Aussie dermatologist reveals the five items from Chemist Warehouse she ALWAYS packs in her carry-on bag
- An Aussie dermatologist revealed her in-flight skincare essentials
- All items are available at Chemist Warehouse and each is under $15
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An Australian dermatologist has revealed the essential skincare items she always carries on board flights.
Dr Leona Yip, from Brisbane, shared the five beauty buys that she always packs in her carry-on for long-haul flights.
The consultant dermatologist at Skin Partners said that having a few strategic skincare products in your carry-on and using them mid-flight can make a big difference to your skin's condition both during and after flying.
'Cabin humidity can drop below 20 per cent, so skin loses moisture and feels dehydrated and tight quickly,' Dr Yip told Daily Mail.
'Simple, hydrating products go a long way - it's much easier to prevent dehydration in-flight than to fix stressed skin after you land.'
But perhaps surprisingly, the skin expert's go-to in-flight hydrating skincare essentials are affordable and accessible.
Indeed, all five of the travel-friendly products can be readily sourced at Chemist Warehouse - each costing less than $15.
Her first recommendation is Avene Thermal Spring Water 50ml Mist for sensitive skin. Sold at the pharmacy chain for $8.99, Dr Yip describes it as 'a must-have for in-flight skin hydration'.
Australian dermatologist Dr Leona Yip shared a picture on board a long-haul flight showcasing her in-flight skincare essentials
'When it feels a bit stuffy, this mist is also a rescue for me. I bring it for all short and long-haul flights,' she shared in a post to her @drleonayip_dermo account.
The French cult beauty buy is renowned for its unique mineral and biological composition that softens and soothes the skin.
Next on Dr Yip's skincare recommendations is Cetaphil's Moisture Cream in a travel-friendly 100g tube.
Priced at $8.39, Dr Yip explained this moisturiser is perfect for all-over application.
'I use it to moisturise my arms and legs every few hours,' Dr Yip wrote in the post.
Cetaphil is a brand frequently recommended by dermatologists thanks to its simple and gentle formulations.
This intense moisturiser contains skin barrier-restoring ingredients like sweet almond oil, vitamin E, vitamin B3 and Pro-Vitamin B5.
Next up on Dr Yip's list is a more intensive healing balm for hand hydration.
Some of the skincare items Dr Yip uses while on board are Avene Thermal Spring Water 50ml Mist 50ml $8.99 (left) and Cetaphil Moisture Cream 100g $8.39 (right)
'My hands get very dry in-flight, especially after washing,' Dr Yip explained, adding that she counteracts this by regularly applying CeraVe Advanced Repair Balm 50ml, $14.39.
As a funny aside, the skin expert added: 'Did you know you lose your fingerprints when your fingers are too dry? It might be a problem at immigration where thumb printing is needed!'
CeraVe is another dermatologist-favoured skincare brand thanks to its non-comedogenic soothing and reparative formulations.
This particular multi-purpose repair balm is especially good for restoring extremely dry and rough skin.
The fourth product on Dr Yip's in-flight skincare list is non-negotiable: lip balm.
'Always,' Dr Yip exclaims. 'Don't forget lips that dry out very quickly in-flight. I reapply frequently on board.'
Her suggested product is Dermal Therapy's Original Lip Balm 10g, which is priced at $5.49.
The no-frills lip balm contains camphor, clove oil and menthol as its hero ingredients, which are all designed to alleviate soreness and discomfort.
Also among Dr Yip's in-flight skincare essentials are CeraVe Advanced Repair Balm 50ml, $14.39, for dry hands, and Dermal Therapy Original Lip Balm 10g $5.49, for dry lips
Dr Yip, who is a consultant dermatologist at Skin Partners in Brisbane, additionally suggested minimising alcohol and drinking water to prevent skin dehydration during flights
The final item in Dr Yip's beauty travel bag is 'mouthwash and mints'.
'I hate bad breath!' she adds.
The last words in the expert's post saw her explain that keeping the skin hydrated in-flight isn't only about what you're applying to it – but also what you're putting into your system.
'Keep alcohol to a minimum [and] drink lots of water,' she suggested.
Furthermore, Dr Yip recommends trying to catch as much sleep as you can on long trips for the sake of your skin. But if that's just not possible, aim to correct the course and get a decent amount of shut-eye once you're back in a real bed.
