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Tips for Picking and Packing the Best Travel Shoes

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You pack three sets of high heels for a business trip — and then your client suggests you take a tour of the office and then walk half a mile to lunch.

You pack rugged sandals and sneakers for your European tour — and then find out you'll be visiting Michelin-starred restaurants.

You can't win. How do you choose the best travel shoes for your next trip? Here are some suggestions for dressy, athletic and walking shoes for women travelers.

Tips for Packing the Best Travel Shoes

Pack no more than three pairs. The pros say two should do, but for a longer trip, or one with variable weather, you can choose three. Travel blogger Hitha On The Go has created a fun grid of travel shoe combinations for various situations. For a wedding weekend: metallic or nude heels + flats for the airport + neutral oxfords.

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Pick a travel palette. The easiest way to pack a versatile travel wardrobe is to choose an accent color and a base of neutrals. Use the same palette when packing your shoes. Go for the ruby or kelly-green flats — just make sure you can wear them with multiple outfits.
Don't lie about working out. You tell yourself you'll take full advantage of the hotel's gym, but deep down you know you won't. Don't waste suitcase space with bulky athletic shoes. If you're committed to your workout regimen, pack lightweight athletic shoes (see below).
Wear your biggest shoes. Need to bring snow boots or sneakers? Wear them on the plane to save room in your suitcase.
Don't pack brand-new shoes. While some travelers say they can wear high-quality walking shoes right out of the box without any problems, it's not wise to risk it. Break in your new walking shoes a few weeks before your trip.
Invest in good socks. Wearing cheap, thin socks negates the benefits of high-quality walking shoes.The Savvy Backpacker recommends SmartWool, Thorlo and Darn Tough socks.
Pack first aid for your feet. Moleskine (fuzzy adhesive strips) can help prevent blisters from forming, while a Spenco 2nd Skin Blister Kit heals raw spots on your feet.

Best Travel Walking Shoes for Women

Your favorite neon-colored sneakers aren't necessarily the best travel shoes if you're headed overseas. They scream "American tourist!" when you'd prefer to blend in — and you may be better off with a shoe designed exclusively for walking.

Merrell makes classic walking shoes for women that are waterproof and breathable. The soles are designed to grip slippery terrain, whether cobblestoned streets or mountain trails in spring rains.

With a chunky, wedge-shaped rubber heel and lace-up leather uppers, the Fly London Ylva sandalisn't for everyone. Women who own them say they're some of the best walking shoes for travel, however, because the laces make the shoe adjustable for wider or swollen feet. One fan wore them for 16 hours while exploring London.1 The laceless Fly London Yala is just as comfortable but a little dressier.

If you don't mind a more athletic look, try KEEN sandals and athletic shoes. With rugged construction and oversized toe bumpers, they're designed for comfort over style, but they're hugely popular among travelers. The washable, strappy Rose sandal comes up again and again as one of the best travel shoes to wear everywhere.

Best Travel Shoes for Working Out

If you're committed to running, wherever you are in the world, invest in a pair of ultra-lightweight athletic shoes that pack easily.

Hand-crafted Soft Star RunAmoc running moccasins are ultra-light and easy to stuff in a suitcase. Other running shoes for travel include the Under Armour Speedform Apollo, Reebok ZQUICK or the super-light (but SCUBA-bootie looking) ZEMgear 360 Ninja Split Toe.2

Best Travel Shoes that Can Dress Up or Dress Down

When you're packing for an overseas trip, you want your walking shoes to be comfortable enough for a full day of exploring but chic enough to wear to dinner. Here are a few of these all-purpose, all-star travel shoes.

French company Mephisto makes high-quality walking shoes for women that are dressy enough for business wear. Its Soft-Air midsole reduces foot fatigue even after a day of walking. While some Mephisto models look a little too sensible, the City line works for a night out.

Dansko is synonymous with clunky clogs, but some of their styles are polished and chic — not to mention ridiculously comfortable. Flight attendants say Dansko does wonders to prevent foot and back pain.3

Travelers are freaks for Tieks. These Italian leather flats are flexible enough to fold and stash in your purse (in the included pouch). But they're also substantial enough — with a non-skid rubber split sole and a cushy instep — to wear on an all-day walking tour of Barcelona. The vegan version is made of durable fabric.

In the same vein, Ahnu's Karma slip-on is a cute leather flat with crossed straps and a rubber toe kick. "They feel like slippers!" one traveler raves. Remember that it's important to keep your feet happy while traveling, so great travel shoes are a worthwhile investment.

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6 SKINCARE DON’TS YOU’RE PROBABLY STILL DOING

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We all know that a lot of factors go into keeping our skin healthy and fresh. Even if you’re keeping a pretty consistent beauty routine, you might still touch your face, not keep your tech clean, or forget to wash your makeup brushes. In reality, there are a lot of skincare don’ts you’ve probably heard over the years. But what about these lesser known offenses? Take a look at this list and tell me if you’ve committed any of these skin sins:

1. Don’t: skip spot testing. You might be excited to slather on a new serum or moisturizer right after you buy it, but you should always do a spot test beforehand. Maybe your new product has an ingredient that your skin is allergic to – common ones are redness-causing retinol and glycolic acid, and the bleaching agent hydroquinone. You wouldn’t want that reaction appearing on your entire face, right? Instead, apply the product in a discreet area like behind your ear, wait 24 hours, and take notice of any redness, bumps, or irritation. If you have reaction, you should probably ditch the new product and look for something milder.

