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How to take care of your skin while travelling
Ignoring your skin while travelling can lead to acne, breakout, flareups and tan lines. Here are some easy skin care tips by a dermatologist.
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With Covid restrictions easing up, many of us are busy planning our much-awaited holiday to our favourite destinations. Travelling is fun but can disturb our skin’s equilibrium. If one is not careful, breakouts, maskne, flareups and tan lines can ruin peace of mind. Dr Rinky Kapoor, Consultant Dermatologist, Cosmetic Dermatologist & Dermato-Surgeon, The Esthetic Clinics suggests simple skincare and hair care tips while you travel.(Pixabay)
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Maintain your skincare routine: If you are determined to take care of your skin, all you need to do is to carry the same routine for your skin while travelling as on usual days. A consistent routine is the key to happy skin. Carry travel size versions of the products that your skin is used to.(Pixabay)
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Focus on essentials: There is no need to carry all products you have at home, focus on essentials instead. These include cleanser, toner, day and night moisturizer and SPF. Make sure you pack the skin medications if you are using any.(Pexels)
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Don’t rely on hotel toiletries: Hotel products are not of very high quality and not tailored to suit your skin type. Use them only in emergencies and once a while. If you have a sensitive skin then trying new products while away from home is not a good idea.(Pexels)
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Moisturize: No matter what mode of transport you are using, the skin needs moisturizer. Use a good facial moisturizer before boarding a flight or train. If the journey is long then carrying hydrating sheet masks will be good for the skin. Moisturizing helps fight the oxidative stress and keep the fine lines at bay. Look for hydrating ingredients like hyaluronic acid and vitamin C.(Pexels)
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Cleansing and toning: These two rituals cannot be avoided. Skin gets exposed to dirt, pollution, impurities during travel. Hence, never ditch the cleanse and tone routine. Use soothing formulations. A hydrating mist toner in your travel bag is a must.(Pixabay)
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Use clean masks: Wearing face masks is the norm that is going to stay. You will also be probably carrying a bunch of them in your travels. To avoid troubles like maskne, make sure you use good quality masks. Remove them every 4 hours for 15 minutes. Disposable masks should not be reused. Wash and moisturize your face often.(Pixabay)
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Avoid touching your skin: Microbes from hands can transfer to the face skin easily. Therefore, face touching in a definite no-no. Wash, sanitize and dry your hands before touching the skin on face.(Pexels)
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