It was my first time. The very first time I paid to check baggage on an airplane. I can usually get away with a carry-on. This weekend I was travelling to attend a wedding— that meant a fancy dress and lots of other stuff to help me look bee-u-tee-full for all of the festivities. As I was packing, I threw my make-up in a zip-lock bag. . : soft mink. : black noir. : fair. : black. : 15 SPF. : 706. And : clear gloss. I’m listing the contents of my cosmetic case, because I’m a little smug about the Spartan quality (and cheapness) of my beauty regiment. Read next feature >