The Best Beauty Essentials For Summer Travel
Whether you're beach bound or city hopping, summer calls for a streamlined beauty lineup that works hard and packs light.
'As a travel writer, I'm on the road a lot for work, and I'm always trying to pack as light as possible,' says Emma Weissmann, Executive Editor of TravelAge West. 'I'm also a makeup minimalist who gets overwhelmed with the number of products on the market. Subtl [custom stackable makeup] has been a game-changer for me. I took a quiz to find out what colors might look best with my skin tone and then customized my stack so that it has concealer, bronzer, highlighter and a lip/cheek combo. I only pack two additional products—foundation and mascara—to round out my routine, and I've gotten so many compliments on my makeup. Now, my stack just lives in my suitcase and comes with me everywhere, and it has cost me so much less than if I were to buy separate, full-size products.'
Ipsum's beautifully scented Best Skin Replenishing Mist is a savior on long flights. Hailing from Australia, Ipsum is a certified organic skincare line that harnesses native botanicals, and the brand's Replenishing Mist delivers ultra-fine hydration via plant-sourced hyaluronic acid and vitamin C–rich native plums. It's also packed with Australian Fragonia essential oil, which is believed to support the parasympathetic nervous system, which could help re-regulate circadian rhythm and ease jet-lag symptoms.
Eco by Sonya Glory Veil Eco by Sonya
Keeping with the Australian theme, Eco by Sonya is an Australian clean beauty brand founded by eco-beautician Sonya Driver and specializing in reef-safe, organic skincare. The brand's body sunscreen will not budge, making it perfect for long beach days. It's a mineral-based, broad-spectrum SPF that protects against UVA and UVB but is also free from chemicals and fragrance.
'Le Balm is a little pot of gold,' says beauty writer Brianna Peters. 'It's a French, do-it-all salve that works as a serum, moisturizer, balm, eye cream, lip treatment and more. I put it all over my clean face, under my nostrils (to help keep my nose from drying out), on my lips and cuticles, and it replenishes my skin against the moisture-stripping plane air. It leaves my skin with the most beautiful, ethereal glow when I land—so much so that I've gotten compliments from strangers.'
Naked Sundays Water Gel SPF Naked Sundays Naked Sundays - CabanaClear Water Gel Serum SPF 50
For face SPF, the summer go-to has to be Naked Sundays. The Australian brand's CabanaClear Water Gel Serum SPF 50 is a cutting-edge hydrating gel with broad-spectrum sun protection. It's light as air and completely clear (no white cast), plus it's extra hydrating with hyaluronic acid, kakadu plum and vitamin E. The product gets bonus points for being fast absorbing, making it a great under-makeup base on hot, sunny travel days. Nip+Fab's Tone & Top Up SPF50
One last entry in the sunscreen category: an over-makeup mist that does it all. 'We're told time and time again how important it is to top up your SPF throughout the day, but unless you want to remove and reapply your makeup, it's kind of impossible,' says freelance beauty editor Lucy Partington. 'That's exactly where an over-makeup mist comes in nicely. Nip+Fab's Tone & Top Up SPF50 spray is lightweight and hydrating, making it perfect to spritz on throughout the day. It combines a blend of skin-boosting ingredients alongside broad spectrum UV defence to leave skin both glowy and protected. One thing to note is that this shouldn't replace your usual sunscreen—still apply that in the morning—and keep this one in your bag for easy, on-the-go reapplication.' Dr. David Jack Clinic-Carry On
Led by aesthetics doctor David Jack, this skincare line focuses on clean, clinically tested formulations. The Clinic-Carry On kit is a cure-all travel kit that includes essentials like lipid-repair moisturizers in compact sizes tailored for air travel and climate changes. It's curated to combat dehydration, redness and UV exposure in one portable package, all products are small enough to clear TSA checks with ease. Tołpa - Dermo Face Lipidrio Cream-Oil
