It’s that time of the year again, but our Instagram feeds are suddenly starting to give us FOMO. From Euro summer vacays to winter getaways, it seems everyone is on travel mode. And while this is super-exciting (and we never thought we'd see the day), it can be daunting to pack for your travels.
Luckily, we're here to help! If you're unsure how the heck you prep your beauty products for a trip outside your bathroom, this straightforward guide has you covered. From dealing with dehydrated skin to frazzled strands, we outline how to care for your hair and skin while travelling. So you'll not only look fab on your hols, you'll return looking (and feeling) like a brand new human. Read on!
Before you leave home… get your glow on
While we all want that just-back-from holidays-glow, we’re also big fans of a little pre-travel prep to hit the ground running (and glowing)! Before you even step foot in the airport, we strongly recommend getting your (faux) tan on. That way you’ll arrive at your destination feeling confident and maybe even a little more relaxed. And you’ll also be less tempted to risk damage from sun-baking to build your colour.
For an even, natural-looking tan with no orange tones, try the Sunny Honey Bali Bronzing Foam. Formulated with 100% natural DHA, it comes in three different shades with colour guide technology for a flawless glow. The CellushapeTM formula also helps blur imperfections, so you’ll feel great in your skin on the beach or at the bar.
Make sure you prep 24 hours earlier with our luscious Bali Buffing Sugar and check out our tips on how to apply self-tanner for the best results.
On the plane… hydrate & protect!
If you’re travelling by plane, stash some hydrating products in your carry-on to combat that bone-dry aircraft air. While you can probably get away with a few hours of ultra-low humidity, a long-haul flight is the perfect time to pamper yourself. Think face mask, lush moisturiser, hair treatment – or all three!
For your body, we recommend slathering any exposed skin (like your elbows, shins or forearms) with our ultra-rich Body Moisture Whip. To protect your face from the harsh cabin conditions, we recommend trying our Daily Water Gel SPF50+ Sunscreen. Remember, regardless of where you're seated, sunscreen is an absolute necessity during air travel. In fact, a study on UV exposure in planes revealed that flying at 30,000 feet for an hour can be equivalent to a 20-minute session in a tanning bed. And don’t forget your hair!
To arrive with smooth, silky, frizz-free strands, treat your hair to some hydrating action with our Miracle Hair Elixir. A hair oil/serum hybrid, the Elixir nourishes with coconut, fig and moisture-binding hyaluronic acid, plus vitamins and antioxidants for buckets of shine. Run a few drops through your mid-lengths and ends, or for an ultra-intensive treatment, try hair slugging.
We'd normally also recommend skipping the alcohol. But given the past few years, we'll let a small celebratory G&T slide.
Before sight-seeing… pop on a leave-in conditioner
Whether you’ve booked a beach-heavy break or are off on a hiking or city adventure, you’ll likely be spending loads of time outdoors. And believe it or not, it’s not just your skin that gets damaged by UV and pollution.
To keep your hair protected and looking its best, give it a few pumps of our Leave In Conditioner. Lightweight and non-greasy, it nourishes, hydrates and detangles thanks to a unique blend of coconut, avocado oil and rice proteins. And antioxidant-packed moringa helps reduce damage from the sun, smog and other external stressors.
Apply 1-4 pumps on wet or dry hair and you’re good to go!
Don’t leave your hotel without SPF
No matter if it’s winter or summer, snowing or sandy, daily sun protection is essential. So, make sure you apply a broad-spectrum, high-SPF formula each morning and reapply as directed throughout the day. Especially after swimming or exercising.
Why broad spectrum? Because this means it doesn’t just protect you against those burning UVB rays, it’ll also shield you from aging UVA rays. Able to cut through glass and cloud, these wrinkle-causing rays are present at consistent levels all year round.
Need a sunscreen recommendation? Our SPF Essentials Set is infused with skin-loving ingredients such as aloe vera and antioxidant vitamin E to protect and hydrate skin.
After a long day at the beach… use a moisturising hair mask
Don't let a day at the beach take a toll on your hair. Pamper yourself with a moisturising hair mask to revitalise your locks after a seaside adventure. Our specially formulated hair mask is a must-have in your travel bag, offering multiple benefits in one product.
Spending time under the sun and in the salty sea can be damaging to your tresses, which is why an ultra-nourishing mask like ours is a must-have. Our multi-award-winning, 5-in-1 formula delivers exceptional results while minimizing the number of products you need to pack. Its hydrating and deep conditioning properties work wonders in taming unruly strands, leaving them soft, manageable and beautifully revitalised. Say goodbye to dry and unruly hair as our mask hydrates and deeply conditions for a stunning transformation.
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To maintain your tan… pack a tan mist plus moisturiser!
If you think you’ll have time to top up your tan on your trip, it’s a great idea to grab a convenient travel-sized pack of your favourite bronzer. Our Tan Masters Kit comes with a cute mini version of our cult tanning mousse, our best-selling face tan mist, plus a limited edition kabuki brush for a mess-free glow-up.
If you’re going for a week or less, you can probably get away with doing a full-body tan. So long as you moisturise, moisturise, moisturise to maximise the life of your glow! Make sure you pack – and actually use – a body cream or lotion, like our Body Moisture Whip. Formulated with nourishing coconut and cacao oils, it also boasts firming CellushapeTM technology for soft, smooth, supple skin.
Another face tan option? Pack tanning drops to mix drops into your moisturiser and apply all over if you want a more customisable self-tan.
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Written By: Pip Jarvis
Edited by: Iris
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