Travel Tips For Healthy Skin

When we plan to take a trip, we pack what we feel are the essentials; clothing, passport, etc. What many people often forget and shouldn’t is the importance of proper skin care during a long vacation.  Travelers must always remember that your skin reacts differently in different climates, but also that sunscreen should be used no matter where you go rain or shine. The same damaging UV rays will shine through even on the cloudiest days wherever you may be. Here are a few suggestions your skin will really benefit from on your next long flight and throughout your trip.

1)      Try to avoid drinking alcohol on flights. Since alcohol is dehydrating, instead opt for water.

2)      Avoid wearing makeup on long flights. There’s a chance you might end up sleeping, and we all know sleeping with makeup on is a big no-no.  If anything a moisturizing lipstick is acceptable, but I would opt for lip balm instead. Make sure to bring facial moisturizer (less than three ounces of course.) in addition, you should also bring a small mister. Misting your face prior to applying moisturizer will help lock it in.

3)      Lubricating eye drops will help with those sleepy bloodshot eyes when you arrive to your destination. Make sure they’re the kind that replicate actual tears and not just take away redness.

4)      Whenever you have the chance to get up and walk through the aisle, do it. Although it doesn’t have much to do with skin care, it will help with circulation throughout your body to get your blood flowing.  On long flights, your body is more susceptible to blood clots.

5)      You’ll want to make sure you pack a bottle of your favorite facial cleanser in your luggage, as well as a small container of it (3oz or less) in your carry-on. This way if you get separated from your luggage, you won’t have to worry much about using those hotel soaps and creams. You can never be too careful especially if you are someone with sensitive skin like me! Also include a tube of over the counter cortisone cream, just in case you end up with any skin irritations like hives or bug bites.

6)      Once you arrive to your destination and begin your adventure, you’ll want to make sure you keep a few things in your handbag with you once you begin exploring. Healing Ointment: this will be beneficial to keep your hands and lips protected. It will also lessen scaring on any minor cuts or scrapes you might get along your way. Moleskin patches: this will help ease the pain and irritation from blisters that may form as you walk from site to site. Sunscreen: It’s essential that you protect your skin from the harmful UV rays no matter where you are in the world. Even on the cloudiest day they will shine through whether you can see them or not.

Traveling can be such a liberating and eye-opening experience. Taking care of you skin and body is an important part of your travels. Not to say you shouldn’t enjoy yourself, and have fun; just taking the initiative to protect yourself from daily wear and tear should suffice during your trip.

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