Small-sized beauty products that can really deliver are an essential part of any travel kit, especially since we’re smack dab in the middle of summer and prime vacation time. Whether on a road trip or a long haul flight, these travel friendly beauty gems will keep you looking and feeling fresh from door to door.

1. bliss lemon+sage body butter, $6, available at Sephora: Travel can often make your hands feel dry and dull, so slathering on this rich and fresh scented lotion will bring both your hands and senses back to life.

2. Ole Henriksen Truth To Go Wipes, $15, available at Sephora: Spending an extended period of time in a car or plane can make us feel grimy so I love using these wipes to freshen up my makeup, hands and even feet!

3. Laura Mercier Flawless Face Kit, $65, available at Sephora: This little kit contains everything you need to arrive to your destination looking flawless including a concealer, primer, tinted moisturizer and various tools to touch-up any travel mishaps.

4. Bumble and Bumble Hair Powder, $19, available at Sephora: Bring the life back to your tresses with a dry shampoo. This tinted hair powder absorbs excess oil and gives you that “just washed” look and feel while bringing extra volume to the roots; instant polish!

By: Erin Gerlach of thesparkle.net, Vancouver

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