Polish dermo-cosmetic brand Tołpa specializes in skincare for sensitive and dry skin, and their Cream-Oil is a nighttime must while on vacation. The cream transforms into a nourishing oil upon application and is deeply moisturizing, smoothing roughness and accelerating overnight repair. It's a nighttime summer rescue for skin exposed to sun and salt. Bioeffect Imprinting Eye Masks
Another pick from beauty writer Brianna Peters: Bioeffect Imprinting Eye Masks. 'These eye gel masks are a cooling, calming, de-puffing and hydrating airplane must, ' she says. 'They're brilliant on their own but when supercharged with the brand's eye serum (made with a special growth factor complex from Iceland), the results are even more impressive. Right before landing, I apply a few drops of the silky serum under my eyes (it comes in the most brilliant roller-ball format so it's mess-free) and follow with the eye gels on top. I leave it on for about 10 minutes to soak up all the nourishing goodness. As someone with sensitive eyes and major dark circles, it's like a magic eraser for dullness and puffiness. Plus, they're totally translucent so you don't look totally crazy to other passengers.' Dr. Sebagh - Pure Vitamin C Powder Cream
Founded by skincare expert Dr. Jean-Louis Sebagh in the UK, this namesake brand is known for medical-grade, high-performance treatments. The award-winning Pure Vitamin C Powder Cream delivers a stabilized, potent form of vitamin C in powder form that transforms into a light cream on contact to brighten dull, sun-exposed skin and neutralize free radicals. The non-liquid, small sachets make for easy transport. Got2b - GetFresh Dry Shampoo
Created by Schwarzkopf's Got2b brand, this is a dry shampoo spray in a fine mist format. It refreshes roots using rice starch to absorb oil and impurities, with a light bergamot and freesia scent (the ingredients are 99% naturally derived). Great for after a flight, it revives limp and greasy hair instantly. Josh Wood Colour - Miracle Hair Oil
Josh Wood London is a UK-based salon brand founded by celebrity colorist Josh Wood. The Miracle Hair Oil in 30-milliliter travel size is a lightweight 5-in-1 oil blend containing kukui nut, babassu and pracaxi oils, alongside quinoa extract and green walnut. Advanced UV filters are designed to protect the hair from UV and pollution while also preserving color vibrancy. It's ideal for moisturizing hair post-swim, while defending against UV-induced fading. Pelegrims - Grape Leaf Sheet Mask
Created by the boutique skincare brand Pelegrims, these botanical sheet masks are formulated with English grape extract sourced from Westwell vineyard in Kent, England. Intensely hydrating and soothing, the mask are perfect for use on a long flight (they're not too drippy or sticky) or after sun exposure to cool and replenish moisture to irritated skin.
Aegean Beauty Aegean Beauty Aegean Beauty - Solid Body Butter
Aegean Beauty is a Greek brand from Syros, featuring locally sourced ingredients and supporting local producers. The solid Body Butter is rich yet compact, providing deep hydration from natural botanicals. The balm-like texture melts onto sun-parched skin, while the lemony scent uplifts. Bon Charge - Red Light Face Wand
Bon Charge is a science-wellness brand offering tech-based beauty and recovery devices. The ultra-portable Red Light Face Wand uses near-infrared and red light LEDs to stimulate collagen, reduce fine lines and improve tone and texture. It's lightweight, easy to pack, chargeable with a USB cord and only requires 5 to 10-minute sessions per day, making it very travel friendly.
The Natural Africa The Natural Africa The Natural Africa - Cape Aloe Serum
Aloe is essential for any sunny holiday and South African brand The Natural Africa has the perfect formula in their Cape Aloe Serum. A blend of sustainably sourced Aloe Ferox juice, Devil's Claw, rose geranium, grapefruit oils and hyaluronic acid, the serum is deeply hydrating with potent antioxidants. Phlur - Beach Skin Hair & Body Mist
Having a viral moment this summer, Phlur's Beach Skin is a dreamy body mist that captures the very essence of summer in its scent and light-as-air texture that works on both the body and the hair. Expect notes of sea salt, bergamot and coconut milk against a warm base of vanilla, sandalwood and musk. It's a vacation in a bottle.
Try Our AI Features
Explore what Daily8 AI can do for you:
Comments
No comments yet...
