As many of you probably know from my Instagram and Twitter I’ve been travelling a lot recently for assessment centres. Luckily, I have been given an job offer so no more travelling for a while! But this has meant I’ve had to only take the ‘essentials’ as a lot of my travel has been via train. On a separate note, I am now a pro at taking the tube with a massive bag on my back.
So I got this super cute make-up bag for Christmas the other year which has lasted me so long. It has two zipped areas which is fantastic as it can fit a lot in.
My whole collection is probably familiar to you if you’ve been following a while.
My priority is products to make my skin look better. I’m often breaking out when I get stressed and I feel so much more confident when my face is clear. For interviews especially you always want to look your best.
I always keep Carmex handy to help treat my dry lips. I also always carry around some spot gel, at the moment I’m using this tea tree one from The Body Shop.
Last but not least is eyes. My go to is to darken and fill in my brows, a strong eyeliner flick and a coat of mascara.
Jeannie says
A great read. I will definitely be back. I wish to read more things like this!
Kristen says
What a great post – is this just for local travel or international too?
UptownOracle says
It’s mainly for local! Although if I’m taking a full suitcase it’s pretty much what I take international too!!
Freya says
I always struggle with what to take with me when I travel ๐ great post!
Clarissa says
Cute makeup bag! Where did you get it? I’ve been looking for something in a similar size.
Carrie says
Great post! snooping through people’s bags is so fun lol.
How many products do you own normally?
Christine says
I’ve struggled a lot with packing products when travelling – I always seem to overpack. What do you do to cut down your product choice?
Jo says
Just wanted to say I love reading through your blog and look forward to all your posts! Keep up the great work!
I use the Benefit brow pencil and love using it everyday, but what do you think of the ABH pomade? I have Auburn hair too and aim to have a better match.
Phoebe says
This is a great post! Love seeing what other people take on holidays with them and I really like how you split up the products!
In truth, your creative writing abilities has motivated me to get my very own website now ๐
paula says
Very helpful advice within this article! I always struggle when packing my makeup products
Charlie says
You have such a cute travel routine!
Faye says
What do you think of the L’Oreal True Match Foundation?? I’ve been looking into it and want to know if it’s any good for dry skin ๐
Cam says
I love using Carmex in my everyday routine. It’s such a good lip balm and helps so much. Not tried the other products but they look good too.
Thanks for sharing!
UptownOracle says
Carmex is brilliant! Such an easy product to just grab and go with too!