Heading to Glastonbury this weekend? Or have another festival on the horizon over the summer? Well fear not as we’ve found the products you won’t want to leave the house without.
From fake lashes to dry shampoo, dissolvable makeup wipes to toothpaste tablets - and of course hand sanitiser. These are the ultimate essentials that are already in our backpack and Uniqlo Nylon Crossbody Bag as we speak.
After a two year hiatus because of Covid, we cannot wait to frolic around the fields, dashing to see on artist after another - and splitting our time between the Pyramid, John Peel and Main Stage to catch a glimpse of Sir Paul McCartney shaking his hips on Sunday.
And we can’t be the only ones who’ve been craving to douse ourselves in (biodegradable) glitter, put on a pair of wellies and spray dry shampoo like no tomorrow?
Now we know all too well that our usual beauty standards go out the window at a festival… There’s no way we’ll be packing our usual skincare routine and will be lucky to remember to remove every last trace of glitter after one too many ciders in the sun.
Thankfully we’ve whittled down the only beauty essentials you’ll need to pack for Glasto, Reading and Leeds, Latitude and the rest - that are travel friendly, multi-tasking and hopefully make you feel (and look) your freshest, even when you don’t.
4. Maybelline Lash Sensational Sky High Waterproof Mascara Black
Looking for a mascara that will last as long as you do at the next festival? Well we've found it. Maybelline's famous Sky High Waterproof Mascara is ready to take your lashes to the next level.
Some rain, sweat or shine - thanks to the Flex Tower mascara brush, it bends to volumize and extend every single lash from root to tip.
The washable mascara formula is infused with bamboo extract and fibers for long, full lashes that never get weighed down.
Buy now at Boots, £9.59
5. ILIA Super Serum Skin Tint SPF30
Who can be bothered to apply foundation at a festival? Not us. That's why we'll be reaching for this tinted serum from ILIA that provides light, dewy coverage - with mineral SPF and active levels of skincare ingredients.
Best of all? It's available in 30 flexible shades. Winning.
This serum foundation with non-nano zinc oxide, provides weightless mineral protection from UVA, UVB, UVC, and blue light - with no white cast.
It‘s also free of silicones, oil, fragrance, and chemical sunscreen, and clinically tested to be non-comedogenic and safe for sensitive skin.
Our skin has never looked so hydrated!
Buy now at Sephora, from £46
6. Mitchum Women Natural Power 24H Protection Coconut
It sort of goes without saying that you're going to want to pack a stick of deodorant - unless your natural odors are exquisite.
But after dancing from dusk until dawn, we want to make sure we still smell fresh AF - and we won't be leaving the house without our trusty Mitchum.
The latest Mitchum Natural stick range is powered by bamboo powder, for 24 hour, natural wetness absorption - without aluminum.
Buy now from Boots, £4.50
7. Laneige Lip Glowy Balm
Want a blam and a gloss with a hint of colour? Well now you can! Get the best of both worlds with the Laneige Lip Glowy Balm.
This 2-in-1 balm and gloss is enriched with shea and murumuru butters that help to nourish the lips and coat them with a light, glossy and slightly tinted finish.
Each balm has a delicious scent and a slight tint for shining and healthy-looking lips!
We own this Berry one and it's delicious - plus our lips have never felt so soft and hydrated either. Think Lancôme Juicy Tube but better!
Buy now from Beauty Bay, £16
8. PÄRLA Original Naturally Whitening Toothpaste Tabs
Okay okay, I know we should be using the traditional method of brushing our chops for at least two minutes - but when it's raining/cold/we've already spent 10 minutes getting our wellies off, the chances of going back out are looking slim.
But these toothpaste tabs from PÄRLA are a sustainable, zero-waste and plastic-free alternative to toothpaste in a tube that will allow you to make one small change to your dental routine!
PÄRLA Toothpaste Tabs have a unique formula that has been designed by dentists with cutting edge, ethical and sustainable ingredients.
And we can't ask for much more than that, surely?
Buy now from Boots, £7 for 62
9. INEOS Rhubarb + Tonka Hand Sanitiser
Do we really have to explain why you'll need to carry this with you all summer long?
Aside from it being of hospital grade, this award-winning formula trusted by medical professionals.
This fragranced hand sanitiser offers up to eight hours of moisturisation, whilst using INEOS’ signature hospital grade formula that kills 99.9% of viruses and bacteria.
With 210,000 planning on heading to Glastonbury this weekend, you won't want to put anything near your mouth without cleaning them first. Trust us.
Buy now from Boots, £1.25
10. Hello Sunday The Retouch One - Face Mist: SPF 30
With the weather looking to reach 30 degrees this weekend, you'll need to wear an SPF - and this one is perfect for on-the-go touch ups!
This facial spray from Hello Sunday is formulated with carnosine, an organic compound, made from two amino acids that occur naturally in the body. As well as working to protect the skin from the damaging rays of the sun, it also helps provide a defence against the ageing effects of infrared rays, pollution and blue light.
Just pop it in your bag and spray on the go! There are no excuses for sun damage, a red face or premature ageing...
Buy now from SpaceNK, £18
11. WaterWipes Original Plastic Free Baby Wipes
We know showering at a festival is your last thought, but you'll want to give yourself a little wipe here and there - so pack some baby wipes to keep you going, sweat at bay and mud from your legs.
These 100% biodegradable wipes contain just two ingredients - 99.9% water and a drop of fruit extract, so it's basically like having a shower, just without the fuss.
They are also great for removing any beer/cider/wine/general stains from your clothes.
Buy now from Boots, £3 for 60 wipes
12. NARS Blush Bronzer Duo in Orgasm & Laguna
If you're going to take any form of makeup, you want a multitasker, right? Well this is exactly that!
The iconic NARS Blush Bronzer Duo in Orgasm & Laguna can be used as your normal blush and contour - but also eyeshadow, lip tint and even eyebrow.
You can use the bronzer and the blush individually, mix together for a rosy glow!
Buy now at Boots, £19
13. Barry M Cosmetics Bio Body Glitter Gold Mine
Is it really a festival until you've covered parts of your face (and a random in the crowd) with glitter? No, we didn't think so either.
Whether it be for a festival or big night out, this glitter pot from Barry M is ideal to complete your look.
Plastic free, the new and improved Body Glitters are produced from a special film sustainably sourced from plant cellulose, that biodegrades naturally in freshwater.
It's the perfect solution for eco-friendly glitter on the go!
Buy now at Boots, £4.49
Are you heading to Glasto this weekend? Or another festival over the summer? Let us know which you are most looking forward to this summer in the comments section below.
