Traveling light is what many strive for. Therefore, sometimes there is simply no place in the suitcase for cosmetics. But how to get out of such a difficult situation? The answer is simple - you need to choose the perfect travel set for yourself.
Cosmetic companies have long realized that such travel kits are in demand no less than full-size care products. So which cosmetic bag to choose or better to make it yourself? The pros and cons of travel mini kits are in our article.
Features of travel sets
Vacation is a time of relaxation, and therefore many do not really think about any accessories that will be needed on vacation.
Just it is for these types of people that cosmetic companies produce travel kits. They are for both women and men.
Mini-kits often include miniature tubes or samplers. This is an unspeakable plus especially for those who have been using a certain brand for a long time.
So what are the sets? They can be in the form of probes. These are small sachets that are usually given with a large order of full-sized products.
This option is good for a 3- or 5-day trip. It all depends on how many probes you have, because one probe is one application. Their number in the set is from 2 to 4 pieces. There are kits with 6 probes, but the product itself is rather small in such packages. If we talk about shampoo, then this option is not suitable for owners of long hair. And for makeup cosmetics such probes will be quite convenient. For example, masks or serums.
The second option is tubes or jars. Usually this is a greatly reduced copy of full-sized products. This applies to both makeup and decorative cosmetics. In such jars of the product itself, no more than 5-10 ml (if it is decorative cosmetics).Care products (for example, shampoos) has a volume of not more than 100 ml. It all depends on the set and the number of items in it.
Brands
There are a large number of different brands on the market that offer their travel kits. Get to know them better.
Mini Must Haves Kit by Bobbi Brown - This is a set of decorative cosmetics for easy beach makeup. The kit includes:
- Mascara;
- lip gloss;
- pink blush;
- small beige shadows in a stick or pencil;
- BB cream containing SPF 35;
- makeup remover oil.
For hair care, sets from Wella Professionals, Rene Furterer, John Frieda, MoltoBene, GreenMama, Dove, Nivea. These sets are most often found on store shelves. Among them there are both professional hair cosmetics and budget options.
Mostly these kits include 70 ml shampoo and 70 ml balm. The more products in the set, the smaller the nominal volume. On average, it is approximately 50 ml.
Other tools that may be in such kits:
- hair masks;
- various vibes;
- Polish for hair;
- hair foam;
- protection;
- various oils.
Of course, not all of the products listed above are included in one cosmetic bag. Each brand chooses for itself something basic and represents it. In some sets there is no balm, and this is a very common occurrence. But there are masks or oils. Someone prefers to have hairspray in their arsenal.
Everyone chooses for himself what suits him best. But, unfortunately, the big minus of such sets is that they all come with a note “for all skin types”.
For skin care miniature sets are suitable.
3-Step Skin Care by Clinique - this is the same kit for those who always want to have perfect skin. This kit includes a three-step system for exfoliating and facial treatment. Clinique took care of all skin types. Therefore, sets are divided into groups. They include:
- liquid oil;
- skin exfoliation lotion;
- moisturizer (cream or serum).
The next set is Sensular Cellular Performance Double Moisturising Trial Set. The set consists of 4 products: 2 products for cleansing and 2 products for moisturizing and nourishing.
L'Occitane introduced the Amande line of body care products, including the most essential products:
- body oil that has a softening effect;
- milk for skin elasticity;
- shower oil;
- soap with almond extract;
- the most gentle hand cream.
All these funds are aimed at moisturizing the skin and its recovery after prolonged contact with water. This is especially true if you swim in the salty sea.
For lovers of organic and natural cosmetics Crown Alchemist brand with their Travel Kit line. All their products are based on herbal ingredients and fragrances. The kit includes:
- body cream with the smell of rosemary or mandarin;
- face cream with notes of geranium;
- fruit lip balm;
- shampoo and conditioner with camomile;
- bergamot lotion.
Russian brand Estel Professional also in demand among buyers with their Curex SunFlower linebecause it has everything you need for travel.
- shampoo that contains panthenol;
- a hair mask with collagen aimed at restoring hair after a prolonged exposure to the sun;
- spray with SPF filters and panthenol content.
In conclusion, it is necessary to clarify that a full-fledged travel set can not only be purchased, but also compiled independently. To do this, you just need to buy empty special jars and pour your preferred funds there.
Self-made kits have both positive and negative sides. The first is that you will continue to use your favorite products. The obvious minus of such sets is their volume is not large enough, and in some cases even small. If organic cosmetics are used, they can go bad.
And the kits themselves from manufacturers are not always convenient, because sometimes the products simply do not fit your skin type, since before that you did not use this brand.
See the Vichy travel kit overview below.
