Are you planning a summer trip to somewhere warm soon? I hope so! The best part of warm weather travel for me, is usually less makeup so having a good skincare routine is a game changer. The most important thing to me is moisturizing and hydrating the skin to look glowy the whole trip.
Check out my list of essentials for any trip in warmer weather to help protect your skin and make you feel put together even without makeup on.
top 6 best skincare products for travel in warm weather
1. Byoma Face SPF 50
Byoma is amazing and this face fluid spf is the perfect travel sunscreen — it’s only 1.69 fl. oz! Great for carry-ons or traveling with a backpack. This sunscreen is lightweight, protective and layers well with moisturizer and makeup. I can’t rave about this more. It’s a necessity.
2. Byoma Hydrating Serum
Again, for me, as a girl with very dry skin, my skincare is ALL about the hydration. I love using the Byoma Hydrating Toner daily and would pack it if I was checking a bag but for carry-on purposes and because this is an amazing product, I would bring the Hydrating Serum.
3. Hawaiian Tropic After Sun Body Butter
Another must have when traveling somewhere warm, specifically if you will be spending anytime at a beach. Beach, shower, Hawaiian Tropic body butter, cute dress, dinner. The perfect combo. It smells so good and feels amazing after being in the sun all day. Love this for keeping my whole body hydrated and glowing.
4. La Roche Posay Hydrating Gentle Cleanser
This set comes with the Hydrating Cleanser and their Double Repair Face Moisturizer. Talk about a dream combo. Both of these products are amazing especially for the girls with sensitive or dry skin. The sizes are perfect to throw in your bag on a whim and jet set away!
5. Hawaiian Tropic Sheer Touch SPF 30
I love the coverage on this sunscreen–it makes my skin look glowy, it’s protective, but I still get a little sun on my skin.
I don’t usually bring a body sunscreen if I’m heading to a city. Like if I’m traveling to Europe in the spring/summer and my itinerary doesn’t call for any beach days or maybe just 1 or 2, I wouldn’t pack this. However, if you have the space and are planning on heading to a beach during your trip I would throw it in. You won’t regret having it!
6. Laneige Glowy Lip Balm
Having chapped or dry lips is the worst. Make sure to pack your fave lip balm! Bonus points if it has SPF. Laneige Glowy Lip Balm has me in a chokehold. It’s the perfect glossy addition to your skincare look and won’t melt in your bag or car in the heat.
Travel Skincare Kits I Think Are Worth It
If you want a set that does most of the work for you, here are a couple of skincare kits that I think are 100% worth the splurge:
BYOMA So Hydrating Set
Great value and perfect for dry skin lovers.
SOL DE JANEIRO Bum Bum Summer Jet Set
Smells amazing and gives total vacation vibes.
Traveling somewhere sunny is the perfect excuse to simplify your beauty routine and let your natural glow shine through. With the right products, you can keep your skin protected, hydrated, and feeling fresh—no foundation necessary!
A few quick tips for warm weather skincare while traveling:
- Stick to minis when possible. Most of the products I listed are travel-sized or come in TSA-friendly packaging—perfect for carry-ons.
- Layer lightweight products. In the heat, less is more. Use hydrating serums and lightweight SPF to avoid clogging your pores.
- Hydrate from the inside out. Drink tons of water (especially if you’re flying or spending time in the sun).
- Double up on SPF. I always use a dedicated face SPF and a separate one for my body. Reapply every few hours, especially if you’re swimming or sweating.
- Don’t forget your lips! A nourishing, SPF-infused lip balm is great or a favorite like the Laneige one I mentioned can be a lifesaver.
With these essentials and tips in your bag, you’ll be glowing all trip long—even without makeup.
Leave a Reply