Our top skin saviours for long haul flights
Why Air Travel Wreaks Havoc on Your Skin
Ever noticed your skin feels dry, tight, and dull after flying? You’re not imagining it. Airplane cabins have humidity levels as low as 10–20%, compared to about 50% in most homes.
This dry environment, combined with recycled air and altitude, strips moisture from your skin, weakens your barrier, and accelerates signs of fatigue and ageing.
That’s why a travel skincare routine is essential for keeping your complexion fresh and radiant wherever you land.
The Best Travel Skincare Tips for Long Flights
1. Start Hydrated Inside and Out
Hydration begins before you board. Drink plenty of water in the days leading up to your flight and avoid excess caffeine and alcohol, which can dehydrate you further.
Tip: Pack a reusable water bottle to refill during the journey.
2. Apply a Nourishing Serum or Oil
After takeoff, cleanse your skin and apply a hydrating serum rich in hyaluronic acid, vitamin C, or ceramides to lock in moisture and protect against oxidative stress.
3. Use a Protective Moisturiser
Layer a rich, soothing moisturiser to seal hydration into your skin and prevent transepidermal water loss.
4. Keep Lips and Eyes Comfortable
Dry air can lead to chapped lips and irritated eyes. Bring a nourishing lip balm and soothing eye drops to stay comfortable in-flight.
5. Support Skin From Within
Long flights can deplete your skin’s moisture and antioxidant reserves. Rejuvenated’s H3O Hydration is packed with ionic electrolytes, hyaluronic acid, and antioxidants to replenish hydration at a cellular level. Just mix a sachet with water to help maintain skin plumpness and glow throughout your journey.
6. Refresh Before Landing
Use a spritz of facial mist to wake up your complexion, reapply moisturiser if needed, and gently tap on concealer to look bright and well-rested.
Travel Skincare Essentials to Pack
- Hydrating serum with hyaluronic acid
- Rich moisturiser or balm
- Lip balm
- Eye drops
- Facial mist
- H3O Hydration sachets for cellular hydration
- H3O Night Repair to hydrate and repair while you sleep
Why H3O Hydration Is the Ultimate Travel Companion
Dry cabin air drains your body’s natural moisture and leaves skin looking fatigued. H3O Hydration helps:
- Replenish lost fluids and electrolytes
- Support radiant, plump skin
- Reduce the appearance of tiredness
- Protect against oxidative stress from travel
It’s your secret weapon to arrive feeling energised, hydrated, and ready to go.
Long-haul flights don’t have to mean lacklustre skin.
With a thoughtful travel skincare routine, nourishing hydration, and the right products, you can keep your complexion glowing and refreshed no matter how many time zones you cross.
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