Beach Bag from Revolve linked here.

When it comes to traveling my suitcase is ALWAYS heavy, and while I’ve perfected my craft so that I never tip the scale, sometimes narrowing down a list of my esssntials can be daunting. In the last few years I’ve worked my packing down to a science in that I make more room for the things that matter most (I also recently purchased packing cubes and they are amazing for organizing). For me those things are my beauty and health products, and while I don’t have an eight step skincare routine or a bunch of fitness equipment I insist on lugging around, I do love having any and all possible beauty and health things I may need. It’s better to be over prepared than under!

From traveling as an NFL cheerleader, to weekend baseball trips to see Brian play, and now keeping in mind the fact that I haven’t stayed in the same state for more than a week this entire month, there’s one thing I’ve learned and its that I’m a happier person when I stick to a routine and pack my suitcase full with things I use on the daily, even if they take up a little more space.

And thus I present to you a curated list of my favorite beauty and health products that are must-haves when traveling.

Terra Origin Healthy Gut Supplement

For me gut health is key to a pleasant vacation and this product has changed my travel experiences in more ways I can even begin to explain. I could probably write a whole other blog post on this in itself, but the terra origin healthy gut supplement is the first thing I pack in my suitcase. Plus they now make individual packets which are perfect for traveling. I use the berry flavor and mix it in my water 1-2 times a day. It helps alleviate bloating and stomach discomfort, two symptoms that often plague me while I travel!

Laneige Lip Mask

You’ve probably seen this before (it also made an appearance on my holiday gift guide) but the Laneige Lip Sleeping Mask is so hydrating I often even use it during the day and on plane rides. It locks in moisture and leaves my lips feeling soft and hydrated-way more than your average chapstick or lip balm.

Beauty + Sleep Olly Vitamins

Olly makes my favorite vitamins and the beauty and sleep ones have provided me with noticeable results, something I love when taking a product. My Dad who owns a salon and has been doing my hair since it started growing on my head even mentioned how long and strong my hair looked a few months after starting their Undeniable Beauty Vitamins. I loved their beauty ones so much I recently started taking the sleep ones about 30 minutes before bed and they help me so much while traveling (I have the hardest time sleeping in a bed that’s not my own).

M-61 Powerglow Peel

While these pads come with a price tag, they are an instant facial in a tiny packet. Not to mention anything mini and individually wrapped is so oddly satisfying on a trip as you can pack the exact amount you need. These pads leave my skin glowing, reducing pore size and fine lines and wrinkles (something I start to notice when I spend time in the sun even when I use sunscreen).

Vita Liberata Body Blur

Last but not least one of my favorite beauty products ever! Maybe I love a good tan (a little too much) but this stuff is liquid gold! It’s an instant tan in a bottle but what’s so amazing about it is that it’s more so a body make up. It’s gives your legs a flawless airbrush look with a hint of shine. Do be careful as you HAVE to wash this off as it will transfer onto your sheets and even clothes. I’ve never had it stain anything, but I certainly wouldn’t use it when wearing all white.