Vacation can be a time to embrace low-key makeup moments. But whether you’re heading out for a long weekend in the city, go to the countryside, the beach or on safari–there’s no need to say “bon voyage“ to feeling and looking your best self. If you like to travel light and still have all your body, face and hair needs on hand, our top 15 travel beauty essentials are effective, multipurpose and help lighten your load.
1. Most essential on any vacation might be toothpaste as it not only protects your bright smile but maintain your oral hygiene and the health of your teeth. Most recently, Aesop launched its first toothpaste that comes cruelty-free, vegan and distinctly flavored. It contains mild abrasives to polish, Sea Buckthorn for its soothing properties, and Wasabi Extract for its anti-microbial properties to help reduce plaque build-up. Essential oils of Anise, Spearmint and Clove leaves your mouth cleansed and refreshed like no common selections.
2. Right after toothpaste comes sunscreen as it helps protect against sunburn, prevent the development of wrinkles and sagging skin. As many of the foundations contain a sun protection factor (SPF) today, your make-up routine can easily be adapted, for example with the Tinted Moisturizer by Laura Mercier: The lightweight formula hydrates skin, softens fine lines and gives a healthy almost-no-make-up glow to everyone on-the-go.
3. The new and natural alternative to Elizabeth Ardens famous 8 Hour Cream comes from True Organics of Sweden: All You Need Is Me. With its 100% natural ingredients like Castor Oil, Sheabutter and Vitamine E and no parabens, mineral oils, sulfates, or dyes, it is an effective multi-use balm that protects, hydrates and heals skin. It works great on cracked and dry cuticles, heels, elbows and lips, can be used as a nourishing scalp and hair mask, for insect bites, eczema, mild sunburn, rough gardening hands and even on red baby bottoms.
4. For those oil lovers–if you only take one beauty item on holiday, pick the all-natural Goebody oil by Jao Brand. A combination of 28 plant, fruit and flower oils and butters softens chapped or rough skin, removes eye make-up, tames and shines fly-away hair. Lightly scented with Monoi from Tahiti, this multipurpose, semi-solid oil absorbs quickly, hydrates lighter than a typical body butter, longer lasting than a moisturizer and smells heavenly.
5. A facial spray not only refreshes but gives you an instant wake up call. Beloved by celebrities and makeup artists worldwide, the Beauty Elixir by Caudalie is a natural, innovative toning mist that sets makeup, provides an instant burst of radiance, and tightens the appearance of pores. The complexion treatment reduces dullness and is infused with toning rosemary, astringent mint, and soothing rose essential oil. Spritz it on hourly to revive skin, feel dewy and look glowy. (Also availiable in travel size!)
6. Keep your pout nourished and soft with the moisture-boosting lip balm by Burt’s Bees. The cult brand specializes in natural products made from beeswax and honey, that conditions skin and moisturizes. A final hint of Peppermint Oil provides that one-of-a-kind refreshing tingle.
7. If your travelled face needs an immediate fresh up, Ilias Multi Stick will do best as a versatile tint for on-the-go application that melts into lips, cheeks and eyes. The all-in-one nourishing treat combines organic ingredients like avocado oil and cocoa with the healing properties of Vitamin E and Shea Butter. The dusty rose of “At Last“ will work on most skin tones and give a soft, natural looking hint of a blush.
8. In case of long distance flights, a broken air con, a dive into a pool or very hot temperatures, the Terrybly Waterproof Mascara by Terry is the number one. With carbon-black micro-pigments, the formular creates a water-resistant cloak around each, individual eyelash to thicken, lengthen, curl and separate without risk of streaks, smudges or mishaps.
9. Much easier than carrying your face cleansing gel, a make-up remover and a towel to the restroom are cleansing wipes. They’re slightly textured to remove stubborn make-up pollution and impurities from the skin’s surface, cleanse and tone all-in-one, like Cleanse by Lauren Napier. Water, Aloe, Camomilla, and Cucumber extracts hydrate and smooth the skin’s appearance while reducing redness and inflammation. The wipes are individually packaged to use on-the-go for an energizing lift or freshening up.
