Get Your Skin Ready for Winter & Holiday Travels

Get Your Skin Ready for Winter & Holiday Travels

Get Your Skin Ready for Winter & Holiday Travels

As the weather cools and holiday trips start, our skin quietly goes through a lot. One day you’re in humid air, the next you’re on a dry plane, then straight into heated rooms or blasting AC. No wonder your face can feel tight, flaky or suddenly breakout-prone.

The good news? You don’t need a complicated routine. You just need to prep your barrier and keep three steps consistent: gentle cleanse, cushion, protect.

Why winter & travel stress your skin

When seasons change or you travel, a few things happen:

  • Lower humidity dries out the outer layers of your skin

  • Heaters and AC pull even more moisture away

  • Plane air is extremely dry and recycled

  • Hot showers can strip your barrier without you realising

All of this can make skin feel rough, dull and more reactive, especially if you already use actives like retinoids or acids.

Step 1: Gentle cleanse with RiceWhip

Harsh, foaming cleansers can leave your skin feeling squeaky and tight – the last thing you want in winter or on travel days.

Our RiceWhip Milk Cleanser is a gentle milk/cream-based cleanser that:

  • Melts away sunscreen, light makeup and daily buildup

  • Leaves skin soft and comfortable, not stripped

  • Works for both morning and evening routines

Use it before and during your trip to keep your barrier clean but calm.

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Step 2: Cushion your barrier with CloudBarrier

This is where the repair happens. A good moisturizer should feel comforting and long-lasting, without heaviness.

CloudBarrier Moisturizer is our 3-in-1 barrier repair, hydration & recovery cream, ideal for dry, tight or overworked skin from heaters, AC and flights. It:

  • Cushions skin with lasting hydration

  • Helps support a stressed barrier

  • Works both day and night

Apply after cleansing, morning and evening – especially a few days before you travel.

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Step 3: Protect daily with Glow Veil SPF 50

UV damage doesn’t stop in winter. UVA rays – the ones linked to premature ageing – are present all year and can pass through clouds and windows (hello, car and plane seats).

Glow Veil SPF 50 PA++++ is our lightweight, non-comedogenic 5-in-1 glow SPF that:

  • Protects against daily UV exposure

  • Hydrates and adds a soft, glowy finish

  • Works comfortably in dry cold, warm humid and AC-heavy climates

Use it as the last step of your morning routine and reapply on long days or travel days.

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Before, during & after your trip

  • 2–3 days before you travel: Focus on hydration and barrier support with RiceWhip + CloudBarrier, and don’t introduce harsh new actives.

  • On the plane: Keep makeup minimal, moisturize and avoid very hot water when you land.

  • When you arrive: Stick to this simple 3-step routine while your skin adjusts to the new climate.

Winter and travel don’t have to mean angry, confused skin. With a gentle cleanse from RiceWhip, barrier support from CloudBarrier and daily protection from Glow Veil, your routine can stay calm while you enjoy the season.

More ways to prep your skin for winter & travel

Skincare products help a lot, but your everyday habits make a big difference too. A few simple tweaks can keep your skin much happier in changing weather and on the go:

  • Turn down the water temperature
    Very hot showers feel amazing in winter but can strip your skin. Aim for lukewarm water and keep shower time a bit shorter.

  • Go gentler with actives
    If you use retinoids, exfoliating toners or strong acids, reduce the frequency a little when the weather turns colder or just before you travel. This gives your barrier some breathing room.

  • Add a touch of humidity
    Heating and AC dry out the air at home and in hotel rooms. If you have one, a small humidifier or even a bowl of water near the radiator can help the air (and your skin) feel less dry.

  • Don’t skip your lips and hands
    They’re the first to show dryness in cold or dry air. Keep a nourishing lip product and hand cream in your bag and reapply throughout the day, especially on travel days.

  • Stay hydrated and don’t overdo the coffee
    Planes, busy days and festive drinks can leave you more dehydrated than you think. Balancing coffee and alcohol with enough water helps your skin from the inside out.

  • Sleep where you can
    Late nights, travel days and time zone changes all show up on the face. Even short naps or going to bed 30 minutes earlier for a few nights in a row can help your skin recover.

These small habits, combined with a simple, consistent routine, make it much easier for your skin to handle winter, flights and new climates without freaking out.