Related Articles
Yahoo
39 minutes ago
- Yahoo
Adrian Chiles had 'hand' in 'budgie-smuggling operation'
Adrian Chiles helped smuggle a budgie from England to Australia. The 58-year-old radio presenter is "not proud" that he helped his Auntie Lily train her and his Uncle Sid's budgerigar, Timmy, to cope with being in her handbag so that Lily could bring the bird back into her and Sid's home city of Perth - despite not being allowed. The operation - which happened in the 1970s - came as Lily and Sid moved back Down Under as they did not like life in Birmingham. READ MORE: Drivers urged to fill up tanks with Petrol and Diesel before Monday READ MORE: Will strikes disrupt Ryanair flights to Alicante, Ibiza, Mallorca and Tenerife? Adrian - who was a child at the time - recalled in his column for The Guardian newspaper: "I once had a hand in a budgie-smuggling operation - that is, the smuggling of an actual budgie. "I'm not proud of it, but it's time to come clean. In mitigation, this was in the 1970s, and I was but a child. "Auntie Lily and Uncle Sid, Lily being my grandad's sister, had long lived in Perth, Australia. But now they decided to live out their days back in Birmingham. "They brought with them a budgerigar called Timmy. Timmy was a most excellent budgie. He'd tilt his head in a sweet way when whistled to, say the odd word and fly around the front room without c******* everywhere. "They loved Timmy. We all did. But Lily and Sid didn't love life back in Birmingham, so resolved to return to Perth. Disastrously, though, the rules were such that Timmy wouldn't be allowed back into Australia. Disaster. "Lily - pardon the slight pun - hatched a plan. She'd smuggle Timmy back in her handbag. The Timmy training commenced. "Day by day, we accustomed him to ever longer periods of handbag time, which, being a prince among budgies, he soon got the hang of." Adrian said Lily planned to "feed" Timmy and take him out of her handbag for a "flap" whilst she went to the "toilet". And she even had poison to "euthanise" the budgie in the event of the bird being confiscated. The ex-The One Show presenter continued: "During the flight, Lily planned to feed him and let him out for a flap when she went to the toilet. "Departure day dawned. The jeopardy was very real. If, God forbid, they were rumbled and Timmy was to be confiscated, Lily even had with her something with which to euthanise him. "Quite where she sourced this budgie poison, I know not. But off they went on a flight that still feels like the longest flight I've ever taken, even though I wasn't on it. "The wait was awful." But all was well as Lily, Sid, and Timmy arrived safely back in Perth. Adrian said: "Then a three-word telegram arrived, 'All is well.' Oh, the joy. "And the three of them lived happily ever after."
%3Amax_bytes(150000)%3Astrip_icc()%2FTAL-restaurant-italy-OUTDTDITTRVTIP0725-29144f8accc64155866086a2bf20edc0.jpg&w=3840&q=100)
Travel + Leisure
an hour ago
- Travel + Leisure
This Is the Most Outdated Piece of Italy Travel Advice, According to an Longtime Resident
I've lived in Italy for 16 years, and I've been writing about Italy for almost that long. I've watched as the numbers of travelers have surged, sunk to pandemic lows, and rebounded to nearly unsustainable levels. Through it all, I've seen a certain once-rare practice evolve to the point that it's more the norm than not—even for Italians. And that's tipping in restaurants. Tipping, especially in sit-down restaurants, is now very much practiced in Italy. And travel guidebooks, influencers, and Italy 'experts' who say otherwise are giving outdated advice, and, in my book, being kind of ignorant and mean-spirited. But tipping a server in Italy doesn't mean adding a hefty 20 percent or more to your tab, as you might do in the U.S. Here are some basics that will help you leave a decent tip, make a bella figura (a good impression), and forge a little international diplomacy. Here are a few pointers on how much to tip at restaurants: A per-person service charge, often listed as coperta or pane e coperta is almost always part of your final bill. Any tip you leave is in addition to this, which is part of the reason tips can be smaller in Italy. For all but the most expensive meals, leaving a tip of just a few euros is sufficient. You may just round up, say by leaving €20 for an €18 lunch tab. For larger parties and longer meals where you've occupied a table the entire night, a €10 or €20 tip will be greatly appreciated by your server. If you pay by credit card, you probably won't have the option to add the tip to the card charge. Just leave cash, and make sure it gets into the hands of your server. If you've had bad, rushed or indifferent service, don't feel obligated to tip. In Italy, as elsewhere, tipping your server is an act of kindness, generosity, and appreciation. And because we tip less here, leaving a few extra euro in thanks for good service won't make or break your vacation budget, and it's an easy and fairly painless way to be a better guest when you visit the Il Bel Paese—and we can always use more of those.
