Why does no one talk about how difficult it is to stick to your skincare routine when you travel? Bulky packaging and complicated multi-step regimens can tempt even the most dedicated beauty people to slack off when they're on the road. But we all want radiant, clear skin for our upcoming spring travel, and as your local beauty editor and skincare aficionado, I have created the perfect solution for this problem: a TSA-approved travel skincare edit.
To start, I recommend packing a few mini sizes of the essentials: cleanser, targeted serum, hydrating moisturizer, and most importantly, SPF. Nordstrom has every top-tier, travel-friendly skincare essential you could imagine, and it also has all the extras you need, including self-tanners, body mists, and more. (Psst: You can get a complimentary travel-size product from Lancôme, Dior, Clé de Peau Beauté, and more brands with Nordstrom's Gift with Purchase, while supplies last.)
Ready to build out your routine? Keep scrolling to shop the products I recommend for gorgeous, glowing skin on all your spring getaways.
Achieve a coveted glass-like glow with this gem from Charlotte Tilbury. This latest launch from the celeb-favorite brand features tranexamic acid and vitamin C, two hero ingredients that tackle dark spots, redness, and hyperpigmentation. If you're looking for a serum that packs a punch, this one is it.
This just-launched sunscreen from celeb-favorite skincare brand Augustinus Bader will be the star of your summer skincare routine. This product's mineral formula not only protects your skin, but also leaves a luminous glow.
Once you try a sunscreen fluid, you'll never want to go back. This gem from prestige skincare brand La Mer has an ultra-luxe, silky texture that I'm in love with. It's well worth the investment.
Westman Atelier—founded by editorial makeup artist Gucci Westman—never misses, and these bronzing drops are no exception. They're like sunshine in a bottle. The weightless formula gives your complexion a warm, healthy glow and hydrated, demi-matte finish. It's the best way to add a little color without the sun damage.
A sheer sunscreen stick is the most convenient way to reapply your SPF throughout the day. This one goes on clear, providing an invisible protective veil over your skin. It's perfect to throw in your purse and go.
Get a golden-hour glow with this celeb-approved trio of tanning essentials. It includes the Self Tan Express Mousse, the Velvet Applicator Mitt, and the Purity Face Mist for head-to-toe radiance.
Your body deserves a serum, too. With five molecular weights of hyaluronic acid, this serum boosts your skin's hydration by over 150%, giving you next-level dewiness.
Italian summer glow, coming right up. In addition to the immaculate golden tan these drops give, they have moisturizing ingredients such as macadamia oil, sodium hyaluronate, and squalane. Bonus: You can use them on your face and body.
If you haven't already, it's time to try out this cult-loved sunscreen. With its clear gel texture, you'd never guess it has SPF 50. I'll be stocking up on this before summer.
Meet the hardest-working sunscreen you'll ever own. The formula has UV filters that shield against sun damage and collagen peptides that correct early signs of aging. Apply this daily and you'll have radiant, smooth, and protected skin all spring and summer long.
A glistening gold body oil is the perfect finishing touch for your décolletage and arms. This silky, lightweight oil deeply hydrates while the gold flecks catch the light and enhance your glow. Oh, and did I mention it smells divine?
You probably know Oribe for its haircare, but don't sleep on its bodycare. This indulgent, rich cream nourishes with almond and starflower oils and fits perfectly in your purse or carry-on.
Need a 20-minute glow-up? This mask will do the trick. Its blend of vitamins, lipids, and peptides helps to instantly hydrate, plump, and illuminate your skin.
Need a signature scent for summer? I'm currently swooning over this fresh coconut scent. It's like a vacation in a bottle.
If I could take one fragrance with me on a trip, it would be this beautifully multidimensional vanilla. The notes of pink pepper, rich cashmere, and cozy sandalwood are simply delicious.
This lightweight moisturizer is like a tall glass of water for your complexion, drenching your skin in hydrating ingredients such as aloe and hyaluronic acid. I take the travel size with me on every trip.
Can't decide between a soft, fruity floral or a clean musky scent? Just bring both of these iconic fragrances with you. You can even layer and mix the fragrances to create a unique scent.
If you have a nature activity on your itinerary, make sure to pack insect repellent. It's one of those products that's easy to forget, but you'll be endlessly grateful you have it on hand. I'm opting for this all-natural lotion bar with essential oils and nourishing plant extracts.
