Don’t arrive at your destination hot and bothered! Discover the secret to looking great on the fly.
Whether you’re escaping the city for a couple of days or jetsetting for a few weeks, there is no need to say bon voyage to looking your best! Travel light and breathe easy knowing you have all your makeup essentials, with our handy guide.
It can often be a struggle to decide what makeup to bring when you’re holidaying. There is always that impending sense of “what if…”? You then usually find yourself packing three fake tans, eight lipsticks and 13 eyeshadows, including that metallic jade one you have never worn, but might try out, maybe.
Getting too creative can add those much-needed kilos to your luggage. It’s time to minimise and be practical with your travel makeup. Start with the basics and build your essential beauty bag from there. Avoid any suitcase dramas of smashed fragrance bottles and opt for small sample-sized fragrances, or travel bottles instead.
Ditch single eye colours and limit yourself to one compact palette which are versatile and can be used to create a number of looks (the eyeshadows can even work as brow enhancers). A simple palette with at least three colours will allow you to mix shades. This will let you have the option to pull off a natural or glam look anytime and anywhere around the globe. Let your location inspire you!
Europe bound
Undoubtedly one of the world’s most loved travel destinations, Europe is uniquely iconic and infamously cool – so make sure your look is spot on. Whether you’re sipping a coffee in Italy or off to visit the Eiffel Tower in Paris, a bold red lip and a classic, luxurious and seductive scent should be part of your staple essentials.
Accompany the look with liquid foundation (empty some into travel sized pots), and a mineral powder, and prepare to fall in love with the scenic beauty that is Europe.
Tropical travel
Sun, sand and crystal blue waters of the warmer destinations call for waterproof mascara and eye makeup (travel-sized if you can tear yourself away from your everyday tube!), coral and bronze makeup shades and light topical fragrances.
It’s a good idea to pack some powder, as regular foundation may not be the best to wear in the heat and humidity of the beach (no one wants their face running down their neck!). Cleansing wipes, tinted moisturiser with sunscreen, lip balm with SPF and Aloe Vera are all essentials.
Pro tip: protect compacts from breakage and spillage by stuffing a cotton ball between the mirror and powder.
New Yorker
From Wall Street’s soaring skyscrapers and Central Park’s green oasis to the hustle and bustle of Times Square, New York City beats with an irresistible energy. And so must you! Ooze stylish chic with simple monochrome eyeshadow, and texturizing hair spray.
Most importantly, remember you are on holiday, so relax, have fun and play around with your look! It’s more than likely that you will probably never see these people again, so don’t get too caught up in looking glam 24/7!
What to take on the plane
How do you keep your skin glowing despite the arid environment of an airplane? An emergency kit is a must to battle all the in-flight elements. Pack a refreshing face mist, makeup wipes, cleanser, moisturiser and lip balm. Bring on a travel pot of concealer to mask tired eyes or dull skin for when you descend.
Look for a cosmetics case roomy enough to fit all your staple essentials. One with a structured shape (so that it’s easy enough to smoosh into your suitcase or carry on) and a protective casing inside will prevent liquids from leaking.
