 |
| My Travel Collection |
The key word in all of this is "essential". Travelling is not the time to experiment with new products. It's best to stick with what you know already works for you. Take just the bare necessities. You're not going to need false eyelashes, loose shadows, and huge bulky makeup palettes. Also, if possible, take products that you are already using (as opposed to buying the new packaged version) so that you can use it up on your trip, throw it out and have less to take home.
Overall
- Dior "Travel in Dior" Makeup Palette: This is the essential travel kit. You can pretty much leave everything else at home (minus mascara) if you take this kit (well I can't because I'm a hoarder). I love everything in it minus the blush (it's just too sheer and sparkly for me). I am in love with the eye shadows. Four creamy, sparkly, slightly sheer, eyeshadows which all compliment each other perfectly. The lighter lip colour is perfect for day time, and the darker one for night. The powder is creamy and gives you flawless buildable coverage. I can't praise this palette enough. Just perfect.
 |
| Makeup Using the "Travel in Dior" kit and Bourjois Shade 13 Shadow (colours are accurate representation) |
Face
- I will be taking a foundation (one that's good for photos) with me but it's not pictured since I can't find it at the moment!
- Inside my Dior palette, there is the Diorskin Nude Compact in shade 020 Light Beige which I will be applying after my foundation. This is a great powder as it sets your makeup for a long period of time without drying out your skin. This is vital for travel since you will not be able to fix up your makeup very often if you're gone for the whole day. By setting your makeup with a powder, you will not need to touch up your makeup and will not have the hassle of lugging cosmetics around with you!
- Rimmel Hide The Blemish Concealer Stick (in 103 Soft Honey): This lipstick shaped concealer is perfect for under the eyes (Tip: create a triangle shape pointing down from your eyes with this concealer stick to brighten your face) since it does not crease nor does it fade. It's smooth and very pigmented, so a little goes a long way. Also, the packaging is perfect for applying directly on your face and it doesn't take up space in your makeup bag!
- Maybelline Dream Mousse Concealer (in Medium Beige 0-2.5) : Sadly this flawless concealer has been discontinued but I still have a little bit left so I'm probably going to finish it on this trip. This has to be the best concealer if you have dry skin and wrinkles or laugh lines under your eyes. It completely smooths everything, leaving your skin looking absolutely flawless. I've tried high end concealers and every drug store concealer available and this is still #1. It's so disappointing that they've discontinued the concealer but I've heard that the regular mousse foundation can double as the concealer since it has the same formula so once I run out of this, I will definitely be purchasing the foundation version! The only downside to this product is that it doesn't have the most sanitary packaging. When travelling, I recommend bringing products that you can put on your face without having to wash your hands first since you may need to retouch your makeup without being near a sink with soap. That's why the Rimmel Concealer stick is perfect. This potted concealer should only be used after you wash your hands so what I do is use this in the hotel room in the morning, and bring the Rimmel concealer stick with me for the day so that I don't have to worry about having to wash my hands first.
- Mac Fix + Spray (the mini 30mL version): Perfect size for a perfect product! I am in love with this finishing spray! Leaves my foundation looking natural and dewy whilst making it last absolutely ages! When travelling, you will be taking lots of pictures so you want your face to not look smudged! Spray this on before applying mascara onto your finished face makeup and eye makeup and it will make it last the whole day and make you look refreshed. The 30 ml size is perfect since you can have this in your carry on and you don't need the big size anyways, 30 ml will last you even if you're travelling for a month.
- Maybelline Instant Age Rewind Dark Circle Treatment Concealer (in shade Light 20): Another hit from Maybelline! This is another great concealer with meh packaging (plus: can apply without fingers minus: sponge application at top can store bacteria). I love how this concealer blends in and doesn't crease. It's also quite long lasting which is necessary for travel!
- Yves Saint Laurent (or should I just write Saint Laurent now?) Touche Eclat (in the lightest shade): This is a staple in every woman's makeup bag and rightly so. Perfect highlighter that looks amazing in photos. I put it on the top of my cheekbones, down my nose, around my lips, and under my eye brows. It's subtle enough that you don't shine (in a bad way) but strong enough that you look glowing, especially in photos. Nothing more really needs to be said since this is a legendary product!
