Although it is well known that recirculated air on aircraft dries up your skin, what can you do if you are only allowed to pack a quart-sized bag of liquids? To make it easy, Dermatologists recommend them in three categories: cleansing, hydration, and protection.
Make sure your go-to skin care products are available in travel-sized versions or leak-proof containers, like magnetic capsules or silicone travel bottles.
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Cleansing
Cleaning your skin before a long trip is essential, especially if you’re wearing makeup. Use micellar water and a washable cloth to remove makeup.
Despite what they claim, makeup wipes are not the best choice for the environment because they are so harsh on our skin’s protective layer. Whether it’s biodegradable or not, single-use products nearly invariably end up in landfills.
Hydration
Pack a travel-sized toner and mist your face and neck to keep your skin soft and nourished.
The HA Immerse serum is one of the top-notch topical hyaluronic acids that instantly draw water into the skin and aid in its retention.
Consider your final destination while selecting the moisturizer to bring. The climate makes a difference. Apply a hydrating serum before applying a heavy moisturizer to lock in moisture.
Use Healing Ointment to treat dry hands caused by routine hand washing and hand sanitizer use. It never stings, burns, or irritates and helps keep the skin’s natural moisture.
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Protection
Sunscreen always makes an appearance in protection. It is advised to wear sunscreen while on the plane, and if you have a long travel, you should even reapply (especially if you have a window seat).
Studies conducted a few years ago revealed that pilots and cabin crew have a substantially greater prevalence of melanoma compared to the general population.
During lengthy trips, sunscreen is “very necessary.”