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iLovuBugu · ‎04-23-2024

So im going to holiday in tropical island did you have suggestion skincare?

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WinglessOne · ‎04-24-2024

@iLovuBugu Do you live someplace that gets hot (say, 85ºF and above) and humid in the summer? If yes: whatever skincare products you use during summer will also work during your tropical island stay. Even if your hometown never gets hot and humid, your usual facial cleanser(s) should be fine no matter what climate you visit.

Also, if you already use certain serums as treatments (retinol, vitamin C, niacinamide, etc.), you can just take ‘em with you on vacation if you’ve got the packing space. You may want to look for travel sizes or transfer some of your products to smaller containers. Or if you’re like me, you’ll try to find solid stick versions of some liquid products for easier travel (and in my case, fewer TSA headaches at airport security). What’s your current skincare routine?

If you don’t already use a broad spectrum sunscreen (at least SPF 30) daily, start doing that today and keep doing it after your vacation ends, all year long, regardless of weather or season. Also get into the habit of reapplying it throughout the day. And consider buying at least one piece of UPF-rated clothing you’ll wear/carry often—maybe a lightweight jacket, a coverup, a long skirt, etc. (“UPF” is to fabrics what “SPF” is to sunscreens.) Several brands make UPF clothing. I often travel with a Uniqlo lightweight UPF jacket.

If you plan to check your bag during a flight, pack larger tubes of sunscreen in that bag—and maybe bring more sunscreen than you think you’ll need. You should generously apply sunscreen to ALL exposed skin: eyelids, ears, behind ears, nape of neck if exposed, shoulders, waist if exposed, feet, ankles, wrists, hands, etc. You’ll need to reapply sunscreen every couple hours, and more frequently if you get wet (beach, rain, sweat a lot, etc.). And if you’ll wear long flowy skirts/dresses, you’ll still need sunscreen on your legs unless those clothes are UPF-rated—and even then, it’s a good idea to still use sunscreen for extra protection.

When I visit the Caribbean, here’s my typical travel skincare kit:

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Cleanser (PM, optional AM) - I use a solid bar cleanser (Abib Heartleaf Stone) at home, so I just cut off a small piece to travel with. I’ve also done this with a CeraVe Hydrating Cleanser Bar. For makeup removal, I pack a small cleansing balm; my favorite is The INKEY List Mini Oat Cleansing Balm 1.7 oz/ 50 mL. In the morning I usually just gently wipe my face with a wet plush microfiber cloth.

Treatments (as needed) - for my particular skin needs/concerns, I use a daily retinaldehyde serum and twice-daily azelaic acid cream and argireline serum. I continue that routine when I travel anywhere, so I pack mini/travel sizes of those products. To save space in my liquids bag (per TSA requirements), I look for a solid stick serum that contains most of the ingredients found in my usual at-home summer skincare products. And I like to bring SEPHORA COLLECTION Caffeine Eye Mask Patches for Dark Circles + De-Puffing Blueberry (actually the old caffeine/coffee eye masks which I can’t tag anymore): they’re great used as intended, but they can also be used anywhere on the face and body.

Moisturizer (PM) - I pack a travel size of my usual summer nighttime moisturizer, usually CeraVe Moisturizing Lotion (I have mostly-dry combo skin). I might also use this in the morning, especially around my eyes. But in hot weather, I typically skip moisturizer altogether.

Sunscreen (AM) - this does double duty as moisturizer and UV protection in hot weather. My go-to for everyday, including travel, is Supergoop! Mineral Unseen Sunscreen SPF 40 1.7 oz / 50 ml. But if you want to save money, try the body version of other brands’ facial sunscreens: they typically come in bigger tubes than facial sunscreens and cost less per ounce. Bondi Sands and Native make body sunscreens that work well on my face. I do also use them on my body.

Cleanser (PM, optional AM) - I use a solid bar cleanser (Abib Heartleaf Stone) at home, so I just cut off a small piece to travel with. I’ve also done this with a CeraVe Hydrating Cleanser Bar. For makeup removal, I pack a small cleansing balm; my favorite is . In the morning I usually just gently wipe my face with a wet plush microfiber cloth. Treatments (as needed) - for my particular skin needs/concerns, I use a daily retinaldehyde serum and twice-daily azelaic acid cream and argireline serum. I continue that routine when I travel anywhere, so I pack mini/travel sizes of those products. To save space in my liquids bag (per TSA requirements), I look for a solid stick serum that contains most of the ingredients found in my usual at-home summer skincare products. And I like to bring (actually the old caffeine/coffee eye masks which I can’t tag anymore): they’re great used as intended, but they can also be used anywhere on the face and body. Moisturizer (PM) - I pack a travel size of my usual summer nighttime moisturizer, usually CeraVe Moisturizing Lotion (I have mostly-dry combo skin). I might also use this in the morning, especially around my eyes. But in hot weather, I typically skip moisturizer altogether. Sunscreen (AM) - this does double duty as moisturizer and UV protection in hot weather. My go-to for everyday, including travel, is . But if you want to save money, try the body version of other brands’ facial sunscreens: they typically come in bigger tubes than facial sunscreens and cost less per ounce. Bondi Sands and Native make body sunscreens that work well on my face. I do also use them on my body.

