Everything You Need to Pack for Your Next Getaway

No matter where you're road-tripping or jetting off to, you will always need a holiday beauty packing list. Why? Well, we've all been there: We get halfway around the world only to realize our favorite beauty product remains inconveniently on our bathroom shelf at home. Of course, the little gift shop in the middle of this far-flung vacation destination doesn't stock said product. And don't even let us remind you what happens when you try to sneak your favorite full-sized 5-ounce body lotion through security (just like the lottery, you're unlikely to win that one). That's why you need to plan, with military precision, which beauty products you're going to pack before you go away. Luckily, at Byrdie, we love making lists, so here is every single beauty product you could ever need for any type of vacay.

Keep scrolling to check off your beauty products as you pack, and make sure you bookmark this page for future reference.

Note: If you're traveling by plane with a carry-on, ensure all liquids are 3.4 ounces or less and can all fit into a regulation quart-sized clear plastic bag or similarly-sized reusable clear makeup case.

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Vacation Basics

Wherever you're traveling to, if you're beauty-minded, you'll want to ensure that the below products make their way into your toiletry kit.

Skincare:

• Face wash
• Muslin cloth or the cleansing tool of your choice
• Face wipes (We love Neutrogena Makeup Remover Cleansing Towelettes & Face Wipes, $7.)
• Cotton pads and buds
• Toner
• Serum
• Moisturizer
• Eye cream
• SPF 30 sunscreen
• Lip balm

Bodycare:

• Shower gel
• Razor
• Body lotion
• Deodorant (Check out our favorite natural deodorants here)
• Perfume

Makeup:

• Makeup brushes and sponges
• Foundation
• Concealer
• Powder
• Blush
• Highlighter (We adore Laura Mercier's Stardust Radiant Glow Palette, $68)
• Eyeshadow
• Eyeliner
• Mascara
• Brow pencil
• Brow comb
• False lashes 
• Eyelash curler
• Lipstick/lip gloss
• Blotting papers
• Tweezers

Haircare:

• Shower cap
• Shampoo
• Conditioner
• Hairbrush
• Hairstyling products (Think: hair spray, serum, dry shampoo, etc.)
• Hairdryer
• Curling iron
• Straightener
• Hair ties
• Hair accessories

Oralcare:

• Dental floss
• Toothbrush and toothpaste
• Mouthwash

The Long Weekend

In addition to all the products recommended on the Vacation Basics list, if you're headed out for a long weekend away, it's worth adding the products below to your packing list, as well. That way you'll be able to relax and refresh while you're away.

Skincare:

• Cooling face mist
• SPF face spray or on-the-go powder
• Hand cream
• Eye gels

The Beach Vacay

When the beach is on the agenda, it's important to expand your basic vacation packing list to include lots of hydrating haircare and skin-soothing products that are geared towards pre- and post-sun exposure. And, if you're one to paint your fingers and toes, you'll want to include nail products to touch up your sand-worn mani and pedi.

Skincare:

• Soothing face mask
• Face scrub
• Body scrub
• SPF lip balm

Bodycare:

• SPF 30 or higher
• Aloe vera gel
• After-sun maximizer
• Shimmer body oil (We love Patrick Ta's Major Glow Body Oil, $52)
• Sunless tanning cream or spray

Makeup:

• BB cream with SPF
• Bronzer

Haircare:

• Hydrating hair mask
• Anti-humidity spray (like amika's The Shield Anti-Humidity Spray, $25)
• UV protection hair mist
• Salt spray

Nailcare:

• Nail polish
• Nail polish remover
• Cotton balls

The Skiing Holiday

Hitting the slopes any time soon? While frigid temps and powder-white snow might not bring images of sunburns to mind, believe it or not, skiing is one of the prime times to experience sun damage thanks to the way the light reflects off the snow. That said, be sure to pack the below items for extra protection and recovery post-ski run.

Skincare:

• SPF 50 face stick
• SPF 50 lip balm

Bodycare:

• Intensive moisturizing face/body cream
• Bath soak for muscles
• Soothing muscle balm

The Long-Haul Trip

If you plan on being away for weeks on end, it's a good idea to enhance your travel beauty routine with more luxurious skincare and bodycare products to pamper yourself while you're away from home. Check out our suggestions, below.

Skincare:

• Hydrating sheet masks
• Exfoliating pads
• Overnight face masks

Bodycare:

• Calming pulse point oil
• Sleep eye mask

Up next: Discover the travel skincare habits that actually make a difference.