The Travel Chick List

All things girlie for traveling chicks

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These are a few of my favorite things

I am often asked about my skin care regimen for flights, especially during the winter. My skin would not survive without a few of my favorite things:

-I rarely fly while wearing makeup. I have been using Neutrogena Makeup Remover cleansing towelettes for years. Right before boarding any flight I hit the restroom and take off all of my makeup.

-Once my face dries I apply When Hope is Not Enough facial firming serum by Philosophy. It is jam packed with antioxidants and helps hydrate the skin.

-Next is When Hope is Not Enough gel-oil mask. I. Am. Obsessed. I put a thin layer all over my face and neck. Unlike some other masks it is not visible to others when you put it on. It feels Ah-mazing.

-Last I use CeraVe cream on any skin that’s easily accessible or exposed to give the skin an extra hit of hydration before taking off.

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Just stayed at the Renaissance Charleston for a couple of nights before the holidays. Charleston is such a great, walkable city. The architecture is gorgeous and the food did not disappoint. The Renaissance is in a perfect location to walk to shopping, the outdoor market, walking tours, and restaurants. While in town, I highly recommend Magnolias Restaurant and Husk for unforgettable dinners. 📷: @marriottrewards

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You Need These Apps…

Pure Barre: is my addiction. I always check this app to find a Pure Barre studio wherever I am in the USA and Canada. If there aren’t any studios close, or if the timing doesn’t work, I use the MINDBODY app.

MINDBODY: I love working out but hate the gym. The MINDBODY app is an easy way to find exercise classes plus last minute deals closest to your location. You can also book and pay for classes with the touch of 2 buttons.

European Wax Center: need I say more??

Delta: I’m a Delta girl. The app is necessary. It’s easy to use to book flights, check flight status, find your most up to date departure location, and get checked luggage updates. All with 1 hand while running through the airport

Marriott + SPG: I always use these apps to find the closest hotels to my meetings. Once the two superchains aligned forces there are tons of options for hotels, and for personal time points can transfer from SPG to Marriott and vice versa.

Tripit: all reservations, including dates and times for check in and check out, compiled into one spot. Airline, rail, hotel, rental car… it makes keeping travel plans organized.

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Coconut Oil Changed My Life

I must admit that I am late to hopping on the coconut oil bandwagon, but now that I’m on I will never travel without it.  Coconut oil is naturally antibacterial and antifungal, it is an amazing moisturizer and penetrates the hair better than most other oils.  Things you should swap out of your toiletries bag and replace with coconut oil...  

Lip balm 

Cuticle cream

Shave gel

Makeup remover - Apply to the face and wipe off with a damp cloth, cotton balls, or cotton rounds

Night cream - Apply liberally to the face and neck before bed

Face/body moisturizer - Awesome for dry skin, especially in cold weather... T zone, knees and elbows

Anti-frizz spot treatment - especially awesome for damp days.  Rub a small amount between your hands and run fingers though your hair

Deep hair/scalp conditioner - Apply to hair and scalp before a long flight to protect from the dry airplane air, or use at night before bed

Sunscreen (naturally SPF 8) - Apply to hair before going out in the sun

Tips:  

Coconut oil can be found at lower prices at TJMaxx, Marshalls, or Amazon.com

It’s easiest to transfer to a TSA approved sized bottle when in liquid form (heat for a short time in the microwave and pour)

Not all TSA approved sized containers are created equal.  Many of them leak because the tops unscrew because of the slipperyness of the oil.  Cocotube containers can be found on Amazon.com and are AWESOME for oils.

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How’d I get Here?

I started a new job almost a year ago that requires tons of travel.  I am on planes and trains, and in rental cars every week.  I stay in hotels throughout the United States, from huge cities like New York, NY to small cities, like Fort Wayne, IN.  I go exploring and try local food when I can, but also spend a lot of time in airports trying to figure out what my best option is for an airport meal.  

I had to adjust my usual girly girl beauty routine to be more flexible and easier to pack.  I changed my hair and skincare regimens by trialing new moisturizer products to avoid the drying effects of constantly being in an airplane. I learned how to pack in a carry on suitcase for a 1 week trip, obey the TSA regulations for carry on liquids, and to limit the massive amount of makeup that I usually pack because realized that it just adds weight to my bags.

I learned a lot of things the hard way, and am still trying to figure out how to maintain my beauty and wellness routines with this new-ish road warrior lifestyle. This blog is a glimpse of my journey, and things that I learn along the way about travel hacks, beauty regimens, and life.