Spring Break Prep

What to do before your trip and which beauty essentials to pack.

With spring break coming up, it’s the perfect time to start thinking about what beauty prep you want to do before your trip or even your staycation. Doing certain beauty treatments in advance can make your break run more smoothly and save you some time each day when you are getting ready.

Hair
Whether you want to have a low-maintenance style or wear it naturally, planning this out and doing certain hair prep ahead of time is essential. 

  • Get your hair done: braids, extensions, sew-ins, etc. 

  • Use a deep conditioning mask to boost moisture. 

  • Trim split ends, if needed. 

  • Use a clarifying shampoo to remove buildup.

Hair Removal
Waxing or shaving before going on a trip will make daily upkeep less time-consuming. If you’re getting a wax, try to schedule it a few days before leaving to reduce irritation.

Nails & Toes
A new set of nails will last your whole break and elevate your hands in all your pictures. You can choose between Gel-X, gel, acrylic, builder gel, or regular polish, depending on your preference and how long you want them to last. You could do a neutral color, a staple like French tips, or find a cute vacation design on social media or Pinterest.

Brows
Your eyebrows are what frame your face, and doing some maintenance before your trip can cut down on getting-ready time. Schedule a brow wax or threading appointment, or go for at-home maintenance — shaving, tweezing, and dyeing them with beard dye.

Lashes
Having your lashes done or using an easy product can either replace a lash routine or make it 10 times easier.

  • Lash lift, extensions, or clusters

  • Lash tint for a more natural look

  • Tubing mascara for quick and easy removal 

  • Waterproof mascara if you’ll be in the water

Body Care
Taking extra care of your body before your break will make your skin smoother and more hydrated.

  • Exfoliate a few days before leaving

  • Use hydrating lotions or body creams

  • Use a gentle lip scrub

  • Self-tan a few days in advance

Teeth
Whitening your teeth before spring break helps you have a brighter smile in all of the photos you’ll post to Instagram later.

Essentials to bring
When packing your beauty products, focus on bringing things you’ll use multiple times and that are in travel-size containers to save space.

  • Tinted SPF or skin tint

  • Cream blush and bronzer

  • Brow gel

  • Lip balm with SPF, lip tint, lip gloss

  • Body oil and lotion

  • Razor

  • Everyday skincare, body care, and hair care products in refillable travel bottles