Holiday skin: Tips for different types of getaways

Let’s be honest here – going from a tropical climate to the depths of winter is going to wreak havoc on your skin. Cold weather makes your skin more dry, whether you’re exposed to the harsh winds outdoors or you’re holed up indoors with the heating on. You’ll need more moisture so use Sigi Skin’s Tea-Tox Sheet Mask, a 20% probiotics sheet mask that hydrates and soothes skin.

Your skin barrier is more prone to disruption during winter so you’ll need skincare products that don’t exacerbate this. Look for gentle cleansers such as the Kaleanser Face Wash, a vegan face cleanser that rebalances your skin’s pH level and doesn’t strip away your natural moisture barrier. Ingredients such as soy extracts soothe and moisturise your skin, providing the extra hydration you need. 

Your lips are one of the first spots where you’ll feel the effects of winter so keep them hydrated at all times. Butter Glaze Lip Jelly helps nourish and plump your lips, preventing it from chapping and cracking. Bonus – it’s available in three shades, which give your lips a sheer wash of colour so you’ll be Instagram-ready at all times.

Your skincare checklist for a beach breakaway should always – always! – include sunscreen. You’ll need a broad-spectrum sunscreen with an SPF of at least 30 to protect your skin from all that sun exposure. Morning Glow Physical Sunscreen contains avocado and acai extracts; both of them are rich in vitamin E and fatty acids, which help counteract the effects of the sun’s infrared rays. Your skin will be youthful and supple, and the cream’s light, whipped texture means there’s no residue after application. 

Don’t just apply products while you’re in the sun though, you also need to prepare your skin for the day ahead. It’s the skincare version of a pep talk, telling your skin it needs to stay calm despite the sunshine. Idyllic Fields Daytime Moisturiser does just that, with its soothing blend of 75% oats, troxerutin, polyglutamic acid and matcha extracts, which provide instant hydration and relief from irritations.

For that extra dose of vitamin C to protect you skin from sun damage, try Daylight Oasis Vitamin C Serum, with benefits such as reducing hyperpigmentation and improving skin texture. 

So you’re more of a city girl and want to spend your holiday exploring another modern metropolis. Your biggest skincare issue here is the polluted environment you’ll be exposed to. You’ll need to ensure your skin is cleared of the day’s dirt so use the Garden Party Deep Cleansing Clay Mask. It deeply purifies skin and prevents breakouts without stripping it of moisture. Dead skin cells can attract and trap pollutants so it’s crucial that you exfoliate. 

Give your skin a midday boost with Dew Potion Essence Mist. Pop it in your handbag for instant moisture any time you feel the heavy effects of the environment. After a long day of sightseeing, give your eye area some much-needed TLC with the Gentle Gaze Anti-Ageing Eye Cream. It addresses eye puffiness and dark circles and has anti-ageing properties too. Then go to bed with Youth Beam Anti-Ageing Night Serum, which repairs the day’s damage and fortifies skin microbiome while you’re asleep.

Being on a plane is extremely drying and while you can drink lots of water to stay hydrated, remember that your skin will be wilting too. Your skin produces more oil to compensate for the lack of moisture and this oil build-up can lead to breakouts. Blissful Radiance Hydrating Anti-Acne Serum has a powerful hydrating formula that helps to prevent and clear acne.

Give your skin back all the moisture it has lost during the flight via Dream Capsule Daily Overnight Sleeping Mask. This intensely-hydrating mask also boosts collagen production and reduces fine lines.
 
And, if you’re the super-organised type, prepare your skin the night before your flight with Bright Skies Peeling Gel Exfoliator. It removes dead skin cells and unleashes your skin’s inner glow.