This isn’t the first time you’re hearing this, nor will it be the last: Holidays look a bit different this year. For many, the safest way to see loved ones means a road trip, when under normal circumstances they’d fly or take other means of mass transit. (So that means a potentially very long car ride—with a lot of sitting around.) And for those staying put, enjoying a small holiday with those in your bubble or immediate household, you’re probably tucked indoors more than you might be in other years.
In other words: There’s a lot less activity to give you a natural, vibrant glow. So we spoke with experts for skin tips on how you can tend to your complexion on a long car ride, at home quarantining, or whatever your plans are. These are easy ways to boost circulation, ease facial tension, and effortlessly glow come the holidays:
There’s a reason every skin care expert tells you to drink enough water: Keeping hydrated vastly improves your skin’s health. “The No. 1 thing you can do is stay properly hydrated, while it may seem counterintuitive to a long car ride, maintaining proper hydration will ensure optimal blood flow,” says aesthetician Yolanda Mata, creator of the YoliGlo Facial, who recommends keeping a well-formulated moisturizing mist nearby as well..