Skin-tastic Journeys

(forgive my bad English)
August is an ideal time for a resort getaway, however, you may be tired of packing too much makeup and having it explode all over your luggage . Travel skincare should be about minimum effort forr maximum effect. Your holiday starts here...

In-Fight Tricks
Flying not only causes jet lag, but it can cause a multitude of changes in the skin as well. The dry environment, a high atmospheric pressure, overly salty and oily in-filght food, and being cramped for hours into a tight, confined space can leave the skin dull, dehydrated.

Packing sample or travel-sized skincare on board is convenient, since they often come in clear bottles or bags, which are generally accepted under the new rules for taking liquids through security. However, different countries and airports have varying regulations and restrictions, so remrmber to check before packing your skincare and any liquid cosmetics.

Bring a multipurpose fanu=ical cream to soothe dehydrated skin and hands, of even to use to groom your hair and eyebrows. Before you fly, make sure to remove all of your makeup. If you cannot bear to have a nudeface, use moisturisers combined with your foundation or simply use a tinted moisturiser to even out your skin tone , and give it light coverage to make you glow.

Another skin-quenching trick for frequent travellers: Lather on a gel-based mask as a thick cream before boarding and leave it on your face, but no one will notice since the gel-based make is clear.

Deal with Different weather
When traveling to hot and humid places, the most important thing is to prevent sun damage. It's best to use a sunblock with at least SPF 15 or highter, or use a daily moisturiser that already has SPF in it. And don't underestimate the importance of moisturising your skin: during hot weather, you lose most of your body's water through sweating, so hydrating your skin is as important as drinkinglots of water. Oil control is another issue to bear in mind: you don't want a shiny nose in each of your travel photos. Blotting sheets and translucent mattifying powder is essential to keep the oilest skin shine-free.

If you are heading to Southern Hemisphere, visiting places like South America, Australia and New Zealand, then your hands and lips may suffer from cold, dry weather. Keep a hydrating hand cream in your handbag and use it often! Crabtree &Evelyn Gardeners Hand Therapy Cream, in a handy purse-size, is lasded with nutrient-rich shea butter that helps to nourish and condition rough hands.

Lips will love Dr Andrew Weil for Origins Conditioning Lip Balm with Turmeric; the combination of turmeric, cocoa butter, jojoba, sunflower and sesame seed oils, murumuru and candillila has proven results to heal dryness and relieve roughness.

Downsize Your Cosmetic Bag
Hoilday suitcases overflowing with gifts, clothes and shoes don't leave much room for skincare and makeup to take with you. That's why all cosmetics should possess double-duty power to make the most of your travel palette. Combine eye and cheek colours into one cream-pink with a hint of beige works well with most skin tones. The tiny Ipsa Face Powderpack can be used for the eyes as a shadow or face as a blush. You can also choose a cream or cream-to-powder formula, which are long wearing and can be combined with a moristuriser for a soft look during the day. Bring a brown eye shadow, which is suitable for both eyebrow powder and eye shadow to create an elegant nighttime makeup look.

Mascara and lip gloss are essential. Use a waterproof mascara since it stays on all day and keeps eyes looking bright. Mascara can also be used as a liquid eyeliner with an angled brush, and clear lip gloss with high moisturising ingredients can be used as a blam. If you want to carry your fragrance around, a roll-on or solid perfume are two smart ways to avoid toting around a beautiful but breakable glass perfume bottle in your suitcase.

Travel Must-have
Vaseline is indispensable and at the top of the list. It's great for chapped lips, wind-burned cheeks, and dry hands and feet. Vaseline is also the perfect remover for waterproof mascara and eyeliner. If you are going to be out in the sun, then sunblock with SPF 15 is a must. If you are planning some outdoor activities, take a sunblock with SPF 30or higher. As waterproof sunblock may block pores, make sure to bring along a facial scrub or deep cleansing mask.

Another travel must-have is a brow kit: mini tweezers, eyebrow pencil or pencil or powder as well as an angled brush will give you the tools to keep a groomed and polished look.

Eat Healthily
Watch your diet in-flight, stay away from caffeine and alcohol when flying. The effect of alcohol and caffeine will dry out your skin. Coffee, tea, cola, cocoa and chocolate all contain caffeine, so when the trolley passes by, ask for some fresh juice or water. Never underestimate the power of pure water, as H20keeps your body properly hydrated from the inside out, and it can balance overly salty in-flight food - you will feel less drowsy and your body will thank you.

My Choose
Sebum Care Pack (Fancl)
Shaping Facial Lift Wrap (Clarins)
Multivtamin Power Recovery Masque (Dermalogica)
Purifying body Cleanser and Moisturising Cream Conditioner {of Menthoderm to Go Deluxe Travel Set (Menthoderm)}
Thermalwasser-Spray (Vichy)

Blush Minerals (L'Oreal Paris)
Eye Shadow in Taupe (Bobbi Brown)
Conditioning Lip Blam with Turmeric (Dr. Andrew Well for Origins)
On the Peal Makeup Cleansing Milk (Ipsa)

Vitamin C Mist for Fae of Cura-C (Borghese)
Vitamin C Renewal Treatment Kit (Borghese)
Green Science Line Minimiser (Aveda)
Green Science Firming Face Cream (Aveda)
Age White Reverser Superior Cream (Helena Rubinstein)
UV Protect Moisturiser SPF 50 / PA +++ (Hada.Ka)