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    35 Travel-Related Beauty Items You’ll Wanna Make Sure You Pack In Your Suitcase

    Because you don't want your getting-ready time to cut in on your sightseeing schedule, but you still wanna look hot in your pic in front of the Duomo.

    1. Patchology depuffing eye matches as a cool treat for your tired eyes. You should always ALWAYS have some eye patches in your suitcase. I was so grateful to have packed some of these for a 48-hour Vegas trip when I woke up to VERY puffy eyes the morning of an outdoor heavy-metal music festival. 

    Hand holding a translucent skincare product with the text
    Amazon

    The individual packaging for these patches also makes them super easy to slip into your bag or a random little pocket. I wore some when indulging in a bubble bath (yay, waking up at the crack of dawn in Vegas because you're still on East Coast time) before housing an obscene amount of casino buffet food and going to see some bands perform in the desert heat. This brand is consistently my fave eye-patch brand because I do notice a depuffing difference, and the thick gel makes the patches stick!

    Promising review: "Cooling, restful, and easy to use. The sealed packet keeps the product moist until you're ready to apply it. Great for travel — refresh your eyes after a flight or before a big event, without worrying about TSA regulations or spills in your luggage." —Shaner

    Get five pairs from Amazon for $15.

    2. The SAEM Iceland Hydrating Eye Stick is a cooling eye stick made with *actual* Icelandic glacial water to depuff your tired under eyes. Oh, and it just feels really, really refreshing. 

    The small polar bear shaped eye stick in a reviewer's hands
    Before and after pic of reviewer with dark under eyes that are gone in the second pic

    Promising review: "Love, love this product. I place it in the fridge. I travel a lot and I get jet lagged with under eye bags. As soon as I place this product on, my bags are gone. It’s a little miracle. Just ordered two more." —Amazon Customer

    Get it from Amazon for $9.99

    3. Gentle 2-in-1 travel flossing toothbrushes fold up to half their size (every inch in your luggage counts!) and really get in there to give your mouth a super-clean feeling. Like, just-back-from-the-dentist cleaning. I always pack these for trips and their tiny flossing bristles make my travel nighttime routine a lot easier and efficient. 

    BuzzFeeder's photo of the toothbrush, with an arrow pointing towards the bristles with text: tiny
    mouthwatchers flossing toothbrushes in travel folding cases
    Emma Lord / BuzzFeed, Amazon

    Mouthwatchers is a small business established by Ronald Plotka, DDS, that specializes in antimicrobial toothbrushes designed to get deeper cleans even patients with "great" dental hygiene might miss with traditional brush and floss routines. 

    Promising review: "I love that this travel toothbrush has its own self closing cover. Makes it very handy for travel at half the size of a regular toothbrush when packed and full size brush when open. Also really love the bristles on this brush, they are soft but have enough stiffness to get between teeth when brushing." —Yvonne

    Get it from Amazon for $5.99 (available in two colors). 

    4. LONDONTOWN Illuminating Nail Concealer gives you a no-mani mani that you can quickly brush on before vacation. And the smaller bottle size makes it easier to wedge into your toiletries bag for touchups. 

    Reviewer photo of concealer in pink
    Reviewer holding concealer

    Promising review: "As much as I would love to have nice, manicured nails, i don’t spend money on manicures. Gels are damaging and regular manicures last a couple of days before peeling. I get regular pedicures bc they last but my hands have looked pretty unkempt for much of my adult life. Until now.

    I was definitely skeptical that this polish could be any different from one of the countless neutral Essie shades out there that I’ve tried since the '90s — Ballet Slippers, Light as Linen, etc., — but I decided to give the milky shade a try and I’m so glad I did!!! My nails look incredible. I’m not even sure how to describe why but they look very natural and clean. It’s been a week of wearing two coats and there isn’t one bubble or lift forming on the edges. One coat actually looks great also. I am sold on this stuff. Hopefully it will never be discontinued. So so happy." —Jann

    Get it from Amazon for $14+ (available in four colors).

    5. And Kiss Salon X-Tend LED Soft Gel System, an at-home salon-level manicure kit with a travel-size bottle of gel adhesive, compact LED lamp, and nail designs that stay PUT while you're galivanting around enjoying Lambrusco or treading in some far-flung sea.  

