A really close friend of mine knows just how much time I spend in the car commuting to and from work, and he gave me one of the most thoughtful and useful gifts imaginable. The YETI 30 oz. Rambler Tumbler with MagSlider Lid has effectively replaced all of my travel mugs because it is so much better than any of the others that I own. It is huge, it keeps my coffee and tea hot for many hours, it has a convenient slider built into the lid that makes it very easy to sip my coffee, and the narrower base fits perfectly into the cup holder in my car. Furthermore, the clear, and shatterproof, lid is easily removed, and it allows you to see the amount of coffee that you have left. I absolutely love this travel mug, and highly recommend it if you commute! It's also the perfect mug to bring to your favorite coffee shop if you are looking to reduce your carbon footprint, and you just don't want to toss out yet another disposable coffee cup.
According to YETI,
The Rambler® 30 oz. is the tumbler that gets you through the day. Your morning brew stays hot, and your iced coffee will stay cold - so take your time. Kitchen-grade stainless steel with double-wall vacuum insulation will protect your drink at all costs. While the magnet on the included MagSlider™ Lid adds an additional barrier of protection for keeping drinks contained and preventing heat or cold from escaping, please note - this magnet component is not leak proof and will not prevent spills. Available in stainless and DuraCoat™ colors that won't peel, fade, or crack.
TECHNOLOGY:
DuraCoat™ Color Technology is built to last with no chipping, fading or cracking
18/8 Kitchen-grade stainless steel construction for extreme durability
Double-wall vacuum insulation keeps your beverage hot or cold
No Sweat™ Design keeps your hands and cup dry
MagSlider™ Lid uses magnets for easy opening and closing, and keeps your beverage cold/warm longer
FEATURES:
Fits comfortably in your car, boat or truck cup holder
Puncture-resistant and rust-resistant for lasting use
Lid has a crystal clear and shatterproof design
MagSlider™ magnets pop off for easy cleaning
Rambler 30 and MagSlider™ Lid are both dishwasher safe
Compatible with YETI beverage holder
Note: This product is not intended to be leak proof and will not prevent spills
I am so excited about introducing you to the ingenious Beauty & the Box Traveler Deluxe– it is the most spectacular travel product discovery that I have made in many years. If you travel, then this is definitely something that you would love to use during your travels.
If you are planning to travel during the holidays, this brilliant makeup travel case will allow you to carry everything that you need, and it provides you will the perfect way to organize everything that you bring with you. It has pop-up modular pieces that turn into storage cups, and it also has a wonderful folding mirror. Once put together, which only takes seconds, you have a brilliant utilitarian mobile vanity.
I try to travel light, but that is less easy to do during the holidays, and therefore Beauty & the Box Traveler Deluxe is the perfect travel companion during the holidays. It enables you to organize a big pile of makeup and brushes quickly and efficiently. You will notice the see-through cosmetic bag (above) is stuffed full, and it could have fit even more (everything in the bag can be seen in the rest of the pictures shown).
The Set includes:
●A stylish black mesh carry case with handle, gold tone all-around zipper
● 3 POP-UP cosmetic boxes and bases
● Lift-out, go-anywhere tray with handles
● High-quality roomy cosmetic pouch with see-through cover for easy access (10.5” x 5” x 2”)
● Stand alone, adjustable mirror (with its own travel case)
● Overall measurements 11” x 7.5” x 3”
The pop-up boxes, and the mirror, collapse flat so that they take up minimal space while traveling.
The boxes come in three different heights– making them perfect for storing a wide range of products from brushes to eye crayons and more. The feet of each of the boxes fit perfectly into the holes in the tray– therefore it is sturdy and stable.
According to Beauty & The Box,
The Beauty Traveler's unique design includes 3 pop-up cosmetic boxes that travel flat for convenience. When you get to where you are going, the boxes pop-up intuitively. Because cosmetics come in all shapes and sizes, organizers and storage solutions should adapt to the differences - one size just does not fit all. In fact, 70% of makeup items are vertical. That’s the key to The Beauty Traveler’s innovation. Each box is cleverly stair-stepped to hold mascaras, pencils, brushes, lipsticks. The boxes fit securely into a base which fits into the sturdy, go-anywhere tray, so makeup won’t wobble around or fall over. There’s additional room on the tray for lotions, foundations, eye palettes and more. The Beauty Traveler frees you up, sets you up and gets you ready for makeup in an instant. Think of The Beauty Traveler As your personal beauty counter.
