By Melissa McCombs
Every festival throws three things at your skin: dust, heat and late nights. Each one leaves its mark in a different way. The good news is that each one has a simple answer. Here is how to handle all three and still look fresh in the last photo of the weekend.
Challenge 1: Dust
Dry fields and thousands of dancing feet send fine dust into the air. It settles on sunscreen and sweat and leaves skin feeling gritty and grimy.
The fix:
- Wear a light bandana or scarf over your nose and mouth on dusty days.
- Wipe your face with a damp, soft cloth a few times a day.
- Follow with a mist of Tulsi Basil for a fresh, clean feeling.
- Never go to sleep without wiping away the day's dust.
Challenge 2: Heat
Long hours in full sun leave skin hot, flushed and dehydrated. Sweat mixes with sunscreen and makeup, and skin can start to feel heavy.
The fix:
- Reapply sunscreen every couple of hours.
- Find shade during the hottest part of the afternoon.
- Keep a mist in a shaded pocket and use it often. Aloe Cucumber and Cooling Sun Mist feel especially good on warm skin.
- Drink water constantly, not only when you feel thirsty.
- Skip heavy creams. Light, water-based layers feel better in the heat.
Challenge 3: Late nights
Short sleep shows up on your face first. Skin looks dull, and eyes look tired.
The fix:
- Start each morning with water and a mist of Rosemary for a bright, invigorating lift.
- Mist with Lavender before bed to help you wind down, even in a noisy campsite.
- Grab a short nap in the shade if you can.
- Keep your routine simple so you actually do it.
Your festival day at a glance
| Time | Do this |
|---|---|
| Morning | Water, wipe face, Rosemary mist, sunscreen |
| Midday | Shade, water, Tulsi Basil or Aloe Cucumber mist, reapply sunscreen |
| Sunset | Wipe away dust, mist, light moisturizer |
| Before bed | Remove makeup, Lavender mist, sleep |
After the festival
Give your skin a proper reset when you get home: a long shower, our Green Clay Mask to clarify, then Lavender mist and Rosehip & Calendula Serum. Sleep in if you can.
Stay fresh all weekend: The Carry-On Reset Trio ($60) has you covered. Going big? The Headliner Box ($96) is the full ritual.