Grace In-Transit > Travel Beauty Tips

Save face when confronting the harsh effects of travel. The mere mention of planes, time zones, and tempestuous destinations is enough to cause breakouts. Not to worry - this expert advice derails travel's biggest skin threats. So stow your carry-on in the overhead compartment and relax.

Planes, Trains and Automobiles
Skin is particularly sensitive as it adjusts to uncertain travel conditions and irregular sleeping patterns.

• Before take-off, cleanse skin thoroughly, apply a rich moisturizer and keep make-up minimal.
• Double your normal water intake throughout the journey. · Keep lips moist with Vitamin E lip balm.
• Tote powder blotting papers to soak up shine without unbuckling your seatbelt.
• Though travel may give you that not-so-fresh-feeling, resist the urge to over-cleanse
• Relentless scrubbing stimulates sensitive oil glands.
• Use a gentle pore refining astringent to cleanse and revive dull skin. The right astringent gives skin an even glow without all of that rough stuff.

Good Things Come In Small Packages

• When stocking up on at-home skin care products, invest in travel-sized duplicates. Many skin care counters offer sample sizes free with purchase.
• Stash a multi-purpose color stick in your cosmetic bag. These all-in-one wonders serve your cosmetic needs without adding bulk.

Skin Care Short Cuts
Harried travel schedules may not permit extended skin care regimens. Audra Senkus of New York City's Haven spa helps you shave time off of your skin care routine: "For a quick morning beauty routine, skip the cleanser. If you washed, toned, and moisturized the night before, simply rinse skin with warm water to wash the sleep off of your face. Save some seconds by using a moisturizer containing sunscreen."