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Skincare and makeup guide for long-haul flights

Long haul flights can dehydrate your skin and make you feel less than flawless. If you want to feel and look your best during and after a long haul flight, here are the tips you should follow.

Always shower – Before you pile on the body lotion, ensure that you take a shower before you fly. If you must apply some makeup before you leave, look at applying tinted moisture and some blush before you head out the door.

Cleansing – Hand sanitizer is a must as most airports and planes carry a lot of germs. You can also use one of your facial wipes to clean your seat handles and tray before you get ready for your flight. If you are planning on taking a nap, make sure you cleanse your face before you take a snooze.

Moisturizing – You will need a good quality face cream, lip balm, and hand cream to apply during your flight. If you have acne, it is best to look at a brand of moisturizer that is specially created to reduce acne and redness. Make sure you apply your lip balm and hand cream throughout the flight.

Extra moisturizing – If your skin gets dry during a flight, pack a face sheet mask or a facial mist to hydrate and freshen your skin.

Makeup – To look your best when you get off the plane, look at applying your make up 45 minutes before landing. Look at a look that matches who you have to meet and where you are going after you leave the airport.