2. Don’t: think your hair product doesn’t affect your skin. Shampoos with detergents, gooey conditioners, hairsprays, and leave-in treatments can all clog pores or cause skin reactions. If you see a shampoo with sodium lauryl sulfate or ammonium lauryl sulfate, these are detergents that create a bubbly lather, but can irritate and dry out skin. Conditioners and treatments with shea butter, jojoba oil, or any silicones or petroleums can clog pores too, if left in contact with your hairline or shoulders for a long time. Try clipping up your hair while you condition, and once a week use a salicylic acid shampoo like Neutrogena T-Sal to help prevent breakouts. There’s also all the hairsprays and leave-ins that get onto your pillow at night, then transfer onto your face. The solution: tie hair up or wrap it with a scarf before you settle down for your beauty rest, and make sure to wash that pillow case often!

3. Don’t: tan right after waxing. Having hair removed from its root makes your skin sensitive already. If you go sunbathing right afterwards, you run the risk of getting sunburned in the waxed areas. Instead, wait at least 24 hours after waxing to tan. Or, stay out of the sun and go for a self-tanner instead, like St. Moritz Instant Self-Tanning Mousse to give you a bronze glow that rivals the real deal. Shop Deals Under $30 + FREE Shipping from eBay.com with eBay discount code 2016

4. Don’t: neglect your mental health. Stress, anxiety, depression — all can have extreme effects on your skin. Stress releases cortisol, a chemical that can throw off the hormone balance in your body and cause breakouts. And while acne is probably the most common manifestation from a mental health issue, rosacea, psoriasis, or even eczema can be caused from mental imbalances. A simple remedy to calm anxiety and rejuvenate skin is to try deep breathing exercises. For an extra calming effect, try an aroma therapy treatment like this Stress Treatment from Tata Harper.

5. Don’t: drink too much caffeine. Coffee and certain kinds of tea have a diuretic effect, making you head to the bathroom frequently and drying out your body and its biggest organ: your skin! If this is a concern to you, limit caffeine intake to 1-2 cups a day, and make sure to drink plenty of water in between. Another option? Skip the caffeine and try a more natural alternative, like a juice that’s packed with antioxidant berries.

6. Don’t: hoard your products forever. Even if you treat your fave foundation or lipstick like it’s your bff, you have to part ways eventually. Over time, bacteria gets on product and can cause breakouts, or worse, eye infections. So toss that liquid eyeliner, pot of eye shadow, and mascara every 6 months or so – and even more frequently if you touch them with your fingers. Foundations, blushes, and powders can last up to 1-2 years, especially if you remember to wash your brushes and sponges (try this easy DIY cleaning solution). And as long as lipsticks are stored in a cool, dry, place, they’re good for a year.

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THE BEST MAKEUP FOR YOUR UNDERTONE

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Peach. Olive. Caramel. No, I’m not talking about food here — these are all words you might use to describe skin tones. And while these words do help in choosing the most flattering foundation or eye shadow, there’s another important factor that we have to consider: undertone.

What’s the difference? Skin tones can change: think of the color difference after you get a tan. Undertone doesn’t change. It’s the base color that lies beneath the skin – kind of like a shadow below your skin color. And while your skin tone can be ivory or golden or mocha, your undertone can only either be cool, warm, or neutral. Once you’ve determined your undertone , only then can you find the best makeup shades to suit your skin. Here are some of my faves for each type of undertone.

Moisturizer and foundation – Sometimes beauty brands do all the work for you, like Laura Mercier’s Tinted Moisturizer, which is a smooth moisturizer with swatches that tell you what’s best suited to each skin tone. If your product’s color swatches are a little more elusive, keep your eye out for certain key words. If you’ve got cool undertones, look for makeup with shades like porcelain, sable, and cocoa. Warm undertones will have names like beige, golden, tan, caramel and chestnut. Think you’ve got a neutral undertone? Stick to ivory, buff, nude, or praline. NARS Sheer Glow Foundation has a wide range of shades for every undertone. Save Up To 70% OFF eBay Top Deals + FREE Shipping. Buy now and saving with the latest eBay redemption code july 2016, ebay discount code 2016

Lip color – With lipstick, undertones can actually alter the appearance of the lip color — kind of like an optical illusion. Say you want a classic red lipstick – if you have cool undertones, that red might look too warm on you; if you’re warm-toned, the red will look too dull. To avoid lip color clashing with your cool tone, go a half step cooler — a little more pink. Warm toned? Go a half step warmer, like a red with a little bit of orange. If you’re neutral, you’re in luck — your undertone won’t affect the appearance of lipstick, and what you see is what you get. MAC Lipsticks have the slightest tweaks in shade offerings, which means dozens of opportunities to find the perfect one for your tone.

Eye color – When it comes to eye makeup, it gets a little tricky: you also have eye color to think about! You can go the complimentary color route, choosing an opposite shade from your eye color so your eyes really pop. If you want to consider undertone too though, the tip to remember is: stick with colors that match your undertone. So if you have blue eyes, but a warm undertone, you technically could pull off a warmer, pinkish-red eye color — it’ll pop with your baby blues, and compliment your skin. Make Up Forever Star Powder has some great pinks and fuchsias to try. Got brown eyes but a cool undertone? Stick to your taupes, greys, and icy blues. Smashbox’s Photo Op Eyeshadow has a great selection of these more neutral colors.

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SPRING FASHION TRENDS 2016