Sunshine, sea air, and suitcase in hand – it’s holiday time! But while travel is great for the soul, it’s not always as kind to your skin. Long flights, heat, humidity and sudden routine changes can leave your complexion feeling dull, dry or unsettled. Luckily, glowing skin doesn’t have to stay behind. With a few clever swaps and compact beauty tools, you can keep your skin looking radiant – no matter how high the temperature climbs.
1. Start with a Glowing Base
In the days leading up to your trip, keep your skincare gentle and hydrating. Light exfoliation and soothing facial tools can help smooth your skin and reduce puffiness – especially around the eyes. Our GloLift Mini is ideal for refreshing your complexion and supporting a healthy glow before you travel.
2. Stick to Lightweight Products
Humidity and heavy creams are not a good match. Choose breathable moisturisers and water-based serums that absorb quickly and leave your skin feeling cool and fresh. Ingredients like hyaluronic acid or aloe vera can help keep your skin feeling comfortable without weighing it down.
3. Use LED Light to Refresh and Rebalance
Just because you’re away doesn’t mean you have to pause your LED routine. Red LED is commonly used to soothe tired-looking skin after sun exposure, while blue LED is a favourite for helping manage oiliness and keeping your complexion looking balanced. Our flexible RejuvaLux mask is lightweight and designed to sit comfortably while you wind down at the end of the day.
4. Hydrate from the Inside Out
Hot weather and long travel days can dehydrate your skin fast. Keep a reusable bottle with you and sip water regularly, especially on flights or during beach days. For a quick refresh, pack a facial mist or cooling tool in your handbag for on-the-go hydration.
5. Don’t Skip SPF – Reapply Often
Sunscreen is the most important product in your holiday routine. Use a broad-spectrum SPF 30 or higher and don’t forget to reapply every two hours, particularly if you’ve been swimming or sweating. Areas like your lips, ears and the top of your chest are often forgotten – but they burn just as easily.
6. Soothe Skin After Sun
If your skin feels warm or flushed at the end of the day, a cool skincare routine is your best friend. Store your moisturisers or facial tools in the fridge (if you have access to one) for an instant calming effect. The GloLift Mini is a great post-sun companion to help your skin feel refreshed before your evening plans.
7. Keep Makeup Light
Let your skin breathe in the heat. Skip full coverage and opt for a tinted moisturiser or lightweight base that lets your natural glow shine through. A bit of brow gel, cream blush and lip balm is all you need when your skin is looking fresh and cared for.
✈️ Final Thoughts
Glowing holiday skin is all about balance – hydrating well, protecting it properly, and keeping things simple. With the right products and a couple of smart tools in your suitcase, your skin can look just as good on holiday as it does at home (maybe even better).
Explore our GloLift Mini and RejuvaLux – two compact, skin-loving tools that fit effortlessly into your routine, wherever you're headed.