7 Things You Should Put On Your Beauty Check-List Right Before You Travel

Jet-setting can be a stressful experience for all, especially if you’re a beauty junkie. There’s always the fear that you’ll leave out an essential product to your skincare routine, for one, or that you’ll get your hand carry products thrown out because it violates the 100ml rule. Boo!

If situations like these send you into a cold sweat, fret not. Daily Vanity has helpfully compiled a beauty check-list that you can consult right before you take off. Read on!

If you’re a traveller, keep reading for some big savings from iShopChangi!

1. Make Sure Your Favourite Products Are Available in Less Than 100ml…

Some of your favourite products may already come in travel-sizes or in travel kits, so make sure to check if they are available especially at the duty-free stores at Changi Airport, or online at iShopChangi before take-off!

This not only greatly reduces the chance of any messy transferring of products, but also allows you to try out products that you ordinarily wouldn’t on your trip.

Plus, the retail offerings at the airport and iShopChangi usually offer a range of travel-exclusive sets that you can’t otherwise get from downtown malls.

The Laneige Lip Sleeping Mask Collection is available on iShopChangi and retails for S$75.50.

2. … and if They Aren’t, Make Sure To Transfer Them Into Travel-Friendly Containers

You can easily find travel-sized bottles in any drugstore or supermarket for a reasonable price. Carefully transfer your liquids and creams over, and make sure to screw the lids on tight for each one to prevent leakage.

A good tip to note when it comes to skincare in particular is to check what kind of bottle your product is originally stored in. If it’s a glass bottle, for instance, it means that the product is designed to be stored in a glass container.

Putting it in a plastic container may, henceforth, cause leakages or dissolving of the bottle itself. Always check and transfer your products to their containers accordingly!

DV Tip: For a cheap alternative to travel containers, transfer your favourite products into clean contact lens cases. They work just as well!

3. Stock Up on Beauty Products at iShopChangi

A good hack for all you beauty junkies out there? Pick up your favourite products at iShopChangi before flying off.

This online tax and duty-free store is designed for ultimate convenience, offering a wide assortment of beauty products. With no worries about authenticity, you can shop everything from international staples like Kylie Cosmetics to local Singaporean bestsellers.

What’s more, home delivery is an option once you’ve hit minimum spending of S$59 on selected brands. This makes stocking up just that much easier!

You don’t even have to drag your loot overseas upon purchase, just arrange for a collection of your purchases upon arrival back in Singapore.

If you’re flying out anytime soon, remember to browse and shop on iShopChangi to enjoy their 11th anniversary deals happening from now till 31 October 2024.

Bestselling beauty products include:

• NARS Radiant Creamy Concealer
• AVEDA Invati Ultra Advanced™ Revitalizing Scalp Serum
• CHLOE Atelier Des Fleurs Cedrus Eau de Parfum
• YVES SAINT LAURENT YSL Loveshine Candy Glow
• JO MALONE LONDON English Pear & Freesia Cologne
• SULWHASOO First Care Activating Serum VI (90ml) Duo

These products are going at up to an extra 15% off* with no minimum expenditure during the celebrations so make sure you maximise on this opportunity. Also, the e-store allows you to make a purchase as early as 30 days and as late as 18 hours before your flight, allowing you plenty of time to mull over your preferred buys.

4. Ensure You Have All Your In-Flight Skincare Essentials

It’s no secret that plane air can dry your skin out. Seriously, aeroplane cabins lack humidity, with reports claiming that the humidity level is only at 20% compared to the recommended 40 to 70% required for hydrated skin.

This means moisturising products are a must-have on plane rides, especially for long commutes.

We recommend a sleeping mask like this one from LANEIGE, or a hydrating facial mist from DECORTÉ that you can spritz on right before getting some shut eye.

The LANEIGE Bouncy & Firm Sleeping Mask (60ml) is available on iShopChangi and retails for S$29.

5. Create a Shopping List

Being unprepared is a sure-fire way to miss out on products that you’ve been meaning to pick up overseas. Plus, sometimes the overwhelming selection available may prompt you to:

1. Overspend
2. Purchase impulsively

Prevent all of this by being organised: come up with a shopping list of products you must-have, products you want to try out, and products that you’ll pick up only if you have the spare cash. Trust us, your wallet will thank you for it.

You can even browse for what you need on iShopChangi in advance of your trip, buy your usual tried-and-tested favourites and peruse new products you might like, and head to the airport to swatch these directly before you make a well-informed decision.

6. Bring Along Your Passport When You Shop

Many overseas stores provide special perks for tourists, and you can easily snag them when you flash your passports at the cashier. Always arm yourself with your passport when you shop to make sure you won’t miss out on these deals!

7. Pack an Extra Bag for All Your Shopping

Bringing your own bag for groceries is a smart move. Some stores charge extra for paper and plastic bags, so using your own saves you money. Plus, it’s way easier to keep everything in one place. And bonus—it’s good for the environment and looks stylish too!

This BEYOND THE VINES tote bag is made with 100% cotton and comes in a special colour-way designed just for the BTV in-Transit collection, giving you the perfect mix of convenience and fashion.

This tote bag from BEYOND THE VINES is available on iShopChangi and it retails for S$15.

If you’re looking for a quick and thoughtful gift solution, consider adding the gift-wrap option available for all Singapore deliveries, whether you’re staying in town or just passing through.

It’s perfect for those last-minute gifting needs and with their anniversary deals offering extra savings, it’s an ideal time to make your present even more special without breaking the bank.

Whether it’s for a loved one or a treat for yourself, our gift-wrap service adds that perfect finishing touch, making your purchase feel even more personalised.

This article is brought to you by iShopChangi.