I’m heading off on a 9-day overseas trip (Ireland to California) and I set myself a little challenge: how little makeup can I bring and still look put together? I’m not a massive makeup wearer anyway—I’m very much “barely there, subtle, me-but-better.” With middle-aged skin and guaranteed jetlag, my main goal is simply to reduce redness, even out my tone, and look a bit more alive… without lugging a giant makeup bag. In this video I demo my minimalist travel kit—three products total: the SOSU Complete Canvas Complexion Palette, the Sweed Lash Lift Mascara (in brown), and a pressed finishing powder from Rare Beauty. I use the SOSU creams as light foundation, a touch of concealer, blush, a bit of warmth, simple eye definition, and even a lovely lip. I’m always chasing the sheen, and I love that this feels hydrating and doesn’t tug or pull on mature skin. Then I finish with mascara (honestly, the best I’ve ever used) and a little powder just where I need it—around the nose and under the eyes—so I can stay dewy, but not overly shiny in the California heat.