Beauty & Skincare Tips for Travellers

Why not prevent any travel skin disaster before it happens? We’ve pulled together some of the best products available to keep your skin fresh, healthy, and glowing naturally during your next adventure.

In-flight Routine

The best way to fight skin fatigue during travel is to tackle it before it begins. That means skincare in the air! We’ve probably all seen celebrities and influencers layout their pre-and in-flight skincare routines which can be quite extensive.

Don’t worry, you don’t need your entire beauty cabinet to stay hydrated during your travels. A compact 3-piece set to purchase for your flight is Hourglass Equilibrium the Intensely Hydrating Set. This includes the Hourglass Rebalance Cream Cleanser, Intensive Hydrating Eye Balm, and Restorative Hydrating Cream.

The eye balm is a key component here, providing under-eye hydration for up to 8 hours. It's perfect for your international jaunt, while also brightening your under-eye circles. Keep up the daily use throughout your trip and you’ll look even more refreshed than when you left!

Alternately, you can simplify your in-flight skincare routine altogether by using the Kylie Skin Hydrating Face Mask. This mask contains Shea Butter, antioxidants, Vitamin B3 and Vitamin E to nourish your skin. For long-haul flights we recommend applying this after your meal is served so as you settle in for the rest of the trip, your skin can settle into spa mode so you arrive looking like you travelled with a glam squad.

Sunny Day Skincare

After decades of ignoring warnings about what the sun can do to our skin, we’re finally starting to take those doctor recommendations seriously. So, while you may put an Out-of-Office on your work email, your sun care routine needs to stay clocked in.

The good news is you don’t have to work overtime to achieve healthy skin protection, and there are a few fun products aside from your traditional SPF to aid your efforts.

On vacation, we want to look good and feel good, which is where Shiseido’s Refill Compact Protective UV Foundation comes into play. The compact holds SPF 35 tinted sunscreen with great coverage for any skin imperfections.  The formula blocks both UVA and UVB rays, while also protecting against aging, wrinkles, and other sun damage. Pop this into any of your travel purses for a touch-up on the go.

After a day at the beach club or the yacht, don’t forget to smooth over your skin with some after-sun balm. You’ll want something specific to protect against sun exposure so leave your normal body creams behind and pick up Clarins Soothing After Sun Balm to complete the job.

This is essentially a 2-for-1 deal as the balm is approved to soothe both face and body. This antioxidant-rich formula keeps your skin moisturized for up to 48 hours and helps to add days your tan so the memories of your trip can last long after you’ve returned.

Glow Baby Glow

The whole point of going on vacation, aside from amassing a gorgeous photo album, is to return home recharged and glowing. If you didn’t actually get the glow you were looking for, you can always create a dewy refreshed look or tropical tan upon your return.

The Mist by La Mer is an instant pick me up. Spritz on your skin upon arrival, before your dinners, and absolutely before you see anyone upon your return for a bright, dewy, just back from 10 days at the spa look.

Using a little help from the makeup counter can also go a long way in extending or faking your vacation glow. Estee Lauder’s Bronze Goddess Glass Glow Highlighter is the perfect tool for a little extra oomph in your skincare routine. Dab some of the product where the sun would normally hit your face, bridge of your nose, high cheekbones, and gently across your forehead to boost brightness and give a luminous bronze.

For a full body glimmer, apply Pat McGrath Labs Scintillating Diamond Body Shimmer all over. An ultra-luxe light-reflective loose powder Highlighter for a luminous all-over glow. Inspired by Season II of the Shondaland and Netflix hit series ‘Bridgerton’, this regally presented luminiser features a scent reminiscent of Royal Gardens and an ultra-luxe body puff. Formulated with skin-nourishing squalene, its delicate pearls melt into the skin for flawless incandescence fit for a Queen.

For more travel skincare options, visit us online and reserve your products for your next trip. See you at the airport!