My 7 Favorite Beauty Items That Can Pull Double Duty On The Road

As I’ve gotten older, I find that my skincare routine has actually simplified. One game changer with multiple beauty uses? Garnier Micellar Water! This drugstore find utilizes tiny oil-based particles, which cling to dirt and grime without harshly stripping your skin. A quick swipe serves as a gentle, effective eye makeup remover plus skin refresher while not removing too much moisture. The result is a balanced, dewy finish ready for moisturizer or SPF. Another benefit of micellar water? Not having to rely on water to wash your face while on the go, important because its quality can vary depending on where in the world you might be. Hard water can do a number on your face, leading to redness and itchiness. Yuck.

I’m not going to lie, it took me a while to get over the fact I was skipping the suds in my daily skincare routine. But my face has never been brighter or clearer, and micellar water has become an absolute must when packing for a trip. I keep a small, travel-sized plastic bottle of the stuff at the ready, always!

Part of maintaining a polished exterior while traveling is making sure your whole self is getting care as well, and that means getting a great night’s sleep. That is often easier said than done, especially if you’re bouncing across time zones and battling jet lag. That’s why I’m loving Fresh Lavender Sleeping Mist from NHCO Botanical Bodycare. It’s a pillow spray that, because it’s made with all-natural botanicals, can also double as a relaxing inhalation mist during a bath, meditation session, or before bed. I bought my bottle from Liberated Roots Collection, an online curation offering high-quality products from Black makers and artisans.

Sometimes, a cute little compact can go a long way, and that’s certainly the case with Inner Beauty’s crème blush. This 2-in-1 product is perfect for rosy glow-up cheeks, and gives your lips a bit of shiny gloss as well. It blends in effortlessly, and better yet, it’s infused with coconut and jojoba oils plus cacao butter, making it perfect even for sensitive skin. A couple of little dabs will last you the entire day, making the transition from sightseeing or beachcombing to evening activities nearly seamless. The blush comes in three classic, neutral shades, so you’re sure to find one that will leave you with the perfect glow.

I love, love, love Jo Malone. The London-based perfumer is renowned worldwide for its highly scented, luxe beauty and home items with must-have signature blends. Jo Malone’s body crème is a rich moisturizer that can of course be used all over after the bath or shower for an all-over body moisture lock. But I also dab it on my pulse points for a burst of scent, and you can even massage a tiny bit into the ends of your hair to prevent or alleviate split ends. While I have several favorite Jo Malone scents, its iconic English Pear & Freesia is a winner in my book. It’s fresh, bright, and a little woodsy without being too sweet. You can’t go wrong with packing a small travel-sized tub along with you on your next adventure.