Did you know that airplane cabins are as dry as most deserts? Here are five beauty essentials that will keep your skin hydrated even at 30,000 feet.
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Travel does wonders for the soul, but not necessarily for your skin. Flying, in particular, can be very taxing. When you put cabin dryness, high altitude and lack of sleep together, it’s no wonder airplanes can be the bane of glowing, healthy skin. Start your vacation with a picture-perfect glow by simply taking extra care on your flight.
Before you start touching your face, make sure your hands are very clean. Start by cleansing your face with an oil or lotion-based cleanser to gently remove makeup and impurities, leaving you with a clean base.
At 30,000 feet, the cabin air is as dry as most deserts.
The most important skin care step when flying is to keep your skin moist. At 30,000 feet, the cabin air humidity is about 20% (which is as dry as most deserts!) This results in severely dehydrated skin that looks dry, flaky or ashy. The comfortable humidity level for your skin hovers between 45-60%. Here are some ways to prevent moisture loss while you’re in the air.
Fight extreme dryness by putting on your mask to dissipate the fog and cover it up
Get out the big (water) gun
Sheet masks can infuse your skin with a lot of moisture (and other benefits) in just one application, and they’re convenient and easy to use. Keep it on for 5-15 minutes to instantly restore moisture while you lie down to watch an on-camera movie. Don’t fall asleep with it on or the mask will start to draw moisture from your skin as it dries out.
Prevent moisture loss
You need oil if your skin is dry, but water if it is dehydrated. On an airplane, you may be dealing with both at the same time. Look for a richer moisturizer that contains closed ingredients that form a barrier to lock in moisture. Apply this mask after removing the hydrating mask and reapply as needed. If you plan to wear makeup on landing, a thin layer of moisturizer will also provide a flawless base for your skin.
Reapply as needed
Moisturizing Facial Mist is perfect for touch-ups while traveling. Spray every time your skin starts to feel dry. Keep your eyes and mouth closed, hold the spray about 20 cm from your face, and pat the moisture with a tissue. Don’t spray while you sleep – letting excess moisture evaporate from your skin can dry it out further. Some mist can also penetrate your makeup to lock in moisture.
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Sheet masks are not only great for travel, but they’re also great for boosting your skin’s hydration levels.
Fake your beauty sleep
Can’t sleep on the plane? You may seem less alert than usual when you land. Sitting for long periods of time can also lead to poor circulation, which can aggravate dark circles and puffiness under your eyes. To avoid panda eyes, take a brightening eye cream with you on the flight. Keeping your eyes plump and hydrated will help reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, while reducing puffiness and dark circles. If you’re taking a long-haul flight, apply once before takeoff, once during the flight, and then again before landing to keep your eyes bright and your tail thick.
Make your vacation glowing
The pressure in the flight cabin is equivalent to 6,000-8,000 feet above sea level, similar to how you would feel on a mountain. This drop in pressure reduces blood flow to the skin, which can cause your skin to look dull and tired. Think of it as the opposite of a post-workout glow.
To solve this problem, apply an all-in-one CC cream before you land. The color-correcting cream targets uneven skin tone, such as dullness and yellowish-brown, without making you look or feel like you’re wearing heavy foundation. Bonus: It also doubles as the UV protection you need when landing, which is useful when you have limited space to carry around.
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