Thanks for sharing!! I remember our first real adult trip once the kids were old enough to be left alone, I took a huge make up case with waaayyyy too much make up and personal care (and clothes, and accessories) thank God I’ve grown up and learned how little I really need.
I don’t travel that frequently but a few times a year and I like to pack make up I’m low on or needs to be thrown out soon (foundation, mascara, etc) and then it gets chucked before leaving to come home. It doesn’t really make a huge difference but it feels nice to come home with less of something!
Great video. I’ve noticed 2 types when packing make up. 1. takes everything & is closer to 20-30 yrs. 2. miss hippie & wears no make-up! Thank-you for being the in between & giving really good advice! I’ve recently been looking at Viseart (I use cruelty free, but high end) All pieces pop out & for travel most of my color fits in a tiny Z palette. All would fit in the Away carrier you have!
I invested in duplicate toiletries for travel years ago. Best investment ever! I know they tell you to trash your makeup after 3 months, but I don't think that is necessary when it's not used everyday. I refill my shampoo/conditioner/bodywash as soon as I get back home and replace anything that's getting low. Always ready to travel by just tossing in my bag and some clothes.
Yes! Great list of products! Usually when I am down to the last quarter of my makeup, I get a new one and put the older one aside in my travel cosmetics bag. Can’t wait to follow along on all of your future trips!
Love this. Traveling next week so perfect timing. As the mom, my toiletries always include all the things that might be needed for anyone else’s emergency as well as mine. Where do you put band aids, pepto tablets, safety pins, nail clippers, q-tips, make up remover, toothbrush/paste/floss, deodorant? I love your away kit but I haven’t been able to pair down that far. Maybe I need more solo travel in my life! Thanks for inspiring me to try it.
Same! I’m packing for a family of four so we definitely pack larger things of shampoo and conditioner, four toothbrushes, two razors, lots of random things that we do actually use on many of our trips.
I know this is an older post, but I separate out my regular toiletries and cosmetics. And further separate my medical and first aid into a different bag/pouch. It helps a lot when everyone takes thier own stuff and I think if you have kids that are older than 5, that's possible, but you know your family best 🤷♀️. Obviously kids can only be responsible for some stuff.
Thanks Jen. This is just what I was wondering about and how to scale down for the upcoming Italy trip. Ordering the travel containers now as they are so smart to use. Cannot wait to see the video of your packing tips. Have a great time with your mom. 💖
Hi Jen! This should be a fun video. I am a minimalist makeup packer- a bold lip suits me, it looks nice in photos but doesn’t require lugging along my entire vanity!
Traveling this weekend to see my daughters and that grandchild (I missed his first year...covid...we all have loss and stories). I am NOT a good flyer so this was such great timing. Great tips on downsizing, packing commences tomorrow. Thanks, Jen!!
I hope you had a great trip! I also became a grandma during this pandemic. My hopes of being in the delivery room were squashed! And then he came 10 weeks early! He’s now home & doing well!! It’s so hard not being close, isn’t it?
'Since Jesus was a baby," LOL. I'm stealing that one from you. Hilarious 😀. Very handy tips here. I totally get the brow issues. Mine are almost completely gone (Hashimotos), so you especially had my attention there. Have fun in AZ, lots of love to you & mom, Jen💞💐
I'm so glad I found this video! I wanted to buy that toiletry bag but wanted to make sure you got credit!! I'm starting small with my Away Travel products.
Love your travel tips. We recently ordered an owners locker so thanks for the advise on what to keep in it. I purchased an Away medium checked bag for my husband for our trip to Hawaii in October. He was using my old roller bag with a Minnie Mouse. sticker on the front so I thought he was due for a new bag. I also just ordered a small cosmetics bag for him to match the luggage. I really appreciate your videos and your humor. Hope to see you in Disney someday. We will be there in May....I believe at the same time as you so who knows. Take good care!
