Pre-moistened cloths are excellent for trips and can double as makeup
remover and cleanser. Equally as good are baby wipes. If they are gentle enough
to use on a baby then they are definitely gentle enough for your face. For
moisturizer buy one with at least an SPF 15 (SPF 30 is even better) for daytime
wear. Pack it in your carry on if you’re flying. And remember to bring an
atomizer for your face and neck. This is extremely important as different
altitudes can be rough on skin and adequate hydration is the name of the game.
Evian is my brand of choice but there are a number of different ones on the
market and some have a light scent to them. If you’re not going to be away from
home for long, use your atomizer in place of night moisturizer or consider
buying a lotion that can be used on your face, day or night.
Makeup choices
One day and one night lipstick is the way to go for the beauty conscious
traveler. For day choose something light and dewy and for night go with a matte
shade that is darker and more dramatic! Coordinate blush with lipstick shades
for daytime AND nighttime pizzazz. Remember that lip and eye pencils are
perfect for travel excursions. They are both small and very compact. Pack a few
Q-tips to help blend eye shadows, which should help cut down on the amount of
makeup brushes you need to bring along.
Nail polish
Don’t forget your fingernails (and toenails if they’ll be showing) while
you’re away. Sheer or light colors are easier to touch up than darker colors.
Make sure to wrap nail polish bottles in a plastic bag or even better, a
resealable lunch bag.
Fragrance
Don’t want to be without fragrance during your trip? I understand completely
as I feel the same way. But don’t make the mistake of packing bulky (and
breakable!) glass bottles of perfume or cologne. You’re only asking for trouble
if you do this! Instead inquire at the perfume counter about obtaining small
samples of your favorite fragrance or purchasing perfume in a lotion form. Or
consider buying a small sized plastic bottle of an all over body mist with a
light fragrance (such as Calgon or Herbal
Garden) that is perfect for
traveling.