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Our Fave Travel-Size Hair Care

Moroccanoil Treatment

This hair oil does so much for your locks with only a little bit of product at a time: it conditions, smooths frizz, detangles, and boosts shine "by up to 118%." The mini size goes for $17.

OUAI Travel Size Detox Shampoo

This is a great shampoo to use if your hair's craving a thorough clarifying wash. It helps scrub away dirt, oil and product buildup for a really clean feel. It's also formulated with keratin to help strengthen hair. The travel size goes for $14.

SheaMoisture Coconut & Hibiscus Curl & Shine Conditioner Travel Size

SheaMoisture's hair products are perfect for restoring your hair with hydrating benefits. This "lightweight" $3 travel size pick "restores hair shine and smoothes dry hair cuticles."

CHI 44 Iron Guard Thermal Protection Spray

If you plan to heat-style your hair when you're on vacay, this $7 thermal protection spray is a must. It nourishes your locks and prevents heat damage from straighteners, curling irons, blow dryers, and the like.

Color Wow Dream Coat Supernatural Spray

This $12 travel size hair care product is all about frizz prevention and leaving your locks with a noticeable amount of shine. It's a great bottle to always have in your purse for those pesky flyaway moments.

OUAI Travel Size Hair Oil

This $16 travel size hair oil leaves a "high-gloss, super-smooth finish" on your hair. It can be used before or after styling your hair, since it also has heat protectant capabilities. A little goes a long way!

Convenient Travel-Size Skincare

Youth To The People Superberry Glow Dream Mask

You can finally master your airplane skincare routine on long flights with this travel size face mask. It packs a powerful punch in terms of hydration, which is especially important after being airborne. The mini size goes for $18.

Naturium Travel Size Vitamin C Complex Serum

Vitamin C serums are total masters at blocking your skin from environmental stressors and aiding hyperpigmentation, AKA dark spots. This $10 pick promotes "healthier-looking skin" after consistent use.

Byoma Barrier + Repair Treatment

This "rich, buttery moisturizer" is dedicated to protecting and building up your skin barrier, all while hydrating it. The travel size is just $13.

CeraVe Travel Size Foaming Facial Cleanser

You can easily carry this $5 dermatologist-approved cleanser with you through TSA to tackle your skincare routine at the airport and once you've reached your destination. It's gentle on the skin and oh-so hydrating.

Clinique Take The Day Off Cleansing Balm Makeup Remover Mini

This $11 cleansing balm helps melt away makeup and SPF in one easy step. The "silky balm" formula will feel like pure heaven on your skin after a long travel day!

La Roche-Posay Travel Size Toleriane Double Repair Face Moisturizer

Make sure you're moisturized when your skin needs it most with this $8 travel size pick. It's good for sensitive skin, too! The formula has niacinamide that provides "48-hour hydration."

Neutrogena Travel Size Hydro Boost Hyaluronic Acid Water Gel Moisturizer

Hyaluronic acid provides this moisturizer with a nice boost of hydration. It boasts a water-gel formula that wears unbelievably light on the face. The travel size goes for $11!

Travel-Size Makeup Faves

Too Faced Travel Size Hangover Replenishing Face Primer

After a long travel day, this $14 mini size primer "hydrates, smooths, and brightens" the skin to provide a nice base for long-lasting-makeup.

Benefit Cosmetics They're Real! Lengthening Mascara Travel Size

Keep this $16 fan-fave mascara in your bag for quick and easy mid-day makeup touchups! It "curls, volumizes, lifts, and separates lashes" for a wide-awake eye look.

Tarte Travel Size Shape Tape Full Coverage Concealer

You only need a little bit of product at a time to make this $11 travel size concealer pop! It comes in so many shades, too, all without taking up important real estate in your travel makeup bag since it's small.

IT Cosmetics Your Skin But Better CC+ Cream Travel Size

This $22 CC cream is like a full-coverage foundation, hydrating and anti-aging serum, and SPF50+ sunscreen all in one. f you have to pick one travel size makeup product to keep close on flights and road trips, let this be it!

