Does flying dehydrate your skin?
- Does flying dehydrate your skin?
Flying can wreak havoc on your skin—planes have low humidity, dry cabins, and recycled air that can dehydrate your dermis, increase oil production, and exacerbate acne in all skin types. But you can prevent a flight's skin-damaging affects with a few smart moves before and after you board.
- Why is my face red after flying?
“There is a level of anxiety that happens when we fly, and that can lead to an increase in the stress hormones,” says Kanchanapoomi Levin, “which we know increases redness and any inflammatory conditions of the skin, like eczema or psoriasis.” To prevent any additional irritation, try to stick to your normal skin-care