Essential in-flight skincare: maintaining a fresh look on long-haul flights

When traveling, we love to rediscover ourselves and our chosen destinations and see them in a different light. Proper skincare above the clouds is a major challenge. To ensure that it is tailored to your needs in the best possible way, we recommend a customized skincare routine that takes both the flight and the destination into account. Our skin is a reactive organism and adapts very quickly to new environmental influences. With optimal skincare when traveling, you support a fresh appearance and make no compromises when it comes to cell health. Especially on long-haul flights, a relaxing atmosphere with soothing serums, refreshing essences and gentle cleansing is an indispensable part of your hand luggage.

Before the flight - cleanse your skin thoroughly

On the days before departure, a deep cleanse is recommended to support hydration. Dead skin cells, impurities and make-up residue should be removed from the skin, especially before a long-haul flight. Thorough cleansing ensures that your skin can better absorb the high-quality care products afterwards and thus regenerate more quickly. You can also increase the hydration of the entire skin by drinking alcohol- and caffeine-free liquids.

In order to prepare the skin for a longer journey and change your beauty routine in good time, the varying conditions should be taken into account. In addition to the air-conditioned air in an airplane, the potentially changed environment on arrival is also part of the changed conditions when traveling. If you want to refresh your skin for a short time before a flight, you can use a toner, which is gently applied to the face with a cotton pad or fine cloth.

Skin care during the flight

In an airplane, the humidity is usually around 20 percent, whereas on the ground it is between 40 and 60 percent. During a flight, you therefore really notice how the air in the cabin changes. Moisturizing serums are the beauty equivalent of a glass of water for the skin and are therefore essential for longer flights.

Especially on long flights, your facial skin is exposed to dehydrating and drying effects. These are not only caused by the air conditioning, but are also supported by bacteria and other conditions. The skin is surrounded by a protective hydrolipid layer, which basically protects it from such influences. However, if the skin loses moisture, this protection can be impaired and the surface becomes more susceptible to bacteria. Maintaining hydration is essential to support the body's own barrier function.

For optimal moisturizing care, pleasant and beguiling face masks belong in every hand luggage. Masks with a light serum base are ideal after a long flight. The effect of a hyaluronic acid serum can unfold better under a nourishing mask. On board, on the other hand, you can use a creamy solution with the consistency of a light lotion. For an optimal beauty routine when traveling, the entire body should always be considered and cared for according to its needs. Pamper your legs with a refreshing spray and effectively prevent swelling. A gentle massage can also revitalize tired legs and stimulate the lymphatic system.

A fortifying layer of vitamin C

Before and during a long-haul flight, the skin needs to be supported with valuable vitamins. Formulations with vitamin C are essential to refresh the skin and give it vitality. Antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties ensure a radiant and even complexion.

For people with dry skin, we recommend a moisturizer that contains an increased dose of vitamin C and E as well as nourishing plant oils. An
unforgettable fragrance of the care products invigorates the senses and guarantees wellness on the go for every flight. We recommend a skin protection cream, which offers your skin intensive care and reliable protection thanks to its valuable ingredients.

Regenerating the skin in hot, humid climates

As soon as you land, you will notice that your sensitive skin needs support in order to adapt to the changed temperatures and environmental influences. It is therefore advisable to thoroughly cleanse the skin after the flight in order to adapt your beauty routine to a new climate and new conditions.

When traveling to hot and humid climates, there is a tendency for the skin to produce more sebum. Sensitive facial skin therefore requires particularly thorough and revitalizing cleansing. Rich creams usually feel heavy at tropical destinations, which is why a hydrating lotion or serum is a pleasantly light alternative. These care products provide the skin with optimal moisture and important nutrients.

Regain balance in cold and dry conditions

Winter poses particular challenges for your beauty routine. Long-haul flights to cold places therefore also require some special attention. Even when cleansing, the skin should not be deprived of much-needed moisture. For dry and sensitive skin, we therefore recommend a mild toner for cleansing followed by a moisturizer. This seals the moisture in the skin and keeps it soft and supple. With the right moisturizer, nothing stands in the way of a toned and well-groomed complexion when you land.

Wellness on the go - indispensable essentials

A nourishing balm is the aromatherapeutic and highly efficient answer to exhaustion and therefore a perfect remedy for jet lag. As beautiful as the view from an airplane is, the sun's UV rays are much stronger above the cloud cover. To protect the skin from damage and irritation, sun protection with sun protection factor 50 is recommended, especially for long journeys. A sun protection stick is particularly practical for long-haul flights, as it is easy to store and provides optimum protection for your skin.

To keep your skincare perfectly organized on the go, we offer you the ideal travel bag in the Oberwerth Shop. Our handmade bags made of fine leather not only offer enough space for all your skincare essentials, but also protect them stylishly and safely during your long-haul flight. From practical weekenders to elegant business backpacks , you'll find luxurious companions that will make your journey even more comfortable. Browse through our store and find the bag that suits both your style and your needs!