    A hand with long, manicured nails in front of an ornate backdrop, possibly indicative of a beauty or nail care article
    Person holding a plastic cup of wine indoors, possibly at an event or tasting
    Elizabeth Lilly / BuzzFeed

    The first time I tried this kit, I got all the deets from celeb manicurist Julie K. (She said that anytime you're using press-ons, be sure to trim any natural nail growth and then use an emery board to "remove the shine" from your nails so the gel will really adhere.) I've since used the kit four times with different nail designs and always get compliments on my nails. When I tell people that they're from a press-on kit I did myself, they're in awe! I packed the kit for a trip to Paris, Bologna, and Milan, and the light, gel adhesive, and extra nails took up very little room in my bag. If you can use regular nail glue and press ons, you can totally handle this! 

    Get them from Amazon: pink nails set for $10.99 and a full kit for $19.72 (available in many more sets).

    6. Catrice "Instant Awake" Under Eye Brightener, a quick, easy fix for concealing and brightening your under-eye dark circles because you don't wanna have to do a full face for vacation. But a bright-eyed look will go a long way! 

    The color adaptive formula is designed so one of two shades will work on any skin tone. 

    Promising review: "Took years off my eyes! This product is so reasonably priced. I came across a TikTok promoting this and decided to take a chance since the price was super reasonable. My eyes looked brighter in a good way, and the concealer worked so well that I felt I looked younger. I got compliments from friends asking what I did differently with my makeup. I recommend it." —Monica T. 

    Get it from Amazon for $6 (available in two shades). 

    7. A pocket-sized, refillable travel perfume atomizer you simply pump on your normal-sized perfume bottle to keep you smelling like your signature scent while you're on the go. Yes, I paid all that dough for a Le Labo but no I won't pay more dough for their (still v pricey) travel bottles. 

    atomizer pumping on a perfume bottle
    Elizabeth Lilly / BuzzFeed

    ^ That's me pumping my signature perfume into one of these travel atomizers I've been using for about a year. As the reviewer down below mentions, it's great to just throw in your purse on the reg for a fragrance re-up throughout the day. As you can see, it's about the size of my thumb and therefore takes up very little room. Plus! It's smaller than most rollerball travel fragrances you can pick up. This first one is working so well, that I just have the other three in storage. But if this one bites the dust this summer during travels, I'll be OK about digging into my stores to use one of the remaining three...especially at this price point. 

    Promising review: "Perfect scent options for a flight attendant! These are perfect for travel and putting in your purse. You can put different scents and the little bottles hold up well. You don’t need the tiny funnel. Just remember which scent you put where! Definitely recommend." —Britney

    Get a four-pack from Amazon for $7.19.

    8. An I Dew Care "Tap Secret" mattifying powder shampoo to tackle greasy roots without the aerosol or benzene formula. This'll even be easy to take to the bathroom toward the end of a red-eye so you can deboard feeling a bit fresher. 

    a model applying the powder to their roots
    the powder container and poof applicator
    Amazon

    Promising review: "I was looking for a dry shampoo that would be easy to use on the go for a trip I was taking. I had no issues taking this through TSA and it was so easy to use on the go. You literally just pat the poof on your scalp and then rub the powder in. I do have black hair so dry shampoo is usually very visible in my hair, but I didn't have any harder time than usual rubbing this powder in. It did a really good job of soaking up all the oil and giving my hair volume. I'm not a fan of the price for the amount that you get, but it is lasting longer than I thought it would. I would definitely recommend and will purchase again." —Teresa

    Get it from Amazon for $16+ (available in five colors/styles). 

    9. A WEN blower brush styling tool one-ups whatever hotel or Airbnb hair dryer you may otherwise be working with. I recently packed this for a trip to Paris and Bologna, and was so glad I could give myself my go-to home blowout for all my vacation photos. 

    Hair styling tools including a volumizing brush, interchangeable heads, and hair clips on a plain background
    Person taking a mirror selfie holding a phone, wearing lipstick and a dark jacket
    Chaz Dean, Elizabeth Lilly / BuzzFeed

    By now, I've tried nearly every kind of brush blow dryer on the market, and this is hands down my favorite. (Yep, I've even tried the Dyson Airwrap and think the WEN is superior, though the Dyson *is* very good!) I've been using it for a few months at home after grilling Chaz Dean about it IRL and asking about all the product attributes that set it apart from other tools. Suffice to say, I'm impressed! Here are some standouts that I haven't experienced in many other versions of brush dryer stylers: a cord that *actually* swivels; thick/plentiful brush bristles that keep your hair farther away from the hot metal parts of the brush; a removable vent cover on the bottom of the base so you can clean out lint; an anti-rolling heat-resistant mat; a tool for removing lint and hair; and a VERY GOOD locking mechanism for the attachments. (One dryer I've tried recently had a poor locking mechanism that made attachments fall off in mid-blow-dry...which can be dangerous!) For these recent travels, I packed the base and the smaller brush attachment, which sufficed for my hair looks! 