Speaking of AWAY travel, I got myself the backpack of theirs that you have and I love it! I was needing a better backpack for traveling and got it on my way to my cruise that I just returned from. Thanks for the product recommendations!
I like the idea of smaller bag, not only are countertops small but there are rarely any hooks. I used to use hanging organizers but no more. No place to put them! Last hotel had sliding bathroom door, not even regular door with the only hook on the back…secondly I put liquids in my 3:1:1 bag (shampoo, conditioner, body lotion, sunscreen, etc..) and always left my mini tubes and jars of foundation, creme and even toothpaste in my cosmetic bag and was never stopped by TSA.
Bare Minerals does have great brushes! I stopped using the foundation a long time ago, but kept the brushes forever. Totally agree that they are nice and firm and distribute your product evenly.
* Hey Jen, the link to the True Match powder isn’t right … it goes to the True Match Blush. Not a big deal but thought I’d mention it. I LOVE your tip on the Elf putty primer. I’ve been trying to figure a way to not wear eyeshadow but my eyelids are super white and need just need a little coverage.
I fixed it, Robyn! Thank you! And yes, same. My eyelids have an odd bluish tinge to me that I'm not a fan of but I'm ALSO not a fan of eye shadow so this is a perfect solution and it really does stay on!
Thanks so much very handy 👍. I was so on the fence with getting the Chanel mascara but keep hearing it is amazing. I used to like the Physicians Formula in the green tube but it is very difficult to find now and haven't found anything like it :(
Fun video! That Anastasia brow pencil is so nice but L'Oreal makes one that is very similar for about a third of the price called Brow Stylist Definer. I go through brow pencils pretty fast because I have really sparse brows too, and that L'Oreal pencil has saved me. Thought this tip might be helpful to someone. Thanks for the video and enjoy your time with your mom!
Oh Jen. Duplicate of make-up….I’m trying to declutter and get rid of duplicates. I traveled yesterday to my parents house, I then go to the US in 2 weeks and I only have 1 day turn around time.I have enough make-up to pack a make-up bag for each trip and still have options to do my make-up at home. Downside of TH-cam…it promotes consumerism and FOMO. Also, if you get deluxe sample size of products in pots when purchasing make-up (or gift sets with minis), save the small jars and wash them out to reuse them instead of buying plastic pots. The squeezey tubs for shampoo are great for containers that are harder to reuse but small cream pots are easy to refill and many brands give you them as samples or in gift packs.
Cadence is worth the price just like that mascara. Just don't use it for eye cream cause it will use the whole bottle. Go to Sephora and ask for a sample tub of an eye cream you've been wanting to try and then when it is all gone reuse the tub!
Ooh, I love those shampoo containers - going to get some now. Nothing worse than when stuff leaks and putting everything in ziploc bags begins to get ridiculous. For future discussion: do you use a travel pillow when you go on longer flights and if so, which one? I have three pillows of different shapes and materials and I'm not in love with any of them. Always on the lookout for "the one."
I really need to get better at packing toiletries. I'm so lazy that I take my large suitcase and check it just so I can take my full size shampoo and conditioner bottles, especially conditioner. #curlyhairproblems
Great video! Which size GoToobs were those? I'd like to pick up a "just right" set. My usual default would be large, but I don't really need that much when traveling. On another note, you should check out EltaMD UV clear tinted sunscreen. It has a similar coverage of my usual tinted moisturizer but full sunscreen protection for my fair skin. And the container is under 2 oz/travel friendly, but lasts quite a while. I love just using that when outside in hot locations, as I hate the feel of makeup on my face.
OMG! I sliced my finger open with my razor years ago when I was traveling for work at had to tour a distribution facility. Oh so much pain. I was in my early 20s and of course, did not think to bring a bandaid. The bandage I had to rig up for myself in the hotel... I shudder at the memory.
