We unravel the facts about sensitive skin
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Make-up to go
Keep luggage light and packing stress-free with mini and multi-purpose hair and beauty goodies that will have you looking good both on the road and on the beach
Streetwise skincare
The day before your trip, head for a department store and stockpile mini versions of your favourite skincare products. Most shops have them and will be happy to hand them over. If you have a lengthy drive ahead, put two drops of basil oil in your bath or on a cloth and rub over your body to sharpen concentration and increase alertness.
Once on the road, cleanse skin and remove eye make-up in a flash with cleansing wipes, which are also great for freshening up when you're feeling hot and sticky. Ditch the aerosol and slip a dinky deodorant into your bag or pocket. Try Nivea Deo Compact (£2.49, 20ml).
Need to exfoliate? If you're stopping off at the beach you'll have a natural exfoliator at your fingertips; handfuls of sand mixed with sea water and applied to skin in gentle, circular motions will soften and smooth dry areas.
Keep skin hydrated and glowing by using a body moisturiser with a low level of self-tanning ingredient. Everyone's doing these at the moment but we especially like Soltan Progressive Tan Body Lotion (£6.99, 200ml), and the deliciously scented Garnier Summerbody Moisturising Lotion Sun-Kissed Look (£4.99, 250ml). Hair serum is not only good for taming frizzy locks, it can also be used as a body oil. Rub a couple of drops between your palms and smooth over shoulders and shins for a glamorous sheen.
Directional Hair care
Look for leave-in conditioners and hairsprays containing UV filters, as these will double up as sun protection for your hair. Try the handy Andrew Collinge Perfect Endings Essential Moisture Leave-In Conditioner (£4.49). Leave-in conditioner is also a great smoothing agent and helps tame unruly locks. If hair is coloured or dehydrated and you run out of protective product, maximise damage limitation by slipping on a hat or head scarf.
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