This solid perfume is the ideal way to bring your signature scent on board. Warm up the floral scented balm with fingertips and apply it to your pulse points including at the wrists and on the insides of your elbows when you’re on the go. The case is compact and small, fitting in the palm of your hand – it’s also refillable when the wax runs out. 

Protect your skin with this ultralight serum that provides SP50+ protection without leaving a white cast. The 3 per cent niacinamide (vitamin B3) is an added bonus offering a healthy glow to post-flight faces and hands. The dropper allows for easy and controlled application while flying, allowing you to step off the plane and into holiday mode, ready for a day out in the sun.

Looking radically different from most hair cleansers, this solid bar is the size of a small cookie and packs the equivalent of two bottles of shampoo into its miniature body. The antibacterial bar cleanses and rehydrates hair when combined with water – yes, you’ll get a generous lather once it suds up – and its mix of soothing argan oil and balancing tuberose will keep your locks in check all vacation long.  

Headed straight to lunch at the beach club and need a quick refresh before landing? This volumising powder will save the day (and your hair). Dip the brush into the compact container and swipe it over roots before ruffling your locks for a soft, persimmon-scented finish. The brush fits neatly inside the jar so you won’t need to worry about juggling multiple pieces.

We know skin can start to feel in need of attention during a long haul flight, so travelling with a moisturiser is key to minimising the effects. This hydrating hero contains three types of ceramides that are designed to strengthen your skin barrier and help it retain water. At 50 millilitres, it’s small enough to bring on board so you can periodically slather it over your skin while flying.

It’s a lip balm that’s no bigger than your Airpod case that works double duty as a moisturiser. This lightweight product can be used to nourish lips – the formula combines squalane oil with protective amino acids designed to strengthen the skin barrier – and applied to your cuticles and elbows for an extra boost.

Marula oil is hailed as a powerful serum packed with antioxidants that protects your skin from congestion while providing anti-aging benefits. Drunk Elephant’s take is lightweight and can easily be applied to your face, neck, hands and cuticles. The compact 30-millilitre bottle makes it easy to throw into your bag before taking flight. 

Skincare routines are serious business and it’s no longer an oddity to spot a fellow passenger pop on a face mask in between meal times onboard. A hydrating sheet mask packed with skincare goodies that you don’t have to rinse off is an easy way to transform flying time into me-time. The LOOPS Hydrogel Face Mask is an ultra-hydrating treatment soaked in soothing honey and rice extract that takes just 10 minutes to work its magic. Tap the excess serum onto your face to ensure none of it goes to waste.

Cleanse your skin after a day in the elements with this Australian-made cream that will leave your skin feeling squeaky clean. Comprised of white clay, lavender and chamomile bud, this rose-scented cream is non-foaming and water soluble, leaving your skin feeling fresh and soft.

Looking for a way to remove make-up during your holiday without lugging around a pack of wipes? This compact balm is solid at room temperature and melts into an oil when rubbed on your skin, dissolving cosmetics with ease, before turning into a milk that rinses away with water. As an extra bonus, it’s filled with Vitamin E, amino acids and avocado oil, which work to hydrate, brighten, firm and smooth the skin.

A quick mid-flight spritz of hydration is essential to keeping your face looking fresh during a long haul flight. Avène’s crowd-favourite thermal spring water spray comes in a compact 50 millilitre size, making it easy to slip into your handbag. Simply apply this cooling fragrance-free spray on your face and you’ll have an instant dose of soothing calmness.

When travelling across time zones, dry, chapped lips are often one of the first signs of dehydration. Laneige’s cult favourite and pocket-sized lip sleeping mask is designed to be popped on just before dozing off and its dense formula promises soft and smooth lips all day long after waking up. The only question is, which flavour will you choose: berry, vanilla, gummy bear or sweet candy?

Retinal is the lynchpin in any anti-aging skincare routine and can now be found in a wide range of formulas and formats. Medik8’s Crystal Retinal comes in five different strengths – ideal for beginners to pro-users – and comes in a sleek 30 millilitre tube that’s easy to travel with. As an added bonus, the concentrated formula is paired with hyaluronic acid to help absorb and retain moisture in the upper layers of the skin.

Vitamin C is not just good for your body, it’s great for your face, too. Designed to brighten and fight uneven skin tone, Dr. Lara Devgan’s Vitamin CBE Ferulic Serum uses Vitamin E to help diminish fine lines while Ferulic acid is a hard-working antioxidant – that means you won’t have to pack individual bottles when you’re on the go.

Conquer time zones with a firming eye cream that’ll reduce the appearance of jetlag. Chanel’s Le Lift eye cream – which uses alfalfa concentrate and horse chestnut extract to hydrate – minimises puffiness, so you’ll look like you’ve had a good night’s rest when you hit the ground for a day of work or play.

Between catching a flight and navigating the streets of a new city, regularly washing your hands may not be the most convenient exercise. Don’t be caught off guard and be sure to carry a hand sanitiser in your bag at all times. This rose-scented liquid kills germs while  neutralising odours and adds a pop of hydration back into your skin. 

Roughly the size of a compact mirror, the signature Dior Le Baume is a clever multi-purpose ointment that adds instant hydration to your hands, body and lips through its smooth formulation of shea butter, hyaluronic acid and centella asiatic extract – which is beloved for soothing irritated skin.

Want to keep your skin looking holiday-ready throughout your summer vacation? Isle of Paradise’s tanning solution is the answer. Simply mix several drops with your favourite moisturiser and apply to your face as normal. Within four-to-six hours, you’ll develop a subtle tan that will last for up to five days.

Embarking on a long-haul flight doesn’t mean you have to compromise on personal care. While you can stash a mini-sized aerosol of deodorant into your carry-on, why not opt for a full-sized solid option instead? This alcohol-and-paraben-free stick leaves behind a light woody scent. You’ll never have to worry about running out of deodorant while travelling again.

A night spent in a plush hotel room on a busy trip calls for a movie, glass of wine and some self care. This purifying mask works to decongest skin and minimise pores all while leaving your face hydrated and blemish free. It only needs to be left on for 10-20 minutes so set your alarm if you don’t want to dose off mid-mask.