Traveling can be a fun and exciting experience, but it can also take a toll on our skin. The change in environment, disruption of routine, and diet can all affect the health and appearance of our skin. To maintain healthy and beautiful skin while traveling, Dr. Tran Nguyen Anh Tu, Head of the Department of Dermatology at Ho Chi Minh City Dermatology Hospital, offers some advice.
Before heading out on your trip, it’s important to prepare your skin by avoiding beauty products that can dry it out or make it sensitive to sunlight. Moisturizing before boarding a plane or entering an air-conditioned car can help prevent dehydration from the cold, dry air. To ensure adequate protection against harmful UV rays, it’s crucial to apply sunscreen to the entire body during long trips involving outdoor activities, sweating or exposure to seawater.
When choosing makeup products for travel, look for high water resistance to prevent makeup from becoming runny and sticky due to sweat. And don’t forget about your feet! Keeping them moisturized and changing shoes regularly is important to prevent foot issues such as blisters or fungal infections.
Lastly, staying hydrated is essential not only for overall health but also for maintaining healthy skin while traveling. Drinking enough water throughout the trip will help keep your skin hydrated and looking its best.
By following these tips from Dr. Nguyen Anh Tu, you can keep your skin healthy and beautiful while traveling. So pack a basic skincare bag with sunscreen, moisturizer, mineral spray, makeup remover and cleanser suitable for your travel destination’s climate and environment before embarking on your journey!