Barbara Brock, the founder & Chief Executive Officer, asserts, “As a business woman, time is money and being organized is key. I could never find a truly functional cosmetics organizer that enabled me to be time efficient when I got to my destination. There is an abundance of cosmetic pouches, but only a bathroom glass for my cosmetics."
The neoprene case (shown above) is closed, and stuffed full, and yet it maintains its shape effortlessly.
Case dimensions
Premium black neoprene case with carry handle (shown below)
3 Collapsible boxes that pop up instantly (shown collapsed above left)
Compact mobile tray (shown above and below)
Overall Assessment: I travel a lot, and therefore this is perfect for me, and I love it. This is one of those ingenious products that I will use for many many years. I highly recommend it if you travel frequently, or if you are looking to find the perfect holiday gift for someone who loves to travel.
If you are seeking an affordable and durable travel bag for your toiletries, then I have just discovered one that is well worth your consideration. It is quite spacious, and in fact easily accommodates lots of full-size bottles, tubes and jars.
MelodySusie Toiletry Bag is a perfect bag for travel, and it is a total bargain at $19.99. It is surprisingly spacious, and fits lots and lots of full size bottles. Furthermore, it is sturdy, it includes a convenient removable travel strap, and a hook from which to hang it when you reach your destination.
Features:
Large Capacity: 10.6" L x 6.3" W x 11" H. Fits Full-Size bottle, suitable for family/couple or long-term travel. You can put your make-up, shampoo, soap, toothbrush, toothpaste, shaving kit and so on, all in one place. Make your travel comfortably and easily to have all your necessities in one bag
Built-in heavy duty hanging hook allows easier hanging and access on the bathroom door, shower rod or towel rack. Durable carrying handle and removable shoulder straps are convenient to carry or hung up.
Can be folded very easily and thinly when not in use. Ideal for business trip, vacation, gym, makeup, outdoors activities, picnic, bathroom organization and more.
Multiple Compartments Organizer: Compartments in various sizes make the bag functional and highly organized. Extra cushion, protect yours belongs from damage.
Elegant design, foldable and lightweight, organizing maximum toiletries. Perfect for one or two people to traveling
Durable Materials: This Toiletry Bag is made of superb quality 300D polyester materials (Durable & Lightweight, Waterproof). Anti-bacterial inner lining and water-resistant fabric will protect your personal items from the penetration of moisture or bacterial.
10.6" L x 6.3" W x 11" H
Overall Assessment: This is definitely a good deal for a very efficient travel bag. If you travel with lots of toiletries, then you might want to try out this handy bag.
If you travel frequently, whether close to home, or on the other side of the world, packing essential beauty products can be challenging. I tend to over-pack and over-estimate what I need, and frankly it can be cumbersome to carry more than you need. Lately I have been trying to take a minimalist approach to traveling, and the hardest part was eliminating all-but-the-essentials. However, I was recently introduced to the single-use individually wrapped wipes from Savvy Travelers that have enabled me to pack fewer bottles and packets. They have a variety of different types of wipes, and for just about every conceivable situation. They are compact, infinitely portable single wipes that are perfect for weekends out and about, but if you are partaking in Coachella, then they are absolutely indispensable!
Features:
Convenient travel size
Individually wrapped
Carry-on friendly & TSA compliant
Biodegradable & compostable
EPA Green Power Partner approved
FSC / Rainforest Alliance certified
Cruelty Free certified – not tested on animals
Made in California using clean, renewable solar energy
According to Savvy Travelers,
Savvy Travelers offers a no-rinse line of products that help to keep women healthy and lend a convenient collection of problem solvers for beauty and wellness needs. Savvy Travelers designer beauty wipes are curated for the "on-the-go” sophisticated savvy travelista! No water? No problem! The company offers a line of pre-packaged individual cosmetic wipes that are a savior in flight, in your car and out and about when you still want to feel clean and refreshed.
