Make the Perfect Travel Kit for Your Next Winter Getaway with These 6 Simple DIY Skincare Recipes
Does anyone else find it nearly impossible to pack all of your toiletry necessities in an airport security-friendly, leakproof and space-efficient way? The struggle is real, friends. But there is hope! I’m helping you make a carry-on-friendly DIY Travel Kit for your next trip!
The Perfect Travel Kit
Here’s your perfect start. This kit comes with all the bottles you’ll need for these quick & easy DIY recipes, plus a leak-proof zippered bag to hold them.
DIY Refreshing Facial Toner
Long hours of travel and being away from your regular routine can take a toll on your skin—so keep it balanced with this DIY facial spray! This recipe is designed to give your skin everything it needs in one easy spritz. Use it on the plane and whenever/wherever else you need a refreshing reset.
Ingredients:
- 5 drops Frankincense Essential Oil
- 2 drops Lemon Essential Oil
- 25 ml Rose Bulgarian Hydrosol
Directions:
- Add your Frankincense and Lemon to your 25 ml spray bottle.
- Fill the bottle with Rose Bulgarian Hydrosol and shake well.
DIY Disinfecting Hand Sanitizer
Getting sick probably doesn’t fit into your itinerary, so keep the germs away while boosting your immunity with this DIY natural hand sanitizer.
Ingredients:
- 15 drops Thieves Blend
- 50 ml Aloe Vera Gel
Directions:
- Add your Thieves Blend to one of your 50 ml dispensing bottles.
- Fill the bottle with Aloe Vera Gel and shake well.
DIY Hydrating Hand & Body Lotion
Whether it’s the change in climate, swimming in the ocean or pool, or just the dry environment of airplanes and buses, your skin can easily become extremely dry while traveling. This hand and body lotion will provide rich moisture and help to repair chapped or cracked skin—and it smells unbelievably good!
Ingredients:
- 7 drops Frankincense Essential Oil
- 8 drops Jojoba Rose Essential Oil
- 50 ml Unscented Lotion
Directions:
- Add your Frankincense and Jojoba Rose to one of your 50 ml dispensing bottles.
- Fill the bottle with Unscented Lotion and shake well.

Create your personal carry-on-friendly DIY Travel Kit for your next trip!
DIY After-Sun Gel
This hydrating gel is designed to provide lightweight moisture that can be easily absorbed by the skin for reducing redness, soothing sunburns and providing an after-sun glow! This recipe’s anti-inflammatory properties also make it great to have on hand for rashes and bug bites.
Ingredients:
- 5 drops Lavender Highland Essential Oil
- 5 drops Roman Chamomile Essential Oil
- 12 ml Aloe Vera Gel
Directions:
- Add your Lavender Highland and Roman Chamomile to one of your 12 ml lotion jars.
- Fill the jar with Aloe Vera Gel and shake well.
DIY Restful Sleep Night Cream
Many factors can contribute to getting poor sleep while away on vacation, so stop the jet lag before it starts with this soothing night cream. Massage a small amount of cream onto your temples (being careful to avoid the eyes) and on the back of your neck before going to sleep each evening. You’ll enjoy your vacation so much more after a restful night’s sleep!
Ingredients:
- 4 drops Sleep Well Blend
- 12 ml Unscented Lotion
Directions:
- Add your Sleep Well Blend to one of your 12 ml lotion jars.
- Fill the jar with Unscented Lotion and shake well.
DIY Anti-Anxiety Lotion
If you or someone in your party suffers from a fear of flying or gets overwhelmed by the stresses of travel, this anti-anxiety lotion makes a wonderful travel companion. Before an anticipated moment of stress (e.g., take-off, turbulence, landing, etc.) apply this lotion to the neck, shoulders and collarbones. Our Anxiety Rescue Blend will take care of the rest.
Ingredients:
- 7 drops Anxiety Rescue Blend
- 12 ml Unscented Lotion
Directions:
- Add your Anxiety Rescue to one of your 12 ml lotion jars.
- Fill the jar with Unscented Lotion and shake well.
Now that all of your toiletry needs are covered, you can sit back, relax and enjoy the journey!

Bonita is trained as an Herbalist and Aromatherapist. She’s worked in the fields of herbal medicine, organic perfumery and natural skincare for over 30 years. She’s been supplying The Aromatherapist, her line of certified organic essential oils, carrier oils and hydrosols to Canadians since 1993. Bonita lives and works in Guelph, Ontario.
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