3 Beauty Products You NEED for EVERY Type of Honeymoon

Planning and packing for a honeymoon in the middle of wedding planning can seem daunting. Between deciding what to wear and which essentials are really necessary for the trip, you’re probably already making a list and figuring out how it’s all going to fit in your luggage.

To give you some relief, we’ve broken down the must-have products you really need, for every type of honeymoon. At the very least, these tips will take some of the guesswork out of packing your toiletries.

Going to the beach:

Bronze Keep that sun-kissed look from touchdown to take off with a bronzer. For your beach getaway, you want a subtle bronzer that will allow you to build color as you tan naturally as the days pass. Our fave is Clinique's True Bronze Pressed Powder Bronzer.

Glow Opt for a fake tan before you leave so you’re not tempted to bake in the sun while you’re away. If you don’t have time to make an appointment at the salon try Tarte’s Brazillance Plus+ Self Tanner. This tanner has skincare ingredients like aloe, Vitamin E, squalene, and citric acid to leave your skin bronzer and noticeably smoother.

Waterproof Let’s be honest, you will want to continue your flawless look from your wedding throughout your honeymoon with makeup. But you don’t want to look like you’re wearing makeup—nobody wants those raccoon eyes after a dip in the pool. Try Lancome Definicils Lengthening and Waterproof Mascara, which beauty pros love because it will stay on when you need it to, but it’s easy to wash off with makeup remover.

Going on an adventure:

Bug-free Bring Citronella oil with you to help you stay bug-bite free. Bug Off! Essential Oil Blend has a strong citronella scent. Apply it to ankles, wrists, and back of the neck to help keep mosquitoes, fleas, ticks, and other insects away. An alternative to bug sprays with DDT, the oil can also act an as a natural antiseptic.

Dirt-free If you’re staying in jungle lodges or camping, you’ll want to bring some cleansing wipes to keep yourself feeling fresh and clean. Yes to Cucumbers Facial Wipes smell awesome, plus they’re perfect for getting the grime off.

Sweat-free If you’re going to be in trekking for miles and want to stay sweat-free (or as close to sweat-free as possible), look into antiperspirants that can wick away wetness. Sweat Block towelettes can control sweat for up to seven days.

 Pack wisely my Elite Friends! Your favorite beauty must-haves can be difficult to find in some destinations. We want to hear from you. Let us know your travel faves!

5 Insider Tips for Staying Comfortable on Your Wedding Day

All the blogs and magazines share tips for looking flawless on your wedding day but rarely do we talk about how to feel great on your big day…especially when you’re wearing a beaded gown with layered of tulle and tons of hairspray. To ensure you’re as comfortable as you are beautiful, take LaTonya’s tips for enjoying your day with fidgeting or readjusting a thing.

Bypass too-tight shapewear

Squeezing yourself in shapewear that is too small is not worth the agony…seriously. Yes, you will cinch in an inch or two, but you won’t be able to sit, eat or (most importantly) dance comfortably. Besides, you’ll look gorgeous without it and feel much, much better.

Save the lingerie for your honeymoon

While it might seem sweet to wear sexy lingerie under your gown, it may not be worth the discomfort—especially if you’re getting married during the summer. Plus, after dancing and just general wear, you’ll likely want to change into something fresh before your wedding night officially gets under way.

Unzip when you can

If you’re wearing a corset top dress, have someone undo your dress for the ride to the ceremony, especially if you have a long trip. You’ll likely be nervous and sweating more than usual anyway so being all zipped up into your dress might get uncomfortable. Have your maid of honor or stylist help you secure your dress before you walk down the aisle.

Bring a cover up

If there’s even a chance of a breeze or low temperatures, make sure you have something that you can wrap yourself up in. You don’t want to shiver during your pictures (they always take longer than you think!) or at the end of the night when you’ll want to continue visiting with guests in the night air. Bring along a wrap or a cute shawl to wear over your wedding dress.

Pack a backup pair of shoes

Even if your shoes are comfortable, standing in heels all day will take its toll on anybody. Bring a pair of comfortable flats or slippers so you can swap out your heels when needed. By the time your reception comes around you will thank me.