    Get it from WEN by Chaz Dean or QVC for $275.

    10. A *solid* Neutrogena SPF 50 sunscreen that really sticks to your skin on your tropical (or just plain sweaty) vacation. Oh, and because it's a solid, it's carry-on–friendly!

    a model using the solid sunscreen
    Amazon

    I first bought this for a weeklong Croatian vacation in 2021 when I did carry-on, and as long as you are *thoroughly* reapplying, this stuff stays on pretty well. On a beach club afternoon, I did haphazardly reapply and missed a strip on one arm, but I tend to do that with spray-on or lotion sunscreen, too. Since then, I've packed this for any trip I've been on, including a two-day Disneyland trip where I toted this around in my bag and shared with friends. I sometimes carry it with me in my purse on my everyday adventures because I know it's so easy to apply. Also worth mentioning...I am about the palest lady you've ever seen and swear by daily application of sunscreen. But when on a beach trip, I'm constantly swimming in the water and sweating. So yeah, this stuff works. 

    And if you're a bit hesitant about jumping on the solid sunscreen bandwagon, you can pack a stick of this, knowing you have enough sun protection to get you through to finding some spray-on or lotion SPF at your destination. 

    Get it from Amazon for $9.88.

    11. Kopari Sun Shield On-The-Glow Sheer Sunscreen Stick packs SPF 40 for a verrrrrrry glittery effect on your skin while keeping it from sizzling in the sun. I just used this at an outdoor music festival on the Vegas Strip, and got away (mostly) unscathed. (I got a little lazy at the end and missed a few little spots on one shoulder.) 

    A person holds a sunscreen stick with a label
    Elizabeth Lilly / BuzzFeed

    Note that some reviewers gave it fewer than 5 stars bc it has a LOT of glitter in it, and they desired a mere shimmer. This thing will make you sparkle like a Twilight vampire. I kept this in my bag and reapplied it throughout the sunny day as needed. It went on smooth and cool, and didn't feel greasy despite my ~hourly application. It's pricier than my beloved Neutrogena solid SPF but it's extra fun for a music festival or sultry vacation. 

    Get it from Amazon for $29

    12. Plus a set of sunscreen reminder stickers pairs with your body sunscreen so there's someone besides you and your pal who're wading in the waves to remind you that, uh, yes, you do need to reapply! Oh and they last for 12 hours. Once a sticker turns colors, it's time to reapply. (Raise your hand if you've ever had a bad burn throw a wrench in your vacation plans.)

    Reviewer with purple sticker on their arm
    The sticker turned clear

    Check out a TikTok of the sunscreen stickers in action. 

    Promising review: "Just used this product on a recent trip to Florida. I made sure to wash my skin before application and it lasted about two days on my skin without coming off. When out of the sun or behind UV glass, like in a car, the spot turns clear. As soon as you step into the sun it turns purple. If you use a sunblock it starts to become clear or semi clear. After being on the beach and having gone into the water a few times the spot started seeing purple and I applied sunblock again. In a minute the spot was clear again. So this is very effective In alerting me when to reapply." —RGTorque

    Get two 16-counts from Amazon for $25.99+ (also available as a 48-count). 

    13. A set of three Cadence containers that are magnetized and'll stick together in your toiletries bag AND on your metal cruise ship bathroom walls. They're super sturdy, leak-proof, and even work great for a few days' worth of vitamins or holding small jewelry. They've quickly become one of my packing go-tos. 

    Three skincare product containers labeled Cleanser and Moisturizer, one open showing product
    Amazon

    Cadence is an AAPI woman-owned small business that was founded by Steph Hon as a way to eliminate single-use travel-sized plastics. The containers are made from recycled ocean-bound plastic. 

