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Pack an efficient and light travel beauty kit

Published on June 30, 2025 at 9:56

Vacation mode is almost on. But has packing already started to stress you? With a few smart tips, prepping your suitcase (especially your beauty kit) can actually be enjoyable! We’ve put together a list of practical tips to help you create a travel beauty kit that’s both efficient and compact. Because yes, travelling light can absolutely rhyme with feeling beautiful!

Adjust your skincare routine to your destination

Before choosing what beauty products to bring, think about the type of trip you’re taking. A beach getaway won’t require the same essentials as a hiking trip in the mountains; you’ll want to adapt your skincare routine accordingly.

Spending your days soaking up the sun? Bring a high-SPF sunscreen. Heading off to hike in Scandinavia or the Alps? Don’t forget a richer, more nourishing face cream.

Give your full skincare routine a little vacation, too

To avoid any unpleasant surprises while travelling, stick with your tried-and-true skincare faves. Your vacation is not the time to test out new products. One bad skin reaction could ruin your trip photos!

Keep it simple and effective: a cleanser and a day cream (ideally with SPF) can do the job. If you have a bit more room, you can always add a serum or any other must-have treatment you swear by.

Embrace travel-size beauty products

Vacation time calls for travel-size versions of your favorite products! Minis lighten your suitcase and save space, plus they’re flight-friendly and meet airline security requirements for liquids.

Not into buying travel formats? Pick up a set of small, refillable containers and transfer your go-to products. They’re especially handy for liquids like shampoo or conditioner.

A few quick tips for the perfect travel beauty kit:

  • Skip the glass bottles; they’re heavy and can break
  • Go for solid products: shampoo bars, soap bars, stick sunscreen
  • Bring a mini version of your signature perfume or opt for a solid fragrance

Keep  your makeup essentials to a minimum

On vacation, bring only the makeup products you truly can’t live without. Not only will this free up space in your suitcase (hello, souvenirs!), but you’ll probably want to spend more time enjoying your break than doing your makeup.

Choose lightweight, creamy textures that can be applied with your fingers and layered easily. Multi-use products are your best friends; think blushes that double as lip or eye colour.

Even if you want to look your best, chances are you’ll use the same makeup essentials you do at home. It’s up to you to decide what deserves a spot in your kit, but here are a few must-haves we recommend:

Of course, you can add a few favourites or go-to tools like a sponge or brush to make the application easier. Slip it all into a pretty pouch and you’re ready to go on vacation!

Vous pouvez bien sûr ajouter quelques produits coups de cœur ou des outils indispensables pour faciliter l’application du maquillage, comme une éponge ou un pinceau. Glissez le tout dans une jolie pochette et vous voilà prêt pour les vacances!

Avec tous ses conseils en main, vous deviendrez un pro pour composer votre trousse beauté de voyage!

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