I'm a wavy and I've had great success with shampoo bars. I still like using my regular Bioterra leave-in conditioner though and I think it's abetter option than a conditioner bar. However, when I travel, I use a 2 in 1 shampoo and conditioner from Love Beauty and Planet, plus a sea salt spray, and it works great.
When you buy sunscreen at your destination, do you just throw it away before you travel home? Or do you buy a travel sized sunscreen and take it back with you?
Can you take a razor in your carry on? Just had a discussion about this situation. Also love those travel bottles - some came in a recent Mighty Box and they are great!
@@JoyfulLivingwithJenLefforge wut?!!! Yes! Mascara madness- normally in May and November all mascara is buy 2 get 1 free- that’s great for your yearly mascara or gifts for friends.
Ooo, which curl cream do you use? They changed the formula on my current product. *crying* I’ve almost run through my stash & am going to have to audition some replacements. (I might have bought 4 bottles of the old one when I realized it was changing & I didn’t like the new formula.)
@@JoyfulLivingwithJenLefforge Thanks! I’ll have to try that one. I’ve used FoxyCurls for years & I love love loved it…until they went & messed with the formula.
One thing about medications... if you are travelling internationally... DO NOT DECANT YOUR MEDICATIONS INTO A CONTAINER! Always carry your medications in their original packaging and if they don't have your details on them from the dispensing chemist (that's what we call Pharmacists in Australia), also carry a copy of your prescription from your doctor. In some countries it is a criminal offence the decant your medications like that. And the one thing you don't want is that your medication is confiscated.
I use the same brow product and I swear by it! I have a scar through my right eyebrow so I fill in my eyebrows almost anytime I’m leaving the house and it was a game changer. I really need to get a double set of all my makeup and toiletries too. I’m super minimal when it comes to makeup so I feel like it wouldn’t break the bank and it would just simplify everything if I didn’t have to worry about packing up my makeup and toiletries every time!
Hey Jen! I’m a contact wearing, curly girl with thyroid disease too. We must be friends! I think Your videos are great! How would I pack for 3 months of international travel with only carry on?
I think the liquids bag situation is a crap shoot. In Memphis last week it was “don’t take anything out of your carry on AT ALL”, but this week Orlando made us do the whole shabang (liquids, shoes, electronics, food). ALL. THE. THINGS!!! 🤷🏻♀️
I’m diligently working towards getting the brands out of my daily routine that test on animals so thank you for bringing this up!! Work in progress but also would be a great update to this video so stay tuned. Take care!
Thanks for sharing!! I remember our first real adult trip once the kids were old enough to be left alone, I took a huge make up case with waaayyyy too much make up and personal care (and clothes, and accessories) thank God I’ve grown up and learned how little I really need.
I don’t travel that frequently but a few times a year and I like to pack make up I’m low on or needs to be thrown out soon (foundation, mascara, etc) and then it gets chucked before leaving to come home. It doesn’t really make a huge difference but it feels nice to come home with less of something!
Jen, you have made me an AWAY luggage fan. Appreciate your tips and packing advise. Thank you.
Great video. I’ve noticed 2 types when packing make up. 1. takes everything & is closer to 20-30 yrs. 2. miss hippie & wears no make-up! Thank-you for being the in between & giving really good advice!
I’ve recently been looking at Viseart (I use cruelty free, but high end) All pieces pop out & for travel most of my color fits in a tiny Z palette. All would fit in the Away carrier you have!
I like how compact your toiletries are!
I invested in duplicate toiletries for travel years ago. Best investment ever! I know they tell you to trash your makeup after 3 months, but I don't think that is necessary when it's not used everyday. I refill my shampoo/conditioner/bodywash as soon as I get back home and replace anything that's getting low. Always ready to travel by just tossing in my bag and some clothes.
Yes! Great list of products! Usually when I am down to the last quarter of my makeup, I get a new one and put the older one aside in my travel cosmetics bag. Can’t wait to follow along on all of your future trips!
So smart!
I love your choices for makeup I am in my late 50s and I love the Chanel mascara and the Laura Mercier tinted moisturizer are two of my favs!!
