Going on holiday is all fun and games until it comes to packing, especially your make-up bag. What goes and what stays? Use this guide to pack your make-up core essentials for a flawless look every day (and some extra space in your bag).
1. Foundation
From creating an even complexion to covering up those pores, a base is important for any great make-up look (even your five-minute travel face beats). Foundation will give your face that seamless ‘perfect’ skin tone underneath the rest of your make-up. Not doing a full-face on holiday? A tinted moisturiser is a great alternative for sheer coverage and a more natural appearance if you’re travelling to a humid climate.
2. Lipstick
A good lipstick can make (or break) any look, which makes it an absolute travel essential. And there’s no need to pack every shade of red that you own. You only need two: a lasting bright lipstick and lip gloss. A lip gloss is perfect if you want to maintain healthy-looking lips on days spent lounging on sandy beaches or when out for brunch with the girls. A long-lasting lipstick will pull your make-up look from day to night and is the perfect finish if you’re out on the town or dining with friends. You can even use it as a blush and to add some colour to your eyes if your eyeshadow palette is too big to pack. It’s the perfect multitasker.
3. Mascara
Mascara doesn’t take up much room in your bag, but it makes a big difference to your look. Take this make-up basic with you wherever you go for eyes that pop. One brush of mascara can open up your eyes and add definition to your eyelashes. Opt for waterproof and flake-free mascara for your holiday and you’ll look fresh all day without a big wave or humid weather spoiling your fluffy lashes.
4. Setting powder
The hot weather and sun-filled days tend to make your skin oily and sticky, so powder is a must-have for any travels. Ditch your loose powder (your mess-free make-up bag will thank you) and opt for a powder compact. You can pop it in your handbag when going out so you can take a quick powder break to blur your pores and control your shine when you need to.
