21 In-Flight Beauty Products Perfect For Your Next Plane Ride
I believe I can fly...and not break out as a result.
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1. Hero Cosmetics Hydrocolloid Mighty Patches prevent picking and ~drain~ those zits at maximum speed — because what do we want joining us on our beach vacation? Not a pimple. Slap this transparent sticker on during your flight to reduce painful pimple swelling, stat.
Promising review: "This sucks up the pus from those deep painful whiteheads and brings it to the surface. I’m totally fascinated. Where have you been my whole life? I suffer from hormonal adult acne and this really helped to reduce the inflammation and my pimples heals so much faster. The patch holds up well and it’s a reminder to stop touching that pimple. I’m very tempted to pop it, but popping it leaves to scarring. It’s also quite invisible, so you can get away with wearing it outside. Good stuff!" —Karin Chang
Get a pack of 36 patches from Amazon for $12.50.
2. And! Hero Cosmetics Mighty Patch Surface Patches treat cluster breakouts (cc: that special time of the month in which your jawline is shown no mercy) with the same medical-grade hydrocolloid formula. All you'll have to do is peel and stick.
Promising review: "As embarrassing as this is to admit, I have had issues with body and butt acne like no other. I had tried everything to clear them up, but nothing helped. I'm horrible at picking at blemishes as well, so I decided to give these a try. I LOVE these patches!! Even better that they come in large patches, which was a lifesaver for cluster bumps! WHOA! I would leave these on for eight to 10 hours and it would draw so much of the pus out. After just one use of a patch, I noticed a dramatic difference and sometimes it completely cleared them up." —Ashley
Get a pack of 10 from Amazon for $17.99.
3. Frange Puff is a dry shampoo with a powder formula, one that's *far* superior to the ghosts of aerosol's past. A brush applicator makes it easy to refresh your scalp — all without having to battle a) white residue caked onto your fingertips or b) needing to break out the paddle brush. Plus, it's compact enough for any carry-on.
Get it from Violette FR for $34.
4. Mini SOS Daily Rescue Facial Spray revitalizes skin with three simple ingredients: hypochlorous acid, water, and sodium chloride. Give your complexion a spritz of this trio to cleanse, soothe redness, and calm irritation. Reviewers even *swear* by this product for combatting maskne!
5. Kitsch Spiral Hair Ties let you achieve that quick updo without wrapping a single hair tie around your thin ponytail a minimum of, oh, 10 times to ensure a strong hold. This ouch-less design won't tug at your hair and doesn't leave any dents behind, either.
Promising review: "I love these hair ties! They are stretchy but also shrink back down to their normal size if you just place them in hot water. They do not pull on your hair nor rip out any strands when you take it out. They stay put all day long! I have very thin hair and I wrap these around twice (because I like a looser pony) and they are just simply amazing. Because I have thinner hair, it also makes my pony look fuller as I don't wear it tight so the base of the pony is more spread out." —kjz13
Get a set of eight from Amazon for $7.99.
6. I Dew Care Plush Party Lip Balm addresses chapped lips once and for all. This functions as a sleeping mask — apply this shea butter, cocoa butter, hibiscus flower extract, and vitamin C mask formula after you board and all in-flight movies will be accessorized with a nourished pout. No flakes. Ever again.
7. The Skincare Edit comes fully-stocked with seven TSA-approved miniatures of your Glossier faves: Milky Jelly Cleanser, Super Bounce Serum, Priming Moisturizer Rich, Balm Dotcom (original and rose), Futuredew, and lil' headband.
Get it from Glossier for $50.
8. Goody Hair Simple Styles Mini Spin Hairpins provide the ballerina bun of your Swan Lake–loving dreams. Just one of these little pins can do the work of up to *20* hairpins, meaning the joy of your in-flight movie won’t be ruined by excessive random pins digging into your scalp.
How does it work? Just gather your hair, pull it into a super-tight bun, spin the pins into place, and BAM! You've got yourself the perfect bun.
Promising review: "I'm a nursing student and have to wear my hair in a bun every day. I've tried all the bun makers, watched YouTube videos, and spent way too much time on getting my hair into a bun. I was able to make a pretty bun that was secure in under 30 seconds. I thought it was a fluke so I did it again, and then again. I just ordered two more packs because I know if I lose one of these, I'd have to tear the house down looking for it. I have hair to my mid back, and three of these worked perfectly for me. If I can get my hair in bun in under 30 seconds, trust me...anyone can." —Tina
Get a pack of three from Amazon for $5.89.
