Airplane travel wreaks havoc on my skin.  I’m particularly sensitive to jet lag, and my skin shows it.  I always leave the plane looking sallow, dull, super dry and sometimes broken out in some bumpy rash.  Just generally wacked out.  After a particularly dehydrating redeye flight from San Francisco to New York, I spotted a jar of Fresh Sugar Face Polish in my friend’s bathroom.  That jar was calling my name and I couldn’t resist trying the deep-cleansing exfoliant made with pure brown sugar and wild strawberries.

This product is an amazing treat for the skin.  The second I started smoothing on the invigorating concoction of sugar granules and citrus essential oils, I knew I was in for something good.  The delicious and subtle citrus aroma was a boost to my lethargic, cabin-cramped body.

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Getting a facial every two may be just what you need, but your pocket book may not agree.  In order to save your skin and stay within your budget try an at-home facial.  It’an easy and cheap way to stay beautiful, just follow these simple steps!

Step 1: First, wash your face with your usual cleanser to remove dirt and makeup, rinse skin well.  Gently pat your face dry.

Step 2: Boil four chamomile tea bags in a large sauce pan, apply an exfoliating scrub with fruit enzymes (try Murad Exfoliating Fruit Enzyme Mask To Go) and do not rinse!

Step 3: Once the water begins to boil, remove pan from heat.  Create a tent with a towel and hold your head about a foot above the pan and let steam penetrate your skin for three or five minutes.

Step 4: After you have steamed yourself, rinse the exfoliant off with warm water, and pat yourself dry.  Next, apply a mask that’s suitable for your skin:

    Dry skin:  Clarins Thirst Quenching Hydra-Care Mask, $34
    Oily skin: Dr. Brandt Poreless Purifying Mask, $40
    Acne:  DDF Sulfur Therapeutic Mask, $34
    Normal/Combo:  Paula’s Choice Skin Balancing Carbon Mask, $12

Step 5: RELAX!  That’s the whole point.  Check the label for suggested time limits and rise mask once it’s ready to be removed.  Be sure to rinse thoroughly and once again pat the skin dry and while your skin is still damp, apply a small amount of your daily moisturizer.

For best results you should wait 6 to 8 hours before you apply any makeup and remember to drink plenty of water!