Star Facialist Edyta Jarosz Shares Her Top Skincare Picks For Travel

As much as I love to travel the world, all the flying, visiting destinations where the air and climate are different than at home, the change in time zones, and general fatigue can wreck havoc on my skin. I’ve dealt with redness, dryness, dullness, and a host of other conditions that have me looking and feeling less than optimal.

Enter Edyta Jarosz, a master aesthetician at Shafer Clinic Fifth Avenue, who I consider to be be my skincare guru. She has had a transformative effect on my complexion and is gifted with “magic hands,” as I like to call them.

Edyta has a global following, and many of her clients come into town just to see her- some from far-flung places such as the Middle East. With a host of trips coming up over the next few months, I went to Edyta and asked her to share her favorite skincare products which help counter the impacts of travel.

Edyta’s picks for all your trips follow. They’re now going to become a part of my arsenal, and the best part is that they’re all TSA-friendly, too.

LENDAVA Reusable Cotton Pads

These reusable cotton pads from LENDAVA have become a travel essential for me. Their soft terry texture provides gentle exfoliation, making them ideal for removing makeup, SPF, and any skincare residues. These pads are also reusable, offering an eco-friendly and gentle solution for cleansing on the go.

LENDAVA Barefaced Oil Cleanser

This oil cleanser is my go-to for gentle makeup and sunscreen removal that doesn’t strip the skin or irritate the eyes. It keeps my skin feeling fresh, balanced, and thoroughly cleansed.

L’EAUXYGENANTE by Biologique Recherche

This mist revitalizes and tones, giving my complexion a lift whenever I feel dull or dry—especially in dry environments like airplanes. During flights, a quick spritz helps maintain the skin’s moisture levels and soothes any tightness. It’s lightweight and gentle, so I use it as often as needed to keep my skin looking radiant and feeling comfortable, even while traveling.

Medik8 Hydr8 B5 Serum

This serum is packed with hyaluronic acid, which draws moisture into the skin, and vitamin B5, which helps to soothe and soften the skin. Together, these ingredients provide a noticeable boost in hydration and plumpness, making the skin feel fresh and nourished. It’s lightweight and absorbs quickly, so you can use it alone or layer it with other products when you need more moisture, especially in drier environments. It’s a staple for keeping my skin plump and hydrated both during and after travel.

Yoé & Co Ympossible Cream Light

This essential travel companion keeps skin healthy and hydrated on the go. With its lightweight, fast-absorbing texture, it’s perfect for quick applications, delivering a dewy finish without any heaviness. The cream’s time-released hydration effectively counters the dryness of air travel and varying climates, while its skin barrier support shields against environmental stressors. Ideal for daytime use, its light texture ensures skin stays comfortable and fresh throughout any journey.

BIOEFFECT EGF Eye Serum & Imprinting Eye Masks

Travel can be tough on skin, but the BIOEFFECT EGF Eye Serum and Imprinting Eye Masks are ideal for keeping your eyes refreshed. The EGF Eye Serum, with Hyaluronic Acid and Icelandic water, delivers deep hydration to counteract dry cabin air. Its cooling rollerball reduces puffiness and dark circles, while EGF smooths fine lines, keeping you looking well-rested.

Imprinting Eye Masks are a travel essential, offering instant relief and hydration with a cooling gel texture that visibly reduces puffiness. Together, these compact, on-the-go essentials keep your eyes bright and refreshed, no matter the journey. For an extra boost, I recommend storing them in the fridge for added cooling.

SkinCeuticals Phyto Corrective Mask

The SkinCeuticals Phyto Corrective Mask is a must-have for flights, specially formulated to soothe and calm skin stressed by dry, pressurized cabin air. With botanical extracts, hyaluronic acid, and a calming dipeptide, this mask deeply hydrates, reduces redness, and relieves sensitivity—perfect for keeping skin balanced and healthy during long trips.

For an added refresh after landing, apply the mask and gently massage your face with ice cubes. This routine helps replenish moisture, calm irritation, and reduce puffiness, leaving your skin vibrant and revitalized after travel.

Medik8 Advanced Ceramide Night Cream

Medik8’s Advanced Ceramide Night Cream is a travel must-have for me. Ceramides are crucial for maintaining the skin’s moisture barrier, which is especially vulnerable during travel. This cream not only locks in moisture but also calms and soothes my skin when exposed to changing climates or dry air in the cabin. The lightweight, non-greasy texture is perfect for layering with other skincare, and it doesn’t clog my pores, so I feel comfortable applying it as needed. The travel-friendly packaging also makes it easy to stick with my skincare routine wherever I am.

Monika Heiligmann Deep Regenerating Lip Balm

The Deep Regenerative Lip Balm from Monika Heiligmann PARIS is a travel essential, providing soothing hydration that repairs and softens lips for a smooth, nourished feel throughout traveling.

Elixir de Volume – Lip Volumizing Serum by Monika Heiligmann

Monika Heiligmann’s Elixir de Volume is a must-have in any travel kit or daily routine. This luxurious serum, powered by a unique volumizing peptide complex, delivers instant fullness and lasting volume without irritation. My go-to shade, Romance Française, is the perfect blend of makeup and skincare, keeping lips plump and radiant.

TORCHD Energy Patches by Isaac Boots & Mindset Wellness

The TORCH’D Energy Patches by Isaac Boots and Mindset Wellness are a travel must-have to help sustain energy. Formulated with green tea and hemp extract, these patches provide a steady, time-released boost, keeping you energized and alert throughout long journeys. Ideal for combating travel fatigue, they offer a seamless way to maintain focus without frequent caffeine breaks—perfect for staying refreshed on the move.

SkinCeuticals Physical Fusion UV Defense SPF 50

SkinCeuticals Physical Fusion UV Defense SPF 50 is a travel essential, delivering broad-spectrum sun protection in a lightweight, tinted formula that seamlessly doubles as makeup. Its universal tint evens skin tone and offers light coverage to mask imperfections, making it an ideal multi-tasker for beauty on the go. Whether sightseeing or beachside, this SPF keeps skin protected while providing a naturally flawless finish.