Have any air travel coming up soon? If so, you need to be equipped with these essentials in your purse or carry-on. Let’s face it, it’s super fun to travel to far away lands, but getting there can be a bit hectic. The great news is, traveling on an airplane can be tolerable…even fun & relaxing. In order to maximize your travel experience here are some travel tips: In-Flight Essentials all these items I can’t live without.
1. Hair Ties: I love these hair ties & using them will help keep you from that awful airplane bedhead! Kitsch $9.00
2. Refreshing Facial Spray: There are many great sprays out there to help you stay refreshed. Choose a scent you love. This one is a favorite of mine: Coconut Water spray by Herbivore $16.00
3. Facial Moisturizer: Skin needs all the help it can get to stay hydrated on long flights. This Clinique Moisture Surge 72-Hour Cream will help you out big time! One ounce $19.00
4. Moisturizing Overnight Face Mask: You can sleep in this wonderfully moisturizing face mask. No need to even rinse it off! Look like a million bucks even when you get off that red eye flight. Jet Lag Mask by Summer Fridays $48.00
5. Compression Socks: The moment I board a plane my shoes come off. These compression socks are great for long flights, they help with blood flow and circulation. That means less cramping and swelling. They come in the cutest patterns too! by Newzill $14.99 per pair
6. Tea for Relaxation and Sleep: A great way to help you unwind and stay hydrated is with all natural herbal teas. I love this Honey Lavender Stress Relief Tea by Yogi $3.39
7. Facial Cleansing Clothes: These disposable wipes are everything when you want to freshen up your face before, during and after your flight. Purity by Philosophy $10.00
8. Lip Balm/Salve: When it comes to protecting your lips from the dry air, this Rose Salve by C.O. Bigelow® is an essential $5.50
9. Oversized Scarf or Pashmina: There are so many things you can do with a scarf on an airplane, I have used mine as a pillow, head wrap and blanket. Those overnight journeys can get super cold! Halogen® at Nordstrom Anniversary sale item until August 5th $132.90
10. Eye Drops: Natural saline drops are wonderful for perking up tired eyes and for making sure they don’t dry out on long hauls. Systane Lubricant Eye Drops $14.96
11. Coloring Book, Colored Pencils and Sharpener: I always find flight time to be a great place for creativity. With limited distractions and time to focus on things you might not regularly do. Escape To Calm Adult Coloring Book Set With 24 Colored Pencils And Pencil Sharpener $5.49
12. Books and Magazines: Is there a novel you’ve been dying to read? Now is the time. Long flights mean it’s time to focus! Grab your favorite magazine and book and catch up on that reading. Girl’s Burn Brighter by Shobha Rao $13.99
13. Antibacterial wipes: Wipe a cleansing cloth all around your arm rests and tray table. You will feel way better about the flight once you handle the cleanliness of the journey! 6-Pack $11.88
14. Noise Cancelling Headphones: Want to drown out the unwanted sound of those jet engines and ambient noise? These headphones are worth the investment and will help you get that much needed relaxation and sleep. This is the most expensive thing for your travel essential kit, but it will serve you well year after year. Bose $349.00
15 & 16. Toothbrush and Toothpaste: Keep your breath and pearly whites feeling their very best with the Radius Tour Travel Toothbrush $6.27 and C.O. Bigelow Marvis Toothpaste $7.50 for .84 ounce
17. Silky Sleep Mask: Turn off the lights, even if they are shining brightly with a soft & silky sleep mask. I love this one by Slipsilk™ $45.00
18. Large Disposable Shower Sheets: OMG….these individually wrapped sheets are everything when you need a quick shower-less shower. Yuni 12 pack $15.00
