Generally, our biggest problem is those extra, heavy items we pack in our vacation suitcases but never use and bring back with us. This isn't just about clothes; we also pack makeup bags unnecessarily, resulting in a cluttered vacation. However, practical, multi-purpose, and travel-sized products solve this problem. Here are the tips for preparing a lightweight yet functional makeup bag, and 10 essential items you should definitely have in your travel bag.
We're simplifying our makeup bag.
One of the most challenging steps when packing for vacation is simplifying your makeup bag. Taking dozens of everyday products with you will both weigh down your bag and often take up unnecessary space. However, with these 10 products, you can achieve a well-groomed, fresh, and natural look even while traveling.
You can relax all your vacation with these 10 products.
1- BB Cream or Tinted Moisturizer: A BB cream, lighter than foundation but with SPF, is a must-have for travel. It provides both skincare and a natural look. Moreover, most foundations come in glass bottles, adding extra weight. Tinted moisturizers or BB creams, on the other hand, are more often in tube format and are lightweight.
2- Concealer: If your flight is at night, you're bound to have dark circles and puffiness under your eyes. You need concealer not only for daytime makeup but also after traveling. You might also encounter problems like acne due to changes in climate or other factors in the country or city you're visiting. To cover dark circles or minor skin imperfections after night flights, always have a lightweight concealer in your bag.
3- Mini Mascara: We highly recommend getting a mini travel size of your go-to mascara that you're confident in its results with. This mini size will be more than enough for your vacation. Plus, you can easily throw it in your bag and use it while exploring the city during the day.
4. Multipurpose cream blush: Multipurpose cream blushes that can be used on both cheeks and lips should be a staple in your wardrobe. Even if you don't wear any other makeup, coloring your cheeks and lips with a single product will liven up your face. Since tinted lip balms serve the same purpose, you can also buy a lip balm instead of a cream blush. The choice is yours.
5- Mini eyeshadow palette: Leave those large eyeshadow palettes with dozens of colors at home. Instead, pack a palette with 2-3 of your most frequently used colors, mostly in neutral tones. It will make your daytime and nighttime makeup much easier. If it's not a matte shade, you can also use these shades as highlighter.
6- Clear brow gel or mini brow pencil: Brows are a sensitive area for all of us. A setting gel is enough for natural and neat brows. Most of them are mini-sized anyway. Just throw it in your bag and you're done.
7- Mini eye pencil or eyeliner: An essential item for eye makeup, an eye pencil or eyeliner will become a staple in your bag. However, opt for mini versions instead of a full-length or long eye pencil. Let's mention right away that brown, plum, and navy shades look great in summer makeup. Any shade you like will do.
8-Transparent or mattifying powder: Especially for those with oily skin, a finely textured compact powder is ideal.
9- Makeup sponge or mini brush set: Instead of buying different sponges and many brushes, one versatile sponge for ease of application and a 3-piece travel-size brush set for face, eyes, and blush will suffice. There's no need to take dozens of brushes or a full set.
10- Makeup remover wipes or mini micellar water: For practicality and to save space, you can buy makeup remover wipes. Many brands offer small-sized wipes instead of large ones. You can also opt for micellar water instead of wipes. Mini sizes of this are also available. Alternatively, you can put your large-sized micellar water from home into small, travel-friendly plastic bottles with lids.
*Extra: Choosing the right makeup bag is another detail that significantly simplifies things. Vacation means sun and beach. You should pack these essentials in a waterproof, compartmentalized, and easy-to-clean makeup bag.