10. After long flights or business meetings, skin may need a little extra supply. If you‘re not in the mood or reach for an appointment at your trusted facial dealer, try the moisturizing biological hydrogel mask with Hyaluronic Acid by Magicstripes (we all know since their pioneering eye lifting stripes). It moisturizes and relaxes the facial skin and improves it’s elasticity immediately.
11. This one is mandatory: To enjoy your shower without spending too much time in it, use a shower gel that serves skin and hair. The 2-in-1 foaming gel by French label Diptyque can be used for hair and body, pampers the senses with natural essences, and leaves a superfresh and smoothing feeling. It combines bergamot scent with peppermint to tone the skin with extracts of almond and wheat to give your hair volume and shine. You can even renounce perfume, because the smell is just fantastic.
12. Let’s be honest, we’re not washing our hair every day on vacation. In this case the award-winning Kloranedry shampoo with oat milk cleans hair, eliminates oil, and adds volume and texture to hair with ultra-gentle botanical ingredients. Safe for the most sensitive scalp and perfect for all hair types, the product won’t leave white powdery residue on your roots but works like gangbusters on yesterday’s grease.
13. Ever slept as well on the plane or in beds that aren’t your own? Congratulations! For all the others: Slip’s luxurious sleep mask is made of pure mulberry silk for the ultimate comfort and rejuvenating sleep. Lightly cushioned, it sits softly against your face to block out light while the smooth fabric protects against damage to skin and hair and allows skin to breathe (unlike any synthetic fabric).
14. To fall asleep faster, wake feeling more refreshed and reduce unfamiliar odours, the soothing blend of This Works‘ Deep Sleep Pillow Spray will help relieve tension in preparation for a restorative slumber. Lavender, Vetivert and Wild Camomile essential oils have an almost sedative effect to calm body and mind.
15. Inspired by centuries of Chinese wisdom, the red Tiger Balm offers a unique and powerful formulation specially made with herbal active ingredients like camphor and menthol. It helps soothe sore and aching muscles, as well as relief to tension headaches, sniffing and insect itches.
Remember that everything you actually need in the cabin on a plane has to be under 100ml.
Vacation can be a time to embrace low-key makeup moments. But whether you’re heading out for a long weekend in the city, go to the countryside, the beach or on safari–there’s no need to say “bon voyage“ to feeling and looking your best self. If you like to travel light and still have all your body, face and hair needs on hand, our top 15 travel beauty essentials are effective, multipurpose and help lighten your load.
1. Most essential on any vacation might be toothpaste as it not only protects your bright smile but maintain your oral hygiene and the health of your teeth. Most recently, Aesop launched its first toothpaste that comes cruelty-free, vegan and distinctly flavored. It contains mild abrasives to polish, Sea Buckthorn for its soothing properties, and Wasabi Extract for its anti-microbial properties to help reduce plaque build-up. Essential oils of Anise, Spearmint and Clove leaves your mouth cleansed and refreshed like no common selections.
2. Right after toothpaste comes sunscreen as it helps protect against sunburn, prevent the development of wrinkles and sagging skin. As many of the foundations contain a sun protection factor (SPF) today, your make-up routine can easily be adapted, for example with the Tinted Moisturizer by Laura Mercier: The lightweight formula hydrates skin, softens fine lines and gives a healthy almost-no-make-up glow to everyone on-the-go.
3. The new and natural alternative to Elizabeth Ardens famous 8 Hour Cream comes from True Organics of Sweden: All You Need Is Me. With its 100% natural ingredients like Castor Oil, Sheabutter and Vitamine E and no parabens, mineral oils, sulfates, or dyes, it is an effective multi-use balm that protects, hydrates and heals skin. It works great on cracked and dry cuticles, heels, elbows and lips, can be used as a nourishing scalp and hair mask, for insect bites, eczema, mild sunburn, rough gardening hands and even on red baby bottoms.
4. For those oil lovers–if you only take one beauty item on holiday, pick the all-natural Goe body oil by Jao Brand. A combination of 28 plant, fruit and flower oils and butters softens chapped or rough skin, removes eye make-up, tames and shines fly-away hair. Lightly scented with Monoi from Tahiti, this multipurpose, semi-solid oil absorbs quickly, hydrates lighter than a typical body butter, longer lasting than a moisturizer and smells heavenly.
