The Ultimate Guide To Travel-Friendly Makeup (With Recommendations!)
Must-haves for your trip
By Terri Kue -
With all the VTL lanes open and running, some of us may have already booked a much-needed vacation away from Singapore. Now, imagine those: you have your clothes sorted out, your devices and charging portals are all packed, but then you realise that you just have... too much makeup to bring.
Now, we don't think you can ever have too much makeup, but when it comes to travelling, the lesser you bring, the better. That's why we've compiled a list of items that are must-haves on trips, as well as some recommendations from both high-end brands and the drugstore brands that we love.
Can't wait to get your makeup travel list sorted out? Keep reading for our recommendations for travel-friendly makeup!
This is a medium to full coverage foundation that blurs the skin for that touched-up effect. It is heat and humidity resistant, which is a requirement when you are travelling to warmer countries. They also provide a sponge, so you can simply use it to apply the product onto the face for a more intense coverage.
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Bareminerals has owned the powder cosmetic game for the longest time, and those who use their products swear by them. Their pressed foundation is a cult favourite for those who like their loose powder version but require something more travel-friendly. It is dermatologist-tested and lasts up to 12 hours. It provides a natural finish as well as vitamins to enrich the skin.
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When it comes to drugstore powder foundations, the first thing that comes to mind is the Maybelline Fit Me foundation. It's a much-loved product, boasting shine-control for a matte finish. It also contains SPF 32, and we all know the importance of sun protection. This particular one sold on Guardian comes with a sponge that has its own designated compartment in the pan.
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Natasha Denona is well-known for its mini eyeshadow palettes, and this one is a neutral one with both matte and metallic shadows. It is designed so that all the shadows are in one line, making it a slim and very travel-friendly palette that won't take up too much space in the purse. It has two metallic shades, two matte shades, and one duo chrome eyeshadow for those who want that extra bling in your eyelook.
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For fans of all things shimmer, this eyeshadow palette could be the go-to for your travel needs. With a mix of pinks and browns, these colours are for those who want to brighten up their eye look. It comes with a double-ended sponge applicator; it has a thicker side for base applications and a thinner side for more precise placement of the shadows.
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Canmake is loved for their cream cheek products, but their eyeshadow palettes are equally as good. For this particular series, we recommend taking a look at all the palettes they offer to choose the one you like best. They cover neutrals, pinks, oranges, and purples. Each palette comes with five shades and a mirror so you can touch up easily on the go. It also comes with its own double-sided sponge applicator.
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This mascara is the waterproof version of Urban Decay's popular Perversion mascara, which promises to lengthen, curl, and volumise the lashes. It is water-resistant and smudge-proof, meaning that you can sight-see in the sweltering heat and not worry about having grey lines running down your face. You also don't have to wiggle the wand or carefully change the angle of it. All you need is a few good swipes, making it a great option if you just want to enhance the eyes and leave the hotel room.
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Benefit Cosmetic's They're Real! Mascara is a cult-favourite among beauty lovers. This is great for those who want jet-black, dramatic lashes without having to put on some falsies. The unique wand shape helps to easily coat the eyelashes on the inner corners of the eye. It also takes a bit longer to dry, so you can layer it up as much as you want.
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When it comes to mascaras, many overlook KissMe, Heroine Make. Among fans of drugstore products, this one is known to never move until you take it off. The wand is also thinner than many others, which makes it suitable for smaller Asian eyes. Despite being sweat-proof and smudge-proof, you can easily remove it with cleansing oil or facial soap.
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The Chubby Color Lipstick set may be called a lipstick set, but it comes with five nourishing tinted lip balms that will both hydrate and bring colour to your lips. The coverage is sheer but can be built up to an intense colour, meaning that one lip balm can give you various lip looks..
This set may come with five, but for vacations, we don't recommend bringing all of them.
This series of lip balms give a natural finish, which basically means that your lips will still look like your lips, but just better. It boasts eight-hour moisturisation and comes in six different shades for you to choose from. It is 100 per cent natural and is certified Clean at Sephora.
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This rosy lip balm is created with rose oil and rose water, and promises to soften and moisturise the lips while providing a nice wash of colour. Despite its price, it works well to keep the lips supple (and kissable!) for any travel selfies you want to take.
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This product is described as a mascara for the brows and provides styling with a hint of colour for natural everyday brows. It has a lightweight formula that will help you forget that you are even wearing it on your brows in the first place.
This gel is a little different. It comes with a doe-foot applicator that allows you to spread a generous amount of product onto your brows. Afterwards, you can use the spoolie provided to blend the products in and style your brows the way you like. For those that want a little more edge to their brows, there is an angled brush on the other side of the spoolie that will allow you to create the perfect sharp brow end that you like.
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