It's not like the movies, is it? The main character flies across the ocean in record time and comes off the plane looking just like they did when they got on 10+ hours ago. While I can't give you tips to make your very long overnight flight go any faster, I discovered some ways to come off the plane after 13 hours of travel and still look surprisingly refreshed!

There are some challenges that come with trying to look great when you step off a plane, such as no access to a shower on board, having to pack away all your great products into your checked bags, and dealing with an environment that is not exactly relaxing. But fret not! Next time you have a long flight of 7-15 hours long, just follow these simple tips and steps to make sure you step off that plane looking pretty amazing.



First off here are two things you can do before your flight:

1. Get Your Nails Done

If you are travelling for business and you need to look sharp, a nice manicure days before your flight will automatically add a polished look. If you are prone to chipping your nails easily then gel or shellac nails might be necessary. Treat yourself! This will also help you feel more positive about your upcoming flight and travels.

2. Shower Right Before

Try to have a shower as close to your flight as possible, with time to do you hair, and get ready without stress. Because you likely won't see a proper bathroom for nearly a day, this is your best shot at keeping grubbiness at bay.

Alright, now for the real battle. Here my 7 tips for how to endure your long overnight flight and come out at the other end feeling and looking fresh!

1. Remove Your Make Up

You probably did not expect that. The air inside a pressurized plane will suck out any moisture and your skin will have a hard time. Don't put more strain on your skin and pores. Pack nice make-up remover wipes with health boosting benefits and allow your skin to breath. About two hours (no more) into your flight, remove all facial makeup or watch in horror as you age ten years in a matter of hours...

2. Moisturize

In the words of Lady Cassandra, "Moisturize me!" (Hollar in the comments if you recognize the reference). As soon as your face is nice and clean, moisturize! Not just your face, but hands and any exposed part of your body, including your lips with a good quality lip gloss! This is not only great for your skin care, but will make you feel more comfortable while sitting in an economy seat for hours on end.

Read Also: products I swear by to combat dry skin!

3. Drink Water

See a pattern here, yet? Airplane flight = very, very dry air. So anything you do to counter its effects will benefit you. Make sure to drink at least one cup of water every 1-2 hours! This will keep you hydrated inside and out. Don't be shy to drink a little more than usual, water is good for you! And if you are having alcohol, it is imperative that you have some water to combat dehydration!

4. Braid Your Hair/Don't Brush

If you live in the places that get very cold, you know that cold dry air means more static. Guess what kind of air is in a plane? Yup. Dry and cold. If you hair is long enough, just put it in a braid or bun so you don't have strands that will cling to your face, chair, or simply stick up in the air. If you have short hair, like myself, resist the urge to brush or comb through with your fingers, you'll just cause friction which causes more static. And above all, do NOT go into the bathroom and wet your hair! There aren't many hair products that come in travel size, but resist any heavy creams or styling oils, since this can weigh down your parched hair and make it greasy faster.

5. Pamper Yourself

This is not a very necessary step, but if you are prone to baggy, puffy eyes, then you might want to do this. Pack along a gel eye sleep mask, ask an flight attendant for a cup of ice, and let the sleep patch sit in the ice before applying it to your face. This will help keep your eyes cool and refreshed, so you don't look tired and ragged after your flight, regardless of if you actually get some decent sleep...

6. Doll Yourself 1 Hour Before Landing

About 1 hour before landing (no sooner) you can head to the bathroom with your whole beauty army. Re-do your make up (though I would stick to a natural look!), re-braid your hair, re-touch your deodorant, add a touch of body spray, brush your teeth and use lip gloss to moisturize your lips. I personally like tinted lip glosses to add a bit of color as well. If you really want to wear lipstick, wait for the lip gloss to get absorbed into your lips first!

7. Adjust Or Change Your Wardrobe

Maybe you flew in sweatpants and a tee, which is totally cool. But if you intend to step off the plane and get straight to work or play, then you might want to do something about your wardrobe. Here are three things you can do an hour before you land to be ready to tackle the day:

1. Keep your outfit change in your carry-on : a summer dress or a pair of black tights and new shirt are two easy, comfy, semi-casual outfits you can easily slip into and you will feel so great changing out of the clothes you just spend the last 10+ hours in!


2. Hat Disguise: if you're worried that your hair is not on fleek, nothing better than a stylish hat to hide the greasy roots or flat hair!


3. Add Some Sparkle: A cute pair of earrings, a few bracelets or a lovely necklace will make you look effortlessly fab. Check out my friend's gorgeous jewellery collection for your next travel outfit over at Pretty Little Details!

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That's it! Those are my beauty suggestions for how to survive a long overnight flight and to look great at the other end!

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Just when you think you've got this whole travelling and packing thing down to a science, you mess up. Nothing huge, but you can't help but shake your head and face palm yourself. Or maybe you do get just a bit exasperated. These moments usually happen to me when I realize I have forgotten to pack something fairly important. Not passports, money, or underwear, but still something you would really like to have and need during your trip.