5. A facial spray not only refreshes but gives you an instant wake up call. Beloved by celebrities and makeup artists worldwide, the Beauty Elixir by Caudalie is a natural, innovative toning mist that sets makeup, provides an instant burst of radiance, and tightens the appearance of pores. The complexion treatment reduces dullness and is infused with toning rosemary, astringent mint, and soothing rose essential oil. Spritz it on hourly to revive skin, feel dewy and look glowy. (Also availiable in travel size!)
6. Keep your pout nourished and soft with the moisture-boosting lip balm by Burt’s Bees. The cult brand specializes in natural products made from beeswax and honey, that conditions skin and moisturizes. A final hint of Peppermint Oil provides that one-of-a-kind refreshing tingle.
7. If your travelled face needs an immediate fresh up, Ilias Multi Stick will do best as a versatile tint for on-the-go application that melts into lips, cheeks and eyes. The all-in-one nourishing treat combines organic ingredients like avocado oil and cocoa with the healing properties of Vitamin E and Shea Butter. The dusty rose of “At Last“ will work on most skin tones and give a soft, natural looking hint of a blush.
8. In case of long distance flights, a broken air con, a dive into a pool or very hot temperatures, the Terrybly Waterproof Mascara by Terry is the number one. With carbon-black micro-pigments, the formular creates a water-resistant cloak around each, individual eyelash to thicken, lengthen, curl and separate without risk of streaks, smudges or mishaps.
9. Much easier than carrying your face cleansing gel, a make-up remover and a towel to the restroom are cleansing wipes. They’re slightly textured to remove stubborn make-up pollution and impurities from the skin’s surface, cleanse and tone all-in-one, like Cleanse by Lauren Napier. Water, Aloe, Camomilla, and Cucumber extracts hydrate and smooth the skin’s appearance while reducing redness and inflammation. The wipes are individually packaged to use on-the-go for an energizing lift or freshening up.
10. After long flights or business meetings, skin may need a little extra supply. If you‘re not in the mood or reach for an appointment at your trusted facial dealer, try the moisturizing biological hydrogel mask with Hyaluronic Acid by Magicstripes (we all know since their pioneering eye lifting stripes). It moisturizes and relaxes the facial skin and improves it’s elasticity immediately.
11. This one is mandatory: To enjoy your shower without spending too much time in it, use a shower gel that serves skin and hair. The 2-in-1 foaming gel by French label Diptyque can be used for hair and body, pampers the senses with natural essences, and leaves a superfresh and smoothing feeling. It combines bergamot scent with peppermint to tone the skin with extracts of almond and wheat to give your hair volume and shine. You can even renounce perfume, because the smell is just fantastic.
12. Let’s be honest, we’re not washing our hair every day on vacation. In this case the award-winning Klorane dry shampoo with oat milk cleans hair, eliminates oil, and adds volume and texture to hair with ultra-gentle botanical ingredients. Safe for the most sensitive scalp and perfect for all hair types, the product won’t leave white powdery residue on your roots but works like gangbusters on yesterday’s grease.
13. Ever slept as well on the plane or in beds that aren’t your own? Congratulations! For all the others: Slip’s luxurious sleep mask is made of pure mulberry silk for the ultimate comfort and rejuvenating sleep. Lightly cushioned, it sits softly against your face to block out light while the smooth fabric protects against damage to skin and hair and allows skin to breathe (unlike any synthetic fabric).
14. To fall asleep faster, wake feeling more refreshed and reduce unfamiliar odours, the soothing blend of This Works‘ Deep Sleep Pillow Spray will help relieve tension in preparation for a restorative slumber. Lavender, Vetivert and Wild Camomile essential oils have an almost sedative effect to calm body and mind.
15. Inspired by centuries of Chinese wisdom, the red Tiger Balm offers a unique and powerful formulation specially made with herbal active ingredients like camphor and menthol. It helps soothe sore and aching muscles, as well as relief to tension headaches, sniffing and insect itches.
Remember that everything you actually need in the cabin on a plane has to be under 100ml.
Published in Elle Magazine