9. Gold Eye Treatments masks packed with collagen to make evidence of last-minute packing all but go poof. This brightens bags and softens fine lines, which means you'll look completely awake even if you took an early a.m. flight.
Promising review: "I decided to put these golden gems to the test after coming off of a red-eye flight with practically no sleep. After cooling them off in the fridge (which is what was suggested on the packet), I applied them to my purpley, puffy eyes, and...w-o-w. Not only did I feel like I was receiving some kind of royal treatment (because, gold), but after 20 minutes, my under-eyes appeared brighter and any fine lines that were once lingering had vanished! After wearing these I didn't feel compelled to apply concealer either, which is usually my go-to to disguise dark circles — and I even felt confident enough to go bare-faced for the rest of the day. Now I find that I integrate these into my routine anytime I want to let my skin breathe free of makeup." —Jasmin Sandal, BuzzFeed staff
Get a pack fo 15 from Amazon for $19.97.
10. Lanolips Golden Dry Skin Salve combats extreme dryness for hands, cuticles, and lips. What is the magic sauce, you ask? A harmonious trio of lanolin, vitamin E, and manuka honey that won't leave behind a greasy residue.
Promising review: "Holy grail product. I use it for my dry lips and dry skin from my N95 mask (I'm a healthcare worker in a hospital) and it is the only thing saving my skin from breaking apart!" —Carly Ehrisman
Get it from Amazon for $17.95.
11. Mediheal Intensive Hydrating Mask promises luxury spa results — no getting up from your window seat required. This cotton liner mask is infused with hyaluronic acid, amino acids, and water-binding sugars deliver dewy and refreshed skin in ~15 minutes.
Promising review: "I have super-dry, sensitive skin and any other sheet mask I've used has always burned or stings my skin. This mask soothes my skin and I can leave it on for 20 minutes or more without any irritation. It always hydrates my skin so much and leaves it super dewy and plump. It is definitely worth the money!!" —cass
Get a set of 10 from Amazon for $19.90.
12. A jade roller to help circulation, tighten skin, and promote lymphatic drainage. You know how your feet get gloriously swollen while flying? The same thing kind of happens to your face. Use this handy tool to help remain de-puffed.
Promising review: "I used this product for the first time with my face oil and it’s safe to say that I am obsessed! I put it in the freezer for a couple of hours before using and it was so refreshing. I currently have a head cold and this jade roller really helped relieve some of the pressure in my sinus areas. I suffer sever migraines and am looking forward to seeing if the roller can help relieve some of that pressure as well! My favorite part is the smaller side — I love to use it under my eyes and on my temples." —Karlie Velvick
Get it from Amazon for $13.95.
13. Summer Fridays Jet Lag Mask gives tired, dull, stressed skin some serious pampering. Pass that marriage certificate because you'll definitely say ~I dew~ to the glow that this little product can give. Another traveling perk? This totally doubles as an eye cream.
This cult-favorite mask is packed with vitamins, ceramides, antioxidants, and gently exfoliating extracts to give you a dewy complexion that every ~no makeup makeup~ guru would envy.
Reviewers have used this as an eye mask, a moisturizer, an overnight mask, and as a primer for makeup in the a.m.!
Promising review: "This has been the most amazing face mask I have ever tried, and I suspect that it will replace all other masks in my collection. It is amazing for my sensitive skin! I love how it leaves my skin feeling so hydrated, and it even seems to gently exfoliate my skin when I wipe it off. I have been taking this everywhere with me and I've been using it on an almost daily basis. This is a holy grail product!" —rayla311
Get it from Sephora for $38.
14. Neutrogena Hydro Boost Hydrating Tint offers sweet, noncakey, lightweight coverage. Consider your pores blurred, redness soothed, and blemishes all but invisible — and thanks to an infusion of hyaluronic acid you can also expect the title-mentioned hydration, to boot.
Promising review: "I love this foundation! It looks so natural and doesn't settle in wrinkles. It adds just enough coverage without looking heavy and gives dewy glow all day. In my opinion it's better than the expensive department store foundations. I've tried them all and this one is my favorite!" —Holly Petersen
Get it from Amazon for $7.51+ (available in 10 shades).
