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This article is written by a student writer from the Her Campus at Plattsburgh chapter.

Spring break is coming upon us yet again no matter where you are. Whether sitting on a chair on the beach,  taking a road trip with your best friends, or even having your stay-cation (which I will personally be doing #burnout) it’s important to be packed and ready for whatever your days might bring. To begin forming your ultimate packing list, you must create subsections for what you must bring, such as beauty bags, clothing, purses, etc. Staying organized is especially important when traveling at such a high traffic time.

Hair Care

  • Hairbrush (duh)
  • Hair ties and SILK scrunchies (for wet hair) 
  • Detangler Spray
  • SPF for your hair (yes you need to protect your scalp as well) I recommend Not Your Mother’s – Beach Babe Sunscreen Scalp and Hair Mist which has SPF 30 and a nongreasy formula for my greasy hair girls (because same)
  • Hair styling tool (straightener, curling iron, hairdryer, etc)

Makeup

  •  BB cream or a lightweight foundation, for days where you’re moving around or laying in the sun having a lightweight base, is perfect for making sure your makeup is long-lasting and not harming your skin
  • Your favorite lightweight concealer 
  • A travel-sized eyeshadow with neutrals for daytime and some glitter for a going-out look
  • Powder with SPF!!
  • Liquid Blush – is always a perfect go-to, especially on sunny days liquid blush has a better chance of staying on the skin 
  • An extra hold setting spray – being out in the sun will cause your makeup to melt away, this sports fix is my #1 product in the summer and holds my makeup in place all-day 

Skincare

  • Your go-to cleanser 
  • Exfoliator!! (Let your skin breathe) 
  • Makeup Remover
  • Razor
  • Aloe Vera, I have been caught without this one too often because people have sold it in stores. DONT FORGET!!!!
  • Not one but TWO sunscreens, you need the proper sunscreen for your face, I prefer a tinted face sunscreen so that I don’t get the white residue on my face, and don’t forget your regular body sunscreen, whether you’re on an excursion or laying on the beach, making sure that you are using the proper skin care is vital to protecting your skin.

Fanny Pack

  • Plane Tickets (if you’re traveling )
  • Headphones
  • Sunglasses  
  • Hand sanitizer 
  • Portable Charger 
  • Eye mask (for sleeping ofc)

Purse

  • Cell Phone
  • Wallet 
  • ID 
  • Gum
  • Lip Combo
  • Reusable straw

Now this list can be universal and used however you may need but no matter where you may find yourself during spring break I hope that you are enjoying your well-deserved vacation or stay-cation. 

Emily Urgiles

Plattsburgh '25

Hello! I'm Emily Urgiles, a senior attending SUNY Plattsburgh. I am currently studying Social Work. I am the president of this chapter. I'm also a Social media manager for TRIO Student Support Services and am apart of Campus Trendsetters. In my free time I enjoy shopping, painting and spending time with friends.