Five skincare items to pack for travels

By Darlene Joshua – Art in Tanzania internship

Women programs

Medical and Public Health

 Travelling can bring a ton of changes to our daily routines and lifestyles. Flying in different time zones or driving through polluted areas can significantly impact your skin. Dehydration, puffy eyes, and breakouts can all result from these changes. Consequently, it is critical to take the right skin care products with you that will preserve your skin through this lifestyle change.

 So, you have a few days before your trip, and you are surfing the web to find the right skin care products. However, you find yourself overwhelmed with thousands—if not millions—of options. The last thing you need is to feel exasperated about which product to take. 

 A few multi-functional and high-quality products are all you need to enjoy a worry-free trip while preserving your healthy skin. We have compiled a few products that will make a big difference in your trip. No longer so you have to worry about skin breakouts, flakiness, or dull skin.

Face mist 

If your skin is prone to dryness and puffiness, then a rejuvenating mist will cure this skin problem. The Protective Dust Screen Mist by Accoje is a highly effective option because it is free from harsh chemicals like paraben and alcohol. Its triple protection technology forms a protective barrier on the skin to prevent micro-particles from clogging pores. It is best suited for travels where your skin will be exposed to dust. You only need to spray it directly on your face and enjoy long hours of moisturized and supple skin. As we have said before, skin care is a solemn ritual. Including a mist in your travel bag and replenishing skin moisture should top the list. 

 2) Face packs 

Face masks are great additions to any skincare regimen to target specific skin care issues. Face Masks are especially beneficial if you are headed to warm or hot destinations. Being in a humid environment means you will perspire more; sweat cannot dry up, leaving the skin warm and sticky. This makes facial skin vulnerable to infections and breakouts. Masks can help restore the skin’s PH balance, remove excess oils and tighten the skin pores. Face packs come in containers.

And you may need to travel light- especially on road trips. The Missha Pure Source Pocket Pack is a commendable compact product. Comes with various textures and extracts like pomegranate, green tea, and shea butter. With gel-like and thick creamy textures, you can choose the one that best suits your skin type from this range. 

3) Light facial oils 

Need a moisturizer that will keep your skin’s PH balanced even when you are out on a long walk on a sunny day? Then choose the WONDER Black Rice Facial Oil by Haru Haru Wonder, a lightweight and fast-absorbing formula that does not leave a greasy residue on your face. Prolonged exposure to the sun or extreme winds and cold can cause moisture evaporation from the skin and may lead to dry skin – this applies to all skin types. So, if you go to a place where you will be out in the sun all day, this face oil is for you. It is formulated with sweet almond and jojoba oil, which promotes collagen synthesis, soothes irritated skin and keeps it hydrated. This product immediately revives the skin’s elasticity. 

4) Sun blockers 

A sun-kissed glowing face looks terrific in Instagram pictures! But skin suffers a lot when constantly exposed to harmful ultraviolet rays while you are basking at the beach. To prevent skin inflammation, pigmentation, and reddened skin, you must pack sunscreen with you. The Rovectin Double Tone-up UV Protector SPF50+ PA++++ is an option, a mineral sunscreen infused with Titanium Dioxide and Zinc Oxide. SPF50+ acts as a protective barrier on your skin by blocking 98% of ultraviolet rays. Vitamin E stimulates cell reproduction and fights free radicals, most importantly it traps moisture in your skin. Ideal for teenage to mature skin, pack this for yourself and your mom. 

5) More Sun-protection 

They say you can never have too much sunscreen, which is true! After a long day outdoors, your skin needs to be replenished. Extra UV protection, moisturization, calmness and softness are just what your skin needs. Choose I’M REPAIR AFTER SUN soothing cream by Suntique because it significantly boosts hydration. Infused with panthenol, it improves the skin’s elasticity and smooth appearance. This benefits the skin after spending the day outdoors, where your skin is exposed to the hot sun or cold weather. It is an effective treatment for all skin types, specifically for ageing and dehydrated skin. 

A compact bag with all these items is all you need to maintain a youthful appearance and a room somewhere. They will cater to your skin problems while you enjoy the road trip and free you from worries. With all these products we tried on, why won’t you have all the fun?