When I travel — whether it’s a weekend away in Wales or an adventure somewhere further afield — I try to make thoughtful choices about what I pack. I look for products that actually work, feel lovely to use, and are as kind as possible to both me and the planet.
I use an app called Yuka to scan and rate products based on their ingredients and environmental impact. It’s a great guide, though not everything I use gets a perfect score! For me, it’s about balance — finding things that fit my lifestyle and values while still being practical for real life and travel.
This isn’t a sponsored post — just a genuine list of things I’ve tried, tested, and loved, from kitchen shifts to tropical humidity.
🧴 AKT Deodorant
This one is a firm favourite. It smells amazing and genuinely works, whether I’m in the kitchen at work or exploring somewhere hot and humid. The travel-sized versions are perfect for a week away, and I love that the key lets you use up every last drop — no waste, and no bulky aerosols.
It’s a little luxury that feels good and does good, made to last and packed in aluminium rather than plastic.
💧 Dermalogica Active Moist
This has been one of my go-to moisturisers for years. It’s lightweight, barely scented, and sits perfectly under makeup — especially in warm or humid weather. It hydrates without feeling heavy or greasy, which makes it ideal for travel when your skin goes through a lot (air conditioning, sun, salt water, different climates…).
A reliable favourite that quietly does its job every single day.
☀️ Vichy Capital Soleil SPF 30
Sun protection is non-negotiable when I travel, and Vichy Capital Soleil SPF 30 is one of the best I’ve found. It’s lightweight, not greasy, and absorbs easily, so it doesn’t leave that sticky sunscreen feeling behind.
It sits well under makeup or on bare skin and keeps skin feeling comfortable all day — perfect for sunny walks, café stops, and exploring new places.
☀️ Caudalie Vinosun Protect SPF 50
For stronger sun or long days outdoors, I reach for Caudalie’s Vinosun Protect SPF 50. It’s light to use, completely unscented, and beautifully compact, which makes it perfect for travel.
It doesn’t feel heavy or sticky — just smooth and breathable — and it’s designed with sensitive skin in mind, made with more natural ingredients than most high-SPF sunscreens.
🫧 Vely Soapery – Italian Summer Soap on a Rope & Solid Shampoo
Available at Flore Lifestyle Boutique
These are a little slice of sunshine in my travel bag. Both the Italian Summer Soap on a Rope and the Vely Soapery Solid Shampoo Bar smell absolutely amazing — fresh, uplifting, and just the right touch of luxury.
The soap lathers beautifully, leaving skin clean but never dry, and the solid shampoo gives a rich, foamy lather that feels just like using liquid shampoo — only without the plastic bottles. Both are compact, long-lasting, and perfect for travel (no leaks, no fuss, no waste).
I stock these in my shop, Flore Lifestyle Boutique, because they’re everything I love in a product — sustainable, beautifully made, and a joy to use.
✈️ Final Thoughts
Packing for travel has become more about simplicity and sustainability for me — choosing things that last, that feel lovely to use, and that don’t cost the earth (in every sense).
If you’re curious about what’s in your own products, I really recommend giving Yuka a try. It’s a small step toward more mindful choices — and it makes discovering new, planet-friendly favourites surprisingly fun.
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