Travel cosmetics kits: pros and cons, varieties, brands, choices

Traveling light is what many aspire to. Therefore, sometimes there is simply no place in a suitcase for cosmetics. But how to get out of such a difficult situation? The answer is simple - you need to choose the right travel package for yourself.

Cosmetic companies have long recognized that travel kits are as popular as full-size beauty products. So which cosmetic bag should you choose, or is it better to make it yourself? The pros and cons of mini travel kits are in our article.

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 this type of people that cosmetic companies produce travel kits lines... They are available for both women and men.

Mini-kits often include miniature tubes or probes. This is an ineffable plus, especially for those who have been using a certain brand for a long time.

So what are the kits? They can be in the form of probes. These are small sachets that are usually given with a large order of full-size products.

This option is great because it works for a 3 or 5 day trip. It all depends on how many probes you have, because one probe is one application. The number of them in the set is from 2 to 4 pieces. There are also 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 beauty care products, such probes will be quite convenient. For example, masks or serums.

The second option is tubes or jars. This is usually a reduced size copy of full-size products. This applies to both cosmetics and decorative. In such jars of the product itself, no more than 5-10 ml (if it is decorative cosmetics).Treatment products (for example, shampoos) have a volume of no more than 100 ml. It all depends on the set and the number of items in it.

There are a large number of different brands on the market that offer their own travel kits. Let's get to know them better.

Mini Must Haves Kit by Bobbi Brown - This is a set of decorative cosmetics for a light beach make-up. The set includes:

• mascara;
• lip gloss;
• pink blush;
• small beige shadows in a stick or pencil;
• BB cream with SPF 35;
• make-up remover oil.

For hair care, sets from Wella Professionals, Rene Furterer, John Frieda, MoltoBene, GreenMama, Dove, Nivea... These sets can be found more often than others on store shelves. Among them there are both professional hair cosmetics and budget options.

Basically, these sets include 70 ml shampoo and 70 ml balm. The more products in the set, the smaller the nominal volume. On average, this is approximately 50 ml.

Other tools that can be in such kits:

• hair masks;
• various vibes;
• hair fixation spray;
• hair foam;
• protection;
• various oils.

Of course, not all of the products listed above come in one cosmetic bag. Each brand chooses something basic for itself and represents it. Some kits do not contain balm, and this is a very common occurrence. But there are masks or oils. Someone prefers to have hairspray in their arsenal.

For facial 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 set includes a 3-step exfoliation and facial treatment system. Clinique has taken care of all skin types. Therefore, the kits are divided into groups. They include:

• liquid oil;
• lotion to exfoliate the skin;
• moisturizer (cream or serum).

The next set is Cellular Performance Double Moisturizing Trial Set by Sensai... The set consists of 4 products: 2 for cleansers and 2 for moisturizing and nourishing.

L'Occitane introduced the Amande body care line, including the most essential products in the kit:

• body oil that has a softening effect;
• milk for skin elasticity;
• shower oil;
• soap with almond extract;
• the most delicate hand cream.

For lovers of organic and natural cosmetics, suitable the Crown Alchemist brand with their Travel Kit line... All of their products are based on herbal ingredients and fragrances. The set includes:

• body cream with a rosemary or tangerine scent;
• face cream with notes of geranium;
• fruity lip balm;
• chamomile shampoo and conditioner;
• lotion with bergamot.

Russian brand Estel Professional also in demand among buyers with their Curex SunFlower line, because it has everything you need to travel.

• shampoo that contains panthenol;
• hair mask with collagen, aimed at hair restoration after prolonged exposure to the sun;
• spray with SPF filters and panthenol content.

Self-compiled kits have both positive and negative sides. The former includes the fact that you will continue to use your favorite products. An obvious disadvantage of such sets is that their volume is not large enough, and in some cases even small. If organic cosmetics are used, they may deteriorate.

And the kits themselves from manufacturers are not always convenient, because sometimes the products simply do not suit your skin type, since you have not used this brand before.

For an overview of the Vichy Travel Kit, see below.