16 Festival Beauty Products Worth Headlining Your Carry-On

“If I’m going to a show, I’m going to be rocking some sparkle. Danessa Myricks’ Infinite Chrome Flakes are perfect for the job: The iridescent, ultra-pigmented gel has major light-capturing color payoff that doesn’t budge — perfect for sweaty dancing, all while staying camera-ready.” — Rachel Lapidos, deputy beauty editor

“My toxic trait is that I rarely drink water unless it’s spiked with electrolytes. Lately, I’ve been loving Kylie Jenner’s new hydration-boosting blends — not only do they keep you hydrated, but they also give your skin a nice little boost with bioactive collagen peptides and hyaluronic acid. All three flavors are delicious, but Strawberry Lychee is my go-to.” — RL

“I don’t usually stray from my go-to deodorant, but, in this case, I’ll make an exception. I can’t imagine a more perfect festival beauty product than one that a) keeps you fresh and b) smells like your favorite drink. Secret’s Miami Mocktails Collection features its signature 72 hours of protection, upgraded with mocktail-inspired scents. As a margarita girl, I’ll definitely be reaching for Lime It Up.” — RL

“Who has time for a pre-Coachella nail appointment when you’re busy outfit planning and strategizing your festival game plan? Enter Nail Thoughts press-ons, which last about a week and take minutes to apply. This colorful flower-topped French set is pure swag (ahem).” — RL

“Any friend of mine will tell you I don’t play around when it comes to SPF reapplication. Meet the product that makes it a cinch — *and* doubles as a setting powder that doesn’t crease or even budge after hours of dancing in the heat. It’s become a must-have for my purse.” — RL

“Heat and humidity are my hair’s biggest rivals, so I always travel with an anti-frizz spray. Drybar’s Final Call is my current go-to. I could easily sweat it out to Sabrina Carpenter without any flyaways ruining the vibe.” — Kaitlin Cubria, deputy editor of experiences & style, Bustle & Elite Daily

“I recently got the Tory Burch Sublime Shimmer Oil, and I’m completely obsessed. It’s so sparkly and is the perfect finish for any skin-baring outfit, especially for décolletage- and collarbone-forward tops. It’s also infused with the brand’s Sublime scent and practically doubles as a fragrance if you need more convincing. I *will* be glistening in photos, TYVM.” — Alyssa Lapid, fashion writer

“Sorry, flower crowns, but my prediction is that everyone at Coachella this year will be rocking mermaid waves — and there’s no easier way to get that romantic, tousled finish than with ghd’s Triple Barrel waver. It always leaves my hair feeling soft, not fried, thanks to the dual temperature sensors. And the result? Less crimped, more Kylie Jenner.” — Emma Stout, beauty writer

“Calling it now: My 3 p.m. crash is officially dealt with. These gummies taste exactly like a vanilla matcha latte, and the combo of matcha and B12 gives you a little lift without the jittery, over-caffeinated feeling. They might even sub in for your usual caffeine fix when the festival lines are too long.” — ES

“My makeup usually ends up looking like arts and craft time anyway, so why not finish it off with a marker? Summer Fridays’ new lip stain has a felt tip that’s compact on one side and fluffier on the other, so you can outline with precision or flip it to blur things out. I store it upside down so the tip doesn’t dry out, then throw a gloss on top. Even with other products layered over it, the stain sticks around through eating, singing along to Justin Bieber — all of it.” — ES

“If you’re doing Coachella right (aka walking 20K steps in tiny shorts), this is a non-negotiable. One swipe creates an invisible buffer that actually lasts around four hours before I need to reapply. The formula also contains niacinamide, which helps brighten the discoloration my thighs have already picked up. Basically, it’s prevention and damage control — and I’m not leaving my house without it.” — ES

“I love glitter hair, but only if it doesn’t look crunchy. This one has finely milled particles, so it’s more of a shimmer than chunky sparkle — and the spray isn’t sticky, so you can use it all over your body. (I like to mist it on a spoolie and run it through my brows, too.) There’s a subtle vanilla scent, which is an unexpected bonus. And now that it comes in gold? I’m even happier.” — ES

“Sunscreen is a given at any music festival, but lips are where people tend to drop the ball. Luckily, Naturium’s Phyto-Glow Lip Balm SPF 45 makes it easy. It doesn’t have that chemical taste — it’s more minty-vanilla — and the texture is glossy but genuinely hydrating, thanks to ingredients like shea butter and squalane. The wide, flat applicator hugs my lips, and I’ve found myself using it even when I’m not going outside. Because who doesn’t want a juicier, plumper pout all the time?” — ES

“I didn’t think I needed a jelly version of Cheirosa 62, but now I can’t go anywhere without it. It’s the same warm, sweet pistachio-caramel-vanilla blend as the brand’s Bum Bum cream and body mist — just in a stick you can toss in your purse and swipe on whenever. The scent stays close to the skin, so it feels cocooning in a crowd. Plus, it’s slightly cool to the touch, and the bouncy texture holds up in the heat.” — ES

“Another Coachella prediction? Face gems. Not exactly groundbreaking, I know, but between Euphoria coming back and Zara Larsson’s world domination, it feels inevitable that rhinestones will be paired with bright, blown-out eyeshadow again. Courtesy of Donni Davy, the makeup artist behind the show, Half Magic’s self-adhesive face gems make the look foolproof. They actually stay put all day, even through sweat — no glue or mid-set touchups required.” — ES

“Blue eyeshadow is having a major moment thanks to Madelyn Cline’s dreamy glam in Sabrina Carpenter’s new ‘House Tour’ music video. The look is perfect for a weekend in the desert, since the cerulean shade does all the talking. Plus, you can apply with a brush — or simply swipe it on with your fingertips if you’re late to a performance.” — Carolyn Steber, lifestyle writer