Spring is here! It’s breezy, sunny, and warm enough to enjoy everything from the mountains and forests to the beaches or farms. And while it’s the perfect time to start planning the next couple of months’ worth of vacations – from weekend getaways to long holidays – it’s also important to start stocking up on everything you need a little in advance (because we want to avoid last-minute errands, correct?). Enter skincare and makeup minis that promise to be kind to your skin, no matter how harsh or transitional the weather. This list is almost as important as planning your itinerary or booking your tickets. Oh, and the best part is that they’re all packed in tiny bottles that are designed not to take up too much space in your carry-on bag – ergo, no airport security restrictions.
Dr. Barbara Sturm Mini Hyaluronic Serum
Why is this serum non-negotiable, you ask? A few drops of this elixir are equivalent to a tall, nourishing glass of water for your skin. With a mix of small and large molecularly weighted particles in this formulation, hyaluronic acid reaches the deepest layers of your skin to provide a rich boost of hydration. A perfect addition to your travel kit, this 10ml bottle is an instant pick-me-up that you can lean on to add life to your skin.
Elemis Pro-collagen Marine Cream
If you’re worried about the holiday sun or the severe dryness that you may experience from a hilly destination, which could affect the firmness and glow of your skin, consider this tube your saving grace. Packed with marine and plant actives like Padina pavonica, chlorella and ginkgo biloba, this miracle cream will keep your skin healthy and plump regardless of where you decide to holiday. Also, it’s a gel-based formula, so you won’t have to worry if you have sensitive skin.
Estee Lauder Pure Color Lipstick Emerald Mini
Let’s face it, there’s no such thing as too many shades of lipstick, even when you’re packing for a trip. When you think of a luxurious formulation that glides effortlessly and makes you feel like an island princess, only one brand comes to mind – Estee Lauder. This perfect combo of molten matte, long-lasting lipstick by Estee Lauder features the promise to complement every kind of holiday wardrobe that you can think of.
Thank You Farmer Rice Pure Glow Travel Kit
You won’t need a whole bag of skincare essentials if you have this little kit of goodness with you. Featuring a rice pure clay mask & foam cleanser, a rice pure essential toner, and a moisturising rice pure cream, this is the only skincare routine you need on a vacation. A K-beauty skincare label, Thank Your Farmer, formulates its products to gently yet deeply hydrate the skin, making it healthy and ready for makeup.
Charlotte Tilbury Iconic Magic Mini Skin Set
When on holiday, we assume our days will be packed with everything from adventures and lazy afternoons on the beach to evening strolls and dinners. For a quick boost of 360-degree skincare on days like these, trust this powerful duo of elixir and moisturiser to instantly give you younger, smoother, and radiant skin from your very own Charlotte Tilbury.
Marc Jacobs Daisy Eau De Toilette Spray
When you are on vacation, you need something that’s sophisticated by not too serious, and this Daisy Eau De Toilette offers an experience just like that. It’s playful, flirty, elegant, and yet charming, offering an alluring and feminine scent. Made with a luscious natural freshness of wild strawberry, violet leaves and ruby red grapefruit, this aromatic affair has notes of musk, vanilla, and soft sensuality.
Fable & Mane Mahamane Smooth & Shine Hair Oil
Chlorine, sand, salt, sun, and the unforgiving tropical weather are all a packaged deal when you head on vacation. Your hair needs to look perfect and full of moisture and sheen. Here are the steps in your luxurious hair oil from Fable & Mane that promises protection against heat damage up to 450°F and UV rays, all while hydrating each strand for a luscious, glossy, and healthy mane.
Sol de Janeiro Bum Bum Jet Set
Tell us a better body care, nay, body-loving tropical vacation combo, we are waiting. This Bum Bum jet set is packed with a body cream, a shower gel, and a body mist that is formulated with addictive notes of pistachio and salted caramel. It will leave your skin looking naturally glowing, whether you are indoors or outdoors. The radiant sheen and the undeniable soft skin feeling are hard to say no to.
L’Occitane Shea Butter Dry Skin Hand Cream
Are your hands troubling you on flights with that crusty, dry feeling? This luxuriously creamy hand lotion from L'Occitane is going to be your go-to moisturising agent. Made with 20% organic shea butter, this lotion is what cloudy-hand dreams are made of. It nourishes, soothes, and makes your palms vacation-ready.
TIRTIR Mask Fit Red Mini Cushion Foundation
Finally, are you a vacation girl who’s chronically online without her TIRTIR mini cushion foundation? I think not. This pressed cushion foundation is going to soak up any excess oil and sebum that could potentially ruin those gram-worthy bikini pictures you have been dying to post. Just a dab here and there, and here you have it, poreless, blemish-free, even-toned skin for hours.
Parting Thoughts
People always say vacations are expensive, but for many, it’s the shopping before the trip where we make our most luxurious purchases. Rightfully so though, we work our butts off the whole year, and a pre-vacation treat for that relaxing and lush affair is a must-have. From Marc Jacobs perfume to a TIRTIR cushion foundation, I have my bags packed. What are you waiting for?
FAQs
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What are some good lipstick shades for a beach vacation?
A good shade for a beach vacation would be either a bright red or a flirty pink, preferably with a glossy finish that reflects the golden hour rays and the glistening sea. Here are a few recommendations:
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What are some good waterproof mascaras for vacation?
Here are some good waterproof mascaras for your beach vacation:
