Your Definitive Guide to Makeup Expiration Dates
Hint: If you bought your lipstick before the pandemic, it’s time to refresh it.
A medium-buildable foundation with a smooth, soft-matte finish.
31N
Deep with Neutral Undertone
30W
Deep with Warm Red Undertone
29N
Deep with Neutral Red Undertone
28W
Deep with Warm Golden Undertone
27C
Deep with Cool Red Undertone
26N
Deep with Cool Red Undertone
25W
Deep with Warm Golden Undertone
24W
Medium-Deep with Warm Olive Undertone
23C
Medium-Deep with Cool Pink Undertone
22N
Medium-Deep with Neutral Undertone
21W
Medium-Deep with Neutral Undertone
20N
Medium-Deep with Neutral Golden Undertone
19N
Medium-Deep with Neutral Undertone
18W
Medium-Deep with Warm Golden Undertone
17C
Medium with Cool Pink Undertone
16W
Medium with Warm Olive Undertone
15N
Medium with Neutral Golden Undertone
14W
Medium with Warm Peach Undertone
13N
Medium with Neutral Undertone
12C
Medium with Cool Neutral Undertone
11W
Medium with Warm Golden Undertone
10N
Light-Medium with Neutral Olive Undertone
9W
Light-Medium with Warm Peach Undertone
8N
Light with Neutral Undertone
7C
Light with Cool Pink Undertone
6W
Light with Warm Golden Undertone
5N
Light with Neutral Undertone
4W
Light with Warm Golden Undertone
3N
Fair with Neutral Undertone
2N
Fair with Neutral Olive Undertone
1C
Fair with Cool Pink Undertone
31N
Deep with Neutral Undertone
Medium Coverage, brightening, balancing
A hydrating cream that brightens and blurs with a radiant...
Hydrangea
Light cool pink
Wisteria
Coral pink
Anemone
Coral
Heliotrope
Apricot
Delphine
Muted peach
Daylily
Rich taupe
Foxglove
Warm terracotta
Ophelia
True pink
Camellia
Mauve
Hibiscus
Bright plum
Azalea
Berry
Dahlia
Deep berry
Hydrangea
Light cool pink
Brightening, blurring and longwearing
A does-it-all concealer that brightens, blurs and contours while nourishing...
LX 200
Very Deep Skin Tone, Neutral Undertone
LX 190
Very Deep Skin Tone, Cool Red Undertone
LX 180
Deep Skin Tone, Warm Neutral Undertone
LX 170
Deep Skin Tone, Golden Undertone
LX 160
Deep Skin Tone, Red Undertone
LX 150
Deep Skin Tone, Neutral Undertone
LX 140
Medium/Deep Skin Tone, Neutral Undertone
LX 130
Medium/Deep Skin Tone, Warm Golden Undertone
LX 120
Medium/Deep Skin Tone, Pink Undertone
LX 110
Medium/Deep Skin Tone, Golden Undertone
LX 100
Medium/Deep Skin Tone, Peach Undertone
LX 090
Medium Skin Tone, Olive Undertone
LX 080
Medium Skin Tone, Pink Undertone
LX 070
Medium Skin Tone, Golden Undertone
LX 060
Medium Skin Tone, Peach Undertone
LX 050
Light/Medium Skin Tone, Neutral Undertone
LX 040
Light/Medium Skin Tone, Golden Neutral Undertone
LX 030
Light Skin Tone, Pink Undertone
LX 020
Light Skin Tone, Peach Undertone
LX 010
Fair Skin Tone, Neutral Undertone
LX 200
Very Deep Skin Tone, Neutral Undertone
Medium coverage, brightening, blurring
A hydrating skin tint that delivers powerful skincare and sheer,...
140
Very Deep Skin Tone/Red Undertone
130
Deep Skin Tone/Neutral Undertone
120
Deep Skin Tone/Red Undertone
110
Deep Skin Tone/Golden Undertone
100
Medium Deep Skin Tone/Golden Undertone
090
Medium Deep Skin Tone/Olive Undertone
080
Medium Tan Skin Tone/ Peach Undertone
070
Medium Skin Tone/Peach Undertone
060
Medium Skin Tone/ Neutral Undertone
050
Medium Skin Tone/ Pink Undertone
040
Light to Medium Skin Tone/ Neutral Undertone
030
Light Skin Tone/ Warm Golden Undertone
020
Light Skin Tone/Warm Peach Undertone
010
Fair Skin Tone/ Cool Pink Undertone
140
Very Deep Skin Tone/Red Undertone
Sheer Coverage, illuminating, hydrating
Whether you’re sunning or sightseeing, your skin needs protection. That said, finding a skincare routine that works well for one’s complexion on vacation can be tricky, so crafting the perfect skincare ritual often feels like a daunting task. What skincare steps are musts, and which ones can you skip while you’re out of town? What products do you really need to pack? And, most importantly, what will keep your skin looking and feeling all sorts of glowy for those vacation photos? Keep scrolling to learn the top six summer travel skincare rituals recommended by cosmetic dermatologist Dr. Michele Green, M.D.