Love this. Traveling next week so perfect timing. As the mom, my toiletries always include all the things that might be needed for anyone else’s emergency as well as mine. Where do you put band aids, pepto tablets, safety pins, nail clippers, q-tips, make up remover, toothbrush/paste/floss, deodorant? I love your away kit but I haven’t been able to pair down that far. Maybe I need more solo travel in my life! Thanks for inspiring me to try it.
Same! I’m packing for a family of four so we definitely pack larger things of shampoo and conditioner, four toothbrushes, two razors, lots of random things that we do actually use on many of our trips.
I know this is an older post, but I separate out my regular toiletries and cosmetics. And further separate my medical and first aid into a different bag/pouch. It helps a lot when everyone takes thier own stuff and I think if you have kids that are older than 5, that's possible, but you know your family best 🤷♀️. Obviously kids can only be responsible for some stuff.
Thanks Jen. This is just what I was wondering about and how to scale down for the upcoming Italy trip. Ordering the travel containers now as they are so smart to use. Cannot wait to see the video of your packing tips. Have a great time with your mom. 💖
Thanks so much Terri!!
I definitely have to check out some of these products!
This was super helpful as a recovering overpack-er 😃 thank you!
Hi Jen! This should be a fun video. I am a minimalist makeup packer- a bold lip suits me, it looks nice in photos but doesn’t require lugging along my entire vanity!
We just got back from Canada, and my TSA liquids bag was too big for them. In the U.S. it was fine. I’m wondering about the UK and Italy , though.
Traveling this weekend to see my daughters and that grandchild (I missed his first year...covid...we all have loss and stories). I am NOT a good flyer so this was such great timing. Great tips on downsizing, packing commences tomorrow. Thanks, Jen!!
Seriously Carrie traveling with less stuff is my number one tip for less stress!
I hope you had a great trip! I also became a grandma during this pandemic. My hopes of being in the delivery room were squashed! And then he came 10 weeks early! He’s now home & doing well!!
It’s so hard not being close, isn’t it?
'Since Jesus was a baby," LOL. I'm stealing that one from you. Hilarious 😀. Very handy tips here. I totally get the brow issues. Mine are almost completely gone (Hashimotos), so you especially had my attention there. Have fun in AZ, lots of love to you & mom, Jen💞💐
Donna YES the Hashimotos brow thing is REAL and I feel like people don't talk about it!
Wow, you have a lot of trips planned. Enjoy and stay safe! :)
I'm so glad I found this video! I wanted to buy that toiletry bag but wanted to make sure you got credit!! I'm starting small with my Away Travel products.
Love your travel tips. We recently ordered an owners locker so thanks for the advise on what to keep in it. I purchased an Away medium checked bag for my husband for our trip to Hawaii in October. He was using my old roller bag with a Minnie Mouse. sticker on the front so I thought he was due for a new bag. I also just ordered a small cosmetics bag for him to match the luggage. I really appreciate your videos and your humor. Hope to see you in Disney someday. We will be there in May....I believe at the same time as you so who knows. Take good care!
Speaking of AWAY travel, I got myself the backpack of theirs that you have and I love it! I was needing a better backpack for traveling and got it on my way to my cruise that I just returned from. Thanks for the product recommendations!
Oh I’m so glad you love it! I’ve got mine with me right now and am really happy with it!
I like the idea of smaller bag, not only are countertops small but there are rarely any hooks. I used to use hanging organizers but no more. No place to put them! Last hotel had sliding bathroom door, not even regular door with the only hook on the back…secondly I put liquids in my 3:1:1 bag (shampoo, conditioner, body lotion, sunscreen, etc..) and always left my mini tubes and jars of foundation, creme and even toothpaste in my cosmetic bag and was never stopped by TSA.
Bare Minerals does have great brushes! I stopped using the foundation a long time ago, but kept the brushes forever. Totally agree that they are nice and firm and distribute your product evenly.