Enjoy your vacation!

makeitup305 · ‎04-24-2024

@itsfi thanks for the tag. I would recommend a good SPF 50+ is better. Make sure it’s water and sweat resistant. Mineral SPF is usually better in those cases. I prefer Korean sunscreens since their formulations are nicer. They also have SPF sticks for a quick touch up. Don’t forget, if you’re closer to the equator you’ll probably burn a lot faster than you might be used to. Reapplying SPF every 90 minutes is important if you’re out in the sun or in the water.

It’s likely to be very humid, especially this time of year so I would say bring a lightweight moisturizer that isn’t super heavy and pair it with a Vitamin C serum under your SPF. A hydrating serum at night can help your skin feel nice and hydrated after a day in the sun. There’s also lots of hydrating mists and toners to help refresh your skin and give it an extra boost of hydration.

If you’re planning on wearing makeup, don’t forget a setting spray to combat the humidity.

faeriegirl · ‎04-24-2024

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itsfi · ‎04-24-2024

Oh a tropical vacation? How fun @iLovuBugu!

For skincare, SPF is a must

SPF (face) (mineral / physical) - Summer Fridays ShadeDrops Mineral Milk Sunscreen SPF 30 1.7 oz / 50 mL or OLEHENRIKSEN Banana Bright Mineral Lotion Sunscreen SPF 30 1.7 oz / 50 ml
SPF (face) (chemical sunscreen) - Supergoop! Unseen Sunscreen Invisible Broad Spectrum SPF 40 PA +++ 1.7 oz/ 50 mL - the brand has recently come out with a physical sunscreen version of this but I haven't tried it yet so I can't speak to this. Also, if you are going to Hawaii or another location that has laws prohibiting certain ingredients, you should check to see if your SPF (and other products) contain those banned ingredients.
SPF (hair) - COOLA Scalp & Hair Sunscreen & Color Protection Mist with SPF 30 - for when you are in the water or walking / hiking without a hat
SPF (body) - Supergoop! PLAY Everyday Lotion SPF 50 Face & Body Sunscreen or Supergoop! PLAY 100% Mineral Broad Spectrum Lotion SPF 50 3.4 oz/ 100 mL. These can be a bit expensive for all over the body - SPFs from La Roche Posay Anthelios line and Neutrogena Ultra Sheer Dry Touch are awesome & affordable!
SPF (lip) - CAY SKIN Isle Lip Balm SPF 30 with Sea Moss and Aloe Stem Cells or Aquaphor and Sun Bum make very nice lip balms with sunscreen under $5
SPF (lip - tinted balm) - CAY SKIN Isle Lip Balm SPF 30 with Sea Moss and Aloe Stem Cells Bad Gyal Berry is a beautiful berry tint. They also have 2 other tinted colors - a rose shade and a nude shade.

Cleansers - Bioerma micellar water (they make a smaller travel size) and either Tatcha The Indigo Cleansing Balm Moisturizing Makeup Remover 1.9 oz / 54 g or Skinfix Hydrating Foaming Oil Cleanser with Hyaluronic Acid 6 oz/ 177 mL - both will work for all skin types. The Skinfix will need to be transferred to a travel size unless you are checking your luggage.
Moisturizer - this will depend on your skin type. I prefer a moisturizer with vitamin C - something like LANEIGE Radian-C Cream with Vitamin C 1.0 oz/ 30 mL or Sunday Riley Mini C.E.O. Afterglow Brightening Vitamin C Moisturizer 0.5 oz / 15 mL or OLEHENRIKSEN Banana Bright+ Firm and Glow Moisturizer with Vitamin C and Niacinamide 1.7 oz / 50 ml (or if your skin is on the oilier / combo side and you prefer a lighter consistency, OLEHENRIKSEN C-Rush™ Vitamin C Gel Moisturizer 1.7 oz/ 50 mL)
If you are sensitive to vitamin C or prefer a moisturizer without it, I'd recommend either belif The True Cream Aqua Bomb with Hyaluronic Acid and Niacinamide (for normal, combo or oily skin) or belif The True Cream Moisturizing Bomb with Peptide and Ceramide (for dry or very dry skin). belif makes mini versions of each that may be better for travel.
Treatment (for unwinding after being out in the sun) - not must haves - SEPHORA COLLECTION Hydrating Hyaluronic Acid Face Masks Lychee - the watermelon version is also very nice. FYI, sheet masks are not considered liquids and do not have to be included in the TSA 3-1-1 liquids bag.

I know you asked about skincare. Unless I'm going to an event where I'll have or want to have a full face of makeup, I keep my makeup products on the simpler side when going on a tropical vacation. It's usually