I am the worst unpacker (and packer) and since my makeup bag was still sitting in my suitcase I thought I would share with you some bits I took to Paris with me. I used this experience as a bit of a test run for next months 4.5 week holiday which has already got me worried, how do I pack 4 weeks of my life into a 23KG suitcase?
Back to my Paris makeup bag, I wanted to keep it small but I still need options. I took one eyeshadow palette and one mascara, my Lorac Pro palette and . The mascara was a no brainer, I don’t use anything else so it would be silly to take more than one but I was a little unsure about the Lorac Pro Palette, in the end I think it was a good decision although I might take two next month. Its a great slimline, travel friendly palette with 16 shades, all wearable and ranging from matte to shimmery.
I took two foundations; and but ended up only using Chanel Vita Lumiere (and one day I borrowed a friends), I think it’s just a great foundation for the summer! For Concealer I took the which was one of the best things I took with me, I love how small it is and it has both a great concealer and a great powder which I used regularly! I also carry with me in my handbag so that went too.
I choose three blushers, a bronzer, a highlight and a contouring palette which now seems pretty excessive but I was packing in a rush. The Smashbox Contour palette was a great pick, once again it’s pretty streamline and has three great colours; a contour, a bronzer and highlight all of which I often use on my eye. The blush I used most was as I’m loving just a slight hint of blush at the moment but I also took my mini and which I didn’t end up using. I only used my in Golden Light once too and I could have easily have used the one from my Smashbox Contour Palette instead but it is a really beautiful subtle bronzer. The highlight which I actually used quite regularly was Pur Afterglow Illuminating Powder.
For brows I went with , great product which also has a spoolie and Benefit Speed Brow because it’s my favourite and really quick to apply. The three liners I went for were , and Makeup Forever Aqua Eyes which are all currently my favourites and essential!
I ended up rarely wearing lipstick as I always find it quite uncomfortable in hot weather but I took .
I also took a handful of brushes, largely and Zoeva but they’re now in need of a wash so I haven’t photographed those.
I’m already mentally packing for next month, let me know if you’d like to see what I take away then too…
I love the Lorac Pro Palette, I also bring it as my go to palette for when I travel.
How do you like the Smashbox Contour palette? I actually didn't know they had this palette since I've been looking to invest in a contour palette myself.. The two I was looking into was the Anastasia Contour Kit and the Kat Von D Shade and Light contour palette…
http://www.that-girl-in-nyc.com
I am really loving the L'Oreal foundation at the moment. The Bobbi Brown concealer duo looks lovely x
Emma | Emmys Beauty Cave
Love the Lorac Palette, I'm gonna have to look at that Smashbox one too!!
Kendal | Life With Kendal
I'm such a blush collector so I definitely would have overpacked on that, too! I'm so bad when it comes to make up packing I normally end up just shoving in all of my Mac lipsticks and then only really using one or two! I've heard amazing things about the Lorac palette and the Nars concealer!
cottonandcandie xx
I really struggle packing makeup for holidays. I always imagine I'll want options but actually end up going barefaced most days!
Philippa – ByPhilippa
This looks like a great travel bag! I always seem to forget something when travelling x
Blushhx
Great picks! I've just picked up peach pop and I love it so far xx
Glossy Boutique
I love the Lorac palette!
Lauren x | https://laurenselwood.blogspot.co.uk
I love the loreal foundation it is so nice on my skin and I love it but also I'm really bad at unpacking I just never do it and my makeup stays in the bag for around two weeks cause I can't be bothered
I need to try the Too Faced mascara! I'm off to America this year so will be stocking up 😀
xx
I'm going away in a few weeks and I think a must for me is the bare minerals powder foundation as it almost adapts to your skin tone should I tan a little bit! Also, my chanel lipgloss in bliss is a beautiful colour for the summer! I don't tend to bother with makeup that much when I'm away but I always end up packing a ridiculous amount anyway!
hollyolivia12.blogspot.co.uk
The Chanel foundation is one of my ultimate favourites, I cant get enough of it!
Annabel ♥
Mascara & Maltesers
The Lorac Palette is incredible for travel! I've been dying to try the Clinique Cheek Pops. xx
champagnedaydream.blogspot.com
I'm going away for 2 months at the end of the year, and my first thought after I booked it was how will I chose the makeup to take away with me! The struggle is real!
x
So many lovely products! I'm going abroad for four months later in the year and I am so scared of packing my makeup! x
nueyork.blogspot.com
You've got some lovely products in your makeup bag! That eyeshadow palette is beautiful!
Courtney | http://courtzmelv.com
Great post and so helpful! I'm always wondering what I should and shouldn't take in regards to makeup when I go away for a trip. I also will be trying a few things like that Chanel Vitalumiere. I need something light for everyday but still liquid. All I have is powder.
Tamara | http://www.callmefafi.com
You packed some great things, I am totally in love with the Lorac Pro palette, it is fantastic and has great shadows that are perfect as transition shades.
zoea2812.blogspot.com
I have a Lorac Pro palette, it is the best thing ever! Prefer it to my Naked palettes so much!
JaynieShannonx
PS I Follow Back 😉 xox
This reminds me I must wash my makeup brushes tonight. I also have the Lorac palette and love it! I managed to get my hands on the Mega Pro Lorac Palette which is one of my favourites.
http://www.britishbeautyaddict.com
Great product selection for your week away! I love NARS's Orgasm blusher and I would love to try the Burberry Orange Blossom Lip and Cheek Bloom.
– http://www.veebzboo.com
The Nars concealer is always with me wherever I go 🙂 I feel like I tend to over-pack too and don't end up using everything xx
Jasmine Talks Beauty
There's lots of products here that I haven't tried before. I'll have to give them a go 🙂 Thanks for sharing…
http://www.makemeupmarie.com x
I love the Chanel Vitalumiere foundation. It's my absolute favourite. Great picks for travelling!
Check out my MAC Lipliner x3 Giveaway!
http://www.abigailalicex.com
How many lovely products!!! I really like them all <3 <3 <3 Now I have to go shopping because of you!!! Great blog :* Keep posting, you rock girl!