From the perfect nude lipstick to the hottest-hued eyeshadow palette, here are the compact, summer vacation-ready beauty picks that will still be your faves this autumn.
Tarte Tarteist™ PRO Glow Highlight & Contour Palette, $45, available at Tarte.com and Sephora.com
When it comes to sculpting your sun-kissed features, Tarte have answered your travel prayers, with a palette that contains both cream and powder formulas and is suitable for all skin tones. Most contour sets opt for warm orangey shades; however, Tarte chose cooler colors with grey undertones, which will create a more natural shadow effect, especially on your cheeks and jawline, no matter what the season.
Words: Jennyfer Zuili
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Urban Decay Naked Heat Eyeshadow Palette,
$54, available at Urbandecay.com
Since rose and peach neutral shades are flattering for all skin tones, there are masses of them around, but these rich colors, including a red hot metallic 'Scorched' and autumnal copper burgundy 'Ember', exceed all expectations. Urban Decay’s eyeshadows are formulated to glide on instantly, and this easy-to-carry palette includes a perfect combination of matte and shimmery options. As an added bonus, there’s a double-ended blending brush and a full size mirror for touch-ups on the run.
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Clarisonic Mia Fit, $219, available at Clarisonic.com
Although it is tedious work, there is no doubt that the key to flawless makeup application is beautiful bare skin, so skincare is definitely not something you should skip. This high-end miniature cleansing tool is designed especially for on-the-go gals. Its soft bristles are ideal for sensitive skin, while the gentle vibrations will help you achieve spa standards. With that kind of skin maintenance, you'll have a back-to-work or school ready complexion when vacation is over without having to pay for pricey away-from-home facials.
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Dior Skin Forever Fluid Foundation,
$50, available at Dior.com
Wherever you’re going, this all-season foundation will keep your skin hydrated and radiant. The velvety texture will help you achieve that airbrushed and goddess-like complexion, all while it protects you from the sun with SPF35 and keeps you shine-free.
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L'Oréal Paris VOLUMINOUS® Lash Paradise Waterproof Mascara, $9.99, available at lorealparisusa.com and ulta.com
This summer, ditch the falsies and pricey lash extensions and stick to packing this awe-inspiring mascara. It is affordable, bold and buildable, so you can easily go from soft daytime looks to sexy and mysterious ones for night. Naturally it’s also waterproof and extremely long-lasting.
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OUAI Morning After Kit, $22, available at theouai.com and sephora.com
The ocean and sun can be your hair's worst enemies; so if you don’t want to cut off inches of split ends this fall, take care of your locks with celebrity stylist Jen Atkin’s staple products. This travel kit is a perfect way to sample a variety of her bestsellers and still avoid the bulk. The foam dry shampoo is a lifesaver on busy days of sightseeing and the aromatic rose oil will keep your frizz under control. OUAI products are also great for widening your hairstyle repertoire. So will it be bouncy wild curls with volume, fancy updos or sleek straight hair?
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Mac Liquidlast Liner in Point Black,
$21, available at maccosmetics.com
Get the perfect 1950’s Hollywood cat-eye look with this intense charcoal black eyeliner. Regardless of which activities you have planned, the smudge-proof formula will not budge or fade. Plus, the built-in brush has an extremely fine tip for total precision.
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Charlotte Tilbury K.I.S.S.I.N.G in Valentine Lipstick, $34, available at charlottetilbury.com and nordstrom.com
This perfect nude lipstick can be combined with nearly any make-up style from intense and sultry with a smokey eye, to soft and simple looks. The slightly muted blush tone combined with the creamy formula is perfect for flaunting a natural look all while giving your lips a fuller dimension. This lipstick is also paraben free and has both Lipstick Tree and Orchid extract, which will help keep your lips moist, smooth and plump.