Baby wipes are a good idea for any travel (especially antibacterial wipes -- buh-bye, icky airplane germs), but especially for traveling in the desert. If you're headed south to a place like Charlotte, N.C. or Austin, Texas, make sure to slip some wipes in your carry-on. Use them to wipe off your sweat-soaked skin, your sticky ice cream fingers, or the carry-on you accidentally set down in a pile of mulch.

Dry shampoo is a traveler's right hand man -- er, lady. Besides refreshing your hair after an afternoon of touring the sweet, sweaty South, use it to amp up your hair's volume for a night out -- after all, women's hair only comes in one size in the South -- big.

To get hair height the size of Texas, distribute the dry shampoo evenly on your head, holding the nozzle about six inches away from your scalp. The product will come out white at first, so don't panic if your brunette locks suddenly look a little skunky. Give the product about two minutes to absorb into your hair. Brush your hair out, then use a teasing comb to create extra volume. The dry shampoo should provide enough texture to give your hairstyle that extra "oomph."

Take along a handful of bandages in your suitcase -- your feet will thank you when those new boots you just had to have are giving you blisters the size of a southern belle's oversized pearls.

Ah, the desert. The dry climate of the desert is known for its healing properties and booming pool business. Yes, you're poolside, and yes, you want to look tan, but that doesn't mean you should burn. Since you'll probably be spending the majority of the day relaxing by the pool, don't forget to apply on your scalp and the tops of the ears. You'll thank yourself later when you aren't screeching from the steam of your after-pool shower touching your lobster-like skin.

Dermatologists recommend using sunscreen with SPF of at least 30 and reapplying every two hours. Keep in mind that a super-high SPF doesn't mean you should reapply half as often. Sunscreen with SPF 100 protects you from only about three percent more UVB rays than SPF 30 sunscreen does.

Speaking of not burning, definitely bring a sunless tanner to keep your glow going. That way, you won't be tempted to forego sunscreen. (Trust us, that never ends well.) Don't forget to bring a pumice stone -- they're great for correcting any heavy-handed mistakes, like Oompah Loompah-colored ankles, elbows, hands and feet. Use it sparingly on the rest of your skin, though, since a pumice stone will rub you raw if used too enthusiastically. For removing color on delicate skin, try rubbing a damp washcloth and soap or even sugar over the orange areas -- room service, anyone?