High Flyer

It’s officially Summer and if your bags aren’t already packed, now is the time to get your skincare regime sorted. Luggage packing aside, the very act of flying depletes moisture from your skin and it’s super important to ensure you don’t arrive at your destination with dry skin, cracked lips, and an impending breakout. Here’s all the best advice to ensure you remain fresh-faced from one time zone to the next.

Preparation is Key

Get organised and pack your zip lock bag of hydrating products and make-up wipes on your flight to save your skin from dehydration. A hydrating facial mist is perfect also to keep topping up throughout the flight. Upon returning from your holiday, be sure to book yourself in for a facial to restore moisture to your skin and to deep cleanse your pores from using sunscreen or other products.

Apply Serum

Moisture is key so whether you prep your skin before you hit the airport or after the plane has taken off, moisturiser is the key to your skin staying hydrated. Using a serum under your moisturiser helps lock in extra moisture that you will need on a long-haul flight. Oil based serums are best as they last longer and don’t dry out as quickly. A sheet mask is also a great idea on a flight and will keep your skin plump.

Thick Creams Are Your Friend

Apply a heavy moisturiser or even a night cream when you’re flying so that your skin soaks in as much moisture as it can and it will also help to create a sort of barrier. Then about 30 minutes before landing freshen up with a makeup wipe and apply a quick coat of makeup and you will arrive glowing.

Apply SPF

SPF is super important, even on a flight, even though you are in the plane and not outside, you still need SPF on your skin as keeping your window open during daytime flights can cause skin damage, too. Apply a moisturiser with spf pre-flight to protect your skin.

Refresh With Dry Shampoo

Nothing ruins your hair like a long haul flight. A full-size aerosol spray bottle of your favourite formula won’t make it past security so instead, try a dry shampoo that comes in a powder formula to avoid the hassle of running out to buy the travel size. Just sprinkle a little bit at the roots and use your fingers to work it in.

Opt for Cream Make-up

Cream make-up products are more hydrating and are much easier to apply in your seat and discount the need for brushes. Pack a few key cream make-up products (concealer, blush and eye shadow) everything can be easily applied using fingers or a Beautyblender which saves space and makes it easy to reapply before landing. Swipe on a quick, fresh make-up look and you are good to go.