Klean Offz ($10.00 for 10 wipes from Savvy Travelers): These individually wrapped disinfecting surface cleaners are perfect to keep surfaces germ-free, wherever you are.
Take Offz ($10.00 for 10 wipes from Savvy Travelers and Nordstrom): These wonderful wipes allow you to wash your face without water. If you are on a long flight, these are great to refresh your skin.
According to Savvy Travelers,
Take Offz wipes will give you a quick and easy way to wash your face without water at the end of a long event. These wipes are a facial cleanser, toner, and moisturizer that removes waterproof and high definition stage makeup. They contain aloe vera, cucumber, vitamin E, chamomile, and botanical extracts.
Features:
Oil-free cleanser
Toner & moisturizer
Safe for all skin types
Removes waterproof makeup, oil & dirt
Includes aloe vera, cucumber, vitamin e, chamomile, marshmallow & tea plant botanical extracts
Klean Upz ($10.00 for 10 wipes from Savvy Travelers and Nordstrom): These are very convenient hand wipes that keep your hands clean and moisturized. I always carry a couple packets in my purse!
Lift Offz ($10.00 for 10 wipes from Savvy Travelers): These are individually wrapped nail polish removers.
Jet Set Kit ($15.00-$20.00 from Savvy Travelers and eBags): This set features 16 individually wrapped wipe in the following four varieties:
4 No Sweat – antiperspirant & deodorant wipes
4 In the Klear – lens, camera & screen cleaning wipes
4 Take Offz – facial cleanser, toner & moisturizer wipes
4 Speak Eazy – teeth & mouth cleansing wipes
Getaway Kit ($15.00 from Savvy Travelers): This set comes in its own reusable transparent bag that includes: 2 Klean Upz, 2 Lift Offz, 2 Take Offz, 2 Speak Eazy, 2 No Sweat and 2 Bottomz Up.
Overall Assessment: Savvy Travelers Wipes are so convenient if you travel, but I also like to carry a few of them in my work bag because they take up no space, and you never know when your hands or dirty surfaces need to be cleaned.
Finding the perfect travel bag for your skincare and makeup is difficult, and what you choose is thoroughly dependent upon the way that you travel, and which of your products are deemed necessities. If I travel by plane, I tend to streamline my picks and prefer minimal makeup and skincare in deluxe samples. When I make short distance trips by car, I often carry more given that I am not beholden to TSA compliant sizes. My most recent makeup travel bag obsession is the gorgeous handmade Hold Me Bag– Just Julie.
The Hold Me Bag - Just Julie is a stunning makeup bag that features a soft black velvet exterior and interior that is punctuated by a waterproof interior liner that is a gorgeous light blue punctuated by a white quatrefoil pattern.
On the far right there is a spacious section for makeup brushes with individually stitched sections to separate and protect each brush. It also includes a flap that folds over to add another layer of protection to all of the brushes.
In the center there is a graciously sized expandable zipper compartment that has enough space for lots and lots of makeup. It is large enough to store plenty of your favorite palettes.
At the far left is a flap with a long cord to wind around and protect the entire makeup bag.
While this is a perfect travel companion, this can likewise be used for at home storage of your most used makeup brushes and makeup, and it is beautiful enough to leave out on your vanity!
According to Hold ME,
Always just lovely. Timeless quatrefoil pattern in a small-scale cool aqua blue.
Expandable center section, "The Heart", is fully zippered. Holds makeup of various shapes and sizes, and multiple palettes. Thin, removable bottom liner can be used outside the bag or to separate palettes.
Fully opened, see everything at a glance with easy access; saves time with daily makeup routine.
Covered brush section has 12 sleeves; some hold single brushes and some multiple brushes and/or tools; protects brushes, as they stay upright, fresh and safely stored. Maximum brush length: 9".
Exterior and parts of interior made of soft black velvet fabric; interior highlights of wipe-clean laminated cotton print. Both fabrics are easy to clean and durable.
