I try to take only the items I need like mascara, 1-2 eye shadows, powder makeup (I don't usually take a separate liquid foundation, just end up using powder foundations), 1 blush, 1-2 lipsticks, lipglosses and lip liners. Last time I was trying to pack lightly and forgot my blush. I was so mad. I also felt like some was missing. It was boring to use the same stuff over and over. I guess next time I'll be taking more makeup so my usually list will probably get bigger!