- Revlon Age Defying Moisturizing Concealer with SPF 25 (in shade Medium): I've talked about this product before so I won't really add much here but just to say that this is great for travelling due to the compact shape and added SPF 25! It's a great way to kill 2 birds with one stone since you're getting great coverage while protecting your "under eyes" from the sun. This is one of the main spots on your face that shows aging and tans fast (due to the thin skin) so this product protects that delicate area.
Eyes
- Revlon Not Just Nudes Creme Shadow Palette: I've also talked about this product so check out that post for more in depth information. Great palette for travelling since it's sleek, compact, and lightweight. It also has a mirror on the inside so you don't need to bring a compact. Palettes are great for travel but they have to be small and light (I'm looking at you Too Faced and Urban Decay!!!) since palettes can take up a lot of necessary space.
- L'Oreal Holographic Single Eye Shadow (in 905 Sand Castle): This is an old favourite of mine as it's the perfect neutral eye shadow for my skin tone. Due to its "holographic" nature, it creates a depth and makes your eye colour pop. I've hit pan on this product so I'll be trying to use it up on my trip!
- Bourjois Eyeshadow (in shade 13): This baked mineral eyeshadow is AMAZING. I forgot to open it in my picture above so here is a link to what it looks like. This crazy sparkly purple is great for evenings out as it is bold. It is versatile though since you can use a little bit of it during the day to make your eyes pop. This purple shade is great with brown eyes and makes them stand out. Also, this shade goes perfectly with the sparkly shades in my Dior travel palette.
- MAC Eye Kohl Pencil (in Smolder): To be completely honest....God, I hate this product. It smudges, it doesn't last, it gets on everything in my makeup bag, and it stings when I put it on. So you're wondering, what the hell is it doing in my travel kit?! Well, there's one thing it's good for... putting right on your lash line to add definition to your eyelashes. I naturally have very light eyelashes so this definition really makes my eyes look awake. It still smudges, yes, but not as much as if you put it on your waterline. I use this product very sparingly so I don't end up looking like a raccoon after 2 hours of wear. I'm also taking it with me because I'm trying to use it up so my makeup bag stops looking like a member of KISS went to town on it.
- Bonnebell Eye Definer Pencil (in Hot Cocoa): This drugstore find is another old favourite of mine which is great to use for eyebrows. My hair is a bit lighter now so I needed to find a lighter eyebrow definer. This is the perfect shade for me right now and it fills in my eyebrows while leaving them to look natural. Also, it is ridiculously cheap! Love it!
- L'Oreal Carbon Black Lineur Intense Liquid Eyeliner (it's obviously black): This is a great drugstore liquid eyeliner. Super precise. It's perfect for drawing that thin subtle "cat eye" on your lash line or you can go all the way and "Amy Winehouse" yourself.
 |
| Dior Travel In Dior Kit with L'Oreal Carbon Black Lineur Intense Liquid Eyeliner |
- L'Oreal Voluminous Carbon Black: This is just the current mascara that I'm using and want to use up on my trip. It's not my favourite (for my favourite: click here) but it's not bad enough that I can just throw it out or give it away. So, it's just "meh". Mascara in general though, is a staple for any travelling. It instantly brightens your eyes and makes you look more awake.
Lips
- Revlon ColorBurst Lipgloss (in Papaya 020): This is the perfect coral lipgloss for the summertime! It goes great with my Sonia Kashuk true coral blush in Sunset and a tan. Although I am a huge sunscreen lover, I still get a little bit darker in the summer so this is the best makeup combination for that time. I wouldn't dare try this in the winter since it would be too bright but when you're on vacation in the summer, why not!?
- Bourjois 3D Effect Lip Gloss (in 51 Rose chimeric): This is the epitome of baby pink lip gloss. So perfectly creamy and not sticky. It's great for when your eye makeup is more dramatic or you want to draw attention elsewhere. This lipgloss is subtle but not forgettable. It's a must have whether you're travelling or at home!
