Looking after your skin while on holiday

Whether you’re jetting off in the summer or looking forward to a few weeks of winter sun around Christmas time, the need to maintain the skincare routine has never been stronger than when you’re on holiday.

Here, thanks to DiscoverGoodNutrition, are some tips to make sure you’re not letting your routine slide when you’re busy ordering two Woowoos and a Mai Tai from the pool bar.

B.Y.O.B.B. – Bring Your Own Beauty Bag

First of all, have a thorough understanding of just what you can and cannot bring with you on your flight. Pack a small clear zip-lock bag with all of your travel essentials, including a hydrating cleanser, moisturizer, lip balm, hand sanitizer and hand cream. The maximum size, based on FTA guidelines is 3.4 ounces (100ml) per product. It is critical for your skin to have your favorite products on hand to apply throughout the flight. So, remember to plan ahead.

Time to strip down

Ladies, do I dare say it? To help our skin, we need to avoid wearing makeup while on an airplane. If you absolutely cannot go bare faced, it’s time to make some compromises. Make sure to avoid any foundation or powders, as they definitely contribute to the drying of the skin. But I see no harm in a bit of mascara and a swipe of lip gloss. When I have to board a flight with a full face on, I always give my skin a quick cleansing in the powder room with a moisturizing cleanser or make-up removing wipes, and then I slip quietly back into my seat—sometimes wearing sunglasses so as not to frighten the other passengers!

Apply, apply and reapply to hydrate and protect your skin

Make sure to have your moisturizer conveniently on hand throughout the flight. This means your products must stay with you and never make it into the overhead bin. The longer the flight, the more frequently you should moisturize. Your skin will thank you.

Don’t forget sunscreen

Seems crazy that we would need to be concerned about the sun’s rays while sitting on an airplane, but think about it: it’s when we are flying that we are the closest to the sun. And, unfortunately, the windows on a plane aren’t capable of filtering out the damaging UV rays. So, wear your moisturizer with SPF, shut the shade and choose an aisle seat over a window seat if you can.

Stay hydrated and drink!

And I don’t mean alcohol! It’s easy to fend off the fear of turbulence with a glass of wine or two, but it’s water that is key in keeping our bodies hydrated while flying. Avoid further dehydration by skipping the alcohol and drinking lots of water. Aim for a glass of water for each hour you’re in the air.

Bring a readymade travel kit

We love the Babor ReVersive Treatment Set, which is an anti-ageing ready to go box. And when the sun is beating down on your skin – this is a must have.