Anyone who knows me well knows that I am a very, very, very bad packer. Overpacking is an understatement. I envy those who are able to pack for longer than a week — in a carry-on! My toiletries take up my entire carry-on — And that’s without the full size skincare products that must be checked because of the TSA no-liquid rule. Needless to say, I am over-prepared with my beauty products when traveling. Do I actually use all of it" NO. Do I actually need all of it" Definitely not. Then why pack it" I’ve been asking myself the same question.
So, on a recent trip, I decided to put my money where my mouth is — and pack just ONE bag for everything — makeup, skincare, and haircare products! It was tough; I’m not going to lie. But keeping in mind these tips, I did it — and I felt pounds lighter because of it! PACK A PALETTE
One palette with everything you need to make you pretty — that’s the only way to travel (and save space!). My current choice for shadow palettes is Nars Narsissist Wanted Eyeshadow Palette ($59). This palette has everything you need to create a variety of pretty summer eye looks, from shimmers to mattes, bronze and golds to the season’s It hue, burnt brick red. For the face and cheeks, I’m still feeling Becca’s winter drop, Apres Ski Glow Collection Face Palette ($54). I told you it would last you through spring and summer, so if you haven’t picked one up yet, do...