- Revlon ColorBurst Lip Butter (in 050 Berry Smoothie): Another makeup essential from me. There's an obvious reason why so many of these products are from my essentials list! Anyways, this shade in particular photographs beautifully so it's perfect for those vacations where you know you'll be photographed. It's a great neutral lip compared to the other two lipsticks I'm bringing!
- Barry M Lipstick (in shade 62): Now I've been known to wear bright lipsticks, but this takes it to a whole notha level. This is a neon (I mean, you could paint traffic cones this colour) pink. It's Nicki Minaj pink. It's Barbie on acid pink. I dab this colour onto my lips and rub it in so it's not that bright looking. It's very pigmented and unless you want to look like a bride from My Big Fat Gypsy Wedding, I don't suggest you put it directly on your lips straight from the bullet.
- Anna Sui Lip Rouge G (in shade 400): This looks like a true opaque red in the bullet but it's actually a hydrating sheer red balm. It gives you that natural looking rouge colour. It's also a great substitute for cream blush as it gives you that natural "I just got out of the cold and am blushing" look. You know the slight red colour your lips turn after they get "burned/chapped" from licking them when it's windy? That's the amazing colour this lipstick-lipbalm hybrid is. Perfect natural red lips without that chapped feeling. Also, the packaging is AMAZING. I'm obsessed with the rose carvings on it and the rose scent. I had never heard of this lip stick before and I saw the packaging across the store, dropped what I was doing, and ran to the Anna Sui counter.
- Revlon Fruity Shine Lip Balm: I don't go anywhere without lip balms, and so I'll have one in my suitcase, and two in my carry on. This is a tinted lip balm from Nivea. It's not the most hydrating but it does give your lips a slight red sheen which I love.
- Burt's Bees Honey Lip Balm: Great for moisturizing lips at night. If my lips are not too chapped then I will use this. If they're chapped, I stick to my classic Vaseline. Otherwise, Burt's Bees are the way to go.
- fresh Sugar Lip Treatment with spf 15: This is a sample size I got from Sephora and I am really liking this product so far. It's super moisturizing and the added spf means I can wear it out on its own in the daytime. It stays on for ages so I'm not sure how much of the moisture is actually absorbed but on the other hand, your lips have this perfect long-lasting sheen. Beware though because this product contains oxybenzone which is a controversial ingredient due to its possibility of it being a carcinogen. The verdict is still out so I'm still using this product, but with caution. Also, be aware that this product has a tendency to melt in high heat! Anything over 30 degrees and this lip balm will most likely melt in your purse! Therefore, I recommend not taking it with you if you're going to be in the sun all day.
 |
| From L to R: Revlon ColorBurst Lip Butter in 050 Berry Smoothie, Barry M in 62, Anna Sui Lip Rouge G in 400 |
 |
| From L to R: Revlon Lipgloss in Papaya, Bourjois Lip Gloss in shade 51, Revlon Lip Butter in Berry Smoothie 050, Barry M Lipstick in shade 62, and Anna Sui Lip Rouge G in 400 |
Cheeks
- Calvin Klein Velvet Brush (in "flush with desire"): This is another old favourite of mine. It's the perfect mix of mauve and pink with slight gold shimmer. It applies like a dream and stays on for ages. It's perfect for travel since it goes with just about any makeup look!
- Sonia Kashuk Beautifying Blush (in 03 sunset): This is great for the summertime because it makes your face glow and look like you just came back from the beach. This sunkissed blush goes great with any other makeup that is coral based.
- Bourjois Bronzing Powder (in Medium) not pictured: I totally forgot about this when I was taking the picture! It's a mostly matte bronzing powder with very very slight shimmery silver particles. It's great to highlight cheekbones and give you a more tan appearance. Be careful not to go overboard though since it can make you appear a bit orange if you put too much on. Also, check products in general don't show up too well on camera unless you put a lot on so be careful to straddle the line of looking nice on camerea with not being a cakeface in real life.
So that's all the makeup I take with me on vacation! Keep in mind, I'm going to Europe where I will be taking pictures everyday so I need to look my best. If I was going to the beach, I would just take sunscreen, lip balm and waterproof mascara. Watch out for my skincare post coming soon!
Love,
Alona
Love,
Alona
x
0 Responses to 'My Vacation Make Up Essentials'
Post a Comment