Original and largest Hold Me Bag - measures 10"H x 7"W x 2.5"D closed; extends to 22" fully opened. Original patented design. Handmade in the USA.
The interior zip compartment features a removable sleeve (Shown on the right) that adds a further level of protection to your makeup, and a generous pocket in the top flap of the zipper compartment. The entire expandable zipper compartment is lined in the beautiful blue and white quatrefoil pattern.
I places several full sized products in the expandable compartment, but there is room for a lot more.
Overall Assessment: If you are seeking an elegant way to store your favorite makeup and makeup brushes, for travel or at home use, then take a look at the gorgeous handmade Hold Me Bags– they are gorgeous and covet-worthy. Mine is a total game-changer for me!
If you are planning on traveling this holiday season, or are simply looking for wonderful gifts for the travelers in your life, then these TSA compliant skincare singles and sets are perfect travel companions from three of my very favorite skincare lines. I never travel with full-size products, whether I travel by plane or by car, but I always pack products that I love using. Refillable containers enable me to travel with my favorite products, and to refill them as needed.
Here are covet-worthy picks that I swear by:
African Botanics Wanderlust Travel Set($110.00 from African Botanics,Net-A-Porter and Cult Beauty £67.50 Reviewed here): This TSA compliant travel set of ultra-luxe skincare products is a phenomenal choice. It offers the perfect introduction to African Botanics, and the gorgeous glass containers are easily refillable. The products are perfect for all skin types, and each one is an unmitigated delight to use.
According to African Botanics,
Experience South Africa and its beauty - the colours of the earth, raw textures and rare essences in this magnificent travel set. Each cosmetic bag is handwoven by men and women of individual homesteads in rural villages in the Kasaai region of the Democratic Republic of Congo. Features a two-week introduction to our African Marula Oil Ritual. Pure Marula Cleansing Oil removes makeup, sunscreen and pollution, while the Mineral Cleansing Mask deeply cleanses and refreshes fatigued skin, providing hydration, vitamins, and energy to your cells. Cold pressed, anti-aging Pure Marula Oil hydrates, softens the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, increases skin elasticity, plumps and revitalizes your complexion. Marula Shimmering Gold Oil, light and airy in texture formulated for face, body and hair, captures and reflects the radiant splendour of glimmering African sunsets, beautifying with translucent mother of pearl minerals to illuminate skin and enhance its natural radiance.
Each of these gorgeous cosmetic bags is handwoven by men and women in rural villages in the Kasaai region of the Democratic Republic of Congo, and therefore no two are alike. Traditionally woven textiles, which are never mass produced, are made with great care and attention to detail, and these keepsakes are sure to be treasured by the recipient.
The cosmetic bag is, "a flat weave that is woven from the raffia Vinafera palm which grows wild and is endemic to the tropical region on a double heddle hand loom and takes between 3 and 4 months to weave, mostly for a few hours in the evenings after work in the fields has been done for the day. The symbols are all representative of the makers life and tells the story of birth, marriage, harvest, children, cattle and ceremonies. The purchase of this fabric supports the weavers and artisans of this age old tradition as well as the artisans who make up the finished product in South Africa."
Includes:
• African Botanics Pure Marula Oil (5ml) (Reviewed here)
• African Botanics Pure Marula Cleansing Oil (30ml) (Reviewed here)
• African Botanics Mineral Cleansing Mask (20ml) (Reviewed here)
• African Botanics Marula Shimmering Oil (30ml) (Reviewed here)
• Handwoven Cosmetic Bag from the Kasaai region of the Democratic Republic of Cong
The African Botanics Wanderlust Travel set is a sublime collection worth having. Mine lives in my travel bag where it gets plenty of love. I highly recommend this game-changing company, and their products are truly covet-worthy!
TATCHA, one of my all-time favorite skincare lines, had the brilliant idea to launch TSA Compliant Travel Sizes of their beautiful and iconic products. The sturdy refillable bottles and jars are gorgeous and definite must-haves!
