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Melody Rayner examines the finest products to protect your precious skin from the slings and arrows of outrageous dehydration and keep you looking fresh, no matter what time the flight got in

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When faced with never-ending queues, delays, and irritating fellow passengers, the last thing on your mind is your skin. But next time you are reclining in Business Class with a G & T, spare a quick five minutes for your flagging complexion. As a living organ, your skin will bear all the externally visible signs of environmental stresses and in-flight air is one of its biggest enemies. Humidity on high-altitude flights is drier than any of the world’s deserts – usually approaching zero humidity compared to 20 – 25% in the Sahara. Bring your skin back to its comfort zone with our guide to the best moisturisers to keep you glowing and radiant when the humidity is plummeting

For the girls…
Yonka Creme 28, £30
Yon-Ka has earned a reputation as the Haute Couture of Luxury Skincare as their products are available from some of the world’s finest beauty salons and spas and worshipped by celebrities. Join the likes of Kylie Minogue, Madonna and Victoria Beckham and treat your skin to some Yonka crème 28. Enriched with essential oils, for very dehydrated skin, this vitamin-rich hydrating day cream is a precious ally for all skin suffering from dehydration and will work to bring back skin luminancy. It helps reduce the appearance of lines and fatigue traces resulting from moisture loss.

Dermalogica Intensive Moisture Balance £27.40
Renowned skincare experts, Dermalogica have come up trumps again with this ultra rich phytonutrient moisturiser to help provide excellent nourishment for dehydrated skin. The liposomal delivery system and stabilised Vitamin C help smooth the appearance of dry lines and skin damage, leaving skin feeling soft and supple. Antioxidant enzyme, Ginkgo and Vitamins A & E help form a protective shield skin from environmental damage, whilst soothing Coneflower combined with botanical extracts of Grape Seed and Wild Yam help repair skin.

L’Occitane Shea Butter Ultra Rich Face Cream £22.50
Apply this luxuriously rich cream to your face for an instant treat and increase skin hydration for 24 hours. Synergistic formula of plant nutrients offers immediate comfort and relief from dryness, and continues to hydrate and protect, leaving skin smooth and supple. A unique blend of 25% Shea Butter, chestnut extract and wheat protein helps to replenish skin’s hydrolipidic film, restoring balance to the skin barrier that defends against harsh environmental conditions. Skin is left feeling revived and glowing with  health.
Call 020 7907 0301 for stockists.

Cavailliert Top Secret Spray £21.90
This liquid moisturiser spray from Cavalliert will deliver a veil of moisture and perk up a tired complexion. The exotic cocktail of flower water, rosemary, rose, lemon and myrtle essential oils will unlock a new lease of life into dry skin. The spray is packed full of active ingredients including Vitamins, botanical extracts, plants and herbs to help detoxify the face whilst also leaving it glowing with vitality and radiance. Spritz over the face to cool, refresh make-up and help soothe and relieve headaches and other jet-lag symptoms.

For the boys…
Elemis Daily Moisture Boost £25
This lightweight moisturizer is designed to immediately recharge and hydrate the skin after shaving, defending it from harsh external pollutants. Exclusive blend of Polynesian Green Tamanu Oil helps soothe skin and any feelings of discomfort, achieving an overall improvement in skin condition. A trio of Citrus Oils decongests the skin, offering day-long free-radical protection. Skin compatible, plant based natamilks of Chestnut and Bamboo assist in restoring elasticity, suppleness and essential nutrients for the complexion.
Call 01278 727 830 for stockists.

Sothys Homme Hydrating Active £33.95
Celebrity jet setters Jude Law and Ashton Kutcher are both fans of this prestige skincare brand from the heart of Paris. Active ingredient Phytomalt extract obtained from Scottish malt whiskey characterises the range and is rich in proteins, vitamin B and minerals.

This moisturiser has a light non-oily formula and contains macademia nut oil to soften and soothe and help rediscover and conserve comfort and suppleness for the entire face. Active ingredient Infrasome is also perfect to relieve dry and dehydrated skin over 12 hours.  
Call 01303 262666 for stockists.

Nivea For Men Revitalising Cream Q10
Apply this miracle cream from Nivea to help replenish and give a lift to tired and stressed skin. Formulated with Care Pro Tecthe professional care technology that supports the natural function of men’s skin, this skin treat will cure parched and stressed skin. An advanced formula containing Coenzyme Q10, Vitamin E and provitamin B5 not only supports the skin’s natural renewal process but will help build up its resistance to external aggressors and restore elasticity and firmness.

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