    But I'm not the only fan on the BuzzFeed Shopping team. My coworker Abby Kass has these and loves them! Here's what she has to say about them: "I recently got a set of four of these, and, wow, I love them so much. I used them on a six-day trip recently, and they were perfect. I customized the label so I knew which one was my shampoo vs. conditioner and did a general label for any other things I wanted to bring along. They do hold a surprising amount. According to the brand, they hold approximately one to two weeks of skincare products, more than two weeks' worth of serum, two to three days' worth of haircare, and more than 15 tablets (for medicine and such). And while two to three days' worth of haircare might not seem like enough, I found it held more than that for me, but I also don't wash my hair every single day. They were small enough to slip right into my toiletries bag and go through TSA with no problem. The container was easy to open in the shower (even with wet hands), and I had no leakage from them (like I did from my face wash bottle that will not be making the trip with me next time, SMH). These are an incredibly useful tool anyone who travels will want in their luggage."

    Promising review: "I absolutely love these! I ended up buying more of the labels and extra containers on the website. These are perfect for a first-time set and the perfect size for flying. 100% makes my packing lighter and more contained overall." —Sara

    Get a set of three from Amazon for $42 (available in four colors and in a haircare and daily routine set). 

    14. A set of DEET-free handy mosquito-repelling bracelets in case the thought of putting something else on your skin besides SPF (like smelly bug repellent) sounds like a total nightmare. 

    reviewer in pink coiled bracelet
    pack of ten differently colored wrist bands to deter mosquitos

    Cliganic is a small biz specializing in health and wellness products. Check out a TikTok of the mosquito-repelling bracelets in action. 

    Promising review: "I bought this to take on a cruise. Never had issues with bites. Once back home I put them on my son who is allergic to some bites and always itchy after time outdoors. Since he’s had these on outside it’s hardly an issue anymore. Very cool." —MardiGrasGirl

    Get a 10-pack from Amazon for $8.49

    15. A stick of Gold Bond Friction Defense will stop chafing caused by sweat before it even starts. It's sooo good and better than any other competitor in the thigh-saving category. Toss this in your bag and apply before you go on that long, lovely beach stroll.

    the stick
    Amazon

    My former colleague Ciera Velarde is a huge fan! (As am I!) Here's what she has to say: 

    "I've used it for about 12 years now and it's the only thing that I can trust to prevent that dreaded chafing after a sweaty day of walking around. It glides on perfectly, it's unscented, and it doesn't melt away when you start to sweat. If it's a particularly hot day out, it can start to fade after a few hours, so just make sure to bring it with you to reapply. In addition to preventing chafing between my thighs, I've also applied it on my arms where my sports bra rubs against them when I run and it works like a charm!"

    Promising review: "Used this on our cruise, for all the walking in hot, humid places. Literally saved my thighs from 'chub rub.'" —Traci Carpenter

    Get it from Amazon for $6.

    16. CurlCap backless adjustable cap with plenty of room for your natural hair or updos while giving your face some extra shade while you chill by the pool or hit the pavement to try and get to the chilly embrace of A/C in The Haunted Mansion. 

    Reviewer in black version of the hat with curly ponytail through the gap in the back of the hat
    Reviewer in light purple version

    CurlCap is a Black-owned apparel company founded by Britney Sade that specializes in caps designed for natural hair with an open back and flexible scrunchie design.

    Promising review: "The hat is a great value and color. It runs a little large. I wish it were adjustable. I remedied that issue by using bobby pins in the back. This prevented the hat from flying away or moving. My hair hid the bobby pins. I used the hat at the beach and on a cruise without it flying away or slipping off. I will order other colors. It is great for natural hairstyles." —S

    Get it from Amazon for $24.99 (available in 11 styles).

    17. A set of cooling patches work some soothing magic for a variety of uses including (perhaps most importantly), sunburn. But it'll also help with itchiness from bug bites and poison ivy. And! They're TSA-friendly. So you can probably leave your aloe vera gel at home. 

    Promising review: "Used these on a sunburn on my back, and they were very soothing. Also provided padding when leaning back in my seat. I stuck one on my shoulder also to keep my seatbelt from rubbing the sunburn there. I bought them to use on the back of my kids' necks to help prevent heat exhaustion on a very hot day outside but ended up just using them for burn relief." —Joanna

    "These saved us on our vacation with our little that is sensitive to sun!" —felicia faith

    Get a pack of 20 from Amazon for $14.99

    18. A TSA-friendly toiletries set you easily fill, clean, and then refill with your go-to regular products. And the bag is sturdy as HECK.

    the set with bag and labels
    close up of pots with lid and liner

    I own and love this set! it includes the zippered bag, four soft silicone bottles with leakproof caps, three compact jars, an two toothbrush caps. I've used this set on more than five trips and and for trips when I don't require body wash or shampoo (like to visit my parents) I use the extra room in the bag to shove in all my beauty products and daily contacts. Plus! It comes with labels that stay on the containers really well despite my thoroughly washing these containers between trips. I bought this set in spring 2019 and have, admittedly, lost a container or two. But the ones that I've held onto over dozens of trips have all held up well!

