Tuesday, April 16, 2013

Don't Forget to Pack... (Beauty Edition)

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Fresh off the runway (tarmac, not fashion): …our travel must-haves!

Julia’s Top 3

-Neutrogena Oil Free Eye Makeup Remover: I won’t lie and say that I’m one of those girls who can’t sleep if she has a stitch of makeup on (I know- not good).  Priority #1 is taking my contacts out, after that, it’s fair game as to what gets done on vacation.  (Night serums, makeup remover…sure, on a good night.)  I do, however, always kick myself when I forget to pack this particular product.  I imagine it could remove permanent marker in the gentlest fashion.  Nothing makes me feel like I’m working with a clean slate like a thorough swab of this potion over my eyes.

- Morrocanoil: whether it’s the humidity or the hotel hair dryer, my lion’s mane is usually in need of some tender love and care come Day 2 of vacation.  Morrocanoil is the ticket to frizz-less, effortless beach hair…whether you’re at the beach or not (and it smells ridiculous! +5).

-A palette with a good size mirror:  Palettes are fantastic for travel because they lighten the load, but the emphasis here is on the mirror.  Hotel bathroom lighting is always touch-and-go.  Florescent bulbs!?  That’s not an accurate representation of how the rest of the world will see you.  Grabbing a sizable mirror and parking it by a window can be a real game changer for makeup application.  Natural lighting is a dear old friend.


Lauren’s Top 3

- Tan Towels: If I'm traveling for a special event, it often requires me to show body parts that haven't seen the sun for a long long time (see: the wedding I went to this past weekend). I've tried a number of different self-tanners over the years, but Tan Towels are by far the best. They distribute excellent color, don't streak and they’re perfect for traveling. Beware of Tan Towel look-alikes (even some that are more expensive). This is the brand you want.

- Kielh's Midnight Recovery: everybody knows that long flights dry you up, but sometimes your daily moisturizer just won't cut it. A few drops of this serum before bedtime quenches your skin over night and leaves you feeling refreshed and bright in the morning. It's travel size, but will last forever. 

- Bobby pins: Never underestimate the power of a bobby pin. Vacation hair is unpredictable. You might not have your favorite styling tools or hair products, so you often resort to throwing your hair up in a ponytail or bun... not that there's anything wrong with that... BUT, with a bobby pin, you can add a twist or a side braid in minutes and completely upgrade the look. 

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