Summer is officially coming to an end and it’s back to work or school for most of us. Heart-breaking, I know. Just because travel season is over doesn’t mean you can’t plan a short vacay of your own during the weekend or indulge in a little staycation. The public holiday next week for Al Hijri (Islamic New Year) also falls right into place if you want to escape for a little while.

If you’re anything like me, then you probably get tearful when you have to leave behind your favourite beauty products just because there is no space to cram more stuff into your suitcase. I’m guessing we’ve all been there. Why bid a sad goodbye to your fav makeup and skincare products when you can bring them along with you? Here’s a list of our top picks of travel sized beauty products, from mini hair care essentials to travel-ready makeup, and skin care sets, we’ve got your travel needs covered.

1. Starskin Coco-Nuts Nourishing Hot Oil Hair Mask 

                                                Travel Sized Beauty Products - Starskin Coco-Nuts Nourishing Hot Oil Hair Mask

Unfortunately, holidays are usually when your hair starts acting up. The humidity, heat and airplane air doesn’t help either. This hot oil hair mask is a great pick-me up if you need a quick hair treatment to nourish your tresses and want your hair to smell like a tropical island.

Sephora, Dhs52

2. Little M-A-C 

         Travel Sized Lipsticks - Little Mac

Carrying multiple lipsticks on your holiday is honestly a headache of it’s own. Spare the trouble by carrying one or a few of M.A.C’S 10 bestselling lipstick shades in their mini sizes which are great for just throwing into your travel bag. You can never go wrong with an iconic MAC lipstick and will always have a new shade to pucker up for every day of the holiday.

M.A.C, Dhs49

3. NYX Professional Makeup Jet Set Travel Kit – Matte VS Glow 

                            NYX Professional Makeup Jet Set Travel Kit – Matte VS Glow

Skip your usual (and heavy) highlighters and setting powders and opt for something light from NYX instead. Several esstentials include the Matte Setting Spray, Pore Filler, Liquid Illuminator, Control Freak Eyebrow Gel, High Definition Finishing Powder, Lip Lingerie, and the #THISISEVERYTHING Lip Balm. You can thank us later. 

LookFantastic Dhs123

4. Urban Decay – All Nighter Long Lasting Makeup Setting Spray – Travel Size 

                                Travel Sized Beauty Products - Urban Decay - All Nighter Long Lasting Makeup Setting Spray

If you’re travelling someplace hot, then this mini setting spray will be a lifesaver. This iconic setting spray will keep your makeup from melting away in the sweltering heat. Did I mention that it also weighs almost nothing? Trust me, your makeup and your suitcase will thank you later. Mist your troubles away!

Sephora , Dhs62

5. Clinique – 3 Step Introduction Kit Skin Type 3 

        Travel Sized Beauty Products - Clinique – 3 Step Introduction Kit

Your skin tends to go a little crazy while traveling. Worry not, it happens to the best of us. This set is perfect for anyone who’s worried about their skin breaking or drying out while travelling and wanting to take care of it with a skincare routine that’s easy to use and light on the carry on. Available in three different skin types, the pack, which includes a mild face soap, lotion and moisturizer, is sure to get you that clear and radiant skin you’ve always wanted. 

Ounass, Dhs140

6. Too Faced Better Than Love Waterproof Mascara – Travel Size

Travel Sized Beauty Products - Too Faced Better Than Love Waterproof Mascara

This mini mascara does an excellent job of taking care of your goregous lashes. After one coat, your lashes will look plumper, longer and curled. Nice. If you’re hitting the beach, this makes for the perfect carry-on as it’s sweat and water proof. We’ll you to decide if the mascara is better than love, though. 

Sephora, Dhs47

7. Bioderma – Sensibio H2O Cleanser Clear 100 ml 

Travel Sized Beauty Products - Bioderma Sensibio H2O Cleanser Clear 100 ml

The struggle of carrying micellar water on a trip is real. French fav, Bioderma, however, has graced our holidays with a travel friendly version of it’s cult favourite micellar water that is easy on the face and our travel bags. The soothing cleanser wipes away all your makeup as well as any dirt or grime in one rinse.

Noon, Dhs39

8. Origins – Original Skin Retexturizing Mask with Rose Clay – Travel Size

                                                                        Travel Sized Beauty Products - Origins Original Skin™ Retexturizing Mask with Rose Clay

Who doesn’t want glowing skin, especially when you’re on holiday and want to click cute pics?  Ditch the spa and treat your skin right from the comfort of your own room and get that glow on in an instant with this multitasking mask. Not only does it deep cleanse your skin, it also refines and purifies it, leaving your face fresh, smooth and relaxed.

Sephora, Dhs73