Red-eye flights can be pretty uncomfortable if you aren’t prepared for overnight travel. I take red-eyes pretty often and usually when I land, I’m right off to work. Getting as much sleep as possible and looking well-rested is really important to me. I’ve gotten my packing routine down to a science so I’m never without my travel and skincare essentials.
Carry-On Bag
Even though I check my large luggage, I never travel without a carry-on bag as well. I like to have my laptop, camera, and a few toiletries with me at all times. My current favorite carry-on is leather and in my favorite color — tan.
Skincare
Lately I’ve been carrying Lancome’s Visionnaire Nuit in my bag. Think of this night time treatment as part gel and part oil. You get the best of both worlds, the freshness of a gel combined with the nourishment of an oil. Airplanes are really drying and you have to go the extra mile to give your skin hydration and it’s under 3 fluid oz, so it passes through security.
With this night time moisturizer I wake up looking like I’ve had a full night’s sleep. Once my flight lands I can start right into my work day without looking like I’ve been in-flight for hours.
Headphones and Ear Plugs
Music really helps me on long flights. It’s the only way I can relax and sometimes block out a talkative neighbor. I also make sure to bring ear plugs if I just need a bit of quiet time. If you’ve ever been seated next to a crying baby you know how crucial these are!
Eye Mask
When flight attendants stop by with food or drinks, they usually turn on the cabin lights which is pretty much a sleep ruiner. I pack a silk eye mask so the lights don’t disturb my rest.
Tooth Brush
I like to have toiletries in my bag just in case I want to freshen up and can’t get to my larger suitcases.
Cord Taco
This cute little tool helps keep my chargers separate, organized and easy to find.
Portable Charger
There’s nothing worse than having a dead battery. You can find portable chargers at every price point and they are definitely worth the purchase.
What are your go-to’s for a red-eye flight? Have any of you tried the Lancome Visionnaire Nuit?
vera sawicki says:
Great post!!
Blonde in Cashmere
Emily says:
Love that passport case! For a red eye I love Herbivore Botanicals rose face mist. So refreshing.
Marianna Hewitt says:
thanks its linked in my shopping sunday video!
Kimi says:
Hi I also love those long sleeves from Urban! I am having a hard time with them “pilling” I think that is what it is called? The pilling is showing especially on the sleeves does that happen to you? Do you have any tips?
Thanks!
Kimi
Marianna Hewitt says:
a little bit but it doesn’t bother me!
Erika says:
LOVE the carry on bag! where is it from?
Marianna Hewitt says:
longchamp!
Sierra says:
How come I can’t find that long champ luggage on the website? We’re can we order?
Kristen Robin says:
Loved these tips! I will have to try the Lance moisturizer for my next flight!
I have been following your blog for a bit, I wanted to ask you, do you use blogger or wordpress?
much love
xo kristen
Marianna Hewitt says:
thankss o much! wordpress
tila says:
Face mask, hand sanitizer, headphones, iPad, moisturizer, serum, eye mask, and wipes.
Marianna Hewitt says:
good picks
Jesica says:
Where did you get your silk eye mask?
Olivia says:
I think I love your blog so much because you blog about so much stuff and such a variety of different categories. Literally life with you. Thanks for another great post I have the phone charger in marble effect but need to get everything else now haha! Much love xx
Marijana says:
I dont often do long flights and I always travel wirh my baby girl (2 yrs), so a change of clothes for her and me is a must, wipes, sanitizer, diapers, hydrating serum (Avene)-it can be used for under eye area as well so thats my 2in1 product, toothbrush, iphone, ipad, earplugs, charger, hand cream (eos-the pink one) smells like heaven! Money, cards and passport.. And that pretty much it. ☺️ Oh and a book for my toddler.
Val says:
Hii, I was wondering where you got your eye mask from?
Rebecca says:
LOVE this post! Traveling to California in February and this was so helpful
Amber says:
Where is the eye mask from?!
Jessica says:
Love the cord taco, looks like a necessity for me! Where did you get it?
Lorian says:
Hi! Can you tell me where you got headphones and eye mask?! I absolutely love them! #rosegoldeverything <3
Ashley says:
Where did you get your cord taco from and eyemask?
Ashley says:
I saw your snap on the taco cord holder
sahara says:
Love that little thing that holds your wires, so useful may need to get myself one! I like your outfit in this too I just posted a casual outfit look over on my blog
Anna says:
Where did you buy the potable charger from?
steffi says:
where can i get the cord taco? i love the leather one. just ordered some of the long sleeves from UO. pretty excited for them 😉
Leti says:
What kind of head phones are those? I love them!!!
Krizella says:
Where is your cardigan/jacket from?
Ebony Arlanda says:
Awesome post. Are those the frends headphones? I’m looking into getting them.
My must haves are chapstick, hand sanitizer wipes, + a long scarf to wrap around me if I get cold!
xox, justarlanda.com
Ginna says:
They are very interesting tips . Sometimes I even don’t know what to pack now with this tips everything is more easy.
Olubukola says:
I’m travelling soon and this has given a some ideas and that travelling bag is <3
Idania says:
Marianna, where is your shirt from?
Paige says:
Great post!
Love the headphones and luggage!
Do you have links to those exact products?
BeautyByDamaris says:
What style and namebrand sneakers are those?
Deborah says:
What a nice pictures, it really looks good on you.
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Deborah says:
Cool look! Loving the outfit!
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Taposy Rabeya says:
Loving this easy gorgeous look!! Thanks..
Vi Vian says:
Hi Marianna! I love the passport case? Where is it from? =D
Andrea says:
Hi Marianna,
I love your blog. I am in the process of reorganizing my life and was wondering what kind of day planner you use. If you could share some tips and tricks on how you stay productive and on top of things throughout the week, that would be wonderful!
Thanks!