Yeah I haven’t used the product in forever but that brush though!
I am TSA precheck and in March I had them pull out my liquids bag and my hand sanitizer.
* Hey Jen, the link to the True Match powder isn’t right … it goes to the True Match Blush. Not a big deal but thought I’d mention it.
I LOVE your tip on the Elf putty primer. I’ve been trying to figure a way to not wear eyeshadow but my eyelids are super white and need just need a little coverage.
I fixed it, Robyn! Thank you! And yes, same. My eyelids have an odd bluish tinge to me that I'm not a fan of but I'm ALSO not a fan of eye shadow so this is a perfect solution and it really does stay on!
Love this video! It was so useful! The company that makes the go toobs is called Human Gear
Yup! I found them when I made the link. Love their products! Thanks for you kind words ❤️❤️❤️
Thanks so much very handy 👍. I was so on the fence with getting the Chanel mascara but keep hearing it is amazing. I used to like the Physicians Formula in the green tube but it is very difficult to find now and haven't found anything like it :(
Fun video! That Anastasia brow pencil is so nice but L'Oreal makes one that is very similar for about a third of the price called Brow Stylist Definer. I go through brow pencils pretty fast because I have really sparse brows too, and that L'Oreal pencil has saved me. Thought this tip might be helpful to someone. Thanks for the video and enjoy your time with your mom!
You should do a review on the away toiletry bag! We’ve really been looking for the perfect one, and I think the away would check all of our boxes.
Oh Jen. Duplicate of make-up….I’m trying to declutter and get rid of duplicates. I traveled yesterday to my parents house, I then go to the US in 2 weeks and I only have 1 day turn around time.I have enough make-up to pack a make-up bag for each trip and still have options to do my make-up at home. Downside of TH-cam…it promotes consumerism and FOMO.
Also, if you get deluxe sample size of products in pots when purchasing make-up (or gift sets with minis), save the small jars and wash them out to reuse them instead of buying plastic pots. The squeezey tubs for shampoo are great for containers that are harder to reuse but small cream pots are easy to refill and many brands give you them as samples or in gift packs.
As a fellow over 40 who needs to update her make-up, this is very timely!
I’m so glad!! Yes my makeup needs have definitely changed over the years!
Cadence is worth the price just like that mascara. Just don't use it for eye cream cause it will use the whole bottle. Go to Sephora and ask for a sample tub of an eye cream you've been wanting to try and then when it is all gone reuse the tub!
Ooh, I love those shampoo containers - going to get some now. Nothing worse than when stuff leaks and putting everything in ziploc bags begins to get ridiculous. For future discussion: do you use a travel pillow when you go on longer flights and if so, which one? I have three pillows of different shapes and materials and I'm not in love with any of them. Always on the lookout for "the one."
I have one but I haven’t used it for so long I don’t remember the name of it! I’ll send you the name when I’m back home
Love it ❤️😘
I really need to get better at packing toiletries. I'm so lazy that I take my large suitcase and check it just so I can take my full size shampoo and conditioner bottles, especially conditioner. #curlyhairproblems
Great video! Which size GoToobs were those? I'd like to pick up a "just right" set. My usual default would be large, but I don't really need that much when traveling. On another note, you should check out EltaMD UV clear tinted sunscreen. It has a similar coverage of my usual tinted moisturizer but full sunscreen protection for my fair skin. And the container is under 2 oz/travel friendly, but lasts quite a while. I love just using that when outside in hot locations, as I hate the feel of makeup on my face.
OMG! I sliced my finger open with my razor years ago when I was traveling for work at had to tour a distribution facility. Oh so much pain. I was in my early 20s and of course, did not think to bring a bandaid. The bandage I had to rig up for myself in the hotel... I shudder at the memory.
It’s one of those things you do once and then vow NEVER AGAIN.
Just found your video and from one curly girl to an other have you tried and shampoo bars?
