Anyone who flies often knows that a journey involves more than just moving from one place to another. The recirculated cabin air saps moisture, your internal clock gets thrown off, and arriving on schedule? That’s never guaranteed. While we can’t ensure a perfectly smooth flight, we can help soothe irritated, puffy skin with a customized in-flight beauty regimen—all approved by TSA and ready for your carry-on.
The beauty plan we’ve put together today is tailored for a trip to snowy peaks. Below, we walk you through every step from the moment you board until you touch down, with a simple routine that also works as an après-skin hydration boost.
For optimal skin health, use a moisturizing cream cleanser before you head to the gate to counteract the drying effects of the cabin environment. After that, stow your cleanser and keep a pack of cleansing wipes in your hand luggage for a fast refresh.
We suggest going makeup-free on the plane, but if you have to wear makeup through security, be sure to remove every trace (along with any dirt or oil) before departure using a makeup wipe. MAC’s Demi wipes include vitamin E, which helps preserve the skin’s moisture barrier while you cleanse.
Chantecaille’s botanical mask is formulated for situations of extreme exposure, such as bitter wind chill or jet lag. This soothing mask delivers intense hydration to chapped skin, and we recommend applying it like a rich cream—both during the flight and after a day spent skiing.
For tired eyes and dry lips, La Prairie’s dual-purpose product is ideal for soothing at 35,000 feet and for saving space in your luggage. The eye cream-gel softens fine lines with gentle moisture, while the balm helps heal chapped lips. Apply generously throughout the trip. Its compact size fits easily into your jacket pocket, so you can reapply on the ski lift as well.
Chantecaille Jasmine and Lily healing mask | La Prairie Anti-Aging Eye & Lip Perfection à Porter | MAC Little MAC Demi wipes
Arrive looking polished but not overly done. Whether or not you managed to sleep, you’ll appear refreshed with a simple curl of your lashes. Charlotte Tilbury’s lash curler opens up the eyes by lengthening your lashes—no mascara required.
Your skin—now feeling soft and well-hydrated—becomes even more radiant with a hint of pink on the cheeks. Just before landing, add a rosy glow by applying Tata Harper’s nourishing tint to the apples of your cheeks. Then sweep a bit across your lips to complete the fresh, natural look.
Tata Harper Volumizing lip & cheek tint | Charlotte Tilbury Life Changing Lashes eyelash curler
Photography and story by Erica Lopez
