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Yahoo
2 days ago
- Yahoo
The 13 (TSA-Friendly) Beauty Products Our Editors Never Travel Without
PureWow editors select every item that appears on this page, and some items may be gifted to us. Additionally, PureWow may earn compensation through affiliate links within the story. All prices are accurate upon date of publish. You can learn more about the affiliate process here. You can learn more about that process here. Yahoo Inc. may earn commission or revenue on some items through the links below. Read the original article on Purewow. Whether it's a road trip or a summer cruise, my fellow editors here at PureWow always have something exciting on the books when it comes to travel. So naturally, they've perfected the art of packing the perfect collection of beauty products—including makeup go-tos like the Merit Minimalist stick and skin necessities like protective sunscreen—that won't only ensure they're selfie-ready, but also won't get them flagged by TSA. Below, find 13 editor-recommended beauty products for travel that definitely deserve a spot in your carry-on. Want to know which buzzy products are *really* worth buying? Sign up for our shopping newsletter to uncover our favorite finds. Revolve "It's in the name, people—an eye mask designed for jet lag. They're like cups of coffee for your under-eyes," Associate Fashion Commerce Editor Stephanie Meraz says of these cooling eye patches from Summer Fridays. Having tried them myself, too, I can confirm that they take care of post-flight puffiness in a flash. And since this pack comes with six pairs included, you'll be set for all of your summer travels. $24 at Revolve $24 at Sephora Merit Another find from Meraz (who also tested a bunch of other travel-friendly products from the brand), this Merit complexion stick is a must-add to your makeup bag. "[This is] my holy grail and literally the easiest thing to blend out, especially if you're in a rush to sightsee! I love that it acts as a concealer but can be built up to double as a foundation," she explains. It comes in 30 different shades, too, so you're sure to find one that perfectly blends with your skin tone. $38 at Merit Ulta You might have seen me rave over my love of Lush products before, so it comes as no surprise that I always pick up a bottle of the brand's famous Sleepy body wash before a trip. The lavender blend scent is super calming and I love indulging in it after a long day out exploring. Plus the 3.3-ounce size just makes the TSA requirement, so I can easily pack it in my carry-on. $13 at Lush $13 at Ulta The Outset "The Outset travel set is my fave travel beauty buy ever," says PureWow Senior Commerce Editor Stephanie Maida. "It comes complete with a cleanser, serum and moisturizer, and they're all formulated to calm skin—something I definitely need since my skin tends to freak out while traveling. The products deliver an instant dose of hydration (a must after sitting in that dry plane air for hours), and a little goes a long way. Plus, you cannot beat the price." Well, into my cart it goes. $38 at The Outset $38 at Shopbop Dermstore Whether you're headed to a sunny beach or to check another national park off your list, SPF is a necessity. "I pack a stupid amount of SPF every time I travel," shares PureWow Fashion Editor Abby Hepworth. She goes on to explain, "My favorite will always be EltaMD. It goes on smooth, doesn't leave a white cast and works super well with my makeup." Not to mention, this mineral sunscreen offers SPF40 coverage, plus nourishing ingredients like ginger root extract and squalane to smooth and moisturize your skin. It's skincare and sun-care in one. $46 at Dermstore $46 at Amazon Noteworthy I've tried a bunch of perfumes over the years, but I keep coming back to Notworthy's n,290. This mini eau de parfum is the perfect size to throw in my purse, both when I'm on the go at home or traveling, since it doesn't take up any more space than your average lipstick. It has a twist-up top so it never accidentally sprays in my bag, and you can easily refill it—or try out one of the other incredible scents (I'm eyeing the spa-worthy n,470 for my next buy). $40 at Noteworthy Tatcha PureWow Senior Director of Special Projects and Royals Rachel Bowie never leaves this nourishing lip mask from Tatcha behind. "I am BEYOND obsessed with this lip mask—it is so hydrating and non-tacky and really does deliver a gorgeous gloss-like effect that plumps my pout. Perfect to stash in your carry-on after a flight or even just for daily use after summer days in the sun," she raves. And she's not the only one who loves it. Plenty of shoppers (I'm talking thousands here) say it's super moisturizing, and since my own lips are constantly dry, I'll definitely be picking up a jar of this ASAP—and you might want to, too. $29 at Tatcha $29 at Ulta Ulta This compact little blush stick will definitely be coming with me on my next summer trip. It takes up practically no space in my toiletry bag and I love the way it goes on as a powder that I can just blend with my fingers (so there's no need to pack a bulky blush brush, too). It comes in a bunch of shades ranging from bright pink to a subtle nude and everything in between. $28 at Ulta $28 at Polite Society Dermstore "I need something [while I'm away] to keep my hair in shape and this lasts FOREVER," says PureWow SEO Editor Marissa Wu. "[A] little goes such a long way [and] the hold is great, even for longer hair. I just work it through and then blow dry/style per usual. And since it's a solid, [I don't have to worry] about TSA confiscating [it]." Plenty of R+Co reviewers also say it adds a good amount of shine to their hair, which is always a bonus if you ask me. $39 at Dermstore $39 at R&Co Revolve "When jet lag kicks in (and brings out those dark circles and eye bags) I have my Caudalie Resveratrol-Lift depuffing eye cream at the ready," shares Maida. "The formula is so lightweight, so it soaks right into my skin, and the cooling metal applicator tip works wonders to de-puff and energize [my under-eyes.]" This cream offers much more than instant relief, though, with ingredients like resveratrol, hyaluronic acid and vegan collagen that help to tackle wrinkles and firm the skin with regular use. $65 at Revolve $65 at Sephora Ulta If there's only one skincare set I'm packing, it's this one from Osea that has a bunch of the brand's fan-favorite products in one bundle (and for less than $50 at that). It includes the Undaria algae body oil that always makes me feel like I just stepped out of the spa, an Ocean face cleanser, Atmosphere Protection face cream and hyaluronic Sea serum—I mean, what else could you need?! $44 at Ulta Aēsop Listen, I know this is a bit of a splurge for a travel-sized shampoo (it's TSA-friendly at 3.3-ounces, BTW)—especially if you pick up the complementing conditioner, too—but whenever I want to treat myself while I'm away, I always pick up a set and have yet to regret it. The formula leaves my hair feeling so soft, while the citrus/woodsy scent (which is a blend of bergamot rind, frankincense and cedar atlas, per the brand) smells incredible. Honestly, if I could use this every day I would, but since the full-size bottle is pretty pricey, this feels like the perfect compromise. $21 at Aēsop $21 at Revolve Revolve As for PureWow VP of Editorial Candace Davison's go-to? "I impulse-bought [this] Sun Belt Sampler last year, and it became my travel MVP," she shares. "It has everything you need for a sunny vacay (all in TSA-friendly sizes—sunscreen, face mist and aloe-based After Sun gel included). Plus, they're all housed in a clear belt bag that can double as a toiletries bag for packing and a stadium-friendly bag for catching a concert or game." Talk about thoughtful packaging. $30 at Revolve $30 at Anthropologie Editors' Picks: Shop Our 15 Favorite Finds for May PureWow's editors and writers have spent more than a decade shopping online, digging through sales and putting our home goods, beauty finds, wellness picks and more through the wringer—all to help you determine which are actually worth your hard-earned cash. From our PureWow100 series (where we rank items on a 100-point scale) to our painstakingly curated lists of fashion, beauty, cooking, home and family picks, you can trust that our recommendations have been thoroughly vetted for function, aesthetics and innovation. Whether you're looking for travel-size hair dryers you can take on-the-go or women's walking shoes that won't hurt your feet, we've got you covered.
The Intercept
3 days ago
- Politics
- The Intercept
LAPD Won't Do Immigration Enforcement — But Will Shoot You With Rubber Bullets for Protesting ICE
As federal agents abducted at least 118 immigrants throughout Los Angeles County over the weekend, local leaders swatted away suggestions of collaboration on immigration enforcement — and sought to keep the blame squarely on federal authorities. 'LA was peaceful before Friday,' said Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass, who joined her fellow California Democrat Gov. Gavin Newsom in blaming the Trump administration for escalating tensions by deploying federal troops. As of Tuesday, Trump has deployed 4,000 members of the National Guard and 700 Marines to the city so far. Trump's militarized response was certainly escalatory, several protesters told The Intercept. But while National Guard troops mostly stood around outside federal buildings, it was the Los Angeles Police Department whose members brutalized protesters with batons, tear gas, and so-called 'less-lethal' munitions, drawing blood and bruising people who turned out to protest U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement raids. 'Hearing the governor and Karen Bass talking about LAPD coming in to 'protect the peace' — this is so absurd,' said Robert Meraz, a 51-year-old public defender from Van Nuys. He joined an estimated 10,000-person march on Sunday, when an LAPD officer fired a bean-bag munition into his left arm. An injury on Robert Meraz's arm after he was struck by a bean-bag munition. Photo: Courtesy of Robert Meraz Meraz was at the front of the group marching from LA City Hall to the federal detention facility several blocks away. There, federal agents were holding detainees swept up on Friday, when ICE arrested 14 workers at the Ambiance Apparel warehouse near the garment district and at least 40 more at car washes, street vendors, and waiting for work assignments in a Home Depot parking lot. Rights groups said the detainments, captured on viral videos, have been based on race and appearance of individuals. Meraz works in Alameda County, but he was in the area visiting family when he joined the march. The child of immigrants from Mexico, Meraz told The Intercept that his own relatives sought work in front of Home Depot when he was growing up. 