Beauty On Board
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The ban on liquids notwithstanding, the preservative-free skin-care line Boscia has created a portable beauty pack worth stowing away on the next plane trip.
The “Passport to Beauty” travel kit is packaged in a plain but durable plastic case and covers all of the basic skin-care needs. Those with more problematic skin may require a stronger cleanser, but with a light chamomile scent and a milky texture, the Soothing Cleansing Cream delivers exactly what it promises. And to stave off the dehydrating effects of high altitudes and cabin air, the set comes equipped with not one, but two, moisturizers — a lighter version with all-important SPF 15 for day and a luxuriously thick version for night.
Like any good getaway, Passport to Beauty is not without opportunities for indulgences. With their sweet scent, the Lavender Blotting Linens can be detected from far away — the fragrance alone is enough to reduce stress levels and leave oily skin with a clean, matte finish. For parched skin (or a visage simply in need of a quick pickme-up), a light mist of the beauty company’s Balancing Facial Tonic is reminiscent of waking from a short nap. As unnecessary as it might seem — it is essentially scented facial water — the tonic borders on the addictive.
While the carrying case is not waterproof, this smart set does have one very pragmatic element: All of the products are designed to be completely spillproof before opening. A ring prevents the cleanser pump from accidentally being pushed, and even if the cap on a moisturizer somehow manages to become unscrewed en route, the tubes remain sealed. For the traveler who cannot resist applying fresh-scented products every few minutes, the kit should last for the duration of a weeklong jaunt.