    Promising review: "If it wasn’t for me forgetting them in the hotels, I wouldn’t have to buy more. This is my third set and I love these things! I’m a flight attendant and these are easy to fill, use, and pack!" —Raena Hill

    Get it from Amazon for $5.99+ (available in 11 variations).

    19. Or if you're not in need of containers, a clear TSA-approved toiletry bag to Lego-fit all your liquid and spreadable bbs in there with ease.

    clear bag with toiletries inside
    Amazon

    Promising review: "I am a flight attendant and it's perfect for my international flights going through security. I love the handle, easy to pull out of my suitcase." —Kristi

    Get it from Amazon for $13.99 (available in 11 colors).

    20. A pack of LeakLocks Toiletry Skins slip onto the tops of your full-size toiletries because, yay, you don't have to worry about liquid toiletry limits on a road trip! These little things catch any spills before they can get all over your PJs you threw in the same bag with your full-size shampoo. 

    Rinseroo is a small business specializing in problem-solving cleaning, pet, and travel products. 

    Promising review: "I used these on my travel toiletries on a month-long road trip. On several occasions, the toiletry lids opened, but none of the product leaked out of the toiletry skins. I was even able to pour the leaked shampoo back into the bottle. I rinsed out the skin and placed it back on for the next leg of my journey. These are my new travel must-haves." —Tyson Mohr

    Get a four-pack from Amazon for $11.99 (also available in an eight-pack). 

    21. An on-the-go Gillette razor spares you some precious space in your bag without sacrificing quality.

    compact razor in carrying case
    Amazon

    It comes with one handle and one blade refill!

    Promising review: "I am a flight attendant, space is limited in my bag. Great product for your travel bag." —Caitlin Hemphill

    Get it from Amazon for $9.99.

    22. A solid hair conditioner bar (you won't have to put in your toiletries bag for TSA) so you aren't stuck with the subpar hotel conditioner for all your exotic photo ops.

    round conditioner bar in palm
    writer with naturally curly hair
    Elizabeth Lilly / BuzzFeed

    This is me on a week-long trip to Croatia last year with three city stops that I did a carry-on only for, knowing I had a tight layover in Amsterdam and would be riding two ferries. But, um, my hair had to look good for wonderful sunset photo ops such as this. (The bar is Buza Bar in Dubrovnik, go there!) So I packed a shampoo bar by another brand that I felt pretty meh about and this wonderful new go-to bar. Here, I used hotel shampoo (it was pretty fancy, NGL), this shampoo bar, and my roommate's Moroccan Oil curl cream. The bar is basically foolproof. You rub it directly on your wet hair after rinsing out your shampoo. I normally wash my naturally curly hair once or twice a week but on this trip was taking daily dips in the sea, so I washed my hair 5x over a week. Because of this, I let the conditioner sit for a few minutes, though you probably don't need to do that if you're washing your hair your usual amount on your trip. Each bar is supposed to last 200 washes and it might do a little less for me, but I know this'll be good for many future trips! I've used it on about five trips now and it doesn't look any smaller than it did when I used it the first time. 

    Get it from Amazon for $13.99.

    23. A makeup-removing cloth to gently help erase the day instead of dirtying up hotel washcloths with your waterproof mascara OR adding to your "wet" toiletries bag.

    the purple makeup cloth
    a reviewer showing half their face after using the cloth

    Their plush microfiber gently lifts away dirt, oil, and makeup! Use it wet with water or your fave liquid makeup remover.

    Promising review: "This product...I have no clue how this works, but it does! Let me start by saying I was wearing a full face of makeup. I mean foundation, contour highlight, eyeliner, seriously the whole nine yards. All I did was wet it and wiped my face, my jaw literally dropped. This is hands-down my favorite makeup remover. The best part is that they are reusable so you don't have to keep buying those expensive disposables that leave your face feeling greasy." —Heather and Ryne Griffith

    Get it from Amazon for $6.99 (available in four colors).