'And so then I'm hearing that ICE is just going around swooping up fools at Home Depot,' he said. 'That was just too much.' At the federal detention center, most of the recent detainees had yet to speak with an attorney, family members and attorneys told The Intercept. Federal officials illegally denied entry to members of Congress, including California Democratic Reps. Jimmy Gomez and Maxine Waters. Attorneys seeking access to their clients told The Intercept that some women being detained had to sleep outside, in tents without blankets, due to overcrowding. About 100 yards away, LAPD officers intercepted the crowd and pushed it back, Meraz recalled. The cops declared an unlawful assembly, authorized the use of less-lethal munitions, and began to fire at protesters. 'I was definitely walking backwards,' Meraz said, holding an ice pack against bandages soaked in blood, 'but I guess not backwards fast enough.' He said an officer held a bean-bag-loaded weapon against Meraz's gut before firing, and Meraz managed to block it with his arm. He said an emergency room doctor warned of possible long-term muscle or nerve damage, which could affect the mobility of his arm and hand. The Los Angeles Police Department was coming off of a routine funding boost. Days earlier, Bass had signed a new city budget that increased the department's $1.86 billion budget to $1.98 billion, including money to hire 240 new recruits. The mayor defended the LAPD's actions on Sunday as necessary crowd-control measures. According to the Los Angeles City Charter, LAPD officers are tightly restricted from supporting federal immigration actions. In November, LA expanded its sanctuary city policies to prohibit the use of city resources, including police, for immigration operations. And since 1979, LAPD officers have been barred from asking people's immigration status or making immigration-related arrests. On top of that, California's statewide sanctuary laws ban local law enforcement officers from many immigration enforcement actions. Suspicions that police may have violated some of those sanctuary restrictions added to the ire behind LA's protests. On Friday, the LAPD formed a line just outside Ambiance Apparel while federal agents performed their raid, during which they violently arrested protester and Service Employees International Union California and SEIU-USWW President David Huerta. 'You're LAPD — why are you collaborating with ICE?' another protester yelled in a video of the confrontation on Friday. While the LAPD declined to comment on why its officers were present during the raid, LAPD Chief Jim McDonnell has stated publicly that his officers responded to calls for service from federal agencies for 'emergency assistance to protect lives,' just like it would any member of the public. 'Our job is not to divide communities or politicize law enforcement,' McDonnell said. 'Our job is simply to keep everyone safe.' He insisted that the LAPD does not coordinate with ICE on civil enforcement. 'I was using my freedom of speech, what I'm allowed to do, and they ended up shooting at me.' Such statements rang hollow for protesters who marched in downtown Los Angeles over the weekend. At the protest on Sunday, one demonstrator left the crowd with his right arm raised as blood dripped from his hand, where an LAPD projectile had struck him. A man named Miguel, who declined to give his last name, was struck in the chest by an LAPD munition while protesting near the Federal Building, leaving a bloody, circular imprint on his skin. TV news reports highlighted vandalism and property crimes: graffiti criticizing ICE on federal offices and courthouses, rocks hurled at armored vehicles, burglaries at downtown business, driverless Waymo ride-hailing cars set on fire, and Lime scooters tossed over the side of the highway. 'If you are going to entertain violence,' Bass said, speaking to reporters inside City Hall, 'you are going to suffer the consequences of that.' But protesters argued that the focus on private property distracted from the violence done to demonstrators exercising their First Amendment rights — and to immigrants facing deportation for seeking work opportunities. California Highway Patrol officers fire so-called 'less-lethal' munitions at protesters blocking the 101 Freeway on June 8, 2025. Photo:'I wasn't throwing nothing, I wasn't causing no harm — I was using my freedom of speech, what I'm allowed to do, and they ended up shooting at me,' said John Gonzalez, an 18-year-old protester who helped occupy the 101 Freeway on Sunday. Some members of the crowd tossed rocks at the armored officers, but many just stood and watched, recorded on their phones, or joined in chanting their objections to ICE. California Highway Patrol officers, part of a state-run force, fired flash-bang projectiles and 'less-lethal' munitions up toward crowds protesting along the railing. During the protest, Gonzalez lifted his shirt to reveal a large bruise along his side. Video recordings from throughout the weekend showed