Pocket-sized skincare travel kits for your holiday adventures

At home, you may be used to carrying out all the steps of a comprehensive skincare routine. This may be a basic yet effective cleanse, tone and moisturise regime or you may be used to going all-out with a double cleanse regime accompanied by serums, eye creams, and a spritz of hydrating spray to target specific skincare concerns.

However, on holiday, it’s not always possible to access your usual products. So when planning your travel skincare routine, there are a few key areas to prioritise.

Hydration

Firstly, hydration is the cornerstone of any good skincare routine — home or away. And it’s particularly important in the summer months when temperatures rise. Hot weather can leave skin feeling dry, as it strips away some of the all-important natural oils. Likewise, if you spend lots of time at the beach or in a pool, the salty sea air and chlorine can lead to your skin feeling dry and irritated.

Packing a good moisturiser will balance out your hydration levels, ensuring your complexion feels soft and soothed.

SPF

Protection from UV rays is another key consideration for your travel skincare kit. Even if your destination is on the cooler side, it’s essential to apply SPF products when you’re out and about.

Convenience

While it would be lovely to pack all your supersize products, chances are you won’t have room in your suitcase! Think about what’s most convenient for your journey. Are you flying to your holiday destination? If so, you’ll need to look at airport regulations and check any bottle or product size restrictions.

You may find it easier to take a combined product to minimise carrying lots of items. Rather than taking separate moisturiser and facial sunscreens, why not look for a moisturiser that already includes SPF? Our Pro Collagen Marine Cream SPF 30 is a perfect example. This hydrating and smoothing moisturiser not only firms and quenches thirsty skin but also offers factor 30 sun protection — all in one handy 3-in-1 formula. 

Do you want to minimise the amount of liquids you take on holiday? Why not pack some of our travel-sized Dynamic Resurfacing Facial Pads? With just a couple of gentle swipes, these mess-free pads gently exfoliate, leaving your skin looking smoother and brighter.

Size matters when it comes to travel skincare. We’ve already touched on airport regulations, but smaller items can be useful wherever you vacation. For a start, pocket-sized skincare products will leave plenty of suitcase real estate for your favourite beachwear, summer reads, and travel snacks.

Developing an effective skincare routine is all about consistency, so keeping up with it while you’re on holiday can help you get the most out of your products. That’s why we’ve put together a handy collection of travel friendly skincare items, packed with everything you need to not only stick with your skincare routine but get the best results from it.

Our travel size skincare products are small but mighty, brimming with active ingredients that will leave your skin feeling cleansed, nourished, and revitalised. From our Travel Dynamic Resurfacing Facial Wash — perfect for morning cleansing — to our Pro Collagen Night Cream for your bedtime routine, each item is small enough to pop in your makeup bag but effective enough to yield noticeable results.

If you prefer to travel as minimally as possible, then our Travel Superfood Multi Mist is perfect for you. This versatile skincare gem offers a multitude of benefits with a refreshing 4-in-1 mist. Not only does this mist hydrate and tone your skin, but it also primes and sets your makeup, ensuring a glowing complexion that lasts all day.

And if you’re looking to tackle some heavy layers of sunscreen at the end of the day, the oil-based formula of our Pro Collagen Cleansing Balm expertly breaks down water-resistant SPF, leaving your skin cleansed and refreshed. With the 20g travel size option, it’s an essential companion for on-the-go skincare routines.

If you already have a clear idea of what works best for your skin, why not mix and match our travel items to create a personalised holiday toolkit? Opt for a travel-sized version of our Soothing Apricot Toner if you have sensitive skin or try our Travel Balancing Lavender Toner if you’re looking for something purifying and hydrating for combination skin.

Not quite sure which products are best suited to your skin type? We’ve put together some carefully curated skincare kits that include travel-sized products that will work in perfect harmony on the go. Packed with bestselling facial and body skincare items. 

The Iconic Collection

Presented in a stylish and exclusive travel bag, The Iconic Collection features seven best-love skincare heroes that will keep you feeling nourished and refreshed wherever you go. Including a 50g special sized version of our Pro-Collagen Cleansing Balm, 14 of our Dynamic Resurfacing Facial Pads, and a 15ml version of our Superfood Midnight Facial amongst others, it’s a great holiday option.

The Grooming Collection

This go-to collection of men’s skincare products is housed in an elegant black travel bag. With five travel essentials, including our Ice-Cool Foaming Shave Gel and Dynamic Resurfacing Facial Wash, The Grooming Collection is perfect for feeling revitalised on holiday. 

ELEMIS Travels The Collector’s Edition Gift Set

Experience indulgent skincare on your journeys with our must-have ELEMIS Travels The Collector's Edition Gift Set. Effortlessly melt away impurities with our beloved Pro-Collagen Cleansing Balm, while the Pro-Collagen Marine Cream provides deep hydration and a youthful glow. This perfect travel companion includes four additional skincare products, all neatly packaged in a blue quilted washbag for your convenience.

Before heading off on your adventure, we have a few hints and tips to ensure your skin feels and looks its best all holiday long.

Try out any new products before you go on holiday

While it can be exciting to try new products, it can also take a bit of time to settle into a routine and get the most out of them. If you’re keen to try some new skincare items, it’s a good idea to test them out at home — that way, you can know if they work for your skin type in the comfort of your own bathroom.

Stick with the essentials

When packing light is vital, try to stick with the essential daily products you know you’ll use. Other items, such as masks or scrubs you only use once a week or so, can stay at home.

Just take what you need

As well as helping keep your bags light, travel sized skincare products ensure you only take as much as you need. There’s no point loading up on an extra large bottle of toner on your weekend break if you’re only going to use a small amount.

Another option is to decant your favourite products into reusable travel bottles. That way you can still enjoy using your regular cleanser, moisturiser, or serum on holiday without lugging big tubs or bottles. Plus, you know you’ll have plenty to return home to.

Whether you’re heading off on a weekend minibreak in the UK or a month-long adventure further afield, there’s no need to leave your skincare routine at home. With travel size skincare products and curated travel kits, we have all you need to keep your complexion feeling it’s best while you’re away. Explore the ELEMIS travel-friendly collection and get ready for your upcoming trip.