INDIGO Soothing Triple Recovery Cream ($30.00 for .34 oz. from TATCHA. Reviewed here): Formulated for sensitive skin, this anti-aging moisturizer is rich in Indigo extract, Colloidal Oatmeal and Sophora Japonica extract, which calm, comfort, and restore skin's natural resiliency. Formulated with 3% Colloidal Oatmeal (the highest percentage available in a product of this kind on the market), skin is left comforted, supple and replenished. For all skin types, especially sensitive skin showing signs of rosacea, eczema, dermatitis, psoriasis or allergies. Non-comedogenic.
INDIGO Soothing Silk Hand Cream ($8.00 for .34 oz. from TATCHA. Reviewed here): Rich in anti-inflammatory Indigo, liquid Silk and Squalane, TATCHA's INDIGO Soothing Silk Hand Moisturizer Cream softens and soothes irritated skin. The stems, leaves and petals of the Indigo plant are steeped in water and fermented to make a concentrated botanical extract. Tryptanthrin and indirubin actives help reduce irritation and promote skin's natural healing abilities. The natural blue hue disappears upon application. Due to the natural botanical extract, the shade of Indigo may vary; the efficacy of the formulation remains the same. For any skin type, especially sensitive, inflamed or irritated skin consistent with symptoms of dermatitis and eczema.
INDIGO Soothing Silk Body Butter ($12.00 for 1 oz. from TATCHA. Reviewed here): Rich in anti-inflammatory Indigo, liquid Silk and Squalane, TATCHA's INDIGO Soothing Silk Body Butter softens and soothes irritated skin. The stems, leaves and petals of the Indigo plant are steeped in water and fermented to make a concentrated botanical extract. Tryptanthrin and indirubin actives help reduce irritation and promote skin's natural healing abilities. The natural blue hue disappears upon application. Due to the natural botanical extract, the shade of Indigo may vary; the efficacy of the formulation remains the same. For any skin type, especially sensitive, inflamed or irritated skin consistent with symptoms of dermatitis and eczema.
Exfoliates without harsh abrasives for effortless baby-soft skin. Functions as a 2-in-1 cleanser for those not wearing makeup. In a consumer use study, after two weeks, 90% of women agreed their skin looked smoother, brighter, and softer. Created with crushed pearl to help soften and condition skin. Non-irritating. Non-sensitizing. Ideal for normal or combination skin. Dermatologist tested.
POLISHED Gentle Rice Enzyme Powder ($15.00 for .35 oz. from TATCHA): Exfoliates without harsh abrasives for effortless baby-soft skin. Functions as a 2-in-1 cleanser for those not wearing makeup. Created with soothing licorice root. Ideal for dry skin. Non-irritating. Non-sensitizing. Dermatologist tested.
POLISHED Deep Rice Enzyme Powder ($15.00 for .35 oz. from TATCHA): Exfoliates without harsh abrasives for effortless baby-soft skin. Functions as a 2-in-1 cleanser for those not wearing makeup. Created with Dokudami to help prevent breakouts. Ideal for oily skin. Non-irritating. Non-sensitizing. Dermatologist tested.
INDIGO Soothing Rice Enzyme Powder ($15.00 for .35 oz. from TATCHA. Reviewed here): A water-activated enzyme powder of rice bran, indigo extract, colloidal oatmeal + HADASEI-3 Bioactive Complex. Reveals skin's natural gleam. Exfoliates very gently, without harsh abrasives for effortless baby-soft skin. Functions as a 2-in-1 cleanser for those not wearing makeup. For sensitive skin, created with colloidal oatmeal to help soothe easily irritated and inflammed skin. Non-irritating. Non-sensitizing. Dermatologist tested.
GOLD Camellia Beauty Oil ($33.00 for 0.34 oz. from TATCHA. Reviewed here): A light and rich beauty oil for face, hair and body. Infused Licorice Root Extract gently calms skin, while young Bamboo and Green Tea fragrances offer transport to a Kyoto countryside. Camellia Oil and Squalane nourish skin and seal in moisture, while 24-karat gold flake gives skin a sensual glow. Ideal for all skin types.
PURE One Step Camellia Cleansing Oil ($12.00 for 0.8 oz. from TATCHA. Reviewed here): A beautiful blend of camellia and rice bran oils. Melts away even waterproof makeup leaving skin fresh and pure. Does not contain mineral oil. No double cleansing required. For all skin types. Non-irritating. Non-sensitizing. Dermatologist tested.
