Skin Tips For Jet Setters

Skincare for jet-setters

Dry recirculated air, fluctuating cabin pressure and long hours of travel can leave your skin feeling dehydrated, dull, and stressed. Georgia shares her skincare tips for before, during and after your flight to keep your skin radiant.

Pre-flight radiance prep

Hydrate, hydrate, hydrate

Start hydrating your skin and body well before you board the plane recommends Georgia. “Drink plenty of water the day before and on the day of your flight. Hydrated skin is more resilient and less prone to drying out. Also, avoid salty snacks like peanuts onboard, as they can lead to water retention and puffiness.”

For an extra boost, use a hydrating sheet mask the night before your flight to give an added layer of moisture and nourishment.

Pre-flight TLC for skin

Consider going makeup-free or remove your makeup with a double cleanse immediately before you board says Georgia. If you’re on a long-haul flight do another cleanse after about 10 hours, and in any event, before you leave the plane.

Follow with a rich, hydrating moisturiser to lock in moisture. Look for products with hyaluronic acid, ceramides and glycerine, which help retain moisture and strengthen the skin barrier. Crystal Clears Pharmagrade Hyaluronic Acid Serum works beautifully for most skin types.

Sun protection at 30,000 feet

Did you know radiation levels are twice as high at 30,000 feet than on the ground? Even inside a plane, UV rays can penetrate the windows.

“Apply a broad-spectrum sunscreen with at least SPF 30 (ideally higher, we always recommend SPF 50) to protect your skin from UV damage”, advises Georgia. “This is super important if you have a window seat. Helio Care will protect you from those powerful UV rays.”

In-flight skincare essentials

Sip, sip, hooray!

Keep hydrating throughout your flight by drinking plenty of water. Avoid alcohol (I know, you’re on your holidays after all!) and caffeine, as they dehydrate you and mess with your sleep.

Carry a hydrating facial mist in your carry-on. Spritzing your face with a mist every few hours will keep your skin hydrated and refreshed.

Moving around regularly helps healthy blood circulation and staves off puffiness, especially on long flights. Stretch those legs and keep that blood flowing.

Moisturise mid-flight

Reapply your moisturiser mid-flight, especially on long-haul flights says Georgia.

Don’t forget your lips – apply a nourishing lip balm with a SPF to prevent chapping and dryness. Cabin air can also dry out your hands and nails, so pop a travel-sized hand cream in your bag to keep your hands soft and moisturised. A Navy Cuticle Balm is always in my carry-on.

Eye care

Flying can cause puffiness and dark circles around the eyes. Use a cooling eye gel or eye mask to reduce puffiness and refresh the delicate skin around your eyes. Crystal Clears Powerball Miracle Eye Serum works wonders, and if you apply mid flight, we highly suggest you place a Sensory Retreats Self-Heating Eye Mask over the top. The heat of the mask helps open the pores and allows the active ingredients to penetrate deeper.

Hands off

Airplanes can harbour germs, so try to avoid touching your face with your hands to prevent transferring bacteria to your skin, cautions Georgia.

Post-flight glow up

Your priority here is to prevent breakouts and rehydrate your skin advises Georgia:

Cleanse to refresh

Wash your face and hands just before you arrive or immediately after you land to remove any dirt, oil and recirculated microbes that may have built up on your skin during the flight.

Again, follow with your usual moisturiser to lock in hydration.

Treat dehydrated skin

As soon as you can, treat your skin to a hydrating or soothing face mask to help restore its natural glow. We have a brand new Aquavie sheet mask hitting the shelves soon, it will bring your skin back to life in an instant. So keep a look out!

Rest and rejuvenate

While it’s tempting to go out partying, give your skin time to recover by getting plenty of rest. A good night’s sleep will help rejuvenate your skin and reduce any signs of fatigue, especially around the eyes.

Hydrate inside and out

Drink plenty of water to help your skin hydrate and stave off the drying effects of any air conditioning.

Turn the shower to lukewarm as hot water can dry out skin. Then slather yourself from top to toe with a rich body lotion. Cuccio Dry Body Oil is perfect for keeping skin soft and supple, and it leaves you smelling delicious!

 Travelling can be tough on your skin saysGeorgia, but with these simple skincare tips, you can keep your complexion looking its best from take-off to touchdown. Safe travels and happy glowing ✈️