High altitudes, dry cabin air, and fluctuating temperatures onboard can wreak havoc on even the most balanced complexion. No matter the status stamped on your airline ticket! That’s why, stashing these handy skin travel tips (and a couple of airline-approved-sized products) in your carry-on can ensure your complexion arrives at its final destination feeling first-class fresh. Whether you’re jetting off to the tropics or chasing a Winter wonderland, here’s everything you need to stay hydrated, refreshed, and glowing mid-air.

Hydration heroes

Cabin air is notoriously dry, with humidity levels dropping as low as 20%. This can strip moisture from your skin, leaving it feeling tight, flaky, and irritated. Before boarding, apply a rich serum packed with hyaluronic acid. This superstar ingredient draws moisture into the skin and keeps it plump throughout the journey. Then,  pair it with a rich, emollient moisturiser to lock in hydration. 

Try: Hydro X∙Cell Moisturising Gel Cream, by Bioten.

This moisturiser is packed with 95% natural ingredients, including Hyaluronic Acid and Spirulina Cellular Water, this fragrance free, vegan friendly formula delivers 72 hours of hydration and soothing care- perfect for in-flight skin care. Plus, it’s eco-conscious with 100% recyclable packaging!

Misty magic

A refreshing facial mist is a mid-flight life saver. Look for one with calming ingredients like rose water or aloe vera to soothe and rejuvenate your skin. While it’s tempting to spritz every hour, overdoing it can lead to even more dryness. Instead, use it sparingly – just enough to keep your skin feeling fresh.

Try: Beauty Elixir, $86, by Caudalie at Sephora 

The fine mist is packed with natural ingredients like grape extract, rosemary, and orange blossom, offering a soothing burst of hydration that combats the dry, recycled air of the cabin. This revitalising mist not only helps to keep your skin feeling refreshed and luminous but also enhances your complexion, giving it that much needed glow mid-flight. Perfect for setting makeup or giving your skin a dewy, refreshed look without the heaviness of a cream, it’s a game changer for maintaining a radiant complexion at 30,000 feet. Plus, its calming aroma makes it a luxe, feel good addition to those who suffer travel anxiety!

Lip love

Chapped lips are a common mid-air woe. Protect them with a hydrating lip balm rich in shea butter, beeswax, or lanolin. Reapply throughout the flight to maintain a smooth pout, especially after sipping on that complimentary sparkling water.

Try:  Pep up Peptide Lip Treatment, $16.99, by DB Cosmetics

Keep your skin fresh and hydrated at 30,000 feet DB’s Pep Up Peptide Lip Treatment.. Packed with nourishing peptides and a smooth, non sticky formula, this lip treatment will keep your lips plump, moisturised, and ready to glow, no matter how long the flight. Plus, its popularity as a dupe for Hailey Bieber’s Rhode Lip Balm – and its ability to deliver the same luxury results at a fraction of the cost – will have you feeling like Ms Bieber, on a budget.

A helping hand

Don’t let your paws feel anything less than perfect! Even on a plane! When travelling, keeping your hands nourished and protected is essential, especially in the dry, low humidity environment of an airplane cabin. A good hand cream helps to create a barrier against dehydration, ensuring your hands stay soft and smooth throughout the flight. Apply a rich, hydrating formula to lock in moisture and restore dry skin, so you can arrive at your destination with hands feeling refreshed.

Try: Hand Balm, $6.95, by Dermal Therapy

Packed with 10% urea and 2% Dimethicone, this powerful blend of emollients works quickly to hydrate, protect, and restore your skin. Feel the difference with visible results in just one day – even for severely dry hands. Australian-made and clinically tested on nurses, it’s proven to provide rapid relief when you need it most. Even if you’re halfway over the Atlantic Ocean!

Heavy-duty deodorant

Deodorant is key for staying fresh during long haul flights. The dry air can make you feel less than your best, but a gentle, effective deodorant can help maintain freshness and boost your confidence throughout the journey. Keep one on hand to ensure you’re feeling cool and collected, no matter how long the flight.

Try: Deodorant, $14.40, by Bondi Wash

Made from natural ingredients like Australian White Cypress, this gentle and effective scent is perfect for maintaining freshness on a long haul journey.