Typology Fortifying Brow Gel Pea Peptides + Plant-Based Keratin

One of the best brow gels out there is Typology's. The minimalist tube houses a pea peptides and plant-based keratin that not only makes your brows look good, but they also promote growth! Between the 98% naturally-derived ingredients and their benefits, you'll look awake in no time!

P.S. It's made in France, so we have a feeling our fave girl from Emily in Paris has this stashed in her makeup bag.

Benefit Cosmetics Gimme Brow + Volumizing Eyebrow Gel Jumbo

It seems like all the best brow gels have amazing microfibers to make sure each strand of hair is coated with product. In Benefit Cosmetics' case, they're big on making sure your brows look as natural as possible.

The design of the brush makes sure things won't be super messy when you're swiping the waterproof eyebrow gel on, making it easy for you to look like you didn't cram for your exams overnight.

Gen See Arch Support Brow Powder Gel

Brow gels are meant to 'lock' your brows in place without leaving behind gunky residue — and that's exactly what Gen See's Arch Support formula does. It's a vegan product that helps give your face a little more definition with it's poignant hold. You'll receive a natural arch that doesn't make you look surprised all day which is our favorite part.

Kosas Air Brow Lifting Treatment Gel

We've mentioned Kosas' products before, so trust us when we say you need their Air Brow Lifting Treatment Gel. This is the clear version for anyone who cares more about adding volume to your brows more than you want to deepen the color of them. Here's what you can find in the formula:

• Biodegradable Plant-Based Microfibers — promotes fullness of brows
• Castor Oil — promotes natural growth of brows
• Panthenol Provitamin B5 — restores brows to their former glory
• Biotinoyl Tripeptide-1 — supports overall health of brows

Anastasia Beverly Hills Brow Freeze Gel

Anastasia Beverly Hills is known for having some of the best eyebrow products on the market, but this new Brow Freeze Gel may pay them dust. It's a wax-gel hybrid that features a state-of-the-art applicator that's meant to hug the shape of your brows. We all know that no two brows are alike so it's about time someone creates something with a little more intention!

Thrive Causemetics Instant Brow Fix Semi-Permanent Eyebrow Gel

We're used to seeing the typical shades of brow gels, but Thrive Causemetics kept people of all ages in mind when creating their Instant Brow Fix Semi-Permanent product. You'll find something that matches your eyebrow's color from brown to grey! Yes, we said grey. You also won't get that stiff look that some gels can give you and that's all because of the MicroPigment Technology.

MAC Cosmetics Eye Brows Big Boost Fibre Gel

Do you need an eyebrow gel that's going to give you over 20 hours of performance? Try MAC Cosmetics' Eye Brows Big Boost Fibre product! You'll get a tinted look that simultaneously offers fuller brows. Plus, it's waterproof and sweatproof which means you can take from a bar crawl to all night dancing.

NYX Cosmetics The Brow Glue

Seeing the name of this eyebrow gel may be confusing, but we promise you're not going to be putting actual glue on your brows. Unlike the white stuff we used to put on our hands to peel off, this goes on clear and is nowhere near sticky. You'll get 16 hours of fuller brows that you can furrow as much as you want.

L.A. Girl Set It Clear Brow Gel

Did someone say fragrance-free? L.A. Girl did with their eyebrow gel! We can't get over how well this drugstore product gives luxury brands a run for their money. The formula's lightweight and costs less than $10. You can't beat the price nor the fact it's going to deliver the cutest brows you'll ever have while on a budget.

e.l.f. Cosmetics Brow Lift

We were slightly confused when we realized this brow gel doesn't come in a tube, but the 4.5 rating suggests it doesn't matter to customers! It provides the kind of hold we wish we'd had on the unlucky umbrella that turned upside down during the worst rainstorms and helps shape brows too!

You will have to purchase e.l.f.'s Brow Lift Applicator, but you'll still be paying less than $20 for both products so it's a win-win!

What's the difference between cold and allergy symptoms?

