Skin on the go – how to keep it balanced

Traveling is a major challenge for the skin. Long hours on a plane, air conditioning, dry air and time zone changes promote dehydration, irritation and loss of radiance.

At PURE STORY, we understand that skin on the go functions under different conditions than on a daily basis. Its regeneration rate changes, water loss (TEWL – transepidermal water loss) increases, and the hydrolipid barrier becomes more susceptible to damage. Conscious care helps maintain its integrity and reduce the effects of these changes.

Why skin on the go needs special care

• dry cabin air – the humidity in airplanes drops to 10-20%, which significantly accelerates TEWL and leads to dehydration of the stratum corneum,
• Air conditioning and climate change – cause micro-damage to the hydrolipidic barrier, making the skin lose elasticity and become more sensitive,
• Stress and fatigue – affect microcirculation and oxygenation of the skin, resulting in a gray, earthy tone,
• Sleep deficiency – disrupts the circadian rhythm of cells and slows their regeneration, which exacerbates the symptoms of dryness.

Understanding these mechanisms is the first step to effective travel care.

Skin care on the go – step by step

1. gentle cleansing

This is a key step – without it, the active ingredients will not be able to work properly. Skin laden with makeup, dust and pollution has a weakened ability to regenerate and maintain the balance of the microbiome.
When traveling, bet on biocompatible formulas without strong detergents.
CLEANSING MILK – a light milk that removes makeup and impurities without compromising the protective barrier – will work well.

2. intense hydration and protection

During a flight or a long train ride, the skin loses water at an accelerated rate. To prevent this, you need not only moisturizers (such as hyaluronic acid), but also ingredients that rebuild the hydrolipid barrier – ceramides, lipids, fatty acid esters.
Richer creams form an occlusive layer that reduces TEWL and protects the skin from external factors.

3. light, handy care

When traveling, it’s all about minimalism and functionality. Small packs allow you to keep your skincare routine without weighing down your luggage.
THE CREAM KIT offers samples of different formulas – from cleansing to regeneration to deep moisturization. This allows you to respond to the current needs of your skin, regardless of the conditions.

4. regeneration through sleep

Sleep is the moment of intensive cell renewal – then the division of keratinocytes increases, and the skin better utilizes the active ingredients delivered earlier.
Lack of sleep disrupts these processes, increases inflammation and increases skin sensitivity. Therefore, even a short nap on the go can realistically improve its condition.

Journey without compromise

Travel doesn’t have to mean giving up on skin care. All it takes is gentle cleansing, robust moisturization and light, handy formulas to keep skin fresh, supple and healthy – no matter how many miles you travel.