Brunette Beauty

So I am heading away to America the start of June for a month, now while I want to spend each day exploring, I still want to look decent and somewhat photo ready. I have a skin regime but deciding how much of it to take and  that I'll actually use, is the dilemma. I separate my items based on their area of use as you'll see below. Here's a breakdown of what I'm taking; Skin Items (1) Neutrogena cleanser Triology Rosehip Oil Eye cream Bioderma Micellear Solution Swippers Round Cotton Pads Simple Face Makeup Remover Wipes Tea Tree Gel Beauty Blender Clenser Body Items (2) Shower gel Body Lotion Toothbrush with Steripod Toothpaste Anti perspriant deodorant Versace Bright Crystal perfume Hand Creme Cotton Buds Nail file Hair Items (3) Batise Dry Shampoo Travel sized Hair Shampoo & Conditioner Comb Sock bun and hair tie Spare bobby pins The case is use is a tall rectangle plastic case with a zip closure through the middle. Inside ...

Back in January I did a whole travel series, explaining tips for the different aspects of travel. One of the posts was about a carry on bag . I thought it would be handy to see what I personally take in my carry on bag and how this has been edited for my first long haul, overnight flying. I like taking a bag that can hold a lot more then it's size. This bag is from Strandbags and I thought it'll be perfect for both on the plane and out walking/ touristing around. The colour is perfect for this also going with any outfit. The long cross body strap is additional safety in another country when walking around. The amount of pockets on this bag is perfect for travelling. All different sizes along the front and two on the side for a water bottle and a big decent sized main zip. I do suggest considering what features you want out of a carry on bag, what you are considering of holding in it and what you'd prefer quick access to. For me this was pockets for little thing...

So I am heading away to America the start of June for a month, now while I want to spend each day exploring, I still want to look decent and somewhat photo ready. I don't want my whole suitcase to be heavy from makeup but I'd like more then just the basics. Here's a breakdown of what I'm taking; Face Primer - Smashbox Photofinish Foundation - MUFE HD in shade #117. This has perfect coverage, pump dispenser, great longevity and is lightweight on the skin. Great for long day wear. Concealer - Maybelline Instant Age Dark Circle Eraser #1. For blemishes and under eyes.                    YSL Touche Ecalt #1. Perfect for face luminous in the early hours. Powder - Hourglass Ambient Lighting Powder Diffused Light. New powder obsession. Under Eye Powder - Bare Minerals Well Rested. Brighten under the eyes and set this area. Contour - Benefit Hoola [deluxe sample from Bronze Of Champions Kit]. Great size. Great opport...

Packaging: It comes in a clear plastic box. Palm sized hot pink plastic zip case with black trimming. Easy to locate and clean. It contains; 6x Sore Gel Spots 4x Fashion Tape Strips Satin Nipple Covers Hair elastic (black) Makeup Remover Wipe Satin Remover Wipe Mini Sewing Kit Overall: It has all of the items you need in case of a emergency, especially fashion. It's not something that you think of to make sure you have on hand which is why I think it's such a brilliant idea. I think that this is the perfect size for any type of person for any situation. I think it's travel friendly as well as handbag friendly. I'm the type of person that would like a few tissues just in case of a sudden runny nose for example. For me when I travel, this won't be the ideal mini emergency kit but it's a great start. I know you can search on Ebay or Google for companies that specialised in mini emergency kits (such as Pinch Provisions) but they aren'...

Packaging: Metal can with soft black packaging and a lime green cap. The black packaging is accompanied by silver text. The spray nozzle is a little larger then normal but the spray is very concentrated and fast. By this I mean a lot is sprayed out with a little pressure. The size of the can is palm sized so it's perfect for travelling and also durable. It's 87ml which means it's both domestic and international carry on approved. Smell/Taste: Cherry. Reminds me of the horrible cherry cough syrup I had when I was a kid. Colour: Clear but in a concentrated form it's white. Formula/ Texture: This works perfectly in freshing up second and third day hair. I took this for a four day trip, used it three times and there is half left. So small can but is handy for short trips. I mentioned this in packaging but the spray is concentrated and pressurised so the powder comes out fast. So with a normal pressure on the nozzle a lot comes out, leaving...

Welcome to my Travel Tip Series. I wanted to create a series of tips and ideas that'll suit anyone, anytime of the year, on any budget, for any length of time away on holiday. As simple as I may be the best tip is to take notes and photos . You may think you'll remember when you get home you and shouldn't have to remember it. This doesn't have to be a typical pen and paper situation, use the notes or reminder app on your smart phone instead. I prefer the journal way, there's something about handwritten journalling.  The same goes for photos- you can never take enough. If you feel as though you should take a photo no matter what silly reason, then do. Better then getting home and wishing you had taken more photos. Unfortunate as it is, be careful of your money and where you keep it on you. This is so important , more so if you're in third war countries or low social economic areas. Europe for example has pickpocketsers that'll slash the bottom of a ...

