Holiday Essentials | Beauty

Hi everyone,

In a few weeks time I will be jetting off on holiday with my sister and I cannot wait! On the lead up to it I thought I would share with you some of my holiday essentials :-) 

1. Sun Tan Lotion and After Sun

Now, I know I may be stating the obvious but I cannot stress how important these two products are. My favourite sun tan lotion is the Hawaiian Tropic Silk Hydration Protective Sun Lotion as the pink ribbons in it help to keep your skin hydrated. It also smells amazing! As for after sun, I don't particularly have a favourite just as long as it sinks into my skin quickly and feels soothing when I apply it, I am happy :-) 

2. Body Scrub and Body Lotion

Some people may shudder at the thought of body scrub as an essential as they think it will rub off their tan. However, skin can get dry very easily whilst laying out in the sun, therefore to combat this I think it is good to apply a bit of body scrub (The Body Shop Satsuma Body Polish) in the morning to get rid of any flaky skin so it is fresh for the day :-) Body lotion will help to maintain your skins smoothness throughout the holiday and I think Baylis & Harding's Jojoba, Silk and Almond Oil Body Lotion will do a great job. 

3. Deodorant and Body Spray

As it is going to be hot on holiday, deodorant is a very obvious essential. I like ones that do their job well and whose scents are not overpowering, which is why I choose Dove Go Fresh (the Cucumber one is actually my favourite!). Similarly, I think that there is nothing worse than an overpowering perfume on holiday which is why I much prefer a body spray. This is because it can be re-applied continuously throughout the day leaving a lovely light refreshing scent, I love Victoria's Secret Mango Temptation Fragrance Mist.    

4. Face Moisturiser and Eye Moisturiser

Under my suntan lotion during the day I like to apply my & Other Stories Cashmere Day Cream which really helps to combat dry skin and keep it hydrated. At night I also apply my Kiehl's Creamy Eye Treatment that is made from avocado as overnight it really sinks into my skin making my under-eyes look significantly better in the morning. This is great because I do not wear make-up during the day on holiday :-) 

5. Hydrating Foundation, Waterproof Mascara and Lip balm

At night we go out for dinner, and therefore I like to put a little bit of make-up on to dress myself up slightly. A hydrating foundation is perfect as it keeps the skin glowing throughout the night. A lightweight to medium foundation also does not feel too heavy or 'cakey' in the heat. My favourite is the Benefit Hello Flawless Oxygen Wow Brightening Make-Up SPF 25. A waterproof mascara such as the Tarte Lights Camera Splashes Waterproof Mascara is great as it beats the heat and is great for holding curled lashes! Lip balm with SPF in it is great for both day and night. I especially like tinted ones such as Vaseline Rosy Lips for night time. MAC's Prep & Prime Lip is great for the day.  

6. Nail Varnish 

Nail varnish is a fun thing to play around with, and as I will have my feet out on the beach I definitely think it is essential (in my opinion there is nothing worse than unpainted toenails!). My go to colours are a bright-red (Burberry Orange Poppy) and a pastel shade (Topshop Forsaken or Boy Next Door) as I think they both compliment my skin tone well, especially when I am more tanned! 

7. De-Tangling Spray and Hairbrush

There is nothing worse then coming out of the pool or sea to discover your hair is a tangled, knotty mess. I think a good solution for this is to spray some detangling spray, I like the Healthy Sexy Hair's Soy Tri-Wheat Leave In Conditioner, throughout the hair. This one is perfect as it is a conditioner too which will help to combat any salt or chlorine in your hair. A good hairbrush will also be your best friend in a knotty situation and my all time favourite brand is the Tangle Teezer. You can also purchase one for wet hair too which is a bonus! My top tip would be to start brushing your hair from the bottom and work your way up as you will cause less damage to your hair this way. 

8. Hair Accessories and Tools

Hairbands and scrunchies are perfect for when you want to throw your hair up and get it out of your face when it is hot. I also bring with me either straighteners or curlers for the evening to combat the humidity and make myself look presentable for dinner time :-) I usually end up getting very hot whilst using these tools in the heat, so I always do my hair first and make-up afterwards to avoid it sweating off! 

This is only a small insight into what I bring on holiday, there are many more obvious items such as a toothbrush and body wash that I bring but thought I would share with you items that are essential for holiday. I hope that some of you find my suggestions helpful :-)

Lots of love,

Sarah Marie x