I'm a wavy and I've had great success with shampoo bars. I still like using my regular Bioterra leave-in conditioner though and I think it's abetter option than a conditioner bar. However, when I travel, I use a 2 in 1 shampoo and conditioner from Love Beauty and Planet, plus a sea salt spray, and it works great.
Do you have any videos for packing for a longer trip....approx 3 weeks?
Sadly I don't! I'm sorry!
When you buy sunscreen at your destination, do you just throw it away before you travel home? Or do you buy a travel sized sunscreen and take it back with you?
Have you considered permanent makeup (tattoo) for your eyebrows?
Can you take a razor in your carry on? Just had a discussion about this situation. Also love those travel bottles - some came in a recent Mighty Box and they are great!
Yup! I have for every trip ever for decades now!
This is brand new information! Thank you!
Hi Jen. What do you use to remove your makeup? Do u pack that? Thanks.
Yes I always bring a small package of wipes from Costco they’re Kirkland brand
Since Jesus was a baby, lol. Honestly, you crack me up
Do you get your mascara during mascara madness twice a year at Nordstrom? That’s when I get my Chanel Le Volume.
Um NO but now I think I'm going to have to! I didn't even know that was a thing!
@@JoyfulLivingwithJenLefforge wut?!!! Yes! Mascara madness- normally in May and November all mascara is buy 2 get 1 free- that’s great for your yearly mascara or gifts for friends.
Jen can you tell me where you get the things you put your medication thank you
They are linked in the description box! They really are awesome.
@@JoyfulLivingwithJenLefforge I know I am going to sound really stupid but I don’t know where the description box is it
There is a little triangle to the right just underneath the video. Click on that and a box will open up with loads of information!
Thank you Jen I found it
Ooo, which curl cream do you use? They changed the formula on my current product. *crying* I’ve almost run through my stash & am going to have to audition some replacements. (I might have bought 4 bottles of the old one when I realized it was changing & I didn’t like the new formula.)
the Briogeo leave in and I LOVE IT.
@@JoyfulLivingwithJenLefforge Thanks! I’ll have to try that one. I’ve used FoxyCurls for years & I love love loved it…until they went & messed with the formula.
Maybelline, Rimmel, and Urban Decay carry clear lip liner if you really don’t want a line
Thanks! I really love what I'm using now but I'll keep that in mind!
One thing about medications... if you are travelling internationally... DO NOT DECANT YOUR MEDICATIONS INTO A CONTAINER! Always carry your medications in their original packaging and if they don't have your details on them from the dispensing chemist (that's what we call Pharmacists in Australia), also carry a copy of your prescription from your doctor. In some countries it is a criminal offence the decant your medications like that. And the one thing you don't want is that your medication is confiscated.
I use the same brow product and I swear by it! I have a scar through my right eyebrow so I fill in my eyebrows almost anytime I’m leaving the house and it was a game changer.
I really need to get a double set of all my makeup and toiletries too. I’m super minimal when it comes to makeup so I feel like it wouldn’t break the bank and it would just simplify everything if I didn’t have to worry about packing up my makeup and toiletries every time!
Yes that's exactly where I am - one less thing to worry about before a trip!
Hey Jen! I’m a contact wearing, curly girl with thyroid disease too. We must be friends! I think Your videos are great!
How would I pack for 3 months of international travel with only carry on?
I think the liquids bag situation is a crap shoot. In Memphis last week it was “don’t take anything out of your carry on AT ALL”, but this week Orlando made us do the whole shabang (liquids, shoes, electronics, food). ALL. THE. THINGS!!! 🤷🏻♀️
Oh MCO why must you be so difficult….
Sadly, most of these brands test on animals 😓 Perhaps when repurchasing, cruelty-free dupes might be worth hunting down? 💝🕉
I’m diligently working towards getting the brands out of my daily routine that test on animals so thank you for bringing this up!! Work in progress but also would be a great update to this video so stay tuned. Take care!