The travel edit: best beauty minis & products to stow, 2023
Here's the travel edit for 2023. We reveal the best DIY spa-ing products that you can take. These beauty ‘mini-me’s’ maybe tiny, and fit perfectly into an overnighter – but they pack a powerful punch too for the ultimate in self-care on the go.
Our editor's top picks...
Neom Travel Candle, £19
This take-anywhere candle is small in size, but will add ambiance and aromatherapy benefits to your space. 95% of users felt calmer and less stressed after testing. Plus they are 100% natural, ethically sourced and finely crafted in Britain. The brand has a whole travel section with brilliant plane-friendly balms, 100ml hand creams and 5ml sleep-inducing essentials here
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Aromatherapy Associates Miniature Bath & Shower Oil Collection, £45
These might be tiny, weighing in at only 3ml, but they pack a pretty powerful punch. Just add one vial to a running bath, or massage into torso during the shower – breathe in deeply, hold for 4 seconds and exhale to be relaxed or energised - whatever your mood these are a brilliant addition to your beauty bag.
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Elemis Travel Cellular Recovery Skin Bliss Capsules, £24
The aromatic essential oils enhance feelings of well being and relaxation, along with the added gratification of glowing skin afterward. Try the Rose formula in the morning and Lavender capsule at night, along with a little self-massage around the face and neck. Plus, they come in a handy 14-day pack for £24.
Addition Studio Bath Brew in Deep Sea or River Stone, £10
There’s always time for a restorative cuppa. However, these are designed to be dunked in the bath, rather than your bone china. The tea bag contains Dead Sea and Epsom salts, organic essential oils of lavender, geranium, and seaweed.
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Verso Reviving Eye Mask, £45
Sheet masks and individual sachets are everywhere, but these are clinically proven to work. The eye msks include retinol, so means the rejuvenating effect is both instant and long-term.
Dior Le Baume, £50
A portable soothing balm that can be used on lips, face & body. It's extremely comforting, soothing and the best bit? Doesn't weigh your bag down.
Etto Australian Aid The Pure Oil Dry Spray, £26.40
The ultimate multi-purpose spray: use as an insect repellent or the anti-bacterial qualities mean it's great to use on hands when you're on the road. Plus, it smells so divine people are spraying themselves and their spaces. Get a whiff of it here...
More of our favourite travel-friendly beauty picks...
CAUDALIE BEAUTY ELIXIR, £15
A powerful plant-based face mist (that smells like a spa) for a dash of hydration through the day.
JVN HAIR COMPLETE CONDITIONING MIST, £10
A multi-tasking mist for wet or dry hair.
TOM FORD Neroli Portofino - Travel Spray 10ml, £63
The perfect unisex summer scent in a convenient travel size with case.
SUPERGOOP! GLOW STICK SPF 50, £22
A glow-giving SPF in a convenient stick.
CHANEL LES BEIGES, HEALTHY GLOW BRONZING CREAM - TRAVEL SIZE, £37
Chanel's hugely popular creamy bronzer, now in a convenient travel size to pop in your beach bag.
SUSTEAU, MOONDUST MINI HAIR WASH SHAMPOO, £10
A powder-to-lather shampoo for on-the-go washes (a little goes a long way).
