
Airplane Travel Skincare Routine
Why Airplane Travel Skincare Routine Is Important
Last month during my flight to LA, I quickly shared my airplane travel skincare routine on my InstaStory. So I figured, why not share it again on the blog in case anybody missed it. Without a doubt I think it is so important to take care of your skin when you are traveling by plane. This is when your skin needs the extra attention.
There are 2 reasons why taking care of your skin and prepping it for take off is important.
- Planes are full of germs. The germs in airplane cabins are sooo bad. It is just full of bacteria and when your skin is exposed to this, it freak outs.
- Your skin will dry out. Being in the air, it lacks moisture and your skin needs moisture. The moisture acts like a barrier to protect your skin and of course when it is dry, it leads to skin issues. For me, my skin breaks out!
How I Discovered This
I discovered that airplane travel skincare was important when I used to travel a lot for work. As soon as the plane landed and I walked on the jetway, my skin would feel so dry. Sometimes, it felt crackly dry, which is very uncomfortable. Then of course, I would look in the airport bathroom mirror (I always have to go as soon as we land, does that happen to you?!) and I would see the most unwanted red dots on my face. UGH! And it never failed, this happened EVERY TIME.
I finally was fed up with how awful my skin would be after traveling, that I did some research. And that’s when I found out all that information I mentioned above. From then on, a good airplane travel skincare routine was a must!
As a disclaimer, this routine is primarily focused on domestic flights (or shorter plane flights). For longer flights, it is a similar routine but with some added products. I will go over that in another post. So without further ado, these are the products I use to have a good airplane travel skincare routine.
Skincare Products
Face Wipes
Removing your makeup is so important. Makeup holds onto dirt and environmental stressors. So not only will you be retaining the plane’s germs, but it also leads to free radicals (wrinkles & fine lines). I usually don’t wear makeup when I know I will be flying on a plane, but if you are coming from somewhere important (like for me it would be a work meeting), then the face wipes are so convenient to have in order to remove makeup. I love these face wipes because they are so gentle yet very effective and delivers hydration. Most face wipes create that burning sensation on my face. This one doesn’t. It probably doesn’t because it is toxic-free. It is also biodegradable. I always love it when a product is eco-friendly.
Thayers Rose Petal Face Mist
This travel size face mist is a great way to add hydration to your face throughout your plane ride. Whenever you are feeling like your face is tightening up and it is getting dryer, just spray this on. I specifically like the this face mist because it contains witch hazel which is known to be reduce inflammation and fight bacteria. So if your face is thinking about breaking out, this mist will at least try to calm the redness and balance the skin.
Balancing Face Oil
I love this face oil and I use it on a daily basis. If you don’t use one, I highly encourage you to. It is life changing for your skin so you bet I had to include this as part of my airplane skincare. It adds an extra layer of hydration to your face and adds nutrients that your skin needs. I specifically use the balancing face oil for the same reason I use the balancing face mist. This oil will help protect my skin from potential breakouts.
Atmosphere Protection Cream
What would I do without this moisturizer! This moisturizer protects your skin from environmental stressors (such as dry climate, pollution, and wind). I started using this because living in the city, it is inevitable that the air is full of pollution and pollution is not good for your skin. So without a doubt, I can’t step outside the house without this moisturizer. I was also told it works great as a skin protection barrier on the plane.
Eye Cream
The area around your eyes needs some love too. A good eye cream will reduce the puffiness, hydrate, reduce fine lines, and brighten the eye area. This Countermatch eye cream is amazing and it does that! I feel like my eyes look more awake and bright. And let’s be real, most flights are at the most inconvenient times. So when I land, I want to look like I’m Beyonce (or as close as possible haha) and not the tired, dehydrated-looking face.
Lip Conditioner
This lip balm is seriously the holy grail! I’m sure you all are sick of me talking about it on Instagram over and over again but it is the best thing ever! This is the only lip balm I know that really works. It feels so good on your lips. And I honestly think it makes my lips look better. But anyways, besides this being amazing, a good lip balm is needed because your lips will get just as dry as your skin.
Screen Cleansing Towelette
Since the airplane is crawling with germs, I wipe everything down. Obviously the first thing I wipe down is my phone screen and then the arm rest and tray. I love using these cleansing towelettes, because they don’t take up much space. It is small and compact. Although it specifically says it’s for electronics, it can also be used to sanitize your surroundings.
Last but not least, drinking lots of water is extremely beneficial as well. It will keep you hydrated from the dry air and helps you maintain your skin’s glow.
Hope this is helpful!
xo RD
Love this post! So many amazing sounding products that I need to try!