    24. ONE/SIZE by Patrick Starr 'Til Dawn Mattifying Waterproof Setting Spray in case you have a lot of requirements for your made-up look. Like, you wanna actually dip in the pool but stay looking matte while you lounge poolside beforehand. 

    model with oily skin then model with full face of matte makeup
    Sephora

    Promising review: "This setting spray locks my make up in, great for menopausal women too cause the makeup doesn't fade off. I sweat on my forehead and nose area and my makeup stays on all day." —shelop

    Get it from Sephora for $17+ (available in two sizes; vegan and cruelty-free).

    25. A 30-pack of waterproof zippered pouches to help you organize a variety of things — including toiletries. Parents in the reviews rave about using these to get their family organized for travel. 

    person putting hand inside of transparent travel pouch with a zipper closure
    Amazon

    Promising review: "I bought these for a trip for my family of five. I like to plan in advance to make sure no one forgets anything! These were a life saver packing for three kids! I was able to create a carry-on, toiletries, wires/chargers, and snacks pouch for everyone! I used clear sticker paper to create name labels, and it all worked perfectly! Would definitely recommend if you need to travel with family and need to set things out and pack." —mommyandbri

    Get them from Amazon for $15.99+ (available in five color combinations).

    26. A 66-pack of Olay facial cleansing cloths that come pre-treated with the cleanser that foams up once you add water — making them TSA-friendly. 

    cloth
    Amazon

    I'm a frequent traveler and always pack some of these for all my trips. I wear a full face of makeup every day and these are textured and foamy enough to help get all my makeup off at the end of the day on my trips! On tropical trips when I've put on layers and LAYERS of SPF (I *am* the sunscreen queen), I'll sometimes use with a solid cleanser to make sure I'm really removing everything. But that isn't required for most days on my travels. I've found that I can cut each in half and store them in my personal item backpack pocket to make the most of each package. 

    Promising review: "I take these with me every time I travel. Great cleansing, softens skin, and TSA-friendly. My go-to facial cleaners when on the go!" —Heather Daly

    Get them from Amazon for $9.74.

    27. Plus a solid facial cleanser I like to pair with the cloths to remove piled-on SPF layers. It's gentle enough for sensitive skin that'll be small in your bag but last you for weeks and weeks and weeks instead of figuring out how to pack a liquid cleanser. 

    model with the solid facial cleanser stick
    WYOS

    This brand specializes in solid toiletry options that are perfect for travel. I gave this cleansing stick a spin on a 2.5-week trip to Vietnam and Malaysia where I only did a carry-on. So I had to make some sacrifices with my toiletries in order to do that. Using this green stick didn't feel like a sacrifice! It helped get off makeup and sunscreen easily, and I still have a LOT of the stick left after that long trip! It's also worth noting that I have rosacea and dry, sensitive skin. This worked great on it. 

    Get it from WYOS for $20

    28. A mini lightweight flat iron helps you get your signature smooth locks, or at least tidy up your blowout you're really banking on lasting for a few days.

    reviewer showing their naturally curly hair and then pin straight hair achieved using the straightener
    reviewer hand holding straightener

    It also comes with a heat-resistant pouch for easy carrying!

    Promising review: "Loved having this on my recent trip to Ireland. So glad I purchased something with dual voltage so there were no hair worries while traveling. It works well and takes up little space. Plan for it to take longer to style your hair; it’s small. But it doesn’t take a lot more time. Glad I purchased!" —Ashley

    Get it from Amazon for $14.97.

    29. waterproof satin-lined Hairbrella hat that'll easily fold up and be ready for those days when you look like you have GREAT weather. Then, all of a sudden the sky opens up and starts pouring, ruining your perfect hair day. 

    Reviewer wearing hairbrella
    Model pouring water on another model's head while wearing the hairbrella, then taking it off to show hair perfectly styled and dried

    Hairbrella is a Black-owned small business that has been creating fashionable hats that protect hair from all kinds of weather since 2016. 

    Promising review: "I traveled to London last month with a raincoat that did not have a hood, and wanted something that would protect my head/hair/blowout without lugging an umbrella. This definitely did the trick. Two of the 3 days were rainy (some quite heavy), and my hair stayed totally dry. It stows nicely, too." —Miss Information

    Get it from Amazon for $44 (available in six colors).

