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Whether you're going on a quick weekend trip or an extended excursion, packing for any vacation always requires some thought. From deciding which bag to carry to which beauty products to bring, there are so many decisions to make before heading out the door to ensure you have everything you need. To help you narrow down what to take on your next adventure, we've curated an edit of 17 travel essentials spanning beauty, fashion, and accessories. And in honor of Black History Month, all the products below are from some of our favorite Black-owned and Black-founded brands.
Ries The Essential Refillable Travel Container Set
To avoid lugging full-size beauty products around, you need Ries' Refillable Travel Container Set. It comes with five leakproof containers—two bottles hold 1.7 ounces, and three hold 3.4 ounces—designed to hold everything from face cream to shampoo. Each bottle is silicone-free, made from recycled plastic, and safe to use with silicone-based products.
Fenty Beauty 3-Piece Makeup Bag
Stash your makeup and skincare in this luxe Fenty Beauty Makeup Bag. The three-piece set includes the dopp kit and two resealable pouches. The best part? 35% of every purchase goes toward Rihanna's Clara Lionel Foundation, which supports climate justice projects in the Caribbean.
Black Girl Sunscreen SPF 30
Sunscreen is a vacation essential, and we love Black Girl Sunscreen SPF 30. The moisturizing formula contains avocado, jojoba, cacao, sunflower oil, and carrot juice. And since it was made with people of color in mind, you don't have to worry about this SPF leaving a white cast.
Pattern Beauty On-the-Go Kit
The haircare products in hotel rooms aren't always the best, so traveling with backups is always great. This kit contains everything you need to wash your hair while away from home, featuring mini versions of the Hydration Shampoo, Heavy Conditioner, and Leave-In Conditioner. Your curls and coils will look incredibly refreshed and defined after using this three-piece set.
Rose Ingleton MD Go With the Glow Daily Duo Skincare Set
If you prefer to keep your skincare routine minimal when you're on the go, you'll love Rose Ingleton MD's Go With the Glow Daily Duo Skincare Set. You'll get to experience the brand's best-selling SuperFruit Brightening Cleanser and the Signature Moisturizer, which are formulated to target dullness, dryness, and signs of aging. Each product is infused with nourishing ingredients like signal peptides, hyaluronic acid, vitamin C, and Jamaican superfruits.
Cay Skin Pout Protection Duo Lip Balm + Mask Kit
You can never have too many lip products. While vacationing, keep your lips moisturized with Cay Skin's Pout Protection Duo Lip Balm + Mask Kit. It has full-size versions of the Isle Lip Balm SPF 30 and Deepwater Nourishing Lip Mask. Both are enriched with barrier-strengthening sea moss, soothing aloe stem cells, and antioxidant-rich vitamin E.
Hanahana Beauty The Perfect Gift Set
You shouldn't travel anywhere without a rich body moisturizer in tow. Hanahana Beauty's gift set will ensure your skin is nourished from head to toe, as it includes three travel-size body butters. Each is handcrafted, featuring conditioning butters (like shea and cocoa) and oils (such as jojoba and avocado). This kit has a trio of scent options, including amber vanilla, lavender vanilla, and unscented.
Grace Eleyae All Silk Turban
Protect your hair while you're away from home with the Grace Eleyae Silk Turban. The luxurious, double-lined silk cap protects against breakage and frizz. While it is one-size-fits-all, this turban features hidden adjustable drawstrings to make it easier to achieve your perfect fit. This turban is so chic and functional that you'll want to wear it everywhere, from lounging at the hotel to a night out on the town.
GrindLikeADoll Tiger's Eye Brown Contour Jacket
Athletic wear is the perfect airport attire; it's cozy and cute. That's why you should snag the GrindLikeADoll Tiger's Eye Brown Contour Jacket, made with an ultrasoft and stretchy material. Pair it with the matching pants and you have a ready-made travel outfit.
Sleep Ova Ribbed Jumpsuit
Packing cute pajamas is nonnegotiable. This elevated sleep jumpsuit is incredibly stylish and comfortable, as it's designed with a high-quality ribbed fabric. You can lounge in it or go to bed wearing it—whatever your heart desires.
Rebecca Allen The Loafer
When deciding what footwear to pack, opt for shoes that can be worn in many ways. Rebecca Allen's Loafers fit the bill. The thoughtfully designed flats can be worn casually or dressy, making them perfect for whatever comes up on your vacation itinerary.
Arch The Plush Edit Slipper
Your vacation loungewear looks aren't complete without a pair of plush slippers. These decorative furry slippers feature a unique square-toe design and come in various colors (including cow print, kelly green, pink, and yellow). When you're ready to relax, just throw on your favorite pajamas and slip these on your feet.
Wndr Ln The Overnighter Weekender Bag
For short stays, all you need is a chic tote. This weekender bag, made with vegan croc leather and nylon, is especially great because it was thoughtfully designed to hold everything you need. It has a trolley strap, a bottom pocket with a zipper, and an interior laptop bag. Most importantly, it will fit right under an airplane seat.
Take Off Luggage Personal Item Suitcase
Luggage is on every traveler's wish list—and Take Off Luggage's Personal Item Suitcase is a must-have. Here's the gist: You can use this luggage as a carry-on suitcase or remove the wheels and turn it into a personal item (Genius, right?). The innovative bag is available in four bold shades—rose gold, red, black, and blue—and is equipped with a TSA-approved lock to protect your belongings.
Cosy Collection The NAB Pillow
The Cosy Collection NAB Pillow is another travel-specific invention you want to add to your cart ASAP. This neck pillow is unique as it's the first and only one meant to be stuffed with clothes (the design is patent-pending and TSA-approved). In other words, you can pack extra outfits and travel more comfortably, making this accessory a winner across the board.
Diop Fanny Pack
For those who want to travel light throughout the day, Diop's Fanny Pack is a great accessory choice. The wraparound bag, made from 100% recycled material, will fit all your essentials (like your phone, wallet, keys, and sunglasses). In addition to offering roomy storage, this fanny pack is also water-resistant.
E Marie Travel Blanket and Eye Mask
You'll want to keep E Marie's Travel Blanket and Eye Mask handy if you always take naps during a flight (*raises hand*). The wrap can be used as a blanket, scarf, pillow, or shawl, while the eye mask instantly blocks out airplane lighting to ensure you get some rest. You can pick this two-piece set up in 11 colors, from neutral shades like black and gray to deeper shades like olive and blue.
