When it comes to traveling, I like to keep it as light as possible. Yes, that applies for overseas travel—I'm not trying to lug a massive suitcase through customs. On a recent trip to Monaco, I knew that I wanted to somehow pack everything I needed into a carry-on.
Luckily, packing beauty products into a carry-on suitcase is my specialty. I was also staying at the luxe Hôtel Hermitage, so I knew I could forgo things like shampoo and conditioner since they'd have me covered. Keep reading for everything I did bring—and yes, I fit it all into my bag!
Sonia Kashuk
Weekender Makeup Bag
This is my all-time favorite makeup bag. Multiple compartments allow you to categorize your products, and there's tons of sneaky space.
Lermende
Clear Toiletry Bag
I like to use reusable quart-sized bags for my liquids, which feel like both an easier and more sustainable choice than a ziplock bag. These are TSA compliant and only $11 for a two-pack.
Olaplex
No.7 Bonding Oil
This is my favorite do-it-all hair product. It helps curb frizz and flyaways while also leaving hair soft and shiny. Plus, it's infused with UV protection to help protect hair from sun's harsh rays.
Sebastian
Travel Size Shaper Plus Extra Hold Hairspray
I personally love to slick my hair into a neat bun on days when I'm in between washing. To keep it in place, I like using a high-hold hairspray for any stray hairs.
Sephora Collection X Wetbrush
Mini Detangler Hair Brush
There is nothing I don't trust my Wet Brush with. This mini size is perfect to throw in any travel bag.
Kate McLeod
Daily Stone Solid Body Moisturizer
I have very dry skin, and forgoing a body moisturizer will never be an option for me. When I travel, I like to bring along this solid moisturizer, which means I don't have to waste precious space in my liquid bag, plus it's incredibly easy to use. Life hack: if the hotel you're staying at has a bath, break off a piece and toss it in for the most hydrating soak of your life.
This is one of my favorite face sunscreens to travel with because it's so easy to use, and at makes skin look impossibly glowy. For any no-makeup days, this does the trick to make your skin look incredible, even if you're jet-lagged.
Chantecaille
Just Skin Tinted Moisturizer SPF 15
For daytime, this is my favorite tinted moisturizer. It was recently crowned the winner in our test for the best BB creams, and for good reason—it leaves skin glowy, even-toned, and gives just the right amount of coverage for a natural look.
Armani Beauty
Luminous Silk Perfect Glow Flawless Oil-Free Foundation
For nights out and days when I want a more glam look, I like to opt for this foundation. It has never steered me wrong—it gives such a dreamy skin-like finish and makes skin look glowy while also having plenty of flexible coverage.
Armani Beauty
Luminous Silk Face & Undereye Concealer
For blemishes and dark circles, this concealer is my go-to. It can handle anything and everything you throw at it while never looking cakey or obvious.
Nars
The Multiple
I've said it before and I'm just going to keep saying it: if you're going to travel with one makeup product, make it this multi-use stick from Nars. It works on eyes, lips, and cheeks—though it truly stuns on cheeks.
Jane Iredale
Purebrow Brow Gel
This brow is easy to take everywhere and makes brows look so naturally defined.
Chanel
Les 4 Ombres Multi-Effect Quadra Eyeshadow
This is my favorite compact eyeshadow palette. The colors are so versatile that they can easily be taken from day to night.
Chanel
Stylo Yeux Waterproof Long-Lasting Eyeliner
I love this eyeliner for both dramatic wings and smoked out, French-inspired looks.
Ami Colé
Lash-Amplifying Volumizing & Lengthening Mascara
I can't stop reaching for this mascara. It makes my lashes look way longer than they really are, it holds a curl, and it never flakes or smears.
Dedcool
Xtra Milk Fragrance
This subtle scent (which has pleasant notes like amber, bergamot, and white musk) is a winner for absolutely any occasion.
Krigler
English Promenade 19 Eau de Parfum
This scent (which is known for being Audrey Hepburn's signature) is one of my all-time favorite fragrances, and I like to keep the travel-sized one in my carry on for special occasions.
Violette_FR
Petal Bouche
A matte red lip is tres Monaco. This liquid lipstick was inspired by the color of a rose petal, and it's flattering across every single skin tone.
Summer Fridays
Lip Butter Balm
For a sheer cherry pop, this new balm from Summer Fridays has been on repeat for me. It's glossy but mega-hydrating.
Rhode
Peptide Lip Treatment in Salted Caramel
I'm someone who has about 85 lip products with me on all times. Rhode's lip treatment gives lips a high-gloss shine, is non-sticky, and it makes lips look so hydrated and plump. I love how yummy the salted caramel flavor smells.
Dieux Skin
Instant Angel
A barrier repair cream is a must for traveling. This one helps replenish and moisturize skin after a long overseas flight.
Dieux Skin
Auracle
This eye cream de-puffs and moisturizes. It's my secret to looking like I slept unencumbered in my own bed even if I just got off a red-eye flight.
Clarins
Hydrating Gentle Foaming Cleanser
I love taking this travel-sized cleanser with me to remove makeup, dirt, and oil.
Prior to her time at Who What Wear, Katie Berohn worked as the beauty assistant for Good Housekeeping, Woman's Day, and Prevention magazines, all part of the Hearst Lifestyle Group. She graduated from the University of Colorado, Boulder, with a major in journalism and minor in technology, arts, and media, and earned her master's degree at NYU's graduate program for magazine journalism. In addition, Katie has held editorial internships at Denver Life magazine, Yoga Journal, and Cosmopolitan; a digital editorial internship at New Yorkmagazine's The Cut; a social good fellowship at Mashable; and a freelance role at HelloGiggles.