I decided to make a list of all the little things that travellers, like myself, have forgotten during several trips, in hopes that you, dear travellers, will not make these silly mistakes.

ALSO, at the end of the blog post there is a small gift for you guys! Stay tuned.

It’s no secret that finding a teaching job in Canada is a struggle, especially a permanent job. I hear teachers from all across the provinces complain about the same issue. So why not take a crack at teaching abroad? In fact, why not teach in Egypt? I know what you’re thinking, because you’re probably watching the news. In case you didn’t know, the news doesn’t show the whole story. Egypt is a great chance for Canadian teachers to develop their profession, to grow, and to have an incredible adventure. Here are just 10 reasons why Canadian teachers should come teach in Egypt:

One of the most popular questions travellers ask themselves about their destination and travel plans is "is it safe?". The question of safety can cause people to be anxious and filled with worry. Worry is the ultimate kill-joy. But it doesn't have to kill the joy out of your holidays and travels.

There are some very simple, practical things to be mindful about and to do to put your worries at ease so you can travel safely and enjoy it to the fullest. Whether you are travelling alone or with someone, or even in a group, here are tips to keep you and your belongings safe while you travel, so you can have a good time!

It feels like half of the world is travelling during the summer and Europe is one of the top most popular destinations. Personally, I think summer is not the most ideal time to travel, but I’m a teacher…so I have little options! While summer means everywhere will be super busy and pricier, it is a great time to enjoy the sun, the heat, and feed off the buzz! Because let’s face it, Europe can be surprisingly cold up until mid-May! When summer hits, you can finally ditch the three extra layers and work on your tan!

What makes picking and packing outfits for Europe so nice is that no matter how many countries you are visiting, in general the whole continent has similar weather and temperature averages, but double check the forecast just in case. Here are some ideas and key things to keep in mind as you pack up for a trip in the Summer.

It's mid-June and most schools are either done or wrapping up! Something I really like to do as the school year starts to wrap up, is have a 'real' moment with the kids. With grade 12's I find and read articles about life after high-school and do anonymous Q and A's on topics that would concern a high-school graduate. They love it.

With grade 6 this year, I did something similar to a fellow teacher, because I loved the concept. I call it Whiteboard Words. It is meant to build up your students and end on a positive note. You will probably need two periods to complete this, and all you need is a class full of students, a whiteboard and a marker (traditional chalk board would work just as good!)

Step One: Being Creative

To begin, every student gets a piece of paper. On that paper they have to come up with a neat name that alliterates, such as Cool Craig, or Fabulous Felicia. Then you collect all these names and put them in a container of some sorts. You will be picking the names out randomly, and who ever you pick must step outside for a couple of minutes while you write their neat name on the board and then get the rest of the class to contribute positive, describing words about that person.

Describe the activity to the students, emphasize that ONLY positive adjectives and descriptions are acceptable. You can warm them up by having students list some of their favourite and unique adjectives. Words and phrases like "awesome, polite, cool, trustworthy, fun, great dancer, friendly, outgoing, enthusiastic" etc.



 

              Step Two: Positive Vibes

Once you have about 6-8 words (you can do more!) then ask the student to come in and come up to the board. I have my students read the words out loud, because speaking them out loud has an even bigger impact than just reading the positive and encouraging words. After they finish reading, I usually ask them, "How does that make you feel?" And they always reply "Good!" and sometimes with a big or sheepish smile on their face.

Sometimes, you will have some students that is harder to come up with positive words for. This is why I prefer the teacher to control the marker and write the words out, because then I can insert a word once in a while, to make sure all students get at least 6 positive words written about them.

Step Three: Record the Moment

To finish off, I take a quick photo on my phone, and maybe because this is grade six, but not ONE student has refused to stand by the board and have their picture taken, and only ONE who wanted to hide their face. There are three reasons I believe other grades (particularly higher ones) shouldn't have too much trouble with this either:

1. Because all of the class is doing this, the more shy and insecure students don't feel like they are being particularly singled out


2. After they read the positive words about them, there is usually a boost in confidence and self-image, which allows me to take a quick picture which at another time, I probably wouldn't be able to.


3. I strategically choose the shier students a little later (not so random after all!) so they have a chance to see many other students do it before they do. If you pick a shy or insecure student right off the bat, it will be too much for them and it will set the precedent for the following students.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Overall, the students really enjoy this activity, and other classes were excited to do it once they heard another class had done it. No matter how the year went, and how your students did, it's activities like these that students will remember the most, and if what they remember is their classmates think they are creative, smart, kind, and friendly, then that's a good thing!

 

What kind of lessons or activities do you do at the end of the year? Do you have similar activities that maybe you do at another time of the year? I'd love to try some new things for next year! Let me know in the comments below!

In May we spent 4 amazing days in Greece, two days in Santorini and two in Mykonos. We already shared what it was like on the island of Santorini in our previous post, and now we shall talk about the most popular island of all: Mykonos.