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Traveling across the state or across the world – bringing along pocket-sized replicas of bath and beauty treats keeps you looking great on the road. Why schlep around full sized bottles and heavy containers when all the brands in the know are creating chic globe-trotting “mini-me’s” of their most popular items?

If you’re a fashionista with a little disposable income, go for the luxurious splurge products below. Consignment shops and end-of-season sales define your personal style agenda? Then check out the deals below – these are quirky, fun finds at easy-on-the-wallet prices.

Bath & Body – Splurge
The winter cover-up is over. Pack your luggage with flirty little dresses and arm-bearing tees. But make sure skin is healthy and supple. What better way to treat your skin than with soy? This little bean has made its way into everything from pancake mix to eye cream. Why is it so popular? The lipids (fats) found in soy are high in vitamin E, promising soft, silky skin and quick cell regeneration. To discover what all the press is about, try Archipelago Botanicals Soy Milk Travel Spa Gift Set. 4 oz containers of shampoo, conditioner, lotion, 2 bars of soap and bath salt all neatly packed in a sleek vinyl case make for a perfect on-the-go spa. $24 at www.aromabasics.com.

Bath & Body – Deal
Who says you can’t find a great product at a bargain? Alba Botanica makes several travel kits containing their best-selling products, all enriched with vitamins, certified organic herbs and pure plant proteins. My favorite kit contains two ounce bottles of their Very Emollient Replenishing Shampoo, Very Emollient Daily Rinse Conditioner, Very Emollient Bath & Shower Gel (get the mango honey one - Yum), and Very Emollient Body Lotion. You also get a lip balm with SPF 18, a tea tree and baking soda deodorant and a moisturizing cream shave in Mango Vanilla (scent is not too girly, so you can share with your man). Get all of these treats for a mere $11.99 at www.drugstore.com.

Make-up – Splurge
Every beauty guru knows vacation is the time to go bare – a sheer quick touch of cheek color adds glow without the cumbersome task of layering foundation, lipstick, eye shadows, etc. Face Stockholm makes the perfect adventure blush with names like Tokyo, Rio, Madrid and Athens – these gorgeous colors in minimal packaging (you won’t even get a box to toss away) invite a romp around the globe. $19.00 at www.facestockholm.com.

Make-up – Deal
Drugstores are raising the bar with formulas and colors that mimic the big name brands. Revlon’s new cream blush comes in six irresistible shades and the cutest, sleekest packaging found this side of Bloomingdales. Slide the tiny concealed mirror from underneath and enjoy perfect application every time. Great size for tossing in a teeny-weeny evening purse or a jean pocket. $9.99 at local drugstores or www.drugstore.com.

Beauty Organizer – Splurge

Trish McEvoy’s Mini Calfskin Planner is so soft and lush you’ll want to sleep with it. This uptown-girl case oozes sophistication. A black zip up wish list item with room for whatever beauty products you desire, thanks to the 4 Lucite page inserts. $65 for case and $15 each for Lucite inserts. Available at www.saksfifthavenue.com.

Beauty Organizer – Deal

Want a jolt of flower power? Get to a Target and pick up Sonia Kashuk’s Deluxe Flower Organizer. Large pink and orange floral designs brighten this practical, but fun bag. It has three pockets, six organizer loops and two main compartments with zip closure. Toting beauty items has never been such a colorful endeavor. $19.99 in-store or at www.target.com.

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