When travelling, everyone has the pleasure of rediscovering themselves and the world around them. Our skin, however, has to deal with fluctuations in humidity and temperature and take on new habits. To take care of the skin when travelling, it is important to realize that our routine is dynamic, which reflects and reacts to the environments we pass through. It is resilient but delicate; this is why, to keep our skin in good health, we recommend a tailor-made approach to facial treatment for the journey.

Facial Treatment Before Departure

To prepare the skin, understand the change of your environment throughout the trip, in particular the air conditioning and the low humidity that reigns in the planes, as well as the possibility of a sudden change of climate on your arrival. . In addition to your facial skincare habits, some preventative measures can be beneficial for your skin in preparation for an aeroplane trip. Moisturise your whole body efficiently with lotions that are enriched with argan oil or vitamin C.

Preparations Before The Flight

Intensify your hydration by drinking a lot of water and avoid (or minimize) the use of makeup so as not to clog the pores. It is also advisable to rest well before any plane trip. If you have acne-prone skin then use a toner that is enriched with tea tree oil. It will help remove impurities from the skin and prevent any allergies from happening.

Deep Cleansing To Promote Hydration

In the days leading up to the flight, we recommend cleaning the skin with the greatest care to remove dead skin and impurities. Deep cleansing with an exfoliating treatment such as Facial cleanser with salicylic acid or olive oil. It helps to gently polish the skin and allows it to absorb moisturizers more effectively. This precaution reduces the drying effects of prolonged exposure to air conditioning.

A good dose of Vitamin C

Treatments containing Vitamin C are recommended to nourish the skin before any plane trip. Thanks to its antioxidant properties, this vitamin helps protect the skin against free radicals. Its effect will be reinforced by several successive applications before, during or after the flight.

Caring for the skin on a plane

Any air travel exposes your skin to the dehydrating and drying effects of an air-conditioned and pressurized environment. In the event of transcutaneous water loss, the skin’s protective hydrolipidic barrier may be damaged: the surface then becomes more sensitive, and more vulnerable to bacteria. Whatever your skin type, it is necessary to maintain hydration to preserve its protective barrier function. Do carry a vitamin E spray mist, in case skin gets dry on the flight.

Cleaning and hydration in the cabin for all skin types.

To cool the skin in flight, there is no need to cleanse it in the traditional way — which involves rinsing with water. Instead, you can apply toner to a cloth or cotton pad, then rub it gently over your face to remove impurities and balance the skin, before applying moisturizer. We recommend the use of toner enriched with hyaluronic acid or tree tea oil or vitamin C, as it is rich in antioxidants and even hydrating.