Having seasonal allergies can be confusing when they coincide with cold season. Between kids being back in school and the weather changing, the fall/winter seasons seem to bring on sneezing, coughing, and more. But, how can you tell when you're merely dealing with allergies or something else?

"Colds are viral infections. Symptoms include a sore throat, cough and feeling tired," says Dr. Purdy. Dr. Stanford further explains that viral infections have "traditionally been Rhinovirus species, but it may also be Adenovirus species and others." Colds can also be accompanied by a fever in some cases.

On the other hand, Dr. Purdy and Dr. Stanford both agree allergies are specifically caused by allergens or irritants. "Common Symptoms include sneezing and itchy eyes," says Dr. Purdy. According to the CDC, around one quarter of adults deal with seasonal allergies (raises both hands), so it's not weird if you get confused about when it's time to switch from Claritin to Dayquil.

How should people relieve cold symptoms before heading to the pharmacy?

Before you head to CVS at the first sign of sneezing and a sore throat, there are a few things Dr. Stanford suggests you do. "Optimizing our immune systems by focusing on overall health and wellbeing can help reduce the risk of infections, including the common cold. This includes eating a healthy diet, being physically active, getting enough sleep, and keeping stress in check," she says.

Unfortunately, Gallupreports that 57% of people feel they're not getting the proper amount of sleep they need. But, this doesn't mean you should ignore your lack of rest just because others are struggling too. Take it from someone whose insomnia impacted their mental health and a nasty bout of the Flu followed by Covid-19 two years ago! "Properly treating other health conditions can also help prevent acute illnesses, like the common cold," says Dr. Stanford.

However, it's not unusual to get a cold because Dr. Stanford says they're the "result of germs spread from contact with others." Taking precautions just helps your immune system work the eliminate the viral infection faster.

Do elderberry and Vitamin C fight off colds?

This is where things get a little tricky. Though elderberry and Vitamin C have been hailed as supplements that combat colds, not everyone agrees on their effectiveness. Dr. Stanford says, "While the evidence for Vitamin C in treating colds is mixed, sufficient research suggests that taking vitamin C supplementation can shorten the duration and reduce the severity of cold symptoms." But if you're thinking about relying on Vitamin C supplements, Dr. Stanford is less likely to encourage you to take them because they haven't been proven "to be effective in preventing common cold symptoms."

She also doesn't think you should take elderberry as if that'll also fight off a viral infection. "Elderberry is not effective in preventing colds, and evidence is insufficient to suggest that it is effective in treating the common cold," she explains.

Do you recommend relying on Emergen-C to help combat cold symptoms?

So, what's the verdict on taking Emergen-C once it's confirmed you have a viral cold? The brand has several products that range from gummies to drink mixes, all aimed at supporting your immune system — but does that mean they're safe to take? According to Dr. Purdy, they are! "Emergen-C contains Vitamin C which is great for a good and healthy immune system and recovery. It also contains other good for you ingredients that help with your immune system like vitamin E and Zinc."

However, it's valid to want to know if there's a difference between Zicam and Emergen-C. According to Dr. Stanford, there is! "Similar to Vitamin C, evidence suggests that zinc may be effective in reducing the duration and severity of cold symptoms, but it is less likely to be effective in preventing the common cold," she explains. Plainly put, think of the two like this:

• Zicam = Zinc
• Emergen-C = Vitamin C

She even says, "Studies suggest taking both zinc and vitamin C could be beneficial!"

Can certain teas help soothe sore throats associated with colds?

Drinking warm tea can help alleviate cold symptoms, though you shouldn't think they're your only defense against viral infections. In conjunction with cold medicines, "throat coat teas really help soothe inflammation and help manage symptoms," says Dr. Purdy. The reason for this is that most "throat support products are indicated to ameliorate sore throat and similar symptoms, often by numbing agents, temperature, and other factors," Dr. Stanford explains. In short, don't be afraid to use tea as a form of hydration while you're sick!

Dr. Purdy says other things you can use to help alleviate your symptoms are a humidifier, nasal spray, and drops. Take it a step further by taking a "steam shower" to "provide some much needed relief."

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