prncssjenn

The Konjac sponge seems to be a great idea. Apparently I learned the hard way on economy that there are no easily dispensed washcloths on United.
I think I'll go back to Sephora to hit up on some samples.

Kirstine1213

I just apply face powder and a little bit of blush-on on my cheek. I always makes sure to bring with me my facial cleanser and my favorite skin care product the Triple Action Vitamin C Serum by VoilaVe. I read online that Vitamin C is a powerful anti-oxidant that works on the collagen synthesis and fades pigmentation on the surface of the skin.I have used this serum for a couple of weeks now, and was satisfied with the results. I will continue using this and looking forward to more positive results. You can find it on Amazon. Check it out too.

freecia

Made up some dry shampoo recently and it seems to work ok if I apply it the night before. It also gives a bit of lift at the roots so hair isn't so flat.
http://wellnessmama.com/5047/diy-dry-shampoo/

Since I purchased the arrowroot and cocoa powder from bulk bins at Whole Foods and Sprouts (near the spices), it basically cost < $2 + old jar + old makeup brush. Mine smells like cocoa and looks more brown than white. Would probably just put it into a mini sifter jar for travel.

rsqrott

Freecia- I read about the arrowroot + cocoa powder on refinery29 and was planning to try it. I'm glad to hear that it works and doesn't leave the delightful "powdered wig look" that can happen when brunettes use non tinted dry shampoo. I'm looking forward to exploring the link that you sent as well. My hair is horribly dry and washing it every day is a bad idea. But if I try to go longer than a day between washings the roots are lank and...well...gross. I have been searching for a dry shampoo that I can use that doesn't = the powdered wig or the spray on hair look.

Prncssjen- I had a thought regarding travel washcloths...at local Japanese restaurants they bring around those pre-wrapped, heated moist cloths for cleaning your hands. I wonder if you could purchase some (or if they'd just give you some)? Possibly being able to heat the package under warm water or moisten the cloth itself that way? Then toss when you're done.

rsqrott

I have a new product in my arsenal that I thought I'd share. Clinique's Pore Refining Solutions Instant Perfector. It comes in a small tube that fits neatly in my 3-1-1 bag. It comes in different shades, goes on perfectly matte and instantly minimizes pores. This is an issue for me because I don't wear foundation but my pores can get huge. A swipe of this stuff and my pores are invisible. Even better, it looks like there's nothing on my face.

I suggest a visit to Sephora or a Clinique counter to check this product out. An associate at the Duty Free in EWR had suggested it to me and I had dismissed it because of the tint but I am so glad that she pointed it out because I never would have tried it otherwise.
http://www.sephora.com/pore-refining...?skuId=1318666

businesscasual

Seconding the plaits. I always plait my hair before long-hauls. Just a simple three-strand means it's flat against my head and very comfy. And I can redo it in about two seconds flat with my never-traveled-without pocket comb.

JR14

Personally, I'd skip the eyeliner. Unless you've got something that's heavy-duty waterproof, on a long flight (especially if you're likely to sleep) eyeliner's a surefire recipe for raccoon eyes. I'd say to apply it towards the end of the plane ride, but you really don't want turbulence interfering when you're putting on eye makeup!

rsqrott

I have found that a good gel liner (I prefer Stila) applied to the upper lash line will easily stay put without fading or raccoon-ing. I have even had it survive a visit to the eye dr with full pupil dilation!.

JR14

I'm impressed! Thanks for the tip, I'll have to try that

Hoyaheel

What is the applicator for Stila? I love liquid "pens" but have been known to have problems (user error! ;-) with fine brushes. I love liquid liner but use cheaper options (almay, palladio) because I know I like the applicator.

Though I don't worry about eyeliner on overnight flights....

I am traveling with a colleague to China next month, and I don't know her very well - we've been working on this project since last spring, but not very closely, and she's higher up than I am, so I'm thinking more carefully about my airplane (& packing ;-) routine.....

rsqrott

I use an angled (bent) eyeliner brush with my Stila Smudge Pots. For me the angle makes all of the difference in precision of application over the straight eyeliner brushes. Maybe because it allows me to get closer to the mirror?

Good luck with your upcoming trip! I went through a similar situation two summers ago where I shared accommodations with my boss for a week. While we do know each other pretty well it was basically eggshells for me while I tried to accommodate her.

Hoyaheel

I could try an angle brush - I had one brand that had a pot with a brush in the handle and though it was short and easy to hold, I just did not like the texture or something....

Clearly, it's this type I need to try, right? http://www.ulta.com/ulta/browse/prod...Impprod5220097

I have done trips with my boss where we live together - he and his wife rent a house at the project in Tanzania and any visitors stay there - so that was cozy, but I've also been working with him for quite a while and know his wife quite well, so that's not too awkward (well, that first morning is....). And I still wasn't actually flying to TZ with him....Fortunately my field isn't "corporate" and is somewhat easy going, but still - it's human nature (or at least, my own nature) to want to "look" good (I mean that not just physically) to co-workers & higher-ups.....

rsqrott

Exactly that type! That's a nice looking brush, too.

BaliParis

I am loving some of the new sleeping masks. I recently bought the Peter Thomas Roth Rose Stem Cell Gel Mask(3 mini mask kit, still have to try the other two) and it really leaves my skin soft & with a glow the next morning. I plan to try it on an overnight flight.

I also have the Laneige water sleeping mask, it's ok but a bit sticky.