Applying sunscreen while on vacation is a must. “Sunscreen prevents ultraviolet radiation from damaging our skin which can lead to the formation of precancers and skin cancers like melanoma and squamous cell carcinoma,” Dr. Green says. “It [also] prevents sunburns, reduces sunspots and protects our skin’s barrier.”
For optimal protection, Dr. Green recommends an SPF of 30 or more. Be sure to reapply every two hours on all exposed skin, including the feet, eyes and lips.
Adding a serum with an antioxidant like vitamin C is especially helpful on vacation. “[Vitamin C] has anti-inflammatory properties that help control [oil] production which goes into overdrive during the summer due to increased humidity and increased temperatures,” Dr. Green says. “Vitamin C is [also] an antioxidant that has many beneficial properties that promote collagen production, reduce dark spots, help repair damaged skin, prevent premature aging and even out the skin tone.” Pro tip: Dr. Green advises applying vitamin C after cleansing and before applying moisturizer and sunscreen.
Although you’ll likely be taking tons of pictures while on vacation, Dr. Green recommends embracing minimal makeup or going barefaced as heavy makeup can clog pores, especially when wearing face masks for long periods.
If you do plan on wearing makeup, Dr. Green says opting for sheer, water-based, non-comedogenic, and fragrance-free products as much as possible is ideal. Swap in multipurpose formulas, such as tinted serums or moisturizers. in place of foundation.
Don’t skip exfoliation while on vacation. “During the summer, our sebum production increases as the temperatures increase, which can give the face an oily and dull appearance,” Dr. Green says. “[Exfoliation] evens out the skin complexion and texture by allowing new cells to reach the surface of the skin while simultaneously fading dark spots and allowing moisturizers to penetrate deeper.”
In particular, she recommends exfoliating with alpha-hydroxy acids (AHA) or beta-hydroxy acids (BHA) such as glycolic acid and salicylic acid once or twice a week to help slough off dead skin cells and increase turnover.
Dr. Green says the stress and lack of sleep that comes with traveling can cause acne breakouts. Make sure you also pack any other skincare products that are part of your everyday routine to give your skin its regular TLC even while on vacation. Dr. Green also advises staying away from skincare products that many hotels provide as they often contain ingredients and fragrances that can clog pores and cause irritation.
“Adequate hydration is even more important in the summer months as our bodies tend to get dehydrated due to excess water loss from sweating,” Dr. Green says. “Drinking two to three liters of water daily helps to remove toxins from the body, increases blood circulation which brings oxygen to the skin, and keeps our skin clear and smooth.” And, remember that eating foods high in water — think salads, cucumbers, and watermelons — also counts towards your daily water requirement.
With Dr. Green’s advice in mind, our editors have curated the following products to make packing for your next getaway easier. From a tiny exfoliating cleanser to a mini antioxidant treatment to lightweight tinted serum, it’s the travel-sized protocol you need now.
A daily hydrating formula that unclogs pores without the tight,...
Clarifying, hydrating and polishing
An alcohol-free daily toner that purifies, exfoliates and brightens to...
Purifying, brightening and exfoliating
A powerful hydrating serum that instantly brightens the complexion with...
Hydrating, illuminating and non-comedogenic
A next-generation moisturizer that delivers a burst of intense hydration.
Brightening, firming and balancing
A hydrating skin tint that delivers powerful skincare and sheer,...
140
Very Deep Skin Tone/Red Undertone
130
Deep Skin Tone/Neutral Undertone
120
Deep Skin Tone/Red Undertone
110
Deep Skin Tone/Golden Undertone
100
Medium Deep Skin Tone/Golden Undertone
090
Medium Deep Skin Tone/Olive Undertone
080
Medium Tan Skin Tone/ Peach Undertone
070
Medium Skin Tone/Peach Undertone
060
Medium Skin Tone/ Neutral Undertone
050
Medium Skin Tone/ Pink Undertone
040
Light to Medium Skin Tone/ Neutral Undertone
030
Light Skin Tone/ Warm Golden Undertone
020
Light Skin Tone/Warm Peach Undertone
010
Fair Skin Tone/ Cool Pink Undertone
140
Very Deep Skin Tone/Red Undertone
Sheer Coverage, illuminating, hydrating
A tinted conditioning gel that volumizes and grooms for expertly...
Volumizing, grooming and conditioning
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An intensely hydrating treatment that restores pillowy bounce to lips.
An intensely hydrating treatment that restores pillowy bounce to lips.
A hydrating cream that brightens and blurs with a radiant...
Hydrangea
Light cool pink
Wisteria
Coral pink
Anemone
Coral
Heliotrope
Apricot
Delphine
Muted peach
Daylily
Rich taupe
Foxglove
Warm terracotta
Ophelia
True pink
Camellia
Mauve
Hibiscus
Bright plum
Azalea
Berry