Gorgeous on the Go: Beauty Products Worth Packing

Finally, I am getting to escape the Big Apple for a few days - I am heading on a jaunt to Boston next week for a little business and mucho pleasure! In addition to planning out my itinerary (museums, meals, and music) and selecting some pretty frocks, I am paying careful attention to what beauty products to bring. Here are a few of my at-home favorites that are definitely worth packing. Give them a try!

ProSilk Hair Smoothing Shine Enhancer with Silk Serums
$19.95
ProSilk Serum is nothing less than fantastic. When I received a sample, I honestly did not have high expectations - I figured it was just another sticky serum that would weigh my my hair down and leave it way too shiny. Au contraire - I have tried just about every serum on the market and ProSilk has quickly moved up the list as my new favorite.

The texture is lightweight, silky, and imparts a subtle shine. Somehow, it manages to smooth your hair without weighing it down - your hair will still move. And, ProSilk works well on ALL hair types - and it is really good on hair extensions. Beyond making your tresses look great, ProSilk helps fill in the voids on the cuticle layer by strengthening and bonding hair inside and outside. If you use a flat iron or other heat appliances, ProSilk will protect your tresses from the heat. It also has UV protection. You can even use ProSilk on your body. The scent is great too - ProSilk Silk Serum has a subtle aroma of fresh melon.


Dermalogica Daily Microfoliant
$50
I received a sample size of Dermalogica Daily Microfolient in a gift bag a few weeks ago. Did I like it? Well, yesterday I made a trip to their store in Soho (NYC) to shell out 50 bucks to buy my own! Yes, it is a little pricey but the results are worth it. And, this bottle should last about a year - a great return on investment!

Unlike most scrubs, Dermalogica Microfolient does not feel at all harsh - you won't feel any little beads rubbing against your skin. It is a very fine powder that you shake into your wet hands and it turns into a creamy paste. Massage it into your face for a minute and voila - smooth, soft skin. It is gentle enough to use daily after your regular cleanser. The powder may look simple but it is packed full of powerful ingredients like, Salicylic Acid, Rice Enzymes, Green Tea and Licorice Root Extract, that calm the skin and balance out uneven pigmentation.

Cover FX Powder FX Pressed Mineral Powder Foundation SPF 10
$35
About 2 months ago, I stormed into Sephora seeking the perfect powder foundation. Just a few days prior, I had shelled out $45 on a well-known brand that did not deliver - no coverage, chalky, and no oil control. When the salesperson pointed me towards Cover FX, I balked. I had never heard of it and it just didn't sound chic or sexy. Well, it may not be stylish but this Powder FX delivers. If you have oily and sensitive skin like mine, Cover FX provides natural coverage, absorbs oil, and protects skin with SPF 10. They have a shade to match virtually every skin tone. A little bit goes a long way and the pressed powder format is perfect for travel.