~Samantha
http://goldcoastgirlblog.com
Thanks Samantha!
Eye cream is my go-to! I so need to try these out for my next trip abroad!
Briana
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Yes for sure!
Love your routine dear!
xx
Mónica Sors
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Thank you Monica!
While I don’t fly a lot, these are such good tips! I find my skin gets so dry when I go on a plane! Extra hydration is really important!
Hope that you are having a really nice week so far 🙂 I’m enjoying the cooler autumn weather!
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Glad you find these tips helpful! So glad to hear you are getting great weather!
Thanks for the post! It’s so useful!
Many Kisses!
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Thank you Laura!
I love those screen cleansing towelettes. I always clean my phone when I’m on the plane, just seems like the dirtiest place ever!
xo Jessica
My Style Vita
Aren’t they great?! I know, planes are so gross!
Love.
Thank you Regine!
Can totally relate, its so important to do these steps when flying especially since as you said planes are full of germs and yes water is a definite! Hope you have a lovely Thursday xx
So glad to hear you are taking care of your skin!
My skin always freaks out a bit after I’ve been flying- I like to moisturize mid-flight to keep it calm, haha.
-Ashley
Le Stylo Rouge
Ugh mine too! Me too girl haha!
This is so good! My skin always suffers when I travel and these are great suggestions!
-Emily | http://www.East91Blog.com
Yay, hope you like these products!
This was a very helpful post! Need to look into the products you suggested! Thank you for sharing!! xo
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Hopefully you like them as much as I do!
I love finding these products with such great ingredients, lovely picks and I can’t wait to check them out! https://mariannyc.com/2018/05/15/spilling-the-beans-on-anxiety/
Let me know if you ever want to try any of them!
Hope you like them!
Great tips and definietely the way forward but I have to admit that skin routine is the last thing for me to think about when I’m on the plane. I just watch films or sleep haha 💖💞😘
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Haha yes I can see that! Some of these, I do it before I get on!
Haha I think that too! I just noticed how awful my skin is right when I got off the plane. A lot of this, I do before I go on the plane.
I think wipes and cream are most essentials
Thanks for sharing
Much Love,
Jane | The Bandwagon Chic
I agree!
I don’t fly a lot but whenever I do my skin starts to freak out. I need to keep these tips in mind!
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I hope you find these to be helpful!
Totally agree! Taking care while in the air is so important! I typically don’t wear make up when I fly and moisture a ton!
Have a wonderful weekend, love!
xoxo, Vanessa
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Glad you agree love!
You are smart to take care of your skin while traveling!
Amy Ann
Straight A Style
I learned the hard way haha!
taking care of my skin is so important to me when I travel. I always use a sheet mask or the origins overnight mask as well as a very rich lip balm and facial oil.
❤︎
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Oo yes!! I have yet to try using a sheet mask on the plane!
I really need to step up my airplane skin routine because man, oh man, does my skin ever hate me after a flight! I’m now dying to try all of these products, especially that face oil.
Right?! The skin does not like to fly haha!
Compared to you I don’t do anything on planes LOL! Got to change that!!!
Happy weekend!
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Haha!! Hopefully your skin does not freak out as mine do on the plane!
thanks for sharing these great tips!
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You’re welcome Kelsey!
I have sensitive skin, my face would always get pathetically dull after travelling! I started with wiping my face even if I didn’t wear makeup, then would moisturize and apply sunscreen. But I guess I am still lacking in my flight skincare game, I need to lookout for these facial oil & mist! Thanks for sharing this great routine!
Wishing you an amazing weekend! 🙂
xx
Ankita | Real Girl Talks
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Hopefully I am able to help somewhat!
Nice post ! I want to try all of those products ! My skin never looks good when I take the plane maybe it would help to improve it !
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Let me know if you’re interested in any of the Beautycounter products!
Great tips super handy.
Thanks for sharing.
xx
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You’re welcome!
Literally just got off the plane and oh how I needed these
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Filipa xxx
You are always traveling to the most amazing places!
Love a good skincare routine on the plane. Face oil is a must I agree 🙂
Jessica xo
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Face oil is amazing!
Great list dear. I always bring face wipes and face mists too.
Jessica | notjessfashion.com
Thank you Jessica!
Ooh!! Buen post. Una review genial!! 🙂
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Thank you!
I’m very into this post! So many great sounding products! Hope you’re having fun in Spain!
~Samantha
http://goldcoastgirlblog.com
Thank you Samantha! Definitely having a great time!
I use pretty much all of this (although different brands) when I travel because plane rides are one of the easiest ways to get sick, and I suffer from dry skin so planes dry me out even more. I might want to get my hands on that atmosphere protection cream though.