Welcome to my Travel Tip Series. I wanted to create a series of tips and ideas that'll suit anyone, any time of the year, on any budget, for any length of time away on holiday. Holidays with international travelling especially across timezones will encounter this. Jet lag is a temporary internal body clock disruption and generally takes 3-4 days to overcome. Now I've never experienced this but I will in June in my first solo holiday where the the difference is 13 hours behind home time. From what I've heard jet lag is killer and ruins the first few days of the trip. So I want to avoid this effect as much as possible and took a visit to my local doctor for help where I was able to pick up some pamphlets too. Symptoms of jet lag include; fatigue, insomnia (not able to get to sleep or enough sleep), dehydration, anxiety, headache, dizziness (from dehydration), nausea, irritability, bowel problems (diarrhoea or constipation), sweating and possibly memory loss. Whil...

Welcome to my Travel Tips series. I wanted to create a series of tips and ideas that'll suit anyone, anytime of the year, on any budget, for any length of time away on holiday. Packing may be as simple as chucking everything into a suitcase. However this isn't won't be efficient for you in the long run. While it's not a science to it, there is defiantly more effective ways to pack depending on what you're after. Fold This is simply folding your clothes as you would to put them away at home. You can separate the bottoms from bottoms from long sleeved items etc. Roll Take a item of clothing and fold in half to create an square face. Starting from the smallest side, roll the item. These can then be placed into your suitcase. This is the most effective method as it takes up less space in as compared to the other two methods. Great for non wrinkle prone items. Bundle This involves layering clothes face down at alternative 180 degrees to each other. Working ...

Welcome to my Travel Tips series. I wanted to create a series of tips and ideas that'll suit anyone, any time of the year, on any budget for any length of time away on holiday. I love making lists, being organised and a bit of a freak searching for the best and ultimate way to pack for flights. Packing is one of the trickiest and most time consuming aspects about travelling. Most people over pack or forget to bring half the stuff they need which leads to over packing on the next trip. A lot of airlines these days charge you to check a suitcase into the hold which can get expensive. Some people, including the experienced travellers, can fit  all  their belongings into their carry on bag, not having to worry about it being lost. That is amazing but not viable for all of us. It's not as simple as packing the things you use on a daily basis. The most important key is to only pack the essentials . Yes what's essential to you is different to the next guy. A good way to l...

Welcome to my Travel Tips series. I wanted to create a series of tips and ideas that'll suit anyone, any time of the year, on any budget, for any length of time away on holiday. This post does go in hand with Packing Tips, Jet Lag and the Universal Carry On Bag posts. However this is more of things to consider for your carry on. A carry on bag, do you even need one? Whether you've travelled as a kid, having mum pack your bag for you or to never have flown in your life at all, it may not be as straightforward as it seems. A lot of airlines these days charge you to check a suitcase into the hold which can get expensive. Fitting  all  your belongings into a carry on bag and you won't have to worry about it being lost. So here's some ideas to get the most out of what you can bring on the plane. The basics - I.D, money, copies of travel documents and an antibacterial agent. I consider these the bare minimum for any type and duration of travel. The rest is ...

Welcome to my Travel Tips series. I wanted to create a series of tips and ideas that'll suit anyone, any time of the year, on any budget, for any length of time away on holiday. The bare minimal. The items that no matter where you're going or how long for these are what you take. Of course depending if you're travelling interstate or not then some of these items can be removed but shouldn't be forgotten. Universal Carry On Bag ID and passport Various forms of money; cash and credit cards Travel documents; accommodation confirmation, insurance, itinerary Hand sanitizer or wet wipes These might the items that are in your handbag that you use everyday so it might be simple as taking this on the plane with you as your carry on and adding your flight ticket. Everyone has these, no matter who they are or what they do. The few additional items I think will be the beneficial to anyone is; deodorant, lip balm and toothbrush & paste. They all go a long way...

Welcome to my Travel Tip Series. I wanted to create a series of tips and ideas that'll suit anyone, any time of the year, on any budget, for any length of time away on holiday. I'd admit it seems 'odd' that there is wrong outfit to wear travelling, but you'll be surprised at what some people wear. Some dress as though they are walking down the runway of a fashion parade whilst others in Ugg boots as though they are ready for bed!! My first tip is to consider the weather and your plans when you arrive at your destination . A lightweight cardian is easier to translate into the opposite weather and to transport around compared to a jacket and will be sufficient for the short time not indoors. Whether you are flying for 8 hours or taking a 3 hour road trip the important key is comfort . Wear clothes that are comfortable and aren't restricting. This can be done in layers. Cardigan over long sleeve shirt over singlet with a scarf using your more stylish pi...

Welcome to my Travel Tip Series. I wanted to create a series of tips and ideas that'll suit anyone, anytime of the year, on any budget, for any length of time away on holiday. The biggest tip I can give is do your  research of your destination . We're lucky to live in a time with internet to source information and not have to rely on the books and promotional booklets at travel agencies. You can book your own holiday, read up on reviews on everything from airlines to hostels. Research customs, culture, laws and currency. This also includes, tipping etiquette of your destination,  time zone, visa requirements, best things to eat, do and see, level of personal safety to be exercised, best items to pack and airline liquid/gel/aerosol restrictions. This might have been something you have stumbled upon when you were choosing a place to go. The more knowledgable you are, the better your experience. Make sure of your safety . Depending on where your travelling but tra...