While tossing a blow dryer into our backpacks was tempting, we realized we had to simplify our hair care routine to lighten our load. This called for expert advice, so The Lost Girls consulted Alain Pinon, master stylist and co-owner of A-K-S salon in New York City (pictured), and Kathleen Flynn, author of Beyond Blonde, for travel style tips.Don’t forget your sunscreen. We know, it’s hard to conceive living without beauty helpers like mousse, gel and hairspray. But you can swap those bulky bottles for sunscreen—really! Sunscreen that contains ingredients like shea butter or coconut oil protects hair and adds shine without making it greasy (other ingredients like alcohol counteract the slickness). Bonus: You’ll beat the frizzies because oil saturates hair strands so it can’t absorb more moisture.
All about accessories. Use your imagination to add style and nobody will notice you haven’t showered in three days (unless you forgot to pack deodorant, that is). The scarf you tossed in your bag for a belt can morph into a headband. Those sparkly earrings can be secured to a section of hair when it’s in a ponytail to add funky details for a night on the town.
Pack products that multitask. Every item precious enough to make the packing cut should earn its keep by doing double-duty. Opt for products that’ll minimize the amount of beauty supplies you’ll need to tote. Holly swears by Phyto Plage Moisturizing Hair and Body Wash (who wants to carry around a slippery bar of soap?). Another good bet is leave-in conditioner: It moisturizes your hair and eliminates the need for gel or mousse since it smoothes flyaways.Do you have a multitasking product you love or an on-the-road beauty tip? The Lost Girls want to hear all about it! Write to lostgirlsworld@gmail.com.
Hahaha!! Hilarious and informative ;-)! Have to give this tip to my sis.
ReplyDeleteOoh! Ooh! I do! I do!
ReplyDeleteOkay! I told Amanda about the alcohol-drenched cotton balls in a resealable bag.
My other thing! Olive oil! Heck, it doesn't even have to be extra virgin or anything! Good on the face, replaces lotion anyhwere, and good moisturizer after bathing or showering! Rub it down with the water and you may not even need a towel except to wipe up the excess the first few times you do it.
I hear it's the secret to smooth skin well after you are not supposed to have it. Want proof? Take a look at my blog. The current pic of me behind the logo? That's when I was 39...about a year ago.
One other thing. Mini-sized spritz bottles are my traveling friend.