4 tips for staying fresh while travelling
In our backpacking days questionable personal hygiene practices was all part of the travel experience. But nowadays we’d probably like to go on a holiday without feeling as though we’ve gone months without coming into contact with a basin!
We’ve put together five trips for staying fresh while you’re on holidays. The interesting odours you pick up on the road are souvenirs you probably shouldn’t be taking home.
1. Hand sanitiser
We’ve all got that friend who amazes/troubles us with the liberal application of hand sanitiser, but there’s actually method to this madness. Brining a travel-sized, alcohol-based hand sanitiser guarantees you’ll have fresh, clean hands before every meal.
2. Sunscreen and/or moisturiser
Particularly when you’re in the more arid parts of the world, using sunscreen and/or moisturiser before you got outdoors is a crucial step to avoiding sunburn. It’s also worth bringing some lip balm along in your travel pack, if you’re susceptible to chapped lips.
3. Oral hygiene products
This can be a bit of a tricky one, particularly if your accommodation doesn’t have decent bathroom facilities. While you’ve probably got a decent selection of toiletries in your luggage, taking disposable mini-toothbrushes and even mints or gum on the road can be handy.
4. The right clothes
Nothing will make you feel dirtier than a wrinkled shirt, so it’s worth investing in some lightweight, wrinkle-free clothing that won’t look like a dog’s breakfast if you put it on after it’s been sitting in your suitcase a few days. Most travel retailers have a decent selection.
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