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Makeup Wars, Travel Makeup

This week’s Makeup Wars is pretty relevant to me since I am traveling to Texas as I write it. What do I pack for a weekend away? See below! Also, for information on air travel with makeup in your carry on bags, see my previous article: Flying With Makeup in Your Carryon.

Beauty Blogger Packing
 

Purely Pro Cosmetics, which I will be reviewing soon, sent me some samples in what turned out to be a great travel bag. So I am using that for this trip.

Purely Pro Cosmetics Travel Bag

The bag folds out to reveal a number of pockets and holders, and it has a hook for hanging.

Purely Pro Cosmetics Bag

For makeup, I almost always travel with this Laura Mercier palette. It is no longer available, but Laura Mercier tends to have something similar out at any given time. I love this one because it has neutral shadows for day or evening looks, eye liner, cheek color, bronzer, and highlighter.

Laura Mercier Makeup Palette

For the rest of my makeup, I have a Nars tinted moisturizer, Make Up For Ever Duo Mat Powder Foundation, a powder blush, and a variety of lip products. I usually grab one lip crayon one or two lipsticks and a gloss. Here I happen to have a Sonia Kashuk lipstick and gloss combo for that. I also always have a lip balm in there. Then, I add just a couple of brushes (here I have 2 Dara Z eye brushes and a MAC blush brush), a makeup sponge, and an eyelash curler. I have a sample size mascara here that I am trying to use up and a new Maybelline Lash Blast Length mascara that I am testing (and am not a big fan of so far, review coming soon) .

Travel Makeup

For makeup removal and skin care, I normally pack samples. On this trip, I remembered that MAC, way back, sent me some of their travel items. You can still get these as far as I know. They are nice basic items for travel, although the set includes Strobe Cream, which breaks me out something terrible, so I left that at home.

MAC to go Travel Set

I had done a glitter bomb manicure the day before I left and I knew that it wouldn’t last the whole trip without chipping, so I also packed these Cutex nail polish remover pads. Having once had polish remover leak in my luggage, I love these for travel. That won’t ever happen to me again!

Cutex nail polish remover pads

The box and my other toiletries fit nicely in the middle pocket of the bag.

Traveling with Makeup

And, I am ready to go!

Want to see what other beauty bloggers take when they travel? Click on through below to see!

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The 10 Greatest Places on Earth to Shop

If you love to shop, you will love visiting various countries and cities in search of a bargain. From beautiful designer clothes to jewelry, handbags and shoes, the chain and boutique stores all over the world offer every woman a chance to shop until she drops.

Champs-Elysees, Paris

Paris is known for its designer shops and the beautiful street of Champs-Elysees is where you will find the big names such as Dior, Channel, Gauthier and a selection of boutique stores where you can buy just about anything. After a day of retail therapy and your arms overflowing with shopping bags, sit down at one of the coffee shops and watch as the shoppers bustle past.

If you prefer, head to the Champs-Elysees Day Spa for some European pampering; a picturesque setting to unwind and relax after a day of retail therapy.

Rodeo Drive, Beverley Hills

 

This famous Beverley Hills shopping stretch is where you will bump into the celebrities out shopping for a new wardrobe or something for the home. This street is by no means cheap, but they offer a superior selection of fashion and other items in their boutique and chain stores. It’s an experience, even if you prefer to just do some window shopping.

The day spa at the Luxe Hotel in Rodeo Drive is the perfect place to relax with massages and facials at this world famous spa. Take advantage of living well packages or enjoy the skin and body treatments on offer; just what you need after a hard day shopping.

New York

 

New York is considered the fashion capital of America and when in the area, you must head down to 5th Avenue where you can enjoy a selection of shops that offer you everything your heart desires from designer clothing to handbags and beautiful shoes.

While shopping on 5th avenue, stop at the day spa set between 5th and 6th avenues for a few hours of hydro treatments, massages and facials. An ideal way to spoil yourself while out and about in New York.

Moscow

 

Moscow has become big when it comes to fashion. They have huge malls with awe-inspiring architecture, filled with boutique stores offering fashion, accessories and home décor.

Vietnam

 

If you are after a bargain, then Vietnam is where you need to go for your next shopping spree. Vietnam is filled with clothing stores at bargain prices. These colorful shops offer you a range of well-known name brands at a fraction of the cost.

Vietnam also has no shortage of Asian Spas. The day spas here offer detoxification treatments, stress management programs, facials, massages and skin treatments; a wonderful way to spoil yourself while holidaying in Vietnam.

Hong Kong

 

Walking around Hong Kong is like walking around a technology section of a department store. They are very technology orientated and their shops are lined up and jam packed with the latest gadgets, tablet pc, mobile phones and accessories and all at affordable prices.

While your partner enjoys the technological stores in Hong Kong you can head off to one of the many day spas where you can spend an afternoon relaxing and indulging in aromatherapy, reiki, facials, body wraps and body scrubs. Other treatments available at these spas include food and hand treatments and a few hours in a relaxing and detoxifying steam room.

Thailand

Bangkok in Thailand is a shopper’s paradise with designer brands such as Armani at affordable prices. Be sure to check the labels carefully because there are lots of knock-offs of your favorite brands. You will love the bargaining and bartering over the price and when you walk away with a bargain you will love the feeling of achievement that overwhelms you.

