A Makeup Artist On 5 Products To Level Up Your Vacation Beauty Routine

Warm-weather beauty essentials to get that good type of glow.

Overseas jet setting is back and second to the stress of trying to remember where your passport is comes the dreaded task of having to figure out what warm-weather beauty products to prioritise in your luggage.

If you’re jetting off on a summer vacation as I did recently, you’ve probably already packed a month’s worth of outfits for a one-week trip, so it’s easy to convince yourself that you need to bring 5 different eyeshadow palettes and 13 lipsticks with matching lip liners. But take it from me, once you’re in vacay mode, all of that goes out the window and it’s all about getting ready quickly and making sure your face stays put all day.

As a makeup artist, playing favourites with beauty products is next to impossible, but on my recent vacation, I finally cracked the code to the ultimate lineup of warm-weather beauty products.

Keep scrolling to reveal the 5 beauty products that kept my skin fresh, protected and oh-so glowy – despite the heat.

Ultra Violette Queen Screen SPF50+

Let’s get the glaringly obvious out of the way first because if sunscreen isn’t at the top of your packing list, then we need to chat. The Ultra Violette Supreme Screen SPF 50+ gives you that ‘barely there’ feeling, but with copious protection. Best used as the last step of your skincare routine in the morning. Three full pipettes later and you’re now a glowy UVA and UVB fighting goddess. The best thing is, that it’s a dream to reapply thanks to its lightweight, serum texture.

Clinique Even Better Serum Foundation

This foundation is all of my complexion dreams in a bottle. Second skin feeling? Yes. Flexible coverage? Absolutely. Natural finish? You got it. Long-lasting? Duh! The added bonus of SPF 20 makes it even better. If you want to look fresh-faced, but also full glam on your vacay, then look no further. The coverage in the Clinique Even Better Clinical Serum Foundation is so flexible that you can achieve the look of a tinted moisturiser but also build your base up to full, flawless coverage.

MAC Glow Play Blush

In an effort to save space, opt for multi-use products like the M.A.C Glow Play blushes which are perfect for both your cheeks and lips. The soft, cushiony texture makes it a total breeze to apply with either your fingers, a brush, or a sponge. Plus, the small compact packaging means it’ll fit easily in your day bag if you want to touch up before heading out at night.

Tanologist Face + Body Drops

Rather than packing a gradual tanning moisturiser in your luggage which will take up space and have you fretting all flight long as to whether or not it’s going to leak everywhere, why not go for self-tanning drops? This way, you can take full advantage of the miniature hotel body lotions and simply add a couple of drops to prolong the life of your faux glow and keep your skin hydrated and glowy.

KORA Organics Minty Mineral Hydration Mist

I found three different uses for this magical little mist. As part of your skincare routine, this is best used after cleansing to keep your skin soft and damp, ready to absorb all of your serums. It also makes for a great makeup refresher thanks to its super fine, but generous mist. It’ll revitalise your skin and freshen up your makeup leaving your complexion looking hydrated and dewy. The best part of all is thanks to the certified organic aloe vera, this mist was the perfect pick me up after accidentally spending a little too much time in the sun. It cooled my sunkissed, rosy cheeks down like you wouldn’t believe. Total lifesaver.

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