Comments on: Packing Light: Dopp Kit

By: hippittee

hippittee — Mon, 26 Apr 2010 20:16:13 +0000

OMG – totally with you on the Maybellene Superstay Lipcolor — that stuff ROCKS. Although it’s not necessary -because it never wears off – I do keep a stick in my bathroom, my cosmetic bag, and my car (less so in the hot summers)!!

By: Michelle

Michelle — Mon, 26 Apr 2010 16:06:38 +0000

I need to work on my kit. I’ve never called it a dopp kit, I called it a travel kit. You gave some great suggestions!

By: Eric Normand

Eric Normand — Mon, 26 Apr 2010 14:09:25 +0000

I used to travel for work all the time. I never needed more than a small shoulder bag. At first I thought checking my bag was convenient, until the check-in counters became “automated” and they started charging for your first bag.

Of course, I would use the hotel soap and shampoo. So I only had a few liquids. Then again, I’m a guy, so no makeup allowed.

Here’s a tip: bring an empty nalgene through security and fill it up at the water fountain.

By: erika edith

erika edith — Mon, 26 Apr 2010 03:23:13 +0000

I think I have to plan a trip now, just so I can practice packing :) Thanks for all the insider tips!

By: Kristen

Kristen — Sun, 25 Apr 2010 18:17:49 +0000

My favorite item for everyday purse and especially for the travel kit is a small bottle of a yummy essential oil (rose is my choice). It’s perfect a perfume (substitute if you have something else you like, though I use this daily instead), in the bath (love!), and can be added to a tea light to make it a scented candle. I also like peppermint because it’s a nice pick-me-up after a long day of travel and helps if I’ve got a headache.

By: Joelle

Joelle — Sun, 25 Apr 2010 01:18:40 +0000

I always bring at least 1 spare contact. Hardly matters if it’s the right prescription. What matters is if I lose or rip one, I need something in that eye. Learned *that* in Mexico.

By: Marissa

Marissa — Sat, 24 Apr 2010 10:58:42 +0000

I love these
http://www.physiciansformula.com/en-us/productdetail/organic-wear-product/01202.html

They are good makeup remover towels and next time I travel I’m going to take them as baby wipe/whore showers.

For just straight up makeup removal I like these better:
http://www.physiciansformula.com/en-us/productdetail/organic-wear-product/01199.html

They are wetter and get the job done.