Travel Weekly
2 hours ago
- Travel Weekly
Domestic dip is at the heart of hotels' soft Q2 numbers
The hotel sector is seeing signs of softening, particularly in the U.S., with midyear results highlighting pressures from economic uncertainty and shifting travel patterns. Hilton and Wyndham Hotels & Resorts reported declines in revenue per available room (RevPAR) for the quarter, down 0.5% and 3%, respectively. Marriott International posted 1.5% RevPAR growth, but all three were slowed by domestic performance. Hilton reported a 1.5% RevPAR decline in the U.S. while Wyndham reported a steeper 4% drop. Marriott's RevPAR in the U.S. and Canada was flat. Hilton said business travel showed particular weakness, with business transient RevPAR down 2%, and CEO Christopher Nassetta attributed the period's declines to "holiday and calendar shifts, reduced government spending, softer international inbound business and broader economic uncertainty." Marriott and Wyndham, meanwhile, pointed to weakness in their lower-scale chains. Chris Nassetta Marriott's U.S. and Canada select-service and extended-stay RevPAR declined around 1.5% year over year. CEO Anthony Capuano said results came in below expectations in those segments, primarily due to declining demand from government and smaller business customers. Wyndham CEO Geoffrey Ballotti said during its July 24 earnings call that "higher-for-longer interest rates, persistent inflation and uncertainty around immigration and trade have created an environment of ongoing economic volatility for economy and midscale guests, who remain especially sensitive to these dynamics." Wyndham's brand stable -- with flags like La Quinta, Microtel, Days Inn, Super 8 and Travelodge -- is weighted more heavily toward economy and midscale than the Hilton and Marriott portfolios. Truist Securities analyst Patrick Scholes said that positioning puts Wyndham in a particularly challenging environment, with the second half of 2025 expected to continue to "be a difficult RevPAR environment for U.S. midscale and economy hotels." Meanwhile, weakness in the U.S. hotel industry overall has continued into the third quarter, according to STR data, which showed five consecutive weeks of domestic RevPAR decreases through late July, with the week ending July 26 down 0.8% year over year. Travelers in wait-and-see mode Richie Karaburun, clinical associate professor at NYU's Jonathan M. Tisch Center of Hospitality, called the current environment "a perfect storm" of reduced government spending, lower inbound international travel from key source markets like Canada, Mexico and parts of Europe and broader economic uncertainty. Richie Karaburun "Consumer behavior right now is to wait and see," Karaburun said. "People are saying we're not going to travel this year, or we're going to travel less. If we're going to actually travel, it will be for one week instead of two weeks." This uncertainty has manifested itself in significantly shortened booking windows, a trend that has been reported in other sectors and among travel agencies. Karaburun said conversations with hoteliers indicate dramatic domestic booking compression, from between a week to 10 days to as little as three or four days. The inbound travel slowdown particularly impacts gateway cities that have historically relied on overseas visitors. Karaburun cited New York, Boston, Washington, Las Vegas, Miami and Orlando as markets that could feel the impact most acutely. Hotel executives still feeling pretty good Despite the volatility, both Hilton and Wyndham executives expressed optimism about the industry's prospects. Hilton's Nassetta painted a particularly bullish picture for the intermediate term, citing expectations of a "more favorable regulatory environment, certainty in tax reform, expected settling down on global trade policy, continuation of very healthy corporate profits and significant investments across a multitude of industries." And while he forecasted Q3 RevPAR to be "flat to modestly down again," Hilton projects full year RevPAR to be flat to up 2%. At Wyndham, Ballotti cited opportunities for improvement before summer's end, with more schools starting later this year than last and with the economy "still humming" and pricing "holding steady." "Consumer spending on travel is continuing, despite the macro headlines," he said, pointing to internal research that indicated more guest optimism on travel intent and less economic concerns than "last year and even last month." Marriott executives also highlighted bright spots in certain segments. Capuano noted continued strength in luxury, while CFO Leeny Oberg pointed to improving forward momentum in group bookings. For the full year, Marriott expects systemwide RevPAR growth to land in the lower end of its 1.5% to 2.5% forecast range. Karaburun, meanwhile, is "cautiously optimistic." "We've survived the pandemic, 9/11, many recessions, 2008 -- and in the end, we're always going to survive, because hospitality is a resilient industry," he said. "There's a little bit of up and down right now, but we'll recover."
