While travel is one of the greatest experiences, it can wreak havoc on your skin! Travel often leads to dehydrated skin from the dry airplane air, disturbed skin balance due to climate changes, sun damaged skin due to long periods of sun exposure during adventures and dullness from stress and inadequate sleep.

In this post, we will reveal some of our favourite travel skincare tips. 

Why travel skincare is important

Travelling can wreak havoc on your skin, but with the right skincare regimen featuring natural and active ingredients, you can maintain a healthy glow no matter where your adventures take you. These products offer numerous benefits beyond just hydration and protection.

Nourish dehydrated skin

Long flights can leave your skin parched and dull. Combat this with moisturisers infused with hydrating ingredients like hyaluronic acid or aloe vera. Products like our Mini Hydrating Hydra-Fluid Moisturiser can replenish lost moisture, keeping your skin supple and radiant even at cruising altitude.

Create a barrier against environmental pollution

Airplane cabins are notorious for circulating dry, polluted air. Shield your skin with antioxidant-rich serums such as our Mini Pomegranate Brightening Serum, infused with antioxidant Q10 spheres which helps brighten the skin and assists in anti-inflammatory activity.

Repair sun damage

Even brief exposure to UV rays during layovers can lead to sun damage. Incorporate a potent sunscreen like Skin Shield Sunscreen SPF 30 into your routine to prevent premature aging and repair existing damage, ensuring your skin stays youthful and resilient throughout your travels. 

How to pack skincare for travel

When embarking on travels, maintaining a consistent skincare routine is essential to keep your skin healthy and radiant. Investing in travel-sized skincare products proves to be a wise choice, as they not only save space but also ensure continuity in your skincare regimen.

Opting for essentials with active ingredients, such as moisturisers rich in hyaluronic acid or serums containing vitamin C, helps combat the adverse effects of travel on the skin, like dehydration and dullness. Prioritise multi-functional products to streamline your packing process, like a sunscreen that also hydrates or a cleanser that removes makeup effectively.

Utilize travel-friendly containers to decant larger products if necessary, ensuring compliance with airline regulations and maximising space efficiency. By packing smartly and focusing on skincare essentials, you can safeguard your skin's health and glow while exploring new destinations.

Choosing the best skincare products for travel 

When it comes to packing skincare essentials for travel, esmi's range of mini skincare products offers an effortless solution. Our mini collection includes travel-sized moisturisers, serums, cleansers, masks and more, catering to all your skincare needs on the go. Let's get into a few of our favourites...

For combatting the dehydrating effects of travel, esmi's Mini Hyaluronic Hydrating Serum stands out, packed with hyaluronic acid to deeply hydrate and plump the skin. Additionally, our mini cleansers effectively remove impurities without stripping the skin's natural moisture barrier, crucial for maintaining skin health amidst changing environments. To rejuvenate tired skin after long flights, esmi's Mini Golden Anti-Ageing Serum is infused with vitamin C helps to brighten and evens out skin tone, counteracting travel-induced dullness!

 

We offer skincare bundles for added convenience, curating essential products together for a hassle-free travel skincare routine. With esmi's mini skincare range, you can ensure your skin remains nourished, hydrated, and radiant wherever your adventures take you.