Inga Kavun
Business aviation flight attendant. Winner of the competition "Top Russian Stewardesses - 2016". Work experience: 11 years (all in business aviation). Airline: TAG Aviation. Flight geography: the whole world.
Skin, hair and body health problems at the start of work
“When I first started flying, my legs suffered the most. Unaccustomed, they ached so much that only cooling gels and rest after each flight on their backs with their legs thrown onto the wall saved. This helps improve blood flow. Fortunately, gradually, after a year and a half, everything went away. The second problem is severe dryness of the skin, especially the face and hands."
Beauty preparation before the flight
“Aviation work is stressful for appearance. There are many reasons: a constant difference in time, a change in climate, a different composition of water in cities and sometimes sudden changes in temperature. Therefore, the most important thing for me before the flight is a good and long sleep.
I can't imagine leaving before the flight without moisturizers. My main must-have is a double mask for cleansing and nourishing the skin T'ai Chi Masque, Herborist (if I don't have enough time, I use express masks to restore), Creme Anti-Age Destressante moisturizing face cream from La Prairie, and in winter - nourishing, moisturizing Açaí hair mask, Deep Conditioning Masque and any oily body cream. By the way, six months ago I gave up shower gels and now I always buy soap for intimate hygiene. I use it for the whole body, as it has a softer composition and Ph."
Cosmetics during the flight
“I am fortunate because the aircraft I have been working on for the past nine years has a special, very expensive air conditioning system. Therefore, during the flight, the skin almost does not dry out. Sometimes, on the contrary, due to active work on board, a slight perspiration appears and the skin of the face can shine, so sometimes I use matting wipes. I moisturize my lips with gloss, and my hands with cream. What I definitely try to do all the time during the flight is to drink a lot of water without gas. I noticed that then the swelling after the flight was not so strong."
About the cosmetic bag that is taken on the flight
“In general, I have three of them, and they always fly with me. One - with products for face, body and shampoos. The second is a large cosmetic bag with a full range of decorative cosmetics. And the third is a tiny one, in which matting powder, hygienic lipstick, lip gloss and hand sanitizer gel. The first and second remain in the suitcase. But the smallest is always in my handbag and is next to me in the salon."
Means without which no flight passes
Chanel Matting Powder, Mat Lumière. 10 years ago I discovered the best powder in the world and every time I hope that it will not be removed from production, because it is no longer so popular and does not happen everywhere. Lip gloss, now a favorite of 3D Hydra Lipgloss Kiko. L'Occitane hand cream. Calzedonia tights, exactly 8 DEN and in the shade Tropical”.
About makeup at work
“There are makeup requirements in our airline, but they are not as clear as in linear aviation. Still, working on a private jet requires that I first meet the standards set by the owner of the aircraft and his family. Fortunately, I am lucky to be able to choose both my flight uniform and my daytime makeup style.
I don't need much time to create it - it usually takes no more than 15 minutes. I definitely use a moisturizing foundation, and on top of a matting powder, concealer for the eye area, shadows, pencil, eyeliner, mascara, blush, lip gloss, and at the very end I place accents on the cheekbones and the tip of the nose with a highlighter. Good shading of the outer corner of the arrow is an important point in my makeup. Once upon a time I tried an eyeliner in the form of a felt-tip pen, and still it is the best, in my opinion, tool for creating arrows.
I always try to avoid thick, heavy makeup, as the work day is long, even if the flight is short. And by the end of the day, this makeup will look untidy. In addition, the sunlight from the windows exposes all the details on the face, so in my opinion it is better not to overdo it with the make-up."
What means to buy when traveling
“Israel - products based on the salts and mud of the Dead Sea, because there they are inexpensive and of high quality. England - REN brand products, effective and high quality cosmetics. Austria, Germany (Douglas stores) - ANNAYAKE brand, originally founded by Japanese scientists in the field of beauty. These are the best remedies in my entire life. I discovered this cosmetics by accident, a long time ago in Paris, in a small store not far from the Louvre, but now this brand is extremely difficult to find. Switzerland is the La Prairie cosmetics brand, although it is not always profitable to buy given the course. Italy - cosmetics Collistar and KIKO, these are two Italian brands, prices for which are several times cheaper in Italy”.
Masha Shkolnaya
Flight attendant of the airline "Pobeda". Finalist of the professional competition "Top Stewardesses - 2016". Work experience: six years. Flight geography: Russia and foreign countries.
Skin, hair and body health problems at the start of work
“I never had any particular skin problems, even when I became a flight attendant. But with hair, everything is much sadder. I noticed that my hair feels especially bad after transcontinental flights - flights across the Atlantic Ocean.
Beauty preparation before the flight
“The first and most important tradition is to wash your hair before and always after the flight! And before I do my makeup, I always put on a moisturizer and use a lip balm."
Cosmetics during the flight
“Personally, during the flight, I exclusively use perfume spray, because in a confined space it is undesirable to use a persistent perfume. I put Joy of Pink, Lacoste on the scarf."
About the cosmetic bag that is taken on the flight
"This is the standard minimum set - mascara, blush, powder, tonal concealer, eyebrow pencil, shadows, eyeliner, lipstick."
