This post contains sponsored content but as always, all thought and opinions are my own.

Let's take it back to basics - the last thing you want while travelling is a bulky, over stuffed bag weighing you down and yet you want to be prepared for most eventualities. I may not be the most seasoned traveller but I have been on enough trips to know what pitfalls to avoid and what essentials you really should be stashing inside your travel bag. Let me talk you through my travel must-haves...

Rain, sun or snow every travel bag should contain a bottle or two of SPF and ideally a higher and more face friendly option for your complexion but as weight and space are of the essence, I will recommend an all singing, comfortable to wear and easy to apply option - Vichy Invisible Hydrating Mist SPF30. This nifty mist offers protection against both UVA and UVB rays as well as moisturising and cooling the skin in one quick step, not to mention it is light enough to use on the face too. After a long day in the sun you'll thank yourself for packing a refreshing bottle of after-sun to rebalance, soothe and hydrate the skin; if you are anything like me you will be all about convenience and there is no product more convenient than Vichy After-Sun In-Shower. This clever cooling, hydrating lotion, is used after washing in the shower and then rinsed off; if that is not enough to convince you this after sun can also be used on dry skin so there is no need to pack a separate body moisturiser - ...