AGELESS Revitalizing Eye Cream ($29.00 for 0.1 oz. from TATCHA. Reviewed here): An intensive eye cream with deep anti-aging properties. Our Revitalizing Eye Cream nourishes and purifies skin, resulting in a decreased appearance of puffiness, dark circles and eye spots. The effective formula harnesses proven ingredients that work in harmony to promote microcirculation, preventing and reversing the signs of premature aging. Ideal for all skin types.
SUPPLE Moisture Rich Silk Cream ($33.00 for .34 oz. from TATCHA. Reviewed here): Luxurious yet weightless feeling gel-cream of liquid silk, squalane, royal jelly + HADASEI-3 Bioactive Complex. Long-lasting anti-aging moisturizer without heavy oils. Ideal for oily and normal/combination skin. Non-irritating. Non-sensitizing.
RADIANT Deep Brightening Serum ($39.00 for 0.34 oz. from TATCHA. Reviewed here): A brightening serum of time-tested Asian botanicals + HADASEI-3 Bioactive Complex for radiant looking skin. Hydrates while making the skin appear more luminous. All Skin Types. Non-irritating. Non-sensitizing. Dermatologist tested.
LUMINOUS Deep Hydration Firming Serum ($33.00 for 0.34 oz. from TATCHA): A deeply hydrating blend of Okinawa red algae and hyaluronic acid to soothe and firm skin in need of hydration. 23-karat gold lends skin a lit-from-within look, without adding shimmer to the face. All skin types. Non-irritating. Non-sensitizing. Dermatologist tested.
LUMINOUS Dewy Skin Mist ($15.00 for 0.4 oz. from TATCHA. Reviewed here): A silky liquid spray on moisturizer of Squalane, Red Algae and our HADASEI-3 complex can be misted for a boost of soothing hydration, resulting in dewy, luminous skin anytime, anywhere. This milky emulsion contains moisturizers and humectants leaving skin rehydrated. Does not contain high levels of alcohol and fragrance found in conventional hydrating sprays, which can dry out the skin. Ideal for dry and combination skin.
AGELESS Enriching Renewal Cream ($39.00 for 0.34 oz. from TATCHA. Reviewed here): Our intensive renewal cream provides deep anti-aging benefits and promotes microcirculation to reduce age spots and renew appearance. The effective formula harnesses proven ingredients that work in harmony to promote microcirculation, preventing and reversing the signs of premature aging. Ideal for dry skin.
PETAL FRESH Original Aburatorigami ($12.00 for 30 Sheets from TATCHA. Reviewed here): All-natural leaflet blotting sheets which absorb excess oil without disturbing makeup for petal fresh skin anytime, anywhere. Will not steal moisture from the skin or disturb makeup. Powder-free. Fragrance-free. Pulp-free. All skin types.
SILKEN Pore Perfecting Sunscreen ($13.00 from TATCHA. Reviewed here): Inspired by the geisha's iconic makeup, we created this invisible, lightweight sunscreen to perfect and protect skin, making it an elegant, everyday essential. Provides broad spectrum protection against harmful UVA and UVB rays. Non-greasy formula tightens pores, perfect as a primer for makeup. All skin-types. Non-comedogenic. Does not contain mineral oil, aminobenzoic acid, homosalate, oxybenzone or octinoxate.
Includes: Carrot Butter Cleanser (10 ml), Herbal Toner (10 ml), Antioxidant Face Gel (5 ml. Reviewed here), Antioxidant Face Firming Serum (5 ml. Reviewed here), Double Rose Rejuvenating Face Cream (10 ml), Organic Muslin Cloth (full size)
Overall Assessment: I never travel without a selection of these gems, and simply cannot recommend them highly enough. Trying travel sizes is also a wonderful way to sample these luxury skincare brands before committing to full size purchases. Perfect gifts for yourself and the people with a penchant for high quality skincare on your holiday gift list.
What are your favorite skincare products to travel with? Do you carry full size products, or travel sizes?
