Master your holiday glam with this essential make-up guide

Irrespective of whether you enjoy travelling for the lsquofeelsrsquo or the Instagram reels yoursquoll need a handy makeup kit that can help you to put together basic to somewhat glamorous looks on the go And for most makeup lovers this can prove to be an exercise in frustration mdash how much is too much how much is just enough how do you ensure that your makeup endures the rigours of your travel and what if you forget to pack an essential item We reached out to two experts to help simplify the processDrishya BhagyanathPlan and prepldquoIrsquove put together a simple kit with the essentials which I carry with me whenever I travel I add or edit out from this depending on the specifics of my holiday plansrdquo explains stylist and image consultant Disha Selarka Her basic kit comprises a primer a base product foundation BB or CC cream a compact to set the base mascara and eyeliner a small palette that has eyeshadow blush and a highlighter lipstick and lip gloss Besides these she also packs in a perfume for the day and one for the eveningsPack basics like a highlighter and an eyelinerTemperature checkMake sure to account for the weather of the destination you are travelling to emphasises makeup artist Drishya Bhagyanath For sunkissed beaches donrsquot forget a setting spray that will lock your makeup in place Carry bronzy products to accentuate your tan check for waterproof versions of your usual products For colder climates choose hydrating products that will help your skin retain moistureMultitasking heroesInstead of packing a product for each step of your makeup process look for multiuse products to save space For instance a lip and cheek tint can replace your traditional lipstick and blush while a compact foundation can eliminate the mess of a liquid foundation and concealer and the stress of carrying loose powder says Bhagyanath She adds that contour and highlighter sticks are relatively fussfree while an eye pencil that can be used as both an eyeliner and kajal can further ease your packing woesUse a lip and cheek tint for convenient and quick fixesThe vacay checklist Keep a mini kit in your handbag which will be allowed in your hand luggage and check in the more comprehensive makeup kit Having a mini kit on hand helps with touchups during and after your travel and before reaching your destination You can also use the kit to touch up throughout the trip This kit can include a compact blush lipstick and perfumeCarry a sunscreen that suits your skin type Regardless of your destination always carry sunscreen and your basic skincare with you Stick to products you use every day while travelling This is not the time to experiment with new products or more elaborate looksA compact can come in handy for touchups on the go Have a hero product that you can quickly throw on to instantly elevate your look and mood This could be a kajal eyeliner lipstick or blush It can also be your goto product that you apply even when you donrsquot want to apply any makeup Use travelsized versions of your favourite products or transfer smaller quantities into travelsized containers Minimal and simpler looks are easier to perfect on the go and less likely to go wrong They wear much better than looks with too many layersBy Disha Selarka