other aggressive tactics. One video from Sunday showed a man getting beaten by mounted LAPD officers charging at him and swinging batons. Another recording showed one protester trampled by officers on horseback. In a live broadcast from near a federal courthouse, an LAPD officer pointed their weapon in an Australian reporter's direction before firing and striking her in the leg. Agents with the Department of Homeland Security and some National Guard troops fired pepper-ball bullets and tear gas on smaller groups of protesters and journalists outside the downtown federal detention facility throughout the weekend. John Gonzalez shows his bruise from a less-lethal munition (left), and a protester's hand drips blood after being hit. Photo: Jonah Valdez/The Intercept Back at City Hall, Los Angeles resident Alicia Cohen was struck in the heel by a rubber bullet. She was a part of a small group of protesters who had weathered tear gas and LAPD projectiles throughout the day. She told The Intercept she was not surprised by the LAPD's brutality, given her past experiences protesting in 2020 after the police murder of George Floyd. 'The people that are supposed to protect us are not protecting us.' 'The people that are supposed to protect us are not protecting us,' said Cohen, who told The Intercept she'd attended Kent State University, where the legacy of violent protest repression made her especially wary of the National Guard. 'It's ICE terrorizing us, it's LAPD terrorizing us, and I think the 'violent actions' that are happening outside are symptoms of the aggression that is shown when LAPD and the feds get aggressive.' Meraz also took exception to the idea that the protesters had initiated the violence. It was 'infuriating,' Meraz said, 'just hearing the language that the news was using. They were like, 'Violent protesters.' I'm like, 'What?'' Immigration raids continued across Los Angeles County on Monday, including in Venice, Culver City, and Huntington Park, with more expected throughout the week. Protests persisted too, entering their fifth consecutive day on Tuesday as demonstrations were planned to take place in front of the Federal Building in downtown Los Angeles. Other demonstrations were planned across southern California, as anti-ICE protesters showed out in other cities such as San Francisco, Atlanta, New York, Chicago, and Dallas. Huerta, of SEIU, was released on Monday. Federal prosecutors charged him with felony conspiracy to impede an officer. LA city council members are expected to bring a motion on Tuesday to request information from the LAPD on its use of resources during the recent federal operations. City Controller Kenneth Mejia, a regular critic of police spending, said his office is requesting more information about LAPD's presence near ICE raids. Family members of the workers detained in the garment district, who were mostly from the indigenous Zapotec community, held a press conference in front of the Ambiance Apparel warehouse on Friday, demanding their release, legal representation, accountability from their employers, and adherence to city and state sanctuary policies. Among the speakers was Carlos Gonzalez, whose older brother José Paulino was detained Friday. 'I also want to ask, where is the sanctuary California promised us,' Gonzalez said, 'when your police departments choose to defend ICE officials instead of its own people?'
Yahoo
02-06-2025
- General
- Yahoo
21-year-old federally charged, accused of using realistic BB gun in bank robbery
DENVER (KDVR) — A 21-year-old from Fort Collins is facing a federal charge of bank robbery with forced accompaniment after he was arrested outside of a credit union on May 27. Isaac Meraz, 21, was arrested Tuesday, May 27, after he allegedly robbed the ENT Credit Union on West Drake Road at about 2 p.m. Free on Your TV • New FOX31+ App for Roku, Fire TV, Apple TV The U.S. Attorney's Office for the District of Colorado said Meraz was wearing a 'full rubber mask with attached fake hair,' and told bank employees 'he was there to 'audit' the bank.' Prosecutors said Meraz then produced what appeared to be a handgun and forced three employees to accompany him inside the bank's vault. Prosecutors said Meraz pointed the 'gun' at an employee, and 'out of fear and intimidation, that employee provided Meraz with money out of the vault.' The U.S. Attorney's Office said that while fleeing the credit union, Meraz dropped some of the stolen money and the apparent firearm. Later, officials determined it was a realistic-looking BB gun. While officials were investigating the incident, they placed Rocky Mountain High School on secure status for about 15 minutes. Fort Collins Police Services said it later served a search warrant at a residence in the 1200 block of City Park Avenue and recovered 'key evidentiary items.' Fort Collins police and the FBI worked jointly on the investigation. According to Cornell Law School, the charge of bank robbery carries a maximum sentence of 20 years in prison, with no minimum sentence outlined in the law. Bank robbery with forced accompaniment carries an additional minimum sentence of 10 years in prison, and a maximum sentence of life imprisonment. Meraz made his initial court appearance on May 30. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
