TRAVEL: My Beauty Essentials + How to Pack Them!

I treasure my beauty products very much, so I always keep the vast majority with me in my carry on luggage when I fly. I tend to travel with minimal clothing and shoes, but I always pack extra when it comes to skin care and makeup, as you'll see in the video below! I love having options, so I bring just about everything I could possibly want or need.

Now, I learned the hard way that packing my liquids in a Ziploc bag is a horrible idea. That is why I now use a large pouch from my ZÜCA, which is much sturdier and can be wiped down after each trip. You can purchase the pouches individually, so don't feel the pressure to splurge on a Sport or Artist Pro. As far as makeup storage goes, Bobbi Brown and Laura Mercier consistently release limited edition cases that are perfect for both home organization and travel. I usually purchase mine around the Holidays!

Products Reviewed: 

Shu Uemura Cleansing Oil

SK-II Cellumination Day Surge UV

SK-II Cellumination Aurabright Essence

SK-II Facial Treatment Essence

SK-II Essential Power Moisturizing Cream

SK-II Facial Treatment Cleanser

Koh Gen Do Cleansing Spa Water Cloths [Travel]

Ole Henriksen Truth To Go Vitamin C Wipes

TATCHA Indigo Soothing Hand Cream

Jo Malone English Pear & Freesia Cologne + Body Creme Set

Kerastase Lift Vertige Root Lifting Gel

By Terry Cellularose CC Lumi-Serum in 1 Immaculate Light

Becca Shimmering Skin Perfector SPF 25 in Pearl

Restorsea Recharging Finishing Mist

Velour Lashes in Oops, Naughty Me

Shu Uemura S Curler + Chanel Curler [LE]

******All enclosed in a large ZÜCA Utility Pouch!

MAKEUP:

Laura Mercier Beauty Portfolio [LE]

Omorovicza Perfecting Lip Balm

Kevyn Aucoin The Loose Shimmer Eyeshadows in Rose Quartz and Citrine

Kevyn Aucoin The Eyeshadow Duo in 207

Dior Iconic Overcurl Mascara in Black

By Terry Touche Veloutee in Cream

NARS Radiant Creamy Concealer in Custard

By Terry Ombre Blackstar Eyeshadow Pencils

EM Michelle Phan Powder Compact in 4 Bare

EM Michelle Phan Concealer Palette in Light

Giorgio Armani Eyes to Kill Eyeshadow in 29

EM Michelle Phan Scribble Eyeliners

Giorgio Armani Waterproof Eyeliner Pencil 

Tom Ford Eye Defining Pen in Deeper

By Terry Ligne Blackstar Eyeliner

Cle de Peau Eyebrow Pencil in 204 and Holder

Tom Ford Eye Color Quads

Shu Uemura X Mika Spiral Duo in 01

Tom Ford Bronzing Powder in Terra
Koh Gen Do Triple Lighting Powder Foundation in OC-1

Makeup Worn:

Chanel Perfection Lumiere Velvet in 20 Beige

Giorgio Armani Lasting Silk UV Powder Compact in 4

EM Love Me For Me Powder Compact in 04 Bare

Dolce & Gabbana The Blush in Tan

Cle de Peau Eyebrow Pencil in 204 and Holder

Shu Uemura X Mika Spiral Duo in 01

Kevyn Aucoin The Loose Shimmer Eyeshadow in Rose Quartz

EM Michelle Phan Scribble Eyeliner in Tattoo Black

Giorgio Armani Waterproof Eyeliner Pencil

Dior Iconic Overcurl Mascara in Black

YSL Gloss Volupte in 206 Fuchsia Oran

Velour Lashes in T Dot Oooh

*****Use promo code RAEVELOUR to receive 15% off your order!

Nails:

Dior Gel in Wonderland and Tra-La-La

Zoya PixieDust in Tomoko

Shirt:

J. Crew 

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Freelance Makeup Artist Must-Haves [My Recommendations]

Makeup began as an interest, a hobby, a passion.. now makeup is my life, though I never imagined it would be. I can confidently tell the world that the thrill of cracking open a fresh tube of lip color will never lose its appeal, and I know I am not alone! Over the years, I have received many inquiries regarding where to start when building a high-end kit, which is why I created the video below. I wanted to introduce a few ideas and show you my personal favorites in action. I have worked with countless makeup artists in the past decade in many capacities, so I have been lucky enough to snoop through hundreds of kits (including some backstage at Fashion Week NY) and have fine-tuned my own based off what I have learned. Keep in mind this is just my perspective, and it merely covers the tip of the iceberg that is artistry.. I hope you find the recommendations helpful!

Makeup Used:
Bobbi Brown Eye Corrector and Concealers from BBU Palette
Bobbi Brown Bronzing Powder in Natural
Bobbi Brown Retouching Powder in Peche
Bobbi Brown Shimmer Brick in Bronze
Bobbi Brown Long Wear Gel Liner in Black Ink
Armani Eyes to Kill WP Mascara with Bobbi Brown Extreme Party Mascara
Velour False Lashes in Lash in the City
Bobbi Brown Lip Gloss is 4 Buff

Nail Polish:
Givenchy 12 Purple Crosiere

Now here are some additional thoughts:

--Most of the Bobbi Brown products used and reviewed in the video are part of the Bobbi Brown Pro Makeup Starter Kit. The classic colors and best-selling formulas included in the kit are a great place to start shopping once accepted into the BB Pro program (40% off retail prices, redeemable only through BobbiBrown.com), which you may apply for through her website. The new Retouching Powders with the Sheer Powder Brush are also must-haves for makeup artists. The finely milled loose powder formula is available in 6 shades and suits all skin types and colors, so I highly recommend them to be used in conjunction with the Sheer Powder brush. Interestingly enough, the pink shades can double up as blushes! Also, my BBU Palette is undoubtedly my favorite Pro product. It makes my life so much easier because I can access any shade I need might need in one palette, and the packaging is incredibly streamlined.

--The ZÜCA shown in the video is the Artist Sport case, in Mystic/Black, which retails for $209 USD. There is a Pro version but it is more expensive, so I find the Artist is a great place to start. The Artist case is incredibly useful and travel friendly, though it does not fit in commercial airline carry-on bins. I love playing tetris with my makeup when organizing each of the four vinyl-lined utility pouches and am always amazed at how many products I manage to cram into each one.

--I buy many of my disposable sponges and cotton swabs from CVS because it is convenient to do so, but you can purchase disposable mascara wands and sanitizers like Beauty So Clean from stores like Camera Ready Cosmetics or Naimies.

Do your research.. know your makeup and understand your cliente. Best of luck and happy shopping!