The best ... on-the-go beauty products

last updated 10 January 2015

Sally Hansen Color Quick Fast Dry Nail Color Pen

This ingenious nail-polish applicator is made for a “three-minute,” on-the-go manicure.

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Pro-to-Go Lipstick

A sliding button lets you open and close this lipstick with one hand while holding a cell phone in the other.

Price: $9 Contact: Avon.com

Source: O magazine

L-Ion Mini Wireless Iron

This lightweight, cordless hair iron is only 7.5 inches long, and compact enough to fit into an overnight bag.

Price: $149.95 Contact: Metropolistechnology.com

Source: People Style Watch

Korres Milk Proteins Cleansing and Makeup Removing Wipes

This resealable pouch of “washcloth-size towelettes” is perfect for a carry-on—“no stress about liquids at security.”

Price: $12 Contact: Sephora.com

Source: Real Simple

Malin + Goetz Essential Travel Kit

This kit offers “everything you need for face, hair, and body”—including cleansers, moisturizers, and shampoo—in a “sized-down” package.

Price: $30 Contact: Malinandgoetz.com

Source: Real Simple

Burt’s Bees Spray Hand Sanitizer

A spray sanitizer is convenient for “cleaning wayward makeup brushes” and disinfecting your hands before applying makeup.

Price: $5 Contact: Burtsbees.com

Source: The New York Times

Revlon Gentle Heat Lash Curler

Comb through eyelashes with this heated brush to spruce up with an “eye-opening curl” after a long day.

Price: $11.99 Contact: Drugstore.com

Source: Lucky