My Travel Beauty Essentials!!
This summer, I'm keeping my beauty routine simple, effortless and travel-friendly. These are the products I'll never leave home without, the tried-and-tested essentials that help me look and feel my best, wherever I'm headed. From glowing skin to easy holiday hair and a timeless fragrance, these are my summer favourites.
The all-rounder, BALM 6!
Of course, BALM 6 is the first beauty essential packed in my travel bag. Why? This little pot of multitasking miracle balm is noncomedogenic and packed with ingredients that protect and lock in all that precious moisture.
Sweat (made up of water and salt) evaporates and steals your skin's moisture and, believe me, the older you get, every drop counts!! Those whose skin looks great for their age have usually cleansed, protected and nourished their skin barrier... and BALM 6 is made for exactly that especially while you’re away in the sun.
1 - Cleanser
2- Hair Mask
3 - Face Mask
4 - Moisturiser
5- Cuticle Softener
6 - Nourishes Brows, Lashes & Lips
LET'S not forget 'the fizz'... those wispy hairs around your hairline, ears and nape that go even fizzier in the heat. At night on holiday, I protect both my skin and my 'fizz' with BALM 6. Castor Oil helps protect hair, while Prickly Pear, often called nature's Hyaluronic Acid locks in moisture for both skin and hair.
What FOUNDATION?
Everyone asks me, what did I use! When I'm travelling, I like my makeup to be quick, effortless and never sticky. That's why I always pack Make Up a La Carte’s Mineral Foundation. It's light, breathable and so easy to apply, whether you're getting ready in a hotel room or touching up on the go.
I never travel without both Magnolia and Caramel. Having two shades means I can adapt to changing skin tones, blend seamlessly and create a natural, sun-kissed finish. Just layer lightly with a good brush, and you're ready for anything.
THE SPF! Always!!
I never travel without a face SPF 50 (and you certainly shouldn’t) and that's why I'm so excited that we've partnered with Altruist Sunscreen for our gorgeous Splash Kit. Developed by consultant dermatologist Dr Andrew Birnie, Altruist offers high-performance sun protection that's lightweight, non-sticky and easy to wear every day. Even better, every purchase helps support charities providing life-saving sunscreen to people with albinism in Africa, a wonderful reminder that looking after your own skin can help protect someone else's too. Altruist Face Fluid SPF 50 is going straight in my case.
https://altruistsun.com/products/altruist-face-fluid-spf50-50ml
The all important Hair Care products
My hair favourites this summer have to be Sam McKnight's Cool Girl Volume Cleanse Shampoo in the beautiful blush pink bottle, alongside the iconic Cool Girl Barely There Texture Mist in its lavender can. The shampoo leaves hair feeling beautifully clean, full of body and shine without weighing it down, while the texture mist gives that effortless, 'done-undone' look we all love. Lightweight, brush-able and beautifully scented, they're the perfect duo for holiday hair that's relaxed, fresh and never over-styled.
The make-up must!
I'm never one for wearing lots of makeup on holiday, but a good mascara is non-negotiable. Ruby Hammer's Mascara & Brow Duo has been a favourite of mine for some time. I love the slim brush, it catches every lash, separates beautifully and gives definition without clumping, while the brow gel keeps everything softly groomed, just the way I like it. It's the perfect two-in-one for a fresh, natural look with minimal effort!
https://rubyhammer.com/products/mascara-brow-duo?variant=44014225228025
A scent I’ll always return too.
When it comes to fragrance, I've gone back to an old favourite, Jo Malone's Amber & Lavender. It's elegant, warm and wonderfully calming, with just the right balance of soft lavender and rich amber. It's one of those timeless scents that instantly transports me to slower, sun-filled days, making it the perfect holiday companion.
https://www.jomalone.co.uk/product/25946/9947/colognes/amber-lavender-cologne
The pre-holiday groom.
A little pre-holiday grooming goes a long way. I always have my brows tinted, eyeliner topped up and nails done before I travel. It means I can wear less makeup, feel polished from the moment I arrive and spend more time enjoying the sunshine than getting ready.