Skin Nerd: Top tips for looking after your skin on holidays 

How to prepare your skin for the sun and what not to do when your skin is exposed to UV rays
Portrait of happy woman with healthy skin applying sunblock on cheek.

Portrait of happy woman with healthy skin applying sunblock on cheek.

Do check your limits

If you are jetting off on your holidays, the first thing you need to do is to find out what your luggage allowances are. While many of us choose to decant products into travel-sized bottles, you need to be aware that putting products with active ingredients into containers can actually make them less effective, as they will be exposed to oxygen and light. To minimise this risk, ensure that you transfer your skincare into airtight vessels.

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