Japan is counter-cyclical to our seasons, so I packed Bepanthen nappy rash cream to combat the drying effects of a brutal winter (it snows in Japan and temperatures can dip to below zero degrees). I slathered the nourishing ointment all over my face, as it provides a fantastic protective barrier against dehydration. I’m never anywhere without Bioderma Micellar Water, it’s the only makeup remover that doesn’t turn my skin into a wrinkled, irritated mess. When I whisked off to Japan, I packed 5 travel sized bottles (under 30mls), so it was perfect to take on board too. A great depuffing eye mask is an essential when you’re travelling, because the jet lag will ensure many days of disrupted sleep. I love the Gernetic Masque Yeux Balm, as it’s perfect at diminishing dark circles and tightening under eye baggage – plus Zoe Foster Blake loves it, so I was sold from the get go! While this mask dramatically diminishes bags, it doesn’t 100% conquer my dreadful bags at its worst. Long haul flights and jetting off to countries with polar opposite time zones from Australia can exacerbate my zombie-esque undereyes. Luckily the IT cosmetics Bye Bye Under Eye concealer brightens beautifully, is full coverage, but still manages to look natural. Thank you, o Holy One, for preventing me from resembling a cast member of The Walking Dead.
The cabin air can make your hair static. I learnt from some very chic flight attendants that sleeping on silk pillows prevents flyaway and frizz. I’m going to the humid Singapore soon, so I’ll be packing the Go-To Silk Pillow. My lips peel and crack on a daily basis, so can you imagine the beating it will take on the plane and in a new environment. I always pack Elizabeth Arden Eight Hour Cream for a moisture boost. It doubles as an excellent translucent eyeshadow – the slightly tinted glossy goodness immediately perks up the face. I also apply it religiously under makeup for a dewy finish and even use it to smooth down split ends – a multi-functional gem.
