Beauty Essentials Every Indian Woman Packs for Vacation
Be it a stress-relieving beach holiday in Bali, or a chilly trip to the mountains in Himachal, every Indian woman knows one thing – never pack beauty essentials. The reason is simple – being packed correctly is not about looking good, but feeling confident and fresh to capture a holiday selfie, which then captures the holiday memory forever.
Here’s what nearly every Indian woman carries in their travel beauty kit, which is both compact and practical, and just a little glam, perfectly blending Lifestyle convenience with Fashion flair.
1. Sunscreen – the non-negotiable
If there is one product that Indian women consider mandatory on holiday, it has to be sunscreen. Each year, it seems that the sun is harder to deal with, so sunscreen with SPF 50 or more is non-negotiable. Whether it’s a beach or a hike in the mountains, a lightweight, easily absorbed sunscreen is probably the best way to prevent tanning and pigmentation. Indian women love Neutrogena Ultra Sheer and Re’equil Dry Touch Sunscreen.
2. BB Cream or Tinted Moisturiser for a Natural Glow
When you’re on vacation, a heavy foundation can feel too much. A tinted moisturiser or BB cream then becomes a hero. It provides light coverage, a more even complexion, and most importantly, your skin can breathe — ideal for those makeup-free vacation days.
3. Lip Balm and Tint Combo
Dry, cracked lips can ruin the best photo! Most Indian women travel with a hydrating lip balm and a lip tint that can also be used as a blush. The tint adds a pop of colour to the face, while also keeping the texture soft and hydrated- an all-in-one product that every traveller needs.
4. Mini-skincare kit
Travel is unkind to skin, so a mini skincare routine (cleanser, toner, and moisturiser) is a must-have! Most people buy the travel size kits from Clinique, The Ordinary, Forest Essentials, or simply pick up a small bottle of rose water that you can spritz on your face for instant freshness after a long flight.
5. Hair care necessities: Dry shampoo and hair serum
Humidity or cold winds, hair doesn’t listen on holiday! A small travel-size dry shampoo will freshen up the hair between washes, and hair serum will help to manage frizz instantaneously. Most Indian women prefer to travel with a lightweight hair serum like Livon or L’Oréal Extraordinary Oil for quick hair touch-ups.
6. Travel perfume and compact mirror
No bag is complete without a travel perfume and a cute compact mirror! A light perfume, with notes of florals or citrus, will help to suddenly make your mood feel all better and get you ready for your holiday.
