Want to land fresher than when you
took off? Our experts reveal their top tips
She
passed business class with flying colors
Hydration boosters
‘The Body Shop Vitamin E Lip Care SPF15, $
6, is my handbag must-have to keep my lips hydrated on-board and I make sure I
drink lots of water throughout the flight. Sarah Chapman Instant Miracle Mask,
$ 59 for four, gives instant radiance after a long flight – it contains vitamin
C and hyaluronic acid to leave skin feeling firmer, plumper and hydrated.’
Jemma Kidd, international make-up artist
The
Body Shop Vitamin E Lip Care SPF15
Glow givers
‘I drink plenty of water to help counteract
the dry cabin air. A little bronzing powder is the perfect antidote if your
skin looks grey post-flight – I dust on Bobbi Brown Bronzing Powder, $ 40, then
warm a skin balm (try Trilogy Everything balm, $ 19.3) in my hands and gently
pat it on my cheeks to create a dewy glow.’
Bobbi Brown, CEO of Bobbi Brown Cosmetics
Bobbi
Brown Bronzing Powder, Trilogy Everything balm
Eye treats
‘My career entails lots of flying; jetlag,
long hours and early starts – all of which take their toll on my eyes and skin.
To combat dryness, I always take my make-up off as soon as I board, using Ponds
Cold Cream Cleanser, $ 6.94 – it’s brilliant as it gives your skin a deep
cleanse without drying it out. I love Optrex ActiMist 2 in 1 Tired +
Uncomfortable Eye Spray, $ 23.16 – it’s instantly refreshing and moisturizes,
too, so I always walk off the plane feeling revitalized.’
Erin O’Connor, model
Ponds
Cold Cream Cleanser, Optrex ActiMist 2 in 1 Tired + Uncomfortable Eye Spray
De-stress essentials
‘My line of work means I travel all the
time, and there are a few rules I stick to religiously to ensure I arrive at my
destination feeling almost human. I always travel with a neck pillow, such as
Design Go Bean Neck Pillow, $ 18.52, and, if I’m on a long-haul flight, I’ll
put a few drops of Aveda Lavender Fleurs Oil, $ 26.26, on it to help me relax.’
Lisa Valencia, hair and make-up artist
Design
Go Bean Neck Pillow, Aveda Lavender Fleurs Oil
Sleep inducers
‘A little bottle of sweet almond oil (try
Neal’s Yard Almond Oil, $ 13.59) keeps my skin fully hydrated throughout the
flight. Then, when I get to my destination, I have a nice hot shower using Neom
Tranquallity Organic Bath Oil, $ 49.43. It’s full of English lavender and
guarantees the best night’s sleep ever, so I feel rested and ready for any
meetings the next morning.’
Nicola Elliott, founder, Neom Luxury
Organics
Neal’s
Yard Almond Oil, Neom Tranquallity Organic Bath Oil
Skin coolers
‘The secret to looking great after a
long-haul flight is to keep your skin hydrated and cool during the journey. I
regularly spritz my face with Evian Facial Spray Atomiser, $ 5.39. Then, an
hour before landing. I’ll put on an Olay Total Effects Mask, $ 26.24, or rest
cotton pads soaked in ice-cold water over my face and eyes. Both reduce
puffiness and provide a clean and refreshed make-up base.’
Jo Malone, founder of Jo Loves Fragrances
Evian
Facial Spray Atomiser, Olay Total Effects Mask
Sole mates
‘I pop a pair Brora Cashmere Socks, $
44.80, over a layer of Clarins Foot Beauty Treatment Cream, $ 32.44, (the Hand
& Foot Beauty Treatment Kit, $ 29.35, contains a smaller size). The arnica
extract reduces any swelling, plus it’s really moisturizing. In fact, my feet
look more sandal-worthy when I arrive than when I get on the plane!’
Leyla Tabaksert, Zest’s contributing beauty
editor
Brora
Cashmere Socks, Hand & Foot Beauty Treatment Kit
Take it on board
All you need to know to avoid parting with
your treasured beauty products at the security desk
- Hand-luggage containers must hold no more
than 100ml of fluid (anything bigger can go in your suitcase). All the
products on this page are 100ml or under.
- They must be carried in just one single,
transparent, re-sealable bag. You must use the one you’re given at the
airport, it measures approx. 20cm x 20cm.
- Liquids don’t just mean water; they also
include creams, lotions, oils, perfumes, lip gloss, mascara, lipsticks,
pastes, and hair and shower gel.
