Dr. Yoon-Soo Cindy Bae, clinical assistant professor at NYU Dermatology
"It's so important to keep skin moisturized, especially during extensive traveling where skin can become dehydrated. The undereye area is particularly often neglected, which is where many women show the first signs of aging. I love Cetaphil Hydrating Eye Gel-Cream, $15.99: it won't break your wallet and comes in a tube you can throw in your makeup bag or carry-on. I like it because it's full of hydrating ingredients like vitamins B3 and E, licorice root and grape extract for brightening (because dark circles are a real issue) and hyaluronic acid, a personal favorite ingredient of mine, which provides 24 hours of hydration. It's non-irritating and hypoallergenic; great for sensitive eyes and contact lens wearers. Apply a pearl-sized amount around the eye area day and night (it's gentle enough for both upper and lower eye) and smooth until absorbed."
Dr. Dendy Engelman, board-certified dermatologist, dermatologic surgeon
"I'm always focused on replacing lost moisture when I travel and I like products that have anti-aging benefits because who doesn't want to prevent premature aging? Nothing ages the skin like the rigors of travel, so we have to do what we can. I like time-tested products from brands that have a track record in these things, so I tend to pack Elizabeth Arden Retinol Ceramide Capsules Line Erasing Night Serum, $48 for 30 capsules. I like that they've packed retinol (an anti-aging powerhouse) into these handy ceramide capsules for a targeted and precise dose of skin-friendly ingredients wherever you are. Plus, they're travel and TSA-friendly, so I just pop the package into my makeup bag along with my disinfectant hand wipes and I'm ready to go!"
Dr. Jeanine Downie, Director, Image Dermatology PC
"One of my new favorite cutting-edge products is SkinMedica Lumivive, $212. Besides sunscreen, this is a fantastic skin care dynamic duo: it contains a day cream, which acts as damage defense, and a night cream, which revitalizes and repairs. Both products support skin health and also protect your skin from damaging aggressors like blue light (like the HEV light from your phone) and pollution. It works with all skin types and tones and they can amplify any skin care regimen. Quite simply, they work: these products have been exhaustively researched and proven to brighten skin, even skin tone and improve skin texture."
Dr. Paul Jarrod Frank, Celebrity Cosmetic Dermatologist and founder of the PFRANKMD brand and PFRANKMD Skin Salons
"I'm a big believer in hydration when traveling, so I always tend to pack MDNA The Rose Mist, $120. I find it refreshing and awakening. It smells amazing (always a great perk) and gives my skin a dewy glow. It's formulated with mineral-rich thermal waters of Montecatini, Italy, which are anti-inflammatory and therapeutic to the skin. It's great for anyone with any skin type who needs a quick boost on the go."
