtle which I love!
Brightening Brick | Bobbi Brown Cosmetics
 
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Sometimes, all you need is a bit of mascara, lipgloss and bronzer.  I love this mascara that does not smudge :)
No Smudge Mascara
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Even on vacation, you need to take care of your skin.  Small enough to fit into my travel makeup bag.
Soothing Cleansing Oil | Bobbi Brown Cosmetics
 
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e.l.f products are vegan and cruelty free. The Dewy Coconut mist sets your make up.  Perfect for a long day or evening out, plus it gives your skin a dewy glow! This is perfect for your beach day as well! And it is under a 100ml to pack in your cabin liquids bag.
Dewy Coconut Setting Mist
 
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Small enough to fit in your travel bag or hand bag, and it is hydrating and enhances your lip color.
Glow Reviver Lip Oil
 
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When we travel and are in different climates and environments, our lips tend to get dry and damage.  This is perfect to exfoliate your lips to make it softer and smoother!
Lip Exfoliator
 
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As your body needs water, so does your face need a good moisturizer.  I never travel without a moisturizer. Extra illuminating moisture balm makes your skin more radiant. Plus it is only 30ml, perfect for your liquids bag.
Extra Illuminating Moisture Balm
 
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I always carry either in my handbag or my travel toiletry bag a 25ml of one of my favorite perfumes - I love the smell of L'eau D'issey (issey Miyake)
L'eau D'issey (issey Miyake) Perfume

Beach & Poolside Beauty Favorites

Whether lounging by the beach or taking a dip in the pool, these beauty products are my go-to for sun protection and a natural glow. They are water-resistant, lightweight, and enhance your natural beauty while keeping your skin safe.

 
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During the summertime, your skin can look caky and oily when you have make up on. To use a set and refresh spray will makes your skin more glowy and radiant and it sets your make up. Yes, I do put a little bit of foundation and mascara on even when I...
Set + Refresh Perfecting Makeup Mist
 
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Never forget sunscreen, and what makes this one great is that it is not just a sunscreen but a primer as well which gives your skin a shimmering glow!
Suntouchable Whoa Glow SPF 30

Evening Glam Travel Picks

For those special evenings out while traveling, this selection includes my favorite products to achieve a glamorous look without overpacking. From versatile palettes to long-lasting lipsticks, these items ensure you're ready for any occasion.

 
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Glam it up or down! I always travel with nude eye palette, and this is such a great find with BB.  This is perfect for day and night time.  Usually it is just a dash of mascara during the day, and night time I add eyeshadow.
All Nudes Eyeshadow Palette
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These mini vegan matte due lipstick is a must for your travel bag. It stays on longer.
Nonstop Liquid Matte Mini Duo: Curlfriend + Savage
 
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During summer vacations, people often prefer a more natural and lightweight makeup look. Bronzing allows you to achieve a healthy, sun-kissed appearance without the need for heavy foundation or layers of makeup. I absolutely love Estee Lauder's Bronz...
Bronze Goddess Healthy Glow Bronzer

Miniature Skincare Essentials

Packing light doesn't mean compromising on skincare. This list features my trusted miniature skincare products that keep my skin radiant and healthy on the go. Perfect for carry-on luggage and short trips.

 
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BB mini moisturizer and primer prep my face for my foundation.  Your skin will love you for doing this!
Vitamin Enriched Face Base Moisturizer & Primer
 
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For on-the-go hydration, try the pocket-sized Lip Glowy Balm, a daytime companion to the cult-favorite Lip Sleeping Mask, enriched with Shea and Murumuru Seed butters for tinted, glossy, moisture-locking care.
Lip Glowy Balm
 
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Another great lip oil that I found, and love to pack in my travel make up bag.
Hydro Boost Lip Oil | Neutrogena®
 
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I always try and pack travel size toiletries, and this is such a good find. 10 Items included :)
Convenience Kits International, Women's Deluxe 11 PC Travel Kit Featuring: Pantene Shampoo and Conditioner
 
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These recovery eye masks are small enough to pack into your toiletry bag. I even wear it during my flights. So it is an In Flight beauty must have as well.
Advanced Night Repair Concentrated Recovery Eye Mask
 
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Never skip on your skincare routine when you are on vacation! This is a nice little set to pack in your toiletry bag.
Estée Lauder x Ladurée The Lifting + Firming Routine ...