Means without which no flight passes
“This is a nail file, hand sanitizer, cuticle oil, lens drops, 3D volume transparent lip gloss, Avon. I put it on top of my lipstick and always get compliments."
About makeup at work
“According to the standards of Pobeda Airlines, female workers need to apply classic daytime makeup in natural shades, without shine and mother-of-pearl. Face foundation and powder are required. The blush should be paired with the lipstick shade. Eye shadow should be used in brown or beige with a matte or satin texture. Mascara should be black or brown. False / extension / laminated eyelashes are not allowed. The eyeliner should not be in a wide and / or long line. Lipstick should have a matte or satin texture. Acceptable lipstick colors are pink and red.
Personally, I do not give preference to any particular brand, and in my cosmetic bag there are both luxury brands and democratic ones: Maybelline mascara, Max Factor foundation, Faberlic lipstick, Bourjois eyeliner, Oriflame loose blush, Revlon eyebrow pencil, Lancôme eyeshadow palette, Guerlain meteorites.
Skin and hair care after flight
“After the shower, I apply Eveline Cosmetics universal moisturizer based on goat milk and natural collagen all over my body, it nourishes well, relieves irritation and redness. For my hands, I prefer to use Nivea Creme, I love its rich nutritional base. I apply with slow massage movements, then put on rubber gloves, woolen mittens on them, and walk like that for at least 10 minutes!
In our profession there is such an expression: "The stewardess's legs are fed!" Therefore, I pay special attention to my legs. Long ago I discovered Siberina deodorant foot cream based on Siberian herbs. It is absorbed very quickly, leaves no greasy residue behind. But it gives a feeling of lightness and coolness - exactly what you want so much after a hard flight shift."
What means to buy when traveling
“Nothing beats Thai beauty products. They are all natural and inexpensive. Every time I bring from Thailand for myself and my friends pharmacy eye drops Eye Gene Drops, matting Beauty Quiks wipes, collagen patches for the skin around the eyes Crystal Eyelid Patch."
Manana Kveliashvili
Business aviation flight attendant. Place of employment: Luxaviation Germany GmbH. Work experience: nine years. Geography: the whole world.
Skin, hair and body health problems at the start of work
“At the beginning of my work, I faced the problem of rashes on my face. They appear because the plane is a rather dusty place. There were also problems with enlarged pores, excessive dryness of hair and body skin, especially legs."
Beauty preparation before the flight
“Be sure to thoroughly wash your head with Joico Shampoo for colored hair or for blondes, sulfate-free. Then I apply the hair mask of the same brand Joico K-Pak or the hair conditioner Joico Hydrator. I also use CHI Joico or Silk End Oil.
Also, I always prepare my skin before flying. I wash my face with products for sensitive skin. I love the American brand Aveeno very much. Then I use this brand of tonic and apply a moisturizer or nourishing face cream. I especially like Neutrogena or Aveeno. I always use Aveeno sunscreen before long flights. Then I apply foundation and concealer and do makeup. Finally, I spray my face with Caudalie Grape Water to fix my makeup.”
Cosmetics during the flight
"I always refresh my skin with thermal water, and I also can't do without lip balm and hand cream."
About the cosmetic bag that is taken on the flight
“It always contains matting wipes, thermal or rose water, powder, lip balm, Skinfix hand cream and coconut oil for all occasions. From medical supplies: moisturizing eye drops, nasal spray, Evamenol ointment.
Means without which no flight passes
La Roche-Posay thermal water or Jurlique rose water. This Australian brand is my love! I accidentally bought it in a store because of the original packaging and fell in love forever. Hand cream of the American brand Skinfix nourishes, softens and regenerates hand skin better than anyone else. Lip balm La Mer or Blistex, both excellently restore chapped lip skin, the only difference is in price. Matting wipes MAC. Favorite powder - Naked, Urban Decay."
About makeup at work
“According to the charter of my company, makeup must be everyday. Mascara is a must, everything else is optional, as this is a business aviation company. Lipstick can be any classic color, red is allowed, but not black, blue or other unnatural shades. Sometimes I make arrows, I use shadows. But very seldom. Basically it is a very simple and easy to use makeup. I use MAC concealer, foundation from the same company, Naked powder, Dior mascara, MAC blush, sometimes MAC scarlet lipstick or Chanel Rouge Allure 104 Passion."
Skin and hair care after flight
“The care is the same as before the flight. I regularly go to the beautician. I definitely do face cleansing and light peeling. After a certain period - biorevitalization. This procedure removes wrinkles, tones the skin, relieves the tired look, and most importantly, saves the skin from dehydration. Also, be sure to wash my head after the flight to clean up dirt. After showering, I apply a nourishing cream or coconut oil to my skin."
What means to buy when traveling
“America - Aveeno, natural cosmetics, I definitely buy cleansers, they have a very cool line for any skin type. Also face creams, eye creams, face toners and even shower gel! The brand is suitable for sensitive skin. Skinfix hand cream is only sold in America. It is necessary to try it in order to understand its irreplaceability. Restores the skin of the hands instantly. Joico is a well-known American brand of hair care products. I only use this brand. And even in Russia I go to a salon to see a master who works with this paint. In addition, in America I buy natural coconut oil from Whole Foods and vitamins from CVS Pharmacy."