Thailand has some of the most beautiful day spas, perfect for relaxing during your stay. Unwind surrounded by tropical trees and gardens as you enjoy the pampering you receive with everything from facials and massages to aromatherapy treatments and body wraps.

Buenos Aires

Buenos Aires is filled with chain and boutique stores in the Downtown area. This area is popular for high quality leather goods so if you’re after a new pair of shoes or a stylish handbag, this is where you need to shop. Find all leather goods at fantastic prices at the many shops that line the streets of Downtown Buenos Aires.

Indulge yourself while in Buenos Aires with a trip to a day spa. Some of these spas offer different treatments such as chocolate facial masks, skin peel and cellulite treatments. Feel glamorous and beautiful as you step out the spa and start your day of shopping in the Downtown area.

Copenhagen

 

The Danish capital has increased in popularity for shopping with local and international designers having beautiful stores throughout the area. You can buy anything here from home décor to stunning fashion. Buy some of your favorite brand names such as Prada and Chanel.

Denmark is filled with superior day spas where you can enjoy some relaxation while being pampered as you should be. Take some time out from shopping to experience these fantastic wellness centers available throughout the area.

Marrakech

Now you may not have considered Marrakech as one of the greatest places in the world to shop. But lining their cobbled streets are loads of stores that offer everything from jewelry to fashion and perfumes. The shopping here is an experience with bargaining taking place at every store.

Marrakech is famous for its steam bath treatments, so while out shopping be sure to stop in at one of the many day spas to experience this rejuvenating treatment that leaves your skin feeling soft and you feeling like a princess.

About the Author: This luxurious list of some of the greatest places on earth to shop was brought to by Ladbrokes.com.

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Spa Destinations–New Year, New You

Spa Destinations

 

New Year

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Want to get away from it all and face the New Year with renewed energy and focus? Looking for the ultimate spa retreat for a post-holiday pound reduction? Are you tired of the hamster wheel of life and the never-ending cycle of holiday parties?

Magnificently Mexican

Mexico spa

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The best way to face the New Year may be nestling on the pristine beaches of Puerto Vallarta. The Casa Velas Hotel Boutique is an adults-only spa and retreat, offering personalised spa treatments in Zen tranquillity. Separate women and men’s treatment areas. Vitamin treatments, massage, chakra balancing and even electromagnetic mud massage using diamond dust to remove all forms of electromagnetic pollution from your body. The focus is on rejuvenation, and refreshing holistic treatments and personal service. Visitors return every year for a break and a chance to unwind.

mexico dolphin

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Holistic Hong Kong

Hong Kong spa

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The Landmark Mandarin Oriental combines modern elegance and exotic Eastern healing techniques. The spa caters to people who are on the go, and want the chance to relax, unwind and indulge in the sensual secrets of the east with an emphasis on using heat, water and the most up to date techniques and methods of treatment. Try Ashtanga Yoga or the deeply relaxing relaxation lounge for a truly remarkable experience. "Cool, calm and chic……. It is where the tired, travelled-out, over-shopped and overworked go for respite. Beautifully understated design”. Vanity Fair on Travel, April 2010

Brazilian Beauty

Brazil spa

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In Brazil, the emphasis is on feeling and looking great all the time. Everyone knows Rio de Janeiro and Sao Paulo, but one of the best spas in Brazil is the Salinas Beach and Spa Resort, in Bahia. This is the perfect destination if you want to focus on beauty treatments, sunshine and some sexy samba in Salvador. People rave about the treatments, the personal attention and the attention to everything beautiful.

Tempting Thailand

Thailand spa

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Thailand has a worldwide reputation for spa resorts. For a traditional experience that takes you away from the tourist beaches of Phuket and into the world of true wellness and diet detox, the Kamalaya Koh Samui Wellness Sanctuary is the very best in individual detox programmes and diet advice. A Buddhist monk cave for true contemplation or an energetic fitness plan. The focus of this Thai spa is on the individual and setting up a wellness programme that will last your whole life. With specialised treatments for adrenal burnout and lectures from visiting wellness gurus, this spa is rated by visitors as one of the best in the world.

Snake Spa

snake spa

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Rejuvenation and not a small portion of courage are needed to handle the Snake Spa in Israel. Lie in silence while non-venomous snakes softly smooth away the stresses and strains of modern life.

Intensely Indian

Indian spa

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Spas in India combine western traditional spa treatments with the chance to really discover your inner sanctuary. Whether it’s a traditional Ashram or a modern holistic wellness treatment, you’ll find the Ananda Spa resort close to Haridwar and Rishikesh, which is nestled in the foothills of the Himalayas. Offering pampering and silent meditation, including Ayurvedic massage and consultations. This is a destination that places you into solitude and makes sure that you get away from everything you know, allowing you to embrace your inner beauty to emerge completely rejuvenated.

“Thank you for a week of healing and bliss ! Even in the monsoon, a most magical place in this world!”

Ssssh! I’m at a Spa Retreat

banharan hot springs

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The Banjaran Hotsprings retreat in Ipoh has a strict no-talking policy. You can check you BlackBerry at the door and forget about Wi-Fi access. If you want to get away, you need to go within to reveal the secrets of silence.

Getting away to a spa is not just about dieting and detox programs. Modern spas take a holistic approach to healing, sanctuary and letting you make healthy, and long-lasting changes to your lifestyle.

This guide was carefully put together on behalf of Hotel Club; where you can find and book relaxing hotels in Hong Kong.

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