Travel Necessities: 12 Beauty Essentials To Pack For Your Holiday

Is it just me or is beauty the most difficult part of packing for the holiday? How do you know which blushes to pack or how many different shades of orange lipstick to throw in? Or what to use when a week in the sun throws you a lemon and you end up with sunburnt lips and steel wool hair... 

So, here's a list of beauty essentials to keep you looking your glowing best for all those holiday selfies.

1.

Dry Shampoo

Holidays are sometimes more of a rush than a time of relaxation which is why this Redken dry shampoo is perfect, it keeps your hair looking clean and shiny when you're running late for hotel breakfast.

2.

Cleanser

When packing a cleanser for a holiday it needs to be two things; gentle enough to soothe distressed skin (due to climate change) and hard-working enough to remove debris. This Dermalogica cleanser is gentle enough for sensitive skin and moisturises as well as cleanses.

3.

Facial Cream

Your skin really takes a beating when travelling, if it's not the plane sucking out every ounce of moisture it's the change in climate. Pack a cream that works for both day and night to save space. This cream absorbs wonderfully and doesn't leave your pores feeling suffocated.

4.

Spf

Please wear sunblock wherever you go! This sunblock has a slight tint which is perfect if you're not in the mood for foundation. It provides an even coverage and doesn't leave your skin looking and feeling oily.

5.

Sunblock

The rest of your body is just as important as your face! Don't forget to lather on the sunblock before sipping on those poolside cocktails.

6.

After - Sun Lotion

And now for some rehabilitation! Even if your skin isn't feeling toasty, give it some relief with this after sun lotion by Eucerin. 

7.

Foundation

Grab a foundation that's light enough for a no-makeup look but thick enough to provide lasting coverage. This Bobbi Brown (Honey) cream compact provides lasting coverage while still keeping your skin looking and feeling hydrated.

8.

Eyeshadow 

Pack an eyeshadow palette instead of individual colours. This Bobbi Brown (Warm Glow) palette is ideal for day and night with it's neutral colours, perfect for a soft bronzed look or a smouldering smokey eye for those nights out. 

9.

Waterproof Mascara

Avoid Racoon eyes after a plunge in the pool with this waterproof mascara by Givenchy. The unique brush provides extra volume and draws the lashes out. A must - have for all lash lovers!

10.

Bronzer / Blush

Pack a bronzer, blush duo like this one from Chanel (Les Beiges Healthy Glow)

which also has an spf in it. It acts as a highlighter, sculpting powder, bronzer and blush which saves you a whole lot of space!

11.

Lipstick Palette

Pack a lipstick palette instead of all your lipsticks which will save space and prevent loss. Choose a palette with a few bright colours as well as a neutral colour for different looks. 

12.

Nail Polish

Don't forget about your nails! Go crazy with colour this summer with this one from Topshop in 'Clique'. 

What are your travel beauty essentials?

Trend Alert: Goth Lips

Dark lips are the latest 90's trend to make a comeback and it's popping up everywhere, from designers' runway shows to many celebs sporting this look. What makes this look so attractive is that it agrees with any skin tone. Many celebs including Beyonce and Claire Danes have swopped out their signature red lips for deep burgundy and even near-black shades.

This bold look certainly turns heads but how does the everyday woman wear this look? Is this look appropriate for the office or should it be worn on weekends only? Dark lips are a powerful, impactful look, what keeps this look modern is ensuring everything else is kept healthy-looking and natural. With everything, the time, place and outfit makes a difference but if applied well and maintained, it can look elegant in the right setting.

If you're worried that this look may not be from you why not take a cue from your favourite celebs. Rihanna has been sporting this look a lot recently as well as Katy Perry and Beyonce. They keep it modern by playing down their other features.

Dark lips comes in a rage of colours to suit every skin tone, pick one that compliments your shade and work with that. Make sure the lip colour suits your hair as well as your skin tone. Always use a pencil. Darker shades are less forgiving and using a pencil will give you a symmetrical look, also apply lipstick with a lip brush for longer lasting wear. 

Keep your look simple by ensuring your skin is fresh and clean. If you're using a matte lipstick keep your skin fresh and dewy whereas a gloss lipstick would demand slightly eggshell, semi- matte skin. Complete this look by adding a bit of bronzer to your cheeks and a good mascara to your lashes. Another key tip to remember, if you have fuller lips an opaque lip would work but use a slightly transparent lips stain for thinner lips to avoid lips looking even thinner.

I have tried this look a couple times and I must say I'm all about that goth life.

My friend Zubeida sporting a goth lip

I'm all about that goth life

Beyonce in a deep red with a brown undertone 

Rihanna keeps her skin slightly matte with a gloss lip

Rihanna sporting a darker brown hue

Rihanna keeping it natural with a berry hue

A paler Claire Danes keeping it simple with neutral eyes, definitely can be worn at the office

A few colour options by Chanel