Setting intentions and booking travel — the new year is the best time to do both. Acting as a guiding light throughout the year, travel is something to look forward to and to plan for. And when it comes to gearing up for any travel, having the right products on hand are essential. Whether you’re taking the extra weight in your checked bag or looking for options for your carryon, these are the must-have products to keep in your travel gear this year.

If You’re Heading Somewhere Tropical

The weather can have a big impact on how your hairstyle turns out. And when it comes to travelling to places where the temps are high, you’ll need to prepare for humidity as well as sun exposure.

To keep your style free from frizz, add a few key products like SMOOTH.AGAIN + NIGHT.SHIFT to your go-bag are key. Lack of moisture in your hair is the main culprit of frizz, and NIGHT.SHIFT works to improve hydration overnight leaving you with a smoother, shinier, more manageable finish. If you’re blonde or blonde adjacent, packing the BLONDE Regimen or travelling light with BLONDE.ANGEL is ideal to combat brass and enhance nourishment.

When it comes to styling, be sure to pack everything you need to air-dry like KILLER.TWIRLS, or KILLER.WAVES based on your hair type.

For Cooler Climates

If you’re travelling somewhere chilly, chances are heat-styling will be on your agenda. Which is why you should never leave the house without HEATED.DEFENSE. Not only will this nearly invisible leave-in protect you from heat styling up to 232˚C / 450˚F, as a leave-in treatment it also smooths and detangles the hair. Alongside this, packing FRESH.HAIR is a must-have to extend your time between washes or refresh hat hair.

For A Quick City Escape

If you time it right, you might be able to skip the shampoo while you’re gone, but if this is your plan—pack FRESH.HAIR dry shampoo + YOUNG.AGAIN DRY CONDITIONER to refresh and rejuvenate strands.

If you know you’ll be styling your hair, be sure to pack travel-sizes of your favourite shampoo and conditioner to adequately cleanse and condition while you’re gone. If you’re packing light, add YOUNG.AGAIN to your mix—this leave-in treatment oil protects against heat styling up to temperatures of 232˚C / 450˚F and adds a touch of shine and nourishment in an instant.

During Travel Days

From deflating volume to increasing buildup, there’s just something about the air on trains and planes that always causes your hair to lose its lustre. Which is why you should always tuck a travel-sized DOO.OVER into your bag. Use it on freshly washed hair to prevent oil or whenever you need a boost, this dry powder spray improves volume and soaks up excess dirt and oils to reveal a refreshed finish.

Packing List: Essentials For Every Destination

While there are some items that are destination-specific, other products are must-haves wherever you’re headed for whatever your hair type/style is.

Stylers You Shouldn’t Leave Home Without:

FAQ

Essentials like FRESH.HAIR, HEATED.DEFENSE and YOUNG.AGAIN keep hair fresh, protected and nourished no matter the destination or styling routine.

Hydration is key. Use NIGHT.SHIFT overnight and style with KILLER.TWIRLS or KILLER.WAVES to smooth frizz and enhance natural texture in humid climates.

DOO.OVER and FRESH.HAIR are ideal for planes and trains, absorbing oil, boosting volume and reviving hair without the need for washing.