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7. 9 Hottest Makeup Essentials to Pack for your Summer Vacation

Sweat-proof your glam!

The countdown to your summer holiday has begun — tickets booked, outfits planned, itinerary saved (twice). But before you zip up that suitcase, let’s talk BEAUTY. As someone who’s made the mistake of overpacking everything except the right makeup, we can confirm: your vacation glam deserves better. Whether you’re island-hopping, city-strolling, or just soaking up the sun poolside, your makeup bag should work just as hard as your SPF.

From creamy blush sticks that double as lip colour to featherlight foundations that won’t melt in the heat— here’s a curated list of vacation-approved essentials that will have you glowing on the go and in every snap!

1. Max Factor Facefinity Compact Foundation

When the heat is on, flawless skin shouldn't sweat. Say hello to Max Factor Facefinity Compact Foundation, your ultimate summer saviour for a mattified, long-lasting look with an SPF 20 formula. This formula is weightless on the skin and gives you a medium coverage. This is a vegan, paraben & fragrance-free product.

2. Marble Blush by KOE Beauty

How much makeup is too much makeup? Honestly, never enough! But when you're travelling, packing your entire beauty arsenal just isn’t practical. That’s where KOE Beauty’s Marble Blush steps in. This clever compact combines blush and highlighter in one and the cream-to-powder formula melts into the skin, letting you build from a subtle flush to a statement shimmer. Lightweight and perfectly sized for your handbag, it’s your go-to for quick touch-ups.

3. Power Plush Longwear Foundation by Kylie Cosmetics

When you're on vacation, comfort and longevity are key — and the Power Plush Longwear Foundation is your skin’s new best friend. This hydrating, skin-smoothing formula offers medium, buildable coverage and up to 12 hours of flawless wear. Featherlight and breathable, it not only melts into the skin but also has skincare benefits. It blurs fine lines, pores, and texture with ease and gives you a perfectly balanced satin glow.

4. Rare Beauty Soft Pinch Liquid Contour

A true vacation MVP, the Rare Beauty Liquid Contour, available in seven different shades, is your shortcut to a sculpted, sun-kissed look without the bulk of a contour palette. This weightless, easy-to-blend formula lets you define and enhance your natural features with just a few dots.  It melts seamlessly into the skin for a soft, lifted finish that never looks cakey or greasy, making it perfect for hot, humid days.

5. PLUM BODY LOVIN' Perfume

Oh-So-Pistachio is your perfect travel partner! The dreamy, nutty concoction lingers and leaves a lasting impression and its long-lasting formula ensures the sweet, nutty twist stays vibrant throughout the day, while the warm, rich base notes add depth and complexity. Vegan and cruelty-free, this fragrance is packaged in a sleek, travel-friendly bottle.

6. Etude House Color Lasting Glow Stick

Turn up the heat with the ETUDE HOUSE Colour Lasting Glow Stick — your lips' ultimate summer fling. This juicy, dewy balm packs a punch of vivid colour with a glossy finish that says vacay mode: on. Enriched with vitamin E, glycerin, and pomegranate extract, it keeps your pout plush and hydrated while staying put through sun, sangria, and seaside selfies.

7. Diam Beauty Mini Glass Tint Balm 

This small but mighty balm retains all the features you love – high shine, intense hydration, and buildable pigment. Formulated with a powerhouse blend of raspberry, strawberry, mango, peach, and aloe vera, it deeply nourishes, softens, and locks in moisture, keeping your lips feeling as good as they look.

8. Simply Nam Kajal

For a look when you want impact without the effort, the Metallic Blue Kajal by Simply Naam brings all the drama and is a great choice if you are looking for a trendy eye make-up look! Whether you're winging it, smudging it, or going graphic, its bold, high-impact colour instantly elevates any look. The best part? It’s sweat-resistant and water-resistant, and did we mention you get seven times more product than your average kajal?

9. Defi Beauty Blush Sticks

The secret to great travel makeup is simple: products that do the heavy lifting but feel light on your skin. The Butter Blush Stick fits that bill perfectly. It’s creamy, blends beautifully, and somehow manages to last all day without disappearing into thin air. You will love how it gives you a  fresh, natural flush. And it’s not just a pretty pop of colour — enriched with skin-loving ingredients, it also hydrates your skin.

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