Life & Style
Travel Insurance: Beauty On Tour
Whether you're vacationing abroad or staycationing here at home, your regular regimen will need a holiday rethink. From in-flight quenchers to sun-proof skincare and hair hydrators, these are the wellness and beauty-boosting buys that the experts swear by.
Rosemary Ferguson
Nutritionist, model and founder of R Health Club
Ancient + Brave True Hydration Sachets
“Flying – and specifically the dry cabin air – dehydrates our cells, so I love to rehydrate with Ancient + Brave's True Hydration sachets. Free from artificial sweeteners, the formula combines coconut-water powder with magnesium, sodium, potassium and calcium. I tip one sachet into a big bottle of water on the plane, then another when I land. It really does make a difference to how you feel on arrival."
By Sarah Reviver Hydrating Mist
“My skin takes a bit of a hit when I travel, but By Sarah’s Reviver Hydrating Mist makes it all okay. I spritz away throughout the flight!”
Smythson Notebook
“I always travel with a notebook. I do some of my clearest thinking when I'm out of my usual routines, and writing by hand slows my brain down in a way a phone screen never does. I'll journal, write down ideas for my clients or clinic, or just write lists. I love Smythson's notebooks – I've always used them because they're the best looking, and I quite like to look back at my old ones and see what was on my mind 10 years ago.”
Timeline Mitopure
“I have used Timeline's Mitopure supplements for years. They contain Urolithin A, which supports mitophagy – essentially your cells' ability to clear out damaged mitochondria (your cells' power source) and generate new ones. Travel, with its disrupted sleep, different food and jet lag, takes a toll on our health, and your mitochondria feel it. I take two softgels daily as standard, but I'm especially consistent when I'm travelling, because that's when your cells need the most support.”
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Tish Weinstock
Writer and model
Tom Ford Oud Wood eau de parfum
“I’m addicted to Tom Ford Oud Wood eau de parfum – a dark, earthy scent with notes of oud, spices and cardamom.”
Vaseline
“I take my Vaseline wherever I go. It hydrates lips that get so dry when I'm travelling, but also doubles as a highlighter for nights out.”
Heliocare 360 Mineral Tolerance Fluid SPF50+
“My complexion is as white as a sheet and I want to stay young and hot forever, so will be taking my Heliocare SPF Factor 50 with me on holiday this summer.”
Charlotte Tilbury Supermodel Matte Revolution Lipstick
“Charlotte Tilbury's Supermodel Matte Revolution Lipstick has a brick ’90s tint that you can dress up or down – I'm loving it right now. I'll add some Vaseline to the centre of my lips if I'm feeling adventurous… but then probably wipe it off an hour later to be contrary.”
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Charlotte Mensah
Hairstylist
Chantecaille Rose de Mai Face Oil
“Chantecaille’s Rose de Mai Face Oil is my holy grail skincare product. I've been using it for over 25 years and it's still my favourite way to achieve a soft, natural glow – on holiday and at home.”
Charlotte Mensah Manketti Hair Oil
“Manketti Hair Oil is my go-to multitasking treatment. It's lightweight yet extremely nourishing, and tackles all my holiday hair woes. Think softer, stronger hair that’s easier to manage; it works on all hair textures too.”
Susanne Kaufmann Pomegranate Body Oil
“I use Susanne Kaufmann’s Pomegranate Body Oil after showering. It leaves my skin looking healthy and radiant, without feeling sticky – plus the pomegranate scent is absolutely divine.”
NARS Larger Than Life Eyeliner Pencil
“For an eyeliner that stays put in high temperatures without melting or smudging, NARS’ Larger Than Life Eyeliner Pencil is the best. It glides onto the eyelid and waterline, blends like a dream and the pigment is consistently excellent.”
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Yan Yan Chan
Influencer and creative consultant
Dr Barbara Sturm Body Brush
“After a long-haul flight, nothing feels better than dry brushing to get my blood flowing. I feel instantly energised. I use Dr Barbara Sturm's Body Brush before a shower and put my legs up against a wall afterwards – always starting at the feet and brushing towards my heart.”
Skin Design Clear Skin Peel
“Skin Design’s Clear Skin Peel is my holy grail! My skin broke out with acne while living in New York and is still recovering from the scarring it caused. Micro-needling has been so helpful, but when I'm not seeing my facialist, this little potion works its magic. It’s very potent – it moves congestion overnight, helps with hyperpigmentation, and it doubles as a great spot treatment. I use it once a week when I want my skin to feel brand new.”
Chanel Lip & Cheek Balm in Vital Beige
“Chanel’s Lip & Cheek Balm in Vital Beige is always in my bag. I try not to wear makeup, but I love anything that enhances my skin's natural tones. I'll gently daub it onto the centre of my cheekbones and the middle of my lips. Straight off a flight, it makes me look alive.”
Aestura Atobarrier365 Cream
“As someone with Asian skin that craves humidity, Aestura’s Atobarrier365 Cream is an in-flight and on-the-ground essential. I use it as the last step in my skincare routine, or as the only product when I have psoriasis flare-ups. It’s so nourishing.”
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Renata Nunes
Acupuncturist and physiotherapist
De Mamiel’s Skin Recovery Concentrate
“I always take De Mamiel’s Skin Recovery Concentrate on the plane. It’s a deeply nourishing balm that hydrates and supports the skin, and it smells incredible. I love to apply it after sun or cold exposure, just before sunscreen – I recommend warming a small amount between your hands, taking a deep breath and then applying. It's a beautiful way to start the day.”
Ana Trida Botanical Elixir
“When I travel, massage is essential as my legs tend to feel heavy and swollen. I use Ana Trida’s Botanical Elixir – a blend of copaiba and essential oils that smells beautiful. I’ll also do a stomach massage, targeting acupressure points to help support digestion.”
Ear Seeds
“Ear Seeds come from auriculotherapy – a practice rooted in traditional Chinese medicine, where the ear is seen as a microsystem of the entire body. They promote a sense of calm, support relaxation and ease tension – and they're practical, portable and easy to use anywhere.”
Gua Sha
“I use a gua sha on my face and body every day. I'll apply oil first and then gently glide over my trapezius and neck area, where tension tends to build up. It helps release tightness, improves circulation and brings immediate relief. I also use it to stimulate the meridians on my legs after flights, to help boost circulation.”
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Karen Doherty
Aesthetic practitioner
Allskin Med GF Regenerating Ampoules
“Allskin Med GF Regenerating Ampoules are a constant in my routine. They support repair while delivering deep hydration, which is essential when skin is under pressure. I use half the ampoule in the morning and half in the evening for round-the-clock support.”
Heliocare 360 Gel Oil-Free SPF50
“We all enjoy a little bit of sunshine, but up to 80 per cent of visible skin ageing is attributed to UV exposure. Heliocare’s 360 Gel Oil-Free SPF 50 is a non-negotiable. It’s lightweight, oil-free and feels effortless on the skin. I apply it each morning, then reapply throughout the day – particularly in warmer climates.”
Orveda Overnight Skin Recovery Mask
“An essential for long-haul flights or the first night away, Orveda’s Overnight Skin Recovery Mask is deeply hydrating, supporting overnight skin repair and restoring a sense of balance to the skin.”
Allskin Med Barrier Defence Emulsion
“Travel can compromise the skin barrier. Allskin Med Barrier Defence Emulsion restores balance, keeping the skin calm, hydrated and supported. I use it morning and evening as needed.”
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