12 multi-tasking beauty heroes that will save you on hand luggage space

How to fit your beauty routine into a sandwich bag...

face mist, eyeshadow palette, spa serum and lip and cheek pen

by Annie Milroy |
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We all know the worst part about a holiday is the packing and even worse now that prices of hold luggage are the same as your 4-star hotel for a week.

So, if hand luggage is your only option and you find yourself attempting to cram your 18-step skincare routine into a sandwich bag, we’re here to help…

Whether you’re after a concealer and foundation duo, a do-it-all make-up palette or a 3-in-1 skincare dream, you’ll find everything you need here. We’re all about products that can save you time, money and more importantly precious packing space and here are our favourite hard-workers.

If you’re in the market for hard-working, multi-use products that are all under 100ml, that actually work, then you’ve come to the right place.

We’ve managed to find the top 12 beauty products that are overachievers in their field and will make packing an absolute breeze. Say hello to the Marie Kondo beauty babes…

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Clinique beyond Perfecting Foundation + Concealer1 of 12
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Clinique beyond Perfecting Foundation + Concealer

Save time, money and luggage space with this incredible concealer and foundation duo. Available in 24 shades, it covers and conceals.

Barry M Multitude Lip & Cheek Pen2 of 12
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Barry M Multitude Lip & Cheek Pen

This lip and cheek pen is a holiday essential! Featuring four gorgeous rosey shades, you’ll have everything you need for your glowy holiday glam.

Charlotte Tilbury Instant Look in a Palete in Sunset Dreamscape3 of 12
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Charlotte Tilbury Instant Look in a Palete in Sunset Dreamscape

We’re always obsessed with anything Charlotte Tilbury and this do-it-all palette has everything you need for a full face. Including eyeshadows, bronzer, blush and a highlight.

Frances Prescott Tri Balm Stick4 of 12
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Frances Prescott Tri Balm Stick

Use this miracle balm to remove makeup, as an exfoliating mask or a daily moisturiser to deeply hydrate and plump skin. Packed with skin loving ingredients, this does it all.

Egyptian Magic All Purpose Skin Cream5 of 12
CREDIT: Egyptian Magic

Egyptian Magic All Purpose Skin Cream

Smother yourself head to toe in this multi-purpose skin cream. Perfect for hydrating your face, hair, lips and body after a long hot day in the sun.

Hello Sunday The One That's A Serum SPF456 of 12
CREDIT: Hello Sunday

Hello Sunday The One That's A Serum SPF45

A marriage of skin and sun care, this serum works hard to protect your face from sun and blue light damage, deeply hydrates, boosts radiance and calms irritated skin.

Kin Kind 2in1 Shampoo & Body Wash Bar7 of 12
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Kin Kind 2in1 Shampoo & Body Wash Bar

This 2in1 shampoo and body wash smells so fresh and minty. It’s so perfect for holidays as it saves on large toiletry bottles but doesn’t compromise on results.

Origins Ginzing SPF40 Energy Boosting Tinted Moisturiser8 of 12
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Origins Ginzing SPF40 Energy Boosting Tinted Moisturiser

This wonder product ticks so many holiday beauty boxes. Not only is it a lightweight tinted moisturiser, it has SPF40 protection and helps to hydrate and energise skin too.

NUXE Huile Prodigieuse Multi Purpose Dry Oil9 of 12
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NUXE Huile Prodigieuse Multi Purpose Dry Oil

This iconic shimmer body oil now comes in a mini size which is ideal for taking away with you. Work some of the iridescent liquid all over sun-kissed limbs for an evening out.

Caudalie Beauty Elixir10 of 12
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Caudalie Beauty Elixir

A cult skincare mini mist that no holiday is complete without. Offering an instantly refreshing boost and soothing sensation, this comes everywhere with us.

Tan Luxe The Face Illuminating Tan Drops11 of 12
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Tan Luxe The Face Illuminating Tan Drops

Adding a couple of these self-tanning drops into your moisturiser will help you if you struggle to pick up a holiday glow. No streaks, no smells and no drama.

Estée Lauder Brow Multi- Tasker Eyebrow Pencil12 of 12
CREDIT: Estée Lauder

Estée Lauder Brow Multi- Tasker Eyebrow Pencil

Featuring a pencil, powder and brush in one, this brow multi-styler is such a hard worker. You can even use the pencil end to draw on some faux freckles or subtle eyeliner.

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