Inspired by the ‘Glamour On The Go’ exhibition I thought I would share the contents of my bag and makeup bag when I’m out for the day covering a story. No one should cart around such an exhaustive makeup kit worthy of a massive Zuca makeup bag (unless of course you’re an actual makeup artist, in which case go right ahead!) so I’ve pared down the contents to the absolute essentials. Some days I’ll be carting around what feels like half of Boots in my bag and then I’ll do a clear out, always keeping the same, carefully curated goods each time.

Camera, phone, pen, little notebook Reporting/blogging essentials.
A good book Obviously you’ll need the company when you’re on the station platform waiting for a train for 40 minutes #southwesttrains
Hair band and hair clip
Liz Earle Hand Repair £5 A dab of this beautifully scented hand cream will lift and quench dry hands.
Clinique Airbrush Concealer £19 My all-time favourite concealer for covering anything from dark circles to red blemishes. I’ve used this concealer for years and years and nothing beats it!
Clinique Chubby Stick Moisturising Lip Colour Balm in Mighty Mimosa £17 Another favourite product of mine! If your lips get dry during the day this will moisturise and add a pop of pink colour.
Dior Forever Pressed Powder £37 Chic compact that quietens shine.
Mini perfume I collect mini perfume freebies in an unapologetic frenzy and spritz when I need energizing.

Compact. Compact. Immaculate. Accurate. Miraculous. Miracle. Pinnacle. Periwinkle.