Must-Pack Skincare Products for Travel

Are you trying to squeeze in that last summer trip before you and your family have to head back to work and school? Then, the time has come to pack your bags before hitting the road. 

Whether you’re a planner or a procrastinator, there’s something vital you won’t want to forget to throw in your luggage—skincare products.

You may have developed a perfect rhythm for your skincare routine at home. Traveling, though, can sometimes cause you to skip a beat. So what products should you take on your trip to ensure you and your skin stay in sync?

Best Skincare for Travel: Top 6 Products to Pack

Here’s a fact you may not be aware of… traveling can take a toll on your skin. Think about all that artificial air circulating throughout airplanes and other commercial vehicles. Now think about the effects that very fake air can have on your very real skin. 

Do you see why packing the right skincare products is essential? Here’s a list of some favorite must-pack skincare products when traveling. 

1) Hydrating Facial Cleanser

One of the top recommended skincare products for traveling is a hydrating facial cleanser. Now that you know how harsh that artificial airflow is on your skin, you’ll want to grab a cleanser that is gentle and won’t strip away your skin’s natural oils. 

Our Rebel Skincare’s Purify Daily Cleanser will do just that! With all-natural ingredients like organic oat straw extract, organic honey, and organic lavender flower water, your face will feel fresher than a field of, well… lavender!

2) SPF 50 Sunscreen

Sun and sunscreen go hand-in-hand. You’ll want to ensure all exposed areas of skin are protected. 

Dermatologists recommend that you choose a sunscreen that offers both UVA and UVB protection. It’s even better if you go with a sunscreen that also contains vitamins C, D, E, or F, as they’ll help prevent premature aging caused by sun damage. 

3) Lip Ointment / Lip Balm

Often the most forgotten body part when it comes to skincare is the lips. But it’s important to remember that lips are skin too. 

After all, your lips can dry out just as easily as any other part of your skin when you’re exposed to all that summer sunshine. So pucker up and put on some ointment or balm that will both protect and hydrate your sun-kissed lips.

To save some space in your travel bag, try packing a versatile ointment that can be used on your lips and other areas, when needed. 

4) Acne Treatments

When you travel, you’re exposing yourself to new surroundings. With that comes exposure to new climates, etc. 

Those changes, whether subtle or drastic, can cause your skin to develop some unwanted acne breakouts. So it’s always a great idea to be prepared to counteract such skin irritations with acne-fighting skincare products.

There are even some all-natural ingredients that can help fight off acne, such as tea tree oil, apple cider vinegar, aloe vera, zinc, green tea, and honey. 

5) Pampering Products

If you’ve ever traveled, then you know firsthand that it can be very stressful. (Which is ironically the opposite of why you want to travel in the first place, right?). 

Rushing through crowded airports trying to make it to your terminal in time, only to sit there for what feels like forever until they call you to board the airplane. Driving can be just as stressful, dodging traffic full of crazy drivers who make you question how they even got their license in the first place… You get the idea!

By the time to arrive at your destination, you’re likely already exhausted and in desperate need of some pampering. So imagine how amazing it would be if you came prepared with something like a sheet mask or facial mist. (Ahhh! Can’t you just feel your pores thanking you already?) Or perhaps a nice exfoliating scrub could be just what your skin ordered after a long day of traveling! 

6) Hand Cream

You’ve already learned that traveling is almost guaranteed to dry out your skin. Your hands are no exception. 

Think about how busy your hands are when traveling: dragging luggage, carrying children, assisting with all that travel snacking and drinking, selecting souvenirs, packing and unpacking, waving goodbye and shaking hands. Not to mention how many times you’ll wash your hands after touching so many highly-frequented surfaces.

Needless to say, you’ll want to keep some hand cream on “hand”. (And maybe some sanitizer while you’re at it.)

Additional Travel Tips

Now that you’re privy to some of the best skincare for travel tips, here are some additional tips to keep in mind when traveling this summer. 

• Avoid using the free hotel skincare products

(They’re not always great for your skin.)

• Keep water on hand to stay hydrated 

(Internal hydration promotes hydrated skin.)

• Stock up on travel-size containers for your products

(Specifically TSA-approved ones.)

• Only pack products your skin is used to

(Your skin will have enough to adjust to already when traveling.)

• Downsize your skincare products

(Try packing only the skincare essentials to save room for souvenirs.)

Unpacking What You’ve Learned

Now that you’re a frequent flier in terms of the best skincare for travel must-haves, let’s recap what’s important.

You can still enjoy one last summer getaway, just make sure you remember to pack these six skincare essentials in your suitcase: facial cleanser, sunscreen, lip balm/ointment, hand cream, acne treatment products, and any products you’d want for pampering your tired skin.

Then remember to stay hydrated by drinking enough water, use travel-sized containers to store your skincare products (that TSA won’t confiscate), only pack essential skincare products that your skin is already familiar with, and avoid using the adorable mini-sized skincare products that your hotel leaves for you. 

So you’re prepared for summer skincare… Ready for MORE skincare tips to get you through all the other seasons as well? Follow Rebel Skincare on Instagram for tips to keep your skin beautiful and healthy throughout the year!