I drool over the prospect of flying in first class on Emirates or Etihad Airways, the airlines that take luxury travel up a notch with a full shower facility so it’s possible to really clean up before you land. But the reality is that I am far more likely to be flying in economy, as I did on a recent 14-hour flight from New York City to Nairobi. In the middle seat. So not only was there no shower for me, there wasn’t really any sleep.
Still, I did my best to arrive as refreshed as possible. Packing TSA-friendly essentials in my carry-on made all the difference.
Freshen Up Mid-Flight with Davids Toothpaste
That stale, dry mouth on an airplane? No mints are gonna touch that. You need to brush your teeth. I brushed mine three times on my 14-hour flight – after the first meal service, again when I woke from a short nap and just before we landed.
I recommend Davids Premium Natural Toothpaste. It’s fluoride-free, vegan, cruelty-free, and made with clean, naturally derived ingredients. It also supports oral health with remineralizing hydroxyapatite, making it a great option if you’re avoiding fluoride but still want strong teeth and a fresh mouth. And, of course, there’s the all-important minty fresh feeling it leaves in your travel-weary mouth.
Tuck a TSA-friendly travel size of David’s toothpaste, floss and a sustainable bamboo toothbrush for the full refreshing experience. Save money by buying the travel bundle.
Revive Tired Eyes with Lea Black Beauty® Natural Under-Eye Care
One of the first places jet lag shows up for me? My eyes. Puffy under-eyes, dark circles, and that tired look I get after all those hours in the too-dry air with too little sleep.
That’s why I recommend tucking a pack of Lea Black Beauty® Hyaluronic Hydra-Gel Eye Patches into your carry-on. Discretely place them under your eyes while the cabin lights are dimmed and let the soothing patches do their thing. These TSA-friendly gel patches are infused with hyaluronic acid to deeply hydrate, plump, and refresh your under-eye area in just minutes. Remove them after 20 minutes, or as soon as the cabin lights come on!
Skip the Caffeine Crash with Herbal Tea by Rishi Tea
I am a committed tea drinker and I never leave home without a stash of tea bags. I love a soothing tea when I’m done with something stressful, like a 14-hour flight. At the end of the flight, I ask for a cup of hot water and brew my own. These Rishi Elderberry Healer Tea sachets are made with elderberry, ginger, licorice root, and hibiscus. It supports immunity (perfect for enclosed, germy cabins), soothes the throat, and hydrates your body without the caffeine jitters.
Rishi’s organic, thoughtfully crafted teas come in a variety of botanical or herbal blends, such as Turmeric Ginger, Chamomile Medley and Peppermint Sage – all botanicals traditionally known for their calming, health-enhancing properties, perfect for long flights.
Your In-Flight Refresh Routine, Simplified:
Before Takeoff:
- Cleanse your face with a gentle wipe
- Apply Lea Black® Hydra-Gel Eye Patches
- Hydrate, hydrate, hydrate
Mid-Flight:
- Hydrate more (water > wine)
- Brush your teeth with Davids travel toothpaste for a minty wake-up
- Reapply facial moisturizer or a hydrating mist
Before Landing:
- Remove eye patches
- Reapply lip balm and a touch of concealer if needed
- Ask for a cup of hot water and brew a cup of Rishi herbal tea
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