15. Image Skincare First Class Favorites contains a TSA-approved balancing facial cleanser, hydrating anti-aging serum, and a daily matte moisturizer (one with SPF 32, folks). If you're looking to do your nighttime routine before snoozing the rest of that eight-hour flight...snag this, stat.
Promising review: "These are the favorites of Image line. Great for traveling and bigger than the trial pack. Perfect for a weekend or five-day trip." —Amazon Customer A.Kendall
Get it from Amazon for $45.
16. Wet Brush Minis are designed with flexible bristles to detangle your (very tangled) 'do without painfully pulling chunks of hair out in the process. Goodbye, in-flight knots that have mysteriously appeared even though I haven’t moved my head in…several hours.
Just an FYI that these are great for both wet and dry manes and the mini size also makes 'em perfect for small backpacks.
Promising review: "We have placed these in every place that we end up brushing our hair — bathroom, bedroom, kitchen, swim bag. This is the best hairbrush ever! Does not pull your hair and is easy for my young girls to use on their own." —KM
Get a set of three from Amazon for $12.99.
17. Eau Thermale Avene Thermal Spring Water requires just a spritz to soothe eczema, calm sunburn, reduce rosacea flare-ups, set your makeup, and refresh dull and tired skin. This is absolutely *muah* if you've just traveled to a destination with a dry, windy climate.
18. La Fresh Makeup Remover Cleansing Face Wipes are infused with vitamin E and available in individually sized packets, meaning you can stash one in your purse before boarding a flight to cleanse your face of dirt, oil, and makeup. All without having to ask the person in the aisle seat to get up so you can use the restroom! Skin = saved. Awkward ask of a stranger = avoided.
Promising review: "I bought these to put in little hangover bags for a bachelorette trip and at first, I was annoyed that I had to buy a box of 50...but now I'm so glad I did. They are PERFECT for traveling. I've been bringing them with me on trips all over and can fit as many as I need for a weeklong trip. I also use them when I come home late and all I want to do is go to bed, but don't want to smear my pillowcases with makeup. They also don't make my face feel too dry afterward, although I still put a little face moisturizer on to help." —Pam Dupuis
Get a pack of 50 from Amazon for $12.30.
19. Complexion Rescue Tinted Moisturizer provides broad-spectrum SPF 30, hydration, *and* best of all? Coverage. This water-infused formula blurs pores, banishes redness, and evens tone for a Zoomworthy complexion that doesn't require a damp sponge and blending.
Promising review: "I have very sensitive skin and have limited options for all of my face products. This is the best thing for ME. This product gives me just enough coverage to feel even toned but natural. It doesn’t break me out and in fact I feel like it helps my breakouts clear faster. My skin feels hydrated and looks slightly dewy — not oily or slick. It lasts all day and has the bonus of sunscreen. It’s the perfect product for me and my personal skin needs." —Lnpig
Get it from BareMinerals for $33 (available in 22 shades).
20. Nooni Appleberry Lip Oil provides a lovely flush of pink *and* nonsticky moisture thanks to vitamins A, C, and E. It's even packed with apple water and raspberry extract to slough away the dead skin that would inevitably result in a chapped pout.
Promising review: "I can't remember who first told me about this lip oil, but it seemed like the perfect solution to my multiyear search of trying to find a lip product that enhanced my natural lip color while keeping my lips moisturized. It's not too sticky and lasts longer than a typical 'gloss.' It's a fairly small bottle, but that also makes it great to keep in a wristlet. The Appleberry is also sheer enough to pair over a lip crayon or lip liner." —Sammi Cone
Get it from Amazon for $12.
21. Biodegradable Goodwipes Really Big Body Wipes are made with tea tree oil, peppermint, aloe, and ginseng that will leave your skin feeling refreshed, clean, and not dry or sticky. Plus, they're lavender scented, which basically sets you up for ultimate relaxation and a plane ride snooze.
These wipes are also hypoallergenic and won't irritate sensitive skin. Hip hip HOORAY!
Promising review: "I LOVE these things! I like to work out over my lunch hour to break up the day, but don't have time to get lost in my thoughts in a post-shower. I just use one of these! The scent is not too overpowering, but it's strong enough so that no one knows I got my sweat on at the gym." —Amazon Customer
Get a set of 10 from Amazon for $12.99.
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The reviews in this post have been edited for length and clarity.