    30. Long Wknd Face Balm comes in a TSA-friendly stick you won't have to throw into your toiletry bag. It delivers some major moisture *right* where you need it, whether it's on your face or your body. I've used it for dry knees, elbows, and even rubbed it through frizzy hair in lieu of hair serum. 

    Woman holds skincare product close to face, focus on item for shopping context
    Long Wknd

    I've thrown this in my bag for a few international trips when I refused to check a bag and have found it very handy! As you can see from the pic, it's about the size of a deodorant stick, so it doesn't take up a ton of room in your bag. For me, I don't use it as a swap for skincare but as a little extra when I need it because, well, my skin tends to dry out more from being on planes and probably taking advantage of $1 cups of Lambrusco in Bologna a little too much (hehe). 

    You can apply it to your skin as the last step in your routine. It has Vitamin C, Triluronic acid, Vitamin E, Meadowfoam Seed Oil, and Jojoba Oil.

    Get it from Long Wknd for $30.

    31. A set of storage scrunchies for helping you stash your lip balm, cash, keys, and more while you're out and about. After all, you don't want to spend precious vacation time on making your hair look like you got a $$$ blowout. 

    lip balm, pins, and other small items inside a reviewer's blue velvet scrunchie with zipper closure
    the scrunchie on reviewer's wrist

    See them in action on TikTok here!

    Promising review: "I use these every time I travel. Perfect for holding a key or some rolled up bills for emergency. Comfortable and reliable." —Poke-me-in-the-coconut

    Get a pack of three from Amazon for $11.99 (available in two color combinations).

    32. Satin pillowcases that I own and love! I'm a hot sleeper at home and tend to blow out my hair, then wash only twice a week. So these make a big difference in keeping my skin and hair moisturized over cotton pillowcases. I'm SO in love with them, that I pack one when I travel to keep my hair situation in check. One of these will take up the tiniest amount of room in your suitcase. 

    gray satin pillowcases on sleeping pillow on a bed
    Amazon

    Promising review: "I travel for work and having this case has helped so much with my hair and it’s great quality, I have washed it so many times and yet it’s durable and comfy." —Maritza Cruz

    Get two from Amazon for $8.99+ (available in four sizes and 22 colors).

    33. A Neutrogena makeup eraser stick lets you do a quick touch-up on that eyeliner wing that you can't get right or your sweat already smeared before it was set. And it's small enough that you can throw it in your bag on the reg. 

    Model using the stick to correct eyeliner
    Amazon

    Promising review: "I was looking for something non-liquid to take when I travel and this is PERFECT! It's very small and slim, and works great. Easily removes makeup and works well on my sensitive skin." —sandy

    Get it from Amazon for $7.97

    34. Some tablet-to-gel freeze-dried serums so you won't have to make room in your toiletries bag for a bottle of serum (they end up taking up so much room!). When you're reading to use one, just add a few drops of water to activate. 

    model holding a niacinimide tablet
    model applying the serum
    Onelogy

    Onélogy is a small, sustainable skincare brand from Roxana Bazgoneh. 

    Current serums include: Niacinamide 2%, Alpha Arbutin 2%, Peptides-CU 0.6%, HPR Retinoid 0.3%, and Pad Azelaic 5%. 

    Promising review (for Alpha Arbutin 2%): "I absolutely love the Alpha Arbutin. It has made such a difference with my hyperpigmentation spots! I feel much more confident without makeup on where as before I would never leave the house! It has made a noticeable difference evening out my skin tone. I also tried the Niacinamide which really helped control oil and breakouts. My skin feels fabulous after application — super fresh and tight! I love these products and I have tried so many other brands but none of them have worked as well as these!" —Kate

    Get them from Onélogy for $32+

    35. And a rechargeable handheld fan to help you keep your cool once you've got your makeup intact and know you've gotta climb up all those Lisbon hills. 

    Hand holding a portable pregnancy test displaying a positive result
    Phone connected to a portable backup power bank/fan for emergency charging
    Chelsea Stuart / BuzzFeed, Amazon

    I have one of these and actually just replaced it when it went MIA during a night on the town when I let my friend borrow it. I love to use mine at home on days when it's stuffy in my apartment but not enough to turn on the AC. 

    Promising review: "Perfect travel companion. Several hotels on my recent trip did not have air conditioning. Thank goodness I brought this with me. It was powerful enough to cool me off. The charge would last all night." —CCRose

    Get it from Amazon for $17.99+ (available in four colors).

    I, unfortunately, cannot prepare you for this: