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PACKING for a holiday is not an easy task, especially for us women.
Many of us want to save money by only using carry-on luggage, but it can cause a crisis for many of us.
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Not only do we have to squeeze in multiple outfits, there’s also the issue of trying to fit all of your toiletries in.
And if you are just using carry-on luggage the task will be even harder thanks to the liquid limit being just 1 litre.
Each product has to be 100ml or less and to make matters worse, it has to fit in one of those tiny plastic bags the airport provides, and limit it to one bag per passenger.
That leaves many of us having to choose which of our daily essentials make the cut, from leaving your favourite shampoo at home to ditching your foundation for the week.
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Too many times we have been caught out by the liquid limitations and had to throw away a face cream or shower gel before making it through security.
Fortunately, Primark has offered a solution to ensure all of your toiletries fit.
The budget-friendly retailer is offering a pack of four silicone travel jars for just £4.50.
Each jar costs just 90p and means you won’t have to leave your favourite beauty buys behind or fork out for miniature editions.
The jars come in four different sizes, meaning you can use the smaller one for foundation and the bigger one for body cream.
The silicone material also makes them bendable so they can be squeezed into the plastic bag with no problems.
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It also means that these jars can easily be washed and cleaned out in preparation for your next holiday.
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It’s not the only holiday buy Primark shoppers are going wild for.
The bargain retail giant has super-sized the floral trend with its oversized hibiscus print co-ord.
The cropped mesh top is priced at just £8 while the matching midi skirt will only set you back £12.
And fashion fans have insisted the cowl neck cut and loud print are a throwback to the 90s, while the lightweight material is perfect for the sunshine.
Both pieces are available in sizes XXS to XL and come in black or pink with a red floral pattern.
And fashionistas have already been going wild for it, as one gushed: “Lovely for a night out.”
“I need one for hols”, wrote a second.
Holiday packing tips
Jemma Solomon, aka The Label Lady has got 5 packing tips to help you get organised for your next holiday.
1. Write a list
Think about all the essentials you need to take with you; suncream, medicine, a few games for the kids, beach towels, and write everything in one list, which you can tick off as you add it to your suitcase.
Or for complete ease, try Google’s AI app – Gemini – which will create a list for you and help you not over pack.
2. Involve your kids
Jemma said: “My girls are getting older, they’re 11 and nine, and they enjoy helping to pack. So I send them a list, and say ‘this is what you need’ and they follow the list.
“And then I give them a rucksack each – and say to them ‘you can have whatever you want in there as long as it’s not liquid’, and they can take that on the plane. And that’s their ‘home away from home’ items.”
3. Try a hack or two
She said: “I think they all work, but for different reasons – and you’ve just got to pick the right one for your trip.
“Rolling your clothes is really good to stop your clothes from getting creases. And if you’re trying to get a lot of items into your case, it’s a space saver.
“Packing cubes are great – for example, I’m going on holiday with my three kids and we’re all using the same suitcase for our clothes.
“These handy compartments let you separate your clothes, toiletries and tech into designated cubes, maximising luggage space by keeping your items compressed and neatly stacked.
“I love taking them abroad with the family and it means my kids can easily take charge of their own items once we’ve arrived.”
4. Decant beauty products
Do you really need to take full-size bottles of shampoo and conditioner with you? The beauty industry has evolved so much, you can now buy shampoo bars or sheets – which are much lighter and smaller.
Or, if you’ll be popping to the shops when you’re abroad, consider buying some items when you arrive.
5. Get organised before you come home
Jemma said: “When you repack on holiday [before coming home], the trick is to separate clean from dirty clothes.
“Also pack it in some form of order – so lights, darks, colours for items that need washing, or if you wash your clothes by person in the household, piles for each person.
“Then you can put it straight into the washing machine. Do it straight away, don’t leave it.”
