Hari Raya is just around the corner, one day in exact! Many of our Muslim friends have started or will be starting their Balik Kampung journey back to their hometown to celebrate with their loved ones this holy festival. Before you get into your car and start your Balik Kampung road trip, here are 9 essential things that you should bring along with you!

9 Essential Items For Your Balik Kampung Road Trip

1. Sunscreen/sunblock

Sunscreen is one of the most important travel accessories you’ll need for a road trip especially in the hot weather! A good sunscreen/sunblock can prevent you from an awful tan while you’re on the road, it also reduce the risk of skin cancer. Choose one with at least SPF 30 to get the full range of protection. Read also: Skin Cancer Prevention Tips

L'ccitane's Reine Blanche Illuminating UV Shield (SPF50) - helps preserve luminous and even-toned skin.
L’ccitane’s Reine Blanche Illuminating UV Shield (SPF50) – helps preserve luminous and even-toned skin.

2. Sunglasses

Sunglasses is one of the road trip essentials you simply can’t leave out, to shield your eyes on dusty roads and the unrelenting sun. Make sure you carry a pair with UV protection that you find comfortable and can carry off with ease.

Polaroid Sunglasses - polarized lenses block glare so you can see more clearly and comfortably with only useful vertical light passing through to the eyes.
Polaroid Sunglasses – polarized lenses block glare so you can see more clearly and comfortably with only useful vertical light passing through to the eyes.

3. Face Mist

One of the tips to stay fresh on a long road trip, hydrating face mists can definitely help cool down your skin and brighten tired-looking skin with a quick spritz.

Body Shop's Vitamin C Energising Facial Most - this portable, handbag-size spritz instantly hydrates & refreshes the skin and enhances radiance.
Body Shop’s Vitamin C Energising Facial Most – this portable, handbag-size spritz instantly hydrates & refreshes the skin and enhances radiance.

4. Lip Balm 

Changes in environment and weather can dry out your lips and it’s good to apply some lip balm during the road trip to ensure your lips stay hydrated.

Avene Lip Balm With Cold Cream - emollient lip care provides immediate relief and protection against chapped, flaky and cracked lips.
Avene Lip Balm With Cold Cream – emollient lip care provides immediate relief and protection against chapped, flaky and cracked lips.

5. Hand Cream

Don’t forget your hands also need protection while driving. Keep a tube of hand cream somewhere handy, apply hand cream throughout the day to protect your skin from the sun.

Crabtree & Evelyn's Lavender Hand Cream - Pure English lavender oil is blended with nourishing shea butter to calm and moisturize dry hands.
Crabtree & Evelyn’s Lavender Hand Cream – Pure English lavender oil is blended with nourishing shea butter to calm and moisturize dry hands.
Jo Malone London Wild Bluebell Cologne - Vibrant sapphire blooms in a shaded woodland. The delicate sweetness of dewy bluebells suffused with lily of the valley and eglantine, and a luscious twist of persimmon.
Jo Malone London’s Wild Bluebell Cologne – Vibrant sapphire blooms in a shaded woodland. The delicate sweetness of dewy bluebells suffused with lily of the valley and eglantine, and a luscious twist of persimmon.

6. Perfume

Bring along your favourite perfume so that you smell great even on the road.

7. Wet Facial Wipes

Have some wet facial wipes handy to keep you fresh, keep the grime away and ensure facial hydration throughout the long journey.

Watsons Facial Wipes - remove waterproof cosmetics and moisture skin with aloe vera extract and Vitamin E
Watsons Facial Wipes – remove waterproof cosmetics and moisture skin with aloe vera extract and Vitamin E

8. Deodorant

Deodorant will prevent your skin from sweat and doors and provide clean scent that make you feel fresh.

Rexone Antibacterial Defence roll-on antiperspirant deodorant is made using MotionSense ™ technology which provides 48 hour protection against sweat and kills bacteria to help stop bad odour.
Rexone Antibacterial Defence roll-on antiperspirant deodorant is made using MotionSense ™ technology which provides 48 hour protection against sweat and kills bacteria to help stop bad odour.

9. Sunshade

A sunshade for your windshield is one of the essential items that you need for your road trip in the sunny day. Use a UV protected sunshade to stay cool and keep your car cooler under the hot sun.

Car window sunshade
Car window sunshade

We at Pamper.My wish everyone have a safe Balik Kampung journey – “Biar lambat asalkan selamat!” –  as it’s better to be safe than sorry!

Selamat Hari Raya Aidilfitri & Happy holiday!

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