Beauty Tips while Traveling.

Surely you've seen her. She's the essence of style as she strides confidently through the airport on her way to catching a flight to some unknown destination. Wherever she goes, whether in the air or on the road, she seems to defy the sometimes devastating effects of travel.

Admit it -- this is how you would look if you just knew the secrets to good health and well-being while traveling. It's entirely possible to take a trip without jet lag announcing itself all over your face the next day. To look and feel calm, collected and composed at journey's beginning and end, try these soothing, sensible ways to depart and arrive at your best.

Skin

• A pressurized cabin has an extremely drying effect on skin. Keep key beauty products well packed and within arm's reach while flying. A good moisturizer is critical, but go easy when applying, and target only areas that feel especially tight (try AminoGenesis Therapeutic Facial Repair).
• Research reveals that humidity levels on planes can sometime dip as low as the Sahara Desert, which makes water a travel essential. Drink no fewer than six glasses a day, especially since dehydration is a common symptom of prolonged flights...don't be afraid to ask the flight attendant for a refill! Never underestimate water's ability to protect and rehydrate the skin.
• By leaning forward in your seat and supporting your face in your hands for several minutes, you provide the right amount of pressure on facial skin tissue to help eliminate the puffiness caused by lengthy flights.
• A light splash or spritz of cool water keeps skin supple while traveling and decreases the chance of puffiness on arrival (try Urban Apothecary Mineral Mineral Mist).
• No matter where your travels take you, be prepared. Don't leave home without beauty essentials such as cleanser, toner, moisturizer and sun block. And don't forget to follow airline regulations for your carry-on: All liquids, gels and aerosols (3 oz or smaller!) must be placed in a single, quart-size, zip-top, clear plastic bag (one bag per person).

Face, Body and Hair

• It's an unfortunate fact that you'll probably encounter harsh lighting in airports and terminals while traveling. To play down the effects of bad lighting on your face, use foundation like concealer, applying only where needed: under the eyes, around the nose and on any areas of high color.
• To soothe and seal lips, prick a vitamin E capsule and apply a light amount over lipstick to guard against dryness.
• Eliminate unnecessary clutter by packing beauty products that offer two-in-one uses: a cream that is suitable as a moisturizer or lip balm, make-up pencils that serve as lipstick or blush, shampoo that doubles as travel wash. Also, avoid packing breakable bottles or cosmetics that might spill (use stick instead of foundation, solid perfume instead of spray).
• Visit cosmetics counters before leaving home and ask for samples of new products. Pack them in a Ziplock plastic bag when ready to travel. Shop for compacts that contain several beauty necessities in one. This eliminates the need to carry a bulky, bulging makeup kit.
• Don't board a plane with a seriously styled hairdo. A playfully unfussy look is a better choice when the elements (especially weather) are likely to change from one destination to the next. Pack sensible hair care products and choose those that shape and hold.
• Don't sit in one place too long without standing, stretching or walking. Use airplane aisles or highway rest stops.
• To relieve the sinus pressure often caused by flying, apply fingertip pressure under the eyes from inside to outside using smooth movements. Massage the area where the jawbone meets the ear in slow circular motions. Apply revolving pressure to the temples with fingertips.
• Bolster your immune system by treating yourself to a pre-flight aromatherapy massage using a blend of lavender and eucalyptus oil.

Diet and Sleep

• Fresher is better! Feast on fresh fruits and vegetables throughout your trip. Apples, unsalted peanuts, raisins, dried apricots, bananas and other portable, packable foods provide necessary nutrition and have the added benefit of keeping you alert and energized. Avoid alcohol and soda (too much makes you thirstier), and stay away from salty foods that cause swollen ankles and feet.
• Don't confuse the dehydration and fatigue that accompany jet lag with hunger. Keep mealtimes consistent whenever possible and minimize dining after dark. Take small portions and eat slowly.
• Whether in a car or on a plane, use a pillow you can roll up for lumbar or neck support. Travel with a washable pillowcase in a satin-like fabric, so your skin is less likely to be left with creases.
• Don't be embarrassed to don a sleep mask en route. Some are scented with soothing herbs, others lightly weighted to reduce puffiness, others have a cooling effect. If you are serious about catching 40 winks, dab a small amount of eye cream (never over-apply) under the eye and perhaps even a light amount of night cream for relaxed skin when you awaken.

Your Destination

Once you arrive at your destination, enjoy a relaxing (long-awaited) bath using Haute Tub's Jet Set Spa Fizz. An amazing reprieve for long distance travelers, make sure this is on your travel itinerary.