David Saunders
If you often find yourself travelling, and you feel like your skin is starting to look a little bit dull and tired, then it might be that your lifestyle is to blame. Not only do frequent flyers need to think about the effects of sleep deprivation and travel-related stress, but there are also the conditions within the average cabin to consider.
Let’s take a look at some of the skincare problems you might face and how the right precautions and products can address them.
Hydrate Before, During, and After a Flight
Since your skin is going to be under pressure while you’re in the air, you’ll want to give it every possible chance of staying hydrated and healthy. This means drinking enough water before the flight and applying a product that will reduce evaporation from the skin and create moisture within it. Hyaluronic acid and ceramides are both worth looking out for.
Keep Your Routine Simple in Transit
The more complex your packing and routine, the more stress you’ll introduce. This alone can be bad for your skin. You don’t need to pack everything you own, but a few key skincare items can make a big difference. These might include cleansing wipes that are free from caustic sanitisation agents, as well as a lightweight moisturiser.
Restore Radiance with Skin Brightening Products
Go on enough flights, and it’s almost inevitable that your skin will start to look a little duller, no matter how many precautions you take. The effects of fatigue can be concealed, or even reversed, with the right skin brightening products.
These might contain doses of vitamin C and niacinamide, which will provide the skin with the raw ingredients it needs to repair itself.
Protect Against Sun and Environmental Stressors
Be aware also that, while you’re in the air, you’ll be exposed to more ultraviolet radiation. The right sunscreen can therefore make a big difference, too.
Look for a broad-spectrum sunscreen that will deal with the UVA rays that are especially prevalent at altitude. For people with lighter skin, this might be more of a concern, but even darker-skinned people will want to take precautions.
Make Small, Consistent Choices Count
If you’re travelling constantly, then you might already feel under massive pressure to remember your documents and luggage and to turn up at the right gate at the right time. Adding your skincare routine to this mix is a recipe for additional stress.
It’s important not to be a perfectionist when it comes to skincare at altitude. Be consistent, and try to develop habits over the long term, but don’t beat yourself up over the occasional lapse. A single flight without any moisturiser is unlikely to damage your health, unless you stress over it!
