Fashion & Style

15 Spring Break Beauty Heroes To Pack for Your Next Vacay

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From mini makeup must-haves to travel-size skincare.

By
Lauren Knowles

Date March 3, 2023

Since we entered the month of March, all we can seem to think about is jetting off to the tropics — and indulging in a little spring break beauty retail therapy in preparation, of course. When taking trips around this time of year, it feels necessary to refresh our makeup kits with sun-kissed shades and SPF-packed products — so long as they’re travel-proof.

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Frequent flyers will know that packing beauty items for a sunny escape requires precise planning and smart thinking, so as to avoid storage struggles and having our precious liquids swiped away at the security check-in. Whether you’re planning a getaway for *actual* spring break or just have travel plans in your future, we’ve rounded up 15 carry-on-approved beauty essentials you’ll need for your upcoming voyage.

Browse the gallery below for our best spring break beauty buys, from mini makeup must-haves like waterproof mascara and travel-size skincare to an unreal hydrating body glow oil.

Sigma Beauty

Essential Trio Light Pink Travel Size Brush Set

($29, Sigma Beauty)

Exchange your usual bunch of makeup brushes for this synthetic bristle travel trio.

Supergoop!

Get your glow on with this luminous Supergoop! sunscreen packed with SPF 40 to keep your skin protected all day long.

Glossier

“Mango” Balm Dotcom Lip Balm and Skin Salve

($18, Glossier)

Glossier’s Balm Dotcom doubles as a hydrating lip balm and skin salve, plus the mango shade smells like the tropics and has a light peach tint so you can leave your lipsticks at home.

La Roche-Posay

Anthelios Mineral One SPF 50+ Tinted Face Sunscreen

($37.95, La Roche-Posay)

Want to even out your complexion without the heaviness of a traditional foundation? Shop one of five shades from La Roche-Posay’s tinted sunscreen lineup.

e.l.f Cosmetics

You can never go wrong with a neutral eye look, and this mini quad has just the right balance of matte and shimmer for spring break glam.

REFY

“Citrine” Cream Blush

($26, REFY)

Give your cheeks a sun-kissed glow with this burnt orange cream blush.

Too Faced

Better Than Sex Waterproof Mascara

($21, Too Faced)

What’s a vacation without a little waterproof mascara? The cult fave is available in a mini waterproof formula, and is an absolute essential.

Drunk Elephant

Keep your skin in check with this cleansing and exfoliating bar duo. It’s convenient to pack and you don’t have to worry about any spillage.

Rare Beauty

Packing multipurpose products is a must when travelling — so it’s a good thing this mini Rare Beauty mist is a four-in-one skin hydrator, makeup primer, setting spray and refresher.

Patrick Ta

“A Moment” Mini Major Glow Body Oil

($32, Patrick Ta)

For a day of poolside lounging, lather your body in the travel edition of this illuminating oil.

Sol de Janeiro

Mini Brazilian Crush Cheirosa ’68 Beija Flor™ Hair & Body Fragrance Mist

($31, Sol de Janeiro)

A TSA-approved fragrance is a must for any trip abroad, and our spring break pick is this Brazilian jasmine and vanilla-scented hair and body mist.

Make Up For Ever

To wash away the day’s buildup of salt, sun, and makeup, reach for this new waterproof eye and lip makeup remover.

MakeUp Eraser

Bring this washable mini MakeUp Eraser on your trip for a more sustainable alternative to wasteful makeup wipes.

Briogeo

Be Gentle, Be Kind™ Aloe + Oat Milk Ultra Soothing 3-in-1 Cleansing Bar

($33, Briogeo)

If you’re tight on space, try packing this soothing shampoo bar that doubles as a face and body cleanser.

Oribe

Hair Alchemy Resilience Conditioner – Travel

($21, Oribe)

Can’t bear to part with your high-end haircare? Take this travel-size tube of Oribe’s new Hair Alchemy Resilience conditioner along to keep your tresses smooth and strong.