Let’s face it—traveling these days can be a major pain. With the horribly inconvenient restrictions on how much can be carried on board—who really can get away with only three ounces of shampoo, anyway?—it’s seemingly impossible to look chic while jet-setting off to St. Barth’s. Luckily, I’ve come up with some foolproof ways to look as gorgeous as ever while playing by those annoying TSA rules. Best of all?They’re all under $10!  Bath & Body Works Signature Collection Sweet Pea Shimmer Lotion ($5.25)Humidity got your tresses all in a tizzy? Never fear—your everyday lotion can help! This deliciously scented one not only keeps your skin from drying out after soaking in chlorine and salt water, a dime-sized amount run through your hair will calm frizz! Added bonus: the hint of shimmer is so sexily sultry.Smith’s Rosebud Salve ($6)Not only is this the absolute best lip balm ever—it leaves your pucker smoother than you’d ever think possible—it can be used to soften chapped hands, moisten cuticles and even soothe cuts.Garnier Fructis Sleek & Shine Fortifying Cream Conditioner ($3.59)We all know the main function of conditioner—to make hair silky, soft and smooth. But when your suitcase is overflowing, did you know you can use it in place of shaving cream, too? Just slather it on your legs and let your razor do its magic. Try this one: its rich, creamy formula ensures a nick-free shave.

Jamie Allison Sanders is a self-professed beauty junkie who, from a very young age, absolutely adored playing with her mom's makeup and getting huge makeup palettes from the drugstore for her birthday each year. Her freelance work has appeared in Harper’s Bazaar, Allure, the Shecky’s 2007 Beauty Book and StyleBakery Teen. When not playing with products as the Creator of The Beauty of Life, Jamie is also the Associate Beauty Editor for Teen Scene Magazine